Spa Look does it again, TWO more beauty gadgets to tempt me!

I love gadgets of all kinds, always want to get the latest cell phone, the little Flip video...but most of all, I love beauty gadgets! And, SpaLook never ceases to amaze me with their beauty gadget offerings! Here are two that I really want to try...The Baby Quasar and the Baby Quasar Baby Blue!


Here is what SpaLook has to say about the Baby Quasar: Baby Quasar is an advanced light-therapy tool built on the belief that beautiful skin begins within. An effective treatment for visible signs of aging (wrinkles and lack of firmness), acne, discoloration, inflammation and other skin problems on the face and body, it uses four different red and infrared wavelengths and patent-pending SequePulse technology to stimulate cellular activity, circulation and collagen and effectively address skin concerns.

With over 90% of light-therapy, or photo-rejuventation, clients seeing immediate results, this safe and painless treatment is a truly remarkable answer to some of life's most common skin care problems. Used by aestheticians, cosmetologists, spas and salons to correct the effects of sun damage, age spots, acne, rosacea, eczema and psoriasis, this miniature version of professional models is easy to use, painless and free of negative side effects.

Current price is $359.00 (includes 20% discount, $449.00 original price)

And, here is what SpaLook has to say about the Baby Quasar Baby Blue: Designed to complement the Baby Quasar and provide additional benefits to acne-prone skin, Baby Blue uses blue light to kill acne-causing bacteria. Like the original Baby Quasar, Baby Blue uses SequePulse, a patent-pending technology, to effectively address moderate to extreme acne on the face and body.

Baby Blue gently works to control bacteria a sebum production without the side effects commonly seen with Accutane, Retin-A or Proactive, helping to provide dramatic results without the cost and inconvenience of other anti-acne choices.

Very compact and easy to use, store and transport.

Clinical studies have shown that a combination of blue and red/infrared light provides the maximum benefit to treat inflammatory acne, so Baby Blue is most effective when use with Baby Quasar to shrink pores, diminish post-acne scarring and control oil production.

Current price is $279.00 (includes 20% discount, $349.00 original price)

SpaLook is offering some great promotions for these products as well! You will get 20% off AND a FREE Pure Silk Daily Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Formula ($60 value!) when you purchase the Baby Quasar, the Baby Blue or the "Baby Power Pack"! The power pack includes BOTH Quasar products for only $599.00 PLUS Free Shipping!

If you would like to learn more about the anti-aging and acne solutions from Baby Quasar, or about additional products from SpaLook, click on this image for more information, or to start shopping today!

Givenchy Le Soin Noir

So, I get a fantastic Beauty Insider email today from Sephora...which I cannot click fast enough to open...and Givenchy Le Soin Noir is the items featured and titled "Black Magic". Of course, I am intrigued...


Here is what Sephora has to say about this product:

What it does:
Givenchy Le Soin Noir contains an extremely precious, natural age-defying ingredient that will secure its status in you're anti-aging routine. Used for the first time in cosmetics, Vital Black Algae Sap Concentrate restores communication between the skin's cells. Givenchy's researchers have developed a method to infuse this potion with a rare black algae extract to help maintain and prolong cellular longevity. Parched skin drinks in the hydration it needs—leaving your complexion firm, glowing, and even-toned.

What else you need to know:
Vital Black Algae Sap Concentrate is found in the depths of the ocean and reconstructs a catalyst in the skin to counteract the signs of aging. Only Vital Black Algae Sap Concentrate contains these precious black molecules that are extremely rich in vital fatty acids. The result is skin that draws new strength to protect the cells' DNA from light-induced aging and wrinkles as it becomes firmer and restores itself. Smooth it on morning and night to form an invisible barrier that protects against the signs of aging caused by environmental and internal assaults.

Le Soin Noir retails for $360, so this is skincare for the serious beauty addict! Currently, Sephora is offering the product online only, and at Sephora 5th Avenue in New York City. I admit to a certain amount of skepticism when such claims are made, but from what I can tell, the initial reviews are quite supportive of this product being wonderfully hydrating and effective.

