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Father’s Day Gift Guide — Grooming And Fragrances For Him!

There’s still time to get your dad or the special man in your like a great Father’s Day gift!

If the man in question uses high end cologne or amazing skin care, I have some great ideas below. They include a men’s skincare line, a fragrance layering set and two luxe colognes:

Arbonne RE9 Advanced for Men Set ($122 USD, $136 value) — Set your clock back with this anti-aging trio. Includes Micro-Exfoliating Cleanser (4 fl. oz), Anti-Aging Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 15 Sunscreen (1.7 fl.oz.), and Eye Repair Cream (0.5 fl.oz). The products are:

Micro-Exfoliating Cleanser — Micromanagement can be a good thing. Our dual-purpose facial cleanser washes away dirt and oil buildup while micro exfoliants slough off dead skin cells to smooth skin and help reduce ingrown hairs.

Anti-Aging Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 15 Sunscreen — To serve and protect. Refreshing, lightweight moisturizing lotion improves the appearance of lines, wrinkles, firmness and suppleness. Protects against UVB/UVA rays with broad spectrum.

Eye Repair Cream — An easy step to improving your outlook. Just a few dabs to help reduce the appearance of puffiness, dark circles, fine and deep lines and wrinkles around the eyes. Your skin will look renewed, de-stressed and ready for success.

What I think: This collection is perfect for the man who wants to start taking care of his skin, and the man who already knows how important it is! These Arbonne products, have amazing anti-aging ingredients and moisturize so well. Perfect for after sun use. Also available is Shave Cream and After-Shave Soothing Lotion.

Purchase at http://www.arbonne.com

L’OCCITAN Collection ($65 USD) Created through the distillation of authentic A.O.C. lavender, blended with the peppery, nutmeg scent of burnt wood. A panoramic and complex fragrance, redolent with the rich scents of Provence, in all their ruggedness and mystery. This coveted fragrance and body care set is tailored for the rugged man in your life. This gift set includes a L’OCCITAN Eau de Toilette (100ml), Shower Gel for Hair and Body (250ml) and Bar Soap (100g).

What I think: This smells amazing, spicy, but a bit fresh, too. I would totally use the body wash and soap, if my husband will share! I love this set to give because the man in your life will be able to layer the scent and smell amazing all day!

Purchase at usa.loccitane.com

Eau De Lacoste L.12.12 Energized — LACOSTE presents a new limited edition scent to tribute to their sporting heritage and the passion for the game. EAU DE LACOSTE L.12.12 ENERGIZED holds fiery ginger and cool mint notes that add a crisp energetic freshness to cedar leaf and citrus. The striking top notes complement the purity of EAU DE LACOSTE L.12.12 BLANC’s essence at the masculine floral heart of natural tuberose. ENERGIZED is the essence of the beautiful emotions sport stirs in those who live for the game: the pride of a cheering for a team and the joy of belonging wholeheartedly to a nation.

What I think: This is a bright and sporty scent! Perfect for the man in your life who is active and likes fresher fragrances.

Available on Lacoste.com this June.

Hugo Boss BOSS THE SCENT Eau de Toilette ($85 3.3 fl. oz.) — boasts an exclusive ingredient from Africa: the aphrodisiac Maninka fruit, evocative of passion fruit and rum. However, the Maninka also evokes something deeper and more profound: the tug of desire and the pull of memory. Set on a virile leather base, its effect is potent, original, never to be forgotten.

What I think: This is a spicier scent and very masculine

BOSS THE SCENT is available exclusively at Macy’s (macys.com) retailing for $85 (100ml) and on HugoBoss.com.

What are you getting your father, husband or that important man for Father’s Day? Leave a comment and let me know!

Fresh Fragrances To Take You From Spring To Summer

I love switching up my fragrance each season! I have been wearing soft florals for spring, but am now ready to dive into summer’s tropical and bright scents!

