giveaway with crest whitestrips advanced seal...the winners

They are the new Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal. Which are supposed to stay in place so well, you can kiss with them on. You are also supposed to see results within 3 days of starting the 14 day process.

While, I haven't tried them yet, Jenn got her hubby too. She said that he said (you like that?) that they felt comfortable on and stayed in place well. She said she hasn't noticed a big difference yet, but he just started using them and his teeth were pretty much on the white side anyway. She's going to make him go for the whole 14 day whitening process and get back to us later.

You can find them now anywhere Crest products are sold and are being sold for around $45.

If you have a pair of new 3D glasses laying around the house somewhere and need a laugh check out the website kissmein3d.com. It is an interactive site from Crest about the new Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal. You can virtual kiss Fernando and/or Olivia, the hosts of KissMein3D.com, Crest Whitestrips interactive, non-branded debut of the new product with new InTru3D technology.

If you don't have any 3D glasses and now you are totally curious about the site, here are some places to get a free pair: A&P, Coburns, CVS (select stores only), Dollar General, Fairway, Food Lion, Fresh Brands, Frys, Hess (select stores only), Hy Vee, K-Mart, Kroger, Meijer, Nash Finch, Patchmark, Ralphs, Roundy’s, Safeway/Vons, Supervalu, Target & Winn Dixie.

Onto the 5 lucky people who have won themselves a box of the Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal.....

Congratulations to:

Sherry B.,

Leane G.,

Kathe E.,

Marcia F.,

and Mandy S.

Enjoy those strips ladies! Everyone should check back soon for another giveaway announcement!!

Jennifer and Christine

estee lauder vivid garden summer collection

In case you already aren't majorly fantasising about warmer weather...we totally are here...Estee Lauder has come out with Vivid Garden, an utterly adorable collection for summer 2009.

Using pops of floral bright colors like teal, lime, and aquamarine, beautiful pinks and purples... you will want summer to get here pronto.

One of our faves?

Estée Lauder’s new, limited edition Vivid Garden Illuminating Powder ($32 seen below right). An enchanting vivid garden in a powder compact, the tablet features three luminous, floral-inspired shades lightly dusted with gold in a charming floral pattern that blend easily and perfectly together for a naturally warm summer glow.

Featured in Estée Lauder’s signature navy blue compact with golden cartouche, the powder compact’s silky, lightweight formula goes on evenly and is suitable for all skin types and skin tones.

Lightly dust powder on cheeks, face and décolletage or anywhere you’d like to add a light touch of luminous summer radiance.

What else are you in store for?

Well...more new, limited edition shades of Pure Color Illuminating Gloss, Pure Color Lipstick, Estée Lauder Signature Eyeshadow Quad in two gorgeous palettes...Orchid Garden and Jasmine Garden, Duo-Tone Eye Pencils and Pure Color Nail Lacquers for a pretty, floral-inspired look.

Each look is especially unique and are available at select retailers and esteeLauder.com.

Prices are from $18 to $35 and will only be available for a limited time...so hurry!

BeneFit CORALista Fashionista Sweepstakes

Chic to Cheek - love it.

Here's the newest offer from BeneFit in collaboration with Banana Republic. You're invited to put your best look forward with finishing touches in coral - the season's prettiest hue. it's your chance to win fabulous shopping sprees and products from BeneFit and Banana Republic.

Entering is so easy. Just click the banner below and fill out the short entry form.

Want more? You've got it. To help celebrate the contest, BeneFit is offering a whopping 20% off your order of $50 or more and Banana Republic is offering a grand 30% off their new spring collection (in store only).

Receive 20% your $50 order at BeneFit Cosmetics, click link and enter coupon code: HOTCORAL at checkout. Offer ends soon!

logics color dna system gloss balm

To say I was a fan of the old Logics line would be a serious understatement.

I worshiped at the Logics alter.

We're talking plunking out the dough for the liter bottles of shampoo and conditioner.

Something I very rarely do, considering I change my mind in the haircare arena every month or so.

Of course though, as with any other product you end up falling head-over-heels with, they ended up discontinuing that formula and revamping the whole line.

While I haven't tried their new shampoo and conditioner, we did have the chance to try out some of their new styling products.

