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Mother’s Day Gift Guide Under $25

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Mother’s Day will be here before you know it and while many moms out there love flowers, why not try something a little different this year? If you’re looking to keep things simple this Mother’s Day but want to still give her something small that says a lot, we’ve got the perfect gift guide for you. Items that will help her relax, pamper herself or help preserve memories will make this Mother’s Day extra special.

1. Prada Candy Florale Rollerball (Sephora) | $25
Research your mom’s favorite perfume scent (or introduce her to something new) and give her a rollerball version of it. These are great for travel or a busy mom on the go.

2. Posy Court Small Heart Dish (Kate Spade) | $20
Losing an earring or the keys can happen daily in a mother’s life. This heart shaped dish is a great solution for commonly misplaced small objects. And it’s so darn cute!

3. Eucalyptus Spearmint Body Wash & Foam Bath (Bath & Body Works) | $13
Setting aside some “me time” can be hard to schedule in. This body wash will remind her to take at least five minutes for herself daily.

4. Kate Spade ‘Asteroid Stones’ Stud Earrings (Overstock) | $22.99
Jewelry tends to be a typical Mother’s Day gift, but when it’s something she can wear daily (like these earrings) she’ll remember you every time she puts them on.

5. Pacifica Soy Candle in Malibu Lemon Blossom (Beauty.com) | $16
Soy candles are a great alternative to traditional candles as they burn clean and longer. The Malibu Lemon Blossom scent captures the Pacific Ocean perfectly, allowing her to escape for a few moments during the day.

6. Formula X The Match CLIX (Sephora) | $16
These fun nail polishes take the guessing out of which shades will flatter the skin tone. The best part of giving her this gift is you can offer to spend time giving her a manicure.

7. Mom’s Five-second Memory Journal (Walmart) | $6
This gift is perfect for the mom with only five seconds to spare. Full of fun prompts for her to jot down thoughts on life, after time it’ll be a great keepsake for her to look back on.

 

 

 

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How to Shave Like a Boss Every Time

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You might do it every day but what if you’ve been going about it all wrong? Let’s face it guys, the art of shaving isn’t instinctual. It’s something best perfected with the right tips and the best products for your skin. This is your face, after all. It’s worth a little learning. Any man can master these eight tips on how to shave for perfect results every time.

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1. Get steamed up

Take as hot a shower as you can handle or drape a hot towel over your face to get a good steam (here’s a great how-to on creating a barbershop-style hot towel experience at home). This opens your pours and makes your stubble rise to the occasion of getting lopped off to reveal an actual human male beneath the fur.

2. Wash your face

Your normal bar soap will do for this step. The real point is clearing away dirt and grime that would normally get trapped in your pours during a shave. This prevents bumps and blemishes for smooth skin anyone would want to get up close and personal with.

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Sephora, $25

3. Use pre-shave oil

Shaving oil is crucial to avoiding nicks, cuts and the dreaded razor burn. It enables your blade to run smoothly across the skin with minimal pressure needed. Just a dime-sized dab will do every time you shave.

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4. Brush on shaving cream

Badger brushes are key. They also work to raise your whiskers and evenly apply the shaving cream. Use a wet brush to whip up your cream then apply it in a circular motion. A thin layer of shaving cream is key. This puts minimal distance between your blade and skin for a close shave.

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5. Shave with the grain

For the first pass, shave in the direction your hair grows to prevent ingrown hairs. After each swipe, rinse your razor. You want clean contact each time for an even shave.

6. Shave again

This time, it’s OK to go against the grain to make sure you got every last whisker. Just make sure you are extremely gentle.

7. Rinse with cold water

A quick cold water rinse is all you need to clean up and close those pours. Pat your face dry with a clean towel, still keeping in mind that your skin has been through the ringer so be gentle.

8. Balm or toner?

Like we said, shaving is an ordeal for your skin making after care all the more needed. If you tend to have oily skin, use your fingertips to pat on an after-shave toner. For dry skin, rub in an after-shave balm until completely absorbed into the skin.

Do you have any other tips for a great at-home shave? Let us know in the comments below.

