beauty steal: LORAC Perfectly Lit Luminizing Powder in 'Spotlight'

who loves a fabulous deal? i know i do, so i had to share this-- it's too good to miss!

today through august 10, 2010, LORAC Perfectly Lit Luminizing Powder in Spotlight will be offered for only $9 (originally priced at $32!) exclusively at Sephora stores and online at sephora.com.

if you love an illuminated look, this powder offers users a radiant glow, making it look like you are glowing from within. it also optimizes the effect of the light to diminish imperfections, even your skin tone and brighten your complexion.

happy shopping!

xo

Stila Hydrating Finishing Powder

when it comes to makeup, i have fallen in love with Stila. i am especially loving their Hydrating Finishing Powder, a lightweight, translucent powder (olive, tan and brown skin beauties, don't let the light color fool you, this is invisible) that sets my foundation and leaves my skin looking amazing thanks to it's micro-encapsulated ectoin that gives time-released hydration to the skin.

Hydrating Finishing Powder works for all skin types; it absorbs oil and protects with meadow seed extract for antioxidant protection. my only gripe is the packaging. it has a mirror, but i can't use it since powder gets on it every time i close the lid to shake out more powder. also, there's nowhere to tap off the excess powder, so i have to be careful not to load up my fluffy brush with too much product for fear of wasting it. since i love the results so much, i'll continue to use it and will definitely be buying this when it runs out!

many thanks to Stila for giving me the opportunity to try Hydrating Finishing Powder! visit your local Stila beauty counter or stilacosmetics.com for more info.

xo

review: Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder

i picked up a sample of Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder a few weeks ago thanks in part to my desire to experience for myself the latest in makeup technology. this stark white powder looks invisible when applied (seriously, it disappears), feels incredibly smooth, and sets my foundation beautifully. on top of this-- yes there's more-- it manages to mattify my skin without leaving it looking flat--let's just say, i'm ready for my close-up!

made from 100% mineral silica powder, Microfinsh Powder was created to give skin a softer look-- HD cameras see everything-- and helps to "blur" (for lack of a better word) imperfections.

you can find Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder at all Sephora locations as well as online

xo