National Day of Prayer: and what a census says is favorite makeup brand

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No. 8: Bumble and Bumble Leave In Conditioner, $23

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.3

"If I had to make a stranded-on-a-deserted-island type of list for beauty products I can't live without, this would be …"

No. 7: Herbal Essences None of Your Frizzness Smoothing Leave-In Creme, $3.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.7

"It keeps my hair manageable when it wants to frizz out …"

No. 6: Giovanni Direct Leave-In Conditioner, $7.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9

"This works really well and makes my dry hair feel so soft even on days I haven't..."

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Hello Gorgeous, today, is a very important day, it's set aside as the National Day of Prayer. Wikipedia says this about it: The National Day of Prayer (36 U.S.C. § 119)[1] is an annual day of observance, designated by the United States Congress, when people are asked "to turn to God in prayer and meditation". The law formalizing its annual observance was enacted in 1952.

So, for our nation, I encourage you to take a moment and pray today for the nation, your state, your city and the leaders in government. While you are at it, throw in some other prayers for good measure. If you need help praying this through, email me. I'll help you out!

Now, when you are through praying, read below. This is the most intriguing and interesting bit of information I've seen lately about the statistics of women and makeup and buying trends. It even comes with a nifty chart and we have the folks at Market Force to thank for it. So, thank you Market Force.

As you get ready to read the tidbits below, remember that there is just one day left to get in on the Mother's Day giveaway...and a mere 7 days left til my birthday...I'm actually thinking of putting up my "wish list" on the blog...still thinking about it because you know the Word of God says " you have not because you ask not" so I am planning on asking. (*wink*)

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Cover Girl is Favorite Makeup, According to Market Force Consumer Survey Beauty study by customer intelligence company reveals the cosmetic brands consumers prefer most
BOULDER, Colo., May 3, 2010 — Cover Girl is consumers’ favorite cosmetics brand, according to a Beauty survey conducted by Market Force Information, a worldwide leader in customer intelligence and customer experience management solutions.

The survey examined which cosmetic brands are most popular among consumers and why, as well as their favorite places to shop for cosmetics. It was conducted last month among Market Force’s network of 300,000 independent mystery shoppers and merchandisers – consumers across the country dubbed The Force™. More than 5,000 consumers responded.

Cover Girl dominates among cosmetic brands
Seventy percent of the survey respondents said they wear cosmetics. Out of 60 cosmetic brands, Cover Girl was cited by 14 percent as their favorite, placing it on top. Clinique was second on the list with 10 percent of the mentions, and Maybelline (L’Oreal) and Mary Kay tied for third with 8 percent each. See Graph 1.

Graph 1: Favorite Makeup Brand
Brand trust is greatest influencer in makeup selections
When the consumers were asked what they loved most about their favorite makeup line, they chose brand trust over all of the other factors – the actual product attributes mattered much less. More than two thirds said they love their makeup because they trust the brand, while only one third cited loving it “because it feels wonderful.” Factors like uses humane testing/is environmentally safe were not weighted strongly and emerged toward the bottom of the list.

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Now does that report mirror what or how you buy cosmetics? As I was reading it and checking in on what's going to be aired this week on Oprah I came across this blurb on her website "Four brothers were found living in hell...nealy starved to death by their parents. Find out what really happened. Then, a tumor destroyed half her face. Now, she is ready to face the world.".

You know I read that and thought, 'grace grace God, I will pray for my nation, for the great state of Arizona and for all the children who aren't being parented by the Word of God and by the leading of Jesus because He taught love and anyone who is starving their children most likely never experienced love themselves'. Phew, it's going to be a great day of prayer!

Enjoy the giveaways and get ready, there is more to come!

An American in Paris or is it Paris in my American skincare?

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Hello gorgeous and thank you for visiting today. May I share with you a bit about the La Roche Posay new line of cleansers called Physiological cleansers?
I'm a fan of their products and they are very french, from France and just visit their website to see the scope and level of dedication they have to skin care.

