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Video for $plurge or $ave? ~ Summer Beauty Essentials

By Melody Iafelice on May 31st, 2012   /   Uncategorized   /   Leave a comment

 

Hello Gorgeous Gals,

Here is the CTV Morning Live TV segment that features yesterdays blog post items.

I confessed admitted to a personal choice in the video after saying I wouldn’t (I’d squeal under a bright light in a cold interrogation room LOL)

So here’s the rest of my picks:

  • Clarins Suncare ($34 CAD)for myself  but I would take the L’Oreal Ombrelle ($13.97 CAD) for the kids, as you use way to much every summer to pay top dollar for it ; )
  • Guerlain Terracotta 4 Seasons Bronzer Blew the budget on this one ($82 CAD) but the matte finish and multi-shades truly made it an ‘adjustable’ (use light or dark shades depending on season/level of existing tan) year round item. You can always add a hi-lighter on top to give a subtle shimmer.
  • L’Oreal Voluminous waterproof, I don’t like to pay high prices for mascara and for an item that I may use a handful of times during the summer, that would be $$ down the drain! It’s was under $7 CAD.
  • Maybelline Baby Lips, feels great on, love the subtle tint and can’t beat SPF 20, the price (under $7 CAD)  made it easy to own several shades and always have one on hand.

 

Ciao Bellas,

Until Next Time ~ Melody xo

 

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Top 4 Summer Beauty Essentials ~ $plurge or $ave?

By Melody Iafelice on May 30th, 2012   /   Uncategorized   /   Leave a comment

Hello Gorgeous Gals,

I’m so excited to bring my $plurge or $ave posts to life by way of  a new series of beauty segments to CTV Morning Live, starting this morning.

I’ve paired products from within the same category, share similarities, but are opposites in price range so there is something for everyone’s wants, needs and budget…I just narrow the search for you (saving time & frustration) It’s up to you to check out each item further before you decide on what/when to $plurge or $ave!   

SPF for the Body

Clarins Sun Care Cream SPF 20 ($34 CAD – Shoppers Drugmart) They have a fab reputation with their skincare and their SPF collection is just as great. They boast several items and levels of SPF. I’ve used it for a few years with positive results everytime.  The L’Oreal Ombrelle SPF 60 ($13.97 CAD Walmart) may say its for kids but they have a few levels of SPF, waterproof, fragrance free formulas, great for anyone with delicate skin.

Bronzing Powders for the Face

Guerlain’s Terracotta 4 Seasons Bronzing Powder (in 2 shades – $82 CAD – Shoppers Drug Mart) is a matte version, great when you don’t want shimmer and can be used year round as you dip into dark or light sections as needed…more ‘sunkissed’ than fake tan. Rimmel Match Perfection (2 shades $7.98 CAD- Walmart) is pretty darn close to being fully matte as compared to all the other Rimmel bronzers. The trouble with shimmery bronzers is that they give more hi-light than color and start to look cheap when over applied (regardless of the brand)

Waterproof Mascara

One thing I have learned over the years….never mess with a gal and her mascara ; ) I don’t suggest using a waterproof mascara for everyday as it can dry out & cause brittle lashes over time. If you need staying power try the water resistant ones first. However when a waterproof one is needed, be it for a wedding or a pool/beach party then you need to head straight for the mascara geniuses. Lancome Hypnose Mascara waterproof  ($31 CAD – Shoppers Drugmart) Lancome mascara have a cult following and Hypnose is one of the popular ones…get volume and waterproofing!    L’Oreal Voluminous waterproof ($6.72 CAD – Walmart) is of course the ‘sister’ brand to Lancome, so there is good reason why all the formulas are similar ; ) Just saying! Voluminous has been around forever cause it works. (reminder to read the package to make sure it’s the waterproof one you picked up)

Tinted LipBalms with SPF

Dior Addict Lip Glow ($35 CAD – Shoppers Drugmart) Yes it’s a luxury brand, but it moisturizes, glistens, feels great on, has several shades, SPF 10 and pretty to pull out of your purse. Maybelline Baby Lips (under $7 CAD – Shoppers Drugmart) Highly moisturizing, SPF 20 and 5 shades (1 clear) stock up with multiple shades, great for the beach bag and you won’t cry if you loose it.

What are your favourite Summer Makeup Essentials?

What do you prefer to $plurge or $ave on?

I’d love to hear what product pairs you’d like to see in future segments/posts.

Ciao Bellas

Until Next Time ~ Melody xo

 

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Beauty Gifts (not just) for Mother’s Day

By Melody Iafelice on May 4th, 2012   /   Uncategorized   /   Leave a comment

Hello Gorgeous Gals & Beauty Lovers,

Here are a few fantastic gift ideas for Mother’s Day. They’re also amazing for a bride-to-be, bridesmaids or any FAB woman you know, including yourself of course ; )          I found them all at Sephora.

Alterna Bamboo Color Care UV+ Fluid (75ml $27.50 CAD)

Love the idea of UVA/UVB protection for hair. This lightweight fluid helps to shield hair with a UVA/UVB barrier to fade-proof colour, while adding in vibrancy & multi-dimensional shine. As a gal who colours her hair, proctecting it from fading is important. Usage: Apply it alone or mix with your fave styling product on towel dryed hair or use after styling as a shine enhancer.

fresh  Rose Face Mask (100ml $63.00 CAD)

 Every once in awhile our facial skin needs extra hydration regardless of the season, age or skin type. This hydrating and toning treatment is made to rejuvenate and relax the skin with a much needed moisture infusion made up of crushed rose petals that just melt into the skin, among other benefits and ingredients. It looks like one of Granny’s homemade recipes. Usage: Just apply with your fingers onto cleansed skin, wait 5-10 minutes then rinse off. Seeing as it doesn’t dry, apply the mask then relax in a hot bath.

fresh SAKE BATH  (400ml $92.00  CAD)

Three words:…I want this!!!            ”Inspired by the Japanese Geisha bathing ritual of perfuming baths with real peaches, this Fresh Rice Sake Bath includes an infusion of exquisite fruit and 38% real sake for an unparalleled sensorial experience. This delicately foaming, therapeutic soak increases circulation and body temperature, inducing a purifying sweat to eliminate toxins. Sake also contains enzymes that hydrate and smooth the skin’s appearance. It is further enriched with pine extract, which promotes easy breathing and pure ginger to render muscles pliable and relaxed“

      Caudalie Crushed Cabernet Scrub (150g $29.00CAD

Caudalie Foot Cream (75ml $15.00CAD)

While this signature, natural wine-inspired scrub is made for the body as it provides strong exfoliation, drains, softens and nourishes the skin while adding in intense hydration. It also works magic in smoothing feet.

Follow with the ultra-healing foot cream for pretty feet whenever you want. You’ll get a dozen (maybe more) foot scrubs out of this jar (only a little bit is needed) Usage: Soak feet if you can for 5-10 minutes. Apply a small amount of scrub into palms of hands, then massage onto feet. If the scrub feels ‘dry’, simply wet hands and continue massaging. Rinse, pat dry. Work in the foot cream.

Sephora Favourites Fragrance Samplers ($45.00CAD/set)

Fragrance is a wonderful and personal gift. Yet choosing for someone else can be a challenge. You can give the luxury of fragrance and still leave the choice up to her, just try either of these sets: The Fresh Florals or The Captivators. Both have five deluxe samples that give her enough to really discover a new scent and they make for great travel companions.

Happy Shopping!!!

Ciao Bellas,

Until Next Time, Melody xo

 

 

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