NEW Product Line: MAC Little Darlings

"Small never looked so sexy! A gifted collection of promotional-sized glamour goodies for experimenting anew with eyes, cheeks, lips...all gathered together for you and your favourite people. They look sweet as sugar, but Little Darlings know what they're doing. " (description from MAC site)

Another collection in their 2008 Holiday Collection, these make great gifts! Cute packaging, sampler sizes, MAC products - what more could a beauty-obsessed giftee ask for?


5 Coral Lipglass & Lustreglass, 2.4 g / 0.08 oz EA, $35.50 CAD
A holiday gift set of 5 mini-sized lip colours in a glossy red-orange patent cylinder-shaped gift box with lift-off lid. Limited Edition. Features:
- Lipglass: Underage, Ola Mango, Pink Grapefruit
- Lustreglass: Wonderstruck, Budding

5 Pink Lipglass & Lustreglass, 2.4 g / 0.08 oz EA, $35.50 CAD
A holiday gift set of 5 mini-sized lip colours in a glossy red-orange patent cylinder-shaped gift box with lift-off lid. Limited Edition. Features:
- Lipglass: Fleur Delight, Song and Dance, Magnetique
- Lustreglass: Flashmode, Little Vi

5 Neutral Lipglass & Lustreglass, 2.4 g / 0.08 oz EA, $35.50 CAD
A holiday gift set of 5 mini-sized lip colours in a glossy red-orange patent cylinder-shaped gift box with lift-off lid. Limited Edition. Features:
- Lipglass: C-Thru, Mouthwatering, Languish
- Lustreglass: Love Nectar, Beaux

5 Warm Pigments & Glitter, 2.5 g / 0.09 oz EA, $35.50 CAD
A holiday gift set of 5 mini-sizes for use on eyes, cheeks or face in a glossy red-orange patent cylinder-shaped gift box with lift-off lid. Limited Edition. Features:
- Pigments: Gold Dusk, Gold Mode, Gold Stroke, Melon
- Glitter: Reflects Antique Gold

5 Cool Pigments & Glitter, 2.5 g / 0.09 oz EA, $35.50 CAD
A holiday gift set of 5 mini-sizes for use on eyes, cheeks or face in a glossy red-orange patent cylinder-shaped gift box with lift-off lid. Limited Edition. Features:
- Pigments: Frost, Quietly, Pinked Mauve, Teal
- Glitter: Reflects Blackened Red

5 Softsparkle Eye Pencils, 0.95 g / 0.03 oz EA, $35.50 CAD
A holiday gift set of 5 mini-sizes for use on the eyesin a glossy red-orange patent cylinder-shaped gift box with lift-off lid. Limited Edition. Features:
- Softsparkle Pencils: Peacocked, Mint and Olive, Chocolight
- Eye Pencils: Black Funk, Fab Orchid

images: maccosmetics.com

NEW Product: NARS The Multiple Duo

Brand: NARS
Name: The Multiple
Size: n/aPrice: $45 USD

This two-in-one Limited Edition product pairs two shades of NARS Multiple in one sleek mirrored compact (I love NARS packaging, by the way). Each pairing can create numerous combinations of "healthy flushes and gently shimmering effects for the eyes, cheeks, and lips." (from the NARS website)

Available in four shade combinations:

- Copacabana/St.Barts - Glistening pearl/taupe shimmer
- Maldives/Riviera - Pink champagne with shimmer/pink
- Portofino/Malibu - Shimmering coral/pinkish brown
- Maui/Palm Beach - Dusty rose/rich bronze

image: narscosmetics.com

Product Review: The Body Deli Light Facial Emulsion

Reviewer: Suziesaurus

Brand: The Body Deli
Name: Light Facial Emulsion
Size: 2 oz.
Price: $36 USD

It’s winter time again and that means it’s time for me to battle my dry skin. In an attempt to fight it off before it even starts I’m making sure to keep my skin super moisturized this year.

From the website: "Flood your skin with weightless moisture. This revolutionary facial emulsion uses chiral technology to greatly increase cellular absorption and reduce irritation. This light facial moisturizer is designed to hydrate the skin and treat acne prone skin conditions. Salicylic acid and our proprietary blend of Silica, Sulphur, Maganezium and Copper act as a benzol peroxide alternative to help heal and clear up blemishes without drying out the skin. Use this moisturizer daily to condition the skin and enjoy the fresh, clean feeling of this very special facial emulsion."

To Purr About:
- super light and not greasy
- does not irritate or dry out my super sensitive skin
- a little goes a long way

Claws Out:
- the scent is a little too sweet for my liking.

