Must Have Makeup Palettes + Sets.

As if I'm not lucky enough to receive makeup regularly to review, I do go shopping for it on my own. Unfortunately, I don't get the time I'd like to spend in a store like Sephora often enough. I did have the time to spend a good hour or so in my favorite Sephora store earlier this week and I did some major shopping. I picked up a lot of new makeup makeup must haves for fall and winter.

While I won't be reviewing all of these completely on the site because a lot of the items I bought were Christmas presents, I thought I should show you everything that I bought. There are so many great new makeup items and makeup sets out there that I think you will want to know about right now. The deals on the sets are incredible too with the holidays coming up too.

The first thing that caught my eye was the NARS X Steven Klein One Shocking Moment Cheek Palette. After creating my own custom cheek palette and having a certain someone wanting her one, I knew this palette would make a great gift for her. This cheek palette features four perfect blushes, a contouring duo and the best NARS Laguna bronzer.

Also making a great gift is Too Faced Le Grand Chateau. This adorable dollhouse boxed set contains three giftable palettes. Each palette has a cheek products (a blush or a bronzer) and six shadows. It also comes with a mini Better Than Sex Mascara. This obviously makes a great gift but it's also a great way to pick up a ton of Too Face products at a great price.

I can't resist a great lipgloss so I had to pick up the MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Plexi-Gloss Kit. This limited-edition set contains four of the brands best selling Plexi-Gloss shades. I really like how glossy these lipglosses are and they wear really well. The shades include two nudes (one more creamy beige and one ore pearly nude), a candy pink and a red coral.

I highly debated the Dior Nude Palette for Eyes & Lips. The last thing I needed was another nude palette but I could not resist its beauty. I picked this up as I'm always needed a gift for someone that I seem to forget and I know I cannot go wrong with this stunner. This palette features three gorgeous eye shadows from a light gold to a matte brown (the picture does not do the palette justice) and two beautiful lip colors that will work on anyone. I normally hate eye and lip colors in one palette but Dior is super smart and put a little door over the lip wells.

Bobbi Brown has some of my favorite palettes year round and this holiday she has some great in her line up. One of my favorite is the palm sized Bobbi Brown Bellini Mini Lip & Eye Palette. I'll be reviewing this one in full soon, but quickly this features five wearable shades of classic Bobbi Brown eye shadows plus a shimmery lip gloss. This is the kind of palette that you put in your purse and take with your everywhere. I regret not buying two!

I had to pick up the Laura Mercier Daring By Day Eye & Cheek Colour Palette for me! This palette with six eye shadow shades that range from matte to pearl finishes in light ivory and n pink to brown and plum are perfect for a lot of skin tones and some of my very favorite. It also has the perfect cheek products to complete the look. I know this will be so handy for me when I travel this winter.

Have you been shopping at Sephora lately? Tell me what you picked up or what you are shopping for!

Fall Must Have: Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Spray Moisturizer.

It's getting cold out there. I'll be honest, I am not a fan of the fall. I do not like the cooler weather and having to add extra layers of clothes this time of year; I am definitely a summer girl. Beside having to add on more clothes to stay warm, my skin starts to become more dry as we transition to the winter. I don't like thick creams and lotions, especially as it's not too cold yet. Finding the right moisturizing products can be challenging. I'm known to be picky. I need my lotion to apply quickly and absorb fast. A spray on lotion like Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Spray Moisturizer is just what I needed.

Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Spray Moisturizer is the perfect moisturizer for the fall season and beyond. This is a continuous spray lotion that is super fast and easy to apply. I simply spray on a small amount of the spray moisturizer over my skin right after I get out of the shower and I rub it in. I like that it instantly absorbs in seconds to heal my dry skin. My skin feels dry to the touch quickly. It is instantly soft - never sticky or greasy - which allows me to put on my extra layers so I'm never cold. I love that it is unscented too - it really is just what I was looking for.

Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Spray Moisturizer works so fast and well because it includes actual micro-droplets of Vaseline Jelly that moisturize the skin. It contains 2X the moisturization to heal very dry skin and that is exactly what I need this time of year. I need to protect my skin before we get into even colder weather and I don't have time to waste. This Spray Moisturizer is very unique, impressive and most of all effective. It is something I did not expect I could get out of a spray lotion.

Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Spray Moisturizer sells for $7.99 at Walmart.com. Visit Vaseline.us to learn more. #VaselineSprays

This post is in partership with Vaseline.

My Quick + Easy 5 Minute Makeup Routine.

If there is one thing that I struggle with more than any other, it is that I am always pressed for time. In this fast paced 24/7 world that we live in, I don’t have time to waste. That holds true every morning when I am applying my makeup. While I certainly do have times when I spend 20 minutes (or more) applying a full face of makeup, most days of the week I spend a quick five minutes on my makeup. Yes! just five minutes! You can too. With the right makeup products and and my tips, you can also be ready in a flash. Here is my super quick and super easy five minute makeup routine.

I start out my five minute makeup routine with a tinted moisturizer (see my top tinted moisturizer post). A tinted moisturizer offers coverage that will blend onto the skin to hide flaws yet look natural. It is also hydrating so it is forgiving. You don’t have to be perfect with this like a foundation, it can be quickly applied and blended in with the fingers. A few really good tinted moisturizers to try include Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer, bareMinerals Complexion Rescue and NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer.

Next up, I apply concealer (see my top concealer post) to my undereye area and any spots or flawed areas that need extra coverage. I apply concealer over tinted moisturizer in this case because tinted moisturizer does not add in the same amount of coverage as a foundation. The concealers i use will add more coverage and blend out over the tinted moisturizer to further perfect my look. I do use a concealer brush to apply my concealer because it is really the only to get a flawless look. Some really great concealers that are easy to work and cover fast are NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer, MAC Pro Longwear Concealer, MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Concealer and COVERGIRL Ready Set Gorgeous Concealer.

For the rest of my face, I keep a bronzer/blush palette on hand (see my top bronzers post). I like a palette that is all-in-one meaning that I can blend the bonzer and blush together. I’ll tell you why. First I will quickly stroke on the bronzer, just on my cheekbones then I will apply the blush just to the apples of my cheeks. Remember, we are not going for a full-on makeup look here, just a natural everyday makeup look. I then take a large fluffy eyeshadow brush and run it though the bronzer and blush which will give me a custom warm shade and I dust that right over my lids. It’s so simple, natural and pretty. Some bronzer and blush combination palettes that I like are Urban Decay NAKED Flushed palette, Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick (there are a lot of shades available) and Smashbox Fusion Soft Lights.

I finish my eyes with a quick coat of mascara. You can use your favorite mascara (see my favorite mascaras post). I go for a good everyday mascara like COVERGIRL Full Lash Bloom Mascara, Lancome Definicils or Tarte Lights, Camera Lashes. Just make sure it is easy to apply, doesn’t clump or smudge and lasts all day.

I complete my look with a natural lipstick color (see my best nude lipsticks post). I like a nude or pink-nude lipstick color for everyday. It’s quick so I don’t have to be careful in applying. I use a long-wearing lipstick that is comfortable on the lips. I suggest Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick, MAC Lipstick and COVERGIRL Outlast Lipstick.

Top 10 Fall Themed Beauty Products.

When you think of the fall, what comes to mind? I think of things like pumpkins, apples and caramel. I'm not thinking about my favorite about my favorite Starbucks drinks, I'm actually thinking about beauty products in fall colors or infused with these ingredients. I bet you didn't know that ingredients like pumpkin and apple are actually pretty beneficial when it comes to your skincare. And caramel is a pretty popular color when it comes to makeup. I thought it would be fun to round up my favorite fall themed beauty products. Here are my top ten favorites.

1. philosophy Pumpkin Icing Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath

2. Laura Mercier Crème Brûlée' Soufflé Body Crème

3. Tweezerman Candy Apple Red Tweezer Set

4. Sara Happ The Lip Scrub Brown Sugar Lip Exfoliator

5. NEST Fragrances Pumpkin Chai Liquid Soap

6. Dolce&Gabbana The Nail Lacquer in Caramel

7. Tony Moly Apple Hand Cream

8. Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask

9. Bite Beauty Lush Fruit Lip Gloss in Apple

10. Clinique Chubby Stick Intense Moisturizing Lip Color Balm in Curviest Caramel

How I Jump-Start My Day with Elizabeth Arden SUPERSTART.

