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Christmas gifts under $25 for everyone on your list!

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Dec. 13, 2011   2 Comments  

It’s that time of year again! The malls are bustling with shoppers frantically trying to find the perfect gift for that special someone on their Christmas list. This year, you can save time and money by referring to the following gift list:

 

  • Olivia Garden ThermoActive Ionic Boar Combo Brushes – The first completely vented 100% natural boar bristle ionic thermal round brush made with patented technologies. The brush makes for easier and better styling with total hair tension control. It also allows for unrestricted airflow which enables both sides of a hair strand to be shaped simultaneously. Olivia Garden’s ThermoActive Ionic Boar Combo brushes are available in five sizes: 1¾” (SRP: $18.25), 2¼” ($18.25), 2½” ($21.55), 3” ($21.55) and 3½” ($23.25).  Available at Ulta stores nationwide and Ulta.com.

  • Bath By Bettijo Tub Teas – These tub teas will transform an ordinary bathtub into an herbal oasis. Choose from soothing lavender chamomile or relaxing eucalyptus spearmint (each come with a tea infuser). Bath by Bettijo’s Tub Teas can also be used for at-home facial steams. Good for 30 soaks. SRP: $24 each at bathbybettijo.com

  • Exceptional Parfums Limited Edition Scented Candles – Make your house smell yummy with seasonal scents of vanilla, apple, and ginger with delicious-scented limited edition candles from Exceptional Parfums. The candles are available in four luscious scents: Apple Wood, Fresh Linen, Orange Ginger, and Vanilla Sensual. All candles are available in a 6 ounce tapered glass or 8.8 ounce tapered glass. SRP: $35, but FragranceNet.com sells them for $20.50 each for 6oz and SRP: $48, but FragranceNet.com sells them for $24.50 each for 8.8oz.

  • Clever Girl Innovations GlamEars and GlamMat – These are the perfect gifts for the ladies on your list! GlamEars are re-usable, easy to put on and remove silicone ear shields that will protect ears from hot styling tools, hair dye, and other harsh chemicals. GlamEars have a suggested retail price of $11.95 (for a set of two) and are available in pink and purple. GlamMat is a non-slip, heat-resistant silicone hot styling tool rest. They feature a specially-designed backing that safely disperses heat away from any surface the GlamMat is placed on. The raised, decorative pattern grips hot styling tools, as well as shears, color bowls, and other beauty items. The pattern helps to prevent damage from burns, drops, and spills.  Available in three colors: opaque pink, opaque purple, crystal clear and black.  GlamMats have a suggested retail price of $21.95. You can buy both online at clevergirlinnovations.com

  • Cranberry Sparkle Flutter Butter Body Butter – This is a must have for the winter! This cranberry-scented scrub removes imperfections and soothes the skin. The infusion of aloe with essential oils of apricot, sunflowers almond, jojoba, and grape seed make this body butter perfect for all skin types. It has intense moisturizing ability and soothes chronically dry, irritated areas, leaving skin feeling rich and smooth.  It’s the perfect gift for everyone, including yourself! SRP: $19.55 available at www.craterlakecompany.com.

  • Coco Penny Hair Accessories – Show off your girly side with Coco Penny’s felt, chiffon, and jersey knit hair flowers. Each hair flower is backed by an alligator clip which makes it easy to clip into your hair. The hair flowers are available in an array of colors including pink, teal, purple, yellow, gray, orange, red, and blue. The large clips have a suggested retail price of $5.50, medium clips $4.50, and small clips $3.50.  Flower sets are also available in sets of three or four; prices vary between $11.50 and $14.50 depending on the set.  All available at cocopenny.com.

  • Japonesque Touch-Up Tubes – Each touch-up tube includes 5 essential brushes in a sleek and compact case that easily fits into any bag.  Choose from Silver, Black, Pink, Green, Red, Blue, and Lavender. These are the perfect stocking stuffers!  SRP: $19 each at Ulta.com and Ulta stores.

