giveaway alert: RoC® Skincare Gift basket + $200 VISA gift card! {closed}

on behalf of the RoC® skincare team, i'm so excited and grateful for the opportunity to bring you a fabulous, huge  giveaway! i've been a brand ambassador for the last two years and this is a way to give thanks! so, in this season of giving, RoC® would like to gift you with a $200 gift card and a holiday basket filled with {the best} RoC® products!

interested?

of course you are! :)

~ here's what's in the basket:

RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Night Cream {read my review here}

RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Daily Moisturizer {read my review here}

RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Serum {read my review here}

RETINOL CORREXION® Eye Cream

RETINOL CORREXION® MAX Resurfacing System

RETINOL CORREXION® Sensitive Night Cream

RETINOL CORREXION® Sensitive Eye Cream

MULTI CORREXION® 5 in 1 Restoring Night Cream {watch my review here}

MULTI CORREXION® 5 in 1 Eye Cream {watch my review here}

MULTI CORREXION® 5 in 1 Daily Moisturizer {watch my review here}

MAX Resurfacing Cleanser {watch my review here}

Daily Resurfacing Disks {read my review here}

*visit rocskincare.com for more info about the brand, their ingredients and where to buy.*

~ and here are the rules** and what you need to do to enter for your chance to win!:

1. *follow me on Twitter and tweet me {@thebeautygirl}: "i want better skin in 2015! #RoCBeautyGiveaway " {up to 3 times}
2. *follow me on Instagram, regram the giveaway photo i've posted with "i want better skin in 2015! #RoCBeautyGiveaway " and tag me @thebeautygirl {up to 3 times}

super easy so far, right? just a couple more things**:

1. this contest is open today december 15, 2014, to US residents only, 18 and over. 
2. you may enter up to 3 times each by tweeting @thebeautygirl on Twitter and Instagram. 
3. if you are chosen as the winner, please be prepared to respond to me via DM or email {beautygirlmusings@gmail.com} within 24 hours to provide me with your name, mailing info and phone number {i will send this to the people at RoC; it will be used for shipping purposes only ~ your info will not be shared or sold to any third party}

**contest ends midnight PST friday, december 19, 2014 ~ winner will be announced saturday, december 20th, 2014 here, on Twitter and Instagram!

good luck!

**read please: contest open to US residents only; entrants must be 18 or older. entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name, address, phone number and email address to representatives of RoC skincare for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. non response {within 24 hours of winner announcement} will result in disqualification and a new winner will be chosen. all personal info is kept private and will not be used for any other purpose beyond this contest. one {1} winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. enter up to 3 times via Twitter and Instagram. more entries beyond 3 will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by RoC Skincare. some restrictions apply. open to US residents only. entries will be accepted through 11:59 pm PST on friday, december 19, 2014. winner will be announced saturday, december 20th, 2014. thank you. :)

beauty event: Mary Kay Makeover Day 2014!

the new year is beyond full swing, so you may find the excitement of 2014 slowing down. don't let it! it's time to recharge and have some fun ~ what about a fabulous makeover?

move over "march madness", this is the time for makeover madness with Mary Kay Makeover Day on saturday, march 8th!

according to a recent survey of nearly 1,000 women, the number one reason to get a makeover is "just because", proving that anytime is a good time for a new look! Mary Kay Makeover Day is fast approaching, meaning there's never been a better time to celebrate International Women’s Day than by learning some pro application techniques for getting a gorgeous new look and having fun with color!

 to showcase the brand's vast array color collection, Mary Kay celebrity makeup artist Virginia Linzee created "Delicate Details" ~ one of two looks to be showcased during the event. inspired by 2014 runway fashion, this specific look brings "runway to reality", teaching women how to fearlessly wear red! the goal is to beat the record of 44,000 makeovers in a day, so MK Makeover Day is giving women everywhere the opportunity to get a free makeover. yes, that includes you~ click here to find one near you!  want to know how to get the Delicate Details look using Mary Kay? take look at Virginia's easy application tips…

{all products by Mary Kay}

1. apply Mineral Eye Color in Hazelnut to the creases and on the eyelids. layer on Moonstone, taking it up to the brows. apply Sparkling White as a pop of color in the middle of the eyelids.

2. line upper and lower lash lines with Deep Brown Eyeliner.

3. apply Lash Love Lengthening™ Mascara in I ♥ black.

