i.d. bareMinerals All-Over Face Color

Pure Radiance

The other day I had the pleasure of trying this new all over face color by Bare Escentuals. If you are familiar with the brand than you already know how beautiful the other shades are. If not than you must sample them upon your next visit to the mall or beauty store. Some of the shades have shimmer and the others do not. There are no limits on these face powders as they can be used in a variety of ways: eyeshadow, over lip gloss, highlighter, blush, or all over for a well rounded fresh appearance. The newest color released is called Pure Radiance, which is a golden tan shimmer. I used it just yesterday and found that similar to the other shades it was extremely versatile. I mainly applied it to my cheeks swept up towards the temples as a blush/highlighter. This looks absolutely amazing on the skin. My skin tone is olive, but anyone from fair to dark can easily wear this color. If you are looking for a great shimmer check this one out. It is $18.00 and can be found at Sephora, Ulta, or QVC.

Carrot Cake by Philosophy

I recently found this on philosophy's website as being a new 3 in 1 shower gel. Apparently it was inspired by a woman who wrote into Good Housekeeping magazine to create your own shower gel recipe. Online ordering seems to be the only way to acquire this body wash so I have to wait until it is delivered to give you the full scoop. It is not LE so hopefully it will join the other regularly listed items on the website.Here is the direct link if you are so inclined: http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?brandId=3990&contentId=C16074

The price is slightly higher than the other 3in1 shower gels-$20.00. However, 100% of the proceeds are donated to Childhelp, which is an organization that helps meet the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of abused and neglected children. What better reason do you need to buy a beauty product? Most other products only donate a small portion so I am glad that philosophy is giving it all. If you have purchased this I am interested to know what you think of it.

O-Glow by Smashbox

This new innovative cheek gel is clear and provides the most natural flush possible. It is preservative/fragrance free and waterproof. Apparently after this gel is applied it stimulates circulation in the area, which will ultimately give you the flushed look. The reviews are not in yet on this so if anyone has input I am curious to hear if it is worthwhile. It would be nice to achieve an authentic flushed appearance that doesn't look like I am trying. Think about the pink/red hue in your cheeks after a few glasses of wine.

Sounds interesting and different. Definitely worth a try. I really like how companies are creating makeup that is easy and versatile. When you have to think about something to much it becomes very unappealing to me. Keep it simple.

Cypress Candle by Fresh

Each time a Fresh candle is lit, a story is told, a memory ignited. Each candle boasts a unique blend of waxes, the clean flame of a lead-free wick and a remarkably level 50-hour burn. Bakelite lid protects the candle and its fragrance. The Cypress Candle evokes Mediterranean gardens and woods filled with vetiver, pine, cypress and wet moss--a beautiful, sheer woodsy scent.

B~Balmy Days and Sundays by Ineke

I recently went into my favorite local boutique Plain Jane and smelled all of the Ineke fragrance line. This was by far the most captivating one. It has notes of freesia, leafy greens, grass, honeysuckle, rose, mimosa, chypre accent and musk. When paired together they make such an interesting scent unlike anything I've ever smelled before. This would definitely become an everyday perfume for someone who wants something uncomplicated and refreshing. The lasting power on this is amazing. It is the kind of fragrance you'll need to apply only once a day b/c of it's high concentration of oil to alcohol level. Ineke offers a fantastic way to try all four of their scents before purchasing by offering samples for $12.00, which is fully redeemable against any future product purchase. The others that I tried: After My Own Heart-very light, girly, bergamot scent and Chemical Bonding-cool, citrus, peony scent. If you happen to come across this line take a moment to take a whiff, it is worth your while and let me know what you think.

Face Palette by Fresh

HERE COMES THE SUN" FACE PALETTE is the perfect bronzing and highlighting essential that contains two new shades of bronzing Face Luster and a highlighting Blush Powder.

Colors (left to right): resolute gold, here comes the sun, intense bronze

Face Luster is an innovative, multi-functional, one-of-a-kind pressed powder arising from unique micronizing technology applied to pure mineral pigments. Blush Powder is deeply pigmented, yet sheer in application

Mario Badescu Facial Spray

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs & Rosewater
A refreshing, hydrating mist to use any time. Formulated simply with fragrant herbal extracts and rosewater for a pleasant pick-me-up for dehydrated, tight and uncomfortable skin. Gentle, non-irritating.

Pop-up Glow by Pop Beauty

What it is:A sparkly, lustrous, cream-to-powder allover glow.

What it is formulated to do:Imparts a luminous glow to eyes, cheeks, lips, and body. Scented with watermelon extract.

To create that perfect fresh face rub directly onto the apples of the cheeks then use your finger to blend the cream towards your temple. It will give you a flushed glow as if you've been lounging on the beach all day. Great for day or night with staying power way beyond a traditional powder formula. It has a sweet scent and is less likely to cause breakouts due to the lighter oil free base.

Sugar Lip Balm SPF 15 by Fresh

Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15 blends reparative oils and waxes together with real sugar for delectable and dependable moisture with maximum sun protection. Sweet and tart blackcurrant oil cushions the lips with essential plumping fatty acids, while antioxidant grapeseed polyphenols and vitamins A, C, and E provide extra protection.