Raging Rouge Beauty Blog: For Makeup Lovers Everywhere!
This is the time of year to capitalize on weaker-than-expected holiday sales. Bloomingdales is launching their designer sale today, and I expect some really amazing discounts to be available to anyone in the mood to shop! This sale event is two days only, so don’t miss discounts of up to 70% on luxury items.
The Macy’s F&F Fall 2022 sale has started today and since their holiday gifting selection is already available online, it really feels a lot like Cyber Week holiday sales have already started! The F&F discount is 30% off of most regular-priced merchandise (with some brand exclusions and select items qualifying for smaller discounts) and 15% off of beauty using promo code “FRIENDS”. I kicked off my shopping spree using their gift finder. Macy’s has great gift ideas organized both by recipient and by price. They were already a great deal, but with the F&F discount as well it’s so tempting to start piling items in your cart. This sale ends on 10/31/22.
I’m always in search of special little treats like the Carolina Herrera Fabulous Kiss makeup set shown above. Carolina Herrera has partnered with Macy’s to offer an exclusive collection of completely customizable beauty products. The consumer (or gift giver) can pick the cap, the base, and accessories. It’s such a wonderful gift idea for the beauty enthusiast in your life!
Retail price for this holiday set is $107. Price with the Macy’s Friends and Family promo code is $90.95. Click the image above to start shopping the collection!
It’s a bit of a splurge for one lipstick, I know. The good news is once the custom accessories are purchased they are all entirely reusable! When the lipstick runs out, only a refill is needed. If you’re not a fan of the patterns and colors pre-selected in this giftable boxed set, not to worry! You’re able to purchase whatever shades and colors you want for the exact same price and the only thing missing will be the fabulous red box. Prices for each customizable item individually: Lipstick cap- $23, Lipstick refill- $32, Tassel- $18, Ring- $19, Jasmine charm- $15. Total price purchased individually is still $107 or $90.95 with the F&F promo code.
This customizable concept is available for liquid lipstick, tinted lip balm, and powder compacts as well. Affiliate links may be used in this content. Please click HERE to read my full disclosure. For other sales info, visit my Macys VIP Sale page!
Today I stocked up on my favorite shampoo and conditioner over at Ulta, where they are an incredible 50% off TODAY ONLY if you’re a fan of Klorane! Click HERE to shop at Ulta. The purchase got me wondering how long I have been using Klorane. I did a brief search of my own website and found a post I wrote back in 2016 that featured beauty products I buy over and over again. Today–six years later– I decided it would be fun to see what items on my original list I still buy, and what items have been replaced with something new. For kicks I’m going to sprinkle in some price history, so you can see how prices have changed over time as well. Enjoy!
1) Klorane Shampoo With Mango Butter was on my list in 2016 and remains on my list to this day. I specifically mentioned in 2016 that I even pack small versions to bring with me on vacations. Last week, my family and I were on vacation and I indeed had packed some travel sized Klorane! This formula is extremely gentle on my very sensitive scalp, so I do love to bring some with me to avoid hotel shampoos that tend to irritate me. The price was $20 in 2016 and is $22 now, but today at Ulta this is 50% off, so you can bet I stocked up! (Retail price $22– Sale price $11!)
2) Klorane Conditioning Balm With Mango Butter is the perfect match for the shampoo above, and leaves hair feeling super soft, healthy, and tangle-free! Yes, I still buy this as well! (Retail price $22– Sale price $11!)
3) MAC Eye Kohl has replaced Make Up For Ever Kohl Pencils as my “go to” liner. While I still do love Make Up For Ever Kohl Pencils, I was recently able to buy myself the MAC equivalent at a discount so I stocked up on some of my favorite shades. Both brands offer kohl pencils that deliver that soft, smoky look I love. The original retail price of a Make Up For Ever Kohl Pencil was $18 in 2016 and still is! In contrast, MAC Eye Kohl retailed for $17 in 2016 and now sells for $21. That’s a pretty hefty price hike! I purchased the eye pencils in Teddy, Feline, Costa Riche, and Prunella. Prunella is one of my all-time favorite shades, the slightly purple color makes brown eyes pop in a way that standard brown doesn’t. (Retail price $21)
4) Clean beauty is important to me, as my skin has become increasingly sensitive. I’m also a sucker for a good deal, so ELF Flawless Satin Foundation is my new go-to in the foundation category. This full coverage foundation is sublime, and when I need sheer coverage I use #12 on this list to custom mix my own tinted moisturizer. I’m loving the combination and the price is simply unbeatable. (Retail price $6)
5) Bobbi Brown Corrector is my long-time favorite under eye concealer. The slightly orange hue cancels out blue undereye circles like a champ. I don’t use concealer as often as I did back in 2016, but I do still have a Bobbi Brown Corrector cream concealer on the ready, just in case! Retail price back in 2016 was $27. (Retail price is $32)
6) Lancôme Definicils Waterproof Mascara delivers natural-looking long lashes that pass my “waterslide test” with flying colors. I still absolutely love Lancome and buy this formula and other waterproof formulas of Lancome’s all the time! I’m also branching out a bit however, and am currently sampling some new brands. I’ll circle back to let you know what I think! Retail price of this mascara back in 2016 was $27.50. (Retail price $29)
