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La Mer and Bobbi Brown - Pink Ribbon Products for Your Lips

Joanna Canton — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:16:23 +0000

If it’s time to pamper your lips, now is the perfect time to do so with amazing products that, when purchased, promote the efforts of The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. My BCA, Pink Ribbon, product choice’s for your kisser will make your lips feel and look beautiful.

When I previously reviewed La Mer The Lip Balm I wrote: La Mer The Lip Balm has a very light and lovely mint scent that’s fantastic. The Lip Balm feels very soothing and refreshing. It smoothes and softens the lips. The Lip Balm is very soft…not sticky or heavy at all. It even has a nice minty taste. I’ve also tried using it on my cuticles and it even works really well as a cuticle treatment. I like to get creative with my products. If you happen to have dry or chapped lips…forget it…The Lip Balm is a dream. When I wear it alone, it gives my lips just enough shine. And if I use it before I apply lipstick or lip gloss, it’s makes everything on top of it look even prettier and smoother. Ooh la la, La Mer is always a fabulous choice!

La Mer on The Lip Balm: Worn all day – lips are soothed. Applied at night – lips are renewed. Like the original Crème de la Mer, use every day and the benefits are immediate…yet also long-lasting. $10 from each limited-edition Pink Ribbon La Mer The Lip Balm sold during the month of October will be donated to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
$45.00

Once you’ve treated your lips to La Mer The Lip Balm, it’s time to put some color on and I’m suggesting that you go to Bobbi Brown for that. I love the Bobbi Brown Pink Ribbon Collection - High Shimmer Lip Gloss & Lip Color. This limited-edition lip set includes a Bellini High Shimmer Lip Gloss and Pink Lip Color. They are both very lovely shades of pink and come packaged together in a pink box. I have to say that I am actually a huge fan of the color pink. For me, it’s a very happy color. So, not only do I love the awareness and support that I see for BCA, but I also just absolutely love all of the pink that I see during the month of October. Pink, pink, pink!

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics continues to empower women and provide them with the necessary tools to go from pretty to pretty powerful. “When you feel good about yourself there’s no limit to what you can do - and that’s pretty powerful.” - Bobbi Brown

$10 from each Bobbi Brown Pink Ribbon Collection lip set sold during the month of October will be donated to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
$44.00

Think pink, gorgeous!

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Gold Eyes and Luscious Lips from Bobbi Brown and Estee Lauder

Joanna Canton — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 15:00:01 +0000

I am having a blast with gold! The Bobbi Brown Gold Glitter Liquid Eye Liner inspired me to create fabulous gold eyes for the holidays. For my holiday parties and even New Years Eve party, I plan on totally rocking gold eye makeup. You simply have to start with the Bobbi Brown Gold Glitter Liquid Eye Liner. It’s so beautiful and the color really lasts. No smudging! I love it! It’s a very sexy look. It really makes my eyes pop. Super fabulous product! For my gold eye look, I’ve been alternating eye shadow palettes. I’m loving the Bobbi Brown Sultry Eye Palette. Such amazing colors! Sexy, sexy, sexy! It has four different shades that I can’t get enough of. So beautiful! The other palette that I’ve been using is the Estee Lauder Pure Color Five Color Eyeshadow Palette in “Extravagant Gold”. I use the Estee Lauder palette for a softer look and the Bobbi Brown palette for evenings and when I want a more dramatic look. The Bobbi Brown Gold Glitter Liquid Eye Liner looks fabulous with both of these palettes. For that matter, the Bobbi Brown Gold Eye Liner actually looks great with almost every color of eye shadow and even looks great on it’s own. Can you tell how much I love my Gold Glitter Liner? I love it, I do! For super sexy party lips I’ve been using Estee Lauder Pure Color Long Lasting Lipstick in “Extravagant Berry”. The “Extravagant Berry” is a very rich color with a little bit of shimmer in it and it’s the perfect compliment to my gold eyes. I also love the Estee Lauder Pure Color Gloss in “Plum” for a softer, but still sexy, lip. I’m loving my Estee Lauder lips! Gold eyes and rich red lips, baby! It’s a super sexy look!

