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Thursday
04Feb2010

Love Bites: CoolIT Systems USB Beverage Warmer & Cooler

If you're sweetheart is anything like, they probably spend about 75% of their time in front of the computer. I blog from anywhere there's internet - which nowadays, is a lot! Every cafe has wifi and there's no bounds to where I can work.  I eat in front of my computer, I do my makeup, and at times, I've even slept in front of it.

When I stumbled upon the CoolIt USB Beverage Warmer & Cooler, I knew I had to have it.  Using the USB outlet on your computer, this ingenious little gadget heats or cools any beverage of your choice! So if you're luvah enjoys coffee while they answer email, they'll love that their cup will never go cold!  Of course, the same things goes for a soothing glass of vino!

Get this handy little gadget for $30 from Hammacher.com - we're sure your loved one who loves gadgets will love! ;)

Tuesday
02Feb2010

Love Bites: LUSH True Love Gift Set

It's that time of the year again! Sweet nothings are being whispered, champagne is being sipped, and you're on the hunt for the perfect gift! I always find it hard to make a gift guide since I know I'll find something cute to add as soon as I finish! To keep from that, I'm introducing a new part of the blog - Love Bites. These posts will be short and sweet and filled w/ some snazzy gift ideas!

Our first bite is the LUSH True Love Gift Set...

I'm a huge fan of LUSH (especially their Cupcake face mask) and when I saw this set, I fell in love! Meant to tempt from the tub, the kit comes with their aphrodisiac-infused Sex Bomb Bath Bomb, red glitter Love Soap, and super moisturizing Yummy Yummy Shower Gel. After you're dry, enjoy a hea-vanilli massage using the Vanilla Dee-Lite lotion or the vanilla bar.

I like this gift because it begs to be played with by not only the one receiving but also one the giving! Valentine's Day is one meant to be spent with the one you love - have fun, play, & feel LUSH!

Buy True Love for $44.95!

Enjoy!

Tuesday
26Jan2010

Brew This: Ginger Orange and Ginseng Oolong Tea from Village Tea Co.

I've been drinking hot tea for as long as I can remember. Believe it or not, there was once a time when I preferred it to coffee.  (No, that's not a lie!)  Nowadays, I usually have a cup when I get home after a hard day or before I'm settling in for bed.  My usual cup is a calming green or jasmine but I'm pleased to share a new found favorite.
I'm a firm believer in the 'simple things' and that means being able to create my own little tea bag makes me happy.  Village Tea Co. houses their tea in 100% cotton muslin bags, encased in fun cylindrical containers. With each package of tea comes refillable cotton tea bags that you can wash and reuse.  You can put as much or as little tea or even mix the different flavors!  And since having tea can be as social as you'd like it to be, they include an extra muslin bag so you can share your tea.  
My favorite is the Ginger Orange & Ginseng Oolong tea. Don't worry - the two flavors come separately in one container so if you feel like just Ginger Orange or just Ginger, you can have exactly that.  When brewed, it's quite dark (like others of it's kind) and I love how it goes down smooth with a hint of fruit flavors.  Oolong is known for it's digestion support benefits so a cup a day definitely keeps the tummy aches away! 
Saturday
23Jan2010

Candid Recommendations: Foundation Fix with Erno Laszlo Absolute Finish SPF 15

For a girl who loves to experiment with makeup, I'm notorious for sticking to what I know works.  It's not a crime but it does limit me - which I don't like.  It's 2010 and I've made a resolution to go outside my usual makeup box and not only try but stick to using new products.  Since foundation seems to be the one product I'm the least consistent with, I decided that's where I'd start.

Erno Laszlo has the simple belief that skincare should be as unique as you are.  With a personalized approach and innovative technologies, they've become a leader in the industry.  I have been a long time fan of their HydrapHel Emulsion SPF 15 and when I heard of their whipped makeup, I was eager to try it! The Absolute Finish SPF 15 is a one-of-a-kind air whipped formula that goes on and feels practically weightless.  The no-water mix gives great coverage as it conditions and protects from the sun and it's harsh rays. 

I've been using the foundation for about 3 weeks now and I have no intention of stopping.  My shade is tan and it fits me perfectly at the moment - even if my skin tone is slightly lighter than usual.  

Using a BeautyBlender, the mousse is SO easy to apply; though I'm sure you could do it with your fingers just as easily.  Plus, the formula isn't greasy and doesn't seem to irritate my skin!  Also, I don't know if this is because it's whipped but a little goes a LONG way! And since it's so light, you'll feel like you're wearing nothing - except that 'nothing' makes your skin even, toned, and flawless.  

Absolute Finish SPF 15 retails for $47 and can be found at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, or online at ErnoLaszlo.com

Wednesday
20Jan2010

Be Pretty Powerful with Bobbi Brown Cosmetics

Do you consider yourself pretty or powerful?  How about both? Pretty powerful - it has a nice ring to it doesn't it?

Bobbi Brown believes that all women are naturally pretty and I completely agree.  My mother is a firm believer that less is more when it comes to makeup and thankfully, she instilled the same in me.  Bobbi Brown Cosmetics is known for creating products that perfect for women who want that natural look.  Their Pretty Powerful campaign wants to show the world how women can go from naturally pretty to powerful with the help of makeup.

Most women don't feel as confident when they're out with a naked face.  Each and every woman is gorgeous in her own skin but we all love to play with the paint.  For example, when I'm having what I call a "good face day", I'm a bit more confident in what I say and what I do.  I know it's a bit silly to think that just because I applied my eyeliner perfectly, I should feel more secure about things but that's the gist of things.  It's not that we're shallow as women but that we are pleased with our handy work - which of course, puts a little extra bounce into our step!

How do YOU feel after you've gotten a makeover? Do you feel gorgeous? Unstoppable? Ready to take on the world?

Share how you feel with Bobbi Brown Cosmetics via video and you could win a fabulous prize!  Not to mention be a part of the Pretty Powerful campaign - how sick is that? From all the submissions, 15 finalists will be chosen and given a personalized kit of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics for use in their next Pretty Powerful video. Three grand prize winners will be chosen to fly to New York for a master class and brunch with Bobbi Brown.

You can submit your video at www.BobbiBrownCosmetics.com/PrettyPowerful then share your link with your friends and family so they can vote for you! For each vote, $1 will be donated to Dress for Success - a charity that provides unprivileged women with interview suits and career advice. 

Share your entry here and we'll give it a shout out via Twitter! Don't forget to follow @AskBobbiBrown on Twitter too!