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July 3, 2013

The Best Over 40 Makeup

As we get older, it’s important to keep in mind that our makeup routine should be consonant with celebrating our natural beauty.  Understanding what products work best for our skin may take some trial and error. It is great to experiment with makeup so that we eventually find a routine we have complete mastery over.

To begin with, it is extremely important to start with a good lightweight foundation. When making a selection, look for one that is not too thick because a thick base can emphasize lines. I recommend a tinted moisturizer like NARS Pure Radiant. This moisturizer is great because it also contains an SPF while simultaneously providing a nice coverage.  For those areas that need more coverage use a spot concealer. KEVYN AUCOIN makes a great tried and trusted concealer that is typically a staple in the bags of professional makeup artists. His concealer comes in a small round container and lasts a long time because you only need to use a dab. Apply with a make-up sponge or a Q-tip and spread evenly to create a natural daytime look.  To complete your daytime look, apply a layer of lip gloss that contains a subtle sheen and just one coat of mascara.

NARS PURE RADIANT

NARS PURE RADIANT

At night it is generally more appropriate go heavier on the makeup. Foundations with thicker bases work well underneath night lighting because unlike natural sunlight, indoor lighting creates contours and shades that flatter your facial contours. I recommend ESTÉE LAUDER double wear stay in place makeup for total coverage. If you want to dress up and go for a more glamorous look, use a black liner to draw along your eyelash and embellish with shades of brown or charcoal shadow to create a more defined look.  The dramatic eye draws attention to that area of your face (and as we all know, the eyes are the windows to our soul!). It is usually best to wear a strong eye with a lighter lip color and vice-versa. When creating a stronger eye, opt for shades of lipstick that contain more pearly or pinkish undertones. Sweep a thin layer of powder to hold all your makeup in place and you’re all set to go!

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July 1, 2013

Look of the Week by Hair-U-Wear

The gorgeous Olivia Palermo (below) was recently seen wearing a stunning thickundone braid…that made our look-of-the-week! Here are steps on how you can re-create this fabulous woven hairstyle at home:

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*Start on air-dried hair and sprinkle a lightweight volumizing powder throughout strands.

*Next, flip hair over and shake it creating weightless volume allover.

*Now, create a side part and sweep hair into a low ponytail at the nape of the neck.

*To achieve the necessary length and volume for this look, attach the Hairdo by Hairdo by HairUWear ($49: Ulta.com) to your own hair.

*Braid off the ponytail and secure it with a ponytail holder. Finish off the braid by separating the weave, pulling it apart to achieve the undone effect.

Enter to win a HairUWear Beach Curl Pony at https://itsaglamthing.com/giveaways/hairuwear-beach-curl-pony/, offer is valid until July 31, 2013.

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June 27, 2013

Love Your Lashes with Mink

  

Eyelashes are BACK!!!!!  Since their first appearance in 1916, false eyelashes have come a long way.  While at Premiere Orlando, I got to try out the newest trend in false eyelashes.  Lash Love’s 100% Siberian Mink Fur Eyelashes come in an assortment of styles to match everyone’s personality. Co-Founders, April and Kristyl Nelson, create their lashes with love and care. Lash Love’s mink fur eyelashes are only made with fur collected during the mink’s shedding season. 

Until I met Lash Love I had only worn false eyelashes one other time.  I was a little nervous about how they would look on me.  When Kristyl slipped me into a pair, I had no idea I was even wearing them.  They were very light weight, soft and natural looking.  I felt like a movie star (also it could have been the crystals on them as well 🙂 lol).  

With Lash Love eyelashes you can skip a big part of your daily makeup routine.  When in a hurry (like most women today) you can put on a pair of your Mink Lashes and not even have to worry about eyeliner, mascara or eye shadow.  They really open your eyes and give the illusion that you had spent hours getting ready. 

So next time you are in search of false eyelashes, I strongly suggest Lash Love.  You too can pick up a pair of Mink fur lashes at www.shoplashlove.com Beauty is in the eyes.

