Time for more big savings at Old Navy: This time it’s a clearance sale, so you can expect to shave up to 75% Off of ON’s already-low prices. You can score great basic pieces, like this sexy gray wrap-front knit dress, for rock-bottom prices - try $6.99, down from $29.50!

Other great bargains:

• Classic-Rise Boot-Cut Cords, $14.99 (orig. $29.50)
• Corduroy Miniskirt, $5.99 (orig. $24.50)
• Ribbon Tank Dress, $14.99 (orig. $29.50)
• Striped Cardigan, $3.99 (orig. $17.50)

At those prices, you can afford to add a few pieces to your winter wardrobe and stock up for spring! This sale is online only, so click over and start shopping.

Tired of your standard, boring nails? Looking to spice things up for the new year? Inspired by this post from user susiisgr8 in the LatestBeauty forums, I set out to discover how to create the “dark color base/white color up at the cuticle area” nail look that she described, and here’s what I unearthed: The reverse French manicure! Like a traditional French mani, this look involves two-toned nails, but instead of a sheer neutral base color with opaque white tips, the reverse Frenchie has a dark base tone with a white (or light-colored) half moon near the cuticle. It may look complicated, but it’s surprisingly easy to recreate. Here’s a quick tutorial from Be Beautiful:

To get this look, start with a base coat, then paint two thin coats of a light color (this season preferably ivory), next apply a coat of black leaving a half moon shape of the lite color at the bottom (if you are doing this yourself it may be easier to turn your nails towards you for this last part). Finish with a top coat to keep your manicure durable all week.

If you’re having trouble making the half moon shape freehand, you can purchase adhesive nail guides from any drugstore or beauty supply. Voila! A saucy reverse French manicure. Are you excited to try this out?

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Gollygoodgracious I love these boots.  The fringe, the brass studs, the grey suede, the height of the heel.  Jeans, leggings, tights, dresses - all of my wardrobe is instantly cooler if I add these babies to my outfits.  And for $36.80,I can make these mine with a quickness.  Oh the good times we’re going to have together…

Go ahead, be honest, you won’t hurt my feelings:

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As Sarah Jessica brilliantly illustrated over the weekend, electric blue is the hue of the moment. Whether you punch up your outfit with blue accessories or make blue the center of your outfit, it’s hard to go wrong with this vibrant color. SJP looks blue-tiful in her blue velvet coat and blue pumps. I’ve been loving blue shoes - from booties to heels - and now I’m looking to work in a bright blue dress to my wardrobe. FabSugar noted today that “blue dresses are a cooler alternative to the LBD” and showed fashionable Katie, Marissa and Heather making it work, inspiring my hunt.

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Yawn…is it just me or is this new year starting at leisurely pace?  It seems like most people are easing into ‘09 slowly - the streets aren’t as busy, the blogs are slowly getting back into the swing of posting and the celeb world has gone into hibernation (no doubt resting up for the busy Golden Globe weekend ahead). While we crawl into this first official week of the year, I’d love to hear how you’ve been tackling this “new beginning.”  For me, I’ve started making myself hearty breakfasts in the morning.  According to Women’s Health, “Studies show that dieters who blow off food in the morning usually consume more calories throughout the day than breakfast eaters, so just about any AM meal is better than none” (1,2/09, pg. 88).  Now, I’ve always been a breakfast eater, but I am usually starving about an hour after eating.  So by upping my heartiness, meaning two eggs, a small bowl of oatmeal, a cup of juice and a fruit, I hope to start my eating day right.  This is all after I have an hour workout in the morning - 30 minutes of cardio, 30 minutes of weight training.  I’m trying to make ‘09 one of my healthiest.  I’m hoping to do that routine Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and then work in a yoga class on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  I started last Friday (my first day back to work) and today was day two.  Needless to say, it is hardly a routine yet, but I’m hoping that by putting my intentions out to you all I’ll be more inclined to stick to them.  Chime in with your new year routine and we’ll work together to make ‘09 a beautiful one!

According to this post from Jezebel, a recent poll of 2,000 British women found that their #1 must-have beauty product is none other than a humble tub of Vaseline. That means the colorless goo beat out tons of other, more luxurious products, from high-end lipsticks to vibrating mascaras. Of course, this led to a little personal soul-searching on my part: What are my beauty musts? I came up with a handful of favorites, and - surprise, surprise - most of them aren’t much more expensive than Vaseline!

