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Prescriptives Every woman searches for just the right foundation, and we have found it in the Prescriptives AnyWear Multi-Purpose Makeup Stick SPF 15.

This dream foundation comes in stick form, is incredibly easy to apply, and is multi-purpose.

It can be applied all over as a foundation or used here and there to cover up zits and mask dark circles.

It even comes in a set of 2 which makes it convenient, because then you can keep one at home in your makeup stash and take one on the go with you.

Available at Prescriptives and various cosmetics retailers around the globe, this fab foundation is priced very reasonably at just $35.

Get Your Glow on With Cream Blush

Jul 14, 2008 Author: Michelle | Filed under: Celebrities, Colors, Magazines, Makeup, Reviews, Women

When used correctly, cream blush can leave you with a natural, fresh, dewy look that is better than what any powder blush can do.

Cream blush blends more easily and evenly into the skin and is simple to apply. It can take a bit of practice before you get the hang of it however, simply because you are probably so used to applying the basic powder blush and it will take a bit of time to get used to the change.

If you are interested in trying out cream blush cosmetics for yourself, here are a few of your best options.

NARS Creme Blush

NARS Creme Blush

This is definitely one of the top choices for cream blush.

This cream-to-powder cheek color glazes over cheeks with a sheer, glowing finish that is never greasy. Simply apply over freshly moisturized skin or foundation for gorgeous color that will last you the entire day.

Available through the infamous Sephora beauty company, you can find the blush in Cactus Flower, Constantinople, Gold Member, Gueule de Nuit, Lokoum, Montenegro, Penny Lane, and Turkish Red.

Revlon Cream Blush

Revlon Cream Blush

Another top choice, this cream blush by Revlon is available in six different colors: Not So Nude, Just Peachy, Rosy Glow, Blushing Mauve, First Blush, and Berry Flirtatious.

This weightless, creamy formula blends easily into skin, adding a sheer wash of color to your cheeks.

You will never look as fresh and flushed as you will with this magic formula, and after one try you are going to toss that old powder blush right out of your makeup bag.

Bobbi Brown Cream Blush Stick

Bobbi Brown Cream Blush Stick

If you want a cream blush in the easiest, most convenient form possible, you will want to try the Cream Blush Stick by Bobbi Brown.

With it you can create a healthy, natural looking flush on any skin tone. The sheer, lightweight formula really packs in flattering light-diffusers that help to soften the look of fine lines, so you look healthier and younger.

With the Bobbi Brown Cream Blush Stick you can create a look that is fresh and dewy and able to withstand the day without you needing to worry about reapplying.

This cream blush stick is affordable and available in six stunning shades: Clay, Coral, Desert Rose, Dusty Mauve, Pale Pink and Red Berry.

As long as you choose the right color, any of these cream blushes would be worth checking out. You will be amazed at the difference when compared to your standard powder blush, and it is a change you are definitely going to love.

Revlon ColorStay Soft & Smooth Lipcolor I have tried out quite a few lipsticks in my time, believe me, but I have never been able to find one that lasts through the entire day without having to reapply.

Sure it’s not that hard to touch up during the day here and there, but when you really want outstanding lipcolor that you are not going to need to muss and fuss over, it seemed to me as though there were no successful candidates.

That was until I tried out the Revlon ColorStay Soft & Smooth Lipcolor.

With 30 different colors to choose from, I adore this lipstick because it not only lasts the whole day but also it is so soft and smooth that it leaves your lips feeling luscious and moisturized.

For a very affordable price of about $10 you can get this fantastic lipstick for yourself, and I guarantee you will not be disappointed.

To all you makeup divas out there like myself who love a good lipstick that you can hang on to for good and get the results you are looking for, the Revlon ColorStay Soft & Smooth Lipcolor is going to be a perfect option for you.

The best part of all? Revlon offers an entire ColorStay line of eye shadow, lipliner, mascara, and other makeup that you can check out.

We all know how difficult it can be to find a really good beauty product of any sort, and this has never been truer than when it applies to a face cleanser.

I have extremely sensitive skin - you blow on my skin and it goes red for hours. I actually have very good skin, clear and healthy, but very, very sensitive and quite dry.

It has therefore been very hard for me to find a good face wash, one that is going to clean and purify but without over tightening or leaving my skin irritated and itchy.

I have to admit that I already loved Oil of Olay products even before I tried this one, as they are the only ones that have been gentle enough for my delicate skin and which provide it with the moisture that it needs without leaving an oily feeling afterwards.

