Vaseline Lip Therapy Cocoa Butter.

Last fall, Vaseline proved big things really do come in small packages with the launch of Vaseline® Lip Therapy® Mini Original. Did you see this adorable mini jar yet? It is a mini version of the traditional Vaseline Petroleum Jelly jar meant for using as a lip balm.  This year, Vaseline is turning another classic favorite into another convenient portable size with the launch of Vaseline® Lip Therapy® Mini Cocoa Butter!

This must-have beauty accessory contains effective petrolatum in a cocoa/vanilla flavor and scent, and is available in another cute on-the-go size. Of course the Vaseline® Lip Therapy® Mini Cocoa Butter works to instantly soften lips and lock in moisture – yum.  

I use this at night, right before I go to bed. My lips actually feel better and are left glowing by morning.

Look for the Vaseline® Lip Therapy® Mini Cocoa Butter at your favorite drugstore right now. It has a suggested retail price of $1.99.

Fall 2012: M·A·C Face and Body.

One of my very first M·A·C foundations was Face and Body Foundation. I love the light and liquid texture.  I could never wear it one it's own, because I need more coverage than that. But, I would use that and then Studio Fix Powder over it and my face was perfect. Anyway, it is a wonderful water based formula that is one of the best I have ever used. M·A·C actually has an entire line up of shades just for beautifying, contouring and perfecting the face; it is the new and updated Face and Body.

The collection includes the Face and Body Foundation shades, four new Pro Sculpting Creams and how exciting is this, Pressed Pigments!

Three formulas: Face and Body Foundation’s water-based, anti-oxidant-rich liquid goes on smoothly for up to 8 hours of natural-looking wear. Pro Sculpting Cream, in two original and four new limited-edition shades, creates dimension and definition using natural tones. Lightweight, soothing and vitamin-rich. New Pressed Pigment in six, limited-edition, pearlescent shades are creamy and highly concentrated. Apply dry for a subtle and sophisticated translucent finish or wet for high-shine, dramatic dimension.

Face and Body Foundtion - $27.00
C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, N1, N2, N3, N5, N7, N9

Brushes

• 215 - Medium Shader - $25.00
• 163 Flat Contour  - $35.00

Pressed Pigment - $21.00

• Light Touch - High pearl powder in W10
• Warming Heart - High pearl powder in NW20
• Day Gleam - High pearl powder in NC30
• Spot Lit - High pearl powder in NW35
• Beaming - High pearl powder in NC50
• Deeply Dashing -  High pearl powder in NW55

Pro Sculpting Cream - $20.00

• Accentuate - Peachy beige
• Naturally Defined - Warm beige
• Pure Sculpture - Neutral pink beige
• Copper Beech - Warm golden brown
• Coffee Walnut - Deep dirty, cool brown
• Richly Honed - Warm deep brown

The Pressed Pigments are beautiful for highlighting the skin. I use Day Gleam, which is NC 30; my perfect foundation shade color.

MAC Pressed Pigment Day Gleam

I like to apply this with my index finger and do some quick and swift blending. I apply it right beneath my brow bone and then on the very tops of my cheekbones, like I would any highlighter. It starts off very sparkly, but looks beautiful and actually more subtle than one would think after my face is totally blended.

The shade Spot Lit is also beautiful, in a warmer, more pink tone.

MAC Pressed Pigment Spot Lit

All of the new Face and Body products are available right now at all M·A·C locations and online at maccosmetics.com

Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy.

Have you seen the beautiful Heidi Klum in the Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy commercials? The premise behind the new line of shampoo and conditioners is that beautiful hair begins with a beautiful scalp.

You know I firmly believe that beautiful makeup begins with beautiful skin (meaning heavy duty skin care), so I can definitely relate to this. It's true. To feed the ends of the hair, we have to nourish where hair begins, and this is the scalp. All of the Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy products are designed to do just that, and fast. In just 7 days after using Clear Shampoo & Conditioner, your hair will be so much better for doing so.

Select the perfect products according to your hair needs.

Total Care - for all hair types
This duo is formulated with an advanced moisture complex of vitamins and nutrients, to gently cleanse and nourish as it helps to restore the scalp's natural moisture balance.

Damage & Color Repair - for damaged and colored hair

This formula is gentle and color-safe to cleanse and nourish the scalp. It also adds advanced protection from daily damage.

Volumizing Root Boost - for hair in need of volume

This special nourishing, lightweight formula allows all day volume and body from root to tip.

Strong Lengths - for weak hair prone to breakage

This formula contains a rich, strengthening serum to nourish and protect hair that is prone to breakage.

Moisturizing Dry Scalp - for dry scalp and hair
This extra rich formula contains two times the moisturization to cleanse and nourish the dry scalp and help restore natural moisture balance.

Complete Care - for dandruff prone scalps and hair
This formula is specially formulated to nourish the scalp deeply and help eliminate dandruff.

Ultra Shea - for extra dry scalps and hair

This formula is infused with Nurtium 10 Moisture Lock, which is a non-greasy nourishing complex, enriched with shea butter and natural oils to quench dryness while locking in moisture.

Have you tried these new products yet? Look for the complete line up at drugstores and mass retailers now. Each bottle retails for around $5.00 depending on where you live.