Why I tease with the title "An American in Paris" versus Paris in my bathroom while I do my skin routine is because there is something different in our skincare when it comes to Europe and the United States.
Many French skincare lines have cleansers that do not require rinsing due to the lack of available water at the time the buildings were made. Hence this is why you see so often the pitcher and basin bowl for washing up in still life artwork.

I just received a sample from LaRoche-Posay called Micellar Solution. It's for extra gentle cleansing without water.  It's a 3-1 cleanser, toner and makeup remover. 

Micelles defined is a process of the cleaning solution micro-encapsulating dirt on the skin surface and lifting it up without rubbing. It's a no need to rinse off, but wipe-off formula. 

It can be used daily to cleanse the skin, tone it, and leavea calm, fresh and pure feeling.
It retails for $18. 

Great. Now that you have the details, may I share my experience? I was having Christian Dior and Chanel skin care flash backs: but I tried it and did like it. Yes, my facial makeup and eyeshadows were removed and yes, my skin felt clean, good squeaky clean but not tight and dry.

Yet, it did not remove my Cover Girl Lash Blast Luxe mascara. After some rubbing and the loss of a lash, I switched back to my normal eye makeup remover from Arbonne International and then gave my face one more quick swipe of a cotton pad loaded with the Micellar solution.

Final answer: does it work? Yes. Worth it? Yes. Especially if you travel, fly, boat, camp, or need a quick change of face makeup between work and going out.  Just know that mascara may need to be left to your specific eye makeup remover or use a non-tar laden brand.

Remember to visit : http://www.laroche-posay.us/ to find out more and locate a retail outlet near you! Enjoy!

Winter Olympic beauty with Tanith Belbin of Team USA Ice Dancing

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Today is so rainy and wonderful and perfect for relaxing fireside and watching the Olympics!
As I have continued to watch and enjoy my favorites: I have started to watch a wee bit of the Ice Dancing when I first noticed Tanith Belbin.

Photo credit: NBC Sports / USOC

In this photo she is with her skating partner Ben Ogosto. She is from Kingston, Ontario and raised in Kirkland, Quebec. She lived and trained in Canton, Michigan for years, before moving to Aston, Pennsylvania to train at Ice Works.

I think what stands out most about her is her amazing smile.





I was looking along the internet for some information about what she uses for products and came across talkingmakeup.com blog and it had an interview with Tanith sharing that her favorite beauty products are Cover Girl Lash Blast Length mascara and the Outlast lip stain.

Now I'm a L'Oreal Voluminous girl myself though I have been wanting to try the Outlast lip stain for some time now due to my preference in using them on makeup clients and for my own busy lifestyle.

Good luck to you Miss Tanith Belbin, 2010 Winter Olympic Team USA Ice Dancer!

Special thanks to talkingmakeup.com for posting the Tanith/Marta interview!
Remember: you are beautiful!
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OBAGI on Ellen today! Watch and learn!

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Hello gorgeous! I'm a big fan of the product line Obagi because it's just so darn effective! My fave Las Vegas beauty spot Aspire Med Center ( home of Dr. Jason Michaels) recommends it too!

So I understand that you busy gals might learn better by seeing a segment on tv about the line and what it can do for you. Tivo it if you have to! Ellen DeGeneres show, check your local listings for times.

CONGRATULATIONS! To all our beauty product giveaway winners! Thank you for taking the time to comment and spend time on the blog. Winners, you know who you are, and your goods will be shipping shortly.

If you want to win some beauty goods for free, stay tuned for the next round of giveaways.

Valentines Day: it's coming and whether you are going out or staying in, still take time to love on yourself and treat yourself to something beautiful. 

Maybe get some flowers for yourself? No need to wait til Sunday, get some today! This Sunday's coupon circulars had amazing money off deals for Cover Girl, Garnier, Maybelline and L'Oreal. If you don't get the paper delivered or don't buy it, no worries! Visit http://www.coupons.com/ and install the printer applet and print the ones you want.

It's sort of like printing money!  I recommend you try a new red gloss. It will be in the five dollar range, can be worn alone or over a lipstick and can easily adapt into your summer beauty look.

Til next time!
Remember: you are beautiful!
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