Books are such fantastic gifts. I love to give them as much as I love to receive them.
Below are fun books that will make great gifts. There is one YA fiction and two awesome food-related books:
Weregirl
Weregirl By C. D. Bell ($17.99, on sale for $14.99) — This cool YA novel is the perfect gift for preteens up to adults! I’m giving it to my (will be) 13 year old for Christmas. She loves supernatural books! The synopsis is:
High school junior Nessa Kurland is a cross-country runner with her eyes set on one thing: a college scholarship as her one-way ticket out of dying Tether, Michigan. Talented teammate Cynthia Sinise invites Nessa on a nighttime run through Tether’s overgrown forest trails. But she speeds ahead, leaving Nessa alone to discover a trapped wolf. Nessa tries to free the animal but is badly bitten, seemingly ruining her hopes for a strong fall season with the cross-country team.
Instead, Nessa’s freakishly quick recovery is followed by improved running times. All her senses are heightened. Nessa has transformed. She has become a werewolf.
In her new state, Nessa learns there are things about Tether that powerful people want to keep hidden. Why does a Nobel Laureate work at the small-town medical clinic? Are top college athletic scouts really interested in her emerging talent? Can she trust Chayton, the motorcycle-riding guide her friends have faith in? WEREGIRL’s Nessa must navigate her junior year and true human darkness, while making peace with her new, wild nature.
C. D. Bell’s WEREGIRL is a fast-paced teen thriller set in Tether, Michigan, a town on the brink of shutdown since it was stripped of its resources by corporate polluter Dutch Chemical.
Our Table by Renee Muller ($34.99 USD Artscroll) — A tavola in Italian means “at the table.” The table is where we gather to talk, to socialize, to catch up, and most importantly…eat! At our table is where it all comes together because it’s not just about the food, its about stopping whatever we are doing and carving out some much-needed time to nourish our souls and bodies in the company of loved ones. Food stylist and recipe columnist, Renee Muller, invites home cooks to come to the table and partake in some her family’s favorite kosher recipes in her beautiful new cookbook, Our Table. Renee’s recipes are refreshingly simple, distinctively delicious and crafted from common ingredients and vividly presented with beautiful full color photos.
Throughout the pages of Our Table, Renee walks readers through each recipe with subtle suggestions, insights and techniques that turn good food into great food. Recipes are arranged in chapters such as: Appetizers, Soups & Salads, Fish & Dairy, Meat, Chicken & More, Snacks & Sides, and Desserts and Breads, providing everything needed to create an easy weeknight meal or a special holiday dinner. Some of the recipes in Our Table include:
Buttery Chocolate Scones
Mushroom Barley Soup Done Right
Crunchy Asian Salad
Silan, Lemon, and Mustard Salmon
There is also a special selection of recipes with links to online video tutorials, just as if Renee was right in the kitchen cooking with you! “Many times while writing down recipe instructions, I wished I could just invite my readers to join me in my kitchen and cook with me. That thought led me to create a variety of videos of some of the recipes so you can view them as you want and see some of the techniques I use when cooking my recipes.”
L.A.’s Legendary Restaurants
L.A.’s Legendary Restaurants by George Geary ($45 USD Santa Monica Press) — From Trader Vic’s to Perino’s, there are stories to tell and food to talk about. Best-selling cookbook author and chef, George Geary, takes readers on a journey to where the rich and famous ate in the golden age of Hollywood in his new book, L.A.’S LEGENDARY RESTAURANTS, an illustrated history Los Angeles’ landmark eateries. The book features over 100 celebrity favorite recipes, from classic eateries such as the Musso & Frank Grill and The Brown Derby in the 1920s, to the see-and-be-seen crowds at Chasen’s, Romanoff’s, and Ciro’s in the mid-twentieth century, to the dawn of California, chef-inspired restaurants Ma Maison and Spago. L.A.’S LEGENDARY RESTAURANTS is a celebration of where Hollywood royalty ate, drank, and played.
Geary gives us an insider’s tour of Hollywood through its restaurants, sprinkling in fun facts and trivia such as Bob Hope’s favorite place to enjoy a hot fudge sundae after hosting the Academy Awards, or where a table was sawed off to accommodate a pregnant Lana Turner, to the soda fountain where composer Harold Arlen wrote “Over the Rainbow” for The Wizard of Oz. And what book on L.A.’s restaurants would be complete without tales of ice cream sundaes at C.C. Brown’s, cafeteria-style meals at Clifton’s Cafeteria, late-night breakfasts at Ben Frank’s, or mai tais at Don the Beachcomber?
