One Stuffed Stocking

Santa was exceptionally generous this year and 

filled my mantle-hung booty with all sorts of irresistible products!!

Check out what the big guy gifted me:

TIGI Dual Bronzer- This combo pack provides whatever you need on any given day! Feeling like you need a bit of bronze? Hit up the right side of this gem! Simply looking for a highlight to your cheek bones? Use the left! For a perfect, sunkissed glow, blend the two together!! This is a must have-especially during the winter when our skin lacks a bit of mother nature shed vitamin D.

Essence, Stay All Day Concealer-Santa really did think of everything!! I love this long lasting stick that hides my facial imperfections. It's easy application and beautiful blendability (is that a word? it is now!) make it a new key player in my arsenal of products!!

Lady Gaga, Fame- When she isn't belting out kick-butt pop and dance jams, abusing the piano in the best possible way, or rocking a meat-suit, Lady Gaga is designing perfumes! Contrary to popular belief, this is not a bottle of blood and semen scent, but rather a feminine fluid with notes of saphron, honey, and apricot!

Essence, Color & Go- Any super busy gal on the go who also loves a fresh manicure needs this polish in her life!! These cute little bottles of fun come in endless hues and really do provide a quick drying, professional finish.

Avon, Luxe Clutch Eyeshadow-This adorably packaged, mirrored compact contains 10 tempting shades of shadow, ideal for day or night! I plan to make this my go-to for eye lid hues at home or travel!

Essence-Stay All Day Long Lasting Eye Shadow-Santa knows I'm a hard working chick, who often puts in some long days, so this delicate yet powerful shadow is a must have to keep looking fresh faced throughout it all! I'm loving the shade "For Faries", but per the usual, Essence has an eye shadow in every flavor imaginable!

NYC~Bronzing Powder

New York Color is a fun, affordable make up line appropriate for ladies of all ages and skin colors and their bronzing powder is a summer must-have! This cutely compact product has a no-fail application and is the easiest way to brighten up your cheek bones, add a bit of overall glow to your entire face, or to simply create a sun-kissed glow without having to rely on risky sun exposure!

In what seems like endless shades and shade combinations, I promise you will find this must-buy brightening your face without lightening your wallet!!

Tarte: Beauty in a Box

Tarte
Beauty in a Box: Smoky EyesThis exclusive value set has everything you need for a night on the town. Sephora and Tarte have created the perfect combination that can be taken just about anywhere. I absolutely love the Lock & Roll 12 - hour eyeshadow in bronze. Every time I wear it, I get compliments. It is a complete look that takes only minutes to put on...and lasts all day.

Mally: Bronze Genius Self Tanning Powder Bronzer

From JenB:

Bronze Genius Self Tanning Powder Bronzer

I tested this on my arm and it seemed like it would be great. I only used this once on my face and it seemed to hard to get good coverage without it looking too fake--I think it would work better on someone with a medium skin tone-I don't think the shade is right for me.

From me (Kate):

You know when they tried to make Natalie Wood look Puerto Rican in West Side Story? This was more obvious on me... On the plus side, I didn't break out! The compact is great, nice formulation, would like to try other products by Mally Beauty, hopefully with better results.

Laura Geller: Baby Cakes-Baked Complexion Palette

From JenB:

Baby Cakes-Baked Complexion Palette

There is a "Balance-n-Brighten", a "Ethereal Rose Baked Powder" and a "Bronze-n-Brighten" which all work very well.

The Rose Baked Powder has a nice light rose shade, but not overpowering.

The Bronze-n-Brighten really gives a light bronze, shimmery look.

I don't use the Balance-n-Brighten as much, but the first time it did seem to even my skin tone. bit.

Murad Firming Brozer

Murad
Firming Bronzer SPF for face and body

I just got back from 5 days in sunny Florida, and let me tell you, I took advantage of the sun. My first day back to reality, I decided to try Murad's face bronzer. It is a little watery, and ran out of the tube fast. It actually leaked in my bag, but I'm not sure if I tightened the cap all of the way. The full size comes with a pump, so I am sure all of the runniness and leaking will be avoided. Anyway, this bronzer was a perfect compliment for my tan. It went on light and didn't leave the dreaded face line. The bronzer dries quicky enough that you are able to put it on your neck/body without worrying about it getting on your clothes. My skin was soft and glowing. It also has SPF 15. With this bronzer, I feel like I will get to keep my tan for just a little while longer!

Murad Sunblock/Bronzer

Murad

Firming Bronzer SPF 15

Okay, great color.

No weird smell.

However, the color comes off on EVERYTHING!

It says to wait for the product to dry-- I gave it 7 minutes the 1st try, 15 the next, still have bronzed clothes, car seats, office chairs...

I used just enough to cover, not even full amount recommended for proper SPF coverage.

What gives?