 

I hope this list is useful for you. If you do purchase something from the list this please leave a comment below as I’d love to hear what you got! Happy Holidays and MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

 

 

 

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Naked Gems Collection by Gemvara.com

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Nov. 29, 2011   Leave a Comment  

Gemvara.com is a fine jewelry e-tailer that is based in Boston, Massachusetts. It was launched in March 2010 by 26-year-old Babson College graduate, Matt Lauzon. What sets Gemvara apart from other fine jewelers you ask? The ability to customize over 1,500 original designs with 26 different gems and 8 precious metals. Gemvara allows you to create jewelry that is not only unique, but has a personal touch. Traditional jewelry stores limit their customers to the jewelry that are in the cases, but Gemvara has no inventory. Instead, each piece of jewelry is handcrafted in the United States as soon as an order comes in. Their website has the ability to swap out gems and metals in order for customers to get a real idea as to how their finished creation will look. The price of the piece is reflected each time an option is changed.

Just a few weeks ago, Gemvara.com launched The Naked Gems Collection, a sexy, stylish assortment of bold, statement-making earrings, pendants, and rings. This collection can also be customized with 26 gems and 8 precious metals. Prices start around $250 and go up to thousands of dollars depending on the gem and metal combination you choose. The Naked Gems Collection was designed by Corinne Grousbeck, VP, Brand Marketing for Gemvara.com and wife of Celtics co-owner, Wyc Grousbeck.

Each order takes approximately 2-3 weeks for creation and shipment. For more information, please check out www.Gemvara.com

 

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BombayFashions.com Giveaway! (closed)

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Nov. 16, 2011   6 Comments  

Calling all fashionistas and all you accessory lovers, it is time for another GIVEAWAY!! Today’s giveaway is actually a first for Cherry Bomb Beauty because I’ve never featured anything fashion related on my blog before.

BombayFashions.com is a premier online one-stop destination for affordable fashion jewelry and accessories. Recently introduced to BombayFashions.com is the Bella Collection which features a large selection of statement necklaces, earrings, and bangles. The average price of each product is $20!

TWO lucky winners can choose from any ONE item from BombayFashions.com’s recently introduced BELLA COLLECTION. You may choose from the following: bracelets, bangles, cuffs, necklaces or earrings. Please note: the images in this post are not the only items available for the giveaway.

The contest rules are as follows (ALL rules MUST be followed in order for your entry to count):

  1. You must reside in the United States.
  2. You must answer the following question in the comments below: What is your all time favorite piece of jewelry?

The contest will run for one week and will end on Wednesday, November 23 at 11:59pm EST. Winners will be chosen using random.org. Only one entry per person. Multiple entries will not be included, but please feel free to leave other comments as well! The two winners must be willing to email me their mailing address so that your gift may be shipped to you!

*FTC Disclaimer* This giveaway is being sponsored by BombayFashions.com. I am not affiliated with this company nor am I receiving any compensation or products for this giveaway.

 

 

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EMANI Drops “Minerals” From Their Brand Name

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Nov. 4, 2011   2 Comments  

Back then: About 6 years ago, my sister worked at Boston Beauty. She told me about some mineral cosmetic line that I just had to try. Mineral makeup wasn’t that popular and I wasn’t sure how I felt about loose eye shadows, but I decided to give it a try. I bought two eye shadows: yellow and a bright green. When I tried out the shadows I was in love! They weren’t messy or hard to apply and the color payoff was fantastic. The company behind the awesome eye shadows was EMANI Minerals.

Now: Due to the constant overuse of the term “minerals” in the cosmetic industry, EMANI (formerly Emani Minerals) has decided that they are dropping the word “minerals” from their brand name. This comes thirteen years after they led the mineral makeup movement.

