CC Loves... These Beauty Products!

Darlings, here are a few of CC's favorites for gorgeous, glowing skin and a spectacular smile this holiday season and beyond. PS: these little lovelies also make great gifts!

Hi Beautiful You’s MERRY & BRONZED delivers the ultimate glow-giving moment, instantly warming the complexion with a natural, bronzed radiance. Designed for effortless application and a lit-from-within finish, it’s the perfect gift for anyone looking to maintain a sun-kissed glow long after summer fades.

Oliviaumma Glow Ceramide Liptox in Pink, at oliviaumma.com: this lovely lippie offers a hint of beautiful tint, leaving lips with a rich, glossy finish. The nourishing formula, enriched with ceramides and shea butter, leaves lips feeling hydrated and glowing.

ROWSE Shimmer Eyeshadow in Petal and two other chic shades, at fwrd.com.

The Oral Beauty System from Rose Code, by Celebrity Cosmetic dentist Dr. Victoria Veytsman,includes 2 amazing products: (1) Chromatone Enamel Correcting Toner: a high-performance enamel-care paste formulated to visibly improve the appearance of teeth. Featuring next-generation nanohydroxyapatite technology and mineral-rich actives, this treatment helps to restore surface luster, reduce the feel of micro-roughness, and promote a brighter, more refined finish. Designed as a post-brushing treatment mask for enamel care and maintenance & (2) Smile Alchemy Teeth Whitening Stylus: this gel formula uses the clinically proven power of urea peroxide to visibly whiten and brighten the appearance of teeth. Paired with anti-oxidant rich, soothing green and black tea extracts to sooth and support the oral environment. Delivered via a sleek brush-tip applicator for clean, even coverage. Ideal for at-home touch-ups.
What super stocking stuffers!
xoxox,
CC

Gorgeous Gifts

Darlings, CC's holiday gift guide continues with ten haute items sure to dazzle and delight!

 For the glam gourmand: 12 Days of Caviar from The Caviar Company, at modaoperandi.com.

 For luxurious loafing: Saved NY Crimson and Clover cashmere blanket, at saved-ny.com.

 For gaming god(desse)s: Dolce & Gabbana Plexiglass Backgammon Set, at dolcegabbana.com.

For decor divas: PH 22 Question Mark table lamp, at modaoperandi.com.

For the haute hostess: Hermés wood cocktail trunk with Swift calfskin exterior, at hermes.com.

For your beautiful BFF: Givenchy Sliced Square GIVENCHY Tape leather ankle boots, at givenchy.com.

For Barbie babes: Supreme x Schott Hooded Shearling Bomber Jacket, at supreme.com.

For the glam goddess: Unsaid Paris Whirlwind diamond pavé and rose gold hoop earrings, at unsaid.com.

For your stylish sister: Etro shearling leather vest, at modaoperandi.com.

For him, her or you: Balenciaga large Rodeo handbag in light brown and dark brown bitonal used-effect calfskin and aged-silver hardware, at balenciaga.com.
Which of these luxe lovelies do you want 🎅 to bring you?
xoxox,
CC

Chic Stocking Stuffers

Darlings, 'tis the season! 🎄

CC's holiday gift guide gets going with ten haute items small enough to stuff in a stocking:

Supreme logo-debossed dice set in calfskin leather case, at supreme.com.

Inges Decor Set of 7 mouth-blown, hand-painted glass ornaments, at thewebster.com.

Saint Laurent Paris passport case in shiny dark fuchsia leather, at ysl.com.

Balenciaga bag charm/keychain, at balenciaga.com.

Z.D.G. Animaux De La Savane set of 2 petite Flamingo tasses de-cafe, at thewebster.com.

Prada Hand Cream, at prada.com.

Miu Miu embroidered Duchesse panty, at saksfifthavenue.com.

Louis Vuitton Cold Spark Beanie, at louisuitton.com.

Missoni bikini in mesh, viscose and lamé with customizable ties, at missoni.com.

Gucci Horsebit 18k rose gold diamond ring, at gucci.com.
Which of these little lovelies do you want 🎅 to bring you?
xoxox,
CC

CC's Black Friday Beauty Bonanza!

