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Belk Beauty Picks - Spring 2012

Today I was treated to a special press release from Belk department store highlighting their top picks for Beauty Spring 2012. Those familiar with Belk know that they aim to cater to the "modern Southern woman", and each of these products has been selected with that customer in mind. Despite Spring being a few weeks away, here are a few exciting products to get your hands on early in order to bring on the Spring!
Here I am delighted to present Belk's top twelve products for Spring 2012. All copy is taken from the press release. Enjoy!

1. Clinique Moisture Surge Intense Skin Fortifying Hydrator - This rich cream-gel moisturizer quickly delivers maximum hydration to dry, delicate skin and is oil free and non-acnegenic, which makes it suitable for all skin types. Barrier repair technology leaves skin comfortable and plumped 8, 12 and even 24 hours after application. Used over time skin will feel suppler, be less reactive and it will look younger. The product has amazing texture and delivers instant hydration when applied. 1.0 oz., $36.00

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2. Lancôme Definicils Precious Cells Mascara- This mascara regenerates lash condition to create visibly stronger lashes and gives lash by lash fullness for a bold look. $29.50

3. Lancôme Absolue Precious Cells Eye Creme-This cream brings the ultimate in skincare that addresses UV and lifestyle damage. It helps restore density, reduce wrinkles and regenerates radiance in the eye area. 0.5 oz., $108.00

4.Big Pony by Ralph Lauren- Big Pony rides onto the scene in four amazing scents. All four colorful fragrances are bright, playful and energizing, and set upon a floral backdrop, yet each expresses a clear point of view. Based on a duo of ingredients, each fragrance pops with a unique accent of Citrus, Fruit, Green or Oriental to establish a clear identity with a distinctive twist.
1.0 oz., $40.00; 1.7 oz., $55.00; 3.4 oz., $70.00; 4.2 oz., $23.00

5. StriVectin-EV™ Get Even Brightening Serum- StriVectin-EV brings a highly potent, quick absorbing all-over face serum for mild to moderate age spots, sun spots and dark spots, it brightens dull skin tones and visibly diminishes spots for clearer, brighter, younger-looking skin. Non-comedogenic and paraben-free. 1.7 oz., $89.00

6. Estée Lauder ANR 30 Year Anniversary Bottle- The revolutionary repair serum inspired by groundbreaