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Holiday Gift Guide 2015: Fun Gifts to Give

Looking for something different to give a friend or fill a stocking? It can be hard to find something that they don’t have already.

I have some cool gift ideas that will be fun to give and receive:

Art Therapy Collection — Adult coloring books are all the rage right now! In this subscription, each magazine is packed with gorgeous coloring designs plus creative coloring techniques and relaxation tips. You’ll also build an amazing coloring set as you go, with the high-quality colouring supplies provided with every issue.

How does it work? If you subscribe, you will receive your 1st shipment with 2 issues, collector’s guide and FREE pencil case for just $4.95 with FREE shipping. Approximately 4 weeks after your 1st shipment, you will receive and be billed for your 2nd shipping of 2 issues, with your FREE magazine, tidybox and FREE XXL colouring poster for just $9.90 (plus $2 shipping and handling). Thereafter, you will automatically receive and be billed for 4 new magazines issues and colouring supplies every month for only $19.80 (plus $4 shipping and handling).

Subscribe at us.arttherapycollection.com

AquaBall — Fun for a stocking stuffer or to have on hand for the holidays is this all-natural drink with no sugar or calories. And children everywhere will want AquaBall’s latest beverage containers with fun and familiar characters from Disney and Marvel.

It’s a naturally flavored water, enhanced with Vitamins B3, B5, B6, B12 and C and has 0 grams of sugar, 0 calories, no artificial flavors or colors and no high fructose corn syrup. It comes in four flavors: Grape, Fruit Punch, Orange and Berry Blast. Both parents and kid’s everywhere will love these fun and healthy beverages with their favorite characters from Disney and Marvel.

My eleven year old daughter loved these! They are fun and tasty, too.

Learn more and find a store to purchase at http://www.aquaballdrink.com

Luca + Danni Lucky Elephant Bangle ($28 USD) — Hand made natural brass oxidized or silver plated wire wrapped bangle bracelet with hook and catch closure. Features a vintage pewter lucky elephant charm.

This is so cute! It has good weight to it. I love the one with the gold, the mix of metals is really pretty!

Available at lucadanni.com

Polar Optics Edison Sunglasses ($29.95 USD) — PolarOptics® Edison sunglasses are designed to fit over prescription frames which provide excellent sun-protection for eyeglass wearers. Classic traditional shape provides optimal coverage with side lenses and copper lens tint to help improve depth perception and contrast. 100% UVA/UVB Protection. Polarized to help reduce glare and scratch-resistant lenses. BendToFit® temples for comfort and a custom fit. Microfiber drawstring case/cleaning cloth included.

These are perfect for people like me who wear glasses but hate driving in the sun! The are really cute, too.

Available at polaroptics.diopticssunwear.com/

Give Mom The Spa Treatment With Mother’s Day Bath and Body Gifts

There are so many amazing beauty gifts that would be perfect for Mother’s Day! Many mom’s (including myself) would love pampering spa products to treat themselves.

Below are perfect gifts for a at home spa day, including nail treatments, and bath and body products.

Dermelect Cosmeceuticals Rescue ‘ME’ Natural Nail Treatment Kit ($49 USD) — A must for nails that are: hard-to-grow, chipping, peeling, brittle or acrylic damaged. Unlock the true potential to successfully grow your own natural nails longer, stronger, and healthier with the Dermelect Rescue ‘ME’ Natural Nail Treatment Kit. If the elements, acrylics or aging have taken their toll on your nails you can now restore and recover your nails to their natural strength by utilizing this simple step by step program.

1. Cleanse: Brush Immaculate Nail Cleanse Prep onto nail before applying base coat- the formulation will evaporate immediately, leaving nails completely dry. 2. Base Coat: Apply 1-2 coats of Launchpad Nail Strengthener (for weak, thin nails). Allow to dry. 3. Top Coat Finish: Apply 1-2 coats of High Maintenance Instant Nail Thickener. 4. Moisture / Restore: Dab and massage Rejuvenail Fortifying Nail & Cuticle Treatment over bare or polished nails and cuticles. Continuously reapply up to 3-4 times daily.

