Dear Glossies, Laura Mercier introduces her Lush Botanicals Collection, exclusive to Nordstrom, filled with six of her must-have products for springtime travel. The collection includes her iconic Foundation Primer (1 oz.), which evens out skin and creates the perfect canvas for makeup application. Receive a cosmetic pouch with your $75 Laura Mercier purchase—a $50 value. […] Read more…
Beauty
Weekly Steals and Deals ~ March 1, 2010
Hey Glossies, I am introducing a new feature on Pumps and Gloss called Steals and Deals, a weekly rundown of many of the sales at our favorite drugstores and beauty emporiums. Thanks to The Glam Doctor for reminding me of this wonderful idea. Ulta L’Oreal Studio Secrets (BOGO 50% Off) LASplash Cosmetics (BOGO 50% Off) […] Read more…
Glossy Notes – February 2010
The Makeup Show Los Angeles is around the corner…this weekend to be exact, February 28 – March 1, 2010. Some of the favorite beauty bloggers will be there, including Silver Lips, ThisThat Beauty, Purely Cosmetics, The Gloss Menagerie among others. There will also be great beauty brands will be in the house as well as […] Read more…
Neiman Marcus – The Beauty Event – Spring 2010
Neiman Marcus – THE BEAUTY EVENT Online now, in stores starting February 25. Take home an überchic denim bag, plus glamorous goodies* for all ages, with your cosmetics or fragrance purchase of $100 or more. Goodies include: • Clé de Peau Beauté Le Coton • Le Métier de Beauté Vierge Anti-Aging Complex Tinted, Treatment Fluid […] Read more…
PurpleLab NYC – HSN Launch
Hey Glossies, I hope you all are doing well. I have been experiencing some technical difficulties on my plucky blog. ;). Still working out the kinks to create a new look for the blog. But on to the good news. Starting February 18 to February 20, 2010 (1-hour Prime-time specials), Purple Lab Founder and Creatix, […] Read more…
Deep Dark Chocolate
Hey Glossies, There has been a lot of discussion lately on P&G about foundation. Finding the right foundation can be elusive at times, but there are some brands that have shades for the medium dark to deep dark WOC, so don’t be afraid to try brands that are not too popular..does not mean they are […] Read more…
Kissable Couture Holiday Giveaway
Just in time for the Holidays, Pumps and Gloss is having another giveaway. Since this item was quite popular, I am giving away the Kissable Couture Smooches gift set of 5 mini glosses AGAIN. I love Kissable Couture lip glosses. The colors are pigmented and even the nude shades leave lips looking shimmery (not glittery) […] Read more…
Ace of Base
No, not the Swedish pop group who had hit songs like “The Sign” and “All That She Wants.” I am speaking of makeup artist extraordinaire, Toni Acey. She is a sought-after celebrity make-up artist, based in Atlanta, who did not imagine that she could even work as makeup artist. Toni worked in corporate America for […] Read more…
Beauty Sales ~ Not To Miss
I know, I know there have been many Beauty Friends and Family sales going for the last couple weeks. Well, there are more sales going on now. My favorite Beauty.com is having a 20% off Friends and Family Sale, now until 11/6/2009 11:59 PST. FYI, NARS Holiday Collection is now available on Beauty.com. The great […] Read more…
Black Violet
I am really enamored with Young Punk m/es to the point that I compare everything to it. So I noticed that the Black Violet side of NARS Brousse has tiny flecks of pinkish/purple glitter. I thought, “Wow, this color looks like it could be Young Punk’s distant relative.” I really got frustrated with this duo […] Read more…
