The Beauty Spotlight Team: Weekend Links!

 Affiliate Link

Are puffy eyes a problem for you? Beauty Info Zone may just have found the answer to that problems with John Masters Organics Firming Eye Gel. See for yourself if this meets your eye's needs.

Just in time for the spring and summer no-makeup makeup looks, Too Faced It Just Comes Naturally Collection. See which pieces are worth your hard earned cash from Prime Beauty!

The longest lasting manicure ever. Head over to see how she got a 2 week manicure! Have a love of all things sweet? Why limit it to just your tastebuds?

Jen from The Jedi Wife loves the Milk+Sass Macaron for Hair as a means of smoothing hair and ease of portability. The cuteness factor certainly doesn’t hurt either!

Pammy Blogs Beauty explores Pevonia Skincare. She loves this luxury skincare and body care and has even found a new favorite tinted SPF cream!

We see tools and devices throughout the beauty realm but have you seen on guaranteed to work or your money back? Polarbelle is just two weeks into a trial period with the Trophy Skin RevuvaliteMD and she's already seeing results!

Shipra of Taneja's Bride shares how to enter La La Land with Kathleen Lights x ColourPop Dream St Collection.

Did you know that May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness month? See what Stacie from Makeup Obsessed Mom is doing to help find a cure.

Lacquered shine, a long wearing stain, and plumping hydration all in one lip product? That is exactly what Dior is offering with their new Dior Addict Lacquer Plump. Christa from Realizing Beauty shares her review and swatches of the innovative new lip product.

Are puffy eyes a problem for you? Beauty Info Zone may just have found the answer to that problems with John Masters Organics Firming Eye Gel. See for yourself if this meets your eye's needs.

The Boxwalla April Beauty Box:The Chronicles of a Plant Lab, which features two full-size products from Twelve Beauty, is an extraordinary green beauty box and an incredible value. If you are seeking healthy luminous skin, then Lola's Secret Beauty Blog highly recommends getting this box before it sells out!

15 Minute Beauty had the longest lasting manicure ever. Head over to see how she got a 2 week manicure!

Affiliate Link

Celebrate Mother's Day with Gorgeous Gift Sets from L'Occitane!!!

 Affiliate Link Press Sample

Introducing NEW Mother’s Day Gift Sets from L’OCCITANE
Yes, Mother's Day is just around the corner. As a mom myself, this does thrill me, lol! ;) So, it is time to start thinking about the various ways you can treat your Mom to help her to feel loved and appreciated on Mother's Day. One of my favorite gifts for my Mom (and a favorite gift for me to receive as well) are luxury body care sets and luxury skincare sets. So, you know that I am super excited about the beautiful assortment of sets from one of my favorite brands, L'Occitane! 

From ultra-luxurious body care gift sets to highly-coveted skincare collections, give the gift of pure pampering with L’OCCITANE’s cherished formulas and beautiful packaging. Here are L’Occitane’s new Mother’s Day Collections available starting April 11th – May 13th at L’OCCITANE boutiques nationwide and online at usa.loccitane.com.

Here is the Skinny on the Gift Sets that are available from L'Occitane for Mother's Day:

Divine Gift Set ($189): Empower Mom to shine from the inside out with this gift set made up of L’OCCITANE’s Immortelle essential oil along with the Immortelle Divine Foaming Cleansing Cream, Divine Youth Oil, Divine Cream and Divine Eyes.

Terre de Lumière L’Eau Gift Set ($89): Introducing L’OCCITANE’s new floral fragrance – Terre de Lumière L’Eau. Gift Mom with a sweet, delicate floral scent with this set of Perfume, Shower Gel, Body Milk and a Purse Spray (perfect for days when she’s on-the-go!)  

Almond Gift Set ($89): Make Mother’s Day the ultimate at-home-spa experience with this soothing and moisturizing gift set completed with L’OCCITANE’s luscious Almond Milk Concentrate, Shower Oil, Supple Skin Oil, Delicious Hand Cream and Soap.

Shea Butter Gift Set ($89): Because every mom deserves to indulge especially when it is with the most treasured ingredient, Shea Butter. Give mom the gift of nourishment from head-to-toe with this set of L’OCCITANE’s Shea Butter Hand Cream, Foot Cream, Extra Gentle Milk Soap, Shower Cream, and Ultra-Rich Body Cream.

