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Makeup Bag: 2009 October

October 28, 2009

What’s In My Shower: October Edition

whats in my shower october

Suave Professionals Volumizing Shampoo & Conditioner ($2.69)

For less than $3 each, this volumizing shampoo & conditioner is a steal. I can’t say it’s the best shampoo & conditioner I’ve used but it has a great smell and doesn’t weigh down my fine hair. Also? It costs less than a grande soy latte with one Splenda!

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Plump Perfect Gentle Line Smoothing Exfoliator ($27)

I like to use face exfoliators in the shower as they are easier to rinse clean. (At the sink, I never seem to rinse away all the little granules around my hairline.) This Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Plump Perfect Gentle Exfoliator contains micro-fine beads to polish skin and leave it looking fresh and new. I’ve been using it once a week in the shower to revitalize my skin.

Korres Materia Herba Toning Cleansing Foam ($27)

Typically, I stay away from foam cleansers as I prefer creamier formulas for my normal to dry skin, but this Materia Herba Toning Cleansing Foam from Korres is anything but drying. The all-natural ingredients are formulated to break up oil and bacteria while sloughing off dead skin cells, leaving skin soothed and hydrated.

Pureology SuperSmooth Shampoo & Conditioner

This shampoo & conditioner from Pureology is designed to smooth and strengthen chemically processed hair. Formerly the SuperStraight System, this line includes reformulated favorites plus new products to help smooth unmanageable hair. I like how it has a slight masculine scent—a nice departure from the typical shampoo scent.

Molton Brown Purify Ambrusca Body Wash & Polish ($32)

The Purify Ambrusca Body Wash & Polish contains particles that aggressively exfoliate skin while cleansing with a rich lather and leaving behind its delightful scent. With winter upon us (I woke up to snow this morning!) this is the perfect scrub to polish dull skin and get the blood flowing!

October 28, 2009

Daily Style: Stocking Wine Holder

stocking wine holder

If you’re looking for a special seasonal touch for holiday hostess’ gifts, look no further than Frontgate.

This whimsical little stocking is the perfect way to transport a bottle of wine or champagne in seasonal style! The pattern itself is cute – I love the argyle, stripes and bold contrasts that set it apart from traditional holiday styles.

Stocking Wine Holder is available from Frontgate for $34.50.

October 28, 2009

Bath & Body Works Joyful Wishes

vanilla bean noel
This frothy set of sugary bath and body treats will thrill anyone who wants a hint of a sweet scent.

I personally have a love/hate relationship with Vanilla Bean Noel: I delight in its sugary goodness but tire of it quickly. That said, it has an almost cult-like following and a devoted fan base that cannot get enough of its vanilla bean, caramel and cream notes.

This caddy totes a perfectly portioned dose of the fragrance – it includes a hand soap and body lotion, a great way to savor its sweet scent without overloading your senses.

Bath & Body Works Joyful Wishes is available from Bath & Body Works for $15.

October 27, 2009

Stila Holiday Smudge Pot Collection

stila holiday smudge pots

I am obsessed with this adorable family of petite Smudge Pots!

The collection contains small sizes of Stila Smudge Pot bestsellers Black and Kitten and newcomers Violet (pretty purple with shimmer) and Starry Night (bold deep blue with shimmer). I am SO excited to try Starry Night, as I’ve never been able to resist a beautiful blue liner.

This set is a great way to dabble in some fun new liner shades without breaking the bank. Bonus: The smaller pots also mean it’s more likely you’ll use up all the liner before it dries out!

Stila Holiday Smudge Pot Collection is available from Stila for $32.