Big Buddha Wallet
You found out a few weeks ago that I’m quite fond of the Buddha Bags; well, here’s a Buddha Wallet:
The Big Buddha Jackson Wallet is made from high quality synthetic leather and is on sale for $30. I’d probably ditch the gold charm. But otherwise I think it’s a charming wallet.
As I mentioned on Promo Friday, Baghaus has a great holiday promotion on now. Spend $50 and get 20% Off plus Free Shipping. The coupon code is: DOUBLEDEAL and it expires December 31st.
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Beauty Fix No. 1 - PCA Skin pHaze 9 Purifying Mask
This is the only mask in my Beauty Fix kit. PCA’s purifying mask is a combination of algae, red clay, tea tree oil, orange, and eucalyptus just to name a few. The full size 2 ounce tube is worth $56. 
The mask is applied to face, for three to five minutes then you add some warm water to your fingertips and gently exfoliate before completely rinse away. The suggested use is once a week. When testing this product I could definitely smell the citrus in this product and feel the minute granules as I applied it. The first time I tried it was last week and I was incredibly surprised at the burning sensation I experienced on immediate application. I toughed it out for four minutes, did the exfoliation, rinsed and applied my own gentle moisturizer. My face was red for about twenty minutes afterward. But hello! I couldn’t believe how soft it was. Still, the burning sensation discouraged me from thinking of using it or recommending it.
A week later, memory faded someone I decided to give it another go this morning. This time I did it on fresh morning face and the burning was greatly reduced. Here I am over eight hours later and my face still feels incredibly soft. Still, I’m hesitant to recommend this product to anyone with sensitive skin. If you are looking to step up the texture of your skin a notch, reduce your pores and are not as big a wimp as me give it a go.
I think this is a perfect example of why the Beauty Fix kit is such a great idea. It allows beauty addicts the opportunity to try numerous products without forking out the cash that would be required to try them all on their own.
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Emitations Offering $15 off
To celebrate Cyber Monday Emitations is offering $15 off a $100 purchase.
Coupon Code: AF100
Expires: Midnight Dec 1st, 2008
Now I can get a lot for $100, how about you?
Like this Lyndi Pave Snake Necklace for $19.99 (modelled after one Madonna wore)
Or this Stackable Silver “Believe” Friendship Bracelet on sale for $31.99
And this Sheila’s Faux Turquoise Cocktail Ring for $39.95 (modelled after a similar worn by Cameron Diaz)
Bringing up the tail with Katja’s Three Stone Silver Hair Combs on sale for $13.99
Not bad for $105.92 (less discount - $90.92 + shipping)!
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Beauty Fix No. 1 - NOC-Out Cover-Up Compact
Of the nine items in my Beauty Fix kit I think Redpoint’s NOC-Out Cover-Up Compact was at the top of list of products I was really excited about trying.
The Beauty Fix kit offers a full size product to try which is valued at $38. It works from the concept that all skin issues can not be covered up with one color. The goal of this tri-color compact is to “neutralize, obliterate and conceal” all the things we like to camouflage. Say good-bye to dark circles under the eyes, blemishes, veins, freckles and more.
The color breakdown:
Yellow = redness, blemishes
Peach = dark circles
Salmon = sun spots, veins and dark discolorations
The compact is made of pretty red tin with a clear mirror and a generous amount of concealers inside. On the bottom of the compact is a little diagram to help users remember what each color is for. I found the yellow and peach work exceptionally (I didn’t have an opportunity to use the salmon) well in terms of blending and cover-up but for long term wear it failed somewhat for extra long days by building up in creases. So if you are wanting to go from work out-and-about, no. But if you are able to do a touch in between, then go for it. What would have really made this test perfect for me would have been if the compact came with Redpoint’s camouflage brush. Half the battle is the tools.
Depending on your perceived ailments you could end up using more of one than another so I’m not really sure how economical this is but I definitely think it’s worth trying at least once.
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The Twilight Craze
Yes, it’s true, plus size people (young and older) have joined in on the Twilight book and movie craze. It really is a craze isn’t it? Plus size clothing retailer Torrid has made it possible for you to choose your team and express it on your body without getting a tattoo. Here are three of my favorite Twilight clothing options for plus size chics:
The t-shirts are available in sizes 0X - 5X for $28. If these two are not your style they also have a couple pictorial ones featuring Edward and/or Bella as well as a Twilight hoodie.
If you were admiring the jewelry from the Twilight movie then Torrid also has a few replications for adoring fans. Alice’s ribbon choker, Esme’s cuff bracelet, Rosalie’s choker and Carlisle’s Crest Ring ($19.99 each):
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Flower of Life from W. Culpepper
Wendy Culpepper is having a great holiday sale over at her website from now until November 30th. Shoppers can receive 30% off purchases of $75 or more or 40% off purchases of $150 or more.