Some of the restaurants Geary has featured include: Van de Kamp’s Holland Dutch Bakery, Formosa Café, Tick Tock Tea Room, Miceli’s, Coconut Grove at the Ambassador Hotel, Cyrano, Chez Jay, Hamptons, L’Orangerie, Tam O’Shanter Inn, Bullock’s Wilshire Tea Room, Zebra Room at the Town House of Lafayette Park, Don the Beachcomber, Cock ‘n Bull, Hollywood Palladium, Scandia, La Scala, Trader Vic’s at the Beverly Hilton, Dan Tana’s, Le Dome, and many more. L.A.’S LEGENDARY RESTAURANTS provides an interesting history of each restaurant profiled, from their original address and phone number to who designed it and a few of their famous recipes. Here are just a few of the over 100 iconic recipes included in the book:
Crab Crepes Bengal – Trader Vic’s
Crabmeat Cocktail – Ciro’s
Cobb Salad – The Brown Derby
Maude Salad – Chasen’s
Braised Short Ribs – Musso & Frank Grill
Coq Au Vin – Taix French Restaurant
There are also some classic cocktail recipes such as:
The Zombie – Don the Beachcomber
Irish Coffee – Chez Jay
Moscow Mule – Cock ‘n Bull
Most of the locations chronicled in L.A.’S LEGENDARY RESTAURANTS no longer exist, but George Geary has brought their memories and tastes back to life with updated recipes that remind us why customers kept coming back to their favorite haunts time and again.
These beauty gifts are gorgeous and so fun to give. They include a set with my favorite perfume, a kit to make your face glow, luxe holiday makeup, and a dramatic nail polish kit:
Amazing Grace Eau de Parfum Gift Set
Philosophy Amazing Grace Eau de Parfum Gift Set ($64 USD) — Give her the gift of an uplifting experience that lasts and lasts. This holiday-exclusive collection begins with Philosophy’s award-winning Firming Body Emulsion 8.0 oz. infused with the iconic fragrance, and finishes with fine Eau de Parfum concentration in both spray 2.0 oz. and rollerball 0.33 oz, for a truly special and lasting scent experience.
Purchase this and other great Philosophy sets at http://www.philosophy.com, Ulta, Sephora, Nordstrom, Macy’s and QVC.
Hard Candy Glimmer & Glow Total Face Collection with Cosmetic Bag Gift
Hard Candy Glimmer & Glow Total Face Collection with Cosmetic Bag Gift ($9.88 USD) — Create a flawless look that will outlast any party! The Hard Candy Glimmer & Glow Total Face Collection with Cosmetic Bag Gift Set lets you create a subtle glow or glimmering highlights. Get ready to glow on! The set includes perfecting primer, heavy duty concealer, baked blush, baked bronzer, brush and cosmetic bag.
Includes: 1.06 oz Perfecting Primer, 0.17 fl oz Heavy Duty Concealer, 0.12 oz Baked Blush, 0.012 oz Baked Bronzer, Brush & Cosmetic Bag
Arbonne Glossed Over Lip Gloss in ‘Cardinal’ ($24 USD): A red lip can make all the difference. With this plant extract and peptide infused shine, your lips will not only feel quenched and moisturized but will also appear more voluminous. The formula contains a sheer-to-medium coverage which is gorgeous worn alone, or as a top coat to deepen another red lipstick. The perfect red holiday lip! Launches November 1st, 2016
Arbonne It’s All in the Eyes Eye Shadow Duo ($40 USD): Gorgeous high-performance shadows to create a party-ready smokey eye. Formulated with antioxidant-containing botanicals, these high-pigment, long-lasting shadows do more than just look pretty. Each shadow easily pops in and out of the magnetic quad or duo so you can refill favorites or change them with your mood. Refillable, interchangeable, beautiful!
Arbonne SeaSource Detoxifying Rescue Wash ($45 USD): A perfect way to cleanse and detox after all of the holiday binging! This body wash includes sea algae extracts that will help improve your skin radiance while removing surface impurities and toxins. Its hydrating formula provides a moisture shield for soft, smoothed feeling skin.
