Lancome at Macy's Gift With Purchase

This weekend I scored the Lancome gift with purchase available at Macy's. With only a $35 purchase, you get a wealth of high quality products.  I scored 2oz of Lancome body wash, 2oz of clarifying cleanser, Advanced Genifique concentrate, night lifting and firming cream, mascara, lipstick, and a cosmetic bag, all free.  For my purchase, I went with a basic high quality black eyeliner and a shimmery gold (technically burnt sand) eye shadow.  The splurge on these two products was totally worth it.  They are both staples that will last a long time and are great for every day wear, and are made that much sweeter by the high quality freebies that accompany them.

I have great memories of Lancome, dating back to a childhood trip to New York City to visit my Grandma. My grandma was getting a few products and had them do my makeup and then offered to buy everything they used for me.  Even at that age, I knew that was too generous, but we settled on the lip gloss and I was thrilled.

Visit your local Macy's soon if you're interested.  For the makeup option, they were out of both blushes and one lipstick (good thing I liked the neutral one better anyway!).  Supplies are genuinely limited.

Bargain Beauty Products from e.l.f.

A great source for inexpensive cosmetics is e.l.f. (eyes lips face). Their prices are amazing.  Sure, I have a number of tried and true products that I continue to buy from pricier places, but for basics or trying something different, this is a great place to go.  Some of my favorites from there are:

 

e.l.f. studio angled foundation brush

 

 

This is a good classic foundation brush, and priced at $3.  I always go with the studio collection as opposed to their regular brushes.  They are more durable, and a little more expensive, if you can even call $3 expensive:)

 

e.l.f. studio tone correcting powder

This is a new find from my last order.  It's great to  use as a finishing touch on top of your makeup or to keep in your bag in the warmer months for a quick fix if you feel like you might get the dreaded shiny look.  It is also priced at $3.

 

Right now in honor of New York Fashion Week, with every $30 purchase you get the special catwalk collection set (a $30 value) included for free with the code CATWALK. 

 

 

Valid through 9/9. 

 

Set includes: Beauty School Essential 6 Piece Brush Set
Studio High Definition Powder in Translucent
Studio Pout Perfecter
Studio Makeup Remover Pen
Studio Makeup Mist and Set
Studio HD Blush in Diva
Essential Travel Mirror
Essential Shine Eraser

 

There is also free shipping automatically with all orders $35 or more. 

Happy shopping!



Beauty Deal for DC Ladies

Blow dry only hair salons have become a new craze.  It's not an expense I can justify on a regular basis, but I purchased a deal voucher a little while back for Blowout Bar DC in Foggy Bottom/West End.  A few weeks ago, I decided to use the certificate before my friend's bridal shower that I was hosting.  I am smitten!  The location was convenient and close to the metro.  The salon was simple but had an overall pleasant relaxing atmosphere.  There were plenty of magazines to read, and I enjoyed a class of peach champagne (included!) which was a great treat.  Most importantly, they did an amazing job on my hair.  My stylist was fast, but great, and delivered exactly what I wanted.  The results were so good that the bride actually asked me after the shower where I went so she could go to get her hair done there before her engagement pictures (I just saw a selection of them, and she - and her hair - look amazing).  At $35, their normal price is slightly better than their competitor, drybar, and I personally got better results than I did on my visit there.

Given all of this, I was thrilled to see another deal offer come out for Blowout Bar, this time through The Capitol Deal. A blowout voucher is available for $20 and you can buy up to two for yourself and up to two for friends.  Click here for the direct link. 

This is a great special treat before a big night out or even just a nice pick me up.  The salon is new, which is likely why they're running the deals now, so I'm stocking up now.  Check them out and let me know what you think!