Beauty Report: You Don't Have To Wait For The Holidays To Sparkle And Shine

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There is nothing quite like receiving a package from Pixi in the mail. The shimmery boxes make you feel like a child opening gifts on Christmas day, but then that's only the beginning. Even better is opening and sampling the cruelty-free cosmetics inside!  

Holiday Shopping For Her! It's Not Too Late!

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Hopefully your holiday shopping is finished and you are planning to rest and relax over the next few days. However, if you're still searching for the perfect gift for her, don't forget The Body Shop has great last minute gifts and stocking stuffers for the special woman or young lady on your list!

I've gathered a few favorites that I've been personally using, and that are sure to please even the pickiest person on your list. After all, who doesn't love cruelty-free cosmetics and skincare essentials?  

The Body Shop's Strawberry Duo Lip & Hand Set is at the top of my list for the young lady who still needs a yummy cruelty-free essential in her faux fur stocking! 

It's Here! Clinique's Gift with Purchase is Now Available at Macy's

Clinique fans are going to love this - myself included! Macy's  is offering a free gift with any $27 Clinique purchase! That's a $70 value! It's your chance to indulge in a sweet new look with these irresistible favorites and snag your favorite Clinique product(s) at the same time! 
 

Spring Beauty Trends We Love!

Although the brutal winter is not yet over, spring will be here before you know it, and you know what that means: fabulous new spring beauty trends! The season is all about rebirth, so consider it your grand opportunity for reinvention after being bundled up for months in heavy sweaters and jackets. With that said, let's talk about five spring beauty trends that are classic, lovely, and perfect for the warmer months.

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Bold lips

If you've been continuously applying lip balm all winter for fear of getting dry lips thanks to the cold and wind, you'll love interchanging it with bold lip shades that are ideal for complementing all the exquisite colors in nature that will soon be making an appearance. A personal favorite is almost any shade of red, but considering it's spring when all the vibrant hues are starting to reemerge, you can sport any bright shade that you desire, such as that pink or orange color you've been wanting to try.

A Valentine's Day Beauty Blog Hop Giveaway!

For this super-awesome Valentine-themed blog hop, 38 fabulous beauty bloggers have teamed up to give away some beautiful prizes! If you've been wanting to splurge on some fun items for yourself...you're in the right place!

Join the Fun and #PlayBeautifully

Hey e.l.f. fans! You're invited to #playbeautifully using elf products you already own! Simply share your favorite products and looks on Instagram and tag #playbeautifully for a chance to be featured on @elfcosmetics Instagram. Then, be sure to follow along @elfcosmetics Instagram for the next beauty challenge where you can have a chance to win a mega-haul! 

21 Days of Beauty Steals!

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21 Days of Beauty starts today at ULTA! Enjoy exclusive daily beauty steals from all your favorite brands thru September 26! I've got my eye on the $3 lipsticks! 

Happy shopping! As always, come back and share your fab finds!

How To Wear Shimmer Makeup This Season!

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So many makeup products these days give your skin a shimmery glow. You might be thinking, why would I want shimmer, I'm not ten years old?! Well, a little shimmer and sparkle isn't just for kids. Follow these tips from beautystoredepot.com to use shimmer to your advantage.

* Look for sheer options. Opt for lightweight shimmer products, not heavy, opaque, "frosty" makeup.

* Focus on one feature. You'll surely look like you got into mommy's makeup if you have heavy shimmer and shine on your eyes, cheeks AND lips. Pick one feature to shine.

* Go light-handed with application. Unless you're going for a costume look, apply products lightly. If you are going for a natural shimmering glow, then here is where you can add a little to the cheeks and the eyes - just don't overdo it!

* Try a multi-use highlighter. Yes, it can be daunting at first, but one great highlighter can do so many jobs. GloMinerals GloHighlighter can be applied before or after your foundation depending on how subtle you want your glow. Apply it to cheekbones, the brow bone, inner corner of eye or the center of lips for a hint of shine.

* Avoid shimmer on certain areas. Applying shimmer products to fine lines, wrinkles or blemishes will only highlight them, and that's definitely not the goal here. However, a lightweight powder like Pur Minerals Afterglow Illuminating Powder contains the natural shimmer of mica to actually reflect light away from your imperfections.

* Always blend! This is the key to making your shimmer look natural. Use a GloMinerals GloTools Cream Blush Brush for creamy or liquid products and a GloMinerals GloTools Fan Brush for powder formulas. And be sure to only use this brush for your sparkling products, otherwise you'll end up with shimmer everywhere, all the time.

How do you wear shimmer makeup? I'd love to hear your ideas! Here's a hot tip: through 4/19 you can take $10 off orders $49+ at beautystoredepot.com with code UPICK10 at checkout. FREE SHIPPING, too!

Missamé: Quality Brushes At A Great Price!

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When it comes to flawless makeup application, the makeup brushes you choose make a big difference! Just ask any makeup artist and they will tell you that it is very important to invest in good quality brushes. Quality brushes can take ordinary makeup to a whole new level and are essential for blending, contouring, highlighting and creating a flawless look.

