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Iridescent Powder is a finely milled mixture of Mica and pigments which gives the skin a beautiful sheen. It can be used on its own or mixed into other products like foundations or moisturizers to enhance their iridescent qualities. Long-lasting and designed to apply easily and uniformly without streaking and caking, it blends beautifully and can be applied on bare skin or over foundation. Because it's so concentrated it should be used sparingly at first. Apply Iridescent Powder with #129 Powder/Blush Brush for the desired effect.

Golden Bronze

Highly condensed clusters of pigment and pearl uniquely formulated to give a special hit of frost and colour on eyes and cheeks. The pigment’s special clustering formula provides the choice of two application modes. Swish the brush over the top of the clusters for a sheer shimmer or crush them for more intense colour effect and sparkle.

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Get Started Kit

Get Started Kit - Medium What it is: Get the new and improved Sephora Exclusive introductory kit with everything you need for a flawless, 100 percent pure bareMinerals complexion in one complete customized kit designed especially for your skin tone. What this kit includes: - 0.06 oz bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation in Medium - 0.06 oz bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation in Medium Beige - 0.06 All Over Face Color in Warmth - 0.06 oz Mineral Veil - Full Flawless Face Brush - Flawless Application Face Brush - Maximum Coverage Concealer Brush - a How-to instructional DVD - BONUS - Exclusively for SEPHORA : 0.05 oz Prime Time Foundation Primer What it does: The award-winning foundation provides impeccable coverage for every skin type and tone, and also protects with a natural SPF 15 broad spectrum UVA/UVB shield. It's makeup so pure you can sleep in it. What it is formulated WITHOUT: - Parabens - Sulfates - Synthetic Fragrances - Synthetic Dyes - Petro-Chemicals - Phthalates What else you need to know: Now with the new and improved Sephora Exclusive Get Started Kit receive a BONUS 0.05 oz Bare Escentuals Prime Time Foundation Primer.

Sugar Lip Gloss

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Sugar Lip Gloss What it is: A shiny, highly pigmented, sugar-scented conditioning gloss What it is formulated to do: This lip-loving lacquer is packed with many of the same nourishing oils and ingredients found in Fresh's star item, Sugar Lip Treatment SPF15. Skin-smoothing humectants and moisturizers like sugar, shea butter, jojoba oil, grape seed oil, and black currant seed oil, are blended with the powerful antioxidant Vitamin E. What else you need to know: Alina Roytberg, Co-president and Creative Director of Fresh, created these irresistible shades based on natural lip tones, so each hue adds natural-looking depth and dimension to your lips. This new, cushiony formula never feels sticky and is enhanced with the same addictive bright citrus flavor as Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15. And the best part? Each beautiful shade is infused with skin-flattering pearls to reflect lots of light and promote a plump-looking pout. Free of mineral oil, lanolin, and paraffin. Sugar Charm (shimmering sheer champagne)

Siren of the Sea Hydrating and Brightening Seven-Piece Collection

Siren of the Sea Hydrating and Brightening Seven-Piece Collection ($98 Value) What it is: A hydrating and brightening seven-piece collection. What it does: Bare Escentuals Siren of the Sea Hydrating and Brightening Seven-Piece Collection reflects the powerful, breathtaking beauty of the mythical mermaid—the "siren of the sea." Create a high-shine, reflective effect that's layered with cool, velvety depth like the ocean. The hydrating blush and hydrating finishing powder—both with water-encapsulated technology—deliver a cooling softness and natural color. Treat your lips to hydration, too, with the natural lipgloss. Dive in and immerse yourself in the sexy, glistening opulence that is 100% pure bareMinerals, and bring the beautiful temptation of mythical mermaids to modern day. This set contains: - 0.02 oz bareMinerals High Shine Sand Dune (gilded sand, high shine) - 0.02 oz bareMinerals Mermaid Eyecolor (dark blue-green velvet) - 0.02 oz bareMinerals Hydrating Coral Blush (coral dusk) - 0.07 oz bareMinerals Hydrating Mineral Veil (brightening finish) - 0.14 oz bareMinerals 100% Natural LipGloss in Chiffon (nude sand) - Double-Ended Hydrate & Brighten Duo Brush with Custom Bamboo Handle - Straw Clutch This collection is formulated WITHOUT: - Parabens - Sulfates - Synthetic Fragrances - Synthetic Dyes - Petro-Chemicals - Phthalates

Beauty-On-The-Go Kit

Beauty-On-The-Go Kit What it is: A mini foundation powder and brush set. What it does: Bare Escentuals Beauty-On-The-Go is made especially for those who like to travel with petite purses. A smaller version of the popular Flawless Face Case, it's a portable wonder-compact for bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation that allows you to "Swirl, Tap, Buff™" on the go. What else you need to know: Inside, you'll find a refillable storage area for bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation that has a flip top which acts as a surface to swirl and tap bareMinerals. This secure top ensures bareMinerals will stay neatly in place when tossed about in a purse or gym bag. Also included is a built-in mirror and a new version of one of our most beloved brushes, the new Compact Buki Brush, nestled in its own perfect resting place. This no-spill, no-fuss compact represents the ultimate in modern convenience.

