It sounded improbable that a vibrating machine would make a revolutionary change in facial cleansing, but after trying Neutrogena Wave Power Cleanser it was amazing to see that this really works! We have no idea why the vibrating motion makes such a big difference, but the Wave really CLEANED our skin better than anything we’ve ever used. There wasn’t a trace of makeup, oil, or dirt left, making us wonder if it was still necessary to use toner.

The Wave also removes layers of dead skin. So whatever moisturizer you use afterward will work more effectively since it will go straight to live skin cells. This is also a great alternative to Neutrogena’s Healthy Skin Rejuvenator Kit if your skin’s way too sensitive for microdermabrasion.

What’s convenient about the Wave is that you can also use it in the shower because it’s waterproof. This product is gentle enough for everyday use, but if you’re skin is sensitive to salicylic acid you may want to use the Wave every other day instead. Good news, you can go to www.neutrogena.com/wave to score a $2.00 coupon for the Wave.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

Maybelline tends to always stay current on color trends. Their Ivy League trio of shadow is right on time with summer green shades. The light shade goes on the lid, the medium shade in the crease, and the light color for the brow bone or the inner corner of the eye. Instructions are printed on the shadows, making work to cocktail makeup application easy.

These are colors are high in pigment, so what you see is what you get. This particular trio is not for you if you like subtle color. They also have a somewhat metallic finish that’s very flattering. Not sure what palette to get? Try the Maybelline Color Advisor at http://www.maybelline.com/mca/index.aspx to see the best colors for you.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

Thick lashes without clumping? It IS possible! Wetnwild’s MegaVolume Thickening Mascara thickens your eyelashes, but the formula itself is not thick and goopy at all. The brush design separates your lashes and reaches even the tiny ones at the corners so you don’t have to keep applying. This product does not give dramatic effect, but its natural finish and eyelash conditioners make it ideal for everyday wear. We also loved that the price is easy on the wallet as well.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

Everyone knows by now that sunblock is a must to avoid skin cancer. But what’s surprising is that new research shows some sunscreens may actually cause free-radical damage. Antioxidants can prevent this side effect.

Coppertone’s NutraShield Sunscreen Lotion is rich in nourishing antioxidants, which promote skin repair. It also has an SPF of 70, giving you superior protection against UVA and UVB rays.

What we loved the most about this sunblock was the way it made our skin feel. It can easily be compared to some of the best lotions on the market. It’s fragrance free, so you can wear it at any time without smelling like coconut oil. Amazingly, although NutraShield Sunscreen Lotion isn’t greasy, its waterproof formula won’t wash off in the pool.

Right now Coppertone has a generous coupon for their NutraShield products. Check out http://www.coppertone.com to save $5 off any NutraShield product. The coupon expires July 8, 2009.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

The Rite Aid Beauty the Rite Way program delivers fun and exciting product samples straight into the hands of African American women at local community events throughout the nation. The program, in its 5th year, is completely facilitated by Cosmetic Promotions Inc (CPI) – a national marketing and promotional company that specializes in promoting beauty products for mass retailers and vendors. CPI sends Ethnic models to various conferences and festivals in 5 markets to distribute a total of 20,000 beauty sample bags to female attendees. This year’s bags include products from Rite Aid beauty vendors including Jergens, Just for Me, Softsoap, Blue Star Ointment, Smooth ‘N Shine, Soft Crème, Maybelline Mineral Powder, Mane ‘n Tail and Fantasia Hair Polisher.  In addition, some of the bags contain a prize of a $100 RITE AID gift card.

On Saturday June 27th, Beauty the Rite Way models will be onsite during the first day of the 17th Annual D.C. Caribbean Carnival. The two-day Mardi Gras-style fiesta has evolved into one of the nation’s premier carnivals. The annual Carnival is a one-of-a-kind experience that offers the community awareness of Caribbean culture and traditions and welcomes over 500,000 visitors to the nation’s capital each year to enjoy the third largest Carnival destination in North America. The festival will kick off with a three-mile Mardi Gras parade along Georgia Avenue. It will lead right into Banneker Recreation Park where Rite Aid will have a booth displaying a banner and the models will distribute free gift bags to the first 2,000 female attendees. The festival will conclude on Sunday with “De Savannah” a showcase of Caribbean arts & crafts, entertainment, and cuisine.

