Promotions and Freebies

First and foremost, this beauty blogger is a bargain hunter! When I hear news of friends and family sales, online promotions, discount codes or gifts with purchase... I share the news! If you're a like-minded consumer, you can find all of that information here. Have fun shopping!

IT Cosmetics It’s Your Top 5 Superstars QVC TSV

These incredible QVC TSV offers are the #1 smartest way to shop IT Cosmetics. As it is, these value sets of product always have a low pricetag. When they are featured as a TSV though? Well then that LOW pricetag gets slashed to a too-low-to-pass-up level. The IT Cosmetics It’s Your Top 5 Superstars Collection contains customer favorites, so IT Cosmetics addicts will be happy to replenish their stash for a steal. A new Heavenly Skin Foundation Brush is also included, featuring a gorgeous floret design. The little details count in my book!

Today’s TSV includes the following:

Celebration Foundation Illumination– If you want to see how amazing Celebration Foundation is, you should click here. I NEVER post before and after photos, but this product works so jaw-droppingly well I had to show everyone.
Bye Bye Under Eye– This concealer has ingredients that actually work as an anti-aging treatment while you wear it! This amazing concealer delivers full-coverage that looks smooth and even.
Brow Power– I adore this little triangle-shaped pencil! The unique shape makes it easy to use for a thin like or broad filling, and the opposite side has an eyebrow brush for convenience.
Je Ne Sais Quoi– This moisturizing lip balm is intended to give the lips some TLC, but it simultaneously flushes to a universally flattering pink shade!
Superhero Mascara– This fan favorite delivers volume, lift, length… and a sexy deep black color.
Heavenly Skin Full-Coverage Foundation Brush– I LOVE LOVE LOVE all IT Cosmetics Heavenly Skin brushes. They are, hands down, the best makeup brushes I have ever used! Well this new full-coverage blush has a special added detail. It looks like a blooming rose! I can’t imagine a prettier finishing touch for such an amazing brush. This brush works beautifully for buffing Celebration Foundation onto the skin.

As usual, the price of this TSV remains a mystery! I’ll be sure to update this post as soon as I am able, but in the meanwhile you can click HERE to shop for this TSV on QVC.com and see what the steal will be! If you’d like to see more from the brand you can shop IT Cosmetics online at QVC, Ulta, Sephora, and ITCosmetics.com.

The product in this review was a press sample. Please click HERE to read my full disclosure. Keep scrolling for photos of the gift-worthy box this collection comes in, and a close up of the new makeup brush!

IT Cosmetics Heavenly Skin Full Coverage Foundation Brush

IT Cosmetics F&F Sale Starts TODAY!

Just the other day, a friend of mine asked me if I had any experience with IT Cosmetics. I had actually been wearing IT Cosmetics the day she and I met for coffee, so I went on an exited rampage telling her about some of the products I use and how amazing they are. Then a day later I get an email announcing that the IT Friends & Family Sale is starting TODAY 11/1/16, and running through 11/6/16! The discount is 25% off using the code ITFRIENDS, and any order of $30 or more qualifies. Perfect timing for my friend (and you) to get to know this brand if you haven’t tried it already!

Click HERE to shop ITCosmetics! If you need some product recommendations, click one of the links below!

Anti-Aging Armour is my new best friend! This SPF50 sunblock is the exact color of my skin, rather than a pasty white. I can wear it stand alone!

Bye Bye Pores Pressed Powder

Naturally Pretty Palette Vol. 1

Naturally Pretty Palette Vol 2, The Romantics

IT Cosmetics CC+ Veil Cushion Compact Foundation

Heavenly Luxe 6-Piece Brush Set (or ANY IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe makeup brush… WOWZA they are amazing)!

Celebration Foundation (be sure to check out my before and after photos)

Shopbop Main Event Sale Is Finally Here!

My shopping-addicted readers have most certainly been waiting for this news! The Shopbop Main Event Sale is finally here!

Similar to other BIG Shopbop sales in the past, this is a “buy more get more” structured deal. For orders up to $500 you’ll earn 25% off of your entire order. For orders over $500 you’ll get 30% off of your entire order. So yes, it’s definitely worth thinking through your gift list for the holiday season to get that extra 5% off!

Enter promo code MAINEVENT16 during checkout to score this steal! This Shopbop Sale ends at Midnight Friday October 14th Pacific Time. I always advise my readers to NOT HESITATE if you see an items you love! Some of the merchandise offered by Shopbop and East Dane is low in inventory, so your dream purchase may vanish if you don’t act fast! Don’t forget that this offer is good for both Shopbop AND East Dane, so shop for that special guy in your life too!

