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ONE Bath & Body Launches at Ulta

ONE will be offering their unique eco-friendly products at ULTA Beauty stores now! To celebrate, customers will receive free music downloads from five up and coming artists. These up-and-coming artists - including Erika Jayne, The M.I.D.S and Tori Kelly - will each contribute 2,000 music downloads as a free giveaway to serve as a thank you to loyal users.

Just log onto www.OneBathandBody.com and click the "ONE Artist of the Month" tab to check out the artists and their musical offerings! Housed in eco-conscious, recyclable packaging, ONE's luxurious essentials let you look and feel good.



Beauty Sales

Tarte Cosmetics Friends & Family sale - 30% off and free shipping $40+. Use code FFDEC, valid through December 12th.

HauteLook
HUGE Philosophy sale, bubble bath, lip glosses, Amazing Grace, Eye Hope and more!
MOR Cosmetics soaps

Freeze 24-7





CND Shellac Hollywood

Here's a swatch of CND Shellac in Hollywood. Similar to Wildfire, but with a shimmer. In some lights, the shimmery gold undertone made the color look a little red-orange. It's a beautiful color for holiday festivities.

Total Beauty Post - Best Highlights for your Hair Color

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Best Highlights for Your Specific Hair Color

Find out which shades complement your hair color best


Best Highlights for Your Specific Hair Color

This is a TotalBeauty.com hair color article

How do you know which highlights will match your hair color? What's the difference between highlights and lowlights? We answer all of your coloring questions here and tell you exactly which shades suit your hair color best.

Get tips



Glamour's 2012 Cover - Kardashians

In their first joint interview since Kim announced her divorce from Kris Humphries, the Kardashian sisters open up to Glamour about love, life and what they hope 2012 will bring.

What do you think about these girls gracing the cover? Readers of Glamour.com didn't have the nicest things to say...


And the Winners Are....

DeVine Lip Shimmers - sahairah
Illumin8 - mistymorgan8



Giveaway Break - Holiday Beauty Bundle

Cheer up, it's hump day, and I have a giveaway for you! I wanted to post this on 'Treat yourself Tuesday' but missed the deadline. Take a break from holiday shopping and enter to win a special treat for you!

**Giveaway***

Enter to win a Holiday Beauty Bundle from Lipgloss Break! I put together items from some of my favorite brands, including Cargo, Goody, Avon and more!

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!

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



CND Shellac Wildfire

Check out CND Shellac in Wildfire. Perfect red for the holiday and the 4th of July. A true shiny, bold red. Tina used a base coat, two color coats and a top coat. They turned out fabulous as always. More CND Shellac swatches to come!



Cyber Monday Beauty Deals

...and the deals keep on coming!

Sephora
Spend $25 or more online and enter 'MYSTERY' at checkout to get a mystery bag full of samples (along with the 3 free samples you get at checkout).

Zoya
The perfect gift for nail polish lovers! The Zoya Color Boxes are online at www.zoya.com. As a special promotion starting now through Monday at 11:59PM ET, Buy 3 Color Boxes and get 1 FREE plus get a coupon code for a FREE bottle of Zoya Nail Polish of your choice with any purchase online. No Coupon Codes Necessary. See full details on their blog zoyanailpolish.blogspot.com

BeautyTicket.com
Take an extra 50% off everything. Use code cyber50 at checkout.

Eve Pearl
Up to 55% off all Eve Pearl products. Enter code "BPTG2011" at checkout. Ends Monday November 28th at 11pm EST. While supplies last.

TINte Cosmetics
Cyber monday Sale 20% off online at tintecosmetics.com. Enter 'MON11' at checkout. Their Flavored Lip Colors would make a great stocking stuffer!

Still has their Black Friday sale up through Monday. Enter 'THANKS' at checkout for 35% off! Ends Nov 28 at midnight.

J Crew Factory
Normally the Jcrew.com Factory site is only open on the weekends, but it's staying open for Cyber Monday. Plus take an additional 25% off orders over $150, use code "YOURGIFT".

Rent the Runway
Get 20% off your order using code 'CYBER20'. Have a holiday party coming up? Reserve the perfect dress today at renttherunway.com!

Urban Decay
UrbanDecay.com CyberMonday deals.

BeautySak
25% off at BeautySak.com. Use code 'THANKS25' at checkout!




Total Beauty Post - Best Polishes of 2011

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Best Nail Polishes of 2011

Total Beauty doles out this year's Nail Polish Awards! See which brands you should choose for your next manicure -- and which you should avoid


Best Nail Polishes of 2011

This is a TotalBeauty.com nails article

We tested the hundreds of nail polish brands and shades to bring you this list of the best (and the worst!) polishes. See which one is the most chip-proof, which delivers the most pigmented colors, and more.

