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July 6th, 2008

This Week’s Read in Splendicity

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

BEAUTY

Aging Fabulous tried out some anti-aging products from L’Oreal’s Skin Genesis Line. Stop by to see what they were and what she thought.

NY Spender pampers herself with two new products that won’t break the bank.

Beauty Bento Box tells us how important it is for us to give our bare legs a sleek, sexy and glowing look that’s perfect for this summer.

Beauty Secrets Revealed shares a Homemade Lip Plumper Recipe

See how Beauty and Fashion Tech made her own mineral makeup using a Bramble and Berry Mineral Makeup Kit complete with pictures and swatches!

Viva Woman takes a look at ingredients that can cause your skin to become more sun sensitive.

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog shows you how to create an orange, gold and teal eye look with Nars Cosmetics.

All That & a got a fresh new design and has a review of Not Just a Pretty Face, a book about the dangers in our makeup and skincare

Krizia from Beauty Match meets Candace Bushnell author of Sex and the City

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FASHION

Style…a work in progress proves that hope springs eternal…and finally gets her sticky little fingers on Heimstone’s Perfecto jacket…

Tops 2 Bottoms lets you in on the latest swimwear trend.

Would you wear a red wedding dress? Just A Formality features this gorgeous Justin Alexander Red Bridal Gown.

Kim atIndie Style File needs to be more graceful to be a ballerina, but at least can look like one with a tutu tank dress by ouma

Her Accessories wonders why we need camouflage Louis Vuitton? Pardon me, it’s called “Monogramouflage” - for the urban jungle perhaps?

Style Manila talks about a current styling project.

SHOPPING

CelebLOOK found some hot zebra print bikini’s that will have you looking as hot as Lisa Rinna in hers.

Enter to win this M Z Wallace handbag valued at $335 at Glamour Gift Guide.

Shoe Blitz features an assortment of Prada boots that are perfect for fall.

Shopalicious is pining over these to-die-for python heels — and they’re on sale!

ShopDiary says you can pre-order Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale Beauty Exclusives now before the sale officially begins on July 18.

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July 5th, 2008

Reminder: Artistry Raffle

I had waited for the other Artistry raffle winners to contact me until last Friday, 04 July 2008 (actually till I wrote this post) but only 6 out of the 12 winners did email me with their mailing info. Since it’s like half of the actual number of winners, the 6 people who emailed me will be getting two instead of just one. This way I can finally mail them all out!

I’ll do a separate drawing for the remaining prizes to figure out who gets which.

So, congratulations again to Apple, Nikki Tiu, Tara, Elizabeth, Nica, and Anya for winning! Thanks to all of you for participating!

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July 5th, 2008

Dove Get Fresh Photo Contest

Image: dovegofresh.com.au

DOVE Get Fresh!

First off, it’s important to note that this contest is only open to residents of Australia. However, I just found it really interesting (hence the feature!) cuz of the interface. Love the water thing-y. LOL. I reckon this contest captured my heart cuz I love photography. I also happen to love Dove products, too. Which reminds me, there’s a couple of products I’m planning to do a review on. Stay tune for that.

Anyway, qualified registrants are asked to submit photos that can fall under “cool”, “energise”, or “fresh touch”. Then viewers get to rate the photo. Well, mainly you heart it or you don’t. Hehe.

Fun contest, I must say. Even the $20,000.00 prize isn’t bad at all. LOL.

Go on and get freshed! Submit your photo today!

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July 2nd, 2008

Winners: Free Artistry Goodies

Finally. June is over. And we celebrate the start of the new month by announcing the winners of the Artistry raffle.

I collated all entries from across the blogs I ran the contest on: Tops2Bottoms.com, BeautyBentoBox.com, and StyleManila.com. I randomized the prize list then did the raffle draw, accordingly.

The number assignments per entry is based on the actual comment number seen on the comment URI. If you click on the numbers, it will bring you to the comment of the winner (one that appears at the top of the page) and you will see on the address bar, the number at the end (should you wish to verify if it is you).

Here are the winners with their corresponding prizes!

1. ARTISTRY™ Vanity Kit
# 62782

2. ARTISTRY™ Vanity Kit
# 8878

3. ARTISTRY™ Vanity Kit
# 8869

4. ARTISTRY™ Lip Colour Creme in Neutrale
# 8956

5. ARTISTRY™ Waterproof Mascara in Brown
# 8866

6. ARTISTRY™ Lip Colour Sheer in Sandrine
# 8980

7. ARTISTRY™ Vanity Kit
# 1359

8. ARTISTRY™ Vanity Kit
# 8957

9. ARTISTRY™ Vanity Bag with mirror
# 8987

10. ARTISTRY™ Light Reflective Lotion SPF 15, Blushing Radiance
# 1346

11. ARTISTRY™ Makeup brushes
# 9081

12. ARTISTRY™ Vanity Kit
# 1331

(Via Random.org)

Just shoot me an email using the email address you left on the comment entry (this is for verification purposes) with your complete name and mailing address so I can send you your prize. If I don’t hear from you by Friday, 4 July 2008 I’ll be forced to draw a new winner.

Thanks to everyone who participated and congratulations to the winners!

