Our cash-saving tips and tricks (here's mine) will save you a pretty penny, so be sure to check out the story!
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33 Money-Saving Tips from Beauty Bloggers
Our cash-saving tips and tricks (here's mine) will save you a pretty penny, so be sure to check out the story!
I'm Featured In Philadelphia Magazine!
A few months ago, the lovely Lauren McCutcheon (Philadelphia Magazine's Lifestyle Editor) invited me to their offices to play around with some local makeup lines and share my thoughts. When I arrived, splayed out on a table was a veritable buffet of beauty products, from fabulous brands in my own backyard: Carie Brescia, Tenshi Beauty Bar, sh. cosmetics, and Tu by Claudia.
Many thanks to Philadelphia Magazine for including me!
PS - Did you know that I'm also a regular contributor to Philadelphia Magazine's online column, The Goods? Check out my latest beauty roundup, Five New Beauty Breakthroughs.
Winter Beauty Must Haves
Last week, I taped a TV segment at CVS with the lovely Lilliana Vazquez. Want to know which products I named as winter beauty must-haves? Watch and learn...
Spoiled Pretty Featured in Woman's World Magazine!
Seriously, though...I am beyond flattered that the magazine asked me to participate in their You Deserve The Best column, which features product picks from "in-the-know experts."
Women's World asked me to name the best candles, and they included a quote about one of my faves from Yankee Candle. Click the image above to read why I love it so.
Here are some other luminaries that love:
Shampure Soy Wax Candle by Aveda: It might be a stretch to call Aveda’s Shampure Candle the best-smelling candle of all time, considering that I've only been on this earth to judge for 32 years. But I'm going to give it that title anyway because I dare someone to find me one more wonderfully fragrant. Its calming aroma of 25 pure flower and plant essences, which reminds me of a trip to the spa, helps me to unwind at the end of the day. This candle smells so good, I want to petition Aveda to create a body wash, lotion, perfume and deodorant in the same scent (they already have a Shampure shampoo and conditioner). It’s that good!
Godiva Home Fragrance Collection: Last year, Godiva unveiled a new way for chocoholics, like me, to get their fix. The Godiva Home Fragrance Collection included five scented candles (Milk Chocolate Truffle, Raspberry Ganache, White Chocolate Magnolia, Peppermint Bark, Black Almond Truffle) of deep chocolate-colored wax infused with cocoa butter. Unfortunately, these mouth-watering candles were limited-edition and they don't really sell them anymore...not really sure why, considering they are AMAZING! Anyway, I recently did some Internet sleuthing and located some at bathandbodyworks.com (they just sold out there, but you can also purchase at Amazon.com). They make the perfect holiday gift, so I snatched up a few - and I'm giving them to the wonderful teachers at Westley's daycare to thank them for taking such great care of my baby.
Bougie Candle: I recently discovered Bougie Candle, a wonderful collection of seven candles made with all natural soy wax that is free of any genetically modified materials, dyes, herbicides or pesticides. And because they are scented with essential oils, the candles provide aromatherapeutic benefits. My favorite is Nurture, a blend of vanilla and ylang ylang that has calming properties.
Do you have a favorite candle? I'm always on the hunt to try new things, so share your faves in the comments section below.
I've Got The Goods
First up: hot beauty product recommendations for cold weather conditions.
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Spoiled Pretty Featured in NewBeauty Magazine!
Holiday Beauty Gift Picks on the NBC 10! Show - Plus a Giveaway
Members of the studio audience received a pair of the Bath & Body Works Lounge Shea Socks and nail polish from Zoya's Ultra Glitter winter collection. For faithful Spoiled Pretty readers, like you, I'm upping the beauty booty.
One lucky winner will receive: candles from the Godiva Home Fragrance Collection, Sephora Fragrance Samples for Him and Her, a Zoya Holiday Minicure Gift Set, Felix Rey Leopard Nylon Cosmetics Case (large), and Bath & Body Works shea socks!