Jin Soon Pearl Collection ($42 USD) — Inspired by classic Mikimoto pearls, Jin Soon Choi designed the collection to encompass the pearl’s signature iridescent luminosity and to compliment any and all holiday looks. The collection includes:
Baroque (gold pearl): reminiscent of golden Sea South Pearls, this most precious, ravishing gold is the definition of warmth and opulence
Nocturne (black pearl): inspired by exotic Tahitian black pearls, this shade with rich luster is the epitome of glamour
Akoya (white pearl): based on iconic cultured Akoya white pearls, a hint of opal shimmer reveals its elegant beauty
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!
Tomorrow is Halloween, which is so exciting! I can’t believe that it’s almost November!
This week, I’m loving cute headbands, a towel just for my hair, a fun bubble cleanser, an amazing-smelling body wash, and a wet skin moisturizer.
Scunci Fleece-Lined Space-Dye Headwrap
Scunci Choker Headwraps
Scunci Fleece-Lined Space-Dye Headwrap ($4.99 USD) — This soft headwrap with a trendy space-dyed pattern will keep you cozy, covered, and looking cool all winter long. Available now at Walmart.
Scunci Rhinestone, Ribbon, and Metal Flower Choker Headwraps ($12.99 USD)
An assortment of elegant chokers – which can also be worn as fashionable headwraps – decorated with rhinestone, ribbon, and/or chic metal flowers. They’re easily adjustable and perfect for parties. Available now at ULTA.
What I think: These are so cute, and a great way to change up hair for fall and holidays. They are also really fun gifts and stocking stuffers.
AQUIS Lisse Luxe Hair Towel
AQUIS Lisse Luxe Hair Towel ($30.00 USD) — Lisse Luxe may sound like the name of an ‘exotic’ artiste. But she’s the perfect towel for normal hair. Lisse Luxe also excels at curly hair, fine hair, damaged hair and any hair that needs gentle treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and tucks easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.
What I think: This towel is light weight, but really absorbent. I wrap my hair up after a shower and it’s much drier in a few minutes.
Spa @ Home Foaming 02 Bubble Cleanser ($19.99 USD) — Exfoliate bumps and dead skin cells for skin that’s bright and smooth to the touch! The Spa @ Home Foaming 02 Bubble Cleanser contains micro bubbles that draw out dirt, makeup, and other impurities, while the potent extracts of orange, lemon, and tea tree give this cleanser its superior exfoliating and brightening abilities.
What I think: This is a fun cleanser to use. It bubbles up and once it’s rinsed off, my face is soft and smooth.
Lavanila Laboratories Healthy Sport Luxe Body Wash
Lavanila Laboratories Healthy Sport Luxe Body Wash ($16 USD) — This is a sulfate-free body wash that was created for an active life in motion. Coconut oil infused with proprietary Smartsport Technology gently tackles post work-out sweat, dirt and oil while hydrating rosehip and aloe deliver a silky, smooth shave. Bursting with breezy freshness, skin is left clean, soft and invigorated.
What I think: This body wash smells fantastic! It works really well when shaving and it leave my skin soft and clean.
Curél Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer ($10.99 USD) — Keep skin hydrated and moisturize daily before you step out of the shower! This is a revolution in wet skin technology that doesn’t simply calm, smooth and soften, but also heals dry skin and restores your body’s ability to retain its own much-needed moisture. The water-activated properties penetrate deep into skin’s surface all happens in the shower – no rinsing required — so you can just dry off, dress and go!
What I think: This is so easy to use. Just apply to wet skin before leaving the shower and dry off. Skin is smooth, but not greasy.
I love trying new makeup. Period. But there is something about new makeup in the fall that I really love! I think it’s because the air is turning colder (hopefully soon in KC, it’s 80 today), we change our whole wardrobe, from clothes to shoes and outerwear. So, updating my makeup helps create a whole look for a new season.
Below are some of my new faves:
Mally Beauty H3 Concealer
Mally Beauty H3 Lipstick
Mally Beauty H3 Lipgloss
Mally Beauty H3 Concealer ($29 USD) — Cover dark circles with Mally Beauty’s newest concealer, brightening the under eye area instantly and giving a boost of hydration. This formula is packed with pigments that are designed to neutralize discoloration, containing active anti-aging ingredients that will leave your skin feeling refreshed without fading or smudging. Available in shades: Fair, Light, Medium, Tan and Rich.
