Monday, November 30, 2009
Become A Fan of Spoiled Pretty on Facebook
I just started a Fan Page for Spoiled Pretty on Facebook, and it's pretty awesome. I especially enjoy how easy it is to chat with readers. Why don't you join us? All the cool kids are doing it.
Rachel Roy Styles Her Hair with Nivea Hand Cream!
Designer Rachel Roy is unbelievably gorgeous with superhuman shine to her hair. I recently tweeted her up, asking how she manages to keep her hair so glossy glossy. Rachel responded, "I don't put much in my hair, but whenever I do an updo I use a little Nivea hand cream."
Isn't it so unfair? I could sprinkle fairy dust in my hair and it would still look a hot mess.
Isn't it so unfair? I could sprinkle fairy dust in my hair and it would still look a hot mess.
Makeup Mondays With Mario: 5 Tips to Being a Successful Makeup Artist
Hi Mario,
You are a makeup icon to me. What are your five tips to being a successful make up artist?
-Cassandra
Thank you, Cassandra...I am very humbled! To become a successful makeup artist entails a whole lot and I could think of a million things to say here. Here are five tips to help:* Be passionate about what you do because it shows in your work.
* Figure out what area of work you like best (fashion, celeb, editorial, etc) and try to focus on that.
* Study and research art and fashion - both past and present. It's important to know and be able to execute period looks, etc.
* Go with a great agent that you like and that believes in you and your work.
* Always stay positive and have a good attitude while working.
Thanks again Cassandra!
xo,
Mario
Got a question for Mario? Email your makeup and skin care queries to spoiledprettyquestions@gmail.com, and check back next Monday to read Mario's expert advice!
Cyber Monday is Upon Us!
Well, we've all survived the Thanksgiving holiday and Black Friday. That means today is CYBER MONDAY! Yes, instead of doing our work, we're spending company time, using your speedy corporate internet connection to place online orders and shop the easy way: via computer.
There are tons of Cyber Monday deals out there (and deals being offered throughout much of December), so go to your favorite sites to see what's what. Just be sure to take your time, read all the fine print, enter promotional codes properly, and double check your purchases, what you're being charged for, and look over your shipping/billing addresses to be certain they're right before you hit "place order." With great deals, it's easy to get caught up in the frenzy and make a costly mistake.
A BIT ABOUT ME...
I've been insanely busy lately. I've written thousands of words over the weekend to get to the finish line for National Novel Writing Month and I'm proud to say that for the second year in a row, I am a NaNoWriMo winner and have hit the 50K word count mark. I'm exhausted. I'm sick of looking at my laptop, and I'm not relishing the thought of typing anything at the moment.
I'm also starting my week back by dealing with our auditors at work. Yippee. Today is going to bite on so many levels. I swear, I need to find away to quit my day job so I can focus on doing what I really want: writing and blogging.
Posts may be spotty this week because I'm feeling more than spent.
COMING ATTRACTIONS...
I still have tons to tell you about, especially now that the holidays and prime shopping season are upon us. Here are some things to look forward to in the coming days:
There are tons of Cyber Monday deals out there (and deals being offered throughout much of December), so go to your favorite sites to see what's what. Just be sure to take your time, read all the fine print, enter promotional codes properly, and double check your purchases, what you're being charged for, and look over your shipping/billing addresses to be certain they're right before you hit "place order." With great deals, it's easy to get caught up in the frenzy and make a costly mistake.
A BIT ABOUT ME...
I've been insanely busy lately. I've written thousands of words over the weekend to get to the finish line for National Novel Writing Month and I'm proud to say that for the second year in a row, I am a NaNoWriMo winner and have hit the 50K word count mark. I'm exhausted. I'm sick of looking at my laptop, and I'm not relishing the thought of typing anything at the moment.
I'm also starting my week back by dealing with our auditors at work. Yippee. Today is going to bite on so many levels. I swear, I need to find away to quit my day job so I can focus on doing what I really want: writing and blogging.
Posts may be spotty this week because I'm feeling more than spent.
COMING ATTRACTIONS...
I still have tons to tell you about, especially now that the holidays and prime shopping season are upon us. Here are some things to look forward to in the coming days:
- Raw Minerals mineral foundation overview and review
- New products from Lumene
- Awesome new bags and brushes from my fave, ecoTOOLs
- Burt's Bees, watch out! There's a new bee-inspired lip balm on the market
- Ecofriendly soaps will keep you and the earth clean and beautiful
- PurMinerals is ready for the holidays
- Head to Oz with nail polish Dorothy would love
- ...and much, much more!
Make-up Trend: Bronzy, Luminous Skin
On the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar India, Lara Dutta shows us that you don't have to look like a porcelain doll to have glowy, reflective skin. Smooth a few drops of liquid foundation over your entire face in a shade one touch darker than your natural skin tone, then top the look off with a slighty shimmery translucent powder. The effect has plenty of color and plenty of light.
