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Recommended by libellus on Nov 2, 2007

This is the one lipstick that I never leave home without. I love lipstick and buy/try as many as I can, but this is the one lipstick that will ALWAYS be in my purse. I happen to love the more sheer lipsticks and lip glosses, which is what this is, but I have friends that wear more matte lipsticks that love this as well. It looks good on everyone I've ever seen try it and is good for both day or night. If you've never tried it- try it now!

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Tags: beauty, lip gloss, lipstick, makeup, sheer

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/471500F2/F89FF37D/ Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:39:50 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/8CDF0F9C/BA884D05/The-One-Touch-Any-Media-iPod

Recommended by libellus on Oct 9, 2007

I love the concept, but have no idea how it actually works. It retails for $199, which puts it a bit above the impulse buy category, but it sure does tempt me. More if I ever break down and buy it.

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Tags: audio, CDs, convert, dvds, ipod, Mac, movies, music, PC, video

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/8CDF0F9C/BA884D05/ Tue, 09 Oct 2007 20:30:39 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/2AD917EA/8790D0C1/Etymotic-ER-4P-Portable

Recommended by libellus on Sep 16, 2007

These headphones seem to be universally loved by reviewers and purchasers alike.

The main reason why I did not buy these a while back was because I had heard that the cables amplified cord noise whenever you moved. Annoying.

Sometime during the past 2 years Etymotic made some key changes to the design of the ER-4P's, including switching to twisted cables that eliminate the microphonic effect.

Plus, although the retail price is $299, you can actually buy these for less than $200 online.

Sold!

I still love my Ultimate Ears super.fi 5 Pro earphones, but not as much as my new Etymotic ER-4Ps!

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Tags: audio, earphones, earphone, etymotic, headphones, ipod, mp3, music, shure, ultimate ears, westone

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/2AD917EA/8790D0C1/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 21:42:10 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/B69D1DC4/DE8857CD/BMW-335i-Coupe

Recommended by libellus on Sep 16, 2007

I do so love my new car!

I recently upgraded to the new 2007 BMWi from the still amazing Cadillac CTS-V (see my other recommendations for info on my old car). The understated elegance of this car just blows my mind. Even with the insanely zippy 6-speed manual transmission twin-turbo engine (0-60 in 4.8 seconds), this BMW gets better fuel economy than you would ever imagine.

My car looks just like the one in the photo- Alpine white exterior with a rich warm brown leather interior. With Sirius radio included, an iPod auxiliary input, heated seats (a bit ridiculous in Los Angeles, but I'm a girl and I do get cold often- that's my justification), and Bluetooth... this car has everything I need to make sitting in Los Angeles traffic bearable.

Did I mention that there's no charge for service?

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Tags: automobile, bluetooth, BMW, cadillac, car, gas, ipod, leather, luxury, Sirius, traffic

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/B69D1DC4/DE8857CD/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 17:46:28 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/0EC25E14/0AE2CA43/Canon-PowerShot-G9

Recommended by libellus on Aug 20, 2007

Ooooh. Must find out more about this. Like what I've read so far in the review at DP review:

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0708/07082005canong9.asp

Of course, I don't NEED a new camera. I absolutely love my Panasonic DMC-LX2, but it never hurts to just look.

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Tags: camera, Canon, digital, film, leica, Panasonic, photography, Photo, samsung, SLR, Sony

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/0EC25E14/0AE2CA43/ Mon, 20 Aug 2007 10:17:05 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/37F5D195/966B381F/Herman-Miller-Aeron-Chair

Recommended by libellus on Jul 15, 2007

Seriously. Most comfortable office chair ever. Probably one of the most expensive as well, but if you spend 8+ hours in a day, isn't it worth a bit more to not ruin your spine and tailbone?

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Tags: aeron, chairs, Herman Miller, office

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/37F5D195/966B381F/ Sun, 15 Jul 2007 01:53:26 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/4E4425E6/26A38A53/Red-Monkey-Designs-GT-Armada

Recommended by libellus on Jul 12, 2007

My favorite "casual" watch and my second Red Monkey Designs watch!