 

 

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Valentine’s Gifts For Her Over $50

Valentine's Gifts For Her Over $50

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If this Valentine’s Day is extra special and you’re planning to splurge on gifts for your one-in-a-million lady, let us help you make an educated purchase. We’ve come up with a list of some of our favorite high-quality, luxury gifts that any woman would adore. Whether she’s a fitness nut, an expert in the kitchen, or just loves a good purse (who doesn’t?), we’ve got you covered with our selection of Valentine’s gifts for her over $50.

1. Kate Spade ‘Cedar Street – Large Monday’ Crossbody Bag (Nordstrom) | $198
Every woman needs a “LBC” (little black clutch) and this one fits the bill. With its simplistic yet classic design, it can be dressed up or down for any occasion.

2. Tory Burch T Logo Stud Earrings (Tory Burch) | $68
These large graphic earrings exude class and sophistication yet are big enough to make a bold statement.

3. Ray-Ban New Aviator Mirrored Sunglasses (Bloomingdales) | $170
With an updated take on the classic mirrored sunglasses, these pink tinted frames are sure to give her a rosy view on life!

4. KitchenAid® Artisan Design Series 5 Qt Stand Mixer  (Target) | $399
If she’s Queen of the Kitchen, she’ll love the extra pop of color and radiance this expert, all-purpose mixer adds to her counter tops.

5. Kate Spade New York  Glitter Leather Strap Watch (Saks Fifth Avenue) | $225
The whole world will see her shine (the way you see her every day) with this knockout piece. She will be sure to light up every room!

6. L’Agent by Agent Provocateur Idalia Lace Playsuit (Bloomingdales) | $180
This seductive playsuit is for bedroom eyes only.

7. BALENCIAGA Florabotanica Perfume (Sephora) | $70-$130
Florabotanica evokes ambivalent bewitching beauty. Velvety and thorny, flirting with hemp and vetiver roots. The wearer is beautiful but dangerous, like some rare botanical species.

8. Nike Free 5.0 2014 (Foot Locker) | $99.99
Practical yet fun, a new pair of workout kicks might be just what she’s hoping for. A pop of pink will put some pep in her step every time she hits the pavement.

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Valentine’s Day Gifts For Her Under $50

Valentine’s Day Gifts For Her Under $50

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There are no rules when it comes to Valentine’s Day gifts. As long as there is thought and consideration put into the gift (and you REALLY think she’ll love it), why not divert from the traditional “romantic” territory? Our list of gifts for her under $50 includes the standard cashmere, silk, jewelry, and fragrance to make her feel beautiful but also a couple of handy items for the practical gal in your life.

1. Van Gogh Print Silk Scarf (Rakuten) | $42.95
Silk is a Valentine’s Day gift staple and this piece is perfect for the high art lover. Its print recreates the famous “Café Terrace at Night” painting by Vincent Van Gogh.

2. Ninja Food and Drink Mixer (Drugstore.com) | $49.99
Help her make smoothies and purees like a boss with this high-powered mixer.

3. Bella Vita Leopard Flats (Boscov’s) | $49.99
Leopard flats are a fashion staple that go with virtually anything and will give her everyday look an instant boost.

4. Infinite Love Bracelet (Alex And Ani) | $48
Give her a fashionable piece of jewelry that literally shows your undying love and devotion. Bonus: Alex And Ani is a super-hot brand she’ll be sure to recognize.

5. Punk Love Stud Earrings (Max And Chloe) | $48
Traditional Valentine’s Day heart-shaped jewelry can be, for lack of a better word, lame. These edgy heart and arrow stud earrings are simple and youthful.

6. Cashmere Gloves (Athleta) | $41.99
Like we said, you can’t go wrong with cashmere, especially in this blustery weather.

7. Laura Mercier Honey Bath Gel (Sephora) | $45
If her idea of winding down after a long day includes a luxurious bath, lay out her robe, light the candles, and leave this delicious-smelling bath gel by the tub. She’ll thank you when she climbs down from Cloud 9.

8. Cutie Pleated Dress (Yoox.com) | $45
OK so we know buying clothes for anyone is a little scary. But take a look at your girl’s closet and we bet you can find a dress for date night she would love, like this lovely piece in cobalt.

