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The past three years as a writer, now Senior Editor, have been quiet the wild one: celebs, events, designers, make-up artists, renowned hair gurus, press previews, new launches, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, same-day trips and helicopter rides. Not to mention

Julep Pop-Up Store NYC Dec 13 - 22 & 20% Off Code

Julep Maven's REJOICE: Free bottle for the 

first 200 Attendees

HUGE bottle of "EMPIRE" nail polish, adorns the Julep Pop-Up Store

Calling all Fingertip Fashionistas: TODAY Julep opens the doors to their NYC holiday pop-up boutique! I have joined the "Maven Madness"

Myotone Facial Toning System - Free Shipping!

MYOTONE FACIAL

TONING SYSTEM

I'm all for great looking skin, especially if I can do it at home: quick and easy. Well, check out one of the best ways to give the gift of glowing, radiant and toned skin this holiday. In face, consider it a Red Bull for your face!) Myo Technologies, Inc., provider of Myotonology®, the only U.S. patented, totally non-invasive microcurrent skin toning treatment, will be offering free shipping on all ordersplaced for its new Myotone® Facial Toning System, an at-home youth preservation device that stimulates the muscles and skin to reduce and prevent visible signs of aging. Free shipping from December 2, 2013 and through December 20, 2013.

How does it work? Myotonology increases circulation and metabolism, thus improving skin tone, reducing fine lines and wrinkles. It increases hydration and nourishment of the skin and gives you immediate results. The user-friendly Myotone® unit and the complementary botanical skin care line (Myo Essentials®) is ideal for cost-conscious men and women, ages 30-60. This at-home system requires treatments of 5-10 minutes a day and in just three easy steps!

A major plus during the harsh winter season, where skin (like mine) gets extremely dry and dull. This is a surefire way to bring back that glow to your face. Your friends and family will be thanking you for seasons to come. You can purchase the Myotone® Facial Toning System for $279.99 through Amazon.com and Myotone.com

~Evelyn Lugo

Hottest Hair Tools

T3 Bodywaver, Shower Filter, Cortisio Premium Ceramic Styler KareCo Brushes & SPIRIT by EmiJay ties

It's no secret that I KNOW HAIR - I'm practically 70% hair, so hair tools go hand-in-hand and I always gotta have the best for my hair. Whether I'm rocking it straight or curly, it's not only about the shampoo, conditioner and gel, but also the tools "behind the scenes" that help me achieve my best hair look ever. It's starts from the shower. NO, not the shampoo, but a SHOWER FILTER itself.

T3 SOURCE SHOWER FILTER ($130)

Fits all shower heads, removes 95% of chlorine, hydrogen sulfide (rotten egg smell), Iron oxide (rust), dirt and sediment. Has 8 spray settings and a built-in filtration system. Great if you have hard-water! Lasts about 6 month (at least for me) before you need to replace the cartridge. www.T3micro.com

CORTISIO PREMIUM CERAMIC STYLER ($250)

Kaleidoscope ($250) & Metallic Blue ($225) Ceramic Stylers

This Curl~Gurl found a ceramic flat iron that not only made my hair silky smooth, but shiny as well. With a 450° max temperature, ionic black tourmaline gemstones and floating plates to prevent stress to hair folicles, Cortisio truly works to "tame your mane!" I have owned 5 different flat irons and none have done the job as well as Cortisio has. *UPDATE* Get your Cortisio at Ricky's NYC, at a special price of $69.99 here: CORTISIO at Ricky's NYC

My daughter Jaylyn

Me, EvCurlGurl before & after

Cortisio sent me their ceramic styler, but my daughter fell in love with the fun pink print and instantly took over it. They even made us honorary #Cortisiogirls (check out their Facebook/Cortisio and Twitter @cortisiohair and be sure to follow them. Available in many stylish designs and colors, that my daughter took my pink Cortisio styler, (reps sending me a blue one - my favorite color.)

