Bare Budget Beauty

Giveaway: $100 BeautyTicket.com Gift Card Giveaway Winner

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 01:35:00 +0000

A little late on the announcement, but congratulations to Heather T. for winning the BeautyTicket.com giveaway!!

If you couldn't tell, I've been terribly busy lately... but I have a lot in store for you, including two more giveaways in the next month! So if you didn't win this round, don't fret - you'll have more chances.

Thanks for entering, everyone!

Giveaway: $100 BeautyTicket.com Gift Card

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000

Happy (belated) New Year, readers! How is 2010 treating you so far? I'm looking forward to making this year an amazing one, and I hope you are, too!

To kick things off, how about a great giveaway, courtesy of BeautyTicket.com? How does a $100 gift card sound? I think you could buy quite a bit with that much, given the fantastic prices the site offers on a daily basis!

This will be a simple, no-frills giveaway - to enter, submit your name, e-mail address, and answer to the question, "What would you buy with a $100 BeautyTicket.com gift card?" in the box provided. (E-mail subscribers can find the entry form box by visiting the post online.) Comment entries will not be considered. This giveaway begins today and ends January 15, 2010 at 10 PM EST. One entry per person; multiple entries will disqualify you. This giveaway is open to residents of the US and Canada only.

Good luck!!

BeautyTicket.com Year-End Sale: 25% Off!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 07:00:00 +0000

In celebration of the year's end, BeautyTicket.com is holding a great sale for the last 48 hours of 2009!

For today and tomorrow ONLY, you can receive 25% off the site's insanely low prices by entering YEAREND25 as your coupon code at checkout.

As an added bonus, Jelly Pong Pong's lip sorbets are now priced at an amazing $2.99 each. That'll save you over $13!

Happy end-of-the-year shopping!!

Happy Holidays!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 09:36:00 +0000

I know I've been a little absent this month, but I wanted to wish everyone a wonderful, happy holiday season!

Love and warm wishes!

xoxo,
Jenn

HauteLook Stila Sale!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 13:00:00 +0000

Stila's sales over at HauteLook have been so successful, they're coming back again!

For the next 48 hours, Stila's rare and discontinued items from the last several months will be available at heavily discounted prices. Palettes, glosses, brush sets, and more can be seen in this month's sale.

Remember to hop on over soon, though... you know how quickly things sell out! Several items are already gone!

Click here for your invite, courtesy of Jenn. ;)

Reminder: Last College Day at ULTA

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:00:00 +0000

College girls, take note... tomorrow, December 1st, will be your last chance to enjoy College Day at ULTA!

Some time ago, the company announced it would be ending its College Day program this year. The program, as you may know, gave students with college IDs a special discount once a month.

As thanks for shoppers' support, ULTA will be offering 20% off your entire purchase* with your college ID. Please note that this offer applies in-store only.

All good things must come to an end... happy shopping!

*Excludes salon services; cannot be redeemed for cash or gift cards. This offer cannot be combined with any other ULTA coupon offer. Not valid on prior purchases. Limit one per student.

Cyber Monday Beauty Deal Round-Up

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Did you miss out on all the beautiful Black Friday deals this past weekend? Don't worry... Cyber Monday is still ahead! While not everyone is participating, several retailers are, including many beauty brands.

Here's a short round-up of some of the deals you can find this Monday and throughout the holiday season!

Aveda

Receive 4 sample size products and free shipping with a $25 purchase at Aveda.com with promo code PICK4. Use this link to shop

Bare Escentuals

20% off all online orders and free shipping on orders of $50 or more with code BLOGFRIENDS (Dec 2-Dec 6)

Bath and Body Works
25% off all online orders with code CYBERMONDAY

Beauty Ticket
25% off all online orders with code CYBER25

Bobbi Brown

20% off all online orders and free shipping (ends Dec 2)

Cherry Culture

20% off and free shipping on orders of $40 or more with code TKS20

Coastal Scents

25% off the entire site

e.l.f.
70% off all minerals with code EHCMM

Forever 21
Free shipping on all orders with code CYBERMONDAY

philosophy

Free philosophy bag and gift with purchase of $75 or more with code MAGICANDHOPE

Sephora

Free shipping on all orders with code SHIP4FREE

Smashbox

20% off all online orders and free shipping with code SBFF9

Too Faced

30% off and free shipping on orders of $50 or more with code LUCKYBREAKS (ends Jan 2)

ULTA

Receive 12 FREE Samples in an airline approved ULTA bag with any $35 online purchase

Walgreens
Save $15 on orders of $75 or more and free shipping with code SAVENOW (ends Dec 5)

This list will be added to as more specials are discovered, so stay tuned! Happy shopping!!

