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Earth Day! Eco-friendly Beauty Products

What are you doing to take care of mother earth? There are so many things we can do such as recycle, support eco-friendly companies and buy earth friendly products. I had a chance to test out a few eco-friendly items. Each of the companies sent me the products to test out.  I love all of them. Here are my thoughts on Pacifica’s new natural mineral make-up and skin care collection, blow pro hair products and Desert Essence products (which is offering free shipping on their web site for all orders today for Earth Day!)

Desert Essence – from their bath and body line is the wonderful smelling coconut body wash and moisturizer. For only $8.99 the body wash is so soothing and the hand and body lotion is just as decadent.  Ingredients include Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Shea Butter and Organic Jojoba Oil. Of course the products are formulated without Parabens, Sodium Lauryl/Laureth, Sulfates, Phthalates and Artificial Colors and no Animal Testing. We *heart* this company!

Blow Pro – Blow Pro products are a dream come true. Back in 2005, blow® opened the world’s very first blow dry bar in Manhattan. They then created & launched blowpro® products in 2008 to give better blow dry results at home. The products are free of harsh sulfates, parabens & sodium chloride. We loved the conditioner and the straight to the point styling cream. It made morning blow outs much easier.  I have been looking for a dry shampoo that had less chemicals in it and found it in the faux dry shampoo. Ladies, you really should not be washing your hair every day and this product will hold you over until you wash your hair! The blow out spray is light and refreshing.

Pacifica’s new natural mineral make-up and skin care – The good karma skin care set is the one to get if you like to test out products and don’t want the commitment. But believe me you will want to order all of these essentials in full size!  The kit comes with face wash, day and night cream, a BB cream(hard to find in a natural, chemical free version) and their color quench lip tint (smells so good in guava berry) I loved this company from day one. I was looking for a more natural perfume for my two tween girls and bought the Island Vanilla in the roller ball. Then I went on to buy for myself the body wash, lotion, spray perfume, soap and I especially love the solid perfume for travel. I just noticed they have the reed diffuser for the home and candles which are USA made. Oh my, a must get for me!  Another one of my favorites is the Indian Coconut Nectar as it is a perfect scent for the summer! The value collection set is great and you can layer the products. All the skin care and color is formulated without phthalates, parabens, sulfates, propylene glycol, benzene, GMOs, mineral oil, petroleum, peanut oil and triclosan!

Disclosure: The above companies sent me each of the products to test out. All opinions are my own.

Blow Pro Products

Desert Essence Products

Pacifica Products
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Earth Day! Eco-friendly Beauty Products

What are you doing to take care of mother earth? There are so many things we can do such as recycle, support eco-friendly companies and buy earth friendly products. I had a chance to test out a few eco-friendly items. Each of the companies sent me the products to test out.  I love all of them. Here are my thoughts on Pacifica’s new natural mineral make-up and skin care collection, blow pro hair products and Desert Essence products (which is offering free shipping on their web site for all orders today for Earth Day!)

Desert Essence – from their bath and body line is the wonderful smelling coconut body wash and moisturizer. For only $8.99 the body wash is so soothing and the hand and body lotion is just as decadent.  Ingredients include Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Shea Butter and Organic Jojoba Oil. Of course the products are formulated without Parabens, Sodium Lauryl/Laureth, Sulfates, Phthalates and Artificial Colors and no Animal Testing. We *heart* this company!

Blow Pro – Blow Pro products are a dream come true. Back in 2005, blow® opened the world’s very first blow dry bar in Manhattan. They then created & launched blowpro® products in 2008 to give better blow dry results at home. The products are free of harsh sulfates, parabens & sodium chloride. We loved the conditioner and the straight to the point styling cream. It made morning blow outs much easier.  I have been looking for a dry shampoo that had less chemicals in it and found it in the faux dry shampoo. Ladies, you really should not be washing your hair every day and this product will hold you over until you wash your hair! The blow out spray is light and refreshing.

