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Christmas is my favorite time of year and quite frankly, my favorite Holiday.  As a child I saved up my money all year round so I could buy the perfect gift for my family members and I still find myself excited for gift giving till this day.  One of my favorite things to shop for are stocking stuffers.  These tiny little gifts are fun and interesting and they don’t need to be large or come in big over-sized packaging.  While jewelry definitely is a nice stocking stuffer to get, there are a lot of options available on the market for the whole family.  Today I’m going to share with you some of my picks for the perfect little stocking stuffer treats.  These are some suggestions of products I have been enjoying lately or ones that I wouldn’t mind receiving myself.  Let’s get started.

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Beauty Junkees 8 piece Pro Series Brush Set $39.97 – I just had to include this brush set in this guide.  My husband has bought me brushes each year for the last few years as Holiday gifts and I always love them.  This brush set includes all the eye brushes you need to complete a stunning holiday makeup look.  From blending to packing on color and smoking out a look – the beauty lover in your life will be thrilled to receive this very well made brush set.  What’s so great is that it also comes with a gorgeous black zipper brush pouch that you can use for travel.

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Zaya Oils for Hair and Body Zaya Hair Oil Blend $49.00 includes some of my favorite hair oils like Organic Jojoba Oil, Macadamia Nut Oil, Organic Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil, Organic Patchouli Essential Oil and Lavender Essential Oil.  This beautiful feeling hair oil smells wonderful and has been an essential part of my hair care routine lately – helping to keep my frizzies at bay and nourishing my very curly hair during the cold winter months.  With 50 mL/1.7 fl.oz., you get a generous amount of product and a little goes a long way.  You only need use this two to three times per week as a treatment for the hair.  If you  have a long hair or curly hair loved one – this would make a fabulous treat for them.

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The Zaya Body Oil Blend $46.00  feels like invisible lingerie – smoothing out the trouble areas and accentuating your natural assets.  This oil is composed of a blend that helps to keep the skin hydrated and balanced, giving your body a boost of nutritive energy.  Helping to promote a firm and smooth appearance of your skin and a bright scent – this would make a great gift for anyone.  Blend of oils include:  Sweet almond oil, wheat germ oil, pink grapefruit essential oil, castor oil and organic rosemary essential oil.

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Lucie + Pompette Lip Batter 3 in 1 Balm, Gloss & Treatment $16.50 (0.16 fl.oz.) is not only adorable but makes the absolute perfect stocking stuffer for any beauty lover.  Available in 5 different colors that are universal for most – the Lucie + Pompette Lip Batters are the longest wearing plumping lip gloss.  With a revolutionary formula that plumps, fill and hydrates your lips instantly, you get a gloss like product that acts like a treatment and plumps the lips without irritation.  The  unique smoothing cushion envelops the lips for a more voluptuous appearance.  The packaging is absolutely adorable and would make a great gift for any age of beauty lover.

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The Lucie Bag $18.50 is a cosmetic clutch also from Lucie + Pompette and is absolutely adorable.  3.5″ x 7.5″ this cute little bag is perfect for travel or to carry all of your favorite beauty essentials.  French-inspired, the Lucie bag features a glossy white exterior printed with the signature illustrations from Lucie+Pompette and a lined interior.  Details include a chic Eiffel Tower Charm.

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Savannah Bee Royal Jelly Body Butter – Tupelo Honey $12.90 (1.56 oz. / 48g) is the perfect size for a stocking stuffer.  These little tubs of greatness smell wonderful and come in a gorgeous box that is ready for holiday gifting – simply add a little bow to the top.  When it comes to honey – well, it’s obvious that I’m all over it in a heartbeat and this product has easily become one of my favorite body butters.

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A royal treatment in a jar, this super rich formula combines royal jelly and other hive treasures as well as skin quenching butters and essential oils.  It’s also available in the large 6.7 oz jar if you want to give that special person the larger jar.

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Lisa Hoffman Beauty Holiday Serenity Travel Trio Fragrances $49.00.  This beautiful set of fragrances include a unique trio of signature scents.  Gorgeous and ready to be gifted this holiday season – the trio includes the fresh and crisp green French Clary Sage, zesty Japanese Agarwood and warm and cozy Tuscan Fig in 15mL eau de parfum sizes.  If you have a fragrance lover in your life, they will love this set.

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It’s packaged and ready for gifting in a white gift box and ribbon and each fragrance can be worn separately or layered to create a signature fragrance all your own.  The Tuscan Fig is my favorite, but I enjoy them all.

