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What happens when you gather a group of great scientists and give them an uncapped budget to find and make the best treatment creams in the world? Well in a word M Lab, M Lab set out to make unparralleled skin products and due to their effectiveness they are all the rage in the UK. Now available for purchase in the US save your beauty bucks and splurge on a truly great skincare line.

The M Lab body treatment cream will cool your overworked summer skin and restore your glowing skin with peptides, exfoliants and hydrators while reducing any wrinkles that result from your day in the sun. At $185.00 for 6.7oz this is definitely in the luxury end of beauty shopping. The higher price is due to the high concentration of active ingredients included in their treatment cream.

I can confidently say within a week of using the M Lab body treatment cream I could see a difference in my skin. Even after being in the sun for extended periods my skin looked smoother and more radiant.

M Lab body treatment cream

FORMULATED WITH 55% CLINICALLY ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

After a long day at the beach, restore your skin with M LAB Body Treatment Cream. Formulated with 55% clinically active ingredients, M LAB Body Treatment Cream helps to even out skin tone after sun exposure while hydrating and soothing your dry skin. Restore your glowing skin with peptides, exfoliants and hydrators while reducing any wrinkles that result from your day in the sun.

WHO IS M LAB: A global leader in the art and science of Cosmeceutical development for over 25 years, Milbar Laboratories created the line to target every visual sign of the aging process. Formulated with unprecedented levels of clinically active ingredients, ranging from 45% to 74%, the collection harnesses the power of active ingredients like peptides, antioxidants and plant extracts to purify skin and turn back the clock with measurable, clinically tested results.

THE SCIENCE INSIDE.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)
-Enhances and maintains proper hydration to help reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles
-Provides prolonged softness and suppleness to the skin

Squalane, Ubiquinone
-Delivers essential fatty acids to the skin to aid in strengthening the natural moisture barrier
-Provides very strong anti-oxidant protection

Vitis Vinfera (Grape) Seed Oil
-Antioxidant protection helps to prevent damage from free radicals
-Mild astringent qualities help to tighten and tone the skin

Butylene Glycol, Algin, Sodium Citrate, Atelocollagen, Serine
-Helps prevent moisture loss by providing a slow release of continual moisture

Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol
-Binds and attracts water to the skin surface to maintain softness, suppleness and maintain skin hydration levels

Hydrolyzed Algin, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Sea Water (Maris Aqua)
-Rapidly improves skin hydration and provides long-term moisturizing effect

Glycerin, Sodium PCA, Urea, Trehalose, Polyquaternium-51, Sodium Hyaluronate
-Super hydrating materials help to maintain water content in the skin surface for soft and smooth skin

Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
-Promotes reduction in wrinkle depth
-Improves skin tone and the smoothness of the skin

Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Leaf Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Acer Saccharinum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Extract
-Provides a more even skin tone by gently rejuvenating and smoothing the skin surface

Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Morus Bombycis Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Disodium EDTA
-Brightens complexion for an even skin tone and smooth appearance

Algae Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
-Plant extracts provide soothing and calming properties to the skin

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
-Promotes skin firmness
-A stabilized form of Vitamin C proven to be a highly effective anti-oxidant

Tocopheryl Acetate
-Anti-oxidant extracts provide surface protection to help fight free radical formation

Retinyl Palmitate
-An effective skin smoother that gently exfoliates to reduce the appearance of wrinkles

$185.00 M Lab Body Treatment Cream

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KIMIKO TINT & LIP PLUMPER

I adore Kimiko’s Tint & Lip Plumper, the tint has a great pomegranate scent and feels really hydrating on my lips.The lip plumper is a tad sticky when you first apply, but it mellows as you wear it. And the plumper really helps to smooth out the little lines on my lips.

One of my favorite things about the Kimiko Tint & Lip Plumper is how long it lasts, once you apply this the color stays for hours saving you the hassle of having to reapply. Definitely the longest wearing gloss product I have right now, the fact it’s good for my lips is icing on the cake!

KIMIKO TINT & LIP PLUMPER

This all-in-one product instantly gives stars like Demi Moore full, sexy lips that last up to 48 hours. And the sheer gloss’s antioxidant formula comes in exotic fruit-inspired colors that are perfect for summer.

