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Prescriptives Custom Blend Replenishment Program

 

Prescriptives has announced a new Custom Blend Replenishment Program for fans of it's Custom Blend makeup line of foundations and powders.  This is great news!

While the brand will exit counters at the end of January, you'll still be able to order your Custom Blend foundation and powder online (while supplies last!) via the Prescriptives Custom Blend Replenishment program.

To take advantage, visit your local Prescriptives Custom Blend counter in the U.S. now and ask for your new Custom Blend recipe form. Then register your recipe online at https://www.prescriptives.com/customblend and you'll be notified by email when it is available to purchase in January 2010.  It's that simple!

Gift ideas for the makeup lover from Julie Hewett Los Angeles

If the makeup lover on your gift list likes trying artist-developed lines that really perform, consider these suggestions from the Julie Hewett Los Angeles cosmetics collection.  I've tried the Julie Hewett line and it's a high quality, high performance, indie-makeup line.

The noelle palette ($42) in a special edition for holiday 2009 includes three exquisite shadows to create a sultry smokey eye paired with a cheekie for a stunning winter flush. stand out at any holiday party... who needs mistletoe!?  Shades include:

• mica - enchanting silver tinsel 
• pola - delicate snow white shimmer 
• java - deep shimmering brown 
• rosie - a sheer, vibrant  raspberry

Fragrance find: Avon In Bloom by Reese Witherspoon Eau de Parfum

In many parts of the country, winter has finally reared it's ugly head. No matter the season, you can experience spring anywhere with the new Avon fragrance, In Bloom by Reese Witherspoon. This sweet southern scent, created by Reese exclusively for Avon, combines delicate femininity with seductive allure. 

I've had the opportunity to try In Bloom by Reese Witherspoon and I really like it.  It's a floral, oriental--one of my favorite compositions. I liked the way the fragrance developed from the initial peach and floral blend to the warm wood and amber.  I also thought the packaging was very well done; the bottle is a golden hue, topped with a flower in full bloom and looks much more expensive than $34.

China Glaze Re-Releases The Wizard Of Ohh Ahz Nail Collection!

Just in time for the holidays, China Glaze is re-releasing the ever-so popular Wizard of Ohh Ahz nail polish collection!  The original version of the Wizard of Ohh Ahz collection was released in 2001. This year's updated Wizard of Ohh Ahz Glitters sparkle and shine for the holidays.

Colors in the 6 piece Wizard of Ohh Ahz collection include:

The bareMinerals Surprise Collection

If someone on your holiday list loves mineral makeup, the bareMinerals Surprise Collection offers a nice assortment of eye and face colors and brushes sure to please. 

The bareMinerals Surprise Collection includes:

• bareMinerals Secret Radiance All-Over Face Color (sheer, golden glow)
• bareMinerals Spellbound Eyecolor (whispery pink) 
• bareMinerals Surreal Eyecolor (champagne sunset)
• bareMinerals Suspense Liner Shadow (inky teal)
• bareMinerals Intrigue Blush (soft rose)
• Double-Ended bareMinerals Natural Lipgloss in Brilliance & Angel Food Cake (nude rose, sheer peach shimmer)
• Soft Sweep Cheek Brush
• Tapered Crease Defining Brush
• Line Diffuser Brush

C.O. Bigelow Winter Lemon Collection

 

The C.O. Bigelow Winter Lemon Collection blends sparkling, bright citrus notes with nourishing fig for a cozy seasonal take on a classic.  For me, the Winter Lemon Collection is the perfect way to extend the summer into the fall and winter.  The Winter Lemon Collection includes:

• Winter Lemon Eau de Toilette ($29.50): This charming winter fragrance combines sparkling Lemon notes, velvet winter Fig, sweet Black Currant and warm, sensual undertones of Musk, Rose and Sandalwood.

Sonia Kashuk Holiday 2009 Collection at Target: Beauty essentials under $20!

Looking for budget-friendly beauty gifts with high impact style? Check out Sonia Kashuk’s holiday collection available exclusively at Target. This dazzling collection includes perfectly priced brush sets, face and eye shadow palettes and a stylish cosmetic bag to carry any girl through a season of gift-giving and socializing in style.

Starry Eyes – Six eye shadows are nestled in a shimmering black palette complete with an applicator and mirror. The palette contains three gorgeous matte shades in mink, amethyst and ivory and three dazzling complementary shades that are ideal for taking your look from day to night in a flash.  Love this! $14.99

Heidi Klum for VS Makeup Exotic Jewels Collection

Inspired by a trip to the spiritual city of Varanasi, India and the Indian-themed vow renewal ceremony she shared with husband seal in Mexico last year, the Heidi Klum for VS Makeup Exotic Jewels Collection is Heidi's most personal creation yet. 

You can see the Indian influence in the selection of colors in the eye shadow palette and certainly in the packaging. Overall, this strikes me as very pretty and versatile makeup collection.  I haven't tried it, but I'm definitely tempted! 

Luxe Lust: MAC Baroque Boudoir Collection

Lustrous seduction with vintage packaging.  MAC introduces the Baroque Boudoir Collection. The silvery metallic and elaborate filigree designs on the outside of each lipstick, lipgloss and compact belie their lush contents. The colors in this collection are so wearable and pretty, I could seriously pick up every piece!

The MAC Baroque Boudoir Collection includes:

Exclusive Evening of Holiday Shopping at The Plaza Beauty by Warren-Tricomi

If you live in New York and the crush of shoppers on Fifth Avenue is unbearable, save your sanity and do your holiday shopping at The Plaza Beauty by Warren-Tricomi. 

On Tuesday evening, December 1st, from 5:00  8:00 pm, the renowned beauty boutique is offering an array of holiday exclusives to celebrate the season. 5% of proceeds from the shopping night will be donated to Volunteers of America, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives, making the event a holiday indulgence you can feel good about.

Participating brands offering holiday exclusives or complimentary gifts with purchase on December 1st include Amazing Cosmetics, BECCA, Comfort Zone, Euoko, Kimiko, Lampe Berger, Lucy B, Lumesh, Luzern, MLAB, Revitalash, Sara Happ, Sponge, Sjal and Whish.

The Plaza Beauty is located at The Plaza, One West 58th Street, Grand Concourse Level, NY, NY 10019 (214) 223-4694.