If you read this site regularly, you’ve probably noticed our little Prescriptives love affair.

It hasn’t always been this way—in fact for many years we hardly noticed the Prescriptives counter—but over the last year or so, what began with a little flirting has developed into true, undying love. We’re not quite sure why we never paid more attention to the brand before, but now that we’ve experienced its wonderfulness, we just can’t get enough. (Much like the guy you meet at a party who appears so-so at first and suddenly becomes hotter than hot after he 1) makes you laugh, 2) tells you you smell nice (and means it), and 3) excuses himself to go help the host re-stock the bar but tells you he’ll be right back because you’re the most interesting person he’s talked to all night.)

Now that we’ve told you about the upcoming The Illuminators holiday collection, we want to show you some great gift sets that are perfect for travel, to keep on-hand at the office, or in your everyday Makeup Bag at home:

Prescriptives Intense Rebuilding Quartet
Achieve younger-looking skin with this must-have quartet. Set includes a full-size Intensive Rebuilding Eye Cream (0.5 oz.), a full-size Intensive Rebuilding Lip Shaper (0.07 oz.), a travel-size Intensive Rebuilding Moisturizer (1 oz.), and a travel-size Intensive Rebuilding Deep Hydrating Mask (1 oz.). $148.75 value for $92.50

Prescriptives Protects Set
Everything you need to help protect skin from the visible effects aging: sun, pollution, stress and excess sugar. Set includes a full-size Anti-AGE Advanced Protection Lotion SPF 25 (1.7 oz.), a travel-size Super Line Preventor Xtreme (0.5 oz.), a travel-size Anti-AGE Advanced Protection Eye Cream SPF 25 (0.25 oz.) and a travel-size All Clean Fresh Foaming Cleanser (1 oz.) $111 value for $67.50

Prescriptives Brightens Set
This foursome helps your skin stay bright and fresh throughout the holidays and all year long. Set includes a full-size Vibrant-C Skin Brightening Eye Cream (0.5 oz.), a travel-size Vibrant-C Skin Brightening Cream Moisturizer (1 oz.), a travel-size Super Line Preventor Xtreme (0.5 oz.) and a travel-size All Clean Fresh Foaming Cleanser (1 oz.). $92 value for $49.50

Prescriptives All Year Bronze Set
These essentials fake a sun-kissed look all year ’round. Set includes a full-size Sunsheen Bronzing Trio in Medium, a full-size Moonbeam Reflective Gloss in Comet (0.24 oz.), a travel-size Powder Brush and a travel-size Moonbeam Reflective Eyeliner in Beaming Brown (0.03 oz.). $60.50 value for $40

Prescriptives Absolute Eyes False Eyelashes Set
Customize your eyes with the mascara of your choice, plus all you need to make your eyes look amazing. Set includes a full-size False Eyelashes Plush Mascara in Plush Black (0.35 oz.), a travel-size lash Builder Mascara Basecoat (0.08 oz.), a travel-size Quick Remover for Eye Makeup (2 oz.) and a travel-size Anti-AGE Advanced Protection Eye Cream SPF 25 (0.1 oz.). $44.25 value for $26

Fulfilling our quota of holiday shimmer this season is Prescriptives The Illuminator All Over Face Color. Like candlelight, the silky powder illuminates our face with a warm glow. The richly textured shades enhanced with a subtle hint of gold allow for a customizable multi-dimensional effect.

And the faux-leather compact with magnetic closure is like none we’ve ever seen from Prescriptives before. The hefty charm and embossed Prescriptives logo are details that won’t go unnoticed; add the extra large mirror (we can see our entire face in the reflection!) and this compact becomes a hand bag essential.

Rounding out this holiday collection is the following:

NEW Shine Envy-Limited Edition, opaque high-pigment color with a high shine finish

• Barely (Y/O)
• Champagne (R/O)
• Blushing (R)
• Nuance (B/R)

Colorscope Lipcolor

• NEW Iced Plum (B/R)
• Copper (Y/O)
• Bare (R/O)
• Rose Glow (R)

Colorscope Eye Color

• NEW Goldleaf (Y/O)–Limited Edition
• NEW Caviar (Y/O)–Limited Edition
• NEW Storm (R)–Limited Edition
• NEW Gold Dust (Y/O)
• NEW Twilight (B/R)
• Antique Gold (Y/O)
• Satin (R)
• Black Diamond (Universal)

Moonbeam Reflective Eyeliner

• NEW Beaming Willow
• Beaming Black

The Illuminators, Prescriptives’ Holiday 2007 Color Collection is available beginning next month at Prescriptives counters nationwide, exclusively at Holt Renfrew in Canada and online at prescriptives.com.

We’ve seen this season’s makeup trends on the runways, in magazines, and on the red carpet—cat eyes, bold lips, strong brows—but translating these looks to everyday can be daunting for some.

Jillian Veran, Director of Artistry for Prescriptives (you’ve seen her on QVC, right?) gave us some simple tips and tricks to make this season’s dramatic looks more wearable for everyday:

• Know your look. If bold lips are not your thing, skip the season’s deep red lip and focus instead on a dramatic eye; If smoked-out eyes are too sexy for your style, try a softer version—like a simple cat eye or an extra coat of mascara—for a little drama without stopping the show.

• If liquid liner scares you, try this: Divide your eyelid into (imaginary) thirds. Starting with the outermost section, carefully draw a line toward the outside corner of your eye. Work your way in, by section, until you have a perfect line of liquid liner. It’s best to use a liquid liner that dries quickly (to avoid smudges)—our favorite is Lucky Stroke Eye Defining Liquid Liner. (This was a favorite even before we met Jillian. The compact size, precise brush, and long-wearing formula make it a Makeup Bag staple.)

• To create a more understated version of fall’s rich purple and dark red lips, dot on a light layer of bold lipstick with your fingertip—and finish with your favorite gloss. This gives a hint of pigment with the comfort of gloss.

After being in the business for 18 years, Jillian has seen makeup trends come and go. “It’s really all about what’s comfortable for you,” she tells us, “Trends can be customized to your own personality. I will never feel good in a crazy dark lip—it’s just not me.”

She does, however, love how the fall trend looks on others. “I loved the makeup at the Emmy’s this year,” she said, “all those gorgeous red lips!”

If you do embrace the red lip trend, be sure to keep a mirror handy—red lips must be perfect. Perfectly perfect.

Visit Prescriptives.com and QVC.com for more expert tips from Jillian Veran.

It’s no secret that we have a crush on Prescriptives.

And since we feel you should be crushing on them, too—you must catch QVC’s show on Friday, September 14 at 3am and 11am ET.

Jillian Veran, Prescriptives Director of Artistry, will be there to talk about the season’s latest and greatest Prescriptives products. We’ve already set our Google Calendar. Don’t miss it!