Think Spring with COVERGIRL NatureLuxe Gloss Balm

I really can't complain...it's February 14th (Valentine's Day!) and we just now got a few inches of snow in Michigan. It's around 20 degrees out and slippery, but it's pretty much the first time this winter we've had this much snow, so no sad faces here! I am just focusing on Spring, which is just around the corner :)

This Spring you can find me with my sunglasses on (just got lasik!), a dress, and lots of SPF for my face and body. For those who know me, I'll also have a lipgloss in hand, preferably with SPF.

Currently my lipgloss of choice is CoverGirl's new NatureLuxe Gloss Balm with SPF.  More of a balm than a gloss, it provides full color with a few swipes and is very moisturizing. I tried out Thistle, which is a pinkish purple and loved it. Definitely a Spring color that will go with everything.

Get the sheer color and shine of a gloss with the soft, lightweight feel of SPF 15 balm. Fortified with mango and shea butter, this feel-good formula leaves your lips feeling decadent and delicious.  I love balms like this, containing color, moisturizers and SPF, because they transfer nicely from daytime beach bag to nighttime clutch! All shades are available on Glam.com Amazon Store Site.

Check out the snow and the frozen lake in the background :) Can't wait to that is all green so I don't look out of place in a dress and sunglasses! 

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OPI Kicks off Fashion Week with Lauren Moffatt

As if you need more proof that Tangerine is the color of 2012, OPI kicked off the Fall 2012 Lauren Moffatt show by using 'A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find' on the models. Loving this color trend!

Valentine's Day Prep - Part II

                                       

For those of you who didn't celebrate this weekend, make sure you are ready for tomorrow! Give yourself a last minute Valentine's Day themed mani, set the mood with candles, and start pouring some drinks!

Give yourself a mani with a pretty pink or red for Valentine's Day! Check out Pure Ice's crackle nail polish set. You can find these at Walmart, for a very reasonable price! Great to test out the Crackle effect if you haven't tried this trend already. Sparkle pink is the base, and the solid pink is the top Crackle coat. I used two coats of sparkle as a base and it looks awesome by itself. 

                                              

Set the mood this Valentine's Day with a candle from Bath & Body Works. Try out one of their new scents, like Jungle Kiss, which smells like lilies and peaches, with a hint of coconut.

Bath and Body Works 3-wick candles are my favorite. They burn around 30-45 hours, and can fill a really large room with their scent. They are made of the highest concentration of fragrance oils, an exclusive blend of vegetable wax and lead-free wicks for optimal performance. I always like to stock up on these for hostess gifts too :)

Themed drinks are the best. Check out POM Wonderful Pomegranate Juice and NUVO Sparkling Liqueur to make some pretty Valentine's Day themed drinks!

The POM Pink Angel

1 oz. POM Wonderful 100% Pomegranate Juice
1 1/2 oz. kurant vodka
1 oz. triple sec liqueur
1/4 oz. fresh lime juice (or squeeze 2 lime wedges into the shaker and drop them in)
Orange peel for garnish

NUVO Kiss
4 oz NUVO Sparkling Liqueur
1 1/2 oz Frangelico
Serve in a Champagne flute

Giveaway Break - Addiction NV Stay Connected Clutch

I'm all about being organized, and this clutch is the answer to my organizational prayers. How cute is this Addiction NV Stay Connected Clutch? It's a black, woven zip case, featuring a matte silver wrist chain, a built-in cell phone holder, a credit card and ID compartment, a mirror and all 3 brand new True Commitment Dual Lip Stain and Glosses. I love the pink bow detail on the silver wrist chain!


The True Commitment lip glosses come in the following colors:

• Rendezvous - Matte red/pink shimmer gloss
• Summer Lovin' - Matte orange/gold shimmer gloss
• Spring Fling - Bronze shimmer/clear shimmer gloss

These glosses are long lasting - kiss proof, food proof and drink proof, tested by me. I got to try out Spring Fling which is a perfect color when you have a little sun kissed skin in the Summer. The bronze lip stain goes on shiny but finishes matte, personally, I like it with the gloss over top. The gloss looks great by itself too.  I put this on before work (around 7:30am) and it stayed on through lunch. Amazing!

***Giveaway***

Enter to win Addiction NV Stay Connected Clutch, including 3 True Commitment Dual Lip Stain & Glosses!

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 , follow me on Pinterest 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 Monday, March 12th. I will randomly select a winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!