Available at http://www.dermelect.com

Rituals Laughing Buddha True Happiness Set ($25 USD) — A wonderful gift for spoiling yourself or someone else. Contains shower foam, shower oil, body scrub and body cream. Experience the Laughing Buddha ritual at home.

Available at RITUALS store locations, Barneys, www.barneys.com and www.rituals.com

L’Occitane Almond Smooth Collection ($72 USD) — The exceptional beautifying power of almond makes this Collection both deliciously tempting and wonderfully effective.
Includes 2 smoothing and softening best sellers: Almond Milk Concentrate and Shower Oil.
Perfect to give or keep!

This collection includes:
– Almond Delicious Hands 1 .oz
– Almond Milk Concentrate 3.5 .oz
– Almond Delicious Paste 1.7 .oz
– Almond Shower Oil 16.9 fl.oz
– Exclusive Gift Box

Purchase this and many more great gifts at http://www.usa.loccitane.com

Lifetherapy Escape Mood Enhancing Hand and Body Wash

Lifetherapy Escape Hydrating Body Lotion

Lifetherapy Escape Eau de Parfum

This Mother’s Day, say goodbye to the boring fragrances and introduce mom to her new signature scent! Formulated with fresh hints of gardenia, pineapple leaf, sensuous musk, and palm bark, the Escape bath & body collection from Lifetherapy will transport Mom to a beautiful, peaceful place.

Escape Hand & Body Wash ($24 USD) — Softly fragranced wash specially formulated with an LT Complex, shea butter, coconut oil and vitamins E & D. This luxurious wash will moisturize while cleansing leaving skin soft and healthy looking. Also makes a lush moisture-rich soothing bubble bath.

Escape Body Lotion ($24 USD) — Our hydrating lotion is rich in skin conditioners, natural oils and vitamins that work in harmony to leave skin silky soft and moisturized. Shea butter, Almond Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil. Care has been taken to source only the highest quality raw material.

Escape Eau de Parfum ($48 USD) — Made with Zemea petroleum free and environmentally sustainable. Formulated with the finest essential oils for subtle yet long lasting fragrance.

Learn more about this collection here: http://www.lifetherapy.com/collections/escape

Valentine’s Day Beauty Gift Ideas

Shopping for Valentine’s Gifts for lucky ladies (and gents) this weekend? Beauty gifts are always a great idea — They are pretty, personal and very appreciated!

From fresh fragrances for him and her to a luxe body lotion, to a high-end beauty collection — here a few great ideas for perfect gifts:

Le Couvent des Minimes Eau Aimable- Botanical Cologne of Love ($38 3.4 oz, $49 8.4 oz) — This Valentine’s Day, treat those dear to your heart to an exquisite fragrance experience with Eau Aimable, the Botanical Cologne of Love, from Le Couvent des Minimes. Sparkling and delicious, this floral-fruity blend combines sweet orange blossom, citrus fruits and five beneficial plants to evoke sweet memories. The scent transports you to a springtime stroll through Mediterranean orange trees and conjures the fresh, juicy scent of summer fruits.

Available: www.usa.lecouventdesminimes.com

Soap & Paper Factory with Patch NYC Eau de Cologne in Stag ($46 USD): Give your man a fragrance you both will love with this collaboration between Soap & Paper Factory and Patch NYC. With rustic Siberian Fir played against notes of warm Cedarwood and surprising Raspberry, this fragrance is rugged and masculine.

http://www.SoapandPaperFactory.com

Tammy Fender Rose Geranium & Tangerine Body Lotion ($75 USD) — Give your mom, sister or best friend the glow and hydration they deserve with this vitamin and antioxidant packed luxurious body lotion. The pure essential oils of geranium and neroli paired with essential fatty acids restore moisture balance to leave the skin soft, supple and nourished.

Available at http://www.tammyfender.com

Bedside Table Set ($166 USD) — For pampering on par with Egyptian cotton and turndown service.