Sheer Tint and Lip Plumper

* Dehydrated collagen molecules re-hydrate to instantly plump and smooth lips
* Berry and pomegranate extracts give color and antioxidant protection
* Hydrates lips and helps increase elasticity, smoothness and production of collagen

Channel your inner vixen with this natural and effective lip enhancer! This unique tinted treatment creates sheer, buildable color with berry and pomegranate extracts that have added antioxidant protection. Hydra-FirmaLift™helps reduce lip lines and increase overall hydration.

The reverse end holds an advanced Plumper containing patented dehydrated collagen molecules that expand with the lip’s natural moisture to instantly increase lip volume, reduce fine lines and give lips a fuller, smoother look. This non-irritating Plumper has a cool refreshing feel.

I love the Golden Apricot shade.

$37.00 Kimiko Lip Tint and Plumper. Free Shipping!

Kimiko Lifting Puff Blush

Kimiko Lifting Puff Blush is a godsend for girls-on-the-go. It comes complete with a built-in puff and a mirror housed in the cap so you can buff on a pretty flush sans brush. Plus Kimiko Puff Blush also helps firm your skin with its Hydra-FirmLift-powered ingredients. I’m loving the Cherry Blossom shade, a soft matte pink, that’s leaves you with that perfect “flushed” look.

# With Hydra-FirmaLift™
# Helps to lift and firm skin
# Convenient puff applicator

This unique lifting and enhancing blush softly brightens cheeks by adding healthy looking color while simultaneously giving your skin an uplifting treatment. This purse-friendly blush has a mirror built into the cap for perfectly easy touch-ups.

$38.00 Lifting Puff Blush Free Shipping

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Simple, chic, and sometimes with freckles shining through, the au natural look gets updated and subtly illuminated with peachy, pinky shades to give a slight punch that looks almost doll-like. Makeup artist Tyron Machusen explains, “For lips, these shades of apricot and pink are flattering on everyone and really complement a gorgeous, fresh complexion.”

CREAMY EYES:

For eyes that glisten, first cover dark circles, and even the upper lid with a reflective concealer. Apply champagne shadow to lids, then define the upper lash line with deep brown shadow. Bolster lashes with a coat of lash primer, and finish with blue-black mascara to instantly brighten the eyes.

TRY THIS:

Wicked Lovely Eye Shadow Duo by Smashbox is an luxurious eye shadow duo.

What it does:
Smashbox Wicked Lovely Eye Shadow Duo is exactly what you need to create a smoldering look for evening.

What else you need to know:
This limited-edition product has a velvety cashmere texture which glides on for buildable color and blends smoothly for looks that last.

$24.00 - BUY IT HERE!

PEARLY LIPS:

For lush lips, first smooth them out with a lip exfoliator. Then outline and fill them in with shimmery nude lipstick. Take the shine up a notch with a layer of peachy gloss.

TRY THIS:

Emulsion Lip Exfoliant by Smashbox is the first sugar-based, peppermint, lip exfoliator that is perfectly edible, and smells delicious. Experience a cooling sensation as poppy seeds and sugar granules gently remove dry, flaky skin, while shea butter, jojoba, and antioxidants condition and revitalize lips.

To use: Apply emulsion to top and bottom lips - working it in a circular motion to exfoliate. Allow emulsion to remain on lips for several seconds until a cooling sensation begins. To remove, moisten a cotton pad with water and gently wipe away scrub. Follow with a generous application of Smashbox’s Treatment Lipstick.

$18.00 - BUY IT HERE!

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I was recently sent a ton of amazing products from Anastasia, and I’ve had some time to try them out, and see how they work.  There are some AMAZING products, and here is one of my favorites!

Brow Enhancing Serum by Anastasia is a colorless and odorless gel, comprised of a unique blend of top proteins and vitamins designed to condition, repair, and restore the eyebrows.

What it is formulated to do:
Gone are the days of sparse, thin brows - say hello to fuller, thicker-looking brows with Brow Enhancing Serum. The unique gel-based formula is designed to help restore thin, over-plucked, and undernourished eyebrows. The deep conditioning action works to help stimulate brow growth, leaving them looking bold and beautiful.

What else you need to know:
Unlike other eyebrow regrowth products on the market that claim to work in a few months, Brow Enhancing Serum is clinically proven to stimulate the hair follicle in as quickly as 4-6 weeks! An easy-to-use applicator allows the non-greasy formula to glide on smooth without tugging or pulling and is gentle enough to be used every day. Brow Enhancing Serum is not harmful to the eyes or the surrounding skin area, plus as an added bonus, it also slows down excess hair loss, which results in a healthier fuller-looking brow.

