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Mark. Giveaway!!! 2/27 - 3/2/2012

2012-02-27T08:52:00.000-08:00

MARK. is having a HUGE giveaway!!!

The prize? The new Rebecca Minkoff Delight Purse!!!

5 Lucky winners will win this amazing new Rebecca Minkoff Delight purse (a $60 value) that was just launched in the new Magalog 3 that came out on Friday, February 24. This Giveaway will be open from today Febraury 27 until March 2, 2012

You can enter once a day everyday until 3/2/12 because there will be one winner per day! To enter you have to like the Mark Fb fanpage http://www.facebook.com/mark-girl , then click on the Rebecca Minkoff tab on the left hand side, fill out the info box and submit.

(I forgot to mention, you must be 18 years old to enter and NO PURCHASE necessary)

For more details on the purse please visit my E-boutique , and while your there register for free and send me a message me with "Magalog 3" in the subject and I will send you a magalog along with some samples ; )

Go Enter and Good Luck to everyone!!

Rebecca Minkoff Fall 2012 Runway look

2012-02-23T07:24:00.000-08:00

Behind the scenes at the Mercedes Benz Fashion week Rebecca Minkoff Fall 2012 Runway show was our very own mark. beauty expert and celebrity makeup artist Mai Quin. In the video below Mai talks about what mark products she used to create the models rich jewel-toned eye look while showing us exactly how to create it.

The products used:
Min-a-real
Just Pinched in Nude
Matte-nifficent
Keep It Going in Surreal
On The Dot Neutral Palette
I-Mark in Luvstruck
Lash All You Want in Black
Totally Balmed in Totally Hot (Currently on sale for only $2.99 while supplies last)

Tools used to create the look:
Eye shadow Brush
Foundation Brush
Powder Brush
All Over Eye shadow Brush

Presidents Day Special

2012-02-20T10:40:00.000-08:00

In honor of Presidents Day today we are offering FREE SHIPPING on any size order all day long!
Plus I'm also giving out a free Juice Gem with every order placed. Use promo code: MARK1DAY at check out on my E-boutique.

Happy Valentines Day!

2012-02-14T06:12:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentines Day!

          Today is the last day to get a free complete Hook up (a $13 value) with any $30 order. Just enter promo code: MARKVDAY12 at check out on my mark. E-boutique.



       You get a Glow Baby Glow Lip Gloss in Sweet Talk (bottom pic) and a Mini Mark it eyeshadow Stick in Shell! (the last one to the right on the top pic)

Want more bang for your buck? Check out the
Last Chance section for all items that are currently on sale.

-Love is in the air <3

Valentines Day Sale!!!

2012-02-07T17:52:00.000-08:00

Who doesn't love a hook up when shopping?

But..............

So as stated in the flyer above, you get a complete hook up (a $13 value) for free and Free shipping when you spend $30 in my e-boutique. Just make sure you use promo code MARKVDAY12 at checkout!

The sooner you place your order the better the chances you'll receive your package just in time for Valentines Day!!

P.s don't forget to check out the "Last Chance" section on the left side bar for items on Sale.

Glam Goodies

2012-01-26T15:23:00.000-08:00

Sheckys.com has published their 5 top Glam Goodies for Glowing skin. Each product that was chosen has its own category that it falls under. In at number 4 is the Mark. Earn Your Metal Liquid Shimmer Eyeliner in Liquid Gold, for the eyes category.

"Early mornings, it’s hard enough to seem perky, let alone fake wide-awake eyes. mark’s Earn Your Metal Liner in Liquid Gold ($10) gives that sought-after glow and helps your peepers pop. It lasts for a whopping 12 hours so you can look glam for the office and then for an evening outing." -Shecky article

Finally this eyeliner gets the recognition it deserves. The thing that I love the most about this liquid liner is that the tip is more like a felt tip with a nice spongy feel but yet its very sturdy that it allows me to create a precise line every time I use it. Maybe its just me but the regular bristle brush tip that most liquid liners have are so small and so soft that it becomes a mission impossible for me to create a good straight line even on the third try.

Another good thing is that this liquid liner dries instantly with a beautiful shine to it so there's no fanning it with your hand anymore or having to worry about smudging it on accident. Oh and did I mention it lasts for up to 12 hours? Definitely a plus, I only wished it came in a wider variety of colors.

2012 CEW Beauty Awards!!

2012-01-25T18:08:00.000-08:00

So its that time of year again where so many beauty products from all different brands (expensive to the more budget friendly) are nominated for the CEW Beauty Awards. As you may or may not know last year MARK.'s Touch and Glow Shimmer Cubes was amongst winners for the 2011 CEW Beauty Awards. The Touch and Glow Shimmer Cubes actually won for the Best Face Product.

This year I am proud to announce that 6 MARK. products have been nominated for the CEW Beauty Awards!!!!! Yes, not 1 or 2 but 6 different products! This is so exciting!! I can't wait to see which products out of the 6 chosen will actually make it to the finals (which I will let all of you know as soon as it happens).

