Cameron Diaz: An Introduction to Self Tanner and Bronzers.

I think that Cameron Diaz is absolutely darling. And she looked beautiful at the Academy Awards last night - with one exception. Her tan lines! Someone needs to tell Cameron about the wonders of self-tanners and bronzers.

With so many bronzers, temporary tanners and long-lasting self-tanners, there was just no excuse for this fashion faux paus. 

 

Some easy remedies to blend in tan lines:
Bronzers
Guerlain Terracotta Bronzer - $42
Tarte Mineral Powder Bronzer - $28
CARGO Bronzer - $25

Instant/Temporary Tanners
LORAC TANtalizer Body Bronzer - $30
Benefit Cosmetics Jiffy Tan - $24
Sephora Super Sheen Bronzing Mist - $12

Self-Tanners
ModelCo Tan Airbrush in a Can -  $36
Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel - $30
Xen Tan Mist Intense - $29

At long last Cameron blend, blend, and blend some more!  Those tan lines can really be blended away in very little time.

Lancome Nutrix Royal Body Cream.

I love thick, rich body creams. Sometimes, even in the harshest and driest of winters though, a thick cream can be too much, especially during the day. This is why I have become very dependent on various shea butter formulaes. I have found a new body cream, though that has changed my thoughts, my ways, and my skin.

Meet Lancome Nutrix Royal Body Cream. This cream is very similar to a whipped shea butter, though it appears much firmer until you dig your fingers into it.  The smell is strong, at first, but it dries down to a soft, almost powdery, light floral scent.

 

Nutrix Royal Body Cream is made with Royal Lipideum, which is a patented technology enriched with Royal Jelly that supplements your skin's own natural lipids for intense hydration.

Within just a few days use, my dry patchy knees and elbows are so much softer. I generally use this right in the shower after I turn off the water. I like to rub it into my skin while I am still wet as to get rid of any heavy or thick cream feel. At night, I have even been smoothing this rich cream over my feet, making them look, feel, and evn smell divine.

This wonder cream from Lancome retails for $34.00. If for some reason you are afraid of a thicker cream (which there really isn't a need to be in this case) or generally prefer a lotion, there is also a Nutrix Royal Body Lotion available as well.
 

Laura Mercier Chocolate Truffle Bath & Body Collection.

Just because I do not indulge in the eating of chocolate today, does not mean that I do not enjoy the fabulous bath and body treats in luxurious chocolate scents. My pick this year - these beautiful pieces from the Laura Mercier Chocolate Truffle Bath & Body Collection.

Unfortunately, all of the items are sold separately, but are worth it each and every one. Imagine this all boxed together in a gorgeous gold box with brown bow - with a single rose wrapped in the bow. Perfect for a last minute gift today, don't you think? 

Whether it is one piece or all of them, these pieces are the ultimate in chocolate luxury:Souffle Body Creme $55, Honey Bath $40, Creme Body Wash $36, Candle $42.

Yum!!!