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Your Very Own Magic Wand

I don't know why, but lately I have these dark circles under my eyes.  Which is really annoying because the rest of my skin looks pretty good (if I do say so myself), so I think they stand out even more than they normally would.  Luckily, I have my trusty Magic Wand from FACE Stockholm to help me out.  This shiny silver wand with a brush applicator is easily portable for midday touch ups, and I like the fact that the product is dispensed by pushing a button - I find that I waste less product that way.  (Well, sometimes I get a little click-happy, but I figure that's not the Magic Wand's fault).  As a concealer, this product works wonders.  It contains Purified Water and Lecithin, so it protects and moisturizes as it gets rid of blemishes, dark circles and anything else you'd like to hide from view.  The consistency is great too - it blends in easily, but never looks heavy or cake-like (my pet peeve in a concealer - what's the point of trying to hide something if the makeup is going to draw just as much attention to it?)  I've never tried the uber-popular Touche Éclat from Yves Saint Laurent, but from what I've heard, I feel like this is a very similar product.  At $30, it's not the cheapest concealer around, but how can you put a price on knowing that the cute boy in your office can't see the zit that's taking over your chin when you run into him at work?   See?  When you think of it that way, it's worth every penny.

Photo courtesy of FACE Stockholm

Fully Concealed

This little wonderpot of goodness makes me smile every single time I look at it because it's so amazing.  Coverblend Treatment Makeup covers all the fine lines around my eyes and conceals the redness from the base of my nose (hmmm, I sound like Santa, don't I?)  It's actually very moisturizing, which is surprising for a foundation, and blends effortlessly into the skin.  Can be used as an under-eye concealer, a blemish concealer or as a full coverage foundation.  Armed with an SPF of 20, you'll be happy you don't have to apply sunscreen (a step that takes up valuable extra sleeping time) and will be especially happy with the price tag.  You don't need to use a lot, so the little pot will last you a long time.  I have to say, what a lovely early Christmas present to myself.  Now, to purchase that Banana Republic bag I've been eyeing - Responsible Kris says "No, don't do it.  Save your money."  Irresponsible Kris says "You have no willpower anyway, go for it!  And eat a whole box of Sees Chocolates while you're at it."  Irresponsible Kris always wins.