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Summer Lovin': Three Favorite Beauty Products

By MBonesGuest Blogger(view all posts by MBones)
at 10:42AM Saturday July 31, 2010
under Stuff We Like

Summer love burns the hottest of all. You fall in love during the long days and hope your love can last into the fall. I'm having a fling with three fabulous beauty must-gets and at this rate, I think we might still be together next summer.

Of my three new beauty obsessions, one is pricey, one is a huge bang for the buck and the third is a total cheap thrill. All three are perfect for your beauty needs for these hot summer months.

In this summer sun, I'm loving Josie Maran SPF 40 Argan Oil Sunscreen. It's a powerful sunscreen that doesn't feel like sunscreen. It's smooth; melting into your skin just like moisturizer. And instead of smelling like a bottle of Coppertone, it has a pleasant, earthy yet floral aroma. It protects skin from the sun's harmful rays while also reversing skin damage with healing Argan oil. Yes, it's $32--but it's all natural and a small bottle lasts and lasts.

Since summer can wreak havoc on your hair  and a Brazilian Blowout can wreak havoc on your wallet, it was only a matter of time before cosmetic scientists stepped up to the plate to help all of us suffering from summer frizz. At only $9.99, the brand spanking new miracle product, Frizz Control Lotus Shield from Avon, is your knight in shining armor. This treatment keeps your hair frizz free and shining for three days. It's a frugal girl's Brazilian blowout for less than a tenth the price.

E.L.F. has just arrived at Target meaning you can get the super inexpensive yet completely fabulous cult brand without paying for shipping. I'm loving this gloss set which feels like Stila but only costs a little more than a latte. Since a little summer tan means less makeup, these fun glosses can pretty up your look in a snap. Throw one in your purse, one in your beach bag, one in the car, one at work, and one at home and you can look polished and dressed up on the go.

Got a great summer love? Share it in the comment below!

Annie Mebane is a screenwriter and improviser living in Los Angeles--as well as a veteran Savings.com DealPro and beauty product aficionado.