Mally Beauty H3 Lipstick ($21 USD) This lipstick provides triple hydration with just the right amount of coverage and subtle shine. It is rich in antioxidants to help keep your lips smooth during the cold weather. The formula is gel based rather than wax, so it leaves lips nourished and rich in pigment all day long. Available in shades: Grapevine, Rosy, Poppie, Nudish, Buff, Coraline, Angelic, Sheerly, Crush, Hibiscus, Flame and Flush.
Mally Beauty H3 Lipgloss ($20 USD) — Designed to give your lips a smooth finish while nourishing them with a triple punch of moisture, the formula is glossy, yet light, giving you the perfect shine every time. Available in shades: Shimmering Nude, Sweet Peach, Pinky Daisy, Shimmering Nude, Tea Rose and Orchid Berry.
What I think: These new Mally products are hydrating and gorgeous! The concealer is creamy and blends so well. Plus, I like how it lasts all day.
The lipstick is smooth when it goes on. I can tell it’s a gel, it’s consistancy is not very creamy. But it feels nice on and lasts. The lip gloss is my favorite. It’s not sticky at all and it is so long lasting!
Make a statement with a bold, fall colored lip using the KORRES Morello Lip Duos ($32.50). These creamy Morello lipsticks provide a perfect and pure color release in one stroke, and conditions lips while lending them a bright, rich, luminous finish. The Cotton Seed Oil Long-Lasting Lip Liner provides precise, luminous color enriched with nourishing cotton seed oil, jojoba oil and antioxidant vitamins. Soft, smooth texture helps you define the contours of the lips and create a base for lipstick, ensuring beautiful, long-wearing color without feathering . The duos come in Berry and Red.
What I think: I love these sets. My favorite is the Berry set. The liner matches my natural lip color, so it’s great to line and fill in. The lip color is so creamy and pretty on. Such a great fall color.
Miracle Skin Transformer Lip Rewind Divine Shine Lip Gloss ($20 USD) — LOVE YOUR LIPS – Infused with Shea Butter and enriched with Vitamin E, Lip Rewind Divine Shine Lip Gloss delivers the nourishing, deep conditioning of a balm, with luxurious, lip pampering protection. Finally the answer to getting the soft, supple, luscious lips you want in two got to have high shine shade. This comes in a lighter and softer nude shade.
What I think: This is so shiny and pretty on! It’s very conditioning and just a little bit sticky. It feels so nice on, it can be used at night for treatment, too.
Today, October 26th, Natural Grocers had their grand opening in Liberty, Missouri. I got to check it out last night at an invite-only event.
I have never been to a Natural Grocers store before and was excited to attend. I learned that the chain has been around since 1955! Their Five Founding Principles are: Nutrition Education, Highest Quality Products, Affordable Pricing, Commitment to their Community and Commitment to their Employees.
It’s not a huge store, but it carries entirely organic products and a lot of vitamins and supplements. About a 4th of the store was aisles of vitamins! And there is someone there who can help with those needs.
I (of course) was most impressed by the fairly large beauty section:
It was so nice! There was a lot of makeup, skincare, hair care and body care. They carry wonderful brands such as Mineral Fusion (above), Burt’s Bees, Acure Organics, EcoTools and much more!
I even bought a facial mask:
This is a Instant Brightening Mask by Andalou Naturals. It is their Pumpkin & Honey face mask. I haven’t tried it yet, but I’m going to this weekend.
We also purchased a few groceries:
We purchased free range eggs, root beer, bratwurst, delicious Thai Kitchen meals, chips, etc. Yum!
I definitely will visit this store when I am in Liberty (about 20 minutes away from my home). The vitamins were affordable, and I need to check out the beauty section when my husband is not with me (he he). The meats were a bit pricey, but they are organic.
The Liberty store is located at:
114 S. Stewart Rd.
Liberty, MO 64068
They are also in lots of different locations around the country, so check out their website at http://www.naturalgrocers.com.