Final Comments:
The moment I squirted some of this moisturizer on to my hand I could feel the difference – it was super light and I wouldn’t have even been able to tell it was on my hand if I couldn’t see it. It’s so super light on my skin I almost immediately forget I even have moisturizer on, except that my skin isn’t dry.

I was pretty impressed that it didn’t irritate the stubborn dry areas on my face that are easily irritated by other moisturizers. It really was weightless moisture! My skin was moisturized, but I could barely feel the product on me. This product would be perfect in summer when you don’t want that gross oily feeling on your skin. Unfortunately it doesn’t have SPF, but obviously you can’t have everything. I don’t think a moisturizer with SPF could ever be so light and non-invasive.


Rating (out of 5):




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image: thebodydeli.com

Hemloq 50% Off Sale

Our friends at Hemloq are having a 50% off on-line purchase Holiday sale TODAY (Monday November 24).

This is a ONE DAY ONLY sale so hurry and get some great products at great prices!(Individual items only. Gift sets are excluded).

Need a product review? I recently tried their Citrus Scrub - read the review here.

http://www.hemloq.com/

Holiday Gift Guide

Wow, can you believe that it's the second half of November already? Where has this year gone?

Coming up in December - Cinnamon Kitten will be featuring gifts all month long to get you through the holiday season! Every day, we will highlight a beauty-related gift idea to help you finish off that shopping list or perhaps for you to pamper yourself with!

Don't worry, in between all the gift inspirations there will still be the great bonus deal alerts and product reviews you've come to expect from your friends here at Cinnamon Kitten!

Product Review: Eyeslices

Reviewer: Suziesaurus

Brand: Eyeslices
Name: Eyeslices
Size: 50g
Price: approximately $15 CAD

My eyes are often tired from stress, work, long days and wearing contacts. So I often turn to my cooling eye mask for comfort. My eye mask (with 2 eye holes in it) I stick in my fridge and wear for about 5-10 minutes. I’ve often wondered if my eye mask would do more good if it didn’t have the eye holes in it.

When I saw this product I was pretty excited to give it a try.

Eye slices claim to relieve: dark circles, fine lines, irritation, puffiness and redness with just 5 minutes with their eye-treatment pads that work like their hi-tech cucmber slices that are re-usable up to 10 times.

To Purr About:
- convenient storage case that you can buy refills for
- re-usable up to 10 times
- does not require a fridge, but is recommended for best results
- very nice cooling sensation

Claws Out:
- smell was not very pleasant
- was a bit awkward to put on/apply

Final Comments:
I would definitely advise to open both packages first, have them readily available, lie down, and then apply the eyeslices 1 eye at a time. Then, sit back and relax for 5 minutes (or more).

One great them about the eyeslices was that it forced me to relax for at least 5 minutes each day. And even without putting them in the fridge beforehand they were still cooling.

Unfortunately I didn’t see much of a reduction in the dark circles around my eyes or the redness of my eyes and I didn’t much enjoy the smell of them. I think for now I’ll stick with my old-fashioned eye masks that are re-usable many, many, many times that I have to stick in the fridge.

Rating (out of 5):




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image: eyeslicesusa.com

Product Review: Yes to Carrots C Me Smile Lip Butter

Reviewer: Cinnamon Kitten

Brand: Yes to Carrots
Name: C Me Smile Lip Butter
Size: 4.25 g / 0.15 oz.
Price: $4.99 CAD

Flavour Tried: Mint

Available in 3 flavours, Carrot, Mint and Berry, Yes to Carrots' latest product is a "super nourishing and conditioning...100% natural and 95% organic."

Made from natural ingredients, including carrots and other orange fruits and vegetables, these lip butters also include Jojoba, Vitamin E and Shea Butter.

To Purr About:
- mint flavour is very light and not overpowering (or tingly like many other "mint" flavoured balms tend to be)
- affordable price for an organic lip balm
- natural ingredients aren't harsh on my lips, which have been very dry lately
- moisturizing, but not greasy

Claws Out:
- none really

Final Comments:
This was a great lip balm and I love that it comes in a tube format, rather than the popular "pots". Very handy to toss in a purse or bag. I tend to avoid mint-flavoured lip balms because I find most of them are too strong and result in a tingling sensation which I don't like, but this lip butter is very light and doesn't bother me at all. Overall, a great lip butter that's not greasy and keeps my lips feeling great.

Available in Canada exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart and Pharmaprix.

