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Tuesday, January 31, 2017

Physicians Formula NEW InstaReady for Eyes

#BeautyBagDolls today I am bringing you my last review in a series of reviews from Physicians Formula and it will cover everything you need for the best eye makeup look you can ask for. It is from their InstaReady line and if you recall I wrote a review earlier that will give you a InstaReady flawless face you can read that here. Now as for the eye area I like to start with eye primer and the Physicians Formula InstaReady Eye Primer Duo is perfect. You get both the matte and shimmer choice which is formulated with LockedIn Technology that creates an invisible canvas for longwearing, crease-resistant eyeshadow. High-performance, smudge-resistant formula keeps eyeshadow in place. This is a fabulous formula for me because it does not fall out of place or smudge just as promised and it is non irritating along with making my eye shadow last!
Everything you need to create a great eye look from a great brand!


Now for the eye shadow it is the InstaReady Multi Finish Eye Shadow that comes in three finishes Matte, Satin and Shimmer along with two shades Natural Nude and Smoky Nude. This eye shadow features InstaFilter Technology, a proprietary blend of mattifying color filter pigments and high-tech polymers that work together to instantly optimize light reflection and blur imperfections. Includes a unique built-in applicator! These are very pigmented eye shadows that show up the moment it touches your eye lids and I love that. They don not feel heavy and last all day without fall out which is a absolute must for me. The Physicians Formula Multi-Finish Eye Shadow is available in March 2017 Now if your like me you like to line your upper lash line with a light wing our a full blown wing of course its totally up to you! However now that the Physicians Formula Eye Booster Matte Lacquer Cream Eyeliner came into my life I am addicted. It not only makes a great line it water proof and smudge resistant. It has a flexible velvet tip: unique angled-tip dispenses color easily onto the lash line making lining effortless, Lash Boosting Technology: extra-longwear formula is water-resistant and smudge-resistant so color stays put, delivering seamless definition and is infused with Lash Conditioning Peptides. This not only helps my eye lashes it will not come off until I take it off!

My upper lash line is now taken care of I am thrilled to line my lower lash line with a choice of three shades each sold separately starting in March 2017 is the Physicians Formula InstaReady Glide-On Gel Eyeliner  the shades are Black Velvet, Champagne and Gunmetal. I love all three and use them each as I see fit when pairing it with my eye shadow. The Physician's Formula easy-to-use automatic InstaReady Glide-On Gel Eyeliner glides on smoothly and provides effortless definition. Cushiony, creamy eye pencil delivers powerful, vibrant color that glides on smooth for a long-lasting finish that won't budge. Removable sharpener included! The formula is fabulous and did not irritate my sensitive eyes at all it also lasted all day until I removed it. The shades are gorgeous and pigmented perfectly. As with any eye look I finish with mascara and the new Physicians Formula Lash Contortionist Mascara which now available in retail stores across the nation. This is a one step mascara that give length, definition, thickness, fullness and drama to your lashes in one swipe of the wand. It has Fiber Lock Technology with interlocking fibers that wrap around each lash to build amplified volume and outrageous length. I love this and it comes in the shades brown/black and ultra black.

I am in love with all the Physicians Formula New InstaReady products for eyes. They are incredible at defining and making your eyes look their best. These are 5 $$$$$ products that are available to you now or in the coming months. A Beauty Bag must for sure!


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NOTE: I RECEIVED THE Physicians Formula InstaReady products for the eyes (mentioned above)  AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW!

FYI: I have reviewed several Physicians Formula products so please search Physicians Formula in the search bar to learn more.


Monday, January 30, 2017

Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Bright Booster Oil Elixir

#BeautyBagDolls my latest obsession in skincare has been oils and I have tried many that have been not so great and some that are staples in my skincare routine and now I am so thrilled to be bringing you another one that is truly great! It is the Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Bright Booster Oil Elixir. This is a oil elixir that is made with green ingredients that are going to brighten your skin. It is described as "a lightweight and fast-absorbing texture that leaves a smooth, non-sticky finish, melting onto the skin, leaving it silky, soft, and never greasy. Signs of aging appear visibly reduced while skin appears smoother, more radiant, revived, rejuvenated, and nourished instantly!"
An Oil Elixir that boosts your skin instantly!

I agree that it is lightweight and I am not sure if it is because my skin has been properly hydrated I have to be honest in saying it takes my skin a good five minutes to fully absorb this which for me is not a problem because the fact that it leaves my skin looking brighter than any other oil I use. I prefer to use the Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Orgin Bright Booster Oil Elixir each night since I have more time to wait for it to absorb and I love how radiant my skin looks immediately and when I wake up in the morning my fine lines were reduced. In the morinng I used it in on my dry forehead and it absorbs quickly melting into my skin and on areas of my oily T-Zone it takes a little longer so I just want everyone to note that. The dropper is self loading and easy to use the ingredients include Mongongo Oil and Rhodiola Extract, enhances moisturization and helps boost radiance which explains why I have such glowing skin. The Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Bright Booster Oil Elixir is one that I reach for every night and most morning and for that reason and the fact that my skin is glowing I am giving it a 5 $$$$$.

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NOTE: I RECEIVED THE Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Bright Booster Oil Elixir AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW!

FYI: I have reviewed several Physicians Formula products so please search Physicians Formula in the search bar to learn more.

