Happy birthday Caboodles!

"Caboodles" celebrates 25 years as makeup case leaders!  To celebrate, they made 1,000 of the original fishing tackle boxes. Like them on FB, http://www.facebook.com/Caboodles. Wish them Happy Birthday or tweet @realcaboodles to win one!

The Perfect Manicure at Your Fingertips

If you're like me, you know the feeling of sitting down to do your nails and not being able to find the nail file or discovering you're out of nail polish remover. Now there's no need to stress--an amazing new product on the market provides everything you need for the perfect manicure at home in one convenient package.

The innovative new cosmetics company, Duality Cosmetics, has conjured up Nail•Pak, a patented 3-in-1 nail care system designed to manicure nails in three simple steps—R.F.P… Remove, File and Polish.   Inspired  by the fashionista in all of us who have the desire to create and maintain well-manicured nails, the Nail•Pak is the answer to your nail care needs whether you are at home, at work or on the road.

The unique and portable Nail•Pak is a complete nail care system in one convenient patented package.  The top half contains an on-trend nail polish or treatment  lacquer, the bottom half houses 40 user-friendly, pre-soaked polish remover pads—which can easily be replaced with a refill Pak when needed—and a mini removable nail file is strategically placed in between.

The best part is that the colors are gorgeous--from soft pinks, blues and purples to deep reds and corals to vibrant yellow and orange.There are treatment formulas too, designed for quick drying, rebuilding and strengthening.

Keeping nail health in mind, the long lasting, salon strength formulation  in the polish and treatment laquers are chipresistant and free of dibutyl-phthalate, toluene and formaldehyde.  To ensure nails stay as healthy and strong when taking off polish, the pre-soaked freshly scented Nail Polish Remover Pads have been formulated free of damaging acetone and alcohol and instead contain healing and moisturizing Vitamin E and Aloe Vera.

Duality Cosmetics’ Nail•Pak, which comes in its own drawstring travel pouch, retails for $15.00.  All products will be available at DualityCosmetics.com. Never leave home--or do your manicure at home--without it!

Out in the sun this summer? Even if you're super diligent about your sunscreen, the sun can wreak havoc on your skin.  Just back from a cruise where sitting on the top deck of the ship makes you feel even closer to the sun, I've found a new daily go-to beauty product.

Atopalm Moisturizing Skin Revitalizing Complex ($35 at www.atopalm.com) is the perfect antidote for combatting the effects of the sun. This rich, advanced anti-aging skin care treatment targets fine lines, wrinkles, laugh lines, rough skin, and more.  Employing a blend of peptides, vitamin C, and other unique anti-aging ingredients, as well as Atopalm’s MLE technology, it replenishes hydration, leading to a softer, suppler, and more radiant complexion.

Have a Safe July 4th -- with Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard

Whether you’re headed to a July 4th bbq or spending the day at the beach, don't leave home without Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard insect repellents. Every Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard product is DEET-free. Skin So Soft Bug Guard insect repellents are suitable for the entire family and contain one of two EPA-registered active ingredients, IR3535® or Picaridin. The best thing about them is that they not only guard against pesty insects, they contain SPF to protect you from the sun as well. So convenient--and makes it easier to get out the door and get to your July 4th plans pronto. 

Choose from: 

• Bug Guard Plus IR3535® Expedition ™ SPF 30 ($14-$16) – This powerful product provides sun and insect protection in one. Available in an Aerosol spray and Pump spray, the formula offers strong, long-lasting protection against mosquitoes, deer ticks, sand flies, gnats, no-seeums and biting midges.

• Bug Guard Plus Picaridin ($14-$16) – Offering protection during dusk and dawn, when mosquitoes are more active, this formula repels deer ticks that may transmit Lyme disease and mosquitoes that may carry West Nile virus.  Bug Guard Plus Picaridin is available as an Aerosol Spray, Pump Spray and travel-friendly Towelettes.

• Bug Guard Plus IR3535® SPF 30 Lotions ($14) – These formula s effectively repel mosquitoes, deer ticks, black flies, sand flies, gnats, no-seeums and biting midges.  Aloe and Vitamin E-enriched formulas are available as a Gentle Breeze Lotion and Cool ‘n Fabulous Disappearing Color Lotion.

If you forget to use your Bug Guard insect repellent, Avon has the care you need with new Skin So Soft Bug Guard Anti-Itch Spray ($10), providing temporary relief to itching insect bites and soothes with Avon’s formula. It does not repel insects.

Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard Collection is available exclusively through Avon Representatives. To locate an Avon Representative call 1-800-FOR-AVON or visit www.avon.com.

Any great offer from Dr.'s Remedy is worth taking advantage of! You get more of this good-for-you spot cover treatment for less! Enter the promo code ICSpring2012 to get 50% off Dr.'s Remedy's Instant Cover.

