Jane Iredale – Page 2 – Forty, Flirty & Fabulous

Last Minute Beauty Stocking Stuffers

Still stuffing stockings? I am! I have compiled a list of great stocking stuffers for the beauty conscious lady — and man — in your life! Pick your fave one, two or three and gift beautifully!

jane iredale Eye Shere Liquid Eye Shadow ($17 each) — For a festive stocking stuffer, try the smooth and luxurious Eye Shere Liquid Eye Shadow available in two new Limited Edition shimmering shades: Opal Silk, a shimmery opalescent white and Gold Silk, a shimmery sheer gold. This quick-drying liquid eye shadow has a smooth and luxurious formula that will not crease or smear, and helps to camouflage shadows and veins on the eyelid. The new shades can be used alone, beneath powder eye shadow for added intensity, for over powder eye shadow for a high shimmer effect.

These are so pretty! They are shimmery, but very wearable. I wore the gold one all over my eyelid today and it was a sheer wash of color. LOVE!

Available at http://www.janeiredale.com

L’Occitane Shea Butter Travel Treats ($24, on sale on the website for $20) — A nourishing set of Shea Butter hand and foot cream – a nice surprise to hang on the tree.

My favorite hand cream and a foot cream, too?! Awesome gift!

Available at http://www.usa.loccitane.com and fine beauty stores

VOLANTÉ Transformative Eye Crème ($85) — The endless holiday nights and late last-minute gift shopping never looked so good with this feather-light crème infused with peptides, clinically proven to help reduce dark circles. Powered by the 7 VITAE Complex, this crème improves the tone, texture and brightness of the skin around the eye.

This is a great luxury cream for someone special, or for yourself! Available at volanteskincare.com.

Burt’s Bees Natural Skin Care for Men Deodorant ($8 USD) — Go ahead and strut your stuff. Made from an odor-fighting botanical, our powerful natural deodorant harnesses energizing Citrus Oils, woodsy Cyprus and Warm Fir to keep you smelling and feeling your best. Bring on the day.

My husband’s stocking is always the hardest one for me. He is going to love this deodorant, it smells fantastic! And the line also includes bar soap, body wash, shave cream and aftershave, and a nice gift set, too!

Available at http://www.burtsbees.com and mass market retailers near you.

Beauticontrol Moisturizing Body Bar - Juicy Pear — Beauticontrol Moisturizing Body Bar – Juicy Pear

Moisturizing Body Bar Juicy Pear ($10 or $26 for all three) — A trio of tantalizingly scented body bars are perfect for all skin types. They luxuriously wash away dirt, oil and dead skin cells, leaving skin refreshed and soft. Available in three delicious scents: Exotic Beaches, Juicy Pear and Verbena Blossom.

These smell fantastic and make great gifts for moms and sisters (and friends, etc…)

Available at http://www.beauticontrol.com

Smashbox Be Legendary Lip Gloss ($20 USD) — Inspired by photo gels found on set, Smashbox created this glassy gloss with a clear, hydrating base free of traditional heavy binders for a non-sticky finish. Then they infused the formula slowly with vibrant pigments using a careful mixing process for an ultra refined pigmentation in which all of the gloss ingredients are perfectly dispersed. The result is a superlight, comfortable blend that you can hardly feel, but that still leaves a bold wash of gorgeous color—just like a photo gel.

Gorgeous gloss in an array of colors for every lady!

Available at http://www.smashbox.com and luxe beauty stores nationwide.

Black Friday Cosmetic Deals — Jane Iredale, tarte, Color Me, Laura Geller and Urban Decay

It’s shopping time! Ready for some great Black Friday Deals? I know I am.

