Beauty – Page 105 – Forty, Flirty & Fabulous

Fresh Beauty Products For The Dog Days of Summer

Hot enough for you yet? Summer is going strong! I have put together a collection of products from makeup, to hair care to fragrance to get you through the last month of Summer.

They are:

For flawless-looking skin, the anti-aging BSB Culminé Glow & Go Tinted Moisturizing Sunscreen ($45 USD) with daytime sun protection delivers the whole package: SPF protection, superior hydration, a hint of tint for a beautiful glow while being sheer enough to wear under makeup. Oxybenzone, Titanium Dioxide and Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate protect the skin from sun damage by absorbing UV rays while the anti-oxidant blend reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration.

What I think: I really like this tinted sunscreen. It is a perfect product to apply and go. It matched my skintone and gave me a subtle glow. I am going to use this as my foundation for the rest of the summer!

Available at www.labelledayspas.com

Follow foundation by applying Rimmel London Wake Me Up Instant Radiance Shimmer Touch ($4.99) to the apples of your cheeks. This lightweight, ultra blendable mousse formula gives an instant touch of radiance and illuminates the skin giving it a healthy summer glow.

What I think: I have tried this in Radiant Rose. So pretty. It is a highlighter and blush in one.

Rimmel London ScandalEyes Mascara ($6.99), for achieve beautiful, voluptuous lashes! For lashes so big, it’s almost criminal! Scandalous false lash volume. MaxDensity Brush: 50% larger*. Captures & plumps every lash. Supersize formula with 3x collagen + 3x keratin.

What I think: This is an affordable mascara that gives huge volume. It’s like a lip plumper for your lashes.

Rimmel products are avaialbe at mass market retailers near you.

Lipstick Queen’s Chinatown Glossy Pencils ($20 each) The three new shades are pictured below from left to right:

Cameo – a soft nude

Catalina – a flirty, fun yet subtle pink

Pink Bluff – an earthy nude pink

What I think: I love these soft colors! I have tried this pencil before in a burgundy, but I love lighter nudes and pinks more and I love all three of these colors. I think they will work well for fall, too. Especially the nude. Wear it with a smudgy black eyeliner on eyes. Cool!

The new shades are now available for purchase at Space NK and ULTA stores nationwide, as well as on lipstickqueen.com.

Lancome Vernis in Love in Aqua Blue ($15 USD) Inspired by the new trendy Rouge In Love lip collection, Vernis in Love is a high potency nail lacquer perfectly themed to compliment every woman’s mood and style. With ultimate brilliance, intense color, and a mistake-free application, your nails will love the lasting shine and pop of color that stays put for days.

What I think: This blue is perfect for the end of summer. I am planning to wear beautiful blues all month. It reminds me of water and that we need to have as much summer fun as possible!

Purchase at www.lancome-usa.com.

Chlorine, sun and frizz oh my! If you’re like most women, summertime stress is largely due to your hair. Vein, but true. Elegantly scented and made with oriental herbal extracts, Sensai by Kanebo’s Intensive Hair Mask ($57 USD) offers extra care and repair while giving your locks a smooth shine.

What I think: Deep moisture treatments are a must for summer hair repair. This one smells fantastic and leaves hair so soft!

The Sensai Intensive Hair Mask retails for $57 and is available at http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/ and http://www.neimanmarcus.com/.

Although this is the last month of summer, with Lavanila’s Vanilla Summer you’ll feel like you’re on vacation all fall and winter! The scent will evoke the calm, soft breeze of the ocean; allowing you to feel the sand beneath your toes every time you spritz.

Vanilla Summer is available in:

The Healthy Fragrance ($58): This all-natural Eau de Parfum is hand crafted using the highest quality essential oils and vitamin-rich botanicals from all over the world. Completely free of chemically laden alcohol, petrochemicals and phthalates, this body beneficial fragrance is uniquely packed with a healthy dose of anti-oxidants.

The Healthy Roller-Ball ($19): Housed in a slim, spill-proof bottle, this tote-able scent lets you dab on Vanilla Summer whenever you feel the need to escape to your own private oasis.

What I Think: This may be my favorite Lavanila scent yet! It is soft and pretty, perfect for all year long!

Lavanila Laboratories products may be purchased at http://www.lavanila.com

Enjoy!

