The Beauty Spotlight Team's Season's Greetings Edition

Balancing the microbiome is no longer just for gut health. A healthy microbiome that sits atop your skin helps keep your skin's barrier strong and helps improve the look of wrinkles and enlarged pores as well as balances excess oil. Never Say Die Beauty has been trying brand new MicroBiome Night Mask from City Beauty that encourages good skin bacteria.

Pammy Blogs Beauty updates her skincare routine for the New Year with favorites from MyChelle Dermaceuticals!

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog is head over heels in love with MyChelle Refining Sugar Cleanser. It is worthy of holy grail status because it has a creamy lather, it gently exfoliates, thoroughly cleans, it never strips the skin, and it leaves it soft, smooth, supple and hydrated! Plus it has a luscious vanilla aroma that is utterly delectable.

Marcia and Lisa from Beauty Info Zone have been exploring the great waterless cosmetics from Pinch of Colour. See what they think of the Waterless Tint foundation/highlighter.

Heather over at Crazy Beautiful Makeup on Instagram is sharing new goodies she picked up from Elf Cosmetics, including a new Cannabis Sativa Face primer for only $8!

The Beauty Spotlight Team Mid-December Week in Review

Did you know that Beauty Info Zone dedicates each Sunday to giveaways? The Sunday Scoop is published weekly and is loaded with beauty, product and money giveaways. Remember you can't win if you don't enter.

At this busy time of year, some days you need to fly out the door in less than 10 minutes, and there's nothing better than stick makeup for a quick but polished look. Never Say Die Beauty loves new Glo HD Mineral Foundation Stick that blends like a breeze, provides light to medium buildable coverage and comes in 12 shades.

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog has beautiful swatches of all of the RMS Beauty Pressed Blushes and Lost Angel is a gorgeous cruelty-free dupe for NARS Orgasm!

Pammy Blogs Beauty ups her game on her Winter skincare routine with products from Vitabrid.

Prime Beauty tells us how she's staying warm this winter and is giving away the Waxing Kara Winter Warming Set to keep YOU cozy!

Looking for great last minute gifts and stocking stuffers for the beauty lover on your list? Erika, chief chick over at Notes from My Dressing Table is sharing her 12 Last Minute Gift and Stocking Stuffer Ideas from Amazon. This gift guide, featuring fun and affordable goodies will help you get your shopping done just in time the holidays. You may even find something on that list for yourself, too.

If you like trying new beauty products you should check out what Stacie from The Makeup Obsessed Mom got in her BoxyLuxe subscription box this month. She says that this box is affordable and definitely worth buying.

Heather of Crazy Beautiful Makeup is sharing her Skincare Holiday Gift Guide this week on the blog. There is something for everyone's price point, and everyone on your list!

UGG BOOTS ON SALE AT NORDSTROM

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I am a huge UGG fan, and try to purchase them whenever they go on sale. Nordstrom has a good selection on sale this year, and as a result I picked up a couple pair. Nothing makes for a comfy and cozy winter like a warm pair of UGG boots or slippers, and therefore I thought I would share a few of my favorites on sale (SALE UGGS HERE). If you are looking for UGGS for yourself, or someone on your holiday list, here are a few worth checking out before they sell out.

UGG Marciela II Boot (Original Price $174.95. Sale Price $119.90 from Nordstrom): Textured snap tabs secure the split shaft of a fan-favorite boot made with a waterproof finish to keep feet dry. The soft, cozy lining is made from genuine shearling and plush UGGpure, a textile made entirely from wool but engineered to feel and wear like genuine shearling. The Treadlite by UGG™ sole offers supremely lightweight cushioning, flexibility and traction on all surfaces.