Lavender Collection ($89): Embrace the aromas from the fields of Provence in Mom’s home with the gift of Lavender this Mother’s Day, leave the body feeling revitalized, relaxed and entirely stress free with Lavender Foaming Bath, Hand Cream, Candle, Perfumed Sachet and Bonne Mere Lavender Soap.

From this assortment of Gift Sets, I was able to try out the Divine Gift Set. This set is such a good deal for $189.00. I know that is expensive. However, for the products you get inside, it is a fantastic deal and it is also beautifully packaged. These products are not new to me as I have used the Divine Youth Oil, Divine Lotion, Divine Foaming Cleansing Cream, and Divine Eyes previously. So, it is easy for me to talk about how much I love them as I have used and repurchased them quite a few times.

I am particularly a fan of the Divine Eyes and Divine Cream...two of my top favorites for facial moisture and eye care. I also love adding a drop of the Divine Youth Oil to any of my favorite moisturizers, foundations, or BB/CC Creams for an extra radiance boost. These powerhouse super moisturizing and anti-aging products harness the amazing properties of the Immortelle Flower (which never withers after it dies, it stays preserved).

There is no question, these products leave me glowing! They plump up the skin and leave me so smooth and soft. Also, I notice a difference as far as my fine lines are diminshed when I use these products. I am such a fan!!! This would be a perfect treat for yourself or a fantastic gift for your Mom or a special Mom in your life.

Be sure to check out this amazing assortment from L'Occitane! The Moms in your life will certainly feel pampered and treated with any of these. 

.

Affiliate Link

Pevonia Skincare: Luxe Natural Formulas with Professional Results!

 Affiliate Link Press Sample

Pevonia Skincare: 

Luxe Natural Formulas with Professional Results:

It is always exciting for me to explore a new (to me) brand. I have heard really wonderful things about Pevonia skincare over the years. So, I am super excited to dive into this line! 

About Pevonia (from Pevonia):

Pevonia believes the most powerful ingredients in skincare come from the safest source – nature. For nearly three decades, Pevonia uses highly sustainable processes in line with the company’s stance on environmental conservation, tests only on humans, and has been the leader in delivering natural skincare solutions to the finest spas and professional aestheticians. 

I got to try out an assortment of facial skincare and bath products from Pevonia. To find out more about each of these products and how I liked them, please click "read more" to continue! :)

Transform your skin with Botanical-Based Jane Iredale Products!

 Affiliate Link Press Sample

Transform your skin with Botanical-Based Jane Iredale Products:

Hydrating, smoothing, and concealing products can give your skin a wonderful boost. From line-smoothing to covering redness, these botanical-based solutions from Jane Iredale can really give your skin a boost! 

Hydration Sprays:

I *love* using hydration sprays immediately after cleansing my face to give myself a boost of moisture. So, I was super excited to try out one from Jane Iredale.

Jane Iredale offters 3 different hydration spray formulas: POMMISST, Balance, and D2O. These  hydration sprays each refresh and hydrate skin. In addition, they can conceal pores and fine lines when you use them as a quick setting mist after mineral makeup application for a smooth finish and long lasting hold.  They may also be used as moisturizers for oily skin (this is how I use them: immediately after cleansing for a moisture boost) or to wet makeup brushes and create precise lines.  

I got to try out the D20 Hydration Spray:

Jane iredale D2O Hydration Spray is a facial spritz based on Ylang Ylang that helps to hydrate, calm and protect the skin. The ylang ylang leaves an uplifting scent and has a balancing action on the secretion of sebum. It can be used to:

• Set minerals for a long lasting, smooth finish

• Soothe post-laser

• Wet makeup brushes to turn powder eye shadows into eyeliner

I also had the chance to try out Jane Iredale's Glow Time Full Coverage Mineral BB Cream in the shade bb1. I really enjoy using BB Creams as they are such great multi-taskers: they function as a facial moisturizer, sunscreen, and coverage in one! 

Here is some more information about this amazing BB Cream from Jane Iredale:

This multi-tasking dynamo combines foundation, concealer, sunscreen and added skin care benefits in a versatile one-step product. Available in nine shades, it incorporates natural minerals that adjust to your skin tone to cover blemishes, minimize pores, disguise wrinkles and smooth and brighten skin. Applied with your fingers, the formula nourishes, protects, smoothes and brightens skin while providing gorgeous, total coverage. 

