JULY 2009 FAVORITES

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This was my first monthly favorites pick and it was a LOT harder than I thought it was going to be. Not because I didn't have favorites, but because I had so many and so many that I wanted to share with you. I also wanted you to know exactly why I liked the product so much. I made 2 Favs Videos and I think that is too many. Next time I think I will narrow it down to one video and then list any and all the prodcuts (that won't fit into a 10 minute video) on the blog. I want to share as much information that I can with you guys so that you can take advantage of any products that I have tried that truely do what they say they will do (in my opinion) without having to buy the product yourself first before you've had a chance to test it. There are so many products to choose from out there and you could waist a lot of time and money trying to figure out what the best products are. All I want to do is help you narrow it down the best I can. So here goes....:)

JULY FAVORITES :

LUSH

DREAM CREAM

Light and herbal body cream miraculously restores sore skin. This moisturizer helps you banish alligator elbows and impress that special someone with your baby-soft skin. Use a small dollop every night before bed and find your skin silky and comforted within days.

SYMPATHY FOR THE SKIN

Vanilla-almond custard soothes thirsty, angry skin. At first glance, Sympathy for the Skin lotion looks like vanilla bean custard. Slather it on and your body heat reacts with the vanilla to release delicate wafts of sandalwood and subtle undertones of almond. Substantial but not greasy, Sympathy replenishes parched, weathered skin to a state of glorious touch-ability with almost edible ease.

MARILYN HAIR TREATMENT HAIR MOISTURIZER

Moisturizing treatment to soften and brighten blonde hairChamomile, lemon and saffron brighten blonde hair. Use it regularly and get fairer hair. Linseed mucilage results in softer tresses and fresh, organic lemon juice adds a ton of shine. If you always wanted to be a "natural" blonde, here's how to go about it.

BIG SHAMPOO

Lemon-lime margarita shampoo adds shine and body to fine hair. The difference between a hefty, healthy hairdo and a lot of limp, lackluster locks? It's this saucy, sassy, salty shampoo! BIG combines shine-enhancing citrus juices with the beautifying, hair-buffing impact of sea salt and genuine sea water for a body-building regimen your fine hair won't sweat over. Good things can come in small packages, but for body-boosting boom you can't beat BIG!

CYNTHIA SYLVIA STOUT SHAMPOO

Last call with a lemon drop to give hair tons of volume and shine. If you have fine or frizzy hair, make friends with Cynthia. This shampoo's special recipe includes organic Irish stout and lemons. The stout adds weight to hair and smooths cuticles, while lemons give amazing shine.

FEATHER HEADBANDS

These are really popular right now and you will see them at almost every store you go to. It doesn't matter what the price is..just make sure it's not too big. Sometimes they can look a little ridiculous. For example, a feather, a jewel and a flower all on the same band. Go for a more simple look and you can wear it with more things. TIP: spray the feathers with a bit of soft hold hair spray to keep them looking neat and straight.

JULY FAVORITES FOR THE NAILS

ORLY NAIL POLISH & RIDGEFILLER

Orly Ridgefiller, Orly Nail Polish in French Manicure, Orly Nail Laquer in Liquid Vinyl, Sephora for O.P.I. in Underwater Fantasy from the Angles & Venus Collection

JULY FAVORITE BRONZERS & ILLUMIATING POWDERS

STILA illuminating finishing powder - gold

BOBBI BROWN SHIMMER BRICK & MATTE POWDER BRONZER IN DEEP

JULY FAVORITE BRUSHES

SONIA KASHUK CREASE BRUSH & ANGLED LINER BRUSH (NOT PICTURED YET)

This crease brush is my favorite not only because the hairs are perfect and compact as well as soft, but it has two different grips you can use to use for different looks. It's one of those you have to feel to understand. The next time your in target, check out the Sonia Kashuk area and they have brushes on display that you can touch and feel. The angled liner brush is great as well. I get more comments about that brush than any other. It is a must have and is relatively inexpensive. Coastal Scents has one and I am sure you can find it from other companies.

BOBBI BROWN "ALL OVER BODY" KABUKI BRUSH

The softest, most luxurious brush imaginable. The new All Over Body Brush is the perfect companion to the Shimmer Brick for the Body. It's designed with ultra soft bristles that feel amazing on the skin and offer sheer, even application.

JAPONESQUE PROFESSIONAL TOUCH UP TUBE SET

Five Essential Brushes In a Sleek Compact Case. Encased in a black, sleek tube designed for portability and protection. It contains five brushes essential for keeping makeup flawless throughout the day or night. This set includes a foundation brush, a lip brush, two eye detailers and a blush/powder brush. All brushes feature a short matte wand for superior control. A great multi-tasking set ideal for the purse, desk drawer or as a gift.

JULY FAVORITE THINGS FOR THE LIPS

PERFECT NUDE LIP BY NARS

Lipstick in Bel De Jour and Gloss in Greek Holiday

MAKEUP FOREVER EXTREME SHINE LIP GLOSS &

TOO FACED LIP INJECTION (not pictured yet)

(hot pink, no color labled on the tube....sorry)

Thank you all so much for your support and interest in this blog. Please leave me any comments, questions or requests and I will be happy to respond. If you have an opportunity to try any of these products and like them, or if there are some that I have not mentioned that are your favs....let me know!