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Yves Rocher Replumping Serum Foundation

: Replumping Serum Foundation

Looking for a high quality, affordable foundation? Yves Rocher’s new Replumping Serum Foundation ($14.00 USD) aims to plump, comfort, and give radiance to your skin.

The claim: The 1st Yves Rocher foundation, which concentrates at the heart of a formula of sensorial touch and maximum comfort, includes 4 high performance rose extracts. Your moisturized and plumped skin regains its suppleness for an instantaneous, “fresh complexion” effect. Signs of fatigue and fine lines are reduced, skin texture is smoothed. Your complexion is perfectly even without a “mask” effect. Formula tested under dermatological supervision. The Plus: Its pump-bottle dispenses the correct dose.

What I think: I love good-for-the-skin makeup and a combination foundation and serum is fabulous. This one glides on nicely and blends well into my skin, leaving a natural, glowing look. My skin looks fresh and not cakey with it on.

Visit www.yvesrocherusa.com to learn more and to purchase this fab foundation.

Kenzo Homme Woody EDT

Looking for a sexy Fall scent for your favorite man? One of my favorite fragrance companies, Kenzo, has released a perfect men’s cologne for the season, Kenzo Homme Woody ($72.00 USD 3.4 oz, $54.00 USD 1.7 oz).

The Kenzo website describes this scent as, ” An aromatic woody fragrance with an intense and vibrant trail. The energy of fresh, fusing leaves, mint and basil, mingles with the power of woody notes of vetiver and Atlas cedar. The fragrance of a free spirit who draws his strength from nature, between sky and earth.” The scent is:

-Woody, aromatic
-Recommended for both day and night wear
-Atlas cedar base blends with black pepper and mint

What I (and my husband) thought: This is a very masculine scent, with a twist — it is not only woodsy, it has a refreshing kick to it. I also think that it is fresh enough to wear all year, not just in the Fall.

Visit www.kenzousa.com to purchase this scwent. Enjoy!

d.j.v. beautenizer Fiberwig LX Mascara

It’s Fall (almost)! Time to try a new mascara! Of course, I think it’s always time to try a new mascara. But if you not only want to try a new mascara, but want to try a cool hi-tech one, try d.j.v. beautenizer Fiberwig LX ($, from the best selling mascara manufacturer in Japan, Imju Corporation. If you think the name is long, it does not compare to the extreme lengths this technologically advanced formula will take your lashes. Beginning August 2010, available in Pure Black, d.j.v. beautenizer Fiberwig LX will be sold exclusively in Sephora, Sephora inside JCPenney and Sephora Canada.

The claim: Fiberwig LX’s unique fiber enriched film coating formula lengthens while conditioning lashes. The formula contains conditioning oils with panthenol, natural silk and botanical extracts that work to maintain healthy and resilient lashes. The crescent shaped brush conforms to each and every lash, even those hard to reach corners and the tiniest of lashes, not to mention the lower lashes. Generous amounts of fibers perfectly encapsulate lashes from root to tip, extending lashes to eyebrow reaching lengths. With Fiberwig LX’s innovative staying power you can forget about smudging and those dreaded raccoon eyes. Best of all, it removes with just warm water.

What I think: It’s really cool that I can see all of the fibers on the brush before I apply. This lengthens pretty well and separates each lash — no clumping! The only thing that I don’t like is that it is heavy on my lashes and weighs them down. I have to curl my lashes because they are stick straight, and this mascara kills my curl. But if you want a nice natural, separated look, this will give it to you!

Laura Geller’s Fall Eye-deas!

Super-talented cosmetics creator and make-up artist Laura Geller has created a couple of fab new eye products that will make it easy to glam up your Fall with long-wearing eyes!

Laura Geller Perfect Pairing ($26.50 USD) is a dual-ended eyeliner wand. One end holds liquid liner and the other end holds a powder shadow liner in the same shade. Cool, no? So simple to use, yet so transformative! First, apply the unique liquid eyeliner onto the base of the lashes to impart shiny, long-lasting, smudge-resistant color. Then use the high-pigment loose powder on the other end on top of the liquid liner with the specially crafted wand applicator to soften the line and intensify the color. The intense powder formula softens the appearance of a liquid liner, expertly smudging and perfecting while also setting the color so it stays put all day long–it’s that easy! Available in four wearable shades, including Black, Eggplant, Brown and Navy*.

Laura’s Lesson: “Always apply liquid liner to clean, dry skin for the best results. When using both liners, lay the brush on the root of the lash line for easier application. Place the shadow deep into the lash line for
a lush, intense effect.”

What I think: I like a softer eye, so I use the powder alone by smudging it into my lashes. But for more drama, layering the liners gives a sexy look that lasts all day!

