2013 Christmas Gift Giving Guide

Hey everyone!

It's that time of the year again! Get ready for Lady Sugarsheen's Annual Christmas Gift Giving Guide! For those of you who are new to my blog, my gift giving guide will give to ideas, at all price ranges, for the perfect Christmas present!

Stocking Stuffers 

Nivea Lip Butter in Raspberry Rose Kiss

A rich, velvet soft lip butter infused with almond oil and shea butter. Add a beautiful light pink glow to your lips this season while keeping them moisturized and protected.

Price: $3.99

Where to Purchase: Wide verity of retail stores

Rooted Beauty Lip Butters

Give your lips an extra special treat this holiday season with these gluten-free lip butters. Each one is packed in its own biodegradable tube, so use them without feeling an impact on the environment!

Price: $4.99 each

Where to purchase: Rooted-beauty.com
 

Soap & Glory Hand Food Hand Cream

A non-greasy hand cream that is infused with shea butter, marshmallow, and macadamia oil to leave hands feeling super soft no matter what season!

Price: $5.00 

Where to Purchase: Sephora stores or Sephora.com

The Body Shop Peppermint Cooling Foot Spray

Refresh and perk up tired, achy feet with this cooling peppermint foot spray. Perfect to gift to those who are on their feet all day long!

Price: $10.00

Where to Purchase: Thebodyshop.com

Gifts

Bath & Body Works Mason Jar Holiday Candles

Give the gift of good fragrance this year with Bath & Body Works' Mason Jar Candles. These candles are my favorite from Bath & Body Works, because they burn very well, and smell even better! All you need to do if tie a bow around them, and they'll be perfect!

Price: $12.50

Where to Purchase: Bath & Body Works stores, and Bathandbodyworks.com 

GG Gatsby Flirt in a Bottle Fragrance Mist

Get ready to have your hair smell fabulous this holiday season with this hair fragrance from GG Gatsby. With it's notes of black cherry and exotic jasmine, you're sure to be the hit of the party!

Price: $12.99

Where to Purchase: Gggatsby.com

GG Gatsby Glam it Up Shimmer Spray

Add a holiday sparkle to your look, and be prepared for any party this season! This shimmer spray leave a light dusting of gold shimmer throughout your locks, making it your perfect accessory for a night out.

Price: $17.99

Where to Purchase: www.gggatsby.com

Pacifica Indian Coconut Nectar Take Me There Gift Set

Get ready to become one of the most popular people around the tree this year when you start to hand out this gift set from Pacifica. Indian Coconut Nectar is a rich, nutty scent with a soft vanilla background. Perfect for a wide verity of scent lovers out there, so you'll be sure to please!

Price: $18.00

Where to Purchase: Target stores or Pacificabeauty.com

Lavanila Mini Deo Trio 

Stay fresh through the holidays with Lavanila’s mini 100% natural deodorants. As always, these good-for-you deodorants contain no aluminum or any harsh chemicals. Lavanila’s aromatic deodorants soothe, condition, and nourish the skin while effectively blocking odor. The gift set trio comes with Pure Vanilla, sparkling Vanilla Grapefruit, and Vanilla Coconut, so you can choose your favorite scent and take it on the go.

Price: $22.00

 
Where to Purchase: Lavanila.com

Shu Uemura 6 Heart Princesses - Princess Love in Wink Natural False Eyelashes

Flutter your lashes this holiday season with these mini-type eyelashes with adorable pink, heart-shaped stones. Soft brown and pink shades work beautifully together to awaken the true princess in you. Who knows, your new wink may even have magical charms.

Price: $30.00

Where to Purchase: Shuuemura-usa.com

Lavanila Holiday Tree-O

This fragrance set is the gift that keeps giving. Three of Lavanila’s top scents are offered with a ready-to-plant live tree seedling. Included is Lavanila’s Pure Vanilla, Vanilla Grapefruit, and Vanilla Coconut ultra convenient Roller-Balls, all wrapped up in a merry jute bag.

