If traditional wedding attire is not your thing, then take a look at Makepiece's collection Here's an example of a Makepiece wedding dress called Truffle.
You can see their entire collection here.
Image credit: Makepiece
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Swell Style: Knit Wedding Dresses
In just a few weeks, I'll be shooting a wedding for my photography company, Chase Your Bliss Photography. I'm very excited, as this will be a first for me. Up until now I've focused on individual and family portraits. I'm very excited about the whole project and to get ready, I've been looking at lots of wedding photos. I've noticed that even though most brides pick a white or ivory dress, they each like to put as much of their own personality and personal style into that dress.
Today, I found an email from Makepiece in my mail box. Makepiece crafts beautiful knit clothing. The company's aim is to be as carbon neutral as possible, which means the wool they use was obtained through sustainable farming practices.
If traditional wedding attire is not your thing, then take a look at Makepiece's collection Here's an example of a Makepiece wedding dress called Truffle.
You can see their entire collection here.
Image credit: Makepiece
If traditional wedding attire is not your thing, then take a look at Makepiece's collection Here's an example of a Makepiece wedding dress called Truffle.
You can see their entire collection here.
Image credit: Makepiece
Monday, August 30, 2010
Swell Style: Emmy Dresses & An Old Spice Emmy
Did you hear the news? "Swell Guy," Isaiah Mustafa, the Old Spice Man, won an Emmy last night. WooHoo! Congratulations!!
Did you have a favorite look from the Emmys? I liked the softer, more natural hair styles. Claire Danes looked gorgeous....... which reminds me, have you seen her lash enhancer commercial? That woman's lashes are nuts.
I read that some people didn't like January Jones dress, but I loved her hair. It was shiny and non-helmet-y and had these sort of long piece-y pieces that really contrasted with all the roundness of the dress.
Kyra Sedgwick's purple dress was pretty and it appeared to have sort of texture to it - either velvety or crinkly. I wish I could see a close-up of the fabric.
Toni Collete's dress had an interesting pattern at the bottom. It was drama at the bottom and sweet at the top.
A lady picks a dress - she wants to feel pretty for a special night, powerful, beautiful, etc. In the morning she gets up and there she is, star of a Worst Dressed At the Emmys list. Sheesh, if she was so inclined, she actually could have used her phone to surf the web to learn that news while still wearing the dress.
Last night, before it was even dark here on the West Coast, I saw one of the GLEE ladies on just such a list. Oh, what do the list-makers know? She felt pretty, she's AT THE EMMYS, (while you are stuck behind your keyboard) let her enjoy her night.
What do you think? Would you listen to the listmakers or would you let your heart help you decide what to wear?
Image credit: Picapp.com
Did you have a favorite look from the Emmys? I liked the softer, more natural hair styles. Claire Danes looked gorgeous....... which reminds me, have you seen her lash enhancer commercial? That woman's lashes are nuts.
I read that some people didn't like January Jones dress, but I loved her hair. It was shiny and non-helmet-y and had these sort of long piece-y pieces that really contrasted with all the roundness of the dress.
Kyra Sedgwick's purple dress was pretty and it appeared to have sort of texture to it - either velvety or crinkly. I wish I could see a close-up of the fabric.
Toni Collete's dress had an interesting pattern at the bottom. It was drama at the bottom and sweet at the top.
A lady picks a dress - she wants to feel pretty for a special night, powerful, beautiful, etc. In the morning she gets up and there she is, star of a Worst Dressed At the Emmys list. Sheesh, if she was so inclined, she actually could have used her phone to surf the web to learn that news while still wearing the dress.
Last night, before it was even dark here on the West Coast, I saw one of the GLEE ladies on just such a list. Oh, what do the list-makers know? She felt pretty, she's AT THE EMMYS, (while you are stuck behind your keyboard) let her enjoy her night.
What do you think? Would you listen to the listmakers or would you let your heart help you decide what to wear?