Laura Geller Waterproof Eye Spackle ($22.00 USD). As the brand that popularized the primer category, Laura Geller continues to reinvent her famed, best-selling Spackle Collection with new Waterproof Eye Spackle, an innovative primer for eyes. This is gentle on the eyes but seriously tough on creases, smudges and smears, making any powder shadow virtually waterproof.

Application is seamless and effortless with the easy click-pen applicator. Applied as a base, lids are left smooth, creaseless and ready for flawless shadow application. Color stays true and remains in place all
day, no matter what the forecast is! Even humidity, tears, long hours at the office or a fun-filled evening won’t melt or budge eye makeup once Waterproof Spackle is applied.

Key Ingredients & Benefits:
• Isododecane: provides long lasting, water resistant-benefits
• Boron Nitride: imparts a soft, silky finish and simplifies application
• Ronasphere LDP: creates a light diffusing effect

Laura’s Lesson: “Always apply before your favorite shadow. Eye lid primers work to smooth and even the tone of lids for flawless color application. With a click of the pen, just the right amount of Spackle is
dispensed and will revolutionize your makeup case!”

What I think: This primer works really well. Just a little goes a long way. I smooth it on my eyelids and it instantly evens out the area. If I don’t have a lot of time in the morning, just a little primer and mascara makes me look wide awake. Add shadow and it will stay on all day.

You can purchase Laura Geller products at www.laurageller.com or www.qvc.com.

Hard Candy Fall 2010 Promotions

From September – November 2010 Hard Candy is pairing some of their best sellers with mini products that are cult favorites. These product pairings are:

Hard Candy Kal-eye-descope and Meteor-eyes shade will be sold with a mini Eyeshadow Primer at no additional cost! Both Kal-eye-descope and Meteor-eyes baked shadows are highly pigmented wet/dry shadows that instantly make eyes pop! For $6 everyone will be able to experience picture perfect eyes with affordable, high quality shadows! If this mini-promotion blows out – as everyone expects it will – the tandem will last indefinitely.

Sheer Envy Face Primer ($8.00 USD) will be sold with a mini Plumping Serum in light pink Girl Next Door. Sheer Envy Face Primer is treasured by customers, makeup artists and celebrities who can’t live without the exquisite formula and the staying power of makeup applied on a primed face. Plumping Serum is the go to formula for ladies wanting a pout that packs a punch in a variety of spectacular shades.

Mouthing Off ($6.00 USD), a favorite gloss across the board will be paired with a glittering black Walk the Line liner in Asphalt and Hot Smudge – the brand new liner that has become an instant favorite will have another all-star on board with Lash Tinsel in Spellbound. And when the stock flies off the shelves, the promotion will quickly turn into a mainstay.

Please visit Hard Candy at www.hardcandy.com to learn more about the products and you can purchase them at Walmart. Enjoy!

Fight Aging Skin With The Body Shop Natrulift Skin Care Line

The Body Shop has released a new firming skin care line called Natrulift. As with all of the Body Shop products, Natrulift contains natural, organic and Community Trade ingredients. This makes the products as good for our environment as they are for the skin! Some of the products I’ve tried are:

Natrulift Softening Facial Wash ($14.00 3.38 oz) — Best if you want to: Minimize the signs of aging and create a velvety-looking complexion with a softly-cleansing and refreshing facial wash. How it works:

Daily cleansing is the first step to beautifully soft and smooth skin, removing impurities and preparing the skin for daily moisturizer.
Pomegranate seed oil moisturizes skin and is rich in antioxidants to help minimize the damage cause by environmental aggressors.
Community Trade Brazil nut oil moisturizes and softens skin.

What I think: This is a fantastic face wash! When I first squeeze a bit out, it is very creamy, pearly and smells like pomegranates. So far, so good, right? Then I smooth it on my skin, gently massaging it in and rinse it. My skin is soft and looks smooth, too!

Natrulift Firming Serum ($36.00 1 oz) — Best if you want to: Minimize signs of aging and leave skin feeling firmer and more toned with a hydrating serum. How it works:

Has a temporary lifting effect: skin is plumper and hydrated.
Pomegranate seed oil moisturizes skin and is rich in antioxidants to help minimize the damage cause by environmental aggressors.
Organic Community Trade honey moisturizes and conditions skin.

What I think: This is my favorite product of the line. It is like a dose of instant gratification as immediately makes my skin look more even, smoother and lifted — and yes, younger! I apply this morning and night time before moisturizer. It is light and not sticky like some serums.

Natrulift Firming Day Cream ($30.00 1.7 oz) — Best if you want to: Minimize fine lines, smooth wrinkles and leave skin feeling firmer and hydrated with a day cream that moisturizes for up to 12 hours. How it works:

Has a temporary lifting effect: skin is plumper and hydrated.
Pomegranate seed oil moisturizes skin and is rich in antioxidants to help minimize the damage cause by environmental aggressors.
Community Trade Brazil nut oil moisturizes and softens skin.

