Friday, January 30, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
I'm at a loss for a clever title.
Maybe I shouldn't be saying this, as this is a blog dedicated to make up and all, but I really don't like wearing foundation. I think it stems from my adolescence when wearing foundation was sort of a losing battle; I could never fully cover my acne ridden skin and the stuff I was wearing clogged my pores to the point that my skin never got a chance to clear up.
Luckily, great strides have been made in the foundation arena and I no longer feel the need to use a putty knife when applying the stuff. I still prefer to go without, or with very little, but we all need help from time to time.
I was headed for a nice dinner with friends after work one day, and I hadn't brought any makeup with me at all. I stopped off at a Long's Drugs in a desperate search for a bit of cover up. I was really pleased with Physicians Formula: Le Velvet Film Makeup and Le Velvet Compact Mirror.
These two items are sold separately, but the makeup is about $5 and the compact is under $4 (and you only need to buy the compact once) so it's still cheaper than so many foundations out there.
This product is aptly named, because it really does feel as soft as velvet on your skin. It covers any and all skin imperfections and never feels cakey. Honestly, you forget that you're even wearing anything at all. Oh, and it lasts ALL DAY. It's my all time favorite foundation, but I've only managed to find it at one effing store. Target and Wal Mart carry the brand, but not this particular product. C'mon guys, don't break my heart like that.
I like the current trend to use a mineral poweder as a foundation. I'm in love with the Bare Minerals product line, but that ish is expensive. I mostly just "borrow" my sister's. Luckily for my wallet (and my sister's make up supply), plenty of companies have released their own, affordable, versions. I'm a fan of the Maybelline Mineral Power Natural Perfecting Powder Foundation 
(As a side note, why does every product have such a long name. I mean 7 words to basically say "mineral face powder?" eesh.)
This powder goes on nice and light and covers a good deal of skin imperfections. It doesn't cover EVERYTHING like the Bare Minerals does, but it's only about $10. Again, doesn't make you feel like you're in stage makeup and leaves your skin to breathe. If you keep an eye out, you can find this product along with a "free gift" like a concealer or a mascara or somesuch.
Luckily, great strides have been made in the foundation arena and I no longer feel the need to use a putty knife when applying the stuff. I still prefer to go without, or with very little, but we all need help from time to time.
I was headed for a nice dinner with friends after work one day, and I hadn't brought any makeup with me at all. I stopped off at a Long's Drugs in a desperate search for a bit of cover up. I was really pleased with Physicians Formula: Le Velvet Film Makeup and Le Velvet Compact Mirror.
These two items are sold separately, but the makeup is about $5 and the compact is under $4 (and you only need to buy the compact once) so it's still cheaper than so many foundations out there.
This product is aptly named, because it really does feel as soft as velvet on your skin. It covers any and all skin imperfections and never feels cakey. Honestly, you forget that you're even wearing anything at all. Oh, and it lasts ALL DAY. It's my all time favorite foundation, but I've only managed to find it at one effing store. Target and Wal Mart carry the brand, but not this particular product. C'mon guys, don't break my heart like that.
I like the current trend to use a mineral poweder as a foundation. I'm in love with the Bare Minerals product line, but that ish is expensive. I mostly just "borrow" my sister's. Luckily for my wallet (and my sister's make up supply), plenty of companies have released their own, affordable, versions. I'm a fan of the Maybelline Mineral Power Natural Perfecting Powder Foundation
(As a side note, why does every product have such a long name. I mean 7 words to basically say "mineral face powder?" eesh.)
This powder goes on nice and light and covers a good deal of skin imperfections. It doesn't cover EVERYTHING like the Bare Minerals does, but it's only about $10. Again, doesn't make you feel like you're in stage makeup and leaves your skin to breathe. If you keep an eye out, you can find this product along with a "free gift" like a concealer or a mascara or somesuch.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Scent of a Woman
There is absolutely NOTHING wrong with a little extravagance from time to time. In fact, it's my deeply held belief that without spoiling yourself at least a little, you do yourself a disservice. What's the point of earning money if you never do anything fun with it?
This post is going to be about my favorite beauty indulgence: Perfume.
Honestly, I'm a bit of a perfume whore lately. For a long time there, I was loyal to ONE perfume (I adore the idea of a woman having a signature scent, you know? I wanted people to think of ME whenever they smelled it.) But as of late, I've been branching out. Perfume is the one thing that I tend to buy the advertisements for, hook line and sinker. My favorites not only sell a scent, but an image of a slightly mysterious and completely intriguing woman.
