December 3rd, 2011
Scents, Jo Malone, Fresh, Warm, Floral, Fruity or Spicy, Hourglass, Cosmetics, Luminous Makeup, Paraben Free, Gluten Free, Mercury Free, No Animal Testing, This Post is for Women Only
Even though I just posted a few days ago how I am not fond of big malls….well, guess what? There I was on Wednesday going to the Christiana Mall near Wilmington, Delaware. Going to the Apple store I was, accompanied by my 2 sons.
The moment I saw the Apple store, there was no way I was going in. There were, practically, 400 people there. I decided they could stay and I would be doing my own thing. We were not staying too long.
As I entered Nordstrom I saw the big sign for Jo Malone. I really love this company. I have only bought their fragrances; they do have other products. This company is from London, England and the website is www.jomalone.com.
I wear cologne every single day. I love it. I think that scents can define who you are; fun, serious, or adventurous. Haven’t you been somewhere and they say “you smell good”. No inuendo whatsoever, just the fact that it was an attractive scent. Even though women are known to be the ones using more fragrances, men do have their favorites too. At times when a company makes fragrances for men and women, I buy the men’s because they are usually lighter.
I have also been in an elevator when someone has been a little heavy handed with their fragrance. Not good.
The great thing about Jo Malone fragrances is that you can combine one or two and make your own statement. I wear fresh scents; you know… citrus, light, and fresh.
I love the ones I got; French Lime Blossom and Lime Basil & Mandarin. Both of them can be used by themselves or combined.
They are pricey, but pretty much all fragrances are. Tax free shopping in Delaware helps, though. Jo Malone products do last a long time. It is a matter of an individual preference. Next time you see them, try them and let me know how you like them. They usually give plenty of samples, as well.
Right across the Apple store was Sephora. Oh, what the heck…I went in. Up and down the isles I was checking a lipstick here, mascara there…I was wondering if there was something new. One of the ladies came and I asked her what was her favorite makeup; they had so many. She said Hourglass. She also said their makeup consultant was there.
That’s how I came to know Sibel. I decided to try it. Sibel said it would not take long; it did not. Hourglass has been in existence since 2004 and the makeup is known for its innovative technology. It was started by a woman, Carisa Jones. The makeup has sun filtering ingredients; defying gravity. Interesting…
First she cleaned my face and put a primer, explaining how the primer lets your makeup really glide…and then the word gluten free. What? Yes, some of their products are gluten free; Calligraphy Liquid Liner, Film Noir Mascara, Illusion Tinted Moisturizer, Script Liquid Liner, Superficial Waterproof Bronzer, Trace Lip Liner, Veil Mineral Primer, Visionaire Eye Shadow Duo, and Vol. 6 Eye Palette.
On an on we kept talking and she then put the Veil Fluid Foundation; just a tiny bit with a brush that was made of Takelon bristles. Takelon bristles are high grade synthetic fibers, perfect for customers with allergic reactions to animal fur. PETA friendly too.
Hourglass has an ingredient matrix. All their products have not been tested on animals, are mercury free, and phthalate free. The majority are sulfate free, synthetic dye free, synthetic fragrance free, talc free and paraben free. Parabens are the most widely used preservatives in cosmetics. Others are vegan, and oil free. To check the ingredients just visit http://www.hourglasscosmetics.com and click on the individual products. A description of the ingredients will be available.
Once she was finished I thought I looked pretty good. The makeup was luminous; light, just enhancing my look. Sibel took my picture, but I don’t dare to put it here.
The cream to powder duo was great. The lip gloss felt good on my lips and the eyeliner looked nice.
Kids are kids, especially your own….I don’t think they even noticed. What did they think I was doing sitting on that chair?
Try the makeup; how far we have come….
Have a good one…talk to you later….
Tags: Delaware, Delaware Beaches, Hourglass Cosmetics, Hourglass Makeup, Jo Malone, Jo Malone Fragrances, Luminous Makeup, PETA friendly costmetics, review, Reviews, scents, Sephora, Shopping
Love, love Jo Malone! Lime, Basil and Mandrin cologne is my favorite. And Yes….I get that comment all the time….”You smell good- what are you wearing”. Some times I think it may be better to smell good rather than look good because, let face it, if you look good, but smell bad, no one will ever remember what you were wearing……
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