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Hope In The Box Coffee Mug If you don’t have a beauty lover in your life – don’t worry, I got you covered.  Coffee addict anyone?  This mug is perfect for the person who loves church or prayer and the coffee or tea (even cocoa) lover in your life.  For the father or mother (or grandparents) who start their day with a cup of joe, this is the perfect gift to give them to have them start their day with HOPE.  “Hang On Pray Everyday” is a company founded by a husband and wife team who persevered through difficult times through prayer.  The company is dedicated to creating gifts that act as simple but beautiful reminders of love and inspiration.  Besides mugs they offer keychains, blankets & other unique items to give to a loved one.

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Shoeps Elastic Laces $10.00 – This is the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone who wears laced shoes.  I have a set and just ordered a set for each person in my house to give as stocking stuffers.  These handy dandy rubber laces have made such a difference in how easy it is to put on my shoes.  You never have to tie your shoes again with these flexible shoelace bands.  These bands conform to both your shoe and the motion of your feet making them so comfy to use.  They are great for casual wear and perfect for kids.  I use them to the gym or for running and make a great gift to anyone that has difficulty tying their shoes or taking them on and off.  Each package contains 14 bands and you can use these to match your favorite outfit, support your favorite sports team or school or a seasonal event.  I got mine in pink to match my Under Armour shoes.  They come in many different colors as well as a set of rainbow ones.

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I love how easy my Shoeps were to put on and how they make putting on my tennis or running shoes a breeze.  I totally suggest these for anyone and they would make a great gift for the little munchkins in your life.

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Lace Locks Shoe Accessories $9.99+ Since we are talking about shoe accessories, I also want to suggest Lace Locks.  My gosh these are so fun – you can’t help but want to collect them all.  These awesome shoe accessories attach to your laces to add a little flare to your already cool shoes.  These make the perfect stocking stuffer for the little person in your life because they are a fun fashion trend that will be show stopping.  I have them here in Marvel characters but there are a ton of designs for both boys and girls.  They can also be used for adults too.

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Lace Locks come in a number of different colors and designs including Marvel, Peanuts and so much more.  They even have jeweled and blinged ones for those that love a little sparkle.

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LATHER Soap Candle Stocking Stuffer $16 – Well, let me just say if you are a fan of sweet things you or the person you are buying this for will absolutely love this set.  The Lemon Vanilla Aromatherapy Candle and Vanilla Bean Shea Soap from LATHER makes for one awesome gift.  An aromatherapy set with  naturally scented delights to use for the home and bath.  The soap is moisturizing with olive oil and paired with a 100% soy wax candle infused with essential oils.  It smells wonderful and feels so good against the skin (the soap).  This would make a great gift for anyone and I have picked up a few as stocking stuffers for family and friends.

– lemon vanilla candle 4 oz
– vanilla bean & shea soap 4 oz

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Dokibook Small Zip Planner $31.50 As many know – I’m a planner addict and have quite a selection of various planner types in all different sizes.  My recent planner haul included the Dokibook in the size small from Dokibook.com.  If you have a planner lover in your life or want to get a gift for someone who likes to stay organized – check out this site.  The Love Doki books are well made  and this particular one is the perfect size for me to organize everything that goes into my wallet.  If it is not what you are looking for – you can find a variety of different planners at places like Target and Walmart and craft stores like Hobby Lobby and Michael’s also carry The Happy Planner which is a great customizable planner for the planner and organizer in your life.

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CREATE Book by Jamie Dorobek $11.83 Creating Really Awesome Free Things Book is a wonderful Stocking Stuffer or a great gift year round but especially for the holidays.  This awesome book includes 100 really fun and super easy projects you can do with kids utilizing most of the items you already have in your home.  I love to give books as gifts and this one is fun for the whole family.  You can purchase this via Amazon and get free shipping if you have Prime.  The boys and I have loved doing art projects from this book and I totally recommend it as a gift for any mom, dad or teacher.

There are so many other things I can mention in this list but it would be a lifetime long.  I selected the products in this list specifically because they are items that I or my family have been loving and items that I have purchased this year for loved one.  These items are not only reasonably priced make great gifts and perfect sized for the stocking.  I hope you are all enjoying your holiday shopping.  If I should come across more stocking stuffer ideas, I’ll be sure to post a revised and updated one.  Happy Holidays!

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My gosh, I can’t believe we are officially in the first week of December.  The holiday months are flying by and stress for shopping and preparing is at an all time high.  Each year I share with you a Holiday Gift Guide of goodies that you can add to your personal wish list or shop for those that you love.  This year I’m going to break them down for you guys a bit and I’m starting with the Gift Guide for the Makeup Lover in your life.  There are so many gifts out there for those that love makeup and this little selection includes some of the treasures I’ve set my eyes on.

