The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (12/28 - 1/3)

Your weekly wrap-up of drugstore beauty sales and more...




Note: If you are new to drugstore sales and you are not sure how "BOGO1/2OFF" sales work, please take a moment to click here.





PRINTABLE BEAUTY COUPONS



Some of the coupons listed below may go nicely with this week's sales, so take a moment to match them up accordingly.



Click here for coupons.com printable beauty coupons

Spotted: NEW Real Techniques Sculpting Brush and Concealer Brush

There's been a lot of exciting news on the Real Techniques front over the past few days, including the arrival of the new Bold Metals Collection (if you click that link, I just updated my post with more info since that collection is now up on the Ulta site) and new sightings of Real Techniques brushes at Walgreens stores. But I've got even more exciting news for my fellow RT fans today!

Many

NEW e.l.f. Skin Care Collection Now Available for Pre-Order (with Free Shipping)

So yesterday I posted that sneak-peek from e.l.f. with what looked like a new moisturizer. Well guess what? It was! 





image source: eyeslipsface.com

NEW e.l.f. Nourishing Night Cream

(retail: $12, 1.76 oz)


Since my initial post, I've heard from several of you who have been nice enough to let me know that yes, e.l.f. is launching a new skincare line, and it's now available for pre-order

Spotted: NEW Sinful Colors What's Hot 2015 Collection (Walgreens-Exclusive)

In addition to the new Sinful Colors Valentine's Day 2015 collection that's now popping up at Walgreens, some of you have spotted this new 2015 collection at your local Walgreens stores recently as well (thanks to everyone who shared tips about this one!).

Many thanks to two lovely readers for the following pics. First up, my pal Amanda of Pretty Girl Science blog spotted this display at

Spotted: NEW CoverGirl Queen Collection CC Cream and Colorlicious Glosses

It's been a while since CoverGirl released new goodies in their Queen Collection line, right? Well that's definitely about to change!

Many thanks to reader Bernice (@bernicesbeauty on Instagram) for this one. Bernice spotted the new Queen Collection display at her local Walgreens yesterday and kindly shared this pic:




image credit: Bernice for Nouveau Cheap

NEW CoverGirl Queen Collection CC

Spotted: Real Techniques at Walgreens

In addition to finding Real Techniques at Ulta, Walmart, Rite Aid, Kohl's, etc., guess where ELSE you can now find these brushes?




image credit: @carriedawaybeauty for Nouveau Cheap

Real Techniques Brushes at Walgreens



Reader @carriedawaybeauty on Instagram spotted the above display at her local Walgreens yesterday and kindly shared this photo. I know that Real Techniques brushes have been

Coming (Very) Soon from e.l.f.: A New Skincare Line?

UPDATE 12/29/14: The NEW e.l.f. Skin Care line is now available for pre-order with free shipping. Details HERE.

In case you didn't see this on e.l.f.'s social media today:




source: e.l.f. Instagram page



e.l.f. posted a mysterious picture on their Instagram with this caption:



"I spy something new...do you? Find out more 12/29! #elfcosmetics #new #behindthescenes #sneakpeek"



See that

Bath & Body Works 3-Wicks $10 Each Today Only (But That's Not All!)

In case you didn't get the email, today only (12/28) in-store and online, select seasonal 3-wick candles are on sale for $10 each:






Keep reading for some ways to bring the price down even more...






If you're shopping in-store, you can print out THIS COUPON for $10 off your $40 purchase (be sure to click on the "PRINTABLES" link on the left-hand sidebar to access the printable version of

Hot Deal on Sonia Kashuk at Target

Over the years, I've mentioned numerous times that, if you shop at Target, it's a good idea to sign up for their Mobile Coupons (you can sign up HERE). About once a month, you'll receive a new batch of coupons via text message that you can use in-store simply by having the cashier scan the barcode on your phone at checkout.

If you are already signed up to receive Target Mobile Coupons, then you

Spotted: NEW Nyx Conceal, Correct, Contour Palettes and Tinted Brow Mascaras

If you caught my post about the new Real Techniques Bold Metals Collection, then you know that Ulta is putting out some exciting new displays in their stores right now. And now that includes some new goodies from Nyx!



Many thanks to longtime reader Lisa of Swatchesandwhatnot blog (@makeuplunchanddinner on Instagram) for this one. Lisa spotted two new Nyx displays at her local Ulta today and

Hot Deals on the eos Limited Edition Rachel Roy Collection

image credit: @mrandypuppy for Nouveau Cheap

eos Fall/Winter 2014 Limited Edition
Rachel Roy A Ray of Holiday Sunshine Lip Balms

If you held off on getting the eos Limited Edition Rachel Roy products above when they first came out (that photo is from my original post back in September), I've got good news for you!

If you spot these products at your local Target, @targetfanatic on Instagram

Post-Holiday Beauty Sale Round-Up

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday and that you got through the madness in one piece. But actually, is the madness really over? Not quite! If you received a bit of spending money over the holidays and you're looking for ways to treat yourself, well you've come to the right place. Here's a list of everything that hit my in-box today (and if you know of any deals NOT on this list, I would

Spotted: NEW Real Techniques Bold Metals Collection (Ulta Exclusive)

UPDATED 12/29/14 with additional info, prices, etc. (see below).

Attention fellow Real Techniques fans (and makeup brush fans in general)! Are you ready to have your minds blown?

Many thanks to reader @salsatapatia0126 on Instagram for this one. @salsatapatia0126 spotted the brand new Real Techniques Bold Metals Collection at her local Ulta today and was nice enough to share some pics with us.

Spotted: Sinful Colors Valentine's Day 2015 Flirt with Hearts Collection

Is it too soon to start thinking about Valentine's Day? Well when it comes to nail polish, you might say it's never too soon to start thinking about pretty Valentine's Day-inspired nail colors. If you're ready to jump out of Christmas mode for a minute and step into Valentine's mode, check this out!

Many thanks to reader @jenniohnails on Instagram for sharing some pics of the new Sinful Colors

And the Sephora Birthday Gift for 2015 is...

If you have an account at Sephora (Beauty Insider, VIB or VIB Rouge), then you know that every year on your birthday you get a free Birthday Gift, which you can pick up either in-store or online. Every year, Sephora seems to be making the birthday freebie better and better (last year it was deluxe samples of Fresh Sugar Lip Treatments and this year it was a Make Up For Ever mini lipstick and

Bath & Body Works Winter 2014 - 2015 Semi-Annual Sale: List of Returning Scents

As most of you Bath & Body Works fans probably know, the big Semi-Annual Sale starts on December 26th (by the way, the Victoria's Secret Semi-Annual Sale starts Jan 2nd, I believe). If you'd like to know which scents are coming back this time around, here you go:








Keep reading for the list...




Signature Collection:

Apricot Vanilla (pictured above)

Coconut Vanilla 

Lemon Vanilla

Spotted: NEW Wet n Wild 2015 Products (10-Pan Eyeshadow Palettes, Blushes, Velvet Matte Lip Colors and Much More!)

Even though I haven't received all of the official press info for the new Wet n Wild 2015 releases yet (I shared some news with you HERE and I showed you the new face primer and correcting palette just a few days ago HERE), some of these new products are now popping up in stores! If you're a Wet n Wild fan, I think you might want to sit down for this one--wait until you see these new goodies.

Spotted: NEW Jordana Modern Matte Lipstick Collection

If you love new product sightings, then I think you're going to be very happy with many of my blog posts this week--I have new products coming out of my ears right now (ew, that sounds kind of gross, right)? But you know what I mean--it's the crazy season at the drugstores and new collections are coming at us left and right. I'm ridiculously behind on my "spotted" posts due to the holidays, but I

Dollar Store Dupes for Silicone Makeup Brush Cleaners

Purchased by Me 
Up until a few years ago, I didn't even know that silicone brush cleaners were a thing. For a long time now, I've been washing my makeup brushes by mixing some warm water and my favorite brush cleaner (Dr. Bronner's Liquid Soap) in the palm of my hand, and swirling my brush until the water runs clean. But after a few years of reading about the various silicone brush cleaners on

New Costco Beauty Sightings

I've been sharing lots of Costco beauty sightings here on the blog this year, and they seem to be getting better and better every month! You might recall a few weeks ago my post about the Too Faced Better Than False Lashes set for $15 (I'm hearing from more and more of you who are spotting this one, so don't give up if you've been looking for it). And today I have another great sighting for you:

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (12/21 - 12/27)

Your weekly wrap-up of drugstore beauty sales and more...




Note: If you are new to drugstore sales and you are not sure how "BOGO1/2OFF" sales work, please take a moment to click here.





PRINTABLE BEAUTY COUPONS



Some of the coupons listed below may go nicely with this week's sales, so take a moment to match them up accordingly.



Click here for coupons.com printable beauty coupons

The Lipstick League - week of 12.15.14

The Lipstick League Question of the Week


 What beauty item would you consider an ideal hostess gift during the holidays?

G's answer: You can't go wrong with a nice hand cream and hand soap set. I mean, even if your hostess isn't as obsessed with beauty products as you are, everyone needs hand cream and hand soap, right? It would be nice to put those in a basket along with some files and

Free Shipping + Deep Discounts on theBalm, Essie, Cargo, Stila and More

There's nothing better than deep discounts + free shipping when it comes to beauty deals, right? Well I have just that for you today!

I couldn't sleep (thus this post at 2:30AM!) and I was checking out the beauty deals over at 6PM.com when I came across some items that I had to let you know about ASAP.  I don't know how long these will stay in stock, so let's get right to it...

NOTE: You

Spotted: NEW Rimmel ScandalEyes Mascara by Kate Moss and New Lasting Finish by Kate Moss Lipstick Shades

Last week when I posted pics of the new Rimmel Matte Lip Velvets, Provocalips, etc., reader Florence mentioned in the comments that she was hoping that Rimmel would release some new Kate Moss lipstick shades (it feels like it has been forever since we've seen new shades in that line, right?). Well guess what, Florence? Your wish came true! And we've got a new Kate Moss mascara as well.

Many

Zoya Pixie Dust Last Chance BOGOFREE Sale Now Through 12/21

I want to thank longtime reader KD here on the blog and reader @swatchalittle on Instagram for the tip about this one. The Zoya Pixie Dust polishes are going bye-bye and they're BOGOFREE now through 12/21:






From Zoya's Instagram page:

Love PixieDust? This is your chance to go pixie crazy and stock up on them all! NOW - Sunday 12/21 at 11:59pm EST, BOGO on ALL PixieDust shades! 



If you

First Impressions: Urban Decay Little Perversions Set (On Sale at Sephora for $24)

Purchased by Me
NOTE: Before I get into this post, I want to make sure you know that Sephora has JUST added a ton of new items to their sale page HERE, including Sephora polishes for $1 each (regularly $5), and lots of products from Make Up For Ever, Tarte and other brands. So get over there and check out those deals before they sell out. (Thanks to reader @my.makeup.vanity on Instagram for the

Spotted: NEW Neutrogena Nourishing Long Wear Eye Shadow Quads

It's been a while since Neutrogena released new products, right? I was trying to think of the last new release I covered from Neutrogena and can you believe it was their BB cream back in January of this year? Well that's about to change, since they just released some new eyeshadow quads! I honestly can't remember the last eyeshadows that Neutrogena released--heck, besides the BB cream, the most

HOT Deals on Urban Decay

I want to thank several of you for the following tips! There are LOTS of great deals on various Urban Decay products/sets right now--check it out:






Now through 12/31, Urban Decay is offering free shipping on all orders (no minimum required, no code required). To go with this, there are lots of great deals on their SALE PAGE HERE, including the Ten 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil Set for $29 (

Battle of the Pumpkin Lip Balms: Burt's Bees Pumpkin Spice vs. ChapStick Pumpkin Pie

Press Sample
Purchased by Me 
Admit it. It's the question that's been keeping you up at night:

Which limited edition pumpkin-flavored lip balm is better--Burt's Bees or ChapStick?  