I've recently had the chance to try Missamé's cruelty-free makeup brush set and let's just say I am in love. The brushes are super soft and definitely comparable to my higher end department store brushes! I look forward to using Missame brushes every morning. Seriously. They feel great against my skin. I've also washed the brushes and found they are very easy to clean and did not shed at all. When brushes are super soft and show no sign of shedding, it's a good sign you are using professional quality brushes. It is no wonder Missamé stands behind their brushes and offers a 100% lifetime guarantee. 

My Missamé brushes came in a beautiful chocolate carrying case that makes traveling with the brushes a breeze. Each super soft brush is well crafted with eco-friendly bamboo handles designed to fit your hand for easy makeup application. There are 10 brushes in the set and each is designed to help you achieve a professional look. Use the eye and face brushes for contouring, foundation, eye shadow, blush and bronzer application. If you are a mineral makeup user, you will appreciate the Kabuki Brush - a customer favorite!

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This Week's Beauty Blog Roundup!

We have an exciting roundup of beauty posts this week!

Over at Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: If you seek a stunning glowing complexion and pink cheeks, then look no further than Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush in Radiant Magenta. Then head over to TheFabZilla, Curious about the new lipstick releases from Marc Jacobs? I have the juice and scoop for you!!! And at Painted Ladies, Sheila shares her January 2015 Beauty Favorites, with picks from ColourPop, Smashbox, and Anastasia Beverly Hills. Color Me So Crazy shows us RedCoatTuesday using Rimmel London Lippy!! Loving RED Lips!! Spontaneous Chick shares Getting married? Check out these wedding day beauty tips for the bride to help you get ready on your big day. Beauty by Miss L reveals her Simple Valentine´s Day nail art with a tutorial. beautyXposé says It’s that time of the year again – time for hearts, roses and lots of red and pink. To prep, Kristin treated herself to a Valentine’s Day Manicure.  BeautyTidbits tells us that Valentine's Day is only a few days away! Are you dropping hints for what you'd like to get? Here is a round up of 10 gorgeous gift ideas to get your heart pumping this Valentine’s! At Endlessummer Blog, Elena talks about her little helper – Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge – and shows how it performs. Lastly, I Know all the Words discusses dry winter lips love deserve colour too... Mary Kay True Dimensions Sheer Lipstick are a perfect solution. 

Milani's New Fierce Foil Packs A Powerful Punch of Glam!

Milani's Fierce Foil collection takes shine to a whole new level with its shimmery special effects! The bold shiny colors have just arrived from the Milan runway and are ready to add glam and sparkle to our cosmetic bags! 

Look Your Best This Holiday Season!

It's the most wonderful time of the year once again. As the holidays approach, you'll be making the rounds to parties, family gatherings, and special outings. You'll want to really have some pizazz as you get social. Take some time out for yourself to ensure that you are looking in top form. Heads will be turning and tongues will be wagging in appreciation when they see you walk into a room.

Transform Your Hair
Now is one of the best times to give yourself a new hair style. Whether you bring a magazine clipping, pull up a photo on your phone, or let the hairdresser get creative, breathe new life into your appearance. You'll be amazed at what a difference a new cut and color can do for you. Shed years off of your age. Spice things up. Give yourself a brand new attitude.

Win a Mia Mariu Glamorous Look Giveaway {10 Winners}

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Style, Decor & More is thrilled to participate in this beautiful giveaway! You know how much I love cosmetics and perfume! Here's what you can win from Mia Mariu:

Stocking Stuffers for Her ~ 2014

 Kate Spade Sleep Mask 

 Jinsoon Tout Ensemble Nail Polish, $58 (Ships free from Sephora) 

 Living Luminizer by RMS Beauty, $38

 EOS Rachel Roy 3 Pack

 Have your cake and eat it too! Confetti Lip Scrub by Sara Happ (Not In Stock) - Try other great flavors HERE!

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Clinique Bonus Time! Gift with Purchase!

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Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Contest! (EXPIRED!)

Will Your Lipstick Leave You Dreaming of Fabio?

Have you seen the newest collection of cosmetics from M.A.C, cleverly called "A Novel Romance"? The assortment of steamy paperback novel-inspired nail lacquer, lipsticks, eyeshadows, and more, are designed to create the look of your favorite seductress. The tempting new line full of luscious fall colors is now available at Nordstrom. 

M.A.C. - Fall in lust with A Novel Romance, a colour collection teeming with deep, luscious shades that will leave you feeling overwhelmed with desire. Passion mounts, and these hues fan the flames of your deepest emotions, as an amorous adventure begins. Seduced by a secret lover, eyes lock, shrouded in the lustful, metallic hues and cool blackened purples of our Eye Shadow quads. Get provocative in seductive plum and burgundy Lipstick. Then, play the temptress in come-hither shades of sweet lavender and soft rose gold. Finally, cheeks flush in shimmering Powder Blush, as you turn the page towards a powerful climax…leaving you utterly breathless.

A Must Have Nude Eyeshadow Palette!

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Hard Candy Mystery Bag Giveaway!

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Alright all you makeup junkies, have we got a giveaway for you! It's a Hard Candy mystery bag giveaway! Hard Candy is being especially nice and offering this terrific giveaway for the winner(s) to enjoy!