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November's POPSUGAR #MustHaveBox Contained The Perfect Lifestyle + Beauty + Accessories Combo For This Holiday Season!
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Ark Skincare: Discover the Secret of Beautiful Skin at Every Age
"ARK Skincare ( http://arkskincareusa.com ) is an award winning British skincare brand loved by Beauty Editors at top magazines like ELLE and Glamour ! ARK Skincare products uniquely treat skin at every age providing a daily skin regimen that protects, defends, and defys. Created in England, ARK Skincare products deliver professional, salon grade results using the most innovative natural formulations. The result is a highly effective personalized skincare regime for every individual.
The ARK Skincare family of age targeted products is divided into three age intelligent product lines to treat skin. Complemented by the Skin Perfector range of treatment products and the Skin Essential range of daily necessities, Ark Skincare offers a solution for all of your skincare needs.
There are two main transition periods in the aging process where there is a dramatic shift in hormone production and a significant change in the way the body functions: late 20s to early 30s and late 50s to early 60s. ARK has looked at the skin externally and internally during these periods, to create three age-specific product ranges, which support skin with the optimum level of nourishment and skin-perfecting ingredients. Complemented by the Skin Perfector range of treatment products and the Skin Essential range of daily necessities, Ark Skincare offers a solution for all of your skincare needs."
My Opinion:
I love the concept behind Ark Skincare which separates some of their products into age categories. This is very helpful in order to target specific skin concerns based on each need.
I tried two products from this line:
The Agedefend replenishing moisturizer for 30's & 40's and the Skinperfector triple action exfoliator for all ages. Both products complement each other beautifully. The Skinperfector is very mild, yet effective for removing impurities and dead skin cells. The Agedefend moisturizer absorbs quickly into the skin and leaves it very fresh and soft. I also love that this brand is cruelty-free and does not contain Parabens, mineral oils, alcohol, artificial fragrances, and artificial colors. If interested you can check out Ark Skincare here: http://arkskincareusa.com
Whether you are just starting out or are an established blogger, the Orlando Bloggers Retreat welcomes all creative entrepreneurs looking to create an inspired digital presence and refine their brands. Being in a room with people who "get it" is such a powerful thing!
The Orlando Bloggers Retreat is an intimate space where we shift our focus towards our goals, while holding each other accountable, collaborate, share knowledge, and weigh in with unique viewpoints.
The weekend is filled with fun, relaxation, workshops, food, and spending time around other
creatives!
Overall, my experience was just phenomenal!
Melrose was an excellent host and the entire atmosphere felt so incredible!
She was so organized and provided us with itineraries, schedules, what to bring, and all the details needed.
I truly had an epic time with beautiful like-minded people. We went over multiple topics and sessions including Branding, Blog Critiques, Social Media, Goal Setting, and much more!
I loved that we all had the opportunity of sharing and exchanging our knowledge in different areas. We sure learned so much from each other!
From the venue to the food (which we all had the chance to be part of the preparation), everything was amazing. Even though I didn't know the majority of the girls on a personal level, we definitely connected and made an amazing bond afterward (which I am sure will last for a lifetime!)
All Orlando Bloggers Stay Tuned For The Next One & Go To www.melrose.moda/obr For More Details.
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AQUATION: All Day Moisture Care
"There are endless elements that affect your skin daily – not all of them in your control. There is a solution. Skincare that protects, restores and fortifies, with moisture you can feel. Clinically proven results you can see. Moisture balance technology you can count on. The perfect Aquation for hydrated + healthy skin.
Powered by Hydro Balance™ our advanced dual phase technology delivers hydration and creates an invisible barrier to help prevent moisture loss while encapsulated actives penetrate deeply for long-lasting hydration. 100% of women in clinical trials saw more hydrated skin, even up to 24 hours. 93% experienced instant hydration. 93% found non-irritating.
If you are looking for a moisturizing line that is gentle to your skin, but super effective against dryness and moisture loss, look no further. As you may or may not know, my skin has various stages during the year (in despite of living in a warm weather almost year round), but it is dry and sensitive for the majority of the time. For this reason I avoid skincare products that contains harsh chemicals and artificial ingredients. Aquation products do not contain parabens and my skin felt so refreshed and hydrated even after the first use. The cleanser is also amazing to cleanse the skin and leaving it fresh and moisturized. Aquation products are found in your nearest Walmart location
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e.l.f. Cosmetics New Skincare Line Is The Perfect Hydrating Regimen For This Coming Winter Season. Beautiful Packaging + Effective + Affordable
elf Hydrating Bubble Mask
Price: $14.00
This hydrating and nourishing gel transforms into a bubble mask on the face. Watch as bubbles fizz and foam to remove excess dirt and cleanse pores for glowing, healthy looking skin.
