Nail Care – Page 4 – Forty, Flirty & Fabulous

My Beauty Favorites — Week of May 15-21, 2017

It’s been a stormy week in Kansas City, but it’s sunny today! That makes me think of summer and gorgeous summer makeup!

My favorites this week include new launches from essence cosmetics, Miracle Skin Transformer and Pur Cosmetics. These products will keep skin glowing and nails shimmering throughout summer:

essence cosmetics Out of Space Stories Nail Polish Collection

Out of this world! Introducing the Out of Space Stories Nail Polish Collection ($2.99 USD) by essence cosmetics. These holographic, iridescent and metallic nail polishes are available in 7 bright colors perfect for an intergalactic adventure.

What I think: These are really fun polishes! Great for fingers and toes. They go on smoothly and last a week with a base and top coat. And they are an affordable option if you’d like to try a holo or other sparkly polish!

Purchase at essencemakeup.com!

Miracle Skin Transformer Pure Reflection Fluid Finish Foundation ($36 USD) — a color solution with an emphasis on skin, and feature Chroma-Quench, a fusion of peptides to support & strengthen, humectants to draw and bind water for natural hydration, light-reflecting particles and pigment, allowing you to create a cocktail for customized complexion solutions.

What I think: This hydrating foundation smells like a margarita! At least it does to me. It applies really smoothly and I’d say it has a medium coverage. It feels so light on, it will be perfect for summer. I don’t like to wear anything heavy on my face when it gets hot out, and this will be perfect! Available in two shades Buff/Light and Honey/Medium.

Available at miracleskintransformer.com

Pur Cosmetics Bronze Your Selfie Skin-Perfecting Face and Body Liquid Bronzer ($26 USD) — Bronze your selfie with liquid gold and added radiance for your entire body. This liquid bronzer veils the skin in PÜR’s skin nourishing and perfecting Energy Complex and a prismatic, imperfection blurring bronzer technology that gives a natural sexy sun-kissed hue. This versatile formula can be worn alone or with makeup and on both the face and body. It easily smooths onto skin and locks into place for long-lasting tropical radiance.

Pur Cosmetics Make It Matte Oil Mattifying Blotting Stick ($26 USD) — Oily skin has finally met its matte. This versatile blotting stick instantly mattifies and perfects without over drying the skin, leaving you with a shine-free look that’s comfortable. Use it before makeup application as a mattifying primer or on-the-go for touchups throughout the day. Breakthrough shine doesn’t stand a chance!

What I think: The bronzer has a slight shimmer to it and it is a really pretty golden color. I think it’s perfect for arms and legs to smooth skin or enhance a tan. the blotting stick will be perfect for when it gets hot and humid in KC. It helps skin stay matte all day. It works well under makeup or on it’s own for a natural look.

Purchase at http://www.purcosmetics.com

What new products have you been loving this week?

Sinful Colors Color Rebellious, Color Eccentric and Color Symbolic Collections For 80’s Inspired Nails

Get your neon, lace and drama on with 80’s inspired nail polish! Sinful Colors celebrates the 80’s by introducing three NEW collections for a totally rad flashback! The collections are:

Sinful Colors Color Rebellious Strike a pose with the NEW Sinful Colors Color Rebellious collection. Inspired by the blond & ambitious Queen of Pop, this collection of super-saturated shades like electric blue and lipstick red will rock the stage. Perfect the punk rock look and own the dance floor in colors with attitude.

Limited Edition

Cherish Me – hardcore pewter polish with heavy metal glitter accents

Starlight – a star bright glittering gold metallic

Pop Queen – shimmering blue-grey metallic studded with bright blue heavy metal accents

The Classics

Cream Pink – bubblegum pink

Endless Blue – en vogue electric blue

Energetic Red – bright lipstick red with attitude

Feel the Vibe – vibrant orange shade

Yolo Yellow – bright yellow hue

Sinful Colors Color Eccentric Get out of this world color with eccentric neon brights. Inspired by the electric pop and glam rock music of David Bowie, the NEW SinfulColors Color Eccentric collection makes a star-power statement. Stand out in electric yellow and lime green, or combine unexpected colors for an eccentric, shocking look.

Limited Edition

Diamond Blogs – neon fuchsia

Interglamatic – vivid violet

She’s From Mars – neon bright pink

Eccentricity – neon orange

Out in Space – neon yellow

Jean Queen – vibrant neon teal

Sinful Shine Color Symbolic — From red corvettes to purple rains and mood indigos, Prince’s music is painted with vibrant color. Inspired by the transcendent and unique persona of the legendary musician, SinfulShine’s NEW Color Symbolic collection is funky, fresh and flamboyant all at once. With a focus on purple hues from deep plum to velvety violet and raspberry, you’ll want to party like its 1999!

