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Fun, Affordable Spring Makeup — essence Cosmetics at Target

Ready for Spring? I am — especially spring cosmetics! essence has channeled the beauty of spring with pops of satiny lip color, mix-and-matchable eye shadows and complexion perfection. The Spring/Summer 2016 Collection includes 20 new products and packs even more exciting news… The full essence cosmetics line is now available at Target!

I was sent some of these great new products for my honest review. Here are my favorites:

essence blush up! powder blush heat wave

ess. blush up! powder blush ($3.99 USD) — Rosy ombre! The latest trend in fashion and hair now in blush! The silky texture and beautiful color combination blend perfectly to give cheeks a nice, fresh, and rosy look. Available in 2 ombre shades.

I have this in Heat Wave. It is so gorgeous and bright! I think it will be so pretty in the summer when I have a little (faux) tan. It blends very well and gives a nice flush.

essence mono eyeshadow ($1.99 USD) — Formulated with finely-milled, highly pigmented powder to provide long-lasting and full coverage. Available in 9 shades.

This is gorgeous! This gold shade is lovely. Great for an eyeshadow or highlighter. It’s very pigmented, too!

essence all about bronze 01 eyeshadow — ($5.49 USD) — All about… beautiful eyes! Gorgeous eyeshadow palettes with eight complementing, buildable colors and multiple finishes; satin, matte and metallic effects.

This is a beautiful, shimmer palette that screams summer to me! It comes in other shades too, such as nudes and pinks. These are so affordable, pick them all up!

essence I love volume mascara waterproof ($4.99 USD) — The newest member of the most beloved mascara family – now available in a waterproof formula! The large fiber brush separates and covers each individual lash for breathtaking volume. Ophthalmologist-tested.

I’m always looking for a great waterproof mascara, they are hard to find. This one gives volume and length, and stays on all day!

essence liquid lipstick 05 ($3.49 USD) This innovative formula unites the coverage of a lipstick with the moisturizing shine of a gloss. The silky texture goes on smoothly and dries shiny, not sticky! Available in 6 shades.

I thought this was a lipstick at first, if you turn the tube upside down, that’s what it looks like! I was so surprised when I opened it and it was a liquid lipstick. It is very moisturizing (not matte). This color is too bright for me, but I want to try it in a nude.

The full collection – including these new products and more – is now available at 500 Target stores across the US as well as online at Target.com! The collection retails for $.99 to $9.99 so you’ll never have to worry about breaking the bank in the name of beauty.

Are you going to try one of these awesome products the next time you go to Target?

Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers For Her

I have three daughters ages 11 (almost 12), 16 and 20. I’ve noticed that stuffing stockings is becoming more challenging as they get older. Luckily there are fun beauty products that I can pass on to them! It’s always fun to try something new.

Below are gift suggestions for girls (and women) of all ages. From skincare, to bath products to affordable makeup palettes, you may find something perfect for the hard to buy for gal!

Patchology FlashMasque in Leopard Print — More than just a fun leopard print masque this sheet masque was thoughtfully engineered to deliver results. From the website:

“Barely there”, stay put paper cellulose material is designed to fit real face shapes minimizing exposure to the hairline and providing an overall better fit.
Our team of experts researched and analyzed serum to masque ratios to achieve an optimal level of serum to maximize results and eliminate serum dripping down the neck.
We formulate using a precise serum level so your skin drinks in the serum it needs while any remaining serum quickly absorbs into skin. No mess, sticky after-feel or wondering what to do with all that extra serum.
Our exclusive HydraSurge5 ™ Moisture System combines 5 hydrating ingredients along with our unique masque material to accelerate the delivery of essential ingredients.

Available for $8 for a single Masque and $30 for a 4 Pack at Neiman Marcus and NeimanMarcus.com from October 2015-February 2015

Tinte Cosmetics Kissing Sticks ($5.50 USD) –Just in time for the holidays!!! We are celebrating the launch of our ALL NATURAL Kissing Sticks Flavored Lip balms $5.50. These moisturizing lip balms are formulated with All Natural and Organic Ingredients. They have a slight tint of color but once applied they look clear. 16 delicious flavors to choose from.