My all time favorite perfume has to be Allure by Chanel.
From the product description on the Neiman Marcus website: Clean and sheer, warm and sexy. Difficult to define; impossible to resist. Yes! I want to be that woman! (well, ok, maybe I don't want to be sheer exactly, but you get my point.) I first fell in love with Allure when a man I was seeing wore the Allure Homme (ohmygah, that scent makes me weak in the knees. ya'll) and I went to the Chanel counter to try the femmine version. It was love at first whiff. It's rich and a bit musky and sort of classy sexy. A whore would never wear it, but a mistress certainly would. This is the perfume that mixes oh so well with my Johnson's Baby Oil. It's light enough for day wear but transitions perfectly for a sexy night out.
I first smelled Versace Crystal Noir thanks to a former co-worker. I was chatting with her in her office one day when I got a whiff. I swear to you, I used to stop in her office just to smell her. Of course I couldn't buy it until I no longer worked with her; you don't steal another lady's signature scent. But as soon as I left that place, I got me some of this. Will you just look at the bottle?
Gorgeous, right? For some reason, this bottle makes me think of Elizabeth Taylor. No one but NO ONE has ever been more beautiful than Ms. Taylor, and I've yet to see a perfume bottle that is prettier than this. Not only does it look good, but it smells amazing. It's sexy, dark, rich and grown up. Spray this on before a date and you'll feel like a dark and mysterious siren and irresistible to men.
Another current favorite is Tom Ford Black Orchid Voile de Fleur.
This is also in a really pretty bottle; sort of sleek and reminiscent of Art Deco, but much more understated than the Versace. The scent, however, is anything BUT understated. Now, if you're going to purchase this scent, be careful that you don't buy the original Black Orchid as the bottles are deceptively similar. This is the lighter version of the Black Orchid, but there's nothing "light" about this fragrance. It has more white floral than the original, but it's still dark, earthy, and utterly breathtaking. This is the scent you wear on the second or third date, when the time for being sweet and ladylike is past, and you're ready to get down to bi'nezz. I would not recommend wearing this for brunch with Gram.
Beauty Tip
Don't ever, EVER buy a perfume before you have worn it for at least a day. Scents wear differently on different people, and a scent rarely ends up smelling worn as it does straight out of the bottle. I also don't tend to trust those samples you can get in the magazines; they never give you the full picture.
Did you know that you can go to Nordstrom and request a sample of ANY perfume? They'll spray the perfume into a little vial and give it you for FREE. How bad ass is that? Each vial gives you enough to wear for at least a week. Sometimes, the perfume counter will have pre-made samples that have a spritzer thingy on it, and those tend to be a little larger. I always get a sample of a perfume before I buy it. After all, perfume is expensive and there's no point in forkin' out the dough if it ends up smellin' rank on you.
Beauty Tip 2
Amazon.com is a great place to find deals on perfume. There tends to be a pre-set price for perfume and there's little to no price difference from store to store. Amazon, however, offers good bargains from time to time.
This post is going to be about my favorite beauty indulgence: Perfume.
Honestly, I'm a bit of a perfume whore lately. For a long time there, I was loyal to ONE perfume (I adore the idea of a woman having a signature scent, you know? I wanted people to think of ME whenever they smelled it.) But as of late, I've been branching out. Perfume is the one thing that I tend to buy the advertisements for, hook line and sinker. My favorites not only sell a scent, but an image of a slightly mysterious and completely intriguing woman.
My all time favorite perfume has to be Allure by Chanel.
From the product description on the Neiman Marcus website: Clean and sheer, warm and sexy. Difficult to define; impossible to resist. Yes! I want to be that woman! (well, ok, maybe I don't want to be sheer exactly, but you get my point.) I first fell in love with Allure when a man I was seeing wore the Allure Homme (ohmygah, that scent makes me weak in the knees. ya'll) and I went to the Chanel counter to try the femmine version. It was love at first whiff. It's rich and a bit musky and sort of classy sexy. A whore would never wear it, but a mistress certainly would. This is the perfume that mixes oh so well with my Johnson's Baby Oil. It's light enough for day wear but transitions perfectly for a sexy night out.
