Product Review: Omorovicza Gold Shimmer Oil

I received this little treat in the mail and could not wait to try it…  so obviously I tried it immediately (anyone else like that?).  Admittedly a sucker for shimmery things, I promptly fell in love with the beautiful glass bottle and the perfectly illuminating contents within.  One small drop on my arm, and I was hooked.  With ingredients like apricot kernel oil, calendula oil, vitamin E, and carrot oil, my skin felt ridiculously soft right away and stayed that way.  And for those of you who dislike that greasy feeling after applying lotions, oils, etc…this is right up your alley because this stuff absorbs so fast without leaving any kind of residue.  And can we talk about how gorgeous your skin will look with the real gold particles working their magic?  Side note – gold possesses some pretty amazing  health benefits; it’s an anti-inflammatory and repairs micro-damage on the skin resulting in improved texture…who knew?  And worry not about looking like a pre-teen covered in glitter; this oil leaves a very subtle, and very sexy, gold sheen on your skin – just right for making you look completely radiant for all of your holiday parties.  I should mention the smell too (you would think I had gone temporarily insane if I didn’t comment on that, right?) – this product smells.so.good.  Slightly perfume-esque, you will smell like you spent the day at a very expensive spa.

I cannot wait to use this for a special occasion, but if I’m being honest…when faced with the daily decision of normal skin versus amazing skin – I’ll probably be going with amazing skin and using this stuff on the regular.

Get your very own gold shimmer oil here and glow like crazy this holiday season. $80.

xoxo.

*disclaimer: this was a complimentary sample sent to Pretty Indy.

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PINK Friday

Check out a sneak peek at some of the hottest and best values available at Victoria’s Secret on Pink Friday – at prices like this, you can afford to get yourself a little treat too.

Dream Angels Heavenly Fragrance Gift Set, $25 (reg. $50; pictured left)

Bombshell 1.7 oz. Eau de Parfum, $25 (reg. $45)

Star Bright Beauty Rush Color Lip Gloss Set, $15 (reg. $25, pictured right)

Secret Garden Splash & Lotion Set in Amber Romance, Love Spell, Pure Seduction or Secret Charm, $15 (reg. $25)

Secret Garden Deluxe Gift Bag in Amber Romance, Love Spell or Pure Seduction, $15 (reg. $25)

Must-have Fragrance Mist Gift Set, $25 (reg. $38, pictured left)

PINK Original Body Fresh & Clean Tin, $15 (reg. $20)

xoxo.

Not Just Another Pretty Face: Chelsea Pipp

1. Tell us about yourself in 140 characters of less.

I’m Chelsea Pipp and I’m the store manager at the lululemon athletica showroom in Broad Ripple. I’m from Indianapolis and just moved back from Chicago, I miss the city life but I’m learning to love Indianapolis. I love all kinds of workouts, especially yoga. I love being on the water and I’m a comeptitive sailor. I’ve got an amazing family and my two sisters are my best friends!

2. What, in your opinion, is special about what you offer?

lululemon athletica! We’ve got many versatile pieces that help you go from yoga to a night out on the town! Our Indianapolis showroom is a cozier version of a retail store and a destination hot spot in Broad Ripple! During the week, we may host private parties, plan community events, put lulu on wheels for trunk shows, and act as local experts on where to find great yoga, pilates, fitness, or just plain fun in the Indianapolis area!

3. The beauty product I cannot live without is: Burts Bees, Almay waterproof Mascara, and Rapid Clear Neutrogena pads.

4. What is your favorite beauty/hair/style trend for fall/winter?

Soft curls down or a make it an up-do with a cute headband from Anthropology.

5. Please keep Indy pretty, and stop hemming your pants too short; high waters are not acceptable.

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Hope in a Jar: Limited Edition

If you’re a fan of Oprah, you’ll want to check out this new limited edition Hope in a Jar by Philosophy.  Celebrating 25 years of the Oprah Winfrey Show, this cult-fave (and one of Oprah’s favorite things) moisturizer comes packaged in a glitterized red box and makes a great holiday gift.

