SALE SALE SALE!!

Everyone who knows me knows that I'm all about the Sale whether it be on shoes, makeup, hair products, clothes, trips, anything!! I hate paying full price!!! Please ladies check out the sites on the "Beauty Bargins" column they are usually loaded with beauty/hair product sales. Today and for the next 2 days www.hautelook.com is running a 50% off sale on selected Smashbox items!! They have great eyeshadow, and lip palettes. Check it out!!

MY NEW FAVORITE PRODUCT

Hello Ladies,
I have a new product for you!!! I saw that Loreal came out with a new primer. So, I said let me try it and see if it really works, well i used it on Monday in Atlanta which was about 85-90 degrees. Ladies, I only had to powder my makeup once, and my skin is kinda oily!!! Just to compare it to the most popular primer I know, Smash box, I used Smashbox on Tuesday it was good. However the Loreal is very comparable and for a lower rate. Smashbox is $38. So ladies my choice for beautinista on a budget is Loreal, it costs between $10-$13, you can't beat that!!!

Just to give you some background information, primer is put on your entire face prior to foundation or concealer application. After your moisturize, you apply the primer and let it set then go on with your normal foundation application. The primers main function is to allow your makeup to stay on longer, it also aids in preventing your skin from becoming oily or shiny.  It also minimizes wrinkles and fine lines. Its essential to have in your makeup kit. !!

BEST FOUNDATION FOR OVER 40

When choosing a foundation for mature ski begin by assessing your skin, look for age spots which need a maximum coverage foundation, wrinkles need fillers or products that claim to smooth the appearance of lines, dry skin needs products that have moisturizing properties or that have a dewy finish instead of a matte finish. Or better yet, look for products that help to combat all of the three major signs of aging on mature skin. Mousse or cream formulations tend to work best, and don't go for foundations with pink shades, rather go for ones that have yellow undertones to keep skin looking natural.

Top Foundations for Mature Women:

1. Smashbox High Definition Healthy FX Foundation SPF 15(Splurge)

Smashbox High Definition Foundation gives a flawless finish, but with a kick. They have come up with this special formulation that actually makes your skin healthier from the inside out. They also offer a built in time-released moisturizer that last all day, as well as extra all day firming benefits. This great HD foundation is also oil-free, comes in a pump dispenser so there will be no contamination, and is available 13 shades.

2. Elizabeth Arden Intervene Makeup SPF 15(Splurge)

Arden's Intervene makeup foundation is a definite must-have if you are beginning to see any fine lines or wrinkles. They claim that it will give your skin a firmer look and actually delay the appearance of wrinkles. I have seen some before and after for this foundation and have to say that it definitely seems to follow through. Other pluses include a soft and natural finish, it's 100% oil free, it gives a medium to full coverage, lasts all day, contains vitamin C and E, and comes in a very wide variety of shades. The great part about the shade selection is that it is available in 12 shades, from the very lightest to a pretty good darker tone.

3.Lancome Absolue BX Makeup SPF 18(Splurge)

Lancome has an entire line of Absolue products to help with aging, and the foundation makeup is a great finishing step. The texture of the foundation is very soft and nice, so it applies very easily. Absolue works hard to even out your complexion while giving you a medium to full coverage, without settling into fine lines and wrinkles. Lancome's breakthrough technology actually works to rejuvenate your skin as well as help with your skin's suppleness. Absolue also works to restore moisture that has been lost in your skin. Finally, it comes in a pump container so there is no contamination, and it is available in 12 shades.

4.Clinique Repairwear Anti-Aging Makeup SPF 15(Steal)

Clinique's Repairwear is a great full coverage, oil-free, foundation. It evens out your skin tone as well as concealing any imperfections. Repairwear tackles any problems you may be having with loss of moisture, which also helps to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. When you add in the extra boost of antioxidants and flawless finish, your skin may wonder where it's been all its life. It's available in 12 great shades from very fair to medium.

NEW SPRING 2010 LIP PRODUCTS

Here are some great Spring 2010 looks for those lips. The following products are currently available, some are in limited edition so don't hesitate in purchasing..

1. NYX LUSCIOUS LIP PALETTE $7

These are absolutely great!!! They look like a lip gloss but really they have the feel of lipstick or lip cream. The pigmentation is great, of course you cant beat the price!!!

2. VICTORIA SECRETS LIMITED EDITION SPRING 2010 LIP GLOSS $10

These lip gloss have a great shine, enough to be worn along or over your favorite lipstick. 