I’ve tried these in Bubble Gum and Cake. They are yummy and so moisturizing! I love that they are natural and organic.

http://www.tintecosmetics.com

Savannah Bee Majesty Gift Set Blackberry Rose ($12.99 USD) — Royally Majestic, this honeybee inspired gift set includes a luxurious and skin moisturizing honey body lotion (travel size), a cleansing and skin revitalizing honey body wash (travel size), and a superrich lip moisturizing lip balm all in a beautiful “Majesty Travel Bag.” All natural with amazing ingredients from the honeybee hive make this a gift set to BEE treasured. Savannah Bee offers all-natural, paraben and petroleum free products that are never tested on animals.

This set smells amazing! I’m not much for rose scents, but the honey and blackberry marry well with the rose and it’s sweet and refreshing!

Purchase at Target stores and http://www.target.com. There is a sale at Target through Saturday, Dec. 12th, but 1 get 1 half off of beauty products.

essence palettes

Essence palettes ($9.99 each) — These are all gorgeous and affordable for a stocking stuffer, or a thoughtful gift for the beauty lover! They are:

How To Make Your Face Glow Palette — Glowing radiance in one perfect box! The How To Make Your Face Glow Palette by Essence contains a silky bronzer, shimmering highlighter and soft blush to contour, highlight or glow. This makeup box has 2 easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction cards, a mirror, and an applicator. Not tested on animals.

How To Make Nude Eyes Palette — The new Essence nude shadow collection includes shades of beige, gold, apricot, and browns. The make-up box has 2 easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction cards to create every day to girls¿ night out looks, a mirror, and an applicator.

How To Make Brows Wow — Everything you need to create the perfect brows in one kit! Essence’s How to Make Brows Wow kit includes a mirror, 3 eyebrow powders, 1 highlighter powder, a dual-ended applicator, tweezers and how-to instructions for brow perfection.

How To Make Smoky Eyes Palette — Irresistibly smokey! The How To Make Smoky Eyes Palette by Essence contains six satin and shimmery shades to create a classic or ultra-glamorous smokey look. The smokey collection includes shades of grey, silver, black, lilac, and mulberry. This makeup box has 2 easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions cards, a mirror and an applicator. Not tested on animals.

I was drawn to the Smoky Eyes Palette. I usually don’t do a smoky eye, but I like the different colors. And it is gorgeous on! I was afraid that it would be too glittery for me, but it goes on shimmery and so pretty. I have got compliments the times I’ve work it. I’ve tried both of the looks included and they are amazing! I will be trying the other palettes soon hoping for the same results. Affordable and pigmented — what a combo!

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

Have you found any fun stocking stuffers? Let me know!

My Beauty Faves Week of March 16-22, 2015

It’s spring! It has been beautiful in Kansas City. Well, sunny and warm, but we are still waiting for rain to turn the brown grass green. It’s been such a dry winter for us.

I am still inspired to change-up my beauty routine for the new season. I’m loving a luxe new skincare potion, a multi-tasking tinted moisturizer, a fresh fragrance, pretty and affordable spring makeup and a fruity lip balm duo!

PHYTO-C SIGNATURE ($240 USD) — This is an anti-aging, anti-wrinkle product that works well for all types of skin. Stimulates cell–cell interactions, and accelerates cell renewal. Helps to preserve cellular energy, assists the formulation of collagen and strengthens in structural proteins. Combats fine lines, wrinkles and skin imperfections. Regenerates skin’s ability to retain moisture, enhances skin elasticity, tightens and firms skin. Brightens and improves skin tone and enhances skin smoothness and radiance. Active Ingredients are IMPA™ Complex, Aleosin, Mandelic Acid, and Vitamin B12. Apply twice daily.