Have You Written to Sephora Claus?

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:00:00 +0000

Sephora Claus is coming to town!

Each day until December 19, Sephora is granting one lucky Twitter user their biggest Sephora wish - any item they choose up to $150 in value!

To enter, all you have to do is tweet a special message to Sephora Claus. You can either enter it manually through your account or fill out the form on the website and press submit... that's it! You can enter once a day for any item you'd like.

Guess who won a prize this week? Yep, you guessed it - me! I'm so excited to finally be receiving my very own...

LashStash Mascara Deluxe Sampler!!

Check out the Sephora Claus website to tweet your holiday wish and read all the details!

HauteLook Urban Decay Sale!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:00:00 +0000

Did you miss last week's Urban Decay Friends & Family sale? Hurry over to HauteLook for major discounts on older inventory and find more great savings waiting for you!

For the next 48 hours, HauteLook (one of my favorite discount sale sites, as you may know) is having a sale on Urban Decay items such as the Get Baked Palette, a number of regular and matte eyeshadows, ultraglide lipgloss, and more! Nothing is sold out yet, but you better bet items will start going fast!

If you aren't already a member, click here for your personal invite from me! Happy shopping!

Urban Decay Friends & Family Event

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Adding to the growing list of great sales going on lately is another Urban Decay Friends & Family Event through November 20!

Like in the past, you can save 30% on your entire order online by entering code FNFW1 at checkout! And UD has plenty of new products out now just in time for the holidays, including new eyeshadow shades, the return of their signature nail polish, new 24/7 eyeliner sets, and more!

I don't know about you, but I've always got my eye on something from Urban Decay... like the new Smoke Out Kits (above) for the perfect, hassle-free smoky eye!

Genius, right?

Happy shopping!

HauteLook Shipping Promo

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:00:00 +0000

I don't know what it is about this weekend, but there are tons of deals going on! Maybe everyone is gearing up for holiday shopping season...

Now through the end of Sunday, HauteLook is offering the low price of $4.95 for shipping on EVERY order! I can say from personal experience this is a great deal, so I suggest placing your orders now while shipping is cheap!

Check out current sales and sign up (invite courtesy of me) here.

Gap Give and Get Program - 30% Off

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:00:00 +0000

Attention fans of Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy - here's a super-limited offer for you!

Now through Sunday, November 15, you can receive 30% off your entire purchase at any of the above stores! This special is available in-store only, so you'll have to print the coupon and bring it in with you. The coupon can be used more than once, however, in case you want to bring a friend or come back a second time (or third!).

In addition, 5% of the sales made using this print-out (from my blog) will be donated to benefit Donors Choose, a fabulous non-profit organization that works to raise money for high-need schools. What could be better than saving money and helping those in need at the same time?

Hurry on over to Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy this weekend... this offer only lasts through Sunday!!

Click here for your special 30% off coupon.

The Body Shop Love Etc... Giveaway Winner!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +0000

It's time to announce the winner of The Body Shop Love Etc... Giveaway! Which lucky reader was chosen to receive this flirty, fun fragrance set?

Congratulations to Soha B.!! You were picked randomly as the winner! You will be receiving an e-mail from me very shortly, so please be sure to check thoroughly and respond within 48 hours - if you don't, I'll have to pick another winner.

Thank you to EVERYONE who entered, and please stay tuned for the next giveaway!

Tag, You're It!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:00:00 +0000

The lovely Shela over at Confessions of a Beauty Guru recently tagged me in a beauty survey, so I thought I'd share my answers! Feel free to fill out the survey yourself and post it in your own blog or the comment section here!

What's your favourite make up look?
While I adore bold, dramatic looks and designs that create a statement, one of my favorites is a natural look! Simple, clean skin with a pinch of blush or a light dusting of bronzer, soft eyes with a pop of shimmer or color, and natural-looking lips with a dab of gloss. Letting the real you shine through your makeup while playing up your best features can be most flattering!

