I’ve tried a few Kings & Queens products in the past, and I was really impressed with each one! Recently I was sent 2 of their new Showergel’s – and I’m in love! They come in these big 10 oz. bottles, and each have a great design on the label.  What I love most about these showergels is the scent. It stays with you long after you get out of the shower.  I tried Chinese Princess Jasmine  – and Sultan of Granada Lemon Flower, and they are amazing! I couldn’t tell you which one I like more.  They are awesome!

Get ready like a royal, start the day like a sovereign, make like a monarch. Kings & Queens is a royal new body care range developed around the herbs and spices favored by the aristocracy of a bygone age.

Kings & Queens introduces Body Milks, Showergels, Body Butters, and Shimmering Body Milks, each with a story to tell. From Nefertiti Honey, inspired by the Egyptian Queen who used the Nectar as an indulgent beauty treatment, to Cinnamon, the spice beloved by Queen Isabella of Spain that prompted Columbus’s trip to discover the new world, the creators of Kings & Queens took inspiration from the beloved ingredients of yesteryear.

The line reflects the true decadence of royals past with an imaginative, modern twist. This fun, irreverent range of beauty products is for fashion, style and design conscious urbanites who are always on the lookout for an affordable statement choice.

All Kings & Queens products are mineral oil-and paraben-free and enriched with “The Royal Mix,” a blend of Pomegranate, Blue Egyptian Lotus and Malachite extracts containing Hazelnut, Grape, Sunflower and Avocado Oils. The purple fruit of Pomegranate, with benefits of Polyphenolic compounds and Vitamin C, has a crown-like top, which is why it is displayed on the coat of arms of many Royal Houses. The flower of the Blue Lotus was the most popular ancient Egyptian symbol of glory and eternal life for gods and mortals alike containing bioflavonoids, such as quercetin and rutin and antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Malachite was used by Russian Tsars to decorate their palaces to lend extra energy and bring harmony by detoxification the body and healing skin tissue.

The Line for the throne: Debuting for Kings & Queens are eighteen royals, originating from four royal families:

The Royal Family of Showergels is an aristocratic way to get clean. Introducing Caspar Myrrh, George III Lime, Nefertiti Honey, Chinese Princess Jasmine, King Solomon Cedar, Queen Isabella Cinnamon Orange, Sultan of Granada Lemon Flower, Aztec King Vanilla Pear, and King of Sumatra Pepper & Bergamot. Retail Price: $9.00

The Royal Family of Body Milks conquers dry skin with Hazel Seed, Grape Seed, Sunflower Seed and Avocado Oils. Introducing George III Lime, Aztec King Vanilla Pear, and King of Sumatra Pepper & Bergamot. Retail Price: $11.00

The Royal Family of Body Butters regally moisturizes and smoothes skin with Shea Butter, Beeswax, and Coconut Oil. Introducing Nefertiti Honey, Sultan of Granada Lemon Flower, and Caspar Myrrh. Retail Price: $15.00

The Royal Family of Shimmering Body Milks gives you a noble glow with Hazel Seed, Grape Seed, Sunflower Seed and Avocado Oils. Introducing Queen Isabella Cinnamon Orange, Caspar Myrrh, and Chinese Princess Jasmine.

Retail Price: $11.00

WHERE TO FIND IT: Select Nordstrom locations

Popularity: 5% [?]

This time of year my skin gets very sad and dry.  The weather sucks all the moisture out of my skin, and it’s left thirsty and needing lotion every day.  When I was recently sent Lavanila’s new Body Butter to try for the site, I was absolutely thrilled. I’ve always been a fan of Lavanila’s scents, and to have it in a Body Butter is a major bonus!

I tried the Vanilla Lavender, and it’s such a wonderful body butter (and I’ve tried a lot). It goes on smooth, and dries completely – not leaving your skin greasy.  It softens my skin – and makes it feel healthy and nourished all day.  The scent is strong, but not overpowering in the least. It’s a beautiful, soft smell – that works all day long!