My #1 pick for must-have product is the classic Blistex Medicated Lip Ointment. Truth be told, I get positively frantic without it. Blistex is great because it soaks right into your lips instead of just sitting on top of them like an ordinary lip balm, and it’s the perfect moisturizing base for any lipstick or gloss.

The silver medal would have to go to my reliable everyday cleanser, Neutrogena’s Transparent Facial Bar. Unlike many women, I actually prefer to use bar soaps on my face; I actually appreciate their drying qualities. But Neutrogena’s bar soap isn’t drying at all. Instead, it just leaves your face feeling clean and fresh, not tight and flaky. And the price - 3 bars for $6! - is a fantastic bonus.

Last but not least, let’s hear it once again for my favorite body lotion, Curel’s Natural Healing Moisturizing Lotion with Honey, Vanilla & Shea Butter Extracts. I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating: This is the only body moisturizer I use, and since discovering it, shaving rashes have become a thing of the past. It also smells great, absorbs quickly and makes my skin silky soft. Hurrah!

Those are my picks for affordable must-haves. Of course, there are other essentials that I think are more than worth the splurge, such as my Bare Minerals foundation, and all of the fancy perfumes that I love so dearly. When it comes to products, what are your beauty musts? Is your #1 go-to item high-end or a drugstore bargain? Tell me your faves!

Happy ‘09, everyone! I’m excited to be back to the world of Latest Beauty and I hope you all had a wonderful season!

I got a great gift from my mama this Christmas that is great for two reasons: 1. I love it and 2. It introduced me to a handbag designer I didn’t know before.

My new Elliott Lucca bag has quickly become a wardrobe staple and my go-to bag since I got it a week ago. It has traversed Baltimore, made the trek to NYC with me, and is sitting beside me now at LB headquarters in Los Angeles (my bag and I get around). The picture to the left is my bag, but in black. My actual gift is the most versatile boysenberry color, a deep, rich purple that looks nearly black but is still the perfect tone that it can be worn with brown accessories. I’ve never met a bag that complements all of my wardrobe choices and, now, here it sits.

Looking through the Elliott Lucca site, I realized I kind of love all of their bags. What is most impressive about the bag I have is the suppleness of the leather, the braided details of the straps and the pockets inside. I get nervous with an open topped bag (this has a drawstring and magnetic closure, but it is still open) because at any moment my cell phone, itouch, camera - basically any loose item - could get…loose. But the elastic on the pouches inside really hold everything tight. The crafting of this bag is quality and the rest of their bags are sure to be as well. They have a wide range of bag styles, from wristlets to hobos to clutches to crossbodies and more, and the designs are laid back yet polished. Just the look I love. And they are having a New Year’s sale of 20% - 50% off select items, so now is the time to fall in love.

As the minutes tick by and 2009 draws near, what says “celebration” more than news of another fabulous sale!? This time it’s Victoria’s Secret, holding one of their notorious Semi-Annual Sales. That means big savings across the board: Bras 25-50% Off, panties up to 60% Off, clothing up to 65% Off, sleep and lounge wear 25-50% Off…even shoes and boots are on sale. And don’t forget the hundreds of priced-to-move clearance items! Best of all, they’re even offering free shipping for online orders of $100 or more when you enter the code SHIP09 at checkout. Have fun browsing, and we’ll see you next year!

PRODUCT: CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain

CLAIMS: “The water-based colorants of Outlast Lipstain give lips a beautiful, lightweight flush of color that won’t come off, lasting for hours without the heavy look or feel of an ordinary lipstick. Its pen-like precision applicator makes it easy to define your lips - just draw on color without any hassle!”

RESULTS?

As you know, I was very excited to try this product, so I was delighted to stumble upon it in CVS last week. This is my first experience with this kind of marker-like lip stain, so I had high expectations, and guess what? I loved it! This product rules. It was everything I wanted it to be! I chose Plum Pout #425, a bright purple/red, and applied it as soon as I got home from the store. It was easy to apply, thanks to the “precision tip,” and it had a sweet, slightly fruity smell. Seven hours and several meals later, it was still there! It does fade slightly over time, but the color definitely remains as lovely as ever. I was also happy to find that it didn’t dry my lips out, and that I could add a bit of gloss or lip balm over the top without affecting the color or the staying power. I need to buy more shades, stat!

PROS: Actually lasts. Easy (and fun) to apply. Not drying. Can be used with other lip products, e.g. gloss.

