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6/1 NYC EVENT: Join Living Proof at Sephora Times Square

Living Proof SatinIf you’re free on Saturday, our friends at Living Proof (yes, that hair brand that Jennifer Aniston is a part owner of and has been promoting like cray), Ward Stegerhoek (LP Founder) and Tim Rogers (their Creative Director) will be performing a live styling demonstration at Sephora Times Square and  offering guests a sneak peek of their new Satin hair product before it hits stores.

Here are the full dets!

WHEN: Saturday, June 1, 2013

12pm – 1:30pm: Touch-Ups and consultations with Tim Rogers

2:00pm – 4:00pm: Master Class with Ward Stegerhoek, live transformations on models using products from the Living Proof Style Lab Series

WHERE: Sephora Times Square @ 43rd Street and Broadway, NYC

WHAT: Celebrate the launch of Satin, the latest technology from the Living Proof Style Lab series with consultations, styling and demonstrations from Living Proof’s renowned

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Product Review: One Bad A$$ Curling Iron – The T3 BodyWaver

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The sleek white aesthetic of the T3 Bodywaver just magnifies power when you open the box. This is a curling iron not to be messed with.  It looked more like a work of art (or a light saver) then a beauty tool and is claimed to create salon worthy waves while also adding shine. I’m big on investing in your hair tools, especially ones that are built to last and I use regularly so the new T3 Bodywaver is a welcomed addition (and a larger barrel size then I usually use). 

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What’s New at QVC: Top Beauty Products at Amazing deals

If you’re looking for top beauty, hair and skincare brands at a fraction of their retail price (we’re even talking brands that rarely discount…) then visit QVC. Recently, I stopped by their beauty event to sample some of the new products debuting on their site and network including finds from Stila, Laura, Geller, Josie Maran, Tarte and Philosophy (to name a few) and meet the experts behind the brand.

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1. Josie Maran – Luxury with a Conscience 2. Julep – Freedom Polymer Top Coat: (dries in 5 minutes) 3. Philosophy Grace Products 4. From right to left: Tarte – Mascara, Bare Minerals – Lash Domination mascara, It Cosmetics – Anti-Aging Full Coverage SPR 50+ CC+ Cream, Nuface – Collagen Booster 5. Stila – Countless Color Pigments Eye Shadow with Brush 6. Sarah Potempa – Beachwaver curling iron

My first stop was to the Stila booth where I got to experience the new Countless Color Pigments Eye Shadow (#5 below) that offers long lasting full coverage and an endless shade possibilities.  I have been using the Groupie shade and just love mixing different shades for different occasions.  And since it’s color pigment don’t feel limited by using this product solely on your eyes. Depending on

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Win My Wantable Beauty Box filled with FACE Stockholm, Knock Out, Three Custom Color and More! ($118 value)

This giveaway is now closed and the winners have been announced. For additional opportunities to win through June visit https://www.wantable.com/giveaway/pretty-connected-wantable-giveaway

As most have you saw earlier this month, I’m the featured expert for this month’s Wantable beauty box! Wantable is a monthly beauty subscription service that hand picks 4 – 6 full-size products based on your beauty profile and ships it to you direct. (Think Birchbox, only with Wantable you’re getting full size product instead of samples). 

Lara's-Products

Some of my favorite products from this month include FACE Stockholm lipstick ($22) + blush ($20), Knock Out Cosmetics matte nail polish ($14), Three Custom Color mini pressed powder ($22.50), Cailyn Gel Eyeliner ($21), and Manna Kadar Transfix ($19).

We’re giving away 3 sets!!! Each option counts as a separate entry. Here’s how to enter:

1. Leave a comment under this post on why you want to win

2. Follow @prettyconnected and @wantableco on twitter tweet about the giveaway using the hashtag #PC4Wantable OR TWEET something similar to: Follow @prettyconnected + @wantableco and RT for ur chance to win our top beauty picks ($118 value). #PC4Wantable http://bit.ly/14NlcdC 

3. Follow @PrettyConnected on Instagram and like the post that matches this giveaway. Here’s the link: http://instagram.com/p/ZvEaT3NDqg/

**Extra credit if you subscribe to follow my blog or “Like” Pretty Connected on Facebook at Facebook.com/PrettyConnected

Each box is valued at $118.50 and there will be one winner will be picked from the blog, twitter and instagram for a total of 3 winners. Wantable is giving away some additional boxes at https://www.wantable.com/giveaway/pretty-connected-wantable-giveaway

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Vacation Flawlessly With Travel Beauty Tips From Elizabeth Arden

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As a girl constantly on the go I am always looking for ways to make my bag a little lighter and more efficient while still having all the essentials I need on hand.  Basically if it doesn’t fit in my carry-on-bag it isn’t coming.  Having recently stopped by the Blog Meets Brand! event, I had the pleasure of meeting with the Elizabeth Arden team and learning some travel beauty tips from their Global Makeup Artist, Rebecca Restrepo.

Elizabeth Arden

Whether you will be away for a few days or weeks the Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Serum let you can bring just enough capsules for however long your away.  They are compact and individually packed to ensure fresh product every time you apply.  Ceramides comprise of 50% of the essential lipids found in the skin and are essential in maintaining defense against sign of aging.  Rebecca Restrepo’s tip: apply mid-flight for extra hydration and also can be used as a makeup primer.

Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Luminous Lip Gloss, Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Serum, Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectan
Beautiful Color Luminous Lip Gloss, Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Serum, Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectan

Since skin can get really dehydrated when flying another must have in the bag: The legendary Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream (created by Ms. Arden herself in 1930 and has yet to be changed)  Rebecca Restrepo’s tip: apply to lips and use on hands and elbows throughout the flight.  Warm up the product in the palms of your hands before applying to the skin to help activate

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Mom’s Top Picks!

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My mom and I when I was just a little jelly bean

Happy Mother’s Day! As part of this day of celebration I wanted to highlight my mom, Audrey who is most definitely the reason I landed myself in the beauty industry. She’s someone who taught me to always invest in good skincare and beauty products and to keep experimenting. StyleBlazer recently did a feature asking bloggers to share what their mother’s taught them. (You can read what I wrote HERE.)

Now the thing about Audrey, she’s a tough customer. I give her products all the time, and very few make the cut. She’s not impressed by high price tags or

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Clinique Introduces Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skin

Clinique A Different Kind of Nail Enamel

It’s been a big season for Clinique, last month they dazzled us with launch of their CC cream that is still brightening even the dullest days, but now it’s time to give them a hand, literally so they can polish it with their new line of nail enamel. Of course this isn’t just any line of finger paint, Clinique is all about products that provide a beautiful solution. So what’s the problem you ask?

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10 Mother’s Day Gifts That Won’t Break the Bank

Mother’s Day is Sunday!  Time is running out to get the most important lady in your life something to show her how much you care.  Whether you have $10 or $100 here are 10 Awesome Gifts for less then a single Benjamin.

1. Tocca Liliana $68 2. Micheal Aram $60 3. Maddyloo $15 4. J.Crew hat $39.50 5. J.Crew Bathing suite $98 6. Grand Central Beauty Mask $75 7. Ugg Slippers $99 8. Aveeno $5.99-$8.49 9. Doonya Dance Fitness Series $12.99 or $24.99 for a set of 3 10. Summit 3000 $80
1. Tocca Liliana $68 2. Micheal Aram $60 3. Maddyloo $15 4. J.Crew hat $39.50 5. J.Crew Bathing suite $98 6. Grand Central Beauty Mask $75 7. Ugg Slippers $99 8. Aveeno $5.99-$8.49 9. Doonya Dance Fitness Series $12.99 or $24.99 for a set of 3 10. myCharge Summit 3000 $80

1. Flowers bring feelings of love, sincerity and appreciation.  Give Mom a scent to remind her of springs beauty with Tocca’s newest Eau de Parfum addition Liliana ($68) full of intoxicating bouquets of the lily of the valley, and peony wafts as subtle

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Hair Removal By Nair: Get Smooth For Summer In Three Simple Steps {sponsored}

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There’s something about at-home hair removal system that takes me back to my childhood and an era where I feel like every mom (and this teenager) was using them. Maybe it’s because I moved out of the suburbs and into NYC where there’s a salon on every other block or suddenly my busy schedule pushed me to exclusively use razors when left to my own vices, but somehow I can’t remember the last time I tried one.

Nair Brazilian Spa Clay

Nair Hair Remover recently launched two NEW Brazilian Spa Clay Total Care one for your body and the other for your face. These two new depilatories join the popular Brazilian Spa Clay Line inspired by the beauty secrets and hair removal expertise of Brazil. Each product is infused with mango butter and açai berry known to moisturize the skin, and mineral-rich clay known to purify the skin. Promising ‘professional results  at a fraction of the cost’, I sampled both products with incredible results. And with summer around the corner, smooth legs have never been more in season.

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PC featured on Wantable: What’s in the beauty box?

Lara Eurdolian, Wantable

I’m so excited to announce that I’m partnering with Wantable this month to help curate their spring make up box! If you’re not familiar with Wantable you should be beauty queens! It’s a subscription service where they hand pick 5 – 7 full-size products based on your beauty profile and shipped it to your door every month. You have the option to do a one time buy or subscribe for a monthly membership where you can pause or canceled at any time, so you’re never locked in. (Think Birchbox but instead of samples you get full size product.) Shippings and returns are always free so your happiness is guaranteed! Wantable also offers a jewelry box version which I’m a little obsessed with as well, considering accessories are my other vice.

This month they have just the products to help you ease into the final months of Spring and get ready for a Summer! Remember the quickest way to become a beauty expert, is to keep trying new products, and Wantable is an amazing way to do just that. By filling out your beauty profile  (it’s quick) they’re able to customize the perfect box for you. Product offerings spans brow, eyeliner, blush, highlighters, lip color, nail polish, lash product, bronzer, brushes and eye shadow. You rate each product according to “love”, “like” or “dislike”.  Any products in the “dislike” pile, you’ll never see in your box so if you only want eye products, that’s all you’ll get in your box, if you want a mix, you can fill out your profile accordingly. From there it will have you pick your favorite shades.

Wantable box

Some of my favorite products from this month include FACE Stockholm lipsticks + blush, Knock Out Cosmetics matte nail polish, Three Custom Color mini pressed powder, Cailyn eyeliner, and Manna Kadar transfix. (I mean how good looking is my block!). Plus prior to Wantable, I had never tried Cailyn or Manna Kadar, and I’m so glad for the introduction. All of these brands and products are available in the may box, plus many more!

Subscribe for $36/month or buy a single box for $40 (all valued between $80 and $100+). Each box is packed with 5- 7 full-size products hand-picked from unique, specialty, and premium brands and includes expert application tips and tricks.

Check it out for yourself at Wantable.com and let me know what you think!

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