9. ‘My Love’ Comic Book Cover Wall Art (Art.com) | $41.99
Help her liven her living space with some quirky yet romantic wall art.

10. instaCHARGE Portable Charger (HSN) | $49.95
If she’s a technofile who finds herself in constant need or a charge-up, this is literally perfect. The instaCHARGE will allow her to charge her phone or tablet on the go so she can continue taking over the world, just like she took over your heart. Aww.

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Holiday Shipping Deadlines

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Making holiday wishes come true for your loved ones is stressful enough. At Ebates, we want to help you rest assured that all of your gifts arrive on time for the big day of unwrapping. Take a moment to note these important shipping deadlines to find out the last day you can place your orders at these top online stores and guarantee their arrival by December 25. Don’t miss out on last-minute gift deals as you dash to the holiday finish line.

Holiday Shipping Deadlines

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Holiday Gift Guide for Beauty Mavens

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Whether it’s your best friend, sister, or mom, there is someone in your life who loves everything beauty. Nail polish, lipstick, blush, or skin care, beauty lovers can be fans of natural, chic, or bold makeup. Gift sets are one of the best ways to surprise your friend with a beauty holiday treat. You can get them a product they are lusting over or a product they never would buy for themselves!

We’ve brought together nine amazing beauty sets and products for every beauty maven out there. Don’t worry about gifting a product they might already have either! Most makeup and beauty junkies can’t get enough of products and makeup tools.

1. Sephora 24K Gold Mine Brush Set (Sephora) | $85
2. Clarisonic Mia 2 Sonic Cleansing System (Drugstore.com) | $149
3. Cyndibands Gift Cube with 10 Elastic Hair Ties (Beauty.com) | $18
4. Urban Decay Full Frontal Lipstick Stash (Nordstrom) | $39
5. Origins Drink Up 10 Minute Mask to Quench Skin’s Thirst (Sephora) | $25
6. Too Faced La Belle Carousel (Sephora) | $49
7. Tarte Chic to Cheek Deluxe Amazonian Clay Blush Set (Macy’s) | $35
8. NARS Modern Future Roman Holiday Lip, Cheek & Nail Set (Nordstrom) | $49
9. butter LONDON Steampunk Ball Fashion Size Lacquer Set (Macy’s) | $29

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Holiday Gift Guide for the Homebody

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Are you shopping for the type of lady who prefers to work from home so she can lounge around in sweats? She’s the girl who likes to curl up on the couch with a glass of wine and a movie rather than get all dolled up for a night on the town.
Just because she isn’t leaving the house, it doesn’t mean she doesn’t appreciate a little glam. We’ve brought together 7 items that will make her feel just as special as she is cozy. Whoever she is in your life, may she be a stay at home mom, an everyday homebody, or even just a girl who appreciates a night in every now and then, here’s a few things for your home girl!

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Fall’s Hottest Nail Trends

Fall's Hottest Nail Trends

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As the leaves begin to fall and crunch underneath our feet, it’s now time to break out into spectacular new autumn nail polish colors. Navy blues, deep reds, and classic nudes are all go to colors for the season, but this year there are more options than ever. Check out these eye-catching colors that are perfect for the fall.

All of these colors (and so many more) are available at Sephora, with tons of coupon offers for purchases over $25 and 4% Cash Back at Ebates. Additionally, if you spend over $50 dollars, you qualify for free 3-day shipping. And don’t forget that every purchase comes with 3 free samples as well! Now personally, we’re a big fan of butter LONDON’s Brick Lane which reminds us of the leaves changing colors. Let us know in the comments below, what’s your favorite hue?

 

Top Row (L to R): Nails Inc in Basil Street ($9.50) | Dolce & Gabbana in Chocolate ($25) | Julep in Daria ($14) | Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics in Pagan ($10)

Bottom Row (L to R): Formula X in State of the Art ($10.50) | NARS in Chinatown ($20) | butter LONDON in Brick Lane ($15) | Deborah Lippmann in Rolling In The Deep ($18)

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Five Spring Trends

Five Spring Trends

Spring has technically arrived! Even though some of the country is still enduring the harsh reality of Winter, we have our eyes on sunshine and flowers. While Fall may be our favorite season to shop ( we can never have too many boots), Spring is *very* fun. We have spent some time perusing the blogosphere and picked five trends that we are excited to participate in. What are your favorite Spring fashion trends?