Price: $39.00

 
Where to Purchase: Lavanila.com

It Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Six Piece Brush Collection with Travel Case

Give the gift of flawlessness this holiday season with It Cosmetics Six Piece Brush set and Travel Case. This set will definitely make anyone you the star of Christmas with whoever you give it to! 

Price: $39.50

Where to Purchase: Qvc.com

It Cosmetics Holiday Edition Six Piece Vitality Lip Flush Stain Collection

The perfect gift for the beauty lovers in your life. They will have a ball choosing from six beautiful shades to wear all year long!

Price: $49.50

Where to Purchase: Qvc.com

Unite Hair Daily Essentials Smoothing Holiday Box

Give the hair guru in your life, this versatile kit to help style hair all year round. Includes Unite Smooth Shampoo, Conditioner and 7 SECONDS Condition.

Price: $50.00

Where to Purchase: At specialty salons nationwide and at Unitehair.com  

L’Occitane Shea Embrace 

Since the 1980’s L’OCCITANE has created sustainable, fair trade partnerships with the Shea-producing women of Burkina Faso. For a gift that gives back, choose this luxurious body care set, infused with protective and nourishing Shea. The kit includes Shea Hand Cream, Shea Foot Cream, Shea Body Cream, Shea Soap Milk, and Shea Ultra Rich Shower Cream.

Price: $68.00

Fashion Week Scent Saver

Hey everyone!

New York Fashion Week is here. Everyone in the “biz” is rushing from show - to appointment - to meeting - to the office. With a crazy schedule, problems can arise (a dead cell phone, a lost itinerary, etc.). Fortunately staying fresh will not be one of them. Take Lavanila’s Healthy Mini Deodorant everywhere you go!

Lavanila The Healthy Mini Deodorant ($8): Take freshness on-the-go with these mini versions of Lavanila’s best-selling deodorants. The 100% natural product is ideal to keep in a desk drawer or handbag, so you’ll never have to stress about odor protection again!

Here is what Lavanila has to say:

Take freshness on the go with this chic trio of mini deodorants.  Soothing essential oils blend with powerful anti-oxidants and beta glucan technology for daily defense & nourishment.  Clinically Tested.  Dermatologist Recommended.  No Aluminum.  No Paraben.  No Propylene Glycol.  No Harsh Chemicals.  

The Healthy Difference:

Traditional Deodorants and Antiperspirants can contain ingredients including aluminum, Propylene Glycol and Parabens that could potentially absorb into the delicate underarm area.

The Healthy Deodorant is a 100% Healthy solution.  Completely free of harsh chemicals, it’s a safe, effective and luxurious way to fight odor.  Our health-promoting formula is packed with anti-oxidants and a proprietary beta glucan technology to not only fight odor, but nourish, strengthen, and soothe the skin. 

Have you tried these mini deodorants yet?

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: I received a mini Lavanila deodorant to try and feature on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to feature their product. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own! Product information provided by PR and the brand's website!

Have Lasting Fragrance with Lavanila

Hey everyone!

I love to smell good! It's one of my weaknesses. Recently, I was sent a sample of Lavanila's Forever Fragrance Oil in the scent Pure Vanilla to try out and review. This scent is absolutely delicious, without being overly sweet. I love the rich, warm vanilla scent that this fragrance oil has, and it lasts on my skin all day long!  The roller-ball packaging is the perfect size to tuck into any bag, so that I can always smell good wherever I am! I'm totally taking this on trips with me!

Pure Vanilla Fragrance Oil:

The Perfect Vanilla.  This sensual blend of warm Tonks bean, rich Heliotrope and pure Madagascar vanilla bean steeped in the warmth of sweet almond oil

Here is what Lavanila has to say:

This All-Natural Forever Fragrance Oil blends pure essential oils with hydrating sweet almond oil for a super long-lasting fragrance experience that’s smooth, balanced and bursting with beautiful aroma.   

How to Use:

Apply to pulse points (wrist, base of neck, behind ears, bend of elbows) for the longest lasting results. Apply to clean, dry skin. 

