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philosophy Haunted House

philosophy has released their new Fall offerings, including the Haunted House and new seasonal fragrances in the wildly popular 3 in 1 shampoo, shower gel and bubble bath line.  

No tricks with the philosophy Haunted House...just treats!  The philosophy Haunted House contains a trio of the 6 oz. size of black licorice, caramel apple and the pumpkin spice muffin high foaming shampoo, shower gel and bubble baths (3 in 1).  All three fragrances are so unbelievably realistic--but I have to say I totally loved the black licorice! These seasonal fragrances are also available in the 16 oz. size.

What do I love most about the philosophy 3 in 1 shampoo, shower gel and bubble baths?  Of course, the "hauntingly" addictive fragrances, but also the consistently creative packaging and the excellent quality of the products.  

The philosophy Haunted House retails for $30 and would make an adorable gift.  You can find the Haunted House online at philosophy and Sephora.

Avon ANEW Rejuvenate Revitalizing Cream

Avon has just launched two new anti-aging skincare products called Rejuvenate. This new skincare formula is part of the ANEW line and is designed to replicate the steps of a professional spa anti-aging treatment in just 7 days.  Did it pass the 7 day test?  Read on....

I tested the ANEW Rejuvenate Night Revitalizing Cream and the ANEW Rejuvenate Flash Facial Rejuvenating Complex, which is a daytime serum.  The Night Revitalizing Cream is a lightweight gel-cream formula that feels as luxurious as other much-more-expensive moisturizers.  The Flash Facial Rejuvenating is a lightweight serum for daytime use, to be applied after cleansing and before makeup.

The ANEW Rejuvenate formula delivers similar results of a professional anti-aging facial in 7 days:

• Exfo-Smoothing Complex, designed to exfoliate, resurface and clarify skin, making it look younger.  The Night Revitalizing Cream contains Chlorosalicylic Acid, a derivitive of salicylic acid that is designed to penetrate deeper and better into the skin's surface layers for more effective exfoliation and smoothing of skin texture.
• MiniExtraction Technology, in Night Revitalizing Cream, uses Eclipta, an exclusively harvested ingredient, designed to strengthen the supportive fibers surrounding pores, to help deliver visibly smaller pores.  
• RevitaFresh, found in both products, is engineered to reinforce skin cell bonds to help create smoother and more even skin.  

I am happy to report that the products did work, as promised.  I did see improvement in my skin in 7 days, particularly in terms of better overall texture.  I think both products deliver impressive results in a short amount of time.  More importantly, the benefits did continue the longer I continued to use the product...two weeks and beyond.  If you're looking to kickstart your skincare regimen, these might be products you'd want to try. 

Avon ANEW Rejuvenate Night Revitalizing Cream and Flash Facial Concentrate are available through Avon Representatives or online at www.avon.com.  

Nude Skincare: For beautiful skin with nothing to hide

Nude Skincare, from the ergonomic, minimalism of their packaging to the buzz about their ingredients, is a luxury "green" skincare line that stands out.  

One of the things I like about Nude Skincare, is that the products are formulated with high performance biocompatible ingredients to deliver results.  The premise behind Nude Skincare is to protect the skin's acid mantle, which defends the skin against external damage.  When the acid mantle is damaged or irritated, it can lead to premature aging.  So by using pre and probiotics that don't damage the acid mantle, Nude Skincare works with the skin to maintain balance. Makes sense!

I have been using the Nude Cleansing Milk, which is designed for normal, dry and sensitive skin.  It's completely non-drying and soothing, with ingredients like iris (and yes, that's what I smell when I use the cleansing milk!), juazeiro extracts, baobab oil, soothing milk peptides and licorice.  It's gentle and moisturizing and doesn't leave a dry feeling to my skin at all.  I think this will be an excellent cleanser to continue to use as I change my skincare regimen from summer to winter.  The next time I'm in Sephora, I'm definitely picking up Nude Lips, a certified organic lip treatment. 

