For those of you who prefer an all-in-one

This handy keychain from Clinique includes 2 lipglosses and a lipstick in perfectly neutral pinks suitable for any skin type. (The Superbalm is Too's personal favorite!) Now, when you grab your keys in the morning, you'll have 3 lip color options at your fingertips. Voila! No leaving the house and going "Crap! I left my lip stuff at home!"

You can get this key chain at Macy's during the month of October. And how handy- proceeds benefit breast cancer awareness.

Kind of a cool thing

So, I've been doing my own manicures for a while now. You know, bad economy and all. You can always save a little cash somewhere. Well, as I am sure you all have picked up on by now, I do like dark nail polish. Well, maybe not always dark. Vivid. Let's use that word. :)

Anywho, since I am regularly removing polish, I like to think I have become an expert on taking the stuff off. And one thing that was kind of a pain was that when I would take off the polish with my cotton rounds, they would leave behind lots of threads and fibers and, inevitably, I'd just end up painting those dang things into the new nail polish on my nails. Grrrr... What could I do?? Enter these lovely new things: http://www.aveyou.com/opinailwipes150lint-freewipes.aspx

OPI lint free nail polish remover wipes. You can soak these things in polish remover which is a super plus, lay them on your nail for a few seconds, and wipe the polish right off. Best of all- no little fibers to ruin your next manicure. Ta da!!

Breast cancer item of the day: I'm sorry, but I am a sucker for nail art and/or decals. That's why I love these: http://www.enailsupply.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=11301

What's the worst they can say?

I truly hope that EVERY time you are going to any major makeup counter or Sephora that you are asking what free samples they have lurking behind the counter. They ALWAYS have samples of SOMETHING. If nothing else and it's something that you already use, then ta-da! You now have a convenient travel size to hang onto for your next trip. I'm not kidding. Even if you are going and buying the cheapest thing they've got, always say with a big, nice, polite smile "You don't happen to have any fun samples back there I could try, do you?" What's the worst they could say? "Nope. No samples today." So, no loss. But, it never hurts to ask!

Breast Cancer Awareness Product of the day: E.L.F. has 2 options. The $1.00 one and the $15.00 one: http://www.eyeslipsface.com/kits/think_pink Great choices for a great cause!

TGIF!

Whew. I don't know about y'all, but I sure am glad it's the end of the week. So, some fun tips for today!

The new trend in nail polish right now is matte. It is a very cool, mod look. I think the ones I like the most are in the new OPI Suede line: http://www.enailsupply.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=1535

These are super cool and edgy! Basically, they took some of their most popular colors and made them a flat metallic shade rather than a glossy one. I am currently wearing "Suzi Skis in the Pyrenees Suede." It is this awesome metallic grey that would look unreal on just about any skin tone. Because of the nature of the polish, it dries VERY quickly which is a bonus for those of you with little time. The only thing is that you have to use a matte top coat on it. If you use a regular one, it'll be shiny. Fortunately, both OPI and Essie make great matte top coats. You can also use them on top of any of your old nail colors for the same matte effect! Hello double duty!

If you have a Macy's in your general vicinity, it's bonus time at Clinique right now. I have personally tried all the products in the current bonus and let me tell you- they are PERFECT for the fall. Absolutely GORGEOUS. Get thee to your local Clinique counter and get your free schwag!

Today's Breast Cancer Awareness product: Since you're going to Clinique anyway, grab one of these- http://www.clinique.com/product/CATEGORY4901/PROD15512/Makeup/Lip_Glosses/index.tmpl

Fantastically easy to carry around in universally flattering colors? Yes please!!

It's ok. More people do it than you know...

I'm talking about waxing. Pretty much everyone has some fuzz, somewhere that needs to be...addressed. And in this day and age of trying to save a little cash, you know you can take care of your facial issues yourself, right? (Too Beautylicious ALWAYS recommends seeing a pro for bikini waxing and pretty much leg waxing, too). Anywho, here is the wax I recommend Gigi Honee Wax: http://www.beautydeals.net/shop/details.html?id=9

This all-in-one kit is great because it includes wax, linen strips, spatulas, and plenty of pre and post skin care lotions and potions! And the price cannot be beat! It leaves skin super smooth and couldn't be easier to use.

Your Breast Cancer Awareness product of the day is Borba Lip Tint: http://www.borba.com/lip_tint_lovely/product/803

Borba's products are fantastic, loaded with good for you stuff, and this color is universally flattering. Definitely a good thing all the way around!

Now THIS is a hybrid!

After losing 2 (yes, 2) of my favorite lip balms, I was in bad shape the other day. What was I going to do??? I ran into a grocery store to grab my usual Burt's Bees Pomegranate lip balm and THEY WERE OUT!!! AAAAHHHH! Attempting to avoid a meltdown in the aisle, I decided to take a chance and grabbed one of these: http://www.burtsbees.com/natural-products/lips-lip-shimmer-gloss/super-shiny-lip-gloss.html

I bought it in Zesty Red like in the picture. I must say I was pleasantly surprised. First off, the smell is outstanding. It smells exactly like an orange right when you cut into it. None of that fake smelling stuff. Nope- this is the real deal. It goes on perfectly sheer and glossy. The color isn't too scary but shows up nicely. Oh, and this stuff hydrates as well as a balm. My lips felt fantastic after wearing it all day. It's a great purchase for an all-in-one product!

Breast Cancer Research product for today: http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod1610167

A great little train case to throw your essentials into for a weekend trip. And you can't beat the price.

Mae West was right

"I can resist anything except temptation." I know exactly what she means. I was innocently walking past the M.A.C. counter the other day when I saw THEM. These: http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/spp.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT154&PRODUCT_ID=781

It was like this beam of light hit them and the angels sang. They are the COOLEST eyeshadows. The pictures online just don't even do them justice. I'm not kidding. I left with "Gilt by Association" and almost skipped out of the store. These eyeshadows are perfect for fall. Dramatic colors and a fantastic texture. If you use a tiny makeup brush, you can actually pick out the individual colors for application. Or, you can use a synthetic bristle brush, dampen it, and apply it that way for a dramatic look. GOR-JUSS!!!!

Since October is breast cancer awareness month, I'll be posting a beauty product that benefits breast cancer research on each new blog entry. Today's product is a lovely, flattering Essie polish: http://www.essieshop.com/yeswecanpink.php
Perfect on fingernails for an elegant, ladylike daytime manicure.