Make-up Trend: Sheer Violet Shadow and Plum Lips
Usually I don't like match your eyeshadow to your clothes, but Isha Koppikar changed that make-up no no in a second. She wore a gorgeous Neeta Lulla lehnga—and had coordinating shadow and lips. To try violet colored lids, choose a shimmery formula and apply with your fingertips—the oil from you hands will keep it looking sheer, not heavy. To compliment the lips apply a plummish-brown stain with a coordinating lip gloss.
Rec: NARS Duo Eye Shadow in Violetta for the eyes; NARS Lip Stain Gloss in Victoire for the lips
Rec: NARS Duo Eye Shadow in Violetta for the eyes; NARS Lip Stain Gloss in Victoire for the lips
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Cyber Monday Beauty Deals!!!
It took me light years to comb the Internet for these Cyber Monday beauty deals, so please take advantage. Happy shopping. Let me know in the comments what you end up buying!
Aldo: Take 10% off your online purchase. Enter CYBERMONDAY09 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Ann Taylor: Take 40% off your purchase online and IN STORE! Plus get free shipping on orders of $100 or more. Enter code MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Aveda: Choose 4 free samples with all online orders, plus get free shipping with orders over $25. Use promo code PIVK4 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Avon: Pick up a bunch of your Avon favorites on the cheap.
Beauty.com: Get an Erickson Beamon designer bag filled with deluxe samples (valued at over $150) with any $100 purchase. Samples include: Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Body Exfoliating Cream, Sue Devitt Eye Intensifier Pencil (Tanzania or Kalahari), Talika Eye Decompress, Nick Chavez Beverly Hills Plump 'N Thick Thickening Hairspray with Collagen, Jack Black Industrial Strength Hand Healer, Rene Furterer Paris Myrrhea Anti-Frizz silkening mask, Diana B. Candle (Black Fig or Maple Sugar Lychee Nut), Smashbox Lash DNA Mascara, StriVectin Neck Cream, DDF Daily Protective Moisturizer SPF 15, Phyto Phytolisse Finishing Serum, Intelligent Nutrients Lip Delivery Nutrition, and Urban Decay Sin Primer Potion. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Banana Republic: Take 20% off all online purchases, plus free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Beauty.com: Get $10 off your purchase of $60 or more, plus free shipping. Your special discount will show at checkout. Promotion ends on December 31, 2009.
Benefit Cosmetics: Free shipping with any purchase. Enter CYBERMON at checkout. Plus, get two free samples with every order (no promo code needed). Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Bliss: Check out these great deals at Bliss!
Bluemercury.com: Complimentary Fekkai Technician Color Care Trio (shampoo, conditioner and anti-fade top coat) with any online purchase of $40 or more. Enter FEKKAI09 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Bobbi Brown: Take 20% off your online purchase.
Clarisonic: Save up to 20% on Clarisonic duos.
Clinique: Get a festive holiday tote with any purchase of $49.50 or more. Enter promo code TOTE at checkout. And don't forget to pick up a free sample. Choose from: Age Defense for Eyes, Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion, High Impact Mascara or All About Eyes. Plus, enjoy complimentary gift wrap with any purchase!
DERMAdoctor: Take 10% off all purchases. Use coupon code CYBER at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Drugstore.com: Check out these amazing deals and gifts with purchase!
DSW: 25% off entire online purchase. Enter SAVE25 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
DSW: DSW Rewards Members get free standard shipping on orders of $35 or more. Enter SNOWMAN at checkout. Promotion ends January 4, 2009.
DuWop: Take 20% off any purchase. Enter THANKFUL at checkout. Promotion ends November 30, 2009.
e.l.f.: Get 70% off products from the e.l.f. Minerals line. Enter coupon code CM70MIN at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
eDressMe.com: Now through December 25, 2009, pick up stocking stuffers are discounted 25%. Everything is under $25.
Forever21: Free Shipping, no minimum. Enter code CYBERMONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Fragrancenet.com: Get $10 off all purchases over $70. Enter code LSDEC9 at checkout. Promotion ends on December 3, 2009.
Fragrancenet.com: Free U.S. standard shipping. Enter code BLFDY9 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Gap: Take 20% off all online purchases, plus free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Giorgio Armani Beauty: Get 20% off your cosmetics and skincare order (plus free shipping) with code FAMILY. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
HSN.com: Take 15% off Carol's Daughter products. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Kate Somerville: Save 30% off your online order. Enter KATE2009 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Kiehl's: Score 20% off orders as part of the Kiehl's Friends & Family sale. The offer also includes free shipping on orders of $30 or more. Enter FAMILY at checkout. Promotion ends on December 1, 2009.
Korres: It's a party at korres.com on Cyber Monday. Shop irresistibly low prices on must-haves in every category and get 20% off everything site wide, free shipping on purchases over $30 and blockbuster free gifts. Promotion ends December 2, 2009.
L'Occitane: Save up to 30% on these holiday gifts. Plus get free shipping on orders of $25 or more (no code needed). Sale ends on November 30, 2009.
Lab Series: Take 25% off your entire order and enjoy free standard shipping. Promotion ends December 4, 2009.