What I think: The texture of this is lightweight and feels almost like a smoothing primer. I have been using it under my moisturizer like a serum at night, and over my SPF day moisturizer. It makes my skin silky and smooth.

Available at http://www.myphyto-c.us

glō therapeutics Moisturizing Tint SPF 30+ ($38) provides broad spectrum UVA & UVB protection with Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide while Sodium Hyaluronate attracts and maintains hydration, holding 1,000 times its weight in water. Designed to feel like second skin, this lightweight tinted physical sunscreen goes on smooth and even for flawless all-day coverage and a natural looking, healthy glow.

What I think: For days that I am in a hurry, I love that this product gives moisture, SPF and covers, too! It has a nice medium coverage and is buildable.

Available at www.gloprofessional.com

GUESS Dare Limited Edition ($52.0050ML, $40.00 30ML) — Give yourself a sexy scent this spring with a fragrance that will steal your man’s heart – GUESS Dare Limited Edition. Floral, fruity and woody, this scent will leave you feeling desirable and sexy with an aroma that captivates every room.This tempting scent opens with juicy grapefruit and crunchy lady apple. Middle notes of pink jasmine and pear blossom balance out the bottom woody notes of sheer cedarwood, white musk and a touch of vanilla.

What I think: This is a light, fruity scent that is perfect for spring.

Available at http://www.guess.com

Essence cosmetics is excited to launch a bright, new variety of products to kick off a fresh start to spring! Whether you’re giving your lashes the royal treatment with new mascara, perfecting an easy day-to-night smokey eye or testing new shades of classic favorites, the essence cosmetics new collection includes over 30 new products to amp up your beauty routine this spring and summer.

The new products in the above photo left to right are:

Lash Princess Volume Mascara ($4.99 USD) — presented in a fantastical evening gown design and has a unique wand applicator designed for extra control to reach every lash. The prestige inspired cobra brush is specially shaped to lift, separate, and cover each individual lash for the most majestic volume.

Longlasting Lipstick ($2.99 USD) — Longlasting love! This rich and creamy lasting lipstick is moisturizing with intense color that lasts for hours. Available in 13 beautiful, cream and matte shades.

3D Eyeshadow ($3.49 USD) — 3D eyeshadows provide a smoother and silkier texture that is easy to blend. The new color-duos range from neutrals to jewel tones with high pigmentation. Apply with a damp brush for more intensity and maximum impact. Available in 6 irresistible shade duos in satin, metallic, and shimmering finishes. Available in 8 irresistible shade duos in satin, metallic, and shimmering finishes.

Available at Ulta, Shoppers Drug Mart and Fred Meyer

Spring Limited Edition Softlips Cube 2-pack ($6.49 USD) — The 2-pack features the popular Pomegranate Blueberry flavor and a brand new, limited edition flavor Peach Mango. As always, Softlips Cube delivers five lip-loving benefits with Lip Perfecting Technology to hydrate, replenish, smooth, protect with SPF 15 and add a shine to your lips.

What I think: I have tried this in the Fresh Mint flavor before and really liked the application and minty flavor. I was so happy to try these flavors, especially the new Peach Mango. It’s very yummy and reminds me of summer (yay)! The Pomegranate Blueberry is also very seasonal and they both moisturize well and are easy to apply.

Available at a mass market retailer near you.

What new products are you loving this spring? Leave a comment and let me know.

Makeup That’s Perfect For Valentine’s Day!

What are you doing this Saturday…Valentine’s Day?!! Are you going out? Or staying in, wink, wink?

Either way, a soft and pretty, or a darker, sexy look will be perfect for a romantic date, or a fun time out with the girls!

My picks for gorgeous Valentine’s Day makeup include pretty blushes and a great contouring system, dramatic lipsticks and lip glosses and sexy eye shadow palettes:

Rose Powder Blush in Tea Rose

Pür Minerals Chateau Cheeks Cream Blush in Flirt

Laura Mercier Flawless Contouring Palette

Milani Rose Powder Blush ($7.99 USD) — Now this is a blush that deserves to be seen! Gorgeous in the compact, even prettier on cheeks, this petal soft, natural-finish powder shapes, contours and highlights. Streaks? Never. Easy to use? Always. In ultra-flattering shades that you just can’t live without.

