If you follow our blog(s) you might have read about my first encounter with Philip B’s Anti-Flake Shampoo, way back in 2009 when my eczema first reared its ugly, inflammatory head.

Since then, with the help of Philip B,  I have done relatively well managing the eczema outbreaks in my scalp. Lately however, I have just felt like my scalp was in need of a deep clean, as if there was build up accumulating that my gently cleansing shampoo wasn’t lifting. And so I decided to give Leonor Greyl’s Bain Traitant à la Propolis a shot.

This shampoo is meant to treat dandruff and dry itchy scalp by gently and deeply cleansing. The shampoo contains propolis extracts, which act as a powerful anti-microbial and also garlic and horseradish both of which are proven natural remedies for a variety of skin problems including eczema. And don’t worry! You won’t smell like garlic and horseradish! The fragrance of this shampoo is very gentle and classy; it reminds me of some children’s perfumes we imported from europe many years back.

My first impression of this shampoo was that it was a lot soapier than other Leonor Greyl shampoos. I’m so not used to foaming shampoos anymore, I was a little surprised. BUT I realized that the foam was really doing its job and allowing the shampoo to penetrate deep into my hair and scalp with the first shampooing.

After rinsing and repeating I found my hair to be squeaky clean, something I usually associate with cheap, Sodium Laueth Sulfate filled shampoos that leave your hair gross, dry and poofy, or at best artificially smoothed and shined with nasty silicones. Leonor Greyl is definitely not one of those brands. Firstly, they are 100% SLS free. paraben free and silicone free. Secondly, the extra cleansing in this case has a purpose: to remove excess dry scaly skin and build-up. I followed up with the Masque Fleurs de Jasmin and just let it air dry. (You, dear reader, might remember back when I had to borrow a hair dryer for another blog. Nowadays I do own one, but I’m lazy and air dry as often as I can get away with…)

My scalp is clean and happy, and my hair too! I was expecting to need some kind of product or leave-in but it was just perfect! Looking back a I wonder how I could have ever doubted them!

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Leonor Greyl Bain Traitant à la Propolis, 200ml, $38

Leonor Greyl Masque Fleurs de Jasmin, 200ml, $59

Philip B Anti-Flake Relief Shampoo, 220ml, $35

Stop in and share some pre-game pampering and snacks!

Let our friendly and knowledgeable staff show you the perfect products for pre-game pampering. Choose from a wide range of products for him or her and receive your choice of samples with purchase!  Help yourself to complimentary snacks while you shop and get in the mood for game-time.

GO GIANTS!!!

Thompson Alchemists will be open until 4pm tomorrow, closing in time for the big game.

Apply to a clean face, and true to it’s name, it gently heats up your skin as it hardens into a mask. It’s objective is to unclog pores and gently exfoliate and after rinsing off with cool water, your face is left positively glowing. In short: I LOVE.

Awesome-ness in a tube.

Benta Berry France is an all natural skin care and fragrance brand exclusively dedicated to young skin from all 5 continents created by Marie-Pierre Schmitz . Young boys and girls don’t know how to take care of their skin, as everything changes during the years of adolescence.

After many years researching Benta Berry was created and suits teens of all ethnicities.

Benta Berry is cool and minimalistic just like toady's youth

 There is a preventative three step box set for ages 12 to 24 with a separate line for boys and girls since their skin is so different.

Facial car pack for boys for complete facial skin care from the BENTA BERRY 3-step skin-care program:
1. a facial cleansing wash
2. a facial purifying exfoliating cleanser
3. a super moiturizing face cream

BENTA BERRY’S 100% natural  G-1 line is a 3 step treatment for troubled adolescent skin that produces excess sebum due to stress, pollution, growth & chaotic life style.

Benta Berry G-1

1. cleanser: pineapple, mango, lime, and virgin coconut oil.
2. scrub: pineapple, grapefruit, raspberry, strawberry, lime and apricot kernel beads
3. hydration: cream consists of: Apple, Indian fig, strawberry, kiwi, kigelia Africana, and macadamia oil.

