Wednesday, November 17, 2010

NYX Cosmetics -- Where to find them in Chicago



So as I've mentioned before, I'm a huge fan of NYX Cosmetics. They carry soooo many eye shadows, lipsticks, blushes, liners, glosses, etc. that are great dupes for MAC and higher end cosmetics. Sometimes NYX is even better than those higher end brands and at a fraction of the cost!! I don't know about you, but for this budgeting mama of two, that's like hitting the lottery!! Lol

Some of you may have heard of NYX but have not seen it carried in stores.  Yes, this is a brand that plays hard to get. Sometimes I happen to find it in a random beauty supply store, many times I find it in Ulta stores (none of which are in convenient locations for me), and if I really want something specific, I get it online at cherryculture.com

Below I have put together a cute little list of places where my Chicago ladies can find NYX Cosmetics in the city and surrounding areas. I'll update as I come across new places to find this gem of a brand. Enjoy! 


Sunday, November 14, 2010

HauteLook Urban Decay Sale

Photo: Courtesy of prcouture.com

So have you gals discovered Hautelook.com yet? It's an awesome site that offers top designer brands of clothing, makeup, accesories, furniture, etc at wayyyy discounted prices for a limited time only. While Hautelook is not the only site that operates like this, they are definitely my fave. 
Photo: Courtesy of Treehugger.com

Right now I'm thinking about the Urban Decay sale starting tomorrow at 10AM (Central Time). Usually, when this popular makeup brand goes on sale at Hautelook, it is for up to 75% off!  

Saturday, November 13, 2010

Cherry Culture Mini Haul!!!



A few days ago I got a much anticipated order from CherryCulture.com. I had been itching to try a few things that I'd been eyeing over the last several weeks and when that 20% off promotional code came on Halloween weekend, I jumped on it. 

Frenzy for Lanvin at H&M



Photos: Courtesy of fashionologie.com
I'm not ashamed to admit it. I had nooo idea what Lanvin was until Lenore stole Tanya's Lanvin sweater on the last season of Hung. Apparently this French fashion line is the absolute ish, because people are going currrazy over their upcoming line at H&M.
I for one LOVE H&M and am really excited to see what's going to go down November 20th when they launch. The looks pictured above are BIZZONKERS!! Check out the rest of the ad campaign and price listing here:

Lanvin is even going to carry a line of cosmetics for the first time through H&M! I'm geeked!
Photo: Courtesy of fashionologie.com


Friday, November 12, 2010

My Fave Conditioner...For Now

Photo: Courtesy of  HerbalEssences.com

I'm like a finicky dater with my conditioners. Last month, I was all about Nature's Gate Hemp conditioner. I see the month of November is gonna be allllll about Herbal Essence's Long Term Relationship. HE Hello Hydration was my lover for about 3 months or so and I loved it. But soon I began to get bored. It wasn't Hello Hydration...it was me. I ran in the total opposite direction even though I heard great things about Long Term Relationship. (wow what a coincidence with that name, eh? lol)
I used and abused my Nature's Gate, emptying the bottle that I happened upon at Whole Foods. One day I was strolling Target as usual and my eye caught this familiar looking bottle. That very first night, I wined and dined the curvy red bottle and prepared to co-wash my kinky curls with it for the very first time. And OH BOY!!! This stuff is rocking my world right now!!!
My hair combed through with minimal effort. It's super soft, defined, and even sorta stretchy!!
I think I'm in love!!


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