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A NEW priia.com is here!

We are so excited to announce that PRIIA Cosmetics has launched its brand new website AND its brand new line of 100% acne-safe mineral makeup called: 

Our new line of mineral cosmetics called "PRIIA minerale-derm" replaces our old line.  If you've got acne, then this is your 'go to' line of natural mineral makeup.  It's 100% non-comedogenic, 100% non-acnegenic PLUS it's beneficial to acne-prone skin types AND it's 100% gluten-free & cruelty-free.  There is NO other mineral makeup brand on the market today that can compare to PRIIA.

After today, this blog will be moved to our new website and this Typepad blog will be canceled. We hope you'll come over to www.priia.com and sign up to receive our blog articles and also our free beauty and skin care guide.  

Thank you for being a subscriber to this blog!  We'll see you soon!

Cheers!

-Kelley (a.k.a. The Mineral Makeup Coach)

PRIIA Cosmetics Launches New Colors for Spring/Summer 2013!

The warm weather is here and summer itself is just around the corner.  With that said, the trend for makeup is to "dare to bare" but still look polished.  Colors for this season are softer and have a more subtle approach as opposed to the daring and deep hues we find during the fall and winter months.

I'm please to announce a new collection of gorgeous colors by PRIIA Cosmetics.  They're perfect for this time of year when you still want to wear makeup but don't want to look overly "made-up".

 

Here's the latest blush color.  It's called Cherry Blossom.  It will add a perfect pop of whimsical pink to the apples of your cheeks!

 

Shown Above, we have two new satin shadows: Sunlit Sand & Peridot. 

 

Shown below are our latest matte eye shadows: Seashell and Linen.

And last, but certainly not least, our two new lip gloss colors: Apricot Sateen and Rose Sateen.

So there you have it!  An array of beautiful, soft and feminine hues.  Take these colors for a test drive today.  Head on over to www.priia.com and pick up some samples.  You'll love the myriad of different looks you can create!  Let your inner makeup artist OUT.

Cheers!

-Kelley (a.k.a. The Mineral Makeup Coach)

 

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PRIIA Cosmetics Re-Releases Two Favorite Products!

Today PRIIA Cosmetics released 2 of its best-selling products with updated formulations:  HydraPrime Oil-Control Powder and Creamy Under Eye Concealer!

Here's why I'm so excited about these updated formulas...

HydraPrime has been reformulated and now contains Japanese Green Tea Leaf Extract.  The potent antioxidant and anti-aging properties of Green Tea are a perfect addition to this fabulous face powder.  Also, HydraPrime is nearly 100% translucent now, so even deep skin tones can wear this product without worrying about looking 'ashen'.  It still has the same amazing oil-control properties that clients have come to love but now it simply has more beneficial ingredients for your overall complexion.  It can be worn as a primer AND a finishing powder.  It also works wonders for those who have problems with their eye shadows creasing. Simply apply your foundation onto your lids, then apply a small amount of HydraPrime on top and you've got a perfect 'canvas' for layering your favorite shadows and keeping them in place all day (or night) long!  If you're an oily-skinned gal (like me), give HydraPrime a try.  Your skin will thank you!

Next, our best-selling Creamy Under Eye Concealer has been reformulated to contain not one, but TWO amazing extracts: Cucumber Extract and Licorice Root Extract!  Cucumber extract is well-known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties and Licorice Root works on lightening and brightening while also decongesting dilated capillaries.  Both of these wonderful extracts work synergistically to aid in healing and to help keep the skin even-toned and soothed.  Our Under Eye Concealer has been a best-seller ever since we launched it in March 2009.  We make and sell so much of this product, I have sometimes wondered if women are eating this stuff! (please don't eat it- it's made for external use only). ;-)

So, if you've got oily skin or dark under eye circles or both (like me...again) - now you have to 2 products to add to your makeup arsenal.  You can find them at www.priia.com .  Oh, FYI- both of these products are 100% Gluten Free!

 

 

Cheers!

-Kelley (a.k.a. The Mineral Makeup Coach)

 

 

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Happy 3 Year Anniversary PRIIA Cosmetics!

Wow! I can't believe three years has gone by so quickly since launching PRIIA Cosmetics. Where does the time go?