See the winners now



Happy Thanksgiving


Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Please take the time today to think about the important things in life and give thanks :) I know I have a lot to give thanks for, including having wonderful readers and blog followers! Thanks for reading Lipgloss Break - Happy Thanksgiving!

Black Friday Beauty Deals Part II


Anastasia of Beverly Hills
Anastasia.net is offering 35% off until Nov 28th. Enter code 'THANKS' at checkout.

J.Crew
25% off and free shipping over $150 or more. Offer ends on Sunday. Use code 'YOURGIFT' at checkout.

Ulta
Not only is Ulta having huge sales in store, but also online. Check out Ulta.com for their Black Friday specials, starting at 12am on Friday. Use code HOLIDAYSHP25 to get free shipping on orders over $25.

Classified Cosmetics
Black Friday sale at classifiedcosmetics.com - 50% off any order + free shipping. Checkout code: BLKFRIDAY


Black Friday Beauty Deals

Bath & Body Works
VIP Black Friday Tote (available at all Bath & Body Works locations
Spend $40 at any Bath & Body Works Store and this VIP Black Friday Tote, a $130 value, could be yours for only $20!
The VIP Tote includes these holiday favorites:
  • Be Enchanted Body Lotion, Shower Gel and Shimmer Mist
  • Mistletoe Kiss Gentle Foaming Soap
  • Mistletoe Kiss Pocketbac
  • Pocketbac Holder
  • Liplicious Cranberry Kiss Lip Gloss
  • 2oz Aromatherapy Nighttime Tea Body Lotion
  • Mini Gauze Sponge
  • Glitter Pump to be used with any Signature Collection Body
    Lotion or Shower Gel
  • Two Cosmetic Bags
  • Coupon for $10 off any Slatkin & Co. three wick candle
At the end of Black Friday, post pictures of your Bath & Body Works Black Friday Hauls on Twitter for a chance to win a $25 Bath & Body Works Gift Card.

Urban Decay
Starting on Black Friday, on UrbanDecay.com, you can get $20 off of Book of Shadows IV. Use code: BLACKFRIDAY11

IT Cosmetics
30% off of orders $25 and more for a week starting on Black Friday. Check out itcosmetics.comand use code: FF30 plus you'll get free shipping!

GiltGroup
Gilt.com is launching mobile exclusive "door buster" deals at 6am Black Friday morning. Set your alarm!

Benefit cosmetics

Clinique


isaay
You don't need to drive to the mall this year to take advantage of Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals. Update your wardrobe on isaay.com from the comfort of your own home with 20% off from Friday, November 25th – Monday, November 28th by using the coupon code "ISAAY11" at checkout!

Elizabeth Arden
From November 25th – November 28th, get 25% off + Free Shipping on ANY order from ElizabethArden.com. Save up to 65% on skincare, makeup and fragrance gift sets. Use code BF2 at checkout.

b-glowing
b-glowing.com, a leading online specialty beauty retailer, will offer shoppers 20% off orders of $75.00 or more plus Free Shipping. Some brands may be excluded.
The promotion detail follow:
Code: cyber11
Dates: 11/25 Midnight Central Time Zone through 11/28
Offer: 20% off any order of $75+ plus Free Shipping


China Glaze's Eye Candy

3-D glitter? Yes please! China Glaze's new limited edition collection, Eye Candy, is inspired by Marilyn Monroe's timeless allure...Diamonds. These super sexy glitter polishes will look great by themselves or layered over a solid color. Just in time to shine for the holidays!

They will be available at salons and beauty supply retailers in mid-December.


Madonna is launching a fragrance



Madonna is launching a fragrance with Coty Prestige in April 2012. It's called Truth or Dare by Madonna.

It will be a unique blend of narcotic florals, balanced with addictive woods and vanilla. Can't wait to check it out!

Total Beauty Post - Special Occasion Makeover

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Your Special Occasion Makeover

See what our experts suggest for three women with three very big events


Your Special Occasion Makeover

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article

You know when you've got that special occasion coming up -- maybe it's a date, or a job interview, or you're hosting a party -- and you want to look your best but don't know how to make that happen? We gave three women a gorgeous makeover fitting for their special occasion needs. See each woman's before and after looks -- then steal the hair and makeup tips for yourself.

See transformations



Sephora Minis

I've been slacking on my gift giving guides! I'm going to try and kick it up a notch this weekend since next week is....Black Friday!

