Introducing Palmer's Haircare: Olive Oil & Coconut Oil

STRONG, SHINY, HEALTHY & HYDRATED HAIR WITH PALMER'S DRY OIL MISTS & LEAVE IN CONDITIONER

I have been a huge fan of Palmer's Cocoa Butter skin care line over 25 years now (even more after their Hercules movie preview) but recently my attention has steered towards their hair care line. Do you have hair that is thirsty (raises hand), unmanageable, suffers breakage or has heat styling damage? Well in that case, allow me to introduce three new additions to the Palmer's hair care line: Palmer's NEW Dry Oil Mist ($8.99 each) available in Coconut Oil and Olive Oil formula and Olive Olive Oil Leave In Conditioner. I know what you're thinking: "Dry Oil, I bet it's greasy?" No, not at all. In fact the dry oil mists are weightless, are parabens and sulfate free and leave your hair super shiny!

Let's take a look at each of these three amazing new hair oils, from Palmer's ....

CARMEX: A TRICK OF THE LIGHT

NEW COLD SORE TREATMENT FROM CARMEX

WITH TRIPLEX FORMULA ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

Tiny but mighty: $14.99, 0.07 oz. tube

Cold sores are not exactly something you want to discuss, that is until you get one yourself. NO, I don't have one (but I wish I did, so I could post pics, lol) but I do have a few friends who suffer from recurring cold sores, so I feel and see their pain! You feel isolated and embarrassed, so of course they wouldn't let me take pictures for this review (boo to you), but I will tell you that they quickly tried this new CARMEX: Cold Sore Treatment with TriPLEX Formula ($14.99 - 0.07 oz. tube) and gave it the thumbs up. Also, I ran across a couple dolls at NYFW last month (stress triggered an outbreak) and told them about this new product by Carmex and also  received great feedback from them. How long have I known about this? Since the Carmex press preview I attended back in July at Per Se Restaurant. Some things do take time, especially when I'm dealing with resistance. See, ____ I didn't mention your name, lol! 

Carmex press preview at Per Se Restaurant, NYC

What makes Carmex different from the other over the counter cold sore remedies? ....

Pregnant in Heels: Maternity & Baby

RECAP: ROSIE POPE PHOTO SHOOT,

MATERNITY & BABY FALL COLLECTION

Backstage bellies and babies bliss: Pregnant in heel indeed! This past August, I had the pleasure of hanging backstage with Rosie Pope, pregnancy expert, maternity fashion designer, one of today's most relatable parenting experts and the star of Bravo's hit show "Pregnant in Heels." Believe it or not, this was the first photo shoot where it wasn't chaotic, even with a few babies backstage. The vibe was calm, exciting and upbeat.  The sight of models in baby bumps bumping and laughing to the beat of the music absolute made my day and having the chance to chat with Rosie was exactly what I needed. 

Rosie Pope's Maternity Photo-shoot, at Industria Superstudio 

Make-Up: Too Faced Cosmetics #COCOAFILTER

SAY GOOD BYE TO PHOTO FILTERS: 

LIMITED EDITION TOO FACED COSMETICS

#COCOAFILTER KIT

It's no secret that I love anything chocolate (seriously) so when Too Faced Cosmetics sent me their #CocoaFilter kit, I could already smell the cocoa even before opening the box! I am a huge fan of the Too Faced Chocolate Soleil (also available in Milk Chocolate, lighter shade) as a bronzer and believe me when I say this baby is infused with actual cocoa powder, which makes anyone want to lick your face (just don't let them, unless you want that wet streak on your face!) 

Well, now until October 20th you can get this CocoaFilter kit for only $90 (a $132 value), when you use the offer code COCOAFILTER on TooFaced.com. Included in this kid, is their NEW Cocoa Powder Foundation, infused with cocoa powder and cocoa butter. Let's take a closer look at the choco-licious goodies in this kit, with my animated pics: 

M∙A∙C The Matte Lip

M∙A∙C THE MATTE LIP, 

PRO LONGWEAR LIP PENCILS & PRO LONGWEAR BLUSH

         

Fierce, feminine and utterly irresistible, The Matte Lip is here to stay! Revamp your look with daring new shades of our iconic matte lipstick. Vibrant hues like fuchsia Velvet Violet and La Vie En Rouge are a bold contrast to the rich burgundy of Fashion Revival and sultry nude of Styled in Sepia. For the ultimate in color intensity, Pro Longwear Lip Pencils enhance Lipstick in super-saturated shades that make a classic, modern statement. Go for the bright cool rouge of Trust in Red or amp it up with a boost in new Bespoken For, a dark, creamy plum. For a polished finish, accent with the soft, pinky hues of Pro Longwear Blush — long-lasting color that’s purely fabulous.

The Matte Lip, Pro Longwear Lip Pencil and Pro Longwear Blush

Let check out the fabulous shades of matte lipsticks, Pro Longwear lip pencils and blushes....