The new offerings include a Contouring Paste ($24), a Geometric Design Gel ($22), an Aerial Liquid Volume ($22), and a Gloss Balm ($22).

My fave has to be the Gloss Balm.

I love how it gives a little piecey definition, but still controls frizzies and the little bit of static that I've been getting here and there with the dry and cold weather.

It has this kinda thickish gel like texture, that has little bits of miniscule shiny bits (totally the only way I could think of how to describe it) that make my hair look shiny in a did-you-do-something-different-with-your-hair sorta way.

Love that.

My next goal...after getting my hands on the new shampoo and conditioner...is to check out the gel. Something that I haven't really tried since like the 90's and the infamous hair-rake Jersey coif I used to sport.

I shudder at the thought.

After that, I'm thinking about wrestling the Contouring Paste out of Christine's hands (she got to try that and the Aerial Liquid Volume) and checking it out for myself...she's already been singing its praises.

I think I can take her.

To find out more info on the Logics line, or to find a salon near you that carries it, head on over to logicshair.com.


Jenn

Bliss: One Last Hurrah for February

Bliss is offering a fantastic 15% off all Bliss Spa and Laboratoire Remede products through the end of this month. In addition, they'd like you to know about their fabulous new skincare product Best of Skintentions. Let me share a little info.

Bliss Best of Skintentions is their new once-a-day mega-moisturizer. It not only shields against burn-causing UVB rays, but is also one of the only moisturizers with a PA++ rating which indicates that it’s clinically proven to protect against age-inducing UVA rays. And it’s not just serious sun defense—it also delivers a daily dose of antioxidant vitamins, minerals and omegas to keep skin looking healthy, plus phytonutrients from tonka beans for a luminous finish.

A moisturizer on a mission!

What makes it special:

• protects the skin with SPF 15 for UVB (burning) protection plus a UVA (aging) rating PA++

• instantly illuminates the skin with phytonutrients

• delivers vitamins, minerals and omegas to promote healthy skin

Grab a tube while the price is right and peruse the other great offerings in the Bliss Spa and Laboratoire Remede regimen for high quality products as well. Here's how to take advantage of the special pricing:

Get 15% off Bliss and Remede products + a Free Full-Size Bliss Love Handler; click link and enter promo code: 019908 in shopping bag

Offer ends 2/28/09. Information and products available at Bliss online.

giveaway with crest whitestrips advanced seal

We gals here at Beauty in Real Life like to laugh....a lot. What helps with that? A nice shiny, pearly white smile.

I have to admit that I have tried some "at home whitening strips" before and I couldn't last more than a couple days before I gave up.

First, I gagged....a lot. And second, I couldn't get the darn things to stay in place long enough and I definitely couldn't wear them (top and bottom) at the same time, which instantly doubled up the amount of time I had to spend to get teeth that didn't turn whiter.

Then these showed up on our doorstep.

They are the new Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal. Which are supposed to stay in place so well, you can kiss with them on. You are also supposed to see results within 3 days of starting the 14 day process.

While, I haven't tried them yet, Jenn got her hubby too. She said that he said (you like that?) that they felt comfortable on and stayed in place well. She said she hasn't noticed a big difference yet, but he just started using them and his teeth were pretty much on the white side anyway. She's going to make him go for the whole 14 day whitening process and get back to us later.

You can find them now anywhere Crest products are sold and are being sold for around $45.

If you have a pair of new 3D glasses laying around the house somewhere and need a laugh check out the website kissmein3d.com. It is an interactive site from Crest about the new Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal. You can virtual kiss Fernando and/or Olivia, the hosts of KissMein3D.com, Crest Whitestrips interactive, non-branded debut of the new product with new InTru3D technology.

If you don't have any 3D glasses and now you are totally curious about the site, here are some places to get a free pair: A&P, Coburns, CVS (select stores only), Dollar General, Fairway, Food Lion, Fresh Brands, Frys, Hess (select stores only), Hy Vee, K-Mart, Kroger, Meijer, Nash Finch, Patchmark, Ralphs, Roundy’s, Safeway/Vons, Supervalu, Target & Winn Dixie.

