I love to wear my hair down but I have a “lot” of hair and besides being a chore to straighten I just can’t be bothered to spend all day getting ready. So generally that leaves me with just my natural wannabe 90′s rocker natural curls. It’s not pretty but its easy and if I can’t be ready and out the door in 10 minutes I just can’t be bothered.

Well in came the John Frieda Styling Tools by Conair Hair Setter to save a poor lazy girl like me! 5 jumbo rollers that somehow were able to hold all my hair at one time. My favorite thing is how fast and easy it was I just combed through my hair and clipped the rollers in. 8 minutes later the kinky curls and elastic bump were gone and my hair was so smooth and incredibly shiny.

Definitely a must have item and it would make a great Christmas gift. Now I can wash my hair before bed get up throw the rollers in and do my makeup. In just 8 minutes my hair has big, shiny waves!

Before                                                8 mins of roller time         After smooth, shiny hair!

John Frieda Styling Tools by Conair Hair Setter
Winner of Allure’s Best of Beauty 2012 Awards! 

Featuring five 2-inch titanium ceramic-coated jumbo rollers, this breakthrough hair setter helps you create silky waves for a naturally sensual look. The cutting-edge, professional-grade design uses a true ionic generator to safely distribute heat throughout hair, so there’s no fear of frizz or dull strands. Hair wraps easily around the generously-sized 2” jumbo rollers, which use an extreme heat feature to heat up instantly, delivering perfectly smooth, voluminous waves in a flash.

Whether you’re looking to style your hair for work, a date, an event, or a party, let John Frieda make your hair look fantastic for any occasion.

On  sale at Target right now for only $29.39!

This holiday season give yourself and your baby the gift of all natural products! Lavanila Laboratories is known for their collection of 100% healthy, all-natural products that are elegant, refined and luxurious in both formulation and design. The Healthy Baby Collection was created according to the most exacting clinical and natural standards, Lavanila’s 100% Natural Baby products are not only chemical-free, but the first to deliver 30 essential vitamins and minerals specifically formulated to support the health and development of delicate baby skin, the gateway to infection.

LaVanila The Healthy Baby Bundle

THE HEALTHY BABY COLLECTION INCLUDES:

Healthy Baby Wash ($16): This 100% natural two-in-one shampoo and body wash gently cleanses without stripping skin of essential moisture. The pH-balanced, tear-free formula soothes and calms skin with organic vanilla and chamomile as noni leaf and calendula promote healthy skin and protect against infection.

Healthy Baby Lotion ($15): Providing daily nourishment and hydration, this weightless, fast-absorbing lotion strengthens and supports the development of healthy skin with 30 vitamins and minerals.

Healthy Baby Bottom ($15): Developed to calm irritation and soothe redness, this 100% natural formula provides superior protection and prevention of diaper rash with natural zinc oxide instead of petrolatum, a harsh chemical derived from oil wells during gasoline production.

Healthy Baby Butter ($14): Providing ultra-rich hydration to soothe dry skin and calm redness, this 100% natural nourishing butter is formulated with 30 vitamins and minerals selected to strengthen and support the development of healthy skin.

Healthy Baby Block ($20): Combining titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, this chemical-free, healthy sunscreen protects delicate skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays to provide 100% natural SPF 40 protection. While standard sunblocks contain harsh chemicals, the Healthy Baby Block forms a physical barrier to safely protect babies’ delicate skin.

WHERE TO FIND IT: Sephora, Sephora.com, and Lavanila.com

This hypoallergenic product is certified organic and contains no nuts, gluten, soy, or dairy. It’s 100% baby safe, pediatrician approved, and free of harsh chemicals, formaldehyde, and parabens.

The smell is AMAZING! Not only does it smell amazing, but you know it’s a good product to put on your baby’s skin. 100% natural ingredients, full of vitamins and free of chemicals! LOVE IT!

Click on the image above to get your own bundle!

I love the new bareMinerals READY® Eyeshadow palettes! The colors are simply gorgeous and the shadow stays on  all day with no creasing or fading. One of my favorites eyeshadow lines, with sensitive eyes a lot of products tend to irritate my eye, I have never had any issues with bareMinerals.

On top of 8 great colors in each palette, there is also a mini Prime Time Eyelid Primer that maximizes the color and keeps it in place. Each kit comes with a great guide with three different looks and detailed instructions on how to create them with your new palette. Simply beautiful makeup and the silver case is super chic. 

(Day look – Finer Things palette)

bareMinerals READY® Eyeshadow provides vivid, long-wearing color in a silky texture for seamless blendability. Powered by our proprietary SeaNutritive MineralTM Complex, it delivers a softer, smoother, revitalized eye area. Apply over Prime TimeTM Eyelid Primer to maximize the intensity and staying power of eyeshadows for crease-proof, fade-proof looks.

No parabens, no binders, no fillers, no harsh chemicals, no kidding.

