Thursday – Almost There! Fusion Beauty IllumiCover Luminous Concealer (review)

The week is getting easier, and I’m getting more and more excited about the weekend. My very very very good friend is coming to visit and we’re going to see the final Harry Potter movie. Woo Hoo! We’re also going to indulge in serious amounts of girl talk.

What does that have to do with beauty products? Nothing. Zip. It’s just really, really cool.

But…this is a beauty blog, so here’s a very nifty item. From Fusion Beauty.

IllumiCover Line Smoothing Luminous Concealer


Blurb: A concealer with brightening properties. This weightless concealer works instantly to diminish the appearance of shadows, dark circles, and imperfections. Its luminizing ingredients deliver a brighter, more youthful complexion. Use a single application for a weightless effect or build layers for greater coverage. FusionBeauty Products deliver instant and long-term results—this concealer is no exception. Hydro-gel technology rebuilds skin's extra cellular matrix to smooth and plump wrinkles around the eyes right away. Matrixyl® 3000 reduces wrinkle depth and volume over time.

Here’s another fabulous multi-tasker. This lovely item is skincare, concealer and highlighter all in one – and it also works well as a primer to keep shadow and eyeliner in place!

I mostly used it on my under eye area. It’s creamy, lightweight, has a very smooth finish, and brightens without looking obvious or shiny. It gave very good coverage for dark circles; and when I used it under my foundation on my cheeks and nose, I got excellent results (especially near my nasal folds which get very red when my allergies act up).

What really made this stand out was the absolute lack of creasing. Even in hot weather, there was no creasing or settling into lines at all – so it looked great all day.

Right now the website is undergoing construction, but you can easily shop their products online at Sephora (or click on the Store Locator). FusionBeauty can also be found at drugstore.com, ULTA and Nordstrom.

So…mod, moody, folksy…? I think we’ll make Thursday slightly artsy. Here’s something from David Bowie.



(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)

“Street” Week: Fusion Beauty PrimeResults Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15 (review)

Oh how I need a beauty break!

Work was crazy hectic; and then I spent all evening at the car dealership trying not to be tempted by all of the shiny, pretty machines that were way too fancy for my budget. Actually…I think I found something, but I have to wait until tomorrow to find out if all of my insurance/finance ducks are in a row.

Right now I’m going to temporarily uncross my fingers and write about a different kind of pretty thing. From Fusion Beauty.

PrimeResults Tinted Moisturizer (SPF 15)


Blurb: A self-priming tinted moisturizer with sun protection. This product provides a sheer veil of color while moisturizing deeply. It incorporates two approaches to skin moisturization: flash-hydration for instant results, and prolonged-hydration for continuous quenching over time. Together, these properties perfect skin's texture and reduce the appearance of pore size.

This is an outstanding Tinted Moisturizer. Of course I was already cheering for the SPF; but I was also pretty happy when I read the label and saw all of the fabulous skincare-related antioxidants, peptides and vitamins.

What I really noticed, though, was the sheer (somewhat buildable), lightweight, elegant finish. My skin looked naturally fresh and polished. My face also felt incredibly smooth; and PrimeResults moisturized all day without any feeling of heaviness.

The website is currently undergoing a “makeover;” but you can still browse (and buy) their gorgeous products at Sephora. FusionBeauty can also be found at drugstore.com, ULTA and Nordstrom.

Since this week may be a little bit crazy, I thought I’d share some serious cuteness, humor, and stress reduction. “Street” Week is all about…the Sesame. And tonight it’s all about the motoring. I hope you smile as much as I did when you watch this!



(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)

Golden Globes: Fab Makeup Trends

In addition to all of the oohing and ahhing about the hair; I need to balance things out. With the makeup…and nails...and stuff...

Makeup Trends from the Golden Globes

Trend #1 - The Perfect Glow

Emma Stone and Michelle Williams were fresh-faced and dewy, in peach tones and subtle shades. Both actresses chose peachy-pink lips and cheeks paired with long, luscious lashes for a naturally stunning look. Try FusionBeauty SculptDiva Contouring & Sculpting Blush in Crave and LipFusion Micro-Injected Collagen Color Shine in Sweet. Available at Sephora.