There are so many great Black Friday beauty deals, I am going to a few different posts to include all of the great buys! Here I go…

Jane Iredale — Enjoy 30% off all Eye Steppes and My Steppes beginning on Friday, November 28th through Sunday, November 30th (while supplies last). Use Promo code: BF2014 on janeiredale.com

Enjoy a free Grab&Go with $150 or more purchase (a $77 value) on Monday, December 1st through Monday December 7th (while supplies last). Use Promo code: MYGIFT5 on janeiredale.com

The Grab & Go includes Barely Rose PurePressed Blush, Candied Rose PureGloss and Mini White Fan Brush.

tarte Cosmetics — Get 25% off all tarte.com purchases (including holiday sets) when you use the code: FRIDAY, at checkout. tarte.com is also offering a free sample & free shipping on orders $40 & up. Valid 11/27/14-11/30/14. Plus deals in specific stores:

tarte magical moments deluxe discovery set

tarte joy at lash lip and lash set

tarte positive energy deluxe energy lip and cheek set

tarte magical moments deluxe discovery set, $10 ($33 value), available exclusively at Sephora — the set includes: deluxe LipSurgence™ lip gloss in magic (pink coral), deluxe Amazonian clay 12-hour blush in magic (pink coral), and deluxe lights, camera, lashes™ 4-in-1 mascara.

tarte joy at lash lip & lash set, $19 ($43 value), available exclusively at Ulta – the set includes: deluxe best in faux lash extending fibers, full size lights, camera, lashes™ 4-in-1 mascara, and full size limited-edition LipSurgence™ lip gloss in joy (peach).

tarte positive energy deluxe energy lip & cheek set, $10 ($24 value), available exclusively at Macy’s — set includes: deluxe skintuitive cheek stain in energy and deluxe LipSurgence™ skintuitive lip tint in energy.

Color Me — For countless Americans, the day after Thanksgiving is synonymous with shopping as brands and retailers unveil steals and special offers. Now revolutionary makeup application device Color Me is joining the fun!

The device, which buffs foundation flawlessly and mimics finger tapping at a rate of 15,000 pulses per minute, has a special offer for makeup gurus clamoring to get their hands on the product: 4 free Color Me sponges (worth $18) with any Automatic Foundation Applicator purchase. This ensures Color Me girls (#colormegirl) will have fast, airbrush-quality application for their liquid and powder foundations through the festive season and into the New Year.

The offer is available November 27 – December 1 at select ULTA Beauty stores, http://www.ulta.com, and the brand’s ecommerce site colormebeauty.com.

Black Friday Sale – November 26th – 30th

· 25% OFF (no order minimum threshold) CHECKOUT CODE: FRIDAY25

· 30% OFF orders over $100 (threshold is pre-discount) CHECKOUT CODE: FRIDAY30

Cyber Monday Sale – December 1st

· FREE 3 Piece Laura Geller Beauty Essentials gift with purchase, valued at $39 and includes a Travel Size Blush-n-Brighten in Boysenberry, Mini Champagne Spackle and Mini Blush Brush for orders over $40 CHECKOUT CODE: CYBERGWP

o Set includes

· “Holiday Hues” EXCLUSIVE Eye Spackle Hues Collection which includes 7 shades of the Waterproof Eye Spackle Hues and a travel size GlamLASH Dramatic Volumizing Mascara. The set will be sold at $40 (valued at $191) , while supplies last NO CODE

25 Days Of Color – December 1st – December 25th

· Each day during this time period, LauraGeller.com will offer one single “hot item” at a generously discounted price for 24 hours only. CHECKOUT CODES REQUIRED. EACH DAY HAS A DIFFERENT CODE. SEE SITE FOR DETAILS.

· During this time period, a special, exclusive GWP will be available. CHECKOUT CODE: COLORGWP

Urban Decay Black Friday Deal: On Black Friday, prepare to have your eye arsenal fully loaded. For one day only, you can pick up the combination of Ammo Palette, Smoked Palette, AND get a deluxe sample of Perversion Mascara, for only $30. This killer combination is so edgy and intense, your eyeshadow brushes might need a safe word. Not enough for you? They’re also offering free shipping on all orders, plus the UD Ultimate Hookup Contest. Each unique order placed on www.urbandecay.com will receive 1 card that contains a random prize ranging from $10 off their next purchase, to a grand prize trip to Orange County.