4. define brows with Brow Definer Pencil in Brunette or Mineral Eye Color in Espresso.

5. brush on Mineral Cheek Color in Shy Blush.

6. apply Creme Lipstick in Red. blot, then reapply at the center of the lips.



and since you're still reading {thank you!}, i want to give you the opportunity to win your own "Delicate Details" kit!

yay, a giveaway!!

i'm going to make it super simple, so here's how:

 US residents only, please:

**follow me, @thebeautygirl, on twitter, share this blog post and tweet me, using the line "@thebeautygirl i want to win a #MKmakeover kit!" **

updated:
 the contest** will run from today, march 1, 2014 until thursday march 6th.

i'll announce the winner on twitter on thursday, march 7, 2014, so keep your eyes on your twitter feed where i'll tweet out the winner. you'll have 24 hours to respond. if i don't hear from you, i'll choose a new winner. please be prepared to email me your full name and mailing info {this includes your address and phone number to be sent to MK PR for delivery purposes only}.

good luck!

visit marykay.com for more info about the brand, to shop and of course, learn more about Makeover Day 2014!

**please read: by entering this contest you must allow me to receive your full name, address, phone number and email address to be forwarded to representatives of Mary Kay for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to give information requested will disqualify your win. all personal info is kept private and will not be used for any other purpose beyond this contest. one {1} winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. please see contest requirements for all details on how to enter. some restrictions apply. open to US residents only. entries will be accepted via twitter through 11:59 PST, march 6, 2014; winner will be announced march 7, 2014 on twitter. thank you. :) **

and the @walmart @covergirl #bombshell giveaway winner is...

here it is, beauties~ the moment you {and i} have been waiting for!

< the winner of the $100 Walmart gift card, sponsored by CoverGirl, is…

Stephanie D!

congrats, you lucky lady! please contact me with your full name and mailing info {i also sent you a message on youtube}.

thank you SO much for all the fabulous support by entering and subscribing to my YouTube channel. stay tuned, there are more giveaways to come!

CoverGirl Bombshell makeup look, review + giveaway!!

bonjour, beauties! 

since i know how fabulous and in-the-know you are, i wouldn't doubt that you've already been hearing and reading all about the new Bombshell collection from Covergirl!

and if not, it's ok, by the end of reading this post, you'll have all the info you need…

not only do the Bombshell ads feature the gorgeous Sofia Vergaro {Modern Family}, but the products have proven to be just as fabulous.

before i go on, i must give you my full disclosure:

~ i received a Walmart gift card and with it purchased the featured products; these, as well as product information, were provided by CoverGirl. ~

scenes from my how-to video… :)

allow me introduce you to this glam collection...

CoverGirl Bombshell Volume by LashBlast Mascara.

the Bombshell Volume mascara is an entirely new mascara experience, unlike any other two-step offering available, it features a first-of-its-kind Boost System that has two brushes and two formulas for mega volume and dramatic intensity: step 1 ~ apply extreme volume base coat. it loads on the volume with a big brush and a mega-volumizing formula to thicken lashes; the result: even, clump-free volume! step 2 ~ apply the dark, intensifying topcoat to seal in the look; the proprietary micro-thin lacquer offers maximum impact and lasting power in just one coat. i love this step. not smudging or flaking. shades include: Very Black, Black, Black/Brown and Brown

Bombshell Shine Shadow by LashBlast  offers big sexy bombshell volume, shimmer and shine that lasts all night. i love the reflective pigments ~ they play with light to bring dimension to any look and come in six buildable, blendable, get-me-noticed, shades: Ice Queen, Platinum Card, Color Me Money, Gold Goddess, Copper Fling and Ooh La Lilac.

finally, bombshell eyes can be intense  ~ your liner should live up to the look!

CoverGirl Bombshell Intensity Liner offers a precision felt tip pen and smooth formula that glides on for a little or a lot of deep, dark sexy. the longwear liner is available in two shades, Pitch Black Passion and Chocolate Kiss; each liner provides liquid intensity for 24 hours of wear.

for my bombshell look, i used Shine Shadow by LashBlast in Ooh La Lilac and Copper Fling and complimented the look with Bombshell Intensity Liner in chocolate kiss. i finished my eye look using  Bombshell Volume mascara in very black.

to round out my look, i used Bombshell Explosion lipstick on my lips {topped with a shimmery beige gloss}. this is a very day-friendly look that can easily be amped up for a more dramatic look at night!

what do you think?

