Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask by Bliss - a quick review

There's nothing better than treating yourself to a great facial in a salon or spa, but if money's tight, you can still DIY and get great results...as long as you use a great product. One I really like is the Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask by Bliss $52.00 3.4 fl. oz. Rub this citrus-y smelling gel into damp skin and within seconds, a frothy mask sizzles like gentle pop rocks on your skin.

What is happening is that the mask is releasing oxygen and a significant form of vitamin C, time-released antioxidants, and a moisture into your skin. The result is a complexion that looks and feels brighter, fresher, and younger-looking. The product in a pump bottle takes only five minutes to work was inspired by Bliss Spa's most-famous facial, which gives skin the energy it needs for everyday metabolism, collagen synthesis, and detoxifying action.


My personal experience? I left the foam on a full five minutes (I got side-tracked because I was typing the beginning of this post as the mask went to work, so maybe it was a minute or two over). The foam was a bit distracting, but pleasant (it fizzed and made me feel like it was really working) and when I rinsed, my skin definitely looked brighter and felt energized. It really worked well. I love the Bliss Spa(s) and while this product isn't a pamperlingly fun as an in-person facial, it's still pleasant and effective. A little of this product goes a long way, so you'll still get spa-quality results, at home and save a bundle.

http://www.sephora.com/ Happy Halloween!

Halloween Costume & Makeup Ideas-Glamorous Mask

No time for a costume? Here's a great, last-minute idea!

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Halloween Makeup Idea: Glamorous Mask

Recreate this dramatic, sexy mask in minutes -- it's the perfect last-minute costume

Instead of reaching for some awful costume-in-a-bag because you put off deciding what to be this Halloween, quickly transform your look by creating this painted on bat-shaped, glittery mask. Follow these step-by-step instructions courtesy of Genoa Norris, Resident Trainer at MAC Cosmetics and you'll have a costume in no time. Pair this mask with all black clothes and a sleek ponytail for a complete (and super simple!) look. See the look

Halloween Costume & Makeup Ideas-Twinkling Fairy

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Halloween Makeup Idea: Twinkling Fairy

Recreate this Tinker Bell-friendly look and win "prettiest costume" this year

Who doesn't want to go crazy with glitter on Halloween -- it's really the only time you can get away with it. Transform yourself into a glittery fairy with these step-by-step instructions courtesy of Gregory Arlt, Director of Makeup Artistry for MAC cosmetics. Pair this girly makeup look with a set of wings and soft curls to complete the look. See the look

Halloween Costume & Makeup Ideas-Retro 60's Girl

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Halloween Costume Idea: Retro '60s Girl

Channel Twiggy with extreme false lashes and a pale pout

We teamed up with Gregory Arlt, director of makeup artistry for MAC cosmetics, to show you how to create this classic Twiggy look. It's easy if you follow these step-by-step instructions. For a complete look, pair this dramatic makeup with a wide headband and '60s-style turtleneck dress. See the look

Pureology's Break the Silence Set Helps Protects Hair and Support Ovarian Cancer Awareness

Although The Advice Sisters have been blogging about products that support Breast Cancer Awareness, there are other diseases that deserve our support as well. According to the Department of Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, while all women are at risk for ovarian cancer, about 90% of women who get ovarian cancer are older than 40 years old, with the greatest number being aged 55 years or older. Although it accounts for only about 3% of cancers in women, it's deadly. It is the second most common gynecologic cancer, after uterine cancer and causes more deaths than any other gynecologic cancer in the U.S.




PureOlogy is supporting the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) http://www.ovarian.org/ with a donation of $25,000 in collaboration with their "Break The Silence" promotion, now through the end of the month in Salons only (so hurry)! Pure)logy staff attended 21 NOCC walks around the U.S sampling pre-packs of PureOlogy containing 2oz. bottles of HydrateShampoo, HydrateCondition and a teal wrist band.

