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NARS Steven Klein Holiday Collection: Fantascene

Just launched is the new NARS Steven Klein Holiday Collection called Fantascene featuring a gorgeous 13 piece color collection and 10 piece gifting collection. Renowned fashion photographer Stephen Klein's provocative images grace a multitude of special holiday palettes and gift sets. Currently, this collection is exclusively available at NARS boutiques and online at NARScosmetics.com.

NARS Limited Edition Killer Shine Lipstick ($29)
There are three new colors with this creamy new lipstick formula that glides on easily. I have it in Besame Mucho a deep rose-beige. It also comes in No Shame, a deep colored red plum shade and Redemption, a metallic pink champagne.

NARS Limited Edition Killer Shine Lip Gloss ($28)
The lip glosses have a new vinyl-finish formula. I have it in Fast Life, an iridescent dusty rose. It also comes in Provoke a deep iris purple and Special Force a bright wild strawberry.

NARS Limited Edition Nail Polish ($20)
I'm particularly excited about the nail colors for this collection. I have Hard to Get a metallic bronze gunmetal that will look delicious with fall and winter colors. Also comes in Black Fire a shimmery slate blue (the next one on my list to get) and Night Creature, a metallic iris-purple.

Here are some of the special sets I'm obsessed with:

Dead of Summer Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow Palette ($49)
Four wet/dry dual-intensity eyeshadows: Soft Pale Gold, Silver Lavender, Black Orchard, Deep Matte Graphie and a black eyeliner.

Magnificent Obsession Cool Red Lip Set ($49)
Features lip liner, lipstick and matte lip pencil.

Despair Cheek Palette ($65)
Features four blushes: Natural Glow, Gilded Apricot, Rouge Coral, and Flushed Primrose.

Don't forget this collection is limited edition and is exclusively available at NARS boutiques and online at NARScosmetics.com.

Review products provided by NARS.

What's Inside my Fall #RANBonusBox? Featuring Norish Organic, Ole Henriksen, Tatcha + more!

My Rakuten Affiliate Network Bonus Box came for fall! I love trying new beauty products and getting to test out "new to me" brands. There are a few I had never heard of before and now, I'm a new fan. DHC and Laura Geller, can you hear me? A huge thank you to the Rakuten Affiliate Network for letting me try out all these wonderful products. Here are my thoughts after using them for the past month.

Nourish Organic Skin Solve ($19.99)

This cream-to-oil all over treatment will help soothe your dry skin. It's filled with anti-oxidants and has a really wonderful soft sweet orange and rose hip scent. It also contains shea and coconut oil. I like to put it on my arms and legs when I get out of the shower to keep the moisture in. It doesn't feel greasy and leaves your skin so soft.

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil ($5.5 for Mini, $14 for 2.3 fl oz, $28 for 6.7 fl oz.)

DHC is one of Japan's top beauty companies. One of their top products is this cleansing oil. I have just started to become a fan of cleansing oil this year and this wonderful cleanser doesn't disappoint. I got a mini size to try out and really like how it can really get out my eyeliner and mascara. The cleansing oil contains antioxidant rich olive oil. I take a few drops and massage it over my face. You can also add some water to it which turns it into a milky lather. I love using cleasing oils now because my dry skin feels softer and more hydrated.

Laura Geller GlamLASH Dramatic Volumizing Mascara ($24)

Another new brand I discovered is Laura Geller. I love her GlamLASH mascara because it you can get full looking lashes with one stroke. My lashes look full and long as well. There's no clumping.

TATCHA Dewy Skin Mist Travel Size ($15 travel size)

This travel size dewy skin mist by Tatcha is a great way to refresh your skin throughout the day. The mist is a moisturizer of Squalane, Red Algae and their HADASEI-3 complex. I spray a few spritzes it on my face and gently pat it into my skin to keep it hydrated. I love the beautiful lavender ombre bottle too.

3 little wonders MINI box ($24.50)

This little set is just perfect if you are traveling or want to try a good size portion of product before making a leap.
The set includes Truth Serum Collagen Booser Anti-Aging Serum, Invigorating Night Treatment and Sheer Transformation Oil-Free Moisturizer. I really like using all of these products but I adore the night treatment gel because i wake up to beautiful skin and it has minimized my pores like it says it will. It contains purified algae and vitamin E.

