NORDSTROM UP TO 50% OFF SPRING SALE HAS LOTS OF FAB FINDS!

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Nordstrom is having the Spring Sale. Receive up to 50% off! Take a look at their sale by department below.

Nordstrom Sale by Department: Beauty Sales, Women's Sale, Men's Sale, Designer Sale, Kid's Sale & Home Sale!

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The Beauty Spotlight Team Welcomes Springtime!

In her ongoing effort to control clutter, Angie from Your True Self Blog has collected tips that she's sharing with you on how to Spring clean your closet.

Nancy from Nancy's Fashion Style is wearing a perfect outfit for the cooler spring days. A thin knit dress in a gorgeous brown shade.

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog has 6 easy tips to pamper your dry hands this season! It only takes a few minutes to do, and the results are immediately visible!

If you’ve been feeling stressed or anxious lately, Allison from Never Say Die Beauty would like to introduce you to Ayurvedic self-care and beverage products from Kosa that make her feel more centered!

Barbie's Beauty Bits breaks down the most effective teeth whitening options to help you find the perfect fit for your needs.

 

Instagram is famous for hacks, and Marsha from Marsha in the Middle shows you one that really works! 

Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream Review

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I am such a huge fan of French Pharmacy skincare products, and have been as long as I can remember. Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream is one of my most recent discoveries, and what a discovery it has proven to be.

Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream is rich, nourishing cream that is formulated to restore and protect the skin, and this gentle and fragrance-free formula calms irritated skin, moisturizes dry skin and leaves it supple and luminous. It is a very concentrated cream, and therefore only a small amount is needed to achieve the desired results. It has a cocooning effect as it envelopes the skin, and it feels really wonderful. If you receive your bottle and the cream has separated, and liquid comes out, vigorously shake it for a while so that the ingredients can reintegrate. While I have normal to combination skin, this cream is not too rich for my skin, and during the winter months when my skin was dehydrated, it worked wonders in its ability to restore moisture.

According to Avène,

Avene Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream is a technologically advanced post-biotic restorative skin barrier cream clinically proven to accelerate the recovery process by 4X and maintain an optimal healing environment.

A rich, nourishing cream that provides up to 45 uses while leveraging a unique postbiotic ingredient to promote a healthy microbiome ideal for skin restoration. Clinically proven to restore the skin in 48 hours*. A dermatologist recommended multi-purpose skin barrier solution. Safe for infants, children and adults. Accepted by the National Eczema Association.

Claims and Benefits:

• Rich, nourishing skin barrier cream infused with post-biotic restorative ingredient, helps protect skin from external aggressors while maintaining proper hydration.
• Formulated to minimize risk of allergic reactions.
• Won't clog pores.
• Safe for infants, children and adults.
• Versatile cream helps promote and maintain healthy, balanced skin microbiome
• Helps accelerate the skin recovery process by 4X.*Evaluation of visible reduction in appearance of skin treated with Cicalfate+ vs. nontreated skin.
• Suitable for every skin-SOS: It's great as a daily moisturizer and helps restore burns (including sunburn), cuts, scrapes, stiches, bug bites, perioral and diaper areas, and soothes skin prone to redness or dryness.
• Suitable for skin that's compromised (aka: sensitive, dry, damages)
• Formulated Without: Fragrance, Parabens, Alcohol, Soy, Wheat.

Directions: Apply twice a day to clean, dry skin.

Key Ingredients:

• C+ Restore, postbiotic restorative ingredient, is rich in proteins that help skin restoration while preserving skin's natural barrier.
• Copper - Zinc Sulfate Complex helps promote and maintain a healthy skin environment.
• Avène Thermal Spring Water clinically shown to soothe, soften and calm skin.

Ingredients: Avene Thermal Spring Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mineral Oil / Huile Minerale, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Zinc Oxide, Propylene Glycol, Polyclugeryl-2-Sesquiisosterate, Peg-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Aquaphilus Dolomiae Ferment Filtrate, Arginine, Beeswax / Cire D'abeille, Copper Sulfate, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Wax / Xire Microcristalline, Tromethamine, Zinc Sulfate.

Overall Assessment: This is a lovely cream, and I will definitely purchase another tube when I finish this one!

$40.00 for 3.3 oz., $26.00 for 1.3 oz and $12.00 for .5 oz from Avène USA, Ulta, Dermstore, REVOLVE, Amazon, Target, CVS and YES STYLE (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Trader Joe's Vanilla Lip Mask Review

 

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Rather recently, I was sitting in my office at work and my very dry and chapped lips were really bothering me. They were unsightly and red, and they actually hurt. It was freezing cold and raining, and I really needed some relief from the discomfort. I reached into my bag, pulled out my well used lip balm, and watched in horror as the balm fell out of the tube and fell onto the floor of my office. I stood there doing nothing, and finally picked it up and put it in the trash can. I needed to get a lip balm replacement immediately and I went to Trader Joe's where I found their Vanilla Lip Mask. I immediately bought it and used it. Frankly, I was in such discomfort that I would have purchased anything that they had, but this really appealed to me.

