Zoya: Hot Lips!

For those of you on Twitter, you must have heard about the promotions Zoya does. Well there latest one they gave away three free Hot Lips of your choice. These are their glossy lip balms. It's a gloss that is also a balm. My picks were Fame (a pretty nude), GirlyGirl (a deep pink with a hint of shimmer)  and Babydoll (a barbie pink). I love all three. They have such a good smell to them and the colors don't disappoint. I also picked up Luna which is one of their new glitters. It looks like a disco ball. Very party appropriate. I haven't had time to try it on yet but have seen many swatches and it looks like New Years Eve in a bottle. They also included some catalogs which are a big help since they have over 300 polish colors! Be sure to follow Zoya_NailPolish on Twitter!

Olay ProX

I got home from work this morning and checked the mail since I forgot to check it yesterday and I was so surprised to receive my 28 day sample (I know, huge sample!) of Olay ProX wrinkle smoothing cream! Yay! I had signed up for it at VocalPoint.com and didn't actually think I'd get it because I was assuming it would be an overwhelming response for it. I've had my eye on this line since it was released even though I'm only 24. My problem is I work nights and have developed bags under my eyes which have made lines under my eyes. I know you're thinking...well get an eye cream but my bags are unusually low and so are the lines so none of the eye creams have worked for me. I'm really excited to try this! The quality of this jar is pretty impressive to be a sample. One more thing! They included 5 coupons for $10 off a single Olay Professional Pro-X product, expires 2/28/2010. If you would like one of these you may mail me your info and I will mail one to you. My email is sugar@sparklingpinkgorilla.com. This is a first come first serve basis, I'm sorry I don't have one for each of you :( 

If you'd like more info on this product or line, or to request a $10 off 2 products coupon, please visit OlayProfessional.com.

Free Nail Polish!

I never noticed this before but did you know Barielle has a monthly contest? The winner this month will win the full ALU collection (all12!). I just entered, wish me luck! And get over there to enter while there's still time! Click Here

I love this!

Make It Big!

Here's a mascara I hadn't noticed from mark. til now. It's the make it big lash plumping mascara. I love the thought of this product for three reasons- 1. it's not one of those hookup things, I don't like those. I just want a single product, forget the gimmicks. 2. This looks like a dupe of my beloved Too Faced Lash Injection. 3. You can get it FREE! (full-sized! free gift is in black)

That's right, FREE! Use the promo code MAKEITBIG with any $10 mark. purchase from now til 10/1/09 at meetmark.com (value of $6.50)  

The coupon code - courtesy of the October issue of Cosmo- says for use only at meetmark.com but it works on avon.com also.

What they say about it on the website:

Build and lengthen lashes with this lightweight, smudge-proof formula that's paired with the super-sized brush.

It only comes in two colors-Espresso(brown) or Raven(black).

Most bang for you buck idea-

Right now you can buy a mark. flip for it in urban neutrals for $20 and get three mini brushes. Combine this with the free mascara code plus shopping with a Rep to get free shipping-and you get all this for just $20(plus applicable taxes). 

flip for it includes 2 eyeshadows, 1 blush, 4 lipglosses

SweetShuGaHon Giveaway!

SweetShuGaHon is giving away the items of your choice from Mac Cosmetics!

You get to choose-

1 lipglass

1 lipstick

1 eyeshadow

1 blush

That's the best giveaway I've seen yet!

Here's my mini wish list of items..

lipstick in pervette

lipglass in nymphette

eyeshadow in stars n rockets

blush in well dressed

Go enter now @ http://sweetshugahon.blogspot.com

Everyday Minerals Sample Kit

A few weeks back I ordered the 5 piece sample kit from Everyday Minerals and received it about a week later. The kit was free but I had to pay shipping which equaled out to $3 and some change for me. You get to pick three base colors, one concealer, and a blush. They arrived in the cutest little containers which I plan to find use for after they're emptied. There seems to be a good amount of product in them. And as much as I don't feel like I'm a mineral kinda girl...I really like this product. I've used each color and of the three I chose, two of them seem like a decent match. I chose fair, golden fair and ivory. Fair was the one that seemed a little off but I'll have to try again to be sure. The concealer doesn't seem real effective for me, I've tried applying it with my fingers then also with a brush. I'm going to try a few different brushes and maybe a regular concealer with this on top would work good. The blush is so pretty, I got it in pink ribbon which describes it perfectly. All the blushes have the cutest names. The only complaint about any of the items is- it's drying! I'm really oily, but have dry patches so it was good in some places, bad in others.

I looked on the sight today and see they've changed the kits and now have different try me kits which are $5 each but you can pick one free with your order. They also took down the starter kits from what I can see. I can't find them anywhere on the site, but maybe I missed them.

Here's my kit- 

I recommend anyone looking into minerals or already using them to try this line, I love it!

Huge Deal! 75% Off @ ELF!