 

The Healthy Difference:

 

Traditional fragrances are complex mixtures of chemically laden alcohol, petrochemicals, and musks that tend to evaporate quickly off the skin while overloading the senses and drying the skin.

The Forever Fragrance Oils are alcohol-free and made with 100% natural ingredients. Pure essential oils blend with hydrating sweet almond oil for a super long-lasting fragrance experience that’s bursting with rich, beautiful aroma. 

This product retails for $25.00, and can be purchased at www.lavanila.com! 

Have you tried this product yet?

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: I was sent this product to try and review on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their product. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own! Product information is from the brand's website.

Lavanila Vanilla Summer‏

Hey everyone!

I love Lavanila's fragrances, especially the ones in the roller-ball packaging. They are super convenient, easy to travel with, and purse friendly. Recently, I was sent a sample of their new Vanilla Summer scent, and all I can say is this scent is amazing! It reminds me of the beach and summer nights. The vanilla makes this fragrance warm, while the fruity/tropical notes give it that zing for the summer!

Vanilla Summer:

Sunkissed.  Fresh mango, juicy pineapple, creamy coconut milk, and island sugar cane are steeped in a sultry base of warm Madagascar vanilla, creating a captivating mélange that infuses those hot summer nights with a whispering, seductive breeze.  

Here is what Lavanila has to say:

Discover our extraordinary collection of all-natural fragrances.  Master natural perfumers blend exotic essential oils with skin soothing botanicals for timeless expressions of nature that captivate the senses and nurture the skin. Infused with everything that's good for you and absolutely nothing that’s not, LAVANILA is changing the way you spray. 

How to use:

For a long-lasting scent, apply to clean dry skin. Layer The Healthy Fragrances to create a unique signature vanilla scent. 

 

The healthy difference:

 

Traditional Fragrances are loaded with phthalates, harsh chemicals, chemically-laden alcohol and petrochemicals that can cause dryness, damage and irritation.

The Healthy Fragrance is made with all-natural & organic ingredients and completely free of harsh chemicals. We infuse organic sugar cane alcohol with exotic essential oils & skin soothing botanicals for an authentic and skin safe expression of nature. 100% Healthy. 

Have you tried this fragrance yet?

XoXo,
Whitney

Note: I received this product to try and review on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their products. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own! Product information is from the brand's website!

Lavanila - The Healthy Fragrance - Pure Vanilla

Hey everyone!

You all know about my love for Lavanila products, and their fragrances are no exception! Recently, I was sent this Lavanila The Healthy Fragrance Perfume in the scent Pure Vanilla to try out and review for my lovely blog readers (you)! This scent is pure vanilla goodness in a cute, portable, and stylish bottle. I spray this on my pulse points (an all over for good measure), and I can still smell this fragrance well into the evening! The bottle is small enough to keep in your purse for travel.

Pure Vanilla:

The Perfect Vanilla. This sensual blend of Madagascar vanilla, soft freesia and rich heliotrope is created by natural perfumers who use only the finest pure essential oils. More vanilla bean than vanilla cookie, this skin-saving scent is a must-have for any vanilla connoisseur.

 Here is what Lavanila has to say:

Master natural perfumers blend exotic essential oils with skin soothing botanicals for timeless expressions of nature that captivate the senses and nurture the skin. Infused with everything that's good for you and absolutely nothing that's not, LAVANILA is changing the way you spray.

The Healthy Difference:

Traditional Fragrances are loaded with phthalates, harsh chemicals, chemically-laden alcohol and petrochemicals that can cause dryness, damage and irritation.

The Healthy Fragrance is made with all-natural & organic ingredients and completely free of harsh chemicals. We infuse organic sugar cane alcohol with exotic essential oils & skin soothing botanicals for an authentic and skin safe expression of nature. 100% Healthy.

How to Use:

For a long-lasting scent, apply to clean dry skin. Layer The Healthy Fragrances to create a unique signature vanilla scent. 