And now for the Giveaway Details:

We have 5 boxes of the new Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal to give to the top responses of "Which is your favorite kiss and why?" This giveaway is short and sweet and ends this Saturday, (February 28th) at 3:00 pm EST. to enter the giveaway, send us an email at beautyinreallifecontests@gmail.com with "Crest Giveaway" in the subject line. Be sure to include your full name and mailing address and your answer to the question.

We will randomly select five winners February 28th at 3pm EST. The winners will be announced the same day.

Alright, just to clarify...One entry per person, duplicate entries will not increase your odds of winning. For this giveaway, only US residents may enter. You have from now until February 28th at 3:00 PM EST to enter.


Good luck!!


Jennifer and Christine
proud members of total beauty and the bbn networks

*Please Read This: In entering this contest you are giving us permission to forward your name and mailing address to representatives for Crest for fulfillment and mailing of contest prize(s). If you fail to include that information we will disqualify your entry. Five winners, chosen at random, will receive the prizes mentioned. Duplicate entries will not improve your chances of winning. Giveaway sponsored by Crest. Some restrictions may apply. Open only to US residents only...sorry. Entries will be accepted through 3:00 pm EST on Saturday, February 28th.

Jenny Packham London Fall 2009

Trying to find out the beauty and hair scoop from this show as so much fun. Jenny Packham London Fashion Week Fall 2009 collection is rockin'!

Girly and bohemian with a tinge of Native American in the gorgeous beading from the fashions themselves. I'm loving it. Here are some photos to whet your whistle till I can find out more.



An up close at the exquisite detailing of the beading and fabrics.

(click images to enlarge for better detail)

source: elle.com

Bobbi Brown New Platinum Collection

Pretty and Fresh

Bobbi Brown introduces her new Limted Edition Platinum Collection.

PLATINUM PINK SHIMMER BRICK (LE) - $40
Skin has a soft and luminous glow this season courtesy of Bobbi's newest Shimmer Brick, part of her Platinum Collection. Five color bars-soft pink, platinum, bright pink, golden coral and rose-blend together to light up the face. These shades work beautifully as highlight colors for cheeks or anywhere you want to add shimmer. The special platinum bar is a great new shade for eyes. Custom-made compact features a metallic silver finish and faux-leather detailing. Available for a limited time.

LONG WEAR CREAM SHADOW - $22
Eyes this spring are strong and smoky with cool shades of velvety-smooth Long Wear Cream Shadow. This award-winning formula goes on easily with a finger or brush—and lasts all day without creasing or smearing. Safe for contact lens wearers. Ophthalmologist tested. Fragrance free.

SHIMMER LIP GLOSS - $20
This ultra sheer, shimmering formula can be worn alone or layered over your favorite lipstick for a personalized look. Scented with a hint of Vanilla.

SHIMMERING BODY OIL (LE) - $34
Infused with pink and platinum pearls, this shimmering body oil gives skin a radiant glow as it moisturizes and conditions with a blend of essential oils. Lightweight formula absorbs quickly into the skin leaving it soft to the touch. Lightly fragranced with Bobbi’s Party, a new scent debuting Holiday 2009. This Fragrance has top notes of Violet Leaves, Lemon Flower and Lily of the Valley. A sophisticated yet fun fragrance.

Meet Bobbi Brown, renowned beauty expert, and learn her secrets to looking and feeling your best. Also, receive a complimentary makeup lesson from one of her professional makeup artists.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

12 pm - 2 pm

(Her beauty team will be there from 11 am - 6 pm)

Saks Fifth Avenue, New York

Call 212-940-2194 to reserve your appointment

Also going on now, Bobbie has a fantastic beauty offer for you.

Receive a FREE Full Size Bobbi Brown Metallic Eye Shadow in Rockstar with your $65 online order. Simply enter code: SPARKLE2 at checkout before 2/28/09 and you'll get this high-shimmer formula that creates a sophisticated, sexy look. Visit Bobbi Brown Cosmetics online for more information and to shop.

Bobbi Brown and Barex for J. Mendel NYFW Fall 2009

model: Kasia Struss

At J. Mendel, makeup artist Tanya Cropsey, for Bobbi Brown, created a fashion-forward face with flat, matte red lips, a matte eye and a fresh complexion. "It's a timeless classic look, but there's a subtlety to it," said Cropsey, who used grays and charcoals, namely Bobbi Brown shadow in Caviar and Steel, instead of blacks, for her smoky eye. "It's more detail-oriented." Cropsey used a brilliantly hued "true red" lipstick and left skin "bare, except for moisturizer," she said.

