Perfect St. Patrick's Day polish and more!

St. Patrick's day is just around the corner and I've found the perfect polish that will look great on anyone's nails!

Rimmel offers nice nail polish choices in some great colors.  I enjoy their formula and brushes.  This one is no exception. 

Rimmel's Lasting Finish Pro in Rags to Riches

Check out Rimmel's Lasting Finish Pro in Rags to Riches.  It's a great green with slight gold shimmer.  Perfect even if you are Irish or not!  You can find Lasting Finish Pro at your drugstore for around $4.99/ea.

I picked up a few Revlon eyeliners and a new mascara yesterday.  Revlon's Colorstay Liquid Liner in Black Brown ($7.99), Covergirl's Lashblash 24hr mascara in Very Black ($8.99) and Revlon's Luxurious Color Smoky Crayon in Bronze Smoke ($9.99).

Brush applicator for Revlon's Colorstay Liquid Liner

I found Revlon's Colorstay liner to last all day today and that the color choice was perfect.  Sometimes black liner is too severe and this liner in Black Brown was the perfect choice.  I loved the small brush and the formula dried quickly.  It's now after 10pm and my liner is still there!

Covergirl's Lashblast 24hr mascara brush

I love the original Lashblast and the Lashblast Fusion, so I was excited to try this mascara.  I wore it today and it was okay.  Just okay.  The original Lashblast didn't smudge or transfer but with this formula I did notice some transferring below.  The formula is nice but it doesn't volumize or lengthen as much as I would like.  So far the mascara is still there but so are my "raccoon eyes".

Revlon's Luxurious Color Smoky Crayon in Bronze Smoke

This item was a last minute purchase I made and I'm glad I did.  I used it today on my waterline with no problems.  Revlon's Luxurious Smoky Crayon went on smoothly, didn't tug and lasted longer than expected.  I haven't tried it on my upper lids yet but I think this would be a great overall liner and a nice choice is you are a fan of NYX's jumbo eye pencils. 

Swatches of Revlon's Luxurious smoky crayon (top) and Revlon's Colorstay liner (bottom)

L-R- Kleancolor's Sugar Burst sheer gloss, Santee's Water Shine Liquid gloss in #03 and Hollywood Beauty's Hydrating Hair Mask with Argan Oil

I also want to mention 3 new purchases from my local beauty supply store I made recently.  I picked up two super-cheap ($1.99/ea) lip gloss tubes.  One is a sheer pink and the other is shimmery orange/coral shade.  Both are super shiny and you can't beat the price.

I also picked up a jar of Hollywood Beauty's Hydrating Hair Mask with Argan Oil.  If you remember I purchased a few months ago Hollywood Beauty's Smoothing Hair Creme with Argan Oil (click here to see post).  I liked the results the hair creme gave me so I hope the hair mask gives great results as well.  You get 7.5oz for $8.99. 

Adrienne Vittadini Velma flats

I also wanted to share a great deal that I picked up from Marshalls recently.  I really enjoy the Adrienne Vittadini label and I was pleased to see these embellished flats for only $39 down from $80!  I think these champagne colored flats will look great dressed up or down.  I've already worn them to work and I must say they are very comfortable!

One last thing...look at this cutie I found in my office.  I just love ladybugs!

I'm baaaack!

I'm back and it feels good!  I'm excited to start blogging again!

I apologize for my absence but I promise I had a valid excuse!  My home computer crashed and my only internet connection was my iphone for the past two months!  Finally the computer gods looked favorably on me and blessed my husband with the ability to fix our computer...all without a trip to the computer doctor!  Good news is that I am back.  Bad news is I am going to annoy you with a lot of posts, lol!

Since I've been gone for over two months, I wanted to catch everyone up on some items I have been loving lately.  I plan to do a "Best of 2011" post soon but here are some products that I've enjoyed since I posted last. 

First and foremost, where would have I been without my iPhone?  Without my home computer working, my iPhone was my ONLY connection to the internet and if you know me, I LOVE spending time online.   

