December 20, 2013

Remove Your Makeup the Gentle Way

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ASAP

Most of us wear it, and we all have to take it off eventually. This time of year especially, many of us have a little more socializing and a lot more make-up wearing than normal, which can be especially hard on our eyes. It doesn’t matter if you like the heavier smokey eyes look or just a hint of mascara and eyeliner, at the end of the day we all have to take it off. That’s right, remove your eyemakeup with ASAP.

I am not an eye make-up fan due to extreme eye sensitivities, but I do wear mascara on occassion.  ASAP Gentle Eye Makeup Remover promises to gently revove all traces of eye makeup, even heavy mascara without irritating my eyes and it did just that, Amazing!  Simply apply a small amount of ASAP to a cotton pad and gently wipe over eyes, then rinse. ASAP Gentle Eye Makeup Remover is formulated with Aloe Vera for soothing and cucumber for cooling your most gentle feature, your eyes. ASAP is gentle enough to use every day, leaving your skin soft and clean.

You can find ASAP at www.skinstore.com

Merle Norman Make-up Remover

Merle Norman Make-up Remover

My face is another story, I enjoy foundations, powders, blushes and bronzers and I need just as gentle a makup remover for my face as I do for my eyes. Merle Norman Cleansing Water Makeup Remover is the perfect makeup remover. You won’t be dissapointed with it. Whether you have a little makeup on or sporting the heavy look, Merle Norman Cleansing Water Makeup Remover will work wonders for your skin. Merle Norman Cleansing Water Makeup Remover is enriched with Aloe Vera, Chamomile and Cucumber extracts making this a gentle, soothing cleansing product which is gentle enough for your eye. Micellar water promises to dissolve  impurities and dirt from your face, eyes and lips, just wipe them away. Bring on the heavy duty makeup, Merle Norman Cleansing Water Makeup Remover is ready for you.

Merle Norman Cleansing Water Makeup Remover is suitable for all skin types, Ophthalmologist tested, does not contain dyes or colorants, and is safe for contact lens wearers like myself. It is also Alcohol-free, Fragrance-free, Oil-free. and Non-comedogenic.

Merle Norman Cleansing Water Makeup Remover can be found at Merle Norman counters nationwide

 

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December 19, 2013

GLOSSYBOX is Beauty that keeps on Giving Month after Month

 GLOSSYBOX November 2013

I recently received my first GLOSSY BOX gift and I can’t tell you how excited I was. If you are not familiar with GLOSSY BOX, you are in for a BEAUTY-full treat. GLOSSYBOX is a beauty subscription, and after filling out a beauty profile and selecting your monthly plan, each month you will receive a wrapped box containing 5 luxury sized samples from famous beauty brands. You will receive a GLOSSYBOX  at the end of each month.

November’s GLOSSYBOX, shown above, contained 5 name brand products at an incredible value. EMITE Makeup Micronized Eye Shadow, Color Protection Color Protecting Leave-In Oil Treatment from MASTEY, NICKA K Professional Eye Shadow Brush, Jojoba Radiance Cleansing Polish by THE ALOE SOURCE and a VINCENT LONGO Duo Eye Pencil. The nice thing about GLOSSYBOX products is that you can sample different products each month and the sizes are compact so you can take them with you on the go and use them throughout the day.

GLOSSYBOX was offering a limited edition Holiday Box and it is currently SOLD-OUT , but here is a sneekpeek of what is in store for you with December’s GLOSSYBOX (shown below) so don’t miss out on the beauty, fun and surprises each month.

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GLOSSYBOX  subscriptions are available in 4 plans:  1 month, 3 month, 6 month, or one year, you decide. Shippping is always free. Remember, each monthly GLOSSYBOX contains 5 high end beauty products contained in an elegant gift box along with a product description guide.

You can view all the trendy and popular beauty brands and start your subscription to GLOSSYBOX or give a gift subscription to someone special today by visiting  http://www.glossybox.com

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December 19, 2013

Discover THYMES Frasier Fir Collection

Fresh, clean, yet subtle – these are qualities that describe all of Thymes’ fragrances.  Not only are they perfect for life’s significant moments, but also for your daily routine.  During seasonal holidays or even all year round, Thymes Frasier Fir Collection weaves the time-honored tradition of perfumery into your home with the fragrance Frasier Fir.

