Category: Cosmetics

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Sally Hansen and Rimmel London – Halloween Inspired Nails

With Halloween just around the corner, now is the time to get your nails and lips “spooked” for the holiday! With the perfect vampy and Orange lip colors from Rimmel London and fabulous orange and black nail colors from Sally Hansen, you will be Halloween ready in no time.

Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Tribal Sun and Blacky-0 ($9.99)

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Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Orange Zest and Black to Black ($4.95)

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Rimmel The Only 1 Lip color in Oh So Wicked, One of A Kind and Call Me Crazy ($7.25)

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Cult Favorites from Sally Hansen, Rimmel London and Jergens

I wanted to share some cult favorites from the much-adored beauty companies:  Sally Hansen, Jergens and Rimmel London.

This list of products never lose their luster, following or ability to enhance your look instantly. Sally Hansen Hard As Nails is an iconic product from the brand, one people still love, rely on and adore to keep their nails in tip-top shape. Rimmel London’s ScandalEyes Mascara is still a go-to for instant volume for your lashes and Jergens, although the product is newer, has now released it in the much adored Cherry Almond Scent that Jergens lovers have always known and loved.

Sally Hansen Hard As Nails: 

THINK Protective armor for nails.

WHAT IT IS: The original nail clinic in a bottle. Give your nails the ultimate fortifying treatment with Hard As Nails, a Sally Hansen essential developed to strengthen and support nails. Created to help prevent chipping, splitting and cracking, the multi-tasking formula can be used alone, as a base coat, or as a top coat to seal and protect your manicure. Salon-tested and dermatologist-tested, Hard As Nails provides powerful, long-lasting protection to help nails grow.

For maximum manicure staying power, use before and after applying polish to seal nail edges and create a hard, smooth, chip-resistant surface.  

HOW TO USE: Nails must be clean and free of nail enamel, oil, and cream. Apply 1-2 coats to clean dry nails. Brush around nail edges and under nail tips.

WHAT IT COSTS: $2.75

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Rimmel London ScandalEyes Mascara

THINK: Lashes so big, lush and flirty, it’s scandalous. 

WHAT IT IS: Lashes that get the rumor mill going. Don’t be surprised to find yourself at the center of a scandal with this mascara: Everyone will be whispering that your lashes must be fake when you wear Rimmel London SCANDALEYES Mascara. From the supersized brush to the collagen- and keratin-boosted formula, everything about SCANDALEYES is designed to raise eyebrows and get people talking.

Volume Flash SCANDALEYES Mascara: Get scandalous lashes that cause a stir with this ultra volume-boosting formula, developed to give even the skimpiest lashes a shaped, plumped, exaggerated finish. The secret? SCANDALEYES Mascara is made with a supersized blend featuring triple the collagen and keratin* and a flexible new MaxDensity brush that’s longer, wider, denser and 50% larger than Rimmel’s biggest brush. Instantly captures and plumps each and every lash.

Available shades: Black and Extreme Black

WHAT IT COSTS: $6.99

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Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer (NOW in the cult classic Jergens scent of Cherry Almond)

WHAT IS :  Last year, Jergens® Skincare introduced a game-changing and time-saving way to quickly and intensely hydrate wet skin at the peak moisture moment when it is most receptive to hydration. Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer is formulated to blend effortlessly to water, immediately absorbing and locking in moisture, with no sticky residue. No need to dry before you apply, and no need to wait before you dress. Glide on Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer before you step out of the shower and get 2X the moisturization in 1/2 the time.*

This fall, Jergens® Skincare brings women their breakthrough hydration shortcut in a tried and true Jergens Scent….Create a sensory experience with Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer with Original Cherry Almond Essence, delicately fragranced with the brands timeless and iconic scent.

WHAT IT COSTS: $6.99 for 10 oz.

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Covergirl Insiders Community and Custom Lip Cocktail

I’m excited to announce that I have joined the Covergirl Exclusive Insiders Community!  The program provides beauty products, makeup tips, and online discussions. I love affordable cosmetics and couldn’t wait to share Covergirl updates.