For Thinning Brows:

“Play connect the dots!” says Sephora Beauty Pro Vanessa Dunn. One dot at the front of the brow, one dot at the top of the arch, and a final dot at the tail end. Then take a brow pencil and lightly shade it all in. Why dot on dots? So you can get an idea of how the end result will be shaped—after all, brows are no place for practicing your freehand.

Remember: The biggest brow boo-boo you can make is drawing on too-dark arches. Keep your coloring light-handed, and always mimic brow growth. Short, hair-like strokes look better than two filled-in hunks of color hovering over your eyes.

$35.00 - BUY IT HERE!

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I love me some black eyeliner.  I think I might have to go pick this up!

Caviar Eye Liner by Laura Mercier is an ultra-luxe creamy cake eyeliner.

Laura Mercier Caviar Eye Liner is a semi-crème makeup that delivers long-lasting pure color with a rich, kohl-like texture. The ideal formula applies effortlessly for a velvety, matte finish, and the buildable pigment allows for infinite looks. It’s virtually mistake-proof.

This liner is so delightfully creamy that it’s not necessary to use water with the brush. Dermatologist-tested.

$22.00 - BUY IT HERE!

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The usually bubbly Jessica Simpson channels a young Grace Kelly in this look. Here she shows us that, with the right makeup and hair, it is possible to mirror the archetype of consummate sophistication. (Her remarkably creamy skin helps.) Quiet elegance is set off by flirty lashes and subtle pink hues. Pivotal to the overall appearance are well-applied and delicately shaped false lashes. To capture Jessica’s graceful look, follow these steps:

Step 1 Start by applying the lashes because they’re the most intricate part of this makeup application and you need focus and energy to apply them. Remember: In order for false lashes to adhere, the eyelids and upper lash line must be clean and dry, so make sure there’s no oily residue surrounding the eyes. Apply your “falsies” following the natural curve of your lash line.

Step 2 After your lashes are in place, you’ll want to apply a bit of black-brown mascara to your natural lashes. The mascara will act as an extra adherent, allowing your natural lashes blend with the false ones. Do this by carefully combing mascara from the underside of your upper lash line; wait a few seconds and repeat.

Step 3 Next, you’ll use a black-brown eyeliner pencil to fill in the area just along, and on the insides of, your lower lash line.

Step 4 Brush through your brows so they’re smooth and even, and fill in just a tad with brow powder to accentuate your arch.

Step 5 Next, apply a creamy foundation and blend evenly and smoothly. To diffuse the overly pigmented look of foundation, blend in a bit of oil-free moisturizer with it in your hand before applying it to your face.

Step 6 Apply a cream blush to the apples of the cheeks with your fingers in small circular motions.

Step 7 Use a brush to apply a baby pink lipstick to the lips for even coverage.

Step 8 Intensify your pink mouth by encircling your lips with a nude-pink lip pencil. Then use your lip brush to blend the perimeters of the pencil into your lips so there is no discernable line.

Recommended Products

Product Name: Shu Uemura False Lashes in 01
These lashes will give you that eye emphasis without going over the top. They are fashioned with a few thick strands for drama.
Price: $12
Available: ShuUemura.com

Product Name: DuWop Blush Therapy in Elixir
This natural-looking velvety pink cream blush imparts an instant cooling sensation to the skin as it calms the senses with a soothing blend of essential oils.
Price: $22
Available: Sephora.com

Product Name: Paul & Joe Lipstick in Pain D’Epice 27
This rich beige-pink lipstick contains chamomile, marigold and white-lily extracts to keep lips soft and moisturized.
Price: $18
Available: Sephora.com

Product Name: Dianne Brill’s Lip Lingerie Lip Liner in Demi Cup
A clear pink just natural enough to enhance the lips’ perimeters without appearing conspicuous.
Price: $19
Available: Beauty.com

Product Name: Rimmel Volum’ Eyes 5X Volume Mascara
I love Rimmel’s comb-through applicator, which allows lashes to become lengthier without clumping.
Price: $7
Available: Drugstores nationwide

Product Name: Paula Dorf Brow Stencil Kit
A neat little stencil box of brow shapes from super-fine to full, so you can create the perfect brow!
Price: $25
Available: Sephora.com

Product Name: Make Up For Ever Pan Stick
You can blend this creamy foundation onto the skin with a moist sponge, or for a heavier coverage, use directly on the skin with fingers ‑- it’s also an excellent concealer.
Price: $30
Available: Sephora.com

Pics: Jessica Simpson - Glamour Russia August 2008

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I absolutely LOVE the color of this lipgloss, and I’m thinking I might have to hit up Sephora before my Girls Night tonight!  The girls and I are all getting together downtown for some drinks and appetizers, and this might have to come join me tonight.