Pacifica’s new natural mineral make-up and skin care – The good karma skin care set is the one to get if you like to test out products and don’t want the commitment. But believe me you will want to order all of these essentials in full size!  The kit comes with face wash, day and night cream, a BB cream(hard to find in a natural, chemical free version) and their color quench lip tint (smells so good in guava berry) I loved this company from day one. I was looking for a more natural perfume for my two tween girls and bought the Island Vanilla in the roller ball. Then I went on to buy for myself the body wash, lotion, spray perfume, soap and I especially love the solid perfume for travel. I just noticed they have the reed diffuser for the home and candles which are USA made. Oh my, a must get for me!  Another one of my favorites is the Indian Coconut Nectar as it is a perfect scent for the summer! The value collection set is great and you can layer the products. All the skin care and color is formulated without phthalates, parabens, sulfates, propylene glycol, benzene, GMOs, mineral oil, petroleum, peanut oil and triclosan!

Disclosure: The above companies sent me each of the products to test out. All opinions are my own.

Blow Pro Products

Desert Essence Products

Pacifica Products
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Trends in Spring Make-Up

I love the springtime with the bright make-up colors. This spring it is very bright and if you are looking to add a few items to your make-up bag , here are my top three suggestions:

1.  Orange lip color – This is the new red. It flatters almost anyone too. M.A.C. has always been a favorite of mine but this new line from Hourglass is all natural so I love it.

2.  Blue and green eye make-up – think sea foam and turquoise colors.  If you can’t imagine putting on a blue/green shadow, start off slowly with a thin eye liner.

3. Neutral nails – Try to find a shade that is closest to your skin tone.  I love the OPI shades and the names crack me up as well like, My Vampire is Buff.  As for the shape of nails – no more square! A rounded shape is always in!

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School Vacation Week! Traveling? @target soniakushuk cosmetics bag

It’s February school vacation week! My kids love to pack and have several bags packed days ahead of time. (I guess you could say one for each day) It looks like we are going away for a week! But just a couple days.  I am a sucker for any travel bag and whenever I see a small case, zippered compartment tote or make-up bag that works I have to get it.  But over the years some just don’t work quite right. I found this small train case cosmetics bag at Target by Sonia Kashuk and it functions brilliantly. One side is for brushes, eyeliner and lipliners and the other deeper side is perfect for the rest. Plus there is no digging as you can see everything. I like when I find a deal that works well and this “snakeskin” small cosmetics bag just works.

 

All packed days in advance

My newest make-up case

 

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School Vacation Week! Traveling? @target soniakushuk cosmetics bag

It’s February school vacation week! My kids love to pack and have several bags packed days ahead of time. (I guess you could say one for each day) It looks like we are going away for a week! But just a couple days.  I am a sucker for any travel bag and whenever I see a small case, zippered compartment tote or make-up bag that works I have to get it.  But over the years some just don’t work quite right. I found this small train case cosmetics bag at Target by Sonia Kashuk and it functions brilliantly. One side is for brushes, eyeliner and lipliners and the other deeper side is perfect for the rest. Plus there is no digging as you can see everything. I like when I find a deal that works well and this “snakeskin” small cosmetics bag just works.

 

All packed days in advance

My newest make-up case

 

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Events makeup

Turkey Day, Black Friday! Plus @drydivas @tartecosmetics

This week on the trendymommies.com 980 WCAP-AM segment we talked turkey day and Black Friday!  Plus each week for the holiday season I am going to talk about some great finds for holidays gifts and must have items for moms during this busy holiday season.

First up is my all time favorite cosmetics line tarte cosmetics and their cute holiday kits. I love the lip surgence trio and their baby it’s bold outside lip glosses kit.  These kits are a must have for any busy mom as you can put a few in the car, a few in your make-up bag so you are never without lip gloss!  Check out their site as they have 30 gifts under $30.  Tarte cosmetics is a cruelty-free cosmetics line and their products are formulated without parabens, mineral oil, phthalates or sodium lauryl sulfate.

