Dermelect® Cosmeceuticals, the company that introduced the Peptide Infused, Anti-Aging Nail Treatments, is scheduled to launch the Dermelect Nail Strengthener Duo on QVC® Tuesday, February 3 at 6 PM (ET). The Nail Strengthener Duo, a configuration created for QVC customers, will consist of two of Dermelect’s top selling treatments, Launchpad Nail Strengthener Base Coat and Rejuvenail® Fortifying Nail & Cuticle Treatment. Dermelect’s Brand Educator and industry renowned makeup artist, Michelle Phillips, is scheduled to introduce the duo to QVC viewers, discussing how the formulation helps increase hydration and conditioning in the cuticles of dry skin.
“QVC provides an excellent opportunity to offer Dermelect’s innovative, targeted treatments to women who are seeking solutions for their problem nails. Their customers are the women that we have in mind when creating and formulating our treatments- there is a perfect synergy that should provide a win-win-win for not only QVC and Dermelect but for QVC viewers as well,” said Amos Lavian, Founder of Dermelect Cosmeceuticals.
The Nail Strengthener Duo targets the woman who is experiencing problems with her fingernails and is seeking solutions to help achieve beautiful nails. With a “skin care” approach to formulating its nail care treatments, Dermelect has infused anti-aging ingredients in their treatments, including: a Keratin Protein Peptide, Pentavitin, Hyaluronic Acid, Green Tea, Shea Butter and essential vitamins. This unique method has successfully established Dermelect as the first beauty brand to create an anti-aging category in nail care. In 2015, Dermelect looks to offer additional treatments on QVC.
The Dermelect Nail Strengthener Duo will be available, while supplies last, through QVC.com, the QVC apps or by calling 800.345.1515.
I will be receiving a sample of this to review, and I am so excited to try Dermelect. So stay tuned and please leave a comment if you have tried anything by Dermelect or if you will be watching tonight. I will be!
I am giving away a free Julep Hartleigh polish($14 value) in honor of Valentine’s Day to one of my awesome readers!
Hartleigh is a holographic heart glitter top coat. Breakthrough Oxygen Technology powers this fast-drying, long-lasting nail polish to get nails healthy and more beautiful at the same time. Our proprietary 5-free, vegan-friendly formula also includes strengthening Hexanal and antioxidant green coffee extract. You’ll never look at nail polish the same way again.
If you live in the US, you are welcome to enter by leaving a comment. Enter by Friday February 6th and I will send it out ASAP so you can get it by Valentines day!
I also have another giveaway going on now, for two luxe Savannah Bee Royal Jelly Body Butters. Learn more and enter here. Or, when you enter for the Hartleigh polish, comment that you would also like to enter the Savannah Bee giveaway. Good Luck!!!
Are you a Julep Maven? I have been for a couple of years and Julep is now my favorite nail polish!
Julep is a monthly subscription. If you pay 3 months at a time it’s $19.99 a month and if you pay monthly it’s $24.99. You get to customize your box and can choose your polish and beauty product shades each month. The polishes are gorgeous and it is so much fun to get a box each month. Plus, If you don’t want to receive it, you can skip for the month, or send it to a friend for a gift. Click here to subscribe.
My My Maven choices this month are the left three polishes and I added on the 4th for $6.99. My total this month was $31.98. The polishes are normally $14.00 each or $11.20 each for Mavens. The colors are from left to right:
London — Heather blossom crème Hazel — Wild violet and bronze duochrome Becky — Oil slick duochrome silk Ada — Bright rhubarb fizzy
Every Maven received a free polish this month, a gorgeous Holographic heart glitter top coat called Hartleigh. I got really lucky and received 5 more to give to friends! I’m so excited!
Here’s a close up of the polish (you can also see swatches on http://www.julep.com)
You can’t see it, but there are different sizes and colors of glitter, including the red heart-shaped ones.
I am going to give most away to friends, but, I am going to give one away to a lucky USA based reader!
Just leave a comment and I will choose one name on Friday February 6th and will ship it that day (once I get an address) so the lucky winner can have it by Valentine’s Day.
