Shobha Giveaway!!!

Spending summers with her grandmother in the city of Hyderabad, Shobha Tummala learned the secrets of Indian beauty, including ancient methods used for hair removal. "My grandmother made all my beauty products herself," says Tummala. "Hair conditioner was created from crushed hibiscus petals picked from a tree in our backyard; soap from a mixture of shaved sandalwood and lentils. Moisturizer was just the cream from fresh milk."

After graduating from Harvard Business School and working at a variety of businesses, Tummala founded three luxury New York City salons. The menu of services includes facials, threading, sugaring, waxing and henna.

The Shobha product line is a natural, pun intended, extension of the salons – putting a modern spin on India's centuries-old beauty and well-being philosophies.

This week, Spoiled Pretty has partnered with Shobha for a giveaway! Three lucky winners will receive:


* My First Brazilian Kit: This three-step kit provides Shobha essentials for maintaining the bikini area after hair removal, to ensure optimal upkeep for all those who bikini wax. Includes hydrocortisone cream, Exfoliating Cloth, and Freshening Cloths.


* Ingrown Relief Lotion: Shobha’s newest product is a one-step solution for hair removal aftercare that treats and prevents ingrowns without being harsh or drying. The fast-absorbing lotion is free of parabens, color, and artificial fragrance. Glycolic acid exfoliates by removing dead skin, which can clog hair follicles and re-direct hair growth inward; Vitamin A improves skin tone and texture; Tea Tree Oil protects by naturally fighting off irritation; Glycerin keeps skin soft and hydrated; and Chamomile soothes and eliminates the tell-tale signs of post-hair removal sensitivity.

To enter, send an email to spoiledprettycontests@gmail.com. Be sure to include your full name. The subject line should read "Shobha Giveaway." The contest ends at midnight (EST) on Tuesday, August 12th. Three winners will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Wednesday, August 13th, I'll announce the winners' names. Please, only one entry per person; duplicate entries will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. and Canadian residents only.

Good luck!

PedEgg Winners!!!

The time has come to announce the winners of the PedEgg giveaway. I wish I had more than three to give away…heaven knows, many of you need it. I received a good amount of emails from readers - many of you admitting to having some seriously effed-up feet. And some of you confessed to some crazy exfoliation methods. A handful were hilarious…and some were downright frightening. [Shivers]

Anyway, congrats to our three winners: Sonya Carter, Erin Ciminelli, and Laura Preece. These ladies have won a PedEgg, and the baby-soft, smooth feet that come along with it!

Thanks to PedEgg for making this giveaway possible. And thank you to everyone who entered. If you didn’t win but are still dying to try the PedEgg, go get yourself one at pedegg.com. Right now, buy two for only $10 (not including shipping & handling).

And be sure to stay tuned for the next Spoiled Pretty giveaway!

An Egg-Cellent Contest: PedEgg Giveaway!

If you own a TV and haven’t been living under a rock, you’ve likely seen an infomercial for the PedEgg, an egg-shaped foot file that gives you the perfect pedicure. I’m a sucker for a good infomercial, especially ones hocking beauty-related gadgets. So when I saw the PedEgg in action, I had to get me one so that I could report back to you.

Now that I’ve tried it, I can safely say that the PedEgg goes on a short list of as-seen-on-TV products that deliver on claims (also on that list is the Ronco Rotisserie – just ask Mama Spoiled Pretty).

PedEgg is the essential summer beauty product because it quickly removes calluses and dead skin so you can proudly bare your soles in flip flops and strappy sandals. The egg shape is ergonomically designed to fit perfectly into the palm of your hand for easy and convenient use. And best of all, PedEgg is designed to collect all the skin “shavings” in a convenient storage compartment allowing you to use it anywhere with no mess. Even if your tootsies aren’t tore-up, you’d be amazed at the amount of “shavings” collected in the compartment after you use it. It’s fascinating and oddly satisfying.. I’m so impressed by this product that I thought it would make for a grate giveaway. Grate…get it? Anyway…

This week, three lucky winners will win a PedEgg of their very own.

To enter, send an email to spoiledprettycontests@gmail.com. Be sure to include your full name. The subject line should read "PedEgg Giveaway." The contest ends at midnight (EST) on Sunday, August 3rd. Three winners will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Monday, August 4th, I'll announce the winners' names. Please, only one entry per person; duplicate entries will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. and Canadian residents only.

