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$91 Mirabella Signature Brush Collection Review and Giveaway

[ 259 ] April 25, 2012 |

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Win Luxury Brushes made of the Finest Materials!

Blog Note: Welcome to Still Blonde after all these YEARS, we are the blog for Women over 45, with giveaways for all always over $50.  This Mirabella Signature Brush Collection Giveaway is part of the 2012 Blogmania Hop!  When you have entered our Giveaway use the Linky below to keep on hopping to all the other blogs in the Hop! 
Mirabella signature Brush Collection

Mirabella Beauty is proud to debut their new Mirabella Signature Brush Collection – 14 elegantly designed tools designed to deliver flawless cosmetic application (MSRP–$446)

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Benefits of the Mirabella Signature Brush Collection:

  • Tools are weighted to ensure controlled application and professional grade feel
  • Each brush applicator (eg. sable, synthetic, pony, etc.) has been specifically chosen to provide the best application results
  • Brushes are each clearly marked right on the handle, so you know EXACTLY how/where to use it
  • 14 options are available for all your make up needs!
Still Blonde small The Chief Blonde Remarks: I was lucky enough to be able to try the Mirabella Signature Brush Collection Foundation brush and the Detail Brush. When Mirabella says these are substantial beautifully handmade brushes, most of us can’t comprehend what that means. We have been stuck all our life with substandard “included in the package” brushes with plastic handles and crap brushes.  Even when I have had the occasional nice brush, I can tell you that nothing I have used holds a candle to these Mirabella beauties to walk by. WOWZA!
I am telling you, these brushed silver ferrules and handles hide makeup smudges, the brushes are weighted so they feel like a fine instrument.  The foundation brush is a synthetic wide foundation brush which minimizes waste of product and provides hygenic application.  The detail brush is a small brush cut to the ideal taper fo any detail work. A mix of pony and synthetic hair creates a firm tip perfect for shadow lining and precise application.  I found the detail brush to be just what I wanted to cover fine red lines and rosacea.  The foundation brush was different than the kubuki brush that I normally use for my mineral foundation but I really liked it, it gave me a lot more control and the professional feel of the brush made me feel like Carmindy from “What not to Wear”.
Mirabella Small Brush Group Shot

Can’t Wait to Win it?  Buy it!

www.mirabellabeauty.com

THE GIVEAWAY:

Giveaway runs from April 26 to 11:59 EST April 30

THE PRIZE:

One Winner will take home Mirabella Siganture Brush Collection Foundation Brush – $38.00,  Blush/Contour Brush – $34.00,  Eye Blender Brush – $19.00  Total is $91.00

$64 Skin Authority Sunless Tanner Review and Sweep

[ 138 ] April 21, 2012 |

WIN SOME SUN! Skin Authority Sunless Tanner that is!

Skin Authority Sunless Tanner

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Blog Note:  Skin Authority Sunless Tanner Giveaway is part of the  Mom ME Time Giveaway Event coordinated by The Maven of Social Media, Formula Mom, and Tales From the Nursery!  Once you have entered our Skin Authority Sunless Tanner giveaway, you can use the Linky at the bottom of this post to hop to 100 more blogs.  GRAND PRIZE: Two lucky winners will receive (1) $100 Spa & Wellness Gift Cars by Spa Week to help pamper themselves and massage the stress away. Spa & Wellness Gift Cards are accepted at over 5,000 spa locations across North America. A third lucky winner will receive a Godiva coffee and breakfast gift basket sure to pamper their taste buds. The gift cards are open to US and Canada while the gift basket is open to US only. So be sure to enter the Grand Prizes! GO HERE TO ENTER FOR THE GRAND PRIZE

still blondeThe Chief Blonde Remarks:   Many of you already know that I am a Skin Authority Junkie.  So much so that I rarely ever review any other skin products on my blog.  EVERYTHING makes my skin break out..well almost…not Skin Authority products (Read Reviews here, here, and here).  Their Sunless Tanner is no exception in my love affair.  I love Sunless Tanner and have been a huge fan of a competitor’s product for a very very long time!  I am desperately white (not that there is anything wrong with that)..every once in awhile I just yearn for my skin to have a BIT of a glow.  So even though I LOVE Skin Authority, trying a new Sunless Tanner…even if it is from Skin Authority…well… I hesitated.

