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Beauty Junkies Stay Organized

As you all should know, I am a beauty product/tool junkie!  Seriously, I have products everywhere!   In my bathroom, I have a cabinet filled with beauty tools (flat iron, curling irons, blow dryers, combs, clips, etc.) and products (shampoos, conditioners, styling products), and I also have a cart holding my everyday stuff (more shampoos, conditioners, styling products and makeup).  I have a big case of makeup, that I keep in my living room, and in my closet I have a self for more things that I don’t use as much.  So, as you can see, organization is essential for me.  

I came across article in the latest issue of InStyle Magazine “Vanity Sanity” on how to keep your beauty essentials organized, so I thought I would share some ideas with you.




1. Containers – Use containers or jars to hold your cotton balls, q-tips, and/or sponges.  The colorful stackable containers in photo 1 are from Zak Designs.  I purchased inexpensive glass jars from Ikea.  

2.  Wall Mount or ShelvesThe Vitra Uten Silo Wall Organizer is the perfect organizer for your beauty products and tools. It can hold a lot of items, without taking up much space, but it’s pretty pricey…$425, to be exact. An alternative would be to purchase inexpensive shelves and mount them on your wall.

3.  Labels - Keep your products organized by labeling them by the date of purchase. This helps you remember what products to trash when they expire.  These label package from Beauty Alert come with 20 labels in four categories:  3, 6, 12 & 18+.     



4.  Luxury Deluxe Wood Cosmetics Box w/Mirror by Lori GreinerAvoid the cosmetics crush with this deluxe wood makeup box with built-in mirror. Spacious and separated into four different levels with swing-out doors and magnetic closures, it offers ample room for 30 lipsticks and numerous other cosmetics, like blushes, shadows, pencils, mascara, foundations, nail polishes, and more. From Lori Greiner.  Available at www.QVC.com for only $69.12


5.  Brush Holder - Keep your brushes organized, simply by using a glass, metal or plastic container or cup.  


6.  Cosmetic Vanity Organizer - This organizer is perfect for your everyday essentials.  Available at www.touchofclass.com 

Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him & Her

Valentine’s Day is just a week away, which means, you have exactly 7 days to get your sweetheart the perfect gift. Still uncertain about what to get him or her? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Check out our list of great, yet inexpensive gifts for your Valentine.
BEAUTY

For Her: Stila Make me blush palette – $14

A lovely multi-color blush inspired by Valentine’s Day Conversation Hearts. Great for all skintones, the micro-fine formula is velvety and blendable and instantly enhances the complexion with a tint of pinks and corals.
Kiehl’s The Perfect Pout Lip Balm Collection – $34

Pucker up with confidence and a coat of these fragrant treatments. www.kiehls.com
Includes:
Lip Balm #1
Lip Balm Mint
Lip Balm Vanilla
Lip Balm Mango




For Him: Tweezerman Essential Grooming Kit – $20

An inexpensive grooming kit which includes: scissors, sharp clippers, a nail file, and obviously kick-ass tweezers make for easy grooming. www.tweezerman.com


Jack Black’s Jet Set – $25

A three-piece set of Jack Black’s top selling items come in a handy travel bag making it a perfect gift or starter set. Focuses on men’s face and shaving needs, and with JB’s special all-natural Pure Science blend, it’s as easy on the mug as it is on the wallet. All products are airline-approved, making it ideal for the air warrior or a simple road trip. Set includes one each of the Daily Facial Cleanser, Supreme Cream Triple Cushion Shave Lather and the Double-Duty Face Moisturizer.www.groominglounge.com

Includes:
Pure Clean Daily Facial Cleanser 3 oz.
Supreme Cream Triple Cushion Shave Lather 3 oz.
Double-Duty Face Moisturizer SPF 20 1.5 oz.
FRAGRANCE 
For Her: Chloé Love Eau de Parfum (1.7 oz) – $85

Love, Chloé’ is a celebration of radiant, generous, and spontaneous femininity. A contagious beauty that is free and graceful. This fragrance is inspired by the intimacy of the beauty ritual. It is a fine, powdery scent. Light, sensual, and iridescent with talc and rice. saksfifthavenue.com



For Him: Voyage d’Hermes Eau de Toilette (1.2 oz.) – $90

This fresh, woody scent, with its striking bottle design (inspired by a found magnifying glass) and designer provenance, is sure to delight your well-groomed gent. And if you’re caught chez lui without your beauty bag, feel free to splash some on yourself—the fragrance was designed to be unisex. usa.hermes.com/

JEWELRY

For Her: Nolan Gold Heart Ring – $125 (gold), $138 (enamel)
A bold design keeps these accessories from looking too sweet. nolanla.com




For Him: Kenneth Cole Reaction Handcuff Cufflinks – $40

Brushed and polished stainless steel, small handcuff with metal chain on each cufflink. www.kennethcole.com
APHRODISIACS
Magnolia Bakery’s Love Note Box – $30

These cupcakes say “I love you” in more ways than one! http://magnoliabakery.com/find_us.php for store locations.

Chocri Chocolate Bars – $10 each
Customize these confections to say exactly how you’re feeling. createmychocolate.com

Moët & Chandon Limited Edition Champagne Gift Set – $120

Personalize a bottle of bubbly with a handwritten love note. Includes pen and two flutes. sherry-lehmann.com

Veuve Clicquot Sakura Rosé – $50

Few things signal seduction as readily as a chilled bottle of bubbly, and Veuve Clicquot’s delicate rosé gets an extra layer of romance thanks to its limited-edition cherry blossom “ice jacket.” The illustrated neoprene sleeve keeps the bottle cool when things start to heat up. www.sherry-lehmann.com
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