Features and Benefits:

• Contains a broad spectrum SPF 25 UVA PA++ that is water resistant up to 40 minutes

• Nine carefully calibrated shades address all skin types: BB1, BB3, BB5, BB6, BB7, BB8, BB9, BB11 and BB12

• Titanium dioxide offers anti-inflammatory mineral UV protection

• Coconut Alkanes gives a smooth, luxurious feel.

• Grapefruit extract promotes luminosity and skin radiance, minimizes appearance of pores and wrinkles and may help to fade uneven pigmentation

• Apple extract is a skin smoothing anti-oxidant that exfoliates, refines and rejuvenates

• Bitter orange extract naturally perfumes and conditions

• Sunflower seed oil is rich in moisturizing vitamin E

• Aloe leaf juice soothes and calms the skin

• Honeysuckle extract helps purify the skin 

• Iron oxides are natural earth minerals that provide color without the use of FD&C dyes

• Non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, sensitivity tested, clinically tested and dermatologist tested

I really enjoy the coverage and the feel of this BB Cream on my skin! Plus, SPF 25 is a perfect level of sun protection for me for an everyday basis. In the mornings I have been cleansing my face, following it with the Jane Iredale Hydration Mist, and then apply BB Cream after that. It is a super easy morning routine!

Affiliate Link

The Beauty Spotlight Team

Affiliate Link

If you are seeking a face primer that has truly earned its holy grail status, then Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer is worthy of your attention. Not only is the consistency perfection, and the finish flawless, but it plays well with all of the foundations and tinted moisturizers that Lola's Secret Beauty Blog has paired it with, and it really extends the wear-time of your makeup.

Prime Beauty is keeping her blonde tresses free of brassiness with the new AGEbeautiful Topcoat Toners! See her before and after pictures!

Have you heard that Makeup Geek will now be carried at Ulta? It's exciting news for beauty lovers. Beauty Info Zone reviewed some MUG Showstopper Creme Stain lipsticks that would make a great start to your list.

It may be Spring in the Northern hemisphere, but it isn’t exactly feeling that way for many of us! If you haven’t been taking the best care of your skin and want to get your hands and other dry parts petal soft for Spring, Jen from The Jedi Wife has the perfect solution for you! She tested out Zoya’s Naked Manicure Hydrate & Heal System and was pleasantly surprised at just how well it worked from the very first use!

Every launch from Fenty Beauty seems surrounded by so much hype! If you're considering the new Body Lava Luminizers or Fairy Bomb sparkling powder puff as part of your Sephora VIB sale purchases, you might want to see Polarbelle's demonstration to help you decide.

It is time to start thinking about Teacher Gifts and Mother's Day Gifts! Pammy Blogs Beauty has some great ideas from the Soap & Paper Factory's NEW Block Party Collection.

The new Urban Decay All Nighter Concealer is perfect to tackle the humidity and sweat of the upcoming warmer months. Christa from Realizing Beauty shares a review and swatches of all 14 shades of this new lightweight, yet full coverage concealer formula.

Do you ever wonder what ingredients are best to look for in your skincare products. Makeup Obsessed Mom has a list for you based on your skin type.

BeautyJudy picked up six of the new Urban Decay Hi-Fi Shine Ultra Cushion Lip Glosses worn and reviewed this week - which one do you like best?!

What is it about glitter polishes that make them so appealing? 15 Minute Beauty shares her favorite polishes that will catch your eye.

Affiliate Link

Amazing Mother's Day GWP at LovelySkin.com!

 Affiliate Link Press Sample 

Have you started your Mother's Day shopping? How about the gift of luxury/cosmecutical skincare? Well, now is a great time because of the Mother's Day deals available. LovelySkin.com has a great GWP deal right now that I would love to share with you! The LovelySkin site carries an amazing lineup of cosmecutical and luxury skincare and makeup brands. 

Wow!!! Here is the amazing Mother's Day GWP set that will be available on LovelySkin.com starting April 24th (through April 29th) when you spend $200. I am so excited that I got to preview this set for you! It is packed with deluxe samples, travel sizes, sample packs, and full sized makeup and skincare available from LovelySkin.com's top selling cosmecutical and luxury brands like SkinMedica, jane Iredale, Dermalogica, and more! Many of these brands and items are already favorites of mine and I am excited to sample everything! This GWP is worth over $211! Amazing treat for yourself or your Mom! Pamper someone you love with some really great skincare! 