CONS: Why didn’t I buy more than one color?!

FINAL WORD? This is the rare beauty product that actually delivers on all of its claims. If you’re looking for an affordable stain with real staying power, this is the ticket. Needless to say, I think this one is Worth your $$

It’s a little late for the holidays, but here’s the perfect gift for any technophile living in a colder climate: Dots Gloves! Known as "the iPhone Glove," Dots Gloves enable wearers to operate their touchscreens without freezing their digits off thanks to little dots made of nickel and brass stuck to the thumb and index finger of each glove. (Don’t worry, they won’t scratch your screen.)

Brilliant, no? Available in a lightweight acrylic knit ($15) and a super warm wool blend ($20), Dots Gloves are sadly sold out at the moment, but you can enter your e-mail in order to receive word when the gloves are back in stock.

Chanel is widely considered the height of elegance. Who doesn’t get a little excited by the sight of those intertwined C’s, whether they pop up on a handbag or a powder compact? Unfortunately, Chanel fashion has always been well beyond the realm of my budget, but their cosmetics line is another story. While I don’t buy it all the time, I do indulge in Chanel makeup on occasion, and I love to stay abreast of their latest creations. My new obsession comes from their Spring 2009 "Bohemian Fantasy" collection: The painfully chic, limited edition Satin Lip Cream compact.

This stunner, described on the website as "covetable, collectible, iconic," offers five creamy shades of Chanel lip color arranged in their signature double C’s inside of a sleek black compact for easy portability. The shades include a pale pink, a nude, a neutral rose, a glam red and a deep plum. Wear them alone or layer them for even more versatility. At $60, this compact isn’t cheap, but compared to other products with Chanel clout, it’s an absolute steal. Looking for a way to treat yourself? This could be just the ticket.

Welcome back, LatestBeauty lovers! Hope you all had a wonderful time celebrating the holidays, and that you’re looking forward to the New Year as much as I am. In the spirit of new beginnings, how about sprucing up your wardrobe without breaking the bank? Sounds good, right? Well, you’re in luck: Everyone’s favorite frugal fashion house, Forever 21, is having an online sale with savings of up to 50% Off their already low prices. Click here to check out the discounted items. Happy New Year, Happy Shopping and Happy Savings!

Here is my idea of a natural eye makeup look. Sorry I was trying to put some pictures on but somehow it would’nt insert them. Ugh..It took me forever to upload them! First put Benefit’s High Beam highlighter around the eyes. Now put some Vanilla Sugar eyeshadow on. Now put some gloLiquidEyeLiner on. Now curl your lashes with the Shu Uemura eyelash curler. Now put some ELF water and earth mascara on to the lashes. Now finally put a slick of Fresh Lipgloss Sugar on in Cherry. Bye! And Happy Holidays!

I’ve just found out this wonderful makeup brand…glominerals. I’m loving everything. I love their gloLiquid Eyeliner. I love their gloGlaze lip polish. I love it. Check out their website glominerals.com. I’m in love with them.

I’ve just looked on the Sephora blog, and, there was a blog about purple lips! These are the lip products they picked: Too Faced Lip Injection in Techno Tart, Dior Dior Addict High Shine Lipstick in Front Row Fig, and Carol’s Daughter Candy Paint Lip Gloss in Purple Reign. I’m gonna hit to the shops soon and buy one for sure. What do you think about Purple Lips?

I know either Meagan or MelissaP has already talked about the FitFlop, but I’m just going to talk to you a bit more about it. Fitflops are proven to work your bum muscles more. They have an effect on the toning muscles of your thighs. They make it easier to stay in shape. They have a range of loads of different colors. There are some new ones that I’m planning to get. I’ve already got some blue ones which I love to wear. If you have’nt already got a pair, get some Fitflops, “The Flip Flop with the gym built in.”

ELF are giving away beauty secrets on their website! Here’s the beauty secret of the week: Burning Scalp
“If your beautician is using bleach and it burns your scalp (or usually does), ask them to put one packet of the sweet stuff (Sweet n Low)in the mixture. No more burning and it does not affect the coloring!” Also ELF are letting you enter a competition to win a dinner in Hollywood with Bromance’s Brody Jenner! How exciting! Enter Now!

