Restaurant deals in Chicago:

First, always feel free to check out my Yelp Profile for suggestions :) sleopold.yelp.com

Second, there are lots of discount websites were you can wine and dine for cheap in the city!
*www.savored.com
*www.gdine.com
*www.restaurant.com
*www.blackboardeats.com/chicago
*www.scoutmob.com

ENJOY!

Kantic Brightening Moisture Mask

I received this product from the bloom ambassador program (http://www.bloom.com/makeupmaniac), and I was not a huge fan when I first tried it.  After several uses, I started to like the product.

First, the mask is creamy and does not harden with time.  In the beginning, I found that it was difficult to remove from my face, however over time I got used to it.  When you put it on, there is a slight tingling sensation.  It smells fantastic...like berries!  YUM!  Also, you can see in the pictures below, over time the mask gets darker.  After, my face is definitely moisturized and looks great.  I usually have a slight flush to my face that just looks healthy.  You can read more about Alchimie here: http://www.alchimie-forever.com/

Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes

"New Simple® Cleansing Facial Wipes are a convenient way to cleanse and refresh the skin - while removing even waterproof mascara. They are oil-free and alcohol-free and do not contain any dyes, artificial perfumes or harsh irritants that can upset your skin."
http://www.simple.co.uk/categories/Wipes-49.aspx

Well I received these in my beauty test tube from NewBeauty.  I love the idea of being able to use wipes to clean off my makeup, however all of the previous brands I have tried have not been great.  Simple is great!  They are large enough wipes to get your whole face.  They easily remove eye makeup without irritation.  I actually really liked these wipes.  I often work nights and I dont always have access to a sink to wash off my face so these wipes are an excellent product for me!  If you look below, you can see there is no irritation from the wipe and all of my makeup is removed.  I am in LOVE!

CoEnzyme Q10 Essence Mask

So I am trying to get wedding ready and my skin has really been breaking out.  I am on the hunt for the best mask at home.

One of the masks was a collagen mask from  LUS.  It is a CoEnzyme Q10 Essence Mask.
So I purchased this mask from my favorite spa...www.kingspa.com.  My face was breaking out and dry.  What is going on here!?!?!!??  What I really loved about the mask is that it was dripping wet with product when I pulled it out of the package.  I also find it funny that there are cut outs for your eyes, nose and mouth.  Haha, I could go about my day with the mask on.

Post 20 minutes of having the mask on, it was almost dried out.  I slowly peeled the mask off my face.  It seemed to really help with the dry patches of my face.  I really liked how moisturized my face felt.  I actually loved this mask because it really moisturized my face and my skin felt silky and soft.  Not to mention, any puffiness that was there was most definitely gone.  Love :)

Blue Eyeliner & Smokey Eye?!

So I have decided to go with the new trends...vibrant liners, white and black trends.

I love, love, love Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer.  I then used Pop's dual bronzer to give me a little glow.  Over that I layered Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush...which I love (Thank you New BEAUTY!)  On my eyes, I used a combination of my Urban Decay Naked Palette and Urban Decay Anniversary Palette to create a bold, smokey eye.  I then lined with my new vibrant NYX electric blue liner.  Wow, what a pop!  On my lashes, Diorshow mascara, layered with my Cargo Texaslash.

Halo Couture!

So I was at America's Beauty Show and I got wrapped into the section of hair extensions.  A friend pointed out this piece...it was like a hair bra!  The girl asked if I wanted to try it on.  I figured why not??  I had no idea that I would love it soooo much.  It made my very fine, thin hair look amazing, full, voluminous.  I was shocked.  Not to mention, it was super easy to put on and take off.  Its extensions without the commitment!  I had to have it.  I went back and bought it.  Its human hair.  You can wash and style as normal.  I guess the only thing is that you need to wash with sulfite free shampoo.  More photos to follow and possibly a video to show how easy it is to put on and off.  I want more!  I love it.  http://www.halocouture.com/

New Spa Stuff for Chicago!

So I have been slacking on my blog, but I have lots of great new reviews of products!!!

First, if you live in Chicago, check out my Yelp page for reviews to restaurants, spas, nails, etc.

I would like to share with you my two new favorite websites.

http://www.lifebooker.com/referral/sleopold22
This site is amazing.  They have loot, which is similar to Groupon, BUT they also have lifebooker which is an online booking site.  I love this feature because you can book directly from the site.  This way, you know that you are getting the price and deal.  Sometimes when I buy the coupons (loot, groupons, etc) I have such a hard time getting an actual appointment.  This takes away that step.

www.prettyquick.com
You can log in and search for appointments near you.  Its great.

So as far as my new favorite craze products...well I have to say that I love, love, love Essie Sleek Stickers.  These are perfect for a night out when you dont have time for a mani.  I personally cannot paint my nails.  I try and try and every time it looks like a two year old did it.  I just cant do it so these are really perfect.  Not to mention, the sizes of them fit my nails.  I also have tried the Sally Hansen brand, which I am a huge fan of as well and Modicure...which I did not like at all.

Also, I have signed up for New Beauty...this magazine is great and I love the test tube.  Check it out here...http://testtube.newbeauty.com/
I loved the tarte cheek color that was included in this test tube.  It is such a great pop of color, easily blendable, and overall, a great product.

So I am getting married this year and I have taken a liking to eye products.  I think by far the best eye mask is Chella.  http://chella.com/products/line/anti_fatigue
These bad boys work like a charm.  I love putting them on.  They have a great cooling sensation.  After I take them off, no joke, wrinkles are reduced, bags are gone.  Its really amazing.