Purchase at http://www.milanicosmetics.com and in drugstores near you.

Pur Minerals Chateau Cheeks Cream Blush ($18 USD) — Highlight and accent your cheeks with velvety colour cream blush featuring built-in Farm to Jar™ skincare. As you add natural depth and warmth to your complexion, your skin will drink in the anti-aging benefits of vine-fresh Resveratrox® and Vitisin, harvested exclusively for Pür from Bordeaux’s famed wine region. Taken from the finest wine-producing French grapes, these key ingredients have been shown to soften the look of lines and brighten the skin’s appearance. Château Cheeks Cream Blush contains NO mineral oil, petrolatum or lanolin oil and is non-comedogenic. Paraben-free. Gluten-free.

Available a http://www.purminerals.com.

Laura Mercier Flawless Contouring Palette ($50 USD) — Contouring is a professional technique commonly used on editorial photo shoots as it works with lighting and shadows to recreate an illusion. Through her artisan lens and years of working as a professional makeup artist, Laura has carefully chosen these neutral shades in a darker range that help sculpt the face. The extraordinary cream formula is more blendable than typical contouring powders, allowing for a natural, flawless, fool-proof application every time.

This palette includes: 3 neutral brown matte crèmes – for shading; Contour #1, Contour in Medium #2, Contour in Deep #3

2 crème highlighters (light and dark) – for light reflection; Highlight #1, Highlight #2

Laura’s step-by-step tutorial

Available at http://www.lauramercier.com.

Vincent Longo Lip Cheek Gel Stain

essence longlasting lipstick

Pur Minerals Chateau Kisses Lip-Plumping Lip Gloss in Glitzy

Vincent Longo Lip Cheek Gel Stain ($24 USD) — Dual-purpose colour stain is extremely long wearing and perfect for an active lifestyle. Layers directly over moisturized lips and cheeks to deliver a beautiful wash of sheer color.

Available at http://www.vincentlongo.com

essence longlasting lipstick ($4.99 USD) — Whether you’ve been struck by Cupid’s arrow or you’re planning a night out with the girls, don’t let lack-luster lips ruin your Valentine’s Day beauty look! Get your pout smooch-ready with kissable shades of reds and playful pinks using essence cosmetics longlasting lipsticks and XXXL shine lipglosses (not pictured).

Available at http://www.ulta.com

Pur Minerals Chateau Kisses Lip-Plumping Lip Gloss ($18 USD) — This one-of-a-kind lip-plumping lip gloss packs a pout-perfecting punch with age-defying Resveratrox®, freshly harvested from Bordeaux’s finest wine-producing grapes! This exclusive Farm to Jar™ ingredient hydrates dry lips and helps reverse visible signs of early aging, including lip lines and wrinkles. Never sticky or tacky, this luscious, lip-plumping lip gloss formula provides hours of dewy colour along with visibly softer, smoother lips—even after the gloss comes off! Paraben-free. Gluten-free.

Available at http://www.purminerals.com

Milani Fierce Foil Eyeshine in Florence

Urban Decay Shadow Box

Charlotte Tilbury Filmstars on the Go Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Milani Fierce Foil Eyeshine ($9.99 USD) — This isn’t a shadow, it’s a shine. This extraordinary eye-enhancing, game-changing gloss can be swept on bare lids. Just tap the applicator onto the color and glide over the eye, starting close to the lashline. From there, simply blend and build with the applicator or your fingertip. In fact, it’s so easy to get glowing with this gloss, your hardest task will be picking a palette. Available in four shade quartettes named for Italy’s starriest, most beloved cities, the lineup includes Milan (soft pinks and taupes), Rome (a pack of rich lavenders and purples), Florence (think copper, bronze, gold) and Venice (icy white and cool blues). Sexy and glamorous, but an effortless addition to your makeup routine, Fierce Foil Eyeshine is runway inspired, “real way” designed.