In honor of our anniversary, we are having a HUGE sale. Everything in our retail web store is now 30% off! Just enter the code: HAPPY30 at checkout to receive your discount. The sale ends prompty at 11:59pm EST 3/18/2012. Go ahead and stock up on your favorite goodies!

We're also excited to announce the launch of our new Exotic Oil Cleanse. It's a natural makeup remover and skin conditioner all in one! It's non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic. This amazing formula is loaded with skin lovin' botanicals such as Japanese Green Tea which provides vital antioxidant protection.

All orders placed during our anniversary sale of $35 or more (AFTER all discounts have been applied & BEFORE shipping) will receive a FREE sample of this amazing skin care product.

So, hop on over to www.priia.com and get in on the sale! Enjoy!

Happy Shopping!!!!

Cheers!

-Kelley
(a.k.a. The Mineral Makeup Coach)

Are YOU Fun & Flirty?

For Spring/Summer 2011, PRIIA Cosmetics launched new products that were called the "Fun and Flirty" collection.  New products include: Creme mineral foundation, two new lippie colors (Twisted Papaya & Vixen Violet) five new mineral satin shadow shades and a new blush color, Primrose.

The response to the new collection has been fabulous!  Here's what one of our latest customers had to say about our new creme mineral foundation:

"It has such a great silky texture, it is very lightweight, but gives a good coverage. Considering my skin condition, I'd say medium to full coverage. For others that don't have a problematic skin, or blemishes it would be a full coverage! It blends perfectly and absolutely matches my skin tone. Cream foundations are especially good for those with dry skin, but I believe this one would be good for any skin type. I just applied a very thin layer of powder foundation and magic is done! I look like I just had a good 7 hour night's sleep. It's all so well blended, totally natural looking and feeling. Yes, it feels fabulous!!! Kelley, you have done an AMAZING job. Thank you! I've looked for you all my live and I'm so happy I found you!" - Stefi Petkova, MN

If you haven't tried our latest collection, hop on over to www.priia.com and get your hands on some FREE samples (yes, I said FREE).  We're pretty sure you're going to love us. ;-)

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New! PRIIA's Lowered Pricing on Select Vegan Cosmetic Brushes!

We all know the importance of using good cosmetic brushes in order to get a flawless mineral makeup application, right?  Well, PRIIA Cosmetics has made it even easier to apply your makeup properly by lowering prices on select Vegan Synthetic Brush styles!  We know that once you try our Spa Luxe Vegan Synthetic brushes, you'll NEVER go back to using anything else ever again. 

Just go to here to find out all the details.  Oh, we've also lowered prices on select cosmetic brush cases too!  Now you can keep your brushes and cosmetics safe & organized for less while traveling over the upcoming holidays.

Thank you for your loyalty & support.  We hope you enjoy the new prices!

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PRIIA Cosmetics Launches New Products + More Exciting Announcements!

At PRIIA Cosmetics, we're always creating something!  We're positively thrilled to announce the launch of Body Sparx plus 6 NEW gorgeous lippie colors for Fall/Holiday 2009.

Body Sparx is our latest addition to the PRIIA loose mineral cosmetics collection.  It's an uber-feminine body shimmer powder that is enticingly scented with organic fruit extracts such as pomegranate, wild cherry bark and apricot.  It's available in 2 skin tone enhancing shades: Goddess (for light to light/medium skin tones) and Diva (for medium to medium/deep skin tones).  Not only will you look & feel sexy when wearing Body Sparx, you'll smell divine too!  Plus, Body Sparx is packaged in an adorable stacked jar that comes with it's very own super soft puff applicator!

You're probably already aware that at PRIIA Cosmetics, we're lip gloss junkies.  So, to stay true-to-form, we've created 6 new lippie colors that are sure to be head turners, especially this holiday season!  These new colors are available in both our About 2 Pout Natural Lip Gloss and our Pucker Upz Lip Infusions.  We also have made clear gloss available in our About 2 Pout formula for those who just want shine without any color.

As always, sample sizes are available for these new products and colors.  Go to www.priia.com to view all the new goodies!

Next, we're having a MEGA sale on our natural vegan eye and lip liners.  Right now they're 50% off so stock up on your favorite colors while you can!

Lastly, we've lowered our shipping rates again to make your holiday shopping even easier on your budget!  That's right- now you can order anything on our site from $1.00 to $74.99 and pay just a flat rate of only $5.50!  As always, orders of $75 or more ship FREE via priority mail.  Please note this offer is only valid for US retail customer orders. 

