limited edition: LORAC Blushing Beauty Collection

it's summer and that probably means you're choosing makeup that will give you that beautifully radiant look. to help you achieve this, LORAC Cosmetics created the limited edition Blushing Beauty Collection. the 7-piece set includes everything you'll need to give your eyes, cheeks and lips that healthy-looking, rosy glow that lasts.

included in the limited-edition set:

*3 single-pot eyeshadows in Pink Champagne, PRO Mauve and Bordeaux

*Cobra Mascara

*PRO Powder Cheek Stain in Rosy Glow

*Alter Ego Lipstick in Duchess

*3-in-1 Waterproof Pencil in Black

the LORAC Blushing Beauty Collection retails for less than $40 and is available at select Kohl's stores. you can also find it online at kohls.com, but don't wait: this set is limited edition, so get it while you can!

happy shopping!

video: sneak peek of the new LORAC PRO Palette 2!

bonjour, beauties! hopefully you're enjoying a relaxing saturday…

i don't want to take up too much of your time {i do appreciate and thank you for visiting me here today!}, but since i know you'll be excited about this news, i just wanted to share a fun little peek into the soon-to-be-released LORAC PRO Palette 2!

enjoy!

visit loraccosmetics.com for all things LORAC!

and be sure to follow LORAC social channels:

*instagram: @loraccosmetics
*facebook: facebook.com/LORACCosmetics
*twitter: @LORAC_Cosmetics

beauty review: Lorac POREfection foundation

oil, paraben and fragrance free…just a few of the standout features of the new LORAC POREfection Poreless Foundation {oh, and it also contains SPF 20}.

in addition, this new foundation is infused with anti-aging antioxidants: vitamins A and E, olive leaf extract, lemon fruit extract and papaya fruit extract. these ingredients help soothe, nourish and rejuvenate, and as i'm sure you already know, the SPF 20 provides protection from uva/uvb rays.

Carol Shaw, creator of LORAC says, "when formulating POREfection Foundation, i combined the best of nature {natural ingredients} and the best of science to create a makeup that performs ~ it has great slip and full coverage with a natural finish…i love the professional look and feel of this makeup."

the shade sent to me {PR-8 golden tan} unfortunately was one shade too light, but this didn't really seem to be an issue once my full face was on {and i was able to be a little more liberal with my bronzer, LOL}. i wore it daily for a good week {indoors and out} and i wore it alternating between other foundations from day to day for another week. needless to say, i got to know this foundation quite well...

it's not a long-wearing foundation, but i found it performed well enough. i like that the coverage is buildable, never cakey looking, and the finish is natural. i did have to do touch-ups of my makeup after about 6 hours {sometimes 4-5 hours depending on the day} because it did begin to wear off. and in case you were wondering, i always use a primer, and i applied it in various ways ~ sometimes with my fingers, sometime a sponge and/or with a brush.

my favorite thing about POREfection {that i wish my beloved drugstore foundations would adopt} is the pump. it's the fabulous kind of pump that pushes the product up as it's used {love that} so nothing is wasted and it keeps the foundation sanitary. i also appreciate that POREfection is a true multitasker. not only does it set out to keep skin healthy, youthful-looking and radiant, but provides good coverage and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. :)

while this wasn't an absolute i-can't-live-without-this-foundation home run for me, and i truly believe that makeup experiences, preferences and the like are personal, i definitely think LORAC POREfection is worth trying for yourself! find out more by visiting loraccosmetics.com. you can also visit your local Kohl's or Sephora to see/try it in person!

product featured was sent to me by PR/brand for review consideration; all thoughts and opinions are my own; i received no payment for this review. pics taken by me :)

last-minute holiday gift ideas...

as you may know, i love gift sets. they can be given as a way to introduce your recipient to a line of products they might not be familiar with, or feature their fave products. they can also be divided up among several different people, making them more cost-effective {always a good thing for the wallet, right?}

the fabulous LORAC Bejeweled Gloss set is a fabulous gift idea for your gloss-loving pal. it would also be splendid to gift one lippie paired with something you know she'll also love {movie tickets, itunes card, that book she has been dying to read}, then wrap it up with gorgeous ribbon or box {be creative!} and watch her face light up with delight over the gift and your thoughtfulness...so fun!



Stila Holiday Dream in Full Color Palette offers endless awe-inspiring color combinations. with 29 shadows, 7 cheek colors, the best-selling Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner in Stingray, this palette perfect for the gal who has much to do and places to be seen. a step-by-step 16-page artistry lookbook is included to show you how to apply each eye shadow shade to create numerous looks for everything from a day of running errands or grabbing lunch with friends, to a night out on the town or special occasion soiree.