Cool New Nail Polish Colors and Textures

Lately, I have been really into trying new colors, finishes and textures of nail polish. I have been trying some really cool polishes, here are some of my favorites:

Break away from the ordinary this fall and rock bold, unexpected colours with butter LONDON’s latest nail lacquer collection, Colour Clash.

Launching today on butterLONDON.com, the Colour Clash Collection is a chic, surprising new collection of brights and whites that are perfectly on-trend to take your look from summer to fall. The collection includes vibrant bright nail lacquers in Wellies, Pimms, Cake Hole, Silly Billy and Giddy Kipper that can add a much-needed pop of colour to any look. Ready to rock out in white? Sport a trendy white-nail with Cotton Buds, which can also be used underneath nail art to punch up any colour.

butter LONDON’s Global Colour Ambassador Katie Hughes notes that the Colour Clash Collection is “one of my favourite collections yet, Colour Clash is so fun and bold.”

What I think: Butter LONDON’s new color clash collection is so different for fall. Colors for the season are usually rich and dark, these are so bright and fun. It’s feels like the fun of summer blending itself into the fall season. In Kansas City where I live, it will be hot until about Halloween, so these colors seem so appropriate!

Available at www.butterlondon.com

Nails Inc. Feathers Effect Nail Polish in Edinburgh

Nails Inc. Feathers Effect Nail Polish ($9.50 USD) This ultratrendy, long-wearing formulation features tiny feather-like particles in complimentary colors to create a quill effect on the nails. Perfect for adding a pop of color to your spring or summer ensemble, the unique feather bottle and feather print cap make these must-have shades for all. Wear two to three coats to build full coverage or apply directly over a base color for a smooth look.

What I think: I love these feather polishes. I have them in Edinburgh, a pastel orange and blue and Brighton, a teal and yellow textured polish. I have used one coat over a cream polish and I have layered just the feathers alone. Both looks fantastic and lasts a long time!

You can purchase at http://www.sephora.com

discover perfect nail art looks for your summer getaway with the latest collection of essie sleek sticks in beach-ready brights. Inspired by the season’s hottest runway trends, the collection boasts six luxe, three-dimensional patterns in sunny shades from ocean blue to juicy fuchsia. These pre-cured appliqués make salon designs a snap – just apply and go! Lasts up to 10 days.

The shades left to right are: stick with style, croc madame, shoot for the moon, small pleasures, sea me shine, and show me your stuff.

What I think: These stickers are so beautiful in person! They are a bit tricky to use, but when done right, really fun!

Purchase at www.essie.com or fine beauty stores near you.

Enjoy!

China Glaze On the Horizon Collection

There is a brand new China Glaze Collection and it is the brand new feather look polish trend. I have tried this in Nail’s Inc. (review coming) and are looking forward to checking out these new China Glaze ones! I really enjoy this new trend!

Spread your wings and prepare to take flight with China Glaze® On the Horizon. This free-spirited specialty collection introduces six unique lacquers using interwoven matte particles to create a feathered finish. The multi-coloured palette features both bright and earthy tones, reminiscent of the sky at dawn and dusk. Achieve opacity with two coats, or layer over a complementary base color for a fresh, colorful manicure.

The shades in the collection include:

You’re A Hoot: Soft Yellow, Orange & Black Particles interwoven to apply like a feathered finish in one quick swoop over the nail

Light As A Feather: Orange, White & Black Particles

All A Flutter: Pastel Peach, Soft Blue & White

Party Fowl: Bold Blue, Orange & Black Particles

Flock Together: Mint Green, Bold Blue & Black Particles

Flying South: Orange and Soft Yellow particles interwoven with a Red glitter

The China Glaze® On the Horizon collection will be available in August 2013 at fine salons and beauty supply stores nationwide with an SRP of $10.

China Glaze® is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde.

China Glaze® nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlaze), Twitter (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Instagram (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze) and YouTube (youtube.com/chinaglazeofficial).

Summer Beauty Savers

Summer is going strong! Is your beauty routine holding up? Are you keeping safe in the sun and the elements?

Summer beauty doesn’t have to be complicated. A few great hair, skin and sun care products can really help get you through this hot season.

UNITE Hair Expanda Dust ($26.25) — It’s magic! With just a puff you can get more volume and texture than you’ve ever imagined! You’ll never go flat again!