Hair, which was styled by Odile Gilbert for Barex, matched the makeup's feel of modern simplicity. After giving hair a side part, Gilbert pulled it back tightly on one side and created a pulled-back wave on the other. A straightened ponytail hung in the back and was given an offbeat shape with the addition of an elastic band halfway down and threaded into the back of the hair."It's chic and elegant," said Gilbert. "It's different from every side you look at it, and from the back it is very graphic." Gilbert smoothed down flyaways with a brush and Barex hair spray.

J. Mendel has been a popular pick among celebs and starlets at the award ceremonies this season. As such, a perusal of some of the collection's stunning gowns is in order and they don't fail to impress - these are quite lovely, very feminine and fluid yet with lots of texture and subtle detailing.

source: wwd, style.com, elle

b-glowing Debuts Urban Rituelle

Urban Rituelle is a simply gorgeous line of decadent bath & body products made to celebrate life's simple pleasures and enhance daily rituals.

By using contemporary colors and exotic fragrances they turn the everyday into a visual & aromatic experience. Shower with deliciously scented vegetable soaps & fragrant body washes. Soak in a tub filled with fragrant bubble bath & indulge in the centuries old ritual of bathing. Experience seductively smooth body lotions, decadent hand creams & luscious lip balms.
Turn your everyday routine into an opportunity to pamper yourself with products made to restore mind, body & spirit.

Urban Rituelle products are proudly made in Australia.

There is so much "scrumptious-ness" in these products it's really hard to do them justice through words. They truly are products, which must be experienced. Included in the line are tanning milks, body butters, lip plumpers and balms, bronzers, fragrances, decandent moisturizers and more. Scents of frangipani, coconut and ginger, pink jasmine, ruby mango, balinese temple flowes, tahitian gardenia, white kimono and balms of cotton candy, peaches, mango, vanilla, pomegranate and more tempt the senses and indulge every luxury for your body.

Enjoy b-glowing's special offer going on now. Free shipping with orders of $25 and more is available. As an additional incentive: Receive an exclusive gift of a free Sweet Treats Raspberry Lip Balm with your Urban Rituelle purchase of $30 or more. Offer is good through 3/2/09.

Enter code: urban at checkout

Urban Rituelle products are now available at b-glowing and retail from $8 and up.

Lancome's Brand New Baby ~ Youth Activating Genifique

You know I adore bringing you news before anyone else does on the newest and most advanced products to hit the market. Here's a very early preview, but couldn't wait to share.

Lancome is boasting a new skincare product in Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate that is said to actually boost the activity of genes. Clinical trials have been performed. Lancome says Genifique will get at the very origin of our skin's youth, the genes, which produce specific proteins that diminish with age. Their new product will boost gene activity and stimulate production of youth proteins. The claim is you'll see a youthful difference in as little as seven days.

"Skin looks lit from within, infused with life, breathtakingly radiant. Skin's youthful quality returns: cushiony soft and velvety to touch; tone is astonishingly even and texture is dramatically refined."

Those are some awfully tall, dramatic descriptors.

Lancome Genifique is only available by pre-order at this time and retails for $78 a bottle. For more information or to pre-order your bottle, visit lancome-usa now.

Beautyhabit Introduces Paul & Joe Spring 2009 Collection

Beautyhabit is now carrying Paul & Joe's fantastic Spring 2009 Collection. Within it you'll find fresh faced colors, textures and shades inspired by the silver screen, reminiscent of Hollywood starlets of eras gone by. The colors are innocent and delicate with a coquettish air of sexiness.

In celebration, Beautyhabit is offering an exclusive promo. Enjoy FREE STANDARD SHIPPING within the USA with your $25 or more Beauyhabit purchase. Offer ends 3/15/09.

Enter code: CENTERSTAGE at checkout

To investigate Paul & Joe further or delight in all the other wonderful, luxurious products to be found at Beautyhabit, visit them in their online store here. Happy shopping!