My new (for me) favorites is a beachy, light scent, and sweet and spicy perfume, a bright citrus scent and a summery scent for the man in your life:

philosophy pure grace summer ($48 for 2 oz) — pure grace summer is a limited-edition fragrance inspired by the spirit of a beautiful summer day. it’s a warm breeze on your face, a whisper in your ear, as it beckons you toward the sunshine. soak in its carefree warmth, as each ray of sunlight makes you feel pure, whole and new again. this is freedom. this is grace. because when your heart is filled with grace, every day feels like summer. The notes are Bergamot, Coconut Water, Citron Zest, Dune Rose, Cocoa Absolute, Solar Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla.

What I think: Every time I spritz this scent on, it transports me (mentally) to the beach! You can really smell the coconut water, solar musk and citrusy notes. It’s very light and fresh. I will be wearing this all summer long.

Purchase at www.philosophy.com

Lancôme La Vie est Belle ($66 for 1 oz. Eau de Parfum) introduces a new olfactive story, the first ever iris gourmand. The juice is made with the most precious natural ingredients, a modern interpretation of an oriental fragrance with a twist of gourmand. It entwines the elegance of iris with the strength of Patchouli and the sweetness of a gourmand blend; for an incredible scent with depth and complexity.

Top Note: The elegance of Iris becomes the backbone of the fragrance. It blossoms from the first to the last note like never before.
Middle Note: The strength of Patchouli gives strength and depth.
Base Note: A sweet gourmand adds a burst of unexpected radiance.

What I think: This scent is wonderful for all seasons as it is floral, sweet and a bit spicy. I think it’s really nice in warm weather, especially at night. This is the ultimate hot summer night perfume. And a little goes a long way, it is very concentrated.

Available at http://www.lancome-usa.com

Boss Orange Sunset ($45.99 1.7 fl. oz., $50.99 2.5 fl. oz) Spritz yourself with this casual orange, white flowers, rose, vanilla and sandalwood perfume, inspired by the summer sunset for modern ladies. It is a fresh, romantic, feminine and enchanting scent that’s perfect for daytime and nighttime wear during the spring and summer months.

What I think: This citrusy fragrance is sweet and romantic. It is nice for day or night, because it isn’t too strong. I can see wearing this on summer dates or even for day trips.

Purchase at http://www.fragrancenet.com

The One Dolce and Gabbana ($29.99 ) This cologne is a perfect addition to the collection, especially for the warmer months. This cologne is an elegant, unique and classic scent. This is an oriental spicy scent including fragrance notes of coriander, grapefruit, cardamom seed, tobacco, basil, cedar, amber, ginger and orange. You will smell citrusy while still smelling manly.

What I think: Here is a scent for the men in your life! It is both fresh and spicy. The citrus makes it perfect for the warmer weather. The man in your life will love it!

Purchase at http://www.fragrancenet.com

Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts

There are so many wonderful Mother’s Day gifts to consider this time of year. I am a beauty blogger, so I usually give my mom and mother-in-law beauty gifts so that they can pamper themselves!

Below are some of my favorite skincare, bath and body and fragrances to give to her for Mother’s Day. She will love to receive any of them!

Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare 2-Pc. Ageless Beauty Gift Set ($69 USD) includes the Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare Uplift + IR Defense Firming Neck & Décolleté Cream, a luxurious, fast-working cream that helps firm, smooth, brighten and rejuvenate the look of the delicate skin of the neck and chest, and Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare Refocus Under Eye Treatment, a potent anti-aging serum infused with the brand’s proprietary Bio-Copper Complex that visibly reduces under-eye puffiness and dark circles.

20% of proceeds from each set sold go to Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft charity and a charity close to Christie’s heart. Smile Train is an international children’s charity with a sustainable approach to a single, solvable problem: cleft lip and palate. Smile Train provides training and funding to empower local doctors in 85+ developing countries to provide 100%-free cleft repair surgery in their own communities.

What I think: I love this brand! The products are so hydrating and efficacious. They both sink into the skin, leaving it smooth and supple. It is so important to treat eyes and neck, as both areas can really show age. This is a wonderful gift for mom, she will thank you!