To enter the giveaway, send an email to spoiledprettycontests@gmail.com. Be sure to include your full name and mailing address. The subject line should read "NBC 10 Holiday Beauty Giveaway." The contest ends at midnight (EST) on Monday, December 14th. One winner will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Tuesday, December 15th, I'll announce the winner's name. Please, only one entry per person; duplicate entries will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. and Canadian residents.
Good luck!
For more expert gift picks, check out Spoiled Pretty's 2009 Holiday Beauty Gift Guide!
NBC 10! Show Segment: Beauty Products You'll be Thankful For
This morning, I appeared on Philadelphia's NBC 10! Show, to share some of my favorite Thanksgiving/holiday themed beauty products:
Sara Happ Lip Scrub, $24
If you’re in dire need of a pucker-perfecting product, look no further than Sara Happ’s Lip Scrub. This sugar-based exfoliant acts like a lip loofah and leaves your pout kissably soft. The Lip Scrub comes in six lip-smacking flavors – three of which are perfect for this time of year: Brown Sugar, Cinnamon Sugar, and Vanilla Bean.
If you’re in dire need of a pucker-perfecting product, look no further than Sara Happ’s Lip Scrub. This sugar-based exfoliant acts like a lip loofah and leaves your pout kissably soft. The Lip Scrub comes in six lip-smacking flavors – three of which are perfect for this time of year: Brown Sugar, Cinnamon Sugar, and Vanilla Bean.
C.O. Bigelow Mentha Lip Cordials, $7.50
Treat your lips to delicious new flavors that'll remind you of your favorite winter drinks. C.O. Bigelow's Mentha Cordials combine the high shine and breath-freshening benefits of Mentha Lip Shine with a host of new seasonal flavors: Hot Buttered Rum, Triple Hot Chocolate, Warm Spiced Cider and Vanilla Cream Eggnog.
June Jacobs Perfect Pumpkin Peeling Enzyme Masque, $78
This deliciously spicy, skin purifying pumpkin enzyme masque is a natural, gentle enzyme "peel" designed for home use. Gently digests and exfoliates dead skin cells and impurities as it delivers pumpkin’s botanical repair benefits into the skin. Leaves the skin cleansed, detoxified and silky smooth. Age-fighting anti-oxidants and vitamin A protect and silken the skin. Roughness retreats and dryness disappears.
June Jacobs Creamy Cranberry Cleanser, $44
This hydrating creamy cleanser provides moisture and nourishment to the skin during the cleansing process with a bouquet of fresh cranberry. Active antioxidants and nourishing botanicals soothe and protect from moisture loss leaving the skin revitalized. Completely water-soluble emulsion, rinses off easily, leaving the skin refreshed.
Philosophy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath, $16
Philosophy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Shower Gel smells absolutely scrumptious. The ultra-rich formula cleanses skin and leaves it feeling soft and hydrated. Not only is the warm, gooey smell of pumpkin spice muffin appealing to the senses - according to scientific research, this aroma has been found to arouse men and women. It's a smell that's so irresistible, you'll lather, rinse, and definitely want to repeat.
Studio audience members received a gift bag that included a C.O. Bigelow Mentha Lip Cordial, and samples of the June Jacobs Pumpkin Peeling Enzyme Masque and Creamy Cranberry Cleanser...but I'm sweetening the deal for one lucky Spoiled Pretty reader. One of you will win ALL of the products!
To enter the giveaway, send an email to spoiledprettycontests@gmail.com. Be sure to include your full name and mailing address. The subject line should read "Thanksgiving Beauty Giveaway." The contest ends at midnight (EST) on Tuesday, November 17th. One winner will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Wednesday, November 18th, I'll announce the winner's name. Please, only one entry per person; duplicate entries will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. and Canadian residents.
Good luck!
Is Spoiled Pretty The Best Beauty Blog? You Decide!
Spoiled Pretty is a finalist for the HLMN's Best Beauty Blog! It would be a shame if the hours I spent writing my acceptance speech were in vain (kidding), so please show Spoiled Pretty some love and vote for me!Simply click this link, enter your email address (you can vote more than once if you have more than one email addy), and type 'Spoiled Pretty' in the box.
Thanks for the support!
I'm On Ideeli!
