Giveaway Break - Dermacyte Skin & Eye Cream

Finally, it's here...happy Friday! The best way to end your week is with a giveaway! Here's your chance to win two products from the revolutionary skincare Dermacyte: Oxygen Concentrate and the new Oxygenating Eye Complex.

Dermacyte Oxygen Concentrate
A unique and ultra-soothing formula that helps restore a youthful glow to your skin. Apply morning and night onto clean skin before any other products. Think of it as oxygen for your skin! Price $30 for 3.2ml & $84 for 10 ml

Dermacyte Oxygenating Eye Complex
A smooth, delicate treatment to refresh, hydrate and resort the appearance of youth to your eye contour area. It is designed to enhance the skin's hydration, elasticity and smoothness while protecting it against environmental stress. Price $120, 15ml

***Giveaway***

Enter to win both Dermacyte Oxygen Concentrate & Eye Complex!

Fill out the form below to win! For extra entries, you can sign up for my mailing list, post a link to this giveaway on your blog, follow my blog, follow me and retweet on Twitter , or become a fan on Facebook; just make sure to list the entries in your comment. Enter up to once a day!

Copy & paste this tweet: Enter to Win Dermacyte Skin & Eye Cream http://bit.ly/cuFBsH #coachpoppy #lipglossbreak

This giveaway is open to US residents only. The contest will end on Monday, September 20th. I will randomly select the lucky winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!

Sunscreen Misconceptions Debunked - by Total Beauty

Sunscreen Misconceptions Debunked

Practice safe sun with these tips from expert derms

This is a TotalBeauty.com skin care products article There are so many mistakes that we all make when it comes to protecting ourselves from the sun. Get sun smart with some sunscreen advice from two dermatologists. See products

MAC Nail Trends F/W 2010

Nail Trend F/W ‘10

Mistress of the art of the sophisticated nail, Jin Soon was inspired this season by the sensual pleasures of the Forbidden City for Nail Trend F/W ’10 – colours taken from the sculptures, tiles, architecture, fabrics, and decorative papers of Imperial China. Jin synthesized this vision to arrive at a collection in exotic and ravishing combinations of orange, blue, taupe, green, purple and, of course, lacquer red. These hues are opaque and rich with pearl essences for a subtle dimension. Six must-have shades will be sold with the top coat Overlacquer to finish off the manicured look.

Molton Brown GWP Promotion

From now until September 1st, every time you spend a total of $65 at MoltonBrown.com, you get to choose a free bottle of one of their best-selling bath & shower scents ($28 value) – including blissful templetree (my personal fave J), ultrasmooth coco de mer, inspiring wild-indigo and enlivening toko-yuzu.
· Blissful templetree moisture bath & shower – enter: TEMPLE at checkout

· Ultrasmooth coco de mer bath & shower – enter: DEMER at checkout

· Inspiring wild indigo bath & shower – enter: INDIGO at checkout

· Enlivening toko-yuzu bath & shower – enter: TOKO at checkout

HauteLook Sales this Week

HauteLook Sales this week:

Kate Somerville - Skincare up to 50% off!
Organicare - Organic skincare
Episencial - Healthy skincare for kids & babies

Review & Giveaway Break - PRTTY PEAUSHUN

Prtty Peaushun is a must have accessory for a dress or girls night out! The new, unique body lotion is great for shoulders and legs when you want to flaunt them!

Created by Celebrity Makeup Artist, Bethany Karlyn, Prtty Peaushun Skin Tight body lotion has subtle light-reflecting particles in a natural emollient base give the skin a gorgeous, flattering glow. The radiance conceals minor imperfections and enhances definition to create a sexy, slimmer silhouette.

Prtty Peaushun is infused with a blend of natural plant extracts to lift, firm, tighten and diminish the appearance of cellulite, stretch marks and varicose veins, as well as minimizing bruising and sore muscles.

I've paired this with every dress I wore this summer. I brought it to Vegas with me for my two best friends' bachelorette party and all the girls used it and raved about the smell, which is a lemon-y scent. It comes in fun packaging too. Looks like a Capri Sun!