Price: $30, Available 11/28 on UrbanDecay.com

Are you picking up any of these awesome deals? I’m going for the Urban Decay set, I think. Such a good deal! And maybe some of the others, too!

Fab New Makeup Looks For Fall

Have you switched up your makeup look for fall yet? I know fall is still in a few days, but I am wearing deeper, shimmery colors and going for a more dramatic and made up look (now that my fake tan is fading, I can’t just wear a lot of bronzer and lip gloss and call it good).

The fab below products are great suggestions for your new fall look. Have fun!

Mineral Fusion Eye Shadow Trio in Jaded ($24.99 USD) — Metallic eyes are the perfect complement to a bold outfit or accessory for a night out. Push the limits with color and mimic this look with Eye Shadow Trio in Jaded, a green and silver smoky eye kit for a perfect way to dress up a simple outfit. The colors include an emerald shimmer, sage green, and a matte cream.

What I think: What a beautiful eye shadow trio! If you have been afraid to try color on your eyes, try this. It is easy to blend and is pretty, but muted enough to be a new kind of neutral for your fall lids. Very well-pigmented.

Available at http://www.mineralfusion.com

Avon Big and Daring Volume Mascara ($9 USD) — Go bold with 5X the explosive volume for our most daring lash look yet! DYNAMITE WIRE BRUSH: Curved brush with multi-level patented bristles combs through and captures every lash while sculpting and filling in gaps. LASH BUILD TECHNOLOGY: Plumping Complex and innovative crème-gel formula delivers 5X the volume and a clump-free, smudge-free, flake-free build. Sweep on from root to tip for 24-hour.

What I think: This is a great mascara for everyday (1 coat), or special occasions (2 or more coats). It really builds for a dramatic look — lengthening and volumizing. Love!

Available through an Avon representative or http://www.avon.com

Gerard Cosmetics Color Your Smile Lighted Lip Gloss in Butter Cream ($24 USD) — Decadent and drop dead gorgeous, meet the perfect, creamy pink nude: Butter Cream. A new creation from Beauty expert, Jaclyn Hill. This feminine and flirty lip gloss is a sweet way to glam up your look. Smooth like butter and ridiculously pigmented, Butter Cream will delight any makeup lover.

What I think: This is my new favorite lip gloss! I usually love, sheer and shimmery glosses, but this creamy, full-coverage gloss is perfect! It is creamy and not sticky, plus the color is gorgeous. And the mirrored and lighted packaging is really fun to use.

Available at www.whiteninglightning.com and www.gerardcosmetics.com.

Jane Iredale Jelly Jar Gel Eyeliner in Green ($28 USD) — Soft and creamy, they glide on smoothly for a defined or smudgeable line, then set to stay just how you like. Highly pigmented, water resistant and long lasting.

What I think: First of all, I love this army green, it is really pretty and appropriate for fall. Second, it’s super easy to apply with an eyeliner brush. But, make sure it’s perfect quickly, because once it dries it will stay on for hours!

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

Pur Minerals Lip Gloss Sticks ($16 USD) — Is it a gloss, is it a pencil, or is it something better? Pur’s megawatt Lip Gloss Sticks give you the jaw-dropping bold lip look you expect from a gloss with application ease of a jumbo pencil. Bursting with rich emollients and vitamin E, these buttery smooth sticks condition lips as they colour. Now that’s something to smile about. Paraben free.

What I think: The color above is called Honey Pie. It is a great fall nude and applies creamy and smooth. The feel of this is almost like a balm. This is a really nice product for days that you just want to slick on your lip color and go!