And speaking of hope…what are you hoping for this holiday season?

xoxo.

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Black Friday Deals

Most of these deals are effective 11/26, but some you can take advantage of prior.  Happy shopping, ladies!  xoxo.

From JUARA Skincare: Get FREE shipping AND 11% off with code NOVHOLIDAY, valid 11.26.10 – 11.29.10

Fab offer from Origins:  Black Friday Offer: Origins Greats Superset available Online November 25th + FREE Standard Shipping with any Origins.com order. 6 best-sellers. 1 incredible value. $55.00, a value of $122.50! While supplies last.

GO SMiLE offer: Get 20% off all items at GoSmile.com with code BLACK20!

Check out our Black Friday offers at meetmark.com! Valid 11.26 only!

Fashionista Fridays: Metallic Polish

The holidays are approaching so I decided to try out a festive and fun way to spice up your nails.  I tried two metallic nail polishes this week and loved loved loved them both.

Usually when I think of wintery polishes, I picture darker hues: dark browns and purples and red of course.  But these metallic polishes opened my eyes to some new icy inspiration.  They are just as dramatic as the dark winter colors we’re used to, but they are so much more fun.

The first color I tried was called “Silver Mercedes.”  As the name implies, it felt and looked luxurious.  The color was very pure and very metallic silver.  I literally could not stop looking at my nails after I put it on because it was so shiny. The color could almost be a piece of jewelry for your nails.  I think this color would be the perfect accompaniment to any sassy New Year’s outfit.  And since it is silver, it can go with anything!

The second color I tested was called “Pedal to the Metal.”  This one really got me thinking about the holidays.  The tint of purple in the silver gave it an icy wintry feeling. My roommate accurately defined it as sugarplum in a polish because of the soft shimmery look it has.

Both these colors would pair great with your holiday outfits and they would also be great gifts for the fashionistas you know.

-Nicole

Not Just Another Pretty Face: Adrienne Bailey

1. Describe yourself in 140 characters or less:

PR Account Executive at Young & Laramore.  I have the travel bug and love being outdoors.  Also enjoy music, art, family/friends, design, and the mountains.

2. If you peeked in my handbag you would find:

Blackberry, keys, wallet, business cards, lip-gloss, iPod, and sunglasses

3. Top 3 beauty must-haves:

-         Aveda Smooth Infusion Glossing Straightener

-         Clinique High Impact Mascara

-        Garnier Skin Renew Eye Roller: I need all the help I can get in the morning :)

4. The trend I wish I could pull off:

Besides pretty much anything that requires long legs (I’m only 5’2”), I’d have to say bright red lipstick and these sequin genie pants from JCrew. Can you imagine walking around Indy in these, ha. You never know though, maybe one day I’ll give em’ a try!

5. On any given day you can find me shopping at:

Target, Gap, The Limited, Forever 21, DSW and Silver in the City (great place to buy gifts). And if I’ve convinced myself I can splurge, you can find me at Nordstrom or browsing the Anthropologie website.

Cheers,

Adrienne (@AdrienneBailey)

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Sugar, Sugar.

With the holidays just around the corner, cookies, cakes and candies become household staples during the season of packing on the pounds.  Well, we’ve found a way to get your sugar fix and awaken your sweet senses, all without consuming the calories and keeping your skin nothing less than gorgeous.  Check out these four sugar scrubs that will keep your skin soft and subtle throughout the harsh winter months.

Fresh Brown Sugar Body Polish – $38.00 for 7 oz.
In 1999, this award-winning sugar scrub was the first to hit the market.  This extreme body exfoliate leaves your skin feeling soft and silky….you can even skip the body lotion!  100% worth the price for the results!  In Indy, find this original sugar polish, along with other Fresh products at Sephora, Philipe’s Spa or Saks Fifth Avenue.

Alba Sugar Cane Body Polish – $10.95 for 10 oz.
This sugar scrub is definitely a close contender to the Fresh version (above).  For a third of the cost, experience near same benefits.  Nutrient-rich honey and tropical nut oils nourish leave skin soft and smooth.  This extrapolate is gentle enough for all skin types.  Locally, find it at Target stores or at Whole foods.

