UGG Slippers and Boots On Sale at Nordstrom Rack

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I count my UGG slippers and boots among my very best purchases. I have two pairs of their slippers and one pair of their boots, and I wear them all of the time. I was lucky enough to purchase all of them on sale at Nordstrom, and I am so glad that I did. Nordstrom Rack is currently having a flash sale on UGG slippers and boots, and I highly recommend checking it out before paying full price this season. Here is a small sampling of that is on sale!

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SEPHORA SALE: 20% OFF YOUR PURCHASE & 30% OFF SEPHORA COLLECTION (ENDS DECEMBER 12)

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Clayton Shagal Holiday Gift Sets for the Face & Body

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I am a big fan of the skincare products from La Maison Clayton Shagal, and this holiday they are offering a wonderful selection of holiday gifts from which to choose. This is a wonderful way to try their extraordinary products, and they have something for everyone obsessed with excellent skincare products on your list. Furthermore, Clayton Shagal is offering 25% Off their Holiday Gift Sets through the end of December!

About Clayton Shagal,

La Maison Clayton Shagal is a Quebec business that manufactures, develops and distributes a line of high-end body and skin care products for both women and men. Our headquarters and laboratory are located on Montreal’s North Shore in the province of Quebec, Canada. It was in February of 1980 that company cofounders Ms Lyse Denommé and Mr. Daniel Renaud set out on the business venture that would lead to the Clayton Shagal brand bursting onto the scene of the esthetics market in 1982.

The cutting-edge philosophy of the Clayton Shagal brand was the source of our success, which began with the development of our Collagen Gel composed with a 99% pure non-hydrolyzed acidosoluble collagen: the purest form of collagen ever extracted. It can penetrate through the skin all the way to the dermis without any need for injections. It’s a unique product, a market must-have. Over the years, Clayton Shagal has gained renown expertise and has built a reputation for excellence that quickly boosted us to the top and gave us continued growth at both the national and La Maison Clayton Shagal is an innovative company that combines passion and expertise in research and development to give your skin the very best: the perfect blend of nature and science. The performance of our exclusive product formulas is beyond compare, thanks to the cutting-edge technology and unique methods we’ve developed at La Maison Clayton Shagal, which we use to make our active ingredients as pure and as powerful as possible.

Clayton Shagal Must-Have Gift Set: suitable for normal, combination to oily and dry to dehydrated skin ($145.00. Value: $192.50): This set includes highly-effective products for mature skin, for an immediate plumping and smoothing effect without any injections. 

Features:

• Resulting from biotechnology (natural fermentation), Hyaluronic Acid Serum is an amalgam of 3 different molecular weights, for maximum efficiency.
• Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid: powerful moisturizer that penetrates the dermis and stimulates fibroblasts, providing deep hydration
• Medium molecular weight hyaluronic acid: cell regenerator and stimulator that restores the lipid barrier and protects the skin from free radicals and dehydration. 
• High molecular weight hyaluronic acid: powerful moisturizer that penetrates the stratum corneum of the epidermis and retains water and moisture in the skin.

Set Includes:

• Hyaluronic Acid Serum
• Collagen Gel Plus
• Gel Lotion Cleanser 25 mL
• 2 samples of Elastin Gel
• 2 samples of Mokaccino Mask

Clayton Shagal Jojoba & Loofa Exfoliating Body Gel Case (8.45 oz tube): Daily body gel cleanser, moisturizer and exfoliant, for men and women, that revitalizes the skin. For all types of skin. Give your skin a daily boost of antioxidants and freshness for softer, smoother, brighter and healthier-looking skin. Cleansing and exfoliating body gel with a velvety texture, unisex and soothing fragrance. Leaves skin feeling refreshed. Specifically formulated with minuscule loofah fibers that tones, softens and gently exfoliate the epidermis without irritating the skin. Stimulates the skin’s vital functions against dehydration and skin laxity because of its natural moisturizing factors and viscosity. 

Features:

• Enhance skin’s appearance, texture and restorative properties
• Increase skin’s suppleness
• Protects the skin against premature aging and helps retain skin hydration without leaving a greasy film
• Can prevent the skin from excessive sebum production
• Contains natural antioxidant and active ingredients, helping to regulate moisture retention while maintaining non-comedogenic properties
• Restore the natural glow of the skin and leaves skin feeling sensationally invigorated and silky smooth
• Excellent exfoliant for the hands and/or feet

Key Ingredients: 

Loofah Cylindrica Fruit – antioxidants and rich emollient with ultra-light exfoliant properties

Jojoba Oil – antioxidant rich in vitamins and minerals and humectant that preserves moisture in the skin

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters – Natural emollient, remarkly similar to human body oils with anti aging, moisturizing and softening properties that normalizes activity in sebaceous glands

Overall Assessment: La Maison Clayton Shagal is a wonderful brand that makes first-rate skincare and body care products, and their wonderful holiday gift sets offer the perfect way to discover new favorites. All of their gift sets can be found HERE.