Wicked Lovely Lip Gloss by Smashbox is a sinfully bold gloss to apply for a wicked pout.

Smashbox Wicked Lovely Lip Gloss is an ultra luxe gloss that enhances lips with a seductive shine.

These limited-edition, Sephora-exclusive shades coordinate perfectly with Wicked Lovely Lip Pencil colors.

The color you see above is “Sultry” and it’s a Limited Edition version that’s only available at Sephora!

$18.00 - BUY IT HERE!

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Sienna Miller’s (pictured here in this month’s Elle Russia) style is effortlessly cool - her hair always tousled in just the right way and her eye make-up always perfectly smudged with kohl. Sienna’s beauty rules are simple, she favors nourishing, natural products like Korres Sunflower & Vitamin F Shampoo, Elemis’ Skin Nourishing Bath Milk and when it comes to make-up she creates her night time look with Bobbi Brown’s Gel Eyeliner, perfect for creating graphic 1960s, Edie Sedgwick style, flicks and keeps her complexion clear with Susan Posnick’s ColorFlo, a super light mineral make-up base.

I had heard of all of the above items except for Susan Posnick’s ColorFlo.  I looked it up, and here’s what I found!

SIMPLY BRUSH AND GO COLORFLO the finest milled mineral foundation in a luxurious, self-dispensing refillable brush.

With only nine all natural ingredients, COLORFLO provides powerful and completely natural sun protection. COLORFLO will not clog pores or irritate sensitive skin. In fact, the ingredients are so gentle, you can apply COLORFLO immediately after all skin treatments.

COLORFLO is offered in shades for every skin tone, plus the perfect Shimmer and the ideal Bronzer. Not sure which shade is right for you? Contact us at 877.280.6360 or customerservice@susanposnick.com.

Benefits:

• Sun protection that lasts in water
• SPF 26
• Anti-bacterial
• Sweat proof and water resistant
• Enriched with Vitamins A and E

Application:

• Adjustable coverage gently sweep for light coverage; apply in circular motion for more coverage
• Slide clear plastic sleeve up to create a smaller brush for more precise coverage
• Use with concealer brush on blemishes
• Wash brush thoroughly before refilling

$64.00 - BUY IT HERE!

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Right now Mark is running a special! Free with the purchase of any two mark haircare products.

Here are 2 well-rated hair products for you to try out!

mark Mega Volume Root Lifting Spray With Soothing Geranium

Alcohol-free spray gives even fine, limp hair all-day body, lift and texture. Contains soothing geranium and chamomile extracts. Specially formulated to build body and thickness at the root. 6 fl. oz.

Only $5.00! BUY IT HERE!

mark Mega Volume Next Day Spray

Refresh hair between shampoos with this spray that helps remove buildup & reduces the appearance of oil. 6 fl. oz.

Only $5.00! BUY IT HERE!

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I absolutely LOVE eye palettes.  I think they might be my favorite type of makeup.  It’s just so fun to have more than one shade of eyeshadow, all together in one cute package! After I saw this, I knew I was going to have to buy it - how fun does this look!

This is a kit that contains everything you need to create sexy, sizzling lids with no fuss or guesswork.

From superstar celebrity clients to soccer moms and sorority girls, it seems like everyone wants smoky eyes and yet no one knows how to create them. So, Too Faced has come to the rescue with the professional-quality Too Faced Smoky Eye Shadow Kit, for any age on any occasion.

Also included are easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction cards that allow you to smoke it up from the office or school to the red carpet or runway in a flash. Not to mention the fact that it’s super, duper fun!

Shades include: Cream (ivory cream), Fawn (peachy taupe shimmer), Bronze (deep bronze shimmer), Sugar Cookie (peach champagne shimmer), Wicked Green (dark emerald green shimmer), Midnight (dark violet blue shimmer), Black Suede (black), Silver (silver shimmer), and Black Spark (shimmering gray black) plus two dual-ended sponge tip/ brush applicators.

$32.00 - BUY IT HERE!