What girl doesn’t like a good round brush?

This new brush from Goody is amazing. Smooth Blends Ceramic brush is perfect for smooth straightening!

For smooth styling. For quick drying. Good Smooth Blends brushes and combs feature natural boar bristles that gently smooth the hair and add amazing shine. These tools are perfect for styling, volumizing and putting the finishing touches on any desired look. Enhanced shine with natural boar bristles. Ceramic infused for faster drying time. Made in China.

Love a good brush – that’s affordable! This brush will only set you back $6!

Another cute stocking stuffer idea is this adorable makeup bag from Modella! Above is just one of Modella’s great makeup bags, but there are dozens in different shapes and sizes to fit your needs!

Lights, camera, prints! There’s nothing boring about the new Modella 2012 Fall/Winter Collection. Fashion meets function in a variety of prints that take their cue from fall’s hottest trends, including florals, lace, paisley and more. With the entire collection priced under $25, these chic and affordable cosmetic and travel accessories make it easy to stay on trend without breaking the bank.

Straight off the fall runways, the new 2012 Fall/Winter Collection features 10 new lines of cosmetic and travel accessories for the sartorially minded. Devoted fashion animals can take to the catwalk with Red Haute Cheetah, a classic animal print pattern accented with red. The girlie girls will adore Lovely in Lace, which brings together a soft feminine pink and a retro lace look. Funny Girl mixes and matches several patterns for the more adventurous type, while Blooming Daisies’ style boasts a more modern take on the classic floral pattern. Bold baroque, stripes and polka dots get pumped up with bright colors with Band of Baroque and High Def, and classic black and white get an updated look with Flower Mix. The Houndstooth collection and Beauty Basics are perfect for sophisticated girls on the go. Men’s Kits offer every guy the perfect place to keep his essentials.

From weekenders and train sets to clutches and purse kits, the Modella 2012 Fall/Winter Collection lets everyone stay up on trends while being down on the price.

Gifts by you = more love, less spending!
How long is your ‘nice’ list this year? We bet you’re all for showing your friends and family how much you love them around the holidays, but who really has the money for that? Specially for the beauty product junkie on your list, simply whip up these at-home treatments for fruity lip-gloss, candy cane bath salts and more. Grab a bowl and mix ‘em together with basic ingredients that are most likely in your home right now.

Check out these great DIY recipes and more great holiday ideas at www.self.com 

SELF Magazine DIY Holiday Beauty

Pom Lip Gloss
We seriously had to resist eating this fruity gloss, and the crimson tint lasts longer than some store-bought stains. The perfect gift for cubemates.

• 1/2 cup petroleum jelly
• 1 scoop or 2 packets Natural Cherry Pomegranate Crystal Light
• 3 or 4 small jars or tins with lids

Mix petroleum jelly and Crystal Light in a bowl, adding 1 tsp water a few drops at a time, until gloss turns berry red. Use a spatula to smooth the formula into jars.

Peppermint Foot Scrub
For the stiletto addict on your list. Both salicylic acid (in the berries) and sugar exfoliate; oils soften; peppermint stimulates—like caffeine for feet!

• 4 strawberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 8 drops peppermint essential oil
• 1 decorative jar

Make this the night before gifting it—it’s perishable after 2 weeks because of the fresh fruit. In a bowl, puree or mash berries, then add sugar and olive and vegetable oils. Mix until well blended. Add peppermint oil 2 drops at a time until scrub smells minty. Spoon into jar, then stash in the fridge. Write the expiration date on a card.

Vanilla-Clove Body-Oil Spray
Turn single pals into man magnets with this prezzie: Vanilla stirs up feelings of intimacy, experts say. And the oil makes skin silky.

• 1/2 cup walnut, almond or jojoba oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 5 drops clove oil
• 1 small spray bottle

It doesn’t get easier than this: Pour ingredients into a spray bottle, shake and you’re ready to mist.

Recipes developed by Erika Katz, author of Bonding Over Beauty

Give the gift of GLOSSYBOX!

If you are looking for a gift with big wow factor look no further than GlossyBox. If you’re not familiar with them, they are a beauty sampling subscription. Glossybox is $21 a month  and that includes shipping, they specialize in luxury beauty brands from around the world. They just came to the US with this service in April.

You could order just a single month or go for a multiple month subscription. I have received a few of the boxes and I can say they do not disappoint! From the beautiful pink box and tissue the wow factor is there before you even see your samples. And its not just tiny samples each month I have received 2 or more full sized products. And when I price them out the retail price of my boxes has never been under $60.

