Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Black Friday Haul 2014

Hello

Here is my final video for 2014, and it is my Black Friday/ Cyber Monday haul video.
I purchased from just a few companies this year, but I hope you enjoy the video.
Thanks for watching and for your continued support.
PJD



 

Monday, December 22, 2014

How To Winterize Your Nails




The picture above is my awkward attempt at showing you freshly winterized nails. :-) I've been super busy the past three months and when that happens, my nails generally suffer. During that time,  I rarely found a moment to apply a clear coat of polish, which was evident by my dull peeling nails. Whenever I need to transition into the winter season or when my nails simply need a little love, I turn to my winterized nail  routine. 

First take a look at my dry nails, if you enlarge the picture you will see the visible ridges  and dehydrated appearance of my nails. 

Clearly these nails are in desperate need of repair. 

Step 1
I love to start by removing my excess cuticles. Although I have not blogged about this yet, my favorite cuticle remover is now  Vanish by Julep. Unlike other cuticle removers, I've noticed that you you can actually remove your cuticles immediately following application. However, it's recommended that you allow the product to remain on your cuticles for 30 second before attempting to remove the excess cuticles. The dropper applicator allows you to control the amount of product that is dispensed on each nail.
Vanish is priced at $16.00.

 I use the angled side of my trusty orange wood stick to remove the unwanted cuticles.  The pointy side of the wooden stick is then used to clean any unsightly remains from under my nails.

Step 2
Although the instructions that accompany Vanish, suggest that you wash your hands with soap and water after removing your cuticles. Before washing my hands I buff my nail bed just a bit with my Julep buffer, which I received in a Julep Maven box.

 Step 3
I now turn to my glass nail file to shape my nails. I also use my nail clipper to clean up any additional areas that may need attention.  The objective is to first address all of the steps in my nail care routine that would result in additional nail debris on the surface of my nails.

After shaping my nails properly, I am ready for the soaking process.

Step 4

Since it's difficult to separate our nails from the rest of our hands, I like to incorporate a step that will also cater to my entire hand. I take a bowl of warm water and I add in oils, pieces of a bath melt and a special milk based therapeutic spa treatment.


I break off a chunk of this paraben free bath melt which will soften the skin surrounding my nails as well as the rest of the skin on my hands.
I generally submerge both hands in the solution and soak my hands for 5-10 minutes.

 Next, I typically turn to a mild scrub which I use on my hands to further smooth out my skin.

 After completing this part of the process, I always see a drastic improvement in the appearance of my nails.


Step 5
If necessary I use a buffer to add a bit more shine and luster to my transformed nails.

Step 6

Now it's time to paint. I like to start with my $18.00 Oxygen Smoothing Base Coat by  Julep. This particular base coat is designed to smooth out any ridges that you may have on your nails. It's supposed to lay a smooth foundation before you apply your nail color.
Let's take a look at my nails after one application of this base coat.

 After two coats:

Step 7

I am ready to add a little color. Today, I applied Dahlia by Julep, which always reminds me of a shimmery version of curry powder. You can click here to shop this and other Julep nail polish  colors.


I used two coats of Dhalia.

Step 8

 I seal the entire process with a coat of the Julep Freedom Top Coat. Although I have never held my nails up to a light bulb to test out Julep's claim that the Freedom top coat can give you gel like results, I do know that when allowed to dry under normal conditions, it leaves my nails super shiny.


After my nails have dried completely, I like to add a little lotion to my hands to finalize the entire process.

Here is a final look at some of my most important pieces of the puzzle.


So do tell, how do you winterize your nails?
Thanks for reading!!!
PJD

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Black Friday Get This Not That 2014 (5 Videos) & BF Sales List (ongoing)


Hello All



Part 1


Part 2


Part 3


Part 4


Part 5


Sales you can check out online:
Hair
Zuresh  click on the "special offers" tab on the site to see the packages that are on sale. I think package #2 is a nice deal.