Skincare: L’occitane Whipped Shea Butter/World Sight Day 10/9

L’OCCITANE LAUNCHES NEW SHEA WHIPPED COLLECTION, CELEBRATES WORLD SIGHT DAY 

WITH SHEA SOLIDARITY SOAP

Today October 8th, L'occitane launches their new Shea Whipped Collection: Whipped Shower Foam, Whipped Hand Cream and Whipped Body Cream. Whipped airy and light as egg whites, this ultra nourishing shea butter deliciously nourishes dry skin. Available in a Hand Cream ($12), Body Cream ($24) and a Shower Foam ($20)

October 8th is World Sight Day

BCA: essie Joins City of Hope

ESSIE 2014 BREAST CANCER AWARENESS COLLECTION: 

PINKING ABOUT YOU, I PINK I CAN & PINK HAPPY

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and this year essie is proud to join City of Hope, a leading cancer research and treatment center developing tomorrow’s cures today. essie hopes you will choose a cheerful new shade of pink to help remind you, and the world, that breast cancer awareness starts with each of us. 

essie's Breast Cancer Awareness 2014 Collection Pinking About You, I pink I Can and Pink Happy retails for $8.50 per bottle and is available starting October 2014 at essie.com and at fine salons and beauty destinations worldwide. Why did essie choose these three shades for Breast Cancer Awareness? "When we created these shades, we were pinking about you. When you’ve got friends in your corner and feel pampered and polished with beautiful nails, just say “i pink i can” -- and you will. Whichever color you choose, you can’t help but get pink happy....

My BCA essie "pink pick?" i pink i can

essie "pink happy" and "i pink i can"

Let's take a look at the trio that essie launched for Breast Cancer Awareness Month....

Dove Haircare

DOVE ADVANCED HAIR SERIES

PURE CARE DRY OIL COLLECTION, STYLE+CARE

I've always loved Dove for my skin, but lately I love how Dove is also caring for my curls. With the summer gone and a lot of sun, beach and styling damage left behind, my curls feel dry and rough and are in desperate need of TLC. Dove came to the rescue and sent me a cool care package, containing their Advanced Hair Series Dry Oil Shampoo (silicone-free formula), Conditioner, Style+Care Frizz-Free Shine Cream Serum and Whipped Cream Mousse. I had previously received Dove's Nourishing Oil Care Anti-Frizz Serum and already use it for added shine and frizz prevention when my hair needs added control. 

Introducing: M∙A∙C Ultimate

M∙A∙C ULTIMATE:
 LIPSTICKS & POWDERS

AVAILABLE NOW IN THE PERMANENT LINE

The epitome of bold luxury, M∙A∙C Ultimate combines an innovative design aesthetic with the sumptuous formulas of our Ultimate Lipstick and Sheer Mystery Powder. Ten new lip colors are utterly chic, while Sheer Mystery Powder smoothes onto skin in luminous hues that are barely there. Perfectly encased in modern geometric designs, this standout packaging features a sleek chrome finish in two cult-collectible accessories....

Introducing: Stila & BaubleBar Holiday 2014

LIMITED-EDITION STILA COSMETICS & BAUBLEBAR 
HOLIDAY COSMETIC COLLABORATION

Get ready to be showered with jewels this holiday season. In celebration of 20 memorable holiday seasons, Stila Cosmetics celebrates the 2014 holidays, with a limited-edition accessory collaboration with BaubleBar! These gift sets are available  at Stilacosmetics.com, Sephora, ULTA, Dillards and Nordstrom. 

You won't disappoint this holiday season with these limited edition gift sets by Stila. I already have my sights set on a couple of sets, both for myself and as gifts. Lets check out all the available sets (click on product name link, to order yours!): 

BCA: The Power of Pink

SHOWING MY BCA SUPPORT THIS OCTOBER 

& ALL YEAR ROUND, WITH MY PRETTY, PORTABLE PINK LAPTOP, FROM QVC!

"Productivity to go", for the gal who is always on the go! Running between beauty events, launches and my full-time day job, sometimes its hard waiting to write until I get home. Last month during a very busy NYFW run, I so wished that I had a portable laptop to use in between shows. Those moments when I sat at Lincoln Center recharging my equipment, or at my second home Starbucks, this would've come in handy. I know what you're thinking: "how can the gal with so many gadgets, not have one...right?" Well, I prefer larger laptops when I'm working at home (similar to guys wanting a large screen TV to watch the game) so my 17" HP laptop just isn't practical to around (plus it weighs 7 lbs.) My tablets are great, but when you type 86 words a minute, a touchscreen won't cut it and neither will a blue-tooth keyboard (I've tried.) 

Meet "Pinky" my new portable pal!

INTRODUCING: M∙A∙C Brooke Shields

M∙A∙C BROOKE SHIELDS

AVAILABLE IN STORES NOW THROUGH

OCTOBER 30, 2014

M∙A∙C partners with Brooke Shields to create a limited-edition color collection of shades and finishes chosen by Brooke herself, inspired by her own favorite looks for day and night – easy, modern and beautiful. This limited-edition Beauty Icon collection is made all the more special with Brooke’s signature embossed on light grey packaging with brilliant orange accents. #MACBrookeShields