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Friday, September 28, 2012

Share Your Hope with Keranique for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

EACH YEAR IT IS ESTIMATED THAT OVER 200,000 WOMEN WILL BE DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER AND ALMOST 40,000 WILL DIE.

Keranique hopes to change this: Keranique is partnering with the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) for Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October.

Keranique hopes to raise $10,000 for NBCF: For each Facebook fan who shares a message of HOPE, Keranique will donate $1 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.  Help us get 10,000 shares; help us raise $10,000!

We hope you will help: Share your message of HOPE on your wall.  Tell your friends and families $1=early detection plan.  Help us increase awareness of breast cancer and save lives through early detection!  

Starting Monday, October 1st, new and existing fans to the Keranique Facebook page will be encouraged to ‘Share’ a message of hope.   

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Review: Joey Healy Luxe Brow Powder and Duo Brow Brush

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I’m going to let you in on a little secret: I’m naturally blonde. Yep. So whenever I put on makeup, which is everyday, I have to do something to my brows (which are a very light brown). Since I color my hair red, it is conceivable that I would want to have reddish brown brows, right? Well, it is extremely difficult to find the right product to make them this color. 

Recently I was able to try out a product from brow guru Joey Healy that actually looked great on my brows and didn’t make me look like I had caterpillars above my eyes. I am so happy!!!!
Joey Healy is a prominent eyebrow stylist, makeup artist and esthetician. He has worked at Bloomingdales, Bergdorf Goodman and Barney’s New York. He found that customer service is the key to having a successful career. In 2009 he started his mobile eyebrow division and in 2011 started The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection. His products are available at www.joeyhealy.com.

The Luxe Brow Powders ($28.00) come in 6 shades. The formula is waterproof so that brows can stay beautiful all day long. The six shades are:
Parchment: for the fairest, platinum blondes to the light haired. It adds a soft beige tone and a hint of warmth to pale brows. This shade also makes a stunning eyeshadow!
Corduroy: a cool ash tone without any trace of red, this tone works well with blonde or brunette. Depending on the intensity of the application, this color is the chameleon to the taupe family.
Equestrian: for the redheads, the rarest of beauties. Often overlooked, this color has a natural cinnamon tone. Ideal for the majority of redheads and strawberry blondes. It is a rusty, earthy red that is never brassy.
Moccasin: for a warm toned brunette or an auburn headed woman. A clove of brown with a rich touch of mahogany.
Tobacco: This color is a robust, dark chocolate brown like its namesake. It can be a thought of as a catch all color for all rich, brunette hues. It is perfect for all dark haired women and unlike many dark powders, it never turns red and remains neutral throughout the day.
Raven: This is the color that the dark haired women have been searching for. It is hard for women of dark hair to find a color that is realistic. It is the perfect onyx shade with cool tones, no red, just soft smoke to charcoal black.
As you can see, there is a good selection of colors, which other brands do not offer. For years that has been my biggest gripe. Also, I have had the hardest time finding a color that looks good with my chosen hair color. I know my brows aren’t the best (I tweezed them to oblivion when I was younger and I advise not to do that). In the photos below you will see that the color I am using (Equestrian) looks very natural. I used the Duo Brow Brush ($28.00), which I found was the perfect complement to the powder. The brush was small enough so that I could apply the powder to my brows without using too much in any area. (I just got a new camera yesterday and I am trying to see which settings are the best, so excuse me.)
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My thoughts: I like the color, finally a real color for me! I like that there are six shades to choose from. As you can see, the Equestrian matches my hair very well. The price is a little much, however, when I used it I only had to use a tiny amount to get my brows done. Which means that this product will last ages. You only need to use a little to get the job done. I think this is a great product, if you are willing to spend the money. Thumbs up!!!!!

Don’t forget to enter the giveaway. Win one of the Keranique products listed! (http://iamthemakeupjunkie.blogspot.com/2012/09/reader-giveaway-ease-frizz-this-fall.html)

(The above product was given for promotional consideration. My reviews are honest. Otherwise, why would you read my blog?)