I can definitely notice a difference when I use this: my legs have a more even color (not darker in front than back) and it reduces the appearance of cellulite (I can tell its the gold tint/radiance ingredient that does this). Overall, my legs look sleeker, and I feel great - it's a keeper!

***Giveaway***

Enter to win Prtty Peaushun in your choice of shade!

Fill out the form below to win! For extra entries, you can sign up for my mailing list, post a link to this giveaway on your blog, follow my blog, follow me and retweet on Twitter , or become a fan on Facebook; just make sure to list the entries in your comment. Enter up to once a day!

Tweet: Prtty Peaushun Skin Tight Lotion Giveway on Lipgloss Break! http://alturl.com/7wd53 #coachpoppy #lipglossbreak

This giveaway is open to US residents only. The contest will end on Friday, September 17th. I will randomly select the lucky winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!

Miracle Skin Transformer

I've been crazy about tinted moisturizer with SPF this summer. I don't keep this in my beach bag, but I definitely put it on before going out in the sun. Miracle Skin Transformer is something I've never experienced before. A hydrator, enhancer and protector, all in one. I'm normally not one to fall for the 'air-brushed' look scheme, but the Skin Transformer does leave my skin pretty flawless. It reminds me of Smashbox Photo Finish, but without the breakout.

Miracle Skin has a similar texture to Smashbox's Photofinish, but it's a tinted formula. With SPF and moisturizing ingredients, I wear it by itself to give my skin a break from makeup. I usually put my moisturizer on first, and then Miracle Skin, which makes my skin super soft and gives me a matte finish. I normally use foundation for light skin, but since I have a bit of color from the summer, I used the medium color and it does a great job at covering my blemishes.

Some of the ingredients:

• Saw Palmetto Extract
• Passion Fruit
• CO Enzyme Q10
• Vitamin K & A
  
• Vitamin
• Antioxidants
• SPF UVA/UVB
• Ecophysalis

Comes in 4 shades:

• Colorless
  
• Light - fair and natural skin tones
  
• Medium - sun kissed looked, this is the one I used
• Tan - for darker and deeper skin tones
  

Visit the Miracle Skin Transformer site for a free sample!

Note: This review includes products that I received as samples, provided by the brand company or a PR rep. Please click here for more information regarding my disclaimer.

Color Finder

Discover which makeup and hair shades will look best on you

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup article This trusty color finder will point you to your most flattering eye, lip and face makeup hues, plus offer up product suggestions. Get started

China Glaze Fight like a Woman Collection

Join China Glaze Nail Lacquer this October in the battle against breast cancer, one nail at a time! The professional line of nail lacquers brings on the fight with three powerful pinks. Inspired by the women who fight everyday and those that support them in their battle, these fabulous shades are sure to help you defeat the toughest opponents with style and class. China Glaze representative Rachel Schafer voiced that “in an industry dominated by women, for women, it is important that we strive to work together towards finding a cure.

The three colors in “Fight Like A Woman” include:

Encouragement – A baby pink shimmer that brings on the cheer

Endurance – Power through the punches with this raspberry shimmer

Empowerment – Stand up tall with this cotton-candy crème on your nails

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), an agency of the World Health Organization dedicated to the science of cancer and promoting international collaboration in cancer research.

The “Fight Like A Woman” Collection will be available at professional beauty supply stores and select salons this September. Availability will be very limited internationally.

Lorac Fall Collection

Lorac's new Fall line, Private Affair.

Future Pros Style Awards

Every year, the Empire Education Group asks its cosmetology studetns to vote on their favorite beauty brands, industry stars and tools. Here are the results for the annual Future Pros Style Awards!