Finally the moment we have been waiting for.... and the MARK. nominees are : 1) Change is Gonna Come Foaming Body Exfoliator 2) Get Defensive SPF15 Eye Cream 3) Get a Treatment Anti-acne Over Night Fix 4) I-Mark Metallics Custom Pick Eyeshadows 5) Lipclick Full Color Lipstick 6) Min-A-Real Cream to Powder Foundation

All of the nominated products can be found via links provided (click each product name)

or via my E-boutique

Do you have any of these products or have you used any in the past? Let me know in a comment below.

Also if you would like any samples please comment below as well.

Walk the Line Ring

2012-01-20T20:26:00.000-08:00

I officially have a new favorite ring!! It's the new "Walk the line" ring by MARK. I love it because of it's similarity to a 2 or even 3 finger, its wide enough that it actually laps over 3 fingers, but it only slips onto one finger so you don't have to worry about one of the sides not fitting one of your fingers (which is usually my problem).

The ring is a burnished silver-tone with very beautiful clear glass rhinestones lining the top of the ring that run across your fingers. It adds a beautiful touch to your hand with an expensive look but with an inexpensive price.

The "Walk the Line" ring is currently available in my E-boutique for only $16,

yes you read that correct.
Get your ring today and don't forget to share your pictures with me ; )

Use promo codes: WELCOME for Free Shipping (on first time purchases)

Use promo code: MARKFS30 for Free Shipping with any $30 purchase (for existing customers)

Pop Up Shop Extention

2012-01-20T08:36:00.000-08:00

Good news everyone, the pop up shop has been extended for one more day! If your interested in any of these bundles please contact me via email at: Ilianamarkstore@aim.com to place your order since this offer is not available on line.

Pop Up Sale

2012-01-19T14:14:00.000-08:00

Only a few hours left!! email me @ Ilianamarkstore@aim.com to place your order

Dare to Compare: Mark. Vs. Nars

2011-12-16T10:30:00.001-08:00

Heres proof that mark. can be compared to higher end cosmetic brands, the biggest difference will most likely be the price. Mark is usually the most affordable while the higher end brand usually cost 2x more than mark.

Here's Mark. Cosmetics Good Glowing Blush in After Glo (top) and Nars Blush (a best seller for years) in Orgasm (bottom). The colors are exactly the same. Now here's the difference, Mark's blush is twice the size of the Nars blush yet it only cost $8 while the Nars blush costs $27.

In this rough economy as women we can cut down our budget on many things but if there's one thing we tend splurge on it's on anything that has to do with our beauty, whether it be getting our hair done, getting our nails done or simply buying beauty products. As a consumer on a tight budget would you rather spend $8 on double the product that has the exact same color as the higher end brand or would you rather spend the $27 just because it's a "higher end" brand?

2011-2012 Winter Must Have/ Giveaway!!

2011-12-14T21:39:00.000-08:00

OK so the product that I will be talking about is one item that will definitely be with me in my over night bag any where I go this holiday season. I'm talking about the mark. Calm & Composed super-soothing moisturizer. This moisturizer contains super food Avocado and Oats along with Shea Butter & Red Algae. This is a very lightweight, oil-free moisturizer.

The description on the mark site for this moisturizer reads as follows: "This quick-absorbing, calming formula is safe for sensitive skin. Super foods avocado and oat, Shea butter and red algae combine for a lightweight, oil-free cream that visibly reduces skin redness as it moisturizes." I have very pale skin which then turns into pale with dry red patches on my cheeks, nose & chin area in the winter. Another thing that doesn't help my situation is that I work in a tire shop where the bay doors are opened all day long while cars are being worked on, so the redness & the dry patches definitely came sooner than I expected.

I decided to do a 5 day challenge where I would use this moisturizer morning and night, and if I decided to wear makeup I would wear it underneath my makeup, well I can honestly say that this moisturizer definitely lives up to its name. Within just about 3 days my skin was looking very nice and calm, the redness was about 80% cleared up. My skin just looked really healthy, I was ecstatic! By the 5th day there was very little redness left and the dry patches were gone, I don't think I've ever seen my skin look so good.

I would recommend this moisturizer to every one no matter the skin type. Try your own 5 day challenge & let me know what your opinions and thoughts are through out your journey. To request a sample of this product register here and send me a message. To purchase this product click here.

Contest: I will be giving away a Face Wash and Mask to one lucky winner, all you have to do is complete the 5 day Challenge. This means you will need to E-mail me before and after pictures, review the product and let me know what your thoughts are through out the challenge. Oh and you must post a comment with your rating of the product 1 star being the worst & 5 stars being the best. The winner will be chosen on FEB. 1, 2012 and the face wash and mask you win will depend on your skin type.
Good Luck everyone, can't wait to see your entrees!!

Promotional Offer

2011-12-06T23:00:00.000-08:00

Go to: mymarkstore.com/iledesma to shop for this special offer

A Little about Mark.

2011-12-06T22:06:00.000-08:00

Avon introduced "Mark" in 2003, a brand which is geared towards younger, college-aged woman who are just starting to "make their mark" on the world. Mark offers a stylish mix of makeup, skin and body care, unique fragrances and a trend-setting array of accessories.

For full product listing you can visit my online store: mymarkstore.com/iledesma