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Get Your Winter Glow On With Gorgeous Skincare!

I hope everyone’s holidays are going well! I had a great Christmas and am looking forward to New Year’s!

In Kansas City, it is cold and dry, so my skin has been needing extra love. The below hydrating skincare has kept my skin looking good through the elements and holiday stress:

Finally a cocoa that does the body good! HydroPeptide’s Firming Moisturizer ($96, HydroPeptide.com) addresses and corrects the appearance of imperfections including scars, discoloration, stretch marks and wrinkles. The formula features anti-cellulite peptides and caffeine to effectively diminish the appearance of cellulite, while ultra-nourishing cocoa butter hydrates, replenishes and rejuvenates to lock in smooth, dimple-free skin so you can eat all the chocolatey treats your heart desires!

Don’t let the holidays put wrinkles on your face – HydroPeptide’s Power Lift Advanced Ultra-Rich Moisturizer ($96, HydroPeptide.com) targets all visible signs of aging and quenches dry skin with a proprietary blend of peptides, antioxidants and skin brighteners. Sage extract, promotes daily cell regeneration to minimize and delay the onset of facial wrinkles, while powerful antioxidants such as buddleja, echinacea, white tea, and rosemary offer free-radical defense and encourage more youthful looking skin.

Beyond the baking sheet and into your skin care regime. HydroPeptide’s Power Serum ($136, HydroPeptide.com) boasts Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract (vanilla) to prevent and reverse skin damage caused by free radicals and slow down signs of ageing including fine lines, wrinkles and age spots. In suppressing free radicals, this seasonal staple plays double duty by allowing growth factor activating plant extract from the Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb, to promote and strengthen connective tissue to increase skin firmness and elasticity without interference.

Purchase at http://shop.hydropeptide.com

DDF Aloe Toning Complex

DDF Ultra-Lite Oil-Free Moisturizing Dew

DDF Aloe Toning Complex ($43 USD) — Formulated with Sodium PCA, a natural moisturizing factor found in healthy skin. Ideal after sun, cleansing or as an after shave tonic to give soothing hydration to help calm skin. Fragrance-free.

DDF Ultra-Lite Oil-Free Moisturizing Dew ($42 USD) — An oil-, fragrance-, and dye-free moisturizer for all skin types, including acne-prone skin. Contains aloe vera, vitamins A, E and C, and grapeseed for comfortable hydration. Will not clog pores. Lanolin-free.

I love that both of these products are safe for sensitive skin! Everything irritates my skin these days, and these products really help calm my skin while hydrating it. I use the Toning Complex after cleansing and before the Moisturizing Dew. Used together, they make my skin soft and smooth!

Learn more and purchase at http://www.ddfskincare.com

Spa Home by Masque Bar Sleeping Mask ($19.99 USD) Let your mask do the moisturizing work while you sleep! Designed to be left overnight, this mask is enriched with Lavender Extract to help relieve dry irritated skin. The scent of Lavender helps you have a good night sleep. Aloe, Witch Hazel and Plant derived ingredients leave skin feeling moisturized and brightened.

This mask is such a treat! I use it at night and in the morning my skin is soft and glowing. I get dehydrated at night (thanks to the change of life!), so making sure I go to bed with a nice cream or mask is essential. This one also brightens my skin so I wake up glowing!

Available at Walgreens

Lumene Hydration Recovery Aerating Gel Mask($21 USD) — Water and air bring out your natural radiance with our instant hydrating gel mask. Lumene Hydra-technology combines oxygen-rich pure Arctic Spring Water with Nordic Birch Sap that’s bursting with minerals, on application the innovative light-weight aerating complex indulges your skins surface with moisture to provide intense hydration. Working in harmony these thirst quenching elements rescue skin to leave it smooth and even for an instantly fresh and radiant glow.

This mask is currently available at amazon.com

Freeze 24-7 Double Scoop Intensive Anti-Aging Moisturizer ($105 1.7 oz) –A smoothing, moisturizing complex that provides intense hydration while nourishing, firming and toning skin- provides immediate and long term benefits.
This high-tech, super-charged skincare cocktail takes the moisturizing experience to the next level. Luxurious and exceptionally hydrating, IceCream Double Scoop™ is a powerful moisturizing complex of ingredients that hydrates the skin while providing serious anti-aging benefits.