Bombshell Explosion Lipstick; Outlast nail gloss in Bombshell on my nails

watch my how-to video to see how i created my easy, day-friendly Bombshell look!




want create you own Bombshell look? head to Walmart or Walmart.com and choose your products. go home, and have fun!

you can also enter to win a $100 Walmart gift card, courtesy of CoverGirl!

here's how:

**required: 
**you must be a US resident
**subscribe to my channel on YouTube. share and like the video; leave a comment telling me what Bombshell product{s} you want to buy!


for an additional entries:
 **tweet me {copy and paste, if you wish}: "@thebeautygirl ~ i want to win the @CoverGirl #bombshell giveaway!"
{this is unlimited: tweet and RT as many times as you want!}
**tag me {@thebeautygirl} in a photo of your favorite @CoverGirl product{s} on instagram


the winner of the $100 Walmart gift card will be announced february 10, 2014 here on BGM, on the YouTube video page's info section, on Instagram and via Twitter. keep your eyes peeled!

if i receive no response within 24 hours, a new winner will be chosen.

visit covergirl.com for more info about the Bombshell Collection. 

products featured purchased with Wal-Mart gift card provided by CoverGirl. this is a sponsored giveaway. all pics taken by me. :)

**please read: by entering this contest you must allow me to receive your full name, address, phone number and email address to be forwarded to representatives of CoverGirl for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include information requested will disqualify your win. all personal info is kept private and will not be used for any other purpose beyond this contest. one {1} winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned.please see contest requirements for all details on how to enter. some restrictions apply. open to US residents only. entries will be accepted through 11:59 PST, february 9, 2014. winner will be announced february 10, 2014. thank you. :)

fragrance review: Guess Girl + giveaway!

Guess Girl is described as exciting, bold, sexy, playful, and i think for the target wearer {young ~ late teens to 20s}, this is absolutely the case. 

though i'm 33 {still young, if you ask me!}, this scent brought a smile to my face upon first smell. i love that it's strong enough to last yet light enough not to overwhelm or enter a room before i do.

Guess Girl is a fruity floral {top notes of raspberry nectar, melon and bergamot mist; mid-notes of brazilian paradise orchid, acacia flower and lily; base notes of skin musk, natural australian sandalwood}, perfect for this time of year when it's still warm. if you're into lighter scents for everyday wearing, i'd even say it could work into the cooler months. personally, i'd wear this in the winter just because i really do like this scent!

in addition to being pleasant smelling, can we agree the bottle is gorgeous?! it's pink {my fave color!} and has an adorably girly flower ribbon top ~ love it... :)

so, have you smelled Guess Girl yet? you can smell it for yourself at Macy's

or...

you can enter to win a bottle of your own!! 

simply email me: bgmcontests@gmail.com with "Guess Girl Giveaway" in the subject line.
in the body {for shipping purposes} please include your full name, mailing address, telephone number and tell me: "what type of scent do you wear most?"

the contest is open to US residents only. deadline to enter is 11:59pm PST, tuesday, september 3, 2013. one winner will be chosen at random and notified both by email and here on the blog on september 4, 2013.**

fan of Guess? follow them on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram! visit the Guess Girl website to learn more about this fab scent, and of course, if you choose enter the contest {i hope you do!}, good luck!

**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name, address, phone number  and email address to representatives of Guess Girl for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include information requested will disqualify your entry.  all personal info is kept private and will not be used for any other purpose beyond this contest. one {1} winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by Guess Girl. some restrictions apply. open to US residents only. entries will be accepted through 11:59 pm PST on tuesday, september 3, 2013. winner will be announced wednesday, september 4, 2013. thank you. :)

AG Hair Texture Spray Winners!

happy wednesday, beauties ~ hope your week is going well! thank you to all who entered! 

and now for the winners of the Texture Spray from AG Hair :

Kathleen N.

Ruth I.

and 

 Rachel B.

congrats! 

your prize will be shipped soon, ladies {and you will love it}! thanks again to AG Hair Cosmetics for sponsoring this fab giveaway!