The aspect that appealed to me about the Skin Authority tanner is that it did not smell (and it really didn’t).  The Skin Authority Sunless Tanner did not make a big mess (for my other fav self tanner I have to wear gloves..yes gloves).  It was simple to smooth on..just like moisturizer and  my skin changed color gradually–not in a shocking way but in a nice “warm it up” kind of way.  I wouldn’t say I got a DEEP tan..heck I never do, but I got a pleasing color that did not look fake and the product didn’t get all over my sheets or clothes.  I also like that Skin Authority Sunless Tanner contains no harmful fragrances, parabens or harmful dyes.  Women over 45 will adore this product as it is gentle on your skin and covers some of those skin imperfections that can make our skin look a tad bit ghastly!  Yep, this product is going right up on my bathroom counter next to all my other Skin Authority Favs…Grab some for yourself while Skin Authority has their Buy One Get One Deal going on!

Great Tips On Applying Skin Authority Sunless Tanner–Watch the Video

Can’t Wait to Win it?

Buy it now and get one free via Skin Authority!  Hurry–BOGO ends April 30th, 2012!

THE GIVEAWAY:

Skin Authority Sunless Tanner Giveaway runs from 4-22 to 11:59 PM 4-28

THE PRIZE:

2 Winners will win $32 Skin Authority Sunless Tanner

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Makeup For Women over 45: Spring Looks, Paula’s Choice Review, Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2011

[ 2 ] April 16, 2011 |

Two of my Favorite Stars and Women over 45–Looking Great!

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Julianne-Moore_2 Julianne Moore, 50

Julianne Moore lets her stunning red hair and porcelain skin take center stage, while her makeup plays a supporting role. She strategically uses makeup to subtly accentuate her eyes, lips and cheekbones, whether she’s using tones of coral, nude or mauve. Julianne has used sunscreen faithfully since her mid-twenties, and it shows in her glowing, radiant complexion. Redheads (whether natural or dyed), take note: This is how to do soft, defining makeup that doesn’t compete with your attention-getting hair color!

GET THE LOOK: Use Paula’s Choice Moisture Boost Daily Restoring Complex with SPF 20 ($20.95) to keep your skin radiant and protected like Julianne’s, and accentuate your cheekbones with Sonia Kashuk’s Beautifying Blush ($7.99) in Melon or Lily for a subtle, healthy glow.

Helen-Mirren_l Helen Mirren, 65

Helen Mirren still knows how to turn heads at the age of 65. Her makeup (and age-appropriate hairstyle) plays up the features that keep her looking radiant without coming across as though she’s trying too hard. Helen uses blush on her cheeks to add a vibrant, healthy glow, and she keeps her eye makeup design minimal, but elegant, with the focus on eyeliner rather than lots of eyeshadow. She knows how to vamp things up with classic red lipstick and strategic shine on Oscar night, but she also plays around with other flattering lip colors for everyday wear.

GET THE LOOK: Imitate Helen’s age-appropriate look by using Physicians Formula’s Eye Definer Felt-Tip Eye Marker ($6.95) and Paula’s Choice Sheer Cream Lipstick SPF 15 ($10.95) in conjunction with Paula’s Choice Long-Lasting Anti-Feather Lipliner ($7.95) to help keep your lipstick from traveling into lines around the mouth.

Image Sources:
Julianne Moore
Helen Mirren

Paula Begoun, skin care expert and best-selling author of Don’t Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me, has put together five of the Best Celebrity Makeup Looks and provided details on how to achieve the same glam looks at home.  Complete reviews of the makeup mentioned below, along with hundreds of other skincare and makeup reviews, are available at Paula’s site Beautypedia.com, which is now free.