Image credit: Picapp.com
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Swell Style: 5 Sandals for Less Than $15
Charlotte Russe has a number of shoes on clearance right. Choices include flip flops, strappy sandals, high heels, and wedges - the full clearance sale selection is located here. Quite a few of the shoes are less than $15. Right now there are still a wide selection of sizes and color choices, here are a few examples....
Smocked Fabric Slides with a 4.5 inch cork bottom heel for $8.99
Leopard print loop front sandal for $10.99
Fabric pleated slingback, looks like a little tuxedo tie, for $12.99
Black and white checkered print heel, with a little ruffle over the toe for $13.99
Brown canvas strap wedge for $13.99
Image credit: Charlotte Russe.com
Smocked Fabric Slides with a 4.5 inch cork bottom heel for $8.99
Leopard print loop front sandal for $10.99
Fabric pleated slingback, looks like a little tuxedo tie, for $12.99
Black and white checkered print heel, with a little ruffle over the toe for $13.99
Brown canvas strap wedge for $13.99
Image credit: Charlotte Russe.com
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Swell Beauty: Ava Anderson Non-Toxic Makeup & Skin Care
Ava Anderson is not your average teenage girl. In 2008, at the age of 14, she saw a report that alerted her to the dangers of traditional makeup and skin care products.
Anderson found that nothing was truly non-toxic, so she set out to develop something of her own. Cosmetic toxicity is rated on a scale of 0-10. Ava's products are all zero.
My daughters and I have been using the Ava Anderson* mineral foundation and blush, plus a variety of the lip glosses. The foundation is perfect for teens who have issues with their skin. It's made with a Silk Powder that is is both an anti-inflammatory and a natural moisturizer.
I like the colors - Bailey uses the light foundation, Sarah and I use the medium. It's light and comfortable. Very nice makeup. It's easy to control how heavy you apply the makeup - you can go light if you only need a little coverage, or apply more for a more opaque finish. You can purchase just the foundation or get a kit that includes the Kabuki brush, blush, and foundation.
The glosses are made with plant-based ingredients including shea butter, mango seed butter, vitamins, antioxidants, and beeswax. The colors appear dark in the tube, but they go on very sheer with a light color. Perfect for teens .... or moms - I love the plum color.
You can find the Ava Anderson Non Toxic products here.
*Products furnished to writer for review.
Image credit: Chase Your Bliss Photography
The study was performed by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), See study at right. We were both shocked, and I immediately went to my room to begin what would turn into months of research. The more I learned, the more alarmed I became. I started searching for safe products for my family, my friends and myself. After hundreds of hours of research it was apparent that although the market was flooded with “organic”, “natural”, “safe” and “pure”, there were almost always toxic ingredients and chemicals in there, as well, not to mention the ones hidden in the ingredient “fragrance.” I managed to find some “ok stuff” but nothing that was truly non-toxic.
Anderson found that nothing was truly non-toxic, so she set out to develop something of her own. Cosmetic toxicity is rated on a scale of 0-10. Ava's products are all zero.
My daughters and I have been using the Ava Anderson* mineral foundation and blush, plus a variety of the lip glosses. The foundation is perfect for teens who have issues with their skin. It's made with a Silk Powder that is is both an anti-inflammatory and a natural moisturizer.
I like the colors - Bailey uses the light foundation, Sarah and I use the medium. It's light and comfortable. Very nice makeup. It's easy to control how heavy you apply the makeup - you can go light if you only need a little coverage, or apply more for a more opaque finish. You can purchase just the foundation or get a kit that includes the Kabuki brush, blush, and foundation.
The glosses are made with plant-based ingredients including shea butter, mango seed butter, vitamins, antioxidants, and beeswax. The colors appear dark in the tube, but they go on very sheer with a light color. Perfect for teens .... or moms - I love the plum color.
You can find the Ava Anderson Non Toxic products here.
*Products furnished to writer for review.