I can't remember how I first heard about them, but I'm in love with pretty much everything they do. They do leather and they do it darned well. From guitar straps to belts to camera straps to watches and cuffs, Red Monkey's items are all handmade in the USA, Los Angeles to be precise.

Their items are in much demand. Famous clients include actors such as Brad Pitt, Matthew Fox, Jack Black, Johnny Knoxville, Jennifer Aniston, Evangeline Lilly, Reese Witherspoon, Mandy Moore, and musicians such as Beck, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Justin Timberlake, Sheryl Crow, Metallica, U2, the Dixie Chicks.

Great style, fantastic workmanship. There are several watch faces to choose from and there is a vast array of colors and styles for the band. They'll take custom orders as well and can fit your watch face to one of their bands.

The Armada band measures 2" wide and is made of perforated and studded leather. It has a thick, adjustable nickel buckle closure. This watch face is the GT and features a red/black/white dial with day/date feature, and quartz movement. It is water resistant.

I had to have the band custom made because my wrist is smaller that what the standard band fits (for this band it's 6.5" - 7.5"). The ladies watch bands are smaller sized, but I really wanted this combination. I paid retail price instead of a sale price, but it was worth it to have a band that fits my wrist perfectly and is exactly what I wanted.

Buying online is always tres fantastic, but if you get a chance, pay a visit to their shop in Los Angeles.

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Tags: clocks, cuffs, design, jewelry, leather, music, watches

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/4E4425E6/26A38A53/ Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:20:12 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/2C0CA9DE/20DCA251/Triumph-Bonneville-Black

Recommended by libellus on Jul 11, 2007

My bike. I do love it so. I did make a few minor mods. I couldn't resist! Such a classic bike. Absolutely perfect (to me)! I'm a female rider and looked at a heckuva lot of bikes before settling on this one.

I got it from South Bay Triumph, and could not be happier. Couldn't ask for a better, more knowledgeable team.

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/2C0CA9DE/20DCA251/ Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:12:46 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/EA741FF2/CA08D067/Etymotic-ety8-Bluetooth

Recommended by libellus on Jul 11, 2007

Love the idea of bluetooth earphones. Love it! These are supposed to be super light, weighing less than a half ounce. One earphone contains a battery and the other contains the circuit, antenna, and controls. They provide 35 dB to 40 dB noise isolation, which is more than twice as effective as over-the-ear headphones with electronic noise canceling circuitry, and is the same as Etymotic's other earphones.

They support A2DP and AVRCP profiles and Bluetooth 2.0, and they can be paired with Bluetooth stereo enabled computers and mobile phones that have these profiles. It also minimizes power consumption, which is always good. The battery reportedly lasts 7 - 10 hours.

At $299.99 retail including the iPod adapter (currently $249.99 at Amazon), I'm not going to buy them just yet, but these are certainly going on my wish list!

There's a good review here at CNET:
http://reviews.cnet.com/headphones-headsets/etymotic-ety8-in-the/4505-6468_7-32180001.html

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Tags: audio, bluetooth, earphones, etymotic, headphones, ipod, music, shure

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/EA741FF2/CA08D067/ Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:04:43 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/E36ECAA7/36207906/Stella-McCartney-Perfume

Recommended by libellus on Jul 2, 2007

I've been using Stella by Stella McCartney for a few years now and I can't tell you how many compliments I've received. The rose and amber notes create an unmistakable scent that I happen to love. I thought it couldn't get better. And then Stella McCartney came out with Stella Absolute Rose, a more intense version of Stella. What to wear? I switch it up- sometimes wearing just the original Stella, sometimes just Stella Rose Absolute. Sometimes I layer the two. This kit happens to come with two vials of each scent, so it's definitely a win-win situation.

I was a huge fan of the original Stella roll on, but this beats it by a mile. In addition to the 2 vials of each scent, this kit comes with a deep purple / aubergine metal case for the delicate glass vials. I kept chipping the original roll on vials and I didn't want to carry one of the bigger bottles around in my purse, so this was the perfect solution. The only thing I don't like is that because the atomizer is metal, it weighs a ton. But I'd rather have the extra weight than have spilled perfume in my purse.

