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Top Beauty Must-Have's of the Summer - a list by palacinka
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Palacinka's guide for the top beauty products this summer has you covered; from lip balm, sunscreen, fragrance, blotting sheets for an oily face, hair serums, eyeshadows, mouthrinse, mascara, and more. It provides a quick and stress-free way to stay beautiful and fabulous 24/7 no matter where you are! Our recommendations can be helpful for women "on the go" when they are in need of a beauty product away from home. It's can also serve as a guide of what to bring when going on vacation!
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Tarte 4 Day Stay Lash Stain
First to recommend
2 people recommended this item
Description
Tarte is always on the forefront of product innovation, and this product is their most recent example of this. It should be noted however, as in life; everything is not for everybody, no matter how good it might be.
Case in point: This is a lash stain (not really a lash enhancing mascara) and therein lies the beauty and/or frustration of this product, depending on your needs.
For someone like me with lashes that are not truly dark, and very fine, this stain was perfect to give me a nice, enhanced, natural look that was truly trouble free and long lasting. The stain deepened my lashes and gave me a more defined look (perfect for running around on the weekends or going to the gym). My lashes were lengthened slightly and had nice separation. I also liked the curved brush and the non-clumpy formula.
The stain did not flake or run (and I even went to the pool/sauna with it) which was great. However, it did not really increase the volume of my lashes (no Va Va Voom lash effect in other words). For this natural effect, it did indeed last about 4 days. I was very careful about applying it, since this is a stain (so take care that it does not touch your under eye area or face). Of course, it is possible to take off, with a generous amount of oil-based makeup remover and a Q-Tip.)
It should be noted that I also tried this with along with a Volumizing mascara and it did work well, but I did not get the 4 day results. It only lasted about two days. All in all, this is a great choice for those of you who want a natural look, love to apply a product and forget about it, and don’t need/want much lash “enhancement.
Note: When wearing this formula you cannot use any oil based product near the eye area or when removing makeup, as it will cause the stain to come off. (via Palacinka)
Updated May 30, 2008
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Murad Acne Spot Treatment
3 people recommended this item
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this stuff works great. it doesn't over dry my skin but still proves to be very effective in getting rid of the problem blemishes
Updated Dec 12, 2008
Neil Morris Fragrance in Zephyr
First to recommend
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Not only is the name incredibly inspiring – but even at my first whiff I became a believer in Neil Morris and his fragrance creating abilities. Zephyr is a breezy floral with peppy citrus notes that I ended up wearing every day happily.
Zephyr begins with Top Notes of Tangerine and Papaya that combine with lovely Heart Notes of Honeysuckle and Casablanca Lily. This combination was bracing and uplifting at the same time. This opening is tempered with the White Tea notes (which I am personally a big fan of). I had so many wonderful experiences wearing Zephyr, and numerous compliments.
The dry down is a like a warm, comforting breeze on a beautiful day with Sandalwood, Amber and Ocean Musk. This scent is perfect for day time, church or brunch with friends. The lasting power is very good. On most days I only reapplied once in the evening if I was going out. I especially liked taking mine with me on several trips as it was a great pick-me-up and made me feel fresh and “new” when I landed. What a beautiful, unique creation! I can’t wait to try more Morris fragrances. (via Palacinka)
Updated May 30, 2008
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Stella McCartney Stella Eau de Parfum Roll-On
7 people recommended this item
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I tried this fragrance a few years ago and recently picked it up again in Sephora because this cute, slim, sophisticated Roll-On bottle caught my eye!
This is a fragrance that I really do enjoy. Its rose based, but in no way a “Rose” perfume. The opening notes are of roses, but quickly the mandarin and amber come into play to give it such a soft, fresh and sexy twist. It really is a one of a kind fragrance. The lasting power is fantastic and the scent continued to develop nicely on me throughout the day even without reapplying with the peony notes melding with the amber. I got several compliments while I wore this one! When combined with this modern roll-on packaging, it is a big winner in my book.
I carried this everywhere I went – it’s a perfect size (about 4 ½ in” long). Since it’s slim it also easily fit in my jeans and the slimmest of evening bags. In addition to the lovely scent and modern, convenient packaging; this has a fantastic price. This is perfect for a little summer wedding favor gift for a bridal party, or graduation gift for the beauty/fragrance lover in your life.
Tip: If you roll a bit behind you knees in the morning on a hot day, the scent will rise with your body temperature during the day. Nothing else needed!
Notes: Rose, Peony Flower, Mandarin, Rose Absolute, Amber. (via Palacinka)
Updated Jun 18, 2008
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Sonia Kashuk Eliminate Shine Mattifying Spray Powder
First to recommend
Description
The afternoon “glow” – which is really a nice word for shine, is something that I look to avoid at all costs. In the summer heat, it’s usually an uphill battle, with various products producing so-so-to-good results.
Sonia Kashuk has created a product which goes in the very good category. It’s a spray powder which I sprayed directly on to my powder brush as per the instructions. Within seconds I could see my t-zone shine disappearing. My skin felt soft and smooth and the powder has a nice, subtle scent.