Original Frasier Fir products including a Hand Lotion ($16), Hand Wash ($14), Home Fragrance Mist ($18), Reed Diffuser ($60), and Candle ($28), a crisp just-cut forest fragrance fills your bathroom, kitchen, or bedroom!These mountain fresh, revitalizing products are available for purchase on http://www.thymes.com/

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December 18, 2013

Elegant Gifts and Exquisite Skincare from MIYU BEAUTY

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I love gifting skincare. Many of my friends do not have the time to pamper themselves, therefore, they need a little extra help. I found some exquisite skincare from MIYU Beauty which will make perfect gifts. This elegantly packaged set is called HYDRATE MI PAIRING and is described as “a pairing of beauty essence and tea to hydrate from the inside out.”

This particular set is quite unique and it immediately captured my interest. HYDRATE MI PAIRING consists of HYDRATE MI Beauty Essence (facial mist) and a light and fruity tea blend (16 sachets tea), both complimenting each other. A beauty mist along side a nourishing tea blend, I think that is quite unique, don’t you?

HYDRATE MI Beauty Essence, as well as the tea are both rich in nutrients and provide instant hydration to your skin. Simply close your eyes and mist onto your face. Lightly massage into your skin before moisturizing. The mist provides a refreshing feeling, especially on a warm morning or after a hot shower. HYDRATE MI Beauty Essence contains wild pansies effectively boosting hydration by 20% in 28 days. “Sodium hyaluronate binds up to 1000x its own water weight, attracting much needed water to the skin. Signs of thirsty skin disappear, leaving skin dew-kissed”.

A hot cup of tea really hits the spot now that the cold weather is upon us. This tea is fabulous and it is not only tasty but nutritious as well. The tea has a light and delicate fruity flavor made from green rooibos, goji berries which deliver a healthy dose of Vitamin C, necessary for collagen production. The  rose petals and snow pear essence make the  aroma  magical. This is the perfect hot drink  if you do not drink enough water, drink too many caffeinated beverages, travel frequently, live in dry climates or just naturally have dry skin. HYDRATE MI PAIRING offers an irresistible way to hydrate your skin and body.

HYDRATE MI PAIRING will make the perfect gift for someone who you know needs extra pampering. The packaging is elegant with the tea is  enclosed in a cute little drawstring bag which you can use for all sorts of things afterwards.

Visit www.miyubeauty.com  and view their other products which all make fabulous gifts.

 

 

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December 17, 2013

Pump up the Volume with NEUMA’S neuVolume Blowout Mist

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My daughter Jenna is a big fan of Neuma. She has been using Neuma hair care products for quite some time now, and loves them. She told me recently that she has added Neuma‘s newest product, neuVolume Blowout Mist to her hair care regime and really likes it. Jenna has dry, damaged hair with split ends, mainly due to excess heat from her blow dryer. Neuma’s Blow Dry Lotion has helped her hair tremendously. She likes Neuma’s neuVolume Blowout Mist because it has a different application which she finds easy to use  and is getting great results. 

As a graduate student and having limited time, Jenna can create a fabulous hairstyle at home instead of spending that valuable time going to a salon. Neuma’s neuVolume Blowout Mist offers her that luxury. Jenna simply sprays neuVolume Blowout Mist on her damp hair from mid shaft to ends and she blow dries as usual for tangle-free, all-day body and bounce. She likes that her hair is fuller and shinier and when her hair looks great, Jenna feels great!

Neuma’s neuVolume Blowout Mist is formulated with a blend of plant extracts and essential oils, similar to what you will find in a salon, therefore achieving a salon quality blowout at home. It also contains Color-extending formula with UV Guard™ adding long-lasting body, volume and enhanced shine.

NeuVolume Blowout Mist contains Phyto Color Complex, a mixture of plant extracts that restores natural health and shine while maximizing color retention; Phyto UV Shield: a blend of certified organic plant extracts and essential oils, it enhances color vibrancy as well as shields it from UVA and UVB oxidation; Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit Extract: rich in vitamins B2, D, A, E and K and potassium, it helps prevent moisture loss; therefore keeping frizz at bay and hair manageable; Maltol (Roasted Sorghum Malt): adds volume and body to hair and Silybum Marianum (Milk Thistle) Seed Extract: a powerful antioxidant that protects hair from free radicals.

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When you enjoy Neuma hair care products as much as Jenna, she was thrilled to know some of her favorites are available in an “On the Go Travel Pack”. She was sure to pack her “On the Go Travel Pack” on a recent vacation.  The set, Neuma’s neuSmooth (shown above), contains 4 of her favorite Neuma products. She knows she can maintain her healthy hair without having to pack full size bottles. It’s very convenient, which is a necessity when traveling. Neuma “On the Go Travel Packs” are available in 6 formulas designed for your individual hair type. The products come in an adorable zip top bag which will make a perfect cosmetics bag or small accessory bag. Neuma “On the Go Travel Packs” make great stocking stuffers and fantastic gifts.