I just read this: http://www.kissandmakeup.tv/top_beauty_prod/. The kiss and Makeup Beauty Awards 2008: Lipbalm of the year is … Benetint Lipbalm SPF 15!! It says : “This is great because it feels wonderful on the lips and leaves a really rich cherry colour, perferct for protecting your lips from the wind, but still providing moisture and colour. And the packaging is retro-licious!” I certainly agree! Congrats to Benetint Lipbalm!

Hanukkah begins next week, and what better way to celebrate the Festival of Lights than with…lip gloss?!

Check out Not Soap, Radio’s adorable 8 Days of Luscious Lips Happy Hanukkah lip spa set. The set comes with 8 different pots of gloss and balm - one for each night of Hanukkah - to help you "scrub, moisturize, condition and gloss your way to happy, healthy, holiday lips." The 8 varieties include a cocoa butter lip balm, a vanilla mint balm, a brown sugar lip scrub and both matte and super shiny glosses. A great gift idea or a fun way to treat yourself! Happy Holidays!

P.S. If you’re wondering, yes, there is a 12 Days of Christmas set available too.

It’s always a sad day when Sephora decides to stop carrying a line, as they have with Vincent Longo cosmetics, but dry those eyes and take comfort in the markdowns: Sephora is currently offering 30% Off most of their Vincent Longo inventory! There’s no sales code required, so click on over and start shopping away. This beautiful Flower Shadow Collection, a set of four eyeshadow trios inspired by Mediterranean wildflowers, is a $96 value marked down to just $26.60! Check it out now before they disappear.

Courtney Cox was on the red carpet last night for the premiere of her new movie, Bedtime Stories.  She looked lovely but an awfully lot like Anne Hathway back in October at Letterman.  They are both wearing the same Marc Jacobs dress and styled their looks in very similar ways, with black opaque tights and a black sash to accentuate their waists.  Courtney opted for an open-toed heel with an ankle strap, a watch and a gold pendant necklace, while Anne went with a classic pump and no accessories  Those are the only differences I can see.  Well, and their bag choices are different but that has a lot to do with the events they are at - clutch versus handbag.  Both look lovely, I’m still a big fan of the dress and now enough about what I think.  What do you think?

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Have you started thinking about your New Year’s Resolutions yet?  Resolution time is sneaking up on us and chances are we will all make a very well-intended list that will be quickly abandoned - intentionally or not.  I like this idea from this month’s Self:

Create inspirations, not ultimatums, with these lists instead: 

"I’M PROUD OF…" Logging your 2008 achievements reminds you that you’re in control of your life.  You’ll be spurred to make more good stuff happen, says Nancy O’Reilly, Psy.D., a clinical psychologist in Springfield Missouri.

"I WON’T CRITICIZE MY…" Counteract your inner critic to tackle any endeavor with confidence and claim success.

"I CAN’T WAIT TO…" Pledge to partake of pleasures big (a weekend away?) and small (playing guitar?) for a happy 2009. - Melissa Daly 
(1/09, pg. 17) 

I kind of cringe at making resolutions but these actually sound like fun lists to make.  I think taking a moment to reflect on what I’m proud of will put into perspective the things I’m kicking myself about this year.  And it will make me stop criticizing myself for those things and take time to rectify them in ‘09. And I always like to have something to look forward to - trips, new hobbies - I’ve got a few things in mind that I want to make happen next year.  I’m mentally checking them off right now.

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If you are a fan of Rodarte like me, Melissa and Natalie, then you’ll enjoy the Q&A that the Style File Blog has today with Kate and Laura Mulleavy - the sister design team that is Rodarte.  They talk about their influences, what they had to sell to get their start and the secret of LA.  Among other things…

You’ve already seen Meagan’s picks for the beauty products she simply couldn’t live without this year - and now it’s my turn! With 2008 drawing to a close in just a little under two weeks (where does the time go?!), here are my personal selections for best beauty products of the year, in no particular order:

1. Bare Escentuals Bare Minerals SPF 15 Foundation. Ah, yes; it was a big day for Meagan and I when we finally got around to reviewing Bare Minerals. The powder foundation has become an everyday essential for both of us - it offers great coverage without feeling or looking heavy, and it doesn’t make me break out. Woo hoo!

2. Unusual nail colors. Okay, so I’m cheating a bit here, since I refuse to settle on one particular color that I liked above all others, but I think we can all agree that unique nail polish shades were hot this year. From the mushroom taupe of OPI’s You Don’t Know Jacques! to the muted gray-purples of Metro Chic and Parlez-Vous OPI? to the multifaceted platinum of Chanel’s Kaleidoscope, nails were anything but boring in ‘08.