AG Hair Texture Spray Giveaway!

i recently reviewed AG Hair Texture Spray, and i'm here to excitedly announce a fabulous giveaway of the product! that's right, beauties...

three {3} of you willhave the chance to receive a full-size product of your own, courtesy of AG Hair!

and it's super simple to enter** ~

send an email to bgmcontests@gmail.com with "AG Hair Giveaway" in the subject line. in the body {for shipping purposes} please include your full name, mailing address, telephone number and tell me: what product can you not live without in the summer?


 open to both US and Canadian residents, the Texture Spray giveaway will run from today {august 1, 2013} until 11:59 pm {pst} on august 6, 2013. winners will be announced august 7, 2013.

looking forward to your responses ~ good luck!

and be sure to visit AG Hair's fabulous blog! it's a gorgeous resource for inspiration, tips and how-to videos. for additional updates, inside scoop and special announcements, be sure to follow AG Hair on twitter and like them on Facebook.

**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name, address, phone number  and email address to representatives of AG Hair for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include information requested will disqualify your entry.  all personal info is kept private and will not be used for any other purpose beyond this contest. three (3) winners, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by AG Hair Cosmetics. some restrictions apply. open to US and Canadian residents only. entries will be accepted through 11:59 pm PST on tuesday, august 6, 2013. winner will be announced wednesday, august 7, 2013. thank you. :)

hair therapy: John Frieda giveaway!

as the season moves along, the weather drifts back and forth between cold and windy to even more cold, plus wet and rainy; it's expected that this unpredictable, moody weather can make for some interesting hair days.

well i have good news for you, beauties! John Frieda wants to make sure you have nothing but fabulous hair days this season with a package featuring a Frizz-Ease styler, Full Repair finisher and 2 Root Awakening products! these gems are perfect for this time of year and beyond.

and guess what? not one, but two {2} of you gorgeous readers will receive this most splendid assortment of goodies! let's take a closer look at each:

Root Awakening® Purify + Nourish Shampoo. this cleanser is eucalyptus-enriched to enhances shine and moisture to hair, leaving it lighter and fuller for more manageable style. the formula nourishes the scalp while being gentle on hair with purifying peppermint extract.
Root Awakening® Purify + Nourish Conditioner. infused with nourishing peppermint extract and invigorating eucalyptus; the lightweight blend treats dry, depleted ends without leaving behind oily build-up on the scalp. creates hair that's soft and manageable for bouncy, full-bodied style.
Frizz-Ease® Heat Defeat® Protective Styling Spray. works with heat tools to condition and straighten strands as it helps block humidity and rehydrate hair for up to 24 hours. contains a special ThermaGuard® complex, helping to protect against damage from heat tools; jojoba oil and humectants silken strands and replenishes moisture.
Full Repair™ Touch-Up Flyaway Tamer. a crystal-clear formula with inca inchi oil to weightlessly smooth flyaways and frayed ends, keeping your style perfectly polished, even on-the-go.


this contest will run until 11:59 pm {pst} on december 13, 2012 and is open to US residents only.
to enter** send an email to bgmcontests@gmail.com with "John Frieda giveaway" in the subject line. be sure to include your full name, mailing info and tell me what you do to keep your mane looking fabulous during this time of year.

good luck ~ i can't wait to hear from you!

to learn more about the full range of John Frieda products, get styling tips and more, please visit johnfrieda.com

**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name and email address to representatives of John Frieda for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include information requested will disqualify your entry. two (2) winners, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by John Frieda. some restrictions apply. open to US residents only, please. entries will be accepted through 11:59 pm PST on thursday, december 13, 2012. winner will be announced friday, november 14 2012. thank you. :)

Julep Sasha & Toni + a giveaway! {closed}

two gorgeous colors, wouldn't you say? they're Toni {grey creme with a hint of purple} and Sasha {bright cantaloupe melon creme} from Julep, the nail brand making huge waves on the beauty scene and fast-growing in popularity among nail polish junkies lovers like me. these shades wear fabulously and have added that something extra to my fall ensembles. 

not only do i love the polishes, the other beauty-related products they've been producing have been quite impressive {including, but not limited to, nail polish remover, lip gloss, mascara and sunscreen}. their Best Pedi Creme Ever! says what just what it is quite perfectly. it leaves my feet feeling and looking fab, incredibly soft and it smells so good.

all of this said, i'm beyond excited because i have a giveaway to share with you! 

the marvelous folks at Julep want to send one of you an Intro Maven Box set to experience the brand for yourself. if you didn't already know, not only do they offer great nail products, but they also have a great monthly program that gives you the chance to own the latest and greatest from their ever-growing collection. i've been using these polishes for over a year now and there's nothing negative i can say about them...

well...i do admit i'm still waiting for them to produce a luscious deep pink creme shade with my name {wink, wink}...

in any case, part of their program includes taking a quiz to determine your personal style {though you can change it month to month if you like what another maven box has to offer}. for the giveaway, you can choose which set you'd like to receive.
so, which Maven are you? {Toni and Sasha are Boho Glam, by the way}
take a look...

