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Thanksgiving Shopbop Sale

Thanksgiving Shopbop Sale on Belle Belle Beauty

I know I am always chatting about Shopbop, but living in Tulsa, it is my go-to for staples that are hard to find here. I looked down at my outfit for work today and it was literally head-to-toe Vince, all of which I have purchased on Shopbop. Granted, not everything I order works out. But they are champs about returns. But once I find I a line I love (Rag and Bone, Jenni Kayne, RAILS, Vince, etc.) it is so easy to make it a shopping resource. And I love they are adding more favorites to their inventory like the all time best laundry splurge here and great beauty buys like this device.

The details are shop with code MORE18 and get:

  • 15% off orders of $200+
  • 20% off orders of $500+
  • 25% off orders of $800+

Some of my favorites right now are below.

The Body Shop 25 Days of the Enchanted Deluxe Advent Calendar

The Body Shop 25 Days of the Enchanted Deluxe Advent Calendar on Belle Belle Beauty

I think I like the countdown to the holidays more than the holidays themselves. It is always a bit sad that you can’t be with everyone you adore on the big days. My family is scattered across the US. Plus, Christmas, especially, is so much pressure with presents and glitz and festivities. Maybe another reason I prefer the build up rather than the main event, is that I love Advent, the Christian celebration of the four Sundays leading up to the big celebration. A favorite childhood memory of mine is advent calendars – opening a door each day of December for small treats and the contemplation of what this time of year means to me, my family and my friends.

This year, The Body Shop, created the most extraordinary advent calendars for grown-up beauty junkies. Each day reveals a product that can celebrate the spirit of the season (or perk up from a holiday slump). There are 25 treats that delight. And little daily gifts are along the theme of nature inspired by the Enchanted Forest – something I always love being reminded of any time of the year.

I don’t want to spoil all the fun, but for those of you who want to know what is in it, the list is below. Enjoy and Happy Holidays!

  • Mini Peppermint Candy Cane Shower Gel 2 FL OZ
  • Mini Mango Body Butter 1.69 oz
  • Mini White Musk® Body Lotion 2 FL OZ
  • Bunny Nail File
  • Mini Strawberry Shower Gel 2 FL OZ
  • Coconut ath Bubble Coconut 1 OZ
  • Mini Camomile Gentle Eye Make Up Remover 2 FL OZ
  • Green Tea Bath Bomb Green Tea 1 OZ
  • Mini Almond Milk & Honey Hand Cream 1 OZ
  • Mini Pink Grapefruit Body Lotion 1 FL OZ
  • Bath Lily Red
  • Eyeliner Liquid Black .8 FL OZ
  • Lip Definer Hot Date .03 OZ
  • Mini British Rose Body Scrub 1.69 OZ
  • Born Lippy™ Lip Balm Strawberry .31 OZ
  • Mini Almond Milk & Honey Body Butter 1.69 OZ
  • Brow & Lash Brush & Comb
  • Mini Shea Hand Cream 1 OZ
  • Eyelash Curler
  • Mini Mango Shower Gel 2 FL OZ
  • Eye Definer Black .03 OZ
  • Strawberry Smoothing Face Mist 2 FL OZ
  • Matte Lip Liquid Tahiti Hibiscus .2 FL OZ
  • Full Size Coconut Body Butter 6.75 OZ
  • Owl Face Towel

Available at The Body Shop and $173 value.

Beauty Gift Guide

Beauty Gift Guide on Belle Belle Beauty

Much to celebrate on here today – thanks to the team at EmPress Themes, I am rocking a whole new look. Excited to be back blogging regularly with a sleek appearance and updated features. I now have a Shop Page for you to browse, which is currently stocked with shopping ideas for the holidays, just in time for Cyber Monday. And on that note, EmPress Themes is offering a sale through tomorrow if you are needing to refresh your blog!

If you are here on my corner of the web, likely you yourself are a beauty junkie. I certainly am. But if not, I am sure you have one on your Christmas list. Here are some ideas for your wish list or shopping list from affordable to luxury.

 

AESOP London Kit – a wonderful introduction to the brand and a truly luxe toiletries kit for those new year travels.

GLOW RECIPE Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask – this mask smells great, leaves skin refined and smooth and looks great on the vanity.

TARTE Tartelette Toasted Eyeshadow Palette – I love the finish of these eyeshadows and the shades are neutral and so wearable.

La Mer Mini Miracles Collection – this is my current skin care brand obsession and this relatively price-friendly set allows you to try out some favorite products.

OUAI Hair Care Set – this hair care line smells incredible and plays perfectly with my fine, wavy hair (this might be on my to-me, from-me list).

RMS Beauty Luminizer X Quad – my favorite highlighters all packaged into one neat compact (and they are natural and cruelty-free).

Nest Fragrances Votive Candles – the best holiday candles in my opinion and with this set you get to try some of their non-seasonal scents as well (Holiday, Birchwood Pine, Grapefruit, Bamboo and Sugar Cookie).

MAC Snow Ball Prep + Prime Fix+ Kit – I snagged this on Black Friday without having tried Fix+ and am already a fan of the refreshing spray to prime or revive makeup throughout the day.

LE LABO Discovery Set – I am getting a couple of these for my friends who love Santal on me, but need to check out some of Le Labo’s other super-popular scents.

SLIP Embroidered Silk Eye Mask – I received SLIP’s pillow case last Christmas and am angling for the skin care-friendly eye mask this year. It looks pretty enough to wear on a long flight.

Jo Malone London Cologne Collection – I started wearing these fifteen years ago and they still are a favorite. This set is a perfect way to reacquaint with an old staple.

Tata HarperWinter Wonders Set – if RMS is my favorite natural color brand, Tata Harper is my favorite natural skin care brand. This set has such a nice array of products for winter skin.

Tom Dixon London, Orientalist and Royalty Set – these candles are almost too pretty to burn, but if you do, your house will be filled with sophisticated and warm fragrance.

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer in White – the hottest beauty product of the season, this ultra-luxe hair dryer is a dream to use and will make your morning routine so much easier.

Laura Mercier Flawless Contouring Palette – she knows her face products and this palette is packed with shades and colors that look wonderful on a wide range of skin tones. Plus, I am a huge fan of cream formula on winter skin.

Happy New Year – Favorites From Around The Web

Happy New Year - Favorites From Around The Web on Belle Belle Beauty

Hi, beauties! Hope you had a wonderful New Year’s Eve and are enjoying a great start to 2014. I had a wonderful time with family and friends, full of laughter and food and drink. Sorry for the sparse posting on the blog, but we will be back in full swing by the end of the week! For now, here are some of my favorite finds from around the web over the last month or so. Anything on your post-holidays shopping list?

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Stress and Your Skin

Stress and Your Skin // Belle Belle Beauty

I absolutely love this time of year. As I write, I am relishing a cozy rainy day. But it also brings about the holiday stress. And stress is bad business for skin. I’ve been upping my dose of moisture to help with the problem with my beloved Vital Vitamin Day Cream SPF 15. Beyond that, Simple Advisory Board psychiatrist Dr. Josie Howard has some awesome info and tips on how stress can affect skin and ways to stay healthy.

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