Image credit: Chase Your Bliss Photography
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Swell Makeup: Mineral Eye Shadow
I've mentioned before that I'm teaching my youngest daughter, Sarah, about makeup. She's been allowed to wear a bit ever since she turned 12. I did her eye makeup before school yesterday. I want to show her colors that work well with her hazel eyes.
A year or so ago, I purchased two sets of mineral eye shadow from Pink Quartz. One was a shimmery dress-up kit and the other was a matte set. I'm not sure if she still sells them this way, but you can see the colors used in the brighter set here. To do Sarah's look, I used a matte peach and I lined with an olive color. She loved how it turned out. If you want a more dramatic look, simple use more shadow or wet your brush before applying.
When you use a mineral shadow to line your eyes, use an angled liner brush, and instead of "drawing" along the lash line "push" the color in. If you try to draw it, the powder tends to spread and land on your cheeks.
I recently had the opportunity to try the Cowgirl Dirt* line of mineral shadows. You could do a similar look with their Copper and Cactus shades. If you prefer a smoky eye, try the Midnight. It's a deep navy color that also makes a great liner.
Tomorrow, I've got a new mineral makeup to share with you. It's a line designed my a teenage girl. How cool is that?
*Product sample furnished to reviewer.
Image credit: Chase Your Bliss Photography
A year or so ago, I purchased two sets of mineral eye shadow from Pink Quartz. One was a shimmery dress-up kit and the other was a matte set. I'm not sure if she still sells them this way, but you can see the colors used in the brighter set here. To do Sarah's look, I used a matte peach and I lined with an olive color. She loved how it turned out. If you want a more dramatic look, simple use more shadow or wet your brush before applying.
When you use a mineral shadow to line your eyes, use an angled liner brush, and instead of "drawing" along the lash line "push" the color in. If you try to draw it, the powder tends to spread and land on your cheeks.
I recently had the opportunity to try the Cowgirl Dirt* line of mineral shadows. You could do a similar look with their Copper and Cactus shades. If you prefer a smoky eye, try the Midnight. It's a deep navy color that also makes a great liner.
Tomorrow, I've got a new mineral makeup to share with you. It's a line designed my a teenage girl. How cool is that?
*Product sample furnished to reviewer.
Image credit: Chase Your Bliss Photography
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Swell Style: Interview Clothes
I love style blogs. I like to start on one, then use it as a jumping off point to discover new ones. I've learned a lot in my style reading and one of the most important lessons is to be brave in my choices.
When I began my job search a week ago, I had one interview dress, a giraffe-type print black dress that I found on sale at Target for $19.99. I love this dress. I'm busty and it totally covers that area without making me look dumpy. It nips in at the waist and it's not too short. Perfect for interviewing.
I paired it with a pair of high-heeled, brown leather sandals, but I noticed that a strap had broken on my sandal as I sat in the lobby. Ack!! Panic!! I borrowed a pair of scissors from the receptionist and then drove straight to Kohl's after the interview. I had to have interview shoes.
I texted my sister as I searched Kohl's clearance shoe section. We decided I needed a pair of brown shoes and a pair of black shoes. At home I have a pair of pointy brown faux alligator pumps. I love them, but ouch. I have to be able to walk. I found this pair of black shoes right away. They are cuter on than they look in the photo and incredibly comfortable. I'm wearing them for my interview on Monday.
I couldn't find an inexpensive pair of brown shoes on clearance, but I did find these.....
Holy cow!! I love them!! I called my daughter and she found a Kohl's coupon on our kitchen counter. I was able to get both pairs of shoes for less than $20. The second pair is not an "interview shoe," but I can wear them with a brown shirtdress I picked up at Target.
For some reason Target has this dress listed online at $24.99, but I got it off the clearance rack for something like $17.48. I like my price better. I plan to start sharing my outfits soon, but today my interview dresses are keeping my treadmill warm. Time to clear them off and get busy on my run.