THINK: The healthiest butters on earth.

WHAT THEY ARE: Skin food. They’ve already made your fragrance ritual a healthy one. Now Lavanila is turning its attention to your moisturizing routine by introducing a new line of 100% natural Body Butters, deeply nourishing, non-greasy formulas packed with some of the most skin beneficial, anti-oxidant rich vitamins and minerals on earth and lightly scented with the natural Lavanila fragrances you can’t get enough of.

Unlike traditional fragranced body butters and lotions, The Healthy Body Butter uses an advanced, restorative formula made with 100% natural ingredients and survival molecules to lock in a healthy dose of 30 essential vitamins and minerals. Blending skin-soothing botanicals and powerful anti-oxidants with the purity of Lavanila’s signature fragrances, this non-greasy, instantly absorbed formula melts into skin for luxurious hydration and softly scented nourishment.

The Body Butters are available in each of the five Lavanila scents, all of which are formulated with 100% natural ingredients such as skin-soothing pure essential oils, fresh fruit extracts and botanicals. The scents include:

Pure Vanilla – The perfect vanilla. More vanilla bean than vanilla cookie, this superbly clean scent is a must have for any vanilla addict. Contains notes of: Madagascar vanilla, freesia, heliotrope and vanilla orchid.
Vanilla Grapefruit – An uplifting citrus. Sweetly seductive and kissed by sunshine, this unusually crisp fragrance is destined to become a cult classic. Contains notes of: grapefruit, lime, bergamot, orange, cedarwood, heliotrope and Madagascar vanilla.
Vanilla Blossom – A wild floral bouquet. Dangerously seductive, this flirtatious floral is unexpectedly clean and sophisticated. Contains notes of: crushed orange blossom, rose, jasmine, karo karounde petals, nutmeg, osmanthus, lemon and Madagascar vanilla.
Vanilla Coconut – Paradise found. Careful and tropical, this exotic blend transports you to an island of healthy delights. Contains notes of: fresh coconut oil, tiare flower and Madagascar vanilla.
Vanilla Lavender – A clean, romantic blend. Peaceful and serene, an oasis of tranquility awaits. Contains notes of Spanish lavender, rose absolute, violet leaf and Madagascar vanilla.

$25.00 – BUY IT HERE!

Popularity: 4% [?]

The cold weather is starting to set in and in no time at all it can wreak havoc on your skin.  Rodial a-list cleanser is a rich, thick cleanser that will not only leave your face clean and smooth but will restore moisture to your skin and leave it bright and beautiful!

I was impressed with how thick and rich the face cleanser was, it melts while you rub it into your skin and leaves my face feeling clean and super soft. 

Rodial A List Cleanser

Rodial a-list cleanserTM is a skin brightening balm cleanser for the face. It cleanses, removes face make-up & dirt and helps to reduce the appearance of age spots & hyperpigmentation.

Benefits:

* A-list tip: Ideal for jet set/fast pace lives with dull dehydrated skin types that do not tolerate cleansing with waterlist glow
* Brightens & lightens the skin
* Reduces the appearance of age spots & hyperpigmentation
* Restores moisture to extremely dehydrated skin

$59.00

Popularity: 2% [?]

Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy offers a wide variety of products for your Fall look. Additionally, Carmindy (of TLC’s What Not to Wear) has you covered with some great tips!

For example, smoky eyes are always a Fall favorite. For a quick and easy smoky eye, use the Instant Definition Eye Shadow Palette in Storm. The highlight, lid and contour shades make it easy to get a foolproof smoky eye in seconds. All you have to do is apply the highlight shade under the brow and on the inner corners of the eyes. Sweep on the smoldering lid shade across the lid from the lash line to the crease and smudge a bit under the lower lash line. Finish it off by applying the contour shade across the crease.