Limited Edition

Cranberry Ca raze – fuchsia pearl with an unexpected violet flash

Funky Fierce – violet metallic with a flamboyant gold flash

Rule My World – decadent gold metallic

So Symbolic – sparkling velvety purple

The Classics

Devious – deep blood red

Pragmatic – feisty shade of lavender

Prosecco – glittering neutral gold

Tutu Thrill – pastel pink

Top these off with Sinful Colors Top Coat – shockingly shiny top coat to lock in crazy color. To make the colors pop use the White on Time base coat — a white shade to be applied under neons for the ultimate vivid effect

Color Symbolic and Color Eccentric are $2.99 per bottle and Color Rebellious is $1.99 per bottle. The products are Made in the USA and 5 Free (Toluene, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, DPB and Camphor Free)

Available May 2017 in mass market retailers nationwide!

My Beauty Favorites — Week of December 26, 2016 – January 1, 2017

Happy New Year! I hope the first day of 2017 has treated you well!

I have been taking a couple of holiday weeks off from blogging, but I am back! I hope to blog more frequently once I have more amazing products to review, like the ones below.

These products are my fave this week. They include gorgeous lip products, a zesty body soap, a cool round hair styling brush, and fab new nail polishes:

LORAC Alter Ego Lip Liner

LORAC Alter Ego Lipstick

LORAC Alter Ego Lip Liner ($17 USD) –These sexy and playful lip liners are highly-pigmented, smudge-proof and perfect for lining or filling in your lips for color that lasts. Alter Ego Lip Liners contain antioxidants such as Acai Berry, Pomegranate, Grape Seed Extract, and Vitamin E to help keep lips soft and healthy while preventing color from bleeding, feathering and fading. Whether you wish to be a Goddess, Socialite or a Dominatrix (even if just for a night), Alter Ego Lip Liner comes in a gorgeous range of colors from soft nudes to vivid hues to create any look you covet. Embrace your every identity and dress up your lips with LORAC.

LORAC Alter Ego Lipstick ($17 USD) — Instantly transform your look with LORAC Alter Ego Lipstick. These sexy and playful lipsticks coat your lips in highly-pigmented color with an opaque, matte finish. Alter Ego Lipstick contains antioxidants such as Acai Berry, Pomegranate, Grape Seed Extract, and Vitamins C and E.

What I think: The lip pencil is amazing! I have it in Duchess, the color above. It is my lip color but better, so I can wear it under all colors of lipstick, like the nude above. The lipstick is a moisture-rich matte, not a drying one. It looks gorgeous on and is comfortable to wear. Pair them together and they last for hours!

Available at http://www.loraccosmetics.com

MALIN+GOETZ lime bar soap ($16 at MALIN+GOETZ flagship apothecaries, www.malinandgoetz.com, Barneys, Bloomingdale’s, Space NK)
Now in a larger 5oz size, the foaming cleansing bar is synthesized with the refreshing lime tonic eau de toilette, gently and effectively purifying and balancing all skin types. Blended to hydrate while rinsing free of residue without irritation, drying, or stripping; helping to reduce epidermal stress. Natural color. Easily integrated into daily maintenance and prevention regimen.

What I think: I love the brisk scent of this soap! It cleans and hydrates all at once. It can be used every day!

Purchaes at http://www.target.com

Conair UltraDetangler Medium Nylon Round Brush ($14.99 USD)
Say goodbye to tangled hair! Conair’s UltraDetangler get out knots in wet or dry hair. Great for thick and unmanageable hair that is unruly.

What I think: This is a very nice brush. It is large enough to give body and big waves while blowing dry. I also use it on dry hair to turn my hair under and smooth it. It leaves my hair soft and shiny!

Purchase at http://www.target.com

Society Ruler

Devil Wears Nada

Hooked On Onyx

Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure you love is now even better with amazing new shades. Style starts with a stunning spectrum of high-shine, perfectly pigmented nail polishes in on-trend, elegant hues. Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure™ introduces fashion-forward colors ranging from wearable, sparkle-spiked neutrals to daringly deep tones. The new formula delivers up to 64% stronger nails and up to 10 days of chip-resistant wear. It’s everything you need to achieve a professional nail look at home. Here, six dazzling new shades in the Complete Salon Manicure™ lineup, available in a range of finishes.