Available at http://www.purminerals.com

Freshen Up Your Summer Look With Products By Tarte, Pur Minerals, Mineral Fusion and Jane Iredale

I get tired of turning to the same products all of the time. When I think that my look has become predictable, I like to change it up. I’ve been trying out some great new makeup from some of my favorite brands — tarte, Pur Minerals, Mineral Fusion and Jane Iredale — and I am loving my new look!

Tarte Timeless Smoothing Primer ($39 USD) — Turn back the hands of time with tarte’s new timeless smoothing and filling primer formulated to fade out your biggest beauty boundaries such as large pores, fine lines and wrinkles. The antioxidant-rich formula infused with vitamins C & E and green bean extract gently melts into the skin delivering a surge of moisture, peptides and other naturally-derived elixirs for a firmer, smoother appearance. You’ll love the lightweight texture and fresh powder scent as it provides the perfect blank canvas to enhance the look and wear time of makeup. It can also be worn alone as part of your skincare regimen, blurring out skin imperfections and signs of aging for a flawless, soft-focus finish.

What I think: I love the new blurring primers and this one is exceptionally good! Just a little evens my skin tone and smooths lines and the appearance of pores. Perfect under makeup or by itself, for a fresh, polished look.

Available at http://www.tartecosmetics.com

Tarte Rainforest After Dark Palette ($38 USD) — Inspired by the deep orchid hues of the Rainforest at dusk, this palette has everything you need to create sultry, sophisticated looks to take you from day to night. Each pigmented, flattering shade is infused with colored clay, which naturally color-corrects as it helps control oil for longer, truer wear. This next generation ingredient from the mountainous regions of Brazil brightens, evens and soothes skin while the velvety formula glides on and delivers rich color without settling into fine lines or wrinkles.

New limited-edition and iconic shades inspired by sultry Amazonian adventures include:

• bare to explore (pink beige)
• make a mauve (plum mauve)
• plum away with me (dark plum)
• up to no gold (gold)
• tan-gled up in you (tan)
• don’t turn a-brown (dark brown)
• unleashed (nude rose blush)
• champagne (highlighter)
• park ave princess™ (bronzer)

What I think: This gorgeous palette will give you great day and night looks. The eye shadows are so flattering and will work well now, and as we go into fall. Plus, Park Avenue Princess is one of my all-time favorite bronzers. It’s a subtle, lighter shade, but is really pretty on!

Available at http://www.tartecosmetics.com

Pür Minerals Big Look Mascara in Black ($20 USD) — Fortified with Argan Oil, this game-changing mascara formula envelops lashes in nourishing, knockout colour with endless build and dewy sheen. And with our exclusive, clump-resistant mascara wand, getting smooth, evenly coated lashes is easy — even in tough inner corners! Now, that’s a stroke of genius.

What I think: I love trying new mascaras! I love that this has Argan Oil in it. The brush is molded plastic and is medium-sized. I tried it and — wow! I noticed instant separation and length and since it is very buildable, in a couple of coats I had tons of volume as well. It is so good — and good for my lashes!

Available at www.purminerals.com

Mineral Fusion Lip Tints ($9.99 USD ) — This sheer, hydrating formula composed of natural ingredients smoothes lips with moisturizing cocoa butter while delivering vibrant color with staying power. Its sleek automatic packaging allows for easy application, buildable color and an always-rich pout for chic, on-the-go women. The lip-firming peptide locks in moisture for luscious lips and a perky pout while the natural Vanilla Mint flavor leaves fresh breath for any occasion.

What I think: I have been testing this in the shade Glisten, which is a shimmering nude. The vanilla mint flavor is tasty and the color is sheer and pretty. I like this as an everyday lip color since it moisturizes and does not dry out the lips.

Available at http://www.dermstore.com

Jane Iredale PureGloss Lip Gloss Tangerine ($24 USD) — If you’d rather have a gloss than a tint, this is perfect! This has a luxurious formula that feels lusciously creamy on the lips with Moringa butter and avocado oil that make lips feel conditioned, moisturized, quenched and nourished. It is remarkably long‐lasting and is free of petroleum‐based products.