*Set Includes: -BY TERRY Baume de Rose -DIOR Crème Abricot Nail crème .35 oz -LA MER The Hand Treatment 3.4 oz -VIOLET GREY Makeup Bag

Purchase this and other great sets at www.violetgrey.com

Are you picking up any beauty gifts for family or friends? Leave a comment and let me know!

Give Her The Gift Of Beauty This Valentine’s Day!

Beauty gifts can be a welcome change from the usual flowers and candy on Valentine’s Day. I know I would love to receive fragrance, skin care or makeup! But I am a beauty junkie!

These ideas below are perfect for all of the beauty junkies in your life!

Korres The Brightest Skin Wild Rose Collection ($48 USD) — This complete Wild Rose collection features three steps for your brightest skin. Formulated with wild rose oil, a powerful natural source of vitamin C, this regimen includes the iconic Wild Rose Brightening & Refining Buff Cleanser and Wild Rose 24-Hour Moisturiser paired with the best-selling Wild Rose Sleeping Facial. Gently buff skin day and night with the Wild Rose Cleanser, quench skin with all-day moisturization with the Wild Rose 24-Hour Cream, and reveal brighter, petal soft skin by morning with the Wild Rose Sleeping Facial.

This set contains:
– 0.68 oz Wild Rose Brightening & Refinishing Buff Cleanser
– 0.68 oz Wild Rose Brightening 24-Hour Moisturiser
– 1.35 oz Wild Rose Advanced Brightening Sleeping Facial

Available at http://www.sephora.com

Lipstick Queen Beta Noire Trio — Lipstick Queen Bete Noire Trio

Lipstick Queen Bete Noire Trio ($40 USD) — Embrace this season’s glamorous dark lip with Bête Noire, a super-flattering blackberry shade in three chic, flattering and seductive formulations. Possessed Sheer is a silky, wet formula for a mere crush of forest fruits on the lips. Enriched with anti-oxidant Vitamin E and nourishing moisturizing oils, this lipstick keeps lips soft, comfortable and hydrated. Next, discover this same shade in Possessed Intense’s rich, creamy and opaque formula which cloaks the lips with deep, powerful and enduring pigments while moisture-rich oils and waxes ensure lips remain super comfortable and soft. Finally, the metallic finish of Possessed Metal takes statement lips to the next level with its burnished and richly shimmered texture. Enhanced with Apricot Kernel Oil, it glides on effortlessly, dressing the lips with long-lasting and hydrating color.

Purchase at http://www.lipstickqueen.com

Spa Sonic Pro Skin Care System — $41.99 (reg. price $74.99) on sale now through Valentine’s Day at http://www.drugstore.com. This new two-speed waterproof device, is dermatologist recommended and ideal for use in the shower, bath and sink. Gently cleanse, smooth and exfoliate the skin with one of five attachments: a large brush for the body, a small brush for the face, a pumice for rough areas, a facial sponge and pore minimizing silicone brush. Also included is a luxurious and convenient travel tote.

Purchase on sale now at http://www.drugstore.com

XO Memebox I’m Series Eyeshadow Duo Set — Meet all I’m Series Eyeshadow at Black Friday Pre-Sale price! $32.5 value for $24.40 + Free Shipping!

This set includes:
1. I’m Series #01 Sunset Eye Shadow ($6.5)
2. I’m Series #02 Wonderland Eye Shadow ($6.5)
3. I’m Series #03 Fallen Eye Shadow ($6.5)
4. I’m Series #04 Soul Eye Shadow ($6.5)
5. I’m Series #05 Queen Eye Shadow ($6.5)

I have this in Wonderland and it’s soft and pretty on!

Available at http://www.us.memebox.com

L’Occitane Roses et Reines Voyage Gift Set — ($28 USD) includes a Roses et Reines Silky Shower Gel (75ML), Beautifying Body Milk (75 ML), Hand Cream (30ML), and Bonne Mere Rose Soap (100GR).

This and other great Valentine’s Day sets will be available on February 4th on usa.loccitane.com.