GRANDE Liner Lash Boosting Eye Liner

Who loves eye liner? I love eye liner and I have tried so many over the years! I started using eye liner in middle school and I love a good wing! Now that I am older I like for my eye liner to do double duty! The GRANDE Liner Lash Boosting Eye Liner does just that for me!



It has lash boosting technology is a long wearing waterproof black liquid eye liner that enhances lashes in 4-6 weeks. GrandeLINER is the ultimate smudgeproof long lasting felt tip liquid eye liner. It provides a rich black color to the lash line, while delivering the exact amount of lash boosting needed to improve the appearance of longer and thicker lashes within 4-6 weeks. GrandeLINER goes on in one steady stroke, conveniently applying a precise smudge-proof line.

OMG this is such a wonderful eye liner it goes on so smooth and applies precisely even without having a steady hand! I cannot get enough of this eye liner serious it is my new absolute must have in my beauty bag and it gets a 5 $$$$$! Buy yours now here

Visit GRANDE to learn even more.


NOTE: I RECEIVED THE GRANDE Liner Lash Boosting Eye Liner  AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW!

FYI: I have reviewed several Grande products so please search Grande in the search bar to learn more.

Friday, January 27, 2017

Josie Maran Color Stick

My quest for great Valentines Day products continues and this one is a great one from Josie Maran because it is one product that does double duty. It is the Josie Maran Color Stick which comes in four shades Pink, Coral, Rosey and Red. All of which are appropriate throughout the year but extra special for Valentines Day.

Argan Color Sticks



The color sticks are made with natural ingredients which includes 100% Pure Argan Oil which makes the Color Stick go on smoothly, effortlessly absorbent, and nurturing to skin and lips. There is protection and conditioning with avocado, mango seed and shea butters, plus lemon tea tree oil and menthol to refresh and purify. You can pop this color stick in your beauty bag or small clutch and it will serve as a blush and lip color. These are so beautiful and I cannot wait to get my hands on them.

To purchase visit here.

Do note if I receive this as a PR sample I will post a full review.

FYI: I have reviewed several other Josie Maran Cosmetics and if your search for Josie Maran in the search bar above you can learn more about the brand.

Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Cushion Corrector+Primer Duo

OMG #BeautyBagDolls I cannot believe my eyes when it comes to the brand new Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Cushion Corrector+Primer Duo with SPF 20. Now what makes this amazing is the results combined with the packaging for me. I am so happy to have a product housed in one place that cover two issues.

Four color correction product in just two compacts! Beauty Bag staples!


The Physician's Formula  Cushion Corrector + Primer Duo with Shades: Peach brightens darkness and Lavender brightens dullness. The Cushion Corrector + Primer Duo with Shades: Yellow corrects dark circles and dullness and Green corrects redness. I need both of these compacts to help to minimize my imperfections quickly and without irritating my sensitive skin. The redness in my chin is blurred and my dark circles are made to look out of view while my skin looks so much brighter and my pores are minimized! I am so thrilled that these come in a perfect little compact that houses two products you need most without crowding your makeup bag. The applicator sponge is included and is okay for use on the go however I prefer a brush or sponge to lay it down with. This is a 5 $$$$$ product for the effectiveness and ease of use. It is available in January 2017 in mass retailers nationwide.

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NOTE: I RECEIVED THE Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Cushion Corrector+Primer Duo  AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW!

FYI: I have reviewed several Physicians Formula products so please search Physicians Formula in the search bar to learn more.

Thursday, January 26, 2017

Josie Maran Argan Lip Sting Plumping Butter

I have something very special for all of my lovely #BeautyBagDolls. With Valentines Day around the corner I have been on the search for perfect gifts to give, get and to buy for yourself! Josie Maran Argan Lip Sting Plumping Butter is just the perfect product for now and for Valentines Day.

Argan Lip Sting Plumping Butter

The Josie Maran Argan Lip Sting Plumping Butter is a newer product to the line but it is infused with 100% Pure Argan Oil, this plumping lip butter nourishes, conditions, soothes and volumizes lips. I defiantly want to try this lip sting plumping butter. However, the only choice one has to make is which shade do you want. It comes in three shades Work It which is a vanilla clear shade, Free It Grapefruit which is a pink shade and Embrace It Honey which is a nude shade.  Their is soothing manuka honey and moringa butter hydrate and enhance barrier recovery. This is something my lips need now and for the winter months ahead along with Valentines Day. The vanilla clear shade is a perfect gift to give even a guy in your life because its clear! Whomever you gift this to they will thank you!

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If I receive this as a PR sample I will bring you a full review.

FYI: I have reviewed other Josie Maran products so please feel free to search for the reviews in the search bar above.

L'Occitane Valentines Day Gift Set Collections

Can you believe that Valentines Day is just around the corner #BeautyBagDolls I know its quickly approaching but if you struggle to give a great gift to that someone special in your life do not fear because L'Occitane will have 5 Gift Sets for you to choose from and one is a specialty one for guys. It is beautifully packaged and ready to give. I will have descriptions of each below listed for you! They are a must have and I know you know how much I love this brand! Just note that they will be available for sale on January 27th 2017! These are limited edition sets!