3. RIMMEL LONDON NEW SPRING 2010 SHADES $7

Rimmel is bringing in spring 2010 with ten new shades, they are full of flavor, great texture without being sticky. They are also great alone or over your favorite lipstick. 

4. ESTEE LAUDER "VERY HOLLYWOOD" W/ MICHAEL KORS

Lip sheen $22

Lip Gloss $20

So one of the top beauty brands has linked with one of the top designer Michael Kors. This "Very Hollywood" collection is absolutely gorgeous. They give you some great colors including: Honey Blond, Starlet Peach, Hollywood Gold, Starlet Rose, and Bungalow Pink.  You can get these colors in the lip sheen or lip gloss. 

5. SMASH BOX HEART BREAKER COLLECTION 

Lip Shine $19

RollerBall Lip Gloss $21

You have got to check out this collection, with 2 great lip selection one of them is going to be your favorite.  The Lip Shine comes in playful colors Berry Hot and Melon-Drama that keep your lips kissable, and glossy. The Rollerball Lipgloss comes in Pink Sugar this has a great soft shimmer, its perfect alone or great with your favorite lipstick.

SPRING 2010 FABULOUS EYESHADOW PALETTES

STILA JEWEL EYESHADOW PALETTE $32

Great glitter/shimmer palette, its not a creme shadow but goes on with a creme feel.  Colors included: Golden Topaz- a soft peachy/brown with champagne shimmer; Amethyst - a medium dark purple with red undertones and soft golden glitter; Black Diamond- a black w/sliver glitter; Rose Quartz- a light med. rosy pink w/silver glitter.  

SMASH BOX HEARTBREAKER "KISS N' TELL" $34

This is a great palette filled with vivid pinks, purples, whites and black. Great and compact for your makeup bag. 

VICTORIA SECRET LIMITED EDITION $15

These are great mineral eyeshadows that give you a soft shimmery finish, they come in a great array of colors. Great packaging VS. 

BOBBI BROWN SPRING 2010 COLLECTION $60

This is another great palette by Make up guru Bobbi Brown, her palette always have a great selection of colors that can take you from day to night.   These new spring 2010 palettes also include a rouge and lip palette!!!!  You have 3 palettes to choose from: Orchid Palette - white, dusty plum, metallic, orchid sparkle, mulberry and caviar; Aquamarine Palette - lightening sparkle, aquamarine metallic, storm, ivory, and grey sky ; Bonfire Palette - bone, cafe cream, sparkly, cognac metallic, bonfire metallic and caviar.

MAYBELLINE EYE SHADOW: NATURAL AND BAKED $5.99

Maybelline has come out with a wide array of eye shadows for 2010 spring/summer. You can choose from the mineral shadow or palette.  These are the best to keep in your kit they are inexpensive, have great colors and compact!!!

URBAN DECAY SUMMER OF LOVE EYESHADOW PALETTE $29

They are know to have some of the most vibrant color palettes. This great palette comes with 4 colors (chopper, maul wowle, smog and flash) , a glide on eye pencil and mini primer.  You can't beat this for under $30. 

THE NEW SUMMER FOUNDATION

With the warm months approaching its time to make a switch from regular foundation to tinted moisturizer. Tinted moisturizer is the new summer foundation!! Tinted moisturizer gives the skin a nice even tone, great glow, while being lightweight. The are excellent for daily use if you don't require  a lot of coverage. There are quite a few tinted moisturizers on the market.

TOP 3 TINTED MOISTURIZER UNDER $20

1. NEUTROGENA LIGHT TINTED MOISTURIZER  $13
Lightweight, non-greasy great for oily skin.

2. WET N' WILD TINTED MOISTURIZER $ 4
This contains SPF 15, hydrates your skin while protecting it from the environment for a great price$$$$$

3. SEPHORA $18
Goes on with a natural, satin finish. (I have used this, add a little concealer under the eyes for a great fresh face)


TOP 3 TINTED MOISTURIZERS OVER $20

1. LAURA MERCIER $42
This product contains SPF20 in their formula with a tint of color.  Give your complexion a great healthy glow.

2. SMASHBOX $30
This lightweight, oil free tinted moisturizer is great if you have oily skin!!! The formula's citrus honey moisturizing technology that enables the product to nourish and absorb excess oil throughout the day. (This is what I'm going to try this spring/summer)

3. STILA ILLUMINATING TINTED MOISTURIZER $34
This tinted moisturizer is infused with a hint of shimmer and SPF 15 giving your skin that great summer glow. It has triple duty acting as a: moisturizer, sunscreen and luminizer.