Lancome: Take 20% off your online purchase. Enter HolidayJoy2 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Linea Pelle: Take 20% off handbags, belts and fashion accessories. Enter coupon code CYBERMONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Macy's: Enjoy free shipping with your online purchase of $75 or more. Use promo code CYBER at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
MD Skincare: Spend $100 and get 20% off. Enter CYBER at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Molton Brown: Take 15% off your online purchases over $65, plus get free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Nine West: Check out these Cyber Monday Doorbusters. These 4 pairs of hot boots are 50% off! Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Old Navy: Take 20% off all online purchases, plus free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Origins: Take $10 off any $25 order. Can you even believe? Definitely use this promotion to pick up the Peace of Mind stocking stuffer I told you about. Enter coupon code TenOff09 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Philosophy: Receive free shipping with any purchase. With any $75 purchase, receive a free gift valued at over $100. Gift includes a Philosophy messenger bag with embroidered logo plus these deluxe samples: Hope in a tube (0.25 oz), microdelivery wash (2 oz), purity made simple (2 oz), unconditional love lotion (1 oz), eye hope (0.2 oz), hope in a jar (0.4 oz), and one other product that will be confirmed at a later time. Enter code magicandhope at checkout. Promotion ends December 1, 2009.
Piperlime: Take 20% off all online purchases, plus free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Prescriptives: Receive a free 4-piece gift of travel size skincare bestsellers (All Clean Fresh Foaming Cleanser, Instant Gratification Skin Renewal Peel, Super Line Preventor Xtreme, Super Line Preventor Xtreme Lifting Concentrate) with any $50 order, plus enjoy free standard shipping. Enter CYBER9 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Saks Fifth Avenue: Free shipping on all orders. Enter HOLIDAY9 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Sephora: Get free shipping on all orders. Enter SHIP4FREE at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Sephora: Take 20% off Bare Escentuals Get Started Kits, plus free shipping. Enter GETSTARTED at checkout. Promotion ends December 1, 2009.
Shu Uemura: Get 20% off purchases of $50 or more, plus enjoy free shipping. Enter WISH09 at checkout. Promotion ends on December 1, 2009.
Shu Uemura: Get 7 deluxe samples on orders of $125 or more, plus free shipping - and 20% off! Deluxe samples include mesh bag, mini-gloss, brightening cream, red:juvenus intense vitalizing concentrate, pleasure of Japanese bath - hinoki, cleansing beauty oil premium A/O, depsea water mist in chamomile, powder foundation. Use code WISHDELUXE09 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Skinstore.com: Take 20% off sitewide. Enter HOL20 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Smashbox: The Smashbox Friends & Family Sale has started! Take care of all your holiday shopping and save 20% on your entire order. Enter code SBFF9 at checkout. Oh, and choose from 3 deluxe-sized samples and get a bonus sample with every order. Promotion ends on December 1, 2009.
Spanx: Free shipping on all orders. Use promo code GOBBLE2010 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Steve Madden: Take 25% off your online purchase, plus get free shipping. Enter MADDEN25 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Stila: Free shipping, no minimum. Enter THANKS at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Tarte: Get 40% off your online purchase. Orders of $25 or more get complimentary shipping and a free lip gloss. Use code CYBERMON9 at checkout.
The Body Shop: Take 20% off all online purchases. Plus, choose a free product with any purchase. Choose from: Super Volume Mascara in Black, Vit E Eye Cream, Maca Root Travel Shave Cream, Coconut Scrub or Wild Cherry Mini Body Butter. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
The Limited: 20% off everything, plus free shipping. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Three Custom Color: Receive 25% off sitewide with coupon code CYBER. Promotion ends on December 1, 2009.
Too Faced: 30% off and free shipping on orders of $50 or more with code LUCKYBREAKS. Promotion ends January 2, 2009.
Tory Burch: Tory has some fantastic Cyber Monday deals going on. Score a free Cheetah Print Tote with orders of $100 or more. Get 30% off purchases of $300 or more with coupon code TURKEY30. Gift wrap is complimentary, and shipping is free on orders of $150 or more.
Ulta: Receive 12 free samples in an airline approved Ulta bag with any $35 online purchase. This is a $55 value. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Victoria's Secret: Get 30% off a single item. Enter coupon code ITEM30 at checkout. Promotion ends on December 2, 2009.
Walgreens: Take $15 off purchases of $75 or more, plus get free shipping. Enter SAVENOW at checkout. Promotion ends on December 5, 2009.
Aldo: Take 10% off your online purchase. Enter CYBERMONDAY09 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Ann Taylor: Take 40% off your purchase online and IN STORE! Plus get free shipping on orders of $100 or more. Enter code MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Aveda: Choose 4 free samples with all online orders, plus get free shipping with orders over $25. Use promo code PIVK4 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Avon: Pick up a bunch of your Avon favorites on the cheap.
