Spring

gloMinerals Spring 2009: The gloRoyal lip crayon

I’ve mentioned in the past that in the 90s I used chunky lip pencils–stand-alone–as my lip color. I loved the long-lasting matte-finish my pencils delivered, and the super-compact pencil format meant I could carry three times as many color options when I traveled! For those of you who normally shy away from pencils because they are too opaque, you’ll love the latest from gloMinerals. Launching in May, the gloRoyal lip crayon a gloss-pencil hybrid. Super-sheer, this crayon applies a wash of color to the lips that is reminiscent of gloss, but applies with a precision you can only achieve with a pencil.

Three colors will be introduced this Spring: Countess Coral, Imperial Pink and Empress Rose. I sampled Countess Coral, and must say it’s the perfect selection for a woman who wants to subtly incorporate this hot shade into their look.

Need another reason to give it a try? The formula contains antioxidants, and natural UV protection!

Retail price is $16. Check it out at www.gloskincare.com this May!

Expert Tips and Tricks from gloMinerals:
1) For extra long-lasting lip color, fill in the entire lip using gloPrecision lip pencil under gloRoyal lip crayon. It will accentuate the mouth and give off a subtle, beautiful shine.

gloMinerals Spring 2009: gloTint for lips and cheeks

glominerals, spring 2009, makeup, product review Ok, before I even begin to scratch the surface of the latest collection by gloMinerals, I have to offer this little tidbit: every single product I sampled from the Spring 2009 collection was incredible. EVERY SINGLE ONE. Each time I thought I had finally found a favorite, I would try something else and change my mind. After using the entire collection, I simply can't even select only one to list as a must-have. Really… sample this new collection for yourself!

gloTint for lips and cheeks is the ideal lip stain for people who HATE lipstain. While it’s consistency is most certainly that of a stain, on the lips it looks much like a rosy shade of lipstick. For you corporate types who think lipstain looks too casual, I encourage you to try this brand.

TWO hours and one coffee after applying the tint for the first time, my lips still looked perfect. This highly-pigmented gel has incredible staying power, and the color is very natural. Even better, the tint is also suitable for cheeks, and imparts the most gorgeous healthy flush. It contains a blend of anti-oxidants including vitamins A, C, E and green tea to keep your lips looking their best, long after the makeup comes off!

Retail price is $14. Check it out at gloskincare.com.

Expert Tips and Tricks from gloMinerals:
1)  Layer a gloss, like gloLiquid Lips, over gloTint for added lip dimension, or layer your favorite bronzer or shimmer blush over gloTint for an extra cheeky effect.
2)  Apply to lips with our gloLip brush for added precision (ed note: You really should use a brush)
3)  Have chapped lips, but still want color? Use gloTint and follow with the glominerals mint balm.

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Mathias Bath And Body Sale At Ideeli!

beauty promotion, sample sale, mathias, ideeli Bath and Body Sale TODAY at ideeli!

Mathias
Starts Fri 3/27
Up to 67% off
Prices Start At: $19

Mathias Bath Set in FREEZIA BODY or GARDENIA BODY

Bath care set includes freezia scented shower gel, body lotion, and one leaf-shaped soap bar
Body gel and lotion set in glass casing with pull-out top closure
Approximate Gel and Lotion Dimensions (in inches): Height 5.5, Diameter 2.75
Approximate Gel and Lotion Weight: 300 ml / 10 fl. Oz
Approximate Soap Bar Dimensions (in inches): Length 4, Width 3, Height 1.5
Approximate Soap Bar Weight: 150 g / 5.29 oz
Made in France
Sale Price: $49.00 Original Price: $145.00

Mathias PERFUME in CEDRE , FIGUE, FREEZIA, and GARDENIA
Spray perfume with cedre scent
Glass casing with brushed silver-tone cap and shiny silver-tone pump
Approximate Dimensions (in inches): Length 3.5, Width 3.5, Height 3.5 100 ml / 3.4 fl. Oz
Made in France
Sale Price: $39.00 Original Price: $110.00

Mathias GARDENIA or Rose WARDROBE Scent
Wardrobe sachet with gardenia scent
Sachet features four scented blocks in fabric pouch with signature “Mathias” gray ribbon tie closure
Approximate Dimensions (in inches): Length 5, Width 2.5, Height 0.5
Made in France
Sale Price: $19.00 Original Price: $45.00

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Amazon Beauty Rahua Shampoo And Conditioner

amazon beauty, rahua, product review In the toughest economic times, consumer spending plummets as households hunker down and save. Business report losses as spending decreases. The exception to this rule is lipstick.

This strange phenomenon is referred to as the “lipstick effect”, and is driven by the fact that women in search of a treat pass on the expensive trinkets they may choose in prosperous times and opt for an inexpensive treat that still feels luxe.

Today, there are many more little luxuries to select from than lipstick alone. Amazon Beauty, for example, offers an extremely luxe shampoo and conditioner duo made with the natural ingredients favored by the regions gorgeous-haired natives.

Completely free of chemical preservatives, the ingredients for the Amazon Beauty “secret” are harvested in the wild, delivering the ancient secrets of the women of the amazon to we of less-blessed tresses. This moisturizing product keeps hair looking shinier, and feeling SO SO soft, but never weighed down. Amazon Beauty's Rahua Shampoo and Conditioner are a wonderful splurge for those in search of a reward that won’t entirely blow the household budget.

A 9.3 ounce bottle of Amazon Beauty Rahua Shampoo retails for $32. A 9.3 ounce bottle of Rahua Conditioner retails for $34 at Cocoon hair studio and www.amazonbeautysecret.com.

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Mustela

Mustela, Baby Products, product review, beauty blog, hydra bebe My kids have (unfortunately for them) inherited my predisposition toward dry skin. As a result, they need a healthy coating of moisturizer at least once a day.

Boys will be boys… and mine are–quite literally–bouncing. That’s where Mustela’s Spray Hydra Bebe has been a lifesaver. As I chase my precocious, ever-energetic three year old around the bathroom after his bath, I can spray him with this light moisturizer to lock in the hydrating benefit of his bath.

My son doesn’t complain about it being sticky (some moisturizers make his pajamas stick uncomfortably to his skin), and he has even become increasingly tolerant of the nightly moisturizing ritual as a result. Naturally, this just fuels my desire to further explore the world of Mustela Hydra Bebe!

Celeb watchers should know, Mustela products are loved by Gwyneth Paltrow, Debra Messing, Denise Richards and Tori Spelling.

Retail price is $13 for a generously-sized 6.7 fl. oz. spray bottle.

Click HERE to check out Mustela’s website. Other online retailers of the line include Sephora.com and drugstore.com.