Trend #2 - Bright Lips

January Jones paired a glossy red lip with a striking red dress to achieve a “Hollywood Glam” feel. To get this look, try jane iredale Lip Fixation in Rapture, a timeless and long-lasting red stain with a gloss on the other side for subtle shine. At shop.janeiredale.com.

Trend #3 - Striking Eyes

Megan Fox complimented a pale pink dress with siren-like smoky eyes. Get the look with jane iredale Mystikols – a dual-ended eyeliner with a powder eyeliner on one end and a shimmering highlighter on the other. Smoky eyes can be achieved without a whole makeup bag of products. Mystikol in Onyx. At shop.janeiredale.com.

Trend #4 – Neutral Nails

January Jones’ chose the classic French manicure to contrast her statement gown and glossy red lips. To achieve the perfect French manicure in 4 easy steps—try Orly’s French Manicure kit. At SallyBeauty.com.

Globe winner Natalie Portman chose to downplay her nails for the evening with a demure gray polish. China Glaze in Avalanche adds a finishing touch to high-fashion looks. At SallyBeauty.com.

Happy Fabulous Friday! Kim Kardashian in NY for FusionBeauty

Check out this amazing photo of Kim Kardashian at the FusionBeauty event…

Kim Kardashian Steps Out in New York City for FusionBeauty!

Want to achieve her flawless face?

“I used the FusionBeauty Illumifill in the T-Zone area and above the hollows of the cheeks and above the lip. For a controlled highlight, use Illumifill in the specific desired areas.” Suggests celebrity make-up artist, Joyce Bonelli.

Check out the other FusionBeauty products used on Kim to achieve her fresh faced look that’s perfect for stepping into Fall:

· FusionBeauty LipFusion Color Shine in 24K
· Fusion Beauty PrimeResults Brightening Primer
· FusionBeauty IllumiFill Line Filling Luminizer
· FusionBeauty Finishing Powder in Rose Gold
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Friday Fun: Kim Kardashian and FusionBeauty Objects of Desire Holiday Collection

Kim Kardashian was in Toronto on Tuesday to celebrate the launch of the Objects of Desire holiday collection. Read about the collection and check out the cool photos (she’s wearing FusionBeauty's LipFusion in Sweet and IllumiFill Line Filling Luminizer).

(btw: Sales from the Holiday Capsule Collection benefit FusionBeauty’s “Kiss Away Poverty” campaign)

Fusionbeauty® Colorceuticals® Launches Limited Edition "Objects Of Desire" Holiday Collection

New LipFusion Colors, Shimmery Spray Powder and Infatuation Mini Set Packaged in Collectable Vintage-Inspired Designs

FusionBeauty® Colorceuticals® introduces their limited edition "Objects of Desire" Holiday Collection inspired by the glam and sophistication of the holiday season. The collection features all new FusionBeauty products including LipFusion Holiday Capsule Collection, FusionBeauty's Virtual Powder, and InFatuation™ Holiday Mini Set packaged in sexy, vintage-inspired metallic floral motif designs that is sure to bring joy, glitz and glam to everyone on your gift list.

LipFusion™ Holiday Capsule Collection: The gift that gives back! Four brand new LipFusion Color Shine shades include Show Off!, a dazzling plum, 24K, a golden peach, Rhinestone, an iridescent pink, and Posh, a glistening fuchsia, all with a shimmer finish to make lips sparkle for the holiday season. In addition to the gorgeous new shades, the Holiday Capsule Collection benefits FusionBeauty's "Kiss Away Poverty" Campaign where $1 from every sale of LipFusion is donated to the Seven Bar Foundation to help women get out of poverty.

FusionBeauty's Virtual Perfecting Powder: An innovative spray finishing powder with anti-aging properties offering immediate radiance for a long-term more youthful appearance, packaged in a beautiful vintage-inspired glass perfume atomizer bottle. Virtual Perfecting Powder contains Granactive Powder-168 which stimulates collagen growth and cellular turnover to improve the skin's appearance. The loose powder comes in two shades: Perfector, which offers a translucent matte air-brushed glow and Opulent, which gives a shimmer finish, both perfect for a subtle hint or all-over glow for one's face and décolleté.