Available at http://www.kohls.com

EAU DE LACOSTE L.12.12 ($59 for 1.6 fl. oz. each) Pour Elle, a new female collection, will celebrate a new chapter for her with the three fragrances—Natural, Sparkling, and Elegant. Each of the three fragrances are united with a white floral heart of jasmine expertly blended with different ingredients to accentuate the different moods within the collection. The ultimate aim is to offer women a fragrance closet that allows them to match their scent to their lifestyle – whether it’s Sparkling for a night out, Elegant for a day at the tennis or Natural for a family gathering. EAU DE LACOSTE L.12.12 Pour Elle is true to both the LACOSTE brand heritage and its core values of innovation.

Sparkling fragrance notes: Red Apple, mandarin, blackberries, cotton candy accord, lily of the valley, vetyver, cashmere wood, and blackberries.

Natural fragrance notes: Pineapple, raspberries, wild rose, orris, jasmine, sandalwood, ambrox, and cream coconut.

Elegant fragrance notes: Citrus complex, pink pepper, cassis bud, violet, muguet, mimosa, vetyver, vanilla, and heliotrope.

These are so fun and smell amazing! I have tried all three. Elegant is my favorite. I can really smell the citrus, violet (one of my favorite scents) and vanilla. It is so bright and pretty. Sparkling is sexy, you can pick out the blackberries and cashmere which makes it sultry. Natural is fresh and sweet. They are all amazing, Choose one for all of the special ladies in your life!

Purchase at http://www.kohls.com

Soaptopia She’s a Scentsation Gift Box ($37.50 USD) — for the woman in your life that deserves to be pampered every day. All of Soaptopia’s products are 100% JUNK-FREE, Synthetic Free and Petroleum Free and you can customize each set from their many yummy flavor families, perfectly curated just for her.

Includes:

3 – Large 6-7 oz. artisan bar of handmade soap of your choice
1 – 8 oz. Oil Slather of your choice

What I think: I love this brand! Their products smell so yummy! This gift is perfect for any mom or lady in your life, because you can choose the Oil Slather (LOVE) and all three soaps. I receive these to review for my honest opinion. I was sent the slather in Rozilla vs. Dry Skinea, which is a combo of rose geranium and vanilla. It smells incredible and is so hydrating, I love how soft and glowy it leaves my skin! It contains many wonderful oils such as grape seed, olive, coconut and sunflower.

The soaps are amazing, too. They are beautiful as well as fragrant. I received L’OATus which includes French Lavender & Oats, Beauty and the Beach Sweet Orange, Jasmine, Vanilla & Pumice Sand and Melrose-y Sunset Rose Geranium, Rosewood, Litsea, Orange Wild, Jasmine & Argan Oil. They are all natural and handmade in small batches with lots of love and only the finest ingredients. This set is perfect for the lady who loves natural beauty.

Purchase at http://www.soaptopia.com

HUGO Woman ($72 for 2.5 fl. oz.) — The HUGO Woman fragrance is for women who are independent and live their life on their own terms. A feminine, floral, fruity fragrance with an unexpected boyish twist. Notes of heady white lilies, crisp apples, subtly sweet peaches and berries are combined with black tea, creating a feeling of fresh sensuality. A hint of ocean air revitalizes the senses and strikes a perfect balance for the modern sophisticate.

What I think: I haven’t tried this one yet, but it sounds amazing. The black tea notes sound really different and I love fruity scents. This would be perfect for a modern mom and anyone who loves unique fragrances.

Purchase at http://www.hugoboss.com

Are you purchasing a beauty gift for a special lady for Mother’s Day? Leave a comment and let me know!

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Try A New Fragrance On National Fragrance Day!

Today, March 21st, is National Fragrance Day! This is a great excuse to purchase a new Spring scent!

I have a bunch of fragrances below for inspiration! They all smell amazing:

Dolce and Gabbana Rose the One ($46.99 USD for 1.6 fl. oz.) — Dolce & Gabbana rose the one by D&G is based around the idea of a rose perfume. The perfumes notes include blackcurrant, pink grapefruit, mandarin, lily of the valley, rose, litchi, peony, Madonna lily, ambrette seed, sandalwood, musk and vanilla.