Good luck!

Ouidad Giveaway Winners

Happy Monday, all. Your resident beauty guru has been feeling a little under the weater, so I hope you'll excuse the lateness of this post. Well, I know that at least three of you will pardon my tardiness...

Haley Prescott, you are the grand-prize winner of the Ouidad Giveaway! You have won tree fabulous products from Ouidad's line of protein and vitamin enriched products: Deep Treatment, Climate Control, and Botanical Boost. You've also won a copy of Ouidad's book, "Curl Talk: Everything You Need to Know to Love and Care for Your Curly, Kinky, Wavy, or Frizzy Hair."

Stephanie L. Ciosek and Katie Bascom are runners-up, and will receive Climate Control and Botanical Boost.

Congrats, ladies! I'm so excited to hear how these products work out for you...let me know how they pamper and tame your curly tendrils!

Many thanks to Ouidad for sponsoring the contest - and stay tuned for Spoiled Pretty's next giveaway announcement later today.

Attention Curly Girls: Ouidad Giveaway!

For years, Ouidad struggled with her own head of curls, which led her to dedicate the past 30 years of her life to building a respected reputation as "THE curly hair expert."

Ouidad began her whirlwind career as a student styling hair for top designers, Broadway productions and advertising agencies in New York and abroad. Her name became synonymous with curly hair, as well as her famous trademark cutting technique "Carving and Slicing."

Today, editors at national fashion and beauty magazines consult Ouidad regularly and consider her to be “The Renowned Queen of Curl." With a “curly hair only” salon and her own exclusive line of hair care products, she is the expert on how to cut, style, and treat curly locks.

Ouidad doesn’t believe that taking care of curly hair should be a burden or take hours of your time. So, combining scientific knowledge with her unique understanding of curly hair's special needs, she created a line of protein and vitamin enriched products that work with antioxidants to make curls defined, soft, shiny and manageable.

Want to try before you buy? Then you’ve stumbled upon the right beauty blog. Because, this week, Spoiled Pretty is partnering with Ouidad for one of our world-famous giveaways!
One grand-prize winner will receive:

Ouidad Deep Treatment - The first product designed by Ouidad, and the one that has earned her the title "a Curls Best Friend" has been applauded by the beauty editors repeatedly through the years. It is a uniquely formulated conditioner used to "feed" and strengthen the hair. This is the single most important step you take on the road to healthy hair and the cornerstone of your hair care regimen.

Climate Control – This styling gel protects curls from humidity by absorbing moisture from air to hydrate each strand of hair and help prevent frizz. Great for all hair types in humid conditions, summer or winter. Winner of "Best Defrizzer" by Allure Magazine.

Ouidad Botanical Boost – Named "Best Conditioner" by Allure Magazine, this lightweight, leave-in conditioner seals in moisture and provides strands with nourishing vitamins and aloe vera; one of the oldest healing agents. Used anytime on wet or dry hair, this product revives and refreshes curls and calm frizzies.

Curl Talk: Everything You Need to Know to Love and Care for Your Curly, Kinky, Wavy, or Frizzy Hair - Based on Ouidad’s experience catering solely to curly-haired clients at her exclusive Manhattan salon, this book is a straight-talking guide for your daily struggle with the frizzies, offering simple, step-by-step solutions for getting a gorgeous head of curls. It will revolutionize the way you treat your hair.

Two runners-up will receive Climate Control and Botanical Boost.

To enter, send an email to spoiledprettycontests@gmail.com. Be sure to include your full name. The subject line should read "Ouidad Giveaway." The contest ends at midnight (EST) on Sunday, July 27th. Three winners will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Monday, July 28th, I'll announce the winners' names. Please, only one entry per person; duplicate entries will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. and Canadian residents only.

Good luck!

Nice 'N Easy ColorSeal Giveaway Winners

Who wants shiny, silky smooth hair? Silly question, right? I mean, I don’t know anyone who wants a dull, brittle mop-top. Would you believe that soft, supple hair is as close as your local drugstore? Nice 'n Easy ColorSeal Conditioning Gloss is an intensive weekly conditioning treatment that seals the hair cuticle, helping to keep your color looking healthy, long-lasting and shiny, for up to six weeks.

