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Sephora.com: Sun Safety Kit Only $30 ($193 Value!)

April 28, 2012 by Ashley 2 Comments

If you are a fan of Sephora products or if you’ve always wanted to try them but didn’t have the money, you are going to want to take advantage of this hot, hot, HOT deal!!! Right now you can get Sephora Sun Safety Kit ($193 Value) for only $30! This set contains 14 deluxe, sample-size sun protectants, 3 self-tanning products, and a bonus re-usable train case. Plus, you will get to choose an additional 3 free samples at checkout! Standard shipping is $5.95 unless you spend $50 or more and you’ll get free shipping.

PLUS when you go through Ebates you’ll get 8% cash back!

This set contains the following:
0.23 oz Shiseido Urban Environment Oil-Free UV Protector SPF 42 PA+++
0.08 oz Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15
0.25 oz Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer SPF 15 with Dermaxyl Complex
0.5 oz Peter Thomas Roth Max Sheer All Day Defense Moisture Lotion SPF 30
0.5 oz Ole Henriksen Protect The Truth SPF 50+ Sunscreen
0.4 oz Philosophy Hope Oil-Free SPF 30
0.5 oz Boscia Oil-free Daily Hydration SPF 15
2.5 oz St. Tropez Gradual Tan
0.33 oz Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm SPF 45 PA+++
0.33 oz Supergoop! SPF 30+ Everyday UV Lotion for Face and Body Cream Oil-free
0.5 oz Origins VitaZing SPF 15
0.33 oz Murad Oil-Control Mattifier SPF 15
0.03 oz Bare Escentuals bareMinerals SPF 25 Mineral Veil and brush
0.169 oz Sephora Collection Age Defy Moisture Cream SPF 15
0.23 oz Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion SPF 60 PA +++
1 Kate Somerville Somerville 360° Face Self Tanning Pad
1 TanTowel Classic Self-Tan Towelette for Face & Body
Bonus train case

This kit has received great reviews! Here are a few:

-Absolute great value! fabulous brands and the case is sturdier and nicer looking compared to the see-thru ones sold by caboodles. Will definitely put to use everything in the kit, including the case.

-Your skin will be happy!

-I was so impressed with this kit when it arrived in the mail. I, obviously, read the description prior to ordering, but was still really impressed with the amount of stuff that came in this kit. Great little collection of suncreens, moisturizers, enhancers, and even a gradual self-tanner. The product are great, popular brands and come in very handy travel-sized containers (great for taking along to the beach or vacation!). It’s an absolute steal for the price!

-I buy the Sun Safety Kit every year. I am a fair skinned redhead and I need my sunscreen. This is a great way to try different brands and have perfect little travel sizes. This is definitely the best assortment of products I’ve seen in these kits. The Fresh Lip Balm is amazing …love the smell and texture.

Remember – don’t forget to go through Ebates for 8% cash back!

Filed Under: Deals Tagged With: beauty, Deals, Sephora

Ice Elements 2-Minute Miracle Exfoliating Gel Giveaway! Ends 4/29

April 22, 2012 by Ashley 4 Comments

Ice Elements 2-Minute Miracle Exfoliating Gel Giveaway:

Dramatically renew the look and feel of your skin in two minutes!

This non-granular exfoliating gel offers exclusive technology that lets you see a visible difference in just one use! Gently exfoliates dead skin cells. Removes dulling debris and excess oils with soothing Aloe Vera, natural botanical extracts and hyaluronic acid (a humectant). No grains, no abrasives or acids to irritate your skin. This cooling gel is rich in natural moisture to help hydrate the skin, leaving it feeling refreshed and looking vibrant.

They have a current special going on now where you can get 1/4oz of their 2 minute miracle gel for free if you pay the $2.95 shipping and handling cost. If you’re interested you can place an Ice Elements order here.

You have the opportunity to win one 2 oz jar of Ice Elements (retails for $24.95). This giveaway is open to US residents age 18+. This giveaway ends April 29 at midnight EST. Fill out the Rafflecopter form below to enter. Good luck!

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Filed Under: Giveaways Tagged With: beauty, Giveaways

Julep Maven Nail Polish Bundle is Only $1 Shipped!

April 20, 2012 by Ashley 4 Comments

Update: You can get this shipped for only $0.01 when you use the coupon code COLOR2012.

I am super excited to share this beauty program with you! Do you love beautiful nail polish like me? Has Pinterest inspired your love for beautifully manicured nails? Would you like top of the line polish at a discount? If you’ve answered yes to any of those questions, this deal is for you!

Julep has a new program called Julep Mavens and for $19.99 a month you can have $40+ worth of polish and goodies delivered to your door! That’s a good deal on it’s own but I have a coupon code that will make your first month only $1. You can cancel your account at any time but after you try this marvelous polish you might not want to! Simply go to Julep.com, register, take the style quiz (to see which colors suit your style), enter code COLOR2012 at checkout, select the Free Shipping for Mavens option, and proceed to purchase your $40+ bundle for only $1!

I would love to see which colors come in your monthly Julep box. I’ll be posting pictures as soon as my first box arrives!

Thanks, Week99er for the $0.01 coupon code!

Filed Under: Tips Tagged With: beauty, Julep, Julep Maven, Nail Polish

Gillette Custom Plus 3 Razors Only $1.25 at CVS!