Do you have a daily routine? My days are always different, except for my mornings — those need to stay somewhat the same in order for me to stay on track. When I am on track, I have a better outlook and a better day overall. I like to be the first one up in my busy home so I can get a jump-start on my day while there is still some peace and quiet to be had.

My early morning usually starts with a quick walk. I'm not looking for a ton of exercise first thing in the morning; it's more about getting outside for some fresh air and getting my heart pumping. I usually take this time to go over my plans for the day in my head, so when I get back home I am ready to take it on. As soon as I am home, I usually turn on the early morning news, make a cup of tea and take a look at my planner to see if I forgot anything important for the day. Once I feel that I am awake (yes, it takes time), I start waking up the rest of the house and get myself presentable for the day.

My shower time is usually short as there are lunches to be made and kids to get off to school, so this is where a smart daily routine is essential. Keeping a beauty routine to a minimum with effective products is key.

I will not sacrifice when it comes to skin care though. One product that I have added to my daily routine that has been super beneficial is Elizabeth Arden SUPERSTART Skin Renewal Booster. Not only has this skin renewal booster helped to jump-start my day, but SUPERSTART boosts the results of my entire beauty regimen.

SUPERSTART Skin Renewal Booster actually helps to boost the skin's ability to repair and renew by working with the rest of my skincare products. By optimizing skin’s surface layer, it ensures the skin is more responsive to all of the products in my regimen. It boosts natural defenses and makes products work harder so that my skincare delivers stronger results. Simply put, SUPERSTART boosts the effectiveness of other skincare products.

I use SUPERSTART every morning and apply it before my serum and moisturizer. It feels super smooth as it glides on over my skin. It feels almost like a primer as it sinks in, which it does immediately. My skin feels instantly smoother as soon as it is applied. I can honestly say that my face feels moisturized longer than when I don't use it so I know it is working.

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Elizabeth Arden through their partnership with POPSUGAR. While I was compensated by POPSUGAR to write a post about SUPERSTART Skin Renewal Booster, all opinions are my own.

Best Loved Beauty from NEUTROGENA, AVEENO and RoC at Target.

You can find everything you need to be feeling confident and looking beautiful this fall just by shopping at your nearest Target for great beauty items at the best prices. To get these deals, look for the special displays in the beauty section that features more than 20 products from NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO® and RoC®!

I'm a big fan of all of these brands (I think you've seen me mention NEUTROGENA® and AVEENO®) so I went into my nearest Target to stock up on some faves.

I'm a huge fan of the NEUTROGENA® Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes and I stock up on them regularly. I noticed the Night Calming Towelettes so I decided to give them a try. These towelettes are super soft, just like the original, but these are infused with a unique calming fragrance (I'm pretty sure it's a lavender scent) that helps you to relax at the end of the day.

I also picked up the NEUTROGENA® Rapid Tone Repair Dark Spot Corrector as I hadn't used that before and I really like the Rapid Wrinkle Repair line. I'm hoping this will help fade my stubborn spots. The rest of the items were for the rest of my family. I always keep NEUTROGENA® Oil-Free Acne Wash in my boys' bathroom and this was a great reminder to pick it up. My daughter loves the NEUTROGENA® Fresh Foaming Cleanser so I grabbed that for her and she's been looking for a good all-around moisturizer and the oil-free Moisture with Sunscreen and SPF 15 looks like a great one for someone her age.

If you haven’t already tried them, this is the perfect time to test out timeless and new beauty favorites from NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO® and RoC®. Now through the end of the month, Target is offering deals on select products, including several award-winning favorites. The products include cosmetics, cleansers, moisturizers, makeup removers and anti-aging products. You can't miss the displays. Check out the long list of products included. So many faves!