Darlings, 'tis the season to be full -- of love in our hearts, turkey in our tummies, and Couture Carrie-approved cuties in our carts! Behold this bevy of beauty deals from 10 of CC's preferred purveyors:

Dr. Brandt Dermal Micro Points: Inspired by the effects of microneedling, this innovative collagen-boosting gel formula mimics the benefits of the procedure - without the needles! Natural Dermal Micro-points help renew and revive the skin, paired with skin-lifting actives and anti-wrinkle peptides that penetrate the skin’s surface to boost collagen, even texture, and smooth fine lines.
Dr. Brandt Deals:
Black Friday 11/22-11/30: 30% off sitewide with code BF25 plus flash sale every 48 hours with up to 50% off select products 
Cyber Monday 12/1-12/4: 2 items at 25% off, 3 items at 30% off, 4 items at 35% off, 5 items at 40% off  *excludes travel-size and kits

Timeline Mito-Biotic™ Firming Serum: instantly firms, lifts and brightens skin with a concentrated dose of bioactives. Antioxidant-rich and flash-absorbing, this powerful serum supports long-term cellular renewal.
Timeline Deal: 30% off all skincare and supplements 

Color Wow: 30% off bestsellers including Dream Coat Supernatural Spray, Raise the Root, Color Security Shampoo and more + 11/27: 40% off Dream Coat - ONE DAY ONLY

Arachne Mini ShineBoost Gloss-Infusion Daily Boar Hairbrush
Arachne Deals:
 11/22 - 12/2: 25% off all full size brushes 
 Black Friday 11/28 L'uovo + 5 refills bundle = 25% off
Cyber Monday: 12/1 spend $150 = free mini Brush 

More Divine Deals, Darlings!

Bubble Skincare: 

Black Friday & Cyber Monday, 11/28 and 12/1: 30% off

 

Enhanse Skincare:

Deal: Bundles 30% off

Black Friday Only: 30% off sitewide.

 

C.O. Bigelow:

Black Friday 11/21 to 11/29: 25% off C.O. Bigelow brand with $100 spend, Code: BIGFRIDAY

Cyber Monday 11/30 to 12/4: 25% off sitewide with $100 spend, Code: CYBER25

Friends & Family Sale 12/10: 20% off C.O. Bigelow brand with $75 spend, Code: FAMILY20

 

Fairy Tales Haircare: 

Black Friday: 11/21-11/27 early Black Friday 25% off code EARLYMAGIC25 and 11/28 25% Off code MAGICFRIDAY25

Small Business Saturday 11/29: 25% off code SHOPMAGIC25

 Cyber Monday 12/1-12/3: 25% off code CYBERMAGIC25

 

No Makeup Makeup:

11/17-12/1: FREE NMM Mirror (msrp $45) with $100+ order

11/26-11/28: 25% off for email/SMS customers 

11/27-12/1: 20% off sitewide

11/17: No Fragrance Fragrance: Buy 2, save $10; Buy 3, save $25

AtWater:

Door Buster Deal: Skin Armor Mineral Facial Sunscreen SPF50 buy one, get one free

Now through Cyber Monday: 30% off site-wide *Dopp kits + bundles excluded

Shop til ya drop, darlings! xoxox, CC

CC Loves... These Beauty Products!

Darlings, happy Thanksgiving week! 🦃

Check out (and stock up on) CC's preferred products for maintaining gorgeous, glowing skin this holiday season:

VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot line, a customizable, microneedling-inspired treatment that boosts radiance and refines texture from the comfort of home. Powered by CICA Reedle™ technology — ultra-fine needles made with Centella Asiatica extract — each shot gently stimulates skin renewal and enhances absorption. With five strength levels, you can tailor your glow!

Oliviaumma Liptox Set with Gift Box: wrap your BFF (and yourself!) in radiance this holiday season with this Limited Edition set, beautifully presented in a luxurious red box and containing 4 units of fan fave Liptox: 2 Guava and 2 Mint. Each formula delivers velvety-smooth texture enriched with shea butter and ceramide, offering long-lasting moisture and a gorgeous glow!

M-61 PowerGlow Peel Extra Strength, at bluemercury.com. Bring the dermatologist home with this 1 minute, 1 step advanced overnight exfoliating peel with 20% glycolic acid to leave skin glowing.
Which of these awesome items will you add to your winter beauty regimen?
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves... These Beauty Products & Deals!

Darlings, happy Labor Day weekend! CC's sharing her beauty best bets for the swan song of summer along with some divine Dr. Brandt deals!

Dr. Brandt’s Summer Friday Deals!

3-Step Brightening Protocol: $99 ($258 value) 

No code needed: kit is usually $148: extra $49 off ONLY on August 29th

Dr. Brandt is also offering 10% off these kits with code SUMMERFRIDAY5: 

Mommy Wake Up Kit  

Hyperpigmentation & Melasma Duo

Dark Circles Correcting Eye Duo

Jen Hatmaker’s Favorites Face and Neck Lifting Duo

Eye lifting & Brightening Duo

Depuffing & Pore Refining Duo

REWIND Youth Boost Bakuchiol Serum from BYOS (Bring Your Own Skin), for the results of retinol without the irritation! Powered by bakuchiol, a plant-based retinol alternative that’s redefining skincare, it smooths, firms, and brightens without stickiness, redness, or sensitivity. Think of it as retinol’s gentler (but just as effective) upgrade!