As promised, seven of you have won your very own tube – courtesy of Clairol and Spoiled Pretty. And the winners are: Lenore Champagne, Jennifer Giza, Cindi Hoppes, Courtney Liggera, Kristi Price, Shelly A. Taylor, and Deirdre Uria.

Congrats, ladies...hair help is on the way!

I’d like to thank Clairol for sponsoring this contest…and all of you who continue to participate in these giveaways.

Another giveaway is on the horizon…so check back very soon!

Victoria's Secret PINK Hoodie Winners!

Happy Friday, all! Today couldn't have come sooner - I am in serious need of some R&R. I don't know about you, but it's felt like a lifetime has lapsed since Monday. And I know I'm not the only one..those of you who entered the Victoria's Secret PINK Giveaway are probably especially anxious.

Suspense isn't my forte (I'm more adept and comedy and sarcasm), so I'll just get on with it.

Congratulations to Abby Bageant, Eileen Karla Dautruche, Amy Kresica, Lisa Le and Summer Swee-Singh. These lucky ladies have won a Zip Hoodie from the new PINK Collegiate Collection.

Thanks to Victoria's Secret for sponsoring this giveaway and thanks to all of you who entered.

And don't miss out on your chance to win silky, smooth hair - courtesy of Clairol Nice 'N Easy ColorSeal Conditioning Gloss. Enter the giveaway today...contest ends 7/20.

Don't Forget To Enter Victoria's Secret PINK Giveaway!

Today is your final chance to enter the Victoria's Secret PINK Giveaway. Five readers will win a Zip Hoodie from the new PINK Collegiate Collection!

Click here for more information and to enter. Contest closes at midnight EST. Good luck!

Amazing Grace Winner!

Monday’s are rough. I know. Half of you are wishing it was still Sunday, because you didn’t accomplish half the things you’d planned on this past weekend. The other half has accepted that it’s a new week, but you’re mentally counting down the days til your next attempt at some R&R.

Kinda off topic, but you know who’s probably having a particularly manic Monday? Miss USA. For the second year in a row, Miss USA tripped during the evening gown competition. In 2007, Rachel Smith took a little tumble and landed on her tailbone. This year, Crystle Stewart followed in her predecessor’s awkward footsteps. Girlfriend’s hair was looking on-point, though.

So what I guess I’m getting at is that today may be difficult for you…but at least the universe isn’t making fun of your fine motor skills. And on that note, I’ll announce the winner of the Amazing Grace giveaway.

Cynthia Anne Peyson is the winner!!! She will receive an Amazing Grace gift set, which includes Perfumed Buffing Wash, Perfumed Shave Gel, and Perfumed Body Spritz.

Thanks to Philosophy for making this giveaway possible! Check back later today for the next contest announcement.

In the meantime, don't forget to enter the Victoria's Secret PINK giveaway - you could win a Zip Hoodie from the new PINK Collegiate Collection!

Victoria's Secret Pinkapalooza - Plus A Giveaway!

On Thursday, July 17th, Victoria’s Secret PINK is celebrating the launch of their back-to-school collection with Fall Out Boy at L.A.’s legendary Santa Monica Pier!!!

Pinkapalooza will be hosted by international supermodel, current "It" girl and the new face of PINK, Behati Prinsloo. VS PINK fans are invited to rock out with Fall Out Boy, compete in USC vs. UCLA rivalry games and be among the first to shop the brand’s newest collection. And Danny Masterson (aka DJ MomJeans) will be on hand to spin everyone’s favorite summer tunes.

Guests can pick up their Pinkapalooza party passes at participating Victoria’s Secret PINK stores, from designated PINK street teams throughout the Los Angeles area or download from vspink.com. The first 3,000 people to show up with party passes will enjoy free rides and games all night long. Lots of fun prizes and cool VS PINK items from the new collection will be given away!

Doors open at 5 PM. Fall Out Boy takes the stage at 9 PM.

Not a Southern California girl? No problemo. Neither am I, and I don't want anyone to feel left out.


So Spoiled Pretty is partnering with Victoria's Secret for a PINK giveaway!!! Five readers will win a Zip Hoodie from the new PINK Collegiate Collection!