I find this a perfect winter night cream! It is rich and velvety, but not greasy at all. It feels so nice on my parched skin. I use it at night and also in the daytime when I am staying home and want to treat my skin. It is unscented.

Purchase at http://www.freeze247.com

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Holiday Gift Guide — Last Minute Beauty Gifts

There is about a week left until Christmas! Ahh! Do you have all of your shopping done? I don’t, but I’m close.

For those last minute beauty gifts, here are some great ideas:

Prai Beauty Customizable Concentrates ($79.95 USD) — Customizable Concentrates contains 3 formulas, each highlighting a key ingredient, that targets a specific skin concern. They empower you to transform your beauty products to your own skin’s unique requirements. Includes:

CUSTOMIZABLE CONCENTRATE with MATRIXYL™ synthe’6™ addresses crow’s feet and forehead furrows.

CUSTOMIZABLE CONCENTRATE with Dermaxyl™ addresses wrinkles and age-related skin damage.

CUSTOMIZABLE CONCENTRATE with Sepilift™ DPHP addresses skin’s lack of firmness.

Purchase at www.PRAIBeauty.com

VERT Beauty Brush Roll Kit ($185 USD) — The entire collection of our professional makeup artist brushes. Introducing the VERT beauty Brush Roll Kit. Apply makeup with a mistake-proof, seamless finish with VERT beauty brushes. These professional makeup artist quality brushes are made with the finest sustainable materials. The gorgeous reclaimed wood handles and mixed bristles are shaped for comfort and precision. Each brush head is luxuriously soft and durable. A flawless finish is in your hands with this perfect brush set. Winter Session provides our ultimate brush roll. Made from 10oz waxed cotton canvas and stitched with heavy gauge nylon thread. Features an adjustable leather closure tab with logo imprint.

Purchase at http://www.vertbeauty.com

KBShimmer’s Winter Collection ($9.95 USD) –a line of seasonally inspired nail polishes that feature 16 NEW shades that will step up your beauty game as well as a few favorites! Whether it’s a gift for yourself, or a stocking stuffer for a loved one, lets ring in this holiday season.

Purchase at http://www.kbshimmer.com

Zoella Beauty Ginger Bread Fizz Trio ($12 USD) — Zoella Beauty Gingerbread Mini Fizz Bar Trio brings a dose of Christmas sweetness to your bath. A perfect holiday gift, they’re just the thing for de-stressing before, during and after the busy holiday season.

Purchase at Target stores and http://www.target.com

Hard Candy Eye Essentials Collection ($4.88 at Walmart) –Fall in love with these purse friendly eye shadow palettes. Create that smoky look you desire for an evening out on the town or define your eyes with any of these coordinating shades for a natural look.

Hard Candy Eye Essentials Collection Makeup Set:

2 eye shadow palettes (12 colors each)
3 piece brush kit
On-the-go pouch

Purchase at Walmart and http://www.walmart.com

The Body Shop 40 Years Icon Gift Set

The Body Shop 40 Years Icon Gift Set ($58 USD) Celebrate The Body Shop’s 40th anniversary with our 40 Years Icon Gift Set! Featuring customer favorite body butters, moisturizers, shower gels, and more. This gift set filled with best-sellers is sure to please everyone on your list! A $97 Value!

Set Includes:

Green Tea Body Butter 6.76 oz
Vitamin C Moisturizer 1.69 oz
Moringa Shower Gel 8.45 oz
Strawberry Body Polish 2.54 oz
DOY Concentrate .24 oz
Lip and Cheek Stain
British Rose Hand Cream 1 oz

Purchase at http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com or The Body Shop stores

My Beauty Favorites — Week of December 5-11, 2016

How is your holiday season going? We got our tree up today and it looks great! A Noble Fir which is my favorite.

This week I have been loving gorgeous eyeshadow sticks, a skin firming device and an all natural skincare line:

Merle Norman Shadow Sticks ($18 USD) — The fun, easy-to-use stick is crease-resistant and designed for versatility. They’re perfect to use as your main shadow, a base or even a liner with a buildable formula designed to go from sheer to full-on color. They even have a special key ingredient, microspheres, which impart a silky texture while absorbing oil to keep lids sebum free.