Key Ingredients:

Kaolin: Adds texture and hold

Potato Starch: Thickens and adds volume

Tapioca Starch: Thickens and adds volume

Corn Starch: Adds body and hold

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice: Adds moisture and soothes hair and scalp

FOR BEST RESULTS: Lightly sprinkle on to roots for volume. Sprinkle throughout for added texture. For a sleek ponytail, apply to roots to give your pony some volume. Next, sweep hair into a ponytail using a paddle brush to smooth the sides and leaving the top voluminous. Finish by securing with a ponytail holder.

What I think: This works well with my flat hair. And the ponytail tip above is really cute! Purchase at shop.unitehair.com.

SKIN SO SOFT Bug Guard Plus Picaridin ($14-$16): Protect your family when mosquitoes are more active – dawn and dusk – with this strong, dependable insect repellent. These DEET-free formulas provide long-lasting protection against deer ticks and mosquitoes. Repels deer ticks that may transmit Lyme Disease. Repels mosquitoes that may transmit West Nile Virus. Bug Guard Plus Picaridin is available as an Aerosol Spray, Pump Spray, or Towelettes, and just like our other favorite formula, the pump spray will come in bonus and travel sizes and the towelettes will now be available in a 16 pack.

What I think: I keep the pump spray of this by my back door so when my family goes into our buggy back yard, we are protected. It works really well and smells nice, too!

Coppertone Oil Free Faces in SPF 15, 30 and 50+ ($10.99 USD) Provides powerful protection designed specifically for your delicate skin. This oil-free lotion contains a special blend of anti-oxidants Vitamins A and E, skin conditioners and natural hydrating elements to help smooth and moisturize your skin. This lightweight lotion is non-greasy and it won’t clog pores or cause breakouts. And it’s fragrance free and non-irritating. And, because it’s from the Coppertone brand you can be sure you’re getting all the protection you need. Specially formulated with Parsol® 1789, Coppertone® Oil Free Faces Hydrating Sunscreen Lotion helps prevent the premature appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by providing advanced broad-spectrum protection form the sun’s harmful UVA/UVB rays. Dermatologist tested. Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, water resistant.

Sun Alert: The sun causes skin damage. Over the years, regular use of effective sunscreens like Coppertone® Oil Free Faces Hydrating Sunscreen SPF 30 may reduce the risk of skin damage, some types of skin cancer and other harmful effects due to the sun.

What I think: I try to use sunscreen on my face every day. The fact that this is oil free is perfect for me because sunscreen can easily clog my pores. I also love the anti-oxidants and skin care benefits that you can get with such and affordable product.

Available at mass market retailers near you.

From the b-leve website: We b•lēve ingredients like olive, white tea & cactus let you shine in everything you do. Cationic chemistry specifically targets damaged areas along the hair shaft and at the ends without the use of high levels of silicone.

I tested the b-hydrated Shampoo and Conditioner. Increases moisture, shine & manageability. Natural extracts of cactus + kelp + white tea. Why b•lēve? b-hydrated shampoo and conditioner has a rich and fortified formulation that contains natural extracts of cactus, kelp and white tea. Cationic chemistry, the leading technology in performance hair care, specifically targets damaged areas along the hair shaft and at the ends. This advanced precision formula does not require the use of high levels of silicone. Contains cactus extract – for moisturizing damage repair. Contains kelp extract – for shine and manageability. Contains white tea extract – for gloss, strength & long lasting shine. Paraben-free. Antioxidant & vitamin rich. No animal testing. Made in Canada.

What I think: I love the scent of these products. Mostly, though, I love how soft and shiny they leave my hair after use.

Available at www.b-leve.com and fine grocers nationwide.

eos’ new Basket of Fruit Smooth Sphere Lip Balm Pack ($10.99 USD) — The Lip balm that is good enough to eat is now in this basket of four! The eos new fruit inspired lip balm collection features: Limited Edition Fresh Watermelon and our ever popular Strawberry Sorbet, Summer Fruit and Pomegranate Raspberry Smooth Sphere Lip Balms. This colorful collection is the perfection addition to your fall essentials. The soft-touch, ergonomic, recyclable packaging is easy to find in even the largest of bags!

What I think: I have loved eos lip balms since they came out! This pack is affordable and the flavors are yummy! I split the pack with my daughters. Every one had a favorite. Mine is Pomegranate Raspberry!

Available at Target, Drugstore.com, and evolutionofsmooth.com.

Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Beauty.com and the Camille Bag from Sea NY Gift With Purchase

Camille Bag from Sea NY – Exclusive GWP for Beauty.com

This product-filled bag is the next in a long line of exclusive designer offers from the prestige online beauty retailer. The Camille Bag is free for shoppers who spend over $100 and can be found at www.Beauty.com/SeaNY.