Available at http://www.milanicosmetics.com and drugstores.

Urban Decay Shadow Box ($34 USD) — Inspired by Urban Decay’s long-running Ammo Palette, with a completely updated (and even bigger) shade range, Shadow Box is the perfect all-in-one palette. Whether you’re new to Urban Decay or you’ve got a whole stash of UD products on your vanity, the Shadow Box is one palette you need in your arsenal.

What You Get: Sin (champagne shimmer), Indo (bright metallic emerald green shimmer), Bordello (pale mauve shimmer w/gold micro-glitter), Tornado (vibrant deep purple shimmer), Smog (deep coppery bronze shimmer), Blackout (blackest black matte), Flash (bright iridescent purple shimmer), Mushroom (warm gray shimmer), Lost (medium metallic brown shimmer), Freelove (golden vibrant peach shimmer), Moonshadow (bright navy blue shimmer w/tonal sparkle) and Baked Cowboy (golden bronze shimmer w/tonal sparkle).

Available at http://www.urbandecay.com

Charlotte Tilbury Filmstars on the Go Breakfast at Tiffany’s ($55 USD) — Two-minute, two-step pocket-palette for a full eye-cheek-&-lip look in an instant. Inspired by Charlotte’s favorite past and modern day beauty icons, these five creamy lip-to-cheek colours have been paired with their perfect molten metal eye shadow partner for an easy look in a palette. Designed for women who are lacking in either time or makeup application skills (or both!) – these compacts are perfect for sheer, buildable and easy-to-handle application in a dash. Berry Flux Vita increases Hyaluronic Acid to moisturise the skin, protecting the epidermis from dehydration, microfine pigment technology ensures high colour performance and a long-lasting finish, while a perfect balance of waxes and oils eases application for a soft creamy texture which glides on without pulling on the delicate skin around the eye with Apricot Seed Oil to provide antioxidant and anti-ageing properties. (Shades: Breakfast At Tiffany’s, Some Like It Hot, Rebel Without A Cause, All About Eve, The Spy Who Loved Me).

http://www.charlottetilbury.com

What is your makeup look going to be this V-Day? Leave a comment and let me know!

My Beauty Faves Week of December 22-28, 2014 — Z Skin Systems, Kesh Beauty, essence, Morgan Taylor and got2b

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 ($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.

Available at zss-skincare.com

Kesh Beauty Argan Oil Pure

Kesh Beauty Argan Oil with Orange Blossom Essence

Kesh Beauty Argan Oil with Rose Essence

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!

Purchase at http://www.keshbeauty.com

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.

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

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!

Available at http://www.morgantaylorlacquer.com

got2b glossy anti-frizz shine serum

got2b 2sexy voluptuous volume hairspray

got2b POWDER’ful volumizing styling powder

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!

Available at mass market retailers near you.

Valentine’s Day Beauty Ideas, Plus a Good Earth Beauty Giveaway!

Valentine’s Day is less than two weeks away! Do you have any plans yet? My husband and I usually give gifts, then stay home with the kids. Romantic, huh? LOL!

Below are some great beauty products that you can use for V-Day or give as a gift. There is also a Good Earth Beauty giveaway, at the end of the review.

Essence Stay Matte Lip Cream in Silky Red ($2.99 USD)This ravishing lip gloss in silky red, complete with a semi-matte creamy formula, delivers a natural opaque coloring sans the shine and stickiness. Super long-lasting, this gloss oozes sex appeal and is sure to elevate any look.

I gave this lip color to my 18-year-old daughter who can pull off reds. She loves it. It’s a really bright shade of red that lasts a long time!

Available at Ulta stores and www.ulta.com.