Cherry Blossom Collection ($25):
Includes Cherry Blossom Body Milk, Cherry Blossom Shower
Gel, Cherry Blossom Hand Cream and Bonne Mere
Rose Soap



Lavender Collection ($25): Includes Lavender Body Milk, Lavender Shower
Gel, Shea Butter Hand Cream and Bonne Mere Lavender Soap




LOCCITAN Men’s Grooming Collection ($25): Include s
LOCCITAN Shower Gel, LOCCITAN After Shave Balm, LOCCITAN Shaving Gel




Verbena Collection ($25): Includes Verbena Shower Gel, Verbena Body Milk,
Verbena Hand Cream and Bonne Mere Verbena Soap




Almond Collection ($25): Includes Almond Shower Oil, Almond Delicious Soap, and Almond Milk Concentrate. 

Shop here to purchase yours before they are gone!

If I receive PR samples of these Limited Edition Gift sets I will have full reviews for you then.

FYI: I have reviewed some of these products so please search L'Occitane in the search bar.


Physicians Formula EYE BOOSTER Feather Brow Fiber & Highlighter Duo

Well #BeautyBagDolls I know I have been reviewing a lot of Physicians Formula products lately and its for a good reason! They are really knocking it out of the park when it comes to makeup and now they have truly stepped up my eye brow game with their new EYE BOOSTER Feather Brow Fiber & Highlighter Duo. I received their newest formula in two shades Light Brown and Brunette which are perfect depending on my hair color that month (yes I like to play with different shades of hair color). The Physicians Formula EYE BOOSTER Feather Brow Fiber & Highlighter Duo is available now for purchase.
Get your perfect brow with the New Physicians Formula EYE Booster Feather Brow Fiber & Highlighter Duo

As for my experience with this EYE BOOSTER Feather Brow Fiber & Highlighter Duo I am so very impressed!  I just opened the brow fiber end brushed it onto my eye brows filling in where they are lacking and improving where they look good it dries down super quickly and looks natural. The look of my eye brows was no harsh fake looking in anyway it looked like hairs. The other end is a highlighting pencil that you use to make your eye area appeared lifted. I love have these two products on one convenient stick!  This is a beauty bag must and 5 $$$$$ because it works and lasts my entire 16 hour day without budging!

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NOTE: I RECEIVED THE Physicians Formula EYE BOOSTER Feather Brow Fiber & Highlighter Duo (in both shades)  AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW!

FYI: I have reviewed several Physicians Formula products so please search Physicians Formula in the search bar to learn more.

Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Ralph Lauren Fragrances for Valentines Day

Hi #BeautyBagDolls I am bringing to you some Valentines Day options for the special someone in your life! They come from Ralph Lauren who has great fragrances and some amazing deals happening now. I will list them for you below. I found all of these deals at Macys.com Happy shopping and Happy Valentines Day!


POLO RED Gift Set
Inspired by Ralph Lauren’s car collection, Polo Red is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for the man in your life with drive and ambition. With powerful notes of red saffron – an aphrodisiac— red grapefruit and red cedar wood this spicy, woody fragrance captures speed, adrenaline and – most importantly – seduction. The ultimate in design and distinction, the fiery red, high-gloss bottle mimics the sleek curves of an automobile. Complete with 125mL fragrance, a traveler’s 30mL and deodorant stick.
Price: $92, Available at all department stores





TENDER ROMANCE Gift Set
Inspired by the woman who believes in true love, warmth and togetherness, Ralph Lauren Romance captures the timeless essence of falling in love – combining the sensual essence of velvety woods, extravagant florals and seductive musk. Give the gift of true romance on the most romantic day of the year with this gift set that includes: the full size Tender Romance fragrance, a travel spray, shower gel and body lotion.
Price: $110, Available at all department stores









DYLAN’S CANDY BAR CHOCOLATE Gift With Purchase
Romance captures the timeless essence of falling in love. This Valentine’s Day, win a complimentary box of Dylan’s Candy Bar chocolates with the purchase of any full size Tender Romance, Romance or Midnight Romance fragrance. You can also record a personal note for your loved one and it will play when she opens it.
Price: $96, Available at all department stores

ittse Eye Shadow

I am so excited to bring to you an awesome review of a genius concept that comes from the ittse brand. The brand was kind enough to send me magnetic palette along with a few eye shadows . I love the fact that I can pick a choose what I take with me for the day or for the evening. I like to keep things super simple when I take things on the go. A few shades of eyeshadow  usually no more than 3-4 to create a nice simple look. The fact the palette is customizable and portable  just makes me so happy, the ittse brand also lets you  choose what shades of eye shadows you want to fill the beautiful magnetic (that's what holds the pots of makeup in) palette. To learn more and buy yours visit ittse

The ittse brand is gluten-free, paraben-free, cruelty-free, and come in eco-friendly packaging. the magnetic palette is a one time purchase and you purchase refill pans separately, when you need them. The color payoff is amazing and they are all blendable high quality cosmetics. The eye shadows come in matte, pearl and sparkle. I love that we can pick and choose what shades we want to put into our palettes and as a makeup love I pay for the exact shades I want! I am giving this ittse eye shadows and palette all a 5 $$$$$ because it is a high quality cosmetics in an awesome palette that you customize to yourself! That makes this a beauty bag must have for everyday use as well as for taking along with you on the go!

