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Mother's Day is May 13, 2012. Here are some great beauty gift ideas. Sun Safety Kit from Sephora, $30 The New Black Typography Nail Polish Set Candy Store Silicone Cosmetic Case, $19.99 Chocomania Body Scrub, $18 Pink Frosted Animal Cracker Shower Gel & Bubble Bath, $16 at Nordstrom La Boehme Baked Eye Shadow Kit by Make Up For Ever, $39 (Sephora)

If you haven't jumped on the bronzer bandwagon yet, here is an easy, inexpensive way. Most of us think bronzer is for adding all over color to combat paleface. That is not completely true makeup artists have been using it to narrow noses and create cheek bones for eons (okay maybe not eons!).  Actress Jenny Mc Carthy always has notable bronzed cheekbones.  If you are not sure if bronzing is for you - don't buy a spendy one. This NYC Sun 2 Sun has worked great for me. I found it at ULTA for about $4.   For definition, you should use a matte bronzer. For all over color use one with a shimmer. For great bronzing tips from Rain Cosmetic's National Artist go to my Examiner.com Bronzer 101 story .

Summer is almost here. Time to get your feet in sandal shape. Exfoliation and moisturizer is the best way to get rid of dry skin and cracked heels. I was approached by Yu-Be, a tried and true Japanese line to try it out and offer a Travel Pak to my readers. Yu-Be is a glycerin based moisturizer with Vitamin E, B2 and camphor. It does not contain any artificial colors or fragrances and has been a favorite in Japan since 1957.  I tried the Skin Cream , Moisturizing Body Lotion, Foaming Skin Polish and the Heel and Elbow Moisturizing socks . Both the lotion and cream absorb quickly and are not greasy. However, the Camphor makes it smell like Carmex. Yu-Be reminds me of a lighter version of the old cure all, Bag Balm. That heavy petrolatum based ointment cured anything from diaper rash to eczema. But it took forever to absorb and was not pleasant.  Yu-Be is for dry skin, cracked heals and itchy skin and for people who just want a good moisturizer. There were many happy re...

 These new hair accessories by Amika are a must have! They come in different shades from blonde to brunette. The Petite Bow is great for girls big and small. You can find six different styles at ULTA stores, $12.95-$44.95.  Get yours quick, at these prices they are going to go fast! Amika Petit Bow, $12.95 Amika Braided Headband, $14.95 Amika Le Twist, $19.95 Amika Mega Bow, $18.95

I don't normally post "haul" postings, but I thought this one was a great deal. I got two Revlon scented nail polishes ($4.79 each ) and two Tan Towels ($2.50 each), for $7.20. I used an ULTA $3.50 off coupon and a Revlon $1 off coupon I found in the store. I am in love with these scented polishes. I got "Not so Blueberry" and "Raspberry Rapture". Revlon products were buy 1 get 1 free. The Tan Towels were buy 1 get one half off. Cheers!

From left: Dreams Unlimited Sun Fresh, White Musk Sun Glow and Love Etc..Sun Kiss The new fragrances are summer versions of The Body Shop's popular fragrance collections. Dreams Unlimited Sun Fresh is a sparkling floral with hints of mandarin, ocean and watermelon . White Musk Sun Glow is a fresh take on the original White Musk fragrances with notes of lemon, peony and musk . Love Etc...Sun Kiss is a fruity floral with sandalwood, amber and jasmine . Each fragrance is available in a limited edition Eau De Toilette and a limited edition Body Puree. The Body Puree is light combination between a lotion and gel, great for cooling off after a day by the pool.The 1.7 oz sprays are $25 and the 8.4 oz  Body purees are $16.50. Available April 30, 2012. The Body Shop strives to make products that are save for people and the environment. They say "no" to animal testing and participate in community fair trade all over the world. To view their values and current campaigns, v...

Sephora.com has a new website in beta testing. It offers more detailed product searches, enhanced beauty insider account information and on-line inventory information for pick up at a Sephora location near you. Watch videos and read articles on the newest trends and advice in beauty. Launching soon to the public. Many Beauty Insiders have early access, check here for your status.