Yes, there are some benefits to purchasing high-end products but I am here for the everyday girl. She’s the mom waiting in a carpool line or busy professional that has to travel.  Both of the women listed have one thing in common, they want to look great!

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That’s why I’m a huge fan of the Covergirl brand.  Their company provides on-trend makeup and can be purchased at your local drugstore or supermarket. What does that mean?  Customers can pick-up the latest lipstick shade while grabbing a carton of milk.  I love it!

 

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Recently, Zendaya shared a beauty tutorial on achieving a Custom Lip Cocktail. Anyone can create this face with Oh Sugar! In Caramel, Jumbo Gloss Balm in Caramel Cream, and Queen Collection Lip Gloss in Premier Pink.  Click on the video below:

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GupcZN4jBac

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Skincare Essentials That Transition Into Fall

As your wardrobe transitions into the fall – so should your skincare. Stock up on the beauty care essentials that help take care of your skin no matter what the cool weather may bring!

Gently exfoliate without over-drying combination skin. Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub is an ingenious concentrated powder cleanser specially formulated to foam up on contact with water, leaving skin 2.5 times as clean as a basic cleanser. The formula gently exfoliates while forming tiny bubbles that dive deep into pores to break up oil and impurities. When you rinse the foam away, oil, debris and dead cells are swept away, for instantly smoother, softer texture and visibly tighter pores after just one use! ($9.99; Drug and Mass Retailers)

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Keep skin hydrated and moisturize daily during your morning shower! Curél Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer is a revolution in wet skin technology that doesn’t simply calm, smooth and soften, but also heals dry skin and restores your body’s ability to retain its own much-needed moisture. The water-activated properties penetrate deep into skin’s surface all happens in the shower – no rinsing required — so you can just dry off, dress and go! ($10.99; Mass retailers and drugstores October 2016)

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Wake up to brighter and soothed skin thanks to the Spa @ Home by Masque Bar Sleeping Mask. This lavender enriched sleeping mask is designed to be left on overnight to relieve dry irritated skin. The scent of Lavender helps you have a good night sleep. Aloe, Witch Hazel and Plant derived ingredients leave skin feeling moisturized and brightened. ($19.99; Walgreens)

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Stay sweat free under all the layers and apply Ban Roll-On Deodorant before you head out the door. Traditional antiperspirant and deodorants merely mask odors and reduce odor-causing sweat in general, but Ban’s breakthrough technology specifically targets and virtually eliminates (not cover up) stress odor that others may leave behind. Ban Roll-On Deodorant glides on easily with a formula that provides an outstanding 24 hours of invisible protection against odor wetness. ($4.99, Drug and Mass Retailers)

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Take on the new season by trying out these necessities that’ll keep you covered all throughout fall.

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Butter Elixir: 5 FALL TRAVEL BAG UPGRADES

“It’s difficult enough as it is to fit everything you need for a weekend getaway or midweek work trip into a carry-on suitcase so when it comes to your beauty bag, less is always more. To prevent lugging around a vanity full of products, look for things that can pull double-duty; a oil for hair AND body, a cosmetics bag that doubles as clutch – you get the idea. Also, keep in mind that paring down should not mean giving up quality. Splurge on luxe minis, you and your hair will be much happier. Here are 5 travel bag upgrades you should make asap.” written by 

Read more at Mane Addicts.com 

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Beterre Skin+Care founder Gina Maisano and BCRF

With breast cancer awareness month coming up in October, Beterre Skin+Care founder and two-time breast cancer survivor, Gina Maisano hopes to encourage awareness of those affected by breast cancer not only in October, but year-round.

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Gina was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2001 and while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments, she was in need of products that would help ease the side effects she was experiencing. As a former chef, known for her innovative cuisine, she was well versed in finding and blending beautiful ingredients to maximize their potential.  She consulted with the two physicians from Northwell Health who performed her reconstructive surgery after her double mastectomy, who became an integral part of the development of Bétèrre, and for three years she worked alongside a botanical chemist to create what has now become Bétèrre Skin+Care, a non-toxic beauty line that is suitable for even the most sensitive skin.