Best Hair Pro: Nick Arrojo

Runner Up: Oscar Blandi

Best Makeup Pro: Laura Mercier

Runner Up: Carmindy

Best Curl Brand: LaCoupe

Runner Up: Alterna

Best Drugstore Makeup Must-Have: Maybelline Great Lash Mascara

Runner Up: Q-Tips

Best Hair Tool Brand: CHI

Runner Up: Conair

Best Shampoo & Conditioner Brand: Goldwell

Runner Up: Redken

Best Place to Shop for Beauty Products: Local Beauty Supply Store

Runner Up: Sephora

Best Nail Care Line: OPI

Runner Up: Creative Nail Design

Best Straightening Brand (non-chemical): John Frieda

Runner Up: Fekkai

Best Concealer Brand: MAC

Runner Up: Physicians Formula

Best Styling Brand: Goldwell

Runner Up: Redken

Best Skincare Company: Olay

Runner Up: Repêchage

Best Mascara Brand: Maybelline

Runner Up: MAC

Best Overall Cosmetics Brand: MAC

Runner Up: Maybelline

Best Overall Hair Care Line: Goldwell

Runner Up: Redken

Best Beauty Device: Neutrogena Wave Power Cleanser

Runner Up: Zeno Acne Clearing Device

CND Shellac Manicure in Romantique

My best girlfriend Tina gave me an at-home Shellac manicure last night. After 25 minutes, and a bottle of wine (!), my nails were painted with a base, 2 color, and a top coat, and out the door dry!

Romanitque is a soft pink that will go with basically any outfit and accessories. It could also be used for a stand-out french manicure base.

I highly suggest trying a Shellac manicure out for your next event or maintenance manicure. Check out CND's website to find the location nearest you! I paid $25 for my last Shellac manicure, but I've heard of salons charging up to $40 (and up to $80 in NYC). I would suggest calling around for the best price in your area.

I'd love to hear your experience with Shellac...comment below!

The Top 10 Long-Wear Liners
Total Beauty editors put these eyeliners to a daylong test -- and they passed with flying brown, black and charcoal colors
This is a TotalBeauty.com eye makeup article Just in case you need eyeliner that lasts all day (and beyond), we tried 'em out and found that they do in fact hold up their end of the long-lasting bargain. See makeup
Almay Liquid Liner, $6.75
TotalBeauty.com editor rating: 9.5
"I don't know why the average woman would need an eyeliner that lasts 16 hours like this one claims and does, but I appreciate the fact that it goes the distance …"
Kat Von D Tattoo Liner, $18
TotalBeauty.com editor rating: 9
"Confession -- before I tried this 'Tattoo' brush tip pen liner I was a bit nervous it might never come off …"
Tarte emphasEYES, $18
TotalBeauty.com editor rating: 9
"First off, this automatic pencil liner goes on super smooth like a liquid …"
Want to see what other seven liners made the list? Click here!

Estee Lauder Pure Color Eyeshadow

Estee Lauder is introducing New Pure Color Eyeshadow - 48 shades in 4 dynamic finishes inspired by world-renowned makeup artist and Estee Lauder Creative makeup Director Tom Pecheux. The collection uses exclusive True Vision Technology that incorporates intense pigments for saturated, color rich application. The four finishes - matte, satin, luminous and metallic - animate the eyes for an alluring and enticing look.

The NEW Pure Color EyeShadow collection will be available at all Estée Lauder counters nationwide and www.esteelauder.com this month!

Haircut Bucket List

See which hairstyles you should try before you're six feet under

This is a TotalBeauty.com hairstyles article Some of these haircuts are maybe just a subtle, hipper version of your own, while others are more of a hairdo leap of faith -- either way, life's too short to rock the same safe hairstyle. See hairstyles

NARS Fall Palettes

BEAUTIFUL LIFE LIP AND CHEEK PALETTE

Top Row (left to right): Sexual Healing Lipstick (sheer, shimmering pink blossom)

Honolulu Honey Lipstick (satin, flesh-toned beige)

Roman Holiday Lipstick (sheer, delicate pastel pink)

Funny Face Lipstick (semi-matte fuchsia)

Bottom Row (left to right):

Copacabana Multiple (glistening pearl)

Orgasm Multiple (peachy pink with shimmer)

Price: $55.00

ONLY YOU EYE AND CHEEK PALETTE

Top Row (left to right):

Alhambra Duo Eyeshadow (left side: metallic rose mist)

Mekong Single Eyeshadow (espresso fused with gold)

Eurydice Duo Eyeshadow (left side: electric aubergine)

Pandora Duo Eyeshadow (right side: matte black)

Bottom Row (left to right):

Hungry Heart Blush Duo (left side: iridescent gold ivory)

Orgasm Blush (peachy pink with shimmer)

Price: $65.00

got2b Sale at Walmart

Walmart is having a huge got2b sale - check out the rollback prices!