What is your experience with this product, or any other products containing Black Algae? Would love to hear your input and have you share your experiences with consumers trying to sort through so many products and product claims.

Product Tips for Luscious Lips!

One of my New Year's Resolutions is to continue to focus on my skincare regime and look and feel great! I just finished a series on 7 tips to Luscious Lips and want to thank everyone for their wonderful feedback and input! One reader even emailed me and told me that after she followed my easy olive oil/brown sugar exfoliation tip, she applied some sexy red lipstick for a date night with her hubby and apparently all night he kept telling her how incredibly sexy her lips were! You go girl!

I did receive questions about specific lip treatments and products. I will continue this series to give some tips about lip products that will also help to make your lips their most luscious and sexiest ev-ah!

Product Tips for Luscious Lips:

This is the last in a series on Product Tips for Luscious Lips. I will try to avoid specific product or brand recommendations, as there are countless products that can address most of these tips. Instead, my intent is to focus more on the product/technique to show you how each tip can help you create more luscious lips with any brand of your choice!

(image from www.ehow.com)

Luscious Lip Product Tip #7:

Use a lip plumper product to get full, lush lips!

Lip plumpers come in a variety of effects. Honestly, some are not much more than glorified lip stick primers. Of course, they will make your lips look "plumper" and fuller, so you may find that you get that same effect from a primer product.

Others have ingredients that actually do nothing more than really just irritate your lips, making them swell a bit from the irritation and look fuller! They definitely work, but applying cinnamon or other ingredients may cause discomfort, and do not use if you have chapped lips. OUCH!

Some lip plumpers claim to have collagen or collagen-boosting ingredients as well as hyaluronic acid that over time can make your lips look fuller and more luscious. Do your research and ask your dermatologist if they think that these kinds of products can work for you.

I will recommend visiting SpaLook for your luscious lip needs! SpaLook has all of the top beauty brands imaginable, as well as amazing discounts, free offers and samples that stretch your beauty dollars further! Click on the image for more information or to start shopping!

SpaLook Offer from NuFace

I adore SpaLook. I confess to spending hours finding the most amazing products on their site, and have discovered some beauty products that I can no longer live without (love, love, LOVE my ColoreScience Line Tamer - Smoothing, Soothing Skin Brightener...AMAZING product!). This recently caught my eye:



From SpaLook: NuFace is a petite, portable device to lift and firm your face and neck, lessen the look of lines and wrinkles, and boost production of collagen and elastin. The first and only hand-held device FDA-approved for facial toning and stimulation, NuFace delivers a safe, painless, gentle microcurrent, rehabilitating and firming the facial muscles. This soothing stimulus increases cellular blood flow and cell turnover, restoring natural balance, tone, and a more youthful, rejuvenated appearance in the privacy of your home.

With a frequency range between 0-500 MicroAmps for optimal effectiveness, NuFace gives you flexibility in customizing the settings to each area of the face or body being treated. A simple knob allows you to turn the equipment on and off and adjust settings.

About the creator behind NuFace: NuFace creator Carol Cole is a visionary and expert in at home technology and a pioneer in the evolution of the aesthetic industry. As a well-known and highly experienced cosmetologist, Carol has had a successful aesthetic practice located in San Diego, California, a mecca for health and beauty.

When Carol became immersed in microcurrent technology and its holistic, non-invasive benefits to the skin, it became her mission to make a true visible difference in the skin of all her clients. She recognized the powerful results and started promoting the impact it had on facial muscles and skin. With the launch of NuFace, the first and only hand-held microcurrent device FDA-approved for home use, Carol has been able to extend her microcurrent mission to the masses.

The price is definitely something to consider, but once you factor in what the average facial costs and how many facials you get a year, this might actually be a deal! And, you could even tip yourself after your treatment! Anyone have any NuFace experiences that you would be willing to share? They sweeten the deal with this offer, as well:



So, you will receive a free Optimizing Mist with a purchase of a NuFace device. If you would like to learn more about this item, or about SpaLook, click on this image for more information, or to start shopping today!

Benefit offering FREE shipping!