Since there are no regulations for the definition of mineral makeup, countless companies use the words “mineral” and “mineralized” as an advertising ploy. Over 169 million women in North America wear “mineral” makeup, many of which aren’t aware of the real ingredients that they are applying to their face daily.

Here are some of the ingredients that EMANI uses in their products versus what other companies use (EMANI ingredients are listed in bold):

  • Grapefruit extract vs. Isopropyl and Triclosan
  • Green Tea vs. Petrolatum
  • Honeysuckle vs. Talc, Paraben or Nitrosodiethanolamine
  • 100% Organic Flower Oils vs. Mineral oil and butylated hydroxytoluene

Talc is often found in cosmetics (eye shadows, blush, face powders, etc.) because it is very inexpensive which often times makes it the number one ingredient in most cosmetic products. Why is talc bad for you? It has been shown to cause tumors in the ovaries and lungs of cancer victims. If we know this, why is talc still being used in so many cosmetics?

Since the average woman uses over 12 products a day she is then exposed to over 200 chemicals! EMANI has chosen to use the FEWEST ingredients possible in each product they create. This makes EMANI the perfect choice for someone prone to allergies, has sensitive skin, and/or wants to slow down the aging process. EMANI’s eye shadow uses only 9 pure, natural ingredients while other leading brands use an average of 26 questionable ingredients in their eye shadows alone.

Michelle Doan, EMANI founder, lifetime entrepreneur, and mother, refuses to compromise her company’s integrity by using harsh chemicals and fillers in her products. Therefore, EMANI formulates their entire line of vegan and natural cosmetics to be high-performing all while reducing skin allergy risks. Not only has EMANI been successful in removing dangerous pollutants from their cosmetics, they are constantly improving business practices in order to help the environment by minimizing their carbon footprint and potential waste in landfills. To ensure this, EMANI uses both biodegradable and recyclable product packaging materials.

Being green, natural, and vegan doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice being sexy and glamorous. EMANI is known for having a line of show-stopping cosmetics that range from flawless-skin foundations to runway-ready eye, lip, and cheek colors. If you want to look and feel gorgeous while being socially and environmentally conscious, then EMANI is the right brand for you!

For more information about EMANI, please go to their website www.emani.com. You can purchase their products on their website, at Boston Beauty, and other fine international beauty retailers.

 

**Thank you to CLD PR for providing me with the information and the images.**

 

 

 

 

 

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Curél® Itch Defense® Review

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Oct. 30, 2011   2 Comments  

With so many different brands of lotion on the market it can be overwhelming to decide which one will best fit your specific needs. Of course you will read each bottle in an attempt to figure out which one will cure your symptoms, but ultimately you’re taking a chance on something that you hope will work. I’ve been given the opportunity to try Curél’s® Itch Defense® lotion and am here to share my findings with you.

Curel Itch Defense Lotion

First, here are some important things you should know about Curél® Itch Defense® Lotion (this information has been provided to me):

1.      1.  The breakthrough formula rebalances four essential components of healthy skin which includes the following:

·         Ceramides: Restores skin’s barrier function and regulates skin’s ability to hold moisture

·         pH Levels: Brings pH to a healthy level to bring skin back into balance

·         Moisture Levels: Contains humectants to boost moisturization and emollients to leave skin feeling protected

·         Cellular Turnover: Minimizes dry, flaky skin and smoothes skin surface balancing the dry skin cycle

2.      2.  Used to relieve dry, itchy skin. It helps to control flare ups and helps to keep irritation from coming back by rebalancing the skin.

3.      3.  It has passed 8 different safety tests. It is dermatologist-recommended, pediatrician-tested, and allergist-tested. It has been granted the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance™.

4.      4.  Is safe enough to use on babies 6 months and older.

Less is definitely more when it comes to this lotion. The first time I used it I had so much lotion on my body that when I got into bed my sheets started to absorb the lotion. This had absolutely nothing to do with the lotion itself, I just used way too much. Luckily, the lotion didn’t alter the color of my sheets or leave any stains behind.