If you didn't attend one of these walks but you'd like to support the cause, a great way to help do good and look good (or give a great holiday gift) is the purchase PureOlogy's beautifully-boxed set of must-have essentials called The Break The Silence Set $52.00. Inside a special box are PureOlogy's PureVolume Shampoo, 10.1 Oz. and PureVolume Condition, 8.5 Oz. and a very nice, tortoise-shell style brush with an ergonomic, glossy black handle and combo bristles featuring both bristle and ball-tips and a bristle pad in bright teal, the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition's signature color. Another featured of the set is the box, offering information about the signs and symptoms of Ovarian Cancer *the symptoms can be very vague, so many women just ignore them until the cancer is advanced.

The Shampoo and Conditioner are 100% vegan. The products are housed in feminine, pink bottles with slender necks and mauve flip tops -- but there's nothing "girly" about how well these work to volumize thin or fine hair, and to add softenss and shine while protecting color from fading. The sun's rays shine all year round, even if you're not baking at the beach. Using products that help protect color is a good investment that will save you time, money and effort!

All PureOlogy products are multi – taskers. They protect your color treated hair with Pureology's"Antifade" complex while providing lots of nurturing moisture. To find a salon that sells PureOlogy, or to learn more about the products, visit: http://www.pureology.com/

The Plaza Retail Collection & CFDA Support the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer initiative with exclusive shopping night

I have been burning the proverbial midnight oil putting the finishing touches on the Advice Sisters November/December Holiday What Works Beauty, Cosmetics & Fashion review column, up the first week in November at http://www.advicesisters.net/whatworkscol3.html (* please make a note and check it out in a few days). Alas, I missed an event that I really wanted to attend for a most worthy cause for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

On October 22nd, The Plaza Retail Collection and Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) collaborated for the first time to host a private shopping night previewing the most unique selection of luxury purveyors in New York City. The exclusive event provided a first glimpse of the collection for some of New York’s most influential fashion insiders as well as top industry professionals from around the world. Proceeds from the evening benefited the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer initiative, as will the proceeds from sales at The Plaza Retail Collection (through October 29th.)

Guests who attended included: Olivia Palermo, socialite and star of MTV’s new show The City, Katie Lee Joel, Fabiola Berasca, model Hanna Soukupova, designers Erin Fetherston and Maggie Norris, actress Anastasia Griffiths of Damages on FX, Dr. Lisa Airen, Meredith Melling Burke of Vogue, and The Bachelor Lorenzo Borghese

The Plaza Retail Collection is a carefully curated collection of boutiques culled from around the world, housed in The Plaza’s Grand Concourse, throughout the mezzanine and main lobby, The Plaza Retail Collection is embodies The Plaza's unique personality, through leading designers and tastemakers in the worlds of fashion, beauty, décor and cuisine.

Fashion Targets Breast Cancer www.fashiontargetsbreastcancer.org

is a philanthropic initiative of the Council of Fashion Designers of America/CFDA Foundation: http://www.cfda.com/, and is the fashion industry’s response to the impact of breast cancer. The campaign, with its iconic blue-on-blue bull’s-eye logo, involves the nation’s leading designers, retailers, media and models. Fashion Targets Breast Cancer has become the worldwide fashion community’s singular and most successful response to breast cancer.

Don't Tell Mamma-Barbetta-Fun for Tourists and Natives in NYC

On October 14th I attended a fun evening of Music and Comedy at Don't Tell Mama, a multi-function club/cabaret/bar at 343 West 46th Street in NYC. The evening, produced by Michael Martinez, was a showcase and variety show featuring Adam Kee, recording artsist Kristin Trotta, and singer/songwriter Andrea Dee. Comedian Matt Florio acted as an able host throughout the evening.