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This range of gifts would be what I would consider a little more expensive but still attainable for anyone looking to buy something special for the person who loves beauty.  Of course, feel free to choose or add to the list – these are just some of the things I have been looking at.

  • Cosmo Cube $255.00 – Of course, if you can afford it, what better gift to give a makeup lover than something they can hold all their favorite cosmetics in.  This unit is well made and I love that it is clear and offers a little bit of bling.
  • D’Eco Acrylic Organizer $39.99 – Free Shipping with Prime, this Acrylic Organizer is a favorite of mine and one I own.  I use it to store my single eye shadows and other goodies.  It’s so reasonably priced and well made.  I originally was going to include this in a more “affordable” gift guide but wanted to offer an option that everyone can afford.

  • Tom Ford Neiman Marcus Exclusive Lips and Boys 3 pc Set $105.00 – This beautiful set of lipsticks is perfect for the luxe lover in your life.  It boasts three beautiful shades that are perfect for use year round and for any skin tone.
  • Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Eye Shadow Palette $58.00 – I have been drooling over this palette since I seen the sneak peeks a few months ago.  It’s gorgeous and has beautiful packaging with shades that will not only work for the neutral makeup lover but someone looking for a pop of color.
  • Viseart Dark Mattes Eye Shadow Palette $80.00 is a gorgeous palette filled with matte shades that are absolutely showstopping.  I have heard nothing but great things from the Viseart eye shadow line and out of all the palettes, I think this one would make a gift I would love in my arsenal.

  • Nars Steve Klein Collaboration Killer Heels Lipstick Coffret $49.00 is a gorgeous set of lipstick shades.  Giving you 5 lippies to choose from and in such gorgeous packaging.  If you can find this anywhere, be sure to snag it up because it is no longer available at Sephora.com
  • Kat Von D Mi Vida Loca Remix Star Studded Lipstick Set $42.00 is greatness in all of Kat Von D glory offering you fun and funky shades to really make a statement.  This set is gorgeous.
  • Buxom Leave Your Mark Full-On Lip Polish & Lip Cream Set $59.00 – This 15 pc set offers smaller versions of the full size Buxom lippies.  I have always ordered these sets during the holidays and always consider them a great value.  You’ll love it.

  • Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit Palette $80.00 for the person that loves Hourglass or wants to try out some of their products, this is the set to get.  It boasts 6 different powders for you to use and they each feel absolutely glorious against your skin.
  • Becca Jaclyn Hill Champagne Glow Palette $34.00 a reasonably priced palette considering the gorgeous powders you have included.  I am just such a huge fan Jaclyn Hill and the original Champagne Glow Powder so I would love to have this palette.  I haven’t been able to find it anywhere but if you do – snag it up.
  • Make Up For Ever Artist Shadow Palette $59.00 This drool worthy palette is absolutely gorgeous with shades any makeup lover would enjoy.  It will be mine – I must have it.

 

I consider this list of goodies to be kind of mid range, the most expensive thing on this list being the Cosmocube – which is why I included an affordable alternative.  Of course, makeup is all about self expression, so it really is up to you and the person you are buying for.  Use your discretion and decide what will work.  If you are not sure what that “Makeup Lover” in your life will lie… ask them questions like the following…

1.  What is your favorite makeup brand?

2.  If you could pick up a splurge makeup item for yourself, what would it be?

Use the style of your recipient to help you choose the favorite gift and most importantly, just have fun.  Christmas and the holiday months are about giving and just having fun and enjoying yourself.  I’ll be posting more Holiday Gift Guides soon including those for kids, dads or the man in your life and a few others – so stay tuned for that.

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Contrary to popular belief, Hawaii does get cold during the winter months, in fact – some of our islands even experience a little bit of snow fall.  While you can find me bundled under a heavy comforter most of the year since we live on a mountain, my sons and husband are quite the Eskimos and normally love the cool, crisp air.  This year however, we have been experiencing mid to high 50s which is not the normal for us and because of this, keeping warm is essential for my household, especially in the early morning when the boys are off to school.  A favorite for my family are Hanes Fleece jackets and hoodies.  They are comfy, easy to throw on and light weight to allow for layering so my guys are warm, but not hot.

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Kevin, Luke and Isaiah love a jacket that will keep them warm in this cozy cuddly weather, but not make them too hot.  With a fun graphic design, hood and zipper that moves easily, the boys love their hoodies over a heavy jacket and the Hanes hoodies and crew sweatshirts are warm without being too bulky.

