NEW Product: Annabelle Smudgeliner

Brand:Annabelle
Name: Smudgeliner
Size: 0.04 oz / 1.2 g
Price: approx. $8.50 CAD

Annabelle eyeliners are my staple eyeliner. They're soft, easy to apply, glide on smoothly and the colours are always vibrant.

Now, to make the smoky eye trend even easier, Annabelle has release 6 new Smudgeliner shades.

"With their superior long-lasting formula and rich colour pay-off, Annabelle Smudgeliners are a must-have to add depth to any look! Let them glide to create a defined line, or blend gently with the built-in smudger tip to achieve a smoky, sultry look." (description from the website)

Shades:
- Ohmygoth!
- Rich Chocolate
- Wired
- Electric Sapphire
- Purple Storm
- Cyber Jungle
- Wahine Blue
- Atomic Surf
- Sea Green
- Armour
- Limette
- Vortex Violet

image: www.annabellecosmetics.com

Spring Giveaway Update

Hi gang,

Sorry, I know this is super overdue! Due to some unforeseen circumstances, including an increased "regular job" workload, an illness and 2 deaths in my family, my huge Spring Giveaway was put on the side burner while my blog ran on autopilot (thanks to some helpful volunteers).

I'm hoping to be back in full swing by next week and will have an update soon. Some of the winners were already notified and have received their prizes, I just have been remiss about making the announcements. I do still have a few more prizes to give away so you may still be a winner!

All winners will be notified by the end of this weekend.

Again, my sincerest apologies, but sometimes life just gets in the way and the best of intentions go unfulfilled.

Talk soon!
CK

NEW Product Line: Jessica Burlesque Beauty Collection

Brand:Jessica
Name: Burlesque Beauty
Size: n/a

Price: n/a

The Jessica Burlesque Beauty collection presents 6 new rich colors that are perfect for the fall. With shades of purples, berries and greens the new collection helps any woman embrace her dark, playful or sexy side on a whim.

Shades in the Collection:
- 636: Gorgeous Garter Belt – Magenta
- 637: Ruffled Bottoms – Violet
- 638: Fishnets and Fringe – Hunter Green
- 639: For Your Eyes Only - Grape
- 640: Feather Boa - Mauve
- 641: Sexy Siren - Plum

As with all Jessica products, these nail colours are:
- Formulated with Vitamins A for maximum conditioning
- Contain UVA/UVB protection from sun’s damaging rays
- Eco-friendly: Toluene-, Formaldehyde-and Phalate-Free
- Quick-drying

image: press release

Shiseido Bonus Time at The Bay

Canadians - It's Shiseido Bonus Time!

Retailer: The Bay
Minimum amount you need to spend: $43.00 CAD (before taxes)
Duration: Sept. 9-20, 2009


What You Get:
- Benefiance Balancing Softener, 30 ml
- Benefiance Revitalizing Emulsion, 15 ml
- Bio-Performance Super Restoring Cream, 7 ml
- the Makeup Lifting Foundation in I40, 5 ml
- Makeup Perfect Rouge in RD514, 2 g
- a signature pouch

image: www.hbc.com

Estee Lauder Bonus Time at Macys (USA)

Hey Americans - It's Estee Lauder Bonus Time!

Retailer: Macy's
Minimum amount you need to spend: $29.50 USD (before taxes)
Duration: until September 27, 2009


What You Get:
- choose your 2 lipsticks
- choose your eyeshadow quad palette in either warm or cool shades
- New Advanced Night Repair, 10-day supply
- Take It Away Make Up Remover
- 2 bags


Spent $55 USD and you'll get the above bonus gift PLUS:
- 2 mascaras
- lash primer
- a matching accessory case

image: e-mail flyer

Estee Lauder Bonus Time at Holt Renfrew

Canadians - It's Estee Lauder Bonus Time!

Retailer: Holt Renfrew
Minimum amount you need to spend: $55.00 CAD (before taxes)
Duration: Sept. 11-20, 2009


What You Get:
- Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lifting Creme, 15 ml
- Re-Nutriv Intensive Hydrating Creme Cleanser, 50 ml
- Eyeshadow Palette - 10 coordinating shades including Cinnamon, Honey Drop, Tea Biscuit, Copper Penny, Mocha Cup, Mink and Truffle Quad
- Hydra Lustre Lipstick in Apricot Sun
- More Than Mascara in Rich Black
- patent-shine tote & cosmetics bag

image: www.holtrenfrew.com

NEW Product: benefit crescent row

Brand:benefit
Name: Crescent Row
Size: 30 ml / 1 us fl oz
Price: approx. $36 USD

A new collection of 3 fun eau de toilettes which are packaged in benefit's signature fun packaging design.

laugh with me LeeLee
A woody floral with a light blend of citrus, jasmine and lily blossoms. A naturally light scent with a classic feminine style.
- top notes: cassis, melon, citrus
- middle notes: black violet, lily, jasmine
- bottom notes: blonde wood, amber, santal

something about Sofia
An oriental flora that's a dream of oriental blossoms, mango and vanilla. An intriguing and mysterious scent with a free spirit.
- top notes: mango, freesia
- middle notes: sheer lily, jasmine sambac, peony petal
- bottom notes: musk, white caramel, vanilla bean

my place or yours Gina
A woody oriental scent that's an alluring affair of pink pepper, wild raspberry and patchouli.A seductively provocative scent with a "flaunt it if you've got it" attitude.
- top notes: pink pepper, bergamot, tangerine
- middle notes: peony, wild raspberry, white lily
- bottom notes: patchouli, tonka bean, vanilla bean

image: http://www.benefitcosmetics.com

Product Review: Neutrogena Night Calming Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths

Reviewer: Cinnamon Kitten

Brand: Neutrogena
Name: Night Calming Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths Size: 25 pre-moistend cloths
Price: approx. $8.49 USD

As most of you know, I'm a huge fan of Neutrogena. It's a brand that has consistent worked for me and so I'm always excited when they introduce new products.