Filled with 15 prestige beauty goodies in both deluxe sample and full sizes, the bag and its contents have an approximate combined retail value of $140. “We’re super happy to have the opportunity to work with Beauty.com on The Camille Bag,” say Monica Paolini and Sean Monahan, creators of Sea NY. “We wanted to develop a bag that was fun and versatile–and in a pinch could be used a clutch.”

“I’m a huge fan of leopard print!” says Beauty.com Director-at-Large of Beauty.com Romy Soleimani. “This chic bag from Sea NY is perfect for toting your essentials throughout the day and then carrying solo as a clutch in the evening.”

Products included are:

1. KORRES Pomegranate Mattifying Treatment

2. Nick Chavez® Yucca Root Conditioning Cream

3. Dr. Brandt® BB Matte with Signature SHINERASE™, Light to Medium

4. NUXE® Gentle Exfoliating Gel

5. Urban Decay® Big Fatty Mascara

6. LACOSTE® Essential VOC

7. Stila® Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner, Moray

8. H2O+™ Spa Sea Salt Hydrating Body Butter

9. Boots Tinted Moisturizer (two shades)

10. Murad® Time Release Retinol Concentrate for Deep Wrinkles

11. bareMinerals® Active Cell Renewal Night Serum

12. IT Cosmetics® Bye, Bye Under Eye – Neutral Medium

13. Fekkai ®Brilliant Glossing™ Olive Oil Conditioner

14. DDF® assortment

15. An offer for you from the Beauty.com site

About Beauty.com® – The World of Beauty Online® Beauty.com, Inc. is a leading online destination for prestige beauty products. The web store provides a highly personalized shopping experience and offers more than 350 brands from widely recognized to niche, hard-to-find products. You can follow @beautydotcom for discounts and brand updates.

About Sea NY — Sea NY is a contemporary brand that is found in select stores. It is approachable, optimistic, modern, feminine, and modestly provocative. Sea is designed by lifelong friends, Monica Paolini and Sean Monahan, from 324 Canal Street in New York.

Enjoy!

IT Cosmetics Your Most Beautiful You 6-pc Collection — QVC Today’s Special Value

An award-winning anti-aging 6-piece collection, one day only!

This Today’s Special Value is happening one day only, Saturday July 13^,,2013 only on QVC and includes six must-have pieces including the cult favorite Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer in a Supersize, plus a brand new launch!

First, Bye Bye Under Eye® in a supersize!!!! This cult-favorite full coverage collagen treatment concealer (which can also be worn as your allover foundation), is highly pigmented and never creases or cracks. It’s developed with plastic surgeons and infused with hydrolyzed collagen plus Vitamin K! Plus, we’ve included the perfect airbrush complexion blurring tool, our Heavenly Luxe™ Dual Airbrush Foundation/Concealer Brush that will take your application to a whole new level of luxe, cruelty-free, airbrush complexion perfection!

Next, it’s truly your skin but better! Hello Light™ Anti-Aging Crème Luminizer completely erases shadows and darkness and gives light to your skin and lift to your face! This anti-aging powerhouse infuses peptides, hyaluronic acid, hydrolyzed collagen, silk and Vitamins A, C, & E to harmoniously and effectively hydrate, condition, and nourish your skin while providing a dazzling kiss of glowing light. Precisely blend and beautify the areas of your face you wish to appear lifted with our silky smooth Heavenly Luxe™ Pointed Precision Complexion Brush.

Next, the award-winning cult following #1 selling product goes skinny!!! This TSV includes YBBB™ Your Brows But Better™ Brow Power Skinny Pencil. This pencil adheres to skin and looks like real hair. Plus the universal color adjusts to match all hair colors, based on pressure.

Finally, the worldwide launch of the Vitality Lip Blush™ Hydrating Gloss Stain. Infused with nine ultra-rich butters and oils to drench your lips in hydration, plus collagen, peptides and hydrating hyaluronic acid, this multi-tasking miracle worker delivers high shine and concentrated pigment for color that looks like a gloss yet feels like a lightweight serum. The cutting-edge technology drenches your lips in ingredients that together create a stain that never dries your lips out. It’s your perfect flush of naturally pretty color to your lips that lasts all day!