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Reader Giveaway! Keranique 8-Day Intensive Treatment


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Summer means beach-y waves and undone hair, but with fall in full swing its back to smooth, shiny dos. On her most recent tour of Southeast Asia, Kate Middleton had us all lusting after her luminous locks and showed that even in the most humid conditions, perfectly glossed hair is possible.
With the help of the Keranique system for women, your tresses will be hydrated and nourished from root to tip for silky strands that will have the Duchess green with envy!
Co-founders Dr. Mindy Goldstein and Tammy Yaiser combined their expertise to devise a structure that worked to cleanse, nourish and treat the scalp – providing a healthy base to stimulate new, healthy hair growth.
The Keranique solution involves the 3 simple and easy steps:
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Step 1: Cleanse & Condition
· The Keranique Volumizing Shampoo gently deep cleans, stimulates/nourishes the scalp and follicles, and removes oil/build up that drags hair down. The shampoo is free of sulfates, parabens and synthetic fragrances. ($35)
· The Keranique Volumizing Conditioner coats the hair to make each strand thicker and protects fine hair with a unique cream-gel formula that doesn’t weigh it down. It is also formulated to help hydrate and stimulate micro-circulation around the hair follicle to help nourish the hair. The conditioner’s blend of technologies penetrates each hair shaft to help smooth cuticles, mend split ends and decrease hair breakage. ($35)
Step 2: Treat Thinning Hair
· The Keranique 8-Day Intensive Treatment is a major advancement in hair anti-aging, which contains the highest recommended concentration of a clinical strength, patented peptide to help strengthen and “anchor” the hair at the root. This highly concentrated, leave-in scalp therapy also helps reduce DHT on the scalp, stimulate skin proteins, and reduce scalp irritation to support thicker, healthier hair as it grows. ($60)
· The Keranique Follicle-Boosting Serum addresses thinning hair at the follicles using a peptide and stem cell technology. Apple stem cells target the hair follicle to protect, nourish and strengthen it for maximum hair growth. The serum is weightless and alcohol-free. ($30)
· The Keranique Hair Regrowth Treatment features 2% Minoxidil, the only FDA-approved treatment clinically-proven to help regrow hair. This treatment is for women with thinning hair looking for serious and long-term solutions. ($25)
Step 3: Style
(These products are great for those seeking some extra volume!)

· The Keranique Volumizing Lifting Spray targets the root area to add instant volume, bounce and shine, plus it protects each hair shaft against breakage and harmful heat damage caused by styling irons and blow dryers. The spray is weightless, alcohol-free, and works best with heat. ($20)
· The Keranique Fortifying Mousse makes hair smoother to touch, easier to brush, and spring back with a slight resistance to create body, fullness and volume. It is scientifically blended to maintain hair’s body without adding stiffness. ($20)
Keranique products are available via www.keranique.com and www.hsn.com.
How would you like to try the Keranique system? Do you have thinning hair? Have you thought about it? How would you like to win the an item from the system? Read below and find out how! I have tried the products and I adore them!

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The Details: To Enter, Leave a Comment With The Product That Your Favorite Blog Entry or Keranique Product. All Entries Must Be From The United States and 18 Years or Older. Contest Runs From September 26, 2012-October 10, 2012.

I'm so very sorry. I misunderstood what item was to be given away. The item (Intensive Treatment) is worth $60 and is a great product. I think you will find it a wonderful item!

















Jan Marini’s Rejuvenate & Protect Facebook Giveaway

 

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Jan Marini just launched its Rejuvenate & Protect Giveaway on Facebook. By simply “Liking” the Jan Marini Facebook page, ten lucky winners will receive the C-ESTA Face Serum and the new Marini Physical Protectant SPF 45 – a $135 value!

Jan Marini’s C-ESTA Serum dramatically rejuvenates skin.  With continued use skin will appear smooth and supple and will become measurably firmer and more resilient. Deep lines will appear far less pronounced, skin tones will even out and the skin will appear noticeably younger and healthier.

The new Marini Physical Protectant is the ultimate in physical protection and is the newest product to join Jan Marini’s highly acclaimed sun protection offering. This weightless, cosmetically elegant formulation combines multiple antioxidants with broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection to prevent sun damage and help decrease the risk of skin cancer and premature aging while soothing and calming UV and heat distressed skin. Microscopic sponges and a universal tint provide sustained oil control in a sheer, matte finish that is ideal for all skin types.

Visit the Jan Marini Facebook page to enter. Ten winners will be announced on October 17th, 2012.

 

(The above is a press release intended to inform about a contest.)

Review: Giorgio Armani Maestro Eraser Dark Circle Concealer

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Just recently I did what some would consider a glowing review of the Giorgio Armani Maestro Fusion Makeup. I ADORE this foundation so much that I had to try the concealer. The concealer is $40.00 for 0.5 fl. oz./15 ml and is available on the Giorgio Armani website (http://www.giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com/Maestro-Eraser-Concealer/A301,default,pd.html?dwvar_A301_color=2&cgid=concealer) and at their various doors.

