Edit by Lauren » cosmetics

coral lips

lauren — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 17:27:40 +0000

If you’ve been a reader of our little blog here, you know how I feel about a bold lip. BUT I also know that some of you prefer something more subdued. A popular trend right now (and honestly, it’s a “new trend” every year around this trend) is coral lipstick. The reason that this shade is popular is because it’s a good transition color from late-winter to early spring. And once you’re rocking that summer tan, it’s even better. The orange undertones (UNDERTONES, ya’ll — I’m not asking you to wear orange lipstick.) seriously brightens the face, and I personally find it a very refreshing pop of color. Consider a few of the following options:

Tom Ford Private Blend Lip Color in True Coral, $45;

Elizabeth Arden Neoclassical Coral, $19.50;

Revlon Super Lustrous Kiss Me Coral, $7.99;

Happy Friday!

Callie

Add Holiday Sparkle With A Party Makeover!

lauren — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 12:00:10 +0000

AHHH! I consider a week out from Thanksgiving officially the holiday season!

If there is one thing this time of year brings it’s CELEBRATIONS!! Christmas and holiday parties are seemingly 24/7 this time of the year, and they are such a FUN opportunity to glam it up and really shine.

It’s with this thought in mind that I’m offering a fantastic seasonal special:

**Holiday Party Mini Makeover** what is this you ask? It’s a 30 minute make-up session where I’ll put the spark in your sparkle and a pep in your stiletto-ed step right before your party debut!

cost per session is $45

{small group (4+) mini makeovers available at discounted price}

Whether you’re hosting a soiree of your own, or going as a guest — make sure you look your absolute b-e-s-t. We’ll do it together!

can’t wait!

Callie

A Foundation {and Concealer} to LOVE

lauren — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:33:15 +0000

In recent months, I have become more and more convicted about what I am putting on my skin in terms of cosmetics and skin care products. After watching Dr. Oz’s episode on the “Top Three Dangers in Your Beauty Products,” back in February, I became even more convinced that I needed to change many my make-up and skin-care habits. Since then, I have been slowly transitioning my toiletries as I run out to natural, toxic-free, animal-free versions, primarily Arbonne products, since Arbonne is one of the few cosmetic companies I feel I can trust these days.

Arbonne launched a re-vamped, re-packaged, re-formulated cosmetics line this Spring that is fabulous and comparable to high-end makeup companies, such as Chanel. Among other products, I am absolutley loving the new Perfecting Liquid Foundation SPF 15 ($40). It’s a natural-looking foundation that evens out skin-tone instantly and actually allows your skin to breathe while wearing it! Most importantly, this foundation is free of animal-products and scary toxins. I know for a fact that not many foundations at all can make that claim!

Along with the foundation, I am quite obsessed with Arbonne’s new Creme Concealer, $22. It masks imperfections like zits, hyper-pigmentation and under-eye circles {all issues I fight on a daily basis!} in a jiffy. Plus, I’ve accidentally left this concealer in my car during 100+ degree temps multiple times this summer without it turning to mush!

My sweet friend, Lucy McBride, is an Arbonne Independent Consultant and is a wealth of knowledge about pure, safe skincare and make-up. Please don’t hesitate to contact her to with questions about the above products or any of Arbonne’s products or to place an order. Tell her “Edit by Lauren” referred you!

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

Lip Gloss Love

lauren — Tue, 25 May 2010 13:15:58 +0000

During warm-weather months, I am a lip-gloss fanatic! I’m so excited about a new lip gloss find that I just had to share! I am loving MAC’s new Superglass. In the words of MAC, the Superglass is “a lip gloss blended with small, medium and large pearls to create three distinct dimensions of jewel-like flash and overwhelming dazzle.” This gloss is not for the faint of heart! It is ultra-shiny and glittery and only takes a small amount to add super shine to those lips. I am wearing the shade called “Gift Wrap” (shown in color swatch below), which is the perfect coral shade for summer…not too orange and goes with pinks or coral tones. It looks great worn only for sheer color shine, or layered on top of another lipstick or richer colored lipgloss for a pop of shine.

Shade:: Gift Wrap

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

Mother’s Day gift ideas

lauren — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:00:03 +0000

Mother’s Day is just around the corner on Sunday, May 9th. Spoil your mama with one of these stylish gifts! She deserves it!

The Tory Burch Rattan Clutch ($275) is a sassy, beachy clutch that can be carried alone or used as a wallet in a larger bag. Free standard shipping on orders $200 or more on ToryBurch.com with code SHIP200.

Stella & Dot charm necklaces are an extremely personalized gift that mothers and grandmothers adore. Design your own customized gift to your budget and style preferences! ** I am currently offering 10% off Stella & Dot Mother’s Day orders of $100 or more placed before May 4, 2010. Email me at lauren@editbylauren.com if you would like to place an order. **

The Philosophy Amazing Grace Layering Collection ($50) is an amazingly clean, light and feminine scented set of deluxe body products. An added bonus is that you’ll receive a cosmetics bag filled with 5 travel-sized Philosophy products with any $50 Philosophy purchase from Nordstrom.

The New Madison Leather Hippie by Coach is a classy summer bag most any lady is sure to love.

For the mother who likes to keep lists or journal her thoughts, The Masterpiece of Nature Journal ($14), is beautifully illustrated both inside and out.

Arbonne’s brand new Advanced RE9 Firming Body Cream ($68) is a luxurious cream that really does work wonders to firm and tone…what woman doesn’t want that?! **My good friend, Lucy McBride, is an Arbonne consultant and a fabulous resource on skincare and cosmetics. Contact her at david_lucy@earthlink.net with questions or to place an order. Tell her I referred you!**

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

Michael Kors Newest Endeavor:: Make-up!

lauren — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 09:13:58 +0000

Michael Kors is one of my favorite designers, so I was thrilled to learn that he recently teamed up with Estee Lauder to design a new line of color cosmetics, due out in January. This make-up line will be a continuation of his “Very Hollywood” theme that began with his newly launched “Very Hollywood” Fragrance. The cosmetics will be more about achieving a “sporty glow” than about “heavy-makeup.” Low-key Hollywood glamour is what this 19-piece collection is all about, which just makes sense knowing the understated sophistication Michael Kors infuses in all he designs. Can’t wait to sample it come January!

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com