Skincare – Page 19 – Forty, Flirty & Fabulous

My Beauty Favorites — January 15-21 2018

It was so cold in Kansas City last week, one day it was -5! But it has warmed up and was in the 40’s today. It felt balmy!

This week I have been loving a French no-rinse cleanser and products to help my hair stay smooth in the cold winter air:

Collosol Eau de Lait ($18 USD) — A moisturizing milk/micellar water hybrid, this thorough but gentle cleanser can be applied with a cotton pad to remove makeup, moisturize and soothe stinging skin. No rinsing with water is required—a good thing since the limestone in tap water can be irritating to parched, wind-shipped skin. The universal formula is also suited to all skin types, from sensitive to dry to oily/acne-prone.

What I think: First, this is really fragrant. It’s floral like gardenias or jasmine, I can’t put my finger on the scent. It’s nice, though. It’s a milky liquid, and I apply with to a cotton pad. IT removes makeup very well and leaves my face so soft. You can also add it to bath water to soften skin. I haven’t tried it yet, but I might tomorrow after my workout.

A French skincare classic created in Paris in the 1950s, Collosol Eau de Lait can now be found in the U.S. at smallflower.com

John Frieda Hair Care Frizz Ease Collection

John Frieda Hair Care Frizz Ease Collection ($6.99 each) — Check out the new statement making look for John Frieda Hair Care’s classic Frizz Ease collection. The iconic purple that has accented the products for years will now be the primary focus, making this collection of frizz-fighters bolder and brighter than ever. My favorites from the collection are:

Secret Weapon Touch-Up Crème (3rd from left in photo) — This versatile smoothing cream, applied to dry strands, instantly transforms puffy, parched style. Creates a supple, shiny finish and silky touch. For use on flyaways, static frizz, and split ends. This is perfect for the cold weather, my hair gets flyaways and this smooths them right out.

Air Dry Waves Styling Foam (4th from left) — Get defined curls without the need for heated styling tools. Infused with moringa oil and a unique blend of polymers, this featherweight curly hair styler helps control frizz for perfectly smooth waves and curls. Non-sticky foam dries quickly, creating a flexible film that cleverly stretches as curl bundles expand while drying, keeping the curl intact. My hair dries wavy, so I love to use this to define my curls while my hair dries.

Extra Strength 6 Effects+ Serum (2nd from right) — Expertly formulated with a unique blend of silicones. Protect each dehydrated strand against the onset of frizz. Boosts shine. With silk proteins and algae extract, this frizzy hair serum smoothes for more manageable and lustrous results, and provides heat protection. I apply this to soaking wet hair everywhere but my roots. When my hair dries, its soft and smooth.

Learn more at www.johnfrieda.com and purchase at mass market retailers near you.

What products are you loving this week!

QVC’s TSV 1/13/18 — IT Cosmetics’ New Year, New Confidence in Your Skin! 5-Piece Collection

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It’s time for IT Cosmetics’ New Year, New Confidence in Your Skin! 5-Piece Collection on QVC! This great deal is only good for one day, Saturday, January 13, 2018. You can purchase the collection here for $79.96. The value of this collection is $200!

This exclusive five-piece collection features two of the IT Girl skincare favorites, one complexion must-have paired perfectly with a brush, and one new game-changing skincare innovation that delivers life-changing results! While new Confidence in an Eye Cream instantly color corrects and brightens the look of your entire eye area, Confidence in a Cream deeply hydrates and improves the appearance of your skin. Also featured is Confidence in a Compact, IT’s first-ever solid serum foundation. Apply it effortlessly with the included Heavenly Skin Skin-Smoothing Complexion Brush for your most flawless, airbrushed application. Confidence in a Cleanser completes your collection and gently melts away dirt, oil and even long-wear eye makeup!

I love IT Cosmetics, it’s one of my favorite brands! I’ve tried a lot of their products, but mostly makeup. It’s fun to try their effective skincare, especially if you’re a bit older like myself!