My favorite performer was the sultry songstress, Kristin Trotta, whose influences included Billie Holiday. The soulful singer looks pretty and sings with a throaty, urgency. She won over her audience with her sophisticated, soulful, songs. www.myspace.com/kristintrotta Also talented and popular with the audience was singer/songwriter Andrea Dee, whose intimate, personal songs borrow elements from pop, soul, and jazz. www.myspace.com/andreadee55


Adam Kee commanded the stage with a polished presence as an actor and singer who completed his M.F.A. in Acting in 2007 (Actors Studio Drama School/New School for Drama). Adam sang a number of songs from Stephen Sondheim. The best moment for me was after Adam asked my friend, telvision hostess Cognac Wellerlane, to turn off her video camera. She said: "I have a television show" to which Adam replied: "Then you can keep it on." But Ms. Wellerlane quickly got Adam to repeat: "you're watching Cognac's Corner Dot TV dahling") as well. You really had to be there to appreciate how she did this....it was pretty funny!

...and speaking of funny -- comedian Matt Florio did his best to keep the evening moving smoothly. Matt co-founded two of New Jersey's most successful stand up shows, "Stand Up Parmesan" and "Newark Comedy Show" He is currently in pre-production of a television show he created and recently co-founded Comedy Doctors . Inc. which produces stand up comedy shows to raise money for worthy charities. www.myspace.com/mattfloriocomedy

Don't Tell Mama is a fun place to spend an evening with friends whether you're a native New Yorker or just visintg. Check their schedule at http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ 343 West 46th Street between 8th and 9th Aves in NYC just steps from Times Square.




After the performances, a group of us went to Barbetta Restaurant. Although Barbetta celebrated it's 100th Anniversary in 2006, I had never been there before. It is just a gorgeous place to dine! Founded in 1906 by Sebastiano Maioglio, Barbetta is now owned by his daughter, Laura Maioglio Barbetta is the oldest restaurant in New York that is still owned by the family that founded it. It has also the distinction of being the oldest Italian restaurant in New York, and the oldest restaurant in New York's Theatre District.
321 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036 http://www.barbettarestaurant.com/


Here's Cognac Wellerlane -- a picture of glamour with champagne in her hand!

Ron Caparella and Vladimir Ibadov "Count Vlad" of Vladi Couture) are enjoying a laugh, and a Piemontese appetizer. Trust me...the food is great, and the atmosphere is "regal."



...and speaking of regal.....Designer Count Vlad of Vladicouture designs gowns that make any woman feel like a queen. Vlad was a successful doctor in Russia but he had an artistic side and he always loved to sketch. He created couture gowns and furs for wealthy socialites in Russia, and when he came to the United States, he started designing specialty evening gowns for Russian-American women. His designs have been worn by beauty queens and celebrities. You can find him on Style Portfolios

Halloween Costume & Makeup Ideas-Sexy Vampire

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Be a Sexy Vampire This Halloween

This ghoulish yet glam look is dramatic enough to win any costume contest

If you're looking for a costume that will truly transform your look while still making you look a little sexy, Vampira is the way to go. Follow these step-by-step instructions courtesy of Gregory Arlt, director of makeup artistry for MAC Cosmetics, to learn how to do this look. Complete this vampy makeup with a black wig and cape. See the look

Advice Sisters and Total Beauty Web Tour For This Week

Viva Woman tells you different ways to use mineral water to boost your beauty.

The Makeup Divas are giving away one pair of Anastasia Limited Edition Swarovski Pink Ribbon Precision Tweezers (retail:$33.00) So hurry and enter, contest closes October 25th.


Monique at Beauty Girl Musings gets a little help from her mom for the review of some new products in Dr. Obagi's new skincare line, ZO Skin Health! Click here for the story.


Beauty Anonymous reviews Paul & Joe Moisturizing Foundation Primer.

Roselyn from Makeup Makes Me Happy hangs out withhttp://www.

Roselyn from Makeup Makes Me Happy hangs out withR&B songstress Cassie, and gets the full scoop on all her beauty secrets. Click to read what she had to say!.

Discover from Girl-Woman-Beauty-Brains-Blog how to fight back fat and muffin-top with the Unbelievabra!

