Micheal Todd True Organics INTENSIVE Eye Treatment Review

This is a RAVE review of Michael Todd True Organics INTENSIVE Eye Treatment Cream.  It is simply amazing.  It seriously blows the Clinique All About Eyes Rich (my go to eye cream) out of the water.  I have been using the Michael Todd Organic Eye Treatment for a month now and it's wonderful.  It feels luxurious.  It applies like butter.  No pulling or tugging.  It melts into my skin quickly, leaving a silky feeling to my under eye area.  It's so moisturizing and a real benefit to my skin with so many natural ingredients.  No creasing or caking under my makeup.  It definitely de-puffs the eye area.  The retail price is $38 but I got mine from Groupon when it was $19.  You can also apply this cream over your eyelids.  I cannot say one bad thing about this cream.  Please try this eye cream you will absolutely fall in love with it. 

Ingredient list per Micheal Todd website:

Aloe Barbadensis (Organic Aloe) Juice, Olea Europaea (Organic Olive) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Organic Jojoba) Oil, Lavendula Angustifolia (Organic Lavender) Distillate, Emulsifying Wax, Palm Stearic Acid, Lavandula X Intermida ‘Super’ Extract, , Aspalathus Lineans (Organic Rooibos Tea) Tincture, , Oenotheris Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Punica Granatum (Organic Pomegranate) Tincture, Euterpe Oleracea (Acai Fruit) Pulp Powder, Hyaluronic Acid, Eyeliss® (3%), Haloxyl® (3%), Copper peptide GHK-Cu (Copper tripeptide-1), Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, Calendula Officinalis (Organic Calendula) Extract, Aphanizomenon Flos-Aqua (Blue Green Algae) Tincture, Xanthan Gum (Polysaccharide Gum), Citric Acid.

I Love Michael Todd Intensive Eye Treatment

Cozy and Warm

It's so chilly out that all I can think of is wearing cozy and warm clothing.  Gap has some really comfy items.  Take a look.

Cozy and Warm

Flannel Shirt , Scarf, Duffle Coat, Grey Wool Coat, Sweater, PJ Set

Prayer out to those affected by Sandy

Hurricane Sandy has affected many people from NY, NJ, PA and many more.  My thoughts go out to those who are still suffering.  I live on the East Coast and it's an extremely scary time for us.  So much flooding in NY and NJ.  So many items have been ruined.  Many people in the suburbs or rural areas have private wells and private septic.  So if there is no electricity then they have no running water and no way to flush toilets except by finding buckets of water to put into toilets.  High schools that have power are opening up so people can charge cell phones and take showers.  Its very cold here on the East coast and people just can't get warm enough.  Of course many people are living at family and friends houses but they still need to be home at times.  I went yesterday to get gas and I was the last person to fill my tank before everyone was turned away because the gas station had run out of gas.  My children have not gone to school in a week because there is no power at the school. My prayers go out to all of those that have been affected.  Stay strong!

Todays Style Look- Rainy Day

 


Trench Coat , Boots, Cords, Sweater, Nail Polish

Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer Review

Lately, I have been obsessing about makeup and trying to find products that really work for me. Once I decide what works for me than I am pretty loyal to those products.  I love my Alima Pure satin mineral foundation and I thought that pairing it with a primer would make for an even better application.. 

I researched some primers and decided to purchase Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer from Wal-Mart.

I really liked the texture and it made my skin feel like satin when I first placed it on my skin. 

That being said, there were a few things that I didn't like about this product.  After applying my mineral foundation I did not see any visible difference from when I did not have a primer on. Within 5 minutes after putting it on, my skin began to feel very tight and very dry.  It was drying my skin out and I could actually feel it happening.  The next day I woke up to tiny red blemishes on face. 

This product really did not work for me at all. I don't think I will ever try a primer again.  I'm sorry I did not take an actual picture or swatch of the primer but I returned it before I thought about actually writing a review of it.  Bottom line- I do not recommend this product if you have dry skin.

Please let me know if you have ever tried this product and what you thought of it. 