Alikay Naturals 40% off everything on 11/28
Carol's Daughter 30% off any order 30 or more use code HOLIDAY30 40% off any order of $50 or more use code HOLIDAY40. This deal starts now and  ends 11/30/14
Bel Nouvo you must sign up for the mailing list to receive the code.
Darcy's Botanical 25% off using the code THANKYOU
Karen's Body Beautiful 30% off  if you have a minimum purchase of $50 use the codehairlove if you purchase KBB items from a Target store you can get a $5 Target gift card if you have a $50 minimum. You will have to email your receipt to holiday@karensbodybeautiful.com from now through Dec 2nd. 
Soultanicals 35%  (on Saturday) to 40%  (Black Friday) off  &  free goodies will be thrown in on some orders. I didn't see a code for Soultanicals
Curl Junkie 25% off from Nov. 27th through the 28th at 5pm use the code THANKS2014
Oyin Handmade 25% off and free shipping from Black Friday through Cyber Monday the code is #BLACKFRIDAY (include the hash tag symbol)
My Honey Child 50% off your entire order, 8oz products ONLY use the code MYHC 
She Scent It 30% off use the code givethanks14 excludes trail sizes.
JaneCarter Solutions 40% off of select items - sale begins 11/28/14 at 12 am.
Beja Flor Naturals 25% off and free shipping on orders $75+ use the code BFNHOLIDAY from Nov. 24th- Dec. 1
Camille Rose Naturals 25% off Nov 29th only, use the code CRNBLACKFRIDAY
Karen's Body Beautiful 30%  off on Black Friday using the code BLACKFRIDAY

Brown Butter Beauty 25% off using the code BLACKFRIDAY you can shop here on the ETSY site or on the website here.
Curls (Frizz Free Curls) 50% off using the code BLACKCURLSROCK for Black Friday
Earth's Nectar 30% off use the code Earth30 on Black Friday.
Entwine Couture will have different sales Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Please click the link to visit the site for details.
Thank God I'm Natural (TGIN) all full size hair products on same for $9.99 use the code TGIBF
DooBop.com (they sell hair, makeup and skin care items.) 30% off your entire order of $40+ with the code BLACKFRIDAY (this weekend only).
Makeup
Becca Cosmetics 20% off if you spend $50+ use the code GOLD20 this code is valid starting today 11/27/14
OCC 20% off everything from Black Friday through Cyber Monday (no code provided)
Stila will sell select duos for $15 use the code BLACKFRIDAY


Skin Care

Scentsational Soaps and Skincare Winter Wonderland get free shipping if you spend $100.
100 % Pure they are selling mystery bags at different price levels and you can get free shipping with the code PURESHIP
Jurlique 50% off select skin care sets.
Origins Spend $35+ and use the code THANKS to get free shipping and a free day and night moisturizer.
Farmhouse Fresh 25% off using the code FRIDAY
Nails

Zoya Select sets are only $20 + free shipping if you use the code DREAMS
Butter London save 30% off your entire order using the code MISTLETOE and 50% off their
LAST ORDERS" items use the code HOLLYclick here for the 50% off items) now until Dec st at midnight.



Clothing & Shoes


H & M select items are marked down as low as 70% 
Ann Taylor 40% off full priced items and 50% off sales items use code SHOPANN for a limited time get 50% off your entire order using the code THANKS
The Limited 50% off of everything plus free shipping, use the code THANKS
Puma extra 30% off all overs and an additional 30% on all sale items, the code is  BLACKFRIDAY
JJIll 25% off entire order and free shipping on orders $100 and more, the code is FS1126
Old Navy Up to 50% off in stores and online starting on Thursday.
The Gap Factory everything in the store will be 50%-70% off through Sunday. Take an extra 20% off your purchase of 75$ or more from Thursday to 11/28/14 at 7:59 AM
New York and Co 50% to 80% off items in stores and online. In stores, the first 100 customers will receive a mystery gift card (no code)
Aerosoles 25% off everything now through Cyber Monday (no code required)
Eddie Bauer Up to 50% off everything online (no code needed )


Misc.


