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Best Selling Makeup And Beauty Products: Q1 2010 Part 3!

April 21, 2010

in Anti-Aging, Bath and Body, Best Selling Makeup, Concealer, Foundation, Fragrance and Perfume, Lips, Skin Care

It’s a wrap readers! Today is the final day of the Raging Rouge “best-selling beauty” feature story! Hope you’ve enjoyed checking out what other women are buying! Perhaps you’ve also pulled together a wish list for yourself?

	Who: LAVANILA Laboratories What: Healthy Roller-Ball Fragrance in Vanilla Grapefruit, $19 Where: LAVANILA.com Why: Completely free of harsh chemicals typically found in fragrance, now you can enjoy Lavanila’s fresh, clean blends on-the-go as you soak in powerful, skin-healthy ingredients with every roll. Housed in a sleek, spill-proof bottle, this lovely little travel perfume is a must for any carry-on, purse or cosmetics case. The celeb favorite product delivers an unexpected burst of citrus steeped in a warm Madagascar vanilla base.
	Who: DermaMinerals What: DermaHide Dual Pan Concealer, $25 Where: DermaMinerals.com Why: DermaHide Dual Pan Concealer provides natural looking coverage to problem areas, and with two colors in one compact you are sure to find your year round perfect match. Natural Health–UK’s leading glossy magazine on complementary therapies and holistic living–has awarded Best Concealer Winner to DermaMinerals DermaHide Dual Pan Concealer!
	Who: TINte Cosmetics What: Mynt Kiss Flavored Lip Shine, $17 Where: TINteCosmetics.com Why: If the sheer pinkish red hue of this shimmer gloss isn’t enough, the sweet taste and cool feel of peppermint are sure to entice! Named after the location where the brand’s creator shared a first kiss with her husband, the original Mynt Kiss shade was updated about a year ago and the universally flattering result has been selling like crazy ever since!
	Who: Korres Natural Products What: Korres Natural Products Quercetin & Oak Antiageing Primer, $33 Where: Sephora.com Why: This powerful treatment and skin-perfecting face primer in one instantly fills wrinkles and produces a smooth and perfected skin surface—ensuring long-lasting make up application. The formula is enriched with powerful antioxidant Quercetin and Oak extracts, which improve skin cell functioning, repair fine lines and wrinkles, and improve skin texture and elasticity.
	Who: glominerals What: glominerals pressed base – golden medium, $39 Where: gloSkinCare.com Why: Bobbie Thomas of the Today Show says “I don’t think I could live without my glominerals pressed base. It’s my SPF and it makes me feel like my skin tone is even. I love it.” Flawless coverage with superior texture, application and blendability.
	Who: glotherapeutics What: gloConditioning Hydration Cream, $38 Where: gloSkinCare.com Why: Leaves skin soft and hydrated. The nutrient-rich blend strengthens and fortifies skin, and smells amazing!
	Who: LaLicious What: Sugar Kiss Souffle Scrub, $34 Where: LaLicioud.com Why: This scrub is an amazing combination of Vanlla, Citrus and Rose and is a highly moisturizing body exfoliator. Before you get out of the shower, scrub all over your body and rinse with warm water. Pat yourself dry and this deliciously sweet scent will layer nicely with your favorite perfume!

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Best Selling Makeup And Beauty Products: Q1 2010 Part 2!

April 20, 2010

in Anti-Aging, Beauty Tools, Best Selling Makeup, Estee Lauder, Foundation, Hair Care, Lips, Skin Care

You’re back! I knew this feature story would grab you! Welcome to day 2 of best-selling beauty products! For those of you who missed the beginning of this feature story, scroll down for day 1!