To purchase visit ittse

NOTE: I RECEIVED ittse Eye Shadow and customizable palette AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW!

NEW Physicians Formula InstaReady for Face

#BeautyBagDolls I am such a fan of Physicians Formula that its become more of an obsession however its for a good reason. They have really great products and they are always taking it to the next level. I am reviewing 3 brand new products for you from the InstaReady line! They now have Physicians Formula  InstaReady Face Primer SPF 18, InstaReady Full Coverage Concealer SPF 18 and InstaReady Setting Spray. Each of these are just fabulous used together or individually depending on your needs.
These four products together make your makeup unstoppable! Love love love! Beauty bag must!

I have been a fan of primers for a long time now granted I didn't think much of them at first ( I was annoyed with the extra step) it wasn't  until I had great results that I became such a fan! The Physician's Formula mattifying InstaReady Face Primer with Broad Spectrum SPF 18 provides weightless, invisible coverage that preps skin to create a perfect canvas for flawless application. This is a great primer it Blurs pores, fine lines, imperfections, absorbs instantly, extends makeup wear and  is breathable non-greasy. This primer pairs perfect with Physicians Formula InstaReady Full Coverage Concealer SPF 18 which provides full coverage, is weightless, long-wearing, hides imperfections and is budge-resistant and also includes a Pro Blending Tool. Light-reflecting spherical beads, color filter pigments, and high-tech polymers work together to instantly mattify, blur, and visibly retexturize skin while protecting against UVA/UVB damage. Now, the perfect product to use to set your look is the  Physician's Formula InstaReady Setting Spray. This has a lightweight formula that wakes up the skin and finishes makeup keeping it looking perfect and fresh throughout the day. This longwearing, mattifying setting spray delivers selfie-ready makeup for all day wear. High-tech formula works to instantly mattify, blur, and visibly retexturize skin. I am so happy to lock in my makeup for a long day and not have to worry about it! This really works well! I am so happy with all three of these brand new products from Physicians Formula and they get a 5 $$$$$ and they at beauty bag non negotiables that what a must have they are. Available in March 2017 in fine drug stores and mass merchandisers nationwide.

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NOTE: I RECEIVED THE Physicians Formula InstaReady for the face  AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW!

FYI: I have reviewed several Physicians Formula products so please search Physicians Formula in the search bar to learn more.

Monday, January 23, 2017

Physicians Formula Butter Blush Murumuru Blush

#BeautyBagDolls if you have been following over the past few years than you know I had a fear of blush that has faded over the years and now I am a huge fan of blush and one big reason is that Physicians Formula has come out with so many beautiful shades and formulas that fit different skin types. The newest formula in blush from Physicians Formula is their Butter Blush Murumuru Blush which is available in two shades Plum Rose and Natural Glow. Both are beautiful shades and plum rose is one I like to wear at night with more of a dramatic nighttime makeup look. The shade Natural Glow is my everyday daytime look and is just as beautiful.
Adding this blush to your makeup routine will awaken you face and your sense of smell!

The shades are amazing and I must say they are noticeable but once you open these the very first thing you will notice is the scent they smell like summer! It is heaven for me on a cold winter day!Physician's Formula Murumuru Butter Blush has an ultra-luxurious formula, infused with Murumuru Butter, delivers a radiant Brazilian goddess glow! Moisturizing wonder features ultra-refined pearl and soft-focus pigments that smooth skin texture, brighten skin tone, and deliver a gorgeous blushing glow. Incredibly soft and ultra-creamy texture combines the best features of a powder and cream blush. It is infused with a powerful blend of Murumuru Butter, Cupuacu Butter and Tucuma Butter, from the lush and nutrient-rich Amazon. Packed with essential fatty acids and pro-vitamins that soften, condition and moisturize skin, leaving it silky soft.

I am in love with this blush and I love the bendability of the formula it truly is game changing (like velvet) and different than any other blush I have tried! This is a beauty bag must have and 5 $$$$$.  I want also let everyone know that these will be available in fine drug stores and mass retailers in March 2017.

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NOTE: I RECEIVED THE Physicians Formula Butter Blush Murumuru Blush ( in shades Plum Rose and Natural Glow) AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW!

FYI: I have reviewed several Physicians Formula products so please search Physicians Formula in the search bar to learn more.



Sunday, January 22, 2017

Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Highlight & Contour Palette

I am so happy to be bringing you a review of something that is brand new from Physicians Formula it is their Bronze Booster Highlight & Contour Palette. I have them in both shades Shimmer Strobing and Matte Sculpting. These are amazing. I mean they are perfectly pigmented and creamy which is so surprising to me since they look and apply like a powder.
Contouring and Strobing made easy thanks to Physicians Formula


This has the Glow Activator Technology Triple-Action Bronze Booster: Physician's Formula exclusive blend helps to enhance and extend the life of your tan glow and improve skin's clarity and radiance. Physician's Formula must-have Bronze Booster Highlight + Contour Palette features universally-flattering shades in a bendable and buildable shimmer or matte finish. I love these both and sometimes I use both and some days I don't. I also must say this has a great brush that is included. The brush is contoured which is key in helping you apply the product flawlessly. These Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Highlight & Contour Palette hit store shelves in January 2017 and will sale for $14.95 at fine drugstores and mass merchandisers nationwide.

The Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Highlight & Contour Palette is a beauty bag must have and it a 5 $$$$$ for the fact that it will sculpt and highlight your face your way and as always Physicians Formula is made Hypoallergenic, Fragrance free, Paraben free, Gluten free, Dermatologist tested,
Cruelty free, Clinically tested and Oil-free.

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NOTE: I RECEIVED THE Physicians Formula  Bronze Booster Highlight & Contour Palette ( in both shades Shimmer Strobing and Matte Sculpting) AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW!

FYI: I have reviewed several Physicians Formula products so please search Physicians Formula in the search bar to learn more.

Friday, January 20, 2017

Skinny & Co Peppermint Lip Balm

I want to sing I am so happy right now! #BeautyBagDolls I am obsessed with lip balm and now I have found one that does double duty! Double duty yes because the Skinny & Co Peppermint Lip Balm is a nourishing and hydrating lip balm that also seemed to plump up my lips. The peppermint in this lip balm helped plump them which is something I love but hate the extra step when having to apply several things on my lips before lipstick or gloss. So the fact that the  Skinny & Co Peppermint Lip Balm does that for me I am thrilled! I am also a person who pay attention to packaging and the tin lip balm is usually a love hate relationship because I love how fresh the tins keep my lip balm but opening them is a hassle for me with most brands but not Skinny & Co they did it right making the tin packaging a dream to open and close. I must thank Skinny & Co for that detail that is so important.

This is the best lip balm it truly hydrates! A Beauty Bag Must from Skinny & Co




I always use my lip balm at least two or three times a day and this one is more the two times a day type of lip balm. It deeply hydrated my lips which is much needed in the winter months and it really worked quickly. It absorbed without leaving my lips feeling slimy or heavy and it healed any chapped issue I had. The ingredients are simple yet very effective. They are 100% Raw Coconut, Oil Bees, Wax Vitamin E and Peppermint. I am in love with this Skinny & Co Peppermint Lip Balm it is my go to and beauty Bag must have which means it is a 5 $$$$$.


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NOTE: I RECEIVED the Skinny & Co Peppermint Lip Balm AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW

FYI: I reviewed a few other products from this amazing brand so search Skinny & Co in the search bar.

Thursday, January 19, 2017

It's Coming to ULTA It Cosmetics Confidence in a Compact

That's right #ITGirls you have read the headline right! Coming soon is the It Cosmetics Confidence in a Compact at ULTA Beauty! You will be able to purchase this amazing foundation outside of its recent debut at QVC in the Today's Special Value that happened just last week. It will be available in all seven shades and will be sold for $38.00 at Ulta.com on January 31, 2017.

JOIN the ITGirl Superhero team for It Cosmetics here @ http://sot.ag/4QqgY you will earn points for prizes from It Cosmetics.


As you know I have been using this for several weeks already and I do love it! It is absolutely my new favorite and I can actually get my foundation on in about 30 seconds! I have full review on this amazing It Cosmetics Confidence in a Compact here
My personal photo of the Brush and Compact The confidence in a cream is also available at Ulta.com and the eye cream is sold on QVC.com

If you are looking for a fabulous brush to go along with this foundation also debuting soon at Ulta.com is the brush that also came along with the QVC TSV a little less that a week ago. I also reviewed this and you can read it here. This brush will sell for $48.00 which is well worth the price! It Cosmetics brushes are one of the only kind I now use! To purchase on January 31, 2017 the Heavenly Skin Skin Smooth Complexion Brush 704 click here.

I really hope you pick these two products up they area beauty bag must have! They make your skin flawless in seconds and the foundation is infused with skincare it feels like a balm but its a solid serum infused with color pigments! You will love it! I give both the foundation and brush 5 $$$$$ and please click my links above to read my full reviews.

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FYI: I have reviewed several It Cosmetics products so please search It Cosmetics in the search bar to read other reviews.

NOTE: I RECEIVED  It Cosmetics New Year New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection (pictured above) QVC TSV AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW!

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Skinny & Co Raw Soap & Shampoo Bar

Aloha #BeautyBagDolls I have a very special review for you today. I was sent some amazing products from Skinny & Co that have now become my obsession and this is the second part of my three part series of reviews. This one will cover the Skinny & Co Cinnamon Raw Soap and the Skinny & Co Lavender Orange Shampoo Bar (that's right a shampoo bar). These two are now a permanent staple in my bathroom. Read on to learn why.

These two have changed the beauty game! Skinny & Co products are must have!


 The Skinny & Co Raw Soap comes in 5 scents and I received the Cinnamon which is so amazing I mean it smells like a cinnamon roll which is something I have given up since the holidays have passed but I get my dose of it without the calories instead my skin is left clean and hydrated because the ingredient deck is all natural and made with ingredients I can actually pronounce. The ingredient's are as follows; 100% Raw Coconut Oil, Natural Ingredients, Unrefined Palm Oil, Glycerin, Vitamin E and Various Essential Oils. This is a large bar of soap and will last a good long while with daily use. You just run it under warm water to create a lather and then wash away the day while washing in moisture to your skin. I am in love and I cannot get enough of this bar of soap. Nevertheless I am purchasing this again and it is a beauty bag must have getting a 5 $$$$$.