I am in love with the new Sally Hansen Natural Beauty line with Carmindy. While I think you can find lots of great products  at drugstores I am usually not impressed with drugstore makeup. In general there is always some major component missing in the cheaper version and they seem to wear off so quickly. I was happy to find the new Sally Hansen line not only looks good but feels good going on an last all day! 

I am in love with the  eyeshadows the color contour kits are fun and easy and my eyes look great all day. With the affordable prices you can afford to add a great blush and lipstick to get a fresh look for fall!

Here are a few of my favorite products from the new line:

Sally Hansen Instant Definition Eye Shadow Palette

The jet-milled powders in our Instant Definition Eye Shadow Palette deliver instant, even, silky color and delicate dimension. And the coordinated color trio offers the perfect lid, contour and highlight shades, all in one compact. It is the easiest way to create a stylized, professional look. The shadows are super-fine and lightweight yet long-wearing. It’s also crease- and fade-resistant, blendable, buildable and color true.

7.99

Sally Hansen Lift & Define Mascara

Self-building, customizable formula goes from natural to dramatic in just a few strokes. Perfectly sized, tapered brush reaches even the tiniest hidden lashes. .

# Advanced Cosmetic Formulas

# Infused with good-for-your-skin Natural Ingredients

# Products designed to stand alone and work together

# Easy-to-use, virtually mistake proof

$7.99

Sally Hansen Color Comfort Lip Color

Saturates lips in high impact color and pampering moisture with just one application. Long-lasting. Replenishes and retexturizes.

# Advanced Cosmetic Formulas

# Infused with good-for-your-skin Natural Ingredients

# Products designed to stand alone and work together

# Easy-to-use, virtually mistake proof

$9.99

Popularity: 2% [?]

The winner of this contest is Jeanette F.. Congrats!!!

For longer, healthier, thicker eyelashes – the perfect product has hit the market! Try LashFood and you will not be sorry!   I was so excited to get this product to try. As women, we area always looking for ways to make our eyelashes thicker – longer – and healthier. I don’t usually stick with any products promising these kinds of results, because they never actually work! I used this product, in two short weeks, I have NOTICEABLE results! I can tell this product actually works! I tried getting a picture for you guys – but it’s harder than one might think to get a closeup picture of eyelashes.

This product is so easy to use! It comes in a tube – and is applied like liquid eyeliner. It’s gentle and doesn’t irritate the eyes at all. You use it twice a day – and it can even be used under makeup!

I love this product – it really works! It is pricey – but, if you use it twice a day, the bottle will last you 5 months.  That’s not too bad! This product can also be used on the eyebrow, and will have the same result!

Nourish your lashes with this natural conditioning stimulant.  LashFood uses natural ingredients including herbal extracts and vitamins to dramatically lengthen and thicken eyelashes. LashFood contains 16 different herbal extracts and vitamins that promote the growth of healthy eyelashes.

Formulated by cosmetic scientists, LashFood is not only effective, but also the most gentle eyelash growth product on the market.

Results can be seen in 2-3 weeks when just a thin line is applied just like eyeliner at the base of the lashes 1-2 times per day. After 6-12 weeks, the transformation is stunning!

LashFood can be used on the lashes to transform frail and brittle lashes to become healthy and strong, on eyebrows for a smooth and even brow line, or simultaneously with eyelash extensions to strengthen lashes, leading to a longer bonding life between your natural lashes and your extensions. LashFood has been clinically tested and certified by dermatologists and is a registered product of the FDA.

For more information, and where to buy - visit www.LashFood.com

Popularity: 7% [?]

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Gone are Joey Potter’s tomboy outfits and below-the-shoulder strands: Since her Dawson’s Creek days, Katie Holmes has become a bona fide style icon, gracing the red carpet in designer sheaths—and trendsetting crop cuts. View her tress transformations for the long and short of it and vote on your favorite looks HERE!

Popularity: 3% [?]