Purchase at http://www.fragrance.net

ARI by Ariana Grande ($59 for 3.4 oz) — This luscious and sexy fragrance opens with sparkling fruits and an ultra-feminine floral, passionately spun with musks, woods, and an addictive hint of marshmallow. The notes are:

Top Notes: Crispy Pear, Pink Grapefruit, Juicy Raspberry

Middle Notes: Soft Muguet, Rose Buds, Vanilla Orchid

Bottom Notes: Marshmallow, Creamy Musk, Blonde Woods

Purchase at http://www.ulta.com

Katy Perry Mad Potion ($30 USD) — features a classic vanilla scent enhanced with vanilla orchid, peony, apple musk, jasmine, amber and musk – a perfect change for a new year.

Available at http://www.sears.com

Carthusia Caprissimo Parfum ($140 USD 50 ml) — Caprissimo captures the feeling of Capri’s la dolce vita. It is centered on the lemon tree and features piquant notes and sublte green accents that pave the way to a floral heart of blue jasmine, frangipani and osmanthus. All on a base of intense notes of wood and exotic myrrh.

Purchase at cobigelow.com

The Healthy Fragrance Vanilla Grapefruit ($58 USD) — This invigorating blend of sparkling grapefruit, crisp cedarwood, lime and Madagascar vanilla is created by master natural perfumers who use only the finest pure essential oils. Kissed by sunshine, this unique scent lifts the spirits.

Our collection of all-natural fragrances is luxurious and addictive. Each fragrance starts with a warm base of Madagascar vanilla and layers on a unique blend of pure essential oils for an exquisite expression of nature that capture a mood, a memory or a moment in time. Hailed as the world’s first Healthy Fragrance, organic sugar cane alcohol is infused with skin saving antioxidants for a modern twist on the classic art of perfumery.

Available at http://www.lavanila.com

Vera Wang Lovestruck ($46.99 USD for 3.4 fl. oz) — Inspired by a modern day Romeo and Juliet type of love Lovestruck perfectly embodies the excitement passion and hopeless abandon of new and unstoppable love. Opening top notes combine pink guava with sweet angelica blossom for a youthful and invigorating appeal. Middle notes of lotus flower and tuberose are at the heart of the fragrance while musk and woody scents make up the closing base notes.

Purchase at http://www.fragrance.net

What fragrances are you loving now? Leave a comment and let me know!

My Beauty Favorites — Week of February 15-21, 2016

It has been gorgeous in Kansas City this week! Really warm and sunny. It is turning cold again, but that’s okay. It is still February!

This week I have been loving healing body products, a fun lip and hand moisturizing pack and a fragrance that is easy to carry with you.

Skin+Pharmacy Advanced Skin Therapy Collection — From hydrating body lotions and hand creams to diabetic moisturizers and healing gels, the powerful paraben-free products help achieve healthy skin from head to toe. Here are some favorites:

Stretch Mark Lotion – Features powerful peptide technology, Regu®-Stretch, to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks and peptide complex Vanistryl® to improve skin brightness while Hyaluronic Acid and botanical extracts including mango, aloe and shea butter help skin feel hydrated and moisture-rich.
3-in-1 Itch Relief Lotion – Magnetized Moisture Technology delivers enhanced hydration to improve and maintain skin’s moisture balance while colloidal oatmeal soothes itching and calms the look of skin irritation and redness.
Healing Gel – Features skin softener allantoin to heal dry, rough skin while stimulating cell regeneration for healthy skin and Magnetized Moisture Technology for continuous hydration.

What I think: I have been loving the healing gel. It is very light and sinks right in the skin, and it provides instant moisture. I think it will be awesome in the summer when it is hot and I don’t want to use a heavy cream.

My daughter who has eczema has been using the itch relief lotion and it seems to be helping her dry, red skin. And it feels better, too.

