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Steal This: Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale Beauty Exclusives...

It's that time of year ladies....Nordstrom's Anniversary sale is upon us and what better way to spend that birthday money (or any money quite frankly...LOL) than on some lovely treats for yourself in the cosmetic department.  The Beauty Exclusives do not disappoint this year with more kits and exclusives than ever before!  In addition to great goodies, you also get gifts with purchase from some of the top brands.  My personal favorites include:

Bobbi Brown Cocoa Mauve A slight variation of the Mauve palette, all of the most wanted shades tucked in a sleek black bag.

MAC Colourforms I know MAC has had a bajillion collctions so far this summer but if you haven't liked any of the others then this is the one for you.  Warm, Cool or Neutral shades in bright packaging and some super cute brush sets.

Philosophy's Purity Made Simple Face Wash 32oz Deluxe Size if you love this like I do, pick it up now in this deluxe size with the pump,  I t will last you all year long and then some.

SmashBox Socialite A GAWGUS kit with everything you need to get beautiful in one SUPERBLY cute woven black bag.

Juicy Tubes Warm Set Still one of the best glosses on the planet and they ALWAYS come out with new and exciting shades but keep that formula that gives you all the moisture and glassy shine you want.  It also comes in a cool set as well which is equally pretty.

Check out all of the Nordstrom Anniversary sale exclusives here. 

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Steal This: MAC Friends & Family Discount...

Discount alert!!  MAC is having a Friends and Family discount of 15% from June 11 to June 16 on anything in the store...

Just print out this post and take it with you to any MAC store (search for one here).  The discount is not valid at department store counters.  UPDATE:  This can also be used online!!  use code MACFF8.

Get your shop on!!!

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Steal This: Madonna's Hard Candy Cover Look...

Love her or hate her...Madonna certainly is a trendsetter.  Even at her age (she will turn 50 this August), she looks stunning.  Even more incredibly, she has always had the ability to take a current trend and run with it or resuurect one from the past and have women everywhere running out to duplicate the look (Hello...the Bad Girl video in 1993 had everyone running out to buy Spice lip pencil and Lucid lipstick from MAC and tweezing off all their eyebrows - me included!)

So it comes as no surprise that she would have a memorable cover this time around.  For the newest trend setting album cover for her latest release Hard Candy, she called on called on Gina Brooke, the Artistic Director of Shu Uemura, to create her eye-catching sexy look.  Brooke says, “It’s all about the eyes and we were both inspired by images taken in the sixties by photographer Sam Haskins (Cowboy Kate, Five Girls, and November Girls). I wanted to put a modern-day twist on these beautiful photographs of beautiful women from the sixties”

Here’s how Gina designed the look using Shu Uemura products:

STEP 1: Prepare the face
Begin with prepping the eyes with the Moisture Eye Zone Mask ($43). This will calm puffiness and prep the eye area.  Then apply Phyto Black Lift Firming Anti-Wrinkle Cream ($125) on the whole face – it’s an super rich moisturizer that also reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Lastly, apply Face Architect Smoothing Fluid Foundation ($42) Formulated with almost 40% Depsea Water, creating a refreshing watery sensation. Available in 17 shades to compliment individual skin tones.

STEP 2: Prime the eyelids
Using a Kolinsky Brush 11, apply Pressed Eye Shadow in M Beige 800 ($20) above the eyelids.  Then, use Cover Crayon in 9YR Light ($24) in the inner corner and water line of the eyes to make them appear larger.  Using the Drawing Pencil in Black ($19), begin at the inner corners extending the line out all the way to the end of the eyebrow.

STEP 3: Prep the lashes
Use the Eyelash Curler ($19) before applying Basic Black Mascara ($27.50) beginning at the base and rolling the brush through the tips of lashes.  Apply Soft Cross Lashes ($20) to draw attention and enhance the shape of the eye.

STEP 4: Finish off with the lips
Since the focus is on the eyes, use Rouge Unlimited Crystal Shines in PK 301S ($23) layered with Gloss Unlimited in BG 930N ($22) for a soft, natural look.

For more info and a detailed how-to visit this link.

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Steal This: C.O. Bigelow Freebies...

Okay this is the day of the freebies - huh!!  Do you live in the Dallas area??  If so, check this out...I just got word that C.O. Bigelow is going to be in Dallas THIS SATURDAY (May 3rd) from 11-5 in a big Airstream Trailer at the Dallas Galleria!  I am totally and completely addicted to the Mentha Lip Tint in #1139 (if you haven't tried it yet - YOU NEED TO).  Bigelow has been around for YEARS, when I first moved to NYC I used to frequent the original apothecary in the west village.  So being able to visit a mobile version will be a real treat for those of you that have never had that experience.  Inside the trailer you can bask in the C.O. Bigelow experience, the trailer is stocked with activities and treats!! The day will be packed with fun, free apothecary-themed events.