Beauty.com: Get an Erickson Beamon designer bag filled with deluxe samples (valued at over $150) with any $100 purchase. Samples include: Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Body Exfoliating Cream, Sue Devitt Eye Intensifier Pencil (Tanzania or Kalahari), Talika Eye Decompress, Nick Chavez Beverly Hills Plump 'N Thick Thickening Hairspray with Collagen, Jack Black Industrial Strength Hand Healer, Rene Furterer Paris Myrrhea Anti-Frizz silkening mask, Diana B. Candle (Black Fig or Maple Sugar Lychee Nut), Smashbox Lash DNA Mascara, StriVectin Neck Cream, DDF Daily Protective Moisturizer SPF 15, Phyto Phytolisse Finishing Serum, Intelligent Nutrients Lip Delivery Nutrition, and Urban Decay Sin Primer Potion. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Banana Republic: Take 20% off all online purchases, plus free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Beauty.com: Get $10 off your purchase of $60 or more, plus free shipping. Your special discount will show at checkout. Promotion ends on December 31, 2009.
Benefit Cosmetics: Free shipping with any purchase. Enter CYBERMON at checkout. Plus, get two free samples with every order (no promo code needed). Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Bliss: Check out these great deals at Bliss!
Bluemercury.com: Complimentary Fekkai Technician Color Care Trio (shampoo, conditioner and anti-fade top coat) with any online purchase of $40 or more. Enter FEKKAI09 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Bobbi Brown: Take 20% off your online purchase.
Clarisonic: Save up to 20% on Clarisonic duos.
Clinique: Get a festive holiday tote with any purchase of $49.50 or more. Enter promo code TOTE at checkout. And don't forget to pick up a free sample. Choose from: Age Defense for Eyes, Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion, High Impact Mascara or All About Eyes. Plus, enjoy complimentary gift wrap with any purchase!
DERMAdoctor: Take 10% off all purchases. Use coupon code CYBER at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Drugstore.com: Check out these amazing deals and gifts with purchase!
DSW: 25% off entire online purchase. Enter SAVE25 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
DSW: DSW Rewards Members get free standard shipping on orders of $35 or more. Enter SNOWMAN at checkout. Promotion ends January 4, 2009.
DuWop: Take 20% off any purchase. Enter THANKFUL at checkout. Promotion ends November 30, 2009.
e.l.f.: Get 70% off products from the e.l.f. Minerals line. Enter coupon code CM70MIN at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
eDressMe.com: Now through December 25, 2009, pick up stocking stuffers are discounted 25%. Everything is under $25.
Forever21: Free Shipping, no minimum. Enter code CYBERMONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Fragrancenet.com: Get $10 off all purchases over $70. Enter code LSDEC9 at checkout. Promotion ends on December 3, 2009.
Fragrancenet.com: Free U.S. standard shipping. Enter code BLFDY9 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Gap: Take 20% off all online purchases, plus free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Giorgio Armani Beauty: Get 20% off your cosmetics and skincare order (plus free shipping) with code FAMILY. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
HSN.com: Take 15% off Carol's Daughter products. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Kate Somerville: Save 30% off your online order. Enter KATE2009 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Kiehl's: Score 20% off orders as part of the Kiehl's Friends & Family sale. The offer also includes free shipping on orders of $30 or more. Enter FAMILY at checkout. Promotion ends on December 1, 2009.
Korres: It's a party at korres.com on Cyber Monday. Shop irresistibly low prices on must-haves in every category and get 20% off everything site wide, free shipping on purchases over $30 and blockbuster free gifts. Promotion ends December 2, 2009.
L'Occitane: Save up to 30% on these holiday gifts. Plus get free shipping on orders of $25 or more (no code needed). Sale ends on November 30, 2009.
Lab Series: Take 25% off your entire order and enjoy free standard shipping. Promotion ends December 4, 2009.
Lancome: Take 20% off your online purchase. Enter HolidayJoy2 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Linea Pelle: Take 20% off handbags, belts and fashion accessories. Enter coupon code CYBERMONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Macy's: Enjoy free shipping with your online purchase of $75 or more. Use promo code CYBER at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
MD Skincare: Spend $100 and get 20% off. Enter CYBER at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Molton Brown: Take 15% off your online purchases over $65, plus get free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Nine West: Check out these Cyber Monday Doorbusters. These 4 pairs of hot boots are 50% off! Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Old Navy: Take 20% off all online purchases, plus free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Origins: Take $10 off any $25 order. Can you even believe? Definitely use this promotion to pick up the Peace of Mind stocking stuffer I told you about. Enter coupon code TenOff09 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Philosophy: Receive free shipping with any purchase. With any $75 purchase, receive a free gift valued at over $100. Gift includes a Philosophy messenger bag with embroidered logo plus these deluxe samples: Hope in a tube (0.25 oz), microdelivery wash (2 oz), purity made simple (2 oz), unconditional love lotion (1 oz), eye hope (0.2 oz), hope in a jar (0.4 oz), and one other product that will be confirmed at a later time. Enter code magicandhope at checkout. Promotion ends December 1, 2009.
Piperlime: Take 20% off all online purchases, plus free shipping. Enter MONDAY at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Prescriptives: Receive a free 4-piece gift of travel size skincare bestsellers (All Clean Fresh Foaming Cleanser, Instant Gratification Skin Renewal Peel, Super Line Preventor Xtreme, Super Line Preventor Xtreme Lifting Concentrate) with any $50 order, plus enjoy free standard shipping. Enter CYBER9 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Saks Fifth Avenue: Free shipping on all orders. Enter HOLIDAY9 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Sephora: Get free shipping on all orders. Enter SHIP4FREE at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Sephora: Take 20% off Bare Escentuals Get Started Kits, plus free shipping. Enter GETSTARTED at checkout. Promotion ends December 1, 2009.