Like the perfect wardrobe collection, the shades range from chic neutrals to deeper tones that express your mood:

World Is My Oyster Make moves in this ethereal take on a pearlescent copper nude.

Society Ruler Channel the upper echelons in this rich burgundy.

Hooked On Onyx Vamp it up in this gem of a glossy black polish.

Devil Wears Nada is a nakedly daring neutral pink-beige blend.

Freedom Of Peach Punch up your tips in this fruity, sun-ripened peach tint.

Mauvin’ On Up Decorate those digits with a penthouse-worthy creamy pink-mauve hue.

What I think: These are all really fresh colors, perfect for all seasons. Devil Wears Nada is my favorite, because I love nude nails. With these polishes, I don’t need a base or top coat so they are quick and easy to use and last for days.

Purchase at a mass market retailer near you!

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

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Go Glam This Holiday Season With Lipstick Queen, AVON and Sally Hansen

Are you starting to think about your glam holiday looks? I am! I usually add rich colors, a bit of sparkle and always try to have my nail painted. A complete look is so nice during the festive season.

Below are my new faves, they are all amazing!

Lipstick Queen’s has released three new Saint & Sinner lipstick ($24 USD each) shades. For those whose nice side rules, the Saint formulation is for you. With 10% pigment, this formula allows the colors to glide with a touch of sheen that gives lips a lustrous, hydrating look and feel.

For those who land on the naughty spectrum, the Sinner formula will speak to you. Containing 90% pigmentation, the colors are bold and intense, without the worry of lips drying out.

Candy – the perfect hot pink shade for all skin tones, this shade will be sure to turn heads

Mauve – a regal mix of pink and purple inspired by Marie Antoinette

Bordeaux – everything you’ve ever wanted in a rich wine for your lips

What I think: I love that Lipstick Queen takes one color and makes it in two finishes. Both formulas are very hydrating. The Saint is perfect for day while the Sinner is a bold evening choice! I have these in Mauve and Bordeaux and they are both gorgeous!

Available now at Lipstickqueen.com & Ulta.com

Avon True Color Glimmersticks

Avon True Color Wide Awake Mascara

Feeling tired from your daily beauty routine? Give your look an instant wake-up call with Avon True Color Wide Awake Mascara and newly revamped Glimmersticks!

Avon True Color Glimmersticks ($7 each) – Loaded with pure-color pigment, these long-lasting eyeliners give your eyes a shot of sexy sparkle with ease and precision

Avon True Color Wide Awake Mascara ($5.99) – Made with Avon’s Lift&Lock Technology, this new mascara provides intense color, length, and volume in just one swipe

What I think: The Glimmersticks are almost magical! They glide right on, set quickly and last all day long. I applied a vibrant teal one to my top lid in the morning one day, and when I went to bed, it was still on and it looked like I just applied it! The Wide Awake mascara lifts my straight lashes and lengthens them too!

Learn more and purchased at avon.com

Sally Hansen Color Therapy in Exotic Acai ($8.99 each) — Sally Hansen’s Color Therapy nail polish contains a patented micro-delivery system that delivers an argan oil-enriched formula, resulting in intensive nourishment and instant moisture for healthier-looking nails. The Color Therapy nail polish needs no base coat so the oil complex can directly contact the bare nail. 9 out of 10 women experienced a noticeable improvement in their natural nails after wearing the Color Therapy nail polish. Vibrant tones, available in three magnificent palettes, glide on for a radiant, shiny finish with up to 10 days of fade-proof, chip-resistant wear. The Color Therapy nail polish provides the ultimate color that cares while you wear, with everything needed to restore nails without sacrificing luminous color.

What I think: Amazing! I love this polish. It goes on very smoothly and the color is gorgeous. With 38 shades, there’s a color for everyone. And the best part, I wore this for a whole week with only a couple of small chips! The only issue was a little nail regrowth. Polish never lasts that long for me because I am hard on my hands. And when I did remove it, my nails were so smooth! I highly recommend this polish!

Learn more at http://www.sallyhansen.com

Have you tried any of these? What are your current faves?

My Beauty Favorites — Week of November 6-13, 2016

It finally feels like fall in Kansas City! It has been much cooler the last few days and I have finally been able to wear my boots and sweaters. Yay!

This week I am loving a variety of products including a lush fragrance, purifying hair care, nail polish with gold and a very fall body wash:

Molton Brown Rosa Absolute Eau de Toilette ($65 USD) — An opulent, floral eau de toilette, evoking romantic femininity with Italian red rose, spicy pink pepper and sweet vanilla.