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Holiday Skincare Picks for Radiant Skin

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If you are seeking gorgeous glowing skin this holiday season, then here are some fantastic picks to help you achieve those results! Be sure to check all of their Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals this weekend!

1. Vasanti Cosmetics Brighten Up! Skincare Minis ($19.00 from Vasanti and Amazon): It's the perfect 5-step skincare routine in one convenient gift set. Simplifying your skincare without compromising your results, these mini yet mighty multi-tasking products give multiple results. Together, the products help even out skin tone, creating clearer, brighter skin. Mini yet mighty!

 

2. Elina Organics Probiotic Polishing Mask ($55.00 from Elina Organics): This will be your go-to mask when you need to look your holiday best! It contains a synergetic blend of probiotics, or “friendly bacteria,” which are proven to help restore your skin’s natural balance. Once activated with water, it will deeply hydrate, brighten, and firm your skin, giving you an instant glow.

3. Vasanti Cosmetics Age is Only a Number Elixir + Rose Quartz Roller & Gua Sha Tool ($90.00 from Vasanti): The perfect splurge your skin will love! This set features a super potent combination of a face oil and serum using clinically proven actives for anti-aging and brightening. Then, enjoy a Gua Sha & Rose Quartz Roller IN ONE! The tool promotes micro-circulation to minimize signs of aging, brightens and helps define the contours of the face. Use together for best results.  

4. Spongellé Wish Upon a Star Holiday Star Gift Set ($22.00 from Spongellé): Packaged as holiday ornaments, this dreamy body buffer gift set comes with two inspiring fragrances: Lychee Ice and Vanilla Bloom. Enriched with skin softening extracts and holiday inspired scents, these buffers will cleanse, exfoliate, massage & nourish. Good for 5+ uses each.  

5. The A Method® The 24K Gold Anti-Aging Holiday Kit ($150.00 from the A Method): This kit delivers a powerful anti-aging trio of products formulated with pure 24K Gold + Snail Growth Factor for incredible antioxidant benefits you can work directly into your current routine. Each gift sets includes a 24K Gold + Growth Factor Serum, 24K Ultimate Eyelash & Eyebrow Growth Accelerator Serum and then two 24K Gold + Collagen Facial Masks.

6. Spongellé Dreaming of Snow Holiday Star Gift Set ($22.00 from Spongellé): Packaged as holiday ornaments, this dreamy body buffer gift set comes with two inspiring fragrances: Snow Flower and Jasmine Snow. Enriched with skin softening extracts and holiday inspired scents, these buffers will cleanse, exfoliate, massage & nourish. Good for 5+ uses each. 

7. Vasanti Cosmetics Brighten Up! Bundle of Joy ($55.00 from Vasanti): What’s better than one Travel Size Brighten Up! Exfoliator? Six of them! Whether you want to use these as stocking stuffers or share them with your loved ones, ‘tis the season to share the joy of Brighten Up! Plus, all of the products come in a clear rose gold zipper bag.

8. Vasanti Cosmetics Ageless Beauty Ritual Kit ($48.00 from Vasanti): Enclosed in a gift box, this skincare ritual set will prevent aging while correcting signs of aging simultaneously. It features a Rose Quartz Roller & Gua Sha Tool along with the brand's Age Is Only a Number, Brighten Up! Glow Boosting Serum and Rose Water Pomegranate Toner & Refreshing Spray.

9. Vitabrid C¹² Dual Sheet Mask Box Set: Brightening & Luminous ($28.00 from Vitabrid, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue): A box set featuring 5 masks, this is perfect for any one who needs some "me" time at home. Each individually wrapped mask instantly brightens and enhances radiance and luminosity. This hypoallergenic, microfiber sheet mask, formulated with a synergistic hybrid composition of vitamin C and peptides (Vitabrid CG and Peptibrid), is packed with extra serum inside to be applied generously. It delivers its active ingredients in minutes to instantly brighten tired and distressed skin, leaving the skin radiant, supple and luminous while fine lines and wrinkles become less noticeable.

Beautiful Finds for Holiday Entertaining & Gift Giving

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If you are doing any holiday entertaining, or need to buy gifts for people who are entertaining this season, then I have a few amazing picks to suggest to spice up any holiday table. I either own these items, or have given them as gifts, with the exception of one that I have been meaning to buy for a very long time. They are absolutely gorgeous, high quality and sure to delight the recipient.

Le Creuset Heritage Square Baking Dishes, Set of 2 (Special Price $49.95-$50.00 from Le Creuset, Nordstrom, Williams Sonoma, Crate & Barrel, Amazon, Macy's, Bloomingdale's and Bed, Bath & Beyond): These gorgeous Le Creuset Baking Dishes are just spectacular. I have given them as gifts, and really want a set for myself. They are holiday perfect, and they are sure to last a very long time.