It Girl: edgy, bold; your statement-making look exemplifies the modern rock 'n' roll chic. 

American Beauty: the grown up version of the all-american girl-next-door. 

Boho Glam:  eternal romantic you appreciate beauty on a deeper level

Bombshell: sexy, confident; abundant with playful prints, flirtatious cuts, and saturated hues.

Classic with a Twist: this timeless, iconic look is marked by beautiful yet simple cuts and colors.

to enter the giveaway, simply send me an email to bgmcontests@gmail.com with "Julep" in the subject line. include your full name, mailing address, and your Maven box choice. this contest is open to U.S. and Canadian residents only, please. deadline to enter is midnight, pacific time, november 12, 2012. winner will be announced on november 13, 2012**. easy, right?!

if you don't want to wait and you're ready to jump in with the Maven program, visit julep.com and enter the promo code JULEPVIP to receive a discount on an intro box {feel free to share with your friends and family!}. also, full disclosure: if you sign up for the Maven program, i'll receive credit toward a free Maven box.

thanks and good luck!

**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name and email address to representatives of Julep for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include information requested will disqualify your entry. one (1) winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by Julep. some restrictions apply. open to US and Canadian residents only. entries will be accepted through midnight 12 am PST on monday, november 12, 2012. winner will be announced tuesday, november 13 2012. thank you. :)

Julep Zoe and Samantha + a giveaway!!! {closed}

as my love for nail polish grows {really...it's only slightly out of control! *wink}, i love discovering new brands. like lipstick, gloss and mascara, nail lacquer is something that we gals can purchase as a way to treat ourselves without breaking the bank.

one brand i was recently introduced to, and have had the pleasure of using, is Julep. you may have heard of them by now since they recently started a fun program for nail polish lovers {more on that in a minute} and are being featured quite frequently in print and online.

Zoe is a fierce shade of metallic bronzy tangerine, just fabulous for fall and a shade i wouldn't have picked to wear had it not been sent to me. however, after wearing it, i'm an official fan.


the hot pink, Samantha, is characteristically more *me*, but since i'm in full autumn/winter mode, i've actually only worn only once.

i'm beyond thrilled with Julep's 4-free formula {that means it's free of formaldehyde or formaldehyde resin, toluene and DBP}; it applies smoothly and lasts with little wear {this is with regard to my personal i-don't-wear-a polish-longer-than-3-days, but i do plenty of handwashing, housework and everyday stuff, like typing, with my hands}.


the range also includes items for keeping hands and feet gorgeous. products like Facial for Hands Glycolic scrub {pictured, above} -- an amazing, simple way to pamper hands at the end of the day! -- spf 30 hand cream and a fun at-home spa pedicure set, just to name a few, is a perfect indication that the brand puts thought into their products when it comes to hand and nail care, but still keeps it fun ~ also makes me wish i lived closer to one of their salons!

another thing i love is that they have come up with, and so excited to share with you, is their Maven program. it allows polish-aholics to receive a set {called a sneak peek box} of their products each month, based on a fun style quiz you take via their website; from there, a selection of products are chosen for you {not-yet-released shades and products, as well as cult faves, plus a surprise}; if for some reason you don't like what is selected for you before the box is sent, you can request what they call a "shelf pull", and they'll select new shades for you. in addition, you'll have access to purchase products from their full line of goodies at 20% off.

each sneak peek box is worth over $40, but membership is less than half and ships for free! you choose when you want to receive your box, or you can skip the month {p.s. ~ if you like the box, but need a fabulous gift, you can opt to have it sent to your gal-pal-- it will arrive wrapped and pretty at her door!}.

sounds fab, right? needless to say, i love the polishes and am in love with this program. since i already belong to a few shoe clubs, and now style and beauty clubs, i figured this was clearly the next club to join! :)

would you like to join? what if i told you could have a 3-month membership for FREE?

you can...because i'm giving one away to one of you, compliments of Julep!!