Leather upper/genuine-shearling and UGGpure wool lining/synthetic sole
Shearling may be sourced from Australia, Ireland, Spain, the UK or the USA. See packaging for confirmed country of origin

Features: 

7 3/4" shaft
Pull-on style with snap-tab closures
Cushioned insole
Waterproof

UGG Karel Boot (Original Price $154.95. Sale Price $99.90 from Nordstrom): A belted shaft accents the plush shearling and UGGpure trim of a short winter boot lined for warmth with more UGGpure and grounded by a flexible Treadlite by UGG rubber sole with radiating logo treads. UGGpure is a textile made entirely from wool to feel and wear like genuine shearling. Leather and genuine shearling upper/genuine shearling and UGGpure wool lining/rubber sole. Shearling may be sourced from Australia, Ireland, the UK or the USA.

Features:
1 1/4" platform
6" shaft
Slip-on style with split shaft and adjustable belt
Treadlite by UGG sole with radiating logo treads

UGG Grove Genuine Shearling Trim Slipper (Original Price $99.95. Sale Price $69.90 from Nordstrom): Genuine-shearling trim elevates the plush comfort of a moc-toe slipper lined with warm UGGpure and grounded by a lightweight Treadlite by UGG sole. UGGpure is a textile made entirely from wool to feel and wear like genuine shearling.

Features:
1" heel; 3/4" platform
Slight dye transfer may occur with darker colors during first few wears
Leather and genuine-shearling upper/UGGpure wool lining/synthetic sole

UGG Kriston Waterproof Bootie (Original Price $199.95 Sale Price $129.90 from Nordstrom):

Waterproof suede upgrades a classic bootie, updated with a trend-right wedge and razored traction sole. The soft, cozy lining is made from plush UGGpure™, a textile made entirely from wool but crafted to feel and wear like genuine shearling.

Features:

Heel style: wedge

3" heel

4 1/2" shaft

Lace-up style

Cushioned insole

Insulated

Waterproof, with sealed seams

Leather upper/UGGpure wool lining/rubber sole

UGG Customizable Bailey Bow Genuine Shearling Bootie (Original Price $209.95. Sale Price $154.90 from Nordstrom): Glitter-striped or sporty logo ribbons can be mixed and matched on the back of these plush genuine-shearling boots with a lightweight yet durable sole.

Features:
8" shaft
Pull-on style
Treadlite by UGG™ sole provides added cushioning, traction and durability
Leather upper/genuine shearling lining/synthetic sole

UGG Classic Lace-Up Mini Boot (Original Price $179.95. Sale Price $120.56 from Nordstrom): Pretreated to protect against moisture and staining, this classic short boot is a supremely cozy, cold-weather favorite updated with whipstitched ribbon trim. A Treadlite by UGG™ sole offers lightweight cushioning, flexibility and traction, while the soft, cozy lining is made from UGGplush™, a moisture-wicking textile made from a wool-rich blend but crafted to feel and wear like genuine shearling.

Features:
1 1/4" heel; 1" platform
5 1/2" shaft
Pull-on style
Cushioned footbed
Leather upper/UGGplush wool blend and genuine shearling lining/synthetic sole

UGG Dakota Water Resistant Genuine Shearling Pompom Slipper (Original Price $119.95. Sale Price $89.90 from Nordstrom): A flexible rubber sole adds indoor/outdoor versatility to a cozy slipper from UGG, finished with a playful genuine-shearling pompom at the toe. The plush lining is crafted from genuine shearling or UGGpure, keeping your toes toasty and warm when chilly weather hits.

Features:

Cushioned insole

UGGpure is a textile made entirely from wool but crafted to feel and wear like genuine shearling

Water-resistant leather upper/genuine-shearling and UGGpure wool lining/rubber sole

UGG Classic Mini Charms Boot (Original Price $219.95. Sale Price $131.96 from Nordstrom): A trio of charms including a crystal pendant, a shearling pom and a disc logo dance along the shaft of a cold-weather classic boot lined in soft UGGplush™. UGGplush blends wool and lyocell to wick away moisture and provide cushy softness.