1. Stripes –

It seems like stripes reemerge as trendy every few years. We can’t deny – we jump on the stripes train every time since they never *really* go out of style. Stripes all suite a variety of fabrics AND body types. We tend to prefer bolder rugby-type stripes, the options abound. They add a stylish simplicity to a wardrobe. Pop on a great pair of jeans, cute flats, a striped tee (black and white), and some lipstick – voila! Selections below via Old Navy.

Old Navy Stripes

2. Pastels –

We know this may seem like a cop out, but we couldn’t not include it. Pastels are popping up everywhere – from tees to sweaters and dresses to eye shadow. Pastels are a very pretty fashion statement that is perfect for the warmer Spring months. While we love all the fun pastel clothing options, sometimes our messiness makes light hues a bit trickier. Perfect solution: nail polish! In a perfect world we would snag 5 beautiful pastel polishes and paint each finger a different color. Crazy? Maybe. But nails seem like the perfect place with a bit more exciting fashion statements. Selections below via Sephora.

Pastel Nail Polish

3. Floral –

Another obvious choice. but florals are having a moment. We have been seeing floral shirts, tees, jeans, skirts, dresses, and more. Nothing screams Spring more than a beautiful floral item. The pieces we have selected are very much seasonal – and priced accordingly. You won’t find us suggesting floral investment pieces from Forever 21, however, while the sun is shining we would encourage you to have fun with your wardrobe however you see fit. Want some more versatile florals? Try and stick to a black and white color scheme – those will be suitable all year ’round. Selections below via Forever 21.

Floral Finds for Spring

4. Distressed Denim –

we waver a lot on this trend, but we can’t give you a credible list without including it. Distressed denim seems to be making a bit of a comeback and we are having mixed feelings about it. On one hand it can look super rockstar cool. On the other hand, when styled improperly, it can look messy and poorly put together. Luckily the reemergence of this trend is giving us a lot of different options – from different washes to variety in distressing. With a great selection we think everyone could find the right level of distress for their taste. Selections via Nordstrom.

Distressed Denim

5. Bold Pouts –

We know we blog about it all the time, but a pretty pout just screams Spring. We are seeing fashion and beauty bloggers putting away those bold plums and reds for violets and pinks. We love bold lips for a few reasons. First of all – if you have anything on your face that isn’t your favorite (for us it is dark circles under our eyes) they are an immediate distraction. Second – pops of color create visual interest, creating the illusion that a possibly bland outfit is much more exciting. Selections below via Sephora.

Spring Lip Picks

 

What are your favorite Spring trends?

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Seeing Red

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With Valentine’s Day coming up SO SOON, we can’t help but be inspired by the holiday’s favorite color: red! It has a quintessential glamorous quality to it  regardless of how it’s used. As the main piece of your outfit, or a fun pop against neutrals, a little or a lot of red can go a long way to add personality to your outfit.

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A red lip is classic, dramatic, and goes a long way. Sephora offers a variety of hues – from orangey reds to bluey reds, there is something for every look and skintone. Plus, you will earn 2.5% Cash Back on your purchase and enjoy free shipping on $50+ orders!

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Red nails, like lips, are never going out of style. They are as fun and functional as a cool ring. Sephora, the beauty mecca, will give you 2.5% Cash Back on your polish purchases.

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Red shoes will be a wardrobe staple perfect for Valentine’s Day or any other day. A great pop of color at your feet will look lovely with jeans, black pants, shorts, dresses & skirts. We could continue the list, but the point is clear – red shoes rock. These are all available at Nordstrom with 3.0% Cash Back.

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What says glamour and romance more then a red dress? These cool, functional pieces are *almost* as functional as a little black dress, but with a little more personality. These are available at Bloomingdales with 3.0% Cash Back!