Be sure to snag this deal while it is available on LovelySkin.com April 24th-29th while supplies last! 

Happy shopping! XOXO

Affiliate Link

Luxe Gifts from Soap & Paper Factory: NEW Block Party Collection

Affiliate Link Press Sample

Luxe Gifts from Soap & Paper Factory: 

NEW Block Party Collection

Hi Lovelies! I am always on the hunt for cute gift ideas. I often gravitate towards bath and body products as I think that those make the most decadent gifts. So often we don't pamper ourselves with nice bath and body products. So, I like to gift super luxe and unique bath and body products as they are such a treat! 

I am already a big fan of Soap & Paper Factory products. They started out as a hand crafted soap company and have grown over the years to have full bath and body collections. The products are all luxury, unique, naturally-sourced, made in the USA, and just beautifully packaged! 

So, I just wanted to let you know about the latest launch from Soap & Paper Factory – their NEW Block Party Collection: an assortment of soaps, hand creams, and bath bombs inspired by cocktails. I am all about a cocktail on the weekend. So, I think that this makes for a super fun idea for a collection! 

The three new scents include Muddled Peppermint, Vanilla Bourbon, and Orange Bitter Pomegranate and are offered in the below products:

NEW Deluxe Bath Bomb: These fizzing bath bombs are rich with skin softening and moisturizing natural ingredients. The aromatherapeutic oils and salts turn a bath into a complete spa experience, allowing stress relief while you soak.

Boxed Hand Cream: These pure, velvety hand creams are beautifully perfumed and loaded with the finest oils available in nature. Carefully selected, these oils will soothe and protect, leaving the skin silky smooth and bursting with vitality.

Petite Boxed Hand Cream: The same soothing formula in a stocking-stuffer size, wonderful for travel and on-the-go use.

Shea Butter Soap Bar: This carefully crafted soap is packed with Shea Butter to keep skin soft and supple, moisturizing as it cleanses.

Hand Cream and Soap Gift Set: Twice as nice, this satchel contains a 1 oz. hand cream and 5 oz. soap. Consider it the perfect hostess gift to dress up a countertop while leaving skin soft and smooth.

I was able to try out the Muddled Peppermint Hand Cream and the Orange Bitter Pomegranate Hand Cream. They are amazing: beautifully packaged, super hydrating, and awesome aromatherpay scents! 

If you are looking for beautiful and unique gifts...or just a treat to yourself, be sure to check out this collection from the Soap & Paper Factory! 

Affiliate Link

Get Glowing for Spring! NEW Makeup from Mally Beauty

 Affiliate Link Press Sample

Get Glowing for Spring: NEW Makeup from Mally Beauty:

Are you ready to get glowing for Spring? Spring weather and a change of season is just what I needed to invigorate my makeup routine. These new launches from Mally Beauty are amazing! Some goregous products and some very unique ones as well! Let's dive right in, shall we?

Pure Pigment Melting Lip Powder:

What a unique product! Honestly, I have never tried anything quite like it. This is a loose powder color pigment...for the lips! 

Made in Korea and inspired by Korean beauty, this product is formulated with encapsulated pigments that break on contact to provide instant moisture. The Pure Pigment Melting Lip Powder keeps lips healthy and hydrated while delivering rich, long-lasting color. Harnessing the power of Silica Silyate, a hydrogel that transforms from powder to cream upon contact with the oils naturally produced by the skin, the formula melts onto lips and offers a hydrating, matte finish. It won’t smudge, budge or transfer during wear. You can tap the product onto your cheeks and blend with your fingertips to wear as a blush too!

This come packaged as duos. I tried the following: Soft Nude/Tender Rose and Mellow Mauve/Gentle Pink. The shades are super flattering and I love the nice long wear of these, too! Plus, the packaging is super cute. 

Price: $19

Glowing Goddess Luminizer with Brush:

This pretty duo contains a Glowing Goddess Luminizer (in a universal glowing shade) and Blush & Bronzer Brush. Gold toned highlighters are so on-trend right now. So, this is a perfect addition to my makeup routine. I love the pop of glow that this adds to my cheeks. I like to add this highlighter as the final step to my makeup routine. Plus, the brush is just the perfect size to add a sweep of glow to the top of my cheekbones, my browbones, nose, and chin. I tend to hit all of those spots for an all-over, yet sculpted, glow! This highlighter can be super glittery. So, be sure to use a light hand when you apply.

