Maybelline Color Sensational High Shine Gloss.

Earlier this fall, Maybelline New York launched an even better lipgloss - Color Sensational High Shine Gloss. The gloss promises to be better pigmented with a longer lasting gloss. 

I am happy to report that Maybelline outdid themselves as the High Shine Gloss lives up to that promise and then some.

I'm actually a bit obsessed with these glosses. Form the subtle fruit flavor, which almost reminds me of a baby aspirin flavor, to the super pigmented color and the feel, I am loving these glosses!

Color Sensational High Shine Gloss is super glossy with its wax free formula. The gloss delivers a high shine and a ton of pigment. They almost stain the lips with color; that's how strong the pigment is.

Twelve covetable shades are available. I dare you to buy just one.

• Almond Crush
• Glisten Up Pink
• One Shine Day
• Captivating Coral
• Luminous Latte
• Iced Chocolate
• Mocha-Mazing
• Gleaming Grenadine
• Electric Shock
• Raspberry Reflections
• Mirrored Mauve
• Plum Luster

I have four of the shades that I have been wearing and loving. Dare I say these have replaced my high priced luxe glosses that I normally wear? Don't tell anyone!

Maybelline New York Color Sensational High Shine Gloss retails for $5.99 each at your favorite drugstore or mass retailer now.

Holiday 2012: Holiday Skincare Survival Guide.

The holidays are not just bad for the diet (hello Christmas cookies and endless parties), but the season is stressful on your skin too. There are so many hidden triggers that can aggravate skin sensitivities. I'm talking stress, cold temperatures and traveling.

Simple® skincare dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Segal gave me some info on the season's top sensitive skin triggers. Of course she depends on Simple skincare products to correct the sensitivities, so that we can have healthy looking skin well into the new year.

Cold Temperatures
Exposure to cold weather and whipping winds can throw off skin's moistures balance, resulting in chapped, scaling skin.

Dr. Segal says, "Irritated winter skin does not mean abandoning a regular routine. To bring back a healthy glow, seek products that are formulated to gently cleanser and nourish skin. Use a 100% soap-free cleanser like Simple® Moisturizing Facial Wash. It is perfect even for sensitive skin because like all Simple® products, it is free of harsh irritants, dyes or artificial perfumes."

Stress
Somewhere between marathon shopping sprees, gearing up for guests and staying out late, stress starts to take over.

Dr. Segal says, "To quickly fix under eye circles, I recommend the Simple® Revitalizing Eye Roll-On. Skin irregularities strike when defenses are down. The secret weapon wakes up tired eyes by instantly cooling and gently massaging the eye area to remove puffiness."

Travel
Whether flying first class or coach this season, one thing is always the same - dry recirculated cabin air can deplete skin's natural moisture.

Dr. Segal says, " To make the most of a bade beauty situation and ward off dull, dehydrated skin, get ahead of the game by liberally applying an intense moisturizer before flying and again after landing. Simple® Replenishing Rich Moisturizer keeps skin moisturized for 12 hours and contains skin loving ingredients like glycerin to replenish lost hydration."

Simple® skin care product are available at mass retailers and select drugstores nationwide. For more information an product details, visit simpleskincare.com.

Benefit Fine One One Sheer Brightening Color for Cheeks & Lips.

When looking to add a little pop of color to both cheeks and lips, turn to the new Benefit Cosmetics Fine One One. Fine One One is an all in one Sheer Brightening Color for Cheeks & Lips that will not just get you through the holiday party season, but all year long.

This sheer brightening cheek & lip trio gives your look an instant pop of color, no matter how soft or bright you want it. The dial up stick (that looks like deodorant) contains three shades that make the perfectly natural looking coral/pink flush. Pink champagne, sheer watermelon and soft coral glide onto cheeks easily and just make them look bright and healthy.

The color actually applies in stripes as it looks in the container, but just blend with fingers to get the perfect pop of pretty color. The color is really gorgeous and it does brighten cheeks. It is also made for lips and can be applied by swiping a finger or brush on top of the stick, but I'm saving this one just for my cheeks.

Fine One One is available at benefitcosmetics.com and at Sephora for $30.00.