Still Blonde smallChief Blonde Remarks: I was sent a Paula’s Choice Sheer Cream Lipstick SPF 15 ($10.95) in conjunction with Paula’s Choice Long-Lasting Anti-Feather Lipliner ($7.95) for review.  Helen Mirren is wearing these products in the picture above.    I adore Helen Mirren and have tried other products that she has worn in the past.  She always looks great, so I figure the products she uses MIGHT look great on me too!  I loved both the Lipstick and the lipliner.  I tried INVISIBLE color in the lipliner and it really  did keep the lipstick from breathing.  The Lipstick will be a favorite of mine.  It didn’t have a smelly scent–I am very allergic–and can’t really figure out why anyone would want fragrance in their lipstick anyway–so Paula’s choice Sheer Cream Lipstick worked excellent in that category for me!  It has a super creamy feel and stays on for a decent length of time.  I also love the packaging as it fits well in my lipstick holder that I carry with me EVERYWHERE!  I would have liked to try a darker shade–I reviewed  Sherbert–which for my uber light skin tone was just too light.  Guess I am going to have to go out and SPRING for the color that I see Helen wearing in the picture above!  As much as I liked this lipstick, I will!

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Are you looking for a new lipstick?

Skin Authority GO! Man Review

[ 4 ] April 6, 2011 |

The Chief Blonde’s Main Man (Husband) is Reviewing GO! Man

The Chief Blonde and her Husband…both Skin Authority Users!

Skin Authority Details about GO! Man:

Every guy needs to protect their skin from the harmful and harsh effects of sun, aging, lifestyle, and the environment. But there’s not enough time each day for time-consuming skin care regimens. This simple routine can produce healthier skin and protect from future damage in just two steps, day and night. Now it’s easy to include skin care into the busiest lifestyle!

GO! Man kit includes (0.7oz each): Daily Cleanser, Night Revitalizer, Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 30 UVA 4-stars.
Price: $52.00
GO! Man Skin Authority

Still Blonde head BoyChief Blonde’s Man Remarks: I have been using moisturizers for about 3 years now.  Now that I am 51, my skin has gone from oily to dry.  I occasionally show signs of redness  and rosacea.  I really liked the Skin Authority Sunscreen Moisturizer compared to others I have tried, it doesn’t have a strong fragrance so I don’t feel “Girly” wearing it and it doesn’t irritate my wife who is very fragrance sensitive.  Another reason I like the moisturizer is that it has such a high SPF. With all the yard work I do in the spring, I value this component as my family tends toward skin cancer.  I used the Skin Cleanser each day in the shower…it wasn’t complicated to use.  …I felt like the Night Revitalizer was a product I never would have tried if it wasn’t in the kit…but it was my favorite.  I think the combination of products in the kit have helped reduce the redness in my face–which let’s face it–is very aging!  As well, I like the concept of the kit, it’s small so I can throw it in my suitcase or duffel bag and there is no problem at airport security.  I’m a typical man, I don’t like stuff all fussy and overdone..the simplicity of use and uncomplicated packaging keep me coming back and using the products again.

Still Blonde smallThe Chief Blonde Remarks:  I am glad my husband is taking care of his skin, with Skin Authority products.  I love them–I knew he would too!  Isn’t he a cutey??

Blog Note: The Chief Blonde’s husband was provided a sample for review.  The Chief Blonde is a Skin Authority ambassador.  The opinions expressed by the Chief Blonde and members of the staff are their own.

Relastin Trio , Express Yourself!

[ 0 ] April 8, 2010 |
Relastin Trio launches campaign 
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A YOUNGER LOOKING FACE = Frozen?  NAHHH!!!

Relastin (www.relastin.com) recently launched its “Express Yourself”  campaign, a webwide  program that encourages Facebook users to show off their lovely expressions and their  diminished wrinkles.  Relastin believes that  facial products shouldn’t leave you  “expressionless.”  Relastin’s recommends their patent-pending Zinc Firming Complex  line of anti-wrinkle products so that  you can still laugh, or pucker-up and drop your worries about fine lines. 

 The Chief Blonde Remarks: We previously reviewed Relastin here: Girly Girl Holiday Gift Guide for Women 45 and Over!–2009
We still use this product and STILL love it!!!  Entering the giveaway is fun too! For more information, visit www.relastin.com.

Blog Note:  Chief Blonde was not provided any products or compensation of any kind for this blog post on Relastin!  All opinions are her own!

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