No matter what color is trending this season from matte to shimmer, you’ll find what you need in Merle Norman Shadow Sticks. Available in a full spectrum of shades that range from luminous to matte: Glow, Fortune, Luna, Mystic, Bronze Age, Preppy, Stone, Watercolor, Toast and Almond Cookie.

What I think: I have tried a lot of shadows sticks in my blogging career, but they aren’t my go to form of eye shadow usually. I have to say really liked these and plan to use them lots! I have Mystic, a shimmery wine, Stone, a gorgeous greige and Watercolor, a soft matte blue. They are all pretty, but Stone is one I can use every day as an allover lid shade. The other two are very nice accent colors. This stay for hours and look fresh.

Available at MerleNorman.com.

Conture Kinetic Skin Toning System

Conture’s NEW Kinetic Firm Neck Cream

Two great products to help with tech neck are Conture Kinetic Skin Toning System ($249 USD), and Conture’s NEW Kinetic Firm Neck Cream ($65 USD). These are the secret weapons to fighting “tech neck” for a tightened, smoother, fresher décolletage.

The Kinetic Skin Toning action of the Conture is designed to specifically address deficiencies in skin firmness and elasticity as well as overall sagging of the neck area. In a 8-week clinical study in which women used their Conture Device and the Kinetic Firm Neck Crème, participants found an 81 percent improvement in the lifting of their skin.

What I think: I have tried the Conture device before. It is so easy to use and helps tighten skin in just a few weeks. The Firm Neck Cream is a great addition to the system. It is extra insurance for a firm neck!

Available at http://www.conture.com

Z Skin — I have been trying products from their Age Defying line. You can purchase the line with these products in it for $144:

- Face Lift Wash
- Face Lift Lotion
- Neck Firming Cream
- Daytime Eye Cream [Zz Eye]
- Nighttime Eye Cream
- Banish; Dark Spots And Scars
- Extreme Moisturizer
- Retinique

The line is very natural and uses a combination of herbs and oils. It claims to reduce the signs of aging.

What I think: I find the scents of these products very strong, maybe too medicinal for me, but they have been hydrating my skin and making it very soft and smooth. The Face Lift lotion is one of my favorites, it is a great day lotion.

Available at http://www.zskincosmetics.com

Holiday Gift Guide — Fab Beauty Sets!

It’s not quite last minute, but if you are still shopping, there are so many amazing beauty gifts to give this year! Gifts for skin, hair and body will make your fave beauty junkie ecstatic!

These are all so wonderful, and fairly affordable, so shop away!

Burt’s Bees Mani Pedi

Burt’s Bees Kissable Color

Best of Burt’s Bees

Burt’s Bees Mani Pedi ($14.99 USD) –You don’t have to set a whole day aside for a little bit of well-deserved pampering. Treat hands and feet to soothing Peppermint Foot Lotion, hydrating Ultimate Care Hand Cream, and restorative Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream. Comes complete with an ecoTools footbrush and pumice.

Kissable Color ($9.99 USD) –That perfect, magical holiday kiss. It could be just around the corner! Help someone you love be ready for it with our Kissable Color gift set: a trio of lip-nourishing, 100% natural Lip Shimmer shades in warm or cool collections.

Best of Burt’s Bees ($14.99 USD) –We’re putting our best foot forward. And our best hand. And our best fingernails. It’s all in one place with this sweet little gift set: Coconut Foot Cream, Almond Milk Beeswax Hand Cream, and Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream. And with that collectible box, wrapping is practically optional.

Purchase these and so many more gorgeous, affordable sets at http://www.burtsbees.com and tons of stores near you.

Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil 7 Piece Body Butter Collection

Josie Maran Glowing Argan Oil Skincare Essentials

Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter Collection ($45 USD) –A seven piece collection featuring NEW, limited edition, Whipped Argan Oil Body Butters perfect for the holiday season. It includes 7 Travel Size Whipped Argan Oil Body Butters, 59mL/2 fl oz, in: Gingerbread Vanilla, Sweet Buttercream, Vanilla Pine, Honeysuckle Vanilla, Vanilla Apricot, Sweet Citrus, and Unscented.

