Sample Splendor Alert - Fall Fancy Edition!

Fall marks the time where you can begin the gradual move from minimal summer make-up to almost a full face.  Smoky eyes, deeper-hued eye shadows, and nail polishes are the look for the season.

Since we have given you some areas/colors to think about for fall, now is your chance to make your purchases! 

Below retailers are all in AMAZING gift right now!!!! 

Neiman Marcus is in gift if you spend $125.

One of my most favorite things was gifted to me by our friend Jessica and it is the Estee Lauder Limited Edition Zodiac pressed powder compact!

I use it almost every day for a little touch up in the afternoon.  It is the perfect little compact to absorb that pesky little bit of shine.  I happened to notice that Neiman’s has it and it would be the first thing I put in my basket if I didn't have it already.

I recently went on a girls trip to Las Vegas and one of my favorite things to do when visiting Vegas is hit the cosmetic counters!  I spent a considerable amount of time trying out products at Neiman’s and I was surprised how hard I fell in love with the Tom Ford Bronzer Brush - it is a seriously amazing tool!

Blue Mercury is also in gift! Their co-founder Marla Beck celebrates the anniversary of her company every year in September with an amazing gift with purchase when you spend $150.

Since $150 is on the high side for a gift with purchase, I would either stock up on La Mer and choose a Fall/Winter fragrance like "Love in Black" by Creed. It is said to have been the fragrance of choice of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.

Lastly, old-faithful, Beauty.com is in gift as well! It's impossible to pass this $100 gift offer up!

Beauty.com carries NARS so I will be using this opportunity to pick up a fall blush in Seduction and of course I will be picking up Arcona Magic White Ice and Gentle Solution which is what I use at night. Lauren loves NARS' Velvet Gloss Pencils for quick color on the go!

XOXO,

Amber

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Sample Splendor Alert

Another sample motherload alert from Beauty.com!

If you're a regular reader, then you probably know by now that Beauty.com's gifts with purchase are always THE BEST! We are especially loving the super cute leopard print bag the samples come in! Now's the time to restock your beauty supplies and take advantage! :)

XOXO,

Lauren & Amber

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Sample Splendor Alert

Right now with any $50.00 purchase, NARS is offering a complimentary Travel Trio containing a Mini New Lover Lip Pencil, Mini Orgasm Blush, and Mini Gentle Oil Free Eye Make-up Remover. I have not seen this offer from them before and am super excited!! You can easily spend $50.00 with NARS and you get free shipping.

I picked up The Happening Palette - it has the classic Orgasm Blush and the Laguna Bronzer both of which I have been dying to try! (I KNOW I haven't tried Orgasm yet - even I can't believe it.)  If you are not in the market for a palette, NARS also does an amazing lip stick as featured here.

When purchasing NARS lipstick keep in mind that their shades come on 3 formulas:  

Satin - Moist, long wearing lipstick containing micro-bubble spheres to continually release lip conditioners which yield creamy, silky color that wears for hours. 

Semi-Matte - A highly pigmented matte, non-drying formula that provides a long wearing, full-bodied, velvety finish.  

Sheer - Long lasting color pigments have been suspended in this translucent formula to provide a sheer, natural tint.  

Lastly, if you do not have a NARS multiple you are missing out!!!!  Here is an amazing post to acquaint you with The Multiple!

XOXO,

Amber

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Sample Splendor Alert

We've got two good ones for you!

Another sample mother load with a cute Lela Rose clutch from Beauty.com and a Lancôme gift from Macy's.

 I just picked up a similar Lancôme gift from Nordstrom last month and I've been really happy with the products.  Their bi-facial makeup remover is great!

Both are quality gifts so be sure to scoop one of them if you have replenish anything!

XOXO,

Lauren & Amber

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Sample Splendor Alert

Scoop up this latest deal from Nordstrom with any $125 beauty or fragrance purchase!  I would totally buy Chanel Noir perfume to get the gift. I'm a big fan of Mario Badescu and I've been wanting to try Philosophy's Hope in a Jar after reading this post!

XOXO,

Amber

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Beauty Box Reviews

We love products so it only made sense to sign up for some beauty boxes so we could get our sample on!  Plus, who doesn't love monthly presents in the mail?!

Here are our reviews...

GLOSSY BOX

(Reviewed by Amber)

Bulgari Eau Parfumée Au Thé Blanc Soap // $30
This smells amazing!!  Love it!

LiSi Sheer Sparkle or Color Glaze Lip Gloss // $7

This is a great lip gloss and it's long lasting.

Missha Super Aqua Cell Renew Snail Hydro Gel Mask // $6

I did use this and it was interesting, but I won't be purchasing it. It was cool to try it though, masks are great items for sample bags.

Da Vinci Shimmer Powder // $15

This isn't bad, I used it as a highlighter and in the corners of my eyes.  The packaging is terrible though, it is a loose powder and the top does not twist on tight enough.

Nail Rock Nail Wraps // $8

I gifted this to our friend Jess so the jury is still out!