The entire program is completely coordinated and executed by Cosmetic Promotions Inc who secures the bags, the vendors, and the venues for the program. Rite Aid also has a Hispanic and Teen Beauty Sampling Program.

20,000 Health and Beauty Sample Bags to be Distributed

Harrisburg, PA – As part of its efforts to attract Hispanic Shoppers, RITE AID has partnered with Cosmetic Promotions Inc, a National marketing company that specializes in beauty, to promote their beauty and health department to Hispanic females. The program is in its 4th successful year sending Hispanic Bi-lingual models to a series of 10 community events in 4 key Hispanic markets and will ultimately distribute 20,000 beauty and health sample bags to female attendees.  The sample bags include products geared to Hispanics from RITE AID Beauty/Health vendors including  Smooth n’ Shine, Colgate, Tropez, Kiss, Jane Cosmetics, Clearasil, JNJ, L’Oreal, LA Looks, Palmers, Therma Flu, Dove and DeveloPlus.  In addition, some of the bags contain a prize of a $100 RITE AID gift card.

On June 20th, Rite Aid helped celebrate Puerto Rican and Hispanic Culture by attending the 30th Annual Yonkers Hispanic Parade and Festival distributing 2,000 sample bags within 3 hours to some of the 30,000 attendees. The Yonkers Puerto Rican / Hispanic Day Parade Foundation is dedicated to the preservation of Puerto Rico’s cultural heritage and the significant contributions Puerto Ricans make to the diversity of our society. By 3pm the parade reached Chicken Island, where the festival began with live musical entertainment and traditional food. The Rite Aid booth was set up right near the stage and as the crowd gathered to enjoy the entertainment, Hispanic models were there to greet them with the free sample bag. The recipients were very excited and many of the ladies were seen trying the lipstick that was included.

On June 28th, the bags were distributed at the San Juan Bautista Parade and Concert that was held at Wiggins Waterfront Park in Camden, NJ. Over 40,000 people attended this annual family-oriented tradition which displayed a mosaic of the very best of the Latin-American rhythms and dances from around the region, marching bands, decorated floats, exhibits, the flavors and aromas of ethnic cuisine.  The parade led the crowd into the park for the concert which featured the hottest local and international Latin bands. Located on the waterfront with a fabulous view of the Philadelphia skyline, the festivities continued well into the evening.

This sampling program is in addition to RITE AID’s African American (Beauty the RITE Way) and Teen (Glam Camp) beauty target sampling programs. All three programs are completely coordinated and executed by Cosmetic Promotions Inc.  The company secures the vendors, the bags and all the venues for distribution. The Hispanic program begins its 5th year in July and will run through June 2010 and events will be in the Philadelphia, Los Angeles, New York and New Jersey areas.

If interested in participating in this or other targeted sampling events, please contact Tracie Gilbert at 877-665-1640.

When you pack for your summer vacation, you should bring sunblock for your skin AND your lips. WetnWild BeautyBenefits Mint Infusions Lip Tint has an SPF of 15, and antioxidants to protect your lips. A welcome bonus was its peppermint oil ingredient, which freshens breath and gives a cooling sensation. The colors may seem dark in the packaging, but this gloss is really a tinted balm with extreme shine. If you like more color, try a dab on top of your lipstick.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

Although we all like the benefits of mascara that can persevere through tears and rain, we are often left with dry and brittle lashes. WetnWild’s H20 Waterproof Mascara is waterproof without the damage. It contains vitamin E and conditioners so your lashes are left soft and nourished. It’s also safe for contact lens wearers. Now we feel confident wearing makeup to the beach and the gym.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

It is essential to have perfume that you can wear to work without announcing to the whole office that you’re in the building. Kate Moss Perfume by Kate Moss is a soft feminine fragrance. If you like florals with an edge you’ll like this one. It’s a mixture of florals, woods, and oriental spices. There are plenty of ingredients: vetiver, orange blossom absolute, magnolia heliotrope, patchouli, peony, rose, musk, pink pepper, lily of the valley, and sandalwood. You can find this perfume at JCPenney and other retailers that sell Coty fragrances.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.