Cha Cha Tint

Cha Cha Tint; Sephora $29

Benefit Cosmetics Cha Cha tint was a gift from Santa this year.  My thought for purchasing a cheek tint was to wear it on the slopes.  I am not one painting my face before I go skiing but... a little waterproof mascara, some heavy duty sunscreen and a little cheek tint never hurt anyone!  I can attest, the cheek tint is perfect for outdoor activity fun (low-maintenance beauty solution) or working the product into your everyday beauty regimen. 

Benefit Cosmetics, Cha Cha tint, delivers to the fullest. The color looks natural,  it is easy to use and the stay-power is impressive!  However, it took me a while to really get the hang of the application process because 1) a little bit goes a long way and 2) using moisturizer to lubricate the cheek is the key to creating a streak-free glow.  Also, the Cha Cha tint is different in respect to other cheek stains because it is not your classic rose or pink color.  The shade is a color-rich coral shade that compliments just about any skin tone.

Here is my application process:

1. Wake up
2. Wash face
3. Apply Clinique Toner
4. Apply Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel all over face
5. Rub a little extra moisturizing lotion in circular motion on the apple of the cheek
6. Make sure the lotion is distributed evenly before tint is applied
7. Apply a light stroke of Cha Cha tint to the apple of the cheek and rub in you’re your fingers in a gentle circular motion until the color is completely blended (start rubbing quickly after application or risk the appearance of streaks)
8. Apply additional tint for desired intensity of color (remember: a little goes a long way)
9. Repeat steps 5-8
10. Apply whatever foundation/powder/tinted moisturizer you generally use (I use Mac Studio Fix plus Foundation Powder) over the top of the applied tint and all of over the face
11. For added shine, apply a light dash of your favorite bronzer or luminzer over the cheek to enhance your already natural glow (I recommend Lorac’s luminzer)

I give this product a solid 2-thumbs up!

A Nude Palette

Perfect nude eye shadow palette

Bobbi Brown 'Ultra Nude' Eye Palette, $45

Nordstrom

Here is yet another neutral eye shadow palette that has hit the ground running.  Featured in Bobbi Brown's new collection, Neons & Nudes, this comprehensive compact looks as if it can deliver everything you'd ever want in a nude eye shadow palette. . . and more!  This 'Ultra Nude' palette comes equipped with a dual-end eyeliner/angled eye shadow brush and mirror for convenient application.  With six fresh colors to blend and play with, you simply can't go wrong!  

On another note, it is LIME TAG sale at Piperlime for another 3 days.  Get up to 40% name-brand, designer clothing, shoes and accessories with an additional 20% off using the code: LIME at checkout.  

And for those looking for a fresh new start in the undergarment department, look no further than the Victoria's Secret Semi-Annual sale that started in-stores Monday.  You can also buy online and all orders over $50 ship free.

As for me, Santa royally hooked me up this year and so shopping isn't quite on my immediate agenda but a slamming deal is a deal.  Right?