Bobbi Brown Glitter Liquid Eye Liner: $ 20.00
Bobbi Brown Sultry Eye Palette: $45.00
Estee Lauder Pure Color Five Color Palette: $42.00
Estee Lauder Pure Color Lipstick: $22.00
Estee Lauder Pure Color Gloss: $20.00

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Bobbi Brown Holiday Gifts

Joanna Canton — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 18:04:46 +0000

I absolutely fa-la-la-la-love these Bobbi Brown holiday gifts. The Day To Night Cool Eye Palette and Modern Classic Lip & Eye Palette are both amazing gifts for any chic chick. Both of these palettes have the perfect choice of colors. They’ve both got you covered for day and night. You can’t go wrong with either one of these palettes. I promise! The Day To Night Cool Eye Palette has a perfect black, a sweet pink, and a rockin’ silver eye shadow, among other shades. The Modern Classic Lip & Eye Palette comes with four shades of glitter lip gloss and ten eye shadows that will cover you for every holiday party and also carry you through your work day with sass. And I love the beautiful gold crest holiday packaging that Bobbi Brown has for her products. The gold and black packaging makes you feel like you’re a part of makeup royalty. Yes, princess, work those eyes and lips! The sleek packaging makes me want to do my makeup in my heels. Sexy! Bobbi Brown palettes always take makeup time to the next level. Also, with the mirror inside of the palettes and the brushes that are included, you can throw your Bobbi Brown palettes into your purse and touch up after a few hours of holiday partying. The Day To Night Cool Eye Palette and Modern Classic Lip & Eye Palette are both a sure thing! Treat yourself or someone else to one of these fabulous palettes. Happy Holidays!

Day To Night Cool Eye Palette: $45.00
Modern Classic Lip & Eye Palette: $75.00

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My Current Make Up “Must Have’s”

Joanna Canton — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 16:03:22 +0000

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat

I am almost embarrassed to write about my complete adoration for Touche Eclat, because I’m feeling like I was one of the last people to fall in love with it. Somehow, my life hadn’t yet found a place for my new absolute “must have”. But, so what if I was the last to arrive at the party! In my interviews with Kate Walsh, Julie Benz and Melora Hardin, they all raved about YSL Touche Eclat. I simply HAD to check it out. Now, I can’t do without it. I use the Touche Eclat in “Radiant Touch” and it is, hands down, the best highlighter I have ever used. I use it both on my bare skin and over/under my makeup. Can’t get enough of it! It is the only highlighter I have ever used that actually hides any dark circles I might get under my eyes. It adds such an amazing pop and reflects light beautifully. It truly adds that extra special touch to my eye makeup. I can’t say enough about this product. It’s the perfect pick-me-up for your face. Radiant! I’ve told all of my girlfriends that if they are going to try anything new, in the world of makeup, they have to try Yves Saint Laurent’s Touche Eclat, if they haven’t already. It’s not a new product, but you must race out to get it if you’ve yet to discover it and fall in love with it as I have. I’m totally obsessed with this product! It’s brilliant! Touche Eclat: I’m sorry it took me so long to find you. But you’re in my life now and you’re here to stay. Hands down…my new favorite thing in my makeup bag.
$40.00

Bobbi Brown Metallic Long-Wear Cream Shadow

Loving this! The Bobbi Brown Metallic Cream Shadow is one of the easiest ways to get a super sexy eye, with little skill or effort needed. My shade of choice is “Antique Gold” and it’s beautiful. I wear it alone and I also layer it over a dark, smoky eye. The application process couldn’t be easier. I use my finger, the texture is very smooth, and I just dab it in the areas where I want that extra bit of sass. I want the Metallic Cream Shadow in every shade. It’s got the perfect amount of sparkle in it and has a wonderful sheer effect when worn alone. I’m loving this Cream Shadow!
$22.00

Clinique High Lengths Mascara

I tend to switch up the mascara that I’m using quite often. Right now, I’m really enjoying Clinique High Lengths Mascara. The mascara “brush” is a very fine-toothed comb. In fact, it’s so fine-toothed, that I had my doubts about it. I didn’t think it could possibly get my eye lashes in true diva form without a big, more common, size brush for application. Much to my delight, the High Lengths Mascara totally achieves all I need in a mascara. I have very long eye lashes and this is a great mascara for me. Plus, I love switching things up! Having a blast with this one from Clinique right now. And for extra diva lashes…I always apply a second coat.
Also, on a side note: I’m still completely in love with Clinique’s Vitamin C Lip Smoothie (previously reviewed). I still can’t recommend that one enough! Love it!
$14.00

Smashbox Waterproof Shadow Liner Duo

The application of the Smashbox Waterproof Shadow Liner is very smooth and the color lasts. I’m using the shade “Cashmere” and I love the colors. “Smolder” is the next shade on my shopping list. With the “Cashmere” Duo, I use the darker shade as my eye liner and I use the lighter shade as an all-over shadow on my lids. But I also like to use the lighter shade of liner on the inner corners of my eyes from time to time. I like to mix it up and keep things fresh! I highly recommend playing around with your makeup, experimenting with new ways of applying your makeup, and trying to use one product in a few different ways. Get creative! The Smashbox Waterproof Shadow Liner Duo comes in a mirrored compact, which is always a plus.
$25.00

Aveda Color Options Eye Shadow Transformer

Okay Gorgeous…Aveda has made it super easy for you to turn your favorite eye shadow into eye liner. Brush included, this is a super cool tool to have in your makeup bag. It turns your powder eye shadow into a cream and a more intense color and also transforms eye shadow into liquid eye liner. It’s oil-free and it’s formulated without parabens. Always a huge bonus! I really like how it intensifies the color of my eye shadow. I love that this product helps you to use your makeup in a new and different way. It’s all about trying new things. Switch it up for yourself! Make the most of your favorite eye shadow. Have too much fun!
$25.00

What are you going to add to your makeup bag? Take a risk! Try something new!

