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My Summer Makeup Look With NYC Cosmetics and a GIVEAWAY

Looking for a way to change up your summer makeup look? And even better… at super prices? Look no further than NYC Cosmetics at Wal-Mart. This brand is inspired by the city that never sleeps with great sophisticated shades that are affordable. Below, you’ll find my steps for how I am using NYC Cosmetics to change up my summer look.

While I can’t say dating in the forefront of my mind right now, I am loving this smokey eye – something new for me. And you know my new found love for a bold lip. Here is my how-to for Date Night (or an evening on the town with the girls):

Starting with the Individual Eyes Custom Compact in Smokey Charcoals, I apply the included primer. I like using the lightest shade all over my lid and then the third shade in my creases for a natural looking eye. But as you can see in the video, if you want to amp up the effect, the four available shades allows for that.
Using the Show Time Velvet Eyeliner in Noir, an intensely dark, pigmented eyeliner, I line my waterline. I then follow up with the High definition Liquid Eyeliner in Extra Black along the lash line.
It wouldn’t be date night without bold lashes, so next I apply Big Bold Volume by the Lash Mascara in Extreme Black. My new favorite budget mascara for intense, full-bodied lashes.
In the summer, bronzer is my jam. So I like to use the Color Wheel Mosaic Face Powder in All Over Bronze Glow. It is easy to sweep across cheeks, temples and jawline for a natural looking glow.
Last but certainly not least, lips that can withstand a date – dinner and maybe a smooch or two. The Expert Last Lipstick, Traffic Jam lasts for hours on me and is the perfect summer red.

Now is the ideal time for a complete update because on the NYC New York Color page you can watch NYC makeup artists show you how to five different looks for under $20. Bonus: when you’ve watched a video you’ll be eligible to download a coupon for $1 off any NYC New York Color product! Here’s the NYC makeup artist’s Get Date Night Ready video tutorial for a slightly different take than my go-to look!

And who can resist a giveaway! One lucky reader will win the products used in one of the five looks and a $50 Wal-Mart gift card. Enter using the widget below:

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Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Lunchbox. All opinions are my own.

Clear Skin Detox Diet

I’ve been a big believer in beauty from the inside out over the last year and a half. Even more so lately, I’ve been paying more attention to how foods affect the way my skin looks (not to mention the way they make me feel). That’s not to say I am giving up my beloved wine, cheese and bread any time soon. But on yesterday’s trip to Whole Foods, I loaded up on papaya, berries, greens, basil, yogurt and honey. And I have Clear Skin Detox Diet to thank for the inspiration.

This straightforward, well-written book is actually a joy to read. Clear Skin Detox Diet covers nutrition plans, recipes and recommendations of foods for specific skin issues. I was thrilled to get advice for skin ailments like acne, premature aging, eczema, and more. Needless to say, I will be shooting for half an avocado a day from now on. And when that nasty pimple appears… garlic to the rescue with its powerful antibacterial properties. Just alone, author Lauren Talbot’s “Build a Better Salad” page is now one of my kitchen staples.

Also, I have to mention this shopping list was also amazingly influential in changing the way I shop for groceries.

Now for the good news! I have one extra copy to give away to one lucky reader. Enter using the widget below. Open to US readers.

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“The Knot Dream Wedding” and Ralph Lauren Romance Plus a GIVEAWAY

We are sneaking up on the most romantic time of year. Not only is everyone buzzing about wedding season but in a couple weeks we have Valentine’s Day. Whether you love it or not, this story is heartwarming. What a wonderful way to celebrate love.

Wedding website, The Knot, just announced a program to create a wedding for one lucky couple. Wedding planner Marcy Blum will follow them through the planning process, allowing readers to vote on each element. This year’s winners of the “The Knot Dream Wedding” are Boston Marathon bombing survivors Rebekah Gregory and Pete DiMartino. The couple was cheering on Pete’s mother when the bomb exploded. They endured multiple surgeries and months of physical therapy, but the experience strengthened their relationship. When TheKnot.com’s EIC heard the couple got engaged, she knew they were the perfect “Dream Wedding Couple.”

And what better fragrance than Ralph Lauren Romance to be the sponsor? Just like the upcoming wedding, Romance is all about the essence of falling in love. The fragrance has that woodsy base that I always love balanced by florals like Sungoddess Rose, Marigold, Yellow Freesia, White Violet, Lotus Flower, Day Lily and rounded out with Ginger and Chamomile Oil.

