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Roc Multi Corrextion 5 in 1 Chest, Neck & Face Cream

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What do you think? Does my neck look younger? My acupuncturist likes to point out, I have a long neck which incidentally has led James to think that’s my nickname — I’m now reduced to a character from The Land Before Time. While I choose to not be insecure about it, you better believe I’m all about protecting my neck. A long neck I can deal with, a saggy, unkept long neck on the other hand… I think I’ll pass.

Before I talk about RoC’s new Multi Correxion 5 in 1 Chest, Neck & Face Cream with SPF 30 here’s some intel you should all be aware of. For starters UV exposure is the fastest way to age so in addition to SPF on your face, please make sure it’s on your neck, chest, hands and anywhere else that’s exposed to sun. Next, your neck and chest are the most sensitive and susceptible parts of your body because the skin is thinner (more so then your face!). We have less fat underneath those areas so it can show your age faster. Case and point, wear SPF and extend your skincare regimen to your neck and chest. (Or pick a product like this one from RoC that is designed for them and has an SPF 30). roc-neck-cream-Lizzie-Fortunato-roc-necklace

Now I’m ready to talk about RoC’s new Multi Correxion 5 in 1 Chest, Neck & Face Cream with SPF 30 ($27.99) beginning with this lovely necklace I’m wearing designed by Lizzie Fortunato. This long neck deserves something pretty around it — as do all necks! So RoC partnered with Lizzie Fortunato to create a custom LF x RoC Onyx Collar. Gold-plated brass with onyx semi-precious stones it’s available for purchase HEREroc-x-Lizzie-Fortunato-necklace

Now, back to the cream, I’m going to confess that I only use it on my neck and check, mainly because I think those parts of our bodies have different needs then our faces. I have a whole face regimen I like to do depending on what my skin needs. I’m more into customizing my face products and layering the different benefits then using an all-in-one. That said, this cream is designed for all three and for all you guys and gals who don’t have patience for more then a few steps, this is a great alternative. Now when it comes to my face and neck I’m good with cleansing and then going straight to a moisturizer (with maybe an added essence or toner step in between).

The RoC’s new Multi Correxion 5 in 1 Chest, Neck & Face Cream with SPF 30 is clinically proven to visibly smooth fine lines on the chest and neck after 4 weeks of use. I’ve been using it for almost a month and love it. It absorbs beautifully and isn’t chalky or have any weird SPF after-effects that some products do. It’s hydrating and I’m so excited that has an SPF 30 in it! It’s formulated with HEXINOL Technology and Vitamin E to help treat the signs of aging in one step as well as restore elasticity and firmness. Your neck and chest are just as prone to changes in pigment, elasticity, wrinkles and texture as your face — maybe even more so — so I hope I’ve inspired you to take better care of it!
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Sidebar:  I’m in love with my new perforated Keds! I’ve been on a bit of a Keds kick lately (see my post on how you can now customize and monogram them). There’s something about their girl power attitude — they were the first brand to design sneakers for woman!

Outfit Details:

RoC Multi Correxion 5 in 1 Chest, Neck & Face Cream with SPF 30

Lizzie Fortunato LF x RoC Onyx Collar

Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in shade Venezia

C&C California Burn Out Muscle Tee (similar)

Under Armour Seamless Sports Bra

American Eagle Zip Up Hoodie (in stores now, couldn’t find it online)

ASOS Ridley High Waist Skinny Jeans

Keds Double Decker Perf

Make Up For Ever Launches Aqua XL Eye Pencil with Charlie XCX

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Welcome the latest bold addition to the Make Up For Ever family… Charlie XCX! Actually it’s their new Aqua XL Eye Pencil which global pop sensation, Charlie XCX is the face of. She needs no introduction right?

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Me and Charlie XCX!

I hope you saw my snap chat from the launch party, because it was pretty epic (it’s snapchat: @prettyconnected if you want to follow me for future makeup launches). Charlie XCX performed her hit song, Boom Clap and then was joined on stage by her makeup artist, Colby Smith and Make Up For Ever’s Director of Artistry, Lihja Stewart to give us the 411 on the new Aqua XL Eye Pencils.

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Here’s what you need to know: Available in 20 eye popping, highly pigmented shades spanning the gamut of brights, metallics and classics; they go on creamy and smooth and then don’t budget — like feel free to rub your eyes they aren’t moving! They are waterproof, extra long lasting and according to Charlie XCX sweat proof and doesn’t budge when she’s on stage.  With Coachella around the corner I may be melting but it’s good to know my eye makeup won’t be.

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During the event I chatted with Charlie XCX and asked favorite shade, which just so happens to be the green color of my hair — coincidence? That or we’re soul sisters.

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This is the first of an ongoing series of artistic collaborations that highlights stage artists and their makeup artists. I am excited to see who they team up with next!

