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HAPPY TURKEY DAY! AVEENO! DRUGSTORE DEAL!

Thu, 11/27/2008 - 12:20am
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Gigi here, with gratitude and Aveeno . . .

I cannot let Thanksgiving pass without some personal remarks about real beauty. You're aware that I've had problems with my eyes and headaches that stupify surgeons. Finally--I believe I've found physicians with solutions. But I lost my precious mom and we were like the same person in two bodies. The Lord took her swiftly and gently; people grapple with horrific cancer for years, but she was diagnosed on August 15 and buried on October 13. That amazes me; God heard the prayers I could not verbalize. We were spared much. This has been tough. No, it's been worse than tough. But all in all, I am simply thankful!


My mother was a consummate beauty, with nary a wrinkle in her 80's. We howled; she would study her flawless complexion and ask if we saw lines. It happens at that age--not for her. However, it was and is her inner loveliness that stunned me. She never complained about her illness but asked me to be happy instead, reminding me to be grateful for all gifts, from the blue sky, roses, and foliage to the skin on a peach and the color of a pomegranate. She contested that it was God's handiwork for us to enjoy. Splendor is seen in my husband, sister, family, and friends here for being patient with me for manifold reasons, even during my "primal meltdowns." I don't deserve them yet am blessed.

It glows it in the administration, faculty, staff, and students of my school (Bishop Canevin in Pittsburgh). These brilliant, multi-talented people possess sincere faith, love, and empathy and it means much. They live their beliefs. I treasure their cards, words, gifts. They helped me to pray when I couldn't and ask me to join them at affairs, welcoming me warmly. And I get paid for this? (Um, please don't take away my salary.)

Beauty is also the readers and reviewers at Meg's. When I came aboard in June, I believe it was for many reasons, in part as preparation for the angst that was to come. You have been enormously kind and I am humbled. You are precious for your comments, jokes, the articles you've sent, the prayers you've written and said, phone calls, uplifting CD's, sachets, unbelievable handmade jewelry, makeup, offers to send photos, and more. My husband contests that I am a "Meg's Makeup junkie" and he is correct! The candid support system I have experienced comforts me in a way I simply cannot describe. I can't cry when I read your hysterical, witty remarks.



Oh, and it's definitely Meg. She's not just a gorgeous face and body--Meg is the epitome of inner and outer magnificence with her generosity, honesty, brilliance, tenacity, and interest in our well-being. She's a woman who took an idea for a product site and created an incredible, interactive place where we can go to share our joys and sorrows as sisters.

As for a product review, I'll make it brief. I bought Aveeno's® "Positively Smooth Shower & Shave Cream" and thought, "Yeah, right, like this will work" (about $6.00). It does! I find the scent nondescript and prefer more pungent fragrances, but this formula contains glycerin, soy, wax, and emollients to allow you to shave so closely and comfortably that hair growth is actually inhibited. It's great for sensitive skin and leaves you feeling like smooth marble, a huge help in paring your routine.

Have a peace- and joy-filled Thanksgiving. Love you, dazzling and dear ladies--you give me more happiness than any cosmetic can!


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mjsred's picture
Fri, 11/28/2008 - 12:36pm
mjsred says,

You are simply beautiful girl! Not a dry eye here,trust me!Know that you're loved back and that my world is a more beautiful place for having you and the wonderful people here in my life as well!Also lost my Dad to cancer and while it never,ever,gets easier,you do continue to find wonderful ways to remember and I have a feeling your Mom will be remembered forever!The true beauty on the site is in the subscribers...:)You are very right.Many Hugs!

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suzi's picture
Thu, 11/27/2008 - 6:14pm
suzi says,

Forget about the review. This was a very eloquent and lovely post in memory of your mother for the holiday. I am so sorry about your Mom. Cancer does suck! I hope all of you here have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Thanks to everyone for all you do for the rest of us! I don't think you know how much some of us look forward to hearing from you.

