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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!

Q & A with Evelyn Lauder, Founder, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Evelyn Lauder, Senior Corporate Vice President of The Estee Lauder Companies and Founder and Chairman, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, understands first hand the importance of the month of October and a simple pink ribbon.  She co-created the Pink Ribbon with SELF Magazine in 1992 as a symbol of breast health and launched The Estee Lauder Companies' Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign.  An incredible legacy.  Evelyn Lauder recently answered questions regarding the Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign:

What are some of your plans for the 2009 Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign?

EL:  Our 2009 theme is:  World Pink. World Without Breast Cancer. Wear a Pink Ribbon. Make a Difference.  Because we believe that reaching out to every possible person is pivotal now more than ever, we can not do this alone.  If we combine our voices, more lives can be saved and a cure can be found in the near future.  This October, over 70 countries will participate in The Estee Lauder Companies' Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. 

In addition, 15 of the Estee Lauder Companies' brands will offer pink beauty products for sale in support of their contribution to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).  These brands, along with other Estee Lauder Companie's brands, will also display information at their counters, and distribute Pink Ribbons and informational materials regarding breast health.  By the end of 2009, over 85 million Pink Ribbons will have been distributed and The Estee Lauder Companes' will have raised more than $40 million for BCRF.

Sephora Friends and Family Sale 2009--Beauty Addicts Rejoice!

The Sephora Friends and Family Sale dates for 2009 are out!  Mark your calendars for October 19th through November 2, 2009, when rumor has it the annual 20% off Friends and Family Sale Event takes place in stores and online at Sephora.com.

The Sephora Friends and Family Sale is a great time to consider purchasing big ticket items like the new Clarisonic Mia System.  I think this will be "the" hot holiday gift item this year.  And 20% off the retail price of $ 149 is a nice savings!

Generally you can shop online as many times you wish throughout that period using the discount code.  As more details become available, I'll update this post, but in past years, you couldn't stack discount codes and I would imagine that will continue with this sale event.  As hard as I try, I always get a little out of control with this sale; you too?  I know one thing...I'm starting to make my list now!

The Sephora Friends and Family Sale Event 2009 occurs both in stores (store employees get cards to hand out to their friends and family) and online by using discount code FF2009 at Sephora.com .

DYSPORT - New Wrinkle Relaxing/Botulinum Toxin Treatment now available!

Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA) has been recently approved by the FDA for use in the United States for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines – the vertical lines between the eyebrows – in adult men and women 65 or younger. Dysport was previously known by the name Reloxin.

There are differences between new Dysport and market leader Botox and this article is not intended to be a substitute for asking your physician which cosmetic injectible is right for you. 

One distinction is in the time it takes for the two products to work. Dr. David Banks, dermatologist and clinical investigator for Dysport, notes that Dysport seems to take effect more quickly--within two to three days. It can take up to a week for Botox to take effect. So if you have an event where you want to see effects sooner, Dysport may be a better choice.  In clinical trials, the effects of Dysport also have been shown to last longer--four months for Dysport versus three months for Botox, although individual results may vary.

Shades by Barielle "All Lacquered Up" Nail Color Collection - Fall 2009

The Shades by Barielle Nail Color Collection for Fall 2009 represents a collaboration between celebrity manicurist Elle and Michelle Mismas, founder of the top nail beauty blog, All Lacquered Up.  The "All Lacquered Up" Collection takes trend-making to a new level, offering unexpected color combinations, glitter particle and pearl shimmer effects and a healthy 3-free formulation. 

If you've read Michelle's musings on nail polish, you know she has definite ideas on what makes a great nail polish.  I'm so thrilled that her dream has become a reality!

The All Lacquered Up Collection includes the following shades:

• Lava Rock - black and red pearl swirl
• Blackened Bleu - black with sapphire sparkle
• Falling Star - marine blue with gold glitter
• Polished Princess - safari green with copper shimmer
• Glammed Out Garnet - ruby-on-ruby sparkle
• Pin Up - tomato red shimmer
• Out-Grey-Geous - silver shimmer
• U-Concrete-Me - steely gray
• Putt-E-On-Me - classic clay
• Slate of Affairs - worn denim
• Make it a Latte - chocolate cream with golden highlights
• Get Mauve-ing - muted mauve

Michelle's goal was "To infuse the collection with what we saw at Fashion Week: a retro tomato red lip at Twinkle; the luxe browns, mauves and steel blues of Reem Acra; the recurring palettes of chic grays from designers like Badgley Mischka.” 