The fragrance
Top notes: blackcurrant, pink pepper and raspberry.
Heart notes: rose, violet leaf and geranium.
Base notes: patchouli, labdanum and vanilla.

What I think: This smells amazing, really sweet and floral, but it has a little spice to it, too. I think it’s perfect for the fall and winter, it’s a substantial scent.

Purchase at http://www.moltonbrown.com

Dessange Paris Purifying Clay Pre-Shampoo Mask

Dessange Paris Purifying Clay Balancing Shampoo

Dessange Paris Purifying Clay Pre-Shampoo Mask ($8.99 USD) — This first of its kind, clay-in-mask pre-shampoo regulating treatment incorporates a breakthrough skin purifying technology that targets an oily scalp. The unique formula, containing mineral clay concentration, works to absorb sebum excess and regulate oil production over time while the professional application brush allows for targeted, even coverage. The scalp is left deeply purified, helping to drastically reduce excess oil production. Dating back to ancient times, the virtues of clay have been used for centuries in cosmetic and therapeutic remedies to absorb sebum and eliminate toxins.

Dessange Paris Purifying Clay Balancing Shampoo ($9.99 USD) — The second step in the Purifying Clay system, the pro-vitamin b5 enhanced balancing shampoo, helps to minimize oily roots while moisturizing ends, producing balanced hair from root to tip. The pro-vitamin b5 is known for its protective properties of the fiber capillary, helping repair and soften the hair. Hair and scalp become re-balanced, with the added benefit of a light cherry, violet, and vanilla scent.

What I think: This is a really cool system. My hair gets oily sometimes so it’s nice to treat it to a great deep cleaning. You use the mask first, then the shampoo. I brush the mask on my scalp and leave it on for about 5 minutes then rinse it out and use the shampoo. The system leaves my hair so soft and clean, without drying it out.

Purchase at http://www.target.com

Sally Hansen 18K Gold Hardener

Sally Hansen 18K Gold Cuticle Eraser

Sally Hansen 18K Gold Hardener ($7.49 USD) locks in moisture and strengthens nails. This eye-catching treatment combines real 18-karat gold with peptides and amino acids—ingredients known to promote healthy growth. The breakthrough complex envelopes the gold, creating a shatter-proof shield that protects nails so they can grow longer and stronger.

Sally Hansen 18K Gold Cuticle Eraser ($7.49 USD) is a must for healthy-looking, smooth cuticles. Meant to reduce and improve the appearance rough, ragged, parched cuticles, this decadent treatment renews and softens instantly while preparing nails for a flawless manicure.

What I think: the hardener is really nice on. It leaves nails with a soft gold glitter. It does leave nails harder and protects them. The cuticle eraser treats my dry cuticles and makes my nails look much smoother.

Purchase at mass market stores

Philip B. Chai Latte Soul & Body Wash ($35 USD) — Soothe your soul and celebrate your body with Philip B chai latte soul and body wash, a purifying magical potion of 20% pure botanicals. An herbaceous, spicy and aromatic deep-stimulating active cleanser that replenishes, energizes, and tones your skin. Honey, milk proteins and black tea extract, combined with cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger and black pepper, work synergistically to stimulate and warm your skin for over-all beneficial health and glow. Chai latte soul and body wash is an active formula that leaves you feeling heavenly, silky, warm and stimulated.

What I think: This smells just like chai to me! It’s very spicy and sweet and leaves such a nice scent. It also softens my skin after showering.

Learn more at http://www.philipb.com

Back To School Beauty!

School has started and fall is on the way! I am really looking forward to cooler weather (hopefully soon, it was about 85 in Kansas City today).

So what type of beauty products are great picks for back to school? I have been sent the following products for my honest review, and I am loving them! They include a powerhouse face cream, shampoo and conditioner that continues hydrating hair, invigorating body washes and gorgeous grey nail polishes:

Better Skin Mirakle Cream ($34 USD) — Mirakle Cream’s antioxidant-rich recipe is handcrafted in the U.S.A. and is the perfect blend of natural and science with natural ingredients such as beeswax, coconut oil, sea buckthorn, shea butter, cocoa butter, aloe and soothing algae to help moisturize, soften, balance and brighten skin. Helps calm skin while protecting skin’s moisture barrier and fighting signs of age. Hyaluronic acid acts as a humectant, continually drawing moisture from the air to keep skin hydrated at all times. Peptides help skin appear smoother, more youthful and radiant. Better Skin Mirakle Cream is free of gluten, parabens, fragrances, and safe for all skin types.