{the crowd goes wild!} yay!!

i haven't run a contest in over a year, beauties, so i'm truly excited about this for you!

**entry is super simple -- here's how:

*email me, bgmcontests@gmail.com, with Julep in the subject line
*include your full name and mailing address and tell me what your favorite nail color is!
*next friday, december 9, 2011, i'll announce the winner {chosen at random}. u.s. entries only, please.

in the meantime, feel free to take advantage of this offer: enter code beautygirlmusings at checkout and your first sneak peek box will cost only $5! :)

be sure to follow Julep on twitter {@julepnailparlor} for fab tips and nail advice, and learn more about the brand and full range of products by visiting julep.com

good luck!!

*read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name and email address to representatives of Julep for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include information requested will disqualify your entry. one (1) winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by Julep. some restrictions apply. open only to US residents only. entries will be accepted through 11:59 am PST on thursday, december 8. winner will be announced december 9, 2011. thank you. :)

A Month of Beauty Giveaways at The Beauty of Life!

for the second year in a row, Jamie over at The Beauty Of Life is doing an entire month of beauty giveaways! going on now, each day readers will have the opportunity to enter to win an amazing beauty prize from brands like Balenciaga, Ted Gibson, Orlane, Tocca, Dermalogica and Dior, just to name a few.

fyi, these are top-of-the-line, amazing products, beauties! Jamie is a beauty expert, and i promise her picks won't dissapoint. so head over there everyday for the rest of the month (and subscribe if you don't want to miss out on Jamie's fabulous daily updates!) and enter to win!

p.s., each giveaway lasts for only one day-- from midnight to midnight -- with the winner being selected the next day. here to The Beauty of Life now, and good luck!

xo
image: Beauty of Life Blog

CoverGirl Smoky ShadowBlast Kit Giveaway!!

it's a CoverGirl day, isn't it? i meant to announce this over the weekend, but i had a birthday party and a wedding that kept me occupied during my usual blogging hours (it was quite unusual that two major events fell on the same weekend, but i have to say, my husband and i had so much fun!!). in any case, i have another giveaway for you!!

yay!

CoverGirl Smoky ShadowBlast has quickly become a best-seller. with all the smoky eye looks on the red carpet, it's not really that much of a surprise. one thing i love about these shadows is that they come in traditional and non-traditional colors, making them perfect for creating day looks that easily transition to night.

as it turns out, YouTube sensation and diy beauty expert, Hanh Bui, created a video demonstrating how fun and simple it is to give yourself the most popular beauty look of the season with the Smoky ShadowBlast. from this CoverGirl was inpired to design customized DIY Smoky Eye kits that you now have the opportunity to win!

the CoverGirl DIY Kit (as seen in the image above) includes expert smoky eye tips, the full shade range of the Smoky ShadowBlast collection, as well as a coupon to the drugstore to complete the Blast look!

i'm so excited because for this giveaway, CoverGirl is going to give away seven (yep, seven!) of these kits to you, my fabulous readers! want to enter for your chance to win a kit? here's how:

send me an email, bgmcontests@gmail.com with ShadowBlast Giveaway in the subject line. be sure to include your full name, address and telephone number; tell me what spring/summer trend you are loving right now. U.S.. residents only, please. contest ends at 11pm, pacific time, on monday may 10, 2010. winners will be announced tuesday, may 11, 2010.


xo
**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name, email, phone number and mailing address to representatives of CoverGirl for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include all information requested will disqualify your entry. seven (7) winners, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by CoverGirl. some restrictions apply. open only to U.S. residents. entries will be accepted through 11pm pacific time on monday, may 10, 2010. winner will be announced tuesday, may 11, 2010. thank you! :)

Bioelements Giveaway!! {closed}

happy monday beauties! spring is in full swing, and that means just like we change what we wear to suit the warmer weather, it's time to change your skincare products, too. time to swap out those heavy winter cremes and take on a new skincare routine that delivers exactly what your skin will need.

it just so happens that Bioelements, one of my absolute favorite skincare lines, is going to give one of you lucky readers a whole new range of products for free!