To enter, send an email to spoiledprettycontests@gmail.com. Be sure to include your full name. The subject line should read "Victoria's Secret PINK Giveaway." The contest ends at midnight (EST) on Thursday, July 17th. Five winners will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Friday, July 18th, I'll announce the winners' names. Please, only one entry per person; duplicate entries will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. residents only.

Good luck!

Sunglasses Giveaway Winners!!!

Gaye McGill...

Things are going great, and they're only getting better.
You're doing all right, getting good grades.
The future's so bright, you've gotta wear shades!

Congrats, Gaye. You are the new owner of these limited-edition Etnia Barcelona N°00 sunglasses* valued at $295!!! Lisa Petitte and Jill Soubel, both of you have won a $50 gift certificate* to Margot & Camille Optique in Philadelphia! Congratulations, ladies. And "merci beaucoup" to Margot & Camille Optique for generously sponsoring this giveaway.

If you're in the Philadelphia area, be sure to drop by on Friday, July 11th for Salvatore Ferragamo Trunk Show and Cocktail Party. Come dressed to impress and enter to win amazing prizes! For more information, click here.

Margot & Camille Optique
142 North 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.923.0508

*No returns and no exchanges on the sunglasses or gift certificates.

Made In The Shade: Don't Forget To Enter The Sunglasses Giveaway!

This week, I've partnered with Margot & Camille Optique in Philadelphia for a giveaway that's made in the shade.


One grand prize winner will receive these limited-edition Etnia Barcelona N°00 sunglasses valued at $295 and two readers from the Philadelphia area will win a $50 gift certificate.

The contest closes at midnght tonight...so don't miss out. Click here to enter!

In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway: Are You The Winner Of The Beach Bag?

Today is the final day of Spoiled Pretty’s In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway Week. All good things must come to an end, but before this one bids you adieu, there are five winners to be announced.

Congratulations to Omaia Dessureault - she is the winner of the Envirosax Beach Bag Giveaway. Her Envirosax Flora bag will be filled with Secret Flawless Antiperspirant/Deodorant, Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara, Goody Mosaic Ouchless Purse Brush, Bath & Body Works Body Splash in Blushing Cherry Blossom, Neutrogena MoistureShine Lip Soothers SPF 20, and Avon Skin-So-Soft Bug Guard.


And it doesn't stop there...Cristy Grace Coleman, Melissa Mann, Marilyn Robertson, and Beth Ellen Sellars have each won an Envirosax Flora bag!

Thanks to Envirosax, Avon, Bath & Body Works, Cover Girl, Goody, Neutrogena, and Secret for sponsoring this giveaway. And big thanks to all of you who tuned in this week and participated in the contests. This is all for you - and I hope you enjoyed it.

In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway: Are You The Winner Of The Weekender Bag?

Congratulations to Lauren Noog. She is the lucky winner of the BOYY Weekender Bag Giveaway!!!


Lauren, I suggest that you plan some fabulous weekend getaways because this bag just begs to be shown off.

In addition to the BOYY Pablo Summer Weekender, you'll receive: Goody Mosaic Ouchless Purse Brush, Goody Mosaic Mini Versa Comb, Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets, Clean & Clear SOFT In-Shower Facial, Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes, Ojon mini TUNU Flexible Finishing Hairspray, and Tarte Lips Ahoy Lipgloss Set.

Thanks so much to BOYY, Clean & Clear, Goody, Neutrogena, Ojon, and Tarte for sponsoring this amazing giveaway!

And if you haven't done so yet, be sure to enter the last of our In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaways:

Envirosax Beach Bag Giveaway – ends 7/5

In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway: Are You The Winner Of The Clutch?

I hope everyone is having a happy 4th. For one of you, it's about to get even better. And by one of you, I mean Cory McEwen.

Cory McEwen has won the In The Bag Clutch Giveaway - and will receive the Felix Rey Michelle Clutch, filled with Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara, Tarte Lock & Roll Creaseless Eyeshadow Duo, Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets, and Goody Mosaic Mini Versa Comb.

I'd like to thank all of the sponsors for making this contest possible!

The weekend may be here, but there are still two giveaways left. Make sure to enter:

BOYY Weekender Bag Giveaway – ends 7/4
Envirosax Beach Bag Giveaway – ends 7/5

In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway: Are You The Winner Of The Eco-Friendly Bag?

