Another Look at LashBlast.

I have been so enamoured in trying all of the latest moving mascara brands, that I almost forgot about one of my newer favorites. I started using Covergirl LashBlast last year, but it had sort of gotten stashed away. It wasn't until I was subtly reminded again at how great this mascara is that it has been making it's way back into my rotation.

If you have not given this big orange beauty a try yet, you really need to check it out at your mass merchandiser or drugstore soon. Be sure you don't let the size or different type of brush fool you. The large rubberized brush does a fantastic job of coating each lash, building them in volume as it lengthens.

For everyday, I only use one coat of LashBlast. For night time or extra eyelash oomph, I wait a minute or two and apply a second or even third coat. Love!

LashBlast ($7.50) comes in two formulas, the regular version which I use as well as a waterproof version. LashBlast is available in four shades: Very Black, Black, Black Brown, and Brown.

CoverGirl's Response to Simply Ageless Opening Issues.

CoverGirl has been listening to those of us who have had problems opening the Simply Ageless Foundation.

First, here is a link to the updated Web site with information on opening the compact and where to call for additional information/assistance.

The reason Simply Ageless is capped so tight is because it contains a high-tech emulsion of CoverGirl foundation and Olay Skin Care ingredients, so it’s important that the package be tightly sealed to preserve the quality of the product. Our goal is to ensure that the consumer gets the freshest, highest quality product from the moment she opens the package. With that said, after opening and using Simply Ageless, you can close the jar as you normally would any jar and the product’s performance and quality will not be affected.

If you continue to have opening issues, CoverGirl’s Customer Service Center can assist you , or if you are not happy with the product for any reason, you can return it for a full refund. Please call 1-800-COVERGIRL for assistance, or see www.covergirl.com.

I am thrilled that they are giving us an answer. I was almost positive that I heard an air tight seal pop when I opened one of the compacts, and I can understand why now. If there is a way to make it better while preserving the quality of the product, I am sure they will do that in the future.

Thank you, CoverGirl.

Thoughts on CoverGirl Simply Ageless Foundation.

By now, I think you all know that Ellen DeGeneres is the spokesmodel for the CoverGirl Olay Simply Ageless Foundation. If you have been following closely, you should have noticed that many of you have had trouble opening the foundation. I had trouble opening it. Even Ellen had trouble opening it. I think it is about time to talk about how I feel about the foundation, and I hope you chime in with your thoughts too.

I initially purchased Simply Ageless in the shades Ivory and Classic Ivory, as I am usually one of the fairest shades in a foundation line-up. After applying, I quickly realized that these were both too light for me. I had purchased mine at CVS, where they have a fabulous return policy, so they let me exchange them for different shades. It is probably important to note that CoverGirl also has a 100% satisfaction guarantee with this foundation, so wherever you purchase, they will take it back for you - for any reason. So, this time I selected Creamy Natural and Buff Beige. Creamy Natural was the perfect shade for my skintone. I am keeping Buff Beige for when I faux tan.

I applied the foundation with the sponge provided and I noticed right away that it did not settle into my fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes or mouth. Not many foundations settle when first applied, so the true test would be to take a look at the end of the day.  Simply Ageless did indeed hold up all day and never settled into my lines. I was very impressed. The coverage was sheer, but once I had set it with my MAC Studio Fix Powder, I was good to go. The next time I tried Simply Ageless, I applied it with a foundation brush and smoothed it out with my fingers. This gave me more of a medium coverage, which is what I look for in a foundation. Applying it this way, I also noticed that after a long day the foundation never settled or caked up around my lines and wrinkles.

My Mother, who hasn't worn a foundation in years because of the very reason that she is 65 years old and everything she tries only accentuates her wrinkles, was definitely intrigued by my explaining this to her. This is when I really noticed how well Simply Ageless works. The foundation seemed to glide over her face using the enclosed sponge, and it never settled into her wrinkles at all. He face instantly looked 10+ years younger - really. She refused to use powder, so I don't think the foundation lasted as long as it did on me, but it certainly did a great job. It made her wrinkles look almost diffused and left her with a soft glow.

Overall, you need to follow through and try this product. Especially if you are older or really have a concern about your wrinkles. While I really liked it for my skin, I loved it on my Mother - and she did too. Trust me - that speaks volumes!

Hopefully P&G will work on a packaging redesign - I cannot ignore that so many of us had problems opening it. But once past that, Simply Ageless is simply great!

Pick up Simply Ageless Foundation at your favorite drugstore or mass retailer for about $13.99. My local CVS price was $15.99.

For those of you have tried it, what do you think? I look forward to your thoughts in the comments.