LUSH
After doing my review of Lush’s Tree Tea Toner Tab, I was extra excited to use Dream Steam after a long and stressful week. Now that I have “experience” with the toner tabs, and know how to use them (not that it’s all that hard), I was more prepared this time around for a more seamless steam. (more…)
per-fekt beauty
I’ve been building up the news feed on the Sheer Glitz Facebook page (shameless self promotion: check it out, and like us!), and when I “liked” per-fekt beauty‘s page, I got a 25% off discount coupon! Just for being a “per-fekt fan”, how awesome.
If you’re new to per-fekt, they have great make-up for skin. I received a small sample of their Skin Perfection Gel and really enjoyed it. I always see the mini-tubes in the que-line at Sephora, but haven’t gotten my own yet. Next on my long, long list… 
Josie Maran Holiday Glow Argan Illuminizer & Argan Color Stick Duo
Latest steal to give (or to get) this holiday season is by Josie Maran: Holiday Glow Argan Illuminizer & Argan Color Stick Duo. The argan oil infused in her products is known as “liquid gold”, and works wonders on skin, hair, cuticles, and rough patches. I use Josie Maran Argan Oil as my daily moisturizer, so this tiny kit was a personal must have.
“Hey! Since ur a makeup fanatic, what do u think about Benefit? I need something w good coverage yet natural looking. I need to look brighter and more alive! I’m pale and have blue eyes. Ive been using a coppery eyeshadow, bronze liner and black mascara. I like that but tried bareminerals and it makes me look dry and seems to make my pores stand out. So let me know if u have any suggestions! Thanks!”
Getting this question from a friend was super ironic– I used to work at a Macy’s Benefit counter circa 2007. Let me just say, I love-love-love Benefit cosmetics, and their awesome packaging and designs have been a muse for me throughout my design career. I would recommend Benefit to anyone, but it depends on what you’re looking for… (more…)
After my first round-about with Lush, their website quickly became one I frequented when bored. I love all the interesting products, and next on my list to try was the toner tabs. I bought two: Tea Tree & Dream Steam. Let the reviews begin!
I was invited to be part of my beau’s family Elfster Pollyanna this year. It’s a pretty cool set up where you make a wish list., and a perfect excuse to get started early! The rules were to pick 3-4 things up to $40. Here’s what’s on my wishlist:
Amika Oil Treatment for Hair
As aforementioned a few posts ago, my upcoming graduation has set back my spending from what I’m used to. It’s hard not to skip off to Sephora on class breaks, but I’m learning to deal. One thing I’ve done is “Budget my Beauty”: Decide what beauty items and services are expendable, or an easy DIY, and which need to be left to the professionals.
What's in Your Piggy Bank?
Manicures & Pedicures– While they admittedly do a better paint job at the salon, it can get pricey going every week. I normally go to a boojey (boojey = nice word for ghetto) nail salon in Camden to get my nails done, and (more…)
I love Kiehl’s cute little illustrations, but more importantly, the cute little illustratoins on their coupons! Here is a Cyber Monday gift from Kiehl”s to you, enjoy!
Kiehl's Cyber Monday Treat