All NEUMA hair care products are available at select salons nationwide; visit www.neumabeauty.com for locations near you.

As stated by  Neuma, “NEUMA was developed by a leading team of cosmetic chemists, whose challenge was to create a professional performance hair care line that would be free of toxic ingredients, especially those suspected of contributing to human or environmental health problems; they succeeded. All products in the line are made of vegan formulas—free of synthetic fragrance, synthetic aroma chemicals, artificial dyes and all known carcinogens, neurotoxins, and skin sensitizers—and are never tested on animals. The brand has collections for all hair types, including a wide range of styling products, and is safe for color treated hair. With NEUMA, hair is left soft, shiny, manageable and healthy”. 

 

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December 15, 2013

John Frieda’s Hot Airbrush is Hot Hot Hot!!!

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Our latest John Frieda hair appliance, an early Christmas present for my youngest daughter, is definitely getting a thumbs up. John Frieda Salon Shape Hot Air Brush is the newest hair tool my daughter requested to achieve a certain look that only the hot air brush will accomplish. Adrienne loves all of her John Frieda hair appliances and she is always creating new looks. Whether it is braids, ponytails, straight hair or curls, we never know what kind of hair style she will be sporting when she emerges from her room.

John Frieda Salon Shape Hot Air Brush has amazing features like 2 heat settings and a “cool shot” setting to lock styles in place. Adrienne likes the titanium ceramic coated barrels that John Frieda hair appliances have so she never has to worry about damaging her hair due to hot spots that can happen with other hair appliances.

With John Frieda Salon Shape Hot Air Brush she will get even heat with every use and with 500 watts of power she is able to add super volume to her hair with ease. Adrienne says that another nice feature of the hot air brush it that it “really helps reduce frizz and adds much volume and shine to your hair”.

You can achieve fabulous hair styles this holiday season and beyond with all of John Frieda hair appliances.  John Frieda hair appliances can be purchased at drug, mass and food retailers nationwide. www.johnfrieda.com

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December 12, 2013

‘Tis the Season for Fabulous Curls from Ouidad

‘Tis the season for fabulous curls from Ouidad of course! If you are struggling to get your locks looking their best this holiday season then I suggest you turn to  Ouidad. After all, perfecting your curly locks is their specialty.

Ouidad has a super  travel collection “Curls are Coming to Town”. These products will keep your curls looking fabulous, whether you are traveling or simply out “on the town”.  I use several of Ouidad’s curl enhancing products and love what Ouidad has done for my curls. The Curls are Coming to Town travel collection includes 2.5 oz travel approved sizes of Ouidad’s popular curls enhancer “Must haves”. Included in the travel set are Climate Control Shampoo, Climate Control Conditioner, Climate Control Heat and Humidity Gel and Botanical Boost. These products are sensational for perfecting your curls.

Ouidad’s hair care products are never tested on animals and they are made in the USA. Did I mention that this exquisite set makes the perfect holiday gift or stocking stuffer?

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Ouidad

Right now, Ouidad is offering “Curls are Coming to Town” for $27  ($33 retail value).

http://www.ouidad.com/

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December 10, 2013

Stocking Stuffers from Ole Henriksen You Can’t Pass Up

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OLE HENRIKSEN

I am sure you have already started your hunt for stocking stuffers this holiday season. Need some ideas? You can’t pass up Ole Henriksen, at least I couldn’t. Ole Henrikson Clean Sweep Duo is the perfect gift or stocking stuffer and I know my girls will love them. Clean Sweep Duo contians Truth to Go Wipes and an African Green Tea Foaming Cleanser.

Did I mention that both products smell fabulous. As you freshen your face with the Truth to Go Wipes, you can smell the light citrus vanilla scent as the wipes dissove dirt, oil and other impurities that are on your skin. The botanicals contained in the wipes nourish your skin leaving you with a refreshed feeling.

As stated by Ole Henriksen, “African Red Tea Foaming Cleanser is enriched with antiaging botanical extracts like naturally antioxidant-rich African red tea and vitamin C. Its soothing, non-drying formula is strong enough to remove makeup, but gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin”. The foaming cleanser also has the delightful citrus vanilla scent and the foam is silky and soft on your skin. It rinses of easily and does not dry out your skin, I can vouch for that. Clean Sweep Duo contains absolutely no Parabens, Sulfates or Phthalates.

Ole Henriksen Clean Sweep Duo is small enough for your stocking and strong enough to cleanse yoyr skin to perfection. Clean Sweep Duo can be found at www.sephora. For more fabulous stocking stuffer and gift ideas your entire family can enjoy, please visit olehenriksen.com.