This duo retails for $32.00 on QVC for the set.

Blushing Brilliance Blush & Highlighter Wand:
This sleek little wand is great for a quick swipe of color for blush and for highlighting. It's sleek design makes it perfect for travel or your handbag. Plus, the slim shape can give you very precice application and results. I like to swipe it on and then blend it in with my fingers.

Mally's NEW Blushing Brilliance Blush & Highlighter Wand is a double-ended wand that features a blush that delivers a natural flush of youthful color and an illuminating highlighter to bring out your bone structure and to highlight your favorite features.

Retails for $29.00 on Mally Beauty.

Shimmer, Shape & Go:
This is a gorgeous trio of cheek color and highlight/contour sticks. These creamy and chubby sticks work beautifully together to give beautiful rosey cheek color, deep contours, and a pop of glowy highlight. I find these super easy to use. Just swipe them on, blend in with fingers, and you are all set!

Mally's secret to getting in shape? This set of three face-shaping crayons! Featuring a weightless, creamy, super-blendable formula, the Shimmer, Shape & Go Highlight & Contour trio reveals the secret to easy contouring and highlighting.

Create sculpting shadows, illuminating highlights, and a soft blush for radiant-looking skin. The chubby crayon design makes application fast, easy, and mess-proof; simply swipe on and blend for a defined, "perfois" face!

This set comes in Lighter or Deeper. I got to try out the Deeper shades and they worked just great on my fair skin.

This set retails for $36.00 on the Mally Beauty site.

Mally Beauty is available on the Mally Beauty website and on QVC!

Affiliate Link

The Beauty Spotlight Team: Weekend Links!

Affiliate Link

Beauty Info Zone has some beautiful Makeup Geek Foiled Lip Glosses to show you. The good news is that they are on sale at the moment too.

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog can’t stop singing the praises of Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Youth-Boosting Perfect Skin Foundation because this lightweight, light to medium coverage, foundation has a luminous finish that is neither matte nor dewy. It also hydrates the skin, minimizes the appearance of pores, and it lasts all day. It’s perfection! #CHARLOTTETILBURY

BeautyJudy has swatches and details of the new Pixi Beauty Influencer collaboration goodies - and she wants to know, which one appeals to you the most?!

Pammy Blogs Beauty gets her pout ready for Spring with some super fun new lip products from Jesse's Girl!

If you are looking for a new and innovative Vitamin C topical treatment, check out what Polarbelle experience using Vitabrid C12.

Prime Beauty is loving the beachy vibes she's getting from the newest Deck of Scarlet/Roxette Arisa face palette! 

Allison from Never Say Die Beauty shares the dynamic skincare duo from Kiehls that she relies on for smoother, more hydrated skin!

Are you getting the most out of your expensive skincare? 15 Minute Beauty shares the correct order to apply your skincare. It really does make a difference in how well your skincare works!

Do you wish you had longer, thicker lashes without having to turn to false lashes or lash extensions? Christa from Realizing Beauty shares her experience with RapidLash and why she can't live without this lash growth serum.

Affiliate Link

Get Your Pout Ready for Spring with Lip Products from Jessie's Girl Cosmetics

 Affiliate Link Press Sample

Get Your Pout Ready for Spring with Lip Products from Jessie's Girl Cosmetics!

Gone are the dreary days of Winter. We are now in the midst of early Spring. So, that means it is time for a makeup re-fresh for me! Sure, I never wear a ton of makeup. However, as ya'll know, I do like to play with it, lol! Jesse's Girl has a fantastic lineup of new additions to their lip product lines: Lipsticks and GlowStix glosses.  Jesse's Girl sent over a range of shades for me to try out and I have honestly been having so much fun with these! 

Jesse's Girl Cosmetics are known for their fashion-forward and budget-friendly cosmetics. The products are super fun and on-trend. Plus, such great quality!

GlowStix Holographic Lip Colors:

Jesse's Girl has just expanded their award-winning line of GlowStix to include six new shades. These holographic glosses add such unique color and effect to your lips. You can wear them alone or over lipsticks or other lip color as a base to create unique combinations. The liquid crystal technology and holographic effect is eye-catching and can be so stunning! Plus, the new packaging packs in over twise the volume of their previous packaging. So, you are getting more for your money (retail $9.95 each). 

