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Kristen's Christmas Wish List
It's that time of year again that I get to write a list of goodies I have been eyeing in hopes my husband will actually read it and go get them for me! There's a lot to choose from and my mind goes crazy with all the options. Not only do I need a few things, but I want them, too! Here's my wish list... and hopefully I've been good this year.
La Prairie Retexturizing Booster ($160)
I was introduced to the La Prairie line earlier this year and have been continually impressed with their cosmetics and skin care. Yes, they are on the pricey side but if I find a product that will help my splotchy, large-pored skin, to me it is worth it. I received a few samples of the Retexturizing Booster and within a few days I saw a difference in my skin. This alpha and beta-hydroxy product works wonders on my oil production and gives a smooth, even look to my skin thanks to its non-irritating sloughing abilities. If you don't like traditional scrubs, but want to get rid of dead skin cells and get a smooth finish to your skin, this product is for you. And let me tell you, if the price turns you off, know that it lasts forever. The small sample packets lasted me well over a month because you only need a bit of this serum. Oh, and La Prairie typically has heavily fragranced products, but this one is fragrance-free. You can find this product at Neimanmarcus.com, or laprairie.com.
Laura Mercier Beauty Library ($120 for book set of 3)
What a cute set this is! Laura Mercier is getting back in the portability thing with the Beauty Library. It comes with three "books" with products for eyes, lips and cheeks each in a separate palette. The Eye Book comes with all you need to make beautiful eyes: the Eye Liner in Black Ebony (which is my FAVORITE product), then 8 eyeshadows to pretty much create any look you want. It even comes with a double-ended brush. The Lip Book comes with 8 gorgeous lip shades perfect for all skin tones and a lip brush. The Cheek Book comes with 4 face powders to highlight, bronze and color your face. You can purchase all three books as a set at $120, or you can buy the individual books for $35 for cheeks, $45 for eyes, or $40 for lips. You can find these products at lauramercier.com.
Urban Decay Urban Ammo Eye Palette ($34)
Leave it to Urban Decay to come out with the most chic and cutting edge stuff to just have fun with. This palette was designed to celebrate UD's 10th anniversary, so it houses the ten most popular, best-selling shades in the history of the company (however I don't see Midnight Cowboy... hmmm). This palette is adorned in black matte paper with skulls, animals and flowers, which is still even perfect for me at 30 years of age, or someone that is 20. Who can resist the signature shimmer and glitter that is Urban Decay? There is something for everyone in this palette, whether you are a funky, indie-type or you wear a suit from 8-5 and like to have fun on the weekends.
Dr. Brandt Skincare Laser In A Bottle Laser A-Peel ($100)
I've never tried Dr. Brandt's products, but I am thinking this peel set is where I'd like to start. It's a 3-step at-home peel set that claims to remove dead skin cells and just give you radiance, which is what peels are for. It comes with a prepping solution, peeling solution, and a soothing gel. I've had two peels in a spa that worked wonders for my skin, but you've got to keep doing it to show continued cumulative results, which to me sounds like too much of a commitment. I've heard great things about this line, so I may actually try it. You guys will be the first to know, so keep reading in the future!!
- Kristen
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Posted December 11, 2006
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