BENTA BERRY also has created a 100% natural deodorant for teen boys and girls with alum stone, natural witch hazel, water and sage. It is alcohol and paraban free.

Alcohol-free and paraben-free formula, this deodorant is enriched with the natural properties of alum stone, which protects skin and fights perspiration

The alum stone is a natural derma-protecting anti-perspirant ingredient. Sage is used to control perspiration.

Last but not least there are two perfumes one for boys and one for girls; they are amazing and also 100% natural.

Benta Berry fragrances for teen boys and girls

BENTA BERRY fragrance for girls has a delicate  fruity oriental scent with hints of ginger, combined with a floral & fruity note of royal orchids and peach nectar that evokes the sweetness of exploring distant exotic lands.

BENTA BERRY fragrance for boys has a aromatic, woody scents that evokes distant travels. Fresh and vivid citrus, and are combined with the strength of cardamom and ginger with a final touch of cedar – balsam fir adding body to this masculine fragrance.

A natural facial cleanser for oil skin that will not leave your skin feeling dry

Lavido Rosemary, Pomegranate & Propolis Facial Cleanser For Oily Skin will help relieve oily skin problems without drying or irritating your skin.  Lavido facial cleanser  possess a protective property allowing you to wash your face without over drying it. The natural cleanser contains natural rosemary, pomegranate & propolis.  Great fit for preteens and teens who tend to over scrub and irritate their breakouts. Use Lavido Rosemary, Pomegranate & Propolis Facial Cleanser For Oily Skin daily with Lavido moisture cream to keep your skin feeling and looking healthy and young.

AR-ENCAP from THORNE contain Glucosamine Sulfate, MSM, Indian Frankincense extract, Curcumin Phytosome & Devil's Claw

The ingredients in Thorne’s AR-Encaps help provide daily lubrication for general body aches.

Here is a peep at two new brands we happily welcome to

Thompson Alchemists’

Winter Window Display 2011

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare & EyeBobs Reading Glasses

are featured in the Winter Window display at

449  West Broadway

Soho, NY 10012

New Brands at Thompson Alchemists "Soho's Neighborhood Health & Beauty"

The time in between Thanksgiving and New Years has an increasing feel of enchantment as Fall, a romantic season, inspires the coziness of Winter.

Holiday Spirit is in the air! Emotions are flying high!

 I enjoy keeping my senses  grounded by waking to the openness of the northern hemisphere with the  scent of Atlantic Cedar and Norwegian Spruce while steam opens up my sinuses. Philip B has bottled this feeling into Nordic Wood, an invigorating hair & body wash. Made with pure botanical extracts, camphor and eucalyptus Philip B Nordic Wood will stabilize your day during an this energizing time of year so you can stay grounded and focused.

Philip B. Nordic Wood travel size makes great stocking stuffer!

Packaged in a convenient stick the ultra cooling formula is instantly refreshing. Citrus Polyphenol plus Vitamin C & E form a powerful antioxidant complex that protect the sensitive skin around your eyes. No need to worry about tired eyes with Vichy anti-fatigue eye stick on hand you’ll look bright-eyed and ready to go.

The cool natural fruit scent provided by Orange oil and Grapefruit peel oil  is the mark that

Anthony For Men Alcohol Free Deodorant

succeeds in its objective

“to not smell bad”.

The botanical and herbal extracts naturally deodorize. Aloe, anthems nobles flower extract and Calendula are calming and soothing enough for the gentlest skin.

Don’t be fooled by the name this product is suitable for either sex. 

Definitely one of the most favorite things to be 

borrowed from the boys.

You can find all of our great Anthony products at either of our Soho locations. Thompson Chemists is located at 137 Thompson Street and Thompson Alchemists is located at 449 West Broadway. You could also find Anthony for Men products on our website.

Some other great Anthony for Men products: 

Anthony: Algae Facial Cleanser

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