Clinique's 7 Day Scrub Exfoliator

Hello Divas!

I hope everyone is having the best day ever!

I have been using Clinique's 7 Day Scrub Cream for the past 10 days and it is simply phenomenal.  I received this cream as part of a Clinique gift with purchase and really never paid it any attention.  But I wanted to give myself a mini-facial and realized I had run out of my favorite exfoliating scrub and decided to give this exfoliator a try.

Per Clinique's ad, this cream will "gently reduce the appearance of fine lines and refine skin."  I can attest this scrub has definitely made my skin tone appear more even and smoother.  I love that it is very gentle.  The micro beads are small so the scrub is not rough or abrasive.  It also is very moisturizing and does not dry out your skin.  I also love the creamy texture of the scrub.  It really feels nice and soothing on my face.  Plus I have not experienced any break-outs using this cream which is always a winner for me!

Clinique's 7 Day Scrub Cream was voted by Allure Magazine as a Reader's Choice Award Winner.  Many women attest to the scrub's ability to improve their skin's texture over a short period of time.  I am so glad I tried and it is now a permanent part of my beauty routine.

Clinique's 7 Day Scrub Cream retails for $18 for a 3.4 oz tube and you can purchase it online here or a any Sephora.

Toodles!

Clinique Bonus at Saks Fifth Avenue

In case you missed the Clinique Bonus at Macy's, earlier this month you can still get a fantastic bonus at Saks Fifth Avenue. With a $35+ purchase, you get 9-piece set! If you're a fan of their YouthSurge moisturizer or their Repairwear Eye Cream, this bonus bag is perfect for you! They also have the bonus basics- the cosmetics bag, mascara, lipstick and eyeshadow colours. Enjoy!

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Clinique Bonus at Macy's Spring 2010

It's that time again...to get your CLINIQUE BONUS at Macy's! I have gotten the last two because the cosmetic bags have been so darn cute! And they did it again. I cannot resist the adorable floral packaging! I have not figured out what I want to get yet, considering that I 1) did not finish using the products I got last time and 2) did not finish using the samples either. If you have suggestions as to what I can get for $21.50 at Clinique, I would appreciate it!

This is what you will get as part of the 7-piece gift set:


They always have their famous Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion, one lipstick, and one mascara. The special cream product changes depending on what is fairly new in the brand and they almost always have eyeshadow! I'm glad that this one has an applicator too! (Last fall's did not but it did have a mirror.)


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Clinique Bonus at Nordstrom's

Get your Clinique Bonus at Nordstrom's now until end of November. For only a $25 purchase, you get all the goodies here. I frankly wish I had waited to get this instead of the Macy's GWP (Gift with Purchase). Why? You get such a prettier bag AND beauty tools! Also this eyequad is so gorgeous.

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Clinique's Even Better Skin Tone Corrector: A Life Saver!

Hello Divas!

I hope everyone is having an awesome day!

If you have been reading my blog, you know that I have been experiencing extremely severe breakouts. Too much stress in my life! I am working on removing all negative elements in my life, so hopefully the breakouts will cease.

During my breakouts, my skin was scarring pretty bad from the acne. I know I needed a skin tone corrector or lightening cream to get rid of the scarring. While reading Shake Your Beauty, one of my favorite blogs, Ms. Tia raved about Clinique's Even Better Skin Tone Corrector with SPF 20. She too was experiencing breakouts and she said this cream evened her skin tone in 4 weeks! Nice!

I knew I had some Clinique samples in my beauty arsenal, so I searched and found the Even Better Skin Tone Corrector. Now this version does not include SPF 20, but I was eager to give it a try. I am happy to report that after 5 weeks of use, my dark marks are almost gone! This cream really really works. Now I am used to using Retinol cream which works within 14 days, but this cream does the job slowly but beautifully over time. Since I have been using this cream, I have not experienced any breakouts and my skin is so very smooth! Love it! My skin tone is brighter, my skin's texture has improved, and it is more even. What is there not to like?

Unfortunately, I just ran out of the sample, so I am running to the mall tomorrow to purchase an one ounce bottle of Even Better Skin Tone Corrector. It retails for $39.50. If you spend $25 or more at any Nordstrom's or Bloomingdales you will receive a free gift with purchase!

Toodles!

Clinique Bonus at Macy's in October

(Source: Macys.com)

It's baaack! I completely forgot about the fall Clinique Bonus at Macy's until I saw a post on a forum. (Check out the Spring Clinique bonus here.) A lovely member was showing off her cute bag (the green one) and I couldn't resist.

Did I need anything from Clinique? Maybe. Did I want to get the bonus? Yes!

With a $21.50 purchase at Macy's or Macys.com, you can get one of the larger makeup bags (green or red delicious apple color) with its accompanying apple-shaped smaller makeup bag. In each you will get:
* Lash double Mascara in Black
* Colour Palette
* 7-Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula
* Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion
* Different Lipstick in Spiced Apple

Speaking of makeup bags, stay tuned next week for my Apple & Bee cosmetic bags haul from the PrettyCity Beauty Sample Sale. You don't want to miss this. :)


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Michelle Smith of Milly Discusses Her Signature Bag for Clinque

Hello Divas!

I hope all is well and fabulous in your world!

