Sporting Pretty Lips

While running in the park this morning, I noticed a woman on rollerblades apply gloss while whizzing by me. Twenty minutes later, a jogger ran past wearing bright red lipstick. Who else likes to sport a little color on their lips during a workout? (I sometimes dab on some Too Faced Mood Swing Lip Gloss before a run. I love the pink that appears after a couple miles!)

By the way, a big congratulations to all the runners who finished the ING New York City Marathon on Sunday!

Free Metallic Flower Clutch

Good news if you're a Beauty Insider. (And you all should be!) Starting today, you have first access to our free holiday clutch filled with 8 samples! Spend $50, enter code CLUTCH4U at checkout, and it's yours--along with complimentary shipping.
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Sephora Favorites Kits Giveaway!

November is all about giving thanks. What beauty product are you thankful for and why? Post a comment by next Wednesday, November 11 and tell us! (Make sure you include your e-mail address.) Three random commenters will each win one of these Sephora Favorites Kits--all products we're seriously thankful for.


Glitz & Glam Shimmer and Shine Deluxe Sampler ($113 Value)
A glam-packed kit that will add some stardust to your holiday look.
- 0.27 oz Tarte Celebutante Dry Oil Shimmer Spray
- 0.3 oz Smashbox Artificial Light Luminizing Lotion in Flash (iridescent pink)
- 0.17 oz Tarte Glam Gams
- 0.4 oz Tarte Lock & Roll in Bronze (shimmering true bronze)
- 0.28 oz Guerlain Meteorites Powder Pearls for the Face in Beige Chic (golden glow)
- 0.17 oz Tarte Cheek Stain in Eco-Cheek (coral with a touch of shimmer)
- 0.23 oz Sephora Super Shimmer in Desert Gold (rosy tan with pink and gold shimmer)
- 0.06 oz Laura Geller Blush-N-Brighten in Sunswept (bronze, coral, and rose)
- 0.59 oz Smashbox Eyeshadow in 24K (true gold shimmer)
- 0.1 oz Laura Geller Lip Shiner in City Lights (pink and gold flecked glimmer)


LashStash Mascara Deluxe Sampler ($104 Value)
A kit featuring Sephora's most "wanded" mascaras for the lash results you desire.
- 0.16 oz Hourglass Superficial Lash
- 0.09 oz Urban Decay Skyscraper Multi-Benefit Mascara
- 0.13 oz Korres Abyssinia Oil Volumizing and Strengthening Mascara
- 0.14 oz Benefit A Little Bit BADGal Lash Mascara
- 0.2 oz Smashbox Lash DNA
- 0.03 oz Laura Mercier Thickening and Building Mascara
- 0.07 oz Fresh Supernova
- 0.1 oz Sephora Lash Stretcher
- 0.14 oz Tarte 4 Day Stay Lash Stain
- 0.12 oz Cargo LashActivator


Radiant Skin Regimen Deluxe Sampler ($143 Value)
A skin-perfecting kit that reveals a flawless complexion.
- 1 oz Bliss Fabulous Foaming Face Wash
- 1.35 oz Cosmedicine Medi-Morphosis Self Adjusting Exfoliator
- 0.5 oz Perricone Advanced Face Firming Activator
- 0.23 oz DDF Wrinkle Resist Plus Pore Minimizer Moisturizing Serum
- 0.24 oz Kinerase C8 Peptide Intensive Treatment
- 0.14 oz Murad Essential-C Eye Cream SPF 15
- 0.4 oz Philosophy Hope in a Jar
- 1 oz Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion
- 0.5 oz Peter Thomas Roth Max Sheer All Day Moisture Defense Lotion

Shine Language

My friend Erin LOVES sparkles. She claims it has been her favorite color since the age of three. Ask her what she thinks of your outfit (or sofa, or recent car purchase, etc.), and she’ll reply, “Um, I like it, but what if you throw a lil spaaarkle on there...?” Erin is a firm believer that, no matter what, whomever has the most sparkles wins.

As for me, I tend to shy away from sporting the sparkle. It has always seemed a little too showy, semi-juvenile, and (gasp!) cheesy. But, after reading this week’s Beauty Central story—loaded with insider tips and tricks on creating both daring and demure glitterati looks—I now realize that sparkles are capable of being much more Ivanka than Ivana. When applied with the right intention and technique, it’s actually the perfect way to add a dash of flash to your features.