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Having active little ones means they need to be able to move freely and these are awesome for that.  This is quite possibly the boys favorite item to throw on in the morning while on their way to school because it’s so comfy.

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I love that Hanes sweatshirts are great looking and are comfortable wardrobe staples for my entire family.  Whether out running errands or just lounging around the house, these sweatshirts are so cozy.  Most importantly I find that I can find a sweatshirt or hoodie to match my fashion sense, available in basic colors like grey, black and blue but also bright shades like pink, orange and green.  You don’t have to have just the basic heather grey shades any more and the colors all look great after washing.  Check out that blue in the photo above, no fading and absolutely awesome color after a wash and dry.

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Since my days normally consist of errands or mommy duties, it is absolutely essential that I am able to wear clothes that will keep me warm but allow me to be agile.  But these are also favorites of our family to lounge around the house and keep warm.  Since the weather has been chilly, this is great for just hanging out in the yard and spending family time with one another.

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The perfect addiction for keeping warm while on a Starbucks run – I love that throwing on a Hanes fleece sweater or hoodie is fast, fun and still stylish.  To embrace my girly side, I can throw on a pink sweater and still have a little dressy flare.

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Lightweight, but still soft after many washes – these are the perfect addition for any person or family to keep warm without overheating.  Hanes fleece sweaters and hoodies are definitely perfect for warm weather climates that are experiencing a chill during the Winter months or those looking to layer their warm clothes for the cold season.

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These make simple fashion statements but I love that they are just so simple to throw on.  If you are a fitness lover, you will surely love these to put on right after a work out to keep your muscles warm.  Check out the styles and colors available at Hanes.com and at mass retailers near you.

How do you and your family members stay warm during the colder months?  Are you a Hanes lover too?

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Can you believe that the Holidays are literally just a few short weeks away.  I’m super stoked to get going on the rest of my Christmas shopping and I’m hoping to get a few goodies on my list of must-haves at a good deal and bargain.  I think it is never too late or too early to make a list of Holiday wishes for Santa and together with the Beauty Council, we bring to you another awesome collaboration with ideas for your lists.  We present to you a Holiday Gift Guide.

The lovely ladies of the Beauty Council bring to you a shopping guide to use while writing those long letters to Santa. In my list I bring to you a combination of items that I own and those that I have been swooning over.  Don’t get me wrong – this is just a small summary of loves I’ve been coveting… but definitely a bunch of goodies to keep on your list.

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Viseart Eye Shadow Palettes $80.00 – I haven’t tried these EVER but I really wanted to add this to my list since several of my friends say this is gonna be the palette to sweep the beauty trend by storm.

Tarte Dream Come Hue Collector’s Set $175.00 – I am a huge fan of Tarte and while I may have not tried specific colors in this set, how can you not go wrong with all the goodies included.  Definitely a steal.

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Rose Gold $38.00 – I have been really crushing on anything Becca lately and I really really would love to try out there shimmering skin perfectors.  This highlighter addict would love to add this to my collection.

Bite Beauty Mix n’ Mingle Set $98.00 – It is no secret that I really love Bite Beauty lippies and this set would make the ultimate gift for any lippy lover.  If you haven’t tried Bite Beauty products before, this would take the cake – offering you a chance to try some of their awesome products.

Givenchy Palette Extravaganza Lip & Eye $66.00 – I don’t own any makeup from Givenchy but have been a huge fan of the fragrances and the brand altogether.  This would make a great gift for anyone that is interested in trying something highend and getting the opportunity to test more than one type of product.

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Palette (Limited Edition) $58.00 – I have had my eye on this palette since I heard it was to be released and luckily I finally have it in my possession.  Anyone looking to dive into the world of Hourglass would absolutely love this palette.

Tory Burch Lip & Cheek Tint in Cat’s Meow $38.00 – Did I tell you I was a blush and highlighter addict?  Yeah – I am and this has been in my radar for a while now.  Why not indulge in a great brand and some golden luxury… lol.

Buxom Lip Gloss Roulette $59.00 – I love Buxom glosses (White Russian being one of my favorites) and my husband bought me a 15 pc set last year which I still continue to love.  I figured I would include this as a part of the gift guide since I know it would make any makeup lover excited to receive.

Now – this list looks a little bare to me seeing as I am a huge bag and shoe lover too… but if I had to add in my love for those, I think Santa’s sleigh would be stuck on the ground for most of his deliveries. lol What’s on your Holiday Wish list or what would be some products you suggest I buy?  Are there any favorites of yours on my list too?  Be sure to check out the lovely ladies from the Beauty Council (links below) and see what they selected as their must-haves for the Holiday Season.

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