May 30, 2014
I’m all about having a solid “treat yourself” moment, and it’s extra wonderful when it’s done affordably AND from the comfort of your home. Just in time for sandal season, Laura of LollieShopping has found awesome hydrating foot socks to smooth and moisturize your feet so that killer pedicure and new pair of shoes look extra awesome. Click through to LollieShopping for the additional details and where to buy info.
May 29, 2012
[Image via AustralianGold.com]
Sun-kissed luminosity has become a summer must-have. But, a bronzed glow is absolutely not worth the health risks of a tanning bed. Fortunately, so many healthy alternatives exist that are far from toxic or damaging.
May is Melanoma Awareness Month, and for this reason and more, Fashion Pulse Daily wants to help defend skin, while promoting a warm, healthy glow with a roundup of our favorite self tanners for body and face, bronzers and tinted moisturizers. No one will know that your glow is actually faux!
Self Tanners for the Body
Steal: Don’t want to soak up those harmful rays? Give (above) Australian Gold’s Instant Bronze Self Tanning Lotion ($6.79 via Ulta.com) a go! We sampled this to find it gave the even color we craved without much hassle.
[Image via Arcona.com]
Splurge: Ok, so calling this a splurge is a stretch, but we’re not complaining! At $32, Arcona’s Bronzer/Self Tanner is light and oil-free, hydrates with shea butter and protects skin with vitamin E. All this and a natural tan? We’re sold.
Self Tanners for the Face Continue reading…
December 7, 2011
There’s been a lot of questions regarding what parabens are, and why they should be avoided, so we decided to pull together some definitions and products to help to shed light on the subject. When’s the last time you looked at the ingredients in your face soap or moisturizer? Maybe it’s time to start paying attention and deciding what you want and don’t want on your body.
What are parabens? A paraben is any of a group of compounds used as preservatives in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and the food industry (dictionary.com).
What products have parabens? Shampoos, moisturizers, lipstick, foundation, concealer, toothpaste, deodorant, shaving and cleansing gels to name a few. Without parabens, bacteria would begin to develop in the product, potentially harming users.
Why should we avoid parabens? Recently, health concerns are popping up as we are being told to steer clear of paraben products. They are being linked to cancer and/or hormonal disruptions. Whether or not they are incredibly harmful remains in question, but for those who wish to err on the side of safety, we’ve found plenty of products that do not contain parabens.
1. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Lotion: A lightweight moisturizer designed to leave a balanced appearance, priced at $24.50.
2. Neutrogena Naturals is a line devoted to pure, natural skincare. Prices range from a $2.99 lip balm to a $7.49 cleanser.
3. Tarte 24.7 Natural Lip Sheer, SPF 15 gives lips a “treat-mint” with vitamin E and a breath freshening burst, all for $16. Available in 5 shades at Ulta.com.
4. bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation, $25, gives flawless coverage without any harmful substances. Made from only pure, crushed minerals, this powder feels like a cream. Check out the entire Bare Escentuals line available at Sephora.com
5. Laura Geller Sugar Free Blush and Brighten Boysenberry, $29.50 The matte finish of this blush provides a warm, natural-looking flush to the skin, while the color palette is just exquisite to look at.
The preservatives may help shelf life, but these paraben-free products are more concerned with real life. If the results are real, why not take a natural approach to skincare? To find a range of products and brands specifically paraben free and/or made mainly of natural ingredients, most beauty e-tailers now offer sections dedicated just to that classification at places like Sephora, ULTA, and Drugstore.com.
-Alana Quagliariello
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November 12, 2009
Via thefind.com:
Find your inner “celebutante” this holiday season. For celebrating the season festive dressing is all about sparkle, shine and glittery glam! I know that Thanksgiving hasn’t yet arrived, but it’s not too early to prepare for holiday merry making, mischief and mirth! I’ve rounded up a few accessories to get you in the mood and inspired for fabulous fetes ahead…
A ginormous cocktail ring is essential, the bigger and more sparkly the better. Kenneth Jay Lane is the master of statement making costume jewelry. You can’t get more giant or sparkly than these Emerald Cut Cocktail Rings by Kenneth Jay Lane, ($100 each at Vivre.com). Instead of your go-to LBD how a dazzling sequined number like this Marc Jacobs Sequined zebra-stripe dress ($2,800 from Net-a-Porter). On your feet some glistening patent leather strappy sandals, something like these Lanvin Bow-embellished patent sandals ($1,095 also from Net-a-Porter). Under your arm a crystal embellished clutch will do just the trick. I love this brightly hued silk satin PRADA Stones Clutch Pink ($1,295.00 at Barneys.com). On your ears some pave pyramid stud earrings (Juicy Couture, $48).
To add the finishing touch to your prettiest look to Benefit’s Celebutante value kit ($34 at ULTA). The kit includes Set includes: High Beam luminescent complexion enhancer, Benetint, Rose-tinted lip & cheek stain, Dallas, the Outdoor glow for the indoor gal face powder, Lip gloss in I’m with the band, Full-finish lipstick in lady’s choice, Full-finish lipstick in no competition, Velvet eyeshadow in leggy, Velvet eyeshadow in dandy brandy, Fluff shadow/talent brush & a step-by-step lesson.
To jumpstart your debut as a Celebutante, our friends at ULTA, will award one $50 gift card to a lucky winner of this week’s contest from TheFind. The contest begins Wednesday November 11, 11:59 p.m. PST and ends Wednesday November 18th, 2009 11:59 p.m. PST.
To enter:
1. Become a fan of TheFind.com on Facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/thefind
2. Leave a comment about your fave product from ULTA on TheFind’s Facebook giveaway post.
3. Share the ULTA GiftCard Giveaway post to your Facebook profile.
If you are already a fan of TheFind on Facebook, simply:
1. Leave a comment about your favorite ULTA product on the the Facebook post.
2. Share the ULTA GiftCard Giveaway #2 and post to your Facebook profile.
Good luck!
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