I received a sample of the collection for my honest review. This is how it came packaged:

The products are packaged so well in the box. They are nestled in a protective plastic insert inside the box. So everything’s perfect once you receive it.

The products come in their own boxes, so if you want to give one or two of the products away, they are packaged and ready to go!

I have tried all of these products except for the eye cream before. The cleanser is a gentle way to remove all my makeup. I love how Confidence in a Cream is soothing as well as hydrating, perfect for sensitive skin! The eye cream is so moisturizing, it makes my tired eyes look plumper and brighter.

I love all IT brushes and this one is no exception. I think it works well for wet or dry foundation.

The only product that I don’t really care for is the Confidence in a Compact. I think it’s one of the only products that doesn’t work for me. The shade is too warm for my skin tone and it’s a bit heavy feeling for me. I know that lots of people love how it covers, though, so if you haven’t used it yet, it is the only cosmetics product in this set and might be fun to try.

I suggest picking this up as soon as possible to ensure that you get the shade you want in the foundation!

Are you trying this amazing collection? Have you tried IT Cosmetics before?

QVC Presale: IT Cosmetics’ New Year, New Confidence in Your Skin! 5-Piece Collection TSV!

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IT Cosmetics’ New Year, New Confidence in Your Skin! 5-Piece Collection gives the power to reveal your most beautiful skin! This Today’s Special Value® is scheduled to debut on QVC Saturday, January 13, 2018 at midnight (ET) and will be offered for one day only!

But luckily, QVC is having a pre-sale leading up to the event! You can purchase the collection here for $79.96. The value of this collection is $200!

I’ll be doing a more in depth review on the morning of January 13th, but you can visit QVC.com now to learn more now and to purchase. This is a great opportunity to make sure that you get your shade in the Confidence in a Compact foundation. #NewYearNewConfidence!

Are you going to pick this set up?

Target Beauty Box Best of Boots Review

I recently ordered a Target Best of Boots Beauty Box ($7 USD). I haven’t ordered a monthly Target beauty box before. This one was in addition to the January box. It featured British brands, so I wanted to try it. The products included are sample sizes. I have linked to where you can purchase full sizes of each item:

No. 7 Restore and Renew Serum No. 7 Airbrush Away Primer Soap & Glory Righteous Butter Body Butter Soap & Glory Pillow Plump Lip Gloss Botanics Shine Away Ionic Clay Mask Sleek MakeUP Eyeshadow Palette

I have tried the Restore & Renew product before. I received a full size product to review and loved it. I used it up so quickly, that I’m going to try to make this last! It has a light Jill Texter that instantly absorbs into my skin. It’s so hydrating and makes my skin look very smooth. I also like using it on my neck.

This is my first time trying the Airbrush Away primer. It’s a blurring primer that makes my skin instantly looks smoother. I haven’t use primer for a long time, and I’m getting back into it now. This is really great one too!

It’s funny, because I recently bought myself a Righteous Butter the same size as this one. I love the scent and feel of this body butter. And absorbs quickly and makes my skin so soft. I like the size because you can put it in your purse or take it on trips.

The Pillow Plump is in the shade Pinkwell. It’s a pretty pink color. It is very tingly on. I haven’t used a lip plumper’s for a long time, so it was a strange sensation. I do love that it is glossy and it’s kind of a natural look. But I don’t think I’ll use it every day.

I haven’t tried the Botanics Shine Away mask yet. It’s doesn’t really appeal to me. I would give it away, but I keep getting these kind of masks and I think I’ve given one to each of my friends! This is my least favorite product in the box, but the others are amazing, so that’s okay!

This palette is the very mini version of the When The Sun Goes Down Palette. It is so small, as you can see by the bottom photo with my fingers. The pans are so small, it’s hard to get a brush in there. I did manage and I did my yes with the bottom left gold and 4th bottom color and the formula is very nice. I’m thinking about getting it in full size, but different shades.