Do you have a beauty vice you swear by?
I can't think of any beauty "vices!"

What part of your body do you love?
People compliment me on my eyes often, and I try to play them up whenever I can!

Who is your beauty icon?
Marilyn and Audrey!

What are your favorite products?
This is a toughie - there are so many! MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack, L'Oreal HIP liquid lip color, Stila eyeshadow in Kitten, the Olay Regenerist line... the list goes on.

What beauty product makes you feel instantly sexy?
A great lipgloss adds color, shine, and the appearance of fullness, which definitely makes me feel sexier!

How do you look after your skin?
Being an esthetician, I tend to overwork my skin, actually! I cleanse twice daily (well, when I remember), use at least one serum morning and night, and moisturize. SPF is a MUST every day! I also exfoliate a few times a week and other miscellaneous treatments and masks.

What is your signature scent?
Diesel "Fuel for Life," and on the lighter side, Estee Lauder "Pleasures."

What are your hair care secrets?
Here's my favorite tip for the shower! It works well for you ladies who find yourselves getting greasy quickly, have very dry ends, or both. Shampoo your roots well, then rinse through the rest of your hair. Condition the opposite way - start at your ends and work your way up, avoiding the roots and keeping the product light as you go up.

How do you pamper yourself?
Long, relaxing showers, at-home facials, and a nice nap once in a while!

What is your beauty pet peeve?
I have too many! Overdone smoky eyes (I'm talking girls who wear this look exclusively, everywhere), poor makeup application, cakey foundation, dirty looking bronzer...

What would your desert island must haves be?
Shampoo, soap, lip balm, and an endless supply of sunscreen!

What's on your to-buy list as of right now?
The new CoverGirl Blast collection, Sephora Lash Stash, Aromaleigh eyeshadow and foundation, more Urban Decay and MAC... the list goes on.

Finally, do you have a beauty philosophy?
Beauty radiates from within.

Who are you tagging?
Fabuless Beauty, Fresco Phyrra, Happy Face, Happy Wallet... and you, of course!

Attention Phoenix Girls: H&M Grand Opening!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:30:00 +0000

If you live in my home state, you've undoubtedly heard the news by now... but I can't contain my excitement, so I NEED to write about it! H&M is finally coming to Arizona!

Starting this week, us Southwest girls can get our H&M fix without driving hours to another state, because the newest store is opening right here in Scottsdale! With its selection of chic, quality fashions at affordable prices and the new Jimmy Choo for H&M collection, the company is sure to be a huge hit in the Grand Canyon State!

Doors officially open at noon, but those who have lined up first will receive special shopping privileges... so make sure you arrive early. The first 500 shoppers in line will receive a H&M Access to Fashion Pass with a random value of $10-500, along with other giveaways and special offers.

Remember, the grand opening is November 5th at 12 PM... happy shopping, desert fashionistas!

20% Off at Cherry Culture

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Cherry Culture is tempting shoppers once again with a surprise sale... but it only last a few days!

Right now through November 3, receive 20% off everything in stock using code NS20 at checkout! Hurry over to Cherry Culture today to take advantage... but don't say I didn't warn you, because this sale will be over FAST!

Happy shopping!

Happy Halloween!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Happy Halloween, dear readers!

It's one of my favorite holidays, and one I usually miss out on due to time and money constraints... this year seems to be no different, as I'm working this evening. However, I'd like to hear and see what YOU are doing this festive autumn day!

Feel free to post pictures of your costume, makeup, etc.! What are you going to be? Where are you going? I'm parading around the office as a "dark" princess tonight!

Review and Giveaway: The Body Shop Love Etc...

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000

All you need is love...

Launched on October 19, Love Etc... is the newest fragrance from The Body Shop and master perfumer Dominique Ropion. Jasmine paired with vanilla, pear, neroli, bergamot, musk, and sandalwood are united in this inspiring, feminine blend meant to signify love in all its forms.

This fragrance deserves a front spot on every woman's vanity. It's completely versatile and deceptively complex: warm and uplifting, sensual and flirty, fun and sweet, all at the same time. It embodies the energy of love on every level.