 

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December 9, 2013

L’Occitane brightens up winter with a touch of Violet and Shea Embrace

 

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Violets! What better way to “think Spring” than to think of delicate fragrant violets and L’Occitane of course. My daughter Adrienne and I can’t seem to keep ourselves away from one of our favorite stores in New York, L‘Occitane en Provence where many delightful fragrances surround you as you enter.

Our latest obsession is L’Occitane’s Limited edition Shea Butter Subtle Violet Organic Lip Balm which can be found at http://usa.loccitane.com/shea-butter-subtle-violet-organic-lip-balm. You will love this lip balm as it contains shea butter and helps prevent chapped lips.  It has light non-sticky formula with a delicate pleasant flavor and sweet fragrance of violets. You lips will feel softer than ever, trust me!

Adrienne and I also agree that L’Occitane Subtle Violet Body Cream is incredible. The body cream contains 25% shea butter to help nourish and protect the skin. If you haven’t tried Shea butter, now is the perfect time to start. You will be amazed at how quickly this delicately scented body cream absorbs into your skin leaving a silky soft feeling, it is simply irresistable.

The colorful design of this limited edition lip balm and limited edition  pays homage to its Burkina Faso roots. This year’s collection was designed by Olivier Baussan, who was inspired by beaded jewels, a token of love in Africa.

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L’Occitane Shea Butter products make great gifts for any occassion and many of their products are the perfect size for stocking stuffers. Are you looking for gift sets? L’Occitane has fabulous gift sets offering many different fragrances from an array of bath and body collections. Pamper someone special with an incredible collection formulated with L’Occitanes #1 best-selling Shea Butter from Burkina Faso, West Africa. Shea Embrace promises to deeply nourish, protect and soothe your skin this holiday season and beyond. This luxurious Ultra Rich Body Cream is included in the Shea Embrace Gift Set and is the perfect cream to moisturize your entire body. If you prefer a more delicate scent, this collection has a baby soft scent, I just love it!  I use it after I shower for silky soft skin when I go to sleep, and my skin still feels just as soft when I wake up. I have been keeping dry skin away with Shea Embrace.

This Gift Wrapped Set Includes: Shea Butter Hand Cream 2.6 .oz, Shea Butter Foot Cream 2.6 .oz, Shea Butter Body Cream 7 .oz, Shea Butter Soap Milk 3.5 .oz, and Shea Butter Ultra Rich Shower Cream 2.5 fl.oz.

L’Occittane is offering a fabulous price on Shea Embrace set. See it here usa.loccitane.com/shea-embrace.

Remember L’Occitane this holiday season, your family and friends will love you for it!

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December 6, 2013

Your Man will Feel like Gold with Paco Rabanne 1 Million Intense

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The men in my family certainly don’t rack up colognes like the women do with our fragrances. Whether it is perfumes, colognes, body sprays and lotions, we just can’t get enough of our favorite  fragrances. The men are much fussier when selecting a fragrance and  I am always on the lookout for a fragrance they like. This year, I finally found a fragrance that my husband and son (he’s the fussiest one) really enjoy and that is the new fragrance from Paco Rabanne  called 1 Million Intense. The cologne itself is intriging as it looks like a gold bar and it will definitely be a conversation piece when he returns to college with it.

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1 Million Intense“, was created by Francisco “Paco” Rabaneda Cuervo (shown above), more commonly known as Paco Rabanne who  is also Spanish fashion designer.

It’s a difficult scent to describe but it is a very masculine bold scent which they liked. It is described as a “slightly citric top note plays across a garden of spicy tones. Sweet cardamom vies with intense black pepper and mixes into sparkling blood mandarin. Mellow saffron and warm scents of nutmeg and cumin entangle themselves in the senses.”

Top Notes: Frosted grapefruit, blood mandarin, and peppermint Middle Notes: Rose absolute, musk, and cinnamon bark Base Notes: Blond leather, tonka bean, and amber ketal. I caught the notes of cinnamon and nutmeg which caught my interest. If my son and husband enjoy the scent, it’s worth heading on over to your nearest Department Store.

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We found Paco Rabanne 1 Million Intense at Macys.com and we found Paco Rabanne 1 Million Intense Gift Set which includes 1 Million Intense Eau de Toilette (3.4oz.), 1 Million Intense After Shave Lotion (3.4oz.) and the 1 Million Intense Deodorant Stick (2.2oz.).

Check out this fabulous men’s fragrance today, you might find yourself one step closer to completing your holiday shopping. I know I am!

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