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Makeup Bag: 2010 April

April 22, 2010

Avon Advance Techniques Volumizing Mousse & Hair Spray

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Several months ago I asked Makeup Bag intern Monica Leitner to try out some samples of Avon Advance Techniques hair products.

The funny thing is, after reading Monica’s reviews I had to hit up my local Avon lady to get my own samples of these products. Both the Avon Advance Techniques Volumizing Mousse and Avon Advance Techniques Hair Spray are currently available for $4.00.

The thing that most struck me about Avon Advance Techniques Volumizing Mousse was its texture, as many products on the market labeled “mousse” err toward more of a “foam” in my book. This Avon product offered the best of both worlds: the airy weightlessness of a foam combined with a creamy, whipped mousse consistency (think mousse from the mid ‘90s) and a delicious, Tropical Kool-Aid scent to boot! After styling, my hair had a little more body, more control and was completely devoid of any stiffness or stickiness.

The Avon Advance Techniques Hair Spray has a super yummy salon smell, and kept my hair full, controlled and soft without ever feeling sticky or dry. Even after a day of donning a satin headband (very Blair Waldorf) that typically smashes down my hair with no hopes of revival, my hair stayed lifting and tamed. A keeper!

Avon Advance Techniques products are available online at avon.com.

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April 22, 2010

Issey Miyake ‘L’Eau d’Issey Summer’ Eau de Toilette

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I don’t even care that I am completely judging a book by its cover, especially when the “cover” looks like this!

I love the tapered, modern shape of this white and purple masterpiece – it’s so contemporary it practically doubles as décor! Plus, it contains a “delicate floral fragrance with a freshness in the top notes.” Guess I know what’s on my wish list for spring!

Issey Miyake ‘L’Eau d’Issey Summer’ Eau de Toilette is available from Nordstrom for $62.

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April 20, 2010

Daily Style: Kate Spade It Takes All Sorts Ring

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I could get lost in the swimming pool blue and divinely smooth texture of this gorgeous cocktail ring. I don’t know if it’s the color or mod surface, but something about it is instantly calming and incredibly beautiful.

Kate Spade It Takes All Sorts Ring is available from Kate Spade for $75.

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April 20, 2010

Nailtini Peaches & Cream You Call It Mini Bar

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As much as I love to experiment with trendy nail colors, nothing beats the classic standby shades.

This clever little kit contains four mini must-haves in cocktail inspired shades that are subtle, classic and free of formaldehyde, toluene and DBP.

Nailtini Peaches & Cream You Call It Mini Bar is available from QVC for $24.

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