Miss Ivana

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I am so sorry for my lack of postings lately.  I have been soooo busy with the moving and have had computer problems.  I am back in town and online…   I have been checking out my new home, and i love it…..its so beautiful. GORGEOUS

When traveling check into Sephora before you go and buy some of their airline approved kits in travel sizes that the staff won’t make you throw out.  Its been terrible not being able to carry your products with you since all of this airline nonsense.  But, many brands have come in to save the day.

Lots of kits range from hair, makeup, skincare….Check them out

Just loving some of this seasons Juicy Couture cosmetic accessories and wanted to share some of my favorites.  You can purchase these products and many more from the Juicy online store, the Juicy Couture store nearest you, Nordstrom, and even at Sephora……

Happy Shopping

Dr. Feelgood
What it is:
A velvety complexion balm with a feel-good finish.

What it does:
Benefit Dr. Feelgood mattifies the complexion and reduces the appearance of fine lines and pores.

What else you need to know:
With vitamins C and E, consider this your “pretty prescription!”

I used this product when i was told that it really helps cut down oily skin issues.  I was excited, since oily skin is a problem for me.  This product has a hard Vaseline like substance.  I should have known it wouldn’t work for me, when it felt as though i was piling wax on my face.  It made a thick layer and then with makeup on top it seemed to look muddy all the time.

I would not suggest this product.  I feel bad because i do love the Benefits line, but i need to be honest and let you know that i find other primers to be much more useful.

One of the most trusted skincare lines in Japan, Yu-Be has been used by Japanese families for over 50 years. Founded by pharmacist Yoshikiyo Nowatari in 1957, Yu-Be is based on one simple concept: creating products for the whole body that meet the entire family’s skincare needs. From cracked heels to diaper rash and parched lips to ragged cuticles, Yu-Be’s Moisturizing Skin Cream is the top selling medicated, vitamin-enriched skincare cream in Japan today. Its gentle, glycerin-based formula is enriched with vitamin E, vitamin B2, and camphor to soothe even the driest, most irritated skins. The secret to this magical salve is in its high glycerin content and quick absorbability (achieved through a special manufacturing process in Japan), making this cult favorite Japanese import your go-to moisturizer for all your skincare needs. Now available in the United States, get ready to say sayonara to dry skin and hello to Yu-Be beautiful skin.

The Love Set
What it is:
A kit featuring a blush, lip pencil, and gloss.

What it does:
NARS The Love Set is packed with pinky peach hues that impart a natural glow. Packed within a sleek, black box are the best-selling Orgasm blush, azalea-pink Pillow Talk Lip Gloss, and a Sex Machine lip pencil. Put them all together and you’ll be sure to seal the deal.

$49 dollars at www.Sephora.com.  You can purchase this at any NARS counter in your area.  All in one set sold at Sephora.

The scent is part of Demeter’s Sweethearts Collection, a line of three new scents inspired by NECCO Sweethearts Conversation Hearts. Today’s bestselling Valentine’s Day candy, the sweet and expressive pastel sugar hearts with quirky sayings are an American icon synonymous with Valentine’s Day. Demeter makes these Valentine’s day sentiments available year-round, all year long, with a collection of floral bouquets.

The Be My Valentine…has strawberry in it…YUM

They run only $20 dollars and are sold year round.  You can buy this product at www.sephora.com or in person at your local store.

This is a great gift for your mom, daughter, girlfriend, wife, or even female co-worker.  It works for everyone.

FatGirlSlim
What it is:
A lean, mean circulation stimulating, slimming cream for the body.

What it does:
With caffeine and QuSomes (a proprietary delivery enhancer that helps penetration), this rich cream helps smooth the skin as it firms, trims, tones, and energizes.

I have used this cream and have found that i saw no improvement at all.  It does have great packaging and marketing, but i was not impressed.