12.05.2014

What's In Santa's Bag? New Beauty Reviews!

Ho, ho, ho! Santa Elle here with some goodies in my...I'll just stop right here before it gets too cheesy! But seriously, it's my monthly post where I share what's in my mailbox. I've got both affordable and luxury beauty items, so let's open up that bag:

Hair Food--Imagine my surprise when I got this big ole crate at my doorstep! Inside are lots of fun products from the new Hair Food line. They have 3 collections from l-r: volume (given to sister since I don't need volume and she has liked it) shampoo and conditioner; thickening treatment (I tried this in my roots for volume and it worked. You'll see the results in my next video); root cleansing shampoo (this gets rid of ALL the buildup!); and the moisture mask that I LOVE (there's also shampoo and conditioner). You'll love the fact that they are paraben-free, and some are silicone and mineral oil-free. Everything smells really good too. They range from $9.99-11.99 at Target!




Next up we have lipstick from Gerard Cosmetics in the shade Cherry Cordial--I've featured their glosses for years on here, but first time with the lipsticks. It looks super dark and vampy, but can be worn as a light stain on the lips. And speaking of stain, that arm was stained for days after that swatch. Swatched in full intensity, above. Kinda like a berry version of Panetone's color of the year, right? $19 gerardcosmetics.com

SK-II Cellumination AuraBright is just about one of the fanciest products I've tried that really works. It gives skin a radiant glow--any pics you've seen of me lately where I'm glowing I am wearing this. It is gorgeous and I kinda am hoarding it. Goodbye dull winter skin! $160 saks, sephora, and neiman-marcus


If you have little girls in your life, you will need to get that credit card out asap, because you will need these books. First we have Disney Princess Hairstyles. You get 40 hairstyles inspired by various princesses (see top right pic). The pics are shot nicely and I love how they used all types of girls. The styles range in difficulty with some basics thrown in. There's also Disney Frozen Hairstyles with 28 different braids, twists and more inspired by Anna and Elsa. The 5 year old I take care of has never seen the movie, but knows all the words to Let It Go and knows all about the sisters. She is going to love this when I give it to her and let's just say I've enjoyed this book way too much. $12.95 http://eddausa.com/books/

PMS. It happens. It sucks. And I've been using this natural supplement called Girl Uninterrupted to help. It comes in this tiny case, and maybe it's psychological, but these actually worked on me. GirlU is an all-natural blend of essential amino acids and all-natural herbs that have been specifically formulated to address all the common symptoms of PMS, which include cramps, bloating, irritability and lack of focus. $14.99 for 1 month supply. girlu.com


If you're looking for items to add to that Christmas Wishlist, you'll love these last two. Dolce & Gabbana released their skincare line this fall and I'm in all into it. It makes me feel all fancy and stuff while I dance around in my apartment--please tell me your fave Pandora stations below! I got to try out 3 of the 13 produtcs, like the Aurealux Cream (very moisturizing and for all skin types), Eye Gel (hard to describe but it has the coolest gel consistency that molds back into its original shape), and the Essential Cleansing Oil (gets rid of all the makeup..everything!). All are lovely items for the transition to cooler, dryer temperatures. I swear by everything I tried and if you can, get these!! http://www.dolcegabbana.com/beauty/skin-care/


This last item should be on everyone's list. It's the Veet Infini'Silk permanent hair reduction system. I purchased the pro version (full review coming soon) and IT REALLY WORKS. I use it monthly now. It uses intense pulse light technology that is cleared by the FDA. This version can be found at http://www.infinisilk.com/ and has a 60 day money back guarantee. 

*products were sent for consideration. I chose to review and share my personal opinions here. Not compensated.

23 comments:

  1. I am going to be waiting for your full review of the Veet thingy... as I am a sasquatch who cannot afford laser hair removal. Seriously... I hope this thing isn't too expensive, because I've been shaving my legs since I was seven. Not "seventeen"... SEVEN. *crossing fingers*

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  2. OMG! My little one would be all over that Disney book! I myself like that Cherry Cordial:)

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  3. I am interested in hearing your review on the Veet system! And I am getting that princess hairstyle book for my neice! Too cute!

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  4. ok i really need to try that veet system! shaving is the worst. xo jillian - cornflake dreams

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  5. i have a system like the veet one and love it

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  6. Oooo... I'm gonna have to look into that Veet system... I can't wait to see your full review!

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  7. I've been wondering about those lipsticks! Everyone talks about them and I haven't tried their glosses yet either. Can't wait for your review of the hair reduction system!

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  8. I got that clarifying shampoo and like it! Love the bottle it's in too!

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  9. Oohh I'm intrigued by the Hair Food stuff!

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  10. The Disney princess hair style book is cool and those PMS pills interest me.

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  11. Ooh love the list and that lip shade is gorgeous (was curious after seeing it on your Insta today!).

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  12. Top of my list are those Disney hair style books - the most adorable things ever! And the Dolce & Gabbana skincare line - I've never tried the brand's makeup or skincare and am looking to treat myself to something new this holiday season. :-)


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  13. Omg that Disney Princesses hairstyle book is so cute! What a fantastic idea. I cant wait til I have a little girl's hair to play with. (:

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  14. I'm sorry, but Santa Elle is just too cute!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lots of fun products you have here! I like that darker lip color, it is really pretty. I always feel vampy with dark colors on my lips I am trying to get more in to it!

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  15. So many fun things here! The princess hair books are too cute, and I'm going to try those hair products. Love how affordable they are!

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  16. Great reviews. Gerard Cosmetics is on my list of things to try next!!

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  17. Great reviews. I should totes get that Frozen book for my niece she is OBSESSED!

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  18. That lip color is gorgeous! Haven't seen that Clariol hair care line, I'll have to check it out.

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  19. OK, I definitely want to try the Hair Food from Clairol. Sounds so healthy. Which one do you recommend best? I have normal-to-oily hair.

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  20. hmm that pms thing sounds interesting! and that lip colour is gorgeous, i can't believe it stayed on your arm for days - talk about staying power!

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  21. You got some very luxurious skincare products. That's great that you enjoy them!

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  22. I can't wait for the full review of the Veet product!

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  23. What??? A Frozen hairstyle book?!!! I love this idea - my 4 year old would absolutely die over this!!

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