The Eco-Friendly Handbag Giveaway was inspired by my BFF Jill, who is a vegan and all-around friend of the earth. And when buying food, clothing, accessories and cosmetics, she is very careful that her purchases are in line with her beliefs.

I can remember countless times when, during the course of our friendship, Jill fell in love with a product - only to discover that it was made with animals or very eco-unfriendly. So when I decided to do the In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway Week, I knew I had to throw some eco-friendly fabulousness in there, for good karmic measure.

The winner of Elezar’s Vivi Barrel Bag (which retails for $375) is Marley Ward!!!

Congratulations, Marley - you have also won Burt's Bees Chemical-Free Sunscreen SPF 15, Aloe & Linden Flower After Sun Soother, Jurlique Sun Lotion SPF 30+, Jurlique Citrus Purifying Mist, and Tarte Double Dose Berry Boost & Gloss.

Thank to all of the sponsors for making this contest possible, and for spoiling Marley pretty.

And don't forget to enter the other In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaways:

Felix Rey Clutch Giveaway – ends 7/3
BOYY Weekender Bag Giveaway – ends 7/4
Envirosax Beach Bag Giveaway – ends 7/5

Until next time...

In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway: Are You The Winner Of The Everyday Bag?

Here’s what some of you had to say about the Creations By Kage Everyday Bag Giveaway:

“I love the color, size and style of this bag. I can't believe you are giving even more items in the giveaway than this bag.”

“I adore this bag and would love to own something so stylish! Thanks as always for the great giveaways and for spoiling your readers.”

“I'm crazy in love with this buttery, beautiful handbag and the beauty loot also. I believe I saw the Cover Girl Lash Blast on your blog as one of Oprah's Summer favorites and I was just reading about the Goody Mosaic Mini Versa Comb in the June issue of Glamour magazine under their steals & deals! Thanks for spicing up summer.”

“Love the bag, love the story behind the horseshoe, love the stuff inside it.”

“This one looks dreamy.”

“Mmmm...that bag is scrumptious!”

“This is the cutest bag EVER. AHHHH!! I WANT everything in that bag!!”

“I think you have by far the best giveaways I've ever seen! You rawk!!”

“This bag is so pretty, I'm going to have to buy it if I don't win!”

“THAT BAG IS HEAVEN ON EARTH!”

“Pick me, pick me!! Pleeeeeeeeeeeeease!!”

“Hi Daneen! This bag is so beautiful I just had to enter... You have the best giveaways in the history of giveaways. Thanks for taking the time to do this!”

When there’s this kind of enthusiasm about a giveaway, it warms my heart because it lets me know that you enjoy and appreciate the time and effort I put into these contests. But at the same time, it makes me a little bit sad that everyone can’t be a winner. I hope you'll still be my friend if your name isn't called.

So without further ado, the winner of the Everyday Bag Giveaway is...Jaine Freedman!!! She will receive the Creations By Kage Stormy Tote in turquoise, Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara, Goody Mosaic Ouchless Purse Brush, Goody Mosaic Mini Versa Comb, Tarte Infinite Glow Bestsellers Palette, MAX Factor Vivid Impact Eyeshadow Duos, DentaBurst, RoC Retinol Correxion Hand Repair Cream SPF15, Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets, and Aveeno Essential Moisture Lip Conditioner SPF 15.

I’d like to thank Creations By Kage, Aveeno, Clean & Clear, Cover Girl, DentaBurst, Goody, Max Factor, RoC, and Tarte for sponsoring this mind-blowing giveaway!

Didn't win yet? Wondering when it's going to be your turn? Put away the torches and pitchforks, and make sure that you enter the other In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaways:

Elezar Eco-Friendly Bag Giveaway – ends 7/2
Felix Rey Clutch Giveaway – ends 7/3
BOYY Weekender Bag Giveaway – ends 7/4
Envirosax Beach Bag Giveaway – ends 7/5

The Future's So Bright, I Gotta Give Away Some Shades!

A few weeks ago, I decided to write an article about sunglasses. I owed it to you to write more than a puff piece about which styles are in vogue, so I enlisted the help of an expert.