What I think: I do love my lip gloss! This is such a pretty soft, coral and it’s perfect for the summer. The gloss itself does last a long time and is makes my lips soft — and isn’t sticky. Yay!

Purchase at shop.janeiredale.com

Product Round-Up — My Fave Beauty Things Week of July 21th

We have had a pretty hot week here in Kansas City, but it is finally cooling down a little, yay! I am still trying out new summer products to help me with the heat.

This week, I have been enjoying a facial cleansing oil, a gorgeous makeup up palette inspired by a new film, a refillable brush for my favorite powders, natural dental hygiene products, crunchy dried fruit snacks, and a cooling face cream.

NUDE Skincare Perfect Cleansing Oil ($35 USD) — This omega-rich oil deeply cleans and removes all impurities, including eye makeup. All-natural plant oils, including meadowfoam and jojoba, support skin health and hydration. Skin is left radiantly clean, comfortable and soft.

What I think: This is so healing on my parched summer skin. I like to use this oil at night to remove makeup and restore my skin’s natural balance. I feel that the heat, sweating and being in the sun makes my skin feel really uncomfortable. This not only removes all dirt and makeup, it leaves skin soft and definitely not greasy!

Available at http://www.sephora.com

Pur Minerals Jupiter Ascending Collection ($29 USD) — This has just landed at ULTA Beauty from Pür Minerals. They have created an exclusive, limited edition collection for the highly anticipated film, Jupiter Ascending starring Mila Kunis and Channing Tatum.

The collection is designed to help you achieve the flawless on-screen looks with:

Eye Shadows: Six stunning shades of shadow from subtle neutral to dramatic shimmer help you get Jupiter’s striking look. The talc-free eye shadows come in matte, satin, and metallic textures for a wide range of looks from day to night.
Galaxy Lip Gloss: Housed in futuristic light-up packaging, the iridescent pink gloss comes with a built-in touch-up mirror for beauty on the go.
Space Eyeliner: This liquid precision eyeliner in inky black features a user-friendly felt tip for easy application. Get sharp, clean definition for flawless eyes with this daily must-have.

What I think: This is a gorgeous makeup kit! My daughter was going out for her 19th birthday with friends and used the eyeliner and shadows to create a dramatic look. She loved the color payoff of the shadows and said that the liner was easy to use. I kept the awesome lip gloss for myself. The pale, sheer pink is one of my favorite lip color looks. And it lights up as you use it. Cool!

Exclusively found at ULTA and ULTA.com.

Jane Iredale Refill-Me Refillable Loose Powder Brush ($35 USD) — A mess-free way to apply loose powder and get exceptional coverage on-the-go.

Self-contained, ready to be filled, with a locking mechanism that prevents spilling.
Ideal for travel.
Easy to refill.
Only one jar of Jane Iredale’s Amazing Base Loose Mineral Powder is needed to fill the brush two times!
Can be used with Jane Iredale’s Amazing Matte and Powder-Me SPF, as well as your fave powder, too.

What I think: I have been using this with the Jane Iredale Golden shade of Powder-Me SPF powder and I find it easy to use and it gives great coverage. You can easily lock it so it won’t get messy if you take it on trips. I thinks this is a really good investment for travel.

Available at shop.janeiredale.com

Hello Mouthwash Pink Grapefruit Mint ($4.99 USD ) — Helps clean and freshen the mouth. This mouthwash is free of alcohol, artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, and doesn’t cause mouth pain. It is never tested on animals.

What I think: I’m loving this cool line of dental hygiene products. They currently have mouthwash, toothpaste and breath spray in Pink Grapefruit mint, Mojito Mint and Supermint. I like all three flavors — they are like nothing I have tried before! I love that they are natural, and not too strong. LOVE!

Available at http://www.walgreens.com and other drugstores and drugstore websites.

