Its Time to Stock Up at Nordstrom’s
It comes but once a year — a little over a fortnight for beauty product connoisseurs to indulge in exclusive sets, super-size editions of cult favorites and generous gifts with purchase — Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale is currently in full swing. After spending over a week poring, nay, obsessing over the offerings, I’ve finally narrowed it down to a few fabulous finds that you’ll not want to miss out on. But make haste, the sale ends Aug. 3! Add in a Nordstrom discount code and there is no reason not to check out the great deals.
Laura Mercier Flawless Expressions Set (Photo: Laura Mercier)
Makeup
Both warm and cool colors are represented in this exclusive collection for eyes, cheeks and lips, and you’ll love the smooth texture of long-lasting eye shadow Laura Mercier Flawless Expressions Set ($85.00)
Smashbox Studio Pro Brush Set (Photo: Smashbox Cosmetics)
For a perfect makeup application, look no further than Smashbox’s Studio Pro Makeup Brush Set ($89). This kit comprises 10 full-size brushes, including:
- Arched liner brush #21
- Angled brow brush #12
- Lip brush #6
- Full exposure dual-ended brush
- Precision concealer brush #5
- Shader brush #39
- Crease brush #10
- Blush brush #16
- Foundation brush #13
- Fan brush #22
I’m quite sure you don’t need me to tell you that this is an excellent price for such quality brushes!
Perricone MD Science of Plasma 2.0 Skin care set (Photo: Perricone MD)
Skin care
As longtime fan of both Dr. Nicholas Perricone’s highly edifying books on anti-aging and his skin care line, I am eager to procure this exceptional set of Perricone MD blue plasma products: The Science of Plasma 2.0 Set ($98.00). The Blue Plasma Orbital Daily Eye Peel is a mild, non-acidic peel made with salmon egg enzyme that will keep the delicate skin tissue in your eye area smooth and wrinkle-free.
Bottega Veneta Fragrance Set (Photo: Bottega Veneta)
Scent
I love chypre fragrances, which tend to stand out against the endless parade of fruity-florals. I never seem to tire of sniffing the chypre Bottega Veneta, with its exquisite blend of Italian bergamot, Brazilian pink pepper, Sambac jasmine, leather, oak moss and patchouli — gorgeous! I shan’t be passing up on this Bottega Veneta Fragrance Set ($131.00). It contains a 2.5 eau de parfum spray and a 6.7-ounce body lotion.