I also have to mention my love affair with Bath and Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom scent.  It is one of those scents that I don't tire of.  It's soft, sexy and it makes me happy!  Lately I've been addicted to BBW and their 3 wick candles too.  I think I currently have about 10 in my house so my collection was not complete without a Japanese Cherry Blossom one!  I have really enjoyed the Japanese Cherry Blossom candle and fragrance mist.  You can find the candle at BBW for $19.50 and the fragrance mist for $12.00

Another favorite of mine that I recently discovered is Clarisonic thanks to QVC and I think I'm in love.  If you are not familiar with Clarisonic, it is a facial cleansing brush that utilizes a rotating brush head.  I usually use mine in the shower since they are waterproof.  I wet my face, apply my favorite facial cleanser (Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Cleanser) and use the Clarisonic all over.  I even use the Clarisonic on my hands, décolleté and elbows.  I notice that the Clarisonic has given me smoother skin in just a few weeks.  I can't wait to see how my skin will look over time.  I plan to do a full review soon.  I found my Clarisonic Mia 2 on QVC however they are currently sold out.  You can purchase a Mia 2 (or another model) at www.sephora.com for $149.00.  To learn more about the Clarisonic or to purchase, go to www.clarisonic.com

Of course a list of my current favorites would not be complete without listing some makeup and hair items.  I am loving my Laura Geller Bronze n Brighten like always.  It gives me a great glow that goes a long way during these dull winter months.  A foundation that I really want to share is Rimmel's Lasting Finish 25 hour foundation.  I chose the shade Soft Beige.  It really covers nicely, lasts a LONG time and goes on flawlessly.  I find that this foundation rivals many department store brands.  The good news is that it costs around $7.50! 

In addition to my bronzer and foundation, I have enjoyed a blush combination that really warms up my face but helps contour my cheekbones.  I have been using NARS' Lovejoy blush in the hollows of my cheeks then topping the apples of my cheeks with NYX's Terra Cotta blush.  Lovejoy is a gorgeous, bronzed rose which flatters many skin tones.  Terra Cotta is a warm, bronzed peachy shade that offers a nice shimmer.  Both colors together create a great look that warms up the face but looks natural.

Lastly I've enjoyed Korres lip butter in Guava, Urban Decay's 24/7 liner in Baked and One n Only's Argan Oil.  Urban Decay's Baked liner compliments my brown eyes and helps them to "pop".  I love pairing this liner with MAC's Woodwinked eyeshadow.  Korres lip butter helps my lips stay moisturized and One n Only's Argan oil is a cheaper but wonderful alternative to Morrocan Oil.  I usually apply argan oil in the cooler months to my hair when it is still wet after I shampoo.  Since I have somewhat oily roots, I focus the oil toward the ends of my hair.  I then comb my hair and blow dry.  The argan oil moisturizes my hair, leaves it smooth and helps keep it straight.  You can find Urban Decay's 24/7 liners at Ulta for $18, Korres Lip butters at Ulta for $12 and One n Only's Argan Oil at Sally's for $9.49.

~~~~~~~~~~~Elf Blush~~~~~~~~~~~

Top L-R-Tickled Pink, Pink Passion, Mellow Mauve

Bottom L-R-Gotta Glow, Blushing Rose, Fuchsia Fusion

Right after Thanksgiving I decided that I needed more blush shades to play with.  I have a crap ton of blush already but I wanted to experiment with other colors.  The best way to play with color is to try shades that won't break the bank.  Elf (eyeslipsface) is a great brand to try out if you haven't already.  I really enjoy their blushes, brushes, eye shadows and lip gloss.  Many of their products are only a $1 and for just two more dollars you can try their Studio Line which is a great deal.  I ordered 6 blushes from their studio line and since they only cost $3 a pop, I don't feel very guilty!  So far I have enjoyed Mellow Mauve, Blushing Rose and Pink Passion.  Gotta Glow is a golden highlighter and it seems to work very nicely.  Tickled Pink is a little too light for my skin tone and Fuchsia Fusion is a bit glittery for my taste.  Overall I am very pleased with my choices.  You can purchase Elf lip gloss and eyeshadow at Target and Kmart.  You can purchase the whole product line at www.eyeslipsface.com

~~~~~~~~~~~Boscia Eye Treatment~~~~~~~~~~~

The last product I want to mention is one I just purchased.  A while back I received a bag of samples from Ulta and there was a sample of Boscia's Enlivening Amino-AG Eye Treatment to try.  I really enjoyed the sample so I decided to purchase a full size.  The box states that the silky gel-cream will help moisturize the eye area and reduce puffiness and dark circles.  I hope this eye treatment works and I'll keep you posted with any results I may have.  You can find Boscia's eye treatment at Ulta for $38.00 for 0.5 fl. oz.