Refine & Finish

What it is:

A mirrored compact featuring a mineral-powder foundation and a setting powder.

What it does:

This mirrored compact features the final two steps in the complexion-perfection process and comes complete with a fan brush—making a flawless face easy to achieve for the girl on-the-go. Velvet Mineral Foundation Pressed Powder is a lightweight mineral powder foundation that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and evens-out skintone. It is free of Bismuth Oxy Chloride. Top it off with the PowderSet and your makeup application will wear all day.

Retails for: $38.00 and is available in 4 shades at Sephora.

As part of their 15th anniversary celebration, Jane Iredale introduces the Sweet 15 Limited Edition Kit, which includes the following products all in one sweet package:

• 15 award-winning eye shadows
• 3 top-selling blush shades
• 3 Just Kissed Lip Plumpers

Unlock a whole new world of color with this commemorative kit!  This kit is available at Jane Iredale Direct for $78.00.

Look at this lovely look that was created with the kit.

Buxom Lashliner
What it is:
A lash line enhancing and conditioning treatment.

What it does:
Lash addicts beware: Buxom Lashliner is highly habit-forming. This may look like just a liner, but it’s also a thickening and conditioning treatment that instantly takes the appearance of your lashes from hardly any to very many. This mineral-rich,whipped gel formula glides on like a liquid liner and dries to a long-wearing smudge proof eyeliner. The formula is made with natural ingredients, which support healthy lashes. In one fluid stroke, you can fill in the base of your lashes—making them appear lusciously longer and fuller.

The new Bare Minerals Buxom Lashliner looks like an amazing product. And I’ve been hearing such positive reviews about it as well. I hope to pick one up this weekend. Has anyone else tried this product? What were your thoughts?

Retails for:$15.00

Love Bare Minerals, but wish it was available in a Matte finish as well? Your wish has been granted because a new matte version is here.

Matte SPF 15 Foundation absorbs excess oil and eliminates shine without drying your skin. It dramatically improves the appearance of your skin through the clinically proven power of RareMinerals ActiveSoil Complex, which minimizes pores and promotes cell turnover for fresher, smoother skin, while protecting your skin from environmental damage. This groundbreaking formula is made with only the purest, highest-quality ingredients and is free of harsh chemicals and preservatives.

Retails for:$28.00 at Sephora.com

Have you tried the new Bare Escentuals Hydrating Mineral Veil yet? If not now is your chance. Ulta is offering a 10 day supply for free. All you need to do is print out the coupon and take it to any Ulta store and get a Free 10 Day Supply of Bare Minerals Hydrating Veil and Brush. No purchase necessary! Click here to print your coupon!

Think you’ve tried all the mineral makeup companies out there? Think again. There’s a new brand in town called Natural Girl Cosmetics. I haven’t had a chance to try it yet, but it looks promising. Have you tried Natural Girl Cosmetics yet? What were your thoughts?

What it is:
A mineral-based skincare kit that destroys and conceals blemishes on the spot.

What it does:
The first and only natural, mineral-based skincare kit, the Heal & Conceal fix-it-quick remedy set contains two powerful, award-winning cure-alls for getting rid of pesky blemishes and troublesome acne. The potent, powder treatment and a weightless concealer come complete with two application brushes, so you can keep your skin in check wherever you are.

This set contains:
- 0.035 oz RareMinerals Blemish Therapy
- 0.04 oz bareMinerals Summer Bisque SPF 20 Multi-Tasking Concealer
- Heal & Conceal Brush
- Mini Maximum Coverage Concealer Brush
- Heal & Conceal Bag

This looks like a great kit for anyone searching for clearer skin.

Retails for:$25.00 at Sephora

Bare Escentuals bareMinerals ‘In Fashion’ Kit 2 (Nordstrom Exclusive)
Stay in fashion with all the latest colors. These 100% pure bareMinerals® colors drive imaginations with smoldering, natural tones for day and gradually deeper intensity after dark. Radiantly rosy skin and sophisticated eyes, outfitted in rustic gold, bronzed plum and black coffee, navigate your wanderlust through demanding style trends.

Retails for: $55.00 at Nordstrom

Bare Escentuals® bareMinerals® ‘XL Hydrating Mineral Veil’ Kit (Nordstrom Exclusive)

The ultimate finishing touch for thirsty skin. Unique, water-based 100% pure bareMinerals® Hydrating Mineral Veil (0.84 oz.) infuses thirsty skin with a cooling softness and subtly brightens for the ultimate, translucent finishing touch. Buff it over makeup or bare skin with the antibacterial-treated Hydrate and Brighten Brush. Weightless, 100% pure bareMinerals® finishing powder both hydrates and brightens skin. It feels like a cool, moisturizing mist and provides a sheer, peachy-soft luminosity. Unique water and rice lipids-encapsulated formula is clinically proven to help skin maintain its natural moisture. Provides the ultimate translucent finishing touch to your makeup while minimizing fine lines, pores and shine.

Retails for: $39.00 at Nordstrom

Why wait? Pre-order now at Nordstrom.com. Beauty Exclusive items will begin shipping on Friday, July 17.

Try Halo To Go now at QVC.com

What is it:
A multitasking face-perfecting powder and brush duo from smashbox with the science of skin care built right in. Halo is a foundation that can also be used as a finishing powder. It delivers an amazing finish to your complexion with a hydrating blend of vitamins and antioxidants. This best-selling powder is pressed into a specially designed component featuring a built-in shaver; with a simple twist of the grinder, you shave off fresh, fine, loose powder for each and every application. Halo to Go lets you to take smashbox’s number-one selling foundation with you in your purse or travel bag so you never have to leave home without your Halo.

Who is it for:
Any woman who wants the look of natural-looking skin but craves the antiaging benefits of advanced skin-care technology. Halo is ideal for all skin types, with four forgiving shades to suit every skin tone.

Why is it different:
smashbox’s hydrogel technology helps sustain moisture in the skin, so throughout the day your complexion remains younger looking. Goji berry, a powerful antioxidant, helps protect skin while the mineral base helps keep skin in its best condition. Halo is free of parabens, talc, and oil.

How do I use it:
Slightly twist the shaver to release the freshest, finest loose powder. You can control how much you shave off so there’s never any mess or waste. Then, touch the mini kabuki brush into the component, picking up just the right amount of powder to begin your application. Use Halo as your foundation to achieve light to medium coverage, or use Halo as your finishing powder over your liquid foundation or concealer (not included). Be sure to apply Halo around the eyes to experience a reduction of the appearance of wrinkles after just 10 minutes. Hello, Halo!

Retails for:$32.48 at QVC.com

Bare Escentuals Siren of the Sea Hydrating and Brightening Seven-Piece Collection reflects the powerful, breathtaking beauty of the mythical mermaid—the “siren of the sea.” This kit brings the beautiful temptation of mythical mermaids to modern day and is a must have for Summer 2009.

This set contains:
- 0.02 oz bareMinerals High Shine Sand Dune (gilded sand, high shine)
- 0.02 oz bareMinerals Mermaid Eyecolor (dark blue-green velvet)
- 0.02 oz bareMinerals Hydrating Coral Blush (coral dusk)
- 0.07 oz bareMinerals Hydrating Mineral Veil (brightening finish)
- 0.14 oz bareMinerals 100% Natural LipGloss in Chiffon (nude sand)
- Double-Ended Hydrate & Brighten Duo Brush with Custom Bamboo Handle
- Straw Clutch

Retails for: $39.00 at Sephora