Archive: March, 2009

NEW CONTEST!!! Do we have the best contests, or what?!

This is just so much fun! Who doesn’t like to receive nail polish! I have some very cool prizes for you guys this time!

Just in time for Spring and Summer! I have great new products for you! EACH WINNER WILL RECEIVE ONE OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING!

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Product Details

  • Salon Strength Formula
  • Long lasting finish
  • Protective Barrier
  • High Shine
  • Size: .5 fl. oz. / 14.8 ml.

$8.00 each or Buy 2 get 1 free! HERE!

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Acetone-Free Nail Polish Remover Towelettes

Love Your Nails nail polish remover towelettes are acetone free and will not dry out nails. These convenient travel easy towelettes condition your cuticles as they clean and prime your nails. Each individual towelette is super efficient and able to remove the polish from all 10 nails, in addition to having a mild and pleasant fragrance, unlike most nail polish remover products. One compact sized container holds 40 citrus scented towelettes.

Use: Gently press towelettes on nails for 5 seconds, then wipe. Repeat until clean.
Size: 40 Towelettes

Key Ingredients: Alcohol and Acetone Free
Dibutyl-Phthalate, Toluene and Formaldehyde Free

$10.00 – BUY IT HERE!

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Nail Strengthener Cream

For Healthier, Stronger Nails – Travel Size

Originally created to condition the hooves of million dollar thoroughbred racehorses, this trusted and legendary formula helps nails grow healthier and stronger while resisting splits, peels and breaks. May be used over nail enamel.Size: .50 oz / 14 g

Use: Massage over nails and cuticles daily. For nails especially damaged by wraps or acrylics, use at least 2-4 times daily. Allow four-six weeks for noticeable improvement. Then use at least twice daily to maintain beautiful, healthy nails.

For Best Results: Allow cream to penetrate the nails and cuticles overnight.

Key Ingredients: Glycerin, Vitamin E, Vegetable Protein.

EACH WINNER WILL WIN:

  • 1 Lemon Drop Nail Polish
  • 1 Cotton Candy Nail Polish
  • 1 Sweet Addiction Nail Polish
  • 1 Grape Escape Nail Polish
  • 1 Decadence Nail Polish
  • Nail Strengthener Cream
  • 1 Acetone-Free Nail Polish Remover Towelettes

CONTEST RULES:

  • There will be 5 winners!
  • Enter by leaving your name and email address in the comments!
  • Contest runs Friday, 3/20/09 to  Friday, 3/27/09
  • US Residents only
  • Please only enter once
  • After the winners have been announced, you will have 48 hours to respond.

Popularity: 11% [?]

Contest Winners!

We should start keeping track of the contest winners, so we don’t pick the same person twice…to give everyone a chance to win. Put the email address for each contest winner, in alphabetical order.

  • ashley@lipstickncandy.com (Shades, 3/27/09)
  • beri.davidson@co.hood-river.or.us (Max Factor 3/18/09)
  • cindykhope@email.com (Max Factor 3/18/09)
  • cnunez@elginisd.net (Max Factor 3/19/09)
  • ginaa@anconmarine.com (Max Factor 3/18/09)
  • hollysmolesky@hotmail.com (Shades, 3/27/09)
  • katmontg@ius.edu (Shades, 3/27/09)
  • kfran227@aol.com (Shades, 3/27/09)
  • littojessica@yahoo.com (Shades, 3/27/09)
  • rlk524@yahoo.com (Max Factor 3/18/09)

Popularity: 1% [?]

I have a product you need to try!

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Do your hands and cuticles get dry this time of year?  Mine are so bad. I go through lotion after lotion, and my cuticles are so sensitive.  While I was at Sephora this week (spending money I didn’t have) I found a new product that is absolutely amazing. Okay maybe I say amazing a lot in my posts, but this product takes the cake. It’s awesome!

I have only used this twice, and my cuticles are so much better. The hangnails have healed, and the skin is soft and healthy again!  You MUST go get this, you’ll thank me later – I promise!

Brush-On Cuticle Oil
What it is:
A hydrating cuticle oil pen.

What it does:
Sephora by OPI Brush-On Cuticle Oil is a luxurious blend of five moisturizing oils and antioxidant vitamin E that nourishes dry cuticles. Use it several times a week for healthy-looking nails.

What else you need to know:
The leak-proof tube is perfect for on-the-go use.

Only $9 for healthy, soft cuticles! BUY IT HERE!

Popularity: 8% [?]



#1 Hair straightener in the hair industry used by celebrity Jennifer Aniston

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I used this flat iron, and it is AMAZING.  I’ve tried a lot of hair straighteners in my 31 years, and this is by far the best. My hair is thick, and naturally on the frizzy side.  When I used this product, my hair doesn’t even look the same!  The frizziness disappeared, and it looked beautiful and shiny! I will take this flat iron with me everywhere!  It’s a bit on the spendy side, but to be honest, I think it’s totally worth it!