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Tags: amber, atomizer, designer, fragrance, perfume, purse, rose, spray, Stella McCartney, travel

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/E36ECAA7/36207906/ Mon, 02 Jul 2007 21:26:35 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/578EA79B/F04789A4/Caymus-Vineyards-Conundrum

Recommended by libellus on Jul 2, 2007

One of my favorite wines is this white blend. Odd, since I vastly prefer red wine. This is the only wine I buy cases of. A California wine, Conundrum was first developed at Caymus but now stands on its own.

According to Condrum, after experimenting with 11 different white wine grapes, they chose the three that they considered the key ingredients, the aromas and flavors that form the foundation of the wine: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and--for its intriguing floral/tropical character--Muscat Canelli. Then, from their "spice cabinet," they added small amounts of Sémillon and Viognier. About 30% of this wine was aged in stainless steel and the remaining percentage was aged in French and American oak. The first vintage of this wine dates back to 1989.

Soooo good. You should definitely try it if you're lucky to run across it.

From the Conundrum web site:

The proportions vary slightly in each vintage, as Mother Nature hands us new "ingredients." But our goal is always the same: a wine whose complexity makes it appealing to both red and white wine drinkers, a highly styled wine that is excellent as an apéritif and pairs beautifully with the wide-ranging, global dishes we are eating as chefs experiment with fresher and more healthful cuisines that depend on vegetables, herbs, spices and creative preparation techniques to achieve intensity of flavor.

Conundrum stands on its own as a brand, still owned by the Wagner family. Caymus Vineyards, where Conundrum was developed, now focuses exclusively on Cabernet Sauvignon. Plans are moving ahead for a dedicated Conundrum facility scheduled to be built in Monterey County, close to the sources for most of the grape varietals that make up the wine.

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Tags: California wine, Caymus, napa valley, red blend, red wine, white blend, white wine, wine, winery

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Recommended by libellus on Jul 2, 2007

Oh my God. How could you not love and need this?

There is a glow in the dark version that's unavailable at this time. Someday it will be mine.

Love this question from the FAQ on the web site:

Q: "Is there a battery attachment?"

A: No. The Banana Guard was designed for its intended purpose only as a device to prevent banana trauma during transport. (via asharfin)

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Tags: banana, fruit, trauma, Tupperware

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/AA66A495/74217365/ Mon, 02 Jul 2007 19:48:49 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/35BC037F/0DCB5D5D/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX2-10-2

Recommended by libellus on Jul 2, 2007

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 is my (current) favorite digital point-and-shoot camera. My favorite cameras don't change often- this is only the second digital point-and-shoot camera I've had over the last 6 years. Great compact size, full of amazing features, controls that are easy to reach and use, and the quality is outstanding.

In addition to this site's review, you can also check out Steve's Digicam at http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/lx2.html.

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Tags: cameras, digital, digital cameras, leica, Panasonic, photography, Photo, point-and-shoot, technology

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/35BC037F/0DCB5D5D/ Mon, 02 Jul 2007 19:34:48 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/96CC3039/0B0402E1/Kisim-Cube-Leather-Handbag

Recommended by libellus on Jul 2, 2007

I stumbled across this bag on the Shop Composition web site (they have a few of these on sale right now). I had never heard of this designer - Israel-based Kisim - but am now completely in love with these bags.

I have the medium bag in Orange (the same bag in the main photo). It measures 13" x 11" x 10". The Italian leather is really rich and shiny (but not as shiny as patent leather) yet not too heavy and the interior is made of a fabric. Very light yet very durable. It has two straps and fits comfortable over your shoulder as well as in your hands as a tote. The inside is very roomy and can be stuffed with all of your belongings and yet it also collapses down to a very slim size if you don't want to carry everything you own. There is a zippered pocket on the inside in the middle that is surrounded by two large, roomy pockets. There is one zippered pocket on the interior wall and one pouch pocket on the other interior wall. The bag is fairly open, with only two snaps to pull the inside together to keep your stuff from falling out. It's just a great everyday or traveling purse.