I first smelled Versace Crystal Noir thanks to a former co-worker. I was chatting with her in her office one day when I got a whiff. I swear to you, I used to stop in her office just to smell her. Of course I couldn't buy it until I no longer worked with her; you don't steal another lady's signature scent. But as soon as I left that place, I got me some of this. Will you just look at the bottle?
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Another current favorite is Tom Ford Black Orchid Voile de Fleur.
This is also in a really pretty bottle; sort of sleek and reminiscent of Art Deco, but much more understated than the Versace. The scent, however, is anything BUT understated. Now, if you're going to purchase this scent, be careful that you don't buy the original Black Orchid as the bottles are deceptively similar. This is the lighter version of the Black Orchid, but there's nothing "light" about this fragrance. It has more white floral than the original, but it's still dark, earthy, and utterly breathtaking. This is the scent you wear on the second or third date, when the time for being sweet and ladylike is past, and you're ready to get down to bi'nezz. I would not recommend wearing this for brunch with Gram.
Beauty Tip
Don't ever, EVER buy a perfume before you have worn it for at least a day. Scents wear differently on different people, and a scent rarely ends up smelling worn as it does straight out of the bottle. I also don't tend to trust those samples you can get in the magazines; they never give you the full picture.
Did you know that you can go to Nordstrom and request a sample of ANY perfume? They'll spray the perfume into a little vial and give it you for FREE. How bad ass is that? Each vial gives you enough to wear for at least a week. Sometimes, the perfume counter will have pre-made samples that have a spritzer thingy on it, and those tend to be a little larger. I always get a sample of a perfume before I buy it. After all, perfume is expensive and there's no point in forkin' out the dough if it ends up smellin' rank on you.
Beauty Tip 2
Amazon.com is a great place to find deals on perfume. There tends to be a pre-set price for perfume and there's little to no price difference from store to store. Amazon, however, offers good bargains from time to time.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
It Puts the Lotion on Its SKIN!
For some reason, that line always makes me laugh. True, it's from one of the most disturbing scenes in a movie EVER, but it's also kind of funny. I mean, "It puts the lotion on its skin or else it gets the hose again." It's like Dr. Suess for serial killers or something.
Before I freak you out further, let's get to the lotion!
For the record,I HATE putting on lotion. It just seems so time consuming and labor intensive or something. But I have really dry legs that itch like a sumbitch if I don't slather them occasionally, so I guess I should just stop whining, right?
The type of lotion/oil you use should vary with the seasons. A thick heavy lotion in the summer feels really oppressive and smothering, but it's just the thing for the cold and dry winter months. Since it's, um, winter and all, let's start with my favorite cold weather product:
Johnson's Baby Lotion
I absolutely love the clean, sweet smell of this lotion. Of course it brings up all the good stuff we love about babies, but leaves out all the vomit and dirty diaper unpleasantness. It's also nice and creamy and the softness lasts all day. The scent is light enough not to interfere with any perfume you wear. Johnson's has recently come out with new scents, and I also quite like the
Johnson's Bedtime Lotion
It's "enriched" (their word, not mine) with lavender and chamomile, so it really is great to put on just before bed. It's so soft and soothing. Both go for just about $5 and last forever.
Just as I'm writing this post did I realize that I'm pretty brand specific with my body lotion/oil. Apparently, I'm strictly a Johnson's girl.
In summer, I adore the Johnson's Baby Oil
Again, it has a very faint, clean scent. Slather this stuff on as soon as you get out of the shower and the softness will last all day. I really like this oil because it mixes really well with my favorite perfume and even makes the scent of the perfume last longer than usual. At just under $6, it's kind of an awesome deal.
Oh, as I was searching the Johnson's website (http://www.johnsonsbaby.com/product.do?id=35) I noticed that they offer dollar off coupons at their site. Sweet!
Before I freak you out further, let's get to the lotion!
For the record,I HATE putting on lotion. It just seems so time consuming and labor intensive or something. But I have really dry legs that itch like a sumbitch if I don't slather them occasionally, so I guess I should just stop whining, right?
The type of lotion/oil you use should vary with the seasons. A thick heavy lotion in the summer feels really oppressive and smothering, but it's just the thing for the cold and dry winter months. Since it's, um, winter and all, let's start with my favorite cold weather product:
Johnson's Baby Lotion
I absolutely love the clean, sweet smell of this lotion. Of course it brings up all the good stuff we love about babies, but leaves out all the vomit and dirty diaper unpleasantness. It's also nice and creamy and the softness lasts all day. The scent is light enough not to interfere with any perfume you wear. Johnson's has recently come out with new scents, and I also quite like the
Johnson's Bedtime Lotion
It's "enriched" (their word, not mine) with lavender and chamomile, so it really is great to put on just before bed. It's so soft and soothing. Both go for just about $5 and last forever.