Features: 

1" heel

5" shaft

Foam-cushioned footbed

Treadlite by UGG sole provides enhanced traction on wet or slippery surfaces

Leather and genuine-shearling upper/UGGplush wool-blend lining/synthetic sole

UGG Classic Laced Bootie (Original Price $199.95. Sale Price $133.96 from Nordstrom): Sleek lacing that resembles classic corseting cinches this cozy boot—a fan favorite updated with a modern look. It's lined with a moisture-wicking textile made from a wool-rich blend but crafted to feel and wear like genuine shearling.

Features: 

1" heel

8" shaft

Pull-on style

Foam-cushioned footbed

Treadlite by UGG™ sole

Leather upper/genuine shearling and UGGplush wool-blend lining/synthetic sole

UGG Classic Bow Genuine Shearling Bootie (Original Price $199.95. Sale Price $133.96 from Nordstrom): Genuine shearling in a leopard print adds a splash of personality to the inside cuff of this classic bootie.The Treadlite by UGG™ sole provides added cushioning, traction and durability, and it's lined with a moisture-wicking textile made from a wool-rich blend but crafted to feel and wear like genuine shearling

Features: 

1" heel

8" shaft

Pull-on style; back tie closure

Treadlite by UGG™ sole

Genuine shearling and leather upper/ UGGplush wool-blend lining/synthetic sole

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Soothe Calm. Cleanse. Cure. Holiday Gift Set

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This holiday season, if you are looking to find a special gift for someone who has just about everything, then consider giving the gift of relaxation with the new Soothe Calm. Cleanse. Cure. Holiday Gift Set featuring Sootherapy Healing Bath Salts plus a Massage Gift Card available now on Soothe.com and Amazon.

According to Soothe,

The 3-pack of Sootherapy Healing Bath Salts, also sold as a stand-alone gift (retail $30 at soothe.com), contains all-natural, non-GMO, tropical ingredients such as: exotic Moloka’i & ‘Alaea salts, taro, noni, ginger, raw cane sugar, organic coconut oil and coconut milk. They smell incredible, and leave skin feeling soft, hydrated and nourished! The gift card available in the set, will be valued for a 60 minute massage that can be used in any of the 60+ U.S. markets Soothe serves.

Soothe, the world’s leading on-demand massage service, delivers a licensed, insured massage therapist to your home, office, or hotel, within 60 minutes. It is now available in 70 markets across 4 countries.

The types of massages from which to choose:

Here is how it works:

1) Soothe helps you book a five-star massage to your home, hotel, office, or event in as little as an hour. We match your massage request with a vetted, certified massage therapist available in your area at the specified time. At your appointment time, a therapist will arrive at your door with massage table, fresh linens, lotions, oils, and music to ensure a relaxing massage. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy your massage.

2) Soothe connects you with therapists who offer deep tissue, Swedish, sports, and prenatal massage. Any of these modalities can be performed as a couples massage, either with two massage therapists performing simultaneous massage or one therapists performing massage one after another. The therapists also offer chair and table massage delivered to your office or event with Soothe at Work and Soothe Events.

3) Soothe will match you with the highest quality massage therapist available at the time specified. You have the option to choose a male or female therapist if you have a preference, but are not able to select the exact therapist that you’d like.

4) Soothe is very careful about the massage therapists we select to join the Soothe network, "We vet each therapist to make sure they are fully licensed or certified in their practice area. We also verify they are insured by a reputable firm that is well known in the industry. We accept only the highest quality therapists, with only about 1/3 of applicants being accepted on to the Soothe network."

In most states the process to become a certified massage therapist (CMT) requires applicants to successfully pass a background check conducted by a state investigator before being deemed safe to work with the public. All massage therapists on the Soothe platform have passed these government-sponsored certification measures. In order to become a CMT, a therapist must also complete a minimum of 500 hours of practical training, but some states require as much as 1,000 hours.

