Things That I Have Been Loving This Summer

Hello, An image diary of things that I have been trying and loving this summer...  

Skincare 

Andalou Naturals Apricot Probiotic Cleansing Milk is all natural and works like a dream for dry skin.  Not to mention, it smells delicious!

SK-II is not new to me, but I have not used anything from the line in a few years.  This SK-II Pitera Essence Set (similar set sold in link) was gifted to me from my relative.  It was purchased in Asia.

I bought the SK-II Cellumination Mask-in Lotion to go with the set.  It offers mask like benefits and keeps my skin moist throughout the day.  This is the perfect toner/treatment when you do not have time to do facial masks.  Love!

Thanks to Rowena at rolala loves for telling me about La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Melt-In Sunscreen Milk.  This is the best drugstore sunscreen!

Heliotrope is a San Francisco natural skincare company.  This purifying mist is the first purchase from the brand for me, I carried it in my purse wherever I went this summer.  It has a refreshing scent.  It can be used on the face and in the home.

Makeup

I have been reaching for pink blushes a lot this summer.  Bobbi Brown Blush in 9 Pale Pink is one of my all time favorites.

I have been a big fan of the Diorsnow sunscreen for years.  I picked up Diorsnow UV Shield BB Creme when it came out earlier this year.  It does not disappoint.  It has excellent coverage, color, and skin protection.  For me, it looks best without a setting powder.   This is my current HG BB cream.

Random 

If you are in the Bay Area, you need to try Simply Mochi.  They make the best mochi outside of Japan.  Interesting flavors and always made perfectly!   Mochi goodness!

What are you loving this summer?  Thanks for stopping by and until next post......

Random Sightings of Summer 2012 Makeup Displays

Hello,  The summer makeup collections are kicking up several notches in the color department and there are bronzers everywhere!  Here are some favorites...

Loreal It's Gold Or Nothing At All

Dior Croisette

Aveda

Wet N Wild Feeling Hot, Hot, Haute!

Illamasqua Human Fundamentalism

Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist

Revlon Escapism

What is your favorite Summer 2012 makeup collection?


Until next post......

Dior Garden Party Scented Nail Polish in Waterlily and Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Glow in Pretty Rose

Hello, Let's look at two new items from the Dior Garden Party Spring 2012 Collection - Scented Nail Polish in Waterlily and Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Glow in 452 Pretty Rose.  First, the nail polish shown above is a vibrant creamy mint green with micro shimmers.  I normally do not go for nail colors that are too trendy, but I really like this unique shade of green.  It is a deeper green compared to most other mint green colors that I am used to seeing out there.   This color is very fresh and youthful . The other part that intrigues me about this polish is once the polish dries, the polish scent changes into a rose scent.  The rose scent lasts for a couple of days.

Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Glow in 452 Pretty Rose is a "your lips but better" lip gloss color.  It is a light salmon pink color.  It is super shiny and not sticky.  It is pretty and natural worn alone or it can be layered over lipstick for extra shine. For those who like the plump and pouty lip look, this lip gloss will help you achieve it.

These items are my picks from the collection. You can check out the collection in its entirety available at Nordstrom.  Until next post......

Random Sightings of Spring 2012 Makeup Displays

Hello, Here we are still in winter, but the Spring 2012 Makeup Collections have already made their way to the stores.  Whether it is soft pastel, neon, or earthy tones, the scene got me very excited about the arrival of Spring in the not too distant future.  I already picked up some goodies from Burberry, Dior, Estee Lauder, Loreal, and Rimmel London to name a few (the Rimmel collections are new in the US, but they were released in Europe in 2011).  I will review many of these products in due course.  In the meantime, here are some iPhone snap shots of a few of my favorite collections for Spring 2012.

Have you checked out any of the Spring 2012 Collections yet?  Until next post......

Rimmel London Kate Moss Lipstick Collection

Rimmel London Glam' Eyes HD Shadows

Estee Lauder Topaz New Pure Color Spring 2012

Burberry Spring/Summer 2012

Guerlain "The Pinks and the Blacks" Collection Spring 2012

MAC Naturally

Dior "Garden Party" Spring Collection