I was on the hunt for a good face wash so I went to the website Olay For You, where you literally get to pick and choose answers to different questions which are used to determine what the best products are going to be for you.

My results offered a few different product ideas, but the Oil of Olay Gentle Foaming Face Wash With Aloe for Sensitive Skin was the first I wanted to try.

Oil of Olay

The wash comes in a tube and it stands on its top, and is very easy to squeeze out and apply to the face. I love that you only need to use about a dime-sized amount of the wash and it is enough to cleanse your entire face.

It took my makeup off very well, even eyeliner and mascara which is fabulous because I’m used to just using the good ole Oil of Olay soap bar which is fine for that but very drying on my skin.

I was really impressed with this product from Olay because it leaves your skin feeling so moisturized and not super tight and squeaky clean which is important to me. It leaves your skin soft and smooth and yet is tough enough to handle dirt, oil and makeup.

I would definitely recommend this product to anyone, especially those of you who have super sensitive skin as I do and who are looking for a fantastic but affordable product that you can use for the long term.

Aerosol Spray Foundation: The New Cover Up

Apr 15, 2008 Author: Michelle | Filed under: Makeup, News, Reviews, Television

If you have ever watched the hit TV show What Not to Wear, you have seen makeup artist Charmindy applying aerosol spray foundation to the nominees.

A revelation in beauty, this is definitely one of the newest breakthrough advancements in the cosmetics world, and one that definitely caught my interest.

The foundation that Charmindy uses is called ERA Face. It is the first and only patented spray-on foundation that combines long lasting color with a state of the art delivery system.

ERA Face

Applying your foundation has never been easier, and the spray delivery ensures that your face is coated evenly and that there are no unsightly spots or lines.

As stated on La Te Da Beauty Bar:

ERA Face is lightweight, fast and virtually mistake-proof. It contains light diffusing pigments to enhance the skin’s natural healthy glow. ERA Face provides sheer minimal coverage for a natural, less made-up look. For maximum coverage, color can be seamlessly layered to provide completely opaque results while still using minimal product.

With ERA Face you get head to toe perfection, as it can be used not only on the face but also the entire body if you want to cover up scars, moles, or other problem areas on your skin.

It can even completely cover up tattoos, varicose veins, stretchmarks, and skin discolorations.

The foundation is water resistant so it will not rub off on clothing or come off when it gets wet, and yet it can be easily removed with mild soap or a gentle makeup remover.

There are many other advantages offered by the ERA Face foundation as well, including that it is good for the skin. Its unique formulation helps the skin by providing it with vital moisture without clogging pores.

It contains ingredients such as aloe vera and chamomile which means that foundation is not heavy like other makeup, allowing the skin to breathe as a result.

ERA Face is available through a number of retailers, including Amazon, The Shopping Channel, and various other retailers for anywhere from $30-$70 USD.

Revlon 3D Extreme Mascara

Apr 10, 2008 Author: Michelle | Filed under: Colors, Makeup, News, Reviews

All women will know what I am talking about when I say how hard it can be to find just the right mascara.

Depending on how long your lashes are to begin with, how dramatic of a look you want, what color your lashes and hair are…whew!

That is only the beginning, because then you head out to the store only to find hundreds of different little mascara bottles in packages staring back at you. It can be quite intimidating and usually a waste of time anyway because you finally decide on one only to get home and realize that it works nothing like how you thought it would.

I have definitely tried out more than enough mascaras in my life and am happy to say that I have now found the perfect one.

Revlon 3D Extreme Mascara

Revlon 3D Extreme Mascara is definitely my top pick, a mascara that I am happy to continue buying and using.

It offers everything that I want from a mascara. It is light enough to wear a single coat throughout the day without clumping or drying out and yet dramatic enough when you apply a second coat to wear when you are going out for the night.

The mascara wand and brush are smaller than those on mascaras I have used in the past, and so I have to admit that when I first took a look at this teensy thing I almost wanted to go get my ten bucks back right then.

I gave it a try though, and had no regrets after that. Good things really do come in small packages, because this wee little brush is designed - and actually works - to coat each lash, keeping the lashes separate from each other and preventing sticking and clumping.

The Revlon 3D Extreme Mascara, developed by one of my favorite makeup brands Revlon, is a treasure and is definitely the mascara I will be keeping in my makeup bag from now on.

I am not the only one that thinks so either, as some of my favorite sister sites such as Associated Content, Makeup Moxie and Epinions all also had great things to say about it.

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