7) I’ve been playing with quite a few different shadow palettes these days, but one I still love is Urban Decay’s Naked Palette. At this point they have multiple iterations of this old fave of mine that launched back in 2010 (yes it has been that long). The original retail price of the Urban Decay Naked Palette was $44 back in 2010. By the time Naked Cherry launched in 2018, the price had crept up to $49. I recently purchased Naked3 and absolutely love the versatility of the shades. Neutral doesn’t have to be boring! (Retail price $54)
8) My skin sensitivity forced me to give up my my old stand-by Philosophy Purity Made Simple. These days I am using The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser, or Squalane Cleansers by different brands. The Ordinary is such an amazing line-up of basic skincare products with no added fragrance. This cleanser melts off my makeup and is so amazingly gentle. (Retail price $19.90 for 5 oz)
9) Peter Thomas Roth Instant Mineral is still my favorite touch-up for applying SPF over makeup. I mentioned in 2016 that I have been buying this for so many years, I’ve lost count! We can now add +6 to that lost count number of years, although I’m not sure the brand is still offering this mineral powder sunscreen to replenish! (Retail price $30)
10) Sephora Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover is another product that delivers great performance for a steal. This formula easily removes even waterproof eye makeup, and costs much less than similar products. (Retail price $11)
11) Clinique Pep Start Daily UV Protector is a formula that doesn’t look pasty white when applied. Clinique Mineral Sunscreen Fluid is ideal for sensitive skin. Both of these formulas wear beautifully under makeup and have an effective SPF 50! Back in 2016 I was already in love with Clinique suncare products and while my product of choice has changed what I have to say about the brand’s offerings remains the same. Clinique suncare balances effectiveness, quality, and price in a way that makes it a stand-out. I’ve tried dozens of high-end suncare products–many with a price 2x as high–but these are my favorite! (Retail price $23 for Pep Start or $31 for Mineral Sunscreen Fluid)
12) Aging skin makes foundation application tricky. Key to a beautiful finished product is moisture! I buy serum from The Ordinary to apply as a precursor to foundation application, and when I’m more in the mood for a tinted moisturizer I just mix it on the fly by combining two parts The Ordinary Buffet to two parts ELF Flawless Satin Foundation. The combination gives that “barely-there” look for more casual situations. (Retail price $30.90)
13) I now avoid physical scrubs like the Kate Somerville Exfolikate Body formula that I once loved. Currently I am using The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque which is a strictly chemical peel that is ideal for clearing clogged pores and hastening cell turnover. (Retail price $23 for 3.3 oz)
Well now! That was a fun walk down memory lane! I guess it is safe to say that I am extremely loyal to my favorites, since many of them from 2016 remain on my list! To read my original individual reviews on each product, click the hyperlinks above! Retailers include Ulta and Sephora.
Some of the products mentioned above have been received as press samples in the past, but all have been re-purchased by me with my own money. Affiliate links can be found in my content. Please click HERE to read my full disclosure.
The Bloomingdales Fall F&F Sale starts today! The discount is a generous 25% off of select merchandise. The sale starts on October 1 and ends on October 10, 2022!
Naturally, this is an ideal time to start holiday shopping. If it seems a bit too early in the season to do this, maybe start prepping for Thanksgiving instead! The marked down Nespresso VertuoPlus Deluxe by Breville for only $119.99 is a HUGE steal! This item truly makes you a barista in your own home. My youngest son can prepare a coffeehouse quality cappuccino using ours! It would be such a wonderful after-dinner treat for your guests on Thanksgiving day. If you’re not sure where to start, add one to your cart. It’s 50% off of the regular price!
Click HERE to shop Bloomingdale’s Friends and Family!
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Readers, you don’t want to miss this one! Smashbox Cosmetics is currently offering a 50% discount on the entire Smashbox Camera Ready brush collection. No promo code is needed, but this deal does end on 10/2/22 so be sure to add yours to your cart and check out asap. Click HERE to get 50% OFF Makeup Brushes, while supplies last at Smashbox.com!
Smashbox was kind enough to gift me the entire collection of brushes back in 2017. I’ve always had a bit of a makeup brush obsession, so this press sample was a thrill for me. On top of my love of brushes, my absolute favorite color in the world is red so the sleek and shiny brush handles are something I adore. Five years later, I still use my Smashbox makeup brushes every single time I apply makeup. Every time! They’ve held up beautifully despite the heavy use, a true sign of a professional grade makeup brush.
THREE MUST HAVE brushes from the Smashbox Camera Ready collection (that are still in stock):
Sheer Powder– This brush features long bristles to evenly dust a fine layer of powder on the skin to set makeup. Original retail price $40- now $20.
Precise Cheek Brush– This brush features dense bristles to perfectly apply blush. Original retail price $34- now $17.
Shadow Blending Brush– The final step in your eye shadow application, I use this brush to ensure my shadows are masterfully blended. Original retail price $24- now $12.
I’m insanely impressed by the Smashbox Camera Ready Brush Collection. They are definitely makeup-artist quality, made with very soft, high-quality synthetic fibers, and they are cruelty-free! Scroll for my photos of the entire collection.
Be sure to Click HERE to get 50% OFF Makeup Brushes, While Supplies Last at Smashbox.com! No code needed.
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