The range is currently available in Europe and launching in the US at Sephora starting April 26th and all Make Up For Ever Boutiques starting 4/29.

Lancome Launches Juicy Shaker Lip Oil

REVIEW: Lancome Juicy Shaker Pigment-Infused Bi-Phase Lip Oil

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A few weeks ago I hit up the launch of Lancome’s Juicy Shaker Pigment-Infused Bi-Phase Lip Oil. Set in a glamorous, Mad Men-esque setting, Lancome presented their new Juicy Shaker Pigment-Infused Bi-Phase Lip Oil.

Here’s what you need to know!

Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche {Swatches + Review}

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There are some pretty obsession worthy things coming out of Canada (beside Justin Thorough) and I’m of course talking about Bite Beauty’s new Amuse Bouche lipstick collection ($26 each). By now you’ve probably heard the chatter all over the Internet and on every beauty bloggers Instagram feed, if not let me clue you in.

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If you love high pigmented, bold, creamy lipsticks, then get ready to drool over Bite Beauty’s Amuse Bouche collection. Consisting of 34 shades, and filled with lip-quenching nutrients, vitamins, and omega oils these rich lippies are incredible. Made with 12 edible oils for an ultra-creamy hydrating texture and triple milled pigment (don’t worry they aren’t oily or run), they smell like citrus thanks to a blend or fresh pressed fruit. However dark they look in the packaging, I guarantee is just as rich and pigmented when you swipe them on your lips.

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I have 6 shades swatched above in this order:

  • Beetroot – Bold Berry
  • Gazpacho – True Blue Red
  • Black Trouffle – Black Violet (I did a li
  • Spritzer – Plum Rose (purple)
  • Chai – Mauve Brown
  • Honeycomb – Beige Nude

I want them all 34 shades – especially some of the bright pinks (you know how much I love me a good fuchsia). They are exclusive to Sephora and Sephora.com and should all be in store but I’ve been stocking my nearest Sephora since I want to see them all in person. Until then Sephora.com will do.

6 Highlights of my week: Khloe Kardashian, Jamie Kern, Saks off Fifth comes to NYC, Fiona Stiles launches at Ulta

khloe-kardashian-allergan-kybella-nyc-stong-looks-better-naked-lara-eurdolianWell it’s been an exciting week, new hair color, new stores, finally meeting Jamie Kern and it’s always a pleasure stealing a moment with Khloe Kardashian (especially when a photobooth is involved). Here are some highlights you may have seen on snapchat or Instagram:

Khloe Kardashian hosts Allergan’s “Live Chin Up” event – centered around having a positive body image, Allegran shared their latest innovation, Kybella, the first of it’s kind treatment in facial aesthetics that helps improve that double chin and “Live Chin Up”, a new movement designed to inspire a positive approach to life. Hosted by Khloe Kardashian, who recently wrote the #1 New York Times Bestseller, Strong Looks Better Naked, she moderated a panel discussion which included a doctor, photographer and user of Kybella. What’s cool about Kybella is it’s non-invasive and actually a prescription medicine used by adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin, also called, “double chin”. Naturally my highlight was the photobooth with Khloe which certainly had me holding my chin up high.

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Saks OFF Fifth opens in NYC featuring the first-ever Gilt In-Store Shop – Hosted by actress, Jamie Chung the opening for the new Saks OFF Fifth had a line wrapped around the corner. Now officially open to the public you can enjoy designer clothes, shoes, sunglasses and accessories at massive discounts. There is also a built in Gilt store for all you gilt.com shoppers, where you shop some of the assortment there or they can help you order online and best part is if you order from gilt.com you can return directly to the store! Visit Saks OFF 5TH at 57th and Lexington (125 East 57th Street, New York).

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Breakfast with Neutrogena for the launch of their “See Whats Possible” campaign – Through thousands of hours meeting with women from Dallas to Taipei, Sao Paulo to Paris, Neutrogena uncovered a universal truth – women are stepping back to examine what’s possible in their lives so they can pursue their dreams.  During the Oscars the brand launched their first global campaign featuring the commercial shown above. I’m so impressed by Neutrogena and all they are doing including teaming up with Girls Inc for this initiative to help women achieve their dreams.

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The brand also announced Olivia Holt as the new face of Neutrogena and have so many new foundations shades and products that I’ll be doing a full review on soon!

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Superhero hair with Mark Townsand and Dove for the launch of their NEW Dove Regenerative Nourishment hair collection! It’s been almost a year since I chopped my hair and colored the bottoms green. I upped the ante last week when Dove had me to Salon V in NYC for a color treatment and to test out the new line. We got very creative and gave me a very dusted oil slick type color (or as I like to call it superhero hair).