Bioelements creates skincare products that are made with natural and organic botanical extracts, pure essential oils and advanced cosmeceutical ingredients. since being introduced to the line almost 2 years ago, i know these are amazing products. read my Bioelements product reviews here.

so let's get to the prize, shall we?

the winner will receive a total package that includes a cleanser, toner, moisturizer, sunscreen, exfoliator and night-time product. all products will be selected based on the individual's skin type. in total, this is a $250 value!

but wait, there's more!
the winner will also be given the opportunity too discuss their own skin type and concerns on a private phone consultation with a Bioelements esthetician!

wow, right?! i'm so excited for whoever wins this-- i wish it could be me!

to enter just send me an email at bgmcontests@gmail.com. include your full name and contact info (phone number and mailing address). U.S. residents only, please. contest ends midnight on thursday april 8, 2010, pacific time. one entry per email address, please.**

visit bioelements.com to discover more about the line yourself.

good luck!

xo
**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name, email, phone number and mailing address to representatives of Bioelements for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include all information requested will disqualify your entry. one (1) winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by Bioelements. some restrictions apply. open only to US residents. entries will be accepted through 12am (midmight) pacific time on thursday, april 8, 2010. winner will be announced friday april 9, 2010. thank you. :)

Don't Forget to Enter the Walmart Beauty Bag Giveaway!

have you entered to win the fabulous gift bag Walmart is giving away to celebrate their new online beauty department?

if not, click here for the details and what you'll need to do to enter (trust me, it's simple). the deadline is monday, november 2nd at 11pm, pacific time.

good luck! :)

xo
pic taken by me :)

Walmart.com Launches Beauty Products Online & a Giveaway!!

anytime i'm in Walmart, i have to spend a little time in their beauty department. i mean, come on, the prices are fab. now Walmart.com is offering a selection of beauty products that can be purchased for home delivery.

Walmart's top-selling items from trusted, national brands like Neutrogena, L'Oreal, Maybelline, Pantene and Gillette have been added to Walmart.com's online assortment and can now be shipped directly to your home!

the company recently sent me a sampling of some products they will have available, and want to offer the same opportunity to one of my fabulous readers. here's what's in the bag:



*Cover Girl Continuous Lip Color in Rose Quartz (two shown in the pic)
*Cover Girl Lashblast Volume Blasting Mascara in Very Black
*Cover Girl Eye Enhancers Trio in Shimmering Sands
*Crest Advanced Seal White Strips
*Olay Regenerist Micro Sculpting Cream with Amino Peptides
*Pantene Pro-V Moisture Renewal Shampoo for Damaged Hair
*Secret Clinical Strength Deodorant

so do you want these products to be yours? u.s. residents only-- send me an email, bgmcontests@gmail.com with Walmart Giveaway in the subject line. include your full name and your mailing info and that's it**!

the deadline to enter is 11pm pacific time, monday, november 2nd, 2009. the winner will be announced tuesday, november 3rd.

be sure to visit walmart.com/beauty

p.s. you can receive free samples of select health & beauty items online every day at walmart.com/samples

xo

first image, Todd Wright. second pic taken by me :)

**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name, email and mailing address to representatives of Walmart for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize(s). failure to include all information requested will disqualify your entry. one (1) winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by Walmart. some restrictions apply. open only to US residents only. entries will be accepted through 11pm, pacific time on monday, november 2, 2009. thank you. :)

Allure "Free Stuff" Month Starts Tomorrow!

mark your calendars! if you subscribe to Allure, then you know that the mag is holding an amazing month of giveaways (over $560,000 worth!). all month long they will be giving away tons of beauty and fashion products. typically, women read magazines to learn about new products but have to buy them to see for themselves-- Allure is eliminating a lot of costly trial and error with Free Stuff!

if you think about it, women still look for the latest beauty products to help them feel their best no matter what the economy is doing, and everyone loves getting free stuff. savvy beauty lovers can save extra money by entering to win free beauty treats such as Chanel Ultra Correction Day Cream ($150), Bobbi Brown Eye Palette ($60), and cult favorite L’Oréal Elnett Hairspray ($15). there's even fabulous fashion and style loot—including Derek Lam sandals ($790) and Earnest Sewn jeans ($198).

to enter, every weekday in August, check the calendar in the magazine, then go to allure.com/freestuff for details. you can even have a daily reminder sent to your cell phone: just text "FREESTUFF" to ALLURE (255873).

other great free stuff to be won include:

