Never Say Never!

Remember when I saw this gem, but decided against it?

Too Faced - Quickie Chronicles/The Hopeless Romantic

$12.97 @ Nordstrom Rack vs. $29.50 Retail

And remember when I was spazzing out and depressed about the state of this palette?

Sugar - 'Round The Clock Palette/Day Job

$4.99 @ TJ Maxx vs. $14.00 Sale @ Sephora vs. $28.00 Retail

Well I changed my mind [once again] on item number one.  Since I was picking up a palette for my cousin, I decided. Eh, why not? Let's give the Too Faced palettes one more try. While there I saw that in addition to the Skin Fusion products I reported about recently, they have now added the Translucent and Radiance Mineral shades to the stock.

Then, I ran into item number two at the TJ Maxx near South Coast Plaza on Sunflower and was sooo excited! All of them were in good condition too! Actually I think because this TJ Maxx is new, it's merchandise is still handled with care (for now). I have already played with it and I am in LOVE! The consistency is so silky and the hues are perfect for Fall. There is some shimmer but not too much. Oh, and they have run out of the Too Faced - Fantastic Plastic sets at Nordy's but I did spy them at this TJ Maxx being stocked fresh out of the boxes and still on the stocking cart! I believe they are going for $16.99 here. So if ya missed them at Nordy's here is another chance to snap up a set! They also had an abundance of Lancome products from $5.99-$9.99 and some Borghese Mascaras for $5.99. There was also a brand I have not heard of yet, I was curious but decided to do some research before hand. The London based brand is called Molton Brown. Their official website has about three make up products, but I saw their Gentle Lash Mascara for $9.99 vs. $20.00 Retail and SheerPlay lip gloss set $24.99 vs. $55.00 Retail. Anyone ever heard of or tried this brand?? Is it worth it or should I skip it?

Maxx'd Out!

Ahhhh. What better way to spend a summer like day than at the beach with your family then ending it by shopping your heart out! I had time to myself today and of course, I spent it doing some retail therapy and subsequent minor wallet damage. I did find some great deals though! The first thing I found was this cute little beauty bible....

The Beauty Book

$2.99 vs. $9.99 Retail

I know, I know. I could have found this on Amazon or Ebay for pennies but a. I am too impatient to wait for shipping and b. I could find better things to spend my money on than S/H! Hence, the self induced incessant need to help my fellow beauty fiends find the most Free S/H offers! So it was there, right as I was waiting in line to make my purchases. I thumbed through a few pages and right away found some really good tips and tricks. Then it walked itself unto the counter and scanned itself. Fancy that! Anywho, here's what else I picked up...

Sugar Zip Kit - Kimono

$3.99 vs. $12.50 Sale vs. $25.00 Retail

Sugar Zip Kit - Ginger

$3.99 vs. $12.50 Sale vs. $25.00 Retail

These two mini palettes were the stars of night. At $3.99 each, they were just irresistible! The cases are tin, beautifully decorated with flowers and a stenciled butterfly. The closure detailing is a zipper which runs the perimeter of the palette. Inside is a coordinated quad of shadows, one corresponding lip gloss, and an tinsy applicator as well as a mirror which is the size of the lid. Love big mirrors! Kimono is a neutral shimmering palette with a pearl, rose, mauve, and warm brown color and a peach gloss. Ginger is the smokey shimmering palette with a lavender, silver, slate, and rose color and a pink gloss. These two palettes are perfect for my on the go days. I have not had a chance to try out Sugar Cosmetics yet so what better way to than finding all in one products at great discounts!

Sugar - Pump 'Em Up!

$4.99 vs. $14.00 Sale vs.$28.00 Retail

Sugar - I Taste Like Sugar

$4.99 vs. $14.00 Sale vs. $28.00 Retail

I don't know if you noticed but I just got 24 lip colors about for $10.00! Talk about having a variety! That's about 1 color a day for almost a month! The colors range from clear to deep vampy wine as well as a gang of finishes from pearly iridescent to super sparkley. I can't wait to tear through these sets as well. 

Sugar - 'Round The Clock Palette

$5.99 vs. $21.00 Sale vs. $42.00 Retail

This face palette is just PERFECT for Fall! It includes:

• Rise and Shine - all over concealer
  
• Morning Glory - multi use brightener for eyes, lips, and cheeks
  
• Afternoon Eye Revival - daytime eye color, which is a lavender color
• Happy Hour - smoky night shadow and liner, which is a deep brown with high shimmer
• Even Glow - all over face & body bronzer
• Finishing Touch - sheer berry lip gloss

Not bad for about $35 buckaroos, huh? I have a lot cut out for me but I am up for the challenge in playing with these new finds. When I referenced the sale prices, it's due Sephora's recent 50% price slash of all Sugar Cosmetics. Check it out! Oh and there were also four of these palettes...

Sugar - 'Round The Clock Eyeshadow Palette - Day Job

$4.99 vs. $14.00 Sale vs. $28.00 Retail

But, a BIG but, as to why I DIDN'T get them. Why you ask? WHY?!?! EVERY SINGLE one of these palettes have been reduced to loose powder form. Hey, how do you get a palette like that with only one pan? BECAUSE people abuse them! THAT'S WHY!!!!! UGH, I was sooo effin annoyed when I saw them. Those hues are just gorgeous too! I kept digging in disbelief hoping I'd find at least one, ONE that was still intact but not a one could be found. It was a sad sad moment when I left the beauty section. Please, let's have a moment of silence for these fallen soldiers. Alas, I made it home, exhausted but drunk with giddiness at my scores. I suggest you visit your local TJ Maxx stat! It would be a crime to let these deals pass you by!