Powder of the Future

Okay this new Smashbox High Definition Dual Finish Micro-Powder gives the word convenience a whole new meaning! Not only does this transluscent, oil-absorbing powder come with a flow-through brush attached, it allows you to select your desired finish (matte, luminous or mix)!

"For a matte finish: Twist the barrel to "matte" to release the perfect amount of mattifying powder into the built-in brush. Target the powder in more oil-prone areas for added oil control. For a luminous finish: Twist the barrel to "luminous" to release the powder. Target the cheekbones, the bridge of nose, and the chin to give skin added radiance. For the best of both: Twist the barrel to "mix" and apply where desired."

Not only is the concept genius, but it's also a premium quality powder. It has SPF 15 and delivers great results for all skin tones and skin types. Available for $38 at Sephora.com.

Every Beauty Maven Needs a Glam Box of Q-Tips

We are officially obsessed with the new Q-tips Vanity Boxes. They come in a variety of colors and pull out like a cute, little drawer to reveal the blessed q-tips inside.

A little refresher course on the many uses of a q-tip? Sure!  Besides the obvious ear cleaning function, q-tips are great for removing excess eyeshadow from underneath the eye, wiping away smudged mascara, thinning out eye liner, smooth away excess lip liner....the list goes on and on!

The box is cute, the q-tips rock...what can we say, this is a must have! Available for $3.99 at Drugstore.com.

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Lit Up

Have you ever gone to a restaurant or bar and marvelled at how EVERYONE there looks attractive?  Guess what, its the candlelight...who doesn't love a little candlelight?!  Now you don't have to go La Boheme to get the ethereal glow....you can wear it daily!

This new soft, shimmering powder from Too Faced, is amazing! It's invisible on the skin yet gives the most beautiful glow. Add a powerful dose of anti-oxidants to a golden-peach toned skin illimuniting powder and you get perfection in a pot.

Nicciknows says to apply to the tops of cheekbones and the tip of the nose as well as you decolletage with a low -cut or strapless top. Available for $25 at Beauty.com.

Rock and Roll Liner

This new eyeliner pen from Lorac is amazing! The tip is the perfect thickness and the perfect flexbility to create a perfect line every time. Another thing we love about this felt-tip liquid liner from famed makeup artist Carol Shaw (the name Lorac is Carol backwards), is that it comes in brown!

Long-wearing and water resistant, it gives you the ability to create a thin, almost imperceptable line or a dramatic bold line.

Aptly named, this new product that will be every woman's best friend, is called Front of the Line Pro. Available for just $22 at Sephora.com. Nicciknows recommends picking up a black for evening and a brown for daytime use! 

My Nicciknows Hiatus

Hello Dear Readers and Beauty Compadres,

I have missed you all and my blog! I've started a new job and the first few months have been all-consuming with learning and training and all that goes along with it....but after too long a time, I am BACK!

You can expect to see weekly blog posts and lots of beauty updates! You'll also see some of my personal updates from the world of facial aesthetics.

Yours truly,
Nicciknows xoxo