April 15, 2012 by Ashley Leave a Comment

If the man in your life needs help with his razor stockpile, this week is the time to help him out. At CVS you can get Gillette disposable razors for a great price when you combine the Extra Care Bucks with coupons! Here’s the deal scenario:

Buy 4 Gillette Custom Plus 3 Razors, 4ct $7.49
Spend $30.00, Receive $10.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1, Though 4/21
Use 2 B1G1 Free Gillette Mach3, Sensor3 or CustomPlus3 Disposables, up to $7.99 from RP 4/15 (exp 5/31)
Pay $14.98, Receive $10.00 Extra Bucks
$1.25 each when you buy 4!

Filed Under: Deals Tagged With: beauty, Coupons, cvs, Gillette

Cruciferous Vegetables: Green Crusaders for Breast Cancer and Healthy Skin

April 12, 2012 by Ashley Leave a Comment

I recently read an interesting article about a cancer study that took place in China from 2002 to 2006. The study showed signs that eating cruciferous vegetables had an apparently significant impact on breast cancer survival rates. Interestingly enough, I also recently read an article that was sent to me by a friend, which touted the beneficial effects that these same cruciferous vegetables have on our skin. As both breast cancer and living with healthy skin are things that I think most women have a natural tendency to worry and wonder about, I thought it might be helpful to post a bit that I found interesting in both pieces.

In the first case, the apparent link between breast cancer survivors staying healthy and eating cruciferous vegetables lies in the phytochemicals within these vegetables, called indoles and isothiocyanates. Both of these elements, which are specific to these vegetables, have been widely researched and are generally thought to protect against some types of cancers. The study showed that compared to those women who ate the lowest doses of cruciferous vegetables, those who ate the highest doses had a sixty-two percent reduced chance of both general mortality, and breast cancer induced mortality. It also showed that these women had a thirty-five percent reduced chance of reoccurrence of breast cancer when compared against the same group. With figures like these, it’s hard to ignore the beneficial punch that these vegetables can seemingly pack. But they don’t stop there.

In the case of healthy skin, cruciferous vegetables often contain beneficial antioxidants including vitamins E and C, especially in broccoli and Brussels sprouts in particular. These vitamins contribute not only to healthy skin but also to healthy hair and eyes as well. In addition, cabbage contains beta-carotene, which aids in body tissue regrowth and has been shown to protect skin from sun damage. Beta-carotene is also converted into vitamin A once inside our bodies, and is the most effective and safe way to get your necessary dose of this important vitamin.

If you’re anything like me, it’ll be hard not to think twice the next time you find yourself in the grocery store wondering what to pickup for dinner. A wise action hero once said, “knowing is half the battle.” In this case, with our lives and personal health at hand, it seems like a bit more than half. I’m just glad I had the good fortune of finding this helpful information and could share it with you all here.

Filed Under: Tips Tagged With: beauty, Breast Cancer, Healthy, Healthy Living, Tips

Would You Have Plastic Surgery?

March 29, 2012 by Ashley Leave a Comment

While I don’t know too many people who have cancer I do have one sweet friend who had breast cancer. Recently she had breast reconstruction and a few ladies were sitting around talking about it and kind of teasing her for not getting a size D. That got me thinking, if I had the chance to have plastic surgery, would I? What about the cost of breast implants? I’m not just talking about reconstruction but enhancement.

In the case of breast cancer I would opt for reconstruction for the obvious reasons but also because new studies have shown that breast implants deters cancer cells. What about going above and beyond reconstruction.

What about you? Have you ever thought about going under the knife to change the way you look? I use to toss around the idea when I was younger but I’m pretty happy with the way I look now. That’s not to say that I couldn’t use a better diet and exercise plan but I don’t want to take any drastic measures. Not to mention that the cost of breast implants is probably outrageous!

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$1.50/1 Maybelline Eye Studio Coupon + CVS Scenario (Ends 3/24)

March 23, 2012 by Ashley Leave a Comment

If you are in need of eye make up or you want to buy some cheap to donate you’ll want to print this new coupon! Go to Coupons.com to print a new $1.50/1 Maybelline New York Eye Studio eye product coupon (use zip 62946 if needed). You can use your coupon at CVS to get the following deal scenario today and tomorrow (Ends 3/24).

Spend $10 on any Maybelline Eye or Lip Cosmetics = $3 Ecb (limit 4)

Buy 1 Maybelline Eye Studio Cream Pencil Eye Liner – $7.99 (online price)
Buy 1 Maybelline Baby Lips – $3.99 (based on online price)
Use the $1.50/1 Maybelline Eye Studio coupon
And use the $2/1 Maybelline Lip coupon in the Red Plum 2/5 insert (Expires 4/5)
Pay $8.48, Get $3 ECBs
Only $2.74 each!

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Beauty Coupons: Revlon, Maybelline, & More!

March 22, 2012 by Ashley Leave a Comment

Several new beauty coupons were recently released. Beauty coupons go fast so if you could use any of these before they expire print them now. If you’re ever looking for a specific coupon don’t forget to check out Coupon Database to find it!

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Free Deluxe 7-Day Beauty Supply!

March 13, 2012 by Ashley Leave a Comment

Click on the banner above to request a beauty coupon for a FreeDeluxe 7-day supply. This coupon is only valid through March 31st, 2012 and there are only a few hundred available so request yours now!

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Free 7-Day Lancome Skincare Sample

March 5, 2012 by Ashley Leave a Comment

Sign up to get a coupon for a free 7-Day sample of Lancome Skincare. Simply take your coupon to your nearest Lancome counter to redeem it. This is an amazing beauty freebie so I’m sure it won’t last long! Hurry, and get yours while you can!

Filed Under: Skincare Tagged With: beauty, Freebies, Lancome