New Shades and Additions:

• 80275 Titania (NEW): Warm tone - Fire coral color finish with accents of yellow and orange.
• 80276 Pandora (NEW): Crushed Crystals in warm gold with lime green and electric yellow finish.
• 80277 Aurora (NEW): Electric teal with a holographic glow of purples, indigo and greens.
• 80278 Nova  (NEW): Cotton candy pink with a purple/blue finish.  The deepest in color of the group.
• 80279 Cassiopeia (NEW): Amazing combo of orange and green with more intensity on the holographic effect.
• 80280 Astrid (NEW): Crushed golden crystals with a glowing creamsicle finish. Oranges and yellows combine for the perfect subtle finish.
• 80281 Red Dawn: Same as original…A stunning iridescent, holographic orange with red shift.   
• 80282 Wicked: Amazing luminous, holographic green with blue shift.   

      

Jesse's Girl Lipstick:

Jesse's Girl has also re-introduced their Jesse's Girl Lipstick with 12 new shades with a newly designed case and new formula! I absolutely love this assortment...especially the nudes and the pinks.  The new packaging is super sleek and expensive looking. Plus, the formula is hydrating and lays down beautiful color! These retail for $4.99 each. 

You can find Jesse's Girl online on the Jesse's Girl website or on Amazon. 

Affiliate Link

Revamp Your Skincare Routine for Spring with MyChelle Dermaceuticals

Affiliate Link Press Sample

Revamp Your Skincare Routine for Spring with MyChelle Dermaceuticals:

Have you heard about MyChelle Dermaceuticals? I am so into this amazing skincare line!  MyChelle Dermaceuticals is a clean, conscious, and comprehensive skin care line which features exceptionally pristine, sustainably sourced, and natural bioactives that are biologically similar to your own skin. 

I am having so much fun exploring this line. Recently, I started using the MyChelle Remarkable Retinal Serum and the Sun Shield Unscented SPF 28. These are both great options! So, let's talk about them.

Here are some details about each product from MyChelle:

Sun Shield Unscented SPF 28:

This is an antioxidant-rich unscented mineral-based SPF daytime lotion for the face. I have a strong preferance for mineral sunscreens and I always particularly like the ones that are a combination of Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide. This formula contains both. Also, it contains other nourishing ingredients like Aloe and Vitamin E to soothe the face and reduce signs of irriation while protecting the skin from the sun. I like that this daily SPF feels lightweight and absorbs quickly to leave a smooth, clear, and matte finish. 

Key Active Ingredients:

• Titanium Dioxide 0.67%–PhysicallyshieldstheskinfromUV exposure, disperses damaging UV rays to limit photo aging, and creates an occlusive barrier.
• Zinc Oxide (ZinClearTM) 11.6% – A non-opaque Zinc Oxide that provides natural protection against both UVA and UVB rays.
• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder – Assists in pain relief, reduces inflammation, rehydrates, and improves the skin’s natural UV absorption capabilities.

I am a big believer in wearing sunscreen *daily* and reapplying throughout the day. We must protect ourselves from the sun. I have lost a dear friend to melanoma and my Dad struggled throughout his life with constantly getting basal cell carcinomas removed. Prevention is the key! 

To Use: I apply this in the mornings after washing my face, toning, and spot treating breakouts. 

Remarkable Retinal Serum:

Vitamin A derivatives are the gold standard in skincare. They are the #1 proven anti-aging ingredient. So, I am always trying to incorporate Vitamin A products into my skincare routine. This REmarkable Retinal Serum is a great option from MyChelle! It contains Retinaldehyde which is the mildest and most tolerated form of Vitamin A in skincare. Plus, this formula contains other powerhouse skincare ingredients like Ceramide 3 and Orange Plant Stem Cells for healthy skin renewal and minimization of the signs of aging. 

Key Ingredients:

• Retinal (Retinaldehyde) - Retinal is 500 times more effective than cosmeceutical-strength Vitamin A and is created using a patent- pending cryogenic extraction process, making it less irritating than other forms of Vitamin A and suitable for all skin types. Works to enhance skin radiance, reduce wrinkles and fine lines, as well as helps to treat acne, follicular papules, and oily skin.
• Citrustem® Orange Plant Stem Cells – Sourced from renewable plant material, this natural and sustainable ingredient increases cellular communication and skin’s elasticity for a silky and smooth feel.
• Ceramide 3 – Identical to the ceramide found in human skin, Ceramide 3 increases long-term hydration by creating a lipid barrier that protects skin from external pollutants.

