2.06.2009

Hands On


If you're anything like me, this cold weather just attacks your skin.

Dermatologists will tell you it's from the combo of dry heat and low humidity (moisture) in the air.

Also, many of us spend a lot of time washing our hands, which also dries them out. But don't stop washing. It is the single best way to stop the spread of germs.

That said, it is also very important to keep hands lubricated. There's no shortage of products on the market -- in different price brackets.

Right now I am enjoying Goldfaden's Hands On. It's a dewy cream that aids in anti-aging and anti-pigmentation. I will be honest, I don't have a lot of age spots, although I am sure they will come one day. I like this product for its ultra-soothing feel on my dry, rough hands.
Goldfaden products are packed with vitamins and Red Tea extract, an antioxidant which helps slow the aging process. Again, this is important because our hands get so much sun damage. But I can't help noticing how smooth my hands feel after using this cream. I suspect it is also helping to keep my nail beds in good shape.


If you do try this product, let me know what you think about it. And if you want to buy it, you can find it at dermstore.

2.05.2009

Hudson update





A few days ago I wrote about the divine Jennifer Hudson. She's getting rave reviews for her performance at Sunday's Super Bowl.
Not only did she sing like a true champion, she also looked like one.

Here is one product that was used:
Avon's Super Shock mascara.

Hudson's makeup artist Sam Fine painted this mascara on to false lashes.
$8.50

He also lined the inside rims of Hudson's eyes with Avon's Ultra luxury liner for depth and definition.

2.03.2009

www.lippmanncollection.com

We all know that Kate Winslet is smart, sexy and talented.
Plus, she does a mean American Express commercial.
But did you know she's also a trendsetter when it comes to her nails?

I'm loving this white polish from Deborah Lippmann.

Not only does it make your nails pop, it will probably lift your spirits too.

A couple of added benefits ... the polish is infused with green tea and biotin to strengthen the nail bed.

Also, polishes in the Lippmann Collection are free of Toluene, formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate.

2.02.2009

Hello Gorgeous!


Can we just say Hello Gorgeous!

Whoever did Jennifer Hudson's hair and makeup is a genius. 
She looked and sounded like a rock star last night at the Super Bowl. 

I cried watching Hudson sing because of the enormous pain she must be going through right now. She sang with gusto and grace and impressed me greatly. I loved her in Dreamgirls and Sex and the City, but she blew me away last night.

But mostly I wondered about this young woman's heartache. I'm on the verge of motherhood and I don't know what I would do without my mom. 

Congrats to J.H. on her performance. Her family would have been very, very proud.



1.31.2009

V-DAY SURPRISES




V-day is just around the corner. Let's be honest -- you probably don't want to go spending big bucks right now on gifts.
But you can still treat yourself or a friend or your mom to a fun treat without breaking the bank.


1) This year skip the chocolates ...

From Bare Escentuals' Buxom line ... a great cherry-colored plumping lip polish in "Charity" red that supports the fight against heart disease in women. 






2) From Avon -- adorable lip balms that soothe parched lips and make you feel like a kid again.
And, at $.99 you can't go wrong. 
Tuck one in your pocket -- and keep one at work. 
These balms are guaranteed to make you feel better and they're calorie-free.

3) Need to keep your lips shiny and moist? Try Miss Oops' Pucker Protector, the balm that's dressed like a gloss. It has SPF protection and freshens the breath with a minty scent. Can be used under or over lipstick.
$14

1.30.2009

Three Custom Color Specialists


Just wanted to give a a quick shout out to my friends at 


Wishing Trae, Chad & company the best of luck with the launch of their new online Pro Shop ... for makeup professionals and beauty junkies...


Looking for a recession-friendly pick-me-up?

 Try Simply Beautiful Sheer Lipstick or gloss.
Perfect for every skin tone.
$21.50

1.28.2009

Bottoms Up!

So my package from Tarte arrived and I promised to review their new ReCreate foundation
(I will, don't worry)
But first I had to tell you about Tarte's new mascara.
It's called Bottoms Up. It's for the lower lashes, but I use it on top too.
The formula is water-resistant and not supposed to flake.
But the key here is the product's tapered brush that allows you to coat even the tiniest lashes...
Use it sparingly and with a light hand and you will be pleased with the results.
One caveat -- I don't recommend this product for folks with very fair lashes. Although I like this mascara, it does clump just a TEENY bit, and it may overwhelm very fine and/or fair lashes.
Bottoms Up; $16
The product is free of parabens, mineral oils, phthalates and sulfates.Bottoms Up™ - Lower Lash MascaraWANT MORE *TARTE*
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1.22.2009

Tarte!


My new Tarte foundation just arrived and I am looking forward to trying it out. Look for my review here tomorrow.

1.21.2009

Love in Here to Stay

I love discounts and deals. 
Enjoy free shipping & a free sample of Here to Stay Mascara with any Prescriptives purchase through 1/24/09.

Code: Love9


1.20.2009

MAC goes Mineral!





Jessie Bedrin here. Jaime's admiring sis-in-law who loves all things product since she was a little girl. 
I really hit the "in-law jackpot" with my successful and beautiful sis, who let me guest blog today as I review Mineralize Skin Finish/Natural by MAC.

The background here is that I am looking for a low/natural-coverage everyday foundation. I have combination, sensitive skin, so it's very tricky for me to avoid flakes while not going greasy. I don't love the feel of liquid foundations but powder triggers flakes in my t-zone. Mineral foundations seem to be all the rage these days. I tried Sephora's 10-day sample of Bare Minerals and was disappointed. It didn't apply evenly and an hour into wearing it I was oily. So, after not wearing MAC Studio Fix since my high school days I decided to try out their Mineral Skin Finish in Light/Medium -- the price is right at $25 and it comes in an easy compact you can travel with. Three days in I am very satisfied. It is very natural, very light, and my sensitive skin goes about 6-8 hours before needing a touch up. You can layer on the coverage, though it will definitely will never get to be full coverage. It can be used alone (like I do) or to set your favorite foundation. So if you're looking for something very light to even out your skin tone and finish off your natural-looking day makeup, this is a good find.


Editor's note:
Thanks to Jessica for her guest blog post. Look for more posts from Jessie in the future.