Cargo Classic Lip Gloss

Classic Lip Gloss What it is: A non-sticky lip gloss formulation in a handy tube and wand that has built-in Timestrip® technology. What it does: CARGO Classic Gloss features the award-winning, non-sticky formulation in a handy tube and wand that has built-in Timestrip® technology to show you when your gloss needs to be replaced. Its formula is now paraben free and has a silky texture that is hydrating and nourishing for lips. What else you need to know: Timestrip™ is a strip that remembers when a product was first opened and alerts you when it is no longer wise to use it. Simply insert the Timestrip™ into the cap and it is immediately activated. As the months go by the Timestrip™ window gradually turns red and, when the entire window is red, it is time to replace your gloss. Alexandria (light neutral pink)

Ultra Moisturizing Eye Stick SPF 30

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• Glides on easily
• Easily-portable sunscreen product
• Will not run into eyes with perspiration
• Broad spectrum protection
• Not tested on animals

Parsol 1789 (Avobenzone) PAR-SOHL Parsol® 1789, the trademark name for Avobenzone, is a commonly used chemical sunscreen. On the FDA's Category I sunscreen list, it offers broad-range UVA protection and helps protect the skin against the harmful effects of sun exposure which can cause premature skin aging.

Sleeping Beauty: 5 Products That Transform You Overnight

Talk about beauty sleep: These targeted products will transform your hair, skin, and teeth by sunrise.

Beauty Products That Work All Night

Even getting plenty of sleep may not be enough to reverse daily environmental damage to skin and hair. Make the most of your z's with products that work all night, when your body is at rest and can focus on repair. Your dreams of healthy, shiny hair, perfect skin, and a super-white smile are sure to come true.

1. Get a Baby-Soft Body

Boost skin's moisture level and heal dry, scaly patches with a humectant lotion like Dove Regenerating Night Lotion, $5.99, at drugstores. Glycerin, honey, and shea butter micro pearls help skin retain moisture while it is regenerating. "Lying under the covers raises body heat and increases absorption."

2. Get Silky-Smooth Hair

Coat tresses with a nutrient-packed treatment that contains milk and wheat proteins along with ceramides to repair damaged strands, then shampoo and style in the a.m. (try Frederic Fekkai Protein Rx PM Repair Strengthener, $65, sephora.com). "Nourishing hair at night makes it healthy and shiny for styling."

3. Leave No Trace of Fine Lines

Target wrinkles with an anti-aging cream like ROC Retinol Actif Pur Anti-Wrinkle Treatment Night, $17.99, at drugstores. Retinol, a form of vitamin A, and alpha hydroxy acids exfoliate dead cells and refine texture for a flawless complexion. "Avoid sun exposure when using active ingredients to keep them potent and reduce irritation."

4. Get Wide-Awake Eyes

Brighten up without layers of undereye concealer by using an eye cream or serum (try Alyria Anti-Dark Circle Night Serum, $80, alyria-med.com for locations). The single-dose capsules contain vitamin K to decrease skin pigmentation and retinol to stimulate collagen and cell turnover. "Preventing dark circles instead of concealing them can make you look like you've had a good night's sleep."

5. Get a Million-Dollar Smile

Brighten teeth with a whitening toothpaste like Crest Vivid White Night, $3.99, at drugstores. Silica gently polishes stains and whitening cleansers loosen residue, allowing it to be easily brushed away in the morning. When you aren't eating or talking, the treatment stays on longer and produces optimum results.

Good to Glow: Our Sun-Safety Skin Guide

Follow our guide to sun-safe, happy skin and you'll be golden all summer long.

When You Need to Use Sunscreen

It's okay to love the sun (we do too!). But how protected is your skin? Not so much, surveys show. Only one-third of us regularly slather on sunscreen, despite the fact that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer, says Jeanine Downie, MD, a dermatologist in Montclair, New Jersey. Even scarier: Melanoma, the deadliest form, more than doubled in the last three decades among women under 40. If you regularly reach for sunscreen, bravo! You're cutting your risk of cancer and preserving your skin. If your SPF is MIA, we've got a plan to bust your excuses, plus loads of tips and tricks that will give you a healthy glow -- for life.