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karinakarina's picture
Thu, 11/27/2008 - 12:48pm
karinakarina says,

Gigi - so eloquent and sentimental - that was the best review ever :) ... cancer sucks - I lost my dad to cancer as well ... it sucked. Meg - ditto!! Love you! Thank you for you! Happy Turkey Day!! xoxo ~k

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meg's picture
Thu, 11/27/2008 - 12:32pm
meg says,

Thank-you so so much Gigi! You're going to make me cry! I am so blessed and thankful to have all of you in my life. You're all just the most absolutely wonderful women on the entire planet and I am so lucky a love of lipgloss lead me here!! I hope you all have a beautiful holiday with your friends and family and I am the luckiest gal around!!! Happy Holidays! Be safe and much love! As Sweetass says "Glam ON"!!!XOXO

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Thu, 04/30/2009 - 2:26pm
kellie76 says,

You are so sweet and so articulate Gigi. I love to read your posts. They are very insightful. I purchased this shave cream based on your opinion. You are spot on about this cream. I hate shaving but this cream really softens the blow not to mention the hair and skin. Run out and buy this. It is the only way to shave. Thanks for the life and make-up thoughts.

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Tue, 06/09/2009 - 2:27am
misstrishdelish says,

hands down i swear by aveeno products... i will say it time and time again the creamy moisturizing oil lotion is heaven and a great overnight beauty must have oh and miracle moisturize therapy seal after showers and days in the water.

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fairyrave's picture
Tue, 06/09/2009 - 8:26pm
fairyrave says,

Aveeno products always seem to work great for me.  I have heard about this product, and have been really curious of the results it would produce.  Thanks for the review, next time I run out of shaving cream I'm going to have to try this. 

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Sun, 06/14/2009 - 3:13am
nina0205 says,

I absolutely love Aveeno! It's the only product that has cured my very dry skin! I'll definitely try this shaving cream some time.

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Sun, 06/21/2009 - 7:03pm
bluedevilkitty says,

Gigi, this was an incredibly touching post. :) Thank you so much for sharing part of your life with us.Also, I love Aveeno. It's a great line. :) Good quality, good for sensitive skin, and not too expensive!

♥ Lipgloss and Spandex: a blog for gals who look good and run fast

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Sun, 08/02/2009 - 9:29pm
MudandGlitter says,

Aveeno is awesome.. I use their shower lotion whenever i have any skin irritation and it never makes it worse.. and most times actually makes it better. It's more expensive than other drugstore brands ( dove, olay etc) but worth it in my opinion. Especially in the winter.. their oatmeal body wash helped soothe my dry skin my first winter

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emeliee.love's picture
Sat, 08/22/2009 - 4:18pm
emeliee.love says,

im so sorry about your mom, she sounds like a wonderful woman.  my grandma had cancer too :(  i do love aveeno though, i use the daily moisturizing lotion on my face at night.

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Wed, 12/09/2009 - 10:27am
time.of.my.lifetime says,

i LOVELOVELOVE aveeeeno products!they've always been a little out of price range.. but i've heard such good things about their "positivly radiant" line.. i must try it!

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kristaqqqq's picture
Tue, 12/29/2009 - 7:06pm
kristaqqqq says,

I really like Aveeno products but haven't tried this yet.  I don't even know if I've seen it, so I'll keep an eye out.  I wouldn't say that I have extremely sensitive skin, but I do get irritated/itchy from some products.  Aveeno seems to have more natural ingredients that my skin appreciates, and it's always pretty mild for me.

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csw2308's picture
Sun, 01/03/2010 - 7:53pm
csw2308 says,

I love Aveeno products!! This shower cream is wonderful and always leaves my skin soft and smooth!

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Wed, 01/06/2010 - 6:19pm
kailynicole says,

My whole family uses that lotion, my dad always buys the huge containers. 

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elainerrrr's picture
Mon, 02/01/2010 - 11:29am
elainerrrr says,

I like Lubriderm better, but Aveeno's good too.

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Wed, 02/17/2010 - 4:53pm
shopaholic123 says,

haha thanks and happy thanksgiving even though this is pretty late! ;)

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Mon, 02/22/2010 - 11:08pm
HennaLynn says,

Haha thanks :)

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Wed, 02/24/2010 - 2:30pm
snoopyz says,

I love Aveeno!

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Wed, 02/24/2010 - 2:44pm
babystarangels says,

Not sure if I've tried Aveeno before but thanks for the article.

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