What I think: I’m am loving this face cream, and really loving the wonderful natural ingredients in it! I have used it as a night cream and as a day cream under SPF. It instantly makes my skin smoother and brighter. Over the couple of weeks I have been using it, I notice that my skin is younger looking, the tone and texture is much more even.

Available at www.UrbanOutfitters.com, www.Dermstore.com as well as www.TheBetterSkinCo.com.

Philip B. Oud Royal Forever Shine Shampoo and Conditioner

Philip B. Oud Royal Forever Shine Shampoo ($84 USD) and Conditioner ($95 USD) — What if your hair became more beautiful as the days went by? Introducing the first-ever shampoo and conditioner with time-released botanical moisturizers, for sexy volume, shine and a gorgeous scent that go on and on. Moisturizing botanicals are treated with high-vapor energy, breaking them into tiny molecules that sink in and strengthen hair from the inside out. Revives, defines and de-frizzes curls; creates sleek, swingy blowouts; and lends fine hair uplifting body and fullness.A time-released botanical delivery system (made with natural Safflower Oleosomes) infuses hair with lasting glossiness, bounce, and the light, seductive scent of pure Oud. Paraben free; color & keratin-treatment safe.

What I think: This luxurious hair care duo is really cool and high tech! The time-released moisturizers keep hair soft and shiny until you wash them again. My hair does get frizzy, and this helps so much! And for something that works so well, the all natural ingredients also make it good for you! Plus, it smells amazing, spicy and perfect for fall.

Purchase at http://www.philipb.com

Molton Brown Pink Pepperpod and Black Peppercorn Body Washes ($30 each 10 oz) —

Pink Pepperpod: A spicy, moisturizing bath and body wash blended with pink pepperpods for antioxidant protection.

Top note: fiery pink pepper.
Heart note: ginger.
Base note: rich patchouli

Black Peppercorn: A luxurious bath and body wash blended with Madagascan Black Peppercorn oil.

Top note: refreshing coriander.
Heart note: black peppercorns.
Base note: aromatic vetiver.

What I think: These spicy scents are both very invigorating, and unisex, which is perfect for big family where everyone shares products. They are both hydrating and help make skin soft as well as clean.

Purchase each at http://www.moltonbrown.com

Lauren B. Greystone Grey

Lauren B. Downtown Skyline

Lauren B. Nail Polish ($18 each) The advanced, quick-drying nail enamels deliver a chip-resistant, long-lasting, mirror-like finish. The brush is packed with twice the standard amount of bristles, all pre-lacquered so your polish glides on smoothly and streak-free. The bottle has a special over-cap, so you can use a square or cylindrical handle for more control. Bonus: Each formula is non toxic, eco- and vegan-friendly (with no formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, DBP, toluene or camphor), TPHP free, and proudly made in the USA.

Greystone Grey — Muted but with a wild side: This glossy silver slate hue makes the prettiest neutral, while staying unexpectedly moody.

Downtown Skyline — Flecked with silvery shimmer, this mesmerizing deep blue-grey looks offhand and cool with jeans and a tank, or it can give just the right of edge to an evening look.

What I think: I love the formulation of this polish. It is smooth and really easy to apply. Two coats and it lasts for about a week. Both colors are beautiful for fall, and for back to school.

Purchase at http://www.laurenbbeauty.com

My Beauty Favorites — Week of July 11-17, 2016

We had milder, rainy days last week, but this week is going to be a scorcher! I have been trying tons of amazing summer products and collections lately and want to review a few of my new favorites!

This week, I have been loving a fresh nail polish collection, sports socks for summer workouts, a luxe soap-on-a-rope, and a natural deodorant:

Salley Hansen The Miracle Gel Royal Splendor Collection

Sally Hansen The Miracle Gel Royal Splendor Collection ($9.99 USD) — Give your nails the royal treatment! Sally Hansen Miracle Gel will keep your manicure looking majestic with up to 14 days of color and shine. The revolutionary, #1 zero light gel manicure system boasts seven new splendid hues in its “Royal Splendor” collection. The Miracle Gel 2X Volume Top Coat must be used in tandem with the Miracle Gel shades to experience the long-lasting benefits of its no-light curing technology.