All of the massage therapists have the highest level of integrity and professionalism. In return, we expect all clients to reciprocate the same level of respect and conduct. (In Canada, all of the therapists are experienced professionals; however, not all are RMTs). For more frequently asked questions, visit Soothe.com

Overall Assessment: This is a great gift idea for that person on your list who has everything!

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Meet Rachel Zoe at Nordstrom and See the RACHEL ZOE x LORAC Holiday 2019 Capsule Collection

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The Nordstrom Beauty Trend Event, at South Coast Plaza, will be hosting a meet and greet with Rachel Zoe where you can also see her LORAC collaboration: RACHEL ZOE x LORAC Holiday 2019 Capsule Collection. You can PURCHASE TICKETS HERE, and check out the Collection HERE.

DETAILS:

WHAT: Join Rachel Zoe at LORAC’s Nordstrom beauty counter for a morning of tips and tricks to nail the newest trends. Get a first-hand look at the new RACHEL ZOE x LORAC Holiday 2019 Capsule Collection in person and receive beauty buzz intel from industry insiders.

WHEN: Saturday, November, 16th 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST

WHERE: Nordstrom South Coast Plaza | 3333 Bristol Street, Suite 7000 | Costa Mesa, CA 92626

The Rahua Customizable Daily Hair Care Kit for the Holidays

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As you know, Rahua is one of my all-time favorite haircare brands, and I am excited to tell you that they are offering a customizable Holiday Gift Set this season!

According to Rahua,

Knowing that each and every person has specific needs and hair goals, Rahua has created the perfect Holiday hair care gift. Comprised of 8 beautiful 22ML OZ -bottles of Rahua daily hair care, Classic, Color Full, Voluminous and Hydration shampoo and conditioner sets, users can now fully customize their haircare.

Amazon Beauty® Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of its first Rahua Customizable Daily Hair Care Kit, a distinctively unique sampler box complete with eight deluxe sized Rahua daily care shampoos and conditioners. Housed in an attractive boxset designed with an Amazonian-inspired illustration, the Rahua Customizable Daily Hair Care Kit allows you to find the perfect combination of shampoo and conditioner to help nourish, strengthen, hydrate, protect and maintain the health of your hair and scalp. 

The Rahua Customizable Daily Hair Care Kit includes our four potent, plant-powered daily care families (Classic, Color Full™, Voluminous and Hydration) powered by plants and potent Rainforest grown oils such as Rahua and Palo Santo. Did you know it’s not necessary to  match your shampoo & conditioner? This convenient kit allows you to easily mix and match our organic, award-winning shampoos and conditioners to suit your specific hair care needs. 

Not only is it perfect to keep on hand for your own customized beauty needs, this holiday season let Rahua® simplify your gift-giving! The Rahua Customizable Daily Hair Care Kit makes the perfect holiday, or any occasion,  gift for friends and family alike!  Try customizing your daily care for the desired outcome.

Select from the following:

• Looking for color protection as well as moisture?  Mix and match Color Full™ Shampoo with Hydration Conditioner.  

• Is your hair “normal”, yet could use a lift?  Combining Rahua Classic Shampoo with Voluminous Conditioner will provide the boost your looking for.

• Got curls that seek moisture but not the weight?  Rahua Hydration Shampoo combined with Classic Conditioner is the right duo for you. 

• Is your color treated hair flat and lifeless? Rahua Voluminous Shampoo & Color Full™ Conditioner is the perfect combo for your needs. 

The Rahua Customizable Daily Hair Care Kit launches October 18, 2019. Deluxe Sizes: 22ml SRP: $40.00. Available at Rahua.com

TATCHA 2 DAY HOLIDAY PREVIEW | ENDS OCTOBER 7

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TATCHA is having a two-day Holiday Preview of their exclusive. limited-edition gift sets that TATCHA enthusiasts will definitely want to see. The preview ends Monday, October 7 at 11:59PM PT.

Visit: www.tatcha.com