Posts Tagged ‘smooth’

Aveda Air Control Hair Spray (love!)

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010

This is the only hair spray I use. I use it when I straighten my hair, I use it when I leave it curly and when I pull it up.

Aveda Air Control Hair Spray tames fly-aways and sets my style without making it sticky, even mid-run. It washes out easily and doesn’t leave behind any residue.

I get more compliments on the scent of this hair spray than I do several perfumes I wear regularly. While some might call it strong and in the summer it is a bit stronger than in the winter, I find it to be refreshing and great smelling.

I keep a travel size version in my purse that I bought at the nearest Aveda salon. A little goes a long way and that bottle has lasted several months.

Aveda Hand Relief (love!)

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

I’d forgotten how much I love this product until my manicure. A good Aveda manicure involves an extensive hand massage with this amazing stuff. It seeps into your skin and truly lives up to the promise of staying on through a few hand washings.

The product description reads: “Hydrating plant emollients, humectants, exfoliating fruit acids and anti-oxidants—including vitamins A and E—help diminish signs of aging and provide optimal relief. Increases moisture levels and elasticity in skin with continued use.” No lies here.

Hand Relief isn’t tacky or sticky and by the end of the manicure, my hands are soft and completely dry.

It is a bit pricey and you can’t buy the large “For Professional Use Only” tube, but I find when my hands are desperate, I love it.

Not to mention, Aveda is pretty great about offering this as a freebie on a regular basis. Just sign up for their mail and keep an eye out for the next post card.

Pencil Me In Eyeliner in Sky (love!)

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

Why it took so long for eyeliner creators to think of putting a sharpener in the cap, I don’t know. But I do know, I love the concept and can’t get enough of Pencil Me In’s Eyeliner in sky.

My dear, reliable Shape Magazine told me that blue eyeliner is in and light blue is even more in. I now understand why! It makes my eyes pop.

This eyeliner goes on smooth and doesn’t pull at all.

According to the website, all Pencil Me In shades were “custom created to be unique and not replicate the ordinary shades in the market place.” Not to mention all the shades contain “anti-oxidants and vitamins which help to protect the eye area from daily exposure to destructive elements.”

Unlike other eyeliners, this doesn’t irritate my eyes at all. No itching!

Pure Aloe Vera Gel (love!)

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

On my beach vacation. I got stung by a bee. Not speaking the language, I was able to communicate enough to say I need something to stop the burning.

Little did I know what they gave me was liquid gold. The purest aloe gel I’ve ever seen. It stopped the burning.

And it did more. When I got a bit to much sun, it soothed and took away the redness. In fact, I didn’t touch my much pricier moisturizer the rest of the trip. This aloe gel did more for my skin in a week than the moisturizer I’ve been using did in a month.

Now the only problem is finding the pure aloe gel stateside. Growing the plants seem to take forever, anyone have a better suggestion?

Aveda Damage Remedy Restructuring Conditioner (love!)

Monday, June 7th, 2010

As much as I love the Aveda Damage Remedy Restructuring Shampoo, I love the conditioner even more.

While the shampoo washed the chlorine and salt down the drain and the conditioner left my hair soft, manageble and strong.

The quinoa protein in this Aveda conditioner is to “repair and re-moisturize damaged hair—infusing it anew with healthy movement, silkiness and shine.”

Love it!

Aveda Foot Relief (love!)

Monday, May 24th, 2010

I won’t lie. I don’t just use this lotion on my feet. In the summer, when I’m dying of heat, I cave and use this tingly peppermint infused lotion on my legs and arms.

The cooling sensation alone is so worth it.

As for how well the Aveda Foot Relief cream moisturizes, let’s just say I’ve not had a cracked heel or serious dry skin since I started using it regularly. It must be the “exfoliating fruit acids and plant-derived oils like jojoba and castor” that keep my feet so soft.

The website states the lotion even helps keep feet stink free with lavender and rosemary oils.

So by using this product, you’ll get soft, cooled, stink free feet that are perfect for those cute sandals you’ve been ogling!

Suave Cocoa Butter with Shea Moisturizer (love!)

Friday, May 21st, 2010

I keep the smaller version of this in my desk at work. Honestly, when I’m craving chocolate, I just lather this on my hands and the subtle chocolate scent is just enough to get me by.

It is amazingly moisturizing and stays on through multiple hand washings and Germ-X uses.

This lotion absorbs really quickly. I am back to typing away on my computer within a few minutes, much faster than other cocoa butters.

E.L.F. Professional Eye Shadow Brush (love!)

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

I’ve been searching for a good eye shadow brush for some time. The last time I was at the grocery store, on a whim, I picked up the E.L.F. Professional Eye Shadow Brush.

I thought to myself, it’s a $1. If I love it, then I saved a ton of money and if I hate it, it is a candy bar I didn’t eat.

Luckily, I loved it. It holds and deposits color extremely well. The brush is the right size and angle.

If you can find this product, I highly recommend picking at least one up. I will be buying more soon!

Philosophy Cinnamon Buns Lip Shine (love!)

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

From the Sephora website: “Inspired by philosophy’s best-selling shower gel and bubble bath comes Cinnamon Buns Lip Shine. This high-gloss formula is infused with a delicious cinnamon buns scent and flavor that is sure to bring a smile to your lips and anyone who may come in contact with them! Cinnamon Buns Lip Shine leaves behind a beautiful, supernatural finish that looks and tastes absolutely scrumptious.”

With a description like that, how could you go wrong?

This is amazing! As I’ve previously said, I am addicted to lip balms, but this shine is worth it. The cinnamon tingles a little and leaves my lips super soft.

I find it helps the craving for cinnamon buns without the calories!

Bath and Body Works Stress Relief – Eucalyptus Spearmint (love!)

Monday, May 10th, 2010

This is a great compliment to the Kiss My Face Cold and Flu soak. It’s part of the Aromatherapy line, which I love. The scent goes on a bit strong, but fades quickly. It’s clean, fresh and just wonderful.

I find it relaxing and comforting. It is amazingly moisturizing. Even after a few hand washings. I tend to use it in the morning on my way out the door. It’s uplifting.