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The collection includes the Regenerative Nourishment Shampoo ($4.99), Conditioner ($4.99) and Serum-in-Oil ($5.99), and is formulated with red algae + Keratin NutriComplex to replenish lost nutrients and reconstruct the internal structure of hair, all while restoring smoothness and strength. My hair as super soft when leaving the salon. I’ve been religiously using the Serum Oil ever since, it’s awesome for dry ends and bleached hair. I use it on wet and dry hair (on the ends) and it soaks right into strands without any greasy after-math and helps keep my strands shiny and frizz free.

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Jamie Kern Lima, Founder and CEO of IT Cosmetics appearance at Ulta – On Saturday, I picked up two of my blogger gals, Lorna and Makeda and took a car to Garden City to meet Jamie Kern Lima! It Cosmetics is one of my favorite beauty brands that I’ve been using forever that I’m so excited to finally meet the woman behind the brand. By the way if you haven’t tried their new Superhero Elastic Stretch Volumizing Mascara, you’re missing out. It’s incredible!

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Fiona Stiles Beauty Launches at Ulta – Speaking of Ulta… Cast the alarm, celebrity makeup artist, Fiona Stiles much anticipated makeup line has finally arrived! I have no idea what’s good yet but the collection is priced at $12-$30 and includes 120 products in eye, lip and face categories all exclusive to Ulta.com. I tried to get the 411 at Ulta when I was in Garden City but they didn’t have the products yet.

Love is Louder with NUDESTIX

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Last Friday, I had an awesome time meeting up with Jenny Frankel, the founder of NUDESTIX to play with the new Intense Matte Color Lip + Cheek Pencils and learn about their Love is Louder campaign. As many of you know she and her two daughters, Ally and Taylor created NUDESTIX to speak to the millennial generation looking for natural, easy to do, on the go makeup.  nudestix-matte-lip

{Swatched above left to right: Royal, Kiss, Purity, Stiletto, Raven}

Five nudes and three bolds make up these new beautiful, full impact Intense Matte Color Lip + Cheek Pencils that go on so smooth and last all day. Unlike most matte lippes this formula isn’t drying and can be used as a lipstick, lip liner, and cheek blush all in one pencil

Tarte 2016 Spring Collection Swatches and Details

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(Swatched top row across, then middle and bottom row. Shades in order: Charmer, Jetsetter, Rocker, Smokeshow, Flower child, Smarty pants, Firecracker, Activist, Funny girl, Sweetheart, Rebel and Leader)
I’ve been playing with the Tarte Spring 2016 collection for the past month and it’s a mix of takers and leavers. The collection includes the Tartelette In Bloom Eyeshadow Palette,Tarteist Contour Palette, Tarte Tarteist Lip Crayons and Tarte Tarteist Lip Paint. Off the bat I can tell you the eyeshadow palette and the lip crayons (aka lip liners) are a perfect 10. If there are two products you’re adding to your must-try list, it’s these two!

Do this: Miss Pop’s DIY Manicure as seen at Alice + Olivia

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Fashion week always brings on a variety of nail looks. Backstage we take notes and drool over the manicures that are usually so ornate and impossible to recreate at home. However, our favorite nail artist, Miss Pop created a jaw-dropping negative space manicure using China Glaze nail polish, that is so simple to recreate but looks beyond polished and cool we had to share.

For this look she used: French Manicure Guide Stickers (the key to the look), China Glaze Strong Adhesion Base Coat, China Glaze Meet Me in the Mirage nail polish (rosy/bronze foil metallic color) and China Glaze Fast Forward Top Coat.

Stila’s Spring 2016 Collection is Perfection! {Details + Swatches}



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Stila’s Spring/Summer 2016 collection is inspired by Impressionism, taking cues from the interplay between light and color. Everything is an all-star. This is an outstanding collection which includes this Aqua Glow Serum Foundation, Aqua Glow Serum Concealer, two Convertible Color Dual Lip & Cheek Palettes, and five Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick shade extensions.

Brighter Days with Clinique Pep-start

clinique-pep-startIf you follow me on snapchat (which I hope all of you do @prettyconnected), 3 things you’ve probably noticed: 1. I’m not a morning person, 2. I’m always busy and running around to events, and 3. I don’t sleep enough.

We all have our AM routines, for me it’s up-beat get-me-out-of-bed music, a body shower and coffee to kick start my day.  However, none of those help the looming tired eyes after a long day or sleepless night. Well my fellow sleep deprived friends, there is good news! Clinique’s NEW Pep-Start Eye Cream ($26.50) is designed to brighten eyes and show results in just 3 seconds!

I’ve been a long-time fan of Clinique and their eye products. Their Smart Custom-Repair Eye Treatment is one of my all time favorite eye creams and a staple in my bathroom. It’s a brand I trust and I’m so excited to partner with them for the launch of their latest eye cream,Pep-Start.

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After getting an early sample of the new Pep-Start Eye Cream and using it for the past week, I joined Clinique yesterday for the launch and Daybreaker morning party.

If you followed the snapchat you know I was up at 6am, brightening those eyes with the product and then headed to Daybreaker