Image credits: Target and Chase Your Bliss Photography
I paired it with a pair of high-heeled, brown leather sandals, but I noticed that a strap had broken on my sandal as I sat in the lobby. Ack!! Panic!! I borrowed a pair of scissors from the receptionist and then drove straight to Kohl's after the interview. I had to have interview shoes.
I texted my sister as I searched Kohl's clearance shoe section. We decided I needed a pair of brown shoes and a pair of black shoes. At home I have a pair of pointy brown faux alligator pumps. I love them, but ouch. I have to be able to walk. I found this pair of black shoes right away. They are cuter on than they look in the photo and incredibly comfortable. I'm wearing them for my interview on Monday.
I couldn't find an inexpensive pair of brown shoes on clearance, but I did find these.....
For some reason Target has this dress listed online at $24.99, but I got it off the clearance rack for something like $17.48. I like my price better. I plan to start sharing my outfits soon, but today my interview dresses are keeping my treadmill warm. Time to clear them off and get busy on my run.
Image credits: Target and Chase Your Bliss Photography
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Swell Shopping: FREE Beauty Products
I live in a college town. This weekend shopping has been a serious undertaking - the parking lots are packed, the aisles are packed, it's best to get in and out early. Or better yet, shop online from the comfort of your own home. Aah, that's the way to do it.
How about some FREE beauty products?? I've got some FREE Stuff coming right up.......
*Sephora:
Get a sample of Clinique's new Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle & UV Damage Corrector free with purchase at Sephora. To recieve your free anti-aging product, use the code REPAIRWEAR at checkout.
FREE Ren Blemish Cleanser. Use code CLAYCLEANSE at checkout.
FREE Strivectin Facial Cream. Use code SCULPT at checkout.
FREE deluxe-size sample of Aquolina Pink Sugar scented Body Mousse. Use code PINKSUGAR at checkout.
*ULTA:
Get 2 FREE deluxe samples of bareMinerals Bare Escentuals products. Choose from a matte or original deluxe foundation, plus a Rare Minerals Moisturizer with purchase of a any Bare Escentuals product.
The FREE Weekender bag offer is still going on, as well.
Image credit: Sephora
How about some FREE beauty products?? I've got some FREE Stuff coming right up.......
*Sephora:
Get a sample of Clinique's new Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle & UV Damage Corrector free with purchase at Sephora. To recieve your free anti-aging product, use the code REPAIRWEAR at checkout.
FREE Ren Blemish Cleanser. Use code CLAYCLEANSE at checkout.
FREE Strivectin Facial Cream. Use code SCULPT at checkout.
FREE deluxe-size sample of Aquolina Pink Sugar scented Body Mousse. Use code PINKSUGAR at checkout.
*ULTA:
Get 2 FREE deluxe samples of bareMinerals Bare Escentuals products. Choose from a matte or original deluxe foundation, plus a Rare Minerals Moisturizer with purchase of a any Bare Escentuals product.
The FREE Weekender bag offer is still going on, as well.
Image credit: Sephora
Friday, August 13, 2010
Swell Style: Magnetix Pendants
I'm currently hunting for a job. I've worked from home for the past ......well a really, really long time, and I needed a couple of dresses for interviews. I lucked out on a couple of shirt dresses on clearance at Target - one brown and one black. They are very simple bordering on boring, but I wanted something conservative and adaptable. I knew that I needed to add something fun to the look - they needed something.
Luckily, Donna Asch sent me a set of her Magnetix pendants* to try. This is the one that I wore today...
I wish I had thought of this idea - it's both simple and genius at the same time. You start with a necklace that has a magnet attached to it. You attach the pendants to the necklace magnet, switching easily from one look to another. The magnetic connection is very secure, I've been wearing the pendant all day and it fits tightly to the magnet. Pendants are made out of a variety of materials including shells, stones, and crystals.
Each Magnetix set comes in a little metal gift box. You can see the second pendant that I tried above. I love both of them - just my style. The pendants stick to the metal lid, so it's a great way to take your jewelry with you, either in your purse or in your bag if you are going out of town.