Something fun and different for the beauty addict in your life. She will love how beautifully it arrives and all the great new products to try.

Inside My September Box:

GK Global Keratin Hair | Moisturizing Shampoo (Full sized cost: $20, sample size 1 oz GK Global Keratin Hair | Balancing Conditioner (Full sized cost: $20, sample size 1 oz): This is the conditioner that matches the shampoo. I really like this combo it was great at detangling my hair and smells amazing.
Koh Gen Do | Cleansing Spa Water (Full sized product!!! Cost: $13.00): A Full Sized product, Yeah! One of the reasons that I love GLOSSYBOX, the “samples” are so generous! Made with mineral-rich Japanese hot spring water, this best selling spa water is infused with six essential herbs to protect and nurture skin. In a single sweep, it gently removes makeup and skin’s toughest impurities.  I generally shy away from makeup removers becuase I can’t stand that oily feeling. Koh Gen Do’s Cleansing Spa Water is insane its so gentle it feels like water and removed even my most stubborn waterproof mascara. I like that it left no residue, really an amazing product I would have never know about without GLOSSYBOX.
Kryolan for GLOSSYBOX | Moisture Rich Lipstick in GLOSSYpink (Full Sized Product! Cost $14.00): I have loved all the Kryolan products I have tried in my GLOSSYBOX. The Moisture rich lipstick really hydrates my lips which is essential this time of year. The color is beautiful  a very wearable natural pink.
Missha | M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 (Full sized product #3!!! Cost: $29.99!): I have been dying to try a BB cream, thank you GLOSSYBOX! I like the texture of the Missha BB Cream it goes on really well and provides even coverage. I noticed after a few weeks it really had evened the tone of my skin and a faint sunspot has dissappeared. While I do really like the BB cream it can feel a bit heavy with oily skin. I find I get a bit more shine when wearing this so I like to set it with powder.

To sign yourself up or order a subscription for a friend just click on the link below.

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Smashbox Smashbox Be Legendary Lipstick, Black Plum 1 ea

I’ve always admired women who could pull off bold lipstick. Erin is one of them, she has these goddess lips that look great with just about any color of lipstick! My problem could be a lack of lips…. I swear they are just under-developed. I blame my mother. No upper lip. So for me – I stick to glosses, but if you’re like Erin GO BOLD! If you’ve got it, flaunt it!

I got a sample of this BEAUTIFUL plum lipstick from Smashbox (might have to hand it off to Erin for a real review) and I was instantly lip-envious. It’s such a gorgeous color! I wish I could pull it off!

Do you ever go bold with your lipstick? Which is your favorite shade?

Black Plum – Deep Berry

Legendary beauties are unforgettable for their daring, iconic style.

Get famously bold lips that stand out from the crowd with Be Legendary Lipstick. This ultra creamy formula is packed with vitamins C & E, shea butter and a unique moisture complex to provide instant and long-term moisturization while saturating lips with luxurious color. With its super comfortable wear and lustrous finish, you’ll be ready to rock your own iconic look.

Pair the lipstick with Smashbox’s Lip Liner!

Smashbox Smashbox The Nude Lip Liner, Medium 1 ea

Did you know that last month was National Pomegranate Month? (Neither did I, but now we do!)  This deliciously sweet fruit isn’t just good for your taste buds, but it has a ton of beauty benefits as well! It’s full of antioxidants and helps to replenish moisture in skin using natural oils. This season, try using Aubrey Pomegranate Crème de la Shave ($5.77, Aubrey-organics.com). The pomegranate extract will keep legs feeling silky smooth and protect them from free radicals, and they’ll smell delicious, too!

Get Closer. Made with rich emollients and fruit extracts, this moisturizing shave cream pampers and protects your skin for a luxurious, ultra-smooth shave and legs so soft, you may not need a lotion after shaving. You’ll love its silky feel and exotic tropical scent.

I’ve used this shave lotion, and it’s GREAT! Love it!

You’ll also love that it’s only $5.77! Get yours here!

I have been using the TIGI Recharge duo and I love how shiny it makes my hair. This anti-oxidant rich, clarifying duo removes pollutants, sweat and build-up to reveal super reflective shine! Perfect for dull, lifeless hair, for those that want supercharged shine! 

On top of my the Recharge duo making my hair look great I love the scent, sweet orange, lemon and wild raspberry leave my hair smelling  dreamy all day long.