Additionally, The Body Shop is working to spread love around the world by using Community Trade alcohol made from organic sugar cane (fairly traded and organically sourced from farmers in Ecuador), organic honey (from Africa), and organic babassu oil (from Brazil) in the line of Love Etc... products.

I'm so enamored with this fragrance set that I'm proud to give one away to a special reader!

The Love Etc... Gift Set includes:Love Etc... Eau de Parfum

Love Etc... Body Wash
Love Etc... Body Lotion

To enter, submit your name and e-mail address in the box provided. E-mail subscribers can find the box by visiting the post online. Comment entries will not be considered. This giveaway begins today and ends November 9, 2009 at 10 PM EST. One entry per person; multiple entries will disqualify you. This giveaway is open to residents of the US and Canada only - sorry, international readers!

Sephora Friends & Family Sale

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:00:00 +0000

The long-awaited event is here... Sephora's Friends & Family Sale!!

Today through November 2, Sephora is offering shoppers 20% off on their entire online purchase by using coupon code FF2009 at checkout. This offer is only available online, not in-store, and is restricted to US residents only.

Readers... what do you plan on buying this year? I've got my eye on some Urban Decay and those amazing sampler kits Sephora has been releasing lately!

Take It All Off with Clean & Clear Soothing Eye Makeup Remover

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:00:00 +0000

Lately, I seem to be having more and more of those kinds of days... you know, the ones where you come home and nearly collapse the moment you get in the door. Or maybe you do collapse, and just spend the night sleeping on your living room floor. Who knows.

Either way, it's days like these when certain products can make your life infinitely easier... because the last thing on your mind is spending five minutes scrubbing all the makeup off your face. This is one such product.

Clean & Clear Soothing Eye Makeup Remover is, by far, the BEST makeup remover I've ever tried on a budget. This oil-free formula is everything I've always wanted in a drugstore remover, without the irritation and hassle.

A few swipes of this stuff takes off anything from long-wearing eyeliner to eyeshadow over primer to mascara. Simply shake, apply to a cotton round or ball, and gently swipe your eyes. You'll be amazed at what comes off those babies!

And since I wear contacts and have extremely sensitive eyes, I'm all about the oil-free, gentle formula. The liquid feels similar to an oil, without the greasy touch or gross residue after. Instead, your eyes are left feeling fresh, soft, and clean.

This remover doesn't take off everything in one swipe - something I've yet to see any drugstore product do - but it's still darn good for the price, and probably as close to a fancy, $30 makeup remover as you can get. Seriously, it works miracles.

For $5-7, you just can't say no. And why would you want to? Be sure to check out the makeup dissolving wipes and foaming cleanser, too, for even more ways to make your nightly routine a snap.

Pick yours up wherever Clean & Clear is sold, and stop falling asleep with your eye makeup on.

Too Faced Cosmetics Vintage Super Sale!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:00:00 +0000

I'm a little late hopping on this bandwagon, but now that I've seen this sale, I MUST share it with you!

Too Faced Cosmetics is running a fabulous sale right now in their Vintage section, offering savings up to 75% on discontinued items - including the So Smurfy collection, the Naughty or Nice set, baked eyeshadows, and much more!

Check out just a taste of what's on sale:

Baked Eyeshadow, $9 (was $19.50)

Diamond Gloss, $3 (was $14)

Tricks of the Trade, $15 (was $40)

If you want in on the sale, it ends on October 25... so hurry on over to the Too Faced Vintage page before these items are gone for good!

LC Lauren Conrad at Kohl's

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0000

Ever since The Hills star Lauren Conrad began launching her own fashion designs, I've been wanting to get my hands on them... but could never get over the Laguna Beach prices.

Now, Kohl's and Lauren Conrad have teamed up to bring us an affordable, chic line of "California Casual" designs that won't break the bank! LC Lauren Conrad features the stylish, simply elegant pieces that LC is famous for within a price range of $20-60 and a wide variety of sizes. And with the amazing sales Kohl's runs regularly (like right now), you can be sure you'll be looking your best for less.

Check out what's currently available in the collection, along with a behind-the-scenes look with LC herself, at Kohl's LC Lauren Conrad page.

This line hits stores this month, so take a look at your neighborhood Kohl's!