• June 2-August 31:
• Take advantage of the latest ROLLBACK offer on all göt2b products now just $3.47 (normally $4.92 each*)!

• August (at select stores, quantities limited to stock on hand):
• Purchase any of the below göt2b items for just $3.47 AND receive a matching travel size product for FREE (special packs only, no substitutions)!
• guardian angel flat iron balm
• smooth operator hairspray
• glued spiking glue
• spiked up gel

• göt2b presents a $3.47 promotion on special BONUS XL sizes (8-14.4 oz)!
• glued spiking glue
• ultra glued gel
• glued blasting freeze spray
• fat-tastic thickening mousse

Giveaway Break - got2b Fat-tastic line

I've reviewed several different got2b products in the past. They remind me a lot of Tigi & Bedhead hair products, but half the price. The newest line for got2b is Fat-tastic, collagen-infused hair styling products. These products are meant to make your hair fuller, not flat, think Snooki style!

I've been using the thickening non-aerosol hairspray and love it. It's been really humid here in Michigan, and this spray has been keeping my hair in check, and helps it to not lose its fullness through the day.

Here's a rundown of the line:

got2b fat-tastic root boosting spray goes straight to the root of the problem. Get plump from root to tip with this instant collagen-infusion. ($5.99)

got2b fat-tastic thickening pumping mousse is formulated with an enhanced collagen-infused blend that adds elasticity for overall strong, lush hair. ($5.99)

got2b fat-tastic thickening non-aerosol hairspray promises to lock in fat-tastically, lush styles with it's lightweight collagen-infused formula and long-lasting, secure hold. ($5.99)

***Giveaway***

Enter to win the complete full line of got2b Fat-tastic!

Fill out the form below to win! For extra entries, you can sign up for my mailing list, post a link to this giveaway on your blog, follow my blog, follow me and retweet on Twitter , or become a fan of Lipgloss Break or got2b on Facebook; just make sure to list the entries in your comment. Enter up to once a day!

This giveaway is open to US residents only. The contest will end on Monday, Sept 6th. I will randomly select the lucky winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!

Find Your Best Foundation

See which formula is ideal for your unique skin type

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup article Do you know which foundation you should be wearing? Take this quiz and see which formula is right for your skin type. Take quiz

Sephora On The Go - New Mobile Site

Now you can shop at Sephora 24/7 from your mobile phone! They've done a really great job with their mobile site, you can check it out from your desktop at m.sephora.com. Some of the features include:

• Quick purchasing: If you're a Sephora Beauty Insider, your account information will be there!
• Product ratings and reviews
• Past Purchase History
• Your Shopping List
• New Products as they Hit the Shelves
• Beauty Insider Rewards & Personal Recommendations
• Post a question on Sephora's Facebook page and an expert will answer!
• GPS to your Closest Store
• Sephora Store Events
  

Gilt Groupe Nail Polish Sale!

Gilt Groupe Deborah Lippmann Nails and Beauty Sale starts today at noon! Nail polishes, hand scrubs and more!

From Gilt:
Beyond ready for fall 2010's most wanted accessory? New nail polish! Achieve the chicest nails in the industry as Gilt Groupe introduces for the first time Deborah Lippmann Nails and Beauty. These products take everything we love about getting our nails professionally painted and packages it into one tiny portable bottle. So, pamper yourself a little with this beautiful collection of bright lacquers and beauty products!

And the Winners Are...

ANEW Clinical Luminosity Pro Brightening Serum - panicxduh
Triple Threat Giveaway - donna444444
Jason Naturals Sunbrellas - LPoser1

China Glaze Awakening

AWAKEN YOUR HALLOWEEN SPIRITS WITH GLAMOURISHLY GOULISH NAILS

China Glaze Introduces Three Limited Edition Halloween Polishes

Los Angeles, CA – (July 2010): Sink your claws into these three ghoulish glitters from China Glaze, perfect for a night of fright! Uniquely alluring and unlike any other Halloween colors before them, this collection is sure to entice. Colors in the promotion include:

· Zombie Zest: A mossy green shade with gold flecks of micro glitter.

· Ick-A-Body: A dark green base chock full of orange glitter.

