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The invisible finish to your face

September 1, 2010 11:13 am · Posted by oldergirlbeauty

Have you guys ever had something that worked so good, but you were all, "I don't know how it does it, it just does"? That's how I feel about "Mally Beauty Poreless Face Defender with Sponge" that I bought from QVC (*on easy-pay - YAY!).

This clear solid is your finishing touch to your makeup, instead of using a (translucent) face powder. You are supposed to use the sponge to pat it out of the package and tap it over your face to set your makeup, just as you would your face powder, only this will not show any visible settling in any of your fine lines and pores. In fact, it is supposed to give your face a matte/soft finish effect - which I think it does, to the point that it almost looks like cameramen think you are Cybil Shepard and are using a soft focus to shoot you (*man, was that not SO distracting on Moonlighting when they did that to her? And wasn't Bruce Willis a handsome devil back then, too - save for that BAD wig they had on him? I digress).

I gotta say, I was facinated by this product, but held off getting it because I just couldn't figure out how it worked. I still don't know exactly, but I do know that this is silcone based, so, if you are sensitive to silcone in your products, this isn't going to work for you. Here's my downside - because it's clear, I don't know exactly how much product I am getting on the sponge, or on my face. You do NOT want to smear the sponge in the pan because you will pull out too much product and waste it, that's for sure. Now, my girl, Gouldylox, uses a flat topped brush to apply this, which I have done a couple of times and works quite well, too. I think this is more of a trial and error, where less is more, even tho it really isn't that noticeable once it's applied any way - even in pictures. (*yes! no more powder flashes where your face is an entirely different color than your neck/chest!).

It looks like right now this is a QVC exclusive, and they have it for $36.48 (plus s/h). Keep an eye out, as Mally is on there quite frequently and you may be able to pick this up on easy-pay like I did.

Have you guys tried any of Mally's products? Or are you as big of a fangirl as I am? I swear, I was stupid giddy when I had a chance to spend time with her behind the scenes of the Marc Bouwer video shoot last year. Besides that, I really like a lot of her products. Win/Win!

Filed under: Review Tagged with: QVC, mally beauty, Mally, Poreless Face Defender
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In a rush for Mother's Day...

May 6, 2010 11:42 am · Posted by oldergirlbeauty

I'm not one you would call "a person who plans ahead". I may have a vague outline of what I want to do, but it never fully comes to fruition until, say....right when it needs to get done? Yeah, so gifting sometimes ends up the same way. Maybe, just maybe you are a little like me, so I thought I would give you some ideas that you can run out and grab and still look like you "planned" that gift to make your Momma feel special. I promise I won't tell her any different.

Oh, and just an FYI, these really are things I'm considering for my momma, based on what she likes. And, yes, I'm willing to pay the expedited shipping charges if I decide on one of the online products. The price of being a procrastinator. *sigh*

In a rush for Mother's Day...
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Filed under: Gift Ideas Tagged with: marc jacobs, Estee Lauder, Elizabeth Arden, alligator, candle, Laura Geller, Daisy, Compact, QVC, mally beauty, Red Door, daisy in the air, eye dream of italy
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Grate your shadow as you go

October 12, 2009 12:35 pm · Posted by oldergirlbeauty

I just saw a new Smashbox product for pre-order on QVC that looks kinda interesting.

Actually, it looks like what would be spawned if Smashbox's Halo Hydrating Perfecting Powder and the Reign Collection Eyeshadow Palette had babies. It is a shaver delivery system for a base color and a contour color, with a protective seal to prevent the shadows from mixing - the Halo Eyeshadow Hydrating Eye Shadow (w/ Brushes 3 & 10).

They say, "A hydrating eye shadow with effective anti-aging benefits. The formula contains hydrogel technology, which helps retain moisture in the skin." I can't say anything, as I haven't tried this, but I am intrigued by the whole "shave what you need" aspect. It's supposed to give you more of the lighter color for your lid and less for the darker crease color.  In addition, they are throwing in the two brushes you need for this affect for less than $40 (man, don't I sound just like Lisa Robertson? Oh wait, she always says "For less than $1 a day". Ha!)

 This is currently on QVC's site as Item #A92257, available for pre-order, as Advance Orders ship October 20th. It comes in 4 color combos and includes 2 brushes for $39.54 (plus shipping.)

Let me know if you try this out for yourself.

Filed under: makeup Tagged with: eyeshadow, smashbox, halo, QVC
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It puts the lotion on the skin....

December 4, 2008 2:26 pm · Posted by oldergirlbeauty
(...yeah, I am sure I will use that reference *waaay* too much). Anyway...

I ordered a coat from QVC, (double breasted wool peacoat, btw), and in the box was a 4oz bottle of Philosophy's Amazing Grace Perfumed Firming Body Emulsion, (hell of a name, eh?), which I *didn't* order. I looked on the site, and I can't even find any kit, etc., that even has this size bottle in it. So, I am going to consider this a deluxe sample GWP. Thanks, QVC.

Now, my problem is that I don't really care for the scent of Amazing Grace. Just too powdery for me. However, as it is winter and I do get the itchies, I am always on the lookout for a good lotion. If the scent goes away quickly, then I wouldn't mind using it, but if it lingers, then, meh.

But, I am also curious about this "firming" it claims. This size doesn't seem like I would really see any results from it in this amount of time to encourage me to purchase this again. So, I ask you - have any of you tried this and is it worth my time to use it, ignoring the smell? Tell me true...

Tagged with: Lotion, Philosophy, GWP, firming, QVC
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If the bathroom is a buzzin'...

November 24, 2008 8:48 am · Posted by oldergirlbeauty

..then I am prolly using my new Clarisonic cleansing brush. 

I decided that I was finally going to break down and get one of these when I saw it on QVC* for 5 easy payments of $39 for the $195 cost of the brush, the Kate Somerville Gentle Daily Wash, which I was already loving from my sample kit from earlier this year, 3 brushes and come Clarisonic cleansers. Besides, its the holiday season and I can return it up until January 31, 2009, which gives me plenty of time to decide if it's going to work out. Anyway, it came in the night before I left for NYC for 5 days and there was no. way. I was going to leave it here, just waiting to be tested out. So, into the suitcase with the whole box.

As soon as I got settled the first night I plugged that bad boy in for the "24 hour charge before first use" charge. Now, remember, I have pretty decent skin, save for blackheads in my t-zone, so that is really where I was hoping to make a difference. So, after I waited all that time (by, ya know, going around NYC and not staring at the blinking green light), I gave it its first run. Boy howdy, did that little devil feel oh so good. It really is a quick treat, with just 20 secs on the forehead, 20 secs on the t-zone and 10 secs each cheek, a quick rinse and that was that - smooth soft skin just like that. After a weeks worth of usage, my nose is starting to show a smoothness that wasn't there before and the chin is def looking clearer. That said, I am waiting for the inevitable bounce back of mess before it really stays clear, but so far so good.

*(If you stick around, you will see I have a grand affinity for QVC. They have some of the best beauty brands, so many great ez pays, special Q only products/treats and a great return policy if something doesn't work out - what's not to love?)
Tagged with: kate somerville, Clarisonic, QVC
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