Looking for stocking stuffers or gift toppers? Check out Sephora's minis:

Sephora Collection Mini Bag ($15/$50 value)

This mini palette contains the essentials to create a quick look on the go. In the shape of the iconic Sephora shopping bag, this slim palette contains nine eyeshadows, one blush and four lipsticks.

Sephora Color Wand ($10 each)

A Sephora favorite, this slim wand holds six shimmery glosses, each with their own doe-foot applicator. Choose from Hydra (nudes and beiges) or Sacred Heart (pinks, raspberry and violet).

tokidoki Mini Rollerball Set ($18)

A set of six mini rollerballs in each of the new tokidoki scents. Give yourself the perfect opportunity to try them all or break them up into adorable stocking stuffers. Fragrances include:

· Adios: Devilishly Crisp Citrus

· Ciao Ciao: Sassy Sheer Floral

· SANDy: Sparkling Fresh Floral

· Donutella: Rich Delicious Cream

· Adieu: Sexy French Berry

· Siberia: Icy White Musk



MAC Viva Glam 2012 Campaign

Ricky Martin and Nicki Minaj in the M·A·C Viva Glam 2012 campaign visual shot by David LaChapelle. Every cent of Ricky and Nicki's Viva Glam products, on-counter February 2012, goes to support the M·A·C AIDS Fund.

I'm looking forward to trying out the line!



Shellac Layering - Barbie Pink


I've never been so happy with Shellac layering before. I got the idea from I Heart Cosmetics blog to layer Gotcha & Strawberry Smoothie. What did I get? Barbie pink!

Here's what I did:
Shellac base coat - cure for 10 seconds
1 coat of Gotcha - cure for 2 minutes
1 coat of Strawberry Smoothie - cure for 2 minutes
Shellac top coat - cure for 2 minutes

This looks a lot like Zoya's Barbie shade. It may be very Spring/Summer, but will sport it for 2 weeks in the Fall nonetheless.




Total Beauty Post: Makeover Tricks to Look Younger

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Look 10 Years Younger with These Makeover Tricks

We gave three women an anti-aging makeover. Read on to see their transformations


Look 10 Years Younger with These Makeover Tricks

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article

If you still think plastic surgery is the only way to look younger, think again. Turns out your hair and makeup can make you look years younger. We asked stylists and makeup artists to give three women -- one in her 30s, another in her 40s, and a third in her 50s -- makeovers that would erase years from their looks. The results? You have to see them to believe. (Then steal the experts' tricks for yourself!)

See makeovers



Giveaway Break - Head to Toe Beauty Giveaway

It's been too long since I've hosted a giveaway...so here's an extra large one!

Enter to win a prize bundle filled with beauty products and accessories! Here's what's up for grabs:

The Bar Method DVD
The Bar Method is full-body exercise program created by Burr Leonard. The workout utilizes a ballet bar fitness technique and draws from the principles of isometrics, dance conditioning, interval training, and physical therapy. Win this DVD!

Bombay Fashion bracelets
BombayFashions.com is the largest online retailer for fashion jewelry and accessories, headquartered in the one and only state of Michigan! Since its inception Indian-inspired jewelry has been the backbone of the company and is the first original jewelry from Bombay.

Brilliant FX Beauty Serum
Brilliant FX Beauty Serum is the first exfoliating and moisturizing body serum to introduce a skin-healing mixture of ingredients all in one bottle - lactic acid, Arnica montana and vitamin E.

Pirri Elements Shampoo, Conditioner, Smooth & Relaxing Serum and Leave-in Conditioner
The Pirri Elements line was inspired by the beauty of the Mediterranean “crystal blue” Sea, pure air, rich soil and fiery volcanoes. Each product consists of Bergamot, an essential oil that comes from a fruit native Calabria, Italy, the hometown of the Pirri brothers. The oil along with other essential and natural ingredients is used to nourish the hair and lock in moisture.



Minus417 
Minus417 specializes in combining ancient knowledge with high technology. Professional nail care kit, including nail buffer, nail file, cuticle oil, hand moisturizer and foot nourishing cream. 

Pretty Woman's Airbrushed Nail Kit 
Pretty Woman offers at-home DIY Airbrushed nail kits available in fashion forward designs, colors and ease of use. In minutes, you can have a professional manicure that lasts up to days.



***Giveaway***




Fill out the form below to win this huge prize bundle! 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 the form below. Enter up to once a day!


This giveaway is open to US residents only. The contest will end on Thursday, December 8th. I will randomly select one winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!



Going Shopping this Weekend? Beauty Sales!

