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BrushCraft – MAKEUP BRUSH APPLICATION

I’m THRILLED to share the launch of BRUSHCRAFT ($18.50-$24.50 at ArtisBrush.com & AHALife.com), from the creators of revolutionary Artis. Committed to offering modern makeup brushes to those who are looking for a minimalistic route to achieve easy, effective and gorgeous makeup application, BrushCraft delivers superior cosmetic performance by combining ergonomics with design, function and performance. With a twist on the traditional makeup brush to make it more maneuverable and easy-to-use, these game-changing, accessible makeup brushes offer a fast, flawless and efficient finish. By turning the fibres at a right angle, using trademarked, man-made and engineered NuFibre, and including many more fibres in each bundle than in conventional animal hair brushes,BrushCraft improves performance and provides better makeup results every time you use these brushes.

 

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Point of Difference: BRUSHCRAFT vs. Artis:

While Artis was created for the “professional,” including makeup artists, vloggers and those looking to master the art of makeup application with a full arsenal of cosmetic tools, BrushCraft is intended for the “everyday” woman who is looking for a few go-to makeup brushes to achieve a flawless complexion, which  makes up majority of makeup wearers.. BrushCraft was designed on the belief that with a minimum number of great brushes, you can maximize your makeup application. These new no-nonsense tools provide a streamlined, minimalistic and fun application while still allowing you to achieve high-quality results like Artis.

The BrushCraft Makeup Brush – The Components:

  • BrushCraft Linear 1 – This brush is designed to help make a line of colour easier. The Linear 1 has a thin row of fibers aligned perfectly so that you can pick eyeshadow or liner and by gently pulling the brush across the skin, you can create a thin line of makeup. Great for lining eyes, or filling in and perfecting brows.
  • BrushCraft Circle 1R – This brush contains a fibre bundle that is a cylinder shape, but with a rounded domed top at the fibre tips. The shape and size makes it great for applying eyeshadow and blending, spot concealing, focused contouring, and lip colour.
  • BrushCraft Oval 3 – The Oval 3 is the perfect size and shape for applying eyeshadow products to the lid area. You can do an all-over application of colour, or use it to emphasize the outside corners of the lid or along the upper and lower lash lines. Also good for applying concealer to areas under the eyes.
  • BrushCraft Oval 6 – This is the perfect size and shape brush for applying foundation, contour and blush. Pick up a small amount of product and gently sweep it across the area of the face you want to cover. This brush has over 60,000 individual fibres in the bundle, which is a main reason it applies and blends product beautifully.

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What Makes BrushCraft Different:

