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For the Traveling Gal…

Published December 21, 2007 Miscellaneous Leave a Comment

I love DC/New York once or twice a year. I love to travel. I love flying (kinda have to with dating a pilot). BUT after being on a plane and in cold weather, my skin doesn’t love it so much. So, I was excited to see this:

Travel This Works

Contains:

Energy Bank & Deep Calm Bath & Shower Oils
Turbo balm: to keep lips hydrated
One for all: the essential oil blend for antiseptic relief
Stay Cool soothing eye serum
Enjoy Really Rich Lotion: powerful moisturizer for face and body
Quick Spritz: refreshing spray for the face
Breathe In: calming inhaler

www.thisworks.com

I’m a girl. Which means I’m not exactly a light packer. Loop’s canvas bags are perfect. Spacious enough to fit everything I do need, don’t need and then some. And they’re all so adorable. Big plus. I ordered mine from Urban Outfitters last year:

Loop bag
Loop bag 2

The original website: http://www.loopnyc.com/

I also found some super fun luggage tags from http://www.loungefly.com/. I got the unicorn!

Loungefly unicorn tag

Twinkle, Twinkle…

Published December 13, 2007 Beauty Leave a Comment

I’m a big fan of shimmer. I’ve gone through many cosmetics and narrowed it down to three of the best quality products that would be splendid for anyone. Each of these can be used however you please. All found @ Sephora!

Benefit Showoffs. My favorite is Lola (fuschia). Comes in a vast array of bold colors. Depending on the shade – you can wear as a blush, eye shadow or mix it with lip gloss!

Benefit Lola

Benefit Moon Beam. Subtle. Pearlescent. Wear alone or mix with foundation for an all over glow. Pretty for a night out. Has a cute little nail polish applicator.

Benefit Moon Beam

Bare Escentuals shimmer in Nude Beach. I absolutely adore this one. Great color. Very sparkly. Can be used for eyes or all over as a fantastic highlighter.

Bare Escentuals Nude Beach

Great buys.

Published December 13, 2007 Beauty , Skin Care Leave a Comment

Sunsilk Hydra TLC I’ve been very loyal to the Nexxus hair products for years. That is, until I decided to give a cheaper brand name a try after a friend suggested it to me. Sunsilk. The Hydra TLC shampoo in the pretty hot pink bottle is just amazing. I couldn’t believe the instant change in my hair…as opposed to always waiting it out for results. My hair is the softest it’s ever been and actually looks healthier. This one gets an A+ in my book.

I first read about this product in Nylon. I was so impressed by the reviewer’s comments that I went to Target to pick up the $3.50 bottle myself. Sunsilk Anti Static Mist from their winter collection. Completely takes care of static and flyaways and it smells great. Perfect for winter.
Sunsilk mist

garnier

I’m saving the best for last. Garnier Nutritioniste Nutri Pure Detoxifying Cream Cleanser. Probably the longest name ever. But I’ve gotta tell ya, it’s THE best face wash I’ve ever used in my life. It’s a thick, rich cream rather than a foamy soap…which I just love. Very pretty scent. It leaves my face feeling super clean, refreshed and moisturized. After only a few uses I noticed a clearer, brighter complexion. No irritation. No overdrying. Great for every day use. I would strongly recommend that every girl tries it at least once. It’s that fabulous.