Whether you’re taking a break from studying or looking for a beauty boost, C.O. Bigelow is the place to go to:

• Design your own C.O. Bigelow “Honest. Genuine. Trustworthy.” t-shirt
• Vote for the presidential candidate whom you believe is the most honest, genuine and trustworthy
• Sample C.O. Bigelow’s penny candy, just like the original apothecary used to carry
• Receive a problem/solution skincare consultation from a C.O. Bigelow expert to create a personalized Bigelow skincare regimen
• See how Lemon Body Cream is created and walk away with a free sample from a fresh-blended batch

WHO:  C.O. Bigelow
WHAT:  Experience C.O. Bigelow
WHERE:  Dallas Galleria Mall                                                                       
WHEN:  May 3rd, 2008, 11am-5pm

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Steal This: Origins Friends & Family Discount...

Just in time for Mother's Day!  Origins has a friends and family discount of 25% off all online purchases.  My mom LOVES this line so I will DEFINITELY be logging on.

Just shop as usual and at checkout - enter code 0508FF to get your discount and get free shipping as well!!  They also sweetened the deal as you can also print out this page and take it into any free standing Origins store (not the counters in the department stores) if you need instant gratification.

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Steal This: Gwyneth Paltrow's Look in Iron Man...

The Classic Look is timeless, sophisticated and polished, playing on Pepper’s daytime fashion and on-the-go lifestyle as Tony’s trusty assistant. For makeup that lasts no matter what kind of drama may unfold during the day, begin by applying the long-wearing Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup for face and top with Tender Blush in Fresh Plum for softly glowing cheeks. Eyes are beautifully defined with Estée Lauder’s Artist’s Eye Pencil in Soft Smudge Black, Signature Eyeshadow Duo in Pink Dusk, and Double Wear Mascara in Black. Complete the impression with equally emphasized lips in rich shades with Estēe Lauder’s Automatic Lip Pencil Duo in Fig and Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick in Plum Frost. For high shine and a lustrous finish top with High Gloss in Rose.

The Romantic Look is soft, feminine and luminous and the perfect complement to Pepper’s evening style of a striking jewel-toned cocktail dress and long, flowing hair. Whether headed to a gala event or a soiree that calls for a softer focus, the look begins with Estée Lauder’s Individualist Natural Finish Makeup for face and Tender Blush in Peach Nuance for cheeks. To add a touch of soft sheen, apply Spotlight under foundation on cheek bones, at the center of face and just above the upper lip. For luminous eyes, apply Pure Color Eye Shadows in Honey Drop and Ivory Box and top with Artist’s Eye Pencil in Soft Smudge Brown and Projectionist Mascara in Black. For lips that shimmer all night long, finish with long-wearing Double Wear Stay-in-Place Lip Duo in Constant Coral.

For the Classic Look:

• Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup $32.50
• Tender Blush in Fresh Plum $25.00
• Artist’s Eye Pencil in Soft Smudge Black $18.50
• Signature Eyeshadow Duo in Pink Dusk $25.00
• Double Wear Mascara in Black $19.50
• Automatic Lip Pencil Duo in Fig $23.50
• Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick in Plum Frost $19.50
• High Gloss in Rose $ 16.00

For the Romantic Look:

• Individualist Natural Finish Makeup $32.50
• Tender Blush in Peach Nuance $25.00
• Pure Color Eye Shadow in Honey Drop and Ivory Box $17.50
• Artist’s Eye Pencil in Soft Smudge Brown $18.50
• Projectionist Mascara in Black $19.50
• Double Wear Stay-in-Place Lip Duo in Constant Coral $20.00

Visit the Estee Lauder site for a detailed product breakdown used to get these looks.

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Steal This: Beauty Night Out Returns To DC...

SWAG ALERT LADIES!  Do you live in the DC area??  If so, then have I got a cool event for you! For the third year in a row, Beauty Night Out returns to DC.  For $25 you get a sneak peek at what the beauty industry has to offer and a SWAG BAG valued at $2,000!

Beauty Night Out (BNO) event on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 (TOMORROW!) in the Carnegie Library Building, 801 K Street NW from 5PM to 10PM.  Guests will enjoy this season's must have beauty items, and be treated to on-location spa treatments from The Spa at Mandarin Oriental and indulge in yummy cocktails and delicious treats from Cafe' Bonaparte.

What's in your bag?

