Halle Berry fragrances fit perfectly under the Christmas tree!

Low-Rated Mascaras

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No. 12: Dr. Hauschka Volume Mascara, $23.50

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 4.6

"I've never looked in the mirror after an hour of no rubbing and seen raccoon eyes before …"

No. 11: Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara, $7.49

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 4.6

"I can SMELL my EYELASHES. That's not right …"

No. 10: Avon Daring Definition Mousse Mascara, $7.99

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 4.2

"This is hands down the worst mascara I have ever used ..."

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Hello gorgeous! You know, one of my favorite Christmas songs which was never really a Christmas song is "Baby, It's Cold Outside" written by Frank Loesser. Even though Mr. Loesser never meant it to be a Christmas song, it seems that when Dean Martin sang it, it just sort of went that way? Well I write all that to tell you that here in Arizona we are having record heat, again.
No boots or jeans for me, not even a jegging because it's too hot-I've got my favorite shorts on.

I also have one of my favorite new fragrances on too by Halle Berry. It's made by Coty and you know they make an entire line of fragrances that are household names and amazing!

I love the spicy exotic floral scent of this perfume! I think you will too or at least the 'bird' you give it to will! Why not pick some up at your local Walmart, Target or drugstore? It's affordably priced and in this Christmas time-it comes with a gwp! So go get some! I can already smell you from here!
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CELINE fragrance is Christmas stocking stuffer ready!

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Hello beautiful and mighty women! Moms-you are so amazing and if you want fragrance for your Christmas stocking why not get it yourself instead of waiting and hoping?

I'm holding the perfume trio gift set from Celine Dion which is made by Coty.

Those are 3 amazing scents that can fit any situation or type of day/evening you are having!
I'm personally particularly tickled by the pink oval bottle called Sensational!

But don't take my word for it! Hot foot it over to your local Target, Walmart, CVS, Rite Aid or Macy's and pick yourself up some! I know you will be glad you did!

And remember, now (meaning Christmas time) and Mother's Day are the two best times of year to buy fragrance whether for yourself or gifts because they always come with great gifts with purchase or in sets that are discounted and great values. Enjoy!
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Lily B! Botanical skin care for your merriest Christmas ever! Save money too!

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Hello gorgeous! Happy Hanukkah! Merry Christmas or at least get ready for it to be!

I have just been introduced to Lily B.'s botanical skincare and it's made right here in Scottsdale Arizona!

The face wash is a foaming pump of rose hip infused gentle cleanser. There is virtually no scent and it washes off makeup and rinses clean!

It's also sulfate free-finally our skin and hair care concerns are being answered!

This cleanser is suitable for all skin types and ages, so if you are a teen, mature or in-between, you may like this cleanser.

I collect sunscreens and I'm always on the hunt for a good one and I ran in the Lily B. spf 30 ultra defense today. I like the high titanium oxide content of 10% because it gives good barrier coverage. It did take a few minutes to dry down and not be whitish on my face but that is evidence of a good block! It's paraben, fragrance and PABA free-good stuff! It wasn't particularly hot today so for an average 5 mile run in cool conditions it held up well.

Please visit the http://www.lilybskincare.com/ website to learn more about this new botanical line and also save money on your order and shipping just in time to stuff a Christmas stocking for the gal or guy in your life!

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New video: What's New In My Caboodle-December Edition

Best Drugstore Conditioners

Find out which hair hydrators readers say are the 14 best (and cheapest!)

This is a TotalBeauty.com Hair care article Don't waste any more time in the drugstore aisle agonizing over which conditioner is better than the next. We did the dirty work for you, so go check out this list of reader-approved conditioners. Get products

No. 14: L'Oreal Paris EverPure Volume Conditioner, $5.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.6

"This one gives great, natural volume without making my hair look like an oil slick."

No. 13: Aveeno Nourish + Moisture Conditioner, $6.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.6

This "is the first product ever that has seemed to cure [my dry scalp] completely. It's a miracle! And a CHEAP miracle!"

No. 12: Suave Professionals Humectant Moisture Conditioner, $3.29

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.9

"This is a great product at a very bargain price. It leaves my hair hydrated, soft and silky."

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Oh it's just so much fun getting new videos done for you to help show the fun and innovative products that come to the blog.

Now, I do apologize for the hot lighting that is blowing out some of the product images. Can't see something? Just ask!

This is a list of the products in the video:
www.fakebake.com
www.theoofm.com
www.touchbackgrey.com
www.santeamerica.com
www.popcornindiana.com
www.bambolabeauty.com

and more! Enjoy!

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Happy Hanukkah with LUSH cosmetics!

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Hey! Happy Hanukkah and then some! I'm putting together a 2010 Holiday Style Guide and think that starting with LUSH cosmetics is a great idea. The products are all hand made and come minimally packaged to keep things friendly for Earth. Enjoy the holiday gift idea below!

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There’s no need to “deck the halls” when you can have way more fun with these bath bombs! This festive hatbox is filled with a special assortment of bath bombs that will keep you going all eight days of Hanukkah.



Reminiscent of the glowing menorah light, Cinders Bath Bomb is a soothing soaker for seasonal chills. Prepare yourself for intense Dreidel matches with Avobath Bath Bomb, which has a zingy lemongrass scent to keep you spinning all night long. Toss in our limited-edition peppermint Magic Bath Bomb for extra luck racking in those shekels. Finish the holiday off with a So White Bath Bomb, which has an uplifting apple scent to keep everyone’s spirits up even when the candles have burnt out.




Best of all, at only $19.95 this gift is “gelt”-free!



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I want POPCORN INDIANA stuffed in my stocking this holiday season!

My Secrets to Soothing Parched Winter Skin

Discover a surefire way to transform your desert dry skin into supple, smooth, touchable skin

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Oh hello my friends! On Thanksgiving we found a new snack! Popcorn Indiana!

Oh the goodness! The cruncy salty blend of flavors!

I love going to the movie and having theatre popcorn.

We just saw Tangled and it was so funny and amazing!

Though I bet it could have been been better if I had smuggled in a bag of Popcorn Indiana into the show.

My blog assistant and I tasted the smoked cheddar cheese flavor but there is also:

-aged white cheddar

-chili con queso ( I think that is next for me!)

-sea salt

-caramel

-kettlecorn and movie theatre flavors!
You can get this brand just about anywhere that snack f oods are sold! Find out more on their website at www.daleandthomas.com

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