This product retails for $58.00, and can be purchased at www.lavanila.com!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Lavanila sent me this product to try and review on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their products. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own. Product description is from the Lavanila website!

Lavanila The Healthy Body Wash - Vanilla Grapefruit

Hey everyone!

I love when my products can be used in different ways. So, when Lavanila sent me their Healthy Body Wash 2-in-1 Shower & Shave in the scent Vanilla Grapefruit, I was thrilled! This body wash is perfect to use all year round, because it leaves my skin feeling clean and moisturized. I never have to apply lotion after my shower when I use this!  Plus, it works great to help you shave your legs. What more could a girl ask for? 

Vanilla Grapefruit
 
An Uplifting Citrus. This time-saving 2-in-1 blends sparkling pink grapefruit with a touch of warm Madagascar vanilla. 

Here is what Lavanila has to say:

This All-Natural Shower & Shave Wash delivers gentle cleansing and soft, silky shaving in one step. Hydrating Coconut & Rosehip Oils blend with Soothing Aloe & Calendula for a luxuriously lathering wash that deeply nourishes while you cleanse and prevents irritation as you shave. 

How to Use:

Squeeze a small amount onto wet puff, lather & rinse. Apply directly to skin to enjoy a soft, smooth shave. 

 

The Healthy Difference:

 

Traditional washes use sulfates and other harsh detergents that can cause skin irritations & contact dermatitis.

Traditional shaving products are typically formulated with numerous chemicals that can be more readily absorbed by open, freshly-shaven skin.

The Healthy Body Wash 2-in-1 is a time-saving formula that luxuriously lathers while creating a soothing barrier for a close, non-irritating shave. Packed with nourishing ingredients that promote the development of healthy skin, this non-irritating wash soothes, cleans, and moisturizes!  

This product retails fro $14.00, and can be purchased at www.lavanila.com!

 

Will you be trying out this Lavanila product?

 

XoXo,

Whitney

 

Note: Lavanila sent me this product to try and review on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their product. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

Lavanila The Healthy Rollerball - Vanilla Blackberry‏

Hey everyone!

Everyone knows berries are high in anti-oxidants, but were you aware your fragrance could be too? Lavanila uses timeless blends of pure essential oils, skin-safe botanicals and vita-rich technology for long-lasting, anti-oxidant rich fragrances bursting with beauty benefits. You all must know by now that Lavanila makes some of my favorite, all-natural fragrances on the market. The scent lasts for most of the day, and the convenient rollerball packaging makes these great for travel! So, when Lavanila sent me their rollerball in their Vanilla Blackberry scent, you know I was excited!

Vanilla Blackberry

Seductively Sweet.  Seduce the sense with this provocative blend of ripe blackberry, juicy raspberry, velvet iris, and warm Madagascar vanilla.  Crafted by master natural perfumers, this sexy fragrance is mouthwatering and irresistible.  

Here is what Lavanila has to say:

Discover our extraordinary collection of all-natural fragrances.  Master natural perfumers blend exotic essential oils with skin soothing botanicals for timeless expressions of nature that captivate the senses and nurture the skin. Infused with everything that's good for you and absolutely nothing that’s not, LAVANILA is changing the way you spray. 

How to Use:

For a long-lasting scent, apply to clean dry skin. Layer The Healthy Fragrances to create a unique signature vanilla scent. 

The Healthy Difference:

Traditional Fragrances are loaded with phthalates, harsh chemicals, chemically-laden alcohol and petrochemicals that can cause dryness, damage and irritation.

The Healthy Fragrance is made with all-natural & organic ingredients and completely free of harsh chemicals. We infuse organic sugar cane alcohol with exotic essential oils & skin soothing botanicals for an authentic and skin safe expression of nature. 100% Healthy. 

This fragrance retails for $19.00, and can be purchased at www.lavanila.com!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Lavanila sent me this product to try and feature on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to feature their product. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own. Product information is from Lavanila's website!

Earth Day - Help Plant a Forest‏

Hey everyone!