Shu Uemura: Get 20% off purchases of $50 or more, plus enjoy free shipping. Enter WISH09 at checkout. Promotion ends on December 1, 2009.
Shu Uemura: Get 7 deluxe samples on orders of $125 or more, plus free shipping - and 20% off! Deluxe samples include mesh bag, mini-gloss, brightening cream, red:juvenus intense vitalizing concentrate, pleasure of Japanese bath - hinoki, cleansing beauty oil premium A/O, depsea water mist in chamomile, powder foundation. Use code WISHDELUXE09 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Skinstore.com: Take 20% off sitewide. Enter HOL20 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Smashbox: The Smashbox Friends & Family Sale has started! Take care of all your holiday shopping and save 20% on your entire order. Enter code SBFF9 at checkout. Oh, and choose from 3 deluxe-sized samples and get a bonus sample with every order. Promotion ends on December 1, 2009.
Spanx: Free shipping on all orders. Use promo code GOBBLE2010 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Steve Madden: Take 25% off your online purchase, plus get free shipping. Enter MADDEN25 at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Stila: Free shipping, no minimum. Enter THANKS at checkout. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Tarte: Get 40% off your online purchase. Orders of $25 or more get complimentary shipping and a free lip gloss. Use code CYBERMON9 at checkout.
The Body Shop: Take 20% off all online purchases. Plus, choose a free product with any purchase. Choose from: Super Volume Mascara in Black, Vit E Eye Cream, Maca Root Travel Shave Cream, Coconut Scrub or Wild Cherry Mini Body Butter. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
The Limited: 20% off everything, plus free shipping. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Three Custom Color: Receive 25% off sitewide with coupon code CYBER. Promotion ends on December 1, 2009.
Too Faced: 30% off and free shipping on orders of $50 or more with code LUCKYBREAKS. Promotion ends January 2, 2009.
Tory Burch: Tory has some fantastic Cyber Monday deals going on. Score a free Cheetah Print Tote with orders of $100 or more. Get 30% off purchases of $300 or more with coupon code TURKEY30. Gift wrap is complimentary, and shipping is free on orders of $150 or more.
Ulta: Receive 12 free samples in an airline approved Ulta bag with any $35 online purchase. This is a $55 value. Promotion ends on November 30, 2009.
Victoria's Secret: Get 30% off a single item. Enter coupon code ITEM30 at checkout. Promotion ends on December 2, 2009.
Walgreens: Take $15 off purchases of $75 or more, plus get free shipping. Enter SAVENOW at checkout. Promotion ends on December 5, 2009.
Holiday Cranberries-- Fun Holiday Makeup
Products Used:
Benefit F.Y.Eye
MAC Paintpot in Artifact
MAC eyeshadows:
Cranberry
Hush
Handwritten
Soft Brown
Bisque
Mylar
MAC Blitz n' Glitz fluidline
Covergirl Lashblast Mascara
MAC Cream Color Base in Crushed Bougainvillea (no longer available, but use any berry shade)
MAC Blushbaby powder blush
MAC Viva Glam V lipstick
YSL Golden Gloss, #10
Violet Duchess
I've been ill since last friday, so I try to make good use of my time and paint a little :) Nothing too complicated, but I was feeling like some blue/purple combo today. The lid was done with MAC Lovely Lily and Violet pigments, and the crease is MAC Cool Heat, Lime Crime Duchess and Pure Luxe Turquoise Aura. The liner essence Pretty Cool is feathered out in the outer corner and I added some teal sequins for that glamour touch.
My eye colour is not real in these pics of course! Brightness and contrast were adjusted in PS.
Product List
MAC Bare Canvas, MAC Lovely Lily, MAC Violet, Lime Crime Duchess, MAC Cool Heat, Pure Luxe Turquoise Aura, MAC Vanilla, MAC Gesso, MAC Azreal Blue, essence Pretty Cool liquid eyeliner, p2 lashes, Maybelline Expression kohl in white, CG Lash Blast
My eye colour is not real in these pics of course! Brightness and contrast were adjusted in PS.
Product List
MAC Bare Canvas, MAC Lovely Lily, MAC Violet, Lime Crime Duchess, MAC Cool Heat, Pure Luxe Turquoise Aura, MAC Vanilla, MAC Gesso, MAC Azreal Blue, essence Pretty Cool liquid eyeliner, p2 lashes, Maybelline Expression kohl in white, CG Lash Blast
Saturday, November 28, 2009
I TEMPTU. Do You?
I recently received the TEMPTU Airbrush Makeup System to test and review for Spoiled Pretty, and I'm really dreading having to give it back. That's how amazing it is. Watch the video to find out why I'm awarding TEMPTU with 'holy grail' status.
TEMPTU is a great holiday beauty gift (the recipient would love you forever). The TEMPTU Airbrush Makeup System is available at Sephora and costs $225. A duo of foundation pods (there are 12 shades) costs $55. Blush pods (4 shades) are $30 and highlighter pods (4 shades) are $35 each.