Your IT Cosmetics Most Beautiful You 6-pc Collection is a Today’s Special Value (TSV) on QVC: it’s available ONE DAY ONLY exclusively on QVC and QVC.com on July 13th, 2013!

About IT Cosmetics: IT, which stands for Innovative Technology, is all about High Performance, Skin Loving, Problem Solutions! Founder Jamie Kern, who suffers from Rosacea, Sparse Brows, Hyperpigmentation and problematic-skin works hand-in-hand with a team of plastic surgeons to create innovative, high performance products laser focused on solving women’s beauty problems.

Great Deal Alert! butter LONDON + Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

In celebration of Nordstrom’s Anniversary sale, butter LONDON introduces the limited edition, Backstage Basics ($39, $78 value).

Known from New York to London as the lacquer of choice at Fashion week, butter LONDON has compiled these nail essentials, delivering everything that’s needed for catwalk-ready style:

· Nail Foundation Flawless Base Coat
· Hardwear P.D. Quick Top Coat
· Powder Room Nail Lacquer Remover
· Nail Lacquer in Thames (blue-green with a hint of gold)
· Nail Lacquer of your choosing

This is a great set for those who have never tried butter LONDON polishes or products. Two polishes would normally be $30 ($15 each) so it’s like you get the remaining 3 products for $9! These polishes are very high quality and are 3-Free (products are free of formaldehyde, toluene, and DBP). Awesome!

Available at: Nordstrom and Norstrom.com.

bathandbody

During the summer, I love using lighter scents for bath, fragrances and hand wash. Heavier scents don’t feel right for hot summer days.

The products below are perfect for this time of year:

Lulah is a new bath and body collection created by the parent company, Thymes. Inspired by today’s stylish woman, Lulah features a fresh, flirty, fun assortment of strikingly luxe aromatics and skin-enhancing ingredients. Thoughtfully crafted and wonderfully irresistible, Lulah provides sophisticated fragrances at everyday prices.

The Lulah Collection includes lushly enticing body wash, body lotion, body mist and hand cream. Available in Peony, Magnolia Fig, Vanilla Orchid, Citron and Tamarind Ginger, this collection ranges from $9-$13.

What I think: I like this new line by Thymes. I have tried the Citron, which is very refreshing. The lotion is very moisturizing and smells amazing!

Available at http://www.lulah.com

St. Ives Nourishing Vanilla Body Wash (Approximately $2.99 USD). Indulge your skin and your spirits with the warm, calming scent of vanilla. This moisture-rich body wash, with Vitamin E and Swiss botanicals, nourishes your skin as you cleanse to keep it soft and smooth. DIRECTIONS: Pour onto moistened pouf, sponge, washcloth or hands. Work into lather and rinse. Avoid contact with eyes.

What I think: This affordable body wash is creamy and smells great! This is a really good buy for the money!

Available at drugstores and mass market retailers near you.

L’Occotane’s collection of Eaux de Provence fragrances is inspired by the beautiful fountains that can be found across the villages of southern France, bringing life and refreshment to all.

Eau Ravissante offers a dazzling bouquet of floral aromas with fruity citrus notes. Formulated with the essential oils of Mediterranean bergamot and Damascena rose, this mischievous eau de cologne combines the sensual softness of rose petals with the sparkling freshness of citrus scents. Our generously sized bottle, modeled after the architecture of Provençal fountains, will provide a long-lasting aromatic escape!

What I think: This is a fresh fragrances. Yu can really get the citrus notes along with the rose petals. It is unusual and light.

Available at www.usa.loccitane.com.

Crabtree and Evelyn Citron, Honey & Coriander Conditioning Hand Wash ($18 USD) —

Who would have thought that hand washing could be such an enjoyable experience? Our rich-lathering, pH-balanced Citron, Honey & Coriander Conditioning Hand Wash is infused with skin-softening botanical extracts for gentle everyday cleansing. And between washes, it still stands out by adding a splash of eye-catching colour to your living space.

Lemon, honey and coriander extracts help condition the skin
Soap-free formula is less drying than traditional cleansers
100% naturally derived surfactant

What I think: I have set this hand wash in my kitchen. The scent perfect for the kitchen (or any room) and it leaves hands really soft.

Available at Crabtree & Evelyn stores and www.crabtree-evelyn.com.

Enjoy!