Now if you doubt the power of Cortisio, let my BEFORE pictures be the judge and jury! Get yours at www.cortisio.com . 

T3 Bodywaver $149

HUGE 1.75" barrel, gorgeous white ceramic barrel

Once I straightened my hair, after about a week I craved waves, so I enlisted the help of T3's Bodywaver. Perfect for short hair, medium length or long hair, the T3 Bodywaver can create a many styles, such as: curved under finish, smooth & flipped out, volume with waves, touseled loose waves, straight with rolled ends and polished waves. It all depends on the angle you use it. www.www.t3micro.com

                                      

KareCo Salon Brushes ($12 / $11) 

Small round thermal brush & 9-row Styling brush

Believe it or not, I actually DO comb my hair - when it's straight that it. KareCo has been the professional stylist's choice for 12 years and help eliminate frizz and static fly-aways. I've had my share of brushes that melt with the heat of my blow dry (expensive ones too.) These are heat-resistant with ball-tipped nylon bristles that easily glide through hair. Small round thermal brush: 2.0" speeds up drying time,  rehydrates, reconditions and restores hairs natural balance. 9-Row Styling Brush: Perfect for combing wet hair, detangling or blowdrying by breaking down water molecules for faster drying time. Available at Walmart, www.walmart.com and www.kareco.com

SPIRIT by EMI-JAY 

Crimson/houndstooth $7, Headband $11, Black/Gold Chevron $7

Hair ties are now also fashion statements and can be seen on the wrists of many celebs and gals alike, ready for a quick ponytail. Hair ties are also a cool way to show your team spirit for: universities, sororities, schools and sports teams. Inspired by their passion for fashion, Emi-Jay was created by two teenage entrepreneurs Emily and Julianne.

Emi-Jay also gives back to the community, by donating 20% of their profits to charity. Tons of cool prints and colors! Check them out at: www.emi-jay.com

ROLL TIDE! I always have a knot hair tie on my wrist READY to pick up my hair!

~Evelyn Lugo

Offer Code EV25: EvCurlGurl & CURLS™ for "Effortless Frizz Free~Hair 2 Share!"

CURLS™ FIGHT AGAINST FRIZZ!

Curl Ecstasy Hair Tea Conditioner, Curl Souffle curl cream 
& Cashmere Curls Leave-In Conditioner

What do you get when EvCurlGurl and the amazing CURLS™ hair products get together? Simple: Effortless, frizz-free CURLS, with HAIR 2 SHARE! I know curls and CURLS founder Mahisha Dellinger definitely  knows curls, so this combination is fabulous and FRIZZ-FREE!

My Fab, Fave Four Handcreams

Cream of the crop for MY hands!

In my line of work, my hands are always on display: whether I'm typing, taking pictures with my camera, displaying my funky nail art, or just as the dedicated writer that I am, my hands 

always have to look and feel good!

Julep Maven: December's Glitterati collection

Nice and Naughty Nails: EVELYN It Girl!

Julep's December Maven Box: Glitterati

As a Beauty Editor, I have access to hundreds of beauty products, especially nail polish! Not too long ago, I joined the JULEP nail craze, with over 300 stunning shades to choose from, lasting wear time and names after women (like us) who inspire, women who are strong, smart, funny, gorgeous and different. Their motto alone drew me in: "We believe beauty is about connection, not competition" - well said Julep! This month even showcases a gorgeous shade, my namesake: EVELYN - It Girl (a magenta purple crème), what a better way to start with Julep.

                       

Julep polishes are amazing as they are “4-free”, meaning that they do not contain formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, or DBP. Highly professional chip-resistant formula that's fast drying and highly pigmented. By the end of December, Julep will have introduced more than 300 new nail colors, cosmetics, and skincare products! Even better, become a Julep Maven ($19.99 monthly subscription where you sign up and take a quiz, colors are chosen for you based on your style profile, you get access to colors, 20% discount and you can cancel anytime - no obligations! Each month you’ll have the option to cancel, skip, or send your box to a friend.