Click HERE to shop at Shopbop.com! Click HERE to shop East Dane!

Brand exclusions will most certainly apply, so be sure to CLICK HERE to read the fine print on what brands can’t be discounted!

Saks Fifth Avenue F&F Sale Starts TODAY!

Can it really be that the holiday shopping season has started? There’s no surer way to know than the fact that department stores like Saks Fifth Avenue have started their Friends & Family sales!

The October 2016 Saks F&F offer is 25% off clothing, shoes and accessories (some exclusions apply). Jewelry is 20% off, and–THIS IS RARE–Beauty and Fragrance is 10% off! This sale is available online only for 10/4-10/5/16, and then continues through 10/9/16 both online and in-store. SaksFirst members will also earn triple points on eligible purchases. Click the link below to head straight over to the shopping fun!

FRIENDS & FAMILY is back! 25% OFF*clothing, shoes & accessories. Plus, 10% OFF Beauty & Fragrance with code BEAUTYFF. Valid 10/4 – 10/6 online only. Shop Now!

I’ll be sure to update this post with more info when it is available, as well as a list of exclusions!

Bloomingdales F&F Sale Starts Online TODAY!

Bloomingdales Friends & Family Sale 2016

It’s hard to believe, but the friends and family sale events that lead up to the holiday season have started TODAY! Each year, Bloomingdales kicks off the holiday shopping season early with the Bloomingdales Friends & Family Sale! The sale starts online today, 9/30/16, and then hits stores on 10/3/16.

The discount is 25% discount off of a selection of merchandise using the promo code FRIENDS during checkout. Yes, there are brand exclusions (see below) but you can still earn a $25 loyalist reward card for every $100 you spend on excluded brands. Get in there and start shopping, because the very best deals will sell out fast, and the sale ends on 10/10/16!

Click HERE to shop Bloomies and enter promo code FRIENDS during checkout.

Brand exclusions

Offer excludes: WOMEN: Adidas, Adidas by Stella McCartney, Agent Provocateur, Alexis, American Giant, Armani Black Label, Armani Collezioni, Barbour, Belstaff, Burberry Brit, Burberry London, Canada Goose, Chanel, Derek Lam 10 Crosby, Duvetica, Gen Art, Hamilton, Hanky Panky, Herno, Herve Leger, Jigsaw, kate spade new York sleepwear, La Perla, Marina Rinaldi, Max Mara, Max Mara Studio, Maximilian Fur Services, Michael Kors, Moncler, Moose Knuckles, Natori Lingerie, Nike, Oscar De La Renta (Leased), Peuterey, Postcard, Puma, FENTY PUMA x Rihanna, Ralph Lauren Black Label, Ralph Lauren Collection, Sonia by Sonia Rykiel (Leased), Sonia Rykiel (Leased), The North Face®, Tory Burch Clothing, Tory Burch Swim, UGG® Australia, Under Armour, Wacoal, Weekend Max Mara,

Women’s Designer Owned (Akris Punto, Anthony Vaccarello, Antonio Berardi, Barbara Bui, Boutique Moschino, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, Christian Siriano, Donna Karan, Escada, Etro, J. Mendel, Jeremy Scott, Kimora Lee Simmons, Lela Rose, Monse, Narciso Rodriguez, Oscar De La Renta, Paule Ka, Peggy Jennings, RED Valentino, SHI Cashmere, Sonia By Sonia Rykiel, Sonia Rykiel, Superfine, Tamara Mellon, Vera Wang, Victoria Victoria Beckham)

Women’s Designer Swim (Figue, La Perla, Lisa Marie Fernandez), Woolrich, Hanro. WOMENS SHOES: Adidas, adidas by Raf Simons, Alexander Wang, Aquatalia Shoes, Belstaff, Birkenstock, Burberry, Chanel, Charlotte Olympia, Chloé, Converse, Dior, Fendi, Frye, Giuseppe Zanotti, Gucci, Hunter, Jimmy Choo, kate spade new york, Louis Vuitton, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs, Marni, Miu Miu, Moschino, Munro, Nike, Opening Ceremony, Prada, Proenza Schouler, PUMA, rag & bone, Rebecca Minkoff, Robert Clergerie, Salvatore Ferragamo, Sarah Flint, Sergio Rossi, SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker, Stella McCartney, Stuart Weitzman, TOMS, Tory Burch, UGG®, UGG® Collection.

