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Showing posts with label splurge vs steal. Show all posts

Thursday, January 1, 2015

DRUGSTORE STEALS: E.L.F. FAVORITES




While I'm a little too late to tell you that these would make great stocking stuffers (they would), I might be right on time for a New Year's beauty resolution. These e.l.f. products have quickly become indispensable tools in my beauty regime. The Mascara and Shadow Shield is a lifesaver for someone like me. The only thing worse than under-eye darkness is glitttery under-eye darkness. No matter how careful I am, I always wind up with a pile of eyeshadow under my eyes. Place this little paddle-shaped tool under your eyes while applying eye make up... problem solved! I don't have to say too much about the Pointed Foundation Brush, but trust me, it's a total steal if there ever was one. The shape allows for precise application and the bristles clean easily. The Lip Exfoliator gently sloughs flaky lips, preparing them for lipstick and gloss. (Especially important if you're into the matte lipstick trend.) At this price, I have one in every corner of the house and in my makeup bag.

$3 each. Available at Target, Drugstore.com & e.l.f.



Monday, October 14, 2013

SPLURGE VS STEAL: WEIGHTLESS VOLUME



In my life-long quest for lush, voluminous hair, I've tried pretty much anything I could get my hands on. Finally I've found a few products that actually make a difference. Both of these products add light volume without the dull, dry finish of products past. The spray-on "lotion" from John Frieda is easy to apply and despite the drugstore price, it lends the same great volume as some of the pricier sprays I've tried! Lift Vertige, from Kerastase's new styling line has given me the best results yet. The gel formula is light and not at all "tacky". The UV filter and heat-protective benefits are an added bonus, especially for my highlighted hair!

Now tell me... what's your secret?

Thursday, September 26, 2013

STYLE AT ANY PRICE: GREEN DIAL WATCHES

I fell for this vintage Rolex watch a while back.  I love the cool malachite dial... so unusual!  No longer available (and ever-so-slightly out of my price range), I've searched high and low for a pretty substitution.  Thanks to Michael Kors, I've finally found one.  The Michael Kors "Felicity" watch has that gorgeous green dial with a few sparkling crystals to boot!  So happy... 

Friday, September 7, 2012

Splurge vs Steal: Striped Knit Skirt

splurge: chinti and parker
steal: forever21
 This great striped knit Chinti and Parker skirt from Net-A-Porter isn't necessarily going to break the bank, but the similar skirt from Forever 21 is truly a steal!

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