SAMPLE SOCIETY

(Reviewed by Lauren)

Butter London 3 Free Nail Lacquer in Diamond Geezer // $15

I was excited to get the full size bottle which retails for $15, however I'm 100% a gold versus silver girl, but since I now have this in my possession, I could see myself wearing this for New Year’s Eve.

Oscar de la Renta Live in Love Perfume // $58

So in the bottle I hated it, but I figured I’d give it a try anyway.  On, it’s got a very feminine and floral scent, and I was quite surprised it latest all day long.  However, it still seemed a little dated and too granny for me.

Hollywood Fashion Tape // $9.55

I already had this product and have only used it once before.  This is probably nothing I’d ever buy again, only because my lack of need.

Sisley-Paris HydraGloba Intense Anti-Aging Hydration // $250

This smells a bit medicinal and it’s hard to comment on its anti-aging properties when you get such a small sample. With the full-size bottle costing $250 though, I can think of approximately 1,256,060 other things I'd rather spend $250 on…like a more affordable face lotion ;-)

Stila Cosmetics Smudge Crayon // $22

I really love Stila makeup, but this product just didn't do it for me! I guess it's good they call it a smudge stick, because that's exactly what it did (all over the place).

BIRCHBOX

(Reviewed by Lauren)

Benefit Stay Don’t Stray Primer // $26

This primer I really liked…in addition to wearing it under my eye shadow, I also put it under my Dermablend concealer too and noticed it helped make that last longer as well.  I wouldn’t hesitate to buy the full size.

Twistband Headband Collection // $19 for 6

Admittedly, I wasn’t excited when I saw this, but I of course tried it out.  I am shocked to say, this thing actually stayed on my very large head.  While I don’t see it working well for the gym, it’s become an around-the-house staple.

Whish Shave Crave Shaving Cream // $20

It smells nice and it’s the perfect size for my toiletry bag (which I always keep packed), however I’ll stick with my $2 Barbasol shaving cream for regular use.

Evologie Intensive Blemish Serum // $35

The smell is really intense – and it's not a fragrance I'm a fan of.  I did use it on a blemish and it helped dry it out slightly, but I expect better results for having a higher price tag.  Won't be buying.

Madewell for Birchbox Nail Emery Board // $5

I mean, it’s your typical nail file - a cute one at that, but nothing really noteworthy to share.  A nice bonus though!

Do you have any other beauty boxes or other product recommendations we should try out?  We'd love to hear!

XOXO,

Lauren & Amber

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Sample Splendor Alert

Get it while it's hot - this amazing sample bag is yours with only a $100 purchase and shipping is free!

Beauty.com always gives the most quality gifts with purchase!!!!  This is your chance to try Arcona's Magic Pink Ice  or pick-up some new spring colors from Nars like this eyeshadow.

Don't delay this offer is good only while supplies last and they go fast!!!!

XOXO,

Amber

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Sample Splendor Alert

Look at this little Lilly Pulitzer beauty bag!!  Yours with any $35 purchase from Estee Lauder at Macys.com!! 

Shipping is free at $50 so it is definitely worth spending $50 on merchandise or pay $9.95 shipping on your $35 order.  Spend $70 and get the eye shadow moment as well!!  We are loving the exclusive Lilly Travel Bottle Duo!  It is always nice when things like that are included because you will definitely get use out of them. 

We are eyeing the Bronze Goddess Color Collection – lots of good stuff to take your summer routine up a notch.  Also, the Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup has received amazing reviews – might be worth a try.

Let us know if you place an order and tell us what you got!

XOXO,

Lauren & Amber

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Sample Splendor with Amber

Ladies,

Neiman Marcus is giving away a sample filled tote with any beauty or fragrance purchase of $125.00 or more, now through March 3, 2013.

My recommendations...

I have been dying to try something from Tata Harper since I read that Lauren Santo Domingo uses it – who is basically perfection in my book! 

Her wedding still blows my mind!

XOXO,

Amber

P.S. Glitter Guide is giving away a Neiman Marcus sample-filled tote - learn how to win one here.

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Sample Splendor with Amber

I keep a running list of beauty products that I am low on and that I want to try so when a sample bag like the one below comes up, I take advantage.  Why not get a little (or a lot) with your purchases!  I will keep you in the loop when these amazing sample splendors come available.  

When I can, I will also review the sample bags so we can determine who has the best ones (so far I've found beauty.com is hard to beat)!

BREAKING NEWS – Saks is offering a sample-filled tote with any $100 beauty or fragrance purchase now through March 3, 2013!

Whenever Saks is in gift mode, I use the opportunity to order from luxe brands like Le Métier de Beauté and Cellcosmet – here are a few of my recommendations...

1) Amazing lip gloss, I just purchased Hibiskiss (not available online) for my Valentine’s Day color.

2) My favorite eyeliner I have tried to date.

3) This is a powerful serum that reduces puffiness around the eyes.

I have used all three of these products and think they are qualityyyy!!!

XOXO,

Amber

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