We excited to share with you that two of our amazing brands, Sheer Cover and Wen, have been awarded by Shecky’s Beauty at Its Best! Although you may be familiar, Shecky’s is one of the first and most popular “shopping clubs” for beauty-craving fashionistas in NYC and various major cities, with a strong online following that informs readers on the latest and greatest in products, brands, and events.

Sheer Cover’s Sheer Cover Mineral Foundation selected as a Best Foundation award winner.

Wen by Chaz Dean’s Wen Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner selected as a Best Shampoo and Conditioner.

It’s no secret that most of the major brands of mineral makeup leave me wanting more. I have found most of the mineral makeup lines seem to leave me looking more wrinkled and with less coverage. I was excited to try the sample of Sheer Cover I was sent to see if it lived up to the commercials I’ve seen .  Along with the basic mineral foundation you get a complete makeup set to get your whole look all for less than a lot of lines charge for just the foundation.

The Sheer Cover set was really easy to use with step by step instructions. On top of evening out my skin tone better than the other mineral products I have tried it also didn’t settle into lines and wrinkles which was great. I am still getting used to use a brush to apply I have always been a liquid girl so I am used to applying by hand. But the price and the quality of the Sheer Cover products make their starter kit a steal.

BEST Foundation
Sheer Cover
Mineral Foundation

Sheer Cover is made with 100-percent pure minerals. No preservatives, chemical dyes, fragrance, talc…you get the idea! Who knew going au natural could look so sexy?

Where to Buy: sheercover.com
How much: $29.95

So I have been dying to try this product for a long time, its embarrassing how many times I have been sucked into watching the entire WEN infomercial late at night. As much as I wanted to buy it I couldn’t bring myself to order from the TV.  I was lucky enough to be sent a sample of the WEN Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner and I almost ran to the shower to try it out.

Now the first thing that struck me is that you have to use quite a bit of product 16-40 pumps depending on your hair type and length. Obviously that is way more than most but it is offset by the fact you are only using one product instead of two. The big question is does it work? And after two weeks of use I can say yes, you spend a little more time in the cleaning process but its a nice relaxing kid free time so I don’t mind. My hair is super soft and I have not had a problem with tangles like I used to. With super fine hair my hair used to become a frizzy flyway mess by lunchtime now even without product my hair stays smooth and shiny. 

BEST Shampoo and Conditioner
Wen by Chaz Dean
Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner

In this economy, duality definitely floats our boat! We love the way this sweet almond oil product shampoos and conditions, all while leaving us smelling sweet.

Where to Buy: wenhaircare.com
How much: $28

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I was recently sent a sample of the new Kenzo Power Cologne and I was excited to have my husband try it out. Turns out it smells so good I love wearing it. It is definitely a man’s scent but it is fresh enough to not be overpowering and I love the citrus scent. It would make a great Christmas gift for the man in your life.

KENZO POWER COLOGNE

Kenzo introduces a new fragrance for him, a simple, subtle statement of masculinity—KENZO POWER COLOGNE. Olivier Polge’s woody citrus creation is highlighted by the fusion between fresh notes emblematic of colognes and the ambery intensity of KENZO POWER. Japanese designer Kenya Hara’s original bottle design becomes transparent; the silhouette a single curved line. A fragrance perfectly suited to the crisp, cool days ahead.

- Notes of verbena and bergamot
- Woody citrus

Intense amber notes of the original Kenzo Power fuse with citrus to create KENZO POWER COLOGNE, a woody citrus fragrance for him. Verbena, bergamot and cardamom blend with geranium and black pepper before settling into a base of vetiver and cedar.

$50.00-$68.00 Kenzo Power Cologne

Popularity: 3% [?]

Obagi Gets the Red Out

Don’t hide redness with foundation, concealer or powder – get rid of it! Rosaclear Hydrating Complexion Corrector from Obagi Medical Products is specially formulated for sensitive skin that is prone to flushing, redness and discomfort – this gentle, dermatologist and allergy tested moisturizer calms inflamed skin, reducing the appearance of redness.

This unique formulation addresses rosacea by using anti-inflammatory agents to help dramatically reduce redness while soothing and calming skin. Glycerin, licorice, aloe, lavender, sea whip and mica work together to reduce inflammation, restore comfort and help disguise imperfections. The light reflective minerals result in skin displaying a more balanced looking complexion. After use, skin is more supple and radiant with a smooth, comfortable texture.

The Rosaclear Hydrating Complexion Corrector from Obagi Medical Products is available at www.LovelySkin.com for $59.00.

Popularity: 3% [?]

Want to get a head start on your Christmas shopping? Neutrogena just launched a special holiday shopping site to help you get something special for all the people on your list.

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WHAT: Introducing Neutrogena’s seasonal online shopping destination – Neutrogena Holiday

THINK: This season’s best beauty buys for family and friends:

· FREE Shipping on Orders over $25

· 25% off When You Buy 3 or More Products

· FREE Samples with Every Purchase

WHY: Offering a range of the brand’s best-selling and favorite cleansing, acne, anti-aging and body care products, Neutrogena Holiday is the most convenient and easy-to-use beauty gifting resource to help simplify holiday gift purchasing and giving.