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June 26, 2013

Find Your Natural Glow With Clinique

Clinique CC Cream

Clinique CC Cream

I was recently browsing the make-up counters at my local mall looking for a lightweight foundation. I recently ran out of my favorite one and needed something to replace it quickly. I wasn’t sure which brand to choose and I thought to myself, “ my mother has been using Clinique for as long as I can remember, maybe I should give it a try“.  The first thing I had to learn was the difference between BB Cream and CC Cream.

Now the question is: What is the difference between BB Cream and CC Cream?

I actually did a little research and found that Alexis Wolfer editor of TheBeautyBean.com told ABC News, “In general, BB creams tend to be more preventative and CC creams more corrective. So while a BB cream will likely have anti-aging elements and treat breakouts, a CC cream will focus on existing issues.”  

After speaking with a knowledgeable Clinique salesperson, it was decided that a CC Cream was what I was looking for. Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream fit the bill. This CC Cream was the perfect fit for my complexion and after selecting a shade from 9 choices, I was on my way to a beautiful complexion and was very excited about it. Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream is a lightweight cream designed to correct skin tone, allowing you to have the best looking skin possible. Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream also contains SPF 30 and Vitamin E offering you great skin protection.

Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream was created using advanced color correcting technology that uses light, giving you radiant, glowing and healthy looking skin. Depending on your skin concern, you might find that dull skin will appear brighter, yellow skin will appear to have a peachy glow, blotchy red skin will be neutralized and skin imperfections are immediately corrected. I tend to have blotchy skin and after using Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream you will never know I had blotchy skin, it works to perfection.  

Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream can be used alone or can be applied under your foundation. It is suitable for all skin types, is oil-free, non acnegenic, Dermatologist and Ophthalmologist tested.

Find your natural glow with Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream https://www.clinique.com/

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June 25, 2013

NEXXUS Hair Care Made Just for You

 

 NEXXUS Salon Hair Care offers a wide variety of hair care products depending  on your hair concern.  Everything from frizz to moisture NEXXUS has it all.  The Hydra-Light line of products gives hair advanced hydration and is infused with lightweight, deep-sea minerals that will not weigh the hair down.

NEXXUS Hydra-Light line has four products.  Shampoo, Conditioner, Root lift mist and leave-in conditioning foam.  Not only is this line great for people with fine hair it is also great for people with thick, course hair as well.  Even though many people with thick hair want to have frizz free, soft hair  Hydra- light offers that as well.  After Shampooing and conditioning add the leave-in conditioning foam for all day frizz free shine and root lift for added volume. 

The great thing about NEXXUS hair care is that you can mix and match each product.  Each one is designed to do exactly what it says so you don’t have to worry. 

For more info, how-to hairstyles and where you can get your very own NEXXUS hair care visit www.nexxus.com

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June 19, 2013

Caviar is not only a delicacy but it’s also a sought after anti-aging ingredient!

Caviar is a sought after ingredient in many  anti-aging formulas!

Caviar is a sought after ingredient in innovative anti-aging formulas for skin care products!

It’s really fascinating to being able to peruse the new technology that is now available for us to care for our skin!

There are great new finds for anti-aging that intrigue and enlighten me, especially when their benefits are derived from a food source and provide such positive results.

Caviar has been found to accelerate “the natural production of collagen up to 67%!” Along with essential vitamins and amino acids working in tandem and “boosting” this action inside skin cells,”the aging process is actually slowed down by moisturizing the skin.” With a“light moisture retaining film” your skin then gets the defense advantage of from “external effects” such as:
• “UV Radiation”
• “Climate Issues”
• “Dehydration” and
• “Pollution”
When you are able to protect your skin from the detrimental elements listed above, your reward will be a skin that is less prone to lining & wrinkling, and there is also a real encouraging plus...Caviar is known to be effective without “allergic reactions!”

There is a new serum on the market called RG-Cell® that is right up-to-the-minute with it’s technology, geared toward keeping the skin firm with better elasticity, helpful in reducing the look of those fine lines & wrinkles, and yes…it contains Caviar Extract!
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RG-Cell® is a clear light weight serum and will fit very easily into your skin care routine. If you are a detail person like I am, I highly suggest you visit their website : http://www.rg-cell.com

It is very easy to read and educational. There is a video and and area that addresses typical questions you may have. They also provide an “800” number for your convenience, and can purchase your RG-Cell® right on the site.