The Jet Set Girls are giving away 3 tubes of Bobbi Brown collection!

Eileen over at MissWhoever You Are gushes about her new haircare routine that is simply DIVINE and has her hair looking fab.

Monique at Beauty Girl Musings gets a little help from her mom for the review of some new products in Dr. Obagi's new skincare line, ZO Skin Health! Click here for the story.

Fabulous Over Forty meets Carmindy and discusses her book Get Positively Beautiful.

Alison of the Advice Sisters reports on how girls rule at Sheckys Girls Night Out and Sheckys Beauty Night Out on the Advice Sisters Blog

Beauty Blogging Junkie has your Halloween faux lash needs covered with this lash round-up.
The girls over at Beauty in Real Life are having another Pink Giveaway. Click here for all the details.

Conair Power of Pink Products Power of Pink Ladies' Grooming System Supports Breast Cancer Research

For Breast Cancer Awareness Month Conair is using it's power to empower YOU to help stamp out this terrible disease (and look and feel good as you're doing it). For every purchase you make of specific "The Power Of Pink" products from Conair, $1.00 is donated to the Breast Cancer Foundation up to a minimum of $100,000 to help find a cure in our lifetime by funding clinical and genetic research, worldwide. Some of the pink-colored Conair "Power of Pink" product have special packaging to go with the girly, pink colored appliances within. For example, the Conair Power of Pink Ionic Styler, Power of Pink Personal Beauty Groomer, and the Conair Power Of Pink Instant Heat Rollers have breast cancer awareness tips called: "Guidelines for Optimum Breast Health" on the side of the package.

If you're looking for a realy super shaver that looks pretty and makes short work of a chore, consider the Power of Pink Ladies' Grooming System (model: LTGS40PCS) srp. $19.99. This recharchargeable, pink shaver has everything you need to stay on top of hair removal literally, from head to toe and can be used wet or dry. The soft pink 10-Piece Personal Beauty Groomer has attachments for bikini line, eyebrow touch-ups, and of course underarms and legs. Conair includes extras like oil (for the shaver, not your legs), a cleaning brush and a charger stand in the same shade of pink. it has a charging indicator light and it holds all of the attachments. There's also a separate cord to charge the shaver and a limited two-year warranty. TIP: the plug for the charger cord goes in the bottom of the charging stand instead of on the side or the back, where you might normally look to plug it in.

This makes a great gift for any woman and even if she already has a shaver, it's not pink and it's probably not as excellent as this one!

For more information, visit http://www.conair-store.com/ and http://www.bcrfcure.org/ or call toll-free 1.866.FIND.A.CURE. TIP: while you are on the Conair Store site, you can submit a review for a chance at a $1,000 prize!

For more information, visit http://www.conair-store.com/ and http://www.bcrfcure.org/ or call toll-free 1.866.FIND.A.CURE. TIP: while you are on the Conair Store site, you can submit a review for a chance at a $1,000 prize!

L'Oreal Paris Color Of Hope Helps Support Ovarian Cancer Research

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but it is also time to consider other charities that do great works to help stamp out diseases. Ovarian Cancer is another serious killer of women. You can help support Ovarian Cancer Research and get yourself a great deal in the bargain with two amazingly great items from L'Oreal Paris:







Sparkle, and help save lives, with the The L’Oréal Paris Hope Necklace $29.95, designed by 2008 Swarovski Award for Accessory Design recipient Philip Crangi (I met him during Fashion Week in the American Express Skybox --see photos). It features a double eternity ring design on a delicate sterling silver chain. Each ring is comprised of 21 channel set, 2mm brilliant cubic zirconias set in sterling silver. One ring is worn for remembrance and one ring is worn as a symbol of hope for the future. The Advice Sisters have reviewed previous collections and this one is better than ever. This necklace comes in an impressive, blue velvet presentation case that makes the necklace look even more precious. Crangi's pieces are sold in upscale stores like Barneys, and they're pricey. This necklace would be a bargain at it's normal retail price of $99.00, but is being offered for only $29.95 (plus $5.95 s&h) to support ongoing research to defeat the horrible disease of ovarian cancer. Net profits ($5.00 per sale) will benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. http://www.lorealcolorofhope.com/. Believe me, this necklace is a "must-have" for the holidays, and it will look even better in person than it does in the photo!