As I previously blogged, I met Michelle Smith, designer and creator of Milly during New York Fashion Week. Milly is one of my favorite designers. Her clothes are comfortable, luxe, and so pretty! Her resort wear and swimsuits are outstanding! Clinique commissioned Michelle to create a cosmetics bag and Michelle did not disappoint. The bag is absolutely gorgeous! The design contains Milly's signature pink color and a flirty pattern. This cosmetics bag is available exclusively at Bloomingdale's and is yours with a purchase of $25 of more at the Clinique counter. In addition, the bag contains all of Milly's favorite Clinique products including Rosy Blush for cheeks and Blushing Nude lips. The colors definitely match the bag! HOT! I asked Milly a few questions about her inspiration for the Cosmetics bag:

Luxetips: Ms. Smith what was your inspiration when creating the Milly One of A Kind Clinique Make-up bag?

Ms. Smith: The Clinique warm watermelon color pink lipstick and Milly's signature pink was my inspiration.

Luxetips: I am in love with this bag it is so creative and fun! What is your secret to success?

Ms. Smith: Work really really hard. Do not take short cuts and don't take no for an answer!

And Divas Michelle looked fantastic! She just had a baby and did not have one inch of fat on her body. Amazing!

Toodles!

Clinique Summer Favorites - 4 Free Samples

They currently have these samples to offer:
1)Men's Age Defense Hydrator SPF 15 Sample
2)High Impact Lip Colour SPF 15 Sample in Rose Spectrum
3)Liquid Facial Soap in Oily Sample
4)Take The Day Off Makeup Remover Sample
5)Men's Face Scrub Deluxe Sample
6)Clinique Happy Fragrance Sample
7)Different Lipstick Sample in Angelic
8)Lash Doubling Mascara Sample in Black
9)Dual Ended Full Potential Lips in Luscious Lilac and Blackberry Bloom Sample
10)Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion Sample
11)Repairwear Intensive Eye Cream Sample
12)All About Eyes Rich Sample

To read the fine print on the offer...


*Quantities are limited and offers are subject to availability while supplies last. To ensure best availability, there is a limit of one offer to a customer. Offer is subject to change without notice. Offer is valid with in-stock merchandise only—some exclusions may apply. Offer is not applicable to pending purchases, purchases made prior to the start of the offer or after it has concluded. All purchases are subject to bank authorization prior to processing. Only authorized purchases will be processed and shipped. We reserve the right to cancel any order due to unauthorized, altered, or ineligible use of offer and to modify or cancel this promotion due to system errors or unforeseen problems. We reserve the right to substitute any free item offered with an item of equal or greater value. Offer is subject to change without notice.
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CEW UK Beauty Awards 2009

All of the CEW Beauty Award winners for 2009 The winners of CEW
(Cosmetic Executive Women’s network) UK Beauty Awards 2009 were
announced yesterday. Judged by over 400 CEW members, the awards were
given to products based on certain criteria like innovation and
excellence. 301 products were nominated and just 27 products were
selected as CEW winners for 2009. Why do we care so about these beauty

Clinique Bonus at Macy's- Now until April 19

It includes: (you choose between the Rose and the Natural) * Youth Surge SPF 15 Age Decelerating Moisturizer * Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion * Lash Doubling Mascara in Black * Modern floral bag * Floral accessory bag * The Rose contains Blushwear Cream Stick in Rosy Blush and Different Lipstick in Ice Bloom * The Natural contains Blushwear Cream Stick in Glow Blush and Different Lipstick in Rose Taffy

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Deals/Discounts This Weekend

To celebrate Valentine's Day AND President's Day this long weekend, there are some special free shipping offers.

1)Clinique is offering FREE Shipping all weekend long from Friday, February 13 — Monday, February 16. Use the code: WEEKEND*


2)Martin & Osa is also offering FREE Shipping until Monday, February 16. No Code needed! They used to offer free shipping and free returns but they had started to charge for shipping under orders of ~$125 I believe. So take advantage of this now!!

3)Bobbi Brown Cosmetics is offering free shipping until TONIGHT, Friday, February 13(midnight ET). Use the code: SPARKLE (They say one-time use only) so whoever uses it first, congratulations! :)

4)Eyes Lips Face (e.l.f.) is offering 50% off their MINERALS. Use the code: MINERALHALF on orders over $25. See my ELF brushes order here!


*Offer valid until 11:59 PM (EST) Monday, February 16, 2009. Offer valid on orders shipped via Standard Shipping only. Offer available to U.S. residents only. Promotional offers and discounts may not be applied to the purchase of clinique.com eGift Cards. The value of clinique.com eGift Cards purchases are not used to determine promotional thresholds. Offer applies to authorized purchases. Only authorized orders will be processed and shipped. We reserve the right to cancel any order due to unauthorized, altered, or ineligible use of offer and to modify or cancel this promotion due to system error or unforeseen problems.


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Free Shipping on Clinique.com- Today Only!

Clinique.com is offering free standard shipping on any online purchase today only! (Friday, January 30, 2009) They made a mistake in their email though...



You would think since the code is FRIDAY and that it actually says Friday on the ad, they would have the fine print with the correct day of the week..

If Clinique.com is hiring, please leave a comment! :)

Happy Shopping

Free Overnight shipping - Today Only!

Enjoy free overnight shipping TODAY only using the promo code: TB1DAY, compliments of TotalBeauty.com

Terms are: **Offer valid from 12:01 am (EST) - 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, December 15. Offer valid on orders shipped via Overnight Shipping only. Offer available to U.S. residents only. Overnight service may require a signature upon delivery service and is not available for P.O. Box and APO/FPO destinations, U.S Territories and some locations in Alaska and Hawaii.Click here to see overnight shipping cutoff times and other restrictions.

This code is valid for many popular beauty brands including....


Clnique, Aveda, Estee Lauder, Ojon, Mac, DKNY...
To check out the complete list AND view TotalBeauty's Holiday Beauty 'It' List, go here.