Ok so I'm not even supposed to get my ELF haul til Friday but I stumbled on a forum where girls were talking about ELF having 75% off their Studio line! Plus, if you order $75 worth- you get free shipping! Whats all this mean? It means I just got all this for just $18.75 flat. Read on for the code. (Unfortunately the code does NOT work on the new single eyeshadows or blushes, boo!)

What I got-

Matifying Powder

I wanted this in my last order but for some reason didn't get it. I've seen some good reviews, one girl even said it's comparable to Mac's Blot Powder.  Contouring Blush/Bronzer Duo

This is what set this whole line off, with everyone comparing this product to Nars Orgasm Laguna Duo. I really love the packaging of these products, I knew it could be done- cheap and chic. I already ordered one of these in my last purchase but thought another would be needed.Bronzer in Golden

I'm not a bronzer girl  but I got this cause it's pretty. Eyebrow Kit

I got two of these, one in light one in medium. I've read some really good reviews on this. I currently use  an Anastasia Brows  in Bloom kit and love it .Under Eye Concealer/Highlighter

Always looking for a good concealer. Have yet to find one I really liked. But couldn't hurt to try this since the price is  sooooo cheap.Lip Definer/Shaper

I love how so many of these products are duos. I've never used lip liner but this looks promising. 

Eyebrow Lifter/Filler

I love anything that "lifts" my eyebrows.Concealer/Pencil Brush

Another concealer I am willing to try, plus you'll have a brush even on the go!Waterproof Mascara in Black

You're supposed to throw Mascara out every 3 months, and with this price you won't cry at the thought.Hollywood Lash Kit

This should be perfect for me since I've never worn falsies.Eyelash Curler

I ordered their $1 one on my last purchase but this one looks so grown up.  I ordered 2 and I know exactly who to give my other one to.Mini Eyelash Curler

Perfect for those hard to get lashes.Complexion Brush

I ordered the powder brush last time so I decided to get this one this time around.Blush Brush

I have such high hopes for this one.Fan Brush

So pretty!  Use it for eyeshadow fallout or even for cheek color.Eyeshadow "C" Brush

I already own 2 of the $1,  and if those are good- I'm sure this one is.Concealer Brush

I might use this for eyeshadow instead, I've read of other people using it for this.Small Precision Brush

You can use this for concealer, lipstick or any other small precise spots.Small Angled Brush

I love angled brushes.Small Smudge Brush

For that smokey eye look.Contour Brush

This looks like the right size, maybe it'll work better than my current one which  is just a little too big.Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths

I ordered some of these with my last order and I ordered 2 packs this time. I've not read a bad review on them yet, and everyone says how soft they leave your skin. Currently I'm using baby wipes, but if these are good- I'll be loading up! The packaging is so attractive too. Yes, I got all of this for $18.75! Amazing huh? It's not all for me though, I got some for gifts :) promise. I'll be posting my first order as soon as I receive it so keep an eye out. 

O yea, wanna know the code? Here it is-

WWYB75S

Free Gift At Clinique

Right now until Wednesday August 4th at 11:59 PM est you can get free standard shipping plus a free mini blush in Peony by using the code LIP at checkout with any $30 purchase. 

Bought from Kittzyy

I've told you already about the blog sale directory, if you haven't visited yet- you should! I found exactly what I was looking for at Sold By Kittzyy, a Hello Kitty lipgloss! I thought I'd never find one that wasn't a crazy jacked up price, but she had sweet strawberry for only $14! My order was paid by Wednesday and here it is Saturday with my lipgloss in hand. Plus, she included a NYX Pearl Mania Pigment and other goodies! My first blog sale purchase was an extremely pleasant experience and everyone should check out Kittzyy's sale and all the other blog sales at http://beautyblog-saledirectory.blogspot.com

Mac Free Shipping

All weekend with any purchase. Use offer code WEEKEND.

NancyLauren's feeling generous!

NancyLauren is having a giveaway on her blog. It's really simple to enter, just click here.

Here's the loot-

Hello Kitty mini nail kit, earrings, 2 MAC sample pigments in circa plum and vanilla, lancome lipstick in vintage rose, lancome mini definicils HD mascara, lancome mini booster xl mascara base, 2 lancome sample packet of Primordiale serum/moisturizer, lancome leopard makeup bag + more extra goodies.

Hello kitty mini nail set, earrings, 2 Rimmel eyeshadow duos and a pink makeup bag + more extra goodies!

I'm such a sucker for anything Hello Kitty or free!

P.S. I hope to be doing my own giveaway soon, so keep a look out!

HyperLuxe Giveaway!

Get pampered witht these Borghese nail care products! I hope I win, but if I don't, I hope you win! Good luck! Enter here 

Win With Me!

I never win anything, but I've been using this site called Blingo and so far I've won twice! Sure, they might have just been $5 amazon gift cards but thats 10 mp3s for FREE