LipFusion InFatuation™ Holiday Mini Set: A collection of four mini InFatuation lip plumping glosses formulated with FusionBeauty's revolutionary Amplifat™ technology and packed with marine collagen filling spheres for maximum plumping power immediately and over time for perfectly kissable, mistletoe-ready lips. The set consists of InFatuation's top selling shades including Angelic, a shimmery golden pink, Screen Siren, a hot sexy red, First Crush, an antique mauve, and brand new limited edition Lollipop, a fun fuchsia pink.

FusionBeauty's Objects of Desire Holiday Collection is available in October 2010 at Sephora, Ulta and other prestige retailers nationwide.

About FusionBeauty®: Since creating the award winning LipFusion® Micro-Injected Collagen Lip Plump in 2005, FusionBeauty® continues to build on a strong foundation of innovation and advanced science by fusing breakthrough advances in dermatology, cosmetics and biological anti-aging sciences. The company's diverse and powerfully branded product line that enhances beauty in a functional way including LiftFusion®, GlowFusion®; ColorCeuticals® such as LipFusion®, StimuLashFusion®, LashFusionXL® and other dual-action make-up products, are available in over 40 countries worldwide. The effectiveness, innovation, and broad consumer appeal of FusionBeauty® products have earned the company various industry honors including the CEW Awards, the Good Housekeeping Seal and support from a long list of celebrities. For more information, please visit www.fusionbeauty.com.
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Kiss Away Poverty: Lip Fusion LuxeBoudoir Gloss (review)

Today was another hot, hectic day. But I’m also feeling a lot of gratitude. Some of my friends are having a really hard time right now with family and health problems; and I realize that even when things feel difficult, I have a lot of reasons to feel blessed and grateful.

Today’s review is also a plug for FusionBeauty and Seven Bar Foundation’s Kiss Away Poverty campaign. I know my fluffy little blog can’t solve all the problems of the world, but today seems like a good day to do a little something.

About the Seven Bar Foundation: For those who understand the difference between giving someone money and teaching them how to make it themselves, the concept of Microfinance is nothing new. It is the most sustainable, scaleable and cost-effective poverty alleviation tool.

The idea is simple: individuals are provided with small loans to start or grow small businesses, allowing them to become economically self-sufficient, provide for their families for the long-term and replace dependency on limited donor funds.

Limited Edition LuxeBoudoir Gloss (in "Vixen")

Blurb: LipFusion is moisturizing treatment gloss infused with revolutionary technology to plump lips instantly. In celebration of FusionBeauty and Seven Bar Foundation’s Kiss Away Poverty campaign, FusionBeauty is launching Luxe Boudoir Capsule Collection - four limited edition LipFusion Color Shine shades! Each color will be designed in collectible limited edition packaging featuring the iconic Seven Bar Foundation “Lingerie New York” model etched in to each bottle.

If you’d like to support this cause (or just look great), here’s a wonderful product that does double duty. It’s a luxurious gloss paired with an effective plumper. I tried “Vixen” (a smoky, shimmery mauve); and loved the sheer, edgy color paired with the sexy shimmer. The formula feels wonderful (not sticky at all), lasts, and quickly gives a boost of plumpness. The quality is excellent (and it also has a yummy grapefruit scent)!

And...for every shade sold - $1 will go towards FusionBeauty and Seven Bar’s Kiss Away Poverty campaign! Something to think about if you have any gift giving in your future.

You can check out the whole LuxeBoudoir Collection on the website. You can also shop this collection at Sephora, HSN, and DERMADoctor.
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(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)

Summer Beauty Suggestions! Fusion, Prive and CLEAN

From color to fragrance – I just got some fabulous summer beauty recommendations!

Summer Beauty Round Up!

Don’t sweat the hazy days of summer. Summer beauty can be easy breezy with the right products whether you’re fighting frizz, the sun’s rays, or pools of sweat. Here are some Summer Beauty Must Haves to help you look and feel your best this summer.

Glow All Out


FusionBeauty’s Illumifill Line filling Luminizer (a fav of Kim Kardashians): A facial highlighter that gives skin an immediate luminous glow alone or over make-up that also works to erase the appearance of lines and wrinkles immediately and over time.