Burt’s Bees Cranberry and Pomegranate Sugar Scrub - $13.00 for 8 oz.
Talk about sweet! In addition to cranberry seeds, this scrub has a secret antioxidant-rich ingredient:  pomegranate oil.  Combined with natural sugar crystals and shea butter, use this polish and to get smooth and glowing skin.  You can find it at many drugstores, Target, and Whole Foods stores – or any store that carries Burt’s Bees products.

Apply all sugar scrubs to wet skin and rub in a circular motion, then rinse thoroughly.

Or, feeling creative?  Make your own!  Check out this gift-worthy recipe, Sweet N’ Spicy Brown Sugar Scrub, from Domino Sugar.  I may just have to make this for all the gals in my family.

Sweet N’ Spicy Brown Sugar Scrub
1 cup – Domino® Dark or Light Brown Sugar
1 cup – Domino® Granulated Sugar
¾ cup – almond oil
2 tsp. – ground cinnamon
2 tsp. – ground ginger
2 tsp. – ground nutmeg
1 16 oz. – glass container with lid
Cinnamon sticks, optional

Diections:  In a medium-sized bowl, combine all ingredients until thoroughly blended. Be sure to break up any lumps from the brown sugar or from the spices. Spoon into the glass container and secure with lid. Scoop a teaspoon or two of the scrub on your hands and gently massage in circular motions onto your skin. Leave on for 3 to 4 minutes before thoroughly rinsing. The scrub will tighten on your skin.

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Fashionista Friday: A Take on Denim and Camel

All the way back in August, I was drawn to a picture in that month’s issue of Harper’s Bazaar.  It was a model wearing camel trousers and a denim button up.  I knew right from that moment I wanted to try this interesting trend, especially since camel was all over the fall fashion magazines.

The first part of the look I found was the shirt.  I purchased a denim-inspired button up from New York and Company that was darker and looked less like a pair of jeans. I figured this shirt would be more versatile because it was a little dressier than the one featured in the magazine. On a side note, New York and Company (in my opinion) has the best button up shirts.  They have an amazing fit and come in so many different colors!

Anyways, a problem I ran into was finding the pants.  I’ve been searching since August for a nice tailored pair of camel trousers, yet haven’t found a good fit.  I’ve tried on numerous wide-legged options and ended up looking like I was playing dress up in mommy’s closet (seeing as I am 5’1” and do not have the stature to pull off wide-legged pants.)

So since I had the shirt I decided to do a more wearable or in my case “findable” take on the look.  I took a pair of khaki pants that have been in my closet for many years now and decided to pair them with my new shirt.  I was pleased with the results.  The outfit was put together and made me feel fashionable.

While the outfit didn’t quite look like it came from the pages of Harper’s Bazaar, I was pleased that I could find something that I already owned and update it a little with a new and trendy shirt.  However, I’m still on the search for the perfect pair of camel pants.

<3 Nicole

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Not Just Another Pretty Face: Julie Voris

1. Describe yourself in 140 characters or less:

Family and fitness are my loves, I’m a Midwest girl with a California soul, I am a HUUUGE Disney fan, I am  passionate about changing lives through fitness, passionate about being the best mom and coach’s wife I can be, passionate about making a difference!

2. If we peeked in your handbag, we would find: In my GYMbag ;), you would find (always!) 4-6 lipglosses, my nano, my iPhone, Shakeology samples, biz cards, extra socks, ponytail holder, headphones, wallet, and my to-do list.

3. What are your top 3 beauty must-haves?

Lipgloss – no particular brand, I have over 50 different lipglosses right now, and continue to collect…somewhere out there is THE perfect lipgloss that makes me look 10 years younger and 10 pounds thinner!!  Also moisturizer and cream blush.

4. The trend/look I wish I could pull off is:

that really flow-y tunic-y look over leggings….can’t do it….reminds me of maternity clothes…and once you’ve been there, done that (3X!), I am not going back!

5. On any given day, you can find me shopping at:

Lululemon, Nordstrom’s, J Crew, Uber in Broadripple

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