Godiva Choclates 50% off select items, the sale starts Thursday at 12pm. Click here to see the items reduced in price.
Barnes & Noble take 30% off one item on 11/28/14, the code is BFriday14 (the Nook is excluded from this offer)
The Body Shop will give you a free tote filled with products valued at $125 if you spend $30.
Puritain's Pride (buy 1 get two free on select items and other great deals)

Friday, October 31, 2014

WNTW (What's New This Week) Earth's Nectar, Ojon, Maybelline and More

Hello

In this video check out my new favorite drugstore conditioner. I will also show you a few makeup and hair goodies from Ojon, Maybelline and Earth's Nectar.
Thanks for watching.
PJD





Thursday, October 23, 2014

Scentsational Soaps and Skincare review

Hello All
As I promised in my last post, here is my full review on all of the Scentsational items that I received.
If you have any comment, please leave them below.
Thanks for watching.
PJD


Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Scentsational Soaps Review



Greetings

 For me, there is no comparison between natural soaps packed with great ingredients, and their skin drying chemically laden counterparts found on most store shelves.  So when granted the opportunity to try out some of the natural and organic soap offerings from Scentsational Soaps and Skincare, I leaped at the offer.  Pictured throughout this post you will see all of the soaps that I received, including the sample bars. So let's get to it and break down my thoughts on these soaps.
(Pictured above is the top view of the Royal Jelly Lemon Drop soap pictured at the start of this post).


Scent and Lather:
The scents of these soaps are well matched with the actual name of each bar. I started by smelling a sample bar (not pictured) of the Honeyed Pumpkin Almond soap, which smelled too good to be true. It literally smelled like honey and almonds, emphasis on the almond scent. Of all of the soaps that I tried, one of my favorite scents was the "Royal Jelly Lemon Drop" soap pictured above, it smells like a light lemongrass scent. The fragrance was amplified while I was lathering up in the steamy bathroom. After getting out of the shower I could literally smell it in the air. However, it wasn't clear to me that the scent remained on my skin after I toweled off.  I proceeded to give my skin a quick sniff and  yup, the scent of lemongrass had remained. While the scent isn't long lasting, it smells good while it lasts. The Chocolate Honey Decadence soap smells like a hot cocoa with a dash of peanut butter.
 If I wanted anything else in terms of the scent, it would be increased intensity and longevity so that I could detect it on my skin for a longer period of time without having to physically put my arm to my nose. To be fair, it could also be that I simply became so immersed in the scent that it was difficult to determine the source from which the scent emanated.

(Picture above is a decorative swirly design on the top of the Chocolate Honey Decadence Soap)
Ingredients

Although the specific ingredients differ from soap to soap, they all have natural and organic ingredients. You can click on and enlarge the picture of the back of the soap packaging (at the end of this post) to read the ingredient list for yourself. You will find a host of oils, honey and in the case of the Chocolate Honey Decadence soap, cocoa butter.

Price & Sizes:
The soaps range in price from $2.00 for the 1 oz sample  soaps to $8.00 for the "smooth shaving soap". The majority of the soaps are 4 oz and are sold for $7.80. This is a typical price for a single bar of soap in the natural soap arena.

Results
Upon contact the soap seemed to soften my skin. It was such a pleasure using these soaps because it didn't dry my skin out and it continued to feel soft after I toweled off.  I suppose all of the oils in the soap help to lock in the moisture from the water....I'm guessing here but it sounds possible, so I am going to roll with it.

Longevity
The full sized soaps both lasted roughly 1 week and 4 days. I haven't used a unnatural soap bar in years so I have no recollection of how long those bars use to last. I should also note that the 1 week 4 day period covered multiple daily 20 minute showers. My shower duration was subject to change based on my mood, but on average I had 20 minute sessions. If any of you still use store bought soaps please let me know how long one bar lasts for you.

