Sephora Scents

If you haven’t tried products from Sephora’s bath and body line, you really should. They are just scented enough and really good quality.

The two new scents offered this summer are Lime Blossom and Peach Blossom. The Lime Blossom smells more floral and the Peach Blossom smells just like fresh peaches. Peach especially is the scent of the season so if you’re having a hard time deciding, I’d go with that one.

Dermalogica Skin Hydrating Booster

Oh my goodness, even more than other Dermalogica products, I love the Skin Hydrating Booster. It is by far my fav Dermalogica product.

This is basically a serum and the great thing about it is that it actually moisturizes but it’s totally weightless! You can layer it with other products you’re using, and I use it before I put sunscreen on and it’s perfect because you can moisturize without putting too much stuff on your face.

If you happen into a place selling Dermalogica, definitely check out the Skin Hydrating Booster.

Victoria Secret Very Sexy Now

Today I cover a new summer scent.

This one is super-accessible and one that you will be able to find easily – it’s from Victoria Secret and it’s called Very Sexy Now.

I have the scent in a shimmering body oil, and though it’s super-fruity, I like it a lot. Top notes of green apple keep it super fresh instead of sickeningly sweet and that’s a must for the summer scent.

Clinique Long Last Glosswear

I alluded to a few new Clinique launches a while ago, and as promised individual reviews of products from the summer collection are what you can expect now.

Clinique now introduces Long Last Glosswear with spf 15. It’s a little sticky, it’s semi-sheer, and yes, it’s ultra long-lasting.

Even if you don’t normally frequent the Clinique counter, you have got to check out this gloss in Knockout Nude. It’s the perfect nude colour for the summer and will go with any makeup that you have. Of course, I loved mine so much that I lost it somewhere, but I’ve since replaced it for another and wear it all the time. It’s also very long lasting and is SPF 15 which is great for the summer!

Seriously, could we heart Benefit any more?

Here, we talk about Benefit a lot. As a matter of fact, they’re one of the top three brands we talk about most! But one can understand our reasoning; they consistently release fabulous products. Why, like these 3 right here…

Scene Queen ($38) is the most ingenious palette I’ve seen cross my vanity in some time! It’s one of two new palettes released by Benefit’s new makeup trend artists; Maggie and Annie, the twin founder’s daughters/nieces. (Side note, how lucky are these ladies? Can you imagine if your Mom invented Benefit?!)

Scene Queen is from The Annie Collection and is the warmer of the two palettes (cool toned gals, check out Sunday Funday, from the Maggie collection). How much do I love this palette? Let me count the ways…

1. Would you look at that mirror? It’s giant (3.25 x 4.75 inches). It props up so you can see into it a good angle. And best of all, it’s a great mirror. There’s nothing I hate more than a good palette with a cheap, fun house mirror. (Take a peek at the adorable packaging by London-based illustrator Nikki Farquharson too!)

2. It has a whopping eight items! Plus two double ended high-quality brushes and the cutest blush brush I’ve ever seen. Smokin’ Liner eyeliner, High Beam highlighter and Coralista blush are all pretty tiny. But the four shadows and the exclusive Juicy Coral lip gloss are nicely sized.

3. About those eye shadows, talk about perfect! The number of combos you can come up with is huge; smoky blue, smoky charcoal, a wash of champagne beige with a cat eye, a pop of bright blue in the corners of your eyes with a mess navy lid, to name just a few. There’s not a throwaway color included. I’m pretty sure if this palette were scientifically tested, it would be deemed the most perfectly chosen eye shadow combination ever!

So, have I convinced you yet? You need Scene Queen.

(a Picasso-esque look at a smoky blue eye, a neutral day look and that fabulous Juicy Coral lip gloss)

The POREfessional ($28) tackles one of skin’s biggest issues, pores! It’s a lightweight, translucent balm said to make them near invisible and leave you with baby smooth skin. Can be used under or over makeup. Love that this is oil-free! Pore challenged tester Sherri will be along in the comments to fill you in on the rest.

Tweezerman for Benefit tweezers ($30) are as cute as they are useful. If you don’t already own Tweezerman tweezers, you must not pluck your eyebrows. Or stray chin hairs. Or have ever had a splinter. Because these are the best tweezers on the planet, period. So, if you don’t own them, I suggest scooping these adorable ones up. These are the pointed slant tips (really good for the pesky hairs that are just breaking the surface, that you can feel and almost not even see.) They also offer a non pointed slant tip. Tyna will be echoing my statements in her comment, I’d bet on it!

Olay Age Transform Skin Tone Equalizer

This is another one of those self-tanners that is part moisturizer and I thought I’d post this review after hearing from a reader about trying an Olay self-tan product. This one is extremely light in feel and the colour building is gradual.

What I really liked about this Olay Age Transform Skin Tone Equalizer is that it’s sheer and it leaves a subtle shimmer on your skin. Your skin really does look glowing with this moisturizer and the tanning that occurs is a nice effect.

I think the thing with most Olay products is that they’re reliable and this moisturizer is as well. You won’t get too much tanning with this one, it’ll be just enough.

Aveeno Creamy Moisturizing Oil

You may read the title of this and wonder why I am still talking about a moisturizer. It’s now a little warmer outside and some of you may not even need one at all!

I bring your attention to Aveeno Creamy Moisturizing Oil because I think that it’s perfect for when the weather is a little warmer, but you still want something that can seal the moisture in.

The Creamy Moisturizing Oil has the texture of a light cream and provides sheer moisture. Because it’s so light, it absorbs really quickly and sinks right into the skin.

What I love about it is the ingredient list. Water is the first ingredient but following that is a ton of natural oils, from sesame seed to almond. I love that. It smells really good too and isn’t overly strong.

Think of this Aveeno product as a sheer moisturizer and don’t be scared to try it.