If you're looking for a skincare line without parabens, sulphates, PEGs, propylene glycol, TEA, DEA, phthalates, mineral oil, silicones, GM and potential carcinogens--then Nude Skincare is for you.  The packaging is entirely recyclable and ingredients are organic, fair trade or community traded.

Nude Skincare is available at Barneys and online at Sephora and nudeskincare.com

New Marini Lash Eyelash Conditioner from Jan Marini Skin Research

Marini Lash Eyelash Conditioner is the newest eyelash enhancement product from Jan Marini Skin Research.  This new product contains a non-prostaglandin peptide blend formula. Having tried several eyelash enhancing products in the past, I was anxious to try this one. Some previous eyelash growth products contained bimatoprost, a prostaglandin ingredient used in the treatment of glaucoma. 

I've been applying Marini Lash nightly at bedtime for the last 4 weeks.  You apply Marini Lash sparingly, like an eyeliner.  I had no side effects; no burning, itching, blurred vision or anything else abnormal.  My eyelashes are wonderfully long and full (the package states you can also use it on eyebrows).  I definitely am loving Marini Lash!  What I like even more, is that I'm satisfied that the product works and is safe. I intend to continue to use Marini Lash, I like the results that much.  

Compared to other eyelash conditioning products that I've tried, it seemed like Marini Lash took a little longer to see initial results--in other words, with other products, by 2 weeks I have seen results.  With Marini Lash, you need to stick with it, but by weeks 3 and 4, I noticed significant eyelash improvement.

Marini Lash by Jan Marini Skin Research is available at SkinStore and Lovely Skin or by calling Jan Marini Customer Service at 1-800-347-2223 for a distributor near you.

Beauty Blog Network Weekly Beauty Reads

Some great information this weekend from the bloggers in the Beauty Blog Network. Check it out!

If you are looking for a 100% organic perfume that is free of phthalates, parabens and other toxins, then come check out what solid perfumes The Makeup Divas reviews and recommends. 

Beauty Anonymous reviews La Mer The Hydration Infusion. 

Jeannie from The Daily Cookie gets invited behind the scenes at Three Custom Color to chat with co-founder Chad Hayduk on fall trends as well as see how he mixes a custom lip gloss just for her! 

A Touch of Blusher looks at YSL's holiday 2008 collection. 

Cybelesays is giving away some of Gwen Stefani's new Harajuku Lovers fragrances. Click here to enter the contest! 

Musings of a Muse looks at the new Vincent Longo Diamante Quad in Aquila with Product Photos and Swatches!. 

Beauty411 shares the best online beauty shopping websites from the November ShopSmart by Consumer Reports magazine! Did your favorite site make the list? 

Beauty Banter dishes on MAC's most fabulous Fall collection - hint: it maybe a collaboration with a MAJOR fashion house! 

Beauty and Personal Grooming shares some easy DIY hair-conditioners using raw eggs. 

What anti-aging skincare brand does Beauty Blogging Junkie swear by these days? Find out here! 

Christine from Beauty in Real Life lets you in on her fave shampoo and conditioner combo. Find out which ones made the cut here. 

makeup loves me gives you the skinny on sensa, magic sprinkles that help you lose weight! 

Glossypink gets a site makeover and tells you about the red lipsticks that are a must for your makeup wardrobe! 

Beauty Junkie in SF figured out how to hide those evil shadows under her eyes with the help of Benefit's Powderflage and its pretty fan brush. 

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic has found a great natural mascara, Tarte's Lash Hugger! 

Yummy411 wants to know if you're 'Politically Pretty'! 

Pursebuzz.com shows you how to color your eyeshadow primer. Brights never looked brighter and whites never looked whiter! Color my primer here! 

Spoiled Pretty is giving away a Junior Drake handbag worth $528. What are you waiting for? Enter today!