Makeup fans will love this Limited Edition L’Oréal Paris Color of Hope Cosmetics Bag $25.00 that also supports The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF), L’Oréal’s 11-year charitable partner. $5.00 of the sale of this fantastic bag will be donated to the OCRF.

What's in the silvery, zippered, soft-sided bag? No surprise that there are great, key products from the L'Oreal Color of Hope Makeup Collection. I loved the two, trendy quartets of eye shadow emblazoned with "hope" in teal script across the front. One is "Joyous Spirit" featuring mauve tones from light to dark, and the other, "Peaceful Spirit" features a light green and medium moss green, and a matte and sparkling silver. The rest of the collection features the universally flattering shade of mauve (with vibrant teal packaging accents – the color symbolizing ovarian cancer awareness): a mauve "Color of Hope" lipstick, Mauve Color-Riche wanded lip gloss, amd limited edition color of hope Infallible Lip Color. Be trendy and help a great cause!

If you are just seeking a great lipstick to help the cause and color yourself beautiful, L’Oréal Paris will donate $2.00 to the OCRF from the purchase of each Color of Hope Colour Riche Lipcolour $8.95, available in three shades: A Color of Hope, A Lighter Shade of Hope, and A Deeper Shade of Hope. , These great looking, silky lipsticks have hydrating Omega-3 and conditioning Vitamin E that really help lips look smooth and soft (really important as dry Winter heat starts to make lips look parched). The collection, including the Colour Riche Lipcolours, will be available during the month of September at mass-market retailers nationwide.

The Color of Hope Cosmetics Bag, is available while supplies last at L’Oréal Paris retail stores. Please call 888.270.7743 to order and visit lorealcolorofhope.com for more information.

Learn more about Ovarian Cancer- A woman’s best line of defense against this terrible disease is to know there are identifiable signs and symptoms. L’Oréal Paris has developed http://www.lorealcolorofhope.com/ as a one-stop resource for information pertaining to ovarian cancer, including signs and symptoms. Visit, and you might save your own life, or the live of someone you love.

Estee Lauder Lipsticks and Lip Glosses--Girly and Great Gift-ables

If you're thinking about what to give special friends for the holidays, or you're seeking a little, "girly" splurge for yourself, think PINK...as in Estee Lauder's Pink Ribbon Collection Products. Two can't-go-wrong gift ideas are the Evelyn Lauder Lip Color Collection $22.00 and the Elizabeth Hurley High Gloss Lip Color Collection $16.00 Estee Lauder will be donating $500,000 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation this October, in connection with it's pink ribbon collection of products and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

















The trio of gorgeous, pink-themed lipsticks come in a re-useable, hot pink zippered travel case. Inside,. three lipsticks in pink, metallic cases comes in three of Evelyn Lauder's favorite shades:- Pure Color Long Lasting Lipstick in Bali Rose (limited edition), Pure Color Long Lasting Lipstick in Candy and Estée Lauder Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick in Rich Berry.

...and what rhymes with "girly?" Elizabeth Hurley, of course1 The Elizabeth Hurley High Gloss Lip Color Collection $16.00 gives you an impressive trio of pink-themed, "promo sized" lip glosses packaged in the same, hot pink zippered travel case. Give your lips a world of pinks and show your support of Breast Cancer Awareness.This exclusive set includes some of lip gloss-lover Elizabeth Hurley's favorite shades of High Gloss: Pink (limited edition); Rose, and Pearl give you sheer, shimmery, very feminine ways to shine!

