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For those suffering with dark under eye circles , there is hope. I have mentioned this product before but it definitely bears repeating. Lemon-Aid by Benefit is absolutely amazing at concealing dark circles under your eyes. It is like they disappear and leave your entire face looking brighter and younger.

I have seen women go from looking like they haven’t slept in weeks to looking like they just got back from a refreshing vacation in seconds.

So what is this product?Well they claim that “Benefit Lemon Aid is a miracle-working soft-yellow correcting cream that instantly hides redness and discoloration on your eyelids.” I am sure that this is true but I have also personally seen it work wonders when applied under the eyes. I tend to get skeptical when reviewers and the companies themselves tout a product as being a “miracle worker” but in this case they are right on the money.

I went looking for it at Ulta but apparently they don’t carry it or at least the Orlando store didn’t. I was told that you can find it at Sephora (shocker). So if you are sick of dark under eye circles definitely check this product out!

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Need to freshen up your makeup drawer? Here are a few cosmetic treats at great prices. Enjoy these cosmetic coupons:

Buy an Anastasia 5 piece brow kit and get a free brow fix pencil($19 value) at Beauty.com. While supplies last.

Spend $45 on Susan Posnick products and receive a free COLORCOATED mascarabrow gel ($24 value) at Beauty.com. While supplies last.

For every $35 Korres purchase, receive a free skincare kit filled with deluxe samples at Beauty.com. While supplies last.

Buy $75 of Ted Gibson and get a free Hairsheet Treatment ($35 value) at Beauty.com. While supplies last.

With every $50 Elizabeth Arden purchase, receive a free Prevage Eye Cream deluxe sample at Beauty.com. While supplies last.

Buy $50 in DuWop and receive a free Macchiato eyeshadow ($16 value) at Beauty.com. While supplies last.

Enjoy your new year with beauty and style! Use these cosmetic coupons and save.

Sincerely,

Caterina Christakos - founder of bargainshoppingdiva.com - we search and you save

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I just discovered a way to save big time when you shop at the Body Shop online.

1)On November 1, 2007 Click here: Free Shipping on orders over $60 (01-Nov-2007 - 29-Mar-2008 )

2)  Next click on the link at the top left  that says Love Your Body Rewards Club to join their rewards club. It is only $10 and you get to save 10% on all of your orders for an entire year! (All membership benefits are available in The Body Shop stores for one year and at thebodyshop.com.)

3) On November 8th come back and click here: November 8-11th: 20% off purchases for Love Your Body Members plus Free Shipping on orders over $60.

So let’s take a good look at this offer.

1) You sign up and save 10% off all of your purchases for a year and then because you clicked on the link above, you get an additional 20% off from November 8th through the 11th. And to top it all off you get free shipping.

This is a win win win situation. Don’t you just love saving money while looking fabulous?

Have fun ladies!

Caterina Christakos - founder of stillagirl.com - a positive place for women and girls

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We all like to try new hair styles, makeup and fashion trends but how do you know what will actually look good on  your without spending a fortune? Well now there is a way to see exactly what looks good on you before you buy. There is a new site that lets you upload your photo and try out different hairstyle and makeup styles online before you buy. I love companies that think ahead and give us real solutions.

If you want to try a beauty makeover before you spend a fortune give this site a shot: Try thousands of hairstyles, makeup colors & accessories on your own photo!

Take the free trial first to sample some of their amazing makeover features and then sign up for their subscription service which gives you even more styles to choose from. I love the feature that allows you to upload your photo( upload a photo of yourself with your hair pulled back, if possible). You can then choose from dozens of celebrities to see how their hair style and color would look on your face. This is great especially if you are thinking of trying a different hair color. You want to make sure it works with your skin tone first before doing something drastic.

Let me know what you think.

Sincerely,

Caterina Christakos - founder of stillagirl.com - a positive place for women and girls

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If you’re looking for beauty reviews for skin treatments, look no further. Did you know that your skin is considered the largest organ in your body? Well, then it makes sense that the skin is the most important part of your beauty care regiment. Your skin acts like a canvas for any other makeup or cosmetic products you put on it. Unfortunately, the rest of the products you apply daily can have a negative affect on the condition of your skin. Bare Escentuals RareMinerals™ Skin Revival Treatment Clear is an allover cure for all skin types. It was rated a top product on Sephora in 2006.

I like it because it contains over 72 different minerals and vitamins and tightens up fine lines, revives the color balance in your face, and clears up redness caused by acne or rosacea. You’ll pay about $60 for the Rare Minerals. Is it worth it? Well, you need to decide what smooth skin is worth to you. I honestly think this is one of those beauty treatments that contributes to your overall health and wellness.

Rare Minerals is available in different hues that can help the tone of your face come together for flawlessness when you aren’t wearing makeup as well. Like I said, it’s approved for all skin types and has stood up to even the most sensitive skin types. The beauty treatment is also very simple. Just apply to your face at night before bed and it works magic ‘till morning! Finally, makeup that you can sleep in guilt free!

Sincerely,

Caterina Christakos - founder of stillagirl.com - a positive place for women and girls

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Here is a quick step by step guide to applying your undereye concealer:

1) Apply the concealer in three dots in the crease below your eye

2) Take one finger and pat those three dots in until they are blended well - never rub!

That is it. Your shadows should dissapear.

Sincerely, Caterina Christakos - founder of stillagirl.com - a positive place for women and girls

P.S. If your eyes are puffy, apply a spoon that has been in your refridgerator for about 15 minutes. Do this before you apply our concealer. This should reduce puffiness in about 5 minutes.