Savannah Bee The Sweetest Surprise Valentine's Day Gift Set — Savannah Bee The Sweetest Surprise Valentine’s Day Gift Set

Savannah Bee’s Sweetest Surprise Valentine’s Day gift set ($54.50 USD) — will thrill the honey and chocolate lover in your life. This incredible gift set includes one 12oz jar of Savannah Bee Tupelo honey, one 12oz jar of Savannah Bee Winter White honey, one 3.35oz jar of Adam Turoni’s decadent Honey Caramel Sauce, and one, tube of Adam Turoni’s Dark Chocolate Honey Hazelnut Truffles! With the combination of these four products, this is a “can’t miss” Valentine’s Day gift.

I know that this isn’t a beauty set, but I receive a sample of this and it is amazing! And Savannah Bee does have bath products as well as consumables. Plus, I will be announcing a Savannah Bee giveaway soon!

This and other great Valentine’s sets are available at http://www.savannahbee.com

What are you giving the ladies in your life for Valentine’s Day? Leave a comment and let me know!

Holiday Fragrance Gift Guide 2014

Still looking for the perfect beauty gift for the amazing ladies in your life? Fragrance is a great choice! If you know her favorite scent, or even her favorite notes, you can surprise her with a present she will enjoy every day!

Some perfect ideas are:

L’Occitane Arlésienne Eau de Toilette ($50 USD, 2.5 fl. oz.) — This eau de toilette is a feminine floral fusion, the embodiment of the woman of Arles –the Arlésienne. Elegant and mysterious, she leaves in her wake a unique trail that lingers wherever she goes. L’OCCITANE reveals her in a subtle bouquet of three flowers: the rose for her grace, the sweet violet for her mystery, and the saffron for her temperament.
Made with extracts of rose from Grasse, sweet violet, and saffron from Provence.

Available at usa.loccitane.com.

Strange Invisible Perfumes, Perfumes of the Zodiac Collection ($125 per perfume– This extraordinary collection consists of twelve botanical fragrances, each representing a sign on the astrological chart. Drawing inspiration from her fascination with the cosmos, Balahoutis was compelled to create this collection to convey the complexity of astrology through the art of botanical perfumery.

“I see the constellations of the zodiac as a palette of twelve mysterious essences. Like botanical essences, their content is complex and elusive. They somehow power aspects of our personalities and influence our lives certainly, yet without explanation.” – Alexandra Balahoutis, Perfumer and Founder

The twelve scents are intended to be layered and the wearer encouraged to choose the scent or scents they most admire, rather than feel limited to their sun sign. “We all have more than one sign layered within our personality much like the layers of a perfume composition. The Perfumes of the Zodiac collection lends itself to reflect that,” says Balahoutis.

Visit http://www.siperfumes.com to learn more about your sign’s scent.

B.BALENCIAGA ($82 1 oz, $110 1.7 oz and $145 2.5 oz) The B.BALENCIAGA woman is mysterious and feminine. Confident in her form and free to express emotion and sensuality. The more she reveals, the more intriguing she becomes. Fresh and alluring, the fragrance opens with green notes of lily of the valley bell and violet green leaves accord. As B.BALENCIAGA evolves, the iris note reveals a powdery essence before drying down with darker woody notes of cashmeran woods.

TOP: Lily of the Valley Bell, Violet Green Leaves Accord, Green Edamame Accord

HEART: Iris Root, Cedarwood Heart

BASE: Ambrette Seeds, Cashmeran Wood

Available at Sephora and specialty retailers.

Forever Vera by Vera Wang ($42, 1 oz and $49.50, 1.7 oz — Forever Vera is the essence of timeless beauty. Weightless with a sense of warmth, it feels sensual on a woman’s bare skin. Forever Vera’s classic elegance celebrates a woman’s most intimate moment of reflection. Forever Vera makes a woman feel beautiful in her own skin as velvety textures of white peach and gardenia blend with a splash of refreshing coconut water as a tender top note.

TOP: White Peach, Gardenia Brazil NP, Coconut Water

HEART: Orris, Blooming Lilac, Rum

BASE: Sandalwood, Tonka Beans, Skin Musk

Available at Kohl’s and Ulta.