StriVectin TL Advanced Light Tightening Neck Cream ($95 USD) — Formulated with the same powerful technology as the best-selling original, the lighter formula of the peptide-rich TL Advanced Light Tightening Neck Cream delivers gravity-defying tightening and lifting benefits while also diminishing the appearance of horizontal lines (or “tree rings”) around the neck that often develop as a side effect of Tech Neck – a term that defines these lines and an overall loosening and sagging of skin cause by repeatedly looking down at mobile devices. With scientifically-proven NIA-114™ technology at its core, the lightweight cream efficaciously fights tech neck, rebuilds skin architecture that is often weakened over time due to recurrent movement, and imparts generous moisturization to strengthen skin against further breakdown.
What I think: I’m so happy that they made this amazing neck cream in a lighter formula! It still works as well, but it isn’t greasy. So, it can be used easily in the day time as well as as a night time treatment! Neck creams are so important, but I know I’m not going to use one if it makes my neck oily. This one is perfect and it firms the neck nicely.
Available at StriVectin.com
SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Masque
SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Masque ($55 USD) — Fan of the cult-favorite Phyto Corrective Gel? This new masque packs twice the cooling, calming and hydrating power of the original formula, in a soothing new gel-masque formula. Optimal for sensitive or problematic skin, this light masque contains botanical extracts with anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties to soothe, hyaluronic acid to hydrate, and a new calming dipeptide to reduce the perception of heat sensitivity. Ideal for treating skin post-laser or post-sunburn, or for soothing reactivity after any other aggressors. Clinical studies showed an average 4oF reduction in skin surface temperature after just 15 minutes of use, immediately post-Fraxel.
What I think: I have sensitive skin and this is a wonderful masque to use when my skin is irritated. It cools down my skin and that helps the redness. My skin is hydrated after use and calm and smooth, too!
Available at LovelySkin.com, SkinCeuticals.com and dermatologists nationwide
Shaveworks Pearl Luxe Lotion
Shaveworks Pearl Luxe Lotion ($29 USD) — Indulge in a luxurious experience with Pearl Luxe, a rich, hydrating body lotion that will leave your skin touchably soft and supple. This unique, ultra-hydrating and fragrance-free formula contains essential oils that nourish skin, as well as Capislow™ to slow hair growth, resulting in less frequent shaves. Pearl Luxe also acts as a skin conditioner and soothes irritation caused by shaving or waxing with ingredients like bisbalol to reduce inflammation and allantoin to moisturize and minimize itching and flaking.
What I think: I LOVE this luxe lotion! It is unscented, which many people need because of fragrance allergies. I like a fragranced lotion usually, but this one is so nice! It is moisturizing, but sinks right into the skin leaving it very soft. Great for after shaving, or just after a nice shower. I also like to apply it to my feet at night.
Garnier Whole Blends Repairing Mask Honey Treasures ($6.99 USD) — This rich reconstructing system, blooms with a delicious fragrance of royal jelly, honey and propolis, bringing to life their wholesome care that helps mend damage and brittleness, and strengthen strands for renewed, healthier hair. After shampooing with their Repairing shampoo, apply a generous amount of treatment to hair. Gently work through hair, making sure to cover ends. Wait 3 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
What I think: This smells amazing! I use it as my moisturizer a few days a week, because it is so quick to use and leaves my hair so soft! I love that it has natural ingredients in it, too.
Available at mass retailers nationwide or garnierusa.com
I am loving that it’s autumn! Even though it’s still pretty warm in Kansas City, there is a nip in the air at night and the leaves are falling.
According to TheKnot.com, Fall is the most popular season to wed. So whether it’s your big day or your best friend’s, you want to have your brightest, most youthful wedding-worthy skin. After all, the photos will last a lifetime!
Below is a regimen to get skin ready for a big event. This will also work for a holiday event like a Christmas party, New Years, even Valentine’s Day. Any occasion that you want to look your best for will benefit from these products:
Dermarche Labs BioREWIND AM
Dermarche Labs BioREWIND PM
2 Months ahead: BioREWIND AM & PM: BioREWIND ($125 USD each) — AM offers the first full-spectrum antioxidant blend, while BioREWIND PM provides a proprietary retinoid linked with lactic acid to form a unique molecule that provides maximum effectiveness with minimal irritation. The two serums work hand in hand to achieve a more youthful complexion by eliminating fine lines and wrinkles, dullness, uneven skin tone and loss of firmness.