	Who: Estee Lauder What: Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex, $47.50-$74.50 Where: EsteeLauder.com Why: Originally launched in 1982 as “Night Repair”, Estee Lauder’s comprehensive, high-performance anti-aging serum–inspired by groundbreaking DNA research–brings your skin a dramatic reduction in the visible signs of aging.
	Who: FusionBeauty What: LipFusionXL, $50.00 Where: Sephora.com Why: A spearmint-flavored nighttime lip plumping therapy. Swipe some on and wake up to the most intensely plump, firm, hydrated, and full-out sexy lips you’ve ever known—naturally—and all in a night’s sleep.
	Who: shu uemura What: eyelash curler, $19 Where: available at shuuemura-usa.com Why: Celebrated worldwide as the best-quality lash curler in the business, the shu uemura Eyelash Curler (hand-made in Japan) has remained the preferred makeup tool of professional makeup artists, A-List celebrities and consumers alike for over 15 years!
	Who: MAKE UP FOR EVER What: HD Microfinish Powder, $30 Where: Sephora.com Why: Consumers love this finishing powder because one shade works for all and it truly create a flawless complexion. The inimitable formula is incredibly soft and satiny and uses ultra fine, spherical micro-particles made of 100% Mineral Silica Powder. These extremely refined, round micro-particles allow natural and artificial light to reflect off of them, thereby softening and ultimately masking lines and imperfections for a perfect, radiant complexion on screen and in real life.
	Who: Hourglass Cosmetics What: Prodigy Hydrating Lip Gloss, $26 Where: Sephora.com Why: Just launched in February 2010, customers just can’t get enough of Prodigy Hydrating Lip Gloss. They love the sleek, innovative packaging that fits easily into a back pocket or clutch. The non-sticky formula is a hit, too. People can’t believe that not only does the product look cool, it is also an amazing gloss.
	Who: Aveda What: Smooth Infusion Glossing Straightener, $21 Where: Aveda.com Why: A cult favorite, this frizz-fighting potion smooths hair with an eco-friendly blend of organic aloe, wheat and plant-derived ingredients. The formula maintains straight, frizz-free styles all day and boasts a fresh, citrus-floral scent that keeps its devoted followers coming back for more.

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Best Selling Makeup And Beauty Products: Q1 2010!

April 19, 2010

in Anti-Aging, Best Selling Makeup, Cheek Color, Fragrance and Perfume, Hair Care, KENZO, Lips, Skin Care

Greetings, beauty aficionados!

When I was in junior high, it was common for girls to ask if they could look through your bag. The snooping was partially to pass the time, but was also a way of saying “I’d like to get to know you better. What can I find out about you if I look through your stash?”

As an adult, etiquette prevents us from continuing this behavior, so I’m offering the next best thing! Welcome to the “Best Selling Beauty” feature! The question posed to some of my favorite beauty brands was: “What was your #1 best-selling product from Q1 2010, measured by units sold?” The following products are the “go-to” beauty products purchased by women thus far in 2010. Hope it satisfies your curiosity! If not, it’s a great head-start on gift ideas for Mom!

	Who: Borghese What: Fango Mud for Face and Body, $61 Where: Borghese.com Why: 35 years of cleansing skin, leaving it refreshed and soft! Customers swear by it for controlling breakouts and brightening the complexion.
	Who: La Mer What: Crème de la Mer, $130-$1,390 Where: laMer.com Why: In a short time, skin becomes softer, firmer, looks virtually creaseless. Aging lines and pores are noticeably less visible. Even the driest of complexions are healed. Sensitivities are soothed. And, of course, there are also those who insist it has produced astonishing results.
	Who: Alterna Professional Haircare What: Caviar Anti-Aging Moisture Shampoo, $30 Where: Beauty.com Why: In a world where everyone is always looking for a quick fix, this shampoo yields instant results. After one wash, hair feels stronger, softer, and healthier. Results are cumulative and hair keeps looking better and better. Use with the corresponding conditioner for even more impressive results.
	Who: KENZO What: FlowerbyKenzo le Parfum, $72-92 Where: kenzousa.com Why: Amber and almond make this scent a rich, sensual take on the original FlowerbyKenzo, and its vibrant, matte red bottle stands out on any shelf.
	Who: Treat Beauty What: Treat Soft Candy Vanilla Buttercream Old Fashioned Jumbo Lip Balm, $10 Where: TreatBeauty.com Why: Whoever said good things come in small packages has never tried Treat’s Old Fashioned Jumbo Lip Balms. They are just like the big lip balms from when you were a kid, so delicious you will want to eat them up. Also you will have no problem finding them in your handbag!
	Who: NARS What: Orgasm Blush, $26 Where: NARSCosmetics.com Why: Flattering for every skin tone, this peachy pink color with shimmering flecks of gold has won over the hearts of women everywhere!

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Best-Selling Makeup: Halftime Report! Part 5

August 21, 2009

in Best Selling Makeup

Today wraps up the best-selling beauty feature at the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog. Many thanks to all of the brands that participated! Here’s day five, fearless readers!