Final Recommendation
Try them ALL, you may even want to start with the sampler soaps as shown below. You can even buy the soap stacker, for $6.00, which comes with 4 sample soaps. Purchasing the stacker will help you to determine the scents that are most pleasing to you if you are hesitant to purchase the large size.

(The soaps directly above this text were a part of my soap stacker, minus the Honey Orange Blossom bar which I had already used before taking this picture.). Please check my preview to the review video and you will see all of the soaps before I began using  the sample soaps. Click here
(If you enlarge this picture you will see the ingredients of the Chocolate Honey Decadence soap.)

Have you tried anything from Scentsational Soaps and Skincare?
I have already recorded a video reviewing the other items that I received from Scentational Soaps. My review of the body butter, facial, hair & lip products, liquid body wash and body scrub will all be discussed in my next post. I will hopefully have the video posted tomorrow, Thursday October 23rd...if not tonight.  
Thanks so much for reading and a huge thanks to Sarah and Chad from Scentsational Soaps and Skincare for sending me these lovely soaps.
PJD

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

WNTW (What's New This Week)

Hello All In this video I share with you a few items that I picked up recently. These items are definitely worth a review , so look out for that soon. If you stay tuned, you will see products from Earth's Nectar, Briogeo, Sephora and more.



 

Thanks for watching! PJD

Friday, September 12, 2014

Preview to the Review Scentsational Soaps, Shea Moisture, Becca Cosmetics and more

Hello

In this video I give you a sneak peak of the products that I am currently reviewing for  my upcoming Scentsational Soap and Skin care video. You can find Scentsational soaps here 
In the video I  also showcase the items I forgot to include in my last WNTW video.
There are some new items that have been added to the Shea Moisture line up and I have them in this video for you.
If you want to check me out on instagram my handle is pjd01








Have a great weekend.
PJD

Friday, September 5, 2014

WNTW (What's New This Week)

Hello Everyone

I hope you are all doing well.
In this WNTW video I discuss new products from Alikay Naturals, nail polish from Julep, mascaras and much more.









 On a totally different note, do you plan on checking out the movie No Good Deed? Check the trailer below and please share your thoughts.
 

 Thanks for watching
 PJD

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Supplements

Greetings

With all the hype surrounding supplements that promote faster hair growth, I had to give you my take on a few of them.
Which supplements, if any, are you using?


PJD  



Monday, August 4, 2014

Foodie Files #2

Hello Everyone

If you're  interested, please check out the delicious items that I've been munching on in recent  months.
Please tell me what delectable items you're eating......
Thanks for watching
PJD




Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Taliah Waajid World Natural Health and Beauty Expo 2014 NYC (haul & event footage)

Hello Everyone
I attended my first hair show, check out the video to see footage from the event along with my haul.

Thanks for watching.

PJD

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

First Look: Tarte Fall 2014 Collection

Hello Friends

I wanted to share with you delectable makeup items from the new Tarte Fall 2014  collection.



 Thanks for watching. PJD

Monday, May 19, 2014

WNTW Urban Decay, Melted Lipstick, Bask Beauty and More

Hello Everyone

I hope you are all doing really well. In this video I am just showing you a few of the items that I picked up a while ago. I will have more videos featuring new items coming up soon. I will also continue my favorites videos and  the curl that fro series.

Thanks for watching.
PJD


Thursday, May 1, 2014

Billie's Jeans Denim Day 2014 supported by DID Nail Paint and the Dasha Wellness & Spa