Rating (out of 5):




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image: press kit

Product Review: M.A.C. Nail Lacquer

Reviewer: Suziesaurus

Brand: M.A.C.
Name: Nail Lacquer
Size: 10 ml / 0.34 oz
Price: $13 CAD

Shade Tried: Nocturnelle

I recently mentioned that I was aching to find a great black nail polish. My current polish was running out and was a special edition L’Oreal nail polish. So you can imagine how happy I was when Cinnamon Kitten surprised me with this M.A.C. nail lacquer.

This nail polish is described as "Revolutionary new high gloss formula. Visibly different. Provides no-streak/no-chip finish. Contains conditioners and UV protection."

To Purr About:
- comes in 19 great shades
- has multiple metal beads inside to keep nail polish thin and runny
- easy to grip, non-slip handle/cap
- only requires 2 coats to give that deep black colour
- contains UV protection

Claws Out:
- none really

Final Comments:
I love black nail polish. Unfortunately as I stated before it isn’t as easy to find as it was when I was back in high-school. Thankfully M.A.C. still has a large selection of every colour under the sun. I haven’t bought M.A.C. nail polish in ages because it’s pricier than other brands that I find in the drug store, but after trying this nail lacquer I would definitely say it’s worth the extra money.

Rating (out of 5):



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image: maccosmetics.com

Elizabeth Arden Bonus Time at Sears

Canadians - It's Elizabeth Arden Bonus Time Online!

Retailer: Sears
Minimum amount you need to spend: $38 CAD before taxes on Elizabeth Arden products
Duration: Nov. 15-28, 2008


What you get:
- Travel pouch containing Ceramide Gold Ultra Lift & Strengthening Eye Capsules, 7 capsules
- Ceramide Gold Ultra Restorative Capsules for Face & Throat, 7 capsules
- Duo Eyeshadows in Gold & Ember, 1.4 g
- Cheek Colour in Terrarose, 1.7 g
- Colour Intrigue Effects Lipstick in Mocha Shimmer, 4 g
- Ceramide Lash Extending Treatment Mascara in Black, 3 ml
- Eight Hour Cream Intensive Moisturizing Hand Treatment, 30 ml
- a Red Door mirror
- oversized Intense Blue and Grey fold-over clutch with Black handle

image: sears.ca

Lancome Bonus Online

Canadians - It's Lancome Bonus Time Online!

Retailer: Lancome.ca
Minimum amount you need to spend: $50 CAD (before taxes) at Lancome.ca
Duration: while supplies last


What you get:
- High Resolution with Fiberlastine, 15 ml
- Color Design Lips in Designer Bloom
- Magnifique Eau de Parfum Miniature, 5 ml
- Definicils Mascara, 2.5 g
- Juicy Tubes Smoothie Mini, 8 g
- Lancome signature bag with matching pouch

image: lancome.ca

NEW Product Line: MAC Passionately Red

"Always eagerly anticipated, MAC VIVA GLAM compacts debut in Passionately Red splendour...2 palette choices for lips, each 1 featuring 3 fabulous finishes. Every cent goes to the MAC AIDS Fund. Live passionately. Love, MAC VIVA GLAM." (description from MAC site)

3 Warm Lips, $27.00 CAD
Lipstick compact made of deep red snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Features 2 VIVA GLAM VI and VIVA GLAM V Lipsticks, and 1 VIVA GLAM V Gloss. Includes a black-handled 316 SE Lip Brush.

3 Cool Lips, $27.00 CAD
Lipstick compact made of deep red snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Features 2 VIVA GLAM IV and VIVA GLAM II Lipsticks, and 1 VIVA GLAM VI Gloss. Includes a black-handled 316 SE Lip Brush.

images: maccosmetics.com

Product Review: Your Best Face Control

Reviewer: Suziesaurus

Brand: Your Best Face
Name: Control
Size: 1 oz.
Price: $160 USD

I was impressed by YBF’s Restore product, so I wanted to try their other offerings. I have tried a couple of wrinkle products in the past, but although they did hide the appearance of wrinkles, they didn’t get rid of them completely.

YBF’s face cream leaves the face looking toned, refreshed and healthy. It is designed to help you avoid and correct wrinkles and maintain a youthful look.

Instructions: Apply lightly day and night to a clean face.

To Purr About:
- has a very nice subtle almond scent
- convenient dispensing pump
- awesome pump that meant not an ounce was wasted

Claws Out:
- a bit pricey
- only a minimal improvement after about a month’s use
- isn’t moisturizing

Final Comments:
I was a little surprised by the vibrant yellow colour of this product, but I soon got over that. I found this product a little drying, so I had to apply moisturizer to my face after applying which added yet another step to my daily routine – which I really don’t need.

