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The Body Shop Bronzers

The Body Shop is the place to go for bronzers this summer, offering some of the best I've seen.  I've been using several products from the bronzing line and can recommend them all.  If you want a gorgeous all-over bronzing powder, you need to check out the Sun Lustre Bronzer.  Not only is the bronzing powder finely milled, it comes in a gorgeous mirrored compact that you'll love pulling out of your purse or keeping on your vanity.  Open the compact up and you see a beautiful embossed floral design in shades of bronze shimmer.  I've been using the Sun Lustre Brush, which is a kabuki-style brush to apply the Sun Lustre Bronzer.  The look is a subtle but pretty golden sheen that gives decolletage and cheekbones a glow. 

I also am a fan of the Body and Leg Shine.  This is a true bronzing stick.  It is lightly fragranced and gives a golden, sexy sheen.  I'd recommend this product for legs--especially if you prefer to not wear hose--and shoulders.  What I like is that applying and removing the Body and Leg Shine is easy.  Body and Leg Shine contains Aloe Vera, so you can use it after shaving. I've also been using the Vitamin E Everyday Summer Face Lotion.  This lotion contains wheat germ oil and vitamin E, along with a self tanning ingredient.  Used daily, you can build up a healthy face tan. The Vitamin E Everyday Summer Face Lotion has a pleasant fragrance and is a good morning moisturizer.

The Body Shop bronzing products are available online or in-store.  For the nearest location, check the store locator. 

Peter Thomas Roth: Un-Wrinkle Pressed Powder Gets Smart!

Peter Thomas Roth New Un-Wrinkle Pressed Powder…

is it makeup?  A treatment product containing anti-aging peptide technology?  A prop that plays a part in the new Get Smart movie?  All of the above!

 

Skincare innovator Peter Thomas Roth debuts the newest product in the Un-Wrinkle anti-aging line with a triple-milled translucent powder.  The Un-Wrinkle Pressed Powder improves the overall look of the skin by helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines, deep wrinkles and expression lines.  It’s formulated to be non-drying to the skin, and helps to absorb oil to create a soft, matte finish.  The Pressed Powder includes the six powerful anti-aging peptides found in the Un-Wrinkle product line and in addition, includes vitamins A, C and E and mica.

 

The exclusive Un-Wrinkle Pressed Powder compact will be used by Agent 99, played by Anne Hathaway, in a key scene in the upcoming June 20 release of the movie Get Smart.  The Un-Wrinkle Pressed Powder (retail $35) will be available in a special limited edition Get Smart Try Me kit featured on QVC this weekend.  If you haven't tried the Un-Wrinkle line from Peter Thomas Roth, this kit is a great introduction.  I've used the Un-Wrinkle Serum and the Peel Pads and can highly recommend the Peter Thomas Roth Un-Wrinkle anti-aging line. 

Sensational Sensai Loose Powder

Move over, Meteriorites...there's a new face power on my vanity and it is sheer perfection. Sensai Loose Powder, made by Kanebo, the Japanese beauty and skincare company, is an extremely fine, feathery-light translucent face powder.  Sensai Loose Powder is a blend of two exclusive powders:  Airy Powder and Weightless Moist Glow Factor.  This light-reflecting blend allows for a smooth, even coverage over foundation for a natural, flawless finish.  I apply the Loose Powder by pressing the puff that is provided onto my skin and then finish blending the powder with a large powder brush.  The puff is very elegant and is made of polyester fibres, which allows for better pickup of the powder and a more even application.  The fine composition of this powder also prevents settling into and accentuating fine lines and wrinkes.

Kanebo Sensai Loose Powder is a luxurious finishing powder that sets your makeup beautifully. The Kanebo Sensai line includes both cosmetics and skincare products.  Kanebo has integrated a special silk technology into their products, allowing for increased moisturizing properties that help to maintain the softness of the skin.  I love the Kanebo Sensai Loose Powder and can really see the difference in quality over other loose powders.  Kanebo Sensai Loose Powder retails at $55.  For more information or to find a Kanebo location near you, please visit www.Kanebo.com.

Wet n Wild: Beauty Benefits on a Budget

Wet n Wild cosmetics, that perennial discount and drugstore favorite, is the newest player in the mineral makeup market.  The Beauty Benefits line has been formulated with Lotus Marine Mineral complex, which offers powerful anti-aging properties.  I tried several products in the line, including the Beauty Brilliance Illuminating Powder (in Cool), the Triple Fusion eye shadow (in Sandy Beach), the Color CorRx eye brightening concealer (Medium) and the Mint Infusions lippie. 

Overall, I was impressed with this line and give it high marks for value and performance. The Beauty Brilliance Illuminating Powder is a pressed powder containing bronze, orchid and neutral powders with a slight shimmer.  I used it as an overall highlighter to add a bit of radiance to my makeup. It gave a nice, soft finish.  And the lotus-embossed design was a nice touch, usually reserved for much more expensive makeup. The Triple Fusion eye shadow is a pan of three coordinated colors that you can use individually or blend.  Not as highly pigmented as other eyeshadows I have, it still wore nicely, especially with a primer underneath. The Color CorRx eye brightening concealer is a corrector, concealer and brightening powder trio to cover dark circles.  The formula applied easily and didn't settle into lines.  The Mint Infusions lippie is infused with peppermint oil and contains UVB protection SPF 15. It gives a high shine without being tacky sticky. Sun protection for your lips doesn't have to be expensive!

You can find the Wet n Wild Beauty Benefits products in select mass market retailers like Wal-Mart and Meijer; for specific where to buy information check the Wet n Wild Beauty Benefits website.