What I think: This cream on top of the serum really firms and smooths the skin. It is almost the consistency of a balm, though, and may be too heavy for day time for some skin. If your skin is naturally dry, or dry in the winter like mine, this will be a perfect day cream.

This collection also includes the Natrulift Softening Cream Cleanser, Natrulift Softening Toner and Natrulift Firming Night Cream. You can learn more about these products and purchase them at http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com.

Enter to Win An Instyler

Don’t forget to enter my Instyler giveway! Tomorrew, September 18, 2010 I will choose a reader to win an Instyler. Just leave a comment on my blog telling my why you would like the Instyler and I will choose a name randomly.

I love my Instyler because it straightens and curls my hair quickly and easily. Check out my review at https://fortyflirtyfabulous.wordpress.com/2010/07/01/make-your-hair-fabulous-with-the-instyler/ to learn more about this fab hair styling tool.

So don’t forget to enter and GOOD LUCK!!!

The Body Shop Rainforest Hair Care Line

I love green skincare and makeup, so green hair care? It’s awesome, too! The Body Shop has recently introduced their eco-concious Rainforest Hair Care Line. It contains no sulphates, silicones, parabens or colorants. The products are biodegradable and recycled materials are used whenever possible.

The products I tried from the line include:

Rainforest Balance Shampoo ($3.50 2.0 oz, $10.00 8.4 oz, $14.00 13.5 oz) is meant to reduce excess oil for fresh hair all day long. This shampoo contains pracaxi oil, white nettle, seaweed and Community Trade sugar and aloe vera. Community Trade seaweed helps balance, purify and clarify skin and Community Trade aloe vera moisturizes and protects hair.

Rainforest Shine Conditioner ($3.50 2.0 oz, $10.00 8.4 oz, $14.00 13.5 oz) claims to smooth hair’s surface for incredible shine and prolonged radiance using a shine-enhancing conditioner. Contains pracaxi oil, caméline seed oil and Community Trade olive oil, sugar, and aloe vera. Community Trade organic olive oil helps to condition hair.

Rainforest Moisture Hair Butter ($8.00 1.76 oz, $14.00 6.7 oz) helps create soft, glossy and tangle-free hair using a luxuriously rich and intensive deep-conditioning treatment. With pracaxi oil, manketti nut oil and Community Trade honey and olive oil. Organic Community Trade honey moisturizes and conditions skin.

I really loved how each product smells fresh and clean. My favorite of the three is the hair butter. It is thick and creamy and really makes my hair soft.

To learn more about all of these good for your hair products, visit www.thebodyshop-usa.com. Enjoy!

Win The Instyler!!!

Announcing my Instyler giveway! On September 18, 2010 I will choose a reader to win an Instyler. Just leave a comment on my blog telling my why you would like the Instyler and I will choose a name randomly.

So don’t forget to enter and GOOD LUCK!!!

Cover FX — The Big Cover Up Kit

Cover FX is known for giving women a flawless face with easy to use products. Being over 40, I am always trying to improve the appearance and texture of my skin. The Big Cover Up Kit ($75.00 USD) gives the perfect products, brush and instructions to obtain a flawless and younger looking face!

What is It?

This complexion perfection 5 piece kit includes:

• Skinprep FX Nourishing Foundation Primer and Anti-Aging Serum – 15 ml/0.5 fl.oz
• COVER FX Total Coverage Cream Foundation (3 shades total 12g/ 0.43oz)
• Setting FX Translucent Setting Powder – 6.5g / 0.22oz.
• #130 Foundation Brush
• How-to Instructional DVD What Does It Do?

• Achieves total coverage of minor to major complexion imperfections, regardless of skin tone in 3 essential steps: PREP, COVER and SET.
• Creates flawless looking skin as blemishes, redness, sun damage and other complexion concerns all disappear.
• Helps you achieve the same professional results, Lee Graff achieves weekly for her patients in the CosMedic Clinic. By using The Big Cover Up kit, you are taking Lee’s 20 years of coverage expertise home with you.
• Provides products to prime, cover and set your Cover FX total coverage foundation with a professional application brush and how-to DVD.
• Proven color trios were selected to enable you to easily create and blend your perfect custom shade.

Skin Types

• All Skin Types
• Sensitive skin (non-comedogenic – zero irritancy score)
• Free of oil and fragrance

What I Think: The compact with the three foundation shades plus the powder on the bottom is portable and works so well to create a flawless face in minutes! The DVD instructions are helpful, but not necessary. I use the lightest shade as under eye concealer and highlighter, the medium shade as all over foundation, and the darker shade to contour. The brush is great for getting into corners of the face for highlighting and contouring. My lease favorite product is the Skinprep FX Nourishing Foundation Primer and Anti-Aging Serum as it felt a little heavy and oily on my skin. It might be great in the winter when my skin is drier.

Visit www.coverup.com to learn more and purchase this and other products by Cover FX. Enjoy!