For a generation hellbent on instant gratification, online shopping is quickly becoming the norm when having to buy presents for one’s self or others.
Thanks to major e-tailers like Shopbop.com, Zappos.com, Yoox.com, Bluefly.com and Makeup.com, fashion and beauty junkies can shop for Marc by Marc Jacobs dresses, Gucci riding boots and Ole Henriksen scrubs in pajamas — no need to go through the pain of having the dress up in order to avoid shopping discrimination, a la Julia Roberts in ‘Pretty Woman’.
Fulfilling your favorite beauty junkie’s holiday wish list — even if it means it’s your own — is going to be easier than ever this 2008.
theBalm BALM Voyage Holiday Lip Kit ($26). Whether you’re spending the holidays with friends in Mexico or with family in your hometown, theBalm will keep you freshly glossed in golds and pinks, whether poolside with a pina colada or apres turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce.
Lola Cosmetics Geisha Glow Highlighting Powder ($35). This set of three presses powder colors is a hybrid of rice, green tea and cotton, working together to benefit the skin and complexion in their own way. If you tend to forget things, not to worry: Each of the three ingredients are labeled via etching.
Organic Complexion Revolution-Eyes ($32.50). The peptides in this organic, natural eye serum erases wrinkles, puffiness and fine lines. No need to go under the knife or skip eating lunch to make your mid-day Botox appointment.
Hamadi Shea Rice Milk Conditioner ($24). Are you plagued with a serious case of the tangles post-shower? Let the rice milk proteins, ylang ylang, sage and shea butter in this banish that problem for you.
SugarCosmetics Body Brush ($26). This oversized, natural goat hair brush with pink tips helps with loose and pressed powder, allowing for an even spread over the body. Hey, it works on the apples of your cheeks, too, this versatile little tool.
So make your list — and check it twice.