To Use: 

I apply this in the evenings after washing my face. I apply a small amount of this all over (avoiding eye area). Then about 20-30 min later I follow up with a moisturizer. My skin tolerates this Retinal very well and I have had no issues with irritation or dryness from the product.

I am absolutely loving these items from MyChelle Dermaceuticals! I can't wait to explore this line further. :) Are you already a fan? What products are you loving? 

Affiliate Link

ELEMIS Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Marine Cream

Affiliate Link Press Sample

ELEMIS Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Marine Cream:

I am so excited to share ELEMIS's launch of their supersized and beautifully packaged Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Marine Cream in support of Women for Women International. This bestselling ELEMIS cream delivers a powerful promise, to support your skin and change women’s life. Now, you can't beat that!

A Product that Gives Back:

Longtime supporters of the organization, this year ELEMIS will donate $46,000 through sales of this product to help give marginalized women living in conflict-affect areas access to the life-changing skills needed to overcome the social exclusion and economic restrictions.

ELEMIS Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Marine Cream:

Wow...you guys, seriously! I try out a LOT of products and see a lot of packaging and presentation. However, this special cream is probably one of the most beautifully packaged and presented items that I have ever tried! It is glorious!!! Just take in these photos on this post. They don't even do it justice. Besides the gorgeous outer box and packaging, the jar itself is lovely and while it is a huge oversized jar, it is still sleek and not overly bulky. Plus, the product inside...swoon!

I love how my skin feels when I use this cream. It plumps up my skin and leaves me feeling hydrated, smooth, and soft. 

ELEMIS Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Marine Cream is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of wrinkles in 14 days, improve hydration, and leave skin feeling firmer and looking more radiant

The cream's hero ingredient, Mediterranean algae Padina Pavonica, has been blended with Ginkgo Biloba, Chlorella, and precious Rose and Mimosa absolutes to moisturize the skin.

This supersized jar of ELEMIS's bestselling cream retails for $199 at ELEMIS.com. Yes, that is super pricey...however, the actual value of the product inside is $256. So, it is actually a deal. 

If you want to seriously treat yourself, the just dive into this beautiful cream. You won't be sorry you tried the ELEMIS Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Marine Cream.

I continue to be impressed with the ELEMIS line. I am excited to try more. I especially want to try the ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream with SPF as I would really love to use this beautiful cream for the daytime, too! 

Affiliate Link

The Beauty Spotlight Team: Weekend Links!

 Affiliate Link

Allison from Never Say Die Beauty has been having loads of fun playing with the gorgeous new Jesse's Girl GlowStix, crystalline holographic lipgloss in eight 3D shades!

Stacie from Makeup Obsessed Mom just started using a new personalized skincare prescription that she ordered online from Curology. Stop by to see what it's all about.

Flit into the spring with the ColourPop Butterfly Collection. Shipra of Taneja's Bride shares the entire collection and ways to use the products!

Moisturize in the shower? Yes!!! Pammy Blogs Beauty has transitioned to moisturizing in-shower on wet skin with Jergen's Wet Skin In-Shower Moisturizer. Find out about how this works and how much time it saves Pammy in the mornings!

Prime Beauty got her eyebrows microbladed and takes you through the procedure step by step and shows you before and after pictures.

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog just reviewed and swatched Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Blush Glow Light to Medium palette, and if you are seeking an exemplary luxe blush and bronzer for the spring and summer– then you need to see this ultra-finely milled beauty. #CHARLOTTETILBURY

Pixi Beauty Skintreats is the star of the latest giveaway on Beauty Info Zone. See what new products you can win as well as learn about some of Pixi's newest beauty products.

Are you ready for summer beauty? Christa from Realizing Beauty shares her review and swatches of the new Dior Cool Wave Summer 2018 Collection.

Justina's Gems covered the Nars Spring Collection. What's your favorite makeup item?

How curious are you about making your eyelashes look longer and lusher? Christine from Fifteen Minute Beauty has the facts you need to know about using lash serums. Will her post sway you to try lash serums or keep you away?

Affiliate Link

Scentbird: A Monthly Fragrance Subscription: This Month's Scent!

 Press Sample Affiliate Link Blogger Ambassador

Scentbird: A Monthly Fragrance Subscription

As you guys know, I am a fan of the monthly subscription concept. I love the idea of a fun monthly delivery arriving right to my door. It is the quintessential gift to yourself...and a gift that keeps giving, monthly! We all deserve a treat, right? Well, I thought it was time that I re-visited my love of the Scentbird subscription. If you are a fragrance lover, you are going to want to keep reading! 