Aveeno Positively Radiant Moisturizer SPF 30
Aveeno Positively Radiant Moisturizer SPF 15
Aveeno Positively Radiant CC Cream fair to light
Aveeno Positively Radiant CC Cream medium
Aveeno Positively Radiant Skin Brightening Scrub
Aveeno 25ct Facial Cleansing Wipes
RoC Multi- Correxion 5-in-1 Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30
RoC Retinol Correxion Eye Cream
Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Night
Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Corrector
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Night Moisturizer
Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Cleanser Foaming Formula
Neutrogena Oil Free Moisture SPF 15
Neutrogena Oil Free Moisture Sensitive Skin
Neutrogena 25ct Night Calming Wipes
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash gel
Neutrogena Deep Clean Cleanser
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Scrub
Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Cleanser
Neutrogena Ultra Light Cleansing Oil
Neutrogena 5.5oz Makeup Remover Oil Free
Neutrogena 25ct Makeup Remover Towelettes

If you have trouble finding the products in the store, just ask the Target Beauty Concierge team for help. The beauty concierge team members help provide expert opinions and one-on-one advice. You can find a team near you by entering your zip code here.

Next week (10/25 - 10/31) you can save an additional 5% off on AVEENO® products too.

This post is sponsored by NEUTROGENA®. Some of the products mentioned were provided by NEUTROGENA® for this post. All opinions are my own.

LOVE by SOFIA VERGARA.

Sofia Vergara is launching another fragrance, LOVE by SOFIA VERGARA and she is introducing it on HSN today. Sofia will be sharing her inspiration for this new romantic scent and introducing the exclusive LOVE by SOFIA VERGARA Gift Set which will be available at a special price only through HSN and HSN.com during her appearance.

Her newest fragrance is all about romance as the name suggests. It's a sensual twist on the classic Sofia. LOVE by SOFIA VERGARA is mysterious, elegant and seductive.

This is an oriental, fruity fragrance that opens up with a bright, fruity note. The middle notes symbolize the love that is found in every heart, as the base of the scent reveals a sweet sensuality.

I love the ombré bottle that starts out pink and turns smoky. It was designed to be reminiscent of Colombia's native gem and Sofia's favorite stone, the emerald. The bottle is carved into a multi-faceted form with the cap resembling the emerald. It truly represents the sultry side of love, just like the fragrance.

LOVE by SOFIA VERGARA is available in two sizes:

EDP Spray 1 oz $32
EDP Spray 3.4 oz $55

Buy LOVE by SOFIA VERGARA at retailers nationwide including Kohl's, HSN and Perfumania.

L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Superstar Mascara.

I'm always looking for the best mascara so when my sister picked up the L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Superstar Mascara on our recent CVS shopping trip I knew I had to try it for myself. You see, Cindi immediately put on this mascara following our drugstore haul and her lashes were transformed. I had to put this primer and mascara to the test for myself.

L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Superstar Mascara is just that: a primer and mascara in one package.

On one end of the tube there is a mascara primer and this is no ordinary primer. This mascara primer is a super-volumizing base that helps to build dramatic volume instantly onto each lash. It's lightweight so it doesn't weight down the lash. It simply creates volume as it lays down a smooth and even base to maximize the effects of the mascara. It's white so you can see exactly where you apply it.

On the other end is the mascara. This mascara is fiber-infused and it adheres right onto the primer/lashes. It applies easily with the curved brush. It seems to lift my lashes and add a ton of volume to them along with dramatic length. Because of the primer, I only need to apply two coats of mascara.

Before applying the mascara, I let the primer dry for about a minute. I'm not sure if this is recommended, but after trying to apply when the primer was too wet, I didn't feel like my results were as good.

I did not experience any clumping or flaking with Voluminous Superstar Mascara but I did have a little bit of smudging with the regular mascara toward the end of the day. I wasn't sure if this was due to my concealer and the mascara not playing nice so I picked up the waterproof version and I didn't experience any issue of smudging. I really love the length and volume I get so the L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Superstar Mascara Waterproof it is for me.

Buy L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Superstar Mascara Waterproof for about $10.99 at CVS or your favorite mass retailer.