Spring Trends, as reported by celebrity stylist Susan Redstone on KDFW Fox Good Day Dallas

Spring is here and some of the latest beauty trends will make you grateful the weather is looking brighter. Celebrity stylist Susan Redstone shares her favorite spring trends, as she did on the set of FOX Good Day Dallas. Read on and get ready to get beautiful...

TREND -- PLAYFUL COLOR NAILS
The hot nail colors for spring are fresh, bold and fun to wear. Thanks to the talented podiatrists behind Dr.'s Remedy Enriched Nail Polish, this season we can indulge in some pretty amazing shades that are free of formaldehyde and toxins found in most commercial nail polish and look great too. Try "Grateful Grape", "Hopeful Hot Pink", or "Youthful Yellow" and prepare to wow them with your new look. $17 each, at www.remedynails.com

TREND -- FOAM
When warmer weather comes along, the last thing you want is to feel a heavy layer of foundation on your face. New scientifically advanced Dream Nude AirFoam Foundation from Maybelline is a remarkably ultra-lightweight formula. The refined pigments are pre-dispersed in the air for effortless application and 100% nude perfection. Plus, it has SPF 16, doesn't clog pores and is great for any skin tone. All 12 shades are available at www.maybelline.com and drugstores nationwide, for $10.99..

TREND -- PRESERVATIVE FREE SKINCARE
Puristics Totally Ageless "Advanced Skin Rejuvenating Lotion" has no added preservatives at any stage. That means no dyes and no fragrances. It replenishes your skin while delivering good-for-you ingredients. What else would you want to put on your skin? Available at drugstores nationwide for $19.99.

TREND -- VALUE PRODUCTS THAT WORK
When it comes to saving money by buying the basics, it's a no-brainer. Choose trusted brands like Vaseline to give you great quality at an amazing value. Vaseline Total Moisture is lotion that feels good and works to moisturize and soften your skin. Enriched with oats, aloe, cocoa and other natural scents, you can use it liberally because you're not paying an arm and a leg. Only $3.99 at a drugstore near you.

TREND -- GROW YOUR NATURAL LASHES
Lush lashes are envied by all women but for some, difficult to achieve. Rapidlash is an over-the-counter lash growth serum that grows your natural lashes to new lengths in 30 days. All you need is one bottle--$49.99 at www.rapidlash.com.

TREND -- CUSTOMIZED MASCARA
Head into spring and summer making eye contact every chance you get. NYX Cosmetics Boudoir Mascara Collection features seven different kinds of mascara, all designed to give your personal lashes the attention they deserve. Pick up your favorite formula at Ulta Stores for only $6 each.

get smooth, young, radiant looking skin this vday, with Algenist

When it comes to skincare, we're always hoping for a major discovery that will give us back the skin of our youth. That's why Alegenist products are somewhat of a miracle.

What started as a renewable energy project in San Francisco has turned into an unexpected discovery. Algenist comes from a team of scientists who were studying microalgae-based energy solutions when they uncovered alguronic acid, a powerful compound with never-before-seen potential for younger-looking skin. Algenist focuses on the ability of effective, bioactive ingredients to deliver visible anti-aging results to the skin.

Combining advanced biotechnology expertise, the regenerative power of Alguronic Acid, and targeted skin bioactives in every formula, Algenist anti-aging products correct, enhance, and protect the skin.

Algenist works by increasing cellular regeneration to slow and repair signs of aging. Stimulating skin cell regeneration, eliminating old, damaged cells and promoting the growth of new, vital skin cells, produces noticeable improvements in skin texture and appearance.

Firming & Lifting Cream ($94 for 2 US fl. oz.), an ultra-firming and restructuring cream tightens and lifts while reinforcing the skin structure. The unique combination of Alguronic Acid + ProPeptide³ boosts production of skin's key structural proteins: elastin, collagen, and proteoglycans to rebuild firmness and tone the skin. Facial contours are redefined to create a more toned and sculpted appearance...which means you'll get your cheeks back, lose a couple of chins and see your entire face look smoother and more radiant.

Firming & Lifting Eye Gel ($68 .5 US fl oz), a lightweight, refreshing gel, combines Alguronic Acid + ProPeptide³ to stimulate synthesis of skin’s key structural proteins, rebuilding skin density while firming, tightening and lifting the delicate skin around the eyes. Eye contours are redefined revealing a recharged and youthful appearance...so you can say goodbye to fine lines and not-so-fine ones too. If you're planning on making eyes with someone this Valentine's Day, use this eye gel first.

Firming & Lifting Intensive Mask ($52 2.7 US fl oz.), a unique gel mask, restores skin elasticity, structure and suppleness. Alguronic Acid + ProPeptide³ promotes elastin, collagen and proteoglycan production to help reduce the effects of aging and gravity on the skin. It feels surprisingly lightweight on your skin and seems to tighten without making your face feel like it's about to crack off. Skin appears immediately firm, toned and sculpted so you feel good about your skin after just one use.

Algenist products are available at Sephora and QVC. For more info, go to www.algenist.com.