FusionBeauty’s GlowFusion Micro-Nutrient Face & Body Natural Protein Tan and Enhancing Emulsion: Pure, sugarcane-derived crystal-clear mist gives skin a sexy glow and sun-kissed radiance in two shades while the Emulsion allows you to evenly spread the tan without transferring, streaking or staining clothes.

Pucker Up

FusionBeauty’s LipFusion Balm Tinted Lip Conditioning Stick SPF 15: This brand new lip balm delivers moisture, SPF protection, plumping and color to lips for perfect summer pout. Comes in four great shades and clear.

Hair-Do

Prive’s Flash Brilliance: The perfect size for your beach bag, this ultra fine spray protects against harmful color ruining UV rays while fighting frizz and adding instant shine to all hair types.

Prive’s Intensive Mask: Un-do the damage caused by chlorine, sun, beach days and more this summer. This mask penetrates deep into the hair to deliver moisture and strength while antioxidants rejuvenate for renewed healthy, beautiful hair.

Prive’s Finishing Texture Spray: Sexy, beach textured hair in a can! Works great when wearing your hair down for just out of the ocean waves, or up for a big, full ponytail adding amazing texture and without weighing hair down.

CLEAN Dry Shampoo: Residue-free formula absorbs oil as the day goes on and offers time-released fragrance that gives off a fresh bout of CLEAN scent so good hair days last from morning to night.

Sweet Skin

CLEAN Antibacterial Hand Cream: This anti-bacterial and moisturizing hand cream kills 99% of germs on contact and uses SafetyDerm technology which protects your hands from contamination for up to four hours after application. Perfect for your summer road trip, amusement park days, playing in the park and all summer activities!

CLEAN’s Fresh Body Veil: Provides a delicate veil between your skin and favorite clothes wicking moisture away so sweat lines don’t appear under your bra line, décolleté, and under arms while the CLEAN scents keeps you smelling fresh all day.

CLEAN Bath and Shower Gel, Body Lotion and Body Butter: Don’t let the summer element strip your skin of moisture and smoothness. Get clean and stay hydrated with CLEAN’s bath and body essentials that are loaded with cotton extracts, cotton proteins, Vitamins A & E, cocoa butter, coconut and olive oil for intense hydration.

Scent-Sational Summer

CLEAN Outdoor Shower Fresh: The exhilarating fragrance is inspired by the crisp, fresh scent of nature’s subtle aroma and the feel-good freedom of al fresco showering.

CLEAN Summer Linen: Fused with the scents of fresh Crisp Bergamot, sweet Italian Limoncello, and succulent Mirabelle Plum, CLEAN Summer Linen Eau Fraiche marries the pureness of the CLEAN line with the sexy, subtle smells of the summer season.
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Kim Kardashian to be the face of LipFusion

I should have posted this sooner, but check it out. Fusion just signed Kim Kardashian to be the face of Fusion Beauty Colorceuticals’ LipFusion franchise and new IllumiFill Line Filling Luminizer. Take a look…

Fusion Brands Inc. Signs Kim Kardashian
As The Face Of Fusion Beauty Colorceuticals’
Lipfusion Franchise And New Illumifill Line Filling Luminizer

Fusion Brands Inc., the parent company of FusionBeauty®, the international beauty brand that fuses breakthrough advances in dermatology, skincare ingredients and science with color to create multi-purpose colorceutical products that deliver immediate, virtual effects and actual long-term transformational results, has announced today that it has signed world-renowned beauty Kim Kardashian as the face of FusionBeauty Colorceuticals collection. Kardashian will represent the renowned LipFusion® franchise as well as the launch of the highly anticipated Illumifill Line Filling Luminizer™.

Her campaign with FusionBeauty will launch this spring with print advertisements in leading fashion and beauty publications as well as several in-store appearances on behalf of the brand at soon-to-be-announced locations around the United States.

“We are thrilled about this partnership,” states Caroline Pieper-Vogt, Chief Executive Officer of Fusion Brands Inc. “As a confident, passionate and driven woman, who is beautiful both inside and out, she perfectly embodies the brand and will be a source of inspiration and empowerment for all FusionBeauty women.”

“Fusion Beauty is a smart, sexy, forward-thinking company that continues to push the boundaries of the beauty industry,” says Kardashian. “I deeply admire them for their beauty innovations and commitment to philanthropy and I’m so excited to represent a brand that I have been a long time fan of.”