The “Royal Splendor” collection features seven new regal shades:

Plush Blush This powder pink features a Hall Of Mirrors-esque iridescence
Frill Seeker Stop searching, you’ve arrived at the perfect resplendent, creamy-peach shade
Regal Rosé Wine and dine — or let them eat cake — in a sparkling pale peony
Mauve-olous Take the throne in this beige-tinged medium-pink tone
Off with her Red! Hold court with this vibrant, true red
Can’t Beet Royalty Bring it to the boudoir in this rich maroon
Prince Char-mint A refreshingly Versailles-worthy pale verdant hue

What I think: These colors are so interesting. You either have soft pastels or bright reds. They are so pretty on fingers and toes. Top the polish with The Miracle Gel 2X Volume Top Coat and your polish will last much longer!

Purchase at a mass market retailer near you.

Soft & Breathable Cushioned No Show Socks

X-Sport Women’s Cushioned Tab Back Sock

Ahh, said the foot Sport Microfiber No Show Socks

No Nonsense athletic socks:

Soft & Breathable™ Cushioned No Show Socks – 3 Pair Pack ($5.79 USD) — Try our No nonsense Soft and Breathable mesh no show sock. They are made with cotton for comfort and they wick moisture to keep feet cool, dry and comfortable. Ventilated panels made with nylon and spandex for ultimate breathability. Made in the USA!

X-Sport Women’s Cushioned Tab Back Sock-3 Pair Pack ($6.49 USD) — No nonsense X-Sport Women’s Cushioned Tab Back Sock is designed to keep up with any athletic activity. This 3 pair pack of socks features two solid pair and one pair with fresh color accents. Back tab on sock makes helps to prevent chafing while wearing your favorite athletic shoe. Made from cotton/nylon blend.

Ahh, said the foot® Sport Microfiber No Show Socks – 3 Pair Pack ($5.49 USD) — These soft, uncushioned, microfiber no show socks are made with lightweight nylon and spandex for comfort and offer a great fit. 3-pair pack assortments include: Asst#1: 1pr each under the sea/paradise pink/mermaid, Asst#2:1pr each neon-blue/paradise pink /sunshine, Asst#3: 1 pr black with 2 pr white socks. Colors may vary. Made in the USA in eco-conscious facilities.

What I think: These socks are very comfy! The Soft & Breathable socks keep socks dry and cool, which is needed when working out in hotter weather. The X-Sport socks work well with workout shoes and the Ahh, said the foot are so soft on my feet. All of these socks are really affordable, too.

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

Senteurs d’Orient’s Hammam Soap on a Rope ($38 USD) — Created to mimic the Hammam bath, or “Turkish Bath,” the soaps are made to allow you to enjoy a sensual, relaxing experience – but in a simplistic way. Handcrafted from the finest natural ingredients, each luxurious soap is sculpted with an elegant filigree inspired by the intricate designs of the Middle East and features a unique aromatherapy scent, specially created by master perfumers in Grasse, France.

The oversized, exquisite soaps offer unmatched elegance and charm and are available in 5 scents: Orange Blossom, Jasmine of Arabia, Amber, Rose of Damascus and Tuberose.

What I think: I have tried this in Tuberose and it smells amazing! I love how gorgeous it is and the large size. It will last a long time in the shower and keep you super clean!

Purchase at net-a-porter.com

Le Couvent des Minimes Everyday Deodorant with Alum Stone Eau des Minimes($13.50 USD) — Inspired by the tradition of “Miracle Waters”, beneficial recipes that were once distilled in convents, the Botanical Cologne of the Minimes Everyday Deodorant works to neutralize body odors while allowing skin to breathe. Thanks to its Original Recipe combining astringent Alum Stone with refreshing and purifying Essential Oils, its alcohol-free and aluminum chlorohydrate-free formula helps to combat the development of unpleasant smells and gently purify the skin.

Featuring Alum Stone to help combat unpleasant odor, essential oils of Blood Orange, Lemon and Mandarin to help refresh and to limit perspiration odors and essential oil of Rosemary to purify.

What I think: This smells amazing — fresh and citrusy. I usually need strong deodorant/antiperspirant, so I used this on a weekend day when I was at home. It really helped the smell for most of the day, but it isn’t and antiperspirant, and I really need one, especially in the summer! This would be perfect for a pre-teen or someone who isn’t very sweaty. I love that it’s natural!

Available at ulta.com.

What products are you loving this week? Leave a comment and let me know!

My Beauty Favorites — Week of June 27-July 3, 2016

Happy 4th of July! I hope you are having a great day! I decided to take a few minutes to write my favorites post from last week. A day late, but better late than never!

This week, I have been loving a luxe moisturizing cream, pedi products for smooth feet, and a device to help clear up breakouts!