Every time I use this lotion I am amazed at how it works. My hands had gotten dry to the point where I could see my skin starting to flake. I applied Curél’s® Itch Defense® Lotion and instantly felt the relief. How the lotion feels when it is first applied is a bit hard to describe – originally I thought it felt thick and that it was going to be greasy, but the more I rubbed my hands together I started to realize that it’s quite lightweight and very moisturizing. My skin absorbs the lotion and there is no greasy film or stickiness left behind. Only soft, smooth hands. I can’t stop rubbing my hands together because they feel so soft! I also don’t have to wait for my hands to dry before touching anything which is a huge plus! Although scented lotions can be fun, I am glad that this one is fragrance-free. I’d rather use a lotion that does what it says it will than one that smells yummy and under performs.

I think Curél® Itch Defense® Lotion works like a charm. I don’t suffer from eczema or overly dry, itchy skin, but my skin is quite sensitive and it tends to go out of whack when the seasons change. This will definitely be my go to lotion for the winter! This lotion isn’t something that you use once and you are automatically cured of your skin dilemma, but I can see how it can fix your skin after continued use.

For $7.99 you get 13fl oz of lotion and I think it is worth every penny! I definitely recommend this product to anyone who suffers from dry, irritated skin regardless of what causes it. Click here to find where to buy Curel® Itch Defense ® lotion and other products by Curel®.

I hope that my review has helped you in your decision to buying lotion. If you have used this product please leave a comment below as I would like to know what you think about this product.

*FTC Disclaimer* This product was given to me, free, for review. I am not affiliated with this company nor am I receiving any compensation for my review. Everything posted here is my honest opinion.

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Update: How to Wash Your Brushes!

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Oct. 13, 2011   2 Comments  

I know I talked about how to keep your brushes clean before, but I recently came across a video that I wanted to share with you. Whenever I washed my foundation brushes, even my eyeliner brushes, I would get really annoyed because it seemed like the makeup would never come off the brush. I tried different shampoos, but it didn’t help. I read somewhere that you can use olive oil, but that only made my brushes really greasy and even harder to rinse clean.

The video I am sharing with you combines two methods: soap and olive oil. The soap deep cleans while the olive oil conditions the bristles so that they don’t dry out! Such an amazing idea and the best part is that it works! I tried this method last week and I must say I actually enjoyed washing my brushes.

The video is by Michelle Phan, who is very well known on YouTube. I hope you enjoy this video and I hope you will try this awesome technique.

Just click on the link to watch the video: Squeaky Clean Brushes!

Also, if you are looking for awesome brushes that won’t break the bank you should go here. I promise you won’t be disappointed!

What method of washing brushes works best for you? If you’ve tried the soap/olive oil method, do you like it? Comment below, I’d love to get your in

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And the Winners Are . . .

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Sept. 30, 2011   Leave a Comment  

Thank you to everyone who entered my Curèl giveaway, I appreciate all of the support. In order to be as fair as possible only those who followed ALL of the rules were actually eligible to be entered into the giveaway. With that said, only 4 people were able to win the lotion. Since I have 4 bottles of Curèl to give away, all 4 eligible participants are winners!

The winners are:

  1. Jenniffer
  2. Charissa
  3. Kristy
  4. Amanda

Congratulations ladies!! Please email me with your name and shipping information so that I may get your lotion out to you. You have 24 hours to send me an email or else you will forfeit your prize.

Thanks again to everyone who entered! I will be hosting another giveaway soon, but in the mean time I hope you continue to enjoy my blog.

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Time for a Giveaway: Curél Itch Defense® Lotion for Dry Itchy Skin

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Sept. 22, 2011   11 Comments  

Hello Beauty Lovers, it’s time for a giveaway!!