You can purchase these at CVS stores and http://www.cvs.com

eos Spring 2016 Limited Edition Trio ($5.99 USD) — The eos 2016 Spring Pack with Kleenex features two handpicked brand favorites for soft, smooth lips and skin, along with a Kleenex Slim-Wallet Pack to ensure you have the smoothest Spring. The Limited-Edition Smooth Sphere Lip Balm in Pink Grapefruit and Every Day Hand Lotion in Berry Blossom spring to life in adorable garden-inspired packaging to ensure happiness is in full bloom this season.

The eos Smooth Sphere Lip Balm is made with a superior organic formula, 100% natural and is enriched with nourishing Shea butter and soothing jojoba oil, to provide long-lasting moisture for sensationally soft and smooth lips. The eos Every Day Hand Lotion boasts Shea butter, aloe, oat extract and Vitamins E & C while also featuring a berry blossoming fragrance perfectly suited for the springtime blooms. Lastly, the Kleenex Slim-Wallet Pack comes in a convenient slim shape offering the highest quality of softness, absorbency and strength to tackle those pesky spring allergies. Together, the trio makes for a delightful gift for spring holidays!

What I think: This is a fun Spring or Easter gift idea, or just as a treat for yourself. I love the packaging of both eos products. The lotion is slim enough to put in a purse or a pocket. And I love the fun, round lip balm. And both smell amazing! And, I always need Kleenex, especially in the Spring.

The eos 2016 Spring Pack with Kleenex is available for $5.99 beginning February 2016 at Target, CVS, Walgreens, ULTA, Kohl’s, Drugstore.com and evolutionofsmooth.com.

Snap Perfume, fragrances for him and her, are now available at CVS for a limited time. These innovative pocket scents are packed full of gorgeous fragrance with notes from ingredients around the world.

Snap 88 For Her is the fragrance in the photo above. It is an exciting yet delicate, an arrangement of scents alluring, sweet and playful.

Top Notes are Fresh citrus, Blood Orange, Sorrento Lemon and Japanese Ouzo

Heart Note are Exotic floral nature, African Violet, Jasmine Essence, and Osmanthus

Base Note are Brazilian Tonka, East Indian Sandalwood and Hearty Cedarwood

What I think: I think this is a neat idea. I like the shape of the bottle. This scent is a little bit sweet and spicy for me (I like fresh scents), but it does have a nice depth to it. There are other scents in the line, so check them out!

Snap Perfume is available at CVS for a limited time for $9.99.

What have you been loving this week? Leave a comment and let me know!

Valentine’s Day Fragrance Gifts For Him and Her!

Valentine’s Day is in a little more than a week! Do you have a great gift for your significant other? Fragrance is a very romantic gift. Whether it’s a new scent or a fragrance he or she have loved for years, they will loving receiving it.

I love giving and receiving fragrance (especially receiving it)! I love giving it to my husband, too. Below are some amazing picks from Fragrance.net:

For her

Lovely By Sarah Jessica Parker ($32.99, $23.09 with 30% off coupon) — Introduced in the year 2005, by Sarah Jessica Parker, Lovely has a sent precious oils, lavender, orchid, amber, apple martini, paper, whites and musk. It is recommended for anytime wear.

Rose the One By Dolce & Gabbana ($46.99, $32.89 with 30% off coupon) — Explore your sophisticated side with just a whiff of Rose the One by Dolce & Gabbana. This lovely scent mixes Madonna lily, pink grapefruit, blackcurrant, lily of the valley, sandalwood, litchi, peony, ambrette seed, musk, vanilla, mandarin, rose and fresh fragrance that will add joy to your day.

