La Bella Donna: Complete Brow Kit in auburnThis is a handy and slim palette with everything you need to create amazing eyebrows. The palette contains two shades of color (mix together or use darker shade for accenting), a wax (swipe along brow line first so the powder adheres to it), and a highlighting cream (to lift brow bone and brighten the eye). While the brunette kit would have been more on point for me (auburn is too red), I do like the convenience of the kit. I apply an eyebrow gel over my brows after application. Using the eyebrow brush below, this stuff stays all day long.
Claudio Riaz: Instant Brow BrushWow — a complete game changer! One swoosh and I was sold, literally. This brush has forever changed how I view my eyebrows. If you have eyebrow envy, like myself, you need this brush. Yes, it's expensive ... but it will change your life. I'm not kidding. Thanks to my sister-in-law Cindy, my eyebrows look 100x better ... this brush actually gives me the eyebrows I have always wanted. It must be the thickness of the brush, in addition to the angle, that make it so easy to brush in instant eyebrows. I still dye my eyebrows, but this brush (with my eyebrow shadow) fills in any sparse areas and makes my eyebrows appear to be thicker than they are.
Twisted Silver: Tag RingHow cute is this? It’s a ring with a charm on it. Truly unique, it stands out among the pack. People will stop and ask you about it (oh yes they did!). I wear it on my ring finger. The charm moves around and reaches my knuckle. It’s playful and unique.
Eve Lom: TLC CreamI have tried a lot of heavy duty moisturizers in my day, and this one competes with the best of them. No matter the altitude or climate, it's impossible for dry skin to get through this stuff. Now you must know, the consistency of this formula is thick and heavy. How you apply it, though, is critical. I take less than a pinky-finger's worth of product, rub it between my fingertips, then press into my skin. It gives you healthy, glowing and extremely hydrated skin. While this moisturizer is more suited for the winter months, I still whip it out throughout the year. My skin just loves it.
L'Oreal: Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Towelettes, MediumI was really hoping these towels would somehow be comparable to the TanTowel. Well, I'm here to tell you that they are not. They are a fraction of the cost, but they are also a fraction of the product. They claim to be streak-free. However, they streak like crazy ... and the awkward tan it leaves behind fades quickly and unevenly. The ease of this type of product is fantastic, but there is a ton of room for improvement in the formulation.
CoverGirl: Lashblast Fusion Water Resistant mascaraI have to admit, I'm a bit perplexed over this formula. While the mascara is okay, I am not sure what makes the water resistant formula different from the regular formula. Starting with the fact that water resistant does not mean waterproof, I'm okay knowing I can't swim with this mascara on my lashes, as long as I can get away with a few happy tears at a wedding. Unfortunately, that's not the case. In fact, the mascara comes off easily in water. It's great when it comes time to wash your face, but the whole point of buying a water resistant formula is to keep it on when rain or tears come into play. The other issue is the fact that it claims to be a fusion product, proving both volume and length. For sure it gives good length. However, no volume at all. Another product that needs to go back to R&D.
The North Face: Freedom LRBC Insulated Pants Fit is everything in a ski pant. You don't want to look bulky or be uncomfortable. These ski pants not only kept me 100% warm and comfy, they are a flattering style. They sit lower on the hips with an adjustable Velcro waist, have zipper vents and convenient pocket/compartments. I couldn't have been happier in any other ski pant.
Helly Hansen: Printed Elbrus jacket in whiteDuring my recent ski trip, I had a fabulously warm fleece but needed a shell to keep me dry on snowy days. Thank goodness I came across this fabulous waterproof shell/rain jacket made of breathable Helly Tech® fabric. It was absolutely perfect. Lightweight, fashionable design for the slopes, and with a two-way zipper (love that). The longer length is just cool and worked out well on rainy and snowy days.
Kenra: Platinum Blow-Dry Spray
This is truly a miracle product for me. I have to admit, I've left my naturally wavy hair to air dry for the last 5 months. Due to the fact that it's just plain easier to work with, but mostly because my hair gets so poofy when I blow dry it. I've tried a lot of great products. But this one is the best that I've come across so far. Not only does it decrease blow drying time by 30% (yes, I did the math), it also provides protection from the heat and smooths out every strand of hair on my head ... leaving it shiny and frizz-free! And it resists humidity. I use 3 sprays per section (4 sections) and a couple more on the top of my head. The results are seriously dramatic.
Bootights: Calliope Argyle
What a great concept for those who wear their fair share of tights under boots in the cooler months of the year! This tight was made for us boot lovers ... with a sock built right into it. I absolutely love how my feet feel in these tights. My tootsies stay warm, but do not sweat (love the wicking fabric). The best note of all is the fit through the leg. Size B was the most perfect fit for me out of ANY other brand of tight. Snug, yet comfy. And no droopy crotch! Honestly, I have not found a better pair of tights to fit my shape than these. I am crazy about this argyle design, too! Super fun ... spunks up any outfit. I was sad to see a little hole form after the second wear. However, it never worsened and I've worn them a ton. Stock up now before fall rolls back around!
The team of testers were not paid to review these products. However, most of the products listed above were supplied as samples for review purposes.
