Blog Profile / The Beauty Alchemist
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| Archived Since: | March 2, 2008 | |
Blog Post Archive
Laura Mercier Summer Nudes- Nails & Lip Glaces
Bare Beige
Want to go nude this Summer? Well if it's the makeup version you're after, Laura Mercier can can help with 6 new LE nail shades and 6 new Lip Glaces, 3 LE, 3 permanent.
Bare Blush
Bare Baby-LE
Pink Diamond-LE
Pout-LE
Quartz
Bare Angel
Bare Haze
Bare Espresso
Bare Mocha
Bare Rose
Frédéric Malle Rubber Incense
It's always fun to find a unique product that also dovetails with one of your favorite things, hence this new scented fragrance mat from Frédéric
Malle.
Called Rubber Incense, I am totally intrigued by this. Malle released these in a very limited run three years ago and now he has tweaked the design and brought out new versions. Show More Summary
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration SPF 30 and After Sun Lotion
It's almost Memorial Day, which means most are gearing up for Summer. No matter what your seasonal plans may be, you know SPF is a must.
If you've got fond memories of that iconic Hawaiin Tropic scent from the oil years ago, you can a slighty different variation in the new SPF 30 Silk Hydration Spray. Show More Summary
Børn & Sofft Fall 2013 Preview
Ok, I know it's just coming on Memorial Day and Summer hasn't begun but in the fashion world Fall is already afoot. At least it's in preview mode.
Two stylish yet comfortable brands, two things that don't often go together, Born and Sofft ( last two images) have some very hot boot looks for Autumn. Show More Summary
Scunci New No Slip Grip Hair Clips
Just in time to pull our hair up for Summer, Scunci has new, stronger hold clips. No Slip Grips have a rubberized little gripper piece inside to help keep the clip in place all day.
I put my hair up most days in Summer now that it's long and I am always looking for cool clips. Show More Summary
Fragrance News- Estee Lauder Modern Muse & Cavin Klein Downtown
Friday was fragrance news day with the announcement of major releases by two big names.
First up is Downtown by Calvin Klein, and the face of the campaign is actress Rooney Mara. CK says the scent " balances feminine woods with soft
floral notes that make it confident and modern with a unique signature and an
unexpected edge". Show More Summary
RoC Skincare Retinol Correxion Giveaway
I'm thrilled to announce that I am an official RoC Ambassador for this year. In that capacity I will get sneak peeks of new products ahead of time, info on new releases and... offer giveaways/contest.
So to kick this lovely weekend in...Show More Summary
Votre Vu Lip Lustre
Three new lipglosses make their debut from Votre Vu to bring a little French chic to your makeup table.
Lip Lustre's are really morte than a gloss though, as they have full almost full coverage and are creamy, not glossy thin.
There are three Lip Lustre colors all having a touch of pink. Show More Summary
Luvocracy
Have you heard of Luvocracy ? It's new resource for people and bloggers, like me, to pick some of their favorite products and put them into a shoppable collection. You can browse, search and buy throughout everyone's picks.
I just finished...Show More Summary
CK One Street Editon Shine Lipstick in Tagged
A lippie that's finding itself in the main rotation lately and one I am pretty sure will be a summer staple is the new CK One Shine Lipstick in Tagged from the Street Edition collection.
This is a most unusual pick for me since I rarely go near pinks. Show More Summary
La Roche Posay Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid for Body
In doing a quick recon to see if one of my sunscreen favs La Roche Posay added any new ones this year, I hit the jackpot. They will be releasing a body version of their
Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra Light Fluid. The face SPF is one of the better ones for us oily gals as it is super light and mattifying along with high sun protection. Show More Summary
mark Marrakesh Fragrance
One of the things you notice first with the newest fragrance from mark, Marrakesh, is the bottle. Ok that's usually the case with any scent but this bottle is one that's very showy with it's openwork golden orb topper and look of Arabian...Show More Summary
The Lovely Lilac
It's the lilac season, one that's all too short but so beautiful. It's an instant ahhh when I take a whiff of my lilacs. They are almost done his year's blooming but if you want to keep that scent going all year there are a few fragrant options.
Lilac is a scent that isn't captured easily in fragrances but my favorite is Frederic Malle En Passant. Show More Summary
Jergens Natural Glow 3 Days to Glow & Foaming Daily Moisturizer
I'm a tanner, a self tanner that is. I love the stuff and use it all summer long. Jergens has made theirs for many years now but this year it's has gotten a solid upgrade with their no odor formula.
Every year self tanners get a little less stinky and Jergens has done a good job here. Show More Summary
MAC Golden Elixir Strobe Liquid
Strobe Liquid in the original is one I've used off and on for years. More than anything I use it on my legs. When you've forgotten or didn't have time to self tan, it gives gams a little bit of shimmer for a you but but better look.Show More Summary
Kiehl's Skin Tone Correcting and Beautifying BB Cream
Kiehl's enters the BB world with a bang. Their new BB is top shelf, and easily ranks with some of my firm favorites of the BB crop. I'm BB crazy so it's great to add another good one to the supply.
Kiehl's has very good coverage, and easily creates enough of a base to allow you to go without foundation. Show More Summary
Caboodles Gilded Pleasures Nail Valet
Got nail polish loving mom or other giftee ? The Nail Valet b y Cabo odles make a fab gift for almost anyone. Get easy and also attractive storage for nail colors, instead of plastic bi ns.
There are several colorways and you can find...Show More Summary
Tropical Trends UPF 50 Sun Hat from Dorfman Pacific
As the sun was beating on the back of my neck this weekend I was reminded how helpful a big ol' sunhat can be.
This new packable paper braid hat from Dorfman Pacific will fit the bill. It has a wide but not too wide brim of 4 inches and a tie around the crown that you can use to make it tighter on your heard if need be. Show More Summary
Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil
Something unique which is always fun to find in the beauty world, is the new Lip Treatment Oil from Hourglass. Packaged as always in their luxe way, this is an ultra hydrating boost for your lips.
It's an unusual release for warmer weather as this would be amazing in the cold temps but it works whenever you need moisture. Show More Summary
Ralph Lauren Big Pony Fragrances and Essie Gift Sets
For Spring into Summer including gifting for Mom's big day this weekend there is the new collab between Ralph Lauren Big Pony fragrances and Essie nail polish.
Each kit comes with a 50ml The Big Pony for Women Fragrance Eau
de Toilette...Show More Summary