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Most probably there is -  and for them, maybe send them Lush’s Want to Believe Bath Melt.

It’s a lump of coal-shaped bath melt – great for that frien-emy you hate but for some reason stay “friends” with, or just someone vile that won’t quite leave your world. They’ve been naughty, all Santa should bring them is coal!

It includes fennel and starflower, which promotes peace and is sad to drive away unhappiness – which we all know is the true reason they are such miserable creatures anyway.

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Even sadder, for a long time, I was one of them…and then the second that I saw the light, I never looked back.

Of course, not all primers are created equal, and I have my favorites, and not-so-favorites. I’m a new fan of Dior’s Skinflash, though.

First of all, it has a built-in brush: Great for achieving better application.

From a scientific angle, it is made with something called “photo-smart pigments” – it’s light-attracting, which helps me to feel fresher and more radiant – fabulous after I’ve been on a 23-hour plane ride.

So, lets hope with the help of this, I feel and look more vibrant. But, at the very least – a primer is a fabulous way to make all your other makeup look way better on top of it..and if we start with a great foundation, it’s only up from there!

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Philosophy

Sadly, just about the only way I’m going to be getting that right now is a good bubble bath, but I’ve found the perfect source.

Philosophy’s Winter Escape is perfect for a little bit of holiday-season self-indulgence.

It includes peppermint Hot Cocoa Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath! Why do I love this? It screams holiday yum, but obviously – no calories.

Also included are the incredibly delicious Marshmallow Body Soufflé and Marshmallow Flavored Lip Shine – which will make me smell and taste so kissable, I may have body warmth of another kind sooner than I expect.

Get ready, this is super-decadent…you may have to fit it into your year-round routine.

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MLab, though, is on sale today at ideeli.com, and with prices around 50% off, I’d be amiss not to mention it here!

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This is a line with its roots in science, and while many of you are thinking – “What? Science? I just want to look pretty!” science is a pretty essential part of quality skincare.

Essentially, it’s all about anti-aging, and trust me, ladies, I’m FEELING the aging of late. So, if MLab can make me boost all those factors of youth (i.e. firmness, elasticity, etc), I’ll sell an arm for it. And if it’s half off, well, that’s even better. I like my arms.

Bonus: Every M Lab purchase on ideeli today will come with a free .5oz M LAB Anti-Aging Treatment Cream, a $50 value, which features 68% clinically active ingredients!!! I LOVE free stuff!

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However, for all of us, there’s a few key items that we won’t share. These are the ones we will hoard as we get them and put in a safe place, just to make sure there’s NEVER a rainy day onto which we’ll run out.

For me, this list of product includes body butters. You can just never be too buttered up!

Right now at Bath & Body Works, if you buy any three Signature Collection items, you will get two free or you can buy two items and get one free!

Whether you share my body butter obsession, or are more into shower gels, perfumes, or something else entirely, this was MADE for the hoarder. Enjoy! Sale ends Tuesday.

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First Aid Beauty’s Ultra Repair Cream is not sexy. Neither is the packaging.

However, it is a thick, rich, and really penetrates the skin.

I have very dry skin – and it gets worse in the winter. I also have a touch of irritant eczema, and it’s great for that, as well as dermatitis and keratosis pilaris.

It’s made with all the things our moms always said was great for moisturizing irritated skin, stuff like oatmeal, shea butter, soothing eucalyptus oil, and ceramides. It really makes skin feel different – and better – pretty much instantly.

It also has an  Antioxidant Booster that helps to protect skin against free radical damage – I love that as well. (Plus, it’s good for face AND body – I don’t have many creams I can say that about!)

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So, there I was, bundled up, clutching my coffee for dear-warmth, when I realized, the time had come. Winter has arrived, and it’s time to get ready – and do our best to stay beautiful.

Image: Dr. Howard Sobel

According to Dr. Howard Sobel, New York City dermatologist and dermatologic cosmetic surgeon, there are indeed really specific ways to care for our skin as the weather gets colder.

During the colder months, everybody’s skin becomes less oily and drier from both indoor and outdoor elements, include the wind, indoor heat, etc.

“I tell all my clients – no matter skin type – to swap their cleanser for a milder and less drying product. Cooler showers do work – so turn the heat down! Take shorter showers too. And be sure to apply a body-specific moisturizer shortly after on damp skin for maximum effect,” Sobel says.