Benefit's BADgal Waterproof Mascara is a fantastic way to keep your lashes looking fantastic in wet, snowy weather! I also am a huge fan of their BADgal waterproof black eyeliner! You can create those amazing smoky eyes that will last all night long without smudging or smearing!

Click on this BADgal image to find out more about their waterproof products, as well as this amazing BADgal Plum mascara that works magic in intensifying your eye color!

To help you ring in the New Year, Benefit Cosmetics is offering FREE SHIPPING (US Standard Shipping)! Click here for more information, or to start shopping now!

FREE US SHIPPING for 4 DAYS ONLY! From 1.13.09 thru 1.16.09 get free US standard shipping on any order. Enter promo code FRESHP09 at checkout. Not valid with other offers.

Product Tips for Luscious Lips!

One of my New Year's Resolutions is to continue to focus on my skincare regime and look and feel great! I just finished a series on 7 tips to Luscious Lips and want to thank everyone for their wonderful feedback and input! One reader even emailed me and told me that after she followed my easy olive oil/brown sugar exfoliation tip, she applied some sexy red lipstick for a date night with her hubby and apparently all night he kept telling her how incredibly sexy her lips were! You go girl!

I did receive questions about specific lip treatments and products. I will continue this series to give some tips about lip products that will also help to make your lips their most luscious and sexiest ev-ah!

Product Tips for Luscious Lips:

This is the sixth in a series on Product Tips for Luscious Lips. I will try to avoid specific product or brand recommendations, as there are countless products that can address most of these tips. Instead, my intent is to focus more on the product/technique to show you how each tip can help you create more luscious lips with any brand of your choice!

(image from www.thisnext.com)

Luscious Lip Product Tip #6:

Use a lip stain for deep, dramatic color.

I love to use lip stains, as some will create a very saturated color. The color tends to appear a bit more like a natural color of your lips, as lip stains can be intense and will remain long after a lip gloss you applied over it wears off.

There are a variety of applications, and I tend to like the applications that don't involve using your fingers. I have actually found some to stain my finger tips as well!

Lip stains can be a bit more dry, so again, it is a great idea to apply a primer first to seal your lips. Or, finish with some moisturizing lip gloss. Some contain alcohol which helps the stain to dry quickly and to "pull" the color into your lips. If you have sensitive lips, a lip stain may not be an option for you.

I will recommend visiting SpaLook for your luscious lip needs! SpaLook has all of the top beauty brands imaginable, as well as amazing discounts, free offers and samples that stretch your beauty dollars further! Click on the image for more information or to start shopping!

Product Tips for Luscious Lips!

One of my New Year's Resolutions is to continue to focus on my skincare regime and look and feel great! I just finished a series on 7 tips to Luscious Lips and want to thank everyone for their wonderful feedback and input! One reader even emailed me and told me that after she followed my easy olive oil/brown sugar exfoliation tip, she applied some sexy red lipstick for a date night with her hubby and apparently all night he kept telling her how incredibly sexy her lips were! You go girl!

I did receive questions about specific lip treatments and products. I will continue this series to give some tips about lip products that will also help to make your lips their most luscious and sexiest ev-ah!

Product Tips for Luscious Lips:

This is the fifth in a series on Product Tips for Luscious Lips. I will try to avoid specific product or brand recommendations, as there are countless products that can address most of these tips. Instead, my intent is to focus more on the product/technique to show you how each tip can help you create more luscious lips with any brand of your choice!

(image from www.retroradar.com)

Luscious Lip Product Tip #5:

Use a great lipstick to create full, luscious lips!

Again, you can start with a lip primer and lip liner to shape and prepare your lips for lipstick application.

Choose colors that compliment your skin tone. Red lips are certainly luscious and sexy, and there are a variety of cool and warm reds that will compliment any skin tone.

It is also a good idea to "blot" your lipstick after you apply it. Just put a tissue between your lips and press them together lightly to remove excess lipstick and help set the color. Then apply another layer and your lips will look lush, the color will be dynamic and you should get better wear out of that application.