A $5 off $20 coupon for these brands was included. I might head to Target this weekend and pick up some Sleek cosmetics. All of the brands are great, though. Very nice box for the price!

Did you pick up the Target Boots box? Or have you got a Target box before?

Julep Maven January 2018 Subscription Box Review

My Julep Maven box recently came! This is the January subscription box. The cost is $24.99 a month ($19.99 a month with a 3-month subscription).

I have been a subscriber for almost 5 years. And I love it! You don’t have to take a box each month, you can skip if you want to. Which is so nice if I’m short a month or if I’m not feeling any of the items. I skipped December, because I was a bit short of cash and I didn’t really need any of the products.

I also love that you can customize your box. When I first started subscribing, I could choose from curated boxes, but now, I get to curate my own! This month I chose a couple of polishes and a new face oil.

The polishes are Geri, blushing beige cream and Shiloh, stormy aqua shimmer. I half I had to get Geri because it’s my sister’s name, but she spells it Jeri. It’s a really pretty soft neutral. But I think my favorite is Shiloh because it’s really shimmery and gorgeous for winter.

I also chose the Boost your Radiance Rosehip Seed Facial Oil. I’ve only tried it once so far and it was very hydrating. It’s a really good night treatment for me. I will be trying it more to see if it helps with the appearances of fine lines, which is one of its claims.

Do you subscribe to Julep Maven? What did you get this month?

My Beauty Favorites — January 1-7 2018

I hope your new year is going well so far! So far this year I have signed up to a gym (yuck!), started a skincare project pan and decluttered lots of makeup! I’m trying to organize my large stash and get fit. Oh and read more. LOL! We’ll see what happens!

My faves this week include skincare to brighten dull winter skin and natural eye makeup for a bold eye:

KORRES Wild Rose Exfoliating Cleanser

KORRES Wild Rose Smoothie Brightening Priming Moisturiser

KORRES Wild Rose Exfoliating Cleanser ($28 USD) — Brightening exfoliating cleanser powered by wild rose oil to improve skin’s overall radiance and texture. This cleanser exfoliates skin naturally using a dual-action process to uncover even, luminous skin.

KORRES Wild Rose Smoothie Brightening Priming Moisturiser ($45 USD) — A lightweight, silicone-free priming moisturizer infused with super C, nature’s most powerful form of vitamin C.

What I think: First, the fragrance of these are so nice. They smell lightly of fresh roses, not a synthetic smell. The exfoliating cleanser really sloughs off the rough skin revealing soft and smooth skin. Plus it is gentle enough to use on my sensitive skin. The priming moisturizer does double duty as it hydrates and smooths my skin, getting it ready for makeup. I love that both of these are natural and help brighten my skin.

Purchase at Sephora and other fine beauty stores

Jane Iredale PurePressed Eye Shadow Triple in Soft Kiss

Jane Iredale PurePressed Eye Shadow in Blue Hour

Jane Irdale Mystikol Powdered Eyeliner in Onyx

Jane Iredale PurePressed Eye Shadow Triple in Soft Kiss ($30 USD) — From elegant to edgy, these silky, richly-pigmented, long-lasting and easily blended eye shadows can create any look. Use them wet or dry; they’re gentle and safe for sensitive eyes.

Jane Iredale PurePressed Eye Shadow in Blue Hour ($22 USD) — Enhance the color and shape of your eye with our light-diffusing, highly-pigmented pressed eye shadow. Easily blended, it glides on wet or dry and stays crease-free. Safe for sensitive eyes.

Jane Irdale Mystikol Powdered Eyeliner in Onyx ($24 USD) — Create the sexy look you love with new improved Mystikol Powdered Eyeliners! The built-in brush makes a perfect line or smudged-out smoky eye. The powder/cream formula makes a shadow that won’t fade, crease or smear.