Fresh Summer Makeup

To me, summer makeup is best when it’s soft and easy. I love the products below for that reason. Just a few great products and you’ll have a cool summer look:

tarte maracuja rainforest glow instant matte waterproof body perfector ($36 USD) – A bronzing, matte, waterproof body perfector infused with maracuja.

Product Performance: Say goodbye to dull, uneven body skin instantly with nourishing maracuja rainforest glow matte waterproof body perfector! This revolutionary formula moisturizes the skin as it imparts a healthy, natural-looking tan immediately, with a no-fuss, no wait instant bronze-on-demand that helps mask uneven skin tone, imperfections and varicose veins. Infused with maracuja, rich in vitamin C and essential fatty acids, this streak-free, quick-drying bronzing lotion brightens and restores skin’s natural luster, so even after you wash it off with soap and water, skin still feels soft and looks radiant.

Powered By: maracuja oil: rich in essential fatty acids (EFAs) known to replenish, rebuild, and enliven skin for a firmer, brighter, smoother appearance. Vitamin C: gives the appearance of brighter skin. Anti-aging elixir: promotes active skin recovery and rejuvenation.

What I think: This product is perfect for the summer. I use it when I’m wearing shorts and capris and haven’t kept up with my faux tan. I love that the ingredients are good for my skin and especially that it doesn’t rub off on my clothes.

tarte park ave princess bronze and glow™

tarte park ave princess bronze & glow™ matte bronzer & cheek tint ($32 USD) —

An innovative 2-in-1 matte bronzer and cheek tint in park ave princess. Transform into a glowing, bronze goddess with tarte’s new bronze & glow™ matte bronzer & cheek tint.

Product Performance: This innovative 2-in-1 complexion enhancer in tarte’s signature park ave princess shade will give you the perfect balance of a sunkissed bronze and a natural flush. Apply the weightless, mousse bronzer over foundation or smooth onto bare skin for an all-over matte radiance. Using the convenient blush tip, invigorate your complexion by applying the tint directly to cheeks and blending with fingertips for a subtle peachy pink glow. By fusing two products into one, the recyclable component prevents the waste of potentially useful materials, making it the most eco-friendly and convenient bronzer and blush choice for the tartelette on the go.

Powered By: Amazonian clay & maracuja oil. Maracuja oil instantly absorbs into the skin, delivering a high dose of essential fatty acids and vitamin C to hydrate the skin while imparting a beautiful pop of sheer color. Amazonian clay acts as a total skin balancer, by hydrating all skin types, reducing the appearance of dry, flaky skin, improving clarity and texture, and removing surface oil to mattify skin for a soft focus and flawless finish.

What I think: I love the blush part of this duo. It is such a gorgeous color and it is so easy to use. Just rub a little on the apples of the cheeks, rub in and go! The bronzer is matte and creamy. It takes a little practice to get it looking perfect, but it is so pretty.

Both tarte products are available at www.tartecosmetics.com.

The Hard Candy Lash Ink 4-Day Lash Stain ($7 USD) cloaks your eyelashes keeping them thick and fluttery up to four days straight. By using this eyelash stain you need not reapply mascara for up to four days. No matter whether you bathe, swim, cry, or get wet in the rain, your lashes will stay flawless. This Hard Candy lash stain comes with a bristle brush that allows you to apply the lash ink to your lashes from the roots to the tips. You can have thick glossy lashes every day, with just a little work every four days using this 4-day lash stain.

What I think: I LOVE this mascara! First of all it gives a great separated fullness and length. And it doesn’t flake at all. My lashes look great for a few days!

Available exclusively at Walmart and walmart.com.

Laura Mercier Lip Glacé ($24 USD) — A high-shine, perfectly pigmented lip gloss with rich, long-lasting colour and brilliant shine that creates the appearance of fuller lips. Any skin tone is virtually enhanced by creating a subtle contrast in texture. Pout, Bare Baby, Pink Diamond, Bare Blush, Bare Beige, and Quarts are included in our Summer Nudes collection.

What I think: Laura Mercier’s glosses are moisturizing and not sticky. I have this one in Pout, a very soft pink.

Laura Mercier Nail Lacquer in Bare Angel

Laura Mercier Nail Lacquer ($18 USD) — Limited Edition. The ultra-smooth formula provides chip-resistant, fast-drying and long-lasting color. Nail Lacquer does not contain formaldehyde, toluene, or dibutyl phthalate (DBP). Bare Angel, Bare Rose, Bare Haze, Bare Mocha, Bare Espresso and Cocoa Suede are included in the Summer Nudes collection. Fordbidden and Bewitched are included in the Dark Spell Collection.