  • Uniform Application – The NuFibre® fibre structure and tapered ends help apply product more consistently than animal hair. BrushCraft brushes on average have 3-10 times as many individual fibres as conventional brushes, for example the Oval 6 has over 60,000 individual fibres each with a microscopically small and soft tip.
  • Superior Blending – Every single NuFibre® filament has a tapered tip that ends in a microscopically fine structure which is only a few microns in diameter. This ultra-fine tip blends on a microscopic level, creating patterns so small they are imperceptible with the naked eye and enhancing the makeup look.
  • Efficient Use Of Product – The uniform surface area of each NuFibre® helps pickup and laydown product, without holding on to it., with less product getting tapped along the fibre’s length and instead holding it between the fibre tips
  • Retains Shape Better – NuFibre® is made with a proprietary material that has shape memory, retaining its shape better than conventional animal hairs. If a NuFibre® brush ever gets bent from compression during storage, revive the shape by passing the brush tips through steam or holding the brush under hot running water for a few seconds, reshaping, and then allowing it to dry back to its original shape.
  • Versatility – NuFibre® keeps it shape more consistently, even though it has a smaller diameter than conventional hair. This helps the fibre perform well with powders, liquids or emollient-based products.
  • Helps Avoid Sensitivities – An estimated 10% of the population is allergic to animal hair. For those with sensitive skin, NuFibre® provides an excellent animal-free alternative to conventional animal hair makeup brushes.
  • Animal-Free Beauty® – All BrushCraft brushes are 100% Animal-Free. No animal hairs or by-products are ever used in making our products.
  • Nufibre® Delivers Consistently Quality With Every Brush – NuFibre® is made using high tech production techniques that produce completely consistent fibres, ensuring that the quality of every brush will be the same, no matter when you buy it.
  • Chemically Resistant – Resists excess water, alcohol, acids, detergent and won’t degrade from brush cleaning formulas.
  • UV Resistant – NuFibre® is more resistant to UV than conventional animal hair makeup brushes and won’t degrade due to sun or light exposure.
  • Wears Longer – BrushCraft brushes were wear-tested along with two grades of conventional brushes [prestige and mass] by having a simulated skin surface move against the brush bundles for 48 hours continuously. BrushCraft brushes suffered no damage, but a significant percentage of brush hair in both conventional brush categories broke and split.
  • Very Gentle Feel During Application Of Makeup – BrushCraft brushes all have NuFibre that end in a micro soft tip that is so small it is measured in microns and can’t be seen with the naked eye. These tips provide a more gentle feel than other brushes, so they don’t irritate the skin during application.
  • Comfortable Fit – Traditional handle shape is not only classic, but feels familiar in the hand and fingers.
  • Enhanced Performance – Each brush is sized and balanced to help provide a familiar feel to the brush, which helps enhance application and performance, while using fibre bundles that eliminate the need for a metal ferrule. The fibres are held in place by a proprietary method that allows the fibres to be positioned in new ways for makeup brushes. Most BrushCraft Brushes have the fibres aligned perpendicular to the handle and skin surface. This keeps the fibre tips continuously in contact with the skin during application and creates superior laydown and blending.
  • Assists In Ease Of Application – Design helps facilitate self-application of makeup. The fibre alignment and the tilted handle aid in simplifying application and blending to one’s own face. The BrushCraft Brushes have matte finish surface on the handle. This helps the fingers better grip the handle and allows more control over makeup application.
  • Durability – High tech resins, matte finishes, and durable monofilaments are used to help make this handmade brush more dependable and durable over its lifetime of use.
  • More Modern – The BrushCraft Collection is both modern and classic at the same time. The aesthetics of the smooth flowing surface are pleasing to the eye.
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What To Wear – Fall 2016 Coat Trends

Yesterday marks the first day of Fall and I have selected a few stylish (affordable) coats to assist with cold weather layering.  From a practical sense, we shop during this time of the year to stay warm but there’s also a fashionable purpose.

Retailers provide stylish outerwear because this is the first wardrobe piece that’s visually seen during the brisk season.  Friends, family, and co-workers will notice your coat before any additional clothing item. Personally, I like to purchase outerwear for various social occasions such as Business Meetings, Football Games, Shopping Events, and Formal Affairs.

Fashion designers also suggest that coats should be paired with trendy accessories including a wide belt, knee boots, plaid scarf, or bohemian hat.

The options are endless when shopping for outerwear and don’t forget to purchase in various colors, designs, and textures.

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Jessica Simpson

Asymmetrical Button-Front Wrap Coat

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Faux-Fur Coat, Only at Macy’s

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TOMMYXGIGI Wool-Blend Military Cape

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Fall Spa Week: Your Path to Wellness Starts Here

Spa Week, the go to spa, beauty and wellness leader, announces its Fall Spa Week Event from October 17th-23rd. Spa Week is back and hundreds of spa, wellness and fitness facilities nationwide will be offering premium full-service treatments at a major discount of $50 each (normally $100-$500). These services will provide consumers a path to optimal living and will serve as a preventative and alternative health approach. Routine spa visits now will aid in preventing future diagnoses and unwanted medical procedures. “Taking care of your body today will slow down the aging clock oftomorrow,” Founder of Spa Week, Cheryl Reid shares, “Incorporating spa and wellness practices into your daily regimen will preserve your mental and spiritual wellbeing, help maintain your youthful appearance, aid in managing your stress levels, improve your energy and enhance your life.” This results-driven wellness approach has created a higher consumer demand for attainable spa and wellness services for the masses.