You can also find great lipsticks that help to moisturize your lips and keep them healthy!

One tip is to be careful with the overly matte lipsticks, as for some people they can dry and irritate lips. I love a few matte lipstick colors, but do apply a primer first to seal what moisture my lips already have to avoid that overly dry feeling.

I will recommend visiting SpaLook for your luscious lip needs! SpaLook has all of the top beauty brands imaginable, as well as amazing discounts, free offers and samples that stretch your beauty dollars further! Click on the image for more information or to start shopping!

Product Tips for Luscious Lips!

One of my New Year's Resolutions is to continue to focus on my skincare regime and look and feel great! I just finished a series on 7 tips to Luscious Lips and want to thank everyone for their wonderful feedback and input! One reader even emailed me and told me that after she followed my easy olive oil/brown sugar exfoliation tip, she applied some sexy red lipstick for a date night with her hubby and apparently all night he kept telling her how incredibly sexy her lips were! You go girl!

I did receive questions about specific lip treatments and products. I will continue this series to give some tips about lip products that will also help to make your lips their most luscious and sexiest ev-ah!

Product Tips for Luscious Lips:

This is the fourth in a series on Product Tips for Luscious Lips. I will try to avoid specific product or brand recommendations, as there are countless products that can address most of these tips. Instead, my intent is to focus more on the product/technique to show you how each tip can help you create more luscious lips with any brand of your choice!

(image from www.chinadaily.com.cn)

Luscious Lip Product Tip #4:

Use a sexy lip gloss to get a fuller, pout-ier, glossier luscious look!

There are a variety of lip glosses out there, in a variety of applications, colors, textures, etc.! However, applying a great lip gloss can help you lips look lush. When your lip gloss has moisturizing properties, it can also help your lips stay healthier as well.

Sheer glosses are best for daytime looks, and also help to accent lipstick. Dot an extra bit over lip stick in the middle of your bottom lip to make it look a bit "pout-ier".

The frosty lip glosses are great for evening and more dramatic looks. Again, you can use a dab of a frosty gloss in the middle of your bottom lip over lipstick to make it look fuller.

If you choose to wear lip gloss alone, it is always best to line the lips first. Lip gloss has a tendency to "bleed" or "feather", and a lip liner (as advised in the first tip) can help avoid that tendency.

I will recommend visiting SpaLook for your luscious lip needs! SpaLook has all of the top beauty brands imaginable, as well as amazing discounts, free offers and samples that stretch your beauty dollars further! Click on the image for more information or to start shopping!

Product Tips for Luscious Lips!

One of my New Year's Resolutions is to continue to focus on my skincare regime and look and feel great! I just finished a series on 7 tips to Luscious Lips and want to thank everyone for their wonderful feedback and input! One reader even emailed me and told me that after she followed my easy olive oil/brown sugar exfoliation tip, she applied some sexy red lipstick for a date night with her hubby and apparently all night he kept telling her how incredibly sexy her lips were! You go girl!

I did receive questions about specific lip treatments and products. I will continue this series to give some tips about lip products that will also help to make your lips their most luscious and sexiest ev-ah!

Product Tips for Luscious Lips:

This is the third in a series on Product Tips for Luscious Lips. I will try to avoid specific product or brand recommendations, as there are countless products that can address most of these tips. However, this is a specific product that I am recommending, as it is one that I use and it is a unique product from a proven cosmetics company.



Luscious Lip Product Tip #3:

Use Cupid's Bow Lovely Lip Shaping Set from Benefit Cosmetics. I highly recommend this specific set make your lips full and pout-y! Think Clara Bow's beautiful lips and you have the genius behind this product!

With this kit you get a duel-ended pencil and a duel-ended applicator. The pencil has a highlighter that you apply above the lips to create the "bow" effect AND a darker lip liner type end with which you shape your bottom lip to create the "pout". The applicator helps you to properly blend and apply you lipstick/gloss to finish your look.

This is one specific product tip, but you can find ways to create the same effect with other cosmetics you already have!

Click on the image below to find Cupid's Bow, and many other fantastic products to maximize your luscious lips!