Vera Wang Lovestruck By Vera Wang ($32.99, $23.09 with 30% off coupon) — An alluring perfume you will want to reach for when you are in the mood for a romantic scent. This sweet fragrance for women makes an exuberant first impression with notes of juicy guavas and fresh angelica flowers. Notes of precious woods and warm musk then emerge to leave you feeling beautiful all night.

for him

Eternity by Calvin Klein ($30.99, $21.69 with 30% off coupon) — Embrace classic elegance and sophistication with Eternity by Calvin Klein. In this wonderful fragrance for men, greens blend perfectly with crisp jasmine, sage, basil and rosewood to create an ideal mix. Eternity is refreshing and crisp, the ideal complement to all your daytime activities. This classic, unforgettable scent allows you to add an old-world feeling to your day.

Noir by Tom Ford ($83.99, $58.79 with 30% off coupon) — This boldly unique fragrance for men was launched by world famous design house Tom Ford in 2012. Warm and spicy yet woody and aquatic, Noir for men is a casual, sporty fragrance that he will want to wear every day. Designed for the active, modern gladiator, this fragrance opens with top notes of bergamot, verbena, caraway, pink pepper, and violet for a go-everywhere scent that captivates and invigorates.

Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf ($59.99, $41.99 with 30% off coupon) — A casual but distinctive daytime scent Spicebomb, Romance cologne for men is a spicy, moderate fragrance that balances its tobacco notes with woodsy undertones. Romance has a rich, appealing construction that combines dominant notes of warm and sexy grapefruit and bergamot with sweet spices, woods, and saffron.

Are you giving the gift of fragrance this V-Day? Leave a comment and let me know yours or your sweetie’s favorite scents!

Gifts For Him For Valentine’s Day!

It is hard to find a great gift for guys on Valentine’s Day. Many of them don’t love stuffed bears and flowers (but chocolates…?).

A very romantic gift is personal care products for him. Below I have highlighted a luxe shaving kit and colognes that will make him smell amazing!

The Art of Shaving Lavender Full Size Kit with Pure Shaving Brush ($120 USD) —

The Full Size Kit includes all four elements of The Perfect Shave®, Pre-Shave Oil, Shaving Cream, a Shaving Brush, and our After-Shave Balm. The combination of these quality ingredients, handcrafted accessories, and expert shaving technique provides optimal closeness while helping ward against ingrown hairs, razor burn, and nicks and cuts, while leaving behind a soft and smooth face.

Features:

(1) Lavender Pre-Shave Oil (2 oz)
(1) Lavender Shaving Cream (5 oz)
(1) Black Pure Badger Shaving Brush
(1) Lavender After-Shave Balm (3.3 oz)

Purchase at http://www.theartofshaving.com

L.12.12 Blanc

L.12.12 Noir

Lacoste L.12.12 Blanc ($45 1 fl. oz.) is the signature classic that mirrors the intricate construction of the classic white polo shirt. Clean grapefruit, sensually pure tuberose, and masculine suede radiate a timeless masculinity.

Lacoste L.12.12 Noir ($45 1 fl. oz.) is an intense, refreshing fragrance inspired by warm summer evenings; refreshing watermelon and lively basil intensified by patchouli, all beautifully wrapped in the smooth texture of dark chocolate.

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

Nautica Voyage Sport ($62.50 3.4 fl. oz.) — captures the mind, body and heart it takes to endure and push beyond one’s own limits. The new fragrance speaks to the man with a competitive spirit, who commits to every task. It opens with pure, cool accents of Sea Spray Accord and Sea Salt. This invigorating breath of fresh air is enhanced with doses of spicy Coriander and crisp Citrus Zest. The heart is a powerful aromatic combination of Geranium, Green Peppercorn, Apple and Palm Leaves, reinforcing the fragrance’s bold and lush freshness. The base is a vibrant and magnetic blend of Brazil Wood, Musk, Patchouli and Vetiver.

Purchase at Macy’s stores and http://www.macys.com

What are you giving your man for Valentine’s Day? Leave a comment and let me know!

Holiday Gift Guides 2015: Last Minute Beauty Gifts

Are you still wondering what to get that awesome lady in your life? Well, I don’t mean to be a brat, but you’re running out of time!

Below are some wonderful beauty gift ideas. Some you can find in stores, but if you want to order online, I think deadlines are coming up!