I don’t know anyone that enjoys the feeling of having dry skin. It feels tight, itchy, and painful (not to mention unattractive!). Just because you are prone to having dry skin doesn’t mean you have to live with it.

The skin care experts at Curél have concocted a lotion that is not only a must have for people who suffer from dry, itchy skin every day, but for those of us whose skin gets irritated during the colder months.

Curél Itch Defense® Lotion for Dry Itchy Skin

The following are four essential components of healthy skin that are included in Curél’s breakthrough formula:

  • Ceramides: Restores skin’s barrier function and regulates skin’s ability to hold moisture
  • pH Levels: Brings pH to a healthy level to bring skin back into balance
  • Mositure Levels: Contains humectants to boost moisturization and emollients to leave skin feeling protected
  • Cellular Turnover: Minimizes dry, flaky skin and smoothes skin surface balancing the dry skin cycle
Itch Defense® instantly relieves your skin and with continued use it will help to control flare ups all while rebalancing your skin. The best part about this lotion is that it is dermatologist-recommended, pediatrician-tested (good for babies 6 months and up), allergist-tested, and steroid-free. It was also granted the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance™.

The retail value is $7.99 for 13FL OZ.

I am lucky enough to be able to offer Curél’s Itch Defense® Lotion to my readers as a giveaway. Here are the rules:
  1. You MUST be 16 years of age or older.
  2. You MUST reside in the United States.
  3. You MUST “like” my blog on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CherryBombBeauty
  4. Please leave a comment on this post telling me what your cure for dry, itchy skin is (any comments on the Facebook page will NOT count as an entry).
  5. Only ONE entry per person regardless if you leave more than one comment.

The giveaway will be open for one week, it will end on Thursday, September 29th at 11:59 pm. The winners (there will be four of them) will be chosen by using random.org and will be announced in a NEW blog post and the winners will have 24 hours to comment on the NEW post with their email address so that I may contact them. If any of the winners do NOT contact me within 24 hours then they forfeit the prize and another winner will be chosen.

Good luck to everyone who enters!!

**Please take note of the following: All of the information mentioned about Curél Itch Defense® Lotion has been provided to me and is in no way my personal opinion. I WILL however have a review about this product coming soon, so please stay tuned if you do want to know my thoughts on this product. FTC Disclaimer: This product has been given to me, for free, to be used as a prize for my giveaway.**

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It’s a Haul #1: I’m a LUSH!

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Sept. 10, 2011   4 Comments  

No, I don’t mean I’m an alcoholic . . . I’m a Lush (or a Lushie as most people like to call themselves). After not stepping foot in a Lush store for about 2 years I decided it was time to give the store another try. I did so while in NYC for my birthday and I’ve been hooked, no wait, OBSESSED ever since! So obsessed that I’ve decided to do my first haul all about Lush!

I’d like to take a moment to let you know that I am NOT affiliated with Lush by ANY means. I am NOT being paid to express my love of this company nor do I work for them (although I’m beginning to think I should!) Lastly, ALL of these products were purchased by either me or my boyfriend, absolutely NOTHING was free!!

Now, onto the Haul!! I’m just going to do a quick run through of each product I’ve accumulated over the past month and provide you with a brief description of the benefits of each product (info is taken from Lush’s website). I’ll do reviews of my fave products in another post.

Coalface Cleanser: Helps to absorb excess sebum and acts as a mild exfoliator. Price: Approx. $11.95, depends on how much you buy in the store.

Coalface Cleanser

Herbalism Cleanser: Specifically designed to help absorb excess oils and leave the skin looking less shiny, making it great for skin on the oily side. Helps to clear up troubled spots. Price: $11.50 for 3.5oz & $28.75 for 8.8oz, depends on how much you buy in the store.

Herbalism in container

Ocean Salt Cleanser: Gives hydration back to thirsty skin, but also calms and nurtures. Ideal for blocked pores, blackheads or blemishes. Price: $19.95 for 4.2oz & $34.95 for 8.8oz.