Josie Maran Glowing Argan Oil Skincare Essentials ($36 USD) — Experience optimized, radiant skin with these glowing Argan Oil essentials. Delicately spray Nirvana Hydrating Treatment Mist on freshly cleansed skin to soften, plump, and revitalize skin. Immediately follow by pressing Josie’s bestselling 100% Pure Argan Oil into skin for a deeply nourishing hydration that replenishes, balances, and protects skin. Finish your skin care routine with Surreal Skin Argan Finishing Balm: the first ever antiaging skin care finisher and makeup primer in one.

Purchase at Sephora stores, Sephora.com and http://www.josiemaran.com

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Body Boom (55 USD) — Start your day the Brazilian way with the nourishing, rich lather of the NEW Brazilian 4 Play Nourishing Shower Cream-Gel and the fast-absorbing, all-over body cream that tightens and smoothes like no other, Brazilian Bum Bum Cream. Both are infused with Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Beauty Blend of nourishing Cupuaçu Butter, antioxidant superpower Açaí and skin conditioning Coconut Oil, and with the addictive Pistachio Caramel fragrance. You will look, feel and smell like a Brazilian Goddess with the new Brazilian Body Boom gift set from Sol de Janeiro.

Available at Sephora stores and Sephora.com

ARI by Ariana Grande Ornament — ARI by Ariana Grande Hair Mist Ornament

ARI by Ariana Grande Hair Mist Ornament ($12 USD) — Fragrance Notes:

Top: Crispy pear, pink grapefruit, juicy raspberry
Heart: Soft muguet, rose buds, vanilla orchid
Drydown: Marshmallow, creamy musk, blonde woods

Purchase at Ulta stores and http://www.ulta.com

Macadamia Professional Nourishing Moisture Care Collection ($35 USD) —

Macadamia Professional Nourishing Moisture Shampoo 10 oz.
Macadamia Professional Nourishing Moisture Conditioner 10 oz.
Macadamia Professional Nourishing Moisture Masque 1 oz.

Retailer: MacadamiaHair.comWhat beauty gifts have you purchased this year? Leave a comment and let me know!

Skincare (And More) To Keep You Gorgeous In The Cold Weather!

November was National Healthy Skin Month, but it is so important to take care of your skin all year round!

I have a LOT of gorgeous skincare and other products to review, so enjoy!

goop Skincare by Juice Beauty ($90 to $140 USD) — Gwyneth Paltrow’s line, goop skincare, is a high performance age-defying skincare collection that merges luxury formulas with certified organic ingredients sans sulfates. goop skincare nourishes skin with powerful organic ingredients infused into high-tech formulas that deliver immediate and ongoing results. The mindfully designed collection debuts with a range of six age-defying skincare solutions made with plant-based juices to rejuvenate skin and all are formulated with certified organic ingredients.

Available exclusively on goop.com/goopskincare

m-61 Power Cleanse — ($34 USD) This sulfate, paraben, gluten and synthetic fragrance-free pore-purifying facial cleanser boasts glycolic acid (4.3%), tea tree extract and vitamin B5 to eliminates dead surface skin cells and bacteria from pores, while fighting blemishes and soothing irritation.

Available at Bluemercury stores nationwide and bluemercury.com

L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Hydra-Nutrition Facial Oil SPF 30 ($19.99 USD) — Combines the hydrating power of essential oils with broad spectrum SPF 30 to moisturize skin. Lightweight and non-greasy, this facial oil nourishes aging skin back to radiance by adding natural oil that can be lost as skin matures. Absorbs quickly to instantly moisturize, nourish and strengthen mature skin.

Available at lorealparisusa.com and drugstores nationwide Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Soft Cream

Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Soft Cream

Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Soft Cream ($76 1.7 oz) — This anti-wrinkle, firming moisturizer is a part of Caudalie’s best-selling Resveratrol Lift Collection – products made with a molecule, co-patented by Caudalie and Harvard Medical School, to reverse visible signs of aging. Its formula is powered by a trademark combination of Stabilizied Vine Resveratrol and Micro-Hyaluronic Acid. Advanced phospholipid technology provides a multi-layer, extended-release delivery system to disperse active ingredients throughout the day. The cream has a covetable lightweight texture, and it’s designed with soft focus pigments and mattifying powders for easy wear under makeup.

