Beauty List: February 2015

Valentine’s Day is an ode to three of my favorite things Aphrodite, Greek goddess of love and beauty, all things pink, and thoughtful presents – be it chocolate, roses, or a nice piece of jewelry. Whether you’re treating yourself to a few things this month, or expecting them from a certain someone, here’s a list of the five most luxurious beauty buys I’m currently eyeing. It’s safe to say that you’ll love these beautiful things long after February concludes.

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1. Beauty Blender Sponge.

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This is a cult beauty tool, as necessary as the eyelash curler. The little sponge helps you blend your makeup so you are streak- and crease-free. Since it’s pink, I thought there’d be no better time to suggest it than this month.

2. Herbivore Botanicals, Valentine’s Set.

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Eco-beauty spa in a box. Chocolate, pink clay, and jasmine face oil – what else could you want?

3. DuWop, Seashell Compact.

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Beautiful blush duos in a kick-ass package. I’d carry this compact around in my purse just because.

4. Histoires de Parfums, 1804 George Sand

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One of my greatest pet peeves is people thinking their fashion designer perfume is high quality. It is not. Dolce & Gabbana are not famous perfumers, they are clothing designers, and should stick to just that. Do yourself a favor this Valentine’s day and invest in a high quality, synthetic-free fragrance. I love the Histoires de Parfums line because they are inspired by historical characters such as George Sand and Mata Hari and smell amazing without inducing a headache. (A more robust line up of great perfumes is to come later this month).

5. Diptyque Paris, Rich Butter for the Body.

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I’ve tried a lot of body moisturizers and this is by far my favorite. It has an otherworldly floral scent, goes on like butter, and has you feeling baby soft afterwards.

Beauty List: January 2014

  1. Winter Skincare Must-Have: Aromatherapy Associates, Polishing Body Brush, $23.00

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If you moisturize and moisturize and still have dry, flaky skin, it might be because you haven’t yet incorporated a polishing dry brush into your beauty routine. Use one of these brushes all over your body (pre-shower) for revitalized skin. Not only will one of these brushes remove dead skin cells, but it even reduces cellulite and in-grown hairs. With continued use, dry brushing boosts circulation and aids the lymphatic system.

  1. Train Like an Angel: Ballet Beautiful, Custom Workout, $39.99/month

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Fulfill your fitness goals in the New Year by committing to a monthly subscription of customized workouts from Ballet Beautiful. Ballet Beautiful videos are my go-to for a workout that is intensely toning, and done from the comfort of my own home. Mary Helen Bowers, founder of Ballet Beautiful, is a former New York City Ballet dancer and trains the Victoria’s Secret Angels (along with other A-list celebs) with this body-blasting system. If that’s not motivating enough to try, I don’t know what is. Check back in with DFW Beauty Guide tomorrow for a full interview with Mary Helen.

  1. Multitasking Product: NARS, ‘Eye-Opening Act – The Multiple’ Stick’, $39.00

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Like to keep your makeup routine simple? Me too. This NARS product is brand-new this month and is already a must-have for those who like a natural look. Apply this multi-purpose product to your face with your fingertips for a highlighting, and subtly shimmery effect. Use it for allover color, contours, and accents.

  1. Go Local: GEM Juice, 3-Day Cleanse, $155.00

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January is the universal month to refresh and reboot. Kick-start your health with a 3-day juice cleanse with GEM Juice Bar in Preston Center. If a full cleanse isn’t your thing, committing to one fruit or vegetable juice a day to balance out the holiday-season-toxin-consumption surely won’t hurt!

  1. Daily Dose of Luxury: Beauty Counter, Lustro Face Oil 2 – Jasmine, $64.00

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It’s important to baby your skin during the winter months – the cold outside, and the central heat inside are sure to do a number on those with dry and sensitive skin. Beef up your skincare routine for the next few months with an extra layer of moisture underneath your current cream moisturizer. I love this face oil from Beauty Counter, it absorbs quickly and packs a punch with rosehip and sea buckthorn.

Written for DFW Beauty Guide

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