Trader Joe's Vanilla Lip Mask is thick, rich and immensely moisturizing. At $5.99 for a big container, I wasn't in the least bit hesitant about my purchase, but as I said, I was desperate for some relief. I immediately tore open the packaging and slathered it all over my chapped lips, and it offered a cocooning effect with its thick, rich and non-sticky formula. It even has some shine to it, and that would normally be amazing, but given how unsightly my dry lips were I wasn't anxious to accentuate them. However, the good news is that I felt immediate relief, and within a day my lips looked and felt much better. Now that my lips are completely healed, I will say that I like that this can function like a nourishing lip balm with some shine. I have heard some people state that they consider this a good dupe for the Laneige Vanilla Sleeping Lip Mask, but I don't have the latter to compare them.

Ingredients:

Overall Assessment: At $5.99, this was a great purchase, and it really healed my lips up quickly. If you have chapped lips, or just want a good lip mask, then I recommend putting this on your grocery list for your next trip to Trader Joe's!

$5.99 for 0.70 oz. from Trader Joe's. Purchased. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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More Sephora 50% Off One Day Deals!

 

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Sephora is having a 50% off Sale on select beauty each day. Check back each day to see what is on sale! There are lots of amazing products featured. Check out other items currently on Sale HERE.

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HygieneLab Body Wash Review

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As I mentioned in my review of the HygieneLab Face Wash yesterday (Reviewed HERE), this cruelty-free brand was formulated with men in mind, but it can be used by anyone. Like their Face Wash, I tested the wonderful HygieneLab Body Wash before I handed it over to my husband. I liked it so much, like the Face Wash, that I half-hoped that my husband would hate it so that I could use it! However, like their wash, he actually loved it!

HygieneLab Body Wash boasts a rich and satisfying lather and a wonderful woodsy fragrance. The rich woodsy aroma fills the shower with its luscious scent, but it does not linger on the skin for too long after the shower. While the lather thoroughly cleans the skin, it does not leave it dry or uncomfortable, and in fact the ingredients such as Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Vera and Allantoin soothe, pamper and hydrate the skin. My husband affirmed that he loves the way it had a satisfying lather without drying out his skin and that he loves the scent.

According to HygieneLab,

Introducing our Men's Body Wash, a luxurious blend of natural ingredients crafted to elevate your daily grooming routine. Designed to cleanse, refresh, and rejuvenate your skin.

Key Features:

Gentle Cleansing: Formulated with simple but effective ingredients leaving your skin feeling refreshed.

Natural Scent: Enriched with Lavender Oil and Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, enjoy a refreshing and sophisticated scent.

Hydration Boost: Infused with Aloe Vera and Sodium Hyaluronate, our body wash helps maintain skin moisture, leaving it soft and supple.

Skin Soothing: The inclusion of Allantoin and Glycerin ensures a soothing experience, promoting skin health and preventing dryness.

Clean and Free: Free from harsh chemicals, our body wash is your go-to choice for a natural and revitalizing shower experience—no sulfates or parabens.

Ingredients: Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Plant-Derived), Heptyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glycerin, Panthenol, Allantoin, Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Phytic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Sodium Hyaluronate.

Overall Assessment: This is a really satisfying body wash to use, and it feels and smells wonderful!

$36.00 for 10 oz. from HygieneLab and their Amazon Store (Affiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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HygieneLab Face Wash Review

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I was just recently introduced to HygieneLab, a skincare brand that is devoted to, "elevating men's personal care" and I am quite impressed by their products and their philosophy.

About HygieneLab,

Too many brands cut corners with cheap, questionable ingredients to save time and money. We do things differently. Your health comes first. Our formulas are clean, effective, and made with ingredients you can trust—because what you put on your body matters.

Unlike brands that try to make one-size-fits-all formulas, we create products specifically for men—tailored for their skin, hair, and hygiene needs without the greasy feel or overpowering scents.

According to Kramer LaPlante, Founder and CEO, "You should never have to question the ingredients in the products you use every day. We believe in full transparency, clean formulas, and doing what’s right—so you can always trust what you’re putting on your body."

HygieneLab Face Wash is a clean and non-toxic facial cleanser that is fragrance-free, cruelty-free, paraben-free, phthalates-free and sulfate-free. Furthermore, it is EWG Verified and this brand is also vegan! While this brand is made with men in mind, their products can be used by everyone. This cleanser boasts a very gentle and non-irritating formula that cleans skin without stripping it, and instead leaves it lightly hydrated. Ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe Vera and Panthenol hydrate the skin, while Niacinamide and Vitamin C brighten the skin. It has a light lather, but it never strips or irritates the skin. I tested it before handing it over to my husband, and I found that it made my skin look and feel wonderfully clean and hydrated. I hoped that he wouldn't like it, and said I would use it if he opted not to, but no such luck! He loves this cleanser, and said that it makes his skin feel clean, comfortable and hydrated.

