How I keep moisturized in the winter- MAC, Gerber & Dermaglow

I cant believe I haven't done a post like this before! Living in Canada comes with its ups and downs. This is how I'm battling the winter 2011:

For ALL over:

MAC Naked Honey Salve

Formulated from honey, organic beeswax, sunflower oil, and other natural ingredients, this rich honey-scented and flavoured salve instantly moisturizers and helps recondition dry skin. Multi-purpose. Use everywhere.

I love this because its NOT greasy. I hate using products that make me feel like I'm putting petroleum jelly all over my body. This can used alone or combined to seal in moisture.

Elbows and in between fingers

Gerber Grins & Giggles Moisturizing Stick

Soothes dry, chapped skin

I got this at Big Lots in USA. I know its for babies ♥   I love the fact that its small & lightly scented! I bring it everywhere because it`s not messy.

Arms & hands:

MAC Mineralized All Over Lotion

A moisturizing lotion for face and body formulated with M∙A∙C's exclusive diamond-infused Charged Water technology. Silky and smooth in application, dynamic in action: Fast-tracks hydration to quickly restore dry skin's natural balance. Lightweight, and free of fragrance, mineral oil, and colour. Use alone on face and body or blend with pigments or foundations to sheer out application. Good for all skin types.

This product is AMAZING!  Super Hydrating. Yes its $29.50 each but a little goes a long way. This is a product that I can use alone and not have to worry if I`m ashy a few hours after.

Face:

 Dermaglow Hydration Fix 

Whether your complexion is dry, oily, or somewhere in between, this serum corrects dehydration by delivering an intensive dose of moisture. The result is skin that’s supple, youthful and radiant. 

This is a Canadian product. I can only use in the winter because its thick!  Perfect Barrier to defend your face from the harsh winter weather.

Have you tried any of these products?

Do you want to win a $100 gift certificate from glowingbeauty.ca?

Hey Girls!

I recently got a cool email from www.glowingbeauty.ca informing me that they have a $100 gift certificate giveaway going on!

All you have to do is go to their contest page - http://www.glowingbeauty.ca/index.php/contest_jan_2011 and enter the contest by putting in your name & address. In box labeled "Where did you find us" input Spiced Beauty. If you win you get an extra $25.00 for putting in my name..So a $125.00 total gift certificate.

You can use that towards a Clarisonic Mia and pay less than $50.00!!

WOOOOOO :D

This giveaway is for Canadians only.

LuLus.com $25.00 gift card GIVEAWAY!

Believe it or not Valentines Day is around the corner. I want to help you look your best. I'm giving away a $25.00 LuLus.com Gift Card!

LuLu*s started with the vision of providing the latest for the fashionably hip along with providing exceptional value, quality, and superb customer service. We welcome you and hope that you visit often. We add new, great items to our website every week!

This giveaway is not only for the people who are going out for valentines day.. But the timing is perfect, so take advantage of it :)

These are some of my picks from their website!

Moon Terrace Creme Dress

Hibiscus Melody Red Dress

Twilight Serenade One Shoulder Dress

BEFORE you enter Please check if LuLus.com Ships to your country by CLICK HERE

Rules:
Must be a follower of Spicedbeauty.com
Must be over 18
This is open to all 25 countries that LuLus.com ships to!

How to enter: Leave your comments below
Name:
Email:
What are you getting:
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TWEET THIS:
Want to look your best for Valentines Day?! Win a $25GC @lulusdotcom from @JennMUA  http://t.co/w4th2VF

 CONTEST ENDS:

January 31, 2011

FOTD using Barry M Cosmetics!

This is a simple look for my movie date to see Black Swan. Since I have a lot of Barry M goodies, I decided to test some of it out. Girls..everything I used was soo pigmented! Products like these just make you fall in love with makeup all over. Haha! I know it's weird but my "junkies" exactly what I mean.