You can find Magnetix at Donna Asch Designs.com.
Image credit: Chase Your Bliss Photography
*Product supplied to writer for review.
Luckily, Donna Asch sent me a set of her Magnetix pendants* to try. This is the one that I wore today...
I wish I had thought of this idea - it's both simple and genius at the same time. You start with a necklace that has a magnet attached to it. You attach the pendants to the necklace magnet, switching easily from one look to another. The magnetic connection is very secure, I've been wearing the pendant all day and it fits tightly to the magnet. Pendants are made out of a variety of materials including shells, stones, and crystals.
Each Magnetix set comes in a little metal gift box. You can see the second pendant that I tried above. I love both of them - just my style. The pendants stick to the metal lid, so it's a great way to take your jewelry with you, either in your purse or in your bag if you are going out of town.
You can find Magnetix at Donna Asch Designs.com.
Image credit: Chase Your Bliss Photography
*Product supplied to writer for review.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Swell Guys: Guy Style At the Teen Choice Awards
Have you had a chance to see any of the celebrity arrival photos for the Teen Choice Awards? Lots and lots of leg for the ladies, with minis on every other young starlet. As for the men, well there's something about this look that I love...
Travis McCoy in shirt, tie, and vest. I think it has more to do with his laid-back expression than his actual outfit.
Another handsome man, Ian Somerhalder, arrived in a leather jacket (in August?? Many of the guys were wearing leather.) and his little brother's hat. (Yes, that was snarky. I'm sorry, I'm usually very polite).
David Beckham. He always looks perfect to me. He wore his sleeves pushed up, as many of the Teen Choice guys did, for that relaxed, "this is a fun show" look, plus he left one side of his shirt untucked which reminds me of a charming little boy. Dang, he's so pretty.
When it comes to untucked shirts, I'm cool with it if there is no tie. Lamar Odom, Levi Johnson wore ties and untucked shirts. That reminds me of a senior picture outfit when you only have to worry about the top of the torso showing. Otherwise it looks nuts and unfinished. Levi looks like he was sleeping one off in the car and they drug him to the awards show. This kid is just a kid - he didn't pick this outfit, someone "styled" him. What were they thinking?
Whose guy-style did you admire at the Teen Choice Awards? Do you think the men were too casual in dress next to all those snazzy-mini-skirted ladies?
Image credit: PicApp.com
Travis McCoy in shirt, tie, and vest. I think it has more to do with his laid-back expression than his actual outfit.
Another handsome man, Ian Somerhalder, arrived in a leather jacket (in August?? Many of the guys were wearing leather.) and his little brother's hat. (Yes, that was snarky. I'm sorry, I'm usually very polite).
David Beckham. He always looks perfect to me. He wore his sleeves pushed up, as many of the Teen Choice guys did, for that relaxed, "this is a fun show" look, plus he left one side of his shirt untucked which reminds me of a charming little boy. Dang, he's so pretty.
When it comes to untucked shirts, I'm cool with it if there is no tie. Lamar Odom, Levi Johnson wore ties and untucked shirts. That reminds me of a senior picture outfit when you only have to worry about the top of the torso showing. Otherwise it looks nuts and unfinished. Levi looks like he was sleeping one off in the car and they drug him to the awards show. This kid is just a kid - he didn't pick this outfit, someone "styled" him. What were they thinking?
Whose guy-style did you admire at the Teen Choice Awards? Do you think the men were too casual in dress next to all those snazzy-mini-skirted ladies?
Image credit: PicApp.com
Monday, August 9, 2010
Swell Contests: Win Christopher Drummond Makeup
Have you ever wanted to recreate the healthy glow of Jennifer Lopez's beautiful complexion? Christopher Drummond suggests the following tips and products to give you the "J-LO Glow":
1: Use a primer with a natural-base. This will even the skin's tone and give it a smoother appearance. Christopher Drummond suggests his Revitalizing Facial Serum.
2: Apply concealer sparingly. Use a damp sponge or brush to apply product. Use Natural Concealer for a luminous and not cakey complexion.