HauteLook
Demeter Fragrance (Sex on the Beach is my favorite scent!)
Oooohlala of Beverly Hills
Rock & Republic Beauty
Miss Ooops Beauty


Zoya.com
As a special "Thank You", Zoya would like to offer you a code for Buy 2 Zoya Nail Polishes and Get 2 Free. There is a limit of one deal per customer.

They have placed the code in the "My Account" section of http://www.zoya.com in the
"My Coupons & Codes" section. This code is a one time use code unique to you. Offer
expires 11-04-2011 at 11:59 PM ET. Valid in continental USA only. Standard Shipping
& Processing applies. Offer valid online only. User must have a valid account at
www.zoya.com or www.artofbeauty.com at the time this email is sent to qualify.

Rock Royalty Shellac swatch

I'm back! So sorry for the long delay in posts. I promise there is a contest coming up soon! In the meantime, I've been playing with new Fall Shellac colors!

This is CND Shellac's Rock Royalty. A deep dark purple. I included a few different shots since I couldn't capture it correctly with the lighting. I love the color, dark is in for Fall!



Total Beauty Post - How to Contour Your Face

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How to Contour Your Face Like a Pro

Want a slimmer nose, defined cheekbones, and a more youthful look in general? You simply need the right makeup brush and tips on how to use it


How to Contour Your Face Like a Pro

This is a TotalBeauty.com face makeup article

With just a few tricks of the trade, makeup can give you what the big man upstairs forgot to endow: Angles, cheekbones, and defined bone structure. So put down that diet book that reads more like a starvation manual. These makeup tips and how-tos will get you looking like a long, lean, svelte model -- instantly.

See how



OPI New Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer to Support Susan G. Komen for the Cure


Let's Shatter Breast Cancer!

OPI launches the limited edition Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in its promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever. The 2011 Pink of Hearts edition will follow in the footsteps of its namesake 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 Nail Lacquers in raising awareness of breast cancer for the fifth year in a row, during the months of September and October (National Breast Cancer Awareness Month). Unlike previous shade incarnations, this year’s Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer marks the debut of fan-favorite Shatter coat in OPI’s first pink shade.

“We are continuing to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure in the hopes of increasing breast cancer awareness, while inspiring and empowering women. The organization’s dedication to this cause is unwavering,” remarks Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. OPI is proud to join with Susan G. Komen for the fifth consecutive year to offer Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts. By launching our first-ever Pink Shatter coat, we hope this exciting new textured hue will generate lots of awareness for this cause.”

Each bottle of Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts has a special pink-ribbon tag and pink cap wrap to call attention to breast cancer awareness. OPI will also be making its annual donation of $25,000 to Komen for the Cure. Pink Shatter coat contains no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde, and it also features OPI’s exclusive ProWide Brush for the ultimate in application.

The limited edition Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts will be available throughout the months of September and October 2011 at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for $8.50 ($10.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer.

For more information, visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!



Enter to win tarte's BCA giveaway


tarte cosmetics is giving away 10 of their LipSurgence matte lip tints in the shade of 'Hope.' All you have to do is enter to win, and for every entry received tarte will donate 20 cents to the Young Survival Coalition (a non-profit organization that supports and educats younger patients affected by breast cancer).

You can visit their website to learn more. All you have to do is enter to win- it's so easy and supports a great cause!



OPI Designer Series - DS Bold swatch

Tina has been playing with OPI's new Designer Series, here's what she had to say:

New this fall from OPI's Designer Series is "OPI DS Bold." It's a pinkish/coral shade (rather than red as described by OPI), with silver and pink glitter. I have applied two coats in this picture, but the more coats you apply...the bolder it looks. It's a bit difficult to remove (due to the glitter) however; it's a fun color for fall, so it's worth it!

Total Beauty Post: Perfect Haircut for your Curly Hair

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Get the Perfect Haircut for Your Curly Hair

See the 7 best haircuts for ringlets, waves, and every other kind of curl


Get the Perfect Haircut for Your Curly Hair

This is a TotalBeauty.com curly hair article

We know -- styling your curly hair can sometimes feel like dealing with a screaming, unpredictable toddler. So what do you do? Do you give in and toss your hair into a ponytail? Or, do you fight back with a haircut that inspires your hair to obey? We think the latter. And you will too after you see these cuts.

See cuts



Giveaway Break - The Body Shop Limited Edition Spiced Pumpkin Bath & Shower Gel!