Well, that's it for right now.  We hope you're as excited as we are about all of our special announcements.  Thanks for taking the time to stop by.

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-The Mineral Makeup Coach

PRIIA Cosmetics Launches The "Endless Summer" Collection!

I am absolutely stoked to announce the debut of the the long awaited "Endless Summer" Collection!  These products are everything you need to enhance your summer beauty style.

There are 3 new About2Pout Natural Lip Gloss shades: Pink Gelato, Coralicious, and Sun Fire.  They are a beautifully sheer wash of color with a gorgeous, moisturizing shine.  As always, they are never sticky or gloppy like many traditional lip glosses. 

 

Our new CheekWhisperz Loose Mineral Blushes are: Melon Sorbet & Mocha Spice.  Both are semi-matte and will give your cheeks that perfect 'pop' of soft color!

 

Last but not least, our newest Satin Complexion Enhancer, called Celestial will give your face and body a beautylicious golden radiance that's nothing short of a goddess!  You can wear this product anywhere on the face and body.  It's simply breathtaking!

As with over 98% of PRIIA's products, The "Endless Summer" Collection is available in inexpensive sample sizes so you can test drive them BEFORE commiting to full-sizes. 

Also, right now ALL of PRIIA's About2Pout glosses, CheekWhisperz blushes and Satin Complexion Enhancers are on sale!  Go to www.priia.com and stock up on your favs!

So, what are you waiting for?  Go to www.priia.com and see what's waiting for you!

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PRIIA Cosmetics 30% Off Memorial Day Weekend Sale!

From now through Monday May 25th, 2009, PRIIA Cosmetics is having a storewide 30% off sale in honor of Memorial Day weekend!

Stock up on your favorites like Essential Cover Loose Mineral Foundation, About2Pout Natural Lip Gloss, Double Duty Firming Face & Eye Gel and more! Go to http://www.priia.com

Just enter this coupon code at checkout:  MEMORIAL09

Plus, PRIIA Cosmetics has new LOWER shipping rates!  For US retail orders from $1 to $50, it's a flat rate of just $5!  For US retail orders from $50.01 to $74.99, it's a flate rate of just $8.50!  And as always, US retail orders of $75 or more is FREE shipping!

Coming soon...PRIIA Cosmetics is introducing NEW products and colors on June 1st, 2009!  Keep your eyes open for further annoucements over the next week!

Is this a GREAT way to kick off the summer or what?!?!

Hurry...start your holiday weekend shopping NOW!  Our 30% off everything sale ends promptly at midnight EST on May 25th, 2009.  Don't miss out!

Have a safe, happy and healthy Memorial Day Weekend! 

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Formulation Frustration!!!

A few days ago I created a beautiful JADE color matte eyeshadow.  I worked really hard on this particular shade; it was difficult to get it just right.  It was late at night when I formulated this color and I wrote down the ingredients on a scratch piece of paper (Post It note).  The following day I cleaned up the previous evening's experiments, disinfected my lab area and went on about my day.

Last night I decided to log my matte shadow formulas into my laptop.  Well, when I went to look for the JADE shadow formula it was gone!  My stomach sank.  Where could I have put it???  I began to retrace my steps...  My stomach sank further- I THREW OUT the Jade shadow formula!!!  Tons of emotions ran through my head and then I remembered the garbage hadn't been picked up yet.  Do you know what I did next?  Yup, I put on my gloves, a mask and an old t-shirt and into the garbage dumpster I climbed!  Ick! 

Bag by bag I sifted through coffee grinds, orange peels, green pieces of I-don't-know-what and things that smelled like old gym socks.  Oh how gross!  And then...could it be?..  Yes! I found that little piece of scratch paper with the Jade matte shadow formula!  EUREKA!  I proceeded to remove the cement-like clumps of scrambled eggs that were stuck to this invaluable piece of paper, climbed out of the dumpster and whispered a little prayer that I wouldn't come down with a staph infection after this fiasco.

After taking a loooong hot shower, I immediately logged the Jade shadow formula into my laptop and decided to call it a night.  So what did I learn from this debacle?  WRITE EVERYTHING DOWN IN MY FORMULATING NOTEBOOK!  Post It notes are no longer allowed anywhere near my formulating studio!

Cheers!

-The Mineral Makeup Coach