Good Luck to everyone! And if you would like to sign up to be a Julep Maven, click here. It’s really worth it to get a selection of quality nail polishes and beauty products each month!
A hope you all had a fab Christmas. New Year’s Eve is around the corner! There is so much going on, my skin has to be flawless and my make-up has to be long-wearing, plus, of course, I need gorgeous nails and hair!
The following products help with all of that!
ZSS Skincare Method NO. 1: Radiant Skin Formula
ZSS Skincare Method NO. 1: Radiant Skin Formula ($160 USD) — Each monthly package contains a 30-day supply of 0.5oz Nutri-Serum and dietary supplements. ZZSS Skincare Method No.1 for Radiant Skin helps keep skin radiant in spite of environmental challenge, supports healthy skin with age, promotes skin hydration and reduces redness caused by the skin’s exposure to the outside world.* This system is made from naturally sourced ingredients that engage the internal and external science of beautiful skin. Featuring our signature Nutri-Serum — to help repair damaged, dry and sensitive skin, diffuse redness, and provide skin firming and toning.
What I think: I have been testing this for a few weeks and have noticed that my skin is less red than before and is very hydrated. The serum is absorbed right into the skin, so I have been using it day and night and really like it! My skin tone also seems clearer.
Discover the beauty that radiates from every drop of Kesh Beauty Moroccan Argan Oil ($40 USD each). Available in Pure, Rose and Orange Blossom scents, the 100% organic cold-pressed argan oils are true multitaskers. Non-comedogenic and ideal for all skin and hair types, the unique single-dose spray dispenser delivers the perfect amount every time. Use it to nourish hair and skin from head to toe, while preventing and improving visible signs of aging.
What I think: These oils are so moisturizing and smell fantastic — my favorite is the Orange Blossom scent. I like to use it on my hair (to scent and hydrate), my cuticles and my body after a bath. So luxurious!
essence STAYS no matter what eye pencil and shadow in chocolate brownie
essence LASH mania reloaded waterproof
essence eyeliner pen waterproof
essence STAYS no matter what eye pencil & shadow ($2.99 USD) — This soft-textured, waterproof and long-lasting eye pencil and shadow lasts up to 16 hours – perfect for a Netflix marathon during a wintery stay-cation! The jumbo pencil-shadow-combo is blendable and easy to apply. Available in 6 colors including twinkling turquoise and chocolate brownie.
essence LASH mania reloaded waterproof ($4.99 USD) — Spread holiday cheer and laugh until you cry without worries! This innovative, elastomer, star-shaped brush accurately grips lashes, providing the ultimate faux-lash look – now in a waterproof formula!
essence eyeliner pen waterproof ($2.99 USD) — Throw away bulky jars and opt for a sleek, retractable gel eye pencil. This soft, waterproof and long-lasting formula is velvety and highly pigmented to make eyes pop when sneaking away on a tropical vay-cay. Available in a total of 6 colors to complement any look from beach bum to ski bunny.
What I think: These products are very waterproof and affordable! And since waterproof makeup is perfect all-year long (holiday tears anyone!). The eyeliners are available in lots of long-wearing shades and the mascara separates and stays on all day!
What I think: These affordable eye products can give a dramatic eye for new years and beyond! I love the range of colors and staying power of the gel eyeliners and the eyeliner pen is very easy to use. Waterproof mascara is useful year round, and this one doesn’t smudge or flake.
This winter, dress your nails with an alluring personality by donning Morgan Taylor’s Midnight Masquerade Winter 2014 color collection ($8.50 a bottle), which features six all-new shades inspired by the mystique of an after-hours affair. Lavish hues of burgundy, natural crème and everything in between make up this range, which is sure to glam up the dull winter months.