I also got try the Skinny & Co Shampoo Bar which I received in the Lavender Orange scent which is refreshing, invigorating and just so great for your hair. I never ever used a Shampoo Bar until the Skinny & Co Shampoo Bar but it is so easy to use. Just wet your hair, run the bar under warm water and lather it up. Wash your hair and rinse. There ae not added toxins, parabens and it will not build up in your hair. Instead it deeply hydrates which is something my hair is in desperate need of. My hair type is always more on the dry side but at this time of the year it is extra dry and I can honestly say that this is the first shampoo that really hydrated the strands of my hair to the point where by the time I use it a second and third time I skipped using my conditioner because it almost reversed the good that the Skinny & Co Shampoo Bar did. So I now cleanse twice with the shampoo bar and skip conditioner, instead I prefer to take a small amount of the Skinny & Co Coconut Oil and rub in a small amount into my ends after I come out of the shower. The Shampoo Bar nourishes my hair and scalp keeping it hydrated and clean this is a beauty bag must and a 5 $$$$$.

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NOTE: I RECEIVED the Skinny & Co Raw Soap and Shampoo Bar AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLES TO TEST AND REVIEW

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Monday, January 16, 2017

Skinny & Co Coconut Oil

#BeautyBagDolls I am so proud to be bringing you part 1 of a 3 part review of Skinny & Co coconut products. The first part today is going to be about the Skinny & Co Coconut Oil Some information about the coconut oil   from Skinny & Co is that "Wild-Harvested, not plantation grown, has No chemicals, fillers, or preservatives and is Cold-Processed; Not Just Cold Pressed."

A Beauty Bag must that you can also keep in your pantry! Now that's a double duty product everyone needs!


I first used the Skinny & Co Coconut Oil  as a deep conditioning treatment for my hair. It has been much drier now that the winter has dried it out and I just added this in through my ends which deeply hydrated it because after I shampooed with  the Skinny & Co Shampoo bar (review to come) I could feel the difference. I also used this to condition my eyelashes and eye brows. I also melted some for the heals of my feet which are always so dry at this time of the year, put some on your cuticles, elbow, knees and in all honesty its an amazing full body moisturizer. My skin just drinks it in. The best part is I also found ways I could use it in the kitchen because it is 100% Raw Coconut Oil. The first thing I use it in was in my morning coffee, it was so delicious in fact it really made my usually unsweetened coffee much better. I also used it in place of regular oil when cooking and baking! It worked great just the other day when baking a chocolate cake I used it to oil the pan and the cake came right out of the pan after cooling. I am in love with this Skinny & Co Coconut oil! I give this a 5 $$$$$ and must say it is a beauty and pantry staple!

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Friday, January 13, 2017

It Cosmetics New Year New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection QVC TSV 1/14/16

Its happening #ITGirls and #BeautyBagDolls It Cosmetics has given the It girls and guys just what they wanted a QVC Today's Special Value that has skincare included it the It Cosmetics New Year, New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection 4- Piece Skincare Collection. This beautifully packaged TSV will be on sale for one day only January 14, 2017 starting at 12AM  The price is $79.96 and Free Shipping and Handling. Item number: A287731 and you now 7 shades to choose from Fair, Light, Medium, Medium Tan, Tan, Rich and Deep.
The It Cosmetics New Year New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection is a must have because It Cosmetics has married Skincare with makeup beautifully!

When I saw what was in this TSV I was thrilled because two of the pieces are already my favorite everyday beauty product that I use and the other two are brand new! The amazing kit is described as
an exclusive four-piece collection features two of your IT Girl skincare must-haves, plus two new game-changing innovations that deliver life-changing, skin-transforming results! While new Bye Bye Under Eye Eye Cream is your solution for a smoother, brighter-looking eye area, Confidence in a Cream intensely hydrates and is perfect for all skin types! Also included is your new Confidence in a Compact with SPF 50+, which features all the benefits of your best-selling cream—infused with full-coverage pigments and SPF 50+ physical sunscreen for all-day complexion perfection. Use your new Heavenly Skin Skin-Smoothing Complexion Brush for flawlessly even application and get compliments on your skin, not your makeup!

I have been using Bye Bye Under Eye Eye Cream since its debut in September and I absolutely love the results in fact this one is going to be my third jar.  Bye Bye Under Eye Eye Cream is made just for fine lines and wrinkles, dark circles and puffiness. Most morning I have some puffiness and at times the dark circles accompany the puffiness. I usually only use an eye cream in the evenings because I have had bad experiences with them as in irritation and sensitively, I mean to the point where my eyes tear so bad I couldn't apply eye makeup in morning and go on about my day normally. That has all changed thanks to the It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Eye Cream. It also DOES NOT IRRITATE my sensitive eyes! I am thrilled to report that if I apply this in the AM before makeup my eyes have no issues in fact my fines lines had softened within a week and I love when I apply it PM and wake up in the AM I do not have puffiness or dark circles. The hydration around my eye area improved immediately and with ingredients such as anti-aging copper, blue algae, caffeine, Vitamin C, collagen, cucumber extract and peptides I now know why I have such great results. The eye cream has a blue tint to it which is what helps brighten the eye area upon application and I love that effect when I apply this in the morning after not getting enough sleep. It Cosmetics  Bye Bye Under Eye Eye Cream feels great on my skin and absorbs quickly.
The Bye Bye Eye Eye Cream has helped with fine lines and dark circles which makes my day!