During my undergraduate years I lived a virtually carefree life, social outings and my grades were among my chief concerns. I assumed my classmates led equally self indulgent lives until I became better acquainted with one  young woman.  She managed a full course load while working and caring for two young children, one of whom was not her own. She was intelligent, determined, and well liked by her peers all while secretly living as a victim of violence at the hands of her fiance. I think I was the only one trusted with that information but I remember wondering how that violent cycle had become her reality. Unfortunately, she is not alone, there are many woman and children who become victims of various violent acts every day. This year on April 23rd Denim Day was recognized in LA, NY and other areas around the country. Denim Day is a day designated for a national discussion on how we all can have a share in working to prevent violence in our personal and professional lives.
I was honored to attend the DASHA Wellness & Spa in Midtown Manhattan to learn more about Denim Day. At the event I also leaned about some brands that used their time, resources and products to support Denim Day. Adrienne Blanks, the owner of the 4 free nail polish brand,  DID Nail Paint, sold bottles of her polish that evening and donated a portion of each sale towards Denim Day. Shannon and Darren Pollack, owners of the DASHA Wellness & Spa, not only opened their doors on 115 E 57th to house the  15th annual celebration of Denim Day but they also offered free massages to all in attendance.
Please check out the video below to hear more about D.I.D Nail Paint and the DASHA Wellness & Spa.

Were you aware of Denim Day?
What acts small or large,  are you performing to prevent acts of violence in your personal lives?
If you are interested in purchasing some of Adrienne's eco friendly polish, you can do so by clicking here.

 Adreinne Blanks posing on the red carpet.

The lovely manicurists for the evening. Check out the beautiful  D.I.D Nail Paint  colors on display!!

Supportive guests in attendance.

 Adrienne Blanks of D.I.D Nail Paint and Shannon Pollack, Co owner of the DASHA Wellness & Spa.
(Photo credit for the last picture goes to Victor Burt)

The licensed massage therapist that I mentioned in the video is Carlos Arce. Thanks Carlos!!!!
You can call the DASHA Wellness & Spa at (212)755-5500.


Check out the video:



 Thanks for reading and watching!
PJD 

Friday, April 25, 2014

WNTW: Alikay Naturals, Anastasia and More

Hello Everyone



 In this video I explore a few products from the Alikay Naturals brand, Elf and Anastasia.



  





 Thanks for watching!
Pjd

Thursday, April 17, 2014

WNTW: Black Up Cosmetics

Greetings

I picked up a few items from Black Up Cosmetics, two foundations and one lipstick.




Have you purchased anything from  Black Up Cosmetics ?

Friday, April 11, 2014

Tarte Cosmetics Summer 2014

Hello

In this video you can check out some new items from the Tarte 2014 collection!

What beauty items do you have your eye on?
Have a great weekend!
 Pjd

Thursday, April 3, 2014

Have you seen: First

Greetings Everyone

When I saw a trailer last month of Jahmela Bigg's new web series, First, my interest was immediately piqued. First, is a promising new web series that features actors we don't get to see with regularity on our television screens. The perfectly crafted trailer highlights a brief encounter between old friends whose telling glares and gentle movements are exchanged over a melodic tune, that's pretty much all I needed to be hooked. 
Last night, was the premier of the first episode and as I clicked the play button I was hopeful that the episode would live up to all that I had imagined, and deliver it did. If you have yet to be counted among the thousands of views that this new series has already garnered, do yourself a favor and click the play button below!
My new favorite web series stars stellar actors Jahmela Biggs and Will Catlett.  James Bland serves as the talented director of this series. 
From the acting to the editing and music, this series is IT!!!




What do you think of the first episode?

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

WNTW: Foodie Edition and a Beauty Tip

Hello All


 In this video you will find something a little different, I will talk about some new food items that have been included on my shelves. Don't fret, there is also a beauty tip included at the end. Thanks for watching...more videos to come..

Thursday, March 20, 2014

Product Spotlight: Terra Dolce

Hello All

I was given an opportunity to review two products from Terra Dolce, you will find my review below. If you would like to purchase items from Terra Dolce or check out their other offerings, click here.





Thanks for watching
PJD

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

WNTW- B.A.S.K Beauty Haul part 2, Nars and More

Hello Everyone

In this video you will see the remaining products that I purchased from B.A.S.K. Beauty. If you missed part one please click here .