Made from garden grown ingredients including shea butter, jojoba oil, lavender, soy, marigold, chamomile and more, Bétèrre Skin+Care is comprised of 12 skin and hair care products. The line ranges from $12-$54 and for the month of October Bétèrre will donate 10% of their profits to the Cold Spring Harbor Breast Cancer Research Center.

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2016 Allure Best of Beauty Winners

Allure magazine just announced it’s 2016 Allure Best of Beauty winners after testing countless products.

KORRES Wild Rose Vitamin C Active Brightening Oil (Best of The Naturals)

About the Product: This innovative brightening oil infused with real wild rose petals pays homage to the legendary wild rose oil ingredient that started it all. This ultra-concentrated vitamin C oil is rich in omega 3, 6, 9, fatty acids, and vitamins A and C. It provides significant antioxidant action while repairing the look of fine lines and wrinkles and improving skin’s overall tone and texture ($54; Sephora.com).

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Lavanila Laboratories The Healthy Sport Luxe Deodorant (Best of Body in Deodorant)

About the Product: This deodorant was created for life in motion. Lavanila’s proprietary, award-winning beta glucan technology is infused with SmartSport™ for high-performance defense and nourishment, and bursts with long-lasting vanilla breeze freshness ($16; Sephora.com).

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Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub (Best of Steals in Skin)

About the Product: This ingenious concentrated powder cleanser is specially formulated to foam up on contact with water, leaving skin 2.5 times as clean as a basic cleanser. The formula gently exfoliates while forming tiny bubbles that dive deep into pores to break up oil and impurities. When you rinse the foam away, oil, debris and dead cells are swept away, for instantly smoother, softer texture and visibly tighter pores after just one use ($9.99; Drug and Mass Retailers).

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Curél Rough Skin Rescue (Best of Steals in Skin)

About the Product: Ideal for severely dry, flaky skin, this smoothing lotion gently loosens flakes without irritation, allowing essential hydration to reach the areas that need it most. The dermatologist-recommended formula uses natural ingredients to relieve roughness and help prevent it from returning (7.99; Drug and Mass Retailers).

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Nordstrom Fall Beauty Trend Week 2016

Nordstrom will host it’s annual Fall Beauty Trend Week to learn how to achieve the freshest runway-inspired looks for the season. Receive one-on-one time with Nordstrom beauty experts, tips and tricks to nail the newest trends and receive beauty buzz intel from industry insiders – it’s all happening at Perimeter Mall and it’s free to attend! Plus, you’ll get free samples and exclusive gifts with your purchases (while supplies last).
From September 18th – September 24th, Perimeter Mall will be hosting Beauty Trend Week! Details below:
Follow Nordstrom Beauty:
Twitter: @Nordstrom
Instagram: @Nordstrom
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Beauty Products for Back – To – School Recovery

Back-to-school means fresh new beginnings, and I have the perfect beauty products to get you classroom ready!
Mirakle Cream – available at www.UrbanOutfitters.com, www.Dermstore.com as well as www.TheBetterSkinCo.com for $34/1.7 oz
Did you spend too much time in the summer sun? Let Mirakle Cream’s genius formulation hydrate, repair, and replenish your skin for a fresh fall start! Mirakle Cream’s antioxidant-rich recipe is handcrafted in the U.S.A.  and is the perfect blend of natural and science with natural ingredients such as beeswax, coconut oil, sea buckthorn, shea butter, cocoa butter, aloe and soothing algae to help moisturize, soften, balance and brighten skin. Helps calm skin while protecting skin’s moisture barrier and fighting signs of age. Hyaluronic acid acts as a humectant, continually drawing moisture from the air to keep skin hydrated at all times. Peptides help skin appear smoother, more youthful and radiant. Better Skin Mirakle Cream is free of gluten, parabens, fragrances, and safe for all skin types.