According to Le Creuset,

The Heritage Square Baking Dishes, Set of 2 features two of our most popular and versatile sized dishes. The larger size is ideal for indulgent desserts, comforting casseroles, roasting vegetables, marinating meats, broiling fish and more. The smaller dish is perfect for breading and prep work, or casseroles and gratins for two. Both dishes are crafted from premium stoneware to ensure food is cooked to perfection, and feature a colorful glaze that is virtually nonstick for easy cleanup.

Features:

• Set includes one 5" dish (18 oz.) and one 8" dish (2 qt.)
• Premium stoneware ensures excellent heat distribution for uniform browning and even cooking with no hot spots.
• Superior heat retention keeps food warm or cold for serving.
• Colorful glaze is non-porous, non-reactive, scratch-resistant, and resists stains and flavor absorption.
• Virtually nonstick interiors easily release food for quick clean-up, and resist cracking and crazing.
• Unmatched thermal resistance for temperatures ranging from -9°F to 500°F.
• Safe for freezer, oven, microwave, broiler, dishwasher and metal utensils. 

French Kitchen Marble Fruit Bowl ($59.95 from Crate & Barrel): This has been on my want-list for a very long time, and each time I go to Crate & Barrel I look at it! It's really gorgeous, and it makes a lovely centerpiece.

According to Crate & Barrel,

A substantial bowl of cool white marble with unique grey veining rests atop a traditional pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and decorative objects. Note that exposure to the acid of cut citrus fruits can stain marble. Because marble is a natural product, veining and coloring variations will occur; see additional images for examples.

Features:

• French Kitchen Marble Fruit Bowl. 10" dia. x 4.75"H
• White marble
• 106 oz.
• Avoid using with oils and citric fruits
• Hand wash

French Kitchen Marble 2-Tier Server ($69.95 from Crate & Barrel): I absolutely love this Marble 2-Tier Server, and have had one for many years now. It is perfect in the kitchen, but I use mine in the bathroom to store some of my skincare products.

According to Crate & Barrel,

Tiered server upgrades in Ana Reza-Hadden's beautiful, classic design that mixes rectangular marble serving surfaces with a clean iron frame. Because marble is a natural product, veining and coloring variations will occur; see additional images for examples.

Features:

• French Kitchen Marble 2-Tier Server. 7"Wx14.25"Dx10"H
• Designed by Ana Reza-Hadden
• Marble
• Iron tube with clear lacquer finish
• Food safe
• Hand wash

Ona Large Pitcher ($24.95 from Crate & Barrel): I absolutely love this pitcher, and I use it all of the time. It's perfect for any drinks, but I most often use it for lemon water, ice tea and lemonade. It is perfect for a holiday table, and is a wonderful gift for anyone who loves to entertain.

According to Crate & Barrel,

Ona's signature off-center handle makes it the center of attention. Handmade in crystal-clear glass with a thick, cut and polished rim. A beautiful presence when filled or simply on display.

Features:

• Ona Large Pitcher. 6"Wx4"Dx12"H
• Glass
• 46 oz.
• Cut and polished rim
• Handmade
• Hand wash
• Not intended for use with hot water

Overall Assessment: You just can't go wrong with any of these beautiful picks for holiday entertaining and gift-giving.

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Holiday Shopping Amid Supply Chain Problems: Things to Consider

If you have been stressing out about holiday shopping amid the current serious supply chain issues, and have been trying to figure out how to make a meaningful holiday this year, here are a few things that I have been thinking about as the holiday season is rapidly approaching. 

1) Consider making this a far less commercial and gift-oriented holiday. This is the first year that many people will be having family gatherings for the holidays because of the pandemic, and my guess is most of them will care less about presents and more about seeing the people they love in-person.

2) Buy less, but if you are shopping online consider shopping really early. Retailers and e-tailers are anticipating long delays, and really popular items may not arrive until after the holidays. If you are trying to buy this year's it-toys, for instance, then order them early. Less popular items will be more widely available.

3) Shop locally. This way you can support your local businesses and economy, and you don't have to worry about the gifts arriving on time.

4) Instead of purchasing things, purchase or create experiences. Making memories that last a very long time can easily be achieved if you buy tickets to a museum exhibition, concert, play, musical etc. That way you can spend the day with your loved one and treat them to something that they might not do for themselves.

5) Purchase a subscription or membership. If you know this person would love a subscription to the New York Times, Spotify, Netflix, to a museum etc., then this is the type of gift that they can enjoy all year long.

6) DIY gifts. Making DIY gifts can be a very thoughtful and meaningful way to give gifts. It can be expensive, but there are also affordable ways to make things that the people on your list will enjoy.

7) Gift Cards. I usually don't buy them because they aren't very personal, but truth be told a lot of recipients prefer them since they can get just what they want or need.

What ideas do you have for your holiday gift-giving this year?