READY Eyeshadow 8.0 – The Finer Things
The Finer Things featuring:

• Penthouse – black glitz
• Custom Made  - pink quartz pearl
• Chateau – slate stone
• Truffle – glistening chestnut
• First Class – light silver sheen
•  Upgrade – hazy lilac
• Five Star – white light
• Private Isle – cobalt sheen

Collection includes:
bareMinerals READY® Eyeshadow 8.0 – The Finer Things
Mini Prime Time Eyelid Primer

$40

READY Eyeshadow 8.0 – The Star Treatment

The Star Treatment featuring:

• VIP - gold-flecked black
• Connoisseur - golden copper
• Carte Blanche – icy ivory
• Ritzy – shimmering cocoa
• Kudos – luminous golden gray
• Bragging Rights – shimmering rose gold
• Elitist – glistening olive
• Extravagance – golden glow

Collection includes:
bareMinerals READY® Eyeshadow 8.0 – The Star Treatment
Mini Prime TimeTMEyelid Primer

$40

I was contacted by Chic Peek, an online membership jewelry boutique and given the opportunity to set up a test account to check out their site.

The set up was very simple and straight-forward. I did a quick visual style quiz, then received  a personalized selection of jewelry.  Then I just selected my favorite piece of jewelry for $30. There were so many great choices it was tricky to narrow it down.  The retail value on the pieces can be as high as $300!

After your first purchase you will be automatically enrolled as a member. This is a monthly subscription membership so you  will be billed $30 each month. You also have the option to “opt-out” or “skip a month”, which is easily done online no need to call or email customer service.

I chose the Black Lace Cuff  for my review. I was impressed by how quickly I received my bracelet, and it came beautifully packaged, it even had a personalized thank you note.

Chic Peek offers Free Shipping on all orders. And if you fall in love with more that one piece, you can purchase other items for $30.

To become a member or to get more information, go to www.chicpeek.com

ColorMark ONLINE ONLY TouchBack Plus Leave-In Conditioner

Kristina Barricelli, expert hair colorist and owner of Gemini14 Salon, urges all her clients (including Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez) to toss out that the played-out, breezy ombré look and switch to a sharper style this winter. Kristina thinks that every woman should strive to achieve a look that reflects her strong personality. Starting with your hair, perfect a look that is bold, confident and full of intrigue.

TouchBack Plus Color System: brings your color back to life by depositing rich, warm hues

• Adventurous brunettes should try the dark auburn shade, which will deepen the dark hues while adding a dynamic auburn sheen.
• The color system comes out in just a few washes, so the look is commitment free!

Are you ready for something new this winter? I AM! I went much lighter (for me) over the summer, and I think I’m ready to darken things back up a bit. Maybe I should go black like I did in college. Just kidding, mom, get back up off the floor.

TouchBack Plus Shampoo and Conditioner adds temporary color between permanent colorings. Revives dull color with sulfate-free Micro Foam. Each application gives a boost of added color to both natural and color-treated hair and lasts through 2 shampoos. Provides dual UV fade protection. Smoothes and repairs damaged hair. Adds shine and manageability. Tones down gray. (When you don’t need to add color, use TouchBack Plus CLEAR Shampoo for color maintenance and UV protection). Not tested on animals. No ammonia. No peroxide. No sulfates.

No time to shower? TouchBack Leave-In Conditioner is an instant boost of temporary hair color in an easy-to-use Micro-Foam delivery system. The patented formula adds color, smoothes and repairs damaged hair, increases shine and manageability and tones down gray. Includes Sunflower, Chamomile, Green Tea, Rose and Lemon extracts for vibrant, healthy-looking hair and dual UV fade protection. Ammonia peroxide and sulfate-free. Not tested on animals.

Try these awesome products, above and below!!!

ColorMark TouchBack Plus Conditioner

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.

On Thursday, December 6th, from 12pm to 4pm, Lancôme video makeup artist and YouTube sensation Michelle Phan will take over the newly renovated Sephora Times Square to unveil her Betty Boop-inspired makeup look, created with Lancôme’s NEW Hypnôse Star mascara.

Inspired by the sensuous femininity of 1930’s Hollywood films, Hypnôse Star exudes theatrical glamour. Encased in a sparkling tube, the volumizing mascara coats lashes in a decadent formula that makes for a spotlight-stealing gaze. A dual-sided brush creates ultra-glam eyes by building intense volume at the lash line and finishing with alluring length and curl.

Michelle Phan boasts a following of millions, with over half a billion views on YouTube. Beloved for her makeup savvy, Michelle was the beauty industry’s first video makeup artist. Michelle is also the founder of For All Women Network (FAWN), a new YouTube channel dedicated to beauty and style.

WHAT: Meet Michelle Phan
WHERE: Sephora Times Square – 1500 Broadway at 43rd Street
WHEN: Thursday, November 6th from 12pm – 4pm
#MichellePhanStar
#sephoranyc

Attendees who purchase any Lancôme product will receive a photo with Michelle.