Quoting from their website,”RG-Cell® can be applied morning or night once to twice daily. Once a day is enough for most people unless there are problem areas like scars or injured skin that needs accelerated healing…then 2 times a day to those specific areas is recommended. Also if you have a specific even where you will be seen in public like a wedding, you might want to use RG-Cell® 2 times a day for a week before.”

I like the options available for using RG-Cell®! Being in the public a lot, I decided to try it 2 times a day for a week, and then use it once a day. As per their instructions, I cleansed, rinsed and dried my skin before application. RG-Cell® needs to be applied on “clean” dry skin. After shaking the bottle 5 times, removing the cap and “gently” squeezing the “bulb tip” dispenser, I applied the serum to my face and neck allowing it to dry naturally for a couple of minutes before I applied my makeup.

RG-Cell® quickly took care of that top surface dehydration that I deal with and that in itself gave my skin a more youthful appearance. I found it very light weight and easy to apply.

Once again, here is the RG-Cell® website:http://www.rg-cell.com

Check it out and read all about the ingredients in RG-Cell® including Caviar Extract, and their technology.

RG-Cell® might be just what you’re looking for to “ramp” up your skin care regime!!

(Quoted and Paraphrased information in this article was obtained from a provided PR-Fact sheet, and www.rg-cell.com. My commentary was from personal use of the RG-Cell® serum.)

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June 12, 2013

Happy Beach Days With Hawaiian Tropic

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It is that time of year when we pack up and head to the beach to relax and spend our summer kayaking , swimming and surfing. You would think that I have this packing situation down to a science, since this is our 8th year doing it, but I don’t. The one item that is never forgotten is my Hawaiian Tropic Sunscreen and Lotion. Hawaiian Tropic has recently introduced Silk Hydration sunscreen, available now in a Clear Mist Spray.  Hawaiian Tropic trademark is a name you can trust since forever!!  I always enjoyed the scent of Hawaiian Tropic products! Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration spray offers safe and effective broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection along with 12 hours of moisturizing botanicals to hydrate and pamper your skin.  Your skin feels soft and healthy with confident protection.  It is a lightweight water resistant formula which lasts up to 80 minutes! Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration is available in SPF 15 and 30. You will love spraying this on!

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After being in the sun all day, Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration has a soothing Aloe Gel Hydrating Lotion which provides shea butter and silk protein to soothe and refresh the skin.  Many hours of being at the beach and swimming in the salt water takes a toll on your skin…draining the moisture and drying out the skin making it look weathered. Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration After Sun Lotion soothes the skin, leaving your skin feeling hydrated, healthy, refreshed and radiant. An amazing lightweight moisturizer and tropical fragrance of coconut papaya will stimulate you and you will never want to use anything else to pamper or cool your skin after the sun. Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration After Sun Lotion also helps preserve your tan!  This is the first and only after sun product that combines ribbons of gel and lotion together to leave your skin feeling luxurious and rich for 24 hours. This Summer don’t forget to pack Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Sunscreen Spray and Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration After Sun Hydrating Lotion in your beach bag for healthy skin!  Happy Beach Days! hawaiiantropic.com

426346_2615090938519_1292450244_32037462_1878770512_nLaurie Carcieri

 

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June 11, 2013

The Perfect Father’s Day Gift “GUESS Seductive Homme”

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This Father’s Day, if you are looking to find the perfect fragrance to honor the man in your life, consider a dynamite men’s scent called “GUESS Seductive Homme”. This is a fragrance designed exclusively for men. My husband gave it a thumbs up, and coming from a guy who only favors a few fragrances, this is a big compliment. I loved it too!!  The fragrance has a  masculine, appealing scent, one I absolutely adore.  The bottle is very appealing as  well.  A weighted gunmetal colored cap gives the bottle a distinct masculine appeal.

You  will find this bold and attractive scent in an After Shave Balm, Deodorant Stick and  Deodorant Body Spray. The perfect Father’s Day Gift!

Please visit  www.coty.com for additional information on their entire fragrance line.

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June 10, 2013

Dad’s Gifts for his special day or any day

Today, on Carolina Now, I showed these great gifts that Dads will love to receive on Father’s Day and any day. I showcased an assortment of items to fit any budget from $6.99 – $750.