The small bags measure 11" x 8" x 6". There is an even larger version available as well.

These are a little difficult to find in the US. There is a store listing on the Kisim web site. There are the few bags on sale at Shop Composition, and I also found them on sale at Wrapables, only they're called the Taylor Tote for some reason. At these prices you can't not pick one up!

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/96CC3039/0B0402E1/ Mon, 02 Jul 2007 19:18:30 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/list/432DDDB0/Bag-Love libellus on Jul 2, 2007

I have two weaknesses: gadgets and bags. Well, now that I think about it, I have more weaknesses (paper goods, cooking tools, books, music ,et cetera), but I only have lists for these 2 at the moment.

On this list:
Kisim :: Cube Leather Handbag
Louis Vuitton: Damier Canvas
Levenger Leather Softolio
b. happybags
Vaja

Tags: accessories, bags, clutch, handbags, laptop case, messenger bags

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Recommended by libellus on Jul 2, 2007

Who doesn't love flip flops? I'm usually a Havaianas girl, but I could not pass up the classic black and white checkered Vans print that Ron Herman is offering. They are very comfortable and of seemingly as good quality as my Havaianas. Comfortable, basic, and such a great pattern.

Check out the skull and crossbones print too! I bought them both!

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Recommended by libellus on Jul 2, 2007

Holy cow I can't wait.

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Tags: books, Harry Potter, kids, movies, reading, teens

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Recommended by libellus on Jun 27, 2007

Great quality iPod cases. I've owned several versions of these cases- including 3 completely custom cases- and have been so impressed with them all. The designs are simple and well made- I believe all cases are made by hand.

Here's why you can't go wrong and why you're gonna love it.

- The materials. Leather. It's supple, rich, and amazing quality, and the colors are rich and lustrous. The silk lining. The silks are to die for and allow you to truly make an iPod case your own. The matching threads.

- The people. Customer service is the best part of A.B. Sutton. Anna and Jack are kind, creative, accomodating, and sweet. Hands down the best people I have ever run across in the custom made ipod case business. Perhaps anywhere. They are willing to work with you to the point that they know what you want more than you do. They are nice and funny and very talented so we should all buy cases to keep good people like this in business.

I had my custom cases created to not allow the iPod to slip out of the case. To this day I have yet to find another case that protects my iPod like my A.B. Sutton case. And it looks so darned good while doing it!

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Tags: case, custom, ipod, leather, Moleskine, music, wallet

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/F498C446/6140DEFA/ Wed, 27 Jun 2007 23:21:07 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/19718692/4DBD7706/Perwoll-Black-Magic-Detergent

Recommended by libellus on May 17, 2007

This product is amazing! I love how it brings the darkness back to my black t-shirts and pants. I used this on some dark t-shirts I've had for years that had faded and after one washing the color was as vibrant as when the shirts were new. It's great for anything dark- jeans included!

Persil makes a few other outstanding products for laundry- it looks like the entire line is available on Amazon.

You really have to make sure none of your light colors get mixed in with the darks.

Retails for $10.00. 750 ml. bottle, approximately 12 loads per bottle.

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Tags: black, clothes, detergent, dryer, dye, fade, laundry, persil, wash, washer

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Recommended by libellus on May 15, 2007

I am so completely in love with the smell of Fresh's Pomegranate Conditioning Hair Rinse! I walk by my bathroom closet and smell it at least once a day (that I'll admit to).

It's a little pricier at $24 for 8.8 ounces, but it works like a charm. I found that it's not the best detangler in the world, but it is a fantastic conditioner. It leaves my dry, curly hair soft and smooth and shiny. My favorite thing to do though is work a small bit of this into my hair while it's wet as a leave-in conditioner.