For more expert gift picks, check out Spoiled Pretty's 2009 Holiday Beauty Gift Guide!
TEMPTU is a great holiday beauty gift (the recipient would love you forever). The TEMPTU Airbrush Makeup System is available at Sephora and costs $225. A duo of foundation pods (there are 12 shades) costs $55. Blush pods (4 shades) are $30 and highlighter pods (4 shades) are $35 each.
For more expert gift picks, check out Spoiled Pretty's 2009 Holiday Beauty Gift Guide!
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It gives me a natural glow ^_^
Winter is already here and, I have been using Mark's Just Pinched in Sunny as my everyday blush. It's perfect for winter. I need a natural glow to my face so I won't look dead in the morning and this product does the job beautifully.
What is it? Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Sunny glides on smoothly and blends easily to provide a sheer wash of natural looking color. 0.14 oz. net wt.
How is the quality? I love the packaging. It's a small tube where you twist and the product comes out. Its very portable and, I carry one in my makeup bag. Also, the texture is smooth and I notice that It last longer than a powder blush.
How do you like it? I love this blush. I have oily skin and, I didn't have a problem with it at all. Its very easy to apply and blend. It takes me no time to apply it. I sometimes use my fingers or a foundation brush to apply on my cheeks. The color works well with my skin tone too. It looks dark in the tube but It is quite sheer so I have total control of how much goes on my face. Also, the price is great. It's only $6.00
swatched heavily
Check out my E-botique to see other color available.
http://www.mymarkstore.com/rceleste
What is it? Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Sunny glides on smoothly and blends easily to provide a sheer wash of natural looking color. 0.14 oz. net wt.
How is the quality? I love the packaging. It's a small tube where you twist and the product comes out. Its very portable and, I carry one in my makeup bag. Also, the texture is smooth and I notice that It last longer than a powder blush.
How do you like it? I love this blush. I have oily skin and, I didn't have a problem with it at all. Its very easy to apply and blend. It takes me no time to apply it. I sometimes use my fingers or a foundation brush to apply on my cheeks. The color works well with my skin tone too. It looks dark in the tube but It is quite sheer so I have total control of how much goes on my face. Also, the price is great. It's only $6.00
swatched heavily
Check out my E-botique to see other color available.
http://www.mymarkstore.com/rceleste
Winners of The Bake Shoppe Giveaway!
Congrats to Nicky Balandiat, Terri Bruney, Paula Caudill, Lynn Harasym, Audrey Morgan, and Michelle St. James - winners of The Bake Shoppe Giveaway, generously sponsored by Philosophy.
These ladies will win this decadent bath and body set, inspired by sweet treats.
The Bake Shoppe includes ($30): 4.0 oz Pink Frosted Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath; 4.0 oz Raspberry Mousse Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath; 0.5 oz Raspberry Mousse Flavored Lip Shine; and 2.0 oz Sweet Creamy Frosting Body Lotion.
The Bake Shoppe is available at Sephora and philosophy.com.
These ladies will win this decadent bath and body set, inspired by sweet treats.
The Bake Shoppe includes ($30): 4.0 oz Pink Frosted Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath; 4.0 oz Raspberry Mousse Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath; 0.5 oz Raspberry Mousse Flavored Lip Shine; and 2.0 oz Sweet Creamy Frosting Body Lotion.
The Bake Shoppe is available at Sephora and philosophy.com.
Mughda Godse's Beauty Magazine Scans
Friday, November 27, 2009
Nordstrom Private Beauty Event: Get On This!!!
Right now, Nordstrom is having a private beauty sale. It's not advertised on the main page of their website - but if you click this secret link, it will transport you to where the magic happens.
Enjoy incredible gifts with purchase and special offers from Anastasia, Armani, Bare Minerals, Bobbi Brown, Clarisonic, DDF, Dior, Essie, Guerlain, Jo Malone, Kate Somerville, Kiehl's, La Mer, Laura Mercier, NARS, Prada, Shu Uemura, Smashbox, YSL and many more!
I'm usually pretty good at keeping things on the DL...but when it comes to beauty deals like this, you can bet your bottom dollar that I'm gonna sing like a canary.
*If you spend $100 or more, don't forget to enter promo code HOLIDAY09 for free shipping!
Enjoy incredible gifts with purchase and special offers from Anastasia, Armani, Bare Minerals, Bobbi Brown, Clarisonic, DDF, Dior, Essie, Guerlain, Jo Malone, Kate Somerville, Kiehl's, La Mer, Laura Mercier, NARS, Prada, Shu Uemura, Smashbox, YSL and many more!
I'm usually pretty good at keeping things on the DL...but when it comes to beauty deals like this, you can bet your bottom dollar that I'm gonna sing like a canary.
*If you spend $100 or more, don't forget to enter promo code HOLIDAY09 for free shipping!
Avon Gift Tag Nail Files: Holiday Beauty Gift Guide
Whoever came up with these is a genius. These holiday gift tags double as nail files. They're $1.99 each and available at avon.com!
For more expert gift picks, check out Spoiled Pretty's 2009 Holiday Beauty Gift Guide!