Valentine's Day Prep - Part 1

Whether you're going out with your main squeeze or having a ladies night out this Valentine's Day, you have to prep! Some of you may even be celebrating early this weekend. Here are some helpful products, tips and tricks for getting all prettied-up for February 14th :)

Bliss Fabulips Treatment Kit
Every pair of lips need a good scrub, especially with this dry winter weather. Bliss Fabulips Treatment Kit gives your lips the extra TLC they need. It's an easy 4 step kit that will make your lips soft and plump. The kit includes:

Step 1 Foaming lip cleanser - This is the coolest. Put a thin layer on your lips and watch it foam up as it lifts impurities from your lips.

Step 2 Sugar lip scrub - Apply a thin amount and massage into lips with your finger. The scrub will remove dead skin and polish your lips. I used a damp wash cloth to remove the scrub afterwards.

Step 3 Instant lip plumper - Add some volume to your lips with this lip plumper. It's a gloss, so I usually put the balm on first, and then follow up with this.

Step 4 Softening lip Balm - Love this balm! If you know me, you know I have a moisturizer/balm in every corner of my house! This one is a keeper. Goes on ultra smooth, not too chalky or balmy, and lasts.

The kit retails for $45, which is a great deal compared to all the items you receive purchased separately.

Glowology Amazing Legs
Amazing is right. This shaving cream is dreamy. Get your legs ready for your Valentine's Day dress with Glowology Amazing Legs. This shaving cream is formulated with Pacific Sea Kelp and Vitamin A (which is known to treat eczema). It's also clinically-tested and hypoallergenic. It didn't bother my eczema and I got a clean, close shave with it. A little goes a long way too. You don't have to slather it on real thick to use it. The 4.5 ounce tube sells for $14.99 on Glowology.com.

Arm & Hammer Baking Soda
I remember my grandma use to make me brush my teeth with baking soda when I spent the night at her house. I always thought it was odd, and tasted a little funny, but never questioned it, because I always knew that grandma knew best!

Baking soda can act as a gentle exfoliate for your teeth. A sprinkle of Arm & Hammer Baking Soda on top of your toothpaste on your toothbrush, can help to lift stains from teeth, leaving them sparkly white. I always like to use it at night after I've had a glass (or two!) of red wine.


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.

Bath & Body Works Valentine's Day Party This Saturday

Bath & Body Works is throwing a Valentine's Day Party this Saturday - and you're invited! From 10am to 4pm in stores and online all day. Win a romantic trip to Hawaii! Free tote bag and travel size lotion with a Signature purchase. Find at more at Bath & Body Works site.

Strictly Business with Julep Nail Polish in Demi

I was hesitant at first with this color, I thought it was too dark for me, but gave it a try anyways. I have a client meeting tomorrow and I wanted something to go with my black dress. This red is fierce! Julep nail polish Demi is a deep, rich red. It screams powerful and professional woman! 

Senna Cosmetics Sale on HauteLook

To kick off the month of love Senna is having a sale at HauteLook starting this Thursday, February 9th at 8am PST.


Up to 73% off! Here's a sneak peak:


Beautiful 7 piece Brush Clutch for just $45.00!!
Cream Lipsticks are $6.00
Lipgloss sets from $15.00 to $24.00
Mineral Mix Blush or Bronzer with Brush for $20.00
3 piece Glamour Kits for $34.00
Pencil trios for $14.00


I LOVE Senna's eyeshadows. Pandora and Midnight are my favorite. Check out the sale on Thursday on Hautelook.com!

Set the Mood with NYX Cosmetics Mood Gloss

Mood lip gloss - genius! Brings back memories of mood rings from middle school! NYX Cosmetics has 4 shades:

· Original “Mood” Lip Gloss in Romantic Love, $4.50 – This moisturizing lip gloss goes on clear and turns into a dark pink hue.

· NEW “Mood” Lip Gloss in Affectionate, $4.50 – This strawberry-scented moisturizing lip gloss goes on clear with a hint of shimmer and transforms into a frosted light pink.

· NEW “Mood” Lip Gloss in Sensual, $4.50 – This moisturizing lip gloss goes on clear and transforms into a shiny deep mulberry hue.

· NEW The “Blue” Lip Gloss Smile Brightener, $4.50 – This moisturizing sheer lip gloss illuminates your smile through cool undertones in the gloss that complement the whites of your teeth, making your smile appear brighter.

Availability: All “Mood” Lip Glosses are available online at www.nyxcosmetics.com

Pantone Color of 2012 is Tangerine Twist

Pantone has officially announced the Top Color for 2012: Tangerine Tango! Think Spring!