	Who: CLEAN What: CLEAN Warm Cotton, 2.14 Fl. Oz., $69 Where: Sephora.com Why: CLEAN’s best seller CLEAN Warm Cotton, captures the feeling of a fluffy, warm towel just pulled from the dryer or slipping into your favorite T-shirt line-dried in the summer sun. CLEAN Warm Cotton wraps you in notes of Citrus, Lilac and Jasmine over a subtle but sexy blend of Amber and Musk.
	Who: Physician’s Formula What: Physicians Formula Concealer Twins Cream Concealer, $6.95 Where: Drugstore.com Why: The “classic” 2-in-1 makeup tool for a flawless finish! This cream concealer duo conveniently joins together a yellow and a light, flesh-tone cream concealer: Yellow is used by makeup artists to correct bluish skin imperfections, such as dark under-eye circles and bruises. Light, flesh-tone concealer can be used alone to hide any minor flaw or on top of yellow to even out skin tone.
	Who: MISSION Skincare What: MISSION Skincare Pomegranate Lip Balmer SPF 15, $3.99 Where: CVS.com Why: When applied, it goes on very smoothly and is moisturizing. Its slim packaging makes it easy to tuck inside your jeans pockets, inside a purse pocket, etc. The smell and taste are delicious and contains SPF 15 for added protection.
	Who: Anthony Logistics For Men What: Glycolic Facial Cleanser, $20 Where: Sephora.com Why: It contains aloe vera for soothing, glycolic acid to ease away fine lines, vitamins A, C and E to nourish. Cleanses and buffs away surface skin cells, leaving skin smooth and ready for shaving. Helps prevent ingrown hairs and razor burn.
	Who: Jouer Cosmetics What: Jouer’s Luminizing Moisture Tint, $38 Where: JouerCosmetics.com Why: This lightweight moisturizing tint evens out imperfections and fades the appearance of fine lines with its light-diffusing multi-mineral formula. SPF 20 protects from UVA and UVB rays while Ginseng and Gingko Bilboa Leaf Extract deliver antioxidants to skin, promoting a healthy complexion.
	Who: Dr. Denese What: Dr. Denese’s HydroShield Face Serum, $49 Where: DrDenese.com Why: Loaded with ceramides, soy, vitamin E, retinol, linoleic acids, EFA, and glycolipids, it supports the skin lipid barrier, often undermined by cold weather, air conditioning, dry heat, dry climates, and other environmental stressors. Moisture is locked in, helping to remarkably improve the appearance of dry lines and wrinkles.

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Best-Selling Makeup: Halftime Report! Part 4

August 20, 2009

in Best Selling Makeup, Estee Lauder

Welcome to day 4 of the best-selling makeup feature at the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog. Looking forward to reading about more top selling beauty? You're in the right place!

	Who: Origins What: Modern Friction™ Nature's gentle dermabrasion, $37.50 Where: Origins.com Why: Origins tested Modern Friction™ on a panel of 54 women. After just one try, of those who had undergone clinical micro-dermabrasion, 94% said they would now consider using Modern Friction™ instead.
	Who: Estee Lauder What: Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex, $47.50-$74.50 Where: EsteeLauder.com Why: This comprehensive, high-performance anti-aging serum-inspired by groundbreaking DNA research-brings your skin a dramatic reduction in the visible signs of aging.
	Who: FusionBeauty What: LipFusionXL, $50.00 Where: Sephora.com Why: This revolutionary overnight treatment delivers double strength collagen plus powerful hyaluronic acid microspheres creating break-through, topical delivery system to instantly firm, smooth and plump lips.
	Who: LORAC What: Breakthrough Performance Foundation, $38 Where: LORACCosmetics.com Why: The SMSystem helps to counteract the signs of aging by increasing cell turnover, and promoting skin’s natural ability to produce collagen; which has been shown to strengthen the skin’s structure. This system is designed for all ages and all skin types to help create a youthful, radiant complexion.
	Who: Cures by Avancé What: Age Defyer Eye, $50.00 Where: CuresbyAvance.com Why: “Great eye cream, very moisturizing.” Dr. Babak Azizzadeh, Facial Plastic Surgeon.

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Best-Selling Makeup: Halftime Report! Part 3

August 19, 2009

in Best Selling Makeup

Day three of best-selling makeup is here for your reading pleasure! Don't know about you, but I'm writing up a shopping list!

	Who: Aveda What: Smooth Infusion Style Prep Smoother, $24 Where: Aveda.com Why: Style Prep Smoother is loved because it makes styling faster and easier. Aveda’s exclusive plant infusion, a blend derived from organic aloe, maize and guar bean, creates a smooth surface on hair, while organic tapioca defends against humidity for up to two hours. Hydrolized wheat protein also protects against surface damage from heat styling.
	Who:La Mer What: Crème de la Mer, $130-$1,390 Where: laMer.com Why: In a short time, skin becomes softer, firmer, looks virtually creaseless. Aging lines and pores are noticeably less visible. Even the driest of complexions are healed. Sensitivities are soothed. And, of course, there are also those who insist it has produced astonishing results.
	Who: Ecru New York What: Silk Nourishing Spray 5.1oz $24.00 Where: EcruNewYork.com Why: A nutrient rich weightless conditioning mist, that instantly detangles hair and retains moisture and shine. Smooths away split ends and frizziness and protects against heat damage. Hair is left smooth and silky.
	Who: New York Streets What: New York Streets Hairspray 9oz, $16.50 Where: NewYork-Streets.com Why: New York Streets Hairspray repairs split ends while giving medium to firm hold. Control without buildup, stickiness or stiffness is what makes New York Streets hairspray a best seller.
	Who: Sabon What: Body Scrub Patchouli Lavender Vanilla (Large), $30 Where: SabonNYC.com Why: This bestselling Body Scrub is based on Dead Sea salt crystals and drenched in macadamia, almond and soy bean oils. The salts are mineral rich and are perfect for the gentle removal of dead skin cells to reveal new and radiant skin. Making you “smooth like a baby’s bottom!”

