Such a cool idea

I read in an article lately that a lot of actresses use this trick when wearing a short dress on the red carpet. They will buy a bottle of inexpensive liquid foundation (i.e. drugstore brand) and will mix it with the lotion that they are putting on their legs. It gives a nice, even color and helps disguise any unsightly veins, bruises, scars, etc. Something to try in these summer days when you're still wearing short dresses and skirts!

Run, don't walk

Philosophy is having their bi-annual special of 3 of their shampoo/conditioner/body washes for $33. Seeing as they are usually $16 a piece, this is a great price. So, get one for yourself and 2 for gifts. Or, just get them all for you. When is the last time you treated yourself??

Post #200!!!

Holy cow! I just looked at my post count and this is blog #200!! WHAT? That's crazy! I guess I'd better make it memorable, then!

Do you see that up there? Take just a minute to admire. And then sit down. This is mind blowing! That is Sephora Collection's new "Color Play- 5-in-1." You get 5 different palettes that snap together and can be put into a convenient compact. Each palette contains 10 eyeshadows, 2 lip colors, and a blush. Um, are you kidding me? So, that's 50 eyeshadows, 10 lip colors, and 5 blushes total? And it costs $29.50. Yes, you read that right. Not $295. Twenty nine dollars and 50 cents. Let's just say that you're done buying makeup for a LONG time with this. Jump on this. It's going to sell out.

I have finally found it!!

If you've been reading this blog for any length of time, you know I am a big proponent for exfoliation all over. Nothing feels better than soft, smooth skin; wouldn't you agree?

Now, I will say that I am pretty picky about my exfoliants for my body. I don't like them to be too goopy or oily. I do not want any residue left behind. Ick. However, I also don't want to feel like someone has taken a sandblaster to my elbows and knees. There is a very fine line. Enter St. Ives In-Shower Body Polish in Collagen Elastin. This stuff has no cloying smell. No drippy residue. No awful texture. It's paste like and smells clean. The polishing grains are small, but effective. In short, if St. Ives ever stops making this stuff, I'm in big trouble.

I picked my ginormous tub up at Kroger for all of $7.00. So, this stuff is easily found and I think the price absolutely cannot be beat! Bonus! If you are a self tanner, this scrub would be perfect to use before you apply your tanner. There's no greasiness left over that can mess up your application.

A little nostalgia

When I was a kid, I would go over to my grandparents' house during the summer when my parents were at work. Of course, there were all sorts of treats there that I wasn't allowed to have at the house. One of my absolute favorites was when my grandmother would buy Hawaiian Punch or Hi-C. Ohhhhh, you bright red sources of juicy, artificially flavored deliciousness! I would only have these to drink in the summer, so they will forever represent summertime as a kid to me.

I'm a grownup now and I know better. But, I have found at least a substitute that does not include high fructose corn syrup. :) Skintimate Shave Gel in Strawberry Tangerine Twist. The smell is SPOT ON with the delectable beverages of my childhood. Oh, and I get a great, close shave with this stuff. So yes, my recommendation today is strictly based on how yummy something smells. But hey- at least I shared my find, right?

Something to drool over

Fall/Winter 2010 is bringing in a wave of lady-like loveliness. Gone are the slouchy t-shirts and torn leggings and slapped together looks. The look is definitely more "done" than it has been in some time. (And I, for one, could not be happier!)

Anywho, I don't think it's a coincidence that during this emergence of elegance that Burberry is releasing its first beauty line. They are starting small with a few keys pieces. The idea behind it was to look classically cool. Just like their iconic trench coat. What do I love the most? They put their trademarked plaid design on all the cosmetics!! (See the lipstick above- how gorgeous is that?)

Keep in mind that this is Burberry which of course means not cheap. But, it sure is pretty and if nothing else, it's something amazing to admire. Of course, if you are flush with cash, you can run to your nearest Nordstrom, or Burberry if you're across the pond, and purchase a beautifully crafted tube of lipstick for only $30.

Discounts-a-go-go!!

Got some great coupon codes and sales for you for the holiday weekend!

First, use the code "FIREWORKS" on http://www.tartecosmetics.com/ for 30% off your entire order until July 5! I would recommend one of their cheek stains (lovely push pop shaped gel colors that won't run off your face in the heat) or their EyeQuatic Waterproof Essentials Set (shown above) for eye makeup that is truly going to go the distance!!

Benefit Cosmetics is having their "Sale-A-Bration" going on over the holiday weekend as well. Go to http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/ and check out their options. I like the "Bright Lights, Big City" kit. So fun!

I know I tend to harp on this a lot; but please, please, PLEASE remember your sunscreen this weekend while you're out playing in the sun. The Neutrogena ones are the absolute best. I am walking proof that they do!!