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Recommended by libellus on May 15, 2007

I am a Daily Candy addict. Some of my favorite "finds" from the last year or so have come from the wonderful e-mails I receive from Daily Candy. Want to know what's hot in fashion, food, travel, bars, and entertainment? Daily Candy has you covered.

You can subscribe to one or all of the cities, including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and San Francisco.

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Recommended by libellus on May 15, 2007

Consistently great Cuban food. If you live in LA, give it a try- they have 5 locations in the Greater Los Angeles area. Always crowded, always excellent.

My favorite dish is Famoso Pollo Versailles (aka Versailles Famous Garlic Chicken): Our famous house specialty - juicy roasted half chicken marinated in our delicious garlic sauce garnished with sliced white onions.

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/69729FD9/E9681F9C/ Tue, 15 May 2007 20:22:27 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/46B4B6D2/27475ABF/Louis-Vuitton-Damier-Canvas

Recommended by libellus on May 9, 2007

Louis Vuitton is the epitome of luxury and style.

I covet each and every item in the Damier collection. Made from the same treated canvas as the original Monogram collection, there's just something so timeless and classic about this pattern. Even though I'm usually a black is best kind of girl, for Damier I will make an exception.

My personal favorites are ones I attached pics of: Speedy (both the 25 and the 30), Marais, Papillon (30 only because it comes with the wee matching makeup bag), Trousse (listed as a cosmetic case, but I use it as a small bag for day or night), the Mediuim Agenda organizer, and the Pocket Organizer. I also love the Looping bags in Damier (I have both the Looping MM and the Looping in Damier), I couldn't find any pics to show because they are still special order items only.

Available online only at eluxury.com.

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Tags: agenda, business cases, designer, handbags, lois vuitton, luxury, organizer, purse

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PermaLink ]]> libellus http://www.thisnext.com/item/46B4B6D2/27475ABF/ Wed, 09 May 2007 22:10:02 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/036229A8/138C9CCA/LUSH

Recommended by libellus on May 9, 2007

There always has to be LUSH in my house. I love that every item is handmade from fresh, natural ingredients.

My favorite I-can't-live-without-this-items are their decadent bubble bath bars. One of their bath bars lasts me at least 4 baths, and often I mix parts of a couple of bars together to create my own fragrance. These bubble bars contain baking soda and other natural ingredients that form huge bubbles and make the bath water soft and silky.

Amandopondo Bubble Bar. Made with Turkish Rose Absolute and Lemon oil, there's never a bad time to use this.

Bathos Bubble Bar. Scented with Violet, Rose Absolute, Jasmine Absolute, Bergamot, Clove and Ylang Ylang, Bathos is the first bubble bar I ever tried and one I ALWAYS have in my house.

French Kiss Bath Bar. Classic Lavender fragrance.

They have several stores in the United States (and across the globe!). If you get the chance you've got to visit one and experience LUSH firsthand. If you can't get to a store, try one or all of these bubble bars and I guarantee you'll be hooked for life!

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Tags: bath, bathing, beauty, face, hair, makeup, natural, skin

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Recommended by libellus on May 7, 2007

I love La Marca del Diablo's t-shirts. Their designs look like they are inspired by Dia de Los Muertos art, low brow art and the Kustom Kulture scene.

They have stores in Hollywood, CA and New York, NY. It looks like they're selling online now as well, which is fantastic. But really, if you're in Los Angeles or New York, you should swing by one of their stores to check out their merchandise in person.

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Tags: Dia de Los Muertos, Juxtapoz, Kustom Kulture, lowbrow art, music, rock and roll

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On this list:
Clinique Makeup Almost Lipstick: Black Honey
Stella McCartney Perfume :: Stella Night And Day Refillable Purse Spray
Fresh Pomegranate Conditioning Hair Rinse
LUSH
One Minute Manicure Moisture Scrub
Rodan + Fields: UNBLEMISH oil absorb blotting papers with Zincidone
LORAC Lip Gloss Stick
Cake Beauty - Satin Sugar Hair and Body Refreshing Powder
by Terry - Light-Expert Foundation Brush by Terry

Tags: beauty, face, hair, makeup, manicure, pedicure

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Recommended by libellus on May 7, 2007

I've been using One Minute Manicure Moisture Scrub for about 2 years now and it's become one of my beauty must-haves. While the company makes a few different products for the body, this is the only one I've tried.