What I think: Dramatic eye looks are easy with these gorgeous, natural products. The shadow triples and singles come in tons of different shades, so you can create the perfect look for you. They are very smooth and well pigmented, too.

I also LOVE the Mystikol eyeliner. I have this in a few shades and I love how easy it is to use. It glides on so easy and the brush can help draw thick or thin lines. It lasts all day, too.

Purchase at janeiredale.com/us

What products are you loving this week?

Project Pan 2018 — Skincare

Welcome to my first Project Pan! I’ve decided to focus on skincare, since I haven’t been great about removing makeup and using my skincare at night. So, I figured if I set a goal, I can use up some of my skincare and make room for more! Plus my skin will look better, too.

I went through my skincare basket, where I had about 30 products (!) Here are the products I’m trying to use up:

I’ve chosen a variety of 10 products. They are all about half full, so I should be able to get through them in 3 months. By the end of March, these should all be empty. I do receive lots of skincare to try, so hopefully I won’t get sidetracked too much by new items!

These are my smaller size products that I have been working on for a while. They are all about half used, except for the Josie Maran Light Argan Oil and the Mailin + Goetz Revitalizing eye cream. They both have about a third of the product left, but I have been working on the eye cream for months and I totally forgot about the argan oil! Time to use them up.

The other products are Philosophy Purity Made Simple cleanser, L’Occitane Immortelle Essential Water and Prai Ageless Eye Tight Uplift Serum. I’m pretty sure all of these will be used up in 3 months.

These full sized products are all at least half full, if not more. These will take the longest to use.

The first two are the luxe Neocutis Micro Serum which I always forget I have and the Micro Firm Neck cream. I always forget about the serum and think I have only used it a few times. I use the neck cream a few times a week, but I want to use it twice a day.

The next two are from the more affordable YourGoodSkin line. They are the Balancing Skin Concentrate which I have used quite a bit and the SPF 30 Day Cream which I try to use every day. I think I can use these up in a month or two!

Last is the Dear by Renee Youth Soothing Creme. This is a good size bottle at 1.7 oz and is fairly full so it may take a while to use. I usually only use it at night, so I might have to double up on some of these! My skin should look amazing when I’m all done.

If this works well, I’ll do a second one starting in April and maybe include some makeup. I have a LOT of makeup and haven’t seen pan on any of them, so we’ll see. I also have a lot of new eye shadow palettes that I need to review and start wearing more. I usually just go into the office on Thursdays, so I don’t wear makeup a lot. I guess I’m saying that wearing more makeup is a New Year’s Resolution. LOL!

Have you done a Project Pan before? How did it go?

Derma E Anti-Wrinkle Cleanser and Scrub Review

I recently received a couple of Derm E products for my honest review. They are the Anti-Wrinkle Cleanser ($13.75) and the Anti-Wrinkle Scrub ($13.75).

Here are the product descriptions from the website:

Anti-Wrinkle Cleanser — Wash away dirt, oil, and impurities for a fresh, healthy complexion with this naturally exfoliating formula. Vitamin A, commonly referred to as the “skin vitamin”, is best known for its cellular renewal properties. Glycolic Acid, Marine Plant Extracts and Papaya thoroughly clean skin and encourage mild exfoliation.

Anti-Wrinkle Scrub — Exfoliate away dull, lifeless surface cells and cleanse away impurities with this pro-grade refining scrub formula. With skin-renewing Vitamin A, purifying Marine Plant Extracts, sloughing Glycolic Acid, Apricot Seed Powder and Papaya, this formula reveals a healthy, smooth, younger-looking complexion.

Both products are 100% vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, sulfate-free, mineral oil-free, lanolin-free, gluten free, GMO-free.

The first thing I always notice in skincare is the scent (or lack of it). The scent of these are mildly unpleasant to me. It kind of reminds me of old time paste (glue)! It’s probably the combo of the natural ingredients. The products themselves work really well!