Crispy Green Crispy Fruit ($1.59 USD for 1 .36 oz. bag, you can also buy in larger bags) — Crispy Fruit snacks are 100% freeze-dried fruit slices that are made of real fruit and nothing else. The taste in Crispy Fruit comes from the fresh fruit itself. There is no sugar, sweeteners or other additives used to enhance the taste or appearance! Crispy Fruit is truly guilt-free snacking.

What I think: Yum! I tried all six flavors: Apple, Asian Pear, Tangerine, Banana, Mango and Pineapple and like them all. My favorites were the banana and pineapple. I would definitely purchase these again for myself and my family for healthy snacks!

Available at shop.crispygreen.com.

Korres Greek Yoghurt Advanced Nourishing Sleeping Facial ($45 USD) –A centuries-old Greek remedy for skin soothing, moisturizing Greek Yoghurt provides a natural source of proteins, minerals, and vitamins to instantly nourish stressed, dry skin. This ultrahydrating facial-in-a-jar contains a Greek Yoghurt concentrate with two and a half times the protein content of regular yogurt, and works overnight to provide skin with intense, long-term moisturization and nourishment to create a smooth, even complexion. You will wake up to noticeable improvements in skin texture and more moisturized, refreshed skin.

What I think: This is such a great evening skin treatment! I apply at night after my serum, and when I wake up my skin feels fresh and so soft! I use it about every other night, but it is so gentle it can be used more often if you wish. Summer skin becomes so stressed and tired and this evens the skin tone and texture by morning.

Available at http://www.sephora.com

What products are you loving this week? Any new favorites?

Ready To Tan? — Do It Safely With Self-Tanner, and Protect Your Skin With SPF

I am a huge advocate of using sunscreen all year round, but especially during the warm seasons when I go outside more than usual.

But, I also love not being pasty white in the summer! So I have not only intensified my sunscreen efforts, I have began self-tanning. I never get super dark, but I do like a bit of a glow.

Below are products to help get ready for the sun — and to help you look like you’ve been soaking up the rays!

Fake Bake Fair ($25.95 USD) — As summer approaches. Fake Bake’s Fair is Fake Bake’s build-your-own self-tanner that is as easy to apply as any moisturizer and smells amazing! There is no better way to give your skin a light, golden, natural glow! Fair is wonderful on even the palest of skin tones and builds gradually so the effect is easy to control. It also has Fake Bake’s signature guide color so you can see exactly where it¹s going as you apply it.

What I think: If you want to get a gradual, natural looking tan, this product is for you! I love the guide color, it makes it easy to see where you have and have not applied the products yet. And it smells nice, which is important if you decide to apply it every day.

Fair is available at leading salons nationwide.

Vita Liberata pHenomenal 2-3 Week Self Tan Mousse – Dark ($54 USD) — This must-have Tan Lotion gives instant, flawless color and develops into the longest lasting, ultrahydrating tan. It is formulated with revolutionary pHenO2 technology to guarantee the longest lasting tan in the world (up to four times longer than regular tans) with a completely perfect, natural fade. The lotion formula is packed with organic botanicals and is so moisturizing, it can be used on the face as well as the body. It contains unique Moisture Lock™ technology for silky-soft and super hydrated skin that lasts for 72 hours. Odour Remove™ promises zero smell for the most natural tanning experience.

What I think — This comes in Fair, Medium, and Dark. I like using the Medium. This is very easy to apply. Just squirt the mousse onto a tanning mitt or gloves, and rub in. Really fast! It does last longer than a long time without fading, which I love. It smells pretty good, but there is a faint smell to it.

Available at http://www.vitaliberata.com, http://www.sephora.com and http://www.qvc.com.

Jane Iredale Powder-Me ($45.50 USD) — This dry sunscreen can be used on the body, face and scalp for UVB/UVA SPF 30 protection and is water-resistant for up to 40 minutes. Powder-Me SPF contains titanium dioxide and natural clay which is completely free of contaminants and atmospheric pollutants. Available in three shades: Translucent, Tanned, and Golden.

