You know when you go to touch up your makeup in a car, and for some impossible-to-understand reason there's no light next to the little mirror? So. Annoying. Carry this compact and it won't be an issue: It lights up! As for the color, the bright pink adjusts according to your body's PH, meaning it really does work on everyone. Of course they named it Rose.
Gloss balms make me smile. It's glossy; it's moisturizing. What's not to love? The CoverGirl gloss balms have a tinge more pigment than you'd expect -- I suggest using a mirror to apply the brighter shades. (I made that mistake once on the subway -- the result was not pretty.) Or opt for a neutral, nude-ish pink like Rose Twist. It's my new favorite.
Flowers make me sad. Well, they may me happy for a day or two, and then they make me sad. The water starts to stink (no matter how often you change it), the petals droop and fall, and you hold onto your formerly-beautiful arrangement for a few days too long -- just because you can't bare to toss it. Flowers are fleeting -- that's a reality. And roses are the worst offenders.
Makeup, on the other hand, can last. You can wear your favorite lipstick every day for six months before you need to buy a new one. Any time you're giving a gift to a woman -- mother, sister, coworker, whomever -- keep this in mind. It's guaranteed to make her happy every time she takes it out of her bag -- not just for a few days.
Coincidentally, when giving makeup as a gift, I opt for rose shades -- they look great on everyone, and they're classic. Sure, we've all gone through a hot pink phase at some point, but it's the rosy shades we come back to every season, regardless of the trends.
Whether you're looking for a new blush, lip balm, or eye shadow (rose gold!) for yourself or for a gift, I've got you covered with these rose beauty products. They range from creamy pink to almost crimson, and they'll flatter every skin tone. Most importantly, they'll outlive an actual bouquet by months -- if not years.