I wash my hair every other day, but I of course take a shower every day!  For the longest time I have been using a towel to cover my hair (especially after a good blow out) and usually wind up with a soaked towel.  I just discovered the Dry Divas Designer Shower Cap! (the company is sending me one to try out so I will have a review soon). They have so many fun, bright patterns to chose from it makes covering up your hair a snap!   Many celebrities are fans and the ribbon clip makes wearing these caps a fun touch.

Look out for these products and more on my upcoming TV segments as well.

Disclosure:  The companies listed above sent me products to review. All opinions are my own.

WCAP11.20

 

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Activity mat, make-up case, carryall in one? @layngo

Looking for a new make-up bag or storage for your kids Legos? Try the Lay-n-Go! Lay-n-go is a 5 foot diameter activity mat that coverts to a satchel allowing for quick and easy clean up of toys. There is a smaller Lay-n-Go Lite which is a smaller, personal activity mat and a Lay-n-Go “cosmo” cosmetics bag. It is great for storing small items and for on the go activities where you need a mat too. They call it their activity mat, cleanup, carryall and storage solution in one (yeah, finally!)  This was a great solution for me as most days I am dumping the contents of my make-up case on the bed, counter or wherever I am to do my make-up. It wipes clean and is a much more functional cosmetics bag. Plus, perfect for those annoying little toys like polly pockets!

 

New and improved make-up bag!

Disclosure: the company sent me the Lay-n-Go cosmo for review. All opinions are my own.

 

 

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Activity mat, make-up case, carryall in one? @layngo

Looking for a new make-up bag or storage for your kids Legos? Try the Lay-n-Go! Lay-n-go is a 5 foot diameter activity mat that coverts to a satchel allowing for quick and easy clean up of toys. There is a smaller Lay-n-Go Lite which is a smaller, personal activity mat and a Lay-n-Go “cosmo” cosmetics bag. It is great for storing small items and for on the go activities where you need a mat too. They call it their activity mat, cleanup, carryall and storage solution in one (yeah, finally!)  This was a great solution for me as most days I am dumping the contents of my make-up case on the bed, counter or wherever I am to do my make-up. It wipes clean and is a much more functional cosmetics bag. Plus, perfect for those annoying little toys like polly pockets!

 

New and improved make-up bag!

Disclosure: the company sent me the Lay-n-Go cosmo for review. All opinions are my own.

 

 

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makeup Products Travel

Activity mat, make-up case, carryall in one? @layngo

Looking for a new make-up bag or storage for your kids Legos? Try the Lay-n-Go! Lay-n-go is a 5 foot diameter activity mat that coverts to a satchel allowing for quick and easy clean up of toys. There is a smaller Lay-n-Go Lite which is a smaller, personal activity mat and a Lay-n-Go “cosmo” cosmetics bag. It is great for storing small items and for on the go activities where you need a mat too. They call it their activity mat, cleanup, carryall and storage solution in one (yeah, finally!)  This was a great solution for me as most days I am dumping the contents of my make-up case on the bed, counter or wherever I am to do my make-up. It wipes clean and is a much more functional cosmetics bag. Plus, perfect for those annoying little toys like polly pockets!

 

New and improved make-up bag!

Disclosure: the company sent me the Lay-n-Go cosmo for review. All opinions are my own.

 

 

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@AnisaIntl Make-up Brushes

When you have nice make-up brushes it makes all the difference. Over the years I have collected a few but never before have I seen a nice pair that lasts.  Until now – The Precious Elements Collection Features 24k Gold and Sterling Silver Infused Fibers by Adesign. This cutting edge make-up brush collection looks beautiful yet is functional and I guarantee you will love it!  The kit manufactured by Anisa International, the leading cosmetics brush design and manufacturer, has 24k gold and sterling silver infused fibers and is an industry breakthrough, combining advanced technology, professional quality and true luxury style.  The Precious Elements collection comes in a very nice sleek, black carrying case, and it features three brushes including a powder brush, an angled cheek brush and a flat foundation brush. See the difference for yourself!

 

Disclosure: the company sent me the kit to review. All opinions are my own

 

The Best Make-Up Brush Kit!