Dole's Frozen Banana's

Good Morning Beauties,

I wanted to share some non-beauty news with you guys.   The last few months I have gained about 10 lbs so now I'm trying to lose some weight.  I'm not doing any special diet, just eating less and exercising more.  Last week I discovered these banana dippers in the freezer section of my grocery store.  These are delicious!!!  Its bananas covered in dark chocolate.  You get 4 bananas in each pouch.  They have about 120 calories and if you follow weight watchers its about 1 point.  A great way to satisfy a chocolate/sweet craving.

They also have frozen strawberries but I haven't found them yet.  I can't wait to try them.

Let me know if you guys have tried them or if you have any good tips for me.

Have a great day!

xoxo,

Gina

Hard Candy Top Ten Eye Shadow Palette in Naturally Gorgeous

Hi Everyone,

As you guys know, I have been on the hunt for the new Rimmel eye shadow.  This past weekend I went to a different Walmart in hopes of finding it.  No luck for the Rimmel, but I did see a palette from Hard Candy that looked gorgeous.  I figure for $6.00 why not try it.  I was very disappointed once I got home and open the package.  There was barely any pigmentation in any of the colors.  They were also very chalky.  I still wanted to give it a shot though, so I decided to wear to work that night.  I used a primer first and it still didn't do much to help.   Not only was I not happy the way it looked, but it wore off in about 4 to 5 hours. 

All in all, I wouldn't recommend this palette.  Even though the colors are truly beautiful.  There are so many more drugstore eye shadows that work so much better.  A great example is any of the wet and wild palettes. 

In other non related beauty news,

• It has been really warm here in Massachusetts the past couple of days.  By warm, I mean in the 50s but for January I will take it.
• Did you guys watch the Golden Globes?  I usually just watch the red carpet.  My favorite this year was Kate Mara. I loved her gown.  Least favorite was Julia Roberts.  I just expect so much more from her.  She is beautiful A-list celebrity that could choose any designer she wants.

Have a great day!

xoxo,

Gina

St IVes Timeless Skin Collagen Elastin Moisturizer

Hi Everyone,

As you guys know, I have very dry skin.  I can't tell you how many different types of moisturize I have tried.  I read quite a few reviews on this St Ives moisturizer and I decided to give it a shot.  For $5.99 I couldn't really go wrong.  I was in for a terrific surprise.  This is hands down one of the best moisturizers I have tried.  My skin felt so smooth after using this.  I usually use it at night before I go to sleep.  You got quite a good size tub for the price. 

I only have two negative things to say about this product.  One is the fact that it doesn't contain any SPF.  This is why I usually use it at night.  However, if you are going to be taking pictures this would work because it doesn't have SPF.  The second thing is I wish it came in a pump so it would be easier and less mess to use.

All in all I recommend this product for anyone who has dry skin. 

Have a great day!

xoxo,

Gina

What's a good Face Primer

Good Morning,

I have yet to find my holy grail face primer.  This weekend, I'm going to Sephora, Ulta and the drugstores.  Do you guys have any suggestions for me.  I have vey dry skin.  I'm open to all suggestions either high end or drugstore.

Let me know what works for you.

Have a great day!

xoxo,

Gina

Wish List Wednesday

Good Morning Beauties,

I can't even begin to tell you guys how many different eye shadows I own.  However, a couple of weeks ago, Tati from GlamLifeGuru did a hot or not on the new Rimmel products.  She showed one of the new scandalous eye shadows called chestnut taupe.  This color looked gorgeous.  Needless to say, I have been to almost every CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreen's, Target and Walmart in Massachusetts and New Hampshire looking for this.  I wish I could show you guys a picture but that will have to wait until I find it.  Wish me luck.  Let me know if you have tried it and what you think.

Also, I strongly suggest checking out Tati's youtube channel.  www.youtube/user/GlamLifeGuru.com
She does amazing reviews and tutorials. 

xoxo,

Gina

Tip of the day

I usually have dry skin and lips but when its winter, they are even drier.  Here is a little tip for chapped lips, make sure whatever you use contains vitamin E.  This will help soften your lips.  Does anyone have any other tips for dry skin?

Have a great day!

xoxo,

Gina

7 Deadl Sins of Beauty Tag

Good Morning,

I hope everyone had a great weekend.  I found this tag awhile ago and I figured I would give it a shot.

1. Greed- What is your most expensive beauty item?, This is a tough one, I would probably have to say my Chole perfume.  It was pretty expensive for such a small bottle.

2. Wrath- What product do you have a love/hate relationship with? This one is easy, false eyelashes.  I love the way they look but I hate putting them on.

3. Gluttony- What is your most delicious beauty item? Chanel Perfection Lumiere foundation.  This smells so good.

4. Sloth- What product do you neglect due to laziness? It's not so much a product, but my eyebrows.  I hate to pluck them so I will wait and have them waxed;.

5. Pride- What product gives you the most self confidence? That would have to be foundation.  I hate my freckles so I am always trying to cover them up,

6. Lust- What attributes do you find most attractive in men? It would have to be a sense of humor.

7. Envy- What item would like to receive as a gift?  Any of the Tom Ford quads. I want to try them so bad.

I would love to hear your answers.  Have a fantastic week!

xoxo,
Gina

Diorshow Mascara vs Maybelline the Falsies

Good Morning beauties,

First off I apologize for the pictures.  I just got a new camera but haven't quite figured out how to use it.  However, I wanted to at least show you some pictures to go with this review.  Mascara and foundations are two things that I'm always on the hunt for.  I have yet to find a holy grail for either.  The first picture I'm wearing Maybelline The Falsies and in the second picture I'm wearing Diorshow by Dior.  I have to be honest I like the Falsies so much better.  Which kind of pisses me off because I paid 4x more money for the Dior.  I went to work and asked a bunch of people which eye looked better and each and everyone of them said the Falsies.  I didn't use an eyelash curler for either eye. 

I also want to mention that I just taken off all my other makeup and just worked all night so pardon my appearance. 

I hope you all have a great day.  We just got about a foot of snow here.  So if you live in New England or a dealing with bad weather, stay warm and safe.

xoxo,
Gina

Philosophy Microdelivery mini peel pads

Good Morning,

A couple of weeks ago I bought these microdelivery mini peel pads from Sephora.  They cost around $30 and comes with 60 pads.  I must admit that I love these little pads.  I use them before I start my makeup.  I clean my face then I use these.  They are little pads that you wipe all over your face and it exfoliates.  They are very smooth and smell terrific.  I then put my primer on and proceed to do my makeup.  I have extremely dry skin and these have helped my makeup go on a lot smoother.  I also use them when I'm doing makeup on my clients.  Let me know if you guys have tried these and what you think.

Have a great day!

xoxo,
Gina

Bobbi Brown's Top Ten Lifestyle Tips

Happy New Year!  I wanted to share with you guys some life tips from one of my favorite makeup artist, Bobbi Brown.  I have read all her books and they are a must read for anyone who loves makeup!  I hope you guys enjoy and have the best year.

xoxo,

Gina

1.  Always be on time.
2.  Look people in the eye.
3.  Tell the truth.
4.  Don't smoke.
5.  Drink lots of water.
6.  Exercise
7.  Eat healthy.
8.  Read.
9.  Be nice.
10. NEVER GIVE UP!