Just as I'm writing this post did I realize that I'm pretty brand specific with my body lotion/oil. Apparently, I'm strictly a Johnson's girl.
In summer, I adore the Johnson's Baby Oil
Again, it has a very faint, clean scent. Slather this stuff on as soon as you get out of the shower and the softness will last all day. I really like this oil because it mixes really well with my favorite perfume and even makes the scent of the perfume last longer than usual. At just under $6, it's kind of an awesome deal.
Oh, as I was searching the Johnson's website (http://www.johnsonsbaby.com/product.do?id=35) I noticed that they offer dollar off coupons at their site. Sweet!
Sunday, January 18, 2009
In Which I Geek Out Over A Cheap Dress
I have to share something with ya'll.
So SammyJo and I went to Target a few nights ago. While flipping through the sales rack, I found a dress that I'd wanted since I first saw it. It was originally $30 bucks and I'd been biding my time til it went on sale. And oh boy was it ever on sale! It was marked down to $6. I was so happy that I bought TWO (one in black and one in plaid.) Wait though, it gets better. When I got to the register, I found out that there was an additional 30% off clearance. When the dress rang up for $4, I was so excited I actually hi-fived SammyJo. I know, I'm a dork right? But FOUR DOLLARS!
Cute, right? It's been like two days and I'm still stoked about it. I need a life.
So SammyJo and I went to Target a few nights ago. While flipping through the sales rack, I found a dress that I'd wanted since I first saw it. It was originally $30 bucks and I'd been biding my time til it went on sale. And oh boy was it ever on sale! It was marked down to $6. I was so happy that I bought TWO (one in black and one in plaid.) Wait though, it gets better. When I got to the register, I found out that there was an additional 30% off clearance. When the dress rang up for $4, I was so excited I actually hi-fived SammyJo. I know, I'm a dork right? But FOUR DOLLARS!
Cute, right? It's been like two days and I'm still stoked about it. I need a life.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Lip Service
Does anyone else wonder how much Angelina Jolie spends a year on lipsticks, gloss, and lip moisturizers? It's very possible that I'm the only one who spends even one second on this train of thought. But seriously, look at that:
Her lips are gigantic, and you never see them looking chapped or dry or really, anything less than totally sexy and fabulous (is it obvious yet that I have a total girl-crush on Angelina?) Maybe she has a personal assistant whose sole job is lip maintenance. As an A list celebrity, she may have that luxury. The rest of us poor schlubs have to work a little harder to keep ourselves lookin' fly.
My all time number one favorite product is
Burt's Bees Beeswax Lipbalm
I first started using this product like, ten years ago when I worked at Tower Books. Back then, Tower was the only place around that sold the stuff. Now, of course, every beauty mag touts the genius of this balm. Pssht. I'm so ahead of you, Glamour. Since the first time I used this stuff, I've never been without it. Nothing else I've ever tried has made my lips so soft and healthy. It's got a great, minty scent and it's filled with tingly goodness. Burt's Bees now has a wide variety of scents and flavors, but it's the original that I love the most. It'll be the best $3 you've ever spent.
As for adding some color to my lips, I prefer a nice gloss in the spring/summer and a lipstick in the winter/fall.
I happen to love the Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss
The above are my two favorite colors; Nude Lustre and Pearl Plum. Nude Lustre has a really pretty pink undertone and is perfect for the summer months. I particularly like to wear this gloss when I go heavy on the eyemakeup. Nothin' hotter than a smoky eye and a nice, glossy nude lip. The Pearl Plum has a bit of glitter in it, but nothing overwhelming. It's a good basic every day shade. This lipgloss is poppin' and it goes for about $6.50.
In the winter and fall, a lipstick just feels more appropriate than a gloss. I prefer dark reds, and the Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Bordeaux is one of my favorites.
The color is so dark and rich and wearing it makes me feel very old Hollywood glamorous. It goes on nice and smooth and doesn't ever feel to globby or gross. You can usually find this brand for just under $4.