 

Based on your style, your profile is created and you're either a:  

Modern Beauty: You’re a savvy taste-maker, obsessed with the art and science of beauty. Get two full-size beauty products in every box.

Boho Glam: You’re a dynamic free spirit with a creative eye. Get two limited-edition nail colors and one full-size beauty product in every box.


Bombshell:You’re a confident frill-seeker with magnetic appeal. Get two limited-edition nail colors and one full-size beauty product in every box.

Classic With a Twist: You’re an iconic beauty with a timeless aesthetic. Get two limited-edition nail colors and one full-size beauty product in every box

It Girl: You’re a colorful trendsetter who’s not afraid to be bold. Get three limited-edition nail colors in every box.

I received December's entire Maven collection: 10 Julep nail polishes, Sweep Eyeshadow Palette: Neutrals (5 shades, formulated with anti-aging ingredients.) Shades are: Tiramisu - nude satin, Glow - golden shimmer, Dusk - mauve satin, Toffee - bronze shimmer and Cocoa - chocolate brown with gold shimmer. Also in my haul was: Blank Canvas Mattifying Eye Primer and a Julep Eye shadow Brush. 

Top 2 Bottom: Misti, Joelle, Andrea, Cara, Jillian, Mia,
Evelyn, Celia, Shoshanna, Gianna

Sweep Eyeshadow Palette: Neutrals

Julep Eyeshadow Brush

Stay tuned for many upcoming nail reviews and launches from your Curl~Gurl. My "Curlfriends" are going nuts over Julep on all my social media, so I know I won't disappoint. 

Just use offer code: CURLGURLDEC2013 .

~Evelyn Lugo

Clinique CLASSIC 3-step and more..

CLINIQUE

 

 Between beauty routines, all the make-up, stress and daily environmental pollutants, one product that definitely calms my skin, is CLINIQUE. What gal doesn't needs a little CLINIQUE? Shockingly ME. Believe it or not, I didn't use CLINIQUE until this past year (I know, where the heck was I??) Well, I have really tricky, sensitive skin that even though I don't break out, my skin can dry out or worse - blister in a rash, if a product is too harsh. There are days when I hide from make-up, and let CLINIQUE pamper my face (really, I go rogue!)

                             

                                          Make-up FREE is sometimes, the way to be! 

CLINIQUE came to the rescue and I tried their world famous 3-Step Program

güd by Burt’s Bees, NEW invigorating Mango Moonbreeze Body Lotion

Skincare: Natural Mango Moonbreeze Collection

güd by Burt’s Bees: Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash and Body Lotion

Ahhh, an island escape that's making waves. Lets take a break from the cold weather and make it a Mango Moonbreeze - an ultimate getaway experience! I am all about "skincare everywhere" from my face to my toes! I'm 36 years young and thanks to

URBAN DECAY NAKED 3 REVIEW!

 ...AND THEN THERE WERE 3

Beauty junkies everywhere are going crazy trying to get their hands on Urban Decay's new NAKED3 palette! I made sure to get my claws on mine, as I am a huge fan of NAKED and NAKED 2. I just needed to complete my trifecta with these 12 new rose-hued shades.

Julep Maven Free Offer Code!

Join Julep Maven & Get Your First Box FREE

Your first Maven Welcome Box is free and signs you up for the Julep monthly beauty subscription ($19.99). No obligations! Each month you’ll have the option to cancel, skip, or send your box to a friend. Just use offer code: CURLGURLDEC2013 . It is $3.99 for shipping for your welcome box, but once you become a Maven it is free shipping on your orders!

Winter & Flu Lip Care

LOTS OF LIPS (and lip care)

The many faces of my lips, lol!

I sure wish that growing up, I knew then what I know now about a full plump pout: IT'S IN DEMAND! See, growing up I was teased to no end.

Plump pout even at 6 months old.