Spa Week has successfully spread this wellness message for over a decade and their biannual events enable millions to immerse themselves into a healthier lifestyle. Treat yourself for your health and take advantage of some of the amazing $50 Spa Week Treatments available nationwide from October 17th-23rd. In order to receive exclusive information on participating spa and wellness locations and their $50 services, spa-goers should register on www.spaweek.com as early as possible. The complete list of treatments are available on September 19th at which time consumers can begin booking their desired services. It is recommended that spa enthusiasts sign up and book in advance to ensure they reserve their top treatment choices.

Below is a sampling of some of the TOP FULL-SERVICE TREATMENTS available for the Fall Spa Week Event from October 17th-October 23rd.

Elizabeth Adam Salon & Day Spa in Chicago offers a 60 Minute French Wine Facial with Extractions and Sound Wave Treatment (Reg. $125, Spa Week $50). Your skin will drink in the full benefits of this exclusive French Wine Facial. This indulgent seasonal treatment will transport you across the Atlantic to the vineyards of France just in time for harvest. It incorporates European techniques and uses Tannins for collagen regeneration and Resveratrol, an antioxidant in red wine that provides anti-aging benefits for your skin. Say Bonjour to this mini-escape that will leave you with a softer and clearer complexion. Extractions and/or sound wave cleansing included.

Penelope and the Beauty Bar in Seattle provides a 60 Minute Hydrating Body Wrap with Dry Brushing Techniques and Warming Balm Moisturizer (Reg. $195, Spa Week $50). This hydrating body wrap starts with a dry body brushing and is followed by an application of a rich, warming balm with natural moisturizers. The body is then cocooned in a wrap to aid in absorption and rehydration, leaving skin silky-smooth and radiant. The active botanicals bind in moisture for long-lasting hydration and protection.

Daphne in NYC offers a 45 Minute Non-Surgical Lift Facial with Micro Current Treatment (Reg. $225, Spa Week $50). The most intensive and results-oriented facial offered, the facial is specifically designed for mature, neglected, and tired skin. In one session, a combination of a customized peel application and a non-surgical facelift is used. The treatment includes a personalized mask, an eye treatment, and finishes with an oxygen infusion. Immediate results are noticed and skin tone, texture, clarity, and elasticity are dramatically improved and restored. This also includes an anti-aging hand treatment.

Holistic 360 in Modesto, California offers a 60 Minute Deep Tissue Laser Therapy and Massage for Pain Management (Reg. $100, Spa Week $50) This treatment includes a therapeutic massage and up to 20 minutes of lightforce therapy; an infrared and heat laser treatment to target pain for acute and chronic issues. The treatment provides a pain evaluation and treatment plan for ongoing pain management.

The Spa at the Victory Club in Buckeye, Arizona boasts a 50 Minute Vitamin C Facial with 20% Vitamin C and Kombucha Cocktail (Reg. $85, Spa Week $50). Blending a 20% solution of Vitamin C with Kombucha, known as the “elixir of life” proves to effectively and dramatically enhance the tone and texture of the skin. This powerful vitamin tea “cocktail” works to bring radiance to the skin and to balance the pigmentation.

Euro Laser in Westchester developed a new 50 Minute Forever Young Facial Treatment with Growth Factor (Reg. $125, Spa Week $50).This facial is a deeply hydrating facial that encourages the skin’s healthy cellular turnover with our growth factor mask by providing an immediate softer, smoother feel on the skin, restoring the moisture level from within.

Red Door Spas Nationwide are offering their 50 Minute De-Stress Body Treatment (Reg. $225, Spa Week $50) inspired by their signature stress-melter ritual. It includes exfoliation, an aroma-therapeutic body wrap and relaxing scalp massage to melt stress and rebalance spirit.