elf Hydrating Gel Mask
Price: $12.00
A clear, hydrating gel mask that helps sooth and nourish the skin. Infused with Purified Water, Aloe, Coconut and Chia Seed. The cooling formula helps revitalize the skin and retain moisture for a healthy looking glow.
elf Pore Refining Brush And Mask Tool
Price: $5.00
The silicone spatula provides mess free application so you don’t waste product, while the pore cleansing brush helps to gently remove dirt and grease from pores. No need to worry about possibly transporting oil and bacteria from your hands onto your face with this tool. Spatula can also be used to apply foundation, and the brush for blending color to create a flawless and smooth finish.
elf Nourishing Night Cream
Price: $12.00
This nourishing cream helps rehydrate and refresh skin overnight for glowing, healthy looking skin. Infused with Purified Water and skin nourishing Jojoba, Aloe, Vitamin E, and Cucumber to help soothe and protect the skin. Rich in antioxidants Shea Butter, Orange and Lemon.
elf Illuminating Eye Cream
Price: $10.00
elf Illuminating Eye Cream
This nourishing cream helps hydrate and minimize the appearance of dark circles and puffiness for glowing, healthy looking skin. Infused with Purified Water and skin nourishing Jojoba, Vitamin E, and Cucumber to help soothe and protect the delicate skin area around the eye. Rich in antioxidants Shea Butter and Green Tea.
Eyes: LORAC Pro Palette Black Shadow Black Liner & Shimmery Red Pigment Lashes: MAKE UP FOR EVER Lash Show Natural Impact N-403 & Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Mascara Brows: Billion Dollar Brows Micro Pencil Taupe & MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Sculpting Brow Palette Foundation: MAKE UP FOR EVER Ultra HD Y345 Concealer: Too Faced Cosmetics Born This Way Light Powder Contour Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Palette Powder Highlight: MAKE UP FOR EVER PRO Light Fusion Luminizer Gold Lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER High Precision Lip Pencil N42 & OFRA Cosmetics Havana Nights Liquid Lipstick
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Studio Gear Cosmetics Dual Identity Wet and Dry Mineral Foundation
"Studio Gear Cosmetics is a prestigious cosmetics brand featuring a full collection of professional makeup brushes, revolutionizing complexion formulas, and a wide selection of color products for the eyes, cheeks, and lips. This is a line created true to the concept that every woman deserves professional, high quality cosmetics at a reasonable price.
The Studio Gear Professional Brush Collection is the core of the line. Made only from the highest quality hairs and hand-tied for unbeatable quality, women around the country are using this collection to enhance their makeup application and express their creativity with precision. Customer loyalty is ensured through a lifetime product guarantee and with over 40 tools, everything from basic to advanced techniques are covered.
The Studio Gear color palette is vibrant and original - the colors are true, pure, and precise. The simplicity and quality in the eye shadows and lipsticks provide staple colors for any look, whether it be timeless or trend. Customers ask for products by name and keep coming back again and again.
Dual Identity Wet/Dry Mineral Foundation is a true revolutionary advancement in beauty. These loose minerals provide all the benefits you’™ve come to expect of a normal mineral foundation enhanced with the improved application, feel, look, and performance you love from your favorite wet, dry, or liquid foundation. It's versatility makes it the perfect makeup for all seasons.
4 Ways to Use it:
1. Mineral Powder: Keep it simple and buff Foundation into skin on it's own or over primer.
2. Serum Foundation: Mix it Up with Revitalizing Day Serum to create custom, super moisturizing coverage. (Tip, you can also mix with your favorite SPF)
3. Mattifying Finishing Powder: Take it on the go to set your liquid make-up and stay matte all day.
4. Cream Contour: Mix up darker and lighter shades with Protective Day Lotion for creamy, blendable, custom contour.
I almost never use powder foundations due to the fact that my skin is very dry and powders tend to dry it out even more. With that being said, I was very happy to find out that the Studio Gear Cosmetics Dual Identity Wet and Dry Mineral Foundation could indeed be used wet! Especially since the formula is totally safe for sensitive skin. it is talc-free, fragance-free, and paraben-free. I have used other Studio Gear products in the past and the quality is great. The color I chose is called Natural and the match was really good (see pictures below). As soon as I mixed the foundation with the serum, the consistency was very easy to apply and blend with my skin. However, the product does dry out quickly so you will need to blend pretty fast. Now as far as the brush, it is a nice quality brush but I do prefer to use my beauty blender when creating the wet mixture. Overall I can recommend this foundation for both dry and oily skin.