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The Ionic Ceramic Professional Sedu Flat Iron smooths and tames frizzy or unmanageable hair for long-lasting results.

Featuring patented ultra smooth ceramic plates or tourmaline plates, the very popular number one Sedu hair straightener guarantees smooth hair without hair pulling, snagging or breaking!

Rated the “Best Hair Straightener on the market” thanks to its innovative ionic function, the Sedu Flat Iron cuts your hair straightening time in half, plus it is also preferred by most of the top Professional hair stylists around the world!

Using patented ultra smooth ceramic / tourmaline plates (1 inch & 1.5 inch plate width) to straighten, smooth and tame frizzy or rebellious hair for very long lasting results.

Flat irons are fast becoming the hot tool of choice for sedu short hairstyles, proms, weddings or for that person looking for the Jennifer Aniston or Jennifer Lopez look.

Whether you have medium length, shoulder length or short hair, any one of the Sedu models should work well for you. Finding quality websites isn’t as easy as it sounds.

Product features:

  • Exclusive patented heating plates ensure that your hair will stay silky smooth for days, even in humid weather!
  • Patented ultra-smooth plates guarantee smooth straightening motion without pulling or breakage of hair.
  • Hair becomes up to 3 times smoother and silkier than when using ordinary ceramic straighteners.
  • True ceramic/Tourmaline plates generate 6 times more negative ion than regular ceramic straighteners.
  • Cut your hair straightening time in half thanks to higher concentration of negative ions.
  • Negative ions renew hair with softness and shine. Eliminate frizz.
  • Infra-Red Heat technology seals the hair’s moisture and luster
  • Ultra-light weight: the body is made of light-weight, high-strength composite materials that are commonly used in aerospace industry.
  • Faster heat-up time than conventional coil flat irons. The Sedu will rise to the desired temperature in less than 25 seconds from being turned on.
  • Adjustable temperature: 240 oF~410oF (120oC – 200oC) for all hair types. For normal hair, temperature setting at 370-390oF is recommended; for bleached, fragile, damaged and fine hair, the lower setting is advised; for coarse, thick, ethnic and resistant hair in healthy condition, maximum heat on high setting is used to save time and effort.
  • Ergonomic design gives greater control and is easier to handle.
  • 1.5 inch plate width for faster results.
  • Safety IDCI plug to prevent electrical shocks.
  • 9 feet strengthened professional cord.
  • Voltage: 110-120V 50/60Hz, plug type: A

MSRP $209.00 – But buy it now for $119!  More info here!

Popularity: 8% [?]

Max Factor Winners!!

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Hey everyone, thanks for entering the Max Factor Contest!  Here are the winners!

  1. Rachie
  2. Beri (Queenie)
  3. Gina
  4. Lita Luviano
  5. Cindy Short

Watch your inbox, because you only have 48 hours to respond to me!

We’ll have more contests soon!

Jocelyn

Popularity: 4% [?]

Laura Mercier ‘Pure Peony” Collection

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I want need this new Laura Mercier Pure Peony collection! I am in love with all the light spring colors I wonder if this falls into the grcoery budget under toiletries?

Laura Mercier ‘Pure Peony’ Collection (Nordstrom Exclusive)

Exclusive to Nordstrom, the ‘Pure Peony’ Collection by Laura Mercier includes all your must-have essentials for looking gorgeous and glowing as you welcome spring. A beautiful bouquet of pink and violet accents provides just the right amount of color and gleam. In a classic lavender bag, the collection is the perfect complement to your fresh and feminine spring look.

The ‘Pure Peony’ Collection includes a Cheek Color Pot (exclusive) with Creme Cheek Color and Mineral Cheek Powder, Gilded Peony Sateen Eye Color (exclusive), mini Bare Radiance Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20, Peony Lip Color – Stick Gloss, mini Black Thickening and Building Mascara, and a double-ended mini Cheek Color and Creme Cheek Color Brush (exclusive).

$65.00 Laura Mercier Pure Peony

Popularity: 6% [?]



Get the look! Julia Roberts

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Julia Roberts looked fresh faced and beautiful on Allure’s March cover.  Her look is  perfect for spring and lucky for us Allure has laid out what you need to recreate this look for yourself.

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Shopping List:

Almay Intense i-Color Powder Shadow in Trio for Browns

Almay Intense i-Color Eyeliner in Purple Amethyst

Almay Smart Shade Blush in Pink/Rose

Almay Hydracolor Lipstick in Flushed

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Popularity: 4% [?]