· Mummy May I: Vampy, wine colored purple with flecks of hot pink glitter.

The 18 piece display will be available at Sally’s Beauty Supply Stores only and the 4 piece with free Fast Forward Top Coat will be available at all other beauty and nail supply outlets, stores and e-tailers.

Lip Color Soul Mate

Take this quiz to see which lip color is ideal for your unique skin tone

This is a TotalBeauty.com lip makeup article We picked the brains of expert makeup artists to help you find your best lip color. Ever. Take quiz

ecoTOOLS Look Gorgeous, Love Green Campaign

I've been a fan of ecoTools for awhile, and this promotion just seals the deal: ecoTools is collecting used cosmetic brushes and bath + body care products to swap them for an ecoTools alternative and valuable sample pack! Talk about a company who really shows what they stand for!

The Look Gorgeous, Love Green Campaign strives to show women that ecoTools keeps them stunning - and sustainable.

Examples of items to swap include:

• Cosmetic brushes
• Body wash and scrub
• Body lotion and body butter
• Hand cream
• Body mist
• Bath sponges

For each item that participants trade in, they will receive a coupon for a free ecoTools alternative! (Up to $7.99 value, limit 2 coupons per person). For more information on how to swap cosmetic brushes and bath + body care products for an ecoTools alternative, visit www.LookGorgeousLoveGree.com.

Cheap Makeup Gone Wrong

See which low-rated makeup products you should avoid

This is a TotalBeauty.com cheap makeup article Total Beauty readers give us the lowdown on 16 low-rated drugstore makeup products. See products

No. 16: Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara, $6.94

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.9

"I know hate is a strong word but ... I hate this mascara! …"

No. 15: Milani Loose Makeup, $7.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.6

"The coverage is horrible: it looks patchy and uneven …"

No. 14: CoverGirl Trublend Microminerals Foundation, $10.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.6

"It clogged my pores …"

Want to see what other products made the list? Click here!

Giveaway Break - Lash28

Lash28 stands out from it's competitors because it's an all natural eyelash serum! Lash28 contains a synergistic blend of natural ingredients to work in nourishing lash roots and stimulating hair follicles to improve the length and fullness of your lashes.

Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Roshdieh, MD recommends Lash28 to all of his patients complaining of short or brittle lashes. He loves the fact that it's all natural!

Want to try it before you buy it? Enter to win it!

***Giveaway***

Enter to win Lash28!

Fill out the form below to win! For extra entries, you can sign up for my mailing list, post a link to this giveaway on your blog, follow my blog, follow me and retweet on Twitter , or become a fan of Lipgloss Break on Facebook; just make sure to list the entries in your comment. Enter up to once a day!

Copy and paste this to tweet your entry: Enter to win Lash28! http://alturl.com/tojh9 #coachpoppy #lipglossbreak

This giveaway is open to US & Canada residents only. The contest will end on Monday, August 30th. I will randomly select the lucky winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!

What's in My Beach Bag? - Jordi Flip Flops

In the Summer, I live in flip flops. Even when I wear heels to work, I still slip on a pair of flip flops to wear to and from the parking garage. To complicate things, I'm one of those people who always have to coordinate everything, down to my footwear.

The solution to my madness: Lindsay Phillips Jordi Flip Flops. I wrote about these last year, but the design options since then have multiplied! Jordi Flip Flops are like your typical essential flip flops, but allow you to change the embellishment for your flip flops, so you can coordinate with all your outfits!

The Jordi flip flops come in several fun colors, as well as the staples like white and black, and all come with a rhinestone bubble embellishment which is super cute. It gets a bit addicting once you start buying the embellishments because the designs are endless!

Follow Switch Flops on Facebook to receive special promotions and sneak peaks of new products!

Jordi Flip Flops in black. Nail polish: Jessica in 3D Tangerine with Nicole by OPI in Fresh Squeezed as a top coat

Sales at Sephora!

Sephora is having some really good sales to check out...in stores and online!

Philosophy Christmas in July Sale - save on your favorite Philosophy products!

Bare Essentials best sellers!

Today through August 10th, LORAC's Perfectly Lit Luminizing Powder in Spotlight will be offered at $9 at Sephora stores and online, originally $32!