Although I really love YBF’s products, I am sorry to say I didn’t see a huge improvement on my forehead wrinkles which was a bit disappointing. Maybe my wrinkles are just a bit too stubborn.

Rating (out of 5):




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image: ybf-skincare.com

Product Review: Lise Watier Blush-On Powder

Reviewer: Cinnamon Kitten

Brand: Lise Watier
Name: Blush-On Powder
Size: 4 g / 0.14 oz
Price: approximately $24 CAD

Shade Tried: Natural Glow

A pretty little compact with a built-in brush compartment, Lise Watier included two shades of blush in their recent Les Cachemires Collection - Rose Cachemire and Natural Glow.

I tried Natural Glow, which is described as a "peach powder with a shimmer of gold, a natural-looking blush that brightens skin tone with a swift swish of the brush." (from the Lise Watier press kit)

To Purr About:
- the design of the compact is very good - easy to open and includes both a built-in mirror and a hidden bottom compartment for the brush - making it very convenient for touch-ups throughout the day
- very natural looking blush
- sweeps on easily and smoothly
- colour was very subtle but gave my skin a "healthy" flush

Claws Out:
- a touch expensive compared to other drugstore brands

Final Comments:
In the past year I have been impressed again and again by the quality of the Lise Watier products. This blush is no exception. A well-thought out compact that makes it easy to take this product in my make-up bag, the colour is subtle, but gives a healthy glow and nice finish to the skin. It's a little pricey compared to other drugstore brands, but not in comparison to department store brands.

Rating (out of 5):




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image: Lise Watier press kit

Lest We Forget...

In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved, and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.

— Lt.-Col. John McCrae

On this Remembrance / Veteran's Day, let's all take a moment to remember...

NEW Product Line: Adoring Carmine

"Alluringly red. Passionately perfect. Adoring Carmine: our limited-edition Holiday Lip and Brush bags. Restrained to risqué, a selection of Lipsticks, Lipglass or professional brushes are always at the ready. Choose your passion and apply with confidence." (description from MAC site)


3 Red Lips, $42.00 CAD
Small drawstring purse of red-orange patent with wine satin gusset sides. Includes 2 full-sized Lipsticks in glossy wine-red packaging: Adore It and Racy; and a mini Lipglass with a glossy wine-red cap in Frostlight.

3 Neutral Lips, $42.00 CAD
Small drawstring purse of red-orange patent with wine satin gusset sides. Features 2 full-sized Lipsticks in glossy wine-red packaging: Soft Spot and Real Treasure; and a mini Lipglass with a glossy wine-red cap in My Dear.

3 Rose Lips, $42.00 CAD
Small drawstring purse of red-orange patent with wine satin gusset sides. Features 2 full-sized Lipsticks in glossy wine-red packaging: To Swoon For and Romancin’; and a mini Lipglass with a glossy wine-red cap in Delicate Crush.

5 Basic Brushes, $58.00 CAD
Medium-sized round brush bag in wine-coloured satin with red-patent zippered enclosure and wristlet. Also includes a fabric brush holder with 5 professional gloss black handled brushes and a metallic red MAC logo: the 129 SE, 219 SE, 239 SE, 266 SE and the 316 SE.

5 Face Brushes, $58 CAD
Medium-sized round brush bag in wine-coloured satin with red-orange patent zipper enclosure and wristlet. Also includes a fabric brush holder with 5 professional gloss black handled brushes and a metallic red MAC logo: the 168 SE, 187 SE, 190 SE and the 194 SE.

5 Eye Brushes, $58.00 CAD
Medium-sized round brush bag in wine-coloured satin with red-orange patent zip enclosure and wristlet. Also includes a brush holder with 5 professional gloss black handled brushes and metallic red MAC logo: the 209 SE, 212 SE, 217 SE, 252 SE and 275 SE.

images: maccosmetics.com

NEW Product Line: MAC Passions of Red

"Bewitchingly bejewelled. Glossy, glamorous, insistently erotic lip and eye compacts to covet in five shades of passion. Features new and bring-back shades for red-hot exclusivity. The quintessential Holiday colour revamped. Passion like this simply can't be contained!" (description from MAC site)

Intriguing Scarlet: 6 Warm Eyes, $44.50 CAD
Eye Shadow compact made of red snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Features: Warm Suede, Grand Entrance, Real Drama, Gentle Heat, Well Spiced and Sweet Joy. Includes a black-handled Eye Brush 213 SE.