This season, TIGI is taking the guesswork out of holiday shopping with 8 new limited-edition gift sets that are sure to address everyone on your list.

ELASTICATE DUO ($19.99) & RECHARGE DUO ($19.99)
Excite the adrenaline-junkie of the family with the latest from Bed Head. The NEW Elasticate Duo offers a supercharged formula for break-resistant hair while the NEW Recharge Duo eliminates the build-up of 2012 while adding high-octane shine Both NEW gift sets are available at a special holiday price.

SHINE ADDICT ($26.90)
Perfect for the blinged out babe in your brood – give the gift of shine by purchasing Bed Head Urban Antidotes Recovery Shampoo and Conditioner and receive a full size Headrush Shine Spray for FREE!

PARTY SECRET ($24.50)
This next-day-duo that will have the ‘family party animal’ parent-ready in no time. Rockaholic Dirty Secret Dry Shampoo wipes out yesterday’s dirt while After Party smoothes out frizzed locks.

AMP SESSION ($18.95)
Give the gift of mid-winter beachy waves! Purchase Catwalk Session Series
Styling Cream and receive Catwalk Curlesque Curls Rock Amplifier FREE! Surfs up!

MOVING ON UP! ($20.95)
Perfect for the life of the party, this bundle is sure to keep sky-high hair looking fabulous through the longest holiday party! Purchase Catwalk Session Series Work It Hairspray and receive Catwalk Your Highness Root Boost FREE!

Visit www.tigiprofessional.com for a salon near you.

  I currently am using the AmLactin Body Lotion and I cannot begin to tell how amazing this product is. It’s excellent at smoothing out any rough, dry skin. 

AmLactin contains 12% lactic acid and comes already neutralized with the addition of ammonium hydroxide. The pH is 4.4-5.5. Lactic Acid is amazing at not only exfoliating gently and efficiently but also can treat many skin issues like keratosis pilaris, hyperpigmentation, redness and dry skin (it is a naturally occurring humectant).

12% lactic acid is also a great strength for a leave-on lotion. It’s enough to make a significant impact on the above skin conditions.

Within 24 hours of applying this lactic acid lotion, my severe dry skin on my body was quenched significantly. My skin texture was smoother and silky. After 3 weeks of consistent usage and my skin looks healthier than it’s ever looked! This product is so amazing, I can’t believe I didn’t use it before.

AmLactin® Alpha-Hydroxy Skin Care includes AmLactin® Moisturizing Body Lotion, AmLactin® Ultra Hydrating Body Cream for severe dry skin and AmLactin® Foot Cream. All three products contain alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) moisturizers, which are effective at exfoliating and hydrating the skin. AmLactin® formulas also contain emollients and humectants that help retain the skin’s natural moisture and draw water to the skin so it looks and feels soft and smooth.

AmLactin® is available in a variety of sizes and formulas to meet the varying moisturizing needs of women. They include:
AmLactin® Moisturizing Body Lotion – an everyday body lotion for rough, dry skin. It is specially formulated with clinically proven 12 percent lactic acid and is pH-balanced for the skin to gently encourage natural skin cell renewal through exfoliation, creating a soft, smooth texture. It is available in four sizes:
7.9 ounce bottle with press-cap
14.1 ounce bottle with pump
17.6 ounce bonus bottle with pump (seasonal)
20 ounce bonus size only available at Costco

AmLactin® Ultra Hydrating Body Cream (formerly AmLactin XL ®) – specially formulated for severe, persistently dry skin areas that need extra attention. It contains the patented ULTRAPLEX® formula that gently exfoliates and is clinically proven to intensely hydrate for long-lasting moisture. With rich humectants and creamy emollients, AmLactin® Ultra provides serious relief and is available in a 4.9 ounce tube with a flip-top cap.

AmLactin® Foot Cream – a clinical-strength foot cream for rough, dry, and callused feet. AmLactin® Foot Cream contains the premium triple-action, alpha-hydroxy therapy with the clinically proven, intensely hydrating ULTRAPLEX® formula and comes in a 3 ounce easy-to-carry, easy-to-store travel-size tube with a flip-top cap.
AmLactin® Alpha-Hydroxy Skin Care transitions into stores this month.

AmLactin® products are available without a prescription at Costco, Walmart, Walgreens, CVS, Rite-Aid, www.drugstore.com and other fine retailers nationwide. For more information, visit the NEW www.amlactin.com where you can download valuable coupons and search the store locator to find a store where AmLactin® can be purchased.