Showing posts with label Skincare. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Skincare. Show all posts

Monday, August 20, 2012

Nailholics Series: Trina Turk & Julep Fall Box

Listen ya'll I don't want you to think that all I do is lust about nail polish all the time but the truth is... I DO! Especially after getting word the Julep Maven has teamed up with Trina Turk Yasss! The colors are just the epitome of all year round wear a combination of brights and neutrals that will please everyone's fancy. Are you signed up yet? If not you can sign up for 1 Cents Here and enter code: Mavenintro . There is also still time to enter my giveaway for a chance to win a box for FREE!  Enter below. In the meantime check out the loveliness that can be yours when you become a Julep Maven.

So which one are you Classic with a Twist, American Beauty, Boho Glam, Bomb Shell or It Girl?



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Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Nailaholics Series: I'm Now A Julep Maven

It was only a matter of time right? I love polish, I love beautiful colors, and I love getting a beautifully wrapped box in the mail monthly. YES! How does Julep Maven work? Here is your answer.

Easy enough right? Yes it is and if by chance you don't necessarily like what colors have been chosen for you based on your style profile, you can skip or change your preference. This month I chose to be Boho Glam check out what colors I received.





Enough about me I want you to try out Julep Maven  as well and guess what it'll only cost you a penny. Yup a PENNY! Here is the link . Use Promo Code: MavenIntro 



Giveaway Alert: Last thing... One lucky reader will receive a Julep Maven box 




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Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Summertime Cleansing with Fresh

I recently got to hang out in my fave neighborhood in NYC Union Square where Fresh made an appearance in a really awesome truck sharing the amazingness that is their number one product Soy Face Cleanser (which I am a huge fan of) The line looped around the block in the dead of the heat but that didn't stop anyone from getting their sample of Soy Face Cleanser, a great beach bag, as well as the lip moisturizer that I also swear by all year round. By mistake I went into the store, I know what you're thinking how'd you do that? I always fall victim to amazing products and wanting to try out everything so I stopped in and trying out their brown sugar body scrub which left my hands and forearms smelling amazing and skin feeling smooth. So of course I had to pick that up and you should to. Here is a chance though to win a 1000 dollar Fresh Shopping Spree. To win check out Fresh on Facebook check out this Fresh Contest Video which explains how you can enter to win. HURRY! CONTEST ENDS TOMORROW! 

                   
                                Fresh Facebook Campaign from kelly loudenberg on Vimeo.





Here are some pictures of my time at the Fresh Truck














Friday, July 20, 2012

Get yourself FRESH



Fresh has announced that they will be launching  The Fresh Beauty Cleanse, which will feature it's best-selling Soy Face Cleanser. The are all about a freshly cleansed face so next week on the 25th and 26th they will be giving away (Yes I said GIVE) an exclusive Fresh Beauty Cleanse Kit that includes the beloved cleanser, BluePrintCleanse Spicy Lemonade, and a card for a free mini Sugar Lip Treatment Advanced Therapy (redeemable at Fresh stores) in a stylish Fresh tote on the streets of NYC. YAY!!! 



I'm always talking about taking care of your skin but more so we have to learn to take care of our insides, it's true what they say what goes in must come out... that doesn't just mean one thing. Since beautiful skin also comes from within, Fresh has invited BluePrint, the original juice company and creators of the famed BluePrintCleanse, to help renew and refresh. 

The Fresh Beauty Cleanse kicks-off on July 25th and 26th with a truck stationed in Union Square & Soho. Fresh specialists will demo the benefits of Soy Face Cleanser, a gentle gel formula that removes impurities and makeup without stripping the skin of essential moisture, while serving BluePrint’s signature Spicy Lemonade. Ladies and Gentleman you can't miss this! 

 Fresh is asking its Facebook fans to share what they are cleansing from and upload a photo that represents it for a chance to win a $1,000 Fresh shopping spree. The Fresh Beauty Cleanse Contest runs from July 25nd to August 8th. Fans can submit a new entry every day, and the person whose entry generates the most “likes” WINS. 

Follow Fresh on Twitter @FreshFounder and on Facebook at facebook.com/fresh for updates on the Fresh Beauty Cleanse truck, Facebook Contest, and other campaign news.

I'll be in Union Square on Wednesday who else is coming out? I'll be taking lots of pics leave me a message in the comments if you're coming so I can find you.



Review: Vapour Organic Beauty

Are you tired of powder, liquid or cream foundation? LOL I know what you thought if I don't like those maybe I shouldn't wear makeup right? Well no, there are other options on the market, two of them being Vapour Atmosphere Luminous Foundation & Atmospere Soft Focus Foundation. 