Available at Sephora/Sephora.com, US.Caudalie.com and Caudalie boutiques

Dermactin- TS 2 Step Hydro Gel Mask Vitamin A ($5.99 USD) — an intensive skin moisturizing mask that helps improve signs of aging with a Vitamin A boost. Start by massaging the desired amount of Vitamin A Concentrated Skin Serum evenly over the facial area. Next, thoroughly clean and dry face, then apply Hydro Gel Mask for 15-20 minutes, resulting in youthful, moisturized skin.

Available at Sally Beauty or online at SallyBeauty.com

Lune + Aster BB Cream SPF 30 ($44 USD) — This lightweight, breathable moisturizing tint covers imperfections and evens skin tone. SPF 30 protects from UVA and UVB rays while vitamin E, goji berry and apple seed extract deliver antioxidants to promote a healthy glow. Phthalate & paraben free, made without animal testing and Dermatologist tested.

Available at Bluemercury stores nationwide and bluemercury.com

bliss fabgirlslim hide & ‘glow’ sleek firming tinted body spray ($38 USD) — Want an instant glow without risking skin damage via sun’s damaging rays? Bliss brings you the only firming tinted body spray that powerfully firms and tones skin with use over time, while also hiding the appearance of cellulite and providing a beautiful glow in seconds.

Available at bliss spas, blissworld.com, ULTA and ULTA.com

Shaveworks Pearl Polish Dual-Action Body Oil ($28 USD) — This sulfate and paraben-free body oil is both a gentle cleanser and sumptuous shave oil. When mixed with water this rich oil gently foams into a luxe, milky texture, without any greasy residue, leaving the skin touchably soft and scented with notes of ginger, lavender and vanilla. As a shave oil, it conditions and nourishes skin to give you the optimal glide for a close, smooth shave.

Available at Anthony.com

Wanderer Hydrating Sage and Black Pepper Hair & Scalp Shampoo and Conditioner ($9.50 each or $15 for both 8 fl. oz.) — Hydrate your hair without stripping away natural oils from sulfates, parabens, and synthetic dyes. The shampoo’s sulfate-free formula is made with Lemongrass Extract to help support scalp and hair follicle health for strong, thick hair. The Balm Mint Extract will soothe the scalp as you lather, leaving you with a cool mint tingle and healthy looking hair. The conditioner contains Chamomile Flower Extract and Hydrolyzed Pea Protein for lightweight hydration without the greasy feel.

Available at DollarShaveClub.com

Cyber Monday Deals!

It’s Cyber Monday! Have you been picking up some great beauty deals? I know there are great ones out there.

Here are some steals to consider while you are enjoying the online sales:

NEW from Vendome Beaute is this holiday season’s perfect stocking stuffer, rosewater eyeshadows, now at 40% off for today only! Vendome Beaute just hit the scene and is quickly becoming this season’s beauty must have with its botanical-infused color line, that goes on velvety smooth to create the perfect look for any occasion. The rosewater infused eyeshadows are highly pigmented and finely milled to give an all-around luxurious look and feel. Any makeup lover will adore a customized combination of the single eyeshadows. Vendome Beaute offers 33 striking hues, that allow you to mix and match colors to create a gift that is tailored to your specific Vendome girl. Each single eyeshadow is 40% off original retail of $26.00 and can be purchased on Amazon.com

Receive 25% off all Macadamia Professional products on MacadamiaHair.com with the code GIFT25 only on Cyber Monday.

Receive 25% off all éprouvage products on eprouvage.com with the code HOLIDAY25

For a limited time, PHYTO will be offering 40% OFF your entire purchase on Phyto.com

Play footsie and get tickled pink in these must-have, cozy pom-pom socks! Your gift with any fragrance purchase of $49.00 or more at Ulta.com, from the ARIANA GRANDE fragrance collection.

11/28-12/6 Cyber Week promotion

· Tiered offer:

· Save $20 off $100

· Save $60 off $200

· http://www.jurlique.com/

50% off Cyber Monday at http://www.equitance-us.com/

Offering 30% off all products site wide https://marula.com/

Plus…

Juara, the Indonesian-inspired, botanical skincare brand, will offer a BUY 2 PRODUCTS, GET 1 FREE promotion on juaraskincare.com. Bonus: Free shipping on all orders.