I regularly use the Neutrogena All-in-One Make-Up Removing Cleansing Wipes whenever I travel or go to the cottage on the weekends because they're so convenient and replace both my toner and my cleanser, so that's 2 less bottles for me to carry.

Now, Neutrogena has introduced their new Night Calming Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths. It does the same thing as the regular Cleansing Wipes, but with a light "unique relaxing frangrace to soothe the sense" (from the press release)

To Purr About:
- no alcohol in the product
- takes off all my makeup in a flash, even my stay-put eyeliner and eye shadow
- comes in a convenient, re-sealable pouch
- light, pleasant scent
- leaves my skin feeling clean, but soft

Claws Out:
- none

Final Comments:
What can I say? This product does everything it's supposed to. The scent is different from the usual Neutrogena wipes, but is really pleasant and not too overpowering. The cloths work perfectly. My eye makeup stays put throughout the workday, but this products takes it off with a few gentle swipes. It's so effective that I don't need to rub my eyes to get the makeup off. It also leaves my skin feeling really nice, there's absolutely no dryness or tightness to it.

Rating (out of 5):

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Disclosure: A free sample of this product was received by Cinnamon Kitten.

image: neutrogena.com

NEW Product Line: Lise Watier Vibrations Collection

Lise Watier's Fall 2009 collection is has some lovely, bright colours, perfect for the season. I love the cute packaging - that pattern always makes me think of autumn (although that may be because it reminds me of school...).

"With its numerous moods and colours, this season's palette includes vivid and luminous shades, while conserving the unmistakable feeling of sobriety and serenity. The collection is presented in attractive compacts with argyle motifs putting forward its striking star shades. " (from the press release)

Eyeshadow Quartet
The fall palette is presented in colours ranging from bright and luminous to muted and sophisticated - an apt reflection of a season filled with contrasts. These silky-textured shadows can be applied separately or together. Paraben-free.
- Vibrations ($34 CAD): a fresh metallic autumn green on the lids, lush, feminine peach and violet tones, and taupe under the eye ot complete the effect. Presented in an elegant checkered case in the same colours. Limited edition
- Les Classiques ($30 CAD): dark brown, frosted beige, golden yellow and charcoal


Metal Ink Long Lasting Eyeliner, $19 CAD
Waterproof and paraben-free, this eyeliner goes on easily with an ultra-precise applicator brush.
- Charcoal: iridescent eyeliner that adds depth and drama to the eyes.
- Golden Khaki: a metallic liquid eyeliner in khaki green

Eye Shine, $16 CAD
The immensely popular Eye Shine collection has a new addition. A waterproof eyeliner that helps you create a smoky eye.
- Smokey Brown: a smoky brown, lightly iridescent shade

Duo Bronze & Glow Face & Cheek Powder, $28 CAD
Powder for the face and cheeks. This dynamic duo of super-silky powders can be used separately or mixed any way you awnt for an even tan and brighter complexion. A multi-purpose 2-in-1 powder that's embossed with the diamond-shaped pattern of the Vibrations collection.


Rouge Gourmand Lipstick, $18 CAD
- Sugar: a soft pink hue with a pearly finish
- Caramel: a rich apricot shade to make lips warm and golden

images: press kit

Product Review: ecoTools Sustainable Softness Body Lotion

Reviewer: Cinnamon Kitten

Brand: ecoTools
Name: Sustainable Softness Body Lotion
Size: 8 fl. oz. / 236 ml
Price: approx. $7.99 USD

I love the ecoTools line of organic cosmetic brushes so was intrigued when they launched their new collection of bath and body products.

The body lotion features shea butter to "soothe dry skin and provide. long-lasting moisture. Unique formula absorbs easily into skin with a soft, natural scent." (from the web site)

To Purr About:
- nice, pleasant scent that isn't overpowering
- rich lotion that's a bit thicker than most body lotions I've tried

Claws Out:
- takes a bit of work for it to get absorbed into the skin because of the thickness of the product
- doesn't leave my skin immediately silky soft, but after a while, once it's really absorbed, skin does feel moisturized
- isn't sticky or greasy

Final Comments:
I've tried body lotions and I've tried body butters, and this product, in thickness and consistency, falls somewhere in between. It's thicker than most body lotions I've tried, but more liquid than most body butters. It does take some rubbing to get it completely absorbed into the skin and you get the sticky, almost rubbery feeling that some thicker creams leave on the skin. Once I give it some time to fully absorb, my skin did feel softer, but not the silky softness I crave. It isn't greasy or sticky like almost many other body butters and lotions, which is a big plus. Has a nice, fresh scent that isn't too strong (although i still would prefer a unfragranced version).

Rating (out of 5):



If you have a product that you've tried and would like to write a review, send me an email! Details on how to submit a review can be found in the left-hand sidebar.

Disclosure: A free sample of this product was received by Cinnamon Kitten.

image: parispresents.com