Why It Works:

- Stimulates Collagen: Supports collagen I, III, and IV for firmer, more youthful-looking skin

- Smooths & Evens Tone: Improves texture, roughness, and hyperpigmentation

- Defends Against Damage: Antioxidant-rich to protect against environmental stressors

- Gentle on All Skin Types: No redness, no peeling, no dryness

Earth Harbor Sunshine Dew Antioxidant Cleansing Oil,  at earthharbor.com.

Too Faced Lip  Injection Power Plumping Lip Gloss in People Pleaser, at revolve.com.

Care-ĕ-On Layover Lip Mask delivers instant hydration no matter where your holiday weekend takes you. A hydrating blend of shea butter and moringa seed oil with a refreshing yuzu flavor for nourished lips anytime, anywhere!
Which of these awesome items will you add to your beauty regimen?
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves... These Beauty Products!

Darlings, happy July! Gear up for a fabulous 4th 🎆 with CC's preferred products!  

Hello Sunday The Mineral Lip One SPF 45 Nourishing Lip Tint in Berry Balmy or Vanilla Cloud. This nourishing balm aids in hydration and provides broad spectrum SPF 45 protection. Leaves a sheer to medium buildable, velvety color, perfect for all day, all summer long!

No Makeup Makeup Duo: Discover the original No Makeup Makeup® Foundation - a weightless, buildable formula that effortlessly conceals, corrects, and camouflages with our Foundation Brush, the perfect companion to a flawless complexion.

Molton Brown Delicious Rhubarb & Rose Bath & Shower Gel…Tempt your senses with this iconic body wash as tantalising airs of bright grapefruit, tart rhubarb leaf and creamy vanilla fill the air.

KMS ColorVitality Intense Gloss Treatment infuses dull hair color with intense shine and vibrancy. Builds bonds for up to 20x stronger hair!
Which of these awesome items will you add to your summer beauty routine?
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves... Dumpling Daughter!

Darlings, happy Lunar New Year! It's a time for regeneration, reinvention, positivity, and delicious delights! CC is proud to feature female entrepreneur Nadia Liu Spellman, founder of Dumpling Daughter. Nadia created her restaurants and online shop as an ode to the Chinese restaurant her parents opened in the1980s.

Finding inspiration in her mom’s home cooking and family recipes, Ms. Liu Spellman prides herself in offering authentic Chinese flavors, crafted with legacy, to everyone! 

Dumplings & Buns! Dumpling available in Chicken and Cabbage, Pork and Chive, or Classic Vegan Vegetable; Buns available in Roasted Pork or Vegetable. Enjoy steamed or pan seared!

The Cookbook! The recipe that started it all needed to not only be written down but shared with all who craved it! Nadia launched her cookbook with her mother, celebrity chef, Sally Ling in 2022, The Dumpling Daughter Cookbook: Heirloom recipes from our restaurants and home kitchens.
2025 Lunar New Year Celebration! Dumpling Daughter is gifting 300 lucky red envelopes at three restaurant locations, beginning 1/29/25! The first 100 customers will receive a red envelope with filled with mystery prizes including:
- Free packages of dumplings
- Dumpling Daughter plushie toy
- Dumpling Daughter water bottle
- Dumpling Daughter keychain
- Dumpling Daughter signature knitted beanie
- Dumpling Daughter trucker hat
Which of these delicious delights will you be trying?
xoxox,
CC

CC's Mother's Day Beauty Bonanza!

Darlings, show mum some love with these gorgeous gifts guaranteed to get her glowing from head to toe!

Oishin Oil, an organic, noncomedogenic moringa oil blend for hydrated, nourished skin.

Made By Dentists Sensitive + Whitening Toothpaste, a CC fave!

DIBS Beauty Status Stick, available in 3 chic shades, this award-winning, oversized highlighting stick for face and body adds a skin-enhancing sheen anywhere you want it!
Which of these amazing items catch your eye?
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves... National Scrunchie Day!

Darlings, April 16 is National Scrunchie Day, and CC is celebrating by watching Heathers, the fabulous 1988 flick starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater. If you haven't seen it, CC is assigning it as haute homework!

Yes, Shannen Doherty stars as well!

Spoiler alert: the red scrunchie features prominently in the film.

If you, too, are feeling nostalgic for the bygone era when scruchies were all the rage, scoop up some Scünci Satin Scrunchies! 
xoxox,
CC