Confidence in a Cream is a staple in my routine for close to a year now and I have gone through 3 jars plus a travel size mini. This is a must have for me and I have also reviewed this before. This is an amazing transforming moisturizing super cream that is for all skin types, which means its perfect for anyone like me with acne prone skin that is super sensitive. I must also note that it does have a lemon scent to it which is my favorite scent when it comes to a face cream, it was not irritating to me at all in fact it is refreshing. A little more background information about It Cosmetics Confidence In A Cream is that it "nourishes your skin with collagen, hyaluronic acid, peptides, ceramides, antioxidants and colloidal oatmeal to help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while improving the texture of your skin and delivering the ideal amount of moisture." My personal experience has been nothing but perfection for my imperfect skin. After the first use and just about 5 minutes after applying Confidence In A Cream to my neck, décolletage and face I noticed that it absorbed within a minute, didn't feel greasy or heavy and my fine lines around my eyes plumped up and look smooth. I also felt that my chest, neck and face had the perfect amount of moisture. After using it morning and night for about 5 days I could see that the subtle but noticeable to me fine lines on my décolletage and forehead had softened and my pores were non existent. Around day 12-14 I was thrilled that my acne scars lightened to the point were I did not need concealer and I am HAPPY to report I didn't breakout at all, as not from the Confidence In A Cream and as in Confidence In A Cream balanced my skin. I don't know how it did it but it did. I am pretty sure it balanced the amount of hydration my skin need to stay clear of acne. My skin feels silky smooth, looks glowing and has gotten better and better each day that passes. Fine lines around non-existent along with pores, acne and acne marks of the past! I want to SING my PRAISES for It Cosmetics Confidence In A Cream but I am not a singer so instead I will suggest that you grab this TSV from QVC while it is available because the price of this cream alone is worth the entire kit itself!
This is a moisturizer that has helped balanced my combination acne prone skin. It really is Confidence in a Cream.

The next product is a brand new edition to the It Cosmetics line and it the  Confidence in a Compact with SPF 50+, which features all the benefits of your best-selling cream—infused with full-coverage pigments and SPF 50+ physical sunscreen for all-day complexion perfection. This is WOW I mean a full coverage foundation that is a solid super cream just truly changed the game and yes of course it has SPF 50+ physical sunscreen. I mean you only need very little on the Heavenly Skin Skin-Smoothing Complexion Brush also included in the TSV New Year New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection. I press my brush into this compact and buff it onto my skin and the coverage is instant. It feels cool on my skin and the coverage is buildable from light to a good medium coverage. My acne scars and redness disappears instantly and the formula never sits in my fine lines or wrinkles. Oh and I love the dewy/glowy finish, its beautiful!  The groundbreaking solid serum technology combined  with a super ceramide complex, hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid and squalene give you the look of your most youthful, flawless skin and with my Birthday being just a few days ago I can honestly say no one thinks I am the age I am when I wear It Cosmetics makeup and skincare line!
This is an amazing solid serum foundation that is full coverage and good for my skin, combine it with the Heavenly Skin Skin-Smoothing Complexion Brush for flawless and even application.

Finally, the brush that is included called Heavenly Skin Skin-Smoothing Complexion Brush is just amazing angled perfectly to get into the contours of you face including under your eye area and around your nose for even flawless application is just a dream. I mean It Cosmetics brushes have been my favorite for a very long time now and they have truly kicked it up when the brush hair itself has skincare infused right into it! Of course it is custom cut like all of their brushes and the hair itself is designed to optically blur away the look of imperfections so combined with the New Confidence in a Compact with SPF 50 these are a match made in makeup and skincare heaven!
The It Cosmetics New Year New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection QVC TSV comes beautifully packed to give as a gift or gift to yourself in the New Year.

This entire Today's Special Value is a skincare and makeup lovers dream come true! I am a huge follower/fan and loyal user of It Cosmetics and I say grab this for you, a friend and family member to gift because this type of value from It Cosmetics with Skincare and Makeup include in one kit is an absolute must have and of course a 5 $$$$$ If you are new the skincare like Confidence in a cream or bye bye under eye eye cream than this is the perfect way to start a new skincare regime in the new year and the Confidence in A Compact Skin-Transforming Full Coverage Solid Super Serum foundation  along with the Heavely Skin Skin-Smoothing Complexion Brush will become your new favorite makeup like it did mine! Happy Shopping and remember this It Cosmetics New Year New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection  on SALE for $79.98 and is well worth the money but ONE DAY ONLY at QVC Item Number: A287731 will it cost you $79.98 I am purchasing two additional kits for myself and two as gifts because the deal is out of this world good and the products are amazing!

EXTRA LOVE From Anna:
This kit gets a lot of extra love because it is the perfect way to kick off your new year. The It Cosmetics New Year New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection gets you started with great skincare with the eye cream and moisturizer and continues it with the BRAND NEW Confidence in a Compact foundation Solid Serum with SPF 50+  for flawless and even completion. The ingredients are good for you skin and the It Cosmetics brush helps you get into all the contours of your face evenly distributing the product! This TSV is such a great way to start the year with new skicare and makeup it is what so many dedicated It Cosmetics fans has been waiting for in a TSV and Jamie and the It Cosmetics team did not disappoint! Pick It up now while it is on sale for one day only! January 14, 2017.