20Jeans is a recently launched men’s e-tailer determined to change the way men think about and shop for clothing. 20JEANS provides designer quality $20 jeans and other men’s basics for very affordable prices. 20JEANS is changing the face of men’s fashion and providing quality, edgy, and on-trend basics to guys who want to look good and not break the bank. Dad will love the Mantra V-Neck Tees: $10, sizes S – XXL, and available in 9 colors and the DTLA Long Sleeved Henley shirt: $25, sizes S – XL, and available in 3 colors.

House of Marley Roots Rock™ Bluetooth® Portable Audio System ($199.99) Dad can enjoy taking his music with him wherever he goes. The House of Marley Roots Rock Bluetooth Portable Audio System has a convenient cover that folds and snaps into a stabilizing stand with a carrying strap to make it easy to take it on the go. It’s made up of an exclusive REWIND™ fabric cover, natural bamboo sides and recycled plastic enclosure. With Bluetooth A2DP high-quality audio Universal power supply and built-in lithium-ion battery.

FRANKIE V’S GOURMET HOT SAUCES AND SPREADS are made using the freshest and highest quality ingredients, and are 100% all natural, Texas Style! Made from scratch, every jar is inspected and approved before it leaves Frankie V’s Kitchen. It’s great food that’s great for you! Frankie V has a passion for cooking and with that has transformed the ordinary into the extraordinary culinary masterpiece. Starting at only $6.99

The Menza 4 Step men’s skin care system is new to the men’s skin care market. The system protocol consists of Deep Clean Clarifying Wash, Refining Pads, Eye Strong Cream & Mattefying Serum.

The Spirit Ice Vice ($750) is great for the whiskey aficionado Dad! Their refined spirit flavor will maximize with the perfect chill with the Spirit Ice Vice. Without cube corners melting into your pour, you can rock the flavor without the rocks. Using only heat conductivity, gravity, and a moment of your time, the Spirit Ice Vice magically creates the perfect chill. Made in the USA by Spirits On Ice LLC.

PowerSkin PoP’n battery chargers provide a strong boost of power for people on-the-go. Pop’n is packed with 2000 milliamps (mAh) in a revolutionary sleek design. Quickly and securely attach PoP’n to your smartphone, even over existing cases, for an instant charge! This slim, light-weight charger fits discretely into any bag, and it’s fun to hear the POP as you take it off once your phone is recharged. It extends power up to 100%, depending on usage and the battery capacity of the device being charged. It offers comfortable grip for browsing, gaming and extended social use. It has a slim 2000 mAh battery in a 10mm-thin case and a featherweight of 86 grams. Connectors are available for most devices, including HTC, Apple, Samsung, and BlackBerry, making it the ultimate battery charger, so STICK IT and GO to keep Dad’s life PoP’n.

www.20jeans.com

www.thehouseofmarley.com

www.frankievskitchen.com

www.menzaskincare.com

www.spiriticevice.com

www.power-skin.com

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May 24, 2013

Fabulous is First Aid Beauty Dual Repair Eye Cream

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My circles and crows feet around my eyes have been a problem for a very long time. I have tried many eye-creams with absolutely no results. The idea of drastic measures to get rid of the circles was becoming my only alternative, until I tried Dual Repair Eye Cream.  Dual Repair has the ingredients of Soduim Phylate and Glucosy Hesperidin to decrease the look of puffiness and dark circles.  very morning, I crossed my fingers and applied the eye-cream hoping this would be the miracle cream to keep the doctor away.

The results were astounding, within two weeks, my eyes looked unbelievable. The fine lines, circles and puffiness had vanished, and I had regained my youthful appearance. My friends actually thought a surgeon did the work until I gave away the secret of the miracle cream. Dual Repair Eye Crème is very lightweight and provides a great deal of moisture around the eye. The difference between this cream and many of the others were the dramatic results. I can finally say, I found an Eye Cream that actually works!!!!

I found my Dual Repair Eye Cream at qvc.com and it can also be found at sephora.com

4481_1046410411674_7883755_nLiz Vachon, LICSW, Wife and Mother of two

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