Lavanila doesn’t celebrate Earth Day – they celebrate Earth MONTH. 

Known for its 100% all-natural fragrances and deodorants, Lavanila will dedicate the entire month of April to working with The Nature Conservancy, on their Plant a Billion Trees campaign.

Lavanila will plant two trees for every: new order on Lavanila.com; new “Like” on Lavanila’s Facebook page; new twitter follower; and new instagram follower throughout the month.

While encouraging fans to spread the word about this exciting Earth Day campaign, Lavanila will also offer 30% off all online purchases to everyone once 1,000 new trees have been planted. 

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Photo and information provided by PR! 

Lavanila The Healthy Sun Screen

Hey everyone!

Wearing facial sunscreen is an everyday occurrence for me, so I am always on the hunt for one that will be perfect! When Lavanila sent this product my way, I knew I had to give it a try and see. This sunscreen is great to use for those of us who are more sensitive to scented products, because it does not have a noticeable scent at all. I love that it is SPF 40, and that it does not contain all the harmful ingredients that other sunscreens can have in their bottles. It can be a bit greasy on oily skin, so take that into consideration before use!

Here is what Lavanila has to say:

Our 100% Natural SPF 40 Face Cream uses a new generation of mineral sunscreens for broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Infused with youth-promoting antioxidants, botanicals and amino acids, this ultra sheer formula delivers daily protection and nourishment. Non-Whitening. Fragrance-Free. 

How to Use:

Apply evenly to face and neck 15 minutes prior to sun exposure. Reapply as needed and after swimming or vigorous activity. Children under six months old: consult a physician.  

The Healthy Difference:

Traditional Sunscreens use harsh chemicals like PABA, oxybenzone, parabens and synthetic fragrance that can accumulate in the bloodstream and cause irritation or allergic reactions.

The Healthy Sun Screen SPF 40 Face Cream is 100% Natural, completely free of chemicals and infused with a superior complex of minerals, anti-oxidants and amino acids for daily protection and nourishment. 

This product retails for $28.00, and can be purchased at www.lavanila.com!

Will you be trying this product out?

XoXo,
Whitney

Note: Lavanila sent me this product to try and feature on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to feature their product. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

Lavanila The Healthy Deodorant

Hey everyone!

Me and Lavanila deodorants have developed a loving relationship. These all-natural beauties are great to use to prevent those "smelly" life moments. I try to avoid adding unnecessary chemicals into my daily beauty routine, so when Lavanila offered to send me more deodorants to try out, you know I said "Yes!" These deodorants smell amazing, last all day, and are easy to travel with. I give them a solid two thumbs up, ladies!

Fresh Vanilla Lemon:

Clean and Fresh. Essential Oils of crisp lemon, pure bamboo and powdery vanilla combine for our cleanest take on vanilla yet.  

Vanilla Grapefruit:

An Uplifting Citrus. Essential oils of crisp grapefruit and lime combine for a crisp and fresh feeling.

Product Description:

This All-Natural, freshly scented deodorant provides superior, long-lasting odor protection. Soothing essential oils blend with powerful anti-oxidants and beta glucan technology for daily defense and nourishment. Clinically Tested. Dermatologist Recommended. No Aluminum. No Paraben. No Propylene Glycol. No Harsh Chemicals.

How to Use:

For best results, apply as often as necessary to dry, clean skin.

 

The Healthy Difference:

 

 Traditional Deodorants and Antiperspirants can contain ingredients including aluminum, Propylene Glycol and Parabens that could potentially absorb into the delicate underarm area.

The Healthy Deodorant is a 100% Healthy solution. Completely free of harsh chemicals, it’s a safe, effective and luxurious way to fight odor. Our health-promoting formula is packed with anti-oxidants and a proprietary beta glucan technology to not only fight odor, but nourish, strengthen, and soothe the skin. 

 

These products retail for $18.00 each, and can be purchased at www.lavanila.com!

Have you tried Lavanila deodorants yet?

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Lavanila sent me these products to try and feature on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to feature their products. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!