The Cleanser is clear and suds up a bit when washing. It leaves my skin super clean and smooth. The scrub is amazing. It’s creamy, but has bits of something in there that really exfoliates so well! When I rub it in, it foams as it exfoliates so it’s hydrating along with cleaning my pores and removing the gunk. I like to use it once or twice a week and the cleanser every day. The combo really smooths my skin and prepares it for makeup.

Thumbs up for both products, they are affordable and work very well!

My Beauty Favorites — December 11-17, 2017

As we inch toward Christmas, I have been trying products that help me look and feel better during the hectic season!

They include a luxe primer and setting spray, cruelty-free makeup that makes you look glowy, luxe skincare, a fun steam mask and hair care that will help with dry, winter hair:

Elcie Cosmetics Pearl Radiance Primer ($38 USD) — An oil-free, water-based primer that acts as lingerie for your skin, providing a smooth, seamless and satin-like finish. The formula brightens the complexion with a touch of pearl, boosting luminosity for a healthy and radiant glow. Minimizes the appearance of pores, fine lines and wrinkles.

Elcie Cosmetics Hydra Enhancer Setting Mist ($35 USD) — An innovative hydrating and setting mist that balances the complexion, sets makeup and refreshes the skin. This alkaline facial water is an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals. It has smaller molecules than tap water, so it absorbs more easily into your skin giving you maximum hydration with a quicker effect, while holding your makeup in place all day. Suitable for all skin types.

What I think: I love the packaging of these products. They are very luxe! The primer smoothes skin for makeup and leaves a soft glow. It so nice under foundation, or on it’s own for a bit of polish. The mist is so refreshing! It’s a soft mist and instantly hydrates and sinks into the skin. It holds my makeup in place all day!

Available at elciecosmetics.com

Did you know the amazing and affordable line essence is cruelty-free? A lot of their products are gluten-free and/or vegan, too:

essence blushplay sculpting blush palette ($5.99 USD) — This palette includes three tonal shades for individual use or the perfect blend to create a multidimensional look. Available in 2 fresh color combinations.

essence shine shine shine lipgloss ($2.99 USD) — This high-shine, wet-look gloss glides on smooth with a highly-pigmented finish. The flocked applicator ensures precise application. Available in 6 shades.

What I think: I do love a blush palette, and this one is fresh and fun to blend and use together, or separately. The one above is the Play in Peach, and it also comes in Play in Pink. The glosses are very shiny, but pigmented too. There’s also a nice clear gloss for a more natural look, or to wear over other lip products.

Purchase at http://www.essencemakeup.com

Vertere Skincare Travel + Discovery Kit ($51 on sale for $28 USD) — This set includes Travel + Discovery sizes of our patented Dramatic Transformation Cream SPF 18 and Refining Treatment Cleanser. This two-week introduction to VERTERE is a perfect companion for traveling, or to gift to friends in need of portable yet highly effective and hydrating wrinkle smoothing and dark spot brightening that won’t clog pores.

What I think: This little kit comes in a cute bag! The cleanser is so nice, it comes in a handy pump despenser and has a refreshing citrus scent. It leaves my skin clean, but hydrated, too. The night cream is not greasy at all, it actually hass a bit of a matte finish, which is interesting for a night cream. In the morning, my skin looks amazing! My skin tone in more even and looks younger!

Purchase at vertereskincare.com

Erborian Pate au Ginseng Concentrated Black Mask ($61 for 1.7 oz) — Formulated with Ginseng root, used for ages in Korea to help fight visible signs of aging, PÂTE AU GINSENG helps improve the appearance of skin’s firmness and elasticity through its tensor effect. With a concentrated dose of Ginseng, and its instant tensor effect, this mask helps your skin feel firmer and smoothes out the appearance of the skin, providing immediate comfort and vitality for tired complexions. As if plumped from within, the skin looks visibly smoother, more luminous and younger.