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July 1st, 2008

Reminder: Contest Closed

Just a quick note to let you guys know that the Artistry raffle is now closed. I’ve already began the process of the raffle. I believe, by the time you guys read this note, the raffle draw is already over and I already have the list of winners. However, I will release the list of winners with their corresponding prizes tomorrow, 2 July 2008.

I hope that all that participated will keep an eye out on the announcement of winners scheduled tomorrow.

Wish you all the best!

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June 30th, 2008

Contest Reminder: Free Artistry Goodies (Last Day)

Yes. Today’s the last day to enter the raffle.

Just a reminder that I’m raffling off Free Artistry Goodies here at Beauty Bento Box.

All you have to do is join the conversation on Makeup and Asian skin and you can get a chance to win one of the many prizes. Every comment is considered an entry so feel free to leave as many as you want. Make sure that your comment is not unrelated/spammy/repetitive/offensive and to use a valid email address.

There’s still time (a few more hours left) to join so please do!

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June 29th, 2008

This Week’s Read in Splendicity

From the Splendicity community, comes this week’s best in Beauty, Fashion and Shopping.

BEAUTY
The Fragrance Fanatic tells you some great ways to Wear Your Fragrance.

Aging Fabulous introduces us to Boots No7 Protect & Perfect Body Serum.

Beauty Banter asks celebrity makeup artists how to do a white eyelid right… must-have application tips and products for a fierce, summer white eye!

A Touch of Blusher looks at Dior’s fall 2008 makeup collection.

The Scented Life is excited to hear that Justin Timberlake will be the face of Givenchy’s new cologne, Play.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic finally finds a great concealer that will cover up her undereye area all day! It’s Tarte’s The Eraser!

Beautiful Makeup Search picks out some products from the Shu Uemura 25th Boutique Birthday collection.

Steeping Beauty Gets Smart with Peter Thomas Roth’s Un-Wrinkle Pressed Powder!

FASHION
Wardrobe Oxygen offers some suggestions to give a modern and youthful look to your makeup routine.

The Well-Heeled Society shows you a worthwhile shoe investment, available in a spectrum of colors from Ralph Lauren.

She Knows Best is glad to report that David Arquette has redeemed himself.

Style Tots is giving away a Tutu from Prissy Poofs.

Snarkstress marvels that the potentially future First Lady, Michelle Obama, is an off-the-rack shopper - and is creating quite a frenzy in the process.

The Fashionable Kiffen asks “Denim or Not?”

SHOPPING
Style It Less offers up an Under $100 Look with a belted tunic, jeans and a Christian Louboutin Pumps replica.

Teen Style Lounge invites you to get your cute on with this summery (and cheap!) sundress and accessories outfit from Forever 21.

Have a splendid weekend!

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June 26th, 2008

Michael Kors Leg Shine To Go

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Michael Kors
Leg Shine To Go

Glide Michael Kors Leg Shine along legs, knees, and ankles for a sleek, sexy shimmer that makes bare legs look healthy and glowing. Infused with the lush scent of Michael and packaged in a convenient “twist-up” canister, this easy-to-use, travel-sized product is also lightly tinted to even out imperfections.

These fabulous shades leave legs shimmering, sleek and chic - no sun required. Apply each shade individually, or for a custom glow all your own, blend them together for an unbelievably sexy look!

Notes: Dewy Freesia, Tamarind, Chinese Osmanthus, Incense, Fresh Tuberose, White Wings Peony, Blue Orris, Arum Lilies, Cashmere Woods, Musk, Vetiver Haiti.

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June 26th, 2008

Dick Page Summer Collection Kit, Shiseido

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Shiseido
Dick Page Summer Collection Kit

Refreshing as a summer shower, the look from Shiseido this season uses iridescence and light to play up features. Eyelids are glazed with luminosity, lips are vibrant, and cheeks are aglow with the light of summer.

The Shiseido Dick Page Summer Collection Kit brings you a selection of products to create Page’s sophisticated new summer makeup look. Brush on a skin-brightening bronzing powder for a healthy, sunkissed glow. Dab creamy, shimmering eyeshadow in gentle green and soft yellow hues on lids, and top with a clear base coat of mascara for a natural lash look. Slick on lipstick in a sparkling plum berry shade. Blotting papers round out this essential collection that keeps you looking cool on scorching summer days.

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June 25th, 2008

Special Gift from Fekkai for the first 500

Frédéric Fekkai Salon Glaze
Image: fekkai.com

Frédéric Fekkai
Salon Glaze

Frédéric Fekkai introduces Salon Glaze, a clear glossing and conditioning treatment that binds shine, recharges color and adds silky vibrancy for that fresh-from-the-salon shine at home.

This gentle, non-chemical at-home treatment brings out your natural hair color and highlights for the rich, vibrant color you crave. With a unique blend of conditioning and lightweight silicones, Salon Glaze lightly coats the cuticle to condition and add shine to the hair shaft without the heaviness or oiliness of traditional shine serums.

Suitable for all hair types, this breakthrough rinse-off formula is a great alternative to professional glazing services. (Source: fekkai.com

Yes, you can bring this beauty home and experience a salon shine for your hair any day, everyday. All you need to do is register over at the Fekkai website. The first 500 to successfully do that will receive a full size bottle of the Fekkai Salon Glaze. Awesome, yea?

Register at Fekkai.com now.

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