Ocean Salt

Ultra Bland: This cream cleanser takes off make-up and cares for your face. Removes stubborn dirt and makeup. Cleanse each night, then remove with a warm cloth. Price:$15.95 for 1.5oz & $29.95 for 3.5oz.

Ultrabland

Tea Tree Water Toner:  Extremely soothing and can work wonders on troubled or oily skin. Use this throughout the day to help tackle blemishes and lift your spirits. Price: $8.95 for 3.3oz & $19.95 for 8.4oz.

Tea Tree Water

Vanishing Cream Moisturizer: If you have acne, oily skin, or spots on your T-zone, you could use a pot of Vanishing Cream. Price: $39.95 for 1.5oz.

Vanishing Cream

Soak and Float: Effective shampoo to sort out itchy flaky scalps with cade oil and lavender. Price: $10.95 for 1.9oz.

Soak and Float

Seanik Solid Shampoo:  Leaves your hair full of body with a scent of a calm ocean. Price: $10.95 for 1.9oz.

Seanik Solid Shampoo

Prince Triple Orange Blossom Shaving Cream: A sophisticated shaving cream that scents skin with bitter orange. It’s lighter than Razorantium and makes shaving a breeze. Price: $12.95 for 3.5oz & $24.95 for 7.9oz.

Prince

Dirty Springwash Shower Gel: Tingly, softening, minty shower gel for body and hair. Price: $9.95 for 3.3oz, $17.95 for 8.8oz, & $27.95 for 16.9oz.

Dirty Springwash

You Snap the Whip Body Butter: Forces your skin to submit to its pumice and charcoal cleansing regime. Your skin feels as if you’ve just peeled off the old one and revealed a sexy new one. Price: $10.95 for 3.30z.

You Snap the Whip

Catastrophe Cosmetic Fresh Face Mask: Contains beneficial antioxidants, full of vitamins and minerals which reduce inflammation, and it has an antiseptic effect. Must be kept cold! Price: $6.95 for 2.1oz.

Catastrophe Cosmetic

Cosmetic Warrior Fresh Face Mask: Some ingredients include fresh garlic, tea tree essential oil, deep cleansing kaolin, and fresh grapes. Works as an antiseptic to help clear up breakouts. Must be kept cold! Price: $6.95 for 2.1oz.

Cosmetic Warrior

Shampoo Bar Tin: Keeps your shampoo bar (and the rest of the contents in your bag) safe when traveling. Price: $3.95.

Shampoo Bar Tin

Body Butter Tin: A safe haven for body butters to rest and travel in. Price: $3.95.

Body Butter Tin

As you can tell, I wasn’t exaggerating when I said that I am OBSESSED with this store! I’ve been to Lush 4 times in the past month. I can’t say enough great things about this store. If you live in Mass, the Lush in Natick and Peabody are amazing including the staff (I haven’t been to the other locations in Mass, but I’m sure they’re just as awesome). I should probably buy stock in Lush . . . either that or just work there to pay for my obsession.

So tell me, what’s in your LUSH haul?!

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How to Take Care of Your Lips!

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Dec. 21, 2010   Leave a Comment  

Dry, chapped and cracked lips can happen any time during the year, but for most people problematic lips occur often during the winter. Think about it…exposure to wind and the cold as well as heat can irritate the thin skin on your lips.

There are plenty of different methods as well as treatments to rid yourself of chapped lips, but you don’t need to spend a ton of money to get great results. In fact, you probably have all of these items sitting at home.

This post is going to be a first for Cherry Bomb Beauty, because I will not be the one telling you how to fix your lips. I found a great video on YouTube by Josh aka Petrilude and he will be the one explaining how to take care of your lips. I hope you enjoy the video!

How I Take Care of My Lips

If you have any tips or tricks on how you take care of your lips I would love to hear from you! Also, if you have tried Josh’s regimen please share your results.!

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