3. Philosophy Flavored Lip Shine. I can’t vouch for all of the flavors, but I do know that I love my Pumpkin Spice Muffin! This gloss is shiny, non-sticky, and it tastes and smells really, really good. Plus, the Pumpkin Spice variety is like carrying a little bit of autumn in a tube.

4. Viktor & Rolf’s Flowerbomb. Like the lip shine, this was another beauty discovery that I made on my birthday, thanks to a very thoughtful gift. Flowerbomb has quickly become one of my favorite perfumes with its light, powdery floral scent. The bottle also looks very elegant on my perfume tray - always a plus!

5. Bath goodies from LUSH. Yes, this year I finally ventured into LUSH and tried out some of the tempting bath products that I’ve been dying to sample for ages. One of my favorites was the mysterious Witches Ball Bubble Bar, a solid bubble bath scented with rosemary, sage, peppermint, frankincense and myrrh and studded with star anise, cloves and cranberries. Sounds crazy, but LUSH bath bombs and bubble bars really make a bath an event.

6. Black lip gloss. Hear me out! I know that this mini-trend was almost unanimously rejected as being unwearably severe, and I admit that I cringe at the thought of shelling out big bucks for the black glosses by YSL or Lancome, but the 99 cents I spent on a tiny tube of Wet’N'Wild Fantasy Makers gloss around Halloween was well worth it. Layer black gloss on top of your favorite red lipstick for a luscious, wearable dark lip look. Trust me!

7. Curel Natural Healing Lotion with Honey, Vanilla and Shea Butter Extracts. This lotion is fabulous. It is basically the only thing I put on my body. The smell is slightly sweet and creamy, thanks to the honey and vanilla, but it’s not cloying at all, and even though it’s thick it absorbs right away. Best of all, I haven’t had any shaving rash whatsoever on my legs since I’ve been using this lotion - what was formerly a regular annoyance is now a thing of the past. Talk about a great drugstore find!

8. Olay Body Thermal Pedicure. Another great drugstore product, Olay’s Thermal Pedicure is an easy, wallet-friendly way to indulge your feet without splurging on a pedicure or spa visit. Just massage it on in the shower and it heats up and sloughs away dead skin, leaving your feet softer and more relaxed. Results are immediately noticeable, so all you instant gratification junkies should be satisfied.

9. L’Oreal HIP Color Rich Cream Eyeliner in Eggplant. This lovely liner offers one of the easiest, least intimidating ways of wearing one of the hottest colors of the year - purple - on your face. The deep color is almost black, but not quite, and the cream formula glides right on for easy application. Looks pretty and dramatic no matter the color of your eyes or the tone of your complexion. Perfect for parties.

10. John Frieda Brilliant Brunette Shampoo & Conditioner. It smells great, it makes my hair incomparably soft and manageable, and it really does bring out the "brilliance" of my natural brown. What’s not to love?

So there it is - my 2008 beauty breakdown. Agree/disagree? Have something of your own to share? Tell us your picks for the year’s best products!

Blame it on Elvis:  These blue suede shoes are on my must-have list.  I’m not usually one for teetering heels, but these have a cleverly disguised platform in the base which I have discovered makes all the difference when donning heels.  You need height but you really need support.  If the sole of the shoe has a platform then your foot is better supported, making wearing high heels and surviving the night much more plausible.   Wouldn’t the bright blue suede add just the right amount of pizazz to, well, pretty much any outfit? Jeans. Dresses. Any outfit.  They are such a bold color that they can pull themselves off as a neutral - subbing out any black pumps in my closet.  Not unlike the Sigerson Morrison blue booties that crept onto my must-have list a few months ago.  These beauties won’t ship until after the new year, so they are the perfect gift to give yourself once the holidays wind down.

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It’s Free Shipping Day!  Online retailers are encouraging customers to finish their holiday shopping onilne by providing them with free shipping - hence "Free Shipping Day."  Word up to that.  And some Latest Beauty favorites, like Sephora, Urban Outfitters and Target, are getting in on the free shipping action.  Along with a boatload of other retailers.  And your gifts are guaranteed to arrive by Christmas Eve. Perfect for the procrastinators out there (like me).  FreeShippingDay.com has an extensive alphabetical list of participating sites.  Now stop procrastinating and start shopping! 