What I think: I have been using these for a few weeks and I like how my skin is firmer and my skin tone seems brighter. I always use a serum under my moisturizer, so this is an easy step to remember. And the benefits they give are amazing!
1 Month ahead- NeoCutis MICRO-FIRM Neck & Décolleté ($135 USD) For plunging necklines, use this targeted cream containing a concentrated blend of ingredients precisely formulated to combat visible signs of aging on the delicate skin of the neck & décolleté. This intensive complex is supercharged with MPC™ and packed with antioxidants and moisturizers as well as exfoliating properties to encourage cell turnover for a softer and more luminous appearance.
What I think: As we get older are necks start to sag and of course, now we have to deal with tech neck. Although I sometimes forget to use a neck cream, it’s so important! Now that I have this product, I use it twice a day. It sinks right into the skin (does not leave it greasy at all), and it firms a bit right a way. over time skin is smoother and firmer.
Physician Dispensed, learn more at Neocutis.com
MD Complete Anti-Aging 3-Day Booster Pack
3 Days before – MD Complete Anti-Aging 3-Day Booster Pack ($19.99 USD) A 3-step regimen designed to replicate the benefits of in-office peels. All three steps work together, and they’re all you need to use for three days to brighten and even skin tone, reduce the appearance of fine lines/wrinkles, smooth rough texture, and brighten complexion, as well as boost long-term skincare results. The pack can be easily incorporated into any skincare regimen and delivers immediate results.
What I think: This is s cool system. You get three days worth of a three step peel: a cleanser, a peel and a moisturizer. After three days, my skin was smooth and my lines looks so much better.
1 Day before – Manuka Doctor ApiBronze Anti-Cellulite Bronzing Gel ($24.95 USD) Enriched with moisturizing ingredients to leave a silky smooth finish, this non-sticky formula smoothes on evenly and blends flawlessly leaving skin refreshed & hydrated. This unique uplifting Bronzing Gel helps reduce the appearance of cellulite & improves skin’s firmness for younger looking body contours & contains Purified Bee Venom & Manuka honey to help visibly promote skin’s elasticity. Develops a natural bronze just an hour after application but use the day before and day of to build up a healthy, even glow.
What I think: This gradual tanning gel is perfect for the big day. I’ve noticed that it does smooth skin, it’s great for legs! It’s great if you are wearing a dress but do not want to wear tights!
Morning Of – Dermarché Labs Roloxin Lift: (5 Count – $45.00; 10 Count $79) On the big day, give yourself an instant face lift with this wrinkle-smoothing mask, effective minutes after application and lasting up to 24 hours. By improving facial texture and reducing the appearance of both wrinkles and pores, it will leave you with refreshed, truly radiant skin and a flawless base for makeup application.
What I think: This is an easy way to get rid of wrinkles and large pores instantly (and temporarily). Just squeeze the packet for 20 seconds, apply over damp skin, and rinse off once it turns into a white powder. Face is smooth and so much younger looking! Perfect for a special occasion.
During October, I love that we can purchase amazing beauty items while giving to an amazing cause — breast cancer awareness.
Below are a couple of amazing products that make you look and feel gorgeous and give back:
Michael Todd Beauty PINK bundle SoniCLEAR Elite and SonicBLEND
Michael Todd Beauty PINK bundle SoniCLEAR Elite and SonicBLEND ($248 USD) –10% of gross sales from this product will be donated to NBCF, an organization providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education and support services.
*GET THIS BUNDLE FOR JUST $149 – USE CODE: PINK
Soniclear Elite Includes:
• 1 Soniclear Elite™ Device
• 1 Charging Cradle
• 1 Charging Cord
• 1 Antimicrobial Facial Brush Head
• 1 Antimicrobial Body Brush Head
Dermatologist recommended, Soniclear sonic cleansing brushes start noticeably improving the look and feel of the complexion after just the first use! Quickly and easily helps to remove makeup, dirt and oil and is 10X better than cleansing with hands alone. World’s first antimicrobial protected sonic skin cleansing brush that guards against 99.9% of bacteria that can form on brushes between use so the brushes stay cleanser and fresher longer.
SonicBLEND Includes:
• Cordless, rechargeable sonic brush handle
• Antimicrobial makeup brush head
• USB Charging Cable
• User guide
• 1 year warranty
SonicBLEND is the first of its kind makeup brush that applies makeup at sonic speeds up to 200 times per second and has built in protection against microbial contamination so the brush stays cleaner, fresher longer.