Votre Vu, known for its botanically activated skincare and makeup (with delightfully rich aromatic profiles), will offer 20% ALL products site wide. And orders over $75 will receive a FREE FULL SIZED Eiffel Power mascara. Go to votrevu.com.

Are you picking up any of these great deals?

Holiday Gift Guide — Fab Skincare Sets

Don’t know what to get her for Christmas? How about a gift to turn back time? Or at least to look and feel younger — great skincare!

Below are some wonderful kits that would make amazing gifts:

Eve Lom The Rescue Ritual ($110 USD) — Deeply cleansing and purifying favorites for intensive pampering. Set includes:

• Cleanser (100ml) – The original balm cleanser; formulated with aromatic plant oils to decongest and gently exfoliate the skin.

• Full size cloth – Kind on your skin, the Eve Lom Muslin Cloths provide a gentle way to exfoliate and enhance your daily cleansing—the two most important steps in the Eve Lom skincare routine. Regular exfoliation helps the skin to function properly and absorb moisture more effectively. With daily use of these cloths and your face cleanser, tight and flaky skin will be a thing of the past.

• Rescue Mask (100ml) – Rescue Mask: deep cleanses without drying, gently decongests pores and absorbs excess oil, smoothing the skins surface, leaving it supple and soft.

Purcahse at http://www.spacenk.com/us

Skin Authority Beauty Infusion Gift Set ($196 USD) — Skin Authority designed this Special Edition Gift Set to give individuals the ultimate control in customizing skin care to unique needs on a daily basis. Personalizing skin care routine has never been easier. After prepping the face with one swipe of the Instant Perfection Peel Pads, just add a few drops of one or more Beauty Infusion products to a daily routine and dial up or down the concentration of targeted natural actives to balance the hydration, brightness, clarity, and aging of your skin.

Ideal to give yourself or others as a gift.

Special Edition Gift Set contains a jar of 50 Instant Perfection Peel Pads and 1.0 fl oz each Beauty Infusion Collection drops.
Save $49 when you purchase the gift set.
Presentation box included.
These products contain no dyes, fragrances, parabens, or animal cruelty.

Available at http://www.skinauthority.com

StriVectin Ageless Skin Essentials ($89 USD, plus 20% off the site for the holidays) — Give the gift of renewed skin with this kit that features four of StriVectin’s fan-favorite products: TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream, Overnight Replenishing Moisture Mask, Intensive Eye Concentrate for Wrinkles, and SD Advanced Intensive Concentrate for Wrinkles & Stretch Marks.

Purchase at http://www.strivectin.com

SkinCeuticals Gold Standard Kit: Fine Lines + Wrinkles ($173 USD) — Give the gold standard of skincare with this new kit featuring two hero products from SkinCeuticals. C E Ferulic is a revolutionary antioxidant combination serum that delivers an unprecedented 8 times the skin’s natural protection against photoaging – neutralizing free radicals, helping build collagen, and providing unmatched antioxidant protection. Hydrating B5 is recommended for use with vitamin C treatments to help maximize the benefits of your daily moisturizer and contains hyaluronic acid, the body’s natural hydrator, to bind moisture to the skin.

Available at SkinCeuticals.com

Philosophy Renewed Hope For The Holidays ($59 USD) –a gift of holiday glow. treat skin with hope and enjoy continuous hydration, softened lines, smoother texture and a healthy-looking color and glow. this holiday-exclusive collection features renewed hope in a jar refreshing & refining moisturizer, plus hope in a jar night and renewed hope in a jar eye, for 24-hour nourishment and a youthful radiance that lasts, in beautiful holiday packaging perfect for giving (even to yourself).

Purchase at http://www.philosophy.com

Iluminage Deluxe Anti-Ageing Gift Set ($85 USD) — Experience next generation skin rejuvenation with the Iluminage Deluxe Anti-Ageing Gift Set. Utilizing high-tech copper technology which is clinically proven to help improve the appearance of skin, the set combines anti-ageing gloves and socks with a rejuvenating eye mask to leave skin feeling youthful, smooth, soft and replenished.

Available exclusively at Neiman Marcus

My Beauty Favorites — Week of November 14-20, 2016

Are you getting ready for Thanksgiving and the holidays following? I am! Not only the food I’m going to take to my family’s celebration, I am taking care of my hair, skin and am planning a great hostess gift!