WHERE TO FIND THEM: You can visit the site, by clicking the link: Neutrogena Holiday

HOLIDAY GIFT ITEMS:

Shoppers can browse the Neutrogena Holiday Collection now through January 2010 for gift ideas that fit all ages and lifestyles on their gift lists:

* Help a younger sister prepare for her New Year’s party by gifting her with the perfect young skin package – Neutrogena Wave™ Power Cleanser, additional Neutrogena Wave™ Deep Clean Foaming Pads and Make-Up Remover Cleansing Towelettes.
* Give mom the at-home spa experience she craves with the Total Skin Renewal and 14-Day Skin Rescue™.
* Show your appreciation for aunt and grandma by giving her the best of the best with Neutrogena® Classics such as Rainbath® Shower & Bath Gel, Neutrogena® Facial Cleansing Bar and Moisture Wrap Body Lotion.

Popularity: 2% [?]

At-Home Skincare Videos from St. Ives®

Not every woman can afford to splurge on a facial with a celebrity aesthetician, but thanks to St. Ives® now they can get skincare advice from one of the industry’s best! Jillian Wright, a leading New York aesthetician, whose client roster has included Alicia Silverstone, Ivana Trump and Tea Leone, shares her skincare secrets within how-to videos which can be found on stives.com. Whether your readers need help choosing the right exfoliation products or expert advice in building a skincare routine, they are one click closer to naturally vibrant looking skin!

Check out some great tips for at home spa care here.

Some great product to get you going on your at home spa day:

I love this body polish it smells great and smooths on like butter. It has just the right amount of sugar crystals to exfoliate without irritating my sensitive skin. On top of being a great product it is super affordable!

· St. Ives Mineral Therapy In-Shower Exfoliating Body Polish ($6.99 for 8 oz. jar) contains a unique mineral blend and sugar crystals made for gentle skin exfoliation, removing dead skin cells to leave skin feeling soft and smooth.

A great lotion for the cold, dry months I love how hydrating this lotion is. It leaves my skin feeling soft and absorbs super quick.

* St. Ives Renewing Collagen Elastin Advanced Body Moisturizer ($4.99 for 18 fl oz. pump) combines essential collagen and elastin, key proteins that enhance skin to look younger and healthier. Clinically proven to relieve and condition dryness, St. Ives has created a product that provides a true sensory experience, while simultaneously offering effective results.

Popularity: 2% [?]

I was listening to Howard Stern last week, and he was raving about this new deodorant he had tried, from Nature’s Gate. Howard is all about natural, organic products, and swore that this was his favorite deodorant.  I contacted the company and asked them to send me some product, which I was so excited to try out! I hate the thought of using deodorants that are filled with aluminum, so I was excited to try this aluminum-free product! 

I love the scent, it was strong – and smelled great. It has an earthy-fresh smell, and I loved that! It went on well, and dried nicely.  My only complaint, is that it definitely doesn’t last nearly as long as the deodorants I’ve tried in the past. This product is only really good for 2-4 hours.  Which for me – doesn’t cut it. I don’t want to have to reapply deodorant throughout the day.  So I probably wouldn’t use this product again.  I was definitely not convinced.

Available in roll-on and stick formulations, Nature’s Gate deodorants are named after the four seasons with great matching scents! Each deodorant contains a unique and powerful odor-blocker Deoderm® and a combination of odor-preventing natural extracts. Phthalate free. Contain no animal derived ingredients and never tested on animals.

Nature’s Gate Certified Organic essences are fresh from the field, locally grown in California on land dedicated to growing Nature’s Gate botanical essences. At the family owned Organic farm, each plant receives individual care, ensuring the highest purity and quality. The farm’s water source is derived from the winter rains and snow pack of the Sierra Nevadas.

-Paraben Free

-No Propylene Glycol

-No Aluminum

-With Baking Soda to help neutralize odor

$5.99 – BUY IT HERE!

Popularity: 5% [?]

If you have seen all the commercials for  the prescription Latisse and wanted to try it but don’t want to hassle with visiting your doctor just to check it out. Have no fear there is another great lash boosting serum on the market and no prescription needed! I was sent a sample of Code.ai Lash Extend Serum L-117 and it really is a great product.

I was a little skeptical about putting something so close to my eyes but after reading all about the product my fears were relieved and after applying for the first time I saw how easy it was. Code.ai Lash Extend Serum L-117 completely clear formula glides easily along the lash line like eyeliner and takes just a few minutes to dry. I simply let is set and continue my routine eye cream treatments and makeup. Once its dries there is no flaking or irritation I completely forget it’s there. The serum is hypoallergetic and paraben-free lipo-peptide complex that boosts cell’s natural productivity levels, safe even for the most sensitive users.

On top of no irritation after the last few weeks of use I am noticing my lashes are definitely longer and they are starting to thicken. You have to put in the time to get results but you will be happy once you do, just a few short weeks to fuller longer lashes!

Code.ai LASH EXTEND SERUM L-117
LIPO-PEPTIDE AMPLIFYING COMPLEX
WITH MYRIPLEX TECHNOLOGY™

Combat sparse, short, or damaged lashes and help boost the appearance of your own natural set of lustrous lashes. code.ai’s Myriplex Technology™ contains 30% unique lipo-peptides. Unlike water-soluble peptides, lipo-peptides are highly biocompatible with skin’s natural structure. The result is the enhanced appearance of naturally darker, stronger, thicker, and more plentiful lashes.

Formulated with ingredients typically found in high quality hair and skincare products such as, hydrolyzed wheat protein, hyaluronic acid, and panthenol, known for their moisturizing and conditioning benefits. Wear morning and night for daily care and visible results.
• Clinically Tested
• Dermatologist Tested
• Hypoallergenic / Non-Irritating • Paraben Free
• Not Tested on Animals
• No Harmful Side Effects

$115.00

Popularity: 5% [?]