After work one day, I took a taxi to the Old City section of Philadelphia and instructed the driver to stop in front of Margot & Camille Optique. Upon entering the cozy boutique, I was warmly greeted by Valerie Vittu, Optician and Eyewear Image Consultant, formerly of Alain Mikli on Madison Avenue in New York City. Her boutique has an upscale feel, with artistic flourishes - like its saffron-hued walls and artfully displayed merchandise.

What I expected to be a 20-25 minute conversation turned out to be an hour and a half tutorial. In a frenetic French accent, Valerie schooled me on how to choose the right pair of sunglasses. It isn't an exact science, she explained. A certain face shape plus a particular frame shape does not necessarily equal your perfect pair of shades. If I learned anything from this former sculptor turned optician, it's that choosing a flattering pair of sunglasses is an art.

Obviously, the process involves a good deal of trial and error. It can be as confusing and frustrating as finding a pair of jeans or the elusive "perfect" swimsuit. But with a few tips, you can narrow the scope of your search and make the process much easier - and fun!

When shopping for sunglasses, consider the following factors:

Shape

Decide which styles work best with your face shape. Round Faces: If you have a round face shape, avoid sunglasses with rounded frames...this will only emphasize the roundness of your face. Angular shapes create a contrast that is visually slimming. Square Faces: If your face is square, look for rounded styles that can help to soften. Heart-Shaped: Find frames that balance a wide forehead and compliment your gorgeous cheeks and pointy chin. Oval Faces: You lucky lasses have the most options when choosing sunglasses. Almost any style will be flattering, but remember that face shape isn't the only aspect to consider...

Size
When it comes to sunglasses, one size does not fit all. Oversized shades may be very on-trend right now - but what's seriously stylish is wearing a pair that works with the proportions of your face and body. Sunglasses that are too big will swallow you up, and make it look as though they're wearing you...too small, and people will think you beat up some poor little girl and stole her shades. You wouldn't squeeze your size 10 derriere into size 2 daisy dukes. The same idea applies to your eyewear. But on the flip side, sunglasses that offer more coverage do a better job of protecting the delicate skin around your eye area.

Fit
Sunglasses should fit comfortably on the face. If they pinch the temples or pull on the ears, put 'em back on the shelf. An ill-fitting pair, no matter how cute, is just going to give you a headache. If you have a low nose bridge or none at all, you should probably gravitate toward glasses with nose pads. How can you tell if you fall into this category? If there is a gap where the glasses sit on your nose, you're a candidate for nose pads. I fall into this category.

Color
Stay in the same color family as your complexion and hair, and the effect will be neutral. You can also play with color to accentuate certain features or downplay imperfections. To highlight lips, for example, choose a frame or lens with rose tones. If you have olive skin or visible veins, stay away from green tints. If you have a ruddy complexion, counteract the red with blue tints.

Lens
If you’re going to get prescription sunglasses, don't concern yourself with the lenses - because they will be removed. Otherwise, you might want to ask the optician or salesperson about different lens features. I have a personal prefence for polarized lenses, which help to reduce the glare created when light bounces off of some objects, such as water, highways and other similar surfaces. Here's a cool trick that Valerie taught me: to see if lenses are polarized, hold sunglasses in front of a computer screen. Then tilt them sideways, on a 45 degree angle. The lenses will appear opaque black. Pretty cool stuff, right?

UV Protection
Don't be misled into thinking that dark lenses offer higher UV protection. The UV coating on lenses is clear, so tint has nothing to do with UV. What is especially dangerous, Valerie warned, is to buy darkly tinted sunglasses that offer no UV protection - because the pupils are wide open and especially susceptible to damage. The FDA recommends you purchase sunglasses that block 99-100% of UVA and UVB radiation. The sticker should read either UV 400 or 100% UV protection.

Price
You might be tempted to go cheap, but a quality pair of shades is actually a sound investment. When you buy inexpensive sunglasses, you treat them like inexpensive sunglasses. You haphazardly toss them into your purse without a case, accidentally sit on them and warp the frames, or flat-out lose them. When you invest in a good pair of glasses, you handle them with care and keep tabs on their whereabouts. Valerie asked me, "How many Bic pens do you own and where are they?" She added, "You don't know and you probably don't care. But if you have a Montblanc pen, you know where it's at at all times." Valerie speaks the truth, y'all.