**thursday august 6th- Citre Shine Shine Miracle Anti-Frizz Serum

**monday August 10th- OPI Nail Lacquer in Here Today..Aragon Tomorrow

**tuesday August 11th- Burt’s Bees Very Volumizing Shampoo Pomegranate & Soy

**wednesday August 26th- Patricia Wexler M.D. Dermatology Universal Anti-Aging Cleanser


good luck!

xo

for the guys: AXE Hair Product review and giveaway!

let's face it, men aren't into fussy routines. i know my hubby more than appreciates multi-tasking products that save him time. the last thing he wants to do is spend more time than he has to on something he knows can be done in less than ten minutes. AXE 2 IN 1 Shampoo + Conditioner addresses this as well as makes sure your guy is cleaned up and looking good.

in addition to being a 2-in-1 product, this duo has a masculine scent that leaves his hair smelling great and feeling soft. your guy, like mine, will also appreciate the superior ease of use-- grab the bottle, push the button that flips the top open, pour the product into hand, rub into hair, close cap, set it down, finish washing hair and rinse.

as far as styling goes, AXE has one for whatever type of look he likes. one, called Refined, is a pomade that is to be used on damp hair. it isn't greasy and leaves hair styled the way you want it-- without a heavy or "crunchy" feeling. again, applying the product is easy: scoop out a small portion, rub it between hands and run through hair until it's where it should be.


pomade instructions inside the cap



if only it were that simple for us girls...nah. i like my routine, he can have his. :)



AXE Hair is on a mission to help guys get the kind of hair that girls love, but they can't do it alone. don't you think your guy would like to have some of his own products? then you'll want to enter my AXE giveaway! three lucky winners will be selected for the following:

*grand prize (1): a pair of AXE Hair Products: one full-size shampoo and one styling product

*two (2) runner-ups: one mini pack containing a travel size AXE DUAL: 2 IN 1 Shampoo and AXE PRIMED: Just Clean Shampoo

to enter:

*send me an email at bgmcontests@gmail.com with "AXE Giveaway" in the subject line.

*include your full name and mailing address

*contest is open to U.S. only please

*one entry per person please

*entries must be received by tuesday, july 21 at 11pm pacific time.



be sure to visit AxeHairCrisisRelief.org. thanks to the AXE Hair team for providing product for my review and this great giveaway!


good luck!

xo

**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name, email and mailing address to representatives of AXE for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize(s). failure to include all information requested will disqualify your entry. three (3) winners, chosen at random, will receive the prize(s) mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by AXE. some restrictions apply. open only to US residents only. entries will be accepted through 11pm, pacific time. on tuesday, july 21. thank you. :)

review: Dove Ultimate Visibly Smooth (and a giveaway!)

it's always an unpleasant subject, but underarm hair is annoying. what's even more annoying is having to shave to keep armpits smooth (i could wax, but i don't like having to grow out the hair. and yes, i said it, armpit, LOL!). Dove Visibly Smooth antiperspirant/deodorant was created to not only give fabulous wetness and odor protection, as well as soothe skin with their signature Dove moisturizers, but to also provide the user with a Pro-Epil complex that helps soften and minimize the appearance of underarm hair over time. this makes for easier removal and longer time between shaves.

so does it work?

from my experience over the last couple of weeks, it is beginning to! i've noticed, in addition to no odor and very little wetness, it has become easier to shave my underarm hair (the Wild Rose scent-- sent to me by Dove's PR-- smells beautiful). i have had no irritation after shaving, as has happened in the past, and hopefully, i'll be shaving less and less the longer i use it.

i think you'll love Dove's new Visibly Smooth (you can buy it online here), and am offering you the chance to win a full-size for yourself. of course, Dove wants to pamper you more, so they are throwing in a plush robe and an adorable stainless steel razor, too! this complete package is worth over $100-- do you want it?


click on the images to enlarge


here's how to enter:

*email me, bgmcontests@gmail.com with "Dove Giveaway" in the subject line

*please provide your full name and mailing address

*U.S. residents only

* deadline to enter is 11pm, pacific time on july 17, 2009

best of luck!

xo
**read please: entering this contest means you are giving me permission to forward your name, email and mailing address to representatives of Dove for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize. failure to include all information requested will disqualify your entry. one (1) winner, chosen at random, will receive the prize mentioned. duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. giveaway sponsored by Dove. some restrictions apply. open only to US residents only. entries will be accepted through 11pm, pacific time. on friday, july 17. thank you. :)