What I think — I love the soft color and the smooth formula. Just a couple of coats gives an opaque look.

Both Laura Mercier products are available at www.lauramercier.com.

Perfect The Look of Your Skin With New Skincare and Foundation

Flawless skin can be achieved with great skincare to treat it and healthy makeup that also treats as it conceals blemishes.

The following are new products that I have been testing (sent to me for my honest opinion).

Looking for that effortless everyday protection? Zensation NEW Super Nourishing Cream SPF 50 ($85.00) shields, hydrates, and nourishes your complexion with intensely moisturizing botanicals and marine extracts. Scentless Camomile Extract infuses skin with moisture, and Sea Fennel Concentrate from coastal plants provides a natural skin guard. Dry skin is quenched and refreshed instantly and protected for hours. Multifunctional Salicylic Acid Ester gently exfoliates to give your skin a refined, smooth texture.

What I think: This is a luxurious cream! I have noticed that it is very hydrating, but not greasy. It is really light. I think this is a good cream for all year long.

Available at http://zensationbeaute.com/.

Algenist’s NEW Retinol Firming & Lifting Serum

The new Algenist Retinol Firming & Lifting Serum ($98 USD) is scientifically formulated to restore skin’s firmness while minimizing fine lines and wrinkles, leaving skin summer-ready and radiant. Alguronic Acid – Algenist’s patented ingredient extracted from Microalgae – is joined together for the first time with a superior retinol to deliver accelerated results by gently exfoliating and stimulating the skin surface to smooth texture and imperfections while reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

The results?

· Measured and visible reduction in the appearance of wrinkle length and depth

· Visible improvement in the appearance of skin firmness, tightness, tone and suppleness

· Dramatic improvements in skin smoothness and softness creating a porcelain-like complexion

· The radiance and glow of healthy looking skin

Results are noticeable in just 10 days with long term results visible in a mere 28 days.

What I think: I really like this serum. I haven’t used a lot of retinol because my skin is sensitive. I use this once a day or every other day depending on how my skin reacts to it. But, I really like the results. My skin is smoother and my fine lines are less noticeable. I am a big fan of the Algenist brand and they are always introducing innovative products like this one!

Available at: Sephora, Sephora.com and Algenist.com

Pür Minerals introduces their new CC Cream with SPF 40 ($38.00 USD). Pür’s CC protects, corrects and perfects skin’s appearance with clinically advanced, plant based ingredients. This silicone-free formula works to erase brown spots, blemishes, redness and fine lines while balancing uneven skin tone.

Pür’s CC Cream is formulated with two unique ingredients:

DERMAPUR® HP – a special complex extracted from meadowsweet that’s rich in clarifying phenolic acids.

CLARISKIN II® – a unique agent made from wheat germ that targets the look of discoloration with key antioxidants.

Available in four shades: Light, Medium, Tan, and Dark

What I think: I am always curious about BB and CC creams. I love skincare and makeup combined. But I find that the colors are off a lot of the time and they are very thick.

I like this one. I received it in light. It is too light for me now, but will be perfect for the winter time. It is not too thick. It applies nicely and covers really well. And, it is not orange-hued, which a lot of the creams are.

Pür Minerals is available at ULTA Stores nationwide, professional spas and physician offices and online via www.purminerals.com.

Laura Mercier Undercover Pot ($34 USD) – This travel-friendly pot combines steps three and four of the Flawless Face into one convenient package for touch-ups. The compact product, available in four shades, features Secret Camouflage in the left pan, Secret Concealer in the right pan and Translucent Loose Setting Powder in the bottom compartment. It’s the perfect size to pack in a travel makeup case or keep in your bag for touchups.

What I think: I really like this concealer pot. With two shades of cream and the powder, you can really customize the level of concealing that you need to do. I keep it in my purse for touch ups.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Crème Compact SPF 20 ($45.00 USD) – This innovative update to the classic Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer features a lightweight crème formula that gives skin a dewy, natural-looking flawless finish, ideal for all skin types. With SPF 20 and a hint of color, this portable compact is perfect for travel and touch ups at home, or on the go.

What I think: This is the foundation that I am using now (in the shade Bisque). It is perfect over primer and concealer. Also, you can decide how much to used for what kind of coverage you need.

Available at www.lauramercier.com and fine department stores.

Enjoy!