The six brand-new limited-edition shades are:
Vixen in A Mask: Sultry Scarlet shimmer
Jest-er Kidding: Platinum multicolor glitter
Flirting With The Phantom: Natural mauve crème
Don’t Rain on My Masquerade: Bronze pink glitter
The Big Reveal: Deep emerald shimmer
My Kind of Ball Gown: Vibrant rose crème
What I think: I love Morgan Taylor polishes. The color choices are gorgeous and they last almost a week without chipping! My favorite of this collection is My Kind of Ball Gown with Jest-er Kidding over it. So pretty!
Get gorgeous hair for any occasion this holiday season with got2b! Whether you’re bouncing from party to party or planning your own glam get-together, got2b will keep you hair looking its best all the way into the new year!
For incredible shine & to fight frizz use got2b glossy anti-frizz shine serum ($5.99 USD). Loaded with conditioning agents, this alcohol-free serum will control flyaways and give hair a luxurious shine. Perfect for color treated hair, it is also formulated with UV absorbers to keep hair strong and healthy.
For ultimate volume, use got2b 2sexy voluptuous volume hairspray ($7.49 USD) to achieve and maintain big, show-stopping, sexy hair. Naturally derived rice starch gives locks instant and long-lasting body, texture, and volume. The new Studio Sized can (12 oz.) and high performance BODY 10 boosting complex will bring your hair to new heights and hold for the ultimate style statement.
For a quick pick-me-up, use got2b POWDER’ful volumizing styling powder ($5.99 USD). Formulated with virtually weightless micro-particles that help texturize the hair’s surface, you can give your hair a radical root lift in ten seconds flat!
Halloween is in a few days, can you believe it?! Do you have your scary look ready?
I usually do my nails with fun Halloween colors and glitter. And sometimes I do crazy makeup, too.
Below are some great ideas to inspire you to dress up:
Milani Eye Tech Perfection Liquid Liner
Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Teal
Melani Runway Lashes Instant Volume Mascara
Want to be Cleopatra for Halloween? Or just want a fun, dramatic eye to go out in? Try these awesome products from Milani:
Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow ($3.99 USD) — Rich, vibrant color that glides on in a single stroke, delivering a stunning multi-dimensional effect. This eyeshadow can be used wet or dry as a shadow or highlighter.
Eye Tech Perfection Liquid Liner ($6.99 USD): The ergonomic handle is designed to be used by everyone and to line the eyes with ease
Runway Lashes Instant Volume Mascara ($3.99 USD): For lashes that look like they could leap right off the catwalk, swipe on this instant-impact mascara that lasts for hours.
What are you putting on your nails this Halloween? Mineral Fusion has your nails covered for all of your crazy costume ideas this Halloween. With over 60 gorgeous shades ($7.99 each), including bright metallics, basic neutrals, deep reds and blues, spunky sparkles and top and base coats, Mineral Fusion is the one-stop destination to complete your look for this spooky time of year!
Each formula is 100% Vegan and free of Formaldehyde, toluene, camphor and dibutyl phthalate.
Availability: Whole Foods Markets nationwide, as well as other fine health food stores and MineralFusion.com.
uslu airlines WOR Lipstick
uslu airlines BOO Nail Polish
uslu airlines CCS Lipstick
uslu airlines presents scarily cute nail polishes and lipsticks just in time for Halloween! Above are three of the spooky shades (all named after airport abbreviations):
WOR Lipstick — Bright Ivy Green
BOO Nail Polish — A Dark, Not Quite Navy Blue
CCS Lipstick — A Daring Deep Crimson Red
uslu airlines color products are made by using only the highest quality components, are clinically tested and are formulated for the most sensible skin compatibility. Relying on the most advanced quality formulas, uslu airlines sets the current trends with a range of fantastic colors that are second to none. uslu airlines nail polishes are 5-free! That means no formaldehyde, no dibutyl phthalate, no toluene, no formaldehyde resin and no camphor.
Don’t forget to take care of your skin after all of the crazy Halloween makeup! Drunk Elephant C-Firma Day Serum ($80 USD) is this season’s pick of the patch! Formulated with a powerful dose of Pumpkin Ferment Extract and packaged in orange, this super potent Vitamin C serum improves cellular renewal and works to enzymatically digest dead skin cells and decongest pores. With the help of powerful antioxidant complex, essential nutrients and anti-aging chronopeptide, this revolutionary serum evens skin tone, fights cellular UV damage, stimulates collagen synthesis and optimizes skin physiological activities of defense and cell regeneration.