Review: IQ Derma Clear Remedy

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:00:00 +0000

Finally, after months of testing, I've come bearing my complete review of the IQ Derma Clear Remedy system. I've been using it consistently ever since I first posted about it over the summer, and am so excited to share my findings with you!

Keep reading for the full review of the system!

The IQ Derma Clear Remedy system is a 3-step regimen consisting of a cleanser, treatment lotion, and hydrating lotion. IQ Derma also sells a spot treatment and nutritional supplement within the line, which are not included in the kit.

The Clear Remedy Purifying Cleanser is an extremely gentle, non-drying cleanser that is excellent for all skin types. It has a wonderfully light scent that is not at all medicinal, so it hardly feels like an acne product! This face wash has a very gel-like consistency that is thick and emollient, so it won't dry out your skin, unlike many acne washes that are harsh and stripping. One bottle of this product will last forever, since you need a very small amount to cover your entire face. I recommend using a pea-sized dab, cleansing two times each morning and night, to get your face clean without that dry, tight feeling other cleansers may give you.

Next is the miracle product of the line, the Clear Remedy Acne Treatment Lotion. I have to say that this lotion is totally amazing, and by far my favorite in the whole system! The 2% salicylic acid is stronger than over-the-counter formulations, but still mild enough to not be extremely irritating. It also provides gentle exfoliation and smooths while keeping pores clear and unclogged. A variety of other bacteria-killing ingredients help treat current acne and prevent new breakouts. I absolutely love how my skin glows after using this treatment - it's like getting a mini peel every day! When you begin using this product, I suggest limiting application to once a day until you're sure your skin tolerates it well. For extremely sensitive skin, use once every other day to start.

Finally, the Clear Remedy Hydrating Lotion provides the finishing touch to your new, acne-free face. It's a creamy, moisturizing lotion that adds hydration back into the skin and helps keep oil balanced. While oily skin types may feel they don't need to add an extra moisturizer, ALL skin types can benefit from it! After cleansing or using treatments with ingredients like acids, adding moisture is essential - and this lotion is perfect. While it's lacking an SPF, a light layer works well underneath sunscreen and doesn't feel heavy or greasy. It also aids in calming and soothing while it targets discoloration from blemishes and redness.

Sounds great, right? But does the system work?

100% yes! I am so pleased with the complete turnaround my skin did after just a few weeks using the kit. When I first began, I was in the middle of one of my monthly hormonal breakouts and had some severely clogged pores and blackheads. After about three days of using the products, my skin felt soft and smooth, and I could see my blemishes healing before my eyes!

After a week or two, my blackheads began to diminish in appearance, looking less dark and noticeable. This is a huge plus to me, since I can never find anything to help my blackheads!

Now, after over two months on the system, I'm proud to say that my skin is completely smooth and acne-free. The few breakouts I did experience - those pesky hormonal ones - were very minimal, and after zapping them with my spot treatment, disappeared so fast that it was like they never happened. Poof!

Overall, I am incredibly pleased with IQ Derma Clear Remedy, and highly recommend it if you have tried other acne systems without success. IQ Derma isn't harsh or overly irritating, and instead focuses on nourishing and healing. Is it pricey? Yes. Is clear skin worth it? I think so!

Remember: BBB readers get a 30% discount on the entire Clear Remedy line! Whether you purchase the 60-day supply, items a la carte, or the trial kit, you'll receive 30% off your purchase and free ground shipping! To get your savings, you can click here to shop or enter code GETCLEAR30 at checkout!

Update!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:47:00 +0000

Hi guys! Wow, it's been a while!

Just to give everyone an update on my absence, I went to Vegas last weekend for a trip. When I came back, my internet connection at home started acting up and we're still trying to fix it. (I'm posting from work right now!)

Please continue to be patient as I juggle my busy schedule and my finicky wireless service. I've got some really great specials and promo codes just for readers coming up in the next few weeks!!

Thanks, everyone!

Free Stila Smudge Pot!

noreply@blogger.com (JennBee) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 18:20:00 +0000

This weekend only, with ANY purchase at Stila's website, you can receive a free Smudge Pot - a $20 value!

The brand-new Smudge Pot in Golden Noir, a 24-kt gold-infused black liner that is water-resistant and smudge-proof, can be yours free through Monday night at midnight. Just enter code FREEFALL at checkout, and it's yours!

Enjoy!