Sephora Chic Week

Today in the mail I received a Sephora VIB coupon for 15% off. What a nice surprise!!! The sale runs in store from Thursday, March 29th to April 6th.


Details from the Sephora website are lsited below. Happy shopping!!!

2012 Chic Week Promotion for Beauty Insiders (Mar 30th – Apr 5th)


What is Chic Week?

• Chic Week is a special promotion offering 15% off all purchases for Beauty Insiders from March 30th – April 5th. To kickoff Chic Week, Very Important Beauty Insiders (V.I.B.s) can attend a special Preview Party at their local store on March 29th.  VIB’s can redeem the promotion from  March 29th – April 6th.
• V.I.B.’s will receive an email on 3/27 inviting them to the preview.  If you are a V.I.B. and have not received the email please log into the V.I.B. only section at Beauty Talk, on or after 3/27/2012: http://community.sephora.com/t5/Bright-Ideas/ct-p/Ideas

What will be offered at the Preview Party?

• V.I.B’s will receive the below benefits on 3/29:
• The first to shop: an extra day to save 15% before everyone else, online and in stores
• VIB’s bring a friend to get the discount too
• A SEPHORA umbrella to take home
• A special VIB sample bag
• Pantone Express Service makeup lessons at The Beauty Studio
• Face Time with our Experts and Brands

What if I’m not a Beauty Insider?

• Beauty Insider is free and easy to sign up. Become a Beauty Insider to redeem the 15% off promotion. Learn more about the Beauty Insider program at any Sephora store or online at http://www.sephora.com/beautyinsider 

Haul: Beauty.com

theBalm - Balm Girls Lipstick $17:

A few months ago I picked up theBalm's Balm Girls lipstick in Mia Billsbepaid and fell in love with both the color and formula. It's a perfect neutral for my skin tone (light/medium in the winter). I've been stopped 3 times when wearing this lipstick and asked what I had on my lips. As if the color alone wasn't enough to sell me, the formula is equally impressive. It's wonderfully moisturizing - on the lips if feels very much like, well... a balm. I'm about through with my current tube and decided to pick up two additional colors while ordering a replacement. 

Here are swatches of the colors - starting from the left Anita Boytoy, Ima Goodkisser, Mai Billsbepaid.

tarte Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Foundation $38:

I've heard wonderful things about tarte's Amazonian clay so I decided to check out their new 12 hour foundation. I typically prefer lighter formulas, this seems a bit thick for my tastes but I'll let you know how it goes. 

Too Faced Poolside Face Kit $25:

Sold out

This was such a great deal, I couldn't pass it up. The Sun Bunny bronzer alone typically runs for $29. The bag, lipgloss, lip liner, face primer and mascara are a nice extra. 

FREE  Gift With Purchase

While supplies last, with any $100 Beauty.com purchase, you will receive this free gift which includes a pink butterfly lined train case designed by Erin Fetherston filled with these 13 deluxe samples (total value is over $130):

• Supersmile Whitening Introductory Kit
• Smashbox Photo Finish Hydrating Foundation Primer
• Alterna Bamboo Style Boho Waves Tousled Texture Mist
• Too Faced Tinted Beauty Balm
• H2O Plus Face Oasis Hydrating Treatment
• Boscia Oil-Free Nightly Hydration
• Stila Eye Shadow Compact in Cloud (full size)
• Bvlgari Refreshing Towel
• Murad Acne Clarifying Mask
• Traditions by Nick Chavez Yucca Root Shampooing Cream
• Crabtree & Evelyn Avocado Body Lotion
• bareMinerals Pretty Amazing Lipcolor in Bravado
• Jane Iredale Tantasia Self Tanner
• Bonus $10 off $50 Beauty.com gift card

Haul: Lush

So I was running errands yesterday and decided to stop by my local Lush store to check out some of the items I've been stalking on their website.


Here's a shot of my haul:

I ended up passing on the Sexy Peel and Alkmaar soaps after sniffing them. Sexy Peel was a bit too lemony for my taste, it reminded me a bit of household cleaning products. I picked up Bohemian instead - it has a much lighter and less industrial lemon scent.


I was running low on bubble bars so I picked up a couple of macaroons. I also wanted to try the Dorothy bubble bar but it wasn't in stock.


Sympathy for the Skin and the Almond & Coconut smoothies are staples for me. I use both daily. I wasn't planning on picking up Handy Gurugu but I tried it on at the store and it left my hands feeling divine. Had to have it! 

What's in my Shopping Cart: Lush

www.lushusa.com

When it comes to purchasing new beauty products, I have habit of loading up my online shopping cart and then taking a few days to mull it over before committing to the purchase. I thought it would be interesting to share what is currently in my cart. I'll post a review once I finally bite the bullet and buy this stuff.  

Current Faves: March 2012

Givenchy - Hydra Sparkling Magic Lip & Cheek Balm in Peachy Glow:

$31 (Sephora)


Appropriately named magic lip and check balm, this sublimely light and moisturizing balm leaves my lips feeling soft and supple. While the color appears as a deep coral in the pot, on the lips/cheeks it transforms to compliment your skin tone. I love, Love, LOVE this stuff.

M-A-C  - Tendertone in Tread Gently:

$15 (Available in Department stores - purchase mine on March 10th at  Bloomingdales in NYC)


When the M-A-C SHOP/COOK Collection first launched I decided to pass on the Tendertones. They seemed a bit over-hyped and as mentioned above, I was already loving the Givenchy balm. Then last weekend I decided to swing by the M-A-C counter while at Bloomingdales. One sniff and I was sold. The light citrus cent is ah-mazing and it leaves the prettiest sheen on my lips.

Guerlain - Meteorites Cruel Gardenia - Illuminating Iridescent Powder:

Sold Out (Bloomingdales)

I bought this back in December while searching for a dupe of the Laura Mercier  Rose Illuminator. It's so beautiful I cringe whenever I run my brush across it - but the effect is worth it.

Illamasqua - Powder Blusher in Thrust:

$24 (Sephora)

My first Illamasqua blush - it looks scary in the pan but a light handed application results in a naturally flushed glow. 

SensatioNail Invincible Gel Polish  Essentials Kit:

$47.99 (CVS)

This stuff really works - I took this photo on day 6 and it looks as good as new. I'm probably one of the most impatient people in the world and I always end up ruining my manicure before it has a chance to dry. This is perfect for me because it cures after a total of 2 minutes under the LED lamp.