HANDBAGS: ALLSAINTS, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Chanel, Charlotte Olympia, Chloé, Coach, Coach 1941, Dior, Elizabeth and James, Fendi Leased, Fendi Owned, Giuseppe Zanotti, Gucci, Herschel Supply Co., Issey Miyake, Jason Wu, Jimmy Choo, kate spade new york, Kors Studio, Longchamp, Louis Vuitton, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs, Marni, MCM, Miu Miu, Moschino, MZ Wallace, Nancy Gonzalez, Prada, Rebecca Minkoff, Salvatore Ferragamo Leased, Salvatore Ferragamo Owned, Shinola, Stella McCartney, Tory Burch, VBH, What Goes Around Comes Around.

FINE JEWELRY: Cento, David Yurman, John Hardy, Lagos, Luxury Watches, Pomellato.

ACCESSORIES: Baublebar, kate spade new york, Kendra Scott, Pandora, Alex and Ani.

SEASONAL ACCESSORIES: Burberry, Eric Javits, Moncler, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tory Burch.

FASHION WATCHES: kate spade new york, Kate Spade Tech Watches, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors Tech Watches, MICHELE, Shinola.

WOMENS SUNGLASSES: Celine, CHANEL, Chloé, Quay, Ray-Ban, Dior, Givenchy, kate spade new york, Tom Ford.

MEN: Adidas, Adidas x Wings & Horns, Allen Edmonds, American Giant, APC, Armani Collezioni, ATM, Barbour, BELSTAFF, Birkenstock, Burberry Cold Weather, Burberry Sportswear, Dress Shirts, Neckwear, Formalwear and Accessories, Canada Goose, Celine Sun, Coach, Comme Des Garcon Play Shoes, Comme Des Garcon Play, Junya Watanabe, Converse, Duvetica, Eidos, Eleventy, Eton of Sweden, Frye, Gucci Leased Shoes, Gucci Owned Shoes, Hamilton, Helmut Lang, Herno, Herschel Supply Co., Jigsaw, Knot Standard, Longchamp, Louis Vuitton, Made to Measure, Marc Jacobs, MCM, Mens Tech/Electronics (Beats by Dr Dre, Bodimetrics, Coin, Fitbit, Homedics, Hoodie Buddie, Jam, Jetson, Martian, Men’s Store at Bloomingdale’s Tech, Misfit, Mophie, Moto 360, Motorola, Native Union, O-Range, Protocol, Tumi, Master & Dynamic, Impossible Project, Wonderwoof, Tile), Mens Tech/Electronics (Beats by Dr Dre, Bodimetrics, Fitbit, Homedics, Hoodie Buddie, Jam, Jetson, Martian, Men’s Store at Bloomingdale’s Tech, Misfit, Mophie, Moto 360, Motorola, Native Union, O-Range, Protocol, Tumi, Master & Dynamic, Impossible Project, Wonderwoof, Tile), Moncler, Montblanc, Mooseknuckles, Nike, Oakley Sun, Orlebar Brown, Polo Ralph Lauren Sportswear, Tailored and Accessories, Prada, Psycho Bunny Clothing, Public School, rag & bone Collection, Ray-Ban, RM Williams, Salvatore Ferragamo Accessories, Salvatore Ferragamo Shoes, Salvatore Ferragamo Ties, Shinola, Smythson, STATE Bags, Suitsupply, T by Alexander Wang, The North Face®, Thomas Pink, Todd Snyder, Toms, Tumi, twenty tees, 13 x twenty, UGG® Robes & Loungewear, UGG® Shoes, Under Armour Clothing, Uniform, Vilebrequin, Vineyard Vines, WILL Leather Goods, Y-3 Shoes, Y-3 Sportswear, Z Zegna Shoes, Z Zegna Tailored, Dress Shirts, Neckwear, and Formalwear, David Donahue, Dior Homme Sun, Givenchy Sun, Hanro, Tom Ford Sun.

KIDS: 4MOMS, Baby Bjorn, Bugaboo, Burberry, Canada Goose, Converse, Cybex, DCI, Dexton, Ergobaby, Hunter, Ivanka Trump, Jacadi, Jelly Cat, kate spade new york, Maclaren, Maxi-cosi, Michael Michael Kors, Moncler, Mooseknuckles, Nike, Psycho Bunny, Sophie Giraffe, Stokke, Storsak, Stuart Weitzman, The North Face®, TOMS, UGG®, Under Armour, UPPAbaby, US Angels.

HOME: Breville, Briggs & Riley, Carl Hansen & Son, Christofle Sterling Silver, Cutlery, Irobot, Le Creuset, MacKenzie Childs, Miele, Papyrus, Rimowa, Tempur-Pedic, Tumi, UGG, Vitamix.

Offer excludes all Louis Vuitton, Gift Cards, Cosmetics and Fragrances, Drybar, Space NK.