ZO Skin Health Ommerse Renewal Crème ($102 USD) — A light, functional hydrator that targets dehydrated skin without leaving an oily residue. Helps restore hydration and repair the skin’s protective barrier. Promotes healthy skin repair. Calming and soothing and provides antioxidant protection.

What I think: This light cream is perfect for hydrating skin during warm weather. It sinks write into the skin and doesn’t irritate at all. My skin is soft and hydrated with daily use.

Available at http://www.zoskinhealth.com

Beauty 360 Sonic Perfect Pedi

Beauty 360 Comfort Hold Quarter Jaw Cuticle Nipper

Beauty 360 Ergo Nail Clippers

Beauty 360 Sonic Perfect Pedi ($49.99 USD) — Sonic power goes to your feet! The Beauty 360 Sonic Perfect Pedi features a brush head that operates at 300 oscillations per second for advanced cleansing, and a callus softener to smooth away rough, dry skin on the feet. There are 3 speeds, LOW/MED/HIGH, and an automatic timer that lets you know when it’s time to move to the other foot. Take it right into the shower, it’s waterproof!

Beauty 360 Comfort Hold Quarter Jaw Cuticle Nipper ($14.99 USD) — Angled tip precisely and quickly removes stubborn cuticles and hangnails while a spring mechanism prevents pulling for safe cleaning around the nails.

Beauty 360 Easy Hold Nail Clipper ($4.99 USD) — Achieve effortless, accurate clipping with precision blades and unique comfort grip handles. Their innovative ergonomic design places less pressure on hands for easy clipping and superior accuracy. Crafted levers fold neatly for storage, making it ideal for travel.

What I think: These products have really helped my rough feet! The Sonic Perfect Pedi is so cool. I use it in the shower to clean and remove dry skin from my feet. The cuticle nipper works really well to remove cuticles on hands and feet. The nail clipper is easy to hold and clip hard toenails.

Purchase at CVS stores and http://www.cvs.com

mē clear ($39 USD) — The first blue LED acne spot treatment, clear delivers breakthrough tri-action technology: blue light, sonic vibration, and gentle warming. Based on technology used by dermatologists, this combination heals and eliminates skin blemishes on the spot – in fact, 87% saw them disappear in just 24 hours! clear also prevents future breakouts without dryness or irritation. Safe and effective for all skin types. Portable and rechargeable, it takes just 2 minutes, 3 times a day.

What I think: This cool little device is easy to use, just apply it to the blemish and hold it there for 2 minutes three times a day. In a couple of days, my blemish was gone! It doesn’t irritate at all and leaves my skin smooth!

Available at mepower.com

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

My Beauty Favorites — Week of May 22-29, 2016

Summer beauty is becoming so important as it is getting hot and humid in Kansas City. To me, this means a waterproof mascara (of course), bright nail polish and natural skin and hair care!

Below are my new faves. Leave me a comment and let me know what you are using:

Lancôme’s Hypnôse Waterproof Mascara ($27.50 USD) — Our ultimate buildable volume mascara that increases lash volume up to 6 times is now in a waterproof version with 16 hour wear. Tiny, barely-there lashes are no match for the patented POWERFULL™ brush that intensifies lashes from root to tip with custom volume you can control. The exclusive SoftShield™, waterproof formula, enriched with Vitamin B5, wraps and seals lashes one luxurious layer at a time without smearing, smudging or clumping.

What I think: I like this waterproof mascara. It separates my lashes, and it does stay on all day. I do find I need more length and volume if I want a more dramatic, evening look. If so, I put a different mascara on, then layer this on top to define and keep my look waterproof. Or, use it on it’s own for natural summer looks.

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

Flirty & Dirty

Hollywood Hipster

Hot in the Hamptons

Trust Fund Beauty ($15 per polish) — is transforming the beauty industry with fun, luxe, fabulous colors that come with entertaining, out-of-the box names. Trust Fund Beauty is a nail polish and lipstick line that is free of dangerous toxins, cruelty-free, and 100% vegan.

What I think: The colors above are Flirty & Dirty a deep, dusty rose, Hollywood Hipster a teal crème and Hot in the Hamptons a bright pink, perfect for toes! I tried Hollywood Hipster and it is so gorgeous on. I only needed one coat, plus a top coat and it is staying on nicely! The color is so vibrant. I’m looking forward to trying the rest. And, I love that it is so much better for you than toxic polishes.