OK but seriously, since these are limited edition flavors and they're only available for the holidays, I thought it might be fun to give you a little side-by-side comparison and tell you which one is my personal

Unboxing: Zoya Cyber Monday 2014 Mystery Bag & Box

Purchased by Me
If you caught my post on Cyber Monday, then you know that I was pretty excited about this one-day-only Zoya Mystery Bag & Box, and I ordered one before I even published my blog post that day! This deal was only available on Cyber Monday and even though I don't like to post about things that you can no longer purchase, I wanted to show you the contents so that we have a reference

Unboxing: Target Cyber Monday 2014 Beauty Box

Purchased by Me 
If you weren't reading my blog during the Black Friday/Cyber Monday madness, then you might have missed the Target deal I posted about during that time. I know a LOT of you were able to get these special Target Cyber Monday Beauty Boxes (not to be confused with the regular beauty boxes that Target releases a few times a year) and I ordered one myself because they were just too

Jordana 30% Off Sale (and Recommendations)

My sick boyfriend's taking a nap, so I had some time to do a proper post about this one. Many thanks to reader Reina for the tip about this Jordana sale!

NOTE: for those new to Jordana, they are the sister company to Milani. I'm a long-time fan of Jordana, so I have several products that I can personally recommend. I'll link to them below if you need some ideas.






Now through 12/22, receive

20% Off + Free Shipping on the Bobbi Brown Site Now Through Tomorrow

Sorry if this post looks a little funny--I'm writing it on my phone while playing nurse to a sick boyfriend. I just wanted to make sure you all knew that now through tomorrow (12/17), you get 20% off all orders plus free shipping (no minimum required) on the Bobbi Brown site, no code required!

It's hard for me to do hyperlinks on my phone, so if this isn't clickable, just go to

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (12/14 - 12/20)

I'm so sorry for the (very) abbreviated post this week, but I am very behind on all things blog-related due to my birthday last Saturday (I was away from the computer for most of the weekend). Also, Mr. G came down with a nasty stomach flu today. I'm doing my best to take care of him right now--when he's sleeping I'm able to run in and do a quick blog post or two--but I don't have the time

HOT DEALS on Smashbox On the Rocks Photo Op Luxe Palette

Have you been wanting the Smashbox Photo Op Luxe Palette, but without the $42 price tag? Well your ol' friend G has your back!





image credit: smashbox.com

Smashbox On the Rocks Photo Op Luxe Palette

(retail: $42)



Keep reading for the scoop...



Right now on the Smashbox site, this palette is now $29. Plus, you get free shipping and a free sample with all orders (no code required). Plus

NEW Ulta 20% Off Coupons and ONE DAY ONLY Sale on Real Techniques and EcoTools

So last week, Ulta Platinum Members received a coupon for 20% off your entire purchase (including most prestige cosmetics) both via email and snail mail. But today, many NON-Platinum members received this email:




(email includes a one-time only exlusive code
which has been deleted from the image above)



If you did NOT receive this coupon last week, check both your email and your regular mail

Spotted: NEW Wet n Wild Coverall Primer and Correcting Palette

Well what do we have here? I have not received my official press info/samples of the new 2015 Wet n Wild products yet, so I don't know if these are permanenet or limited ediiton, but they're definitely new to me!

Many thanks to longtime photo-contributor Lisa of Swatchesandwhatnot Blog for this one. Lisa spotted this new Wet n Wild set at her local Walgreens this week and was nice enough to

Spotted at Dollar Tree: Milani Shadow Eyez

Well this is simulanteously making me really excited and really nervous! Many thanks to reader Elizabeth (@elaysaba on Instagram) for the tip that she spotted several shades of Milani Shadow Eyez at her local Dollar Tree last week. Elizabeth was nice enough to share a pic of some of the shades she spotted at her location--take a look!

NOTE: I know that many, many other Milani products have been

Spotted: New IMAN Perfect Eyeshadow Pencils and Amplify Mascara (Plus: Reader Swatches)

Attention IMAN fans! Have you seen the new twist-up shadows pencils and mascara yet? If not, I have a pic of the display for you today, as well as some swatches! Longtime photo-contributor @roguedarkholme on Instagram spotted this display last week and was nice enough to share pics and swatches with us. I completely forgot to ask her where she spotted this, but I think it was at Walgreens.

NOTE:

The Lipstick League - week of 12.8.14

Lipstick League Question of the Week


What is your favorite holiday lip look? 

G's answer: I just adore a classic matte red lip for the holidays. No glitter, no shimmer, no shine...just a deep, matte red.


Lipstick League Links of the Week

My Beauty Bunny - Still shopping for that perfect gift? Check out the annual My Beauty Bunny Cruelty Free Holiday Gift Guide! You're sure to find that

Burlington Coat Factory Haul

Purchased by Me
Let me preface this haul post by saying that not all Burlington Coat Factory locations are the same when it comes to beauty products. I've found that newer and/or larger stores have a much better variety of both high-end and drugstore cosmetics (some even have full-on wall displays of Sally Hansen, CoverGirl, etc., just like a drugstore), while smaller/older stores may have a

Get the Urban Decay Little Perversions Kit for $24 SHIPPED (and Other Great Deals)

Many thanks to reader Aj for this HOT Sephora tip! Check it out:






Details and some additional tips, after the jump...




Right now on the Sephora site, the Urban Decay Little Perversions Kit is $24 and it also qualifies for free shipping if you use code GIFTSHIP at checkout. What a deal, right?? I would NOT hesitate to grab this if you're interested, since these types of deals tend to sell

Spotted: NEW Rimmel Show Off Matte Lip Velvets, Provocalips, Matte & Radiance BB Cream and Lasting Finish 24HR Foundation & Primer

I have very exciting news for my fellow Rimmel fans today! Many of the products we've been anxiously awaiting to see here in the US have landed at CVS, so if you're interested in anything featured in this post, check CVS first (I'm sure they'll pop up everywhere else soon, though).

First up, thanks to reader @beautyreviewsbyg on Instagram for these first three sightings. @beautyreviewsbyg

Tomorrow Only (12/12): All 3-Wick Candles $8 Each In-Store Only at Bath & Body Works

This only happens once a year, so if you're a 3-wick fanatic, get ready for a trip to B&BW tomorrow:




Tomorrow only (12/12), in-store only, ALL 3-wick candles will be $8 each (limit 15) at Bath & Body Works. As you probably know, the most common sale for 3-wicks is 2/$22, and sometimes there are special $10 offers throughout the year. But $8 for 3-wicks only happens ONCE a year, so it's the

Today Only (12/11): Free Shipping On All Orders at Walmart.com

Thanks to reader @cateyesdamsel on Instagram for this tip!






Today only (12/11) on the Walmart website, receive free shipping on all orders (no minimum required, no code required). 



I know that some of you don't have in-store access to certain beauty brands like Flower Beauty, Hard Candy, Pure Ice and Salon Perfect (or perhaps you do, but the things you want are always out of stock), so

40% Off All Mally Beauty Holiday Sets

In case you didn't get the email:






Now and while supplies last, receive 40% off all Mally Beauty Holiday Sets at Beauty.com, no code required (items that are 40% off have prices that appear in red). Also, you get free everyday shipping on orders $35+.



NOTE: The free eyeliner deal in the image above is only valid if you received the email today from Beauty.com (if you're not already signed

Today Only (12/11): 40% Off All Milani Color Statement Lipsticks

Milani just posted this one their Instagram page (thanks to everyone on IG who tagged me about this!):






Now through 11:59PM PST tonight (12/11), receive 40% off all Color Statement Lipsticks on the Milani site with code HOLIDAYLIPS. Don't forget that you get everyday free shipping on orders $25+.



For a few swatches, click HERE, HERE and HERE. 

Widespread Kat Von D Cosmetic Sightings at Marshalls and TJMaxx

If you follow me on Instagram, you've probably noticed that this week the Kat Von D reader sightings have been pretty crazy. I've been reposting pics from readers left and right who have shared their scores at both Marshalls and TJMaxx this week, so I want to do a summary post here for you today to try and wrap up everything you've shared this week.

IMPORTANT: Kat Von D eyeliners were spotted at

NEW Color Mascara Shades from Nyx

I haven't been able to get this out of my head since I saw this pic on Nyx's Instagram last night, which means I obviously have to share it with you:




image source: Nyx Instagram page

Nyx Color Mascara - Five New Shades

(retail: $7 each on the Nyx website)




More info, after the jump...




Nyx has released five new shades in their Color Mascara line and they are now available for purchase

The Mally Mystery Bag is Back (with NEW Products!)

If you missed the Mally Mystery Bag on Cyber Monday (or you want to roll the dice on another one), here you go:






Mally posted this about two hours ago on Instagram and, as of the time of this post, it is still available HERE for $25 + $12.64 shipping (this is the price the site quoted me based on living in CA and only ordering this bag). You get free shipping on orders $50+ and the limit on

Spotted: NEW NYC New York Color Expert Last Satin Matte Lipsticks and Lip Lacquers

Brand new lip color lines from NYC! Can you feel me swooning through your computer/laptop/tablet/phone screen right now?

If you're a longtime reader of this blog, then you know that I adore any and all NYC lip colors, so I'm grateful to reader Brittany (@bblois on Instagram) for this one. Brittany spotted not one, but TWO new lip colors lines in a new NYC display at CVS this week, and shared

Spotted: NEW NYC New York Color Smooth Skin BB Crème Instant Matte Skin Perfector, Bronzed Radiance & BB Radiance Smooth Skin Perfecting Powder

Well no wonder CVS and Rite Aid have been running 50% off sales on NYC cosmetics these past few weeks (Rite Aid is running a 50% off NYC sale as we speak). They're getting rid of the old, to bring in the new!

Many thanks to reader Brittany (@bblois on Instagram) for this one! Brittany spotted this new BB display at her local CVS this week and was nice enough to share lots of pics with us. Take a

Spotted: NEW Milani Fierce Foil Eyeshines and Eyeliners (Plus: Reader Swatches)

If hearing that the permanent Rose Powder Blushes have landed wasn't enough good news for you today when it comes to Milani, I've got more!

Many thanks to reader Autumn (@autumnmarye98 on Twitter) for this sighting. Autumn spotted the new Fierce Foil collection at her CVS this week and kindly shared some pics:




image credit: Autumn for Nouveau Cheap

NEW Milani Fierce Foil Collection at CVS

Now through 12/10: 50% Off Sitewide + Free Shipping at The Body Shop

Thanks so much to reader Cheryl for this one! The Body Shop only runs 50% off sitewide sales a few times a year (usually it's 40% off) so this is a great chance to stock up on your faves or try something new, especially since all orders receive free shipping.






Now through 12/10, receive 50% off your order + free shipping (no minimum order required, no code required) on the The Body Shop

Today Only: Three Zoya Polishes + Big Flipper $20 Shipped

I literally JUST heard about this deal (thanks to reader @swatchalittle on Instagram!) so I wanted to let you know about is as quickly as possible:




I know it's frustrating sometimes when I post about deals that have a very short shelf-life, but Zoya just posted this on their Instagram page 36 minutes ago (as of the time of this post). So I'm bringing it to you as quickly as I can!



RIGHT

The (Permanent) Milani Rose Powder Blushes Have Landed

If you caught my post at the beginning of November, then you know that Milani announced via social media that they are making the limited edition Rose Powder Blushes part of the permanent collection for 2015. I know that a lot of us were extremely happy to hear that (you can see my review of the Spring 2014 Rose Blushes HERE if you're new to these blushes), so I'm thrilled to let you know that

Spotted: NEW L'Oreal Dark Sides of Grey by Colour Riche Collection

A few weeks ago, OPI announced their 50 Shades of Grey Collection, and Make Up For Ever has a 50 Shades of Grey collection debuting later this month. So it won't be a surprise if we start to see various "unofficial" collections inspired by the book/upcoming movie at the drugstores as well, which brings us to this new collection from L'Oreal. While the new Dark Sides of Grey collection doesn't

New Sale Alerts

A few noteworthy beauty deals for your Tuesday, after the jump...