I received the following amazing products for my honest review that hydrate and help me prep for the season:

sunday-products The Mane Choice Green Tea & Carrot Deep Strengthening & Restorative Mask Treatment ($17.99 USD): If your hair is in need of some extra TLC, after the hot tools and extreme weather conditions of the week, try this mask treatment from the Mane Choice! Enriched with biotin, green tea, and carrot oil, this product will immediately begin to repair and restore dry and damaged strands. Formulated to penetrate the hair shaft and infuse your hair with high-quality vitamins and nutrients. Available at themanechoice.com, Target, Sally Beauty Supply, Rite Aid.

fango ESSENZIALI Mud Mask Treatment for Face + Body ($32.50 USD for 7 oz): Get an at home spa experience with this mineral-rich mud mask designed to calm and soothe problematic, irritated and tight feeling skin. Providing a revitalizing surge of skin soothing ingredients, the CALM mud mask transforms skin from tight and dull to luminous and healthy in as little as five minutes. Available at Macy’s and Macys.com

neuLash ($150 USD) – This nutrient-rich formula delivers benefits beyond conditioning. neuLASH is fortified with Active Eyelash Technology® to dramatically improve the weak appearance of eyelashes in just 30 days. Pumpkin seed extract nourishes the lashes and helps lashes look more luxurious than ever. Available at skinresearchlabs.com or Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s

neuBROW ($150 USD) – This potent serum is formulated with an exclusive Dual-Weight Protein Complex™ that restores the appearance of youthful brows, promoting suppleness and shine. It delivers beautiful, more defined eyebrows in just 60 days. Sweet almond protein creates a protective layer, bringing softness and brilliance to the brow line. ,Available at skinresearchlabs.com or Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s

Arbonne Intelligence® Lip Treatment: Give your lips some love with this targeted formula that features the proprietary ingredient Phytinol™, which helps soften the appearance of fine lines on the lips and contours, and supports the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Lips feel replenished, hydrated and moisturized. Also enhances the appearance of lip volume and multitasks as a primer for lipstick or gloss. $38, arbonne.com

What I think: I have tried all of these except for the neu products. The hair mask really hydrates my hair, a little goes a long way and my hair is soft and shiny afterwards. The mud mask works so well on my sensitive skin! It calms it and smooths my skin. And as treating my dry lips is so important I love the lip treatment. It can be used at night or under lip color during the day!

Avon ANEW Ultimate Supreme Advanced Performance Crème ($50 1.7 oz. ) — is formulated to dramatically improve visible signs of aging* while immersing skin in radiant moisture for the ultimate transformative experience. Born in the exotic waters of Tahiti, the black pearl essence is known to improve skin’s ability to retain moisture. This luxurious yet lightweight night crème is infused with black pearl essence, as well as the highest level of Avon’s exclusive Celluvive anti-aging complex.

What I think: This night creme is very lightweight and sinks right into the skin. As I get really warm at night, this is perfect for me. In the morning my skin is glowing, but not greasy.

Available at http://www.avon.com

Juara Hope Soy Candle ($35 USD) — Inspired by the warm, tropical scent of JUARA’s Candlenut Collection, this fragrant, hand-poured candle is an exclusive blend of natural soy and vegetable waxes, custom-formulated to burn longer and cleaner than typical candles.

Wrapped with a decorative hand-drawn pattern, this candle provides soothing light and fragrance to enhance the beauty of any living space. The vessel features a protective lid and is housed in an artisanal glass jar that enhances its glow.

Notes: Plumeria, Freesia, Bergamot, Jasmine, Rose, Coconut

What I think: This is the perfect hostess gift for the holidays! It has an exotic floral scent and I think most hostesses will love it. It is packaged so nicely, too!

Purchase at juaraskincare.com

Brand Review — Kiko Milano Skincare

Have you been taking care of your skin this fall? I sometimes don’t do as much as I should, even though I have everything I need! As the days get darker earlier, I get so lazy at night!

It is so important to take care of skin as the weather gets colder, and I was lucky to be sent the following Kiko Milano products for my honest review!