3: Add a touch of bronzer to foundation. Just a touch to deepen foundation slightly. Use SOL Bronzer.
4: Apply a radiance boosting product. Christopher Drummond recommends Saúde Pele.
Watch Christopher Drummond in action here. You could win each of these products from Christopher Drummond Beauty. For your chance to win, do each of the following:
* Follow Christopher and Chic Galleria on Twitter at @cdrumbeauty and @chicgalleria.
* Re-Tweet the following: Follow @CDrumBeauty & @ChicGalleria to win CDB makeup weekly! Enter here: http://bit.ly/bdkmJL
* Like Christopher and Chic Galleria magazine on Facebook.
* Leave a comment on The Chic Galleria article, and tell us about your experience with our Natural Makeup or if you would like to try it.
A winner will be announced at http://www.chicgalleria.com/ on August 16, 2010. Good luck!!
Image credit: PicApp.com
1: Use a primer with a natural-base. This will even the skin's tone and give it a smoother appearance. Christopher Drummond suggests his Revitalizing Facial Serum.
2: Apply concealer sparingly. Use a damp sponge or brush to apply product. Use Natural Concealer for a luminous and not cakey complexion.
3: Add a touch of bronzer to foundation. Just a touch to deepen foundation slightly. Use SOL Bronzer.
4: Apply a radiance boosting product. Christopher Drummond recommends Saúde Pele.
Watch Christopher Drummond in action here. You could win each of these products from Christopher Drummond Beauty. For your chance to win, do each of the following:
* Follow Christopher and Chic Galleria on Twitter at @cdrumbeauty and @chicgalleria.
* Re-Tweet the following: Follow @CDrumBeauty & @ChicGalleria to win CDB makeup weekly! Enter here: http://bit.ly/bdkmJL
* Like Christopher and Chic Galleria magazine on Facebook.
* Leave a comment on The Chic Galleria article, and tell us about your experience with our Natural Makeup or if you would like to try it.
A winner will be announced at http://www.chicgalleria.com/ on August 16, 2010. Good luck!!
Image credit: PicApp.com
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Swell Style: Selma Blair's LBD
Some people are suckers for celebrity gossip. Me, I'm more interested in what the celebrities are wearing. I'm a sucker for celebrity style.
The Little Black Dress. Suitable for almost any occasion, the LBD is a wardrobe investment, but what if you want to switch it up a little? Selma Blair did that with the dress she wore to the Middle Men premiere. It's a black strapless tube-like dress, that has a see-through over dress (over skirt?). I love it.
Here's a shot that shows Blair's yellow-bottom, peep toe, patent leather pumps.
This shot shows that the sheer fabric has a nice sheen to it.
What do you think of the dress? Selma went really simple with the accessories - a black cuff bracelet, wine colored clutch, and black pumps. How would you accessorize this sexy, strapless, dress? I'm torn. I'd like to see a punch of color somewhere, but I like the simplicity because it doesn't take away from the lines of the dress.
Image credit: PicApp.com
The Little Black Dress. Suitable for almost any occasion, the LBD is a wardrobe investment, but what if you want to switch it up a little? Selma Blair did that with the dress she wore to the Middle Men premiere. It's a black strapless tube-like dress, that has a see-through over dress (over skirt?). I love it.
Here's a shot that shows Blair's yellow-bottom, peep toe, patent leather pumps.
This shot shows that the sheer fabric has a nice sheen to it.
What do you think of the dress? Selma went really simple with the accessories - a black cuff bracelet, wine colored clutch, and black pumps. How would you accessorize this sexy, strapless, dress? I'm torn. I'd like to see a punch of color somewhere, but I like the simplicity because it doesn't take away from the lines of the dress.
Image credit: PicApp.com
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Swell Shopping: Free Stuff From ULTA
Hello. I hope I have a reader or two left. I'm sorry I was gone. Lets try to get back on track with something simple. How about some offers from ULTA?