Run for your life this Halloween as China Glaze unleashes the Apocalypse of Colour. Design an immortal manicure fit for the undead with this mix of scary shimmers, ghoulish glitters and terrifying top coats. Create a spine-chilling look with the six-piece limited edition collection, all the way down to your fingertips and toes.
The horrifying hues in the Apocalypse of Colour collection include:
Rest in Pieces
Getting to Gnaw You: Dark black polish with hints of orange glitter. I used two coats and it was very thick. Has a texture to it, not a smooth glitter.
Getting to Gnaw You
• Rest in Pieces: Festive fall glitter combination of copper, gold and black. I put at few coats on this to show the glitter particles, but you only need one or two over another color for a fun look. Maybe an orange or a tan would look great under this.
I Love Your Guts
• I Love Your Guts: Blood red with specks of black. I used two coats of this. It has a nice sandy texture and looks great on.
Don’t Let the Dead Bite
• Don’t Let the Dead Bite: Nude base with sporadic red glitter pieces to look like blood splatter across your fingertips. I used two coats. I think this would look great over an opaque nude or white polish.
But Of Corpse
• But Of Corpse: Gruesome green with specks of black. Two coats. This texture was the same as I Love Your Guts.
Ghoulish Glow
• Ghoulish Glow: Glow-in-the-dark top coat. This is with two coats, it looks clear in the day. I tried to take a photo in the dark, but my phone wouldn’t take a good one. It does glow! I would wear it over another polish for a fun evening out.
What I think: This is a fun collection for Halloween and for fall in general! Definitely dramatic.
China Glaze is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde.
China Glaze Apocalypse of Colour is available now as individual bottles and special 6-piece and 3-piece gift sets at fine salons and beauty supply stores including Sally Beauty and Ulta. For more information, please visit http://www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlaze), Twitter (@ChinaGlazeOfficial) and Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze), #CGApocalypse
I received my Julep Maven September box this week! I was so excited, because I haven’t received a Maven box for a few months. I have been a member since February 2013, so I’m allowed to skip my monthly box whenever I want to and the last few boxes have seemed like repeats of former colors. This collection, the Art Walk, seemed a bit different. Plus I really wanted to try their new Plush Pout lip crayon!
Here is the box I received:
This was the Boho Glam box. It Included:
Erin (Boho Glam): Oyster grey crème
Mary Lee (Boho Glam): Oxblood satin
Plush Pout Lip Crayon: Rich, full-coverage color with a moisturizing treatment core, I chose almond nude
Plus I chose three add ons to my order at a reduced price: Queen Anne a Lilac confetti microglitter (Julep’s 3rd anniversary color), Lola a moonlit night blue satin, and Kirby a silver jagged glitter top coat. For purchasing three add ons, I was promised a surprise gift.
These are the colors I received from left to right — Kirby, Queen Anne, Mary Lee, Erin, Lola. My two surprise colors were Daria, dark slate grey crème and Candace, golden chocolate microglitter. Both are great fall colors, but I already have both.
This photo’s a little blurry, but it’s the Plush Pout in Almond Nude. It has a moisture core and is really nice on. It has the feel of a creamy lipstick.
Julep Maven is a wonderful subscription box if you love nail polish and other fab beauty products. The cost is $24.99 on a month-by-month basis and you get your first month free with the code FREECITY. Or you can pay for 3 months at a time for $19.99 per month. You can also get a free box with the code.
Morgan Taylor’s Fall 2014 Enchantment Collection ($8.50 USD) — Escape to a magical fantasyland with this limited-edition palette of six majestic hues. A clever mauve, stormy grey, fairy-dust pink, minty green and glimmering glitters charm all for Fall.