Today only (12/9), receive 50% off all Aromatherapy products at Bath & Body Works, both online and in-store. No code required.



Now through December 24th at Sally Beauty, in-store and online, get $5 off your $25 purchases with code 555195 at checkout. Fine print: "Offer is valid in US and Canada Sally Beauty stores and

New You Tell Me Page (Update Your Subscriptions!)

I have created a new You Tell Me page (long-overdue!) so if you subscribe to this page, please update your subscriptions to this URL:


http://nouveaucheap.blogspot.com/2011/05/you-tell-me_30.html

For new readers, the You Tell Me page link is located on the top menu bar of this blog for your convenience. This is a page where you can submit tips, sightings and deal info instantly with the rest

Spotted: NEW L'Oreal Infallible Smokissime Powder Eyeliner Pens

If you thought that was it for the new L'Oreal product sightings, think again! I have a few more tricks up my sleeve, starting with this sighting from longtime photo-contributor Cyndiinphilly. Cyndiinphilly spotted these new L'Oreal liners at her local CVS this week and was nice enough to share a pic:




image credit: Cyndiinphilly for Nouveau Cheap

NEW L'Oreal Infallible Smokissime Powder

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (12/7 - 12/13)

Your weekly wrap-up of drugstore beauty sales and more...




Note: If you are new to drugstore sales and you are not sure how "BOGO1/2OFF" sales work, please take a moment to click here.





PRINTABLE BEAUTY COUPONS



Some of the coupons listed below may go nicely with this week's sales, so take a moment to match them up accordingly.



Click here for coupons.com printable beauty coupons

Sales Ending Soon...

Just a reminder about some sales that are ending soon (some are ending very soon):





Now through 11:59PM PST tonight (12/8) receive 20% off all lip products on the Too Faced site with code LIPLUST. And remember that all orders ship free now through 12/24, no minimum required, code required.



The Annual Stila Warehouse Sale ends at 12:45PM PST tonight (12/8). This is your last chance to

Spotted: NEW L'Oreal Brow Stylist Plumper Brow Fiber Mascara and More

So remember when Maybelline Brow Drama came out and everyone was hoping it would be a dupe for Benefit Gimme Brow...but then it kind of wasn't? Well it turns out that L'Oreal might have a Benefit Gimme Brow dupe up its sleeve after all, only it's under their L'Oreal brand, not their Maybelline brand.

Many thanks to two lovely readers for the following sightings. First up, reader @l0ve_like_wh0a

Spotted: NEW L'Oreal Limited Edition Infallible Pro-Matte Gloss Collection

As promised, today I'd like to show you the new Limited Edition L'Oreal Pro-Matte Gloss Collection (to see the other new Infallible Pro-Matte products that are on the way, click HERE). I'm surprised that L'Oreal has made this a limited edition collection considering that they're also promoting this as "Our 1st Liquid Matte Color." That seems like something you'd want to offer permanently, right?

Spotted: NEW L'Oreal Voluminous Miss Manga Black Angel Mascara

If you're a fan of the original L'Oreal Miss Manga Mascara (click HERE for my review), then you might be excited to hear that L'Oreal has just released the Miss Manga Black Angel formula here in the US! Black Angel has been available in Europe since last summer, I believe, but I didn't think we'd see it here (Europe also has colored versions of Miss Manga, like teal and purple, but I don't know

The Lipstick League - week of 12.1.14

 



Lipstick League Question of the Week: 


 So let’s hear it. Did you make any Black Friday/Cyber Monday beauty purchases?

Spill the beans! 

G's answer: Just thinking about it gives me a pit in my stomach because this year I purchased more beauty products for myself than all other Black Friday/Cyber Mondays combined. I don't know if it was the incredible deals or the fact that I was

Coming (very) Soon: NEW L'Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte Collection and More

So remember the other day when I showed you all of those new Maybelline 2015 products now popping up in drugstores? Well I'm about to do the same thing for L'Oreal! If you're a L'Oreal fan, you're really going to love my next few blog posts.

I thought I'd kick off this mini L'Oreal love-fest by showing an ad that two lovely readers both shared with me today. Thanks to reader @ginellemorin on

Contents of the Too Faced Cyber Monday Mystery Makeup Box

I'm not posting any pics here, and I'm carefully avoiding any spoilers for those of you who want to be surprised. If you ordered the Too Faced Cyber Monday Mystery Makeup Box that I posted about on Cyber Monday (no longer available) and you don't want to know what you might be getting, stop reading now.

But if you DO want to know what one lovely reader received in her box today, you can find out

New Too Faced Deal (And a Costco Tip)

If you're a Too Faced fan, I have a few new deals to share with you today! First up, in case you didn't get the email:







Now through 11:59PM PST on 12/6, take 20% off all Too Faced Holiday items with code GET20 on the Too Faced site. AND you get free shipping on all orders (no minimum required, no code required) now through 12/24. 



Also, reader @roseperez on Instagram let me know today

The 2015 Milani Fierce Foil Eyeshines Have Landed at CVS

Just a quick note with a link to pics/swatches you're interested!

Thanks to reader @amaramay11 on Instagram for letting me know that the 2015 Milani Fierce Foil Eyeshines have already landed at CVS! @jillianbeauty posted pics of the quad she purchased (03 Florence) with swatches and initial impressions HERE if you'd like to see.

Have you spotted these at your CVS yet? 

NEW Physicians Formula Super BB All-in-1 Cheek & Lip Beauty Balms SPF20 (And More!)

If you've been following all of my coverage of the new 2015 products from Physicians Formula (click here for my past posts), then you know there's a lot to be excited about when it comes to new PF goodies! But did you know that PF has also released new products in their Super BB line? I didn't, until reader JC shared the scoop with me yesterday!

JC spotted (and purchased) one of the new Super BB

Walgreens Disney Jasmine Collection - Additional Sightings

Just in! Additional products in the Disney Jasmine Collection have been spotted at Walgreens. CLICK HERE to view my original post (I added the new pictures in at the bottom of the page).

And the 2015 Pantone Color of the Year Is...

image source: Pantone.com

Pantone Color of the Year 2015: Marsala



The Wall Street Journal confirmed today that the Pantone Color of the Year for 2015 is 18-1438 Marsala.



What does this mean for you and me? I think you know! We should brace ourselves now for the onslaught of Marsala-hued lip colors, nail colors, blushes, eyeliners, eyeshadows and probably even mascaras that will no doubt

The Wednesday Question

Name one Black Friday/Cyber Monday beauty deal that you wish you could still get at this very moment.



If you can't think of anything, here's another question for you:



Is there a beauty product that has NOT yet gone on sale or had a special promotion tied to it that you WISH would go on sale during this holiday season?



I can't wait to see your answers to this one. For me personally, I

All Nyx Sets on Sale with Free Shipping at HSN

Did you miss out on the Nyx Cyber Monday sale? If so, hopefully this will help!






Right now on the HSN site, all Nyx sets are on sale with FREE SHIPPING. Plus, there are lots of different codes right now that you can try to use with your order for even more savings.  



These are some nice deals--for example, the 6-piece Soft Matte Lip Cream Set (click here for my review of one of the Soft

The Freeman Beauty Grab Bags are Back!

Attention Freeman fans! They're back for holiday 2014! Check it out:







Right now on the Freeman Beauty website, get the Merry & Bright Facial Grab Bag and/or the Covered in Cheer Body Grab Bag for $19.99 each (over $50 value per bag) with free shipping and free samples on orders $25+. 



If you have never ordered the Freeman grab bags or mystery bags before, I can tell you that they tend to

All China Glaze Collections Now $0.99 at Cherry Culture

Thanks so much to reader Anie for this tip!






Right now on the Cherry Culture website, ALL China Glaze polishes are on clearance for $0.99 each. Free everyday shipping on orders $40+. Hurry before they're wiped out!



Thanks again, Anie, for the great tip!

Spotted: NEW Maybelline Color Molten Cream Powder Shadows and Master Graphic Eyeliner by Eyestudio

This is the fifth and final new Maybelline product post for today! I have no idea if there are any additional new releases on the way from Maybelline, but I think these will keep most of us occupied for a while, right?

Once again, thanks to longtime photo contributor Fatima for this sighting. Fatima (@th0timaon Instagram) spotted this display at her local Harmon this week and kindly share some

Spotted: NEW Maybelline Color Elixir Iridescents

If you're a Color Elixir fan and you were hoping they might come out with some new shimmers, well hope no more! Many thanks to longtime photo contributor Fatima (@th0tima on Instagram) for this sighting. Fatima spotted the new Color Elixir Iridescents at her local Harmon this week and kindly share some pics.

NOTE: I do not see "Limited Edition" anywhere on this display, so I'm going to assume

Spotted: NEW Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation and Powder

If you're a Fit Me fan, then I've got some exciting news for you. Thanks to longtime photo contributor Fatima (@th0tima on Instagram) for this sighting. Fatima spotted the new Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation and Powder collection at her local Harmon this week and kindly shared some pics. Take a look!

NOTE: A few of you have mentioned to me that Maybelline recently renamed their original Fit

Spotted: NEW Maybelline Color Sensational Rebel Bloom Collection

New Color Sensational lipsticks? Yes, please! Many thanks to longtime photo contributor Fatima (@th0tima on Instagram) for this one. Fatima spotted the new Rebel Bloom collection at her local Harmon this week and kindly shared some pics with us. Take a look!

NOTE: I do not see the words "Limited Edition" anywhere on this display, and the labels on the tubes just say "NEW," not "Limited Edition."

Spotted: NEW Maybelline Master Prime and Master Conceal by Facestudio Collection

If you are a Maybelline fan, then you're definitely going to want to see my next several blog posts. Let's put the sale alerts aside for a while and get to some new drugstore products, shall we? For this first Maybelline new product post, I have new primers and concealers to show you, thanks to two lovely readers.

First up, reader @missjae1908 on Instagram spotted this new display at her local

Milani Sale Continues: 30% Off for Cyber Week

Are you all shopped out after Black Friday/Cyber Monday? If there's still some room in your budget for makeup deals, then I want to make sure you know that Milani has extended their sale:






Now through 12/5, you can still get a discount on Milani products on the Milani site. Enter code CYBERWEEK for 30% off your order, and don't forget that you get everyday free shipping on orders of $25+.

Stila Annual Warehouse Sale Going On NOW

Well look at what just hit my in-box:






The annual Stila Warehouse Sale is live NOW and runs through 12/8 on the Stila site, with over 60 products up 80% off. Click HERE to have a look. All sales are final and you cannot use any codes during this sale. Free shipping on orders $50+. 

Last Minute HOT Deal at HauteLook

My poor in-box is overloaded right now and if that's the case for you too, then here's a quick heads-up about a deal that you might have missed, which is ending soon (in about 6-1/2 hours as of the time of this post):







TODAY ONLY (ends 11:59PM PST 12/1) all orders ship free on the HauteLook site, no minimum order required. This is an excellent deal if you only want one or two items and

Quick Reminder: the Balm 50% Off Sale Ends 7AM PST 12/2

Since the deals can be quite overwhelming today (believe me, just looking at my Cyber Monday Beauty Sale Round-Up makes my head spin a bit!) I just wanted to make sure you didn't forget about this one:




You've still got plenty of time to jump on this over at the Balm site, since it doesn't end until tomorrow morning (7AM PST 12/2). The sale price will show up once you place an item in your

NuMe Classic Reverse Wand $21.99 SHIPPED (Regularly $169)

Here's a hot deal that I wanted to pass along in case you're looking for a new hair wand! Thanks to @bbw_and_beauty on Instagram for this tip:







I have never personally ordered from the NuMe site, but I know several of you have, so I wanted to pass this along. Right now you can enter code INSTA9 on the NuMe site for about 95% off a Classic Reverse Wand (choice of three styles). 



This

Milani Cyber Monday Sale: 50% off Sitewide + Free Shipping on Orders $25+

In case you didn't get the email (also, thanks so much to several of you for the comments and tips!):







Get 50% off your order on the Milani website with code CYBERMONDAY today only, 12/1. Also, Milani offers everyday free shipping on orders $25, no code required. Whoo hoo!