I found this beautiful Flower of Life cuff bracelet when I was looking around. It is made of sterling silver. This handcrafted piece comes in once size but because of its unique design it is adjustable. It sells for $290.
The coupon code for the holiday promotion is: NOVPROMO. Be sure to check the main homepage for restrictions (don’t worry, there isn’t many).
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Beauty Fix No. 1 - Kronos Phyx
It’s been over a week and half since I started using the Kronos Phyx creme from my Beauty Fix kit. A full size bottle from this new line of anti-aging hair products was provided and is listed for a retail value of $105 (if you remember, the Beauty Fix kit only costs $50).
Kronos Phyx is like an overnight mask for your hair. It’s mission is to take the age out of your hair using it’s “patent-pending t-sfere technology” by targeting the skin of the scalp as well as the hair. It’s simple to use. All I had to do was dab a bit into my hand, rub between both hands to warm it up and spread it around then finger it through my hair and go to bed. There’s no need to put on a head wrap or put anything down on the pillow. In the morning I just lightly shampoo and styled as usual.
I was surprised how light the creme was and how easy it was to spread through the hair. I used my boar hair brush to help distribute it after I had throughly applied it with my hands. Recommended use is two or three times a week or every other day. As someone who has poker straight hair, I immediately noticed a difference in the texture and appearance after only two uses. It made the hair smoother in appearance, controlled the little bit of frizz I was starting to develop with the change of weather and made it incredibly touchable soft.
So far it has been two for two. If you missed it, last week I spoke highly of Jane Iredale’s latest dust powder.
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From Beauty Fix No. 1 - Jane Iredale 24-Karat Gold Dust Powder
The first item I decided to try in my Beauty Fix kit was the Jane Iredale Rose Dust Powder. It a new color added to the fall collection; and so far, is the only one in the line that doesn’t actually contain gold but you wouldn’t know it from looking at it. I received a full size container in the kit valued at $12.
It’s totally easy to use and apply. I applied it with a dry blush to my cheeks for a radiant glow and with a wet brush to my eyelids for a deeper color. The color is totally fabulous and I’d take it without the sparkle as well as with the sparkle.
Other ways to use the powder:
- mix with moisturizer and smooth over chest or anywhere that’s bare
- add to your mouse, hair gel, or straightening products and smooth into hair before styling
- wear alone or over your regular make-up
This is a natural mineral product and I quickly became addicted to it. I highly recommend giving it a try.
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Get Your Beauty Fix
Beauty blogger Christina Jones put me on to this new beauty extravaganza called Beauty Fix. Members register online to receive a new beauty kit of the best new products every quarter. In the beauty kit are full size products and deluxe samples of some of the hottest beauty products available. The highlighted products are selected by a team of “beauty industry experts” who review and test the products. These products are actually reviewed and not paid for admissions.
Membership to Beauty Fix costs $50 a quarter. This quarter the products totals over $400. That is considerable savings. Before each quarter members can see a preview of what will be in the next quarter’s kit. If they decide they are not interested in the products they can opt out. Plus there is an online community where you can make friends with other members, highlight your favorite products, write reviews of the products or share tips you have learned along the way (although they are still working out some bugs in this “beta” version). One of my favorite features on the website are the short videos that show members how the product works and how to use them.
This quarter’s kit (No.1) includes:
- Amarte Aqua Veil Pure Hydration Serum (Full Size $142)
- Amarte Natural Wonder Cream (Full Size $90)
- Jane Iredale 24-Karat Gold Dust Powder (Full Size $12)*
- Kronos Phyx (Full Size $105)*
- M Lab Anti-Aging Treatment Cream (Sample Size $260)*
- PCA pHaze 9 Purifying Mask (Full Size $56)
- Perricone MD Firming Neck Therapy (Full Size $95)*
- Redpoint NOC-Out Cover-up Compact (Full Size $38)*
- Sensa (15 day Trial $29.50)
I’m so excited to test these products (especially the ones I’ve starred) in the coming weeks to let you know what I thought. If you want to join in the fun, visit Beauty Fix and sign up. But hurry, membership is limited!
Women’s Fedoras Take II
Last week I talked about my love of fedora’s for women and highlighted a designer favorite called Lillipot. This week I found a few budget friendly fedoras at plus size clothing retailer, Torrid.
Black Twill Banded Fedora is made of 100% cotton:
Black Fedora with Satin Trim is made of 100% polyester:
I couldn’t find any sizing information but they are both black and they are both $18!
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