Beauty Tip
It's really easy to use the shades already in your makeup bag to create varying shades and effects. For instance, if you want a darker, matte shade, prime your lips first with a dab of your foundation. Then use a nude lip liner to create the desired shape. After that, apply the lipstick, pressing a little harder than usual. Blot, then dab on a bit more lipstick again. Voila! Not only will you get the matte look, but the lipstick will stay on longer than normal.
Maybe you want a dewy, fresh look. Start by slathering on your Burt's Bees Lipbalm. Then apply the lipstick using the tip of your finger. Dab dab dab the color on, and then follow that with a nice, sheer gloss.
You'll be amazed at how many different looks you can achieve using just a few colors. Don't be afraid to play around and experiement!
Beauty Tip Two
Lips lookin' kinda dry or flaky lately? Don't worry about it. Before bed, use your toothbrush to scrub the dead skin from your lips. Then use a washcloth to remove any excess grossness. Immediately apply your favorite lipbalm (ahem, like Burt's Bees. I can't push this stuff enough.) Your lips will not only be soft and flake free, but the vigorous brushing will also make your lips red and full, so this is also a good trick to perform before going on a date.
Her lips are gigantic, and you never see them looking chapped or dry or really, anything less than totally sexy and fabulous (is it obvious yet that I have a total girl-crush on Angelina?) Maybe she has a personal assistant whose sole job is lip maintenance. As an A list celebrity, she may have that luxury. The rest of us poor schlubs have to work a little harder to keep ourselves lookin' fly.
My all time number one favorite product is
Burt's Bees Beeswax Lipbalm
I first started using this product like, ten years ago when I worked at Tower Books. Back then, Tower was the only place around that sold the stuff. Now, of course, every beauty mag touts the genius of this balm. Pssht. I'm so ahead of you, Glamour. Since the first time I used this stuff, I've never been without it. Nothing else I've ever tried has made my lips so soft and healthy. It's got a great, minty scent and it's filled with tingly goodness. Burt's Bees now has a wide variety of scents and flavors, but it's the original that I love the most. It'll be the best $3 you've ever spent.
As for adding some color to my lips, I prefer a nice gloss in the spring/summer and a lipstick in the winter/fall.
I happen to love the Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss
The above are my two favorite colors; Nude Lustre and Pearl Plum. Nude Lustre has a really pretty pink undertone and is perfect for the summer months. I particularly like to wear this gloss when I go heavy on the eyemakeup. Nothin' hotter than a smoky eye and a nice, glossy nude lip. The Pearl Plum has a bit of glitter in it, but nothing overwhelming. It's a good basic every day shade. This lipgloss is poppin' and it goes for about $6.50.
In the winter and fall, a lipstick just feels more appropriate than a gloss. I prefer dark reds, and the Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Bordeaux is one of my favorites.
The color is so dark and rich and wearing it makes me feel very old Hollywood glamorous. It goes on nice and smooth and doesn't ever feel to globby or gross. You can usually find this brand for just under $4.
Beauty Tip
It's really easy to use the shades already in your makeup bag to create varying shades and effects. For instance, if you want a darker, matte shade, prime your lips first with a dab of your foundation. Then use a nude lip liner to create the desired shape. After that, apply the lipstick, pressing a little harder than usual. Blot, then dab on a bit more lipstick again. Voila! Not only will you get the matte look, but the lipstick will stay on longer than normal.
Maybe you want a dewy, fresh look. Start by slathering on your Burt's Bees Lipbalm. Then apply the lipstick using the tip of your finger. Dab dab dab the color on, and then follow that with a nice, sheer gloss.
You'll be amazed at how many different looks you can achieve using just a few colors. Don't be afraid to play around and experiement!
Beauty Tip Two
Lips lookin' kinda dry or flaky lately? Don't worry about it. Before bed, use your toothbrush to scrub the dead skin from your lips. Then use a washcloth to remove any excess grossness. Immediately apply your favorite lipbalm (ahem, like Burt's Bees. I can't push this stuff enough.) Your lips will not only be soft and flake free, but the vigorous brushing will also make your lips red and full, so this is also a good trick to perform before going on a date.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Body Warsh
I'd like to just point out that the "warsh" in the title is a shout out to my Grandma, who, despite her 40 plus years in California, holds on to some weird southern pronunciations. Warsh? Really? Clearly, there is no "r" in wash. She also says "ruint" instead of "ruined." It's both baffling and totally endearing.