Fresh Brown Sugar Affair combines luxury and nourishing products to pamper for a gorgeous at-home spa experience. the original Brown Sugar Body Polish and Brown Sugar Body Cream are included and will guarantee an end result of radiant, soft, hydrated skin; to give lips a pampering experience anytime, you'll also find Sugar Passion Tinted Lip Treatment spf 15 {love!}, a universal, buildable-shade of red looks stunning on all lips.



for the nail polish fanatic, any of the shades from Dr's Remedy Jolly & Joy nail polish collection would be fabulous. this unique collection of shades includes Revive ruby red, Serene silver glitter, Resolution red glitter, Essential emerald and Passion purple; all are gorgeous, perfect for this season and seasons to come.

beauty steal: LORAC Perfectly Lit Luminizing Powder in 'Spotlight'

who loves a fabulous deal? i know i do, so i had to share this-- it's too good to miss!

today through august 10, 2010, LORAC Perfectly Lit Luminizing Powder in Spotlight will be offered for only $9 (originally priced at $32!) exclusively at Sephora stores and online at sephora.com.

if you love an illuminated look, this powder offers users a radiant glow, making it look like you are glowing from within. it also optimizes the effect of the light to diminish imperfections, even your skin tone and brighten your complexion.

happy shopping!

xo

LORAC Holiday Smoked Out Collection

if you're looking for an amazing, wallet-friendly gift for your makeup-loving friend or family member, this limited-edition LORAC Holiday Smoked Out Collection is definitely one to consider. sold exclusively on loraccosmetics.com, this set includes fabulous products to create everything from a sweet to a sultry look.

here's what's in this set:

*Starry Eyed Baked Eye Shadow Trio in Rising Star
*Midnight Sparkle Pencil Eye Shadow/Liner
*Cheek Stamp in Island Spice
*Lip Polish in Bliss
*Black Makeup Bag

if you're still not convinced, know this: Starry-Eyed Baked eyeshadows retail for more than this whole kits costs-- that's a serious deal!

visit loraccosmetics.com to get more info and to order.

p.s. -- in addition to this, there are many products on sale right now from about $5 (click on the vip discount tab), so take advantage and happy shopping!

xo

Get the Season's Best Looks from Lancome, LORAC and Dior

i found this video that shows three of the top makeup artists giving their tips on how to achieve the season's best looks-- check it out! links to the products are below...



makeup artist Durais, for Lancome, creates a look of Hollywood Glamour: "fall is all about lashes, liner and lipstick."

Artliner

Oscillation Mascara (now available!)

Le Lipstique Liner

Sensational Effects Lipstick in Red Stiletto.


Carol Shaw for her own line, LORAC, creates the Modern Sexy look: "smoky eye and light, luscious lips."

Multi-Platinum Palette

Lip Pencil in Light Nude

Mocktail Lipgloss

Visual Effects Mascara


Ricky Wilson, for Dior, created the Understated Chic look: "a clean eye, a sculpted cheek and berry stained lip that makes that hot dark lipstick you see in every magazine wearable."

Two Color Eyeshadow

DiorSkin Smoothing Concealer

Crayon Eyeliner in Deep Brown

Ionic Mascara

High Shine Lipstick in Rasberry Rush

Blush in Pink Copper



xo

find a mascara you will love with The Lash Stash

searching for a new mascara can be a difficult task if you blindly purchase without any sort of plan. packaging can be so misleading, so how are you to know if this ginormous lash mascara is (or isn't) better than this mega-ultra big lash mascara?

Sephora (who else?) has taken it upon themselves to help you out!

The Lash Stash is a collection of 7 black mascaras, and are in a travel size. all are best-sellers, so you can rest assured you'll find at least one you absolutely adore.

this limited-edition kit includes a 0.14 oz Benefit A Little Bit BADgal Lash in Black, a 0.02 oz Blinc Kiss Me Mascara in Black, a 0.15 oz LORAC Publicity Stunt Lashes in Black, a 0.12 oz Smashbox Bionic Mascara in Black (stay tuned for my review of this one), a 0.24 oz Stila Multi-Effect Mascara in Black, a 1.0 oz Sephora Brand Lash Plumper in Black, and a 0.17 oz Too Faced Lash Injection in Black.

this is so ingenious! why didn't i think of this? no worries. at least now if you don't like a mascara, you don't have to feel guilty about throwing it away! find The Lash Stash exclusively at Sephora.



xo

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LORAC aquaPRIME Oil Free Makeup Primer

just like you need a great base coat for your nails to help your color last, you need a makeup primer to give your makeup something to hold onto. it can be the difference between makeup that lasts or gives up on you in the middle of the day.

LORAC aquaPRIME Oil Free Makeup Primer is a water-based primer that works to moisturize your skin and prepare it for a smooth makeup application.

i love that it glides on like silk, creating a fabulously smooth surface on my skin. applied under moisturizer, it helps my makeup stay put all day without pore-clogging oil. it is also fragrance and silicone-free. makeup goes on, stays on, and still looks great after a long day! i love the light texture and the fact that a little goes along way.


find LORAC aquaPRIME Oil Free Makeup Primer at sephora.com and loraccosmetics.com

xo

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