Infatuating Rose: 6 Cool Eyes, $44.50 CAD
Eye Shadow compact made of purple-red snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Features: Platonic, Cavort, Satisfy, Bon Fête, Deep Feelings, and Feast. Includes a black-handled Eye Brush 213 SE.

Devoted Poppy: 6 Classic Eyes, $44.50
Eye Shadow compact made of red-orange snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Includes: Young Thing, In Awe, Fall Deeply, Amorously, Sweet Eyes and Awaken. Includes a black-handled Eye Brush 213 SE.

Fascinating Ruby: 6 Smokey Eyes, $44.50 CAD
Eye Shadow compact made of ruby snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Includes: Scant, Satin Taupe, Dark Devotion, Gorgeous, Ambiance, and Carbon. Includes a black-handled 213 SE Eye Brush.

Devoted Poppy: 3 Coral Lips, $27.00 CAD
Lip compact made of red-orange snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Features two Lipsticks in Devoted and Soft Talk; and Gloss in Transparent Love. Also includes a black-handled 316 SE Lip Brush.

Fascinating Ruby: 3 Plum Lips, $27.00 CAD
Lip compact made of ruby snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Features two Lipsticks in Marvel and Insinuate, and a Lipglass in Mutual Attraction. Includes a black-handled 316 SE Lip Brush.

Intriguing Scarlet: 3 Cool Pink Lips, $27.00 CAD
Lip compact made of red snakeskin-embossed metal with a lavish faux jewel. Contains two Lipsticks in Make Me Melt and Overjoyed, and a Lipglass in Sheer Vision. Includes a black-handled 316 SE Lip Brush.

images: maccosmetics.com

Estee Lauder/MAC Warehouse Sale

Hey everyone,

As usual, whenever rumours of a Estee Lauder/MAC warehouse sale pop up, I get a bunch of emails requesting tickets.

And here's my response: Unfortunately, I NO LONGER have access to tickets and have not been to this sale myself in the past year, so PLEASE don't email me requesting tickets. I don't have any to give away, sell, barter or trade. :) And I don't think this will change in the near future. If I ever DO get extra tickets, you'll all be the first to know, trust me!

Although I appreciate hearing from my readers, I'm just tired to sending out the same response every few months.

MAC Holiday Collections

MAC has released its Holiday 2008 Collection and it's GORGEOUS. Lush, intense, rich vibrant red packaging makes these collections beautiful and highly collectible.

I've already outlined one collection and I'll be profiling the rest of the Collections in the next few days.

"Red" She Said (profiled here)
The retro-starlet allure of Hollywood glamour, with a modern twist. A season where lips connive, then confess in shades of provocative holiday reds. Party season and passions flare! "Red" She Said, and no one could resist her...

Passions of Red
Bewitchingly bejewelled. Glossy, glamorous, insistently erotic lip and eye compacts to covet in five shades of passion. Features new and bring-back shades for red-hot exclusivity. The quintessential Holiday colour revamped. Passion like this simply can't be contained!

Adoring Carmine
Alluringly red. Passionately perfect. Adoring Carmine: our limited-edition Holiday Lip and Brush bags. Restrained to risqué, a selection of Lipsticks, Lipglass or professional brushes are always at the ready. Choose your passion and apply with confidence.

Passionately Red
Always eagerly anticipated, M·A·C VIVA GLAM compacts debut in Passionately Red splendour...Two palette choices for lips, each one featuring three fabulous finishes. Every cent goes to the M·A·C AIDS Fund. Live passionately. Love, M·A·C VIVA GLAM.

Elizabeth Arden Bonus Time at The Bay

Canadians - It's Elizabeth Arden Bonus Time!

Retailer: The Bay
Minimum amount you need to spend: $38 CAD (before taxes) of Elizabeth Arden products
Duration: Oct. 29 - Nov. 16, 2008


What you get:
- Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant, 15 ml
- Prevage Anti-aging Formula packet 2 ml
- Deluxe Compact with Duo Eyeshadows, 2 Lipglosses and 1 Cheek colour
- Ceremide Lash Extending Treatment Mascara in Black, 3 ml
- Mediterranean Eau de Parfum Spray
- deluxe makeup brush
- fold-over clutch

AND Your choice of either:
OPTION 1:
- Intervene Pause & Effect Moisture Lotion in SPF 15, 7 ml
- Intervene Pause & Effect 3-ini-1 Cleanser/Exfoliator/Primer, 50 ml
OR
OPTION 2:
- Ceramide Plump Perfect Moisture Cream in SPF 15/30, 15 ml
- Ceramide Purifying Cream Cleanser, 50 ml

image: The Bay e-flyer