Halloween will be here before you know it. Get into the spirit with the wonderful scent of pumpkin in your beauty products! At Sephora, you can find an assortment of skincare products infused with pumpkin extracts (or at least the fragrance of pumpkin) that will get you in the Halloween mood.
Here are three of my favorites!
Philosophy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath
If you are like me, you can’t get enough of multi-purpose products like this one from Philosophy. Even if you don’t want the calories of a pumpkin spice muffin, you can still experience the aroma with …read more

Philosophy is well known for their sweet, floral and yummy food scented bath and body products. While that’s all well and good, some people prefer something a little lighter, fresher and others prefer unscented lotions. This is where their new collection, Be Somebody, comes in.
Be Somebody – if you really want to be somebody, you don’t have to be great, you only have to be good. good people live by the golden rule, and in doing so, they become somebody to everybody. great people live by their own rules, which too often become self serving. therefore, don’t be great, just …read more

The best way to make a fragrance last all day is to put it on in layers. Layered products, one on top of the other, build a good foundation of scent – they allow the scent to cling to your skin. Start with a body wash, then apply a fragrant moisturizer. Finish with a spritz of your favorite eau de parfum or eau de toilette.
For best results, pick three products of the same fragrance or the same fragrance family. I like to layer the Caroline Chu products, but I add a different brand of body powder in a lavender scent. …read more

At the end of summer, I start switching over my fragrances, bath products and body lotions from citrus-y, fresh summertime scents to the warmer aromas of fall. The scents of fall are delicious and rich. Philosophy creates an assortment of products in autumn fragrances.
Caramel Apple
If you are a fan of Philosophy’s 3-in-1 shower gel (shampoo, bubble bath and shower gel), you have to get it in this juicy apple and caramel scent. It smells amazing and really get you in the mood for fall activities.
Pumpkin
Pumpkin isn’t just for Halloween. The Pumpkin Spice Muffin scent of Philosophy Shower Gel is irresistible …read more

If you hurry then you will be able to snag the Philosophy Summer Rescue Skincare Set that is currently on sale on flash sale website Rue La La.  If you’re not familiar with Rue La La, it’s another discount website similar to Gilt Groupe that offers designer products with slashed prices for only a short period of time.  There is currently a fabulous Philosophy boutique that is open until August 28 at 11am.
I have to admit that I must stop by a Philosophy counter or display everytime I pass one.  I love the fun names, minimalist packaging, and delightful scents.  …read more

Not everyone has oodles of money to spend on gifts so here are a few fabulous gifts under $50 that will make your someone special smile! Any one of these would make sweet ‘thank you’ gifts for a hostess or ‘just because’ gifts. Sometimes all you need to make someone’s day is a few kind words and an inexpensive, yet thoughtful, gift.
Victor & Rolf Petite Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum Spray ($45) – Give her a super portable bottle of her favourite glam floral scent.
Philosophy Lip Shine Trio ($20) – Get those lips ready for kissing! This lip shine …read more

I recently discovered the fabulous-ness that is Philosophy Coconut Frosting. If you’re looking for an amazing at home sea salt scrub that will leave your skin smelling faintly sweet, soft and smooth, this scrub is for you!
Philosophy Coconut Frosting is a fantastic way to pamper your skin and your senses. If you love the smell of coconuts as much as I do, you’ll fall in love with the way this scrub smells. It’s not overly sweet either, just a pleasant, warm, milky, soft coconut scent. It really is divine! Aside from the wonderful smell, the scrub itself is fabulous.  …read more

Are you looking for an affordable gift that any girl will love? Check out the Philosophy 3-in-1 products. Each gel is a fabulous bubble bath, shower gel and high foaming shampoo.
Show your thanks to someone ‘with gratitude’ with this fabulous pomegranate scent. This sweet and delicious fragrance is invigorating. And the product cleanses, conditions and hydrates both skin and hair. You can get a 16 oz bottle from Nordstrom for just $16.
The Philosophy 3-in-1 products come in a variety of scents, but the pomegranate ‘with gratitude’ is a fabulous choice for summertime.

A friend and I passed by the Philosophy counter this past weekend and the sales associate told us about the newest product in the line, Divine Illumination. She raved about its wonderful skin brightening and moisturizing properties.
Philosophy Divine Illumination is their skin illuminating anti-aging moisturizer. It’s formulated to fade dark spots, hydrate, smooth and even out your skin tone. There are also firming and anti-wrinkle benefits. This would be a great product to try if you have age spots and feel your skin needs a little more ‘help’ than what you’re current moisturizer is doing.  I didn’t pick it up …read more

If you’re shopping for someone who is a cosmetics and beauty buff you’ll want to check out the Nordstrom Beauty Exclusives! These Nordstrom exclusive products are special beauty buys available for pre-order right now.  Place your order today and the items will ship out no later than July 17th.
This is a great way to nab the latest and greatest in beauty, skincare and fragrances before anyone else.  Below are just some of my skin care picks from the lot…
Philosophy Celebrate Love and Celebrate Dreams 3 in 1 bath gel, shampoo and bubble bath ($8 each)
Juice Beauty Organics to Glow Set …read more