For more expert gift picks, check out Spoiled Pretty's 2009 Holiday Beauty Gift Guide!
Rebecca Minkoff Black Friday Weekend Online Sale!
Rebecca Minkoff’s Stud Devote handbag (above) is my handbag soulmate. I am OBSESSED with this bag, and you can see why. If I could design the perfect purse, this would be it. I love its modern sophistication with rock and roll edge.
The Stud Devote is a conversation piece. Every time I wear it, strangers stop me on the street. In fact, earlier this week when I swung by my local Starbucks to pick up a Caramel Brulee Latte (soy, no whip), a woman stopped me to ask who made the bag and where she could buy her own. At $550+, depending on where you purchase, this bag packs quite a pricey punch. But with a handbag this gorgeous, it'll be the only one you care to carry.
Now through Monday, November 30th, Rebecca Minkoff is hosting a Black Friday sale; she's slashing prices on her collection. The Stud Devote (in Almond, Papaya, Plum and Steel) is $400 - down from $695. Hit up the sale now...quantities are limited.
Also, this entire weekend, Rebecca Minkoff is raffling off three bags a day! So don't miss out on some seriously chic arm candy.
Me with my beloved Stud Devote handbag
If you love the look of the Rebecca Minkoff tote, but your purse strings are a little tight, this one by Deux Lux is a budget friendly alternative.
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Make-up Trend: Fuchsia Lips
From Anamika Khanna to Manish Arora, fall runways are jam-packed with acid-bright neon colors. We could add a flirty neon dress or a pair of funky stlettos to our wardrobe. But instead, why not stick to basic black and add a burst of color on your lips like Genelia D'Souza did on the latest issue of Filmfare? If bright lips are not your thing, try a tinted lip balm to get a hint of brightness.
Rec: YSL Pure Lipstick in 19 Fuchsia Pink
Rec: YSL Pure Lipstick in 19 Fuchsia Pink
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Origins Peace of Mind: Holiday Beauty Gift Guide
Here's one of my holiday pet peeves: you're involved in a gift swap and the max amount you can spend is $10. Don't cha just hate that? What inevitably ends up happening is you wind up buying some throwaway gift and you think to yourself, "I should have just put an Alexander Hamilton in an envelope and been done with it."
Well, this year when you find yourself in that situation, I have the perfect gift pick: Origins Peace of Mind.
Peace of Mind is Origins' original stress-buster. When the world closes in on you and your head feels a size too small, apply just two dabs and you'll feel a tingling sensation as pressure, tension and tightness begin to melt away.
Any time I've got a lot on my mind and have trouble relaxing before bedtime, I dot this stuff on my temples, between my brows and on the nape of my neck. It's like a creamy, liquid lullaby. So next time you have to buy a present and penny-pinch, give the gift every one wants and needs: a good night sleep.
Origins Peace of Mind is available at Macy's and origins.com.
For more expert gift picks, check out Spoiled Pretty's 2009 Holiday Beauty Gift Guide!
Well, this year when you find yourself in that situation, I have the perfect gift pick: Origins Peace of Mind.
Peace of Mind is Origins' original stress-buster. When the world closes in on you and your head feels a size too small, apply just two dabs and you'll feel a tingling sensation as pressure, tension and tightness begin to melt away.
Any time I've got a lot on my mind and have trouble relaxing before bedtime, I dot this stuff on my temples, between my brows and on the nape of my neck. It's like a creamy, liquid lullaby. So next time you have to buy a present and penny-pinch, give the gift every one wants and needs: a good night sleep.
Origins Peace of Mind is available at Macy's and origins.com.
For more expert gift picks, check out Spoiled Pretty's 2009 Holiday Beauty Gift Guide!
MAC Warm & Cozy
A fireside fantasy far from the maddening crowd is undeniably appealing.
Seek refuge in the warmth, the glow of skin rosy with Refined Golden Mineralize Skinfinish, Shadesticks in Cuddle, Nurture and Snuggle shades, cozy as a mug of cocoa on a bearskin rug. Curl up with the cashmere kiss of Warm Me Up Lipstick or Light That Fire! Lipglass; the woodsy, rustic chic of Mulled Cider Eye Shadow and Dim the Lights Nail Lacquer. Like being in a majestic lodge surrounded by all of life’s real comforts. Natural beauty, the way MAC makes it modern.
Warm & Cozy Face, with Care Blends Essential Oils in Sweet Orange + Lavender, or Grapefruit + Chamomile feels soothing and sultry when elements are harsh and extreme…add MAC signature innovation with Mineralize All-Over Moisture Lotion, and see new radiance, revivified lustre, optimum health. Like going on retreat and communing with nature, it’s an earthly way to bring back what the city takes away, and a sensual solution to make life simple, but luxurious. Winter beauty begins here.