Personality
Finally, it's important to take your personality into account. If you are athletic, you might want to look for sportier styles. Glamour girls might want to consult magazines before buying. As an optician, Valerie is committed to helping a customer select frames that reflect her identity and the way she wants to be perceived. And it's always a good idea to take a family member or girlfriend with you - someone who will tell you the truth. "Make sure she's honest, and not jealous," Valerie joked.

This week, Margot & Camille Optique schools us in art of sunglasses...and they're also spoiling you pretty with two fabulous giveaways!!!

One grand prize winner will receive these limited-edition Etnia Barcelona N°00 sunglasses* - these babies retail for $295! And two readers from the Philadelphia area will win a $50 gift certificate* to Margot & Camille Optique!!!

To enter, send an email to spoiledprettycontests@gmail.com. Be sure to include your full name - and local gals, make sure to indicate that you live in the Philadelphia area. The subject line should read "Sunglasses Giveaway." The contest ends at midnight (EST) on Sunday, July 6th. One winner and two runners-up will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Monday, July 7th, I'll announce the winners names. Please, only one entry per person; duplicate entries will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. & Canadian residents only.

Good luck!

*No returns and no exchanges on the sunglasses or gift certificates.

In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway: Are You The Winner Of The Gym Bag?

Thanks for all of the entries you sent me for the LUG Gym Bag Giveaway! Many of you wrote to tell me how difficult it’s been getting in shape...and I have to admit, it’s nice to hear that I’m not the only one.

Well, it’s time to reveal the name of the lucky winner, and she is…Becky Kekenes!!! Becky’s about to get some booty – beauty booty, that is.

She will receive a Lug Puddle Jumper Gym Bag filled with Ojon Revitalizing Mist, Neutrogena Rainbath Shower & Shave, Clean & Clear Deep Action Refreshing Gel Cleanser, Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets, Bath & Body Works Body Splash in Enchanted Orchid, Goody Ouchless Detangling Comb, and Secret Flawless Antiperspirant/Deodorant.

Many thanks to Lug, Bath & Body Works, Clean & Clear, Goody, Neutrogena, Ojon, and Secret for making this all possible! And if you haven’t done so already, make sure that you enter the other In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaways:

Creations By Kage Everyday Bag Giveaway – ends 7/1
Elezar Eco-Friendly Bag Giveaway – ends 7/2
Felix Rey Clutch Giveaway – ends 7/3
BOYY Weekender Bag Giveaway – ends 7/4
Envirosax Beach Bag Giveaway – ends 7/5

In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaway: Are You The Winner of the Work Bag?

Happy Monday, my pretties. I hope that everyone had a fun and relaxing weekend.

The time has come to announce the winner of the Aleya New York bag. As always, I wish I had more than one to give away. Hell, I wish I had an extra one for myself because the bag is just that gorgeous! But I only have the one, and it is reserved for Katie Gardini!!!

Katie has won the Allie Hobo in Natural, which was featured in Henri Bendel's exotic event and has been one of Aleya’s best sellers for spring/summer; the patchwork detail is very trend current, but the natural colors keep it wearable. Katie has also won a Goody Mosaic Ouchless Purse Brush and Mosaic Mini Versa Comb, Neutrogena Healthy Volume Mascara, Neutrogena MoistureShine Soothing LipSheers, Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets, and a DentaBurst “Be Ready To Shine” Kit.

For those of you who didn’t win, but still need a little Aleya in your lives…Joann Padilla, the creative genius behind Aleya New York, is offering you a 25% discount on your next purchase. At checkout, just enter the code Spoiledpretty6/08 in the special instruction box – and you’re all set!

Many thanks to Aleya New York, Clean & Clear, DentaBurst, Goody, and Neutrogena for sponsoring such a fabulous giveaway! And if you haven’t done so already, make sure that you enter the other In The Bag Summer Beauty Giveaways:

Lug Gym Bag Giveaway – ends 6/30
Creations By Kage Everyday Bag Giveaway – ends 7/1
Elezar Eco-Friendly Bag Giveaway – ends 7/2
Felix Rey Clutch Giveaway – ends 7/3
BOYY Weekender Bag Giveaway – ends 7/4
Envirosax Beach Bag Giveaway – ends 7/5