Here is what I used:

•  Barry M Dazzle Dust in 44 (Bronze)
• Barry M Lip Lacquer Pencil Crayon 2 (Cherry Red)
• Barry M 3 N 1 Mascara

 I need to spotlight the Dazzle Dust & Lip Lacquer because there GORGEOUS. Please click the pictures to see these in HD.

I generally never touch a lipstick with sparkles because they look "gritty'...but the lacquers are smooth & glossy. I want every color!

What do you think of the look?

As most of you can see from several Canadian Bloggers BarryM may be coming to Canada. So support the moment and Like this BarryM page!

Winter 2011 Blog Sale - LOWERED PRICES

I really need to have this blog sale to free up some space in my room. Make up is taking over!! 6 traincases, 2 medium sized clear drawers... I won't even go on. I will just conclude with I need to get rid of some of these stuff....ASAP
I ship to Canada and US.....if your from another country msg me
Your purchase must be a minimum of $10.00
USA shipping is $5.50
If your CDN and out of GTA/Toronto message me for shipping rates

If you're in GTA we can maybe meet up to save shipping cost
Paypal or Online Interact money order ONLY
EMAIL: jenn (@) spicedbeauty (dot) com
I'm not responsible for the package once it is sent out...
FREE gifts in all packages <3

MAC Liquidlast Liner Molten Sol

Swatched x1 on back of hand

$10.00

Mini MAC LIPGLASS Delicate Crush SOLD

Various MAC Lippes

 Left to Right:
Nice Mix up $9.00, Roman Holiday $8.00, Style Warrior $10.00,
Lustre White $7.00

 See Thru Lip Color in Secret Crush SOLD

Brand New Jessie's Girl Bejeweled Eyeshadow Quad 432A-1

I have no idea how much this should go for $3.00 or Best Offer

Are you ready for M·A·C Wonder Woman Collection?

Introducing

M·A·C Wonder Woman

Available February 10, 2011 through mid April, 2011

 For Spring 2011, take a trip to Paradise Island with a legendary line up of super-sized Mineralize Skinfinish, bold Eye Shadow quads, Pigment, Opulash, Lipsticks and oversized Lipglass, jumbo-big Powder Blush and Penultimate Eye Liner, Nail Lacquer and Lash inspired by the larger-than-life Bold Babe. Dashing and dazzling, the iconic super heroine reminds us that inside every woman is a Mighty Aphrodite full of courage, confidence and charisma. Kaboom! Mission Accomplished!

I love the packaging and colors in this collection. These are some of my favorites:

Russian Red Intense bluish-red (Matte)

$15.50US/$18.50CDN

Golden Lariat True coral with fine gold shimmer/Soft
suntanned bronze/Soft gold with fine shimmer

$35.00 U.S./$42.00 CDN

Reflects Bronze Sparkling rich gold

$21.00 U.S./$25.00 CDN

Obey Me True red

$14.00 U.S./$16.50 CDN

PENULTIMATE EYE LINER
Rapidblack True black

$18.50 U.S./$22.00 CDN

Have you seen the collection yet? What do you want?

OOTD Easy and Simple for only $10.00

This outfit is so simple but soooo cute! For years I would never wear t-shirt..long story but off the shoulder shirts were my thing.

On one of my many trips to Stitches.. I found this top. It's actually made of a light sweater material! So it's perfect for Fall & Winter...After going to the cash with 3 items I realized everything in the store is 50% off.

What I'm wearing:

Long grey Pocket tank- $1.50 from Stitches

Studded Off the Shoulder top- $2.00 from Stitches

Long wing necklace- $2.00 from Stitches

2 finger ring- $2.00 from Sirens

Tights - $2.50 from Stitches

That's a $10 outfit ladies!

 Loves it! What do you guys think about the prizes?

Make up Inspiration- Nicki & Rihanna

Rihanna face looks amazing <3 I don't like Nicki's lashes but that glitter link is hot!

Try Something new: Sephora Dry Oil

My BF gave me a Sephora card for Christmas, so on boxing day I decided to use it :) 

I got my first Dry Oil from Sephora. In store I had no idea what benefits it had..LOL. I just knew it smelt good.

