In fashion, January marks the launch of the resort collections:  swimsuits, cover-ups, and linen pants designed for all the tropical vacays the terribly stylish are about to take.

In beauty, January kicks off skincare season. It's about the time of year we all start noticing just how many pints of moisture the arid indoor heat and merciless outdoor wind are really draining from our complexions.

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As a beauty product addict/junkie/tester/writer, I love most anything that I can apply and see actual results, thus my love for self-tanning products. Now, if you are a big self-tanning person, and I know that some of you on Sparkle*Shelf have raised your hand in affirmation of bronzed skin, you know that all self-tanning products are not created equally.

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You’ve probably heard about or maybe have even tried skin care products with copper but are you in the know about the Copper-infused SkinGlow Bedding Collection Available at Bed Bath & Beyond ?!?

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I recently tried the new BORBA REPLENISHING QUENCH MASQUE.  It works like a “medi-spa in a tube” to dramatically boost and retain moisture to rejuvenate dull, dehydrated skin through a unique oxygenating action that enables moisture to penetrate deeper into skin.  

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Since LUSH is all about being fresh, especially when it comes to their products, they are making room for the New Year with the best deal in town! Starting on December 26^th, LUSH is giving away free stuff in their stores AND online!!! Can you believe it? Well, it’s really true!!

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Look at your hands.  Are they bright red, sore, chapped, and seriously, seriously starting to hurt?  Check, check, and check.  Welcome to winter.

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Being the beauty junkie that I am, it's only natural that any boyfriend of mine would have to deal with mascara on the pillowcases, makeup on the towels, products littering the bathroom shelves and counters, and so on. But he'd also have to deal with the fact that I'd change his products and habits - and I have. I'm definitely guilty of consistently changing up my boyfriend's personal care routine.

 

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In the spirit of being a website that provides a public service by reviewing various beauty products from time to time, I recently tested skin products by Exuviance. Here’s my feedback on the 3 products I tried:

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Yes to Carrots is one of my favorite brands because it combines two of my favorite product traits - organic and cheap.  Yes to Carrots products are pesticide- and paraben-free and affordable, making them a perfect stocking stuffer or just a great way to pamper yourself before holiday parties.  With ingredients including Dead Sea mud, pumpkin, sweet potato, and of course carrots, you'll smell and feel fantastic without being slathered in mystery chemicals.

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