...and Clinique also has a great special you will want for gifts!
The Great Lips, Great Cause Lipstick Set $16.50 is a limited edition exclusive to Sephora,. This great set includes a fantastic, Colour Surge Butter Shine Lipstick in limited-edition Ribbon Pink ( a soft, medium rose pink) housed in a silvery, mirrored lipstick case. $10.00 from each sale is contributed to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

PINK RIBBON COLLECTION: Wear a pink ribbon. Make a difference. Imagine a world without breast cancer. Your purchase of any product from the Pink Ribbon Collection will help Estée Lauder donate $500,000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®. BCRF is dedicated to preventing breast cancer and finding a cure in our lifetime by funding clinical and translational research in North America. To learn more, call toll-free 1-866-FIND.A.CURE or visit http://www.bcrfcure.org/ Turn the world PINK and help save lives. To buy products visit your favorite fine makeup counter or http://www.esteelauder.com/

Conair Power of Pink Ceramic Straightener- Help Stamp out Breast Cancer

For Breast Cancer Awareness Month Conair is using it's power to empower YOU to help stamp out this terrible disease (and look and feel good as you're doing it). For every purchase you make of specific "The Power Of Pink" products from Conair, $1.00 is donated to the Breast Cancer Foundation up to a minimum of $100,000 to help find a cure in our lifetime by funding clinical and genetic research, worldwide.


Some of the pink-colored Conair "Power of Pink" product have special packaging to go with the girly, pink colored appliances within. For example, the Conair Power of Pink Ionic Styler, Power of Pink Personal Beauty Groomer, and the Conair Power Of Pink Instant Heat Rollers have breast cancer awareness tips called: "Guidelines for Optimum Breast Health" on the side of the package.

Every box has a special gold seal with the pink ribbon symbolizing Breast Cancer Awareness on it. A minimum of 85 cents of every dollar donated to the foundation goes directly to breast cancer research, The BCRF has given more than $175 million to scientists and researchers conducting innovative clinical and genetic research, worldwide.

If you're looking for a flat iron to get that sleek and shiny look throughout the holidays and beyond, or you want to give someone a special gift, consider the Power of Pink Ceramic Straightener Model #CS3B (srp. $19.99) Conair's flat irons and hair dryers are top-notch, and this pretty in pink flat iron is no exception. It is packed with features.

There are 1" ceramic plates that are the perfect all-around size to style most types and lengths of hair. The plates are technologically advanced to help prevent frizz and flyaways and add shine, while they glide through your hair. The plates also distribute heat evenly for silky smooth results that let you get the job done quickly with less heat directly applied to your hair. And, they heat up fast--in about 30 seconds. The uniform heat recovery system automatically restores plate temperatures to the optimum level for consistent styling results and...you have a choice of a whopping 30 heat setting, and dual voltage capability. A nice *black not pink swivel cord helps you move the flat iron around your head more easily and there's a cool tip and auto off for safety and a limited two year warranty.

For more information, visit http://www.conair-store.com/ and http://www.bcrfcure.org/ or call toll-free 1.866.FIND.A.CURE. TIP: while you are on the Conair Store site, you can submit a review for a chance at a $1,000 prize!

Thierry Mugler's Angel Branches Out A Magical Bodycare Collection

When Angel by Thierry Mugler was released in 1992, the revolutionary scent featured Chocolate, Vanilla, Caramel, Berries, Honey, and Bergamot with spicier base notes such as patchouli and sandalwood. The French designer's goal was to create a fragrance from his childhood memories: images and delicious smells wafting from fun fairs and children’s parties. Angel became a fragrance in a unique category: oriental gourmand. The bold scent is fairly significant and it lasts on your skin, hair and clothes for hours. It is one of those very distinctive fragrances that is so distinctive, you can immediate recognize it when it's on someone else.

Mugler followed with other variations of Angel, but the original is one of those modern classics that fans will never stop loving.