On with the show!
Body wash is one of those products that can end up costing way more than it's seemingly worth. It's also one of those things that most women have multiples of in their shower. Is it the scent? Is it the promises printed on the bottle of younger, softer skin? Is it just that we get bored with one bottle long before it's finished? Hold up, when did this blog turn into the opening sequence of Sex and the City? I'd better stop asking questions before I start equating body washes to men and relationships.
I don't tend to like body washes with too heavy a fragrance. If the body wash has a strong smell that lingers, it mixes with your perfume and you end up smellin' kinda funky. So your only option is to go with one of those body wash/lotion/spray sets like they sell at Victoria's Secret. Then, of course, you end up smelling like a teenage hooker. I had a roommate that was obsessed with the "LoveSpell" line. Now every time I smell it, I sort of want to barf.
That's why I love this stuff:
St. Ives Mineral Therapy
It's super rich and leaves your skin really clean and soft. At just about $5 for an 18oz bottle, it's a terrific bargain.
I gave up bar soap several years ago because it dried out my skin and made it feel sorta scaly and gross. But on a recent trip to Target, I bought a trial size of Dove Beauty Bar
Yeah, I pretty much love it. The scent is so clean and fresh and no body wash that I've tried so far makes my skin as soft. The softness lasts all day. Did I mention that the trial size was $1?? Awesome.
Now, every so often, I do crave a bit of scent. One of my all time favorite smells EVER is the Satsuma line at Body Shop. Seriously, I'm obsessed with the smell of this stuff to the point that I have to rush in to the store whenever I pass by and take a good, long whiff of it. I'd love to own it, but it's just too pricey. When I found the Every Man Jack Citrus Scrub I was pretty well stoked.
This stuff smells EXACTLY like the Satsuma line. For reals. It's also got some little rough bits in it to help slough off dry skin (particularly good for knees and elbows.) Though this is a product marketed towards men, I think the scent is far more appropriate for a chick. It's priced at just about $5 and it makes my mornings just a leeetle more bearable.
Whew. This post was a bit long and rambly wasn't it? I'm going to blame it on the fact that there's a new issue of Domino Magazine sitting right in front of me, begging to be tabbed all over the place.
On with the show!
Body wash is one of those products that can end up costing way more than it's seemingly worth. It's also one of those things that most women have multiples of in their shower. Is it the scent? Is it the promises printed on the bottle of younger, softer skin? Is it just that we get bored with one bottle long before it's finished? Hold up, when did this blog turn into the opening sequence of Sex and the City? I'd better stop asking questions before I start equating body washes to men and relationships.
I don't tend to like body washes with too heavy a fragrance. If the body wash has a strong smell that lingers, it mixes with your perfume and you end up smellin' kinda funky. So your only option is to go with one of those body wash/lotion/spray sets like they sell at Victoria's Secret. Then, of course, you end up smelling like a teenage hooker. I had a roommate that was obsessed with the "LoveSpell" line. Now every time I smell it, I sort of want to barf.
That's why I love this stuff:
St. Ives Mineral Therapy
It's super rich and leaves your skin really clean and soft. At just about $5 for an 18oz bottle, it's a terrific bargain.
I gave up bar soap several years ago because it dried out my skin and made it feel sorta scaly and gross. But on a recent trip to Target, I bought a trial size of Dove Beauty Bar
Yeah, I pretty much love it. The scent is so clean and fresh and no body wash that I've tried so far makes my skin as soft. The softness lasts all day. Did I mention that the trial size was $1?? Awesome.
Now, every so often, I do crave a bit of scent. One of my all time favorite smells EVER is the Satsuma line at Body Shop. Seriously, I'm obsessed with the smell of this stuff to the point that I have to rush in to the store whenever I pass by and take a good, long whiff of it. I'd love to own it, but it's just too pricey. When I found the Every Man Jack Citrus Scrub I was pretty well stoked.
This stuff smells EXACTLY like the Satsuma line. For reals. It's also got some little rough bits in it to help slough off dry skin (particularly good for knees and elbows.) Though this is a product marketed towards men, I think the scent is far more appropriate for a chick. It's priced at just about $5 and it makes my mornings just a leeetle more bearable.
Whew. This post was a bit long and rambly wasn't it? I'm going to blame it on the fact that there's a new issue of Domino Magazine sitting right in front of me, begging to be tabbed all over the place.
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