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Best-Selling Makeup: Halftime Report! Part 2

August 18, 2009

in Benefit Cosmetics, Best Selling Makeup, Fragrance and Perfume, KENZO

Welcome to day two of best-selling beauty products, courtesy of the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog! Hope you are enjoying the series thus far…

	Who: Juice Beauty What: Green Apple Antioxidant Moisturizer, $45.00 Where: Sephora.com Why: Clinically proven to reduce free radical damage by more than 59% due to its high antioxidant action. Also proven to increase hydration by over 30%. This product is known as the “goodbye wrinkles” product by Sephora staff!
	Who: Herbal Essences What: Hello Hydration Shampoo, $2.99 Where: Drugstore.com Why: Hello Hydration quenches thirsty locks with a fusion of orchid and coconut milk. The product benefit and scent keeps consumers coming back for more!
	Who: Alterna Professional Haircare What: Caviar Anti-Aging Moisture Shampoo, $30 Where: Beauty.com Why: Alterna’s Caviar Anti-Aging Moisture Shampoo transforms the hair. Results can be seen after just one wash. The products are made from real Caviar Extract, that comes from the sturgeon fish in France. The caviar is a by-product of the fish, that is being used for other purposes.
	Who: KENZO What: FlowerbyKenzo, $56-92 Where: kenzousa.com Why: Kenzo’s classic floral powdery fragrance is versatile, easily transitioning from day to night. It makes an elegant signature fragrance.
	Who: LIPSTICK QUEEN What: MEDIEVAL Lipstick, $20 Where: Barneys.com Why: Medieval was created to make your lips look as though they’ve been stung by lemon juice (a practice of women in medieval times to give their lips a red tint!). It provides a subtle, red tint that is both natural and gorgeous!

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Best-Selling Makeup: Halftime Report!

August 17, 2009

in Best Selling Makeup

If you’re a regular reader of the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog, you’re familiar with the beauty products I’ve sampled and loved. Perhaps you don’t write about the makeup you love, but the truth is, you are voting for your favorite products every day. The winners are the products you select to buy! For your reading pleasure, I have polled some beloved beauty brands. The question posed was: “What was your #1 best-selling product from January 1, 2009 – June 30, 2009, measured by units sold?” This week is dedicated to their answers. Hope you find it as interesting as I did!

	Who: Borghese What: Fango Mud, $61 Where: Borghese.com Why: Customers love Fango Mud because it leaves skin feeling clean, refreshed and soft! Customers have also noticed improvement in pore-size and acne scarring with repeated use.
	Who: TREAT Beauty What: Butter Your Muffin Organic Anti-Cellulite Body Cream – $24 Where: Treat Beauty Why: Butter Your Muffin smells delicious and is made with nature’s most powerful antioxidants. Treat’s customers love this body cream because not only does it have caffeine to fight cellulite, it contains retinol to improve the skins appearance. The sweetest part is it smells like Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit.
	Who: shu uemura What: eyelash curler, $19 Where: available at shuuemura-usa.com, shu uemura boutiques and counters nationwide. Why: It’s patented mushroom-shaped silicone padding delivers a more comfortable, natural curl. The durable hinge is engineered to provide the perfect amount of pressure. Winner of Allure’s Best of Beauty award!
	Who: MAKE UP FOR EVER What: Aqua Eyes #0L – $17.00 Where: Sephora.com Why: Dany Sanz originally created Aqua Eyes for performers of water ballet. The formula withstands extreme conditions (water, perspiration, humidity) for long-lasting, non-smudging color. With a seriously waterproof, smudge-proof and tear-proof formula, Aqua Eyes waterproof eyeliner pencil lines eyes with highly pigmented, intense color.
	Who: Hourglass Cosmetics What: Calligraphy Liquid Eye Liner, $32 Where: hourglasscosmetics.com Why: Calligraphy is an innovative felt-tip liquid eye liner with a user-friendly design and quick-drying formula designed to simplify application. Lines quickly dry upon application to prevent smudge and transfer. Calligraphy is also waterproof to provide all-day staying power.