Kardashian first partnered with Fusion Brands this past October for the launch of their breakthrough long-term lip plumping gloss, Lipfusion Infatuation™. She hosted a hugely successful launch event at Sephora Hollywood where thousands of fans came out to have her sign the product and see her present a check on behalf of the brand to the Seven Bar Foundation, a non-profit organization that raises funds globally for microfinance institutes while creating awareness of the power and effectiveness of microfinance as a poverty alleviation tool for women.

Kim is a big fan of the LipFusion Capsule Collection because of its amazing charitable component. The "Luxe Boudoir" collection consists of four new vibrant LipFusion Color Shine glosses with shimmer effect to commemorate FusionBeauty and Seven Bar Foundation’s “Kiss Away Poverty” campaign where one dollar of every sale of LipFusion Color Shine, LipFusion Clear and LipFusion Infatuation glosses is donated to the organization to help empower women to get out of poverty through microfinance. (The “Luxe Boudoir” collection will be available at Sephora, Ulta, Dillards and other retailers nationwide retailing for $29 USD.)

About Fusion Brands Inc.: Fusion Brands Inc. is the parent company of international beauty brands FusionBeauty ColorCeuticals® and CLEAN. Founded in 2003, the company has established itself as a leader in innovative beauty by fusing breakthrough scientific technologies and ingredients with luxurious make-up, skincare, fragrance and bath & body products. These scientifically advanced products are sold in over 39 countries around the world, having gained an international following due to their effectiveness, innovation and broad consumer appeal. The FusionBeauty line-up includes LipFusion®, StimuLashFusion®, LashFusionXL®, as well as LiftFusion® and GlowFusion®. The CLEAN line of fragrances inspired by soap has expanded into a comprehensive lifestyle brand of bath, body and skincare products. For more information on Fusion Brands Inc., please visit www.fusionbrandsinc.com.
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Keep the Love Coming! FusionBeauty gets all Kissy

Celebrate Valentine's Day all month long! FusionBeauty has resident "sexpert" and sex columnist, Valerie Gibson to answer your questions. Ask your questions and check out the new Sweet To Sexy Kissing Kit (only $49 for the next two weeks).

Woo Hoo (and Bow Chick-A Bow Bow)!

FusionBeauty is celebrating the art of locking lips with their XXX-Rated Guide To Kissing.

Readers can ask their steamiest sex questions to resident “sexpert” and sex columnist Valerie Gibson, get helpful daily beauty tips and learn everything they need to know about kissing.

Cupid or not, we want to make this February the sexiest Valentines yet, so we have created a limited edition Sweet To Sexy Kissing Kit! The Kit contains 5 of our signature products ( LipFusion Dual-ended Lip Plump, LipFusion Color Shine in Sweet & Sexy, and LipFusion Lip Plumping Pencil in Pretty and Glam) only $49 for the next two weeks!
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My Stash is Running Low: SkinFusion Foundation (review)

It looks like one of my all-time favorite go-to foundations from FusionBeauty is becoming hard to find! Yikes! So I'm going to feature it as my Foundation of the Week (and then go online and stockpile a bunch).

SkinFusion Micro-Technology Bio Active Mineral Intuitive Soft Focus Fluid Foundation

Blurb: Revolutionary New Complexion Technology. (Seriously smart. Seriously bright. Seriously healthy.). Why fake a radiant, healthy complexion when you can jump-start one from within? SkinFusion's Bio Active formulas intuitively target skin's special needs to reveal balanced, bright, ageless, healthy looking radiance. Lightweight + oil-free, allergy tested, non-comedogenic, suitable for all skin types. SkinFusion™ provides everything skin could want... So it can take precisely what it needs. Proprietary Bio Active Mineral blend combines pure Gold with 60 sourced essential minerals and anti-oxidants to activate and boost absorption of nutrients, fight free radicals + rev cell metabolism. Colorless micro-bead technology transforms into sheer, customized coverage. Stimulating peptide blend with anti-bacterial formula purifies, heals blemishes + speeds cell renewal for balance and brightness. Proven muscle inhibitors and botanicals smooth fine lines and wrinkles for instant toning, firming + lifting. Invisiskin™ technology bio adheres for targeted, time-released delivery that calms irritation and inflammation. Tested on scientists, not animals.