Sunscreen is critical

“Most people stop using sunscreens once the weather turns colder, but the facts are that aging of the skin results from sun damage that occurs during both summer and winter months. Save time in the morning and sleep an extra 15 minutes by using a dual-purpose moisturizer that has SPF in it – at least 30 SPF,” recommends Sobel. This way, you keep your skin hydrated while protecting against cumulative environmental damage that comes from sun exposure.

Many people tend to overlook the hands during the colder months, despite the fact they are the first on our body to get excessively dry.

Remember to moisturize your hands daily, and if you’re worried about dry, worn-out or older looking hands, speak to your dermatologist about skin rejuvenating hand treatments. “I think dermal fillers can work great as well as laser treatments to remove unattractive sun spots,” says Dr. Sobel.

Autumn is a great time to have a purifying facial or a mild peel to remove your dead skin cells that have accumulated over the summer months.

“In my practice, I see an increase during this time of patients requesting mild to medium peels to refresh their skin for the new season. Since many women like to go lighter during the colder months, they want their complexion to be as smooth and refined as possible,” Says Dr. Sobel.

“Many of my patients who come to see me around this time have pigment changes in their skin from summer. I like to use the Aurora Laser, which uses a very gentle light and energy to remove brown spots from sun damage, blotchiness and to improve skin tone and texture. This treatment is also great to get your in skin in glowing shape for the holidays,” he goes on.

So, is your skin ready for winter, and are you already seeing the effects of the chill? I’m going to follow this advice, starting now!

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Borba

But did you know there’s BEAUTY tricks you can add to your arsenal? Yes, things we do to look and feel good can also save us from certain ruin.

I conferred with Borba skincare founder and celebrity esthetician, Scott-Vincent Borba, and he provided few seasonal skincare and wellness tips to keep your complexion looking flawless despite dropping temperatures and the flu!

Treat Eyes

Your eyes are the first place where you can see the challenges of a cold. (I can see this by my mom looking at me when I am sick, and instantly commenting, based on my “glassy” eyes, “You look like crap.” Thanks, mom!)

First off, place in your freezer, your eye cream for 10 minutes (BORBA Orbital Eye Rejuvenator is amazing for this). This acts as a cold spoon to the eyes and light reflectors and skin diffusers help reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness. If you can manage, line the bottom lash line with a white eye liner and use a translucent or highlighter around eye duck with a fade out to the middle of the lash line. That will reduce eye redness and awaken your appearance.

Hint of Tint

A natural rosy-pink blush will infuse life back into skin, even if you feel like your drained of it! Borba says cream blush is great on dehydrated skin while a powder is great over moisturized skin.

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As I grew closer to 30, I realized that was very far from the truth.

Exfoliation is very important. “When you have a layer of thick dead cells, also known as the stratum corneum, what ever you put on in the way of creams and serums has a difficult time penetrating,” says Denise Debois, owner of Complexions Spa For Beauty & Wellness in Albany, NY.

Denise ecommends using a gentle alpha hydroxy acid like lactic acid to gently loosen and bump off that thickened dead layer, clearing a path that allows hydrating ingredients to penetrate easier resulting in a more hydrated, smoother skin texture.

I’m especially grateful for Denise’s advice because, lets face it – skin tends to get very dehydrated during the winter months. We need hydration and skincare more than ever! “I recommend our clients add a hydration boosting serum with humectants and moisture binding ingredients like sodium pca and hyaluronic acid that leave skin soft and provides maximum hydration with a light feel. Use under your moisturizer to give you the extra boost needed during these months.” Denise says.

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Crabtree & Evelyn

Until recently, I wasn’t! But I am glad I found out, because right now their outlet is having a mega sale where we can save up to 75% on everything from body polish to lotion in fun scents like clementine or basil!

Choose from your favorite scents like Clementine & Basil, Aloe Vera, Mint, Fennel & Ivy and so many others. I’m OBSESSED with the Clementine/basil combo because they blend into this fabulous herbal citrus blend that is both invigorating and refreshing and vitamin-rich. It’s just so so so good!

Also, orders over $65 score free shipping, which sweetens my pot-o-luxe just a little bit more.

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