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Bobbi Brown Cleansing Oil

Joanna Canton — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 18:15:52 +0000

I have to admit, I was almost convinced that I wouldn’t love this product. I had never tried a cleansing oil before and thought it might just leave an oily residue on my face and not leave my skin feeling thoroughly cleansed. I was completely wrong! After trying and loving the Bobbi Brown Extra Face Oil (previously reviewed) I decided to give the Bobbi Brown Cleansing Oil a try. It is such a wonderful product. As far as cleansing goes, it definitely gets the job done. But it also leaves my skin feeling really hydrated. It’s been a perfect cleanser when my skin is feeling a little dry. It contains olive and jojoba oils that condition the skin and it also contains ginger root extract for soothing the skin. Plus, it also does a great job of removing makeup. The Bobbi Brown Cleansing Oil has a very light scent that’s fabulous. I really like it. It’s a very subtle and calming scent. When I cleanse my face with this and follow it with the Bobbie Brown Extra Face Oil, I’m in skin care heaven. Soft, hydrated and relaxed! Bobbi Brown has changed my thinking when it comes to face oils.

Product info: For best results, use once per day.

6.7 fl oz $38.00

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My Current Makeup “Must Have’s”

Joanna Canton — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:00:53 +0000

It’s always difficult to pick favorites, because I have so many. But, I’ve selected a few items from my makeup bag that have been at the top of my list lately. I love trying new products. Here’s the deal…when you really go for it and splurge on great products, it makes such a big difference. Do the research, check out what’s available. Shake up your makeup routine! It’s always fun to add something new to your makeup collection and there are so many fabulous products to choose from. Check out my current list of “must have’s” and stay tuned for my next list…as I’m always finding new things that I love.

Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick: This shimmering powder is so beautiful, I can’t explain it. I get so excited every time I open up this compact. I’m absolutely in makeup heaven with the Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick. I’m using the “Pink Quartz” Shimmer Brick and it’s become my new favorite powder. It makes my skin glow. It’s meant to be used after blush, but I also use it without blush and I really like that look as well. I dust my cheekbones with it and even my eyelids. It’s available in six different shades. Highly recommend! I love it, I love it, I love it! $38.00

Aveda Mosscara: In my interview with Alicia Silverstone she mentioned that she loves Aveda’s Mosscara. So, I had to check it out. I love this mascara! My color of choice is “Black Forest” and I love the way it makes my lashes look. It goes on very smooth and has ingredients that condition the lashes. It’s fragrance-free, there’s no smudging, and I’ve noticed that it really makes my lashes look thicker. Check it out! $16.00

Clinique Instant Lift For Brows: I am absolutely loving this brown pencil. It’s a two-in-one, with a creamy brown pencil on one end and a creamy pearlized highlighter on the other end. After I fill in my brows, I apply the highlighter right underneath my brows and it not only gives the look of a little lift but it catches the light beautifully. Sometimes, when I want that extra pop around my eyes, I lightly dab the highlighter on the inner corner of my eyes. I love that look! Highly recommend. $15.00

Korres Lip Butter: I’ve been keeping Korres Lip Butter in my purse lately. I love applying it throughout the day. Korres is such an amazing line and not only do I love their skin care products but I’m becoming a really big fan of their makeup as well. I use the “Jasmine” when I want a more subtle color and I use the “Pomegranate” when I want a little more pop of color. The Lip Butter contains shea butter and it’s very moisturizing. It feels great on my lips. You can also apply the Lip Butter to your cheeks for a natural tint. Plus, it’s petro-chemical free. $9.00

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My Skin Affair Holiday Picks

Joanna Canton — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 14:00:27 +0000

There are so many skin care and makeup lines that are offering amazing gifts sets this holiday season. It’s been difficult to pick my favorites, but I’ve made a short list of gifts that I love and am recommending. Tis the season to pamper ourselves and each other with skin care goodies!