So, check out sparklah of a story and discover how to achieve the wattage you want—just in time for the holiday season.

Pic: Erin decked in (surprise!) sparkles.

MD Skincare Founder in New York!

The doctor is in! Meet Dr. Dennis Gross, renowned celebrity dermatologist and creator of MD Skincare. Receive a complimentary skin consultation, and learn more about MD Skincare products from the doctor himself.

Friday, November 6
Sephora Union Square
4 PM – 7 PM
212.995.8833

(Call to reserve your appointment. Availability is limited.)

Score Per-fékt Skin in New York

Do you dream of makeup that’s easy to use, fun to wear and exceptionally long-lasting? Say hello to Per-fekt Beauty, the dynamic do-it-all line that merges advanced skincare formulations with multitasking makeup. Come talk beauty with founder Richard Anderson, get the scoop on simplifying your daily beauty regimen and go home looking, in a word, Per-fékt.

Friday, November 6
Sephora 5 Times Square
5 PM - 9 PM

The Ugly Truth About Skin Damage

Moms everywhere can do some cartwheels, because new research finally proves what they've said all along: smoking and tanning are no bueno. A new study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery compared 186 identical twins who, despite their doppelganger DNA, had drastically different life habits. Case in point: Susan (right) baked in the sun and smoked almost two packs a day for a decade—Jeanne didn't, and today looks undeniably younger for it. The researchers even calculated that every 10 years of smoking earns you about 2.5 years on your face. Sooo what does that spell? Ditch the cigarettes and put that high-grade sunscreen to work, stat. Your skin will thank you later.
*photo courtesy of msnbc.com

In NY? Plan Your Style Strategy with Nina Garcia!

Hey New Yorkers, you're invited to a book-signing party to celebrate Marie Claire Fashion Director Nina Garcia's new book, The Style Strategy. Come early – the first 100 beauties to make a purchase of over $10 will get a free signed copy of her book, plus $10 off their shopping.*

Thursday, November 5
Sephora Columbus Circle
6 PM - 8 PM

*While supplies last. Discount valid only for purchases made in store during the event.

Steal The Deal: $10 Benefit Lust Duster Trio

If you love highlighters and luminizers, then you know the impact of what a little shimmer can do. Just a little is all you need to reflect light "just right" to soften imperfections or add an eye-catching, lit-from-within glow.

Benefit's Lust Dusters are literally a luminizing-lovers dream. Each individual pot gives you finely crushed pigment that you can wear as an eyeshadow, on the cheeks, or even mixed into your moisturizer (sparingly!) for an all-over shimmer.

For a limited time, or at least until they all sell out, you can get 3 of their best-selling colors for just $10! (Originally $18 each). Moon Doggie (a mint green) works wonders on ruddy skin or as an eye shadow, Big Daddy (bronze) mixed in a little moisturizer makes for an instant glow, and GoGo Girl (pale pink) looks awesome on the cheeks, or dab a small amount on top of lip gloss for an extra kick of shine. And hello - stocking stuffer alert: It comes in a mesh gold bag, perfect for gift giving. (Just don't forget to get one for yourself)

Inspired? Get your Lust Duster Trio now before they're gone!

- Joannie McIntyre

HOLIDAY GET THE LOOK: HYPNOTIC SHIMMER

RADIANT LIDS AND OH-SO-FLUSHED CHEEKS

Soft gold shadow at the inner corners and directly under the brow bone is key to toning down the bold holly green at the center of the lids. Shades of fuchsia contour the cheeks, while a golden nude keeps lips understated.




GET THE LOOK:
KORRES 99% NATURAL FACE PRIMER, $28
BENEFIT ONE HOT MINUTE, $30
NARS THE MULTIPLE IN ORGASM, $37
SMASHBOX HALO HYDRATING PERFECTING SHADOW DUO IN BUFF/IVY, $36
SEPHORA COLLECTION EYESHADOW IN FAME AND FORTUNE #43, $12
MAKE UP FOR EVER FLASH COLOR IN GOLD, $18
GIVENCHY PHENOMEN'EYES EFFET EXTENSION, $28
STILA KITTEN LIP GLAZE, $22