Lacoste L!ve Men's Cologne ($43 for 1.3 oz)

I got a small sample spray of the new men's fragrance from Lacoste called L!VE. My husband is wearing it and I love how it smells on him. There are notes of gaicwood, sandalwood and bittersweet warmth of licorice.

Look Human T-shirt ($23.20)

I got a variation of this fun mountain quote on a pink t-shirt from Look Human. It is so cozy! I wear it while lounging around the house. There are tons of fun t-shirts on the site so find one that suits your mood!

New York Times Keychain with Charms ($12)

I've been a loyal NY Times subscriber for almost 10 years now. I love this cute keychain with iconic charms of NYC of an apple, taxi, Times tower, logo and a crossword puzzle. Shop the New York Times Store for interesting and unique gifts for him or her. Take 15% Off Site Wide with the code 15RARE.

Review products were provided by Rakuten Affiliate Network

Hada Labo Tokyo Ultimate Anti-Aging Facial Mask

I love prepackaged one time use masks and just started using the Hada LaboTokyo Ultimate Anti-Aging Facial Mask ($14.99 at Amazon).
The box says that it "drenches skin with a bottle of serum" and lists that each mask contains 0.7 fl oz of serum. For about two years now, I use the Hada Labo Tokyo Anti-Aging Hydrator. It's filled with yummy super hyaluronic acid that keeps my skin feeling soft so I knew these masks had to be good. The mask also contains collagen, soy peptides, vitamin E and is also fragrance free.

One box comes with four cotton masks. Simply place the mask over clean skin and let it rest there for 10-15 minutes. If there's extra fluid inside the mask package, I usually gently dab it onto my neck as well as the tops of my hands. (Gotta keep the hands looking good too.) After your done with the mask, don't rinse your face. Let all the fluid absorb into your skin. You'll find that after 10 minutes or so, your skin will be dry and no longer slick with the serum. Your skin will feel plump and have a "bounce" to it. Hada Labo Tokyo recommends using the mask 1-3 times a week. Check out their site for more application directions and how to apply.

I love the Hada Labo Tokyo brand for their wonderful as well as affordable skincare. With four masks in the box, each mask comes out to costing only $3.75 each. It's a deal for sure. More importantly, your skin will LOVE it!

Review product provided by Hada Labo Tokyo.

Go Natural with Makeup from lilah b.

I just discovered lilah b., a Sausalito, CA based beauty brand that uses natural ingredients founded by Cheryl Yannotti Foland. The formulas are rich in ingredients from the earth and the sea. All of the products are free of parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances, phthalates and artificial preservatives. There is also no animal testing. This year, I've been doing a lot more to try products that are free from chemicals -- mostly these products have been skincare so it was extra exciting to try some chemical-free makeup. It's great to find a beauty brand with makeup that's actually healthier, but still has that luxury-feel to it. I also love Foland's idea that you don't need much makeup -- just a little to give you a natural boost.

New for Fall are the the Palette Perfection Eye Quads ($58) are encased in lilah b.'s signature pebble compact. I have the palette in b.stunning which features four neutral taupe and brown shades aka "my colors". There are 2 matte shades and 2 metallic shades. I love how soft and buildable the colors are. Let's talk ingredients. The Palette Perfection formula contains marigold extract which is known to improve the appearance of skin hydration and elasticity. The eye shadow powders are made from unique and natural ingredients of coconut oil, aloe and agar, known to soothe, nourish and impart a smooth and natural feel.

The new Divine Duo Lip and Cheek ($46) feature two colors to choose from: lovely-beige and memorable-wine. The formula is a mix of aloe and agar to nourish and hyrdate your lips. I love that these also double up as a cheek blush to give yourself a warm natural flush of color. The texture is fantastic and helps to enhance your natural beauty.

The Flawless Finish Foundation ($48) is a great way to finally get natural coverage. The powder foundation is weightless so you don't feel like you are wearing makeup. It's also made with aloe and agar. There are five shades to choose from.

To help you make the most out of your makeup, lilah b just came out with their own line of makeup brushes. All of the brushes are hypo-allergenic, cruelty-free and vegan-friendly. There are retractable foundation and bronzer brushes, eye/lip liner brush and a variety of eyeshadow brushes.

Shop lilah b makeup at lilahbeauty.com.

Review samples were provided by lilah b.