4th OF JULY PATRIOTIC PRODUCT PICKS

BE FABULOUS & HAVE FUN WITH FIREWORKS, 

STARS & STRIPES BEAUTY ESSENTIALS

Celebrate Americas birthday by paying tribute to the stars and stripes with spirited red, white and blue beauty essentials. Here are some great "Patriotic Product Picks" that are perfect for today (and all year round as well:) 

Kiss Me I'm American

Summer’s most striking accessory, the classic red lip, will immediately elevate your 4th of July look, adding sexiness and a dash of old Hollywood glamour. Try jane iredale PureMoist Lipstick in Margi ($25 at janeiredale.com) for a vivid, semi-matte look or jane iredale PureGloss Lip Gloss in Red Currant ($24 at janeiredale.com) for long-lasting shine. All jane iredale products are made in the United States.

The Smell of Freedom

Smell great under the sun or behind the grill and feel patriotic while doing so with red, white and blue perfume picks from FragranceNet.com.

Ralph Lauren Blue ($110.19 at FragranceNet.com) - A deeply evocative fragrance that carefully balances a subtle, flowery tone with fruity and floral notes that are just right for a variety of casual events.

Bvlgari White Fragrance ($45.19 at FragranceNet.com) - This unisex fragrance offers musk and white tea notes that blend well with hints of ambergris, ablemosk, white pepper, and artemisia leaves.

Hidden Fantasy by Britney Spears ($26.19 at FragranceNet.com) - Perfect for casual wear, this fragrance has notes of stargazer lily, fluid sandalwood, and sweet Napolitano cake that beautifully combine with the scents of jacaranda wood and grapefruit blossom. The resulting aroma is one that is sure to leave an impact on everyone you meet.

Battle of the Sun

July 4th will come and go, but sun damage and wrinkles will last a life time. Combat the sun’s rays with Ultima Clear White Protective Day Lotion SPF30 ($66.50 at FragranceNet.com), which offers optimal sun shield while minimizing melanin production, and Guinot Stick Anti-UV SPF50 ($28.50 at FragranceNet.com), which is especially formulated for strong sun and ultra sensitive areas of the face. Post-sun cool skin off with DECLÉOR After Sun Soothing Milk for Body ($38 at decleorusa.com), which immediately soothes and restores the skin’s moisture level; repairs damage caused by the sun and prolongs the skin’s youthful appearance ensuring a glowing and even tan.

Eye Pledge Allegiance to the Flag

Play up eyes on the 4th with jane iredale PurePressed Eye Shadows in Red Carpet, White and Blue Hour ($19 each at janeiredale.com). These highly pigmented shadows are simple to blend, sensitivity-tested and they stay put for gorgeous, crease-free, long-lasting eye color. All jane iredale products are made in the United States.

Quick Fixes

Melting Makeup? Spritz face with jane iredale POMMISST Hydration Spray ($27 at FragranceNet.com) for an instant refresher.

Burger breath? Freshen breath and brighten teeth with Supersmile Crystal Collection Toothbrush ($15, www.supersmile.com) and Supersmile Professional Whitening Toothpaste in Cinnamon ($21, supersmile.com), which happens to be the #1 recommended toothpaste by cosmetic dentists worldwide.

Frizzing Out? Don’t let the heat go to your head (literally!). Use Chi Shine Infusion Hair Shine Spray ($13.25 at FragranceNet.com), which provides an instant polished shine, repairs split ends and eliminates frizz and flyaways.

Show off your 4th of July spirit in style with some great All-American, patriotic essentials from Hope Paige. Featuring gorgeous bracelets with red, white and blue themed beads, charms and crystals, Hope Paige has created the ultimate USA-themed safety accessory for 2014. Perfect for those attending festivities with food allergies, diabetes or other conditions, this fun bracelet is the perfect way to show your national pride while staying safe in case of an emergency. All bracelets come custom engraved with wearer's must-know medical info that will blend into your stylish holiday wear while providing life-saving assistance in the case of an emergency. Visit www.hopepaige.com for more information. 

With Liberty and CND Nail Art for All..

CND® VINYLUX Weekly Polish in Rouge Red, Cream Puff and Blue Rapture

Show off your American patriotism with festive fingertip fashion from CND® VINYLUX® Weekly Polish. Choose a manicure or pedicure in Blue Rapture, Rouge Red, or rock a perfect-for-summer all-white look in Cream Puff. Share your CND®-inspired patriotic nail art by hashtagging #CND #VINYLUX. America - land of the free and home of fabulous nails.

~Evelyn Lugo