PS: Don't forget to check out my Cyber Monday Round-Up HERE for lots of other great one-day-only deals!

Target Cyber Monday Beauty Boxes Available Now With Free Shipping (Hurry Before They're Gone)

I owe this one all to my pal Liz over at Target Fanatic! Liz shared this deal on her Instagram a minute ago, which is why I'm able to bring it to YOU before these sell out (and they WILL sell out). Check it out:






Right now on the Target site, you can get the above $5 and $10 beauty boxes with free shipping (Target's offering free shipping on all orders now through 12/20). If you look at the

(SOLD OUT) Too Faced Cyber Monday Mystery Makeup Beauty Box $35 + Free Shipping

Update: Sorry folks, I just heard that this one sold out.






We already knew that Too Faced was going to be offering this Mystery Makeup Box on Cyber Monday, but  I didn't know they were also going to offer free shipping on all US orders with no miminum order rquired (through 12/24) to go along with it! I seriously thought I was in the clear with this one. But with free shipping...oh somebody

Today Only: Urban Decay Electric Palette + Bonus Eyeliner for About $29 Shipped

It works! It works! Many thanks to several of you here and on social media for letting me know that the 20% off code works with today's Urban Decay Flash Sale! Check it:






Right now through 12/1, the Electric Pressed Pigment Palette + Black Velvet Travel-Size 24/7 Velvet Glide-On Eye Pencil are on sale for $36 on the Urban Decay site with free shipping. But if you enter code UD20 at checkout,

Nyx Cyber Monday Sale is LIVE NOW

The moment we've all be waiting for is finally here...






Go crazy, ladies and gents!



No code required (discount will appear when you click an item). 



Free shipping on orders $25+.



The end.

Deborah Lippmann Nail Colors as Low as $2.49 at Ulta (In-Store Only)

Well dip me in chocolate and call me Harvey. This sale is so crazy it has me making up weird phrases to express my shock and excitement. But I digress!

If you live near an Ulta that carries Deborah Lippmann in-store (not all locations do), you might want to schedule a trip this week. Many thanks to reader Melinda (@melinails on Instagram for this one):




image credit: Melinda for Nouveau Cheap

Cyber Monday Beauty Sale Round-Up: The Madness Continues

Dearest readers,

Are you clutching your wallets hoping that there won't be any irresistible beauty deals revealed tomorrow? Well if you're like me, then you probably want to at least SEE what's being offered (oh I'm such a glutton for punishment!) even if that means more temptation and wallet-clutching.

If you are like me, then I want you to know that my Black Friday Beauty Sale Round-Up has

Victoria's Secret Cyber Monday Sale Starts NOW

Attention Victoria's Secret shoppers!




Now through 11:59PM PST 12/1 when you spend $10 or more on the Victoria's Secret site, you will receive two Secret Reward Cards in your order (in other words, you'll get the two cards inside your package when it arrives) when you use code SECRETBONUS. These two cards will be worth $10, $50, $100 or $500 off your next purchase and you MUST redeem both

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (11/30 - 12/6)

Your weekly wrap-up of drugstore beauty sales and more...




Note: If you are new to drugstore sales and you are not sure how "BOGO1/2OFF" sales work, please take a moment to click here.





PRINTABLE BEAUTY COUPONS



Some of the coupons listed below may go nicely with this week's sales, so take a moment to match them up accordingly.



Click here for coupons.com printable beauty coupons

Ulta Cyber Monday Sales Live NOW

Psssst! They're live NOW!



PS: Ulta's still offering free shipping on orders $25+, no code required.

Eight Full-Size Boots No7 Products for $40 at Walgreens Now Through 12/6

Last month, reader G. from Houston sent me some pics of the new Boots Star Gift she spotted at her local Walgreens. As you can probably imagine, I'm extremely behind on new product posts at the moment, so I didn't get a chance to post her pics at that time (I'm so sorry about that, G.!).

This set is a great value at $80 (eight full-size products). But guess what? This week at Walgreens it's on

The Best Maybeline Deal You'll See All Year (EXPIRED)

Sorry folks, this one's OVER.



I want to thank several of you both here and on social media for alerting me to this one. I have no doubt that this is the best deal we'll see all year (or perhaps even next year) for non-clearance Maybelline products.

Keep reading for the scoop...




TODAY ONLY (11/30), Ulta is offering both 40% off all Maybelline eye and lip cosmetics and BOGO1/2OFF all

How to Make Today's Urban Decay Flash Sale Even Better

In case you missed it, the Urban Decay Flash Sale for today (11/30 only) is 3 eyeshadow singles for $36 with free shipping. But I have a tip about how to get an even better deal...






You can enter code UD20 on the Urban Decay site for an additional 20% off this deal! This will bring your total down to about $30 including tax (and remember, you get free shipping). So that breaks down to about

Zoya Cyber Monday Mystery Bag & Box Available NOW

Many thanks to longtime reader KD for this one! The Zoya Cyber Monday Mystery Bag & Box is available NOW:







The Mystery Bag & Box is $15 + free shipping and you can order it HERE (please note, you will get a message when ordering about delayed shipping times--due to the heavy volume/demand, it may take longer to get your package than a regular order from Zoya). 



Here are the only details

Review: Nyx Soft Matte Lip Creams in San Paulo and Cannes

Purchased by Me
In anticipation of the big Nyx Cyber Monday Sale (details of which Nyx has yet to reveal as of the time of this post), I thought that you might like to see a review of some Nyx lip colors that I've been loving lately. You know, just in case there's a fantastic deal on these come Monday!

I purchased these two shades about three months ago--I can't remember if I got them at Ulta

Start Date and Time of Ulta Cyber Monday Sale

There were some questions after my post yesterday as to the start date and time of Ulta's Cyber Monday Sale, so I wanted to clear that up for you! If you look at the banner above, you can see that it says "Cyber Monday online offers start at 9PM CST."

This banner caused some confusion and questions here and on the Nouveau Cheap Facebook page, since the information can be interpreted a few

Kat Von D Star Studded Eyeshadow Book $28 at Sephora + Free Shipping

Several readers both here and on social media alerted me to this deal this morning (thank you all so much!), and if you follow me on social media, you know that I posted about it the moment I found it. I figured that it would sell out pretty quickly, so I didn't think I could do an actual blog post before it was gone but, as of the time of this post, the Kat Von D Studded Eyeshadow Palette is

Ulta Cyber Monday Preview is Live

In case you haven't seen enough great deals from Ulta lately (I know, I know!) I just wanted to let you know that the Ulta Cyber Monday preview is now up:






You can CLICK HERE to view everything that's going to be available on Cyber Monday. This is an online-only event (duh, it's Cyber Monday) and it begins at 9PM EST on 11/30

UPDATE: I spoke directly with Ulta and they confirmed that the

Black Friday/Cyber Monday Beauty Sale Update

Well today's the day, my fellow beauty bargain shoppers! I hope you all have recovered nicely from yesterday's festivities (if you're in the US) and I hope you were able to get some great beauty deals last night and today. If not, don't worry because more fantastic beauty deals are coming for Cyber Monday!



Speaking of, I just did a HUGE update to my Black Friday/Cyber Monday Beauty

Ulta One-Day-Only Thanksgiving Sale is Live NOW

Heads up, Ulta shoppers!






In case you haven't heard, Ulta is having one-day-only Thanksgiving Sale that is live NOW and runs through 5PM CST 11/27 (or while supplies last).



CLICK HERE for the $10 & Under Deals

CLICK HERE for the $20 & Under Deals

CLICK HERE for the $30 & Under Deals



And remember that you get free shipping on orders over $25, no code required. Also remember that the

Urban Decay Flash Sale Update

MANY of you asked if I knew what time the Urban Decay Black Friday/Cyber Monday Flash Sales would go live on the site (last year I seem to recall them going live at 6AM Pacific). Well, I think this year they're doing things a bit differently:






At exactly 10PM Pacific tonight (11/26), I received the above email stating that the first flash sale (the Badass Lip Set) was now live on the UD site

Large Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale Update

I've been adding to and updating the Black Friday beauty sale round-up all day, with more updates to come! If you haven't checked it out in a while, definitely click HERE for a look.

Thanks again to everyone who has contributed info to that list--you have no idea how much I appreciate it!

HOT deals on LORAC, Zoya, Beauty Brands and more!

I don't recall there being so many great deals leading up to Black Friday in past years, but that's leaving a weird hole in my coverage because these sales don't fall into the Black Friday Round-Up category or the Ongoing Holiday Beauty Sale Round-Up category. So I figured I better just do a blog post and cover them here!




First up, LORAC is on HauteLook right now through Saturday morning and

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (11/23 - 11/29)

I'm not doing a Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sale Wrap-Up this week, because I already did one! Black Friday is THIS Friday (can you believe it?) so the drugstore sales for this week are already listed in my Black Friday/Cyber Monday Beauty Round-Up HERE.



PS: I added lots of new brands/retailers to that list, and I will adding more like crazy in the days to come. So definitely keep checking

The Lipstick League - week of 11.17.14

 



The Lipstick League Question of the Week


Do your beauty spending habits change during the holidays? Do you tend to purchase more (or less) beauty-related items for yourself at this time of year?

G's answer: I would love to say that I spend less on beauty products this time of year (since I really should be thinking about presents for others) but sadly, this is NOT the case. Too many

Spotted: NEW Physicians Formula Eye Booster Instant Lash Extensions Kit

If you're a mascara person, then I'm sure you know that two-step fiber mascaras are HUGE right now. I'm old enough to remember the previous wave of fiber mascaras, which were kind of a hot mess (for me, at least) since they used to flake all over the place and irritate my eyes like crazy.



That said, this new generation of fiber mascaras seems to be much improved, but many of them are on the

Spotted: NEW 2015 Physicians Formula Nude Wear Products

Attention Physicians Formula fans! If you've been following my posts for the last few weeks, then you know that there are lots of new PF products now popping up in stores, with even more to come (check out my Physicians Formula tag HERE to catch up if you missed my previous posts).

And now we've got three new Nude Wear products for 2015! I have some pics to share with you thanks to reader

Rouge Bunny Rouge on HauteLook and EcoTools Early Black Friday Sale

A few quick things to share with you today:

I don't think that Rouge Bunny Rouge has ever been on HauteLook before (please correct me if I'm wrong), so I wanted to mention that the sale is live now and runs through Monday morning.

Also, in case you didn't get the email:






Enter code THANKFUL14 on the EcoTools website for 35% off your order now through 11/23 (excludes sale items and bundles)

Free Shipping on All Orders at Ulta.com and NEW $5 off $10 Purchase Coupon

Have you been wanting just one (or two, or three) small items from Ulta, but not enough to qualify for free shipping? Well today is your lucky day:






Today only, 11/21, all orders ship for free on the Ulta site, no minimum required, no code required. And Ulta has just released this $5 off $10 purchase coupon (you can use this online or in-store). This coupon is valid now through 11/26.

Tiny

Sally Beauty Pre-Black Friday Sale

Here's a double whammy for your Friday:




Today only (Friday, 11/21): receive a $10 Sally Beauty gift card with any $40 purchase in-store or online. If you didn't get the email from Sally Beauty, then hopefully you can just show them this image to redeem in-store. Online use code 555160.

Today through Sunday (11/23): take an extra 50% off red tag clearance nails and styling tools. By "nails"

Here's Your Reminder: Allure Winter 2014 Beauty Box On Sale 11/25

Are you ready for another round of madness?

If you're new to the Allure Beauty Box, this is pretty much "the mother of all beauty boxes" since it contains all full-size products at a very reduced price (compared to retail). But great deals like this don't come without some struggle, and all you have to do is look at the comments on my post for the Summer 2014 Beauty Box to see that you may

Spotted: NEW CoverGirl Eye Shadow Quads, Bombshell Pow-der Brow + Liners and More

I can't even keep up with how many new CoverGirl products are launching right now (you can click my CoverGirl tag HERE to see all of my recent "spotted" posts). And now there are even more!