Valentine Edition-Anti-Stress Shower & Bath Gel

Shower your love with kisses on February 14^th! Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Kiss My Face introduces a Limited Edition Shower Gel set available in playful packaging. These foaming formulas combine hydrotherapy and aromatherapy to cleanse, soothe and invigorate the skin. Infused with skin balancing botanicals including juniper, jasmine and lavender, these gels offer a special way to prep the skin for Valentine’s Day. The different scents are:

Peaceful Patchouli Shower & Bath Gel

· Uplifting patchouli oil moisturizes, clarifies and balances the skin
· Comflower helps to tone and soothe the skin
· Olive oil provides added moisture

Kiss My Face Early To Rise Shower & Bath Gel

· Hydrotherapy and aromatherapy work together to stimulate and invigorate the skin
· Exhilarates the senses with botanicals including bay, basil, eucalyptus, juniper, lemon, lemongrass, peppermint, spearmint and wintergreen

Kiss My Face Early To Bed Shower & Bath Gel

· Creates a relaxing oasis out of bath time
· Utilizes clove, chamomile, jasmine, lavender and ylang ylang to calm and soothe the skin

Kiss My Face Anti Stress Shower & Bath Gel

· Infused with natural herbs and botanicals to rejuvenate, soothe and purify skin
· Woodland pine and ginseng create a tranquil aromatic environment

The Limited Edition Kiss My Face Valentine’s Day Shower Gels (16 oz) are available for $10.95 at Whole Foods, Natural Supermarkets, KissMyFace.com and natural thinking retailers nationwide

— A Good Earth Beauty Exclusive – soothing and moisturizing – helps heal chapped lips – comes in a convenient sized .25 oz tin. All natural ingredients. Available in Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, White Chocolate, Pink Lemonade, Bubble Gum and Lavender Vanilla.

I have been sampling the Lavender Vanilla balm. It smells and feels fantastic and is flavor-free.

GIVEAWAY: I’m giving away a three-pack of these balms to one lucky winner in White Chocolate, Pink Lemonade and Bubble Gum.

TO ENTER: Leave a comment on my blog.

I will announce the winner on Valentine’s Day, Friday February 14th. Please enter by the 13th. Available to United States residents only.

Good Luck!

Cool Summer Nail Looks

I change my nail polish a lot and try to always have something on my nails. I find it’s an inexpensive way to put my personality into my look!

Here are some ideas for fun summer nails:

Well-manicured nails are sure to become your signature this season! The newest nail products and accessories from essence offer excitement and versatility for the budding fashionista who craves new looks and trends. With the addition of new nudes, brilliantly innovative nail art and a top coat to seal the deal, the possibilities are endless!

What I think — these products by essence are great affordable nail art. I especially like the combo of the nude polish with the decoration kit — really cute. It takes a little practice to make the gemstones and glitter look perfect, but it’s worth it. The top coat is very stick, so make sure you have lots of time to let it dry.

Available at Ulta Stores nationwide and Ulta.com.

In the Mood Color Changing Nail Polish ($8.00 USD) — Welcome to the fun whimsical world of mood changing nail polish. Don’t worry – you’re not crazy, but your nail polish, on the other hand may be described as …..unstable. Finally, a nail polish that will reflect your inner hysteria. Amuse yourself by guessing what shade your nail polish will be at any given moment.

The new metallic shades from left to right are The Blues, Loved and Envious.

What I think: These change to body temperature. So when you are outside in the heat, they will be the lighter color and when you are cooler they will be the darker shade. If you are hot and wash your hands in cold water, you might get darker tips, which is really cool! I think these are very fun!

You can purchase these at www.themoodpolish.com.

Make waves this summer with the new China Glaze® Sunsational collection. This fun palette of six brighter-than-bright crèmes and six juicy jelly polishes create a bold pop or sheer hint of color that are sure to see you through every highlight of your summer.