Like many women I know, I have a huge girl crush on Kate Winslet. She’s absolutely gorgeous, a fantastic actress, and seems like she would be fun to hang out with - all winning qualities. And lately, she’s been looking even hotter than usual (if that’s possible!) thanks to her glowing, slightly sun-kissed complexion and a subtly lighter hair color. Her crowning Red Carpet Queen moment came this week, however, at the premiere of her new film, Revolutionary Road.

Oh, my. I love this look. She is literally flawless, from her head to her toes. All this glamour doesn’t come cheap, however; aching to duplicate Kate’s look? Here’s the lowdown:

• Dress: Balmain
• Shoes: Louboutin
• Diamonds: Fred Leighton

In other words, nothing on her body is even remotely in my price range. Care to bask in the glory of the close-up?

Thankfully, the makeup aspect is a bit more attainable. While I don’t know the exact products that were used on Kate, I’m sure you could achieve a similar effect with a sexy rose lip gloss, an illuminating primer and a good smoky eye palette. Beautiful! 

It has been a full year of beauty exploration and I have been lucky to find some products that I absolutely love. Here’s a Top Ten (in no particular order) of products that have stood out. Some have become part of my daily routine, some have become little treats to myself and all have become something I would highly recommend.

1. Fresh Soy Face Cleanser. If I haven’t raved about this enough, I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. This is such an effective cleanser that literally all you need is a dime-sized amount to take off a full face of makeup. And because you need so little, one bottle can last you at least four months. And it is so gentle on your skin that you can use it whenever you need to.

2. Bare Minerals Foundation and Concealer. Melissa and I discovered Bare Minerals together during an M-n-M Revue of their Beyond Basics set and I haven’t been able to live without it since. My skin looks so much more polished and beautiful when I use it and their Summer Bisque concealer is the only concealer I’ve found that can completely cover my burst capillary.

3. Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler. This was a recent discovery when I used it on set. My lashes were so curled after five seconds that they were touching my eyelid. If you need curl in your lashes, I haven’t found a better curler and I’m not sure if there is one.

4. Mani/Pedi Gift Certificates. Ok, so it’s not really a "product" and I rarely treat myself to a full mani/pedi, but when I do, I always remember how much I love them. And then I try to justify how to get one every week. The cost adds up quickly though, which is why I added "gift certificates" to the end of the description. It is a relatively inexpensive way to pamper yourself and your loved ones. A little luxury goes a long ways these days.

5. Dark Nail Polish. Whether it’s a do-it-yourself day or a trip to the nail salon, dark nails are still hot. And while black was all the rage, now it’s colors with a black base that are stealing the show. I absolutely love this trend - from O.P.I. to Laura Mercier to Chanel, you can find the prettiest shades of dark which somehow brightens my mood.

6. Tweezerman. These tweezers are really worth it - they have the perfect angle, perfect sharpness and perfect tweezability. They make maintaining my brows so much less of a hassle that I get oddly excited when I see a stray hair. I should calm the pluck down…

7. Neutrogena Advanced Solutions Facial Peel. I really liked this product from the first time I used it and now, after using it once a week for over a month, I can tell you that it really does work. My pores seem smaller and the fine lines around my eyes are less noticeable. My skin looks the best it has looked in quite some time.

8. Natural Instincts by Clairol. The second my hair starts to look a little lackluster or dull, I head to the store to pick up some Natural Instincts. I don’t think of it as dying my hair so much as it more like bringing my hair back to life. It adds vibrance and conditions my hair beautifully. And I have much better hair days after using it. And since it’s not permanent color I can really use it every six weeks or so to liven things up.

9. Fresh High Noon Bronzer. Another relatively new discovery of mine, this magically evens out my skin tone and makes using my Bare Minerals foundation unneccesary. It is perfect for when I’m going for a very casual makeup day, like on the weekends, or when I’m running late and only have time to smooth on some High Noon and go. I still have to use my Summer Bisque concealer on trouble spots, but this really cuts down on my "getting ready" time.

10. Vaseline Cocoa Butter Deep Conditioning Lotion. This moisturizes my skin brilliantly and leaves behind the most subtle yummy scent that even my sensitive nose can handle. I keep it in my shower so that it is slightly warmed and so that my skin is slightly damp when I apply it, which helps the lotion to seal in any and all moisture. An everyday staple.

So there you have it! I’d love to hear what your favorite products are - whether they are something you just discovered this year or you’ve been using them since you-can’t-even-remember-when. And if you love or loathe any of my Top Ten, I want to hear about that too!