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Suki Kramer - The true mother of invention
Someone said "Necessity is the mother of invention". The internet says it was Plato. The makeup gods say it was Suki Kramer. Tired of products that always irritated her sensitive skin and allergies, Suki quite literally took matters in to her own hands and came up with the suki line of fresh finish mineral cream makeup products and pure skin care products.
Made from organic, vegetarian, cruelty-free natural ingredients, these products are good for your skin and for your environment. Suki's products are also unique in that they are multitaskers: The triple cream eye definer can be used as a shadow, liner or brow definer; the pure cream stain is used for lip or cheek. Even better, the shades of each can be mixed and matched and blended to come up with your own signature colour.
Ah, all that organic good-for-you stuff is fine and good, but how well do they work? Asks you. Most awesomely, says I
. The pure cream stain as a lip colour goes on with a smooth, rich glide (use a lipstick brush to apply). The colour varies in intensity the more you put on: use a little bit for a hint of colour, a lot for full-on look-out lady lips. The product is very matte and as a result long-lasting; our team had it on for hours with no need to reapply. If you like a look with more shine, you'll need to add a lip gloss on top. Either way, lips feel smooth, soft, and look sweet!
The Triple Cream Eye definer works similarly in that if you want intense colour, just put more product on! Since it's a cream, it feels different if you're used to a powder - it goes on exceptionally smoothly and spreads beautifully, but it isn't dry instantly. So the eyelids may feel a little clammy temporarily - blending very well helps this. But it's worth it - this cream has kick ass staying power.
The sukicolor line also includes tinted active moisturizer - the equivalent to foundation, liquid formula concealer, and rich pigment mascara.
Posted by Shannon on October 24, 2007
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Knock knock, KnickKnock!
If you're like me, you're not much of a library goer. I like to have my own books. This way, if I love them, I can pick them up anytime and curl up with them on rainy afternoons. Or, if I hate them, I can throw them across the room, or perhaps even burn them, without worrying about having to account for the damage. As the book buyer, I've become known among my friends as the person to Borrow Books From. Usually I get them back.. but once in a while, they're gone for good.
Enter KnickKnock and their Personal Library Kit. All of the tools a real library uses - pockets, cards, stamps, even "Reference Only" stickers! The only downside is, there are only 30 envelopes per kit - and I have considerably more books than that. Still, if you can get the most frequently borrowed books encoded and ensure they're returned, it'll be worth your while!
KnickKnock has other brilliant items too. For a busy lass like yourself who doesn't always have time to whip up a five course dinner with wine and espresso, the Takeout Menu Organizer ensures that not only will you always be able to find the menu and phone number for that kickass Thai place down the road - you'll also be able to organize all your menus into types of cuisine, take notes of when you ordered from where and how good the service was, and get tips on tipping. What could be better?
A Great Idea notepad, that's what! It's happened to us all... in the middle of a busy day, you think of a Great Idea, but you're too busy/stressed/pen and paperless to write it down. No more! The Great Idea pad not only gives you a place to record your creations, it also gives you a spot to rate your idea's greatness, record the next steps and note whether you acted on it. Now that's a great idea.
Posted by Shannon on October 6, 2007
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Bumble and Bumble Alojoba - six million hair products in one two!
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Well, Bumble and Bumble's Alojoba Shampoo and Conditioner 
First off: This isn't your ordinary shampoo. With lots of natural organic ingredients, you know a little bit more about where your haircare is coming from. Secondly, it lathers less. This is important, because most people are used to lots of suds, but those suds are one of the things that actually cause your hair to dry out. With this shampoo, less lathering chemicals are used (although they're still there), so instead of a poofy foam, you get a very understated creamy lather that rinses off easily. There is a temptation to use more shampoo than you normally would because of this, but once you're used to it you'll use the same amount as usual.
Both the shampoo and conditioner have a very fresh, not overpowering scent, and a nice creamy texture.
I used these products then let my hair air dry. And the result? My hair is definitely softer and less frizzy even after just one use. This is good stuff. I do object to the marketing of the product as "organic", since there are still plenty of non-organic ingredients in the list, but if this isn't your only concern then this product might make your hair finally do what you want it to do. Wouldn't that be nice?
Posted by Shannon on September 24, 2007
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No matter how young they are...
...a girl still must shop! If you have any two year old budding fashionistas in your life, this nightlight will start them on the road to a lifelong love of shoes. Small enough to be unobtrusive, but big enough to keep the monsters away, these adorable kids' accessories from Tree by Kerri Lee will put a smile on both kid's face - and mom's. This would be a fantastically unique shower gift from a hip auntie - or a lovely treat for your own little shopper. Night light, shine away!
Posted by Shannon on September 21, 2007
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Bitter With Baggage Seeks Same
Tired of boring, polite notecards? Take a peep at these brilliant cards reflecting The Life And Times Of Some Chickens. Taken from the book of the same name, the note cards show the fluffy chickens in four dioramas, commenting on modern feathered life ("Maude was peeved. Her 3:30 yoga class was full again. Didn't anybody work in this town?") These utterly unique, sweet yet sassy cards will put a smile on anyone's face if they get one from you in the snail mail.
Posted by Shannon on September 18, 2007
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