What I think: This sunscreen is easy to apply with the built-in applicator. I have it in the Translucent, which is good to use on the face, body and hair. I think the other two would be fun to try in the summer, especially in cute summer outfits!

Available at http://www.janeiredale.com

Australian Gold Lotion with Kona Bronzers - SPF 50 — Australian Gold Lotion with Kona Bronzers – SPF 50

Australian Gold Lotion with Kona Bronzer – SPF 50 ($7.99 USD) — delivers unsurpassed sun protection with instant, natural-looking color. Sport a sun-kissed glow even on your first day at the beach!

Delivers an immediate, natural-looking glow with Kona-coffee-infused bronzers
Contains Kakadu plum extract, a native Australian fruit that provides exceptional levels of vitamin C
Provides Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB protection; Water Resistant (80 Minutes)
Signature Australian Gold Fragrance
Available in SPF 15, 30 and 50

What I think: I have been testing this in the SPF 50. For me, the higher the SPF, the better! I really love the scent, but I don’t see much of a bronzing color. But, I love the high SPF!

Available at Drugstores nationwide and http://www.australiangold.com

What type of sun care products do you use?

Punch Up Your Lip Color This Spring

I love changing my lip color a bit with the seasons. Spring makes me think of softer and brighter colors. I won’t go too bright, but I do love a good coral, pink and peach!

Below are some lip colors that I have been testing. All are different but really pretty and will get you ready for Spring!

NYC New York Color Smooch Proof 16HR Lip Stain

NYC New York Color lets you smooch away without smooching away your lip color with the Smooch Proof 16HR Lip Stain ($4.99 USD). This longwearing lip stain stays put for hours, so you can kiss to your heart’s content.

This lightweight, transfer-proof stain delivers irresistibly smooth, vivid lip color all day long. With its precise felt tipped pen applicator system, lining lips and filling them in requires one easy step for lust-worthy lips that won’t budge.

What I think: This is a very affordable way to wear the new lip stains markers that are out now. I have been loving Orange on the Go. It’s a light, wearable orange that when I wear it alone, it looks like I’ve been eating a pop sickle, or I can put a shimmery gloss over it for a really fresh look.

Available in 13 smooch proof shades at drugstores nationwide

Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balms ($7 USD) For just a hint of color and a whole lot of conditioning. The Botanical Waxes in these softly tinted balms will take your lips to lovely in one pretty swipe. They come in a range of 9 naturally flattering shades, 4 of which are new! Blush Orchid, Caramel Daisy, Petunia and Sweet Violet.

What I think: LOVE! I have been wearing this every day in Petunia, a nude pink. It is so easy to swipe on and it looks more polished than a clear lip balm. And it is so moisturizing!

Available at mass market retailers and http://www.burtsbees.com

Jane Iredale Puremoist Lipstick ($25 USD) — Vivid pigments blend with nourishing natural oils and superfruit extracts for petal‐soft lips that feel, look and taste amazing.Ripe, juicy colors saturate the lips with 24 versatile shades that dress the lips with high‐impact color and sumptuous depth. The continuously creamy, rich and smooth formula glides on easily for long‐lasting color. The sleek tube is designed for easy and precise application.

What I think: The color I have been testing is Rikki. It is described as a bubble gum pink, but I think it’s more of a pretty rose. This is perfect when I want to go one step further than a colored balm. It is sheer, but so pretty! Perfect for work and the weekend because it lasts a few hours before needing to reapply!

shop.janeiredale.com

Face Stockholm Lipstick in Toffee ($22 USD) — Available in three formulas — traditional Creams for a rich creamy coverage, classic Mattes for color-saturation with no shine and subtle Veils for a sheer wash of moisturizing color.

What I think: Toffee is a cream and it goes on smooth and covers really well. This color is so perfect for spring. It is soft, but does give a pretty pop of coral.

Purchase at www.facestockholm.com.

Are you trying a new lip color this spring? What are you loving?