Fall is a beautiful time in Michigan. Even though we lose our Summer heat, I love when the colors on the leaves start to change and I can cozy up in my favorite sweater. A popular Fall activity in Michigan is visiting apple orchards and pumpkin patches. The smell of cider and donuts being can make anyone melt. Now you can indulge in this fragrance every morning with The Body Shop's Limited Edition Originals Spiced Pumpkin Bath and Shower Gel!

Their new gel smells just like homemade pumpkin pies...which was the inspiration behind the new product. It was developed by California native, Stephie Wilhelm, winner of the global "Originals" competition encouraging consumers to create their very own Limited Edition fragrance.

The 8.4oz bottle is made with organic and natural ingredients, including Community Fair Trade Aloe Vera and Pumpkin seed extract. The Body Shop Limited Edition gel is available now ($5.99) and is available at your local The Body Shop store and online at www.thebodyshop-usa.com.
**Giveaway***

Enter to win The Body Shop Limited Edition Spiced Pumpkin Bath & Shower Gel!

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!

This giveaway is open to US residents only. The contest will end on Thursday, November 10th. I will randomly select one winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!




Total Beauty Post - Fabulous Fall Makeovers

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Fabulous-for-Fall Makeover

See how one stay-at-home mom gets a beauty revamp for the season


Fabulous-for-Fall Makeover

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article

When you spend your days chasing a toddler, it's hard to think about redoing your hair and makeup for fall. Which is why we called in beauty experts to help this reader and mom look perfectly on trend this season.

See makeover



Spa Week!

You know what's great about Fall? Not so much the weather change or football...but Spa Week! I had the privilege to visit Indigo Salon, Day Spa and Boutique in Canton Michigan to try out one of the packages they are offering for Spa Week. I got a deep conditioning hair treatment and spa pedicure. It was the perfect combo before I headed to a wedding that afternoon.

I arrived at Indigo late morning. It was my first time at the salon and was so excited to see that the salon was built in an old house...I love businesses in houses! They were so warm and welcoming at reception. The cozy feel of wooden flooring and soothing spa scents really puts stress out of mind and allows you to relax. Their waiting room (pictured below) has comfy chairs and pillows, soothing music and magazines. They also gave me a warm neck wrap to wear while I was waiting for my first treatment.

I received my conditioning treatment first. One of Indigo's hair stylists, Sabrina, shampooed my hair and applied Loreal's Power Repair B conditioning treatment. After letting it sit for a few minutes she massaged it into my scalp and then rinsed it out. She did a great job at blow drying and styling my hair, and I was good to go for the wedding I was attending that night!

Next was my pedicure. Hands down, it was one of the best pedicures I have ever received. Season performed my pedicure, and took her time, and I could tell. She let me soak for awhile which I love (I hate when you're only able to soak for a few minutes before they get to work) and was relaxed with a shoulder massager and gossip magazines.They also serve what they call 'frappevino,' which is a wine slushie. I tried saying no, but one sip lead to an entire glass (very little alcohol is in them).


She took her time filing and with my cuticles, and her massage was amazing. She used Rinse Bath & Body Co Peppofoot Stick to soften rough spots which smelled amazing. I ended up getting a deep pink color on my toes, and for $2 extra, she bottled up a 'to go' nail polish bottle for me, for touch ups. I thought this was such a neat idea, especially since I'm always paranoid my color will chip and I won't have a bottle with me to touch up.


My experience at Indigo Salon was above expectations. Their facilities and staff were amazing. $50 for the two treatments I received is a great deal, and there are plenty more great deals waiting to be had at SpaWeek.com (and check out the Spa Week app!). It starts next week, so book quickly!



Free - L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream!


Have you tried L’Occitane’s world famous Shea Butter Hand Cream? If not, now is the time to do so! Now through October 23rd, log onto Facebook and click to “Like” the L’Occitane fan page to receive a free 10ML tube of the hand bag essential – perfect to combat dry hands during the colder months ahead. Once you sign up, you will receive in the mail a voucher for 15% off your next purchase that can be redeemed at any L’Occitane store, nationwide. If 250,000 fans are reached from October 3rd -October 23rd the Shea Butter Hand Cream will be upgraded to the 30ML size tube – so log on today!

Please click “Like” to receive your free Shea Butter Hand Cream:

http://www.facebook.com/loccitane.usa

And the Winners Are...

DeVine Lip Shimmers - sahairah
Kiss My Face Olive Oil Soaps - ashleyborysewich & ron8310


Beauty Sales & Deals this Week

Total Beauty
50% off RapidLash

HauteLook
tarte cosmetics - Lip and cheek stains, kits and more!

'Like' the Dr. Teal's Facebook page and get a $1 off coupon. Voted 'Best Bath Soak' by Fitness Magazine!