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NOTE: I RECEIVED  It Cosmetics New Year New Confidence in Your Skin 4 Piece Collection QVC TSV AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW!

Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Hershey's Kisses Flavored Lip Balm

Hi #BeautyBagDolls I am so happy to be bringing you a very special review of the Limited Edition Hershey's Kisses Vanilla Crème Flavored Lip Balm. I was lucky enough to snag one of these little gems at Target and I was so happy to. It was the only flavor I saw available at my local target and I was thrilled because I am a fan of Vanilla Crème and I am a lip balm addict. I will buy and try several each week if I must to find the perfect one for my lips which are pretty sensitive. I mean I have tried some of the most expensive lip balm brands and they have left my lips feeling worse than how they started!
Not only is this adorable packaging it is effective lip balm!

Grab this Hershey's Kisses lip balm and I can tell you will fall in love with this beauty bag must!

This lip balm that only costs $2.99 at Target is a dream. It glides on smoothly and you can immediately feel that there is Jojoba oil and Shea Butter in this lip balm because it moisturizes quickly and lasts for a few hours before you feel that need to reapply. The flavor is really nice on your lips and yes you can wear it as is because it is clear or apply your favorite lipstick, lip stain or lip gloss on top. I love this lip balm and wish I had grabbed more because when I went back a few days later they were gone at my local Target store the next time I am out of town I will be searching the Target in that area. This is a 5 $$$$$ for effectiveness and value.

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Friday, January 6, 2017

It Cosmetics Confidence In A Compact Full Coverage Solid Super Serum

MAJOR UPDATE 1/11/17 &1/14/17: I have an important update since posting this sneak peek. This brand new foundation now comes in additional shades that It Cosmetics is introducing later this week! 7 shades total which are described as follows:
Fair: porcelain skin; fairest of the fair

  • Light: if you have a bit more warmth to your skin
  • Medium: light to medium skin tones
  • Medium Tan: if you have a warm or golden-medium skin tone
  • Tan: tan skin tones
  • Rich: tan to rich skin with golden tones
  • Deep: rich to deep skin with a warmer tones

  • UPDATE 1/14/17 The secret is out Now live my full TSV review here.
    This is amazing news and I have it in the Medium shade. More details to come around midnight on Saturday January 14, 2017. Also see my latest TWEET and PIN on Pinterest if you click my links below. See my blogger information above to join the IT Superhero club.

    I have some breaking news in the beauty world. A brand new product will makes its debut #BeautyBagDolls and #ITGirls. It is called It Cosmetics Confidence In A Compact with SPF 50+ sun protection. It features all the benefits of a best-selling cream but it is infused with full-coverage pigments  for all-day complexion perfection. I will include a photo below but its just a sneak peek more photos to come later this month!

    I am just going to put it out there this is love at first application! Newest Beauty Bag Must in the New Year!



    This is WOW I mean a full coverage foundation that is a solid super cream just truly changed the game! I cannot say to much more just that it will debut on QVC  later this month! I will have a full review on the day of its debut around midnight! Ask me questions if you would like and feel free to share this information!

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    NOTE: I RECEIVED  It Cosmetics Confidence In A Compact w/SPF 50 AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW!

    Tuesday, January 3, 2017

    It Cosmetics Hello Light Anti-Aging Powder Luminzer (New Shades)

    Hello #BeautyBagDolls and #ITGirls I am so happy today to bring you a quick little sneak peek of a product from It Cosmetics that is added new shades. I have the original and love it dearly but now I am thrilled that the shade range has grown in the It Cosmetics Hello Light Anti-Aging Powder Luminzer. I love to highlight probably more than I love to contour and I love to contour so when It Cosmetics revealed not one new shade but three new shades I squealed in glee! The original shade is Radiance and I have used it for years. The three new shades are: G-Loey which is a glowing champagne shade, Bela Brilliance which is a ombre gold shade and Millennium Rose which is a rose gold shade. These three shades are a limited edition and were created by IT Girl Contest winners. To purchase these visit It Cosmetics website because they are an online exclusive.

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    The benefits are: Brightens, hydrates and awakens your skin without settling into lines and wrinkles



  • Drops of Light Technology delivers a youthful, lit-from-within glow
  • Universal shade looks flawless on all skin types and tones
  • Anti-aging peptides, hydrolyzed collagen and real silk create your most supple, healthy-looking complexion!

  • Hello Light Limited Edition IT Girl™ Vlogger Anti-Aging Illumiating Powder Main Image - Bela Brilliance
    Bela Brilliance
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    G-Loey


    Hello Light Limited Edition IT Girl™ Vlogger Anti-Aging Illumiating Powder Main Image - Millennium Rose
    Millenium Rose





    I am hoping to get a press sample if not I am going to be buying these and I will update you on my final thoughts I know that these shades look wonderful and will go with my skin tone beautifully! It for me is a beauty bag must have because I know how amazing their original shade in the Hello Light Anti-Aging Powder Luminizer.

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