According to HygieneLabs,

Introducing our Daily Facial Wash (Unscented) – a refreshing and effective skincare essential for your daily routine. Crafted with a meticulous blend of natural and active ingredients, this face wash is designed to cleanse, rejuvenate, and nourish your skin.

Key Features:

Gentle Cleansing: Formulated to ensure a gentle yet thorough cleansing experience.

Skin Brightening: Niacinamide and Vitamin C work synergistically to promote a bright, even skin tone.

Hydration Boost: Enriched with Aloe Vera, Panthenol, and Sodium Hyaluronate, providing deep hydration and maintaining skin moisture.

Skin Soothing: Phytic Acid to ensure a soothing effect, leaving your skin feeling calm and refreshed.

Ensuring clean and effective ingredients is our #1 priority. Every product carries the seal of approval from the rigorous EWG verification process, guaranteeing clean and safe formulations.

Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Plant-Derived), Niacinamide, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Panthenol, Phytic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C).

The brand believes in clean ingredients and transparency:

Overall Assessment: This is a wonderful cleanser, that can be used by anyone– not just men. It is gentle, effective, satisfying to use, and it leaves skin soft, smooth and hydrated. A+

$25.00 for 5 oz. from HygieneLab and their Amazon Store (Affiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Boxwalla Sneak Peek: April Beauty Box Featuring Sachi Skin

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Here is a sneak peak at the Boxwalla April Beauty Box featuring Sachi Skin. Bi-Monthly Beauty Subscription Box: The Skincare Box from Boxwalla is the best beauty box subscription curated for the luxury-loving skincare enthusiast. In our beauty boxes, you will discover the most effective & innovative plant-based clean beauty products that redefine luxury skincare. By showcasing not only the benefits of each product we feature but also demonstrating how they can be incorporated into your skincare routine, we help you figure out how to take care of your unique skin needs.

*This is a bimonthly Subscription* You will be charged immediately when you purchase. Automatic renewal occurs every two months until you cancel. Make sure to cancel before the 15th of the preceding month to not get billed!

Boxwalla April Skincare Subscription Box: The April Skincare Box brings you two groundbreaking products from a remarkable brand that masterfully combines Ayurvedic wisdom with advanced dermal science! We are thrilled to bits to showcase, this April, drumroll SACHI SKIN.

About Sachi Skin,

Sachi (pronounced Saa-chi) has ancient meanings rooted in the poetic and beautiful languages of the East. In Urdu (سچی), it signifies “being truthful/expressing the truth”; in Sanskrit/Hindi (सच्ची), it means “grace/truth/child of joy”; while in Japanese (さち) the word means “happiness/child of bliss”. Just as the word ‘Sachi’ has similar meanings across languages, the brand also reminds us that despite our differences, diverse cultures and skin colors, we are all interconnected in multiple and beautiful ways.

Sachi Skin is a beautiful British brand with South Asian roots, made by a globetrotting founder: Farah Bashir. Farah is a true Wandering Woman with a wealth of experience, who has lived in London, Singapore, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and more. A cosmetic formulator and a licensed aesthetician, Farah is a fount of skincare knowledge and expertise who pours everything she has gathered, along with her very unique point of view, to elevate ancient Ayurvedic wisdom that is part of her own culture, making it new and also SO SO effective! Farah likes to describe Sachi as Ancient Clinical Skincare.

The contents of the April Skincare Box:

• Sachi Skin Triphala Pigmentation Corrector, 30 ml ($88)
• Sachi Skin Saffron Luminous Cleanser, 120 ml ($39)

Price of the box: $59.95, or $54.95 with the three-prepaid boxes and $49.95 with the six-prepaid boxes subscription plans.

Retail value: $127.00. Price of the box: $59.95 (or $54.95 with the three-prepaid boxes and $49.95 with six-prepaid box subscription plans) from Boxwalla (Affiliate Links). Free U.S. Shipping Always. 

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The Beauty Spotlight Team Mid-March Week in Review

This week we welcome Marsha from Marsha in the Middle to our team, help us welcome her to our group!

Marsha from Marsha in the Middle is a true child of the 70s. She remembers when jeans were jeans and women knew just how to wear them!

Looking for a nourishing and effective primer? If so, Lola's Secret Beauty Blog highly recommends Jane Iredale Smooth Affair Face Primer. This brightening primer hydrates skin, and it minimizes the appearance of pores and fine lines.

Nancy from Nancy's Fashion Style discusses wearing light blue when the colour doesn't look good near your face. You can still wear the colours you love, even if it is not in your colour palette.

This is National Sleep Week! Allison from Never Say Die Beauty has a suggestion or two to help you relax and fall asleep.

Angie from Your True Self Blog has a style tip with lots of examples to show how amazing your outfits can look when you mix textures. They will end up having a luxurious and fresh feeling of richness.

NORDSTROM SPRING SALE

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Nordstrom is having the Spring Sale. Receive up to 50% off! Take a look at their sale by department below.

Nordstrom Sale by Department: Beauty Sales, Women's Sale, Men's Sale, Designer Sale, Kid's Sale & Home Sale!

Visit: www.nordstrom.com

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