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It comes in 6 shades. I don’t know how their shade system works, but I am extremely fair and I am shade number 2. I expected a lot from this concealer, considering 1) it is $40 and 2) the Maestro Fusion foundation is my Holy Grail of foundations. My dark circles aren’t really all that bad to begin with, they are fairly mild. Dark circles are due to: genetics, allergies, a lack of sleep, sun exposure and aging. Supposedly this product combines skincare and makeup to make an illuminating concealer with a fine texture. It is supposed to instantly brighten the eye area, gradually fade away dark circles, and it also moisturizes the eyelids to enhance eyes and the radiance of the face. Giorgio Armani claims that after 2 months dark circles are visibly reduced (conducted on 22 women with dark circles).

They usually develop in adults. The concealer comes out kind of watery, not too thick. Just a little is needed to use under the eyes. I applied with my fingers and patted it around the lower eyelid area. It did conceal the dark circles I had, but, as mentioned, mine are not that dark. I feel that if I had circles that were much darker, I would have had to use much more product and that kind of defeats the purpose I think.

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This product is not an inexpensive one, so if you have very dark undereye circles, it is not likely this is the one that will work for you. Even though the company claims that it does help to lighten undereye circles, if you have to use a lot of product to begin with, it becomes an expensive endeavor. It might be something you can try one time and if it works for you, then it can become part of your routine. Just remember that at $40.00 it had better work really well! Currently I am still using the foundation and loving it. I still recommend it!

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Firmoo: Get A Pair of Free Glasses. No Joke!

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Eyeglasses are expensive. Very expensive. Often you can pay upwards of $300 for a nice pair of frames and lenses. The new trend is to buy online. I had a friend who did this and I thought she was nuts, but she was very happy with the frames and lenses she bought. I said, “whatever floats your boat!”
Just recently I was approached by the nice folks at Firmoo.com and they said I could pick out a pair of frames and lenses, write about them and possibly promote the site. I was somewhat flabbergasted. At first I thought it was a joke. However, I did pick out a pair of sunglasses. Unfortunately my lenses are too strong and cannot be placed into the frames (I am blind as a bat). That’s okay. I am going to take these cute frames somewhere else and get my lenses placed in them. Here is what was included besides the frames: a hard glasses case, a soft cloth to clean them, another cloth case and a small repair kit with screws.
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Why choose Firmoo.com? They offer over 300 styles of affordable and stylish frames for you to choose from. You can buy 8 pairs of different eyewear on the site instead of only one pair at the local retail outlet or mall with the same amount money. Different clothes, different mood, different glasses every day, sounds interesting, huh? And if you don’t want to rack your brain to think it over which style suits you most, they offer a Virtual Try-On System that helps you see how you look with our glasses or sunglasses. You even are able to use your own photo to try our eyewear virtually, and also you can share your awesome try-on photo on yours and Firmoo’s Facebook wall and see what your friends think of it. They think it’s pretty fun and helpful!
Here are some photographs of me with the sunglasses on. I think they fit my face shape well (that is why I chose the shape I did, because I have between a round and oval face shape). The glasses fit well, are not loose at all. When I did look at the options for putting in your prescription, it was fairly easy. All you had to do was have your prescription and then the pupil distance. If you didn’t know it, you could either measure it yourself or have someone do it for you. The folks at Firmoo recommend an average of 3 measurements to get a good pupil distance.
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Since my script is difficult, I did opt out of that. I really like the sunglasses though and they look like sunglasses that are of any designer brand. When you go to the website you will see there is a large selection to choose from. Please take advantage of the following offer: http://www.firmoo.com/free-glasses.html. Who knows how much you will save! Thank you to the folks at Firmoo for “opening my eyes” to saving money with online optical stores. 

(This product was given for promotional consideration. My reviews are honest.)

Monday, September 24, 2012

Indie Lee Presents Freebie Fridays!

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Indie Lee & Co, an all-natural luxury skincare line, is hosting a sweepstakes to inspire a pure and healthy beauty routine. Simply like them on Facebook and enter to win an Indie Lee “Power Trio,” which includes The Body Balm, The Body Scrub and The Daily Moisturizing Oil.

One winner will be chosen every Friday this Fall!

FreeBEE Fridays are Here for the Fall: Win the Medicine Mama’s Apothecary Collection

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FreeBEE Fridays are Here for the Fall:

Win the Medicine Mama’s Apothecary Collection

NEW healing Medicine Mama’s Apothecary products Bee Magic, Bee Magic Wand, Baby & Mama, and V Magic.

