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Pantone’s Color of The Year 2014 – Radiant Orchid on FOX23’s Great Day Green Country

I have great appreciation for Pantone and their annual “color of the year”. I couldn’t have been more enthusiastic about 2013’s selection, Emerald. But I need to be honest here. I felt like their 2014 selection, Radiant Orchid, was out of nowhere. I couldn’t wrap my head around the ultra-femine and somewhat dated shade. But I leaned into it, started playing with purples, lilacs and violets. And color me wrong. The regal and mysterious shade is actually quite captivating. “Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. Now, that I can get behind. This morning, I am on FOX 23’s Great Day Green Country discussing my favorite beauty buys that had my falling for Radiant Orchid.

Favorite Fall Launches on FOX23’s Great Day Green Country

I’m back on FOX23’s Great Day Green Country this morning to chat about my favorite launches for fall. Representing my favorite brands, these new products mark great technological advances, delicious scents and the best formulations. So tune in if you are in the area at 10AM (if not, I’ll post the clip later this week) and catch the roundup here:

Urban Decay Naked Skin Ultra Definition Pressed Finishing Powder is part of a skin collection that reflects weightless, undetectable coverage. This powder achieves that luminous but still semi-matte finish that is on trend for fall. Optical blurring pigments perfects skin with natural looking coverage. The effect is perfect for pictures (or television appearances!).

One of America’s most esteemed, Avon, just got a little revamp. And their makeup is better than ever. This summer, they launched the revolutionary Mega Effects Mascara. The ergonomic design with swiveling handle gives complete coverage of lash-lengthening, inky pigment. Another standout, the True Color Eyeshadow Quads, are packed of vibrant but wearable pigment. The creamy powder is luxurious and ultra-blendable. I love Metal Eyes and Purple Haze.

If you just can’t let go of that summer glow, pick up Caudalíe Divine Leg Tinted Body Lotion. I fell for this scent with the launch of Divine Oil, and this part of the collection gives the perfect subtle bronze. The lotion also nourishes and moisturizes skin and doesn’t budge or transfer.

Murad Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum is helping me atone for my summer skin sins. After loads of days out by the pool, my hyperpigmentation was really acting up. This serum promised to work in just one week. And it delivered. Hydroquinone and glycolic acid team up to jump start progress towards more even skin.

Unlike any other powder foundations, Laura Mercier ‘Smooth Finish’ Foundation Powder manages to be luminous and hydrate my dry skin. The formula glides on without settling in fine lines or giving an overly matte finish. The formula can be used dry for sheer to medium coverage or wet for medium to full coverage.

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Summer Lotions on FOX 23 Great Day Green Country

During these hot summer months, I hydration needs shift a bit. These days, I’ve been looking for fresh, light scents, after sun care and lightweight moisture. Here are my top favorites I am highlighting this morning on Great Day Green Country!:

Hampton Sun Continuous Mist Hydrating Aloe is for those days when you just got too much sun. Even though I am a SPF fanatic, I know it happens to all of us. The refreshing spray has powerful aloe and antioxidant vitamin E along with menthol to calm and moisturize skin.

Mario Badescu Summer Shine Body Lotion adds just enough shine for those legs in a summer cocktail dress, making skin look radiant and healthy. Beeswax, peanut oil and vitamin A help moisturize skin without leaving it greasy.

Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter is a natural, luxurious cream with a slight sitrus scent. The super charged Argan Oil is supremely nourishing for when you are really aching for some moisture.

Mustela After Sun Spray, originally a line developed for infants and children, has the gentlest and most soothing formula for sun parched skin. I love the spray dispenser and straightforward formula.

Bliss Blood Orange+White Pepper Body Butter Maximum Moisture Cream has long been a favorites, particularly for the bright and cheerful scent (blood orange and spicy white pepper top notes with nuances of coriander and white musk). The rich formula absorbs quickly and leaves skin nourished.

Budget Beauty Buys

I’m back on Great Day Green Country on Tulsa’s FOX23 this morning to share all my new favorite finds from the drugstore aisles. Everything from a new awesome mascara to some seriously revolutionary hair care lines, there are some great beauty finds at low prices.

CeraVe Facial Sunscreen Face Lotion SPF 50 will have fans of this dermatologist recommended brand thrilled. This sunscreen is powered with physical only blockers, limiting irritation. It also comes in stick form, which dries clear, preventing that dreaded white cast.

L’Oreal EverCurl is the first ever drugstore hair care line especially designed for curly hair. Check out my giveaway here to win the entire line! I’m giving away three gift baskets. Did I mention Jordin Sparks is a fan?

Simple Skincare Radiance Cleansing Wipes have become such a staple for me. This new version promotes a radiant complexion. And they are so perfect for those nights when you are just too darn tired for the whole skin care routine.

Nexxus Youth Renewal is part of one of the hottest beauty topics these days. Backed by some serious scientific research, these formulas adresss the eight signs of aging hair. The Elixir is especially exciting as a versatile styling agent that can give immediate results.

Rimmel Scandaleyes Mascara was recently introduced to me by my dear friend, Jessica. Whoa – she was right! This mascara blew me away. The large fluffy brush gives you soft and full lashes that go on for miles.

Spring Nail Trends on Fox23

This morning, I’ll be over on Fox 23′s Great Day Green Country to talk beauty again – this time it is all about Spring Nail Trends. Can you believe it is already March and we are so close to Spring? If you are in the Tulsa area, tune in. If not, I’ll post a link to my segment later today. Enjoy!

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