Purchase at http://www.trustfundbeauty.com

Nubian Heritage African Black Soap

The Vitamin Shoppe Macadamia Oil

Hobe Labs Avocado Oil

Natural products from TheVitaminShoppe to keep skin and hair glowing this summer:

Nubian Heritage African Black Soap ($3.99 5 oz) — Together, the deep cleansing of African Black Soap blended with 100% Shea Butter deliver an unsurpassed body cleansing experience that exfoliates without stripping skin of essential moisture. Oats and Vitamin E in the formula soothe, condition and prepare skin for moisture. Our traditional African Black Soap recipe Contains palm ash, plantain peel extract, tamarind extract and papaya enzymes

The Vitamin Shoppe Macadamia Oil (5.39 for 1.7 fl. oz.) — The Vitamin Shoppe Macadamia Rejuvenating Skin Care Oil, Balancing, Nurturing, Hydrating

Hobe Labs Avocado Oil ($7.99 USD, 4 fl. oz.) — Avocado Oil is a protein rich moisturizer that is high in Vitamins A and E plus potassium and other minerals. Excellent for dry skin and scalp problems. High antioxidant value improves elasticity and helps reduce fine lines.

What I think: These products are all natural and so nice for the summer. The soap will be perfect for my oily summer skin. It balances and keeps skin clean without drying it out.

I use the macadamia oil on my body after shower. It locks in the moisture and keeps skin soft all day. The avocado oil is so nice as a scalp treatment, and can be used on the skin as well. All of these products are affordable, too!

Purchase at http://www.vitaminshoppe.com

My Beauty Favorites — Week of April 18-24, 2016

It has been warm in Kansas City for the last few days. This makes me think that summer is around the corner!

So, this week I have been loving products that are perfect for the warm weather ahead. From a sunny cream strobing palette, a natural sunscreen and bright nail polish, check out these fab products:

PÜR Cosmetics Sun-Kissed Glow Strobe Palette ($34 USD) — Strobing brings a new dimension to facial contouring for instant luminescence. Highlight and define with three coordinating shades to create a custom, lit-from-within look for any skin tone. The silky cream glides onto skin for buildable, streak-free coverage and transforms quickly to a powdery, transfer-resistant finish. Infused with our proprietary, age-defying Ceretin Complex, a glowing, youthful-looking complexion has never been so easy.

What I think: This is a gorgeous cream palette. It gives a soft, glowy color. The colors in these palettes are warm and perfect for the spring and summer months ahead. They blend so well and stay on all day! Also available in Moonlight Glow Strobe Palette, which includes softer highlighting shades.

Available at http://www.purminerals.com

Lavanila The Healthy Sunscreen Sport Luxe SPF 30 ($22 USD) — Our 100% Natural, Sport Luxe SPF 30 was created for an active life in motion. A new generation of mineral sunscreen is infused with SmartSport™ Technology for high performance, ultra sheer protection that resists wear off from water and sweat. Packed with skin saving antioxidants, this formula delivers superior, water resistant SPF 30 to face & body while nourishing and replenishing the skin.

What I think: Natural sunscreens are amazing! Sometimes sunscreens can have harsh chemicals in them, so it’s nice to protect the skin with good for you ingredients. It is water resistant and is great in hot weather (it won’t sweat off)!

Available at http://www.lavanila.com

The Sally Hansen Miracle Gel 2016 Voyager Color Collection ($9.99 USD for a color and top coat pack) — Take a jaunt! Sally Hansen’s Miracle Gel™ journey will keep your manicure looking great for up to 14 days. The revolutionary gel manicure system with no light needed is the ideal travel companion, boasting six new fashion-forward hues in its Voyager collection. Each shade is accompanied by our Miracle Gel™ 2X Volume top coat in a duo pack. This plumping top coat must be used together with our Miracle Gel™ shades for up to 14 days of color and shine. This spring shade palette includes:

Headed Nude-Where: A beachy neutral that calls to mind endless sandy strolls.

Flushed Wanderer: Go where the wind takes you, wayfarer, with this muted blush tone.

Tawny Travels: This burnished brick red can’t be tied down.

In My Suitcase: This grayed-off beige shade packs a powerful punch and coordinates well with all of your vacation ensembles.

Take The Plunge: Wander the waters of unchartered territory in this deep blue, reminiscent of the Pacific Ocean.

Carry On Blue: This aqua hue will transport you to tropical ocean views.

What I think: This collection has something for almost everyone. Soft shades and brighter fun shade (for the toenails, maybe?) I’ve been wearing softer shades on my fingernails lately, so I love Headed Nude-Where and In My Suitcase. And, they last at least 4 to 5 days with the included top coat.

Purchase at mass market retailers near you.

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