Many thanks to reader Gabrielle for this sighting. Gabrielle spotted a large floor display at her local Harmon this week and was nice enough to share lots of pics with us. Take a look!




image credit:

Spotted: Additional CoverGirl Colorlicious Lipstick Shades

Many thanks to reader Gabrielle for this one! Remember the other day when I showed you some of the new-for-2015 CoverGirl Colorlicious Lipsticks? Well Gabrielle spotted a display with the full range this week and was nice enough to share some pics:





I added her pics to my original post HERE, if you'd like a closer look at these new lippies.



Thanks so much for this sighting, Gabrielle!

Hot Deal on Ulta Cosmetics - Now Through 11/23

If you didn't see this in the Ulta email today, check it out:






For four days only (now through 11/23), in-store and online, most Ulta eye, face, lip and nail cosmetics are on sale for $5 each (excludes brushes and holiday items). This sale includes regular Ulta products that normally retail for $6-$18, so it's a great way to try some things. And if you spend $12, you get a free Ulta Cosmetic

Sale Updates (PS: I Need Your Help)

Just a quick note to let you know that I have updated both the Black Friday Beauty Sale Round-Up and Holiday 2014 Beauty Sale Round-Up lists with lots of new info, and I will continue to update these lists regularly whenever I receive new sale info (and I will be updating the CVS Beauty Clearance Sale master list tomorrow). Spoiler Alert: The Macy's Beauty Doorbusters this year are

Spotted: Large (and Permanent) e.l.f. Display at CVS

Over the past few years, there's no denying that e.l.f. has been popping at more and more retailers across the country. In additon to Target, Kmart, Walgreens, Walmart, Dollar Tree, Big Lots, etc. etc., e.l.f. has recently started to pop up at select Old Navy stores and even 7-11 stores!

In my area, CVS has been carrying a few select e.l.f. items in little counter displays (mostly nail polish)

Spotted: NEW CoverGirl Colorlicious Lipstick and Ultra Smooth Hair Smoothing Foundation + Applicator

UPDATED on 11/20/14 with additional lipstick photos.

In addition to the brand new CoverGirl Lip Lavas, Full Lash Bloom Mascara and Smoochies Lip Balms, there are some other new CG goodies headed your way. Do you remember the new Ulta Smooth Hair Smoothing Foundation + Applicator that I showed you HERE? Well it has officially landed in stores, and there are new CoverGirl lipsticks, too!

Many

Spotted: Walgreens Revo Holiday 2014 Limited Edition Holiday Party Lip Balms

I want to thank several of you here and on social media for letting me know that the Walgreens Revo Holiday Collection has landed at Walgreens stores. I've been looking for these like crazy since I first heard about them, but no luck (yet). If you haven't seen these yet, here's a great pic of the display kindly submitted by reader @amynicolek_ on Instagram:




image credit: @amynicolek_ for

Review: Ulta Nude Eyeshadow Palette

Purchased by Me 
Back at the end of October, Ulta released their new Nude Eyeshadow Palette. I posted about it then and I couldn't get it out of my head (I'm such a sucker for nude eyeshadow palettes...I must have them all!). So I ordered one from the Ulta site shortly after my intial post (I haven't been to an actual Ulta store in a while so I'm not sure if it's also available in-store).

So

Spotted at Walgreens: Disney Jasmine Collection

12/3/14: Updated with additional sightings.

I've mentioned a few times here on the blog that there's another Disney beauty collection coming to Walgreens before the end of the year, and guess what? It's here! Many thanks to reader @glitterrox on Instagram for this one. @glitterrox spotted the Kiss Disney Jasmine Nail Art Kit at her local Walgreens in NYC the other day and kindly shared this pic:

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (11/16 - 11/22)

Your weekly wrap-up of drugstore beauty sales and more...




Note: If you are new to drugstore sales and you are not sure how "BOGO1/2OFF" sales work, please take a moment to click here.





PRINTABLE BEAUTY COUPONS



Some of the coupons listed below may go nicely with this week's sales, so take a moment to match them up accordingly.



Click here for coupons.com printable beauty coupons

The Lipstick League - Week of 11.10.14

 



The Lipstick League Question of the Week


 What’s your go-to party makeup look? Smoky eyes? Cat-eye liner? Bright lips?

G's answer: Oh I have a standard "uniform" when it comes to party makeup, and I rarely stray from it! I always go with a nude or champagne shimmery shadow, thick black liquid liner winged out a bit more than usual, heavy mascara on my upper lashes and no liner or mascara

Sneak Peek: NEW CoverGirl Smoochies Hydrating SPF15 Lip Balms

First the new Lip Lavas, and now these? CoverGirl is stepping it up for 2015!




image source: CoverGirl Instagram page

New for 2015: 

CoverGirl Lip Smoochies Hydrating SPF15 Lip Balms



CoverGirl posted this sneak peek on their Instagram page today along with the following caption:



"These new Smoochies Lip Balms are the balm dot com. #covergirl"



I immediately thought of the Revo lip

Beauty News (New Product Launches, Acquisitions and More)

If you're new to this blog, occasionally I like to share with you various news tidbits related to the beauty world. So here's a round-up of noteworthy beauty news for your Sunday reading...





image source: yahoo.com

NEW John Frieda Beach Blonde Smooth Seas Collection

(with the return of an old favorite)


Remember back in October I mentioned that John Frieda was going to bring back a fan

Review: IT Cosmetics Holiday 2014 Limited Edition Naturally Pretty Celebration Matte Luxe Transforming Eyeshadow Palette

Purchased by Me
Yes, you're on the right blog. This is Nouveau Cheap and I'm reviewing a higher-end beauty product. Allow me to explain before you click that little "x" box!

A little while back, when Ulta sent that 20% off coupon to select customers (this was the one that was good toward basically everything, even prestige cosmetics), I was having some trouble deciding what to get as a treat to

Spotted: NEW CoverGirl Lip Lava Collection (and New Nail Gloss Shades)

"It's not a gloss, a balm or a lipstick. It's hotter. It's lava." 

Aaah, CoverGirl. You know how to get to me. You really do.

Many thanks to longtime reader and contributor @roguedarkholme on Instagram for this one. @roguedarkholme spotted the new CoverGirl Lip Lava display today and kindly shared pics of the display. Take a look!




image credit: @roguedarkholme for Nouveau Cheap

NEW

Updates (CVS Beauty Clearance Sale and More)

Just a few quick things:

1) I just finished a huge update to the CVS Beauty Clearance Sale Master List HERE, with new brands, new products and new shades. Thanks so much to everyone who continues to tag their haul pics with #cvsbeautyclearance because it helps SO much to check and cross-check info!

2) I have added a "quick links" menu bar to my blog, with all of the links you may want access to

Review: Maybelline Color Tattoo Leather in Deep Forest

Purchased by Me 
I know that many of us (many, many) have been wanting Maybelline to come out with more matte options in their Color Tattoo line. Well I'm sure you know by now that the Maybelline Color Tattoo Leathers are part of the permanent collection. About a month ago I picked up the most intriguing shade in the range (to me, at least!), called Deep Forest.

Since I know that many of you

Attention Maybelline Color Tattoo Pure Pigment Fans

If you love the Maybelline Color Tattoo Pure Pigments (would you believe I still haven't tried any of these???) then you're going to want to know about this:




Maybelline Color Tattoo Pure Pigment Eyeshadows

$3.49 each (ALL SHADES) on the Ulta website
(regularly $6.99)



All shades are now 50% off ($3.49) on the Ulta website (I do not know if this sale is also in-store). And to sweeten the

Rimmel Wonder'Lash Mascara with Argan Oil Has Landed in the US

Right on schedule! Remember back in August when I told you that Rimmel had just released a new argan oil mascara in the UK? It seems that about 3-6 months after Rimmel releases something in the UK, they release it in the US. And what do you know...




image credit: Jazzy for Nouveau Cheap

NEW Rimmel Wonder'Lash Mascara with Argan Oil
(retail: $9.99 at CVS; 0.37 oz)




Thanks to reader Jazzy (@

Spotted: NEW Sally Hansen Limited Edition Patent Gloss & Luxe Lace Collection

Well what do we have here? New limited edition polishes from Sally Hansen!

Many thanks to reader Jazzy (@beautyfoolgrl on Instagram) for this sighting. Jazzy spotted the new Patent Gloss & Luxe Lace collection at her local Hamon this week and was nice enough to share some pics. Take a look!




image credit: Jazzy for Nouveau Cheap
NEW Sally Hansen Limited Edition Patent Gloss & Luxe Lace

Spotted: NEW Sally Hansen Velvet Texture Nail Color Collection

Wondering which new collections are going to fill the void left by the various Sally Hansen polishes that are being discontinued (Sugar Shimmers, Fuzzy Coats, etc.)? Well here's one of them!

Many thanks to two lovely readers for this one. First up, longtime reader KD recently spotted the new Velvet Texture collection at her local Meijer and was nice enough to share this display pic with us:

The Wednesday Question (I Just Have to Know Edition)

Alright, it's been long enough. I have to know:



Did you try Reverse Washing? If so, what did you think?



You know what I think of it, but I'm dying to know how many of you tried it after my blog post and, more importantly, did it work for you? Did you follow my tips, or did you forge your own path and find a better technique? Tell me, tell me!

CVS Winter 2014 Beauty Clearance Sale Master List

It's that time again, CVS shoppers! The sightings have begun, so you know what that means...



LAST UPDATE: 11/13/14 - 2:15PM PACIFIC

If you're a veteran of the Semi-Annual CVS Beauty Clearance Sales, feel free to skip the stuff below and go straight to the list. But if you're NEW to this sale, I strongly suggest you take a moment to read through the FAQs that I've compiled after years of

Holiday 2014 Beauty Sale Round-Up

FREE SHIPPING DAY is December 18th, 2014. On this day, hundreds of retailers will offer free shipping on their websites with no minimum order required. You can check THIS SITE for a list of the retailers participating (more and more will be added to that list as we get closer to the date).


EcoTools - now through 12/21, receive free shipping on orders $25+ (lowered from $35+). No code

Black Friday/Cyber Monday 2014 Beauty Sale Round-Up

DISCLAIMER: Every effort is made to bring you the most detailed, accurate information possible. The deals below are either given to me directly from brands/retailers/PR, obtained directly from printed sale ads or (kindly!) submitted by readers. Occasionally I may obtain information that is not 100% accurate so there may be slight errors listed below. I always do my best to update/correct any

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (11/9 - 11/15)

Your weekly wrap-up of drugstore beauty sales and more...



ULTA DEALS: Now through 11/29 in-store and online, Zoya, China Glaze, Orly, Spa Ritual and Ginger + Liz polishes are B2G1FREE (you can mix and match between brands). Also, all L'Oreal cosmetics, skincare, haircare and hair colors are B2G1FREE (again, you can mix and match). If you're ordering online and you're a few dollars under

QVC Today's Special Value (11/10 Only): Tarte Sweet Indulgences Holiday Gift Collection

In case you haven't heard about this one yet:






Details (and swatches) after the jump...








This is a Today's Special Value available today only (11/10) on the QVC site HERE (they also accept phone orders, of course--you can get the number by clicking that link). Shipping is $7.72 and you can also get this on three Easy Pays of $19.98 each.



This set includes all full-size products:

I Need Your Input (Please!)

I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed right now (in a good way!) and I would very, VERY much like your input on a few things. If you would take a moment to read through this post and vote in the poll below, I would be forever grateful (thank you in advance!).

This time of year is crazy. No doubt about it. I'm trying my very best to bring you everything you need in terms of helping you save the most

The Lipstick League - week of 11.3.14

The Lipstick League Question of the Week


Do you use face primer? If so, what are some of your favorites? 



G's answer: Well if you caught my Eclos primer review a while back, you know I found a new holy grail product in that one. But a kind reader on Twitter mentioned to me the other day that it's no longer on the Freeman website, so I fear that it might have been discontinued (insert

LORAC Pro Cream Eyeliners Added to VIP Sale Page (plus, Free Shipping!)