The Organic Pharmacy in Beverly Hills, California has a 60 Minute Award Winning Rose Crystal Lymphatic Facial with Extractions (Reg. $150, Spa Week $50). The Rose Crystal Lymphatic Facial is a luxurious treatment that begins with Lavender-infused deep breathing exercises, followed by deep cleansing, exfoliation, steaming and extraction. Four luxurious masks of Rosehip, Seaweed, Honey & Jasmine and Collagen are applied, with intensive hands, arms, feet, face, décolleté and scalp massage (using a nourishing Hair Serum). This indulgent treatment leaves you in a completely renewed state, ready to face the world. The lymphatic system is awakened using Rose Crystals and Acupressure massage lifts and firms the skin. The result is re-energized, glowing skin.

Amethyst Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona has a 60 Minute Upland Yuman Native American Detox Body Treatment with Poultice (Reg. $140, Spa Week $50) created to uplift your soul and balance using a Native American detoxifying treatment. Your ritual experience is introduced with a poultice that is combined with an ancient secret blend of herbs to ensure the ultimate experience. While calming the body you will eliminate unwanted toxins that can build up, due to unwanted stress.

Holistic Touch in Alexandria, Virginia offers Cupping (Reg. $100, Spa Week $50) an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin to create suction. People use cupping to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.

Visitors to www.spaweek.com also have the opportunity to spread the “Gift of Wellness” by conveniently purchasing the Spa & Wellness Gift Card by Spa Week Accepted at over 8,000 spas and wellness locations across North America, Spa & Wellness Gift Card. may be used during Spa Week or any time of the year without expiration. Recipients will have the freedom to choose from thousands of locations and services, all while knowing that you have their long-term health, balance and happiness in mind. Spa Week was created and founded by Cheryl Reid, who hails from successful careers within the luxury spa industry and publishing spheres.

About Spa Week Media Group, Ltd.
Spa Week Media Group, Ltd. is the leading health, beauty and wellness marketing company across North America. Through its website www.spaweek.com, millions of consumers from coast to coast benefit from an abundance of resources necessary to experience a healthier, well-rounded lifestyle, 365 days a year. Since its inception in 2004, Spa Week has continued to revolutionize the industry with the success of its biannual spring and fall events with signature $50 spa services, life-changing promotions and a robust gift card program. Spa Week continues its dedication of delivering the best in health and wellness year round with its Spa & Wellness Gift Card, the premier spa gift card of choice by consumers. This gift card is accepted at over 8,000 spa and wellness locations across North America and is sold in over 60,000 retail stores nationwide including Target, CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, Rite Aid, and on www.spaweek.com. It’s never been more convenient to give and enjoy the gift of wellness.

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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
#Nordstrom
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Tani Luxury Undergarments – Product Review

Tani is a luxury underwear brand that strives to create the world’s most comfortable undergarments.

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The garments are designed to be streamlined and the perfect selection for anyone seeking to add design and functionality to their wardrobe.

Most of the traditional lingerie retailers only provide bra sets but Tani has tapped into the market of luxury loungewear. For example, the retailer has SilkCut Leggings, Tank Tops, Slip Dresses, and Shirts.  All of the items listed are ideal in terms of dressing casual and effortless at home.

Tani also shared a few of their new products for a review.  The undergarments shipped included SwissTouch Cotton Camisole and SilkCut Shorty Panty.

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As a style exert, the pieces were soft, lightweight, and provided a great fit.  The undergarments inspired me to add more comfortable pieces to my wardrobe!

To learn more about the company visit TaniUSA.com

 

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Tata Harper Skincare sponsored NYFW 2016 Show: TOME

GET THE LOOK: TOME

TATA HARPER SKINCARE

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DATE:                  Sunday, September 11th, 2016

LOCATION:      The Dock at Moynihan Station, 360 West 33rd Street between 8th and 9th Avenue

SKINCARE:       Tata Harper for Tata Harper Skincare

MAKEUP:          Diane Kendal

LOOK:                 Natural with an edge of universal and tribal (Dinka Tribe)

GET THE LOOK: SKINCARE/MAKEUP

 

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Katie Gallagher SS17 Lookbook – NYFW16 RECAP