Sibu Sea Buckthorn Body Cream Review

Today I would like to review one of my favorite all natural body creams.  It's from a company called  Sibu  and it's the Sea Buckthorn Body Cream.  I love finding skin care products that are natural and work wonderfully.

Pros-
Smells great- a light tangerine smell.
Hydrates skin
Not greasy
Quick absorption leaving a velvety smooth feeling
It's all natural!

Cons-
None at all

As you can see I have nothing bad to say about this product.  I just love it.  My children love it as well.  I highly recommend it.

Ann Taylor 30% off Sale

 Some of my picks:



Denim
Teal Blouse
Crepe Blouse
Pea Coat
Necklace
Heels

Have a wonderful day!

Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream Review

 I saw this Maybelline Dream Fresh BB cream at the drugstore and decided to pick it up.  It looked interesting to me.  I am always on the look out for a tinted moisturizer for those days when I'm in a rush.  I liked that the ingredients did not contain any aluminum products, talc, chemical sunscreen or parabens. 

 I picked up the medium shade.  As you can see this is very liquidy.  I really liked the texture of this and it had no odor.

It blended very nice and smoothly. 

This is a pic of it all blended in. When placed on my face some areas were dewy looking and other areas seemed somewhat matte looking.  This product should really be called a tinted moisturizer because that's essentially what it is to me.  I don't think that it covers my redness around my nose at all.  But that's not what a tinted moisturizer is suppose to do. As far as sunscreen it does say that it has spf 30.  The sunscreen is a physical sunscreen of titanium dioxide.  I think that if you are in a rush, this will work perfectly with some concealer for your more problem areas. This may work great as a primer also.  I think this product is for those with normal to dry or extremely dry skin.  This is not for those that have oily skin.    Overall, I like this product if you are looking for a nice tinted moisturizer and have normal to dry skin.


It claims to be an 8 in 1 skin perfector:  Here are my thoughts on these claims:
• Blurs imperfections-  yes, it does blur slighltly
• Brightens-  I did not really see brightening
• Evens skin tone-  It does even out the skin tone slightly
• Smoothes-  It does smooth out your skin
• Hydrates-  It feels very hydrating
• Enhances-  yes slightly
• Protects with SPF 30-  yes with a physical sunscreen of titanium dioxide 
• 0% oils and heavy ingredients- I agree

Let me know if you have tried it and what you think.

Alima Pure Satin Matte Foundation Review

 


Not long ago I was on the hunt for a good foundation.  My criteria was as follows:
- Not too many unnecessary ingredients and chemicals. 
- A light to moderate foundation
- A foundation that did not feel heavy on my skin

I came across Alima Pure while searching the web and decided to give it a try.  Let me start off by saying
Alima Pure Satin Matte Foundation is an AMAZING product. They have many shades to choose from and a shade selector to help you if you are really not able to decide.  They have samples which are only $1.50.  The samples come with a good amount of product in them.  I decided that Neutral 3.5 is the best shade for me. It's smooth, light and it covers the redness around my nose very well.  It doesn't wear off after a few hours.  This loose powder foundation only has a few basic ingredients.  I had never used a loose powder foundation before but it blended so easily that I became a pro at it in no time at all.  They even sent me a few free samples with my order.  It truly is a great foundation. I suggest giving them a try.

Todays Style Look- Neutrals

 
(Aldo Havasy Purse, Old Navy Geo print scarf, American Eagle Skinny Jeans, Sweater, Bootie)

Happy Fall!  This outfit was inspired by today's chilly weather.  I was in and out of the car today.  In the car I was warm but outside was chilly.  This outfit is perfect for days like today.  Isn't the purse adorable!  

Todays Style Look

(Merona Rose Gold Watch from Target, Old Navy Rockstar Jeans, Payless Glitter flats, Old Navy Boat Neck Tee, American Eagle Beaded Hoop, American Eagle Love and Hope Bracelet)

This is such an easy and affordable way to dress classic and casual.    Throw on a denim jacket if it gets chilly and your good to go.  Enjoy!