What it is:

A lightly scented, deeply moisturizing oil for the body.

What it is formulated to do:

Excellent for those with very dry skin or those who don't want to wait for a moisturizer to be absorbed, this dry oil mists a light, hydrating veil onto skin. It absorbs immediately with no sticky, oily residue. 

 This spray is everything it claims to be! I love the fact that I can spray it and it smells like coconuts.. not rubbing alcohol with a tint of coconuts. Look at the picture I sprayed it and rubbed my arms together and it dried instantly.

It also has Jojoba oil. Here are the benefits:

• Provides all day moisture – jojoba oil doesn’t evaporate like water based moisturizers can.
• Very stable – jojoba oil does not become rancid or lose antioxidants even after long periods of storage.
• Spreads well and absorbs well.
• The organic variety is free of pesticides, GMOs, and is sustainably farmed.

This is a definite recommend :)

Have you tried a dry oil before?

Christmas Presents from the BF!

I decided to show them because he did a great job this year. I`m difficult to shop for LOL.. Mostly because I don't want anything..

I know some people are giving me the WDF face but honestly..if I want something I buy it myself...

On to the presents : D

I have had my curve for 18 months and needed an upgrade.. I decided to go with the newest Bold 9780. It came with the latest BB software which I love. The BF put up 1/4 of the cost LOL. I had to buy a Hello Kitty cover for it :D

He got me a screen protector/mirror to put on my screen. This is genius because I can`t be bothered to dig up my bag for my HK one in this cold. Also an extra pink cover for my phone. I think I may bling this one out :D

I really need a new curling iron. He got me a Conair one which has a heat dial. Good Job!

I think this is my first real leather wallet. I better take care of it LOL

MAC and Sephora Giftcard... *faint* Buying makeup & not spending my own money *thumbs up*

Oh ya!!! The sephora giftcard comes with a lovely double sided mirror :D

I loved everything :)

How do you think he did?

You don't want your giveaway prize?? NEW ANNABELLE WINNERS

I know that title is deep but that's exactly how I feel right now. Excuse my grammar and punctuation it's past 1:00am. I recently had a giveaway for my 2nd Bloggerversary and the turn out was amazing!

All my giveaways are a combination of either from my pocket or sponsored by a company. They are also specific for my readers. There is millions of blogs out there and I want to support the individuals who support me! It's fair..plus times are hard. Who doesn't want a little extra in their stash *shrug*

Moving on...my issue is the lack of involvement from the winners. If your not interested in the prices WHY PARTICIPATE?!? One yes only ONE of my three winners contacted me for prizes..HUH?!?

It's not just me..I am hearing this from several blogs lately.. I refuse to stalk someone who does NOT what the prize.


So if your planning on entering my anyone of giveaway's and not claiming your prize..PLEASEEEE DO NOT ENTER!!
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On to a happier note congrats to my NEW winners..email your addy, so I can mail you your goodies :)
I used random.org.. There was 186 entries.

Entry 156

amy band

anyi@gmail.com

&

Entry 14

Shaylee

cosmeticallycurious@gmail.com

*** My rant was totally not intended to be malicious at all..***

OOTD: Lumberjack-Jenn??

A few weeks ago, while Christmas shopping I found this cute checkered print shirt in Bluenotes. Being a "petite" girl.... Men's shirts are not ideal but this one was slim fit. I`ve always wanted a lumberjack shirt & on sale is always a plus!

What I'm wearing:

Pocket tank- $1.50 from Stitches
Lumberjack shirt- $5.00 from Bluenotes
Long wing necklace- $2.00 from Stitches
Belt- $14.95 from H&M
Bow ring- $6.95 from H&M
Black leggings- $9.99 from Winner's
Studded low boots- $30.00 from Boardwalk Shoes


Close up of the key pieces! I loveeee the ring and necklace :) Quite Unique.

What is your favorite piece?