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About Katie Gallagher – Eclipse SS17
Secretive, unknown, mysterious, Black, the darkest color yet the color with no color at all, represents both full absorption and complete absence of light, evil and elegance. Constantly inspired by this hue that has no hue, Katie Gallagher’s Spring/Summer 2017 collection, Eclipse, is her third all-black collection, followed by last season’s all black collection, Veiled and her initial collection, S/S 2010, Veil.
Gallagher’s current monochromatic collection relies on textures and subtle details, highlighting her obsessions with gothic architecture, Harry Clarke illustrations and traditional Catholic rituals and symbols. She complements these heavy themes with lightweight fabrics and whimsical embroidery.
Through Eclipse, Gallagher combines Swiss Dot sheer jackets with delicate lace and pony fur, English tulle skirts and tops feature embroidered hearts, dots and crosses. Gallagher pairs gathered, twisted seams with grosgrain ribbons and silver zippers, defining her SS17 collection.
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HERON PRESTON FOR DSNY – UNIFORM COLLECTION NYFW 2016

WHO: HERON PRESTON joined by VIRGIL ABLOH, LUCIEN SMITH, LUKA SABBAT, WARIS AHLUWALIA, JESSICA LOWNDES, JILLIAN HERVEY and LUCAS GOODMAN (LIONBABE), DAO-YI CHOW and MAXWELL OSBORNE, A$AP FERG, ENIKO MIHALIK, ATLANTA DE CADENET TAYLOR, GIGI BURRIS, CHELSEA LEYLAND, SIMI and HAZE KHADRA, ROSE GILROY, SABINE HELLER, MIKE THE RULER, MT CARNEY, AARON BOBROW, ACYDE, ALEXANDRA MARZELLA, ALEXANDRA SPENCER, ALEX LEE, PALOMA ELSESSER, ALEX OLSON, MICHAEL AVEDON, JACK GREER, JACKSON LEE, ALLISTAIR SOW, SASHA MELNYCHUK, AMIRAH KASSEM, ASHLEY SMITH, BIBI CORNEJO BORTHWICK, BOBBY WALTZER, BRIAN PROCELL, BROOKE KLAUSING, CAMILLA DE TERRE, CAMILLA AND GIULIA VENTURINI, CASS and ALI BIRD, CHAZ FRENCH, CHLOE NORGAARD, CHLOE WISE, COCO BAUDELLE, CORY KENNEDY, DANIEL CHETRIT, DEE and RICKY JACKSON, DEV HYNES, ELON RUTBERG, ELLIOT TEBELE (FUCK JERRY), ERIK FOSS, GABE SAPORTA, GABIJA MITCHELL, GORDON STEVENSON, ISSAC BREST, JEANETTE HAYES, JENNÉ LOMBARDO, JERRY LORENZO, JONAH LEVINE, JULIE GILHART, K8 HARDY, KARL CYPRIEN, KATHERINE WEBB, KEVIN KEARNEY, KITTY CASH, LEAH MCCARTHY, LILLI HYMOWITZ, LOGAN HORNE, MARIA CORNEJO, MARY ALICE STEVENSON, MAY KWOK, MICAH SPEAR, NADER, NEMO LIBRIZZI, PHOEBE and ANNETTE STEPHENS, PIA ARROBIO, SELBY DRUMMOND, SIKI IM, SIMONEZ WOLF, SOPHIE HAWLEY-WELD AND TUCKER HALPERN (SOFI TUKKER), TANYA TAYLOR, TAYLOR AVERY, TODD TOURSO, TREMAINE EMORY, TYLER HANEY, ZACH SUSSKIND, AND MORE…
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WHAT: “UNIFORM”- HERON PRESTON FOR DSNY
Designer and artist Heron Preston announces a new fashion collaboration with the DSNY’s Foundation for New York’s Strongest: “UNIFORM”, a collection series that is activated and environmentally conscious, the first of its kind. On September 7, Preston will debut a line of DSNY merchandise and workwear essentials adapted from up-cycled clothing and archived DSNY uniforms, imbuing the DSNY logo with a new power and context for the fashion-conscious public. 
WHEN: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2016, 6:00PM – 9:00PM
WHERE: DSNY SALT SHED, 336 SPRING STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10013

SOCIAL: #hpc0x30

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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.