Glam Up Your Eyes With Jane Iredale

Let’s get something straight, I love makeup but am NOT a makeup artist. No siree. But I so like playing with makeup. In all my years as a makeup maven, I haven’t really experimented with false eyelashes, and I have never used clusters of individual false lashes before now.

I tried the Jane Iredale Professional Faux Lashes ($24.00 USD). This kit includes professional quality, individual faux lashes in two different lengths with latex-free adhesive.
I love that these are made up of natural lashes and adhesive allow even the most sensitive eyes to enjoy instant glamour. To apply follow these instructions:

• Begin by applying PureLash Extender & Conditioner and Longest Lash Mascara to natural lashes.
• Unscrew the cap of the adhesive to remove the wand.
• Using clean, dry tweezers, gently lift an individual lash cluster of the appropriate length from the tray.
• Hold the lash with tweezers and touch the knotted end of the faux lash to the adhesive on the wand.
• Starting at the outer corner of the lash line, place the lash on top of natural lashes with the knotted end close to, but not touching the eyelid.
• Hold the lash in place for about 5 -10 seconds until the adhesive sets.
• Moving from the outside corner of the eye to the insider corner, apply the remaining lashes until the desired effect is achieved.
• Reapply jane iredale mascara until both natural and faux lashes are covered and blended.

This took a few minutes to maneuver correctly, and I lost a few faux lashes, but I did eventually achieve a good look with the lashes. I placed about 4 clusters on each eye and it dramatically enhanced my puny lashes without looking fake. I kept them on only for about an hour, but they stayed the whole time. I think this would be perfect for a night out!

What to wear to show off your long, flirty lashes? Why, Jane Iredale’s Perfectly Nude Eye Shadow Kit ($52.00 USD) of course. This palette features five shades touted to draw attention to your eyes, instead of your makeup. The shades are Cream, Foxy, Cappuccino, Antique Gold and Copper. These are really pretty neutrals that will look great with any eye color. They are also very well pigmented and can be used for a soft look, or layer them for more drama.

Visit www.shop.janeiredale.com to learn more and to find out where to purchase these fun products.

Jane Iredale Lip Plumpers — No Pain, Lots of Gain!

Jane Iredale is a line known for mineral makeup. I have been able to try some of their great lip products that have natural ingredients used to moisturize and plump lips.

Just Kissed Lip Plumper ($24.00 USD) – Is a cool mint and ginger lip plumper that also contains shea butter, sunflower oil and aloe vera to soften and hydrate the skin. It also includes time-released peptides that, “have been shown to increase hydration and stimulate collagen synthesis”. It comes in 5 colors, with my favorite being Tokyo, a peachy-pink color which will be very pretty for spring. I really love this products because it is like using a balm with color added. When I apply it, it tingles a bit, but is not painful and is very shimmery on. It keeps the lips soft all day, which is great for any lip product, let alone a plumper!

PureGloss for Lips ($19.00 USD) – This product is also a plumper with mint and ginger, but this is a shiny, full color gloss. It hydrates the lips like the Just Kissed with a glossy finish. It is made of a base of organic vegetable oils with added botanicals including extracts of green tea, grape seed and pomegranate. This gloss comes in 19 colors! I really like Apricot. It is a pretty neutral that makes my lips look full and sexy!

Sugar & Butter Lip Exfoliator/Plumper ($24.00 USD) – This is my favorite of the three. One side has a brown sugar exfoliator that you rub gently on your lips, then can lick the sugar right off! Then, apply the tinted lip plumper with shea butter and peptides that moisten and plump. The color of the plumper is a sheer pink. It is a lot like the Just Kissed plumpers, but gives your lips a soft glow without a lot of color.

I really like the idea that you can plump and moisturize your lips at the same time. I think these products are great for women of all ages, but the 40+ ladies will really love the way they smooth the lines out and leave lips soft. Visit the website at www.janeiredale.com to learn more.