Curling lashes give eyes the appearance of being wider, brighter and more awake. A trick of mine is to curl lashes AFTER mascara because it will actually hold the curl longer and better! A lot of women have it engrained in them that if they curl after mascara application their lashes will fall out... but that won't happen if your mascara is dry first. Just gently squeeze and pulse at the base of the lashes, that's all you need. Shu Uemura eyelash curlers are the best.
Cream Shadow can be your best friend when you're in a time crunch: it makes it easy to do a quick application without any problems with the fallout that tends to happen with eyeshadow. Smudge with your fingers or a brush, a cream shadow is super blendable and customizable to the intensity you want to achieve as you layer. NARS Pearl Beach is a gorgeous daytime color.
A highlighting concealer pen is a great way to brighten up your complexion because it illuminates and conceals. Portable and easy to use under the eyes, down the bridge of the nose, and the high points of the cheekbones for a mid-day pick me up. Try Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch.
A strong lip statement in coral or fuchsia can brighten up your look If you have very little time in the morning. Keep the rest of your makeup minimal and you'll be right on trend for Spring and Summer! Maybelline 24 hour color in Endless Ruby is gorgeous, glossy and lasts all day.
Skip the two-part process of using liquid foundation and powder with a powder foundation. A product like this fuses the versatility of both in one quick and easy step. Most formulations are equally beneficial to the skin fighting free radicals and boast a high SPF like Physicians Formula, which has an SPF of 50.
Julianne Kaye, a Los Angeles native and makeup artist to the stars has worked with some of the world's most well-known celebrities including Britney Spears, Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendes to name a few as well as having her work published in Harper’s Bazaar, Rolling Stone and Shape. Kaye has also had the opportunity to work with such noted photographers as Peter Lindbergh, Mark Seliger, and Matthew Rolston.
Silk׳n Giveaway
Prize: Two winners will receive two of the following products: Silk'n Flash&Go and Silk׳n FaceFX Anti-Aging (a $600 value) - courtesy of Silk׳n.
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Silk'n FaceFX is a hand held light emitting diode (LED) anti-aging device. Using a unique blend of deep dermal heating, light energy and massage, the FaceFX can result in improved skin texture and tone while reducing fine lines, wrinkles and pore size.
Silk'n FaceFX includes one handheld device, charging stand, electrical cord and training manual.
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Silk'n Flash&Go is an innovative light-based device for permanent hair removal on the face and body. The new high tech design of the Flash&Go applicator allows individuals to properly target and zone into any area that requires treatment.
Silk'n Flash&Go provides you with permanent hair removal previously only achievable in professional clinics.
Silk’n Flash&Go includes one device unit with narrow lamp cartridge, one bonus narrow lamp cartridge (total 2000 flashes) and instructional DVD.
Elite Model Fragrance Giveaway
Prize: Two winners will receive an Elite Model Fragrance of their choice - Paris, London, New York, or Rio.
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Elite Models is introducing their global beauty and style into the world of fragrance with the debut of four fashionable scents! The Collection offers four evocative scents that transport you to the world’s hottest cities – Paris, London, New York, and Rio.
Paris Baby: Inspired by the city of love,Paris Baby is a romantic, feminine fragrance with a twist. Spray on when you’re feeling romantic and mischievous.
London Queen: Just like London, London Queen pulsates with energy. The overall experience excites and exhilarates the senses. For when you’re in the party-mood for mayhem!
New York Muse: Spray on New York Muse for a flavor of fast-moving life in the Big Apple. Spray it on for a blast of edgy, urban attitude.
Rio Glam Girl: Capture the vibrant, celebratory spirit of Rio, home of the carnival, sun-kissed beaches and electric nights with Rio Glam Girl. Perfect when you have the most glam places to go.
The giveaway will conclude on May 5th.
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Elite Models is introducing their global beauty and style into the world of fragrance with the debut of four fashionable scents! The Collection offers four evocative scents that transport you to the world’s hottest cities – Paris, London, New York, and Rio.
London Queen: Just like London, London Queen pulsates with energy. The overall experience excites and exhilarates the senses. For when you’re in the party-mood for mayhem!
New York Muse: Spray on New York Muse for a flavor of fast-moving life in the Big Apple. Spray it on for a blast of edgy, urban attitude.
Rio Glam Girl: Capture the vibrant, celebratory spirit of Rio, home of the carnival, sun-kissed beaches and electric nights with Rio Glam Girl. Perfect when you have the most glam places to go.
How to Score a Discount at the Spa
1. Off-Peak Perks
Weekday mornings are slow for most spas and salons so you can generally find deals during the morning hours. Call ahead to find out what discounts are available and take advantage of these off-peak perks.
2. Search for Savings
Consumers cut back on luxury services during tough economic times, so spas look for ways to boost business by extending specials offers to attract old and new clients. To find these exclusive deals, sign up to receive e-newsletters from your favorite spa or follow them on Facebook and Twitter. Alternatively, you can score up to 13 percent instantly by purchasing discount gift cards to SpaFinder from some web-sites.
3. Cut the Extras
Basic services like a massage or facial can be affordable as long as you skip the extras. Spa service providers may try to bump up your bill with enticing add-ons like an extended body treatment (extra 30 minutes), or perhaps an invigorating body scrub. Though the cost of these treatments seem minimal, the fees quickly add up, especially after you factor in gratuity.