Intended for comfort and control the ergonomically designed SonicBLEND uses gentle sonic movements to easily sweep on foundation without leaving lines or streaks.
Creates better coverage too so you use less makeup. And, SonicBLEND can help improve the overall healthy look of your complexion by minimizing the possibility of clogging pores as well as irritation from rubbing and stretching the skin which can occur with traditional makeup application.
GLOW For A Cause BODY BUTTER ($16 for 2.5 oz) — Luxuriously rich body butter with nature’s best moisturizing oils of coconut, jojoba, sunflower and vitamin E, hydrates and protects the skin while leaving behind a sexy and lasting scent. Paraben Free. Phthalate Free. Cruelty Free. Gluten Free. Made in the USA.
I have this in inspire —A decidedly young and uplifting scent with a vibrant blend of florals and a dash of sunny citrus.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, GLOWfor a cause is offering 25% off their site for the month of October!
IT Cosmetics is one of my favorite beauty brands. I love trying all of their products — or at least as many as I can!
IT products are developed with leading plastic surgeons. The cosmetics and skincare are made with cutting-edge, anti-aging technologies and high performance, skin-loving ingredients. They provide beauty solutions designed to help us ladies look and feel our most beautiful!
I was lucky enough to be sent these products below to try and review:
Naturally Pretty Essentials Your Superhero Eyes Must-Have Eye Set
Naturally Pretty Essentials Your Superhero Eyes Must-Have Eye Set ($28 USD) –Discover your most naturally pretty eyes with an essential eyeshadow palette that’s perfectly sized to go wherever you do, plus a game-changing mascara that goes beyond the ordinary to transform your lashes! Ideal to gift or get, Naturally Pretty Essentials™ features 6 full-size, anti-aging shadows that, with a tap of the bonus Transforming Hello Light™ shade, turn from matte to radiant satin for a total of 13 eye-opening colors. Developed with plastic surgeons and formulated with collagen, real silk and proprietary No-Tug Technology™, each talc-free shadow glides on smoothly and neutralizes discolorations for younger-looking lids.
To enhance your gorgeous eyes, this palette comes perfectly paired with a travel-size Superhero™ Elastic Stretch Volumizing Mascara to give your lashes super length, super elastic stretch and a 500% increase in volume in just one coat*! The proprietary Elastic Stretch Technology stretches the look of your lashes wider and longer, and wraps each individual lash in a volume-boosting, lengthening, ultra-conditioning black cape of power and color for your strongest, thickest, most defined results.
Palette:
Imagine: Matte silk beige
Wonder: Matte nude khaki
Dream: Matte desert sand
Passion: Matte nude taupe
Intrigue: Matte earthy sepia
Allure: Matte smoky gray
Transforming Hello Light™: Radiant pearlWhat I think: Superhero is my favorite mascara because it really makes my short lashes long and curled! The shadows glide on easily and stay on all day. I love that they are matte, but you can give them a little glow with the Hello Light. They shades are so pretty and perfect for every day, but can be smoked up with the Allure shade.
You Sculpted!
You Sculpted! ($40 USD) –Developed with plastic surgeons, the leading experts in contouring and aesthetics, each powder shade is formulated with proprietary Perfect Lighting™ Technology to mimic real facial contouring and provide a foolproof alternative to fillers. While the four contour shades absorb light and minimize the areas to which you apply them, the two highlighters enhance features you want to pull forward, creating the appearance of more volume. Talc-free, and perfect for all skin types and skin tones, these shades are infused with anti-aging collagen, silk and peptides to blend effortlessly and deliver smooth, natural-looking coverage that lasts all day.
Added bonus: There’s an included how-to guide to make sculpting your most beautiful you easier than ever!
What I think: This contour kit is cool because it includes 4 different matte bronzer shades, so it can be used on many different skin tones. They can be used to sculpt the face, or to give a subtle glow. The two highlighters give a soft glow, but not shimmer or glitter. This is so versatile. Use it with the Heavenly Luxe™ You Sculpted!™ #18 Contour & Highlight Brush ($34.50). It is perfect for contouring and highlighting!
Forty, Flirty & Fabulous 