Have you heard of Scentbird?

Scentbird is a subscription service for luxury perfumes and colognes. Born out of the frustration with the “perfume graveyard” - expensive bottles of designer fragrances collecting dust on your dresser or cabinet - Scentbird was created for the pickiest girl (or guy), allowing you the chance to “date” luxury fragrances before “marrying” them. With Scentbird, you get access to a 30-day supply of over 450 top designer fragrances delivered right to your door for just $14.95 / month! Honestly, this is a stellar deal! We all know how expensive luxury fragrances are. This way you are getting a generous supply for such an affordable price. Plus, you can really explore fragrances to your heart's content. You will get to try out so many different ones. If you fall in love with one, you can add it to your lineup to get a month's supply again or you can splurge on a full-size (and you already know you love it!).

Scentbird allows you to receive a 30-day supply of a designer fragrance each month for $14.95. Unlike other subscription boxes, Scentbird allows you to pick which scent you want, ensuring you're always happy with what you receive. With over 450+ scents to choose from, you can experiment with a new scent every month. Scentbird even offers a quiz to suggest personalized recommendations for the perfect scent for you. 

The Scentbird site makes it really easy to explore scents based on type. So, I have discovered so many different scents that are within my scent personality type. Sometimes I like to try something new and sometimes I like to go back to a scent that I already love.

My Scentbird Perfume of the Month:

For only $14.95, you get a generous month's supply of a luxury fragrance. This month, I choose Amouage Interlude Woman. This is one suggested by the Scentbird site. So, I am excited to explore a scent that I wouldn't have known about otherwise. Amouage Interlude is a unique blend of floral, fruit, vanilla, sandalwood, and musky notes (and many more notes) make this a very complex and sophisticated scent. 

I must also mention that I love the Scentbird packaging. You get a little twist-up canister with a spray glass fragrance that pops inside. This small sleek design is perfect for on-the-go, in your purse, or for travel. Plus, it also is sleek and stylish enough for the top of your vanity in your perfume collection!

If you are a fragrance lover, you are going to want to subscribe! So, here is a deal for you:

Subscribe and Save: Coupon Code!!!

Get 25% off your First Month Subscription

Plus, $15 CREDIT towards any full size bottle purchase, if you subscribe.

Code: 25PERCENT2017

Affiliate Link

SUPERFOOD Skincare from ELEMIS

Affiliate Link Press Sample

We all know that Superfood is great for our bodies, right? Well, we should treat our skin with the same respect. I know that I always feel better the more superfoods that I eat. So, the same goes with skincare. Good ingredients, like Superfoods, really can make a big difference in the health and appearance of your skin. Our skin is the largest organ of our body. We should care for it well!

Introducing the SUPERFOOD Skincare range from ELEMIS:

"The microflora is the very first defense barrier against environmental stresses that can harm
skin vitality. It’s crucial to keep the microflora balanced for good skin health. The SUPER INGREDIENTS that run through this Superfood range from ELEMIS offer holistic nutrition for your skin and work SUPER SYNERGISTICALLY with all the foods, juices, and supplements you consume." NOELLA GABRIEL, ELEMIS CO-FOUNDER

The SUPERFOOD skincare range started with the amazing SUPERFOOD Facial Oil. This product is now an award-winning bestseller. So, now the range has expanded to include a Facial Wash, a Night Cream, and a Day Cream.

Essential to these power-packed formulas are Supergreen and Supergrain Complexes, rich in anti-oxidants, omega fatty acids, vitamins and minerals to feed the skin with nourishment. The Superfood skincare range features a Pre-Biotic, designed to aid in supporting the good-for-you microflora on the skin’s surface, helping to balance and maintain the skin’s delicate ecosystem.

Created specifically for the wellness and health-conscious, the ELEMIS Superfood Skincare Range  fits right into a balanced lifestyle. Seriously, this skincare range is totally targeted for people like me. I love eating healthy and eat vegan/whole foods about 80% of the time (I am on an 80/20 vegan/non-vegan diet). Literally, I feel better the healthier that I eat. So, I would love to extend this to my skincare. This SUPERFOOD range is a fantastic way to do that!

Lets talk about each of these products! Please click "read more" below to hear more!