One Minute Manicure Moisture Scrub features triple-milled Dead Sea Mineral Salts mixed with a premium blend of botanically-based oils. They claim it exfoliates, reconditions and moisturizes the skin... and they're definitely right. My hands and feet have never felt or looked so good. I try to use it every day.

There are a couple of different scents: Original Peppermint, Lemon Cream, Chocolate Silk, Fresh Pomegranate, Sunrise Citrus, and my favorite Sunset Floral (a blend of florals, rose petals and chamomile combined with notes of lilac and geranium).

Retails for about $10 for 3 oz and about $30 for 13 oz.

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Tags: beauty, exfoliate, feet, hands, lotion, manicure, pedicure

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Recommended by libellus on May 6, 2007

I remember when face blotting papers were still semi-hard to find.

Now, it seems that every beauty company has their own blotting papers. They all seem basically the same- they blot away all of the oil that you didn't realize your face produced so much of and leave your face with a lovely, matte finish.

Ready for the next level?

Rodan + Fields recently launched UNBLEMISH oil absorb blot papers with Zincidone. Sounds the same as the others, right? But not quite. They claim that these blotting papers
actually reduce excess oil over time with continued use. They're even offering a money back guarantee.

I've only been using these for a week or so, maybe 1 paper a day, and I can't really tell how it's working. Granted, I'm not a super oily person, but my t-zone does get quite shiny, especially when the weather gets warmer. My skin looks great so far though.

Right now these are a little hard to find. The retail price is $19 for 60 sheets.

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Recommended by libellus on May 6, 2007

If I were stranded on a deserted island...

Seriously though. This is the one lipstick I make sure to take with me wherever I go. It's just that perfect.

First of all, it moisturizes. Enriched with all natural sunflower seed and Hawaiian macadamia seed oils and flavored with just a hint of vanilla.

I use Sheer Berry, the darkest of the four shades offered. But it's pinky brown color is not dark at all. It should be added to the list of the best colors for any skin tone because, like Clinique's Black Honey, all of my friends can wear this color. One swipe deposits just a hint of color on your lips. Perfect for day. Two swipes deposits noticeably shiny color on your lips. Perfect for day or night.

Retails for $15.

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Recommended by libellus on May 6, 2007

The absolute best for the day after you wash your hair (or even the day after that). I can keep my curly hair straight and looking (and smelling) great with a light application of this powder at my roots to absorb any excess oil. It comes in 2 shades- dark and light.

Retails for $18 for 1.7oz.

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Recommended by libellus on May 6, 2007

I have very pale skin that tends to be a bit oily on my t-zone (forehead, nose, and chin). It's usually best if I don't wear any makeup during daylight hours because you can see everything I put on. I've tried any number of liquid/cream foundations over the years and have basically given up on them in favor of a light powder. But every now and then I give in to a whim and buy a liquid/cream foundation. My latest spontaneous purchase was this. I had a free shipping coupon from eLuxury and I bought it in the lightest shade, Rosy Light.

And?

It's wonderful. I don't need/like much makeup and this gives me exactly what I'm looking for without looking like I had help from anyone but Mother Nature. It evens out my skin tone just enough to make it look flawless for daytime of nighttime. It covers the dark spots under my eyes when I haven't slept enough without drying out the sensitive skin under my eyes. It doesn't make my face oily or dry or gross in any way, even after it's been on for six or eight or ten hours. So far I have only used it for light touches here and there, not all over my face. I found that when I use this I no longer need to use concealer as well.

Here are some of the product details (from eLuxury):

* Luminescent foundation that bathes the skin in light
* Foundation brush filled with featherweight concealing foundation
* Skin-plumping formula blends to smooth fine lines
* Contains seven a