4. Get Group Discounts
Many facilities will extend discounted rates for groups of five or more on various services and treatments. Organize a Sunday spa day with your gal pals and work with a spa manager on group pricing and package deals.
5. Student Savings
You don't have to be enrolled in school to enjoy student savings. Many massage and spa schools offer great rates or sometimes even free services from their students who need to practice their skills. These are extremely affordable resources for great spa and beauty services.
6. At-Home Spa
Though chemical peels are best left to the experts, there are plenty of basic services like facials, manicures and body scrubs that can be done at home. To get the full spa experience, set the mood with soothing music, scented candles and bubble bath.
Andrea Woroch is a nationally-recognized consumer and money-saving expert who helps consumers live on less without radically changing their lifestyles. From smart spending tips to personal finance advice, Andrea transforms everyday consumers into savvy shoppers. She has been featured among top news outlets such as Good Morning America, NBC's Today, MSNBC, New York Times, Kiplinger Personal Finance, CNNMoney and many more.
New Brow and Lash Brushes at Sigma Beauty
On Monday, April 16th they are launching two new brushes that will be sold individually!
E75 Angled Brow ($11) - This firm, angled brush is perfect for filling in sparse brows with powder or gel products. Use a sketching motion to create a hair like effect and more defined brow. Synthetic bristles.
E80 Brow and Lash ($9) - An essential grooming tool for brows and lashes. Ideal for combing and taming brow hairs while shaping and filling. Great for pulling through lashes for separation and exactness. Synthetic bristles.
$50 Visa Gift Card and Tone Gift Package Giveaway
Prize: One winner will receive a package worth approximately $100, including a $50 Visa gift card, Tone Fruit Peel Body Wash product and spa accessories in a canvas market tote with handles.
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Tone Fruit Peel Body Wash contains fruit acids (apple, kiwi, and citrus) that gently exfoliates away dull, dry skin as it cleans. A small amount goes a long way, because it lathers well! Also, the smell is tantalizing. You might believe that you're vacationing at the tropics if you close your eyes for a brief moment. Since these ingredients vigorously work at softening and moisturizing the skin, it leaves it soft, smooth, and radiant looking - perfect for those spring skirts and dresses! This affordable beauty luxury enables you to turn an ordinary bath or shower into a spa-like experience.
Note: It's gentle to use every day, but it's recommended that you use sunscreen, limit your exposure to the sun, and/or wear protective clothing while using this product and for a week afterward. This is due to the fact that AHAs (Alpha-Hydroxy Fruit Acids) will increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun, resulting in a possible sunburn.
The giveaway will conclude on April 25th.
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Tone Fruit Peel Body Wash contains fruit acids (apple, kiwi, and citrus) that gently exfoliates away dull, dry skin as it cleans. A small amount goes a long way, because it lathers well! Also, the smell is tantalizing. You might believe that you're vacationing at the tropics if you close your eyes for a brief moment. Since these ingredients vigorously work at softening and moisturizing the skin, it leaves it soft, smooth, and radiant looking - perfect for those spring skirts and dresses! This affordable beauty luxury enables you to turn an ordinary bath or shower into a spa-like experience.
Note: It's gentle to use every day, but it's recommended that you use sunscreen, limit your exposure to the sun, and/or wear protective clothing while using this product and for a week afterward. This is due to the fact that AHAs (Alpha-Hydroxy Fruit Acids) will increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun, resulting in a possible sunburn.
Disclosure: We also received a gift basket for hosting this giveaway - courtesy of Tone.
OBVITA Organic Skin Care Regimen Kit Giveaway
Prize: One winner will receive the OBVITA Organic Skin Care Regimen Kit - Acne & Oily, Normal & Sensitive, or Age Defense (a $67 - $76 value).
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The name OBVITA loosely translates to ‘relating to life’ in Latin. OBVITA Organics’ origin is one of altruistic health education as the organic product suite was born to help clients of our natural health clinic find truly natural alternatives to a conventional world of hidden and not so hidden toxicity. The goal and subsequent accomplishment of OBVITA has been to develop skin care products that are not only healthier but products that feel better and work better. The good news is that the results are in and we have succeeded!
These Organic kits contain all you need to get your skin refreshed, nourished, rejuvenated and healthy. This great kit gives you OBVITA Organics' complete rejuvenating regime. Whether you are new to OBVITA Organics and would like to try the products or are already an ardent fan and want the smaller sizes to take with you on vacation or a business trip; this kit is the perfect choice. Each of these products have incredible high performance skin healing benefits and when used together produce optimal & professional results.
The giveaway will conclude on April 20th.
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The name OBVITA loosely translates to ‘relating to life’ in Latin. OBVITA Organics’ origin is one of altruistic health education as the organic product suite was born to help clients of our natural health clinic find truly natural alternatives to a conventional world of hidden and not so hidden toxicity. The goal and subsequent accomplishment of OBVITA has been to develop skin care products that are not only healthier but products that feel better and work better. The good news is that the results are in and we have succeeded!
These Organic kits contain all you need to get your skin refreshed, nourished, rejuvenated and healthy. This great kit gives you OBVITA Organics' complete rejuvenating regime. Whether you are new to OBVITA Organics and would like to try the products or are already an ardent fan and want the smaller sizes to take with you on vacation or a business trip; this kit is the perfect choice. Each of these products have incredible high performance skin healing benefits and when used together produce optimal & professional results.