During a few of the days I tested this, I was in 90+ degree heat/humidity and on those days I did need to give myself another spritz during the afternoon, but all in all, I was really pleased with how it tamed my oilies without breaking me out. It also worked really well with both my foundation and tinted moisturizer. It didn’t change the color, ball up or create dry patches. The powder is fine and mostly translucent, but there is still a lightly colored pigment in this powder, so this will work best on women up to a Kerry Washington shade. Great for travel too & fantastic price to boot! (via Palacinka)
Updated Jul 11, 2008
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Kanebo Relaxing Foaming Body Scrub
First to recommend
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This smooth (yet fairly large) grained, foaming body scrub is the perfect complement to the body wash (see review above). I used this about 3x week before the body wash. After working all my critical spots (elbows, knees, feet, décolletage), and then rinsing, it left my skin smooth and super soft. The grains in the scrub are cushioned in a soft, fresh smelling gel/cream emulsion, which was very effective at exfoliating but not harsh on my skin at all.
The tube itself is a fairly large size, and I used for several weeks and did not even get half way though it. The fragrance mimics that of the body wash, again a green tea infusion. Its lovely pale mint green packaging looks nice in the shower as well for all you packaging junkies out there too! (via Palacinka)
Updated Jul 11, 2008
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Kanebo Relaxing Body Wash
First to recommend
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Kanebo makes one of the best body care brands in the world. Why? Because their products combine great ingredients which really care for skin, feature a subtle yet still memorable fresh fragrance and create a “luxury” cleansing feeling.
The relaxing body wash is a smooth, silky, pearlescent light mint green color (as is the actual packaging). With a gentle press on the bottle the concentrated wash came out and was so soft and refreshing on my skin. (The fragrance actually brought me back to a wonderful business trip I took to Tokyo a few years ago where I had a “feeding frenzy” trying amazing Japanese skin care products). It was the green tea and bamboo extract fragrance that took me back. It a really is a light, relaxing scent.
I loved using this at the end of the day, especially after a hot, humid day, as this removed every trace of city dirt and grime, and left my skin soft and supple. If you have very dry skin, you will need a bit of lotion on key points like elbows, knees and legs, but otherwise, this provided a great amount of light moisture without feeling like there was any film or residue left on my skin.
A pampering treat that every beauty lover should have in their body care collection! (via Palacinka)
Updated Jul 11, 2008
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ModelCo ExfoliateBody Wipes
First to recommend
2 people recommended this item
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These body wipes by ModelCo take the “Wet Wipes” concept to the next level. They are Uber Chic wet wipes for adults – and they were super effective.
Before my shower I would pull out one of the rectangular-shaped wipes and use the textured side (with several rows of exfoliating granules built into the wipe) and applied it to my major trouble spots – my elbows and knees. It should be noted that the textured side is not painfully rough, but it is very abrasive, and not as wet as a normal wet wipe. This is what makes it a good choice for those who have skin that is not very sensitive and prefer a more aggressive scrub. The fragrance is a pleasant pink grapefruit that does not linger.
I was very impressed with how easily the wipes got rid of the dead skin and made these areas feel nice and soft. I then turned it over to the softer, buffing side of the wipe and applied that in the circular motion for a minute or two. When I was finished, my skin looked much, much, better, and after using them several times a week for several weeks, my skin was absolutely glowing.
While the container itself is a tad bulky for travel, I simply put them in a zip lock bag for packing, and then kept the container at home or the gym. Just remember that since they are a drier wipe, it’s essential that you remember to close the lid completely.
I love innovation, effectiveness, and the bright pink spoke to me as well. This is a winner in my book.
Note: This is NOT a product for those with sensitive skin! (via Palacinka)
Updated Jul 22, 2008
Clarins UV Plus SPF 40
9 people recommended this item
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I'm extra (EXTRA!) pale, and I tend to burn really easily when I get out in the sun. This product has been great to help keep me 100% protected at all times. It's also completely sheer and hasn't clogged my pores once. I've also managed to keep the same bottle for a really long time. A little bit truly does go a long way with this one.
Updated Dec 4, 2007
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Lancome AROMA TONIC - Energizing Body Treatment Fragrance
First to recommend
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About six months ago I was sweeping through one of my favorite department stores and came across the tall striking green bottle at the Lancôme counter. I was in a rush, so I simply popped open the top and spritzed myself and quickly left.
Within about a minute, as I was walking I got the most amazing sensation – it was the most wonderfully, citrus-y fragrance I’ve ever smelled; lime, lemon, and green tea. Unfortunately, life got busy as it often does, and I never got back to the counter…
So when this treatment fragrance came to my desk you can imagine how I felt! This is THE scent of summer to me -- a semi-lotion-tonic-liquid-fragrance which actually cools your skin when it's hot. What is fascinating is that I've never gotten more compliments about a fragrance than when I wear Aroma Tonic. It's a great smell and not overwhelming. I can wear this fragrance for weeks on end and not get tired of it. It makes me feel so happy, positive and alive!
This really is the ultimate light, fresh, summery scent! It contains notes of lime, cardamom, green tea, osmanthus and ginger. The tart lime note gives this fragrance an uplifting, refreshing quality. The staying power is better than average for a body spray, I'd say. I can smell it up to three hours after spraying five spritzes. This LASTS and LASTS. I sprayed this on after my shower each morning and by late afternoon I would still smell it. Also, for all you “bottle snobs” (you know who you are), the Lancôme packaging and bottle is simply heaven to look at and hold!
It smells divine, but if you're not into green and/or citrus scents, this is probably not for you. Also, if you have dry skin, apply your body lotion/oil before spraying this fragrance all over your body as it does have some alcohol in it which can be drying.
Note: A few spritzes of this in a light body oil make an amazing massage oil for yourself or your loved one! Amazing... (via Palacinka)
Updated Sep 14, 2008
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