Get Smooth Skin with Boots' Jasmine & Cocoa Body Scrub

I'll be the first to admit that I'm not very kind to my skin during the winter season.  I'd rather have a few extra minutes of sleep than take the time to moisturize.  But with the warmer season approaching (sometime soon hopefully) it's time to get ready for short skirts and sleeves.  So earlier this week I brought out my secret weapon, Boots' Hawaiin Island Jasmine & Cocoa Body Scrub.  Available at Target for $9.99, you will not regret this purchase.  It has a light floral and buttery scent that makes you want to use the whole tub.  And if you want to keep the fragrance going all day, you can also purchase the body wash and body butter.  And keep in mind that the Boots brand isn't new to the block.  I came across Boots in England a few years ago where it's been a relevant beauty brand for decades--so it's definitely a brand that you can trust.

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Deal: Mi & You Can Help Japan Through Eyes Lips Face

My favorite affordable makeup line is coming together with its customers to help out Japan.  You can visit ELF to get the deets and purchase some great products for the new season!

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Nailin' It: Zoya in Nidhi

Here is my latest manicure color. It's by Zoya and the color is called Nidhi--a reddish, orange with gold speckles. I rarely have red nails but I love this color because it's bold and reminds me of fruit punch. Which colors are you all wearing this week?

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Rihanna Inspired Nails From "What's My Name?" Video

When it comes to Rihanna's style, I must say the girl can't be beat.  In the video for her second single off of the "Loud" album I highly adored the cool shades of blue that were used in the styling and to also set the mood in certain scenes.  However, my favorite thing about the video was her blue nail polish which was a mix of baby and robin's egg blue.

To capture the look, but with my own twist, I used three different colors to grab the essence of the pop star's nails.  The colors (seen above) used were Brucci in Kathy's Baby Blues, Wet n Wild in Rain Check, and on the ring fingers, N.Y.C. in Starry Silver Glitter.

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Deal: 3 Hour Coffee Break Special on Eyes Lips Face

Snag this makeup set from e.l.f.--originally $41, it will be on sale for $19.68.  Remember to use code CBSCS at checkout.

The kit includes:

 

Studio Mineral Face Primer

Studio Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder

Studio Complexion Perfection

Studio Kabuki Face Brush

Studio Translucent Matifying Powder

Studio Mist & Set (I have this and it's great.)

Studio Complexion Brush

Studio Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths

Train Case

 

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Cute Gift Ideas for Valentine's Day Pt.1

Henri Bendel's Pink Grapefruit Candle (10 oz.) $30

 

Barneys New York Ready to Wear Lingerie, Prices Vary

Bath and Body Works Anti-Bacterial Hand Sanitizers, $1.50 each or 5 for $5.

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Lady Gaga's New Viva Glam

 

Here's a look at Lady Gaga's new Viva Glam ad for MAC Cosmetics.  The line will be released in February and unlike her first Viva Glam roundabout, where her color was a Barbie-like baby pink, this line will contain a nude color.

 

It will be more wearable and it's a guarantee that this will generate a lot of sales for people living with AIDS/HIV.

Pictures courtesy of Temptalia.

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Shopping Diaries: Sephora

I received a gift-card from my cousin to the store at it was the perfect time because the new Hello Kitty line was just launched! I purchased the HK rollerball fragrance and the cream cheek color in Cherry Blossom. Not only are the products great and potent, but the packaging is just as adorable. So much so that I haven't had it in me to throw out the boxes yet. And because it was my birthday, I also received a very nice travel sized bottle of Philosophy's happy birthday beautiful 3-in-1 shower gel. Its smells just like vanilla cake!Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

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Shopping Diaries: Bath and Body Works

I am addicted to BBW anti-bac hand sanitizers. Right now they have their new Valentine's Day line. Some of the scents are classics like sweet pea but just have different labels suitable for the day of love, but the line also has scents like candy and strawberry. There are also some scents that are on sale for .37 cents--a deal that can't be passed up!
A new fragrance, "Carried Away" is on its demo run (the lotion was $1) but the full line will be in stores February 7th. Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

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Experience Bath & Body Works' Tropical Escape

For a limited time only, you can purchase BBW's new line of Anti-bacterial hand soaps for a great deal. Usually $5 a piece, you can now grab 5 for $15 or 7 for $20. Not only will your hands smell amazing, but they will also be germ free. Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

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L'Oreal Has No Doubt in Gwen Stefani

PEOPLE has revealed that Gwen Stefani, 41, (front-woman/solo artist/ fashion designer/fragrance creator/mother/wife) is now adding something new to her brand of awesomeness.  Stefani has become the new spokesperson for L'Oreal cosmetics joining the likes of Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez.  Always known for her great style and perfectly red pout, her first campaign will be the Infallible Le Rouge lip color.  On her new role as a L'Oreal gal Stefani says,“[Getting] to work with such a modern, talented group of people is really exciting. I’m a lucky, lucky girl.”  The new commercials for the line will premiere on Sunday during the Golden Globes.

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MAC Creates 'Wonder Woman' Collection

"MAC Cosmetics is clearly hoping every woman wants to be Wonder Woman. The beauty brand this spring will launch a color collection based on the comic book heroine."--WWD 

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Henri Bendel's New Fragrances

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Rihanna's Reb'l Fleur

I got a chance to test Rihanna's new fragrance and the verdict is in--i like it.! From the ads of her holding a rose and the title having the word "flower" in it, I expected the perfume to smell more floral.  Instead it's a bit more spicy and something you would expect a mature woman (or man, no judgement) to wear.  I'm a person who wears her perfumes according to season, so in my opinion this is certainly a winter fragrance.

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Your Nail Polish Will Be GLEE-ming

Soon enough when gleeks throw up their "L," their nails will be perfect to the tips.  WWD reports that Sephora will be joining forces with OPI to create a nail polish collection inspired by the FOX hit TV show Glee.  The limited edition line will be available for gleeks in February.

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