And while you're there, be sure to sign up for membership...it's free! And don't miss their Oscar de la Renta giveaway. One lucky winner a one-of-a-kind dress designed by the icon himself. Better yet, in addition to this original creation, the winner will receive a sketch of the dress, signed by the designer.
Philadelphia CBS 3: Behind The Blog With Spoiled Pretty
Many thanks to Nicole for this wonderful opportunity!
I'm Featured On All Lacquered Up!
If you're a nail phile, you really must visit (and bookmark) my girl Michelle's blog, All Lacquered Up...and not just because I'm featured in today's installment of her weekly column, What's On Your Nails.All Lacquered Up is the web's first (and best, by a landslide) nail focused beauty blog. Michelle's site serves as an outlet to share her intense love of color and all things nails. Regular features include nail trends, nail lacquer collection reviews and industry insider interviews.
Thanks for showing Spoiled Pretty some love, Michelle!
Going Green and Getting Gorge on the NBC 10! Show
Watch my latest NBC 10! Show appearance to hear about my favorite eco-friendly beauty buys!
For more video product reviews and tips, click here for Spoiled Pretty TV.
Spoiled Pretty Feature on mystyle.com
A few days ago, I was interviewed for mystyle.com, The Style Network's website. And yesterday, they posted the feature to their blog!
This type of feature story is typically reserved for celebrities, but mystyle recently decided to also profile fashion and beauty bloggers...and they started with ME!
The article is really engaging and complimentary...you should definitely check it out. Even if you visit me every day, you're guaranteed to learn something new. I even give some shout outs to products that haven't yet been reviewed on Spoiled Pretty - which makes this article a must read!
Many thanks to Sydne Summer for choosing me as a guinea pig, and for making me sound like I'm too cool for beauty school. Merci, Sydne!
Spoiled Pretty Featured in Russian Vogue!
Author: Daneen from Philadelphia
Specialty: Cosmetics
Updated: Every day
Why should you read it: Daneen tries out all the new products and writes how she likes them, how long makeup lasts and if you should spend money on a product. She gives recommendations: for example, a body moisturizer with pink champagne and shea butter from Jaqua or a collection of "wedding makeup" by Bobbi Brown. She tells her readers about an interesting skin care line Cate's Essentials created by SK-II for Cate Blanchett. And, by the way, Daneen also writes about men's makeup.
Watch Me On The NBC 10! Show
Today, I appeared on the NBC 10! Show. You all know that I could fill the entire hour gabbing about beauty products...but, alas, I only had five minutes. At the top of the show, I shared some of my favorite money-saving tips, which include:
* Whenever you buy online, do a Google search for promotional/coupon codes and free shipping deals. You'd be surprised by how a few minutes of investigative work can save you a pretty penny.
* Sign up for a free rewards card at your favorite beauty retailers. With Sephora's Beauty Insider Program, you accrue a point for every dollar you spend. When your 'beauty bank' hits 100 points, you can choose a deluxe sample. Plus, Sephora treats you to a deluxe beauty treat on your birthday. Stila Cosmetics just unveiled a similar program.
* Register your email with your favorite beauty brand or online retailers - to have news, coupons, and exclusive deals delivered to you inbox.
* My hairdresser is a longtime friend of the family, so we have a special arrangement. I bring in my own products and he gives me a discount. If you have a good relationship with your hairdresser, see if he/she would be amenable to a similar deal.
* Beauty schools offer salon services at discounted rates, so consider taking advantage of their menu of services.
A little later in the program, I returned with more tips and some fabulous budget beauty product recommendations!
For more video product reviews and tips, click here for Spoiled Pretty TV.
Watch Me On The NBC 10! Show Tomorrow
I am nervous as all get out. Tomorrow, I'll be appearing on the 10! Show, the NBC morning show in Philadelphia. Can you even believe?My topic is money-saving tips and bargain beauty picks. When it comes to beauty, I can make a dollar holla...so I am very excited to share my secrets with viewers. Don'y worry...I'll post tomorrow night and share with you too.
But if you're in the Philadelphia area, show your resident beauty blogger some love and tune into NBC 10 at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18th.
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