Merona Rose Gold Watch

Merona Rose Gold Watch from Target

I blogged earlier this week about wanting the Merona Rose Gold Watch from Target along with some other accessories.  I did make it to Target for this weeks sale.  The watch came out to $11.99.  It's beautiful and it feels wonderful.  I would compare it to a high end watch we all know and love.  It does not feel cheap at all. I honestly love it.  I've only had it for 2 days and I've gotten so many compliments already.

Update:  6/30/2013- I'm not sure that they sell this watch anymore but here are some that I have found that are similar with varying prices.(click on words below  to find out more info.)
  bracelet watch, womens watch, watch with stones, stella watch, Style&co watch.

Orly Rage Nail Polish

 I am sure you have seen Rose Gold accessories everywhere.  Well,  how about rose gold nails.  Earlier this summer I found Orly Rage nail polish.  I love, love, love this polish.

• It goes on smoothly.  
• It dries quickly.  
• No streaks.  
• The color is a beautiful shimmery rose gold.

It lasted for more than a week without chipping.  I wore it during the summer and I know I will be wearing it even more during the Fall.  It's a beautiful color.

My Wish List.....

Look what I found in the Target ad in the Sunday newspaper.  Three beautiful accessories.

My wish list for this week:
1.  Blue teardrop earrings
2.  Blue, aquamarine and mint color stackable (chevron) rings
3.  Rose gold Merona watch

These are totally my style.  Definitely must make a trip to Target. 

Sibu Skincare and Clinique All Abut Eyes

My skincare routine is very basic.  My skin does not have many blemishes or problems to begin with.  I do have some redness around my nose and my skin is normal to dry.

Cleanse face- Sibu- Cleanse and Detox soap
Moisturize- Sibu-Sea Buckthorn Repair and Protect facial cream
Eye cream- Clinique- All About Eyes Rich

I like not having to put too many products on my face and this seems to work wonderfully for me.  Skincare is essential in maintaining your beauty.  I recently discovered the Sibu line of skincare and I am loving it.  It's an all natural skincare line.  Since using Sibu, my skin has become more radiant and it evens out my skintone.  I really cannot say enough about this product.  I recommend it to everyone.  I even recommend it to younger readers because it's all natural.

I have been trying out a few high end and drugstore eye creams.  Clinque All About Eyes Rich really works the best for me.  I really do feel it benefits the skin under my eyes .  It's moisturizing, reduces dark circles and de-puffs.   I haven't tried the Sibu eye cream yet.  But once I do I'll let you know if I like it more than the Clinique eye cream.

 Again, maintaining beautiful skin is essential.  Take the time to at least have a good skincare routine even if you you don't have time to put any makeup on. 

Mascara and Lipstick

 Here are someMascara's and Lipsticks that I have tried and really like.

Mascara:

Tarte- Lights Camera Lashes-  Makes my lashes look so pretty.

Clinique mascara- Honestly I love all of them.  They do not irritate my eyes.

Maybelline Megaplush Volume mascara- This feels so nice.  It doesn't feel clumpy.  A really lovely mascara.

Lip balm:

Burt’s Bee's- Original beeswax- The mint flavor is a little overpowering at first but quickly the flavor fades.  It really makes my dry lips feel amazing.

Lipstick:

Revlon Lip Butter- Cotton Candy shade.  I just love the neutral pink shade with some gold shimmer.

Clinique Long Last lipstick- Twilight Nude shade- This is a beautiful shade that can bring you right into Fall.

Thank you so much for visiting my blog.  This is my first post.  So let me introduce myself.  My name is Kat.  I am creating this blog to help myself and other women grow in style. I know that there was a time when my whole life revolved around my children.  I didn't think about myself. Then I realized one day that I had forgotten about myself.  Where had my style gone?  I didn't even own a lipstick or lip gloss anymore.  So here I am trying to find my style again.   I really hope you enjoy my blog posts.  Here is a picture of me and my wonderful husband.  Enjoy!