This all-natural, 100% organic collection comprised of pure bee ingredients such as royal jelly, pure honey, propolis, beeswax and pollen help to:

· Provide overnight skin nutrition on the face and body to reveal radiant and supple skin

· Treat rashes, burns and scars

· Protect cuts, scrapes and bites from infection

· Relieve sun-burnt skin

· Guard against sport-related chafing

· Soothe dry and irritated skin

Available at Whole Foods and online via www.medicinemamasapothecary.com

Simply click on the link below to enter Medicine Mama’s Apothecary Fall Facebook promotion!

http://on.fb.me/OXbtIz

The first winner will be selected on Friday, September 28th and the last winner will be selected on Friday, November 16th.

Review: Anastasia Beverly Hills Want You To Want Me Holiday Eyeshadow Set and Kisses On My List Lipgloss Set

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This is the first of two reviews for the great holiday sets released by Anastasia Beverly Hills. I was lucky enough to get to try these sets and I am happy to say that these are amazing deals. Anastasia Beverly Hills has been flying under the radar with her brow products but she has been releasing some great eyeshadows and lipglosses that I really like. This set retails for $34.00 at www.anastasia.net or wherever Anastasia Beverly Hills is sold.

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The Want You to Want Me is a kit within a clutch…a nod to the glam and decadence of the 1970’s. It is a cute black velvet clutch that contains an eyeshadow palette with nine eyeshadows, a black liquid eyeliner, a clear brow set gel and a double ended eyeshadow brush. The eyeshadows are a mix of matte and shimmers. The shadows are (from top left of the palette going right in each row): Platform Wedge (matte medium cream), Front Row Center (shimmery cream), Ziggy (shimmery cool lilac with silver shimmer), Members Only (matte medium warm brown), Power Ballad (shimmery cool taupe), Jellies (shimmery cool pink), Graphic T’s (shimmery cool deep taupe with gold shimmer), Brass In Pocket (shimmery copper) and Iron On (shimmery eggplant with pink shimmer). The first two colors are very light and don’t show up as well on my skin but would look good under the brow. Otherwise, the colors are pigmented.

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The second set I tried that Anastasia Beverly Hills came out with this holiday season is an adorable gloss set with six lovely colors, called Kisses on My List. These are colors anyone would want to wear. Three of the colors are sheer, opalescent Ultra-hydrating glosses and three are new Hypercolor glosses that react with your skin’s chemistry to stain the lips a custom hue that is yours alone. The Ultra-hydrating formula has been shown to improve the lip’s moisture. One key ingredient is Brown Algae, which firms, hydrates and revitalizes the appearance of skin. The Balkan Botanical® Infusion is an exclusive antioxidant-rich complex helps soften that soothes and hydrates the skin. The set retails for $30.00 at www.anastasia.net or wherever Anastasia Beverly Hills is sold.


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Each gloss is named after famous 70’s muses you won’t soon forget. The colors are as follows: Moi (matte coral), Maggie May (matte nude), Sharona (shimmery coral with gold), Lola (cool pink with gold shimmer), Jolene (warm pink shimmer with silver) and Roxanne (warm pink with gold shimmer).
Here are four different face charts that I am going to show you so you can do some of the looks recommended by the Anastasia Beverly Hills makeup artists.

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I tried a variation of the Heart of Glass look. I took Brass in Pocket and used it all over the lid and under the brow. Then instead of Members Only in the crease, which on me would not be seen, I used Graphic T’s. I then used it under the eye to line. I used the liquid liner in Jet on top of the eye. I used one of the Hydracolor glosses in Lola from the Kisses on My List set. Below you can see my interpretation of the look:

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The set is nice because it contains all neutrals, which is something everyone loves to have. Plus it is a mixture of shimmers and mattes. Both shadow types have good pigmentation and little to no fallout. The liquid eyeliner is nice too. I am wearing it here and you can see it looks nice, it went on very well. That makes me happy. I think it is definitely worth spending $34.00 on because you get the nine eyeshadows, the liquid eyeliner, brush and brow set gel. I see that as a good price point considering some of the other sets that are out this holiday season. I also like the Kisses on My List gloss set. I can never have too many glosses! I can see myself keeping this in my car for touch ups. The colors are all colors that anyone would use. The price is good, it works out to $5 a gloss, which is a good price point. The glosses have a nice sticky feel that will help keep them on the lips so they won’t just slide off right away. There is also good pigmentation in them. Both of these will make good gifts or nice little presents for yourself (yes, I know you do it!).

Here is a behind the scenes look at the Want You To Want Me Photo Shoot!

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(The items above were given for promotional consideration. My reviews are based on my opinions. I am honest in my opinions. If I weren't you wouldn't come and read my blog!)

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