I have been nutty over this foundation since the first time I wore it. But I had to be convinced to try it out. In the bottle, it's actually a pale lavender. So I had a hard time believing that it would do anything for me. I was wrong. Very wrong. It went on and the color changed to an exact match of my own skin color. Pretty impressive. It provides light to medium coverage and looks really natural. I also like that it's non-comedogenic, contains minerals, anti-oxidants and sunscreen. But I love that it makes my complexion look glowy. The first time I wore it, my friend commented that my skin was looking great.

Right now, it seems to be available on Amazon. I checked the website, but couldn't find it (boo hoo). But the website still had a bunch of other cool stuff. I'll be going back there as soon as I finish my stockpile run. If you can, I suggest you snap up a bottle or two while there's time.
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More Friday Fun: Awesome Gift/Get Ideas

I just got some info about a whole slew of fab gift ideas (four under $50 and three under $100). I haven't tried the CLEAN fragrances yet, but I'm planning to pretty soon. My friend Nancy raves about LipFusion glosses and I went crazy over Prive Concept Vert a while back. Start reading about the lovely, lovely gifts...now!

Under $50

CLEAN to Go Holiday Gift Bag ($36): features a fun travel friendly bag of CLEAN Warm Cotton lotion, bath & shower gel and perfume. Exclusively sold at Sephora. CLEAN fans Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Aniston, Courtney Cox Arquette, Darryl Hannah, Ali Landry, Taryn Manning, and Jamie Lynn Sigler.

LipFusion Holiday Mini Collection ($39): includes six sexy day-to-evening easy to carry mini shades of their best-selling Micro Collagen Lip Plump Color Shines - plumps lips for up to 24 hours! Sold at: Sephora, Ulta, Dillards, Beauty.com, Skinstore.com, HSN.com. Fans include Kristen Bell, Christina Aguilera, Sienna Miller, and Kate Walsh.

INFATUATION Liquid Shine Multi-Action Lip Fattener ($29): in 6 shades, this brand-new long-term plumping gloss is a favorite of celebs like Kim Kardashian and continue to leave lips more plump, firm and smooth the more you use! Sold at: Sephora, Dillards, Ulta. Special Information: From now until the end of February, $1 from every sale of Infatuation will be donated to the Seven Bar Foundation which helps women get out of poverty through FusionBeauty’s “Kiss Away Poverty” campaign.

Prive Travel Kits ($22.50-$33.50): For the jet setter in your life, one of Prive’s airport- friendly travel kits. Prive offers Daily Care Travel Kit, Reparative Travel Kit, and Volume Travel Kit ($33.50) that come in durable clear travel totes that can be stowed in your carry-on that are filled with travel size bottles of Prive’s amazing products for use all year round. Sold at: elite spas and salons (find location near you at http://www.priveproducts.com/).

Under $100

CLEAN Coffret Gift Collection ($65): 4 travel friendly CLEAN scents packaged in a gorgeous silver hued gift box. Sold at Sephora, Ulta, Beauty.com and Skinstore.com.

Prive Concept Vert Holiday Duo ($58): Perfect for the eco chick in your life or for those wanting to step over to the green side this holiday season. Concept Vert Holiday Duo Gift Box contains Prive’s one of kind luxurious foaming Concept Vert shampoo and conditioner that is sulfate and paraben free and packed with do-good ingredients like acai berry and babassu oil that leave hair healthy and luminous. The recyclable and refillable bottles offer a complete eco-friendly experience. Sold at: elite spas and salons (find location near you at http://www.priveproducts.com/). Fans include Emma Roberts, Shannen Doherty , Tea Leoni and Teri Hatcher.

Prive Hair Extension Care Kit ($73): For the girl in your life who really cares for hair, gives her style and health in one perfect gift box this holiday season. Prive’s Hair Extension Care Kit gift box is packed with their rejuvenating Daily Shampoo, Thermal Protection Detangling Spray, Relaxing Gel and Finishing Texture Spray. Sold at: elite spas and salons (find location near you at http://www.priveproducts.com/).
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