Mix and match these hot hues and different finishes from China Glaze® Sunsational for a vivid and bold expression on your tips and toes:

Sun of A Peach: Popping peachy crème

Neon & On & On: Flirtatious pink crème

Bottoms Up: Passionate bubblegum pink-purple crème

That’s Shore Bright: Playful purple crème

Too Yacht to Handle: Teasing teal crème

Highlight of My Summer: Mellow mint green crème

Shell-O: Juicy coral-pink jelly

Heat Index: Enticing pink jelly

You Drive Me Coconuts: Panic-causing purple jelly

Are You Jelly?: Vivacious purple jelly

Isle See You Later: Marine blue jelly

Keepin’ It Teal: Totally Turned Up turquoise jelly

What I think: These are super fun summer colors! I love creams, but I think I would have to say my favorites are the jellies, especially Are You Jelly?, Isle See You Later and Keepin’ it Teal!

These are available at salons and beauty supply stores including Ulta and http://www.ulta.com.

Enjoy your fun nails!

Summer Makeup Ideas Part 2 — Sexy Eyes

Dramatic eye makeup seems to always be in. Whether you wish to rock a smokey eye during summer nights or apply waterproof eyeliner and mascara for days at the pool or lake, having the perfect eye makeup is key.

Start of with a shimmery shadow:

3D duo eyeshadow ($3.49 USD) — The ultra-light yet high-coverage formula creates a cool finish with a 3D effect – from satin to metallic to shimmering. Six duo eyeshadows, each with two perfectly aligned shades, create a multi-dimensional eye look for the perfect spring look. The shades left to right are Irresistable First Love, Irresistable Mermaid Kiss, Irresistable Purr-ple, Irresistable Caramel Cream, Irresistable Chocolates, and Irresistable Smoky Eye.

essence Night Club Eyeshadow Palette ($4.49 USD) — Party time! These two eyeshadow palettes offer ultimate glamour and are sure to fit into even the tiniest party clutch. Eight eyeshadow colors with a powdery texture and various finishing effects create expressive “night-on-the-town” eye make-up styles. Available in two color palettes with an optimized brush and sponge applicator. The palettes are Dance Til Dawn and Already Midnight.

Available at www.ulta.com

Glam’Eyes HD Eyeshadows ($5.99 USD): Add depth with this unique 4-shade palette with multi-reflective pigments that look perfect under any light. The velvety, creamy formula blends effortlessly for up to ten hours of wear. Available in 8 shades. Above is Green Park, Also available in Purple Reign, Black Cab, English Oak, English Rose, Royal Blue, Heart of Gold, and True Union Jack.

Rimmel ScandalEyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner

ScandalEyes Eye Shadow Sticks ($4.49 each): Sweep on high impact color with a precision tip applicator that helps this ultra-soft shadow stick glide on for a shiny and luminous finish. Available in 9 shades: Gossip Green, Paranoid Purple, Guilty Grey, Whiteness White, Bulletproof Beige, Bad Girl Bronze, Tempting Turquoise, Blackmail, and Blamed Blue.

Learn more at www.rimmelondon.con and available at mass market retailers eveywhere.

MAKE Glitter Eyeshadow ($18 USD) Not tested on animals, cruelty-free, vegan, paraben-free, hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, mineral-oil-free, oil-free. in two shades, Alabaster, a warm white with a peach undertone. Quartz: An icy white with a silver undertone.

www.weseebeauty.com

Waterproof Eye Makeup:

essence stays no matter what waterproof eye pencil — essence stays no matter what waterproof collection

essence STAYS no matter what Collection

With a party-proof claim, these products are sure to keep you looking your best all night long!

• stays no matter what waterproof eye pencil ($1.99)
• stays no matter what 24h waterproof eyeliner pen ($3.29)
• stays no matter what 24h waterproof volume mascara ($4.99)

Available at mass market retailers near you.

Rimmel London ScandalEyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner ($4.49 USD) — Start by lining and defining eyes with shocking color that lasts. This ultra smooth and creamy formula glides on easily, and the waterproof, sweat-proof, and smudge-proof liner is even safe for sensitive eyes. Available in 10 shades: Purple, Black, Taupe, Sparkling Black, Brown Nude, Deep Blue, Turquoise, Light Blue, and Silver.

Enjoy!