You can already vote on the wedding location here. Starting Valentine’s Day you can start voting on things like the cake to the flowers to the dress! The couple’s reactions will be shown on The Knot LIVE, a show that is live-streamed on the website.

To celebrate, I’ve teamed up with Ralph Lauren to give away one bottle to a lucky reader. Enter using the widget below. Good luck! (US Only).

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CARGO Cosmetics at HBO’s “Girls” Premiere and a GIVEAWAY

I know many a fangirls out there who are pumped for Sunday’s premiere of Girls on HBO. While I am a couple episodes behind, I have to admit I love the show. I am particularly wild about Allison Williams – her style and makeup has been a long time favorite (see all my posts on her here). At the premiere in New York City, the guests feted with a little CARGO cheer, one of Allison’s favorites.

Herbal Essences Naked Collection Volume Kit GIVEAWAY

The gifts keep coming over here on Belle Belle Beauty! I have another killer giveaway for you today in honor of the launch of Herbal Essences’ Naked Collection Volume Kit! This beauty includes: Naked Volume Shampoo, Conditioner, Volumizing Soufflé Styler, and Dry Shampoo. While I don’t have my paws on it yet, I did place my order on Wal-Mart and can’t wait to infuse my hair with softness, white grapefruit and mint extracts and irresistible volume. More on the results in a couple weeks. The exciting part: one of you will be able to join me in being one of the first to try the kit with a chance to win a $50 Wal-Mart gift card. First a little about the collection:

Naked Volume Shampoo & Conditioner

Restores hair’s natural body
Made with zero heavy residues, dyes, and parabens
Light weight shampoo provides a clean luscious bounce
Conditioner keeps hair detangled, nourished, and maintains full volume

Naked Volume Dry Shampoo

Great for days when you don’t have time to wash your hair
Refreshes your look for lightweight, clean hair — even on days when you don’t wash
The natural tapioca formula absorbs excess oil and transforms lifeless, oily hair into fresh hair
Delights senses with the crisp essence of citrus and mint
How to use: Gently spray on and work into roots, brush out as desired

Naked Volumizing Souffle

Weightless, volumizing styler gives you a lift for fullness that lasts
Delights the senses with a boost of grapefruit and mint
How to use: Gently work mousse through wet hair for volume

Enter to win the $50 Wal-Mart gift card using the widget below. US Only. And if you just can stand to wait, the limited edition kit is exclusively available online here.

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Darphin’s Essential Oil Elixirs “Oil of the Month” and GIVEAWAY

I always love a good try-before-you-buy deal. Especially for skin care when you need to make sure it works with your skin. Darphin launched a pretty genius offer – on the 8^th of every month Darphin will be featuring one of their oils and a chance to try it out free of charge! If you go into any Darphin retailer (Blue Mercury, Space NK or any store in listed Darphin store directory on their site) you can get an oil sample without having to purchase anything. If you’d like to go through the online route, receive the “Oil of the Month” with any Darphin purchase, regardless of cost, when you type in the word ELIXIR into the code box.

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A little more about the Essential Oil Elixirs: these oils, designed for evening application, are created from 100% natural ingredients. Available in eight formulas:

Organic Chamomile Aromatic Care – Essential oil care for Sensitive Skin
Organic Jasmine Aromatic Care – Essential oil care for Mature Skin
8-Flower Nectar – A precious youth elixir
Organic Tangerine Aromatic Care – Essential oil care for First Signs of Aging
Organic Rose Aromatic Care – Essential oil care for Normal Skin
Organic Orange Blossom Aromatic Care – Essential oil care for Normal Skin
Organic Niaouli Aromatic Care – Essential oil care for Overactive Skin
Organic Myrrh Aromatic Care – Essential oil care for Dry or Very Dry Skin

I’ve been testing the Organic Rose Aromatic Care for a couple weeks and love the balanced hydration it delivers. Even though it is designed for PM use, I also have used it in the AM and I love the way it looks under makeup for a dewy, glowy appearance. I’m not a fan of rose scent, but this oil didn’t have an overwhelmingly strong fragrance.

And a little treat for you guys today – I’ve partnered up with Darphin to give away one of these oils (your choice of which formula) to one lucky reader! Just enter using the widget below. US Only.

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