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21 different locations around the US!  This is the best information I can’t act on, please let me live vicariously through one of you! find out the locations here and of course see the beautiful things of Chanel.

Private Sale June 4th-6th, Public Sale June 7th

I have been in my garden all weekend, turning the soil, making a new compost pile, weeding and watering and combatting the weird bushes that are trying to take down my apple trees.  Despite these horrible mangrove type bushes twising around them, trying to bring them down, my little apple trees are sprouting pretty little blossoms.  I love the blossoms, it’s the first real sign of spring and make me so darned happy I can’t tell you.

My dream next year is to plant 15 Cherry Blossom trees (I’ve wished this for the last 4 years!) because I love the blossoms so much.  It’s not going to happen again this year, so for now I will appease myself by camping out at local Cherry Blossom trees for our family ohanami party.  Until then… 

Bath & Body Works has captured the fresh scent of spring with a crispy citrus and floral scent named Blushing Cherry Blossom.  I LOVE it, what a boost to the psyche after a long blah winter. 

Top Notes: Mandarin, Leafy Green Accord, Sparkling Quince, Lush Berries, Fresh Melon
Mid Notes: Rose Damascena, Super Hedoine, White Jasmin, Rose Juliette Greco
Dry Down Notes: Musk, Violet, Soft Amber, Creamy Sandalwood

The scent is available in several different Bath & Body Works products. 

Eau de Toilette ($19.00)

Body Lotion ($10.00)

Shower Gel ($10.00)

Body Splash ($11.00)

Body Cream($11.00)

Limited Edition Satin Body Veil ($14.50)

I tried the shower gel as well and it is divine, this is a must try line.  Available in all Bath & Body Works stores and @ www.bathandbodyworks.com  I can’t help but think: Fresh, Radiant, Blissful.  Happy Beauty Bathing Everyone!

Shu Uemura has released their newest thing for your lips, Rouge Unlimited Crystal Shine makes it’s debut with 17 lip colors with professional grade hyper pigment.  The formula has water-capturing molecules that will hydrate your lips while shining them up with light-reflective pearls.  

Here are some tips from shu uemura’s Principal Makeup Artist, Jason Hoffman… 

-For a light glossy stain, apply directly from the tube.
-If you want a slightly heavier shine, use a brush to apply. The brush will pick up more product and blend it evenly on the lips.
-For more color depth and long lasting wear, pair the crystal shine with a pencil.  Try to use a pencil that is similar in color and remember to fill in the lips, avoiding the outline left alone when the shine wears off.
-As with all of our lipsticks, crystal shine is great for eyes and cheeks.  Use a synthetic foundation brush and apply on the apples. (the colors look very fresh and the shimmer offers a beautiful sheen)
-For the eyes, use a synthetic concealer brush. Beiges and browns will be the easiest to wear on the eyes as reds and oranges can often make you look tired.
-Every woman should own the shade WH (white) 002S.  It is so versatile! It can be used alone for a light glossy finish or layered over ANY lip color.  It will lighten the color and give it a hint of pink shimmer.
-The shade BG (beige) 901S is also a must have for anyone who likes wear a smoky eye.  It is the perfect beige that compliments browns, purples, greens, blues and black.

All of those tips are very do-able, a big thanks to Mr. H and Shu Uemura for passing this on.  Click on over to the Rouge Unlimited Crystal Shine site to purchase a lippy.  If you’d like to test in person visit the Uemura boutiques in fab cities like: San Francisco, Boston and Costa Mesa or select Neiman Marcus stores, Saks, Barney’s NY, Chicago and 90210.

Keep on Shining!

What is that saying about May Flowers?  oh yeah, April Showers!  It rained here so there must be some truth to it!  I just hope the flowers hold up their end of the bargain and are brilliant. 

My tulips and daffodils are popping out all over the place from under the snow.  I cannot wait for spring but my hair is def not ready to be seen.   Too bad there’s no decent beauty salon where I am.

I’ll be in New York City soon and I may just have to take Antonio Prieto up on his sale.  Seems he wanted to do something special to celebrate his 25th Anniversary in business.  He’s offering all kinds of beauty prizes and discounts. Prieto is a world renowned hair specialist. Check out the The Beauty of Life for the whole schedule of events at his salon.  I’m guessing it will be worth the trip!