Celebrity Manicurist Elle says, "For this collection, we were excited to collaborate with Michelle on reinventing colors and textures to come up with something totally new for nails—this collection boasts unique twists on colors and combinations that are truly firsts for the industry.” 

The Shades by Barielle "All Lacquered Up" Nail Collection will retail at $8.00 and be available at Barielle.com in mid-August.  Shades by Barielle is free of formaldehyde, toluene and dibutyl-phthalate. Women can also safely use Barielle products throughout pregnancy.

Lancome Boutique Friends and Family Event!

Calling all beauty junkies in New York, New Jersey, California and Texas!  Lancome Boutiques are offering an exclusive Friends & Family discount!

Enjoy 20% off the makeup you love at the Lancome boutiques. This is a great opportunity to stock up on your favorite products or try something new, such as the limited-edition fall collection, Declaring Indigo.  My recommendation is to try Genfique Youth Activating Concentrate.  It's my one of my favorite Lancome products.  Another fave?  The new Oscillation Powerbooster Lash Primer.

To get the Lancome Boutique Friends and Family discount, print off the invite (above) and bring it with you to one of the boutiques between 8/01/09 – 8/08/09. Go to www.lancomeboutique.com for a location near you.  And FYI--this discount is not valid at any other Lancome locations, counters or lancome-usa.com.

Beauty411 Named Top 50 Beauty Blog by Konector!

Beauty411 was recently named a Top 50 Beauty Blog by Konector, a company that analyzes online influence.  An article in the July 24, 2009 online edition of Women's Wear Daily also discussed the report and the impact of beauty bloggers.

This is amazing news and I'm tremendously honored to be in such great company.  Many of the other blogs/bloggers listed in the Top 50 Beauty Blog report are friends and mentors.  My heartfelt congratulations goes out to each of them.

This has been an exciting year of growth at Beauty411, where it's my goal to bring you the best in makeup, skincare, fragrance and all things beauty.

Thanks to everyone who reads Beauty411.  I appreciate and value your support!

 

Estee Lauder "America's Night to Repair" Advanced Night Repair Promotion

Estee Lauder will be giving away a FREE 10 day supply of New Advanced Night Repair on Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 from 5-9 PM.  This skincare giveaway will take place at Estee Lauder makeup counters across the country.  This offer is good for one night only, while supplies last, one to a customer.  No coupon is necessary.  You can find additional information at www.esteelauder.com.

Complete information on the new Advanced Night Repair formula will be coming later this week on Beauty411.  Check it out!

Trish McEvoy Power of Makeup Classes - July 2009

Trish McEvoy's specially trained makeup artists will be at a Nordstrom location near you this month to teach Power of Makeup Classes.

There is nothing like getting a professional makeup lesson and this is an opportunity to learn tips and techniques from a group makeup artist.  In addition, Trish McEvoy's makeup artists will be sharing new product information.

Classes will be held in Nordstrom stores across the country from July 17 through August 1st.  To reserve a spot in a Trish McEvoy Power of Makeup Class or for more information, contact the Trish McEvoy counter at your local Nordstrom.

Presale Info: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Exclusives Event 2009

Beauty Addicts...It's time for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Exclusives Presale Event!  Starting today, you can go online to NORDSTROM.com or stop into Nordstrom stores to pre-order and reserve your favorite Anniversary Sale Beauty Exclusive offerings.  I'm definitely in trouble, as the makeup offerings look great.

Here are some of my early beauty picks:

 

Laura Mercier Renaissance Collection:  Laura Mercier created an exclusive set featuring seven must-have items in the hottest shades of the season, all housed in a chic patent cosmetic bag.  $65  (a $167 value)

MAC Look In a Box:  This set of six products gives makeup lovers everything they need to create a sultry, sexy look.  Choose from Seductress, Siren or Sweet Tease.  $49.50  (a $100 value).  MAC will also have brush sets available ($ 49.50, a $125 value), 2 eye palettes (warm and cool) and a lip palette.