If you're new to LORAC'S VIP Sale Page (or the LORAC site in general), you should know that LORAC offers free everyday shipping on all orders, no minimum order required. Combine that with their VIP Sale Page, which  is often filled with lots of great, discounted items, and that's a nice way to try some higher-end beauty without breaking the bank.

I want to thank reader @psparky01 on Instagram

Reader Swatches of the J. Cat Beauty Wonder Lip Paints Now Available Online & In-Store at Ulta

I've got some great news for those of you who have been wanting to try the J. Cat Beauty Wonder Lip Paints (OCC Lip Tar "dupes")! As I mentioned the other day, half of the shades in the full range are now popping up at Ulta stores, and they are also now available for purchase on the Ulta website (and remember, this week you get free shipping at Ulta.com on all orders of $25+, no code required).

Zoya BOGOFREE Sale Now Through 11/12 (and Free Shipping on Orders $15+)

Do you need more temptations today? Of course you do!





Now through 11:59pm EST on 11/12, Buy any Naturel, Naturel 2, Entice or Ignite Collection shades and get one FREE with code BFF on the Zoya website. PLUS, you get free standard ground shipping on orders of $15 or more.

As reader Jen (@aggiesdoitbetter on Instagram) was telling me earlier, all you basically have to do is choose 4

Revlon Summer 2014 Limited Edition Super Lustrous Lipsticks Added to Permanent Collection

Well this is great news! If you missed out on the limited edition Super Lustrous lipsticks in the Summer 2014 Limited Edition Rio Rush Collection, guess what? They're permanent now! Many thanks to reader Anon in NY for this one. Anon spotted both shades in the permanent Revlon display at her local Harmon the other day, and shared this pic:




image credit: Anon in NY for Nouveau Cheap

Revlon

Too Faced Friends & Family Sale Now Through 11/14

It is indeed Friends & Family season in the beauty world. Between the Sephora VIB madness (I'm not a VIB because I didn't spend the minimum $350 this year at Sephora, so no temptations there for me!), the recent Ulta discount (no longer available), theBalm's flash sale earlier today, the Beauty.com 20% off sale (both of which I've already blogged about), and then the 20% off coupon I just

Kohl's Beauty Trade-In Event 9:00AM Tomorrow (11/8) at Participating Stores

I want to thank several readers here and on social media for alerting me to the fact that select Kohl's stores are having another Beauty Trade-In Event tomorrow (Saturday, 11/8) at 9AM. I first heard from you about this on Nov. 2nd, and since that time I've been trying to get more info (like I posted about for last year's event) as to which stores will be participating. Unfortunately, my contact

Spotted: NEW Revlon 2015 Nail Collection (New Core Shades & Transforming Effects Top Coats)

They're here! The new Revlon nail color shades and Transforming Effects Top Coats that I posted about a while back have landed! And guess what? They're permanent (not limited edition). That means no scrambling or rushing, and we can all take our time and wait for a good sale to do some major haulin'!

Many thanks to two lovely readers for the great pics. First up, reader Michelle (@chaliboo on

Spotted: NEW Revlon Photoready Insta-Fix Makeup and Prime + Anti-Shine Balm

A new stick foundation AND a new primer + anti-shine balm? Aaaah Revlon, you're killin' me over here!

Many thanks to two lovely readers for the following sighting. First up, reader Michelle (@chaliboo on Instagram) spotted the Instant Skin Retoucher display at her local Bed Bath & Beyond this week and shared lots of pics. Take a look:





image credit: Michelle for Nouveau Cheap

Revlon 

Spotted: NEW Revlon Photoready Airbrush Effect Makeup

If you love Revlon (and I'm guessing you do if you're reading this blog) then you're going to love my next few blog posts. There are lots of new Revlon products now popping up in stores, and here's one of them!

Thanks to reader Michelle (@chaliboo on Instagram) for this sighting. Michelle spotted the new Revlon Photoready Airbrush Effect foundation at her local Bed Bath & Beyond this week and

Spotted: NEW CoverGirl Lashblast Full Lash Bloom Mascara

UPDATE: More pics and info added below.

It's that time, dear readers. Lots of the "coming soon" posts I've done in the past are coming full circle as these products are now starting to pop up in stores!

Today I have the new CG Full Lash Bloom Mascara to show you, thanks to reader Hillary (@hillary_allen on Instgram). Hillary spotted this mascara at her local Fred Meyer and was nice enough to

Spotted: NEW L'Oreal Infallible Pro-Set & Spray Makeup Extender Setting Spray

It's here! If you caught my "coming soon" blog post earlier this week, then you know that L'Oreal has just released their first setting spray. And thanks to two wonderful readers, I have pics of the display for you today, as well as a quick comparison to Urban Decay's All Nighter Setting Spray. 

First up, reader Saira spotted this display at her local Bed Bath & Beyond this week and was nice

HOT Ulta Deals (but Hurry Because One Is Today Only)

If you didn't get the email from Ulta today, check this out:






TODAY ONLY (11/6) get the Laura Geller Baby Cakes To Go Palette for $15 (regularly $42). What?!?! Yep! This offer is online only, but remember that this week you get free shipping on all orders $25+, no code required. 



Keep reading for the details on another HOT Ulta deal...






In-store and online, get the Bare Minerals Up

TheBalm Cosmetics 50% Off Flash Sale Friday, 11/7

Here's your friendly reminder:






I'm hoping that theBalm website doesn't crash this time around (as with their previous flash sales that I've blogged about in the past). I think that the last time theBalm did a flash sale, they ended up extending the time of the sale to accommodate those who weren't able to place orders. I'm guessing that if their servers crash again, they'll probably extend

Spotted: NEW Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara

Three things are making me want to run to my local Bed Bath & Beyond right now:

1) Maybelline has a new mascara.

2) The packaging is metallic rose.

3) Maybelline has a new mascara.

Longtime readers know that I adore Maybelline mascaras and I must try them all. It doesn't hurt when the packaging is super cute. Plus, Christy is the model on the display (my #1 favorite supermodel of the 90s whom

Milani Rose Powder Blushes to Become Permanent in 2015

In quite possibly the best news I heard all day, Milani announced on their Instagram today that the limited edition Rose Powder Blushes that we all know and love (and covet) are becoming PERMANENT in 2015:




image source: Milani Instagram page



Milani writes:

"You asked, and we heard you loud and clear! Coming back in January, our Rose Powder Blushes. Except, this time, they'll be part of

Hard Candy Holiday 2014 Gift Sets (ENTIRE COLLECTION)

A little while back, I showed you some of the Hard Candy Holiday 2014 Gift Sets that are now popping up at Walmart stores. But did you know that those were just a FEW of the whopping 24 gift sets Hard Candy is offering us for Holiday 2014?

Today I have the entire collection to share with you, so sit back, relax and get to scrollin'! There's a lot to cover here and I'll show them to you in

Pure Ice Holiday 2014 Collection

Attention Pure Ice fans! There are five NEW shades for Holiday 2014 which should be landing in Walmart stores any minute now (if you haven't seen them at your Walmart already!). Here's a closer look:




Pure Ice Holiday 2014 Collection

(retail: $1.97 each at Walmart stores nationwide)

Keep reading for a closer look...





Santa Merry Me: Iridescent reddish gold polish melody with red  hex

Spotted: NEW L'Oreal Infallible Eye Shadow Crayon Collection

It's been a while since L'Oreal came out with jumbo eye shadow pencils, right? Well that's all about to change...

Many thanks to reader @simply_beauty93 on Instagram for this one. @simply_beauty93 spotted the new Infallible Eyeshadow Crayons at her local Bed Bath & Beyond this week and shared a pic--take a look!





image credit: @simply_beauty93 for Nouveau Cheap

L'Oreal Infallible Eye Shadow

Sneak Peek: Milani Fierce Foil Eyeshines and Fierce Foil Eyeliners

In addition to the Color Statement Moisture Matte Lipsticks I showed you the other day, Milani posted some sneak peeks at some of their new 2015 eye products this week on social media. In case you haven't seen these yet, here you go!




image source: Milani Instagram page

Coming in 2015: Milani Fierce Foil Eyeshines



Milani writes:



"A First! Ground-breaking gloss technology formulated

Sneak Peek: Physicians Formula Spring 2015 Products

It's been a sneak-peek kinda day, and I have even more up my sleeve before I call it a night! Many thanks to reader Tara (@taraaroth on Instagram) for this one. Tara let me know that Milly Almodovar Thompson, Senior Beauty Editor for Cosmo for Latinas (and also author of Beauty Logic Blog) shared a sneak peek of some beautiful new products from Physicians Formula on her Instagram today:




image

Coming Soon: L'Oreal Infallible Pro-Spray & Set Makeup Extending Setting Spray

UPDATE: this product has landed in stores! Come check out the display HERE.

A few months ago, some little birdies mentioned to me that L'Oreal was going to be a releasing a setting spray. Well I hadn't seen anything in the press about this new product...until today! Thanks to two lovely readers for this one:




image credit: Lenn for Nouveau Cheap

image source: Cosmopolitan Magazine -

Spotted: NEW Almay Smart Shade Butter Kiss Lip Color Collection

Well that was fast! Just a few days ago I showed a sneak peek at the new Almay Butter Kiss Lip Colors due out in December, and guess what? They're here!

Many thanks to reader Kristen (@kristenmick on Instagram) for this one. Kristen spotted the Butter Kiss display at her local Bed Bath & Beyond this week and kindly shared pics and info with us. Take a peek!




image credit: Kristen for Nouveau

Vitabath Holiday 2014 Limited Edition Body Wash and Body Lotion Collection

You know I'm a huge fan of Vitabath products (found at Ulta, Kmart, Rite Aid and other retailers). I think I've blown through five or six bottles of their Cupcake Couture Luscious Lemon Créme Moisturizing Body Wash since my review in August of 2013. I swear I could drink that stuff it's so yummy. ANYWAY, I just wanted to let you know that when I was on the Vitabath website yesterday, I spotted

Today Only (11/4): Free Shipping on Orders $15+ on the e.l.f. Website

Just in case you haven't heard:






Today only (11/4) through 11:59PM PST, enter code VOTE on the e.l.f. website to receive free shipping on orders $15+. I probably don't have to tell you that this is a great deal, since you usually have to order $40+ to receive free shipping on the e.l.f. site. If you've been wanting just a few things from e.l.f. lately, now's your chance!



Info from the

The next Time You're Debating Whether or Not You Really "Need" That Talenti...

Purchased by Me 




Yes. Yes, you do. 


I broke my cute Q-Tip holder the other day and noticed that Mr. G had saved our Talenti Roman Raspberry jar (probably to reuse for storing homemade salsa, trail mix, etc.). I grabbed it out of the sink, gave it a good washing and voilà!






I'm sure I'll eventually find another cute Q-Tip holder for my vanity, but this'll do just fine in the meantime.

Review: Revlon Fall/Winter 2014 Limited Edition Luxe Crème Eyeshadow

Purchased by Me 
Remember back at the end of August when I first posted pics of the Revlon Boho Chic Collection for Fall/Winter 2014? Well would you believe that I've been looking for the Luxe Crème Eyeshadow in that collection ever since? As you probably know, there are two versions of the Boho Chic display in stores. One version has only some of the items in the collection, while the other

Beauty.com 20% Off Friends & Family Event

If you don't already have a Beauty.com account, here's a reason why you might want to sign up ASAP:






It's back! The Beauty.com 20% off sitewide Friends & Family Event is back and it's going on NOW (I just checked) and runs through 11/7. Keep reading for the details about how to get your code...




In years past, Beauty.com has sent a customer-specific code via email to those who have an

Select Milani Cosmetics on Sale at CVS Now Through 11/22

I was at a local CVS today and spotted something that I wanted to pass along to my fellow Milani fans:






Now through 11/22, select Milani cosmetics are $1 off at CVS. As you can see above, this sale includes all Color Statement Nail Lacquers.