Caswell-Massey Sandalwood Foaming Bath Gel

Caswell-Massey Sandalwood Body Lotion

Caswell-Massey Sandalwood Foaming Bath Gel ($20 USD) — This invigorating Sandalwood bath gel will foam into an opulent lather. It is mild enough for everyday use. Splendid in the bath, equally marvelous as a body cleanser in the shower.

Caswell-Massey Sandalwood Body Lotion ($22 USD) — This luxuriously nourishing Sandalwood body lotion will leave your skin velvety-smooth. Its exceptional scent makes moisturizing a gratifying experience.

When I saw these I though Sandalwood? Too spicy! But these smell amazing! And they would be nice to have in a his and hers bathroom as the shower gel would work for men or ladies!

Purchase at http://www.caswellmassey.com

Japonesque Pixelated Color Kit

The Japonesque Pixelated Color Eye Defining Pencil Set

Japonesque Pixelated Color Kit $28) preps skin with the Radiance Primer, illuminates skin with Liquid Light, and perfects with the Pixelated Color Finishing Powder for a glowing complexion all night long.

The Japonesque Pixelated Color Eye Defining Pencil Set ($23) in 4 new bold shades, the color pencils combine an exquisite gliding texture with saturated prismatic color to create a stunning multitude of looks.

Both of these kits are perfect for the beauty junkie that you’re not sure what to give. The first is an amazing highlighting set, perfect for holiday photos. The second are gorgeous eyeliners in a black, gray, blue and plum. No brown? That’s fine with me, I have a TON of brown eyeliners!

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

XSense Deluxe Sample Pack ($14 USD) — A perfect way to try each scent in your own day. The deluxe sample pack has 2 doses of each scent to help you at work, play and rest. It’s a perfect introduction to the power of natural, scientifically backed ingredients. You get a sample of each of these containing ingredients which could help significantly:

WorkSense—helping learning, retention, memory, and accuracy;
PlaySense—helping speed and endurance;
RestSense—helping reduce stress and improve relaxation.

Made with a proprietary mix of natural and pure ingredients
Results may vary
Carefully formulated, with special versions for men and women
Not a drug, not habit forming
100% Money back guarantee
FREE Ground shipping on all domestic orders

This all kinds of smell the same to me, very strong and herbal. I am not sure how they work, but they do wake me up and are a neat idea for the lady who likes aromatherapy.

Purchase at xsenseworld.com

Key West Aloe Tropical Escapes Key Lime Essentials ($55 USD) Feel refreshed from head to toe with Key Lime hair and skin products – complete with travel bag.

Set includes:

Key Lime Shampoo, 8 oz.

Key Lime Conditioner, 8 oz.

Key Lime Bath & Shower Gel, 8 oz.

Key Lime Lotion, 6 oz.

I haven’t tried this scent, but it sounds amazing! I have been using a lot of winter scents lately and this sounds refreshing. I have tried Key West Aloe and really enjoy it.

Available at www.keywestaloe.com

Too Faced Le Petite Maison ($39 USD) — exclusive to Ulta Beauty this holiday season and gives you everything you need to embrace elegant beauty. The kit features 12 soft, blendable eye shadows, and Deluxe Better Than Sex Mascara for party-perfect eyes housed in a cozy French apartment.

I haven’t tried this yet, but I love Too Faced. Their eye shadows are amazing! I think this would be an amazing give for your makeup obsessed friend!

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

Going To A Holiday Party? Get Your Glam On!

Do you have any holiday parties or special dates coming up this season (like my anniversary tomorrow)? I love dressing up my beauty routine for special occasions. Glamorous makeup and nails, maybe a tan and a great perfume will make the occasion even brighter!

Below are my new glam faves. What are yours? Leave a comment and let me know!