Sofia by Sofia Vergara Gift Set ($60 USD) — Sofia by Sofia Vergara is a passionately constructed fragrance inspired by Sofia’s unrivaled beauty, charm and unforgettable magnetism.

The exquisite scent opens with a sparkling cocktail of cassis buds, juicy black berries and luscious plum nectar, to evoke Sofia’s playful energy.

The heart is a voluptuous floral blend starring Colombian Rose combined with the allure purple Violet and Colombian Luna Musica Orchid, creating a mysterious and exotic aura.

As the fragrance unwraps, earthy Woods are softened with the addiction of Toasted Prailine, Vanilla Absolute and creamy Sandalwood for a long lasting and unforgettable finish.

Set Contains:
1 Eau De Parfum Spray 3.4oz;
1 Body Lotion 3.4oz;
1 Eau De Parfum Pencil Spray 0.34oz.

Notes: Blackberry, Sparkling Cassis Buds, Plum, Purple Violet, Colombian Rose, Colombian Orchid, Earthy Woods, Vanilla, Sandalwood.

Purchase at http://www.perfumania.com

Are you picking up any fragrance gifts this year?

Fun Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Mother’s Day is in a week! Time to grab something fun and different for mom. Below are some great beauty, home and treat ideas just for mom. Hopefully you’ll find the perfect gift for her!

Soap and Paper Factory Solid Perfume ($18 USD): Soap & Paper Factory’s beautiful, solid perfumes are a perfect way to keep your favorite scent smelling fresh all day. Apply to your pulse points, as often as desired, or dig deep and use as a pomade. Created with pure jojoba, beeswax, Soap & Paper Factory’s Solid Perfumes are available in 12 of their signature fragrances. This Mother’s Day, I recommend keeping it fresh with choosing a Solid Perfume in Lavender or Jasmine.

Available at www.soapandpaperfactory.com.

Dana's Bakery Adult Juice Box — Dana’s Bakery Adult Juice Box

Searching for the perfect gift to give your mom this Mother’s Day? With May 11th quickly approaching, it’s time to get moving! Luckily, Dana’s Bakery has made it easy with her unique and delicious cocktail inspired Mother’s Day “Adult Juice” box, consisting of Margarita, Cosmopolitan and Peach Bellini (yum!). They are now available for pre-order at http://www.danasbakery.com to ensure they arrive on time for Mother’s Day.

Hen House Linens — Give Mom the gift of a beautiful table with these spring patterns for table linens. Add a little fancy to your daily routine. Hen House cloth napkins and placemats always feel elegant even when take-out Thai and a box of wine do not. Keep six napkins of ALL your favorite coordinating colors on hand for daily use. There is nothing easier than adding a beautiful cloth napkin to your table to make your family or guests feel at once fussed over and comfortable. Paperless living never felt so good!

Visit http://www.henhouselinens.com to learn more.

Mally Beauty Lip Magnifier ($20 USD) — Give mom the chance to plump her pout with Mally’s high-shine, ultra-smooth lip color. Mally Beauty’s Lip Magnifier combines luminous color with a refreshing, multitasking formula which combines the creamy color of a lipstick, with an ultra-fierce shine of a gloss. Available in 15 gorgois shades, but for this Mother’s Day I recommend gifting mom Mally’s Lip Magnifier in Nude Rose!

Available at www.mallybeauty.com

Save busy moms a trip to the store and give them the gift of a relaxing bath with new, gentle bubble baths and creams that are designed for babies’ delicate skin, but use stress reliving natural ingredients like lavender and chamomile, perfect for moms to relax with after a long day. Baby Sebamed is a top dermatologist-developed skin care brand formulated at pH 5.5, the ideal pH for babies’ skin. Made especially for sensitive, delicate and even problematic skin, Sebamed formulas are hypoallergenic and tear, soap, gluten and alkali free. They are tested and approved by moms and dermatologists, and can be used on newborns through to toddlers. For a complete package, pair these gifts with a soft towel or bathtub toys.

Available at http://www.sebamedusa.com

Whatever you decide to get for that lucky lady in your life — I’m sure she will love it! Enjoy!