Fresh: For the most beautiful gift and amazing smelling, all around fabulous, candles…Fresh Candle Trio. I want everyone I know to have this gift set for the holiday season. It’s so lovely. As always, Fresh has the best packaging. So special! The scents are Frankincense, Myrrh, and Gold. It is such a beautiful gift and all three candles smell amazing! Highly recommend. I’m crazy about this one! $45.00

Bobbi Brown: Bobbi Brown has a collection of chrome-accented palettes that I love. The colors are fantastic and versatile. Great for anyone! Their choices of eye shadows and lip sticks/lip balms are wonderful. Makes a great gift or a perfect treat for yourself. Most of the palettes come with brushes. Glitter Lip Balm Palette: $40.00

Stila: Hello superstar gift giving! Being the girlie-girl that I am, I would absolutely love to receive one of Stila’s holiday sets this holiday season. I love the 24kt Luxe Lip Gloss Collection and the Lip Glaze Collection. The Lip Gloss Collection contains four fabulous glosses, with packaging for a makeup princess. The Lip Glaze Collection contains eight beautiful shades. 24kt Luxe Lip Gloss Collection: $30.00

Philosophy: Have you seen the Philosophy Classic Cookbook? It’s so cute! The packaging is perfect. It includes 6 shampoo/shower gel/bubble bath’s. The scents are Pumpkin Spice, Red Velvet Cake, Hot Cocoa, Warm Pear Cobbler, GIngerbread, and Cinnamon Buns. The adorable cookbook package comes with three recipes inside. It’s a super fun gift with delicious scented products. Yummy! $35.00

Laura Mercier: In the fabulous world of Laura Mercier, I’m loving the Mini Lip Glace Set. The colors are perfect for anyone and would make a great gift for someone who loves great makeup. It includes five Lip Glaces. Beautiful, shiny lips in perfect shades! $48.00

Aveda: Aveda has several wonderful gift sets to choose from. All of Aveda’s gift sets this holiday season are topped with Nepali paper fabric that benefits Nepal and helps break the cycle of poverty. I love the Ritual of Relief gift set that includes one regular size and one travel size of both Aveda Foot Relief and Aveda Hand Relief. I love gifts that give back! Aveda has a handful of beautiful gifts that are really worth checking out. Ritual of Relief: $42.00

California Baby: I couldn’t forget the little one’s this holiday season. The California Baby Holiday Cheer Gift Tote includes Holiday Cheer Spritzer (for air, body or sheets), Holiday Cheer Bubble Bath and a free bath scrub. These products include the scents of vanilla, orange and lavender. They smell fabulous and relaxing. For newborns and older. $29.99

Happy Holidays!

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Bobbi Brown Extra Face Oil

Joanna Canton — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 02:00:06 +0000

Darling…yes, I have to begin with the word “darling“. Darling, this Face Oil from Bobbi Brown is absolutely magnifique. I was skeptical trying a face oil, even though I’m crazy about the Bobbi Brown Extra Soothing Balm, previously reviewed, and from the same line of products. I had never used any kind of a face oil before this one. Sure, I’ve used many products that contained essential oils but never just a “face oil”, and I just thought it would be one big greasy mess. So wrong! It’s so completely lovely. Bobbi Brown Extra Face Oil is fairly light-weight and absorbs really well. It’s beyond perfect for extra dry days, but I also really it love for the days when I’m just wanting to give my skin a little extra pampering with some quality moisture. Plus, I must admit, sometimes I just use it because I adore the scent. I LOVE the smell of this oil. It’s so fantastic! Lavender, neroli and sandalwood! I use it before bed and I just fall into my pillow so happy to have that scent with me. Hello aromatherapy! I love it. You have to smell the Extra Face Oil. It’s lightly scented, but so soothing and perfect. This product is simply divine. It truly is!

Product info: Contains Vitamin E and an oil blend of Sesame, Sweet Almond, Olive and Jojoba.

1 fl oz $60.00

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Bobbi Brown Beach Body Lotion

Joanna Canton — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 02:00:15 +0000

If you’re looking for a lotion of the summer, this is the product for you. First of all, Beach smells like…well…exactly that! The very best of the beach! From the moment I smell this lotion, I find myself not only wanting to get back to the beach, but reflecting on all of the things that are beach related. The sand, the ocean, suntan lotion, bathing suits and volleyballs. It really brings me there! It’s a lightweight lotion that is very soothing and hydrating. It contains aloe vera, jojoba and sunflower oils. And I absolutely love the simple and sophisticated packaging, which looks great on my bathroom counter. And the best part is that you can keep the essence of summer alive all year long with this lotion. Enjoy the beach!

Product info: Helps reduce peeling and prolong the life of your tan. Green tea and vitamin E provide antioxidant protection.

6.7 fl oz $35.00

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Bobbi Brown Extra Soothing Balm.

Joanna Canton — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:37:34 +0000

This balm is exquisite. It’s fantastic for areas that need extra hydration and can be used just about anywhere. It’s heaven for dry lips. A little definitely goes a very long way with this rich balm. It’s extremely soft and smells like the geranium and rosemary oils that it’s enhanced with. Very soothing indeed.

Product info: Can also be applied over make-up to give cheeks a healthy glow.

.5oz $55.00

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