• Boscia- beat the heat with Peppermint Blothing Linens, www.boscia.net

• The Remix- Gift Certificate, www.remixvintage.com

• Urban Chic- exclusive 15% off coupons, www.urbanchiconline.com

• Hawaiian Tropic- get glowing in no time with this tanning lotion, www.hawaiiantropic.com   

• Benefit Cosmetics- signature "Bad Gal" eye pencil, www.benefitcosmetics.com

• Clinique- treat skin with "even better" skin tone corrector, www.clinique.com

• Fiji Water- fresh Fiji water for all BNO attendees, www.fijiwater.com

• New Beauty Magazine- track the trends with New Beauty Magazine, www.newbeauty.com

• Trim Water- delicious flavored water to keep you fit www.trimwater.com

• Baby Phat- exclusive nail file, only available to Beauty Night Out guests, www.babyphat.com

• June Lab- skin saving cream, www.junelab.com

• Garment Guard- defend tees with disposable underarm shields, www.garmentguard.com

• Wet N Wild- nail polish, www.wetnwild.com Bo Studio- Gift Card $5, www.bostudios.com

• Aqua Life- crocheted items

• Eboost, www.eboost.com

• Ceci Cela Essentials- scrub up with these luxury soaps, www.cecicelaessentials.com

• New Day Mobile Spa- www.newdaymobilespa.com

• The Spa at Mandarin Oriental- www.mandarinoriental.com   

• Dr. Michelle Copeland- "The Beautiful Skin Workout" book, www.drmichellecopelandskincare.com 

• Beauty in DC- www.beautyindc.com   

Tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door (only advance purchase tickets are GURANTEED the SWAG BAG so make sure you  register!)  Click Here to get your advance ticket.

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Steal This: Enter To Win SIX must-have beauty Products Featured in the May Issue of W Magazine!

Check it out girls, I found something you might be interested in to snap you out of winter!  W Magazine is having an awesome contest where you can enter to win SIX must-have beauty products featured in the May issue of W magazine!

Prize package with a retail value worth over $450!

Prizes include:

• Korner's Sublime Body Lotion - a light, silky formula containing oyster shell proteins.
• Yves Saint Laurent's Soleil d'Afrique Bronzer - a chic necklace and glow-giving powder in one.
• RéVive’s Filtre de Soliel SPF 45 - a super high-tech sunscreen that doesn’t feel cakey.
• MAC’s Skinsheek Leg Spray - a long-lasting silicone-based bronzer for gorgeous gams.

 

Plus more!! Click Here to enter...

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Steal This: Last Chance To Enter Heatherette Contest!!!

Just in case you missed it...I am giving away a gift bag with some goodies from the limited edition and wildly popular Heatherette Collection from MAC.

Click here for details on how to enter.  The contest ends on Monday March 31st at 5pm EST.

Good luck!!

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Steal This: Free Gift and Free Shipping at Origins!!

Get your freebie on!!  Have you ever wanted to try some products from Origins Dr. Weil line??  Well here is your chance!  When you visit the Origins website from now until March 30th and make a $25 purchase, they will GIVE YOU a one week supply of the latest from the line, Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Plantidote Mega Mushroom Treatment Lotion.  This new lotion is This extremely light, hydrating lotion with Hypsizygus ulmarius, Cordyceps and Reishi mushrooms along with Ginger, Holy Basil and Turmeric quickly yet gently soothes and penetrates skin for hydration and a calmer complexion.  Perfect if your skin is sensitive and slightly on the dry side.

In addition....you get free shipping!!  SCORE!!  So pick up some Once Upon a Shine glosses and some Sunshine State self tanner (one of the best...) and take advantage of the free gift while you can!

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Steal This: Prescriptives Friends & Family Discount!!

For the first time ever, Prescriptives is saying thanks to friends and  family – and as a friend of mine, I wanted to pass it on to you too!!

Enjoy 25% off, free shipping AND a free sample with any purchase!!!  Get yourself a few new shades of lipgloss or stock up on your essentials.  Offer ends Friday, March 21, 2008 at 11:59pm EST. 

Enter FFSP8 at checkout.

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Steal This: Original CHI Flat Iron...

I love being able to pass savings along when I can and this one is a total STEAL.  StyleBell has the original 1" flat iron by CHI for $89.95 PLUS free shipping!  This is a great flat iron that will give you professional results in minutes.

The Rundown:

• 1” ceramic plates
• Curved edge plate design to curl, straighten and flip
• Ceramic ionic technology eliminates frizz, creates silky shiny hair instantly
• Far infrared flash heating in only 6-10 seconds
• Fixed temperature settings from 302-356 degrees F
• 10’ power cord with 360 degree swivel cord

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