Vapour’s Atmosphere Luminous Foundation and Atmosphere Soft Focus Foundation instantly transform skin while diminishing the appearance of fine lines, while infusing skin with a blend of anti-oxidants, moisturizing botanicals and rich mineral pigments for a youthful and glowing appearance.


from L-R atmosphere Luminous Foundation, Atmosphere Soft Focus Foundation, Stratus Gold Soft Focus and Stratus Instant Skin Perfector 
                           


L-R S140, S150, and S160 (I didn't shake the 160 ) 

Luminous Foundation in l-r in 150 & 160





Here is my face after just moisturizing with Merlot non oily moisturizer


Here is the Stratus 11 Gold Soft Focus

And here is after application as you can see the skin perfector has lightened the blemishes on my face and has basically evened my skin tone WOW! I would use this all alone on a lazy day. I'm very impressed. 



Now using the Atmosphere Soft Focus Foundation in both S 150 and S 160 ( I mixed it) here are the results



As you can see the blemish on my forehead has been further diminished with application my skin feels super silky and smooth and I love the glow that I get as if I've been kissed by the sun


I think I'm in love! 





Now to test out Stratus Instant Skin Perfector 

Here is my skin after the Perfector by its self. Again I'm blow away by it's ability to even my tone and diminish my imperfections. 



Using the Lumnious Foundation Stick in 150 in the middle of my face( cheeks, t-zone, lip area) and the 160 in the outside portion of my face here are the results
Again a great easy breezy application a little less coverage but never the less I do love it for the on the go no brush necessary application. Do make sure you blend properly.



Pros


  • I was impressed with the touch and feel of both the Luminous and Soft Focus Foundation which had little to no transference on my clothing. 
  • I also loved the fact that if wasn't greasy feeling but gave a look of brightened skin yet I didn't look like I slathered baby oil on my face. 
  • The ability to just use the skin perfector  as well as the Stratus 11 Gold Soft Focus is a plus
  • Whether you have oily, dry or combination skin Vapour Organic Beauty has you covered 
  •  I would advise using the Stratus Soft Focus along with the Atmosphere Soft Focus Foundation for normal, combination to dry skin, if you want more coverage. 
  • For oily skin I'd skip the Stratus Gold Soft Focus and use the Foundation solo.  Or I'd use the Instant Skin Perfector and Soft Focus Foundation combo 


Cons


For me there are no cons although one would say that having to mix two colors to get my complexion is one in itself. Unfortunately I do have to use two but in reality only a few people are one shade.

Merli says: 

This is a must have if you're an organic chica and/or are looking for foundation and a perfector that makes you look like a 2.0 of yourself without the extra chemicals. The Vapour line feels like a second skin and I will be sure to use it on myself and clients who push mineralize cause it's natural, you know who I'm talking about. In short I say Go Get it!


You can purchase Vapour Organic Beauty online at www. vapourbeauty.com www.spiritbeautylounge.com or at www.b-glowing.com 


 What are your fave foundation and skin perfecting products to use in the summer or do you go with the no makeup look all summer long?












* Products were provided for review purposes*






Thursday, June 28, 2012

THE RECAP: HBA Expo

 Here is a recap in photos of the HBA Expo that I attended last week. The HBA Expo is for professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make a splash in the beauty industry and are looking for ways in which to do so. In attendance were beauty brands as well as packaging manufacturers from all over the world. Private brands that will put your name on a product so that you may sell it for profit. My fave part was checking out some of the rising beauty brands that are or have made leaps and bounds in the industry with amazing products that everyone is clammering to use. Some of the standouts included Lolo Barcelona, Me & The Girls,

Lola Barcelona amazing lip gloss and nail lacquers at great price points


Social media, monetizing and blogging panel



Felicia Benson of This That Beauty 
               

Had to zero in on her lovely studded shoes. 



Blogger Meet and Greet the best part of the expo in my opinion




Beauty Maker Kevin James Bennett and FashionBeautyNista Felicia Benson
       


Getting a natural mask... Beautiful in a pepto bismol kind of way
A brand for women and men who have thinning hair or going bald

Owner of Lily B. Skincare
            


Caring for your unmentionables with natural products that cool you down

                 


Sharing info about Delany's Skincare line
             

               


The Fine Texan Mr. Delaney himself


Sharon Hackney of Me & The Girls


Me & The Girls Products


What a beautiful presentation and the perfumes smelled amazing! 


Listening and smelling intently




   
              
Explaining why Previse is a cut above the rest


The Previse Skincare line is amazing! 


Kim's Lamik Beauty 


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