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Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Intense Lipstick in #40

 

You all know how I feel about my red lipsticks…Well anything with a hint of orange is a close second! To this day, Le Orange by YSL is still one of my all time favorite colors of lipstick. So of course, while browsing at Sephora yesterday (browsing, who am I kidding?) I stumbled upon the Make Up For Ever section. This BOLD, bright almost electric orange lipstick quickly caught my eye. It was almost an exact dupe for my beloved YSL Le Orange but for a fraction of the cost. What I love about this Rouge Artist Intense lipstick is that it is highly pigmented and has a creamy finish. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE a great matte lipstick, but sometimes I just want something with a bit more of a sheen. I paired it with my basic clear lipliner that I use with all of my lipsticks these days and it kept my lipstick from feathering. It kept my kisser perfectly put for hours on end. Ladies, this is definitely another lipstick that is NOT GREAT for that first date, but what the heck! You only get one chance to make a first impression. This will definitely leave him wanting more!

 

GlyDerm Glycolic Acid Peels

 

This post has been a long time coming! I was introduced to GlyDerm a few years back and quickly became a a huge fan. The entire line by GlyDerm is really effective at targeting fine lines and wrinkles as well as pigmentation issues. Of course, like everyone else, I’m always looking for a way to keep my skin looking young and fresh without having to go to drastic measures. I love the idea of mild surface peels that will not only remove the top layers of my skin, but with minimal downtime and without the harsh outcome of some more severe deep peels.

I was super excited when GlyDerm sent a series of peels to my esthetician for me to try (or for her to use on ME!) Well, I started the series of peels late last year and did a series of 5 peels, each a few weeks apart. The first peel applied was a 20% peel and it did not irritate my extremely sensitive skin at all. My skin actually just looked super fresh and revitalized. The peel was applied to my clean skin and left to sit for a few minutes before it was removed. I felt no stinging or discomfort whatsoever. As instructed by my esthetician, the peels are to be applied two weeks apart and were to be worked up to a higher concentration. Since I have super sensitive skin and my pigmentation was not super bad (I know the before pics below on the left make it look bad!) but we actually never went past 40%. Each time we did a peel, my dark spots lightened. I took extra care in keeping my skin well hydrated after each peel to prevent my skin from becoming reactive. The Gly Mist was super cooling and hydrating and left my skin looking like a million bucks!

I’ve been using the entire GlyDerm line of products in conjunction with the peels which I believe has been the perfect combination for such a great outcome. Now back to the peels… I didn’t experience any peeling until I reached the 40% concentration and even that was mild. Overall, I would suggest these peels to anyone that wants fresher, younger looking and more even skin tone. When skin is not properly cared for or exfoliated, it also prevents your skincare products from doing their job and penetrating the deeper layers. Just make sure you ALWAYS apply sunblock to prevent your pigmentation from coming back. Your skin is also more sensitive to the sun after a glycolic peel. With all that said, these peels are absolutely fabulous for giving you perfectly flawless skin. TRUST ME!

I would like to send a huge THANK YOU to the folks at GLYDERM for helping me keep my complexion looking picture perfect! I still have not met a GLYDERM product I didn’t LOVE!

**GLYDERM peels are only performed through licensed dermatologists and estheticians. Click here to find a provider in your area-

Dolce & Gabbana Nail Lacquer in DORA

 

Ah, LOVE is in the air and I’ve found the perfect nail color for DATE night, or even more importantly, VALENTINE’S DAY!  The Nail Lacquer by Dolce & Gabbana in Dora, is the perfect vibrant red to complement any outfit. What I love about Dolce & Gabbana polishes is that they stay chip free for days and are super glossy. I believe the key to a perfect at home manicure is a proper base and top coat, which will always help keep your nails looking picture perfect for days on end. I adore the ridge filling base coat by Essie and I am pretty obsessed with Dr. Marvey’s quick dry top coat. Both are a basic staple for all of my manicures. (Have I mentioned I always do my own nails?) I have actually only had 3 manicures in my life…pedicures are a totally different story. Now with this being Valentine’s Day and all, I know the focus is usually on the lips, but perfectly painted nails don’t hurt either!

Madison Reed Nourishing Color Enhancing Shampoo & Conditioner

You might remember a post I did a while back about the root touch-up powder that I’m obsessed with by Madison Reed. Well, I had the chance to try their Nourishing Color Enhancing Shampoo and Conditioner and it is equally AMAZING!  I blow dry my hair every single day and most days (when my hair isn’t in a bun) I curl it with hot rollers. So needless to say, my hair is in less than stellar condition. I have tons of split ends and my hair was starting to look lack luster. This shampoo & conditioner by Madison Reed has brought my dull hair back to life. It definitely helps aid in holding the curl in my hair for hours on end and also put the shine back in my locks! Oh and did I mention it smells amazing to0? Their formula does not contain Gluten or Sulfate and it’s Paraben Free so it’s the perfect combination for color treated hair and will keep your color looking fabulous for weeks on end. Who doesn’t LOVE that? Thank you Madison Reed for helping me find my new best friend!

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