The Golden Rules of Gorgeous Skin

Memorize this short list to keep your skin safe -- and young looking.

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• 365 days a year. UVB rays (they burn you) peak in June, but UVA rays (they age you) stay constant year-round.
• Rain or shine. Forty percent of UV rays penetrate skin on cloudy days.
• At least every 90 minutes when outdoors; immediately after a swim.
• 30 minutes before going outside, to allow ingredients to activate.

The 411 on SPF

SPF 15 was once the standard dermatologist recommendation for daily sunscreen. But many doctors say SPF 30 is the new 15. "Most people don't use enough sunscreen. Unless you always apply the correct amount -- a teaspoonful for the face and an ounce for the body -- you don't get the level of protection listed on the label," says Dr. Downie. Increasing the SPF helps compensate for a light-handed approach. Another reason to go higher: Although no sunscreen shields you from 100 percent of UV light, SPF 30 offers 96.5 percent protection versus SPF 15's 93.5 percent -- and more protection (even just 3 percent) is always a bright idea when it comes to safeguarding your skin.

No More Excuses for Skipping Sunscreen

Your SPF Excuse: "My fair skin always burns, no matter what sunblock I use -- why bother?"

Fact: People with pale skin have the highest chance of developing all three types of skin cancer. And having a history of sunburns increases these already elevated odds. "Just one blistering burn doubles the risk of melanoma," says Lori Brightman, MD, a dermatologist at Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York.

Fix: Apply one ounce of sunscreen (about a palmful) to skin 30 minutes before heading outside. It takes that long for the active ingredients to kick in. Sky-high SPF levels (70! 80! 90!) are your best choice. "SPF measures the amount of time you should be able to stay in the sun without burning -- the higher the number, the longer skin should stay protected," says Kenneth Mark, MD, a clinical assistant professor in New York University's dermatology department. Reapply every two hours -- more frequently if you take a dip or sweat a lot.

Your SPF Excuse: "Sunscreen stings my eyes when I work out."

Fact: Perspiration from your sweat session allows UV rays to pass easily through the skin, causing it to burn more quickly, says Patricia Agin, PhD, a skincare researcher at the Coppertone Solar Research Center in Memphis. Some dermatologists believe that's a major reason marathoners have an increased risk of developing melanoma and other skin cancers such as basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas.

Fix: Take your workout indoors or try to schedule outside time at sunrise or sunset; the sun's rays are strongest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunscreens labeled "100 percent waterproof" or "sweatproof" last about 90 minutes, unlike "water-resistant" kinds, which lose their potency after 40 minutes, Dr. Mark explains. Reapply every hour and a half -- or immediately after a swim or workout. Use an extra coat on your nose and lower legs, which are hot spots for melanoma. And try a stick or thicker lotion on your face. "They're less likely to run into your eyes than sprays, which work better on your body," Dr. Brightman says.

Your SPF Excuse: "I don't burn easily. And a little color can't hurt, right?"

Fact: A tan may look innocent (especially compared with an obviously unhealthy burn), but "even just a slight change in skin color is a direct sign of sun damage," Dr. Mark says. Besides leading to freckling, age spots, and premature wrinkles, a bronze tone indicates that free radicals from the sun's rays have injured your cells' DNA, which can set off a chain reaction that eventually leads to skin cancer. Everyone is susceptible to it, no matter what his or her skin color is.

Fix: Repeat after us: The only healthy tan is a fake one -- meaning one that comes from a bottle. Bronzers are like makeup for your body, tinting skin until you shower off. Self-tanners contain DHA (a safe, sugar-derived ingredient) to make you look like a beach babe for up to a week. How? The sugar reacts with the proteins in your top, dead skin layers, creating a brownish tone. For color and protection, try a two-in-one sunscreen with SPF plus a splash of bronzer or DHA.

How to Treat a Sunburn

If you have an outdoor oops, head inside and practice the 3-S rule to banish the burn.

Swallow an Anti-Inflammatory

"Take two aspirin or ibuprofen every four to six hours to relieve pain and redness," says Dr. Mark.

Shower with Tepid Water

Cold H2O can be drying, so stick to room temperature, which tightens capillaries and soothes irritation. Lather up with a glycerin-rich body wash (try Nivea Touch of Smoothness Moisturizing Body Wash, $5.99, drugstores) to hydrate, then pat dry.

Slather on Aloe

Immediately apply a gel version (a good one: Vaseline Aloe Fresh Moisturizing Daily Body Gel, $5.49, drugstores) to lock in moisture; avoid anything with drying alcohol. Slather it on throughout the day to prevent peeling. (On the go? Tote a portable spray such as Vichy Thermal Spa Water, $7, vichyusa.com.)