The designer has (finally!) just introduced Angel Les Parfum Corps for those who want to add different textures of the fragrance and layer it. The collection includes a shower gel, body exfoliant, body and hand cream, body lotion, body oil, hair mist and deodorant roll-on and spray. The collection is formulated to have the same intensity as the Angel Eau de Parfum, thanks to an exclusive, first-of-its-kind, patented technology called an "Intense Diffusion System," which reactivates the fragrance throughout the day (with changes in your body temperature, light, and even when your clothing rubs against your skin).



I didn't try all of the products in the line (they range from $25.00 for the hand cream and deodorant products, to $80.00 for the Perfuming Body Cream) but I did try three. The Perfuming Shower Gel $40.00 6.8 fl. oz. in a plastic bottle with silver spray diffuser top is an easy way to enjoy the scent. If you share a bathroom, don't be surprised if after you start using the Angel Perfuming Shower Gel, your family asks you to shower first because you will enjoy the blue gel that turns into a moisturizing foam on contact with water as it infuses your skin with Angel scent. But the perfumed steam you enjoy will linger for a while longer --enough for the next person to use the bathroom, to enjoy it! Follow with the equally great, Perfuming Body Oil $45.00 6.8 fl. oz. also in a plastic bottle with silver spray diffuser top. The oil is completely non-greasy, but it's quite moisturizing (especially if you apply it when you are still damp from a bath or shower). When you use this product to help deal with dry skin, it absorbs immediately, and all that's left is a lingering scent of ANGEL and softer, smoother skin. Add another layer of luxury, moisture and Angel scent with the Perfuming Body Cream $80.00 6.9 fl. oz. It comes in a gorgeous jar (description below) and a tiny, light blue plastic spatula to keep your hands clean, and germs out. The rich cream is really luxurious, a true treat for all of your senses that will banish dry skin in the most lovely way imaginable.





In truth, I liked these products even better than the actual Angel fragrance because you can apply them with a generous hand and not end up turning heads with too much of the scent. The scent does stick with you, but since it is spread over a wider and less concentrated area than when you apply a perfume, I think it is nicer. You want the scent to envelop you, not overwhelm everyone else.






One of the things I really love about the products is the stunning packaging. Some of the fragrance bottles can be refilled, saving the cost, and being eco-conscious. Each of the "Perfuming" products arrive in a silvery and "Angel" light blue, cardboard outer carton, and a photo of the product on the back. Inside, the safe-for-the-bath plastic bottles are also light blue with silver touches, in a modern, just-have-to-touch rendition of the iconic, Angel star-shaped bottle.


My favorite presentation is the Perfuming Body Cream. It arrives in a deco-inspired, light blue plastic jar infused with genuine silver sparkle. It also features a large "hubcab" domed top, and around the rim, a ring of plastic that looks like a shooting star. A final, designer touch is Thierry Mugler’s signature on the entire range of products, etched across a metallic curve. Another "first" is Mugler's commitment to authenticity. The new packaging boxes have a hologram that is so complicated it would be difficult to reproduce. This guarantees authenticity of the product from "knockoffs." Not only can it be identified by the consumer but it can be ‘read’ at point of sale using a special security scanner. Adding to the luxury element is the the Thierry Mugler Circle, launched by Theirry Mugler when he launched Angel. A small card slipped into each box (printed on the top of the outer packaging for the Perfuming products) invites the bearer to join the brand’s inner circle with access to new launches, to the designer’s virtual world, and to open communication with the brand and a blog dedicated to Angel fragrance fans.



It goes without saying that any of these products, including the Angel fragrance, makes a very special and romantic gift.





ANGEL Les Parfums Corps line now at Nordstrom and will be offered at all other stores, mid-October.