Keep reading to see what else I spotted on sale from Milani...








All Gel Powder Eyeshadows are also $1 off now through 11/22. I did not see any

Spotted: J.Cat Beauty Wonder Lip Paints at Ulta

So the other day on Twitter, reader Lisa of Swatchesandwhatnot blog mentioned to me that she heard that Ulta was starting to sell the J.Cat Beauty Wonder Lip Paints (OCC Lip Tar "dupes") in stores, but not online. As luck would have it, reader Krystle (@MUEnthusiast8 on Twitter) actually spotted these at her Ulta this week and shared some info (and a pic). Take a look!

NOTE: These are the same

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (11/2 - 11/8)

Your weekly wrap-up of drugstore beauty sales and more...




Note: If you are new to drugstore sales and you are not sure how "BOGO1/2OFF" sales work, please take a moment to click here.





PRINTABLE BEAUTY COUPONS



Some of the coupons listed below may go nicely with this week's sales, so take a moment to match them up accordingly.



Click here for coupons.com printable beauty coupons

Spotted: Target-Exclusive Burt's Bees Limited Edition Pumpkin Spice Lip Balm

As the interwebs say, "Pumpkin Spice All the Things!"

If you're looking for a new pumpkin spice fix, and you're a fan of Burt's Bees, I've got just the thing for you today, thanks to reader Tay Maria. Tay Maria spotted the Target-exclusive Burt's Bees Limited Edition Pumpkin Spice Lip Balms at her Target this week and kindly shared some pics of the display. Take a look!




image credit: Tay

The Lipstick League - week of 10.27.14

The Lipstick League Question of the Week


What is your favorite season when it comes to new beauty collections? 



G's answer: Definitely fall. I love all of the rich, jewel-toned shades that we typically get in the fall, since those types of colors always work better for my skintone. I do love spring collections though, because pastels are so fun when the weather starts to warm up. But I

Spotted: Flower by Drew Barrymore Holiday 2014 Gift Sets

In addition to all of the Holiday 2014 gift sets I've been showing lately at the drugstores, Walmart has some nice holiday gift sets available right now as well (here are the Hard Candy Holiday 2014 Gift Sets if you missed those). But did you know that Flower by Drew Barrymore also has some nice gift sets for this holiday season at Walmart right now? I didn't...until today!

Many thanks to reader

HOT DEALS on theBalm, Vincent Longo, Stila, Cargo and More (Hurry before They're Gone!)

I'm trying to get this post up as quickly as possible because I have a feeling these deals will sell out quickly (my apologies if they sell out by the time you read this)! Read on for the details (but hurry!)...




RIGHT NOW on the 6pm.com website, there are lots of new markdowns on theBalm Cosmetics, such as the How 'Bout Them Apples blush palette for $19.99, InStain Blush (select shades

Spotted: NYX Holiday 2014 Gift Sets at CVS and Ulta

If you haven't been to your local drugstores in a few weeks, then you might not know that the holiday beauty gift sets have started their annual invasion! Over the past few weeks I've shown you some of the Holiday 2014 gift sets from e.l.f., L.A. Colors, Profusion and Wet n Wild, and today I have some gift sets from NYX to show you, thanks to two lovely readers. I absolutely love this time of

Spotted: Wet n Wild Holiday 2014 Makeup & Nail Polish Gift Sets

UPDATED 9:00PM EST 10/31/14 - additional gift sets added below.

Lots of different Wet n Wild gift sets are starting to pop up at various retailers right now, so here's a round-up, courtesy of several lovely readers!

Reader Sara spotted some polish gift sets at her CVS recently and shared some pics:




image credit: Sara for Nouveau Cheap

Wet n Wild Holiday 2014 Mini Nail Color Gift Set

(

NEW Target-Exclusive ChapStick Total Hydration Collection (and More...)

The other day, reader @christopherbaltz on Instagram shared with me a pic of some new ChapSticks that he spotted at Target this week. There was a lot of buzz about these when I posted his pic on my Instagram, so I'm happy to tell you that I have some official info I can now share with you about this collection (and also some other ChapStick formulas now hitting stores). Take a look!




NEW

NEW Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips Extreme Shimmer Collection (Gel Cream Shadow Liners and More)

New Physicians Formula gel cream shadow/liners with a "hybrid formula"? And new "highly-pigmented liquid powder" eyeshadow palettes? Yep, and new eyeliner trios, too!





original images courtesy of physiciansformula.com

NEW Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips Extreme Shimmer Collection

(retail: $11.95 - $14.95)



Keep reading for more pics and product details...


Last week I showed you the

Coming This December: NEW Almay Butter Kiss Lipsticks

Many thanks to reader Jessica (@jessicag_562 on Instagram) for letting me know that Cosmo for Latinas posted this sneak peek on their Instagram page today:




image source: Cosmo for Latinas Instagram page

Coming this December: Almay Butter Kiss Lipsticks



Keep reading for more info and my thoughts about these...





First of all, I believe these will be new, permanent additions to the Almay

Coming Soon to the US(?): Maybelline Color Drama Intense Velvet Lip Pencils

When it comes to drugstore makeup, other countries often get things earlier than we here in the states. This is great for those of you who live in other countries, but it requires a bit of patience on our part here in the US!



Last week I showed you the nude eyeshadow palette that L'Oreal has released in the UK (oh how I hope it comes here...soon) and today I want to let you know that

My Halloween 2014 Manicure (So Easy, Even I Can Do It!)

At the start of each holiday season, I always have these grandiose plans to recreate really cute holiday-themed manicures that I see from my fellow bloggers. I have nothing but the best intentions, and for this Halloween I even chose a design that I felt pretty confident about recreating (oh how I love that patchwork/color-block manicure!).


But that's when reality steps in, slaps me (gently) in

Get 20% off Select Too Faced, LORAC and More...with Free Shipping!

This isn't quite as good as the previous codes that HSN has offered ($20 off any $40 purchase is the best and I hope they bring that back soon!). But with the holidays right around the corner, plus the enticement of free shipping on select beauty products from Too Faced, LORAC and more, I still want you to know about this one!

Keep reading for the details...

HSN is giving first-time customers

Review: CVS Essence of Beauty Naturally Indulgent Bath & Body Collection

Press Sample 
These days, a lot of people seem to be moving to more natural options when it comes to bath and body products. So it stands to reason that we're finding more natural beauty options at the drugstores, and I see that as a trend that's here to stay.

I was sent some of the new Essence of Beauty (CVS house brand) Naturally Indulgent products for review a while back, and I've been

The Wednesday Question

What is the one Holiday 2014 limited edition item/gift set that you want above all others?



None, because I got the one I really wanted a few weeks ago. I finally broke down and treated myself to the LORAC Mega Pro Palette the last time it was in stock on Amazon. And no regrets--it's even more beautiful in person than in all of the zillions of photos I've seen.

Zoya 3 for $15 Sale Now Through 11/2

Heads up, polish fanatics!






Now through 11/2, enter code ZOYATREATS on the Zoya website to receive ANY three nail polishes for $15. 



This is a nice deal considering that Zoya polishes retail for $9-$10 each regularly. Even with shipping ($6.95 for orders under $55, free shipping for orders over $55) that's still a good deal. Three $10 polishes + shipping would normally cost you $36.95.

Another Sneak Peek at the 2015 Milani Color Statement Moisture Matte Lipsticks

UPDATE: Milani posted swatches of the five shades below HERE.

Milani has posted a few sneak peeks of their upcoming Moisture Matte Lipsticks (all of which I've shown you here!) but yesterday they posted another one, and this one gives us a much clearer look at these babies! If you don't follow Milani on social media, here's the pic:




image source: Milani Instagram page

Coming in early 2015: 

More Walgreens Clearance Sightings (Revlon, Sally Hansen and More)

Back at the beginning of October, I showed you some 50% off clearance markdowns spotted in the permanent makeup displays at Walgreens HERE. Well there are many additional cosmetic items being spotted on 50% off clearance right now and I have some pics to share with you today, thanks to reader Jennifer (@jennifer3montes on Instagram)!

But first, a few important things:


If you're new to

Unboxing: Target Fall 2014 Beauty Box (PS: It's Still Available for Purchase)

Purchased by Me 
Back in the first week of October, I let you know that the Fall 2014 version of the Target Beauty Box was available for purchase. I know that many of you ordered the box at that time (so did I!) so I thought it might be fun to post the contents of the box I received a few weeks ago, so that we can all compare. I think we all got the same items except for the L'Oreal gloss (the

Spotted: Revlon Holiday 2014 Gift Sets

I've been hearing from several of you over the past week that Revlon has released some nice gift sets for Holiday 2014, and today I have pics of them for you, in case you haven't seen these yet!



Many thanks to reader Marie (@thebeautytheboss on Instagram) for sharing the following pics. Marie spotted these at her local Walgreens this week, and just today reader @amysaysbonjour on Instagram

The Holiday 2014 Snowman Polishes Have Landed

It's become a bit of a tradition around here for me to show you the annual Blue Cross Halloween Pumpkin and Holiday Snowman polishes from Blue Cross (I think this is my fifth year now--can you believe it?). The Halloween Pumpkin polishes were fun this year, but I was hoping that the Snowmen would be even better.

I found two displays at Rite Aid last week (there may be more displays to come, as

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (10/26 - 11/1)

Your weekly wrap-up of drugstore beauty sales and more...




Note: If you are new to drugstore sales and you are not sure how "BOGO1/2OFF" sales work, please take a moment to click here. Hope that helps!





PRINTABLE BEAUTY COUPONS



Some of the coupons listed below may go nicely with this week's sales, so take a moment to match them up accordingly.



Click here for coupons.com

Beautyblender Fantastic Four Set $39 + Free Shipping

Many thanks to reader Reina for this tip! If you're a beautyblender fan (or have been wanting to try a beautyblender), here's a great deal for you:







Right now at Beauty.com, you can get the beautyblender Fantastic Four Set for $39 with FREE SHIPPING (all orders over $35 ship free at Beauty.com, no code required). If you order now, it will ship in 1-2 weeks. Here's what this set includes:

The Body Shop Vouchers are Back on Groupon

Attention The Body Shop fans! The Groupon vouchers are back again, and this time you have two options:







Details, links, etc., after the jump...




Right now on Groupon, you can get $30 worth of The Body Shop merchandise for $15 or $50 worth of The Body Shop merchandise for $25. As always, these vouchers are only redeemable IN-STORE (not online). You can click the Groupon listing HERE to

The Lipstick League - week of 10.20.14

 



The Lipstick League Question of the Week

Is base coat an essential step for you when wearing nail polish?

If so, what are some of your favorites? 

G's answer: It actually isn't always essential for me. I find that certain nail polish formulas perform better for me without base coat. But when I do use base coat, it's almost always Orly Bonder, which has been my holy grail base coat for

New Ulta Nude Eyeshadow Palette

If you haven't heard, Ulta has a new Nude Eye Shadow Palette out and it retails for $12 on the Ulta website HERE. But in this week's ad (valid now through 11/1), there's this:





image source: Ulta weekly ad for 10/26 - 11/1



The funny thing is, when you click this image on page 4 of the Ulta ad, it takes you to this page that says "Sorry, this item is no longer available." But if you go to

Urban Decay Smoked Eyeshadow Palette $29 at Ulta (Regularly $49)

Many thanks to several of you this tip! If you didn't get the email from Ulta today, check this out:






Details, tips, etc., after the jump...




Starting today, Ulta is offering the Urban Decay Smoked Eyeshadow Palette (which comes with a full-size Perversion eyeliner and mini Primer Potion) for $29 (regularly $49). You can get this both online and in-store (you can check availability at

The Cutest Holiday 2014 Drugstore Gift Set I've Seen to Date

Over the past week, some of you have mentioned to me that there's an adorable Physicians Formula gift set now popping up at Walmart (thanks to everyone who took the time to tell me about it!). Well last night, reader Amanda (@manda272 on Instagram) kindly sent me a pic of this set, and NOW I understand what all the commotion is about:




image credit: Amanda for Nouveau Cheap

Physicians Formula

Spotted: NEW Physicians Formula Organic Wear BB Bigger! Better! Lashes Mascara and All-in-1 Beauty Balm Cream

If you're a longtime reader of this blog, then you know that I love the PF Organic Wear line--specifically the mascaras and CC cream, which is one of my favorites of all time. If you also love the Organic Wear line, then you'll be happy to know there are two new products now popping up in stores!