The six new shades are:
Hocus Pocus — Dusty mint crème
Who-Dini? — Gray blue crème
I’m the Good Witch — Pink pewter glitter
Magician’s Assistant — Rosy mauve crème
Now You See Me — Chocolate brown shimmer
Simply Spellbound — Natural nude crème
Here are swatches of each color, two coats each:
Hocus Pocus
Who-Dini?
Now You See Me
Magician’s Assistant
Now You See Me
Simply Spellbound
I really love this collection. At first I was surprised to see a fall collection with 4 out of 6 of the polishes lighter shades, but they are dusky almost smoky colors and will be really pretty for the fall.
The Enchantment Fall 2014 Collection will be available in September 2014 in professional beauty stores, salons and on www.LoxaBeauty.com while supplies last.
How’s your summer going? Mine is hot, hot, hot! Do you have your summer look down yet? I’m still experimenting with makeup, hair and nails (as always)!
You can use these fun hair and nail products below to put the finishing touches on your summer look.
Colour Bunz
Colour Bunz ($19.99 a box) — Introducing Colour Bunz, one-of-a-kind hair coloring product that reinvents the traditional process and offers a cost-effective, comfortable, effective and fun way to color hair. The videos also demonstrate color placement and application tips. Colour Bunz enables an at-home coloring process that is weightless and pain-free, and eliminates all possibility of color running or drying out. In addition to use at home with professional results, Colour Bunz can be used by professionals in salons as a fun, new technique to color hair other than using foils. Those looking to revamp their hair style can do so easily, save money, and in a comfortable manner. The product is environmentally friendly and puts a huge dent in the waste from the foils that take over landfills all over the world.
Mia Beauty’s Flashion Flowers ($19.99 USD) — This summer, dress up any outfit with a little light! Take the floral halo trend in a bright new direction with Mia Beauty’s new Flashion Flowers, now available at ULTA, Claire’s and Icing stores. The Flashion Flowers are threaded with an LED light and small battery pack hidden in the leaf design. Simply remove the plastic pull tab and press the leaf to change the lighted flowers from fast flashing lights to slow flashing lights, to constant light.
Mia Beauty Tony Ties ($6 USD for a pack of solid color ties) — Sleek, functional, and great for a quick ponytail. These no-tug hair ties are comfortable and will not leave a crease in hair. Wear them as bracelets to ensure that you always have a hair tie when you need one. 6 fashionable hair ties in each pack.
Salon Perfect Neon POP ($3.98 each) — Neon nails are the it manicure look for summer with eye-dazzling digits ruling from the catwalk to the boardwalk. Let your fingertips feel the energy of a high-voltage shade with Neon POP, a new collection of vibrant, neon lacquers from Salon Perfect®. Whether you’re just dabbling in a highlighter bright hue or living the full-on Technicolor dream, these 12 bright and bold neon shades will POP out from the rest.
The Salon Perfect® Neon POP collection features:
• Flamingo Flair – Neon flamingo pink
• Electric Grape – Glitter-charged electric purple
• Perky Pink – Bubbly bright pink
• Tickled Pink – Neon bubblegum pink
• Traffic Cone – Neon orange
• Yowza Yellow – Highlighter yellow
• Summer Escape – Blazing sunny orange
• Oceanic – Bright blue with a jolt of glitter
• Haute Pink – Scorching hot pink
• Gone Sailing – Energizing sea green shimmer
• Loopy Lime – Luminous lime green
• Fired Up Fuchsia – Flashy fuchsia shimmer
• Sugar Cube – bright white crème (Insider Tip: Use as a base color to make neon shades really POP.)
• Crystal Clear – Clear top coat for a glossy finish
Do you love butter LONDON polishes? I do! The coverage and staying power is fantastic and the colors are so fab!
So, I wanted to let you know about butter LONDON’s Year of Lacquer Giveaway that just went live! You can enter to win a year’s supply of nail lacquer on www.butterlondon.com now until 11:59 PM PT of July 30, 2014. It’s super easy to enter (I already did) just enter your first and last name and your email address.
Forty, Flirty & Fabulous 