What I think: This is so hydrating, but I can also feel it firming my skin. It makes it look smoother and younger. This is amazing before going out or photos, too! It’s also great for those of us who are older and need a bit of help firming skin.

Purchase at usa.erborian.com

MegRhythm Lavender Gentle Steam Eye Mask ($10.99 for a pack of 7) — MegRhythm self-heating eye mask is the perfect way to relax the eyes and hydrate surrounding skin. Its advanced self-heating technology heightens relaxation and relieves hard working eyes with the warm and soothing sensation of steam heat.

What I think: This is such a fun product. It’s very easy to use, just open, unfold and place the tabs around your ears. It does get pretty warm, so fair warning. It’s very relaxing and soothing on my eyes.

Purchase at http://www.amazon.com

John Frieda Frizz Ease Daily Nourishment Shampoo and ConditionerJohn Frieda Frizz Ease Daily Nourishment Shampoo and Conditioner ($5.99 USD each) — Cold, dry air also dries out your hair. Quench your hair’s thirst and give it a daily dose of intense hydration with this duo that provides humidity resistance, breakage reduction and improved conditioning. This shampoo and conditioner will help keep your hair continuously soft, silky and smooth through the winter months.

What I think: I love this hair care duo! It’s so great when my hair needs extra moisture. I find that my hair is soft and manageable afterwards. They smell nice, too, but not an overpowering scent.

Available at Food, Drug and Mass Retailers Nationwide

My Beauty Favorites — December 4-10, 2017

I tell you, the cold air is killing my skin! It is so tight and dry. And my makeup seems to stay in my pores.

So I was so glad to be sent the following skin care that helps exfoliate and clean the gunk out of my pores:

Snow Fox Arctic Breeze Detox Mask ($30 USD) — A powerful mask that moisturizes, brightens and evens out skin tone while tightening pores. Essential oils work to extract impurities from deep within the skin. Key ingredients including Peppermint Oil Extract, Aloe Vera Leaf and 100% Organic Cotton Sheet.

Designed for all skin types, Snow Fox products do not contain any artificial colors, dyes or fragrances, parabens, SLS, phthalates, sulphates, mineral oils, silicones, phenoxyethanol, and petrochemicals.

What I think: I think this is the first sheet mask I’ve used that smells like peppermint. I have sensitive skin so I was afraid it might irritate it. When using it, it did cool and tingle on my skin. I left on for about 15 minutes or so. I removed it and rinsed my face, per the instructions. My face was so smooth and soft afterwards! It did irritate parts of my face a little bit, but that went away. The results of the mask were so nice! My pores appeared smaller, which I love! I will be using this again!

Snow Fox Skincare is available for purchase at snowfoxskincare.com.

I wanted to reach out with the exciting news that Sofia Richie has just been announced as the new face of NIP + FAB!

We love Sofia’s style, energy and confidence. She perfectly embodies the NIP+FAB woman with clean skin and on-trend makeup for a fresh and effortless style. We are the first beauty brand to work with her and we welcome her to the Nip+Fab family!

Here are some of Sofia’s top Nip+Fab Picks:

NIP + FAB Glycolic Gentle Pads ($14.95 USD) — “These are amazing! They keep my skin free from breakouts, love them!”

NIP + FAB Dragons Blood Fix Plumping Mask ( $14.95 “This is my go to. I travel loads and I like to use this mask to keep my skin really hydrated, I like to sleep in masks.”

NIP + FAB Glycolic Scrub ($9.95 USD) “I use a scrub every morning, I love this one as it really exfoliates and leaves my skin feeling super soft.”

What I think: These products help gently exfoliate and hydrate my skin. The Glycolic Gentle pads don’t irritate my sensitive skin, and leave my skin so smooth. The scrub is great for daily exfoliating. And the mask hydrates and leave skin so soft!

Purchase at http://www.nipandfab.com/us