Save Your Skin and Help Stamp Out Breast Cancer - Estee Lauder Products, Produce Results

All month so far I've been highlighting products from various company who are dedicated to helping support Breast Cancer Research and Awarenss. Estee Lauder is donating over $500,000 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation from sales of it's pink ribbon producs, and it's affiliated companies are also donating money to that cause. I haven't posted a review of every single one of the products that are involved, but here are a bunch you'll want to take advantage of for yourself, or as great gifts for the holidays. If you have been thinking of purchasing some of these products, now is the best time. You will be helping others and the fight against breast cancer, too! You will find these at good cosmetics counters and online.

*most of these have been reviewed in the Advice Sisters What Works Beauty, Cosmetics & Fashion review columns in the past or in the current what works column!

Estee Lauder Perfectionsist CP+ Wrinkle Lifting Serum $80.00 (Estee Lauder will donate $500,000 in connection with sales of it's pink ribbon collection --products in a pink sleeve for Breast Cancer Awarenss Month-- to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation)

Darphin Predermine Wrinkle Corrective Serum ($205; $20 of each sale donated) http://www.darphin.com/

La Mer Creme de La Mer ($220-$1,350; $30,000 will be donated) http://www.lamer.com/

Lab Series Skincare for Men Daily Moisture Lotion ($37.50; $10,000 will be donated) http://www.labseries.com/

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion *comes with a really cute pink enamel breast cancer ribbon key chain, too! ( $35.00 $10 per bottle will be donated) http://www.clinique.com/

Prescriptives Super Line Preventor Xtreme Lifting Concentrate $38.00 and Super Line Preventor Xtreme $76.00 ($30,000 will be donated in connection with sales of these items) http://www.prescriptives.com/

Origns Peace of Mind On-The-Spot Relief $10.00 (Origins will donate $35,00 in connection with North American sales of this product). http://www.origins.com/

for more information visit www.bcfcure.org or call 1-866-FIND-A-CURE

Ojon Revitalizing Mist is a leave-in hair conditioner that detangles, refreshes and helps you with your style. ($26; 20% will be donated up to $35,000) at Nordstrom, Sephora, and Ultra stores

For more than 170 yearas, C.O. Bigelow has been making excellent skincare products. For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, C.O. Bigelow through Bath and Bodyworks has joined forces with breast cancer survivor and author, Marisa Acocella Marchetto (author of the graphic novel “Cancer Vixen: A True Story” ) to create a special, limited edition Cancer Vixen Collection $29.50. C.O. Bigelow will donate $250,000 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

The Cancer Vixen Collection features an eye-catching, hot pink cardboard "suitcase" with hot pink gross grain ribbon "handle." It's decorated with Acocella Marchetto's adorable, comic-book style illustrations, and the C.O. Bigelow products inside are all colored hot pink as well. The kit includes the Lemon Cream Body Wash 1.7 fl. oz, and a jar of Lemon Body Cream 1.7 oz (with 4.5% lemon oil extracts, these smell exactly like yummy lemon drops--honest!), a tingly, soothing, silky, pearly, minty Mentha Lip Tint in Pink Mint, an invigorating and reviving Mentha Foot - Tingling Foot Cream 2 fl. oz (with 2.25% peppermint oil and aloe, to keep your feet from feeling tired), and a tart and fruity smelling Dr. Hiosous Quince Hand Lotion 2 0z. -- all for $29.50!



This kit would be so perfect for someone you know who is a cancer survivor, or going through the healing process. It's also perfect for anyone who is a care-giver to a patient (care-givers need support and nurturing, too). Of course, the products are excellent "just because" and for travel. The hot-pink tubes and great scents, (not to mention the easily absorbed, moisturizing products) are simply fun to use for yourself.





*Tip: if you hurry to the Bath and Bodyworks web site there's a "buy one get one" going on now.

Can't get enough of this good stuff? You can purchase these products separately:

Mentha Lip Tint in Pink Mint $7.50 *this is one of my absolutely favorite lip balms/glosses in a slant tip squeeze tube. this product is the exact same thing as the Pink Mint colored lip tint BBW has always carried. Your lips