Thanks so much to reader @arzuinreview on Instagram for this one. @arzuinreview spotted this display

Spotted: Maybelline Holiday 2014 Limited Edition Ruby Star Baby Lips

UPDATE: Thanks to reader @bbw_and_beauty on Instagram for letting me know that there are two additional Holiday 2014 shades now surfacing in stores: Winter Flush and Pink Wishes. These two shades are in two-packs just like the one below. So as of the time of this post, there are THREE total Holiday 2014 Limited Edition Baby Lips shades. I'm wondering if this will be like Holiday 2012, when

Spotted In-Store: Kohl's-Exclusive theBalm Nude Dude Vol. 2 Palette & Body Builder Mascara Box Set

Last month I mentioned that the new theBalm Nude Dude Palette was available on the Kohl's website, where it comes with a full-size Body Builder Mascara for $39.50. Well guess what? It has officially been spotted IN-STORE too! Many thanks to reader Peyton for this sighting:




image credit: Peyton for Nouveau Cheap

theBalm Nude Dude Vol. 2 Eyeshadow Palette and

The Body Builder Black Mascara

Free Full-Size Bath & Body Works Ultra-Shea Body Cream with ANY Purchase (Now Through Sunday)

Planning a BBW run this weekend? If so, you'll want to grab this offer first:






Now through Sunday, receive a FREE full-size Ultra-Shea Body Cream (you pick the scent) with ANY BBW purchase. Just go to the BBW Facebook page HERE and click the "Get Offer" box to have this coupon emailed to you.



PS: After reading the comments on the BBW Facebook page, I noticed that a lot of people are

My Absolute Favorite Nail Color of Fall 2014

Press Sample 
I know that the buzz surrounding the Milani Fall 2014 Limited Edition Bedazzled Collection has focused primarily on the eyeliners and lipsticks, but when I received some products from this collection for review a while back, I kind of gasped when I saw this nail color in person.

If you're a longtime reader of this blog, then you know that I don't often go crazy over red nail

Review: e.l.f. Holiday 2014 3-Piece Plumping Lip Gloss Set

Purchased by Me 
Last week I showed you the e.l.f. Holiday 2014 Gift Sets that have landed at Walgreens, and I'm sure they'll be at Target again this year (and probably Big Lots too). There are actually more gift sets than what I first showed you HERE, but the other sets have blue packaging in case you want to start looking for them at your local Walgreens (I've seen some eyeshadow palettes in

Sneak Peek: Revlon 2015 Nail Colors

Thanks to reader @sabina__t on Instagram for letting me know that Hollywood Life recently posted a sneak peek at some new Revlon nail colors coming in 2015. Check it out:




image source: @hollywoodlife Instagram page

2015 Revlon Nail Colors



Here's what I can decipher from this photo....




It looks like there might be nine new core shades added to the Revlon lineup (the colors in the back

Coming in 2015: Jordana Modern Matte Lipsticks

Jordana posted a sneak-peek on their new Instagram page and you know I had to share. Check it out:




image source: Jordana Instagram page

Coming in 2015: Jordana Modern Matte Lipsticks



I don't know how many shades will be in the range or what the price will be, but since the packaging is similar to their Easyshine Glossy Lip Colors (reviewed HERE back in 2011), I'm guessing they'll be in

Spotted: L.A. Colors Holiday 2014 Gift Sets

I've you've seen my recent Holiday 2014 drugstore gift set posts, then you know that we're officially in "Look Up" season at the drugstores. In short, that means that the annual flood of beauty-related gift sets are now hitting drugstores, and sometimes you can only find them by looking up to the higher shelves outside of the beauty department. Retailers often run out of room in the beauty

Now Available: NEW CoverGirl + Olay Ultra Smooth Hair Smoothing Foundation + Applicator

No, there aren't any typos in that headline. If you haven't heard about this yet, CoverGirl has released a new foundation that promises to smooth the hair (peach fuzz) on your face, and it has already won a Beauty Breakthrough Award from Allure Magazine. Sound interesting? Read on for the details...





image source: P&G Shop website

NEW CoverGirl Ultra Smooth Hair Smoothing Foundation +

L'Oreal Nude Eyeshadow Palette Coming in 2015?

Thanks to reader @sabina__t on Instagram for letting me know that today L'Oreal Canada posted this sneak peek on their Instagram page:




image source: L'Oreal Canada Instagram page

image credit: @kristinaargento on Instagram

NEW L'Oreal La Palette Nude

Coming to Canada Spring 2015



L'Oreal Canada writes:


"Product preview from our PR gal @kristinaargento: a game changing nude #eyeshadow

BREAKING BEAUTY NEWS: Wet n Wild 2015 Information (New Lines, New Shades and Discontinuations)

I received some very exciting information directly from Wet n Wild today and I can't wait to share it with you! All that I request is that you take a moment to read through this entire post before asking questions in the comments. My contact at Wet n Wild is prepared to field any questions you may have about this news, but I will of course only pass along questions that haven't already been

More Profusion Holiday 2014 Sets Now at Walgreens

If you're new to the brand Profusion, their products can often be found at Walgreens, Ross, Marshalls and even select Dollar Tree locations. Profusion is known for being extremely affordable, and sometimes I've found that the pigmentation of their eyeshadows isn't the greatest, but there are certain very noteworthy exceptions--especially when it come to their holiday collections.

If you missed

NEW e.l.f. Studio Limited Edition Baked Eyeshadow Trios

If you're a fan of e.l.f.'s baked products, then you might be interested to know that e.l.f. has just released four new and limited edition baked eyeshadow trios, available now on the e.l.f. website. Many thanks to reader @OHSKnight08 on Twitter for letting me know that these are now available! If you haven't seen them yet, take a look:





(original images courtesy of e.l.f. website)

NEW

Spotted: J.Cat Beauty Wonder Lip Paints (OCC Lip Tar Dupes)

I've been hearing some buzz about J.Cat Beauty on social media for the past year or so, but until today I thought that their products were only available online. You can imagine my surprise when reader Christina let me know that she spotted the J.Cat OCC Lip Tar dupes at her local Harmon this week. I had no idea that Harmon sold J.Cat in-store! Christina shared some pics of the display with us,

Info About the Ulta 20% Off Everything Coupon

As most of us Ulta shoppers know, when Ulta offers 20% off coupons, 99% of the time the coupon excludes prestige (higher-end) cosmetics. But about twice a year (I think it's twice a year?) they send a code to their customers for 20% off EVERYTHING (including prestige). So you may have received the following coupon today in your email:







The code included in your email is specific to you and

Review: ChapStick Holiday 2014 Limited Edition Flavors

Press Sample 
A little while ago I showed you the press info for the Holiday 2014 offerings from ChapStick. I actually received the new lip balms for review shortly after that post, so in case you haven't seen these in your area yet, here's a closer look!





ChapStick Holiday 2014 Limited Edition Collection






ChapStick Holiday 2014 Limited Edition Mixstix 

Vanilla Candy Cane Milkshake

($

L'Oréal Acquires Carol's Daughter

L'Oreal owns Urban Decay, Maybelline, Garnier, Essie and lots of other brands that many of us know and love. And just this past June, L'Oreal acquired NYX. But did you know that Carol's Daughter can now be added to that list?



Keep reading for the official press release and to watch a video announcement from Lisa Price, founder of Carol's Daughter...




From the L'Oreal website:


 New

Available Now: Ulta.com Exclusive LORAC Holiday 2014 Ultimate PRO Collection

I know that I normally don't blog about cosmetics with high price-points, but I do make exception when it comes to higher-end cosmetic value sets that can save you a nice chunk of change (versus purchasing each product individually), and especially when the value set contains two wildly popular items!

Given that the holidays are right around the corner, I want to make sure you know about this

The Weekly Drugstore Makeup Sales (10/19 - 10/25)

REMINDER: Now through 10/25 at Ulta, Revlon face cosmetics are $3 off and Revlon lip cosmetics are $2 off (in-store and online) and you can combine this offer with the $3.50 off $10 coupon here. Also, the Ulta Love Your Hair Event is happening now through 10/25. There are beauty steals available every day of this event (in-store and online). CLICK HERE for my picks and the full calendar of

Month-Long Jordana Cosmetics Sale at Walgreens (In-Store and Online)

I must have missed this the first few times I was at Walgreens this month, so just in case you missed it too, almost all Jordana Cosmetics are on sale now through November 1st (in-store and online). Check it out:




More pics, after the jump...

I snapped pics of everything that was marked on sale at my Walgreens, so here are more pics:















You can be sure that I stocked up on my Holy

The Lipstick League - week of 10.13.14

 



The Lipstick League Question of the Week


Now that the weather is getting cooler in the Northern hemisphere, what product do you rely on to keep your skin soft and moisturized? 


G's answer: Considering that the weather hasn't really cooled down much yet here in S. Cal, I haven't had to switch to my more heavy-duty moisturizers yet. BUT, I have been testing out the much-talked-about Dr.

Sinful Colors Holiday 2014: Three New Shades

Purchased by Me 
If you saw my post earlier today featuring the pic of the new Sinful Colors Holiday 2014 end-cap display that's now popping up at Walgreens, then you know that I was curious if there were other new holiday shades (aside from the two I blogged about here) in this display.

Well shortly after my post today, I stopped by Walgreens and they had the end-cap display (yay for finding

Holiday 2014 Nail Polish Sightings from Sinful Colors, Bonita Colors and More

I've got a lot to cover in the post so let's get right to it!

First up, as predicted when I first posted about the Sinful Colors Holiday 2014 Collections that started to pop up in these individual counter displays a while back, there's a new holiday end-cap display now showing up at Walgreens (if you catch this today, 10/18, you can still take advantage of the $0.99 Sinful Colors sale that ends

NEW L.A. Girl Beauty Brick Eyeshadow Collection Now Available for Purchase

If you don't follow L.A. Girl on social media, you might not be aware of the frenzy these new Beauty Bricks have been causing in the online beauty community. Last week L.A. Girl posted some teasers of these new palettes, and I'm delighted to tell you that they're now available for purchase!




image source: L.A. Girl Instagram page

NEW L.A. Girl Beauty Brick Eyeshadow Collection

Smoky, Ultra,

The Profusion $1 Palettes Are Back for Holiday 2014

Remember those great little $1 Profusion 5-pans that were available at Walgreens for Holiday 2013? These are an insanely good deal for $1 each and I once again want to thank longtime reader Kris Feral for alerting me the beauty of these palettes last year (Kris, you rock!).

So guess what? They're back for Holiday 2014! Many thanks to reader Meghan (@makeup_looks_and_reviews on Instagram) for

Spotted: Hard Candy Holiday 2014 Gift Sets

UPDATE: There's also a set of 12 Hard Candy baked eyeshadow singles for $9.98 now popping up at Walmart (in addition to everything below). Thanks to @ariana_araceli on Instagram for that tip!

Reader Sasha spotted some Hard Candy Holiday 2014 Gift Sets at her local Walmart yesterday and was nice enough to share some pics with us. Let's take a look!

NOTE: Hard Candy traditionally releases lots

Review: Sonia Kashuk Limited Edition 15th Anniversary Scent of Celebration Hand Creme Set (Now 50% off at Target)

Purchased by Me 
Last week, I mentioned that the Sonia Kashuk 15th Anniversary Brush Set was spotted on clearance at Target. Well did you know that ALL of the 15th Anniversary collection items are now on clearance? Yep! I went to my Target shortly after my original post and although I didn't find the brush set, I couldn't resist picking up the hand creme set. I have been eyeing the Sonia Kashuk