Your Body:

La Mer is known for its exceptional facial cream and La Mer’s ‘The Body Lotion’ ($140) is no different. This indulgent lotion nourishes skin and relieves all those winter-induced dry, itchy patches. Worth the price tag.

Your Face:

Philosophy’s Hope in a Jar ($38) is the gold standard when it comes to facial moisturizers, hydrating deeply into the skin while still managing to be lightweight and non-greasy. Translation: no clogged pores.

Your Complexion:

Anyone who has put foundation on dry skin knows the flakes that often start to appear, but not so with Laura Mercier Moisturizing Foundation ($42), which adds moisture to skin with buildable, smooth coverage.

Your Lips:

YSL Gloss Volupte Sheer Sensual Gloss Stick ($30) glides on like a dream and plumps up lips’ moisture for hours after application. But what we love best just might be the sheer, bold colors and fruity (but not overly so) scent.

Your Hands:

Fight dry, rough hands with Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Cream ($4.49). Just one tiny dab of this classic quickly softens chapped hands and forms a protective layer. And did we mention it’s extremely wallet-friendly?

Your Hair:

Terax Original Crema Ultra Moisturzing Daily Conditioner ($48) is the holy grail of conditioners. Not only does it smell all kinds of great, but it transforms dull and dry hair into silky locks and repairs damage.

Looking for more top beauty picks? Check out our guides to the best heavy moisturizers, dry hair repair, eye creams, and mascara.

This J.Crew Cosabella ever lowrider thong three-pack ($24.99, down from $48) is perfectly priced at less than $25 – everybody loves the flattering lace-band thongs. No muffin tops here! This cozy Chunky cable-knit scarf ($41.99, down from $88) is the perfect winter accessory gift.

Give pretty much anybody this Stila three-pack lip gloss ($17.49, down from $35) – your sister, friend, cousin or coworker. Roll up one of these Shimmer pocket tanks ($13.99, down from $29.50) for a very memorable, and much-appreciated stocking stuffer.

More sales and deals:

70% Off Sweaters at Shopbop

40% off designer party dresses

J.Crew’s Factory Online store is open until 12/20 + 25% off sale ends today with free shipping

Up to 45% off tons of great gifts at Nordstrom

40% off at Bloomingdale’s

Free shipping:

Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy & Athleta

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For more holiday must-haves, check our guides to the best cocktail rings, party dresses, earrings, party shoes.

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Who could’ve predicted a waitlist for lip gloss?  The limited-edition NARS Bento Box Lip Gloss ($125), which hits stores on Monday, will likely make beauty history, with only 1,000 available nationwide and growing hype. While the super-saturated red and pink shades, inspired by Japanese Kabuki theater, are definitely gorgeous, if you lack patience (or bank), get your bright-gloss-in-a-pot fix–with these 3 alternatives:

Topshop’s Polish ($12), shown here in Coral, is bright, highly pigmented and budget friendly, so you can afford other fall must-haves. A tip: go easy on the rest of your face, just a sweep of mascara will complement your lips perfectly.

This NARS Lip Lacquer ($24) in Hot Wired may be a bit more sheer than Bento Box’s shades, but that just makes the pink  more suitable for everyday use.

L’Oréal‘s HIP Jelly Balm ($9) is known for its high intensity colors, and this cherry red shade, Delectable, is no exception. Dab on just a bit with your finger for an understated stain, or pile it on for an attention-grabbing pout.

Ease the application process by investing in a good-quality lip brush, like this one from Cargo ($17), which helps even the shakiest hand be more precise.

Can’t get enough beauty products? Shop our guides and find your next favorite lip balm, mascara, and eyeliner.

We’re not talking jewelry or scarves, they’ve already mastered that. We’re saying all those items you never knew you needed such as nail polish, detergent, stationery, and…tweezers. Not only is J. Crew our favorite place for fall trends, but now we also love it for the extra bonuses (not to mention 30% off sale and free shipping over $150).

Because J.Crew VP Jenna Lyons didn’t add unibrows to her list of  Jenna’s picks, consider picking up thisSwarovski Crystal Tweezerman Tweezer Set ($100) at your next checkout.

J. Crew’s already mandating which colors you’ll be wearing this year anyway (hello, military green!) so let ‘em choose your beauty products as well. Try the perfect Essie Nail Polish ($8) and Bobbi Brown Lip Gloss ($20), both available in 2 colors, to finish off your outfits.

Since visible panty lines are passe (especially with chino pants) slip into this Cosabella Cutie Low Rise Thong ($19), in 5 colors. If thongs aren’t your style, check out the other Cosabella panties at J.Crew.

You just spent a fortune on your J.Crew wardrobe–why leave it up to your washing machine to ruin everything? Laundress New York J. Crew Denim Detergent ($16) is specifically made for washing J. Crew jeans. There’s also a detergent for swimwear, shirts, and shirt collars & cuffs.