 Beauty cases are necessary to keep all your makeup products organized and available. If you are traveling, the beauty case I prefer is the Sephora Midnight Tool Box. This beauty case is very spacious on the inside, but very compact in appearance on the outside.

I know if most women are like me, which I think they are, no one wants to look like they are hauling a truck load of stuff. (I’d rather the world doesn’t know this beauty isn’t completely from nature!) Other beauty reviews suggest the same thing when it comes to carrying essentials. Compact is best. This case is sold for around $35 and is one of the cheaper versions of beauty cases that Sephora sells. For the price, the design and the convenience it gives makes it a great buy.

There are other similar products with much better features; but they also vary in prices- mostly higher than the midnight tool box. Either way, if you go to Sephora, you can look at the midnight tool box and the site will always provide similar items so you can comparison shop within the site.

My suggestion is if you need a way to organize your makeup, view the beauty cases online. These beauty cases can help you find makeup easily at home and travel easily with all of it too. They give you many options for organization and help you maintain a fashionable appearance. Remember girls, part of being a wholly together person involves a little attractive organization.

Sincerely,

Caterina Christakos - founder of stillagirl.com - a positive place for women and girls

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You know that I review alot of skin care products and makeup products but I also believe that beauty starts from the inside out. You may be eating healthier now but what about all the times that you, like most of us, ate junk? That stuff is probably still in your system.

I went to a colon specialist a few years back and the pictures she showed me of what many people have built up in their systems left me a bit nauseous.

Many people believe that a body detox is a good way to get rid of the toxins that collect in our bodies. Body Detox with Dual Action Cleanse is one system that we recommend to help rid your body of build up.

I have used detox kits before and always feel so much lighter and healthier afterwards. You just have to follow directions carefully. Don’t exert yourself too much, especially the first day or two. And remember, while you are detoxing, avoid those foods that you know are not good for you.

Remember to include good nutrition to your beauty regime. It will make all the difference in the world.

Sincerely,

Caterina Christakos - founder of stillagirl.com - a positive place for women and girls

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When you are shopping around for anti aging cosmetics, what are some things that you look for? Do you want a foundation that does double duty by tightening your skin or reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while it provides coverage? Or perhaps you want something that will give your skin a youthful glow. Whatever the case, there are a lot of products out there and many claim to make you look younger in one way or another.

Some are true in their claims while others are just full of hype. So how do you choose and know that you are getting the real deal and not a bunch of hype? Because I’m going to tell you about some of the best anti aging cosmetics out there.

Benefit has several really cool products out there. The first one that I want to introduce you to is Benefit Cosmetics Firmology Toning & Smoothing Serum 1.7 oz. It is formulated for the face and neck areas and it firms, tones, smoothes and revitalizes your complexion. It leaves your skin with a radiant, youthful glow that is silky to the touch. This serum is oil free and very lightweight, but the really cool thing about it is the luminous light reflecting pigment. It literally makes you have a healthy, dewy glow! Now you can have radiant skin without having to put on a bunch of makeup! This could very well become your “makeupless makeup.”

This might not fall under the anti aging category, but it is a must have all the same. And if you are starting to show some signs of age, you really can not do without this little gem. I am talking about the Benefit Cosmetics Eye Bright. This is a little pink pencil and it will brighten your eyes, making you look younger and more rested in no time. All you have to do is dab a little at the inner corner of your eyes and blend. If you have dark circles, you can blend a little under your eyes as well. For a little more pick me up, smudge a little just under the brow for a quickie eye lift. Carry it with you for touch ups. In fact, you will probably want to get one for your makeup bag and one for your desk at work. This is one quick, great way to look fresh and young and you don’t want to do without it.

If you are looking to get a pretty pout, well, then pucker up for Benefit Cosmetics Lipscription. You get two barrel action with this system. One tube buffs away the dry skin from your lips by using AHA and jojoba enriched scrubbing beads. The other tube provides a layer of moisture that is rich and hydrating. This system will leave your lips smooth, plump and oh, so kissable!

As skin ages it becomes drier. When your skin is dry, most makeup looks caked on and you can see every single line and wrinkle. Well, Benefit Cosmetics You Rebel 1.7 oz, a tinted moisturizer that will give you a moisturized complexion coverage that is smooth and has an SPF of 15. If you have dry skin, this is really the way to go. This stuff will give you coverage with the moisture that your skin so desperately needs.

Now, I would not necessarily put this little product in the anti aging category, but it is so darn cool I just had to mention it here! BeneFit Benetint, is a cheek and lip stain. It gives you a healthy flush of color that is sheer and radiant. They claim that when you use it as a lip tint that it is kiss proof. Hmmm, it sure would be fun to test that claim! All you have to do is dab a little on your skin or lips (make sure that they are well moisturized) and blend it with your fingertips. Then you have a healthy, youthful glow!

Now, to finish your face, I want to tell you about this wonderful eye shadow by Benefit. Their Creaseless Cream Shadow/Liner is blendable and comes in beautiful shades. But they don’t crease. This is good news for those looking for anti aging products for two reasons. One, the cream shadow gives a softer, more natural look and is kinder to the eye that may be starting to get a few lines or wrinkles. Two, the shadow is creaseless so it won’t pack into fine lines, making them look more like crevices.

So, now you have the youthful, age defying face, brought to you by Benefit!

I just love it when a company provides products that are so good that you can almost do all of your shopping with them. Don’t you?

Sincerely,

Caterina Christakos - founder of stillagirl.com - a positive place for women and girls