Vasanti The Wild Life Blush Duo

Vasanti Love Brights Gel Matte Lipstick Unconditional Love

Vasanti Blush For Life The Wild Life Blush Duo ($29 USD) — The Wild Life is a glowing berry flush. Blush for Life Soft, blendable tone-on-tone blush duo designed to add a natural looking pop of colour to your skin. Perfect amount of pigments and soft sheens without the use of heavy shimmer or sparkle. Enriched with Vasanti’s unique Flower Power Complex that contains Lotus, Orchid and Evening Primrose with anti-oxidant and hydrating properties to help nourish your skin.

Vasanti Love Brights Gel Matte Lipstick Unconditional Love ($19 USD) — Deep Matte Orange with a touch of Coral. Beautiful. Bold. Long Lasting. Comfortable. Matte. 8 stunning shades developed to look beautiful on a wide range of skin tones. Innovative formula with the perfect amount of moisture to keep lips comfortable while still offering long lasting color and a true matte appearance. Infused with luxury ingredients such as Cherry, Pomegranate and Evening Primrose oils.

Both of these products are well pigmented and very pretty on. I like that the blush is not glittery and a little goes a long way. You can use one color or blend them both together. The lipstick is a little too bright for me, but it is very moisturizing for being matte.

Purchase at vasanticosmetics.com

Million Dollar Tan Mermaid Mousse ($42 USD) is ultra-lightweight and easy to apply. It gives a subtle instant bronze color, with a deep, gorgeous tan developing over the next few hours. The light-as-air formula soaks in effortlessly, and hydrating botanicals provide serious skin nourishment. Signature Million Dollar Tan color gives a gradual, buildable tan that always looks natural.

Million Dollar Tan Mermaid Mousse Face ($40 USD) is the perfect companion to the all-over whipped tanning mousse. It’s also a great stand-alone beauty staple for any glamorous gal who wants a radiant, bronze complexion year-round. The lightweight formula simply melts into skin and won’t clog pores. Revolutionary new FaceFirm Age Defense Super Pack is clinically proven to dramatically lift, firm and tone skin.

These are both very easy to apply to give some color during the cold winter months. I know my skin gets so pale this time of year. They dry quickly, which is a plus and you can dress fairly quickly after applying. Just like in the summer, don’t forget to exfoliate before tanning!

Purchase at milliondollartan.com.

‘Tis the Season for Shine and Sparkle from SinfulColors! New Colors in Chic Metallic and Festive Glitters.

SinfulColors Wrap Sheet, $1.99 per bottle

• On shelves in November 2015

• Metallic colors in silver, golds, pinks, purple, red, black

• Soft, iridescent, long wearing shine

• Chip resistant, even color delivered via an Italian made polish brush for a pro finish

SinfulColors Glitz & Garlands, $1.99 per bottle

• On shelves in December

• Go to glitters in greens & reds, golds, silvers, reds and polishes in shades of blue, white, green and red

• Bold, festive, long wearing shades that sparkle

• Chip resistant, even color delivered via an Italian made polish brush for a pro finish

These are easy to apply. The brush is thick and coats the nails well. The colors are vibrant and last a few days of normal wear without chipping, which is great! I am loving the festive colors for the holidays!

The holiday polish collections from SinfulColors are available at various retailers including Target, Walmart and Walgreens.

Xs Black by Paco Rabanne for Women Eau De Toilette ($57.99 for 2.7 oz) –This tangy fruit is packed with vitamins and nutrients, and the bare scent of cranberry is much more sharp than sweet. As the weather gets colder, bid adieu to light, fresh scents that are perfect for warmer months and go for a stronger, heavier fragrance that opens with a tart note of cranberry and blooms in fullness with powerful woody, floral and musky notes.

This is a sexy scent perfect for date night. It is a heavier fragrance, which is nice to have for fall and winter.

Available at FragranceNet.com

Flash Sale at Lisa Hoffman Beauty!

Today only, you can visit http://www.lisahoffmanbeauty.com and receive a surprise discount on Fragrance Jewelry. You can save 50%, 60% or 70% off. When I visited the site, I received a 70% off discount! That’s a really good deal.

These products smell amazing! You scent the jewelry and you look and smell wonderful all day long.

Let me know if you visit and what your discount is.

Enjoy!