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Luma Brush – available at www.LumaBrush.com and www.ahalife.com $79

Are you looking for a simple morning routine that’ll give you a sleek new ‘do? Luma is a revolutionary hair straightening tool that will change your hair styling routine forever!. Instead of ironing your hair… you simply brush it straight! It’s easy, fast and safe for all hair types. Using Luma will dramatically lower your styling time; it is about 10 times faster than ordinary flat irons. Designed with a wide, 3D hot ceramic surface and spring-backed, plastic heat-insulated bristles that contour to your head, there is no more need to section hair using clips, go over the same part again and again, or burn your scalp in order to get close to the roots. Luma Brush heats up to a constant temperature of 185/365 F in 60 seconds and contains an original MCH heater built in that delivers steady and consistent heat and results every time!

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Bella Schneider Beauty – available at www.LaBelleDaySpas.com and www.ahalife.com
 
Maybe you spent too much time soaking up the sun, or are just looking for some fresh new beauty products to take you into the fall…Bella Schneider Beauty (BSB) is the culmination of 40 years of clinical experience, bringing together the most advanced skincare science, time-tested ingredients and leading-edge technologies in one extraordinary collection. BSB combines proprietary blends of ingredients from around the world to give you unprecedented results. Here are some of our summer faves from Bella Schneider Beauty, which are sure to keep that summer glow going and give you a fresh fall start! 
 
  • Brushed to Perfection $29.50; Buff your way to meticulous makeup application with this clever powder foundation brush. Blends any foundation, powder, cream, moisturizer, or primer flawlessly into your skin. Travel-friendly design. This is the only makeup brush you will ever need!    
  • Carats Of Gold Face Mask $65; Get your glow on with this decadent facial treat. Revolutionary colloidal gold helps regenerate and restore skin summer-ized skin while Hyaluronic Acid and carrot seed oil plump and smooth your face where you need it. Nourishing shea butter gives this mask its  creamy texture. The luminous results will hook you!       
  • BSB Beauty Globes For Eyes $75; Keep these magic wands in the fridge and when gently roll these around your eyes and poof (!), you’ll look like you received a full night’s sleep! Pair with your eye serum to help its efficacy by reducing the appearance of dark circles and puffy eyes. 
  • BSB Golden Under-Eye Patches $29.50 An instant infusion of beauty sleep is yours with these beautiful gold eye smoothing patches. Featuring hyaluronic acid for moisture, mica for brightening, and iron to replenish, these powerful gold patches nourish skin while combating  bags, circles & fatigue.
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Gallany Cosmetics Review – Makeup Trends for Fall 2016

Gallany Cosmetics is a unique beauty brand, created by cosmetics chemist Ida Gál-Csiszar. The company believes, “You don’t have to sacrifice quality for affordability.”

This is an appropriate statement because shoppers often feel that high-end prices will lend high-end results.  As beauty enthusiasts, we know this is not the truth and can look amazing with a moderately priced product.

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Gallany Cosmetics Product Review:

Gothic or Dark lips is one of the makeup trends for the upcoming season.  This lip color can be applied for a date night or paired with a darker tone business suit. Either way, it’s a popular lipstick shade and should be worn with minimal makeup accents.

Gallany shipped a beautiful Semi Matte Lipstick in the color Black Cherry.  This particular lipstick shade is between a dark chocolate and berry hue.

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To apply, use a lipliner and top with Gallany Lucite Lipgloss in the color Frisson. The Semi Matte Lipstick lasts for hours and hydrates the lips.

Another very popular makeup craze for the new season includes the “no makeup” lip trend. Gallany has created a Semi Matte shade in the color Just Nude.  The hue is a “true nude” and looks amazing with everything!

Apply the Gallany Lucite Lipgloss in Tutu for a high, sheen finish.

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The kit also included Private Jet Black Mascara and Eyeshadow Quad (Cabaret) along with Budapest Face Palette Trio.  All of the items listed coordinate flawlessly with the lipsticks and glosses.

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Aside from creating quality cosmetics, the packaging was beautiful with a copper/gold tone.  To learn more and order visit Gallany Cosmetics.com