Lipstick, $14
Spiced Tea: Warm bronzed brown (Glaze)
Warm Me Up: Creamy mid-tone neutral pink (Amplified)
Siss: Muted golden beige (Satin)
Lipglass, $14
2N: Creamy neutral yellow pink (Cream)
Feeling Dreamy: Pale neutral pink with pink pearl (Frost)
Light That Fire!: Mid-tone burnt coral with pearl (Frost)
3N: Neutral brown with gold and pink pearl (Frost)
Shadestick, $16.50
Cuddle: Frosted light golden yellow
Nurture: Frosted pale neutral peach beige
Warm & Cozy: Frosted burnt amber with red and gold pearl
Relaxed: Frosted dark chocolate brown
Eye Shadow, $14.50
Chamomile: Creamy pale yellow (Satin)
Modelette: Mid-tone warm camel (Satin)
Mulled Cider: Dark warm brown (Satin)
Embark: Intense reddish brown (Matte)
Mineralize Skinfinish, $27
By Candlelight: Golden pink
Comfort: Golden bronze
Lip Conditioner (tube), $13.50
Lip Conditioner (stick), $13.50
Nail Lacquer, $12
Blissed Out: Creamy light nude
Dim the Lights: Creamy warm dark chocolate
Tinted Lip Conditioner, $14.50
Close for Comfort: Pinkish brown
Feelin' Good: Light neutral beige
Mineralize All-Over Lotion, $29.50
Gentle, non-sensitizing, and rich, this face & body moisturizing lotion is free of fragrance and color so it can be paired with pigments and oils to achieve a myriad of effects. It utilizes MAC Charged Water to boost the delivery of moisturizing ingredients using the "vibration" of the gemstone, Diamond.
Care Blends Essential Oils, $19.50
Infused with natural properties derived from plants, Care Blends Ess ential Oils are gentle
and healing on the skin. They leave the skin feeling energized and moisturized with a healthy
glow. These unique oils can be used alone, under makeup, mixed into skin treatment or mixed into makeup to increase emolliency and comfort, sheer down or increase playtime of a product
as desired.
Sweet Orange + Lavender
Grapefruit + Chamomile
Available in North America on December 26, 2009 at all MAC locations and maccosmetics.com. Available internationally in January 2010.
Seek refuge in the warmth, the glow of skin rosy with Refined Golden Mineralize Skinfinish, Shadesticks in Cuddle, Nurture and Snuggle shades, cozy as a mug of cocoa on a bearskin rug. Curl up with the cashmere kiss of Warm Me Up Lipstick or Light That Fire! Lipglass; the woodsy, rustic chic of Mulled Cider Eye Shadow and Dim the Lights Nail Lacquer. Like being in a majestic lodge surrounded by all of life’s real comforts. Natural beauty, the way MAC makes it modern.
Warm & Cozy Face, with Care Blends Essential Oils in Sweet Orange + Lavender, or Grapefruit + Chamomile feels soothing and sultry when elements are harsh and extreme…add MAC signature innovation with Mineralize All-Over Moisture Lotion, and see new radiance, revivified lustre, optimum health. Like going on retreat and communing with nature, it’s an earthly way to bring back what the city takes away, and a sensual solution to make life simple, but luxurious. Winter beauty begins here.
Lipstick, $14
Spiced Tea: Warm bronzed brown (Glaze)
Warm Me Up: Creamy mid-tone neutral pink (Amplified)
Siss: Muted golden beige (Satin)
Lipglass, $14
2N: Creamy neutral yellow pink (Cream)
Feeling Dreamy: Pale neutral pink with pink pearl (Frost)
Light That Fire!: Mid-tone burnt coral with pearl (Frost)
3N: Neutral brown with gold and pink pearl (Frost)
Shadestick, $16.50
Cuddle: Frosted light golden yellow
Nurture: Frosted pale neutral peach beige
Warm & Cozy: Frosted burnt amber with red and gold pearl
Relaxed: Frosted dark chocolate brown
Eye Shadow, $14.50
Chamomile: Creamy pale yellow (Satin)
Modelette: Mid-tone warm camel (Satin)
Mulled Cider: Dark warm brown (Satin)
Embark: Intense reddish brown (Matte)
Mineralize Skinfinish, $27
By Candlelight: Golden pink
Comfort: Golden bronze
Lip Conditioner (tube), $13.50
Lip Conditioner (stick), $13.50
Nail Lacquer, $12
Blissed Out: Creamy light nude
Dim the Lights: Creamy warm dark chocolate
Tinted Lip Conditioner, $14.50
Close for Comfort: Pinkish brown
Feelin' Good: Light neutral beige
Mineralize All-Over Lotion, $29.50
Gentle, non-sensitizing, and rich, this face & body moisturizing lotion is free of fragrance and color so it can be paired with pigments and oils to achieve a myriad of effects. It utilizes MAC Charged Water to boost the delivery of moisturizing ingredients using the "vibration" of the gemstone, Diamond.
Care Blends Essential Oils, $19.50
Infused with natural properties derived from plants, Care Blends Ess ential Oils are gentle
and healing on the skin. They leave the skin feeling energized and moisturized with a healthy
glow. These unique oils can be used alone, under makeup, mixed into skin treatment or mixed into makeup to increase emolliency and comfort, sheer down or increase playtime of a product
as desired.
Sweet Orange + Lavender
Grapefruit + Chamomile
Available in North America on December 26, 2009 at all MAC locations and maccosmetics.com. Available internationally in January 2010.
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