Which blushes are your favorite? I think I may have found two great Nars blushes as shown in this video.



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Thanks for watching.
PJD

Sunday, March 9, 2014

WNTW: B.A.S.K. Beauty Haul Part 1

Hello

I picked up a few items from B.A.S.K. Beauty and I unveil them here, in part 1 of my haul video.





Thanks for watching!
PJD

Saturday, February 22, 2014

WNTW - Su-kari, Bel Nouvo, Eden Body Works and More

Hello All

In this video you will see some of the items I purchased recently from body scrubs to nail polish.


Enjoy.
Thanks for watching!
PJD

Thursday, February 13, 2014

WNTW (What's New This Week) featuring Nails, Skin and Hair

Hello All

In this video you will see products featured from TGIN, Julep, Q-redew and more.
As referenced in this video here is my review of the Baby Foot product click here.
Starting at the 8:35 mark you can see my review of the solid Beauty Blender cleanser







Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing!
Pjd

Monday, February 10, 2014

NYX Cosmetics Haul and Swatches

Hello Everyone


I picked up a few items from NYX Cosmetics, here are the products and swatches.

 Thanks for watching Pjd

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

WNTW - Bite Beauty's Agave Lip Mask, Uncle Funky's Daughter and More

Hello
Here is my latest WNTW video featuring a variety of  products from Bite Beauty to Uncle Funky's Daughter.





Thanks for watching.
Pjd

Monday, February 3, 2014

Tarte: Color Your World With Shades of Clay- February 4th only

Hello Everyone

Tomorrow, February 4th, on QVC you will have an opportunity to purchase the new 7 piece collection from Tarte Cosmetics. Three of the items shown in the video will debut tomorrow on QVC for the world-wide release. This collection will be available in the shades- fair, light, medium, tan and deep. The entire collection will be priced at $59.96.
Thanks for watching!!
Pjd

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

And the Juice Beauty Winner is....

Hello
Thanks for all who entered the Juice Beauty giveaway, from ShopHQ. The winner is Simone Smalls!
Congrats Simone, please contact me with your mailing information.
Don't fret my beauty loving friends, there will be more giveaways soon.
PJD

Monday, January 27, 2014

New Tarte CC Primer and Cheek Stains

Hello All

There are some great new items out of the Tarte factory and I am pleased to be able to show you two of them, the CC Primer and their revamped cheek stains.

Monday, January 20, 2014

ShopHQ and Juice Beauty Giveaway

Hello All

 Thanks to ShopHQ, I have a great giveaway for all of you. One of my youtube subscribers, Google+ followers or blog followers, will receive one Juice Beauty starter kit that is shown in this video. All you have to do is leave a comment telling me about your skin care goals in 2014. Or you can let me know your experience with the Juice Beauty brand. This contest will be open from January 20th- 26th and the winner will be announced January 27th on my text-based blog.  Here is my initial Juice Beauty post . Here is a direct link to ShopHQ where you can purchase your Juice Beauty items. Click here for Juice Beauty from ShopHQ 
Thanks for watching, subscribing and commenting.
PJD

