Last summer, my deep red hair would look bright orange by the end of each month. Most likely, the culprit was the sun. Most of the protectants that are supposed to protect hair from UV rays are oils, and because I wash my hair every 4 days in the summer, I can’t stand the thought …
What’s Going On With Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipsticks?
For me, holiday time is one big sale shopping experience. This December, I couldn’t resist trying Pat McGrath’s limited edition LuxeTrance lipstick that was on sale for $10 including free shipping, marked down from $40. Definitely a worthwhile splurge. I chose McGrath Muse, a warm red. I figure with my red hair I can get …
City Beauty MicroBiome Night Mask: Launch & Discount!
Although this is a busy week with Christmas coming up in two days, I wanted to let you know about a new skincare product from City Beauty that is launching today with a special discount for NSDB readers for today and the next 2 days. Microbiome is a term that I’ve been reading a lot …
Beauty Products that Didn’t Quite Work for Me but Might Work for You!
I always feel kind of weird when I do a post on products that didn’t work for me. Just because they didn’t work for me, doesn’t mean they won’t work for you. Particularly since many times products don’t work for me because I am older and have dry skin with some lines and wrinkles, in …
Melt Cosmetics Metal Gloss
I love the Melt eyeshadow stack that I bought early in 2019 (reviewed here). The shadows are buttery, easy to blend with no fallout, and the innovative packaging is fabulous. So when I saw the sale on lipgloss for $5 (regular price $16) including free shipping on the website during Cyber week, I decided to …
Quick & Easy New Glo HD Mineral Foundation Stick
Stick makeup of all kinds is so perfect for saving time. A few swipes here and there, and I’m out the door. A couple of months ago, Glo Skin Beauty sent me two of their new HD Mineral Foundation Sticks to try out. The line consists of 12 shades that range from fair to deep. …
City Beauty Youth Rejuvenating Cleanser and IT Cosmetics Confidence In A Cleanser
As I mentioned earlier this week, The Body Shop Drops of Youth Gentle Foaming Cleanser (discussed here) seems to have been discontinued. Sadly, I finished up my bottle. So it was time to move on. I decided to try two cleansers that I had waiting in the wings in my stash: City Beauty Youth Rejuvenating …
Sol de Janeiro Coco Cabana Cream: Super Hydrating But Whoa!
Last week, I went to Sephora to return something that I bought during the VIB sale the week before. I had bought a full size bottle of Ouai Leave-in Conditioner, and I realized I didn’t need it. It’s a good product, but I have other heat protectants that work just as well. I was happy …
Tarte Timeless Smoothing Primer: Is This Blur Cream Worth It?
One surprising side effect of having cataract surgery in my right eye is that when I first looked in the mirror, I saw what I really look like. Kind of a shock, to be honest. The white gauzy scrim that I had been looking through for quite a while made me think my skin was …
Sephora Now Makes A Gloss Version of Their Fab Lip Stain Liquid Lipstick!
I stopped into Sephora to buy something during the VIB sale at the end of last week so that I would qualify for VIB status in 2020. I only had to spend $8 to re-qualify, so I didn’t want to buy online and pay as much for the shipping as for my purchase. I planned …
Things Change: Estee Lauder Double Wear Infinite Waterproof Eyeliner
Six or seven years ago I’m guessing, I bought an Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Eyeliner pencil in a medium gray shade called Graphite. I loved this shade because it was dark enough but not black, and it looked good with my blue-gray eyes. It was a traditional wooden pencil that I have to sharpen. …
City Beauty Blue Defense Hydrogel, Back In Stock Now w 20% off Code!
Technically, this is the relaunch of new City Beauty Blue Defense Hydrogel. When it was launched in August, it sold out in days, but tomorrow – Monday, October 14 – it will be back again on the City Beauty website, and I have a coupon code for 20% off for the next couple of days …
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effects Mascara
For the past few years, I have mostly been using Benefit mascaras: They’re Real, Badgal Bang and Roller Lash. I also like a mascara from MAC, but it was discontinued this year. Recently, a woman in Phyrra’s Facebook group was singing the praises of Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara from affordable brand, Essence. I …
Revlon Ultra HD Vinyl Lip Polish
I’m a gloss gal. I have a couple of liquid matte lipsticks that I can and do wear on occasion, but if I’m not wearing a traditional bullet lipstick, it’s lipgloss that I reach for. Over the past couple of years, Anastasia Beverly Hills Lipgloss (reviewed here, here and here) has been my go-to. Since …
Paula’s Choice Triple Algae Pollution Shield
If you’re a city dweller or if you live near a major road or highway like I do, the air quality isn’t always the best. Not only is it bad for your lungs, it’s not great for your skin. Enter Paula’s Choice Triple Algae Pollution Shield. While it won’t help your breathing, it will help …