Don’t forget to send Jenna (or your sugar daddy) a thank-you note, on this gorgeous Connor New York Stationery ($75),  for all of these wonderful little ‘extras’.

Read up on more fashion news. Shop our guides to the best bootcut jeans, the best evening tops, and the best oxfords. Sign up for SHEFindsMail and received exclusive e-mail updates.

Alice + Olivia’s Dazzleglass Creme lipgloss ($18) is the only product left. It comes in this bold “I.Want.Candy” yellow.

If you’d prefer a more traditional pink, Sparkalicious (above left) is a pretty, pale one. The gloss also comes in this bold If It’s Pink – the perfect party color.

For more great makeup finds, check out our guide to the best makeup and skin care products. Score yourself a flattering swimsuit with our swimwear guide; and don’t forget to check our top-recommended self-tanners to get the perfect golden glow to go with it.

See other products that are worth your time in our beauty roadtests, then check out our buying guide to the best lip balms and the best mascaras.

We love a novel beauty product that’s fun to play with. Too Faced Mood Swing Lip Gloss ($18.50) does just the trick if you’re bored with your old lip balm. This one is like a fun party trick–just like the mood rings we used to play with as kids, this lip gloss starts out clear and turns pinker as your temperature rises. Keep it at your desk or give them out to your frenemies (they’re beauty’s answer to lie detector tests)–at under $20, they’re a great little gift to stock up on. Try it in Petal Pink, Pink Shimmer, and the more deeper Pink Berry.

See more beauty coverage, plus our favorite  lip balms, and the best mascara and travel beauty you can actually take on the plane.

What: Stila Makeup Player, $70

Why: Inside this grown-up Kaboodle (it’s a really good size for travel – I’d stuff my lingerie in the bottom part, makeup in the top), you’ll find five Stila products in your shade, a mirror…and an mp3 dock.

It’s cool because:

1. You can play makeup lesson videos from Stila on your mp3 player (it works with iPhones, BlackBerrys, and others), which sits right in front of the mirror; look down at the lesson, look up at your face, expertly apply makeup, repeat.
2. Extra makeup lesson videos are free to download at StilaBeautyTube.com, starting November 1.
3. The built-in speakers that play your makeup lesson also play everything else on your device. Hello, traveling party.
4. Five products (lip gloss, eyeshadow trio, shadow brush, lip and cheek tint, and Stila’s new foundation) and iPod speakers for $70 is kind of a deal.

Get Yours: Pre-order at StilaBeautyTube.com – the site launches in full November 1.

Round out the products in your Makeup Player with our picks for the best mascaras, best eye creams, and best travel beauty items.

ModelCo Skin Drink Airbrush Moisturizer
ModelCo Lip Lights in Indian Summer
Kiss Manicure Salon Kit
Kiss Pedicure Salon Kit
Kiss Everlasting French Nails
Kiss Everlasting French Toenails
Dashing Diva Polish in Summer Fling

Why: These beauty accessories will keep you hydrated, glossy, and perfectly pedicured for the rest of the summer.

We’re particularly fond of the lip gloss, which has a built-in mirror and lights so you can touch up anywhere, and the manicure kit, because it’s exceedingly packable for vacations (if you’re checking your bags).

How: In honor of the fabulous nail products in this prize, we want to know what nail color you’re wearing right now. Pale pink? Bright blue? French? Comment below to enter.

1. Post a comment about what polish color you’re wearing this summer.

2. You must supply us with a valid email address and sign up for the SheFinds newsletter.

3. The contest starts now and entries must be date stamped by our
server no later than Friday, August 7th, 2009 at 11:59 AM Eastern Time to be eligible.

4. One winner will be selected during a random drawing and will be
announced in the August 11th SheFinds newsletter. The winner must reply via email as instructed in the newsletter to claim the prize.

5. No prize substitutions.

6. You must be 18 years old or older to enter and a resident of the USA.

7. No purchase necessary.

8. Void where prohibited.

9. Click here for the full rules.

Scary, right? Make sure you’re protecting your pucker with these three shiny SPF lip glosses.

1. Neutrogena MoistureShine Lip Soother SPF 20 ($7)

Developed by dermatologists, this gloss combines broad-spectrum UV protection and shiny, fun colors.

2. Clinique Long Last Glosswear SPF 15 ($14)

This hydrating gloss protects and shimmers in colors from sheer to opaque. So you get protection along with sexy shine.

3. Bobbi Brown Lip Balm SPF 15 ($17)

Made with olive oil, this simple balm protects lips and keeps them smooth. Plus, the silver tin is ideal for toting around.

And check out our Lip Balms Guide for more ways to keep your lips protected no matter the season.