Friday, January 17, 2014

I Tried Something New


Happy Friday Everyone

Earlier in the week I made my obligatory trip to Sephora,and as usual I tried to keep to myself and peruse the products unencumbered by sales reps. looking to help. This week I was unable to avoid the prying eyes of a woman who appeared to be a Sephora newbie. She wanted to share all of her treasures of information, but to make a long story short, I ended up booking a free facial for later in the week, today. I walked towards Sephora knowing that I would arrive on time, (early is on time), for my appointment and sashayed over to the skin care area. My doting sales rep from earlier in the week was no where to be found, but I did see a fabulous looking sales rep giving a facial to a client who looked as relaxed as anyone who has ever taken a Caribbean cruise. She was sprawled out in a reclining chair with her eyes closed as the woman massaged her cares away. I was giddy because like any woman who works and has responsibilities enjoying some pampering is welcomed. I waited patiently for my turn as I examined items on the nearby shelves. I was then approached by another employee and I explained that I was waiting for my facial, she said" no need to wait I will take care of you". I thought, ok so the fabulous woman who has flawlessly applied makeup and the meticulously manicured mane giving facials in the corner won't be handling my skin???? I immediately saw it as a missed opportunity to get that woman to divulge all of her beauty secrets, but if moving on to another specialist would get me seated faster, I was game. In the back of my mind I still had a nagging feeling telling me to just wait.
Trouble Looms
So I am taken, not to a reclining isolated oasis like the woman I saw in the corner, but instead to a stool located almost centrally  in the store where everyone could have an opportunity to witness my treatment. Still I decided not to make a big deal of it and just take it like a champ. As I mounted the seat that seemed to barely support my derriere, I carefully rested my arm on the  wobbly  table that sat adjacent to my seat. I was less than pleased with my initial experience, but I wanted to be a trooper and I told myself not to sweat the small stuff. I reassured myself that I would have a fabulous facial with an equally efficient skin care specialist! As I waited for the specialist to return I saw her walking towards me with a woman with wonky eye makeup and I thought...NO, NOOOOOOO, veer left, veer left- she can't be the one who is going to assist me. Yup, she certainly was and as she greeted me with warm pleasantries her Newport laden breath assaulted me through browning teeth. I kept thinking of cigarette singed fingers touching my makeup free skin and I cringed. She was quite pleasant but with each word spoken I found myself stopping my air supply to reject her relentless assault. Her hands were clean and she did a fair job, but I just kept thinking of what could have been as I saw the other specialist prepare a sample and send off her happy client.
Sitting there I wondered why I often get the raw end of the stick, out of all the specialists in there, I was stuck with the one who felt comfortable looking me in the eye and saying ..."All done, you look great" even though as shown in the picture below, I have white cream lining my black eye browns.....grrrrrrrrr. Cotton ball fragments also graced my lashes but I managed to get those off before exiting the store.
I am not one to hurt someone's feelings and I saw that she was really proud of her work but ummmmmm next time, if there is a next time, let's just say she won't be touching my face.
I decided to go against my gut and try an in-store service, typically I never go this route because I am leery of the sanitary conditions under which my skin will be subjected. Nevertheless I threw caution to the wind and look what it got me! On the bright side, I did get a bag of free beauty goods, I tried something that I wouldn't typically do  and I get to go home and wash my face.... **insert happy dance**
Have you ever had a facial or makeup makeover at Sephora? If so, please share your experience.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Pjd

Tuesday, January 14, 2014

New Year, New You With Juice Beauty & A Giveaway

Hello Beauties

Many of us embrace each new year as a clean slate, an opportunity to start fresh. Juice Beauty and ShopHQ want to help you through this process with their New Year, New You campaign. Juice Beauty, an authentically organic skincare line, has joined forces with ShopHQ to present their best organic skin care solutions.
On Tuesday January 14th, 2014 you can tune in to ShopHQ, formerly Shop NBC, to learn more about Juice Beauty.
Find Juice Beauty on ShopHQ during the following hours (Eastern Time Zone)

  • Midnight
  • 2 am
  • 9 am-10 am
  • 2 pm
  • 5 pm

ShopHQ was kind enough to send me a sampler kit, shown in the pictures below. In the past I have used and enjoyed many Juice Beauty products, and now it's your turn! ShopHQ would like one of my subscribers to also receive a Juice Beauty Kit. Details of the upcoming giveaway will appear in my next video, which will be posted this weekend, so stay tuned.
If you have ever tried Juice Beauty, please let me know your thoughts on the line.
Remember you can also shop for Juice Beauty products through the ShopHQ website.



Thanks for reading!
Pjd

Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Black Friday 2013 Haul

Hello


I hope you are all doing really well. In this video I will show you what I picked up during Black Friday.
Thanks for watching.
Pjd