If you make a $30 fragrance purchase, you can qualify for a free weekender bag. The bags come in 3 colors - pink, white, and blue, with a black print.
If you make a $17.50 makeup purchase from the ULTA Cosmetics, ULTA Minerals, ULTA Beauty Tools or Ulta Implements lines, you can qualify for a free 15 piece makeup kit in either Plum Pretty or Green Goddess colors. The kits include eye shadow, makeup brushes, a clutch bag, etc.
If you want to get $3.50 off of a $10 purchase by using the coupon code 40063. Get free shipping on any Tarte purchase by using the coupon code 53120.
Image credit: ULTA.com
If you make a $30 fragrance purchase, you can qualify for a free weekender bag. The bags come in 3 colors - pink, white, and blue, with a black print.
If you make a $17.50 makeup purchase from the ULTA Cosmetics, ULTA Minerals, ULTA Beauty Tools or Ulta Implements lines, you can qualify for a free 15 piece makeup kit in either Plum Pretty or Green Goddess colors. The kits include eye shadow, makeup brushes, a clutch bag, etc.
If you want to get $3.50 off of a $10 purchase by using the coupon code 40063. Get free shipping on any Tarte purchase by using the coupon code 53120.
Image credit: ULTA.com
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Update
My beautiful son, Max, passed away yesterday. I am going to be away for awhile. I need to focus on my daughters and just putting one foot in front of the other. I will be back as soon as possible. Thank you for reading Girl Looks Swell.
Monday, August 2, 2010
Swell Skin: Self Tanner & Cellulite Smoother
Earlier this Summer I tried the two-step Cellulite smoothing system from St. Ives. It works better than anything I've tried before, but I've had a hard time finding the first step, the gel, around town. I've been assured that it's available at places like Drugstore.com, so I'll be checking that out.
In the meantime, I say this new combo self-tanner/cellulite smoother from Tarte today..
CelluFIGHT™ Anti-Cellulite Self-Tanner is a Weekly Special at Sephora right now. It's on sale for $15 for 5 ounces. It's usually $40. It doesn't have a huge amount of stars - only 3 out of 5, but it's a "natural" product with no glycols, gluten, dye, talc, MEA, DEA, TEA, formaldehyde donors, or fragrance. Also free from parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals, phthalates, GMOs, or triclosan.
It's supposed to give you a healthy glow while toning and smoothing your skin. I wonder if the lack of stars is due to people with super high expectations? No moisturizer is magic - a smoothing effect is pretty than nothing, in many cases.
In the meantime, I say this new combo self-tanner/cellulite smoother from Tarte today..
CelluFIGHT™ Anti-Cellulite Self-Tanner is a Weekly Special at Sephora right now. It's on sale for $15 for 5 ounces. It's usually $40. It doesn't have a huge amount of stars - only 3 out of 5, but it's a "natural" product with no glycols, gluten, dye, talc, MEA, DEA, TEA, formaldehyde donors, or fragrance. Also free from parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals, phthalates, GMOs, or triclosan.
It's supposed to give you a healthy glow while toning and smoothing your skin. I wonder if the lack of stars is due to people with super high expectations? No moisturizer is magic - a smoothing effect is pretty than nothing, in many cases.
CelluFIGHT™ is formulated with skinTIGHT™ complex, a proprietary anticellulite complex that firms and tones skin while improving elasticity. Plant and bionutrient extracts boost cellular metabolism, shedding excess fat tissue, and caffeine helps stimulate blood flow, immediately reducing "the orange-peel" effect on problem areas such as waist, hips, thighs, and buttocks. This anticellulite, natural self-tanner contains clinically proven antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that prevent the long-term buildup of fat tissue under the skin.Image credit: Sephora.com
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Swell Talk: Jaime Pressly & Jessica Rabbit
What do you think? Here's the song, "Pray For You," by Jaron and the Long Road. I think it was #7 on the Countdown.
Image credit: All Posters.com
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