Have you heard about Kiko Milano? Here is brand info from their website:

Founded in 1997, KIKO MILANO is an Italian professional cosmetics brand that has revolutionized the rules of cosmetics and won over the most demanding beauty addicts with over 600 points of sale in 8 countries in Europe (Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, Germany, United Kingdom, Austria and Switzerland) with its presence in 34 nations (thanks to its online service delivery) and now with its new opening in U.S.

KIKO MILANO is constantly committed to a single objective: to allow all women to treat themselves to the most innovative cosmetics without having to sacrifice their budget. Quality is no longer synonymous with high prices. Below are my affordable beauties:

Kiko Milano Pure Clean Scrub&Peel ($9 USD) –A package of 20 wet wipes that both exfoliate and refresh the face. The textured side ensures the skin is exfoliated evenly and with the required intensity. The soft side leaves the skin feeling delightfully cool.

The formula contains alpha hydroxy acids that work for making skin free from dead cells and panthenol with its softening properties. The practical resealable pack can be taken everywhere and is ideal for traveling. Delicately scented with notes of magnolia, peach and sandalwood. Ideal for all skin types.

What I think: These have a lovely fresh scent! I use the soft side to remove makeup, then gently use the (very) exfoliating side. They leave my skin soft and smooth!

Kiko Milano Bright Lift Serum ($30 USD) –Highly luminous lifting effect serum. Brightens the complexion, reduces the appearance of wrinkles and minimizes signs of fatigue. Specific ingredients protect the skin from oxidative stress and give it a healthy glow.

The formula also contains marine collagen and ActiGlow, a revolutionary cosmetic advancement that enhances the skin’s beauty. The silky texture is slightly iridescent and easily absorbed. The skin appears hydrated, radiant and enveloped in a delicate scent of camellia and rose. The practical dispenser releases just the right amount of product.

What I think: This is a very sheer serum that sinks into the skin quickly. It leaves my skin luminous and smooth. Great for night and day, does work well under moisturizer. I especially like it for the day, to give a glow and lift!

Kiko Milano Hydra Pro Matte Mattifying Mosturizing Fluid ($29 USD) — Mattifying mosturizing fluid. The long-lasting moisturizing fluid leaves the skin with a matte finish that lasts all day while perfecting make-up performance. Specific ingredients protect the skin from oxidative stress and give it a healthy glow.

The matte effect is the result of a special biotechnological complex in the formula that helps to reduce excess sebum, or oil, and minimizes shine. The formula also contains hyaluronic acid and Actiglow, a revolutionary cosmetic advancement that enhances the skin’s beauty.

The lightweight texture is quickly absorbed and feels wonderful. The skin has an even look and a matte finish. Hydra Pro Matte mosturizing fluid comes in a sleek bottle with a handy dispenser that releases just the right amount of product. Delicately scented with musk and rose.

What I think: This has a light floral scent. It is a very sheer fluid that sinks right into the skin. It leaves skin soft, but matte. Perfect for oily or shiny skin. I would use this in warm weather, when my skin gets shiny.

Kiko Milano Skin Trainer CC Blur($24 USD) — Optical corrector for perfect skin with a smooth, even complexion. Combines a CC cream’s skin tone correcting properties with a blur’s ability to minimize skin imperfections.

In addition, special ingredients in Skin Trainer CC Blur capture the light which is then reflected on the face for a radiant glow.

The velvety texture is lightly coloured. Available in four shades to meet the needs of all skin tones; 01 Light, 02 Medium, 03 Neutral, 04 Dark

What I think: This sheer CC corrector gives light color, but really smooths out pores and wrinkles. The skin is left with a light glow, too! I received it in a dark shade, and I have light skin, but I would definitely try this in my shade!

Have you tried Kiko Milano skin care or makeup? Let me know which products are your favorites!

IT Cosmetics Friends & Family Sale — Starts November 1st!

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Fabulous news for all of the IT Girls out there — the IT Cosmetics Friends and Family sales starts tomorrow, November 1, 2016!

They are rewarding their loyal IT Girls with exclusive access to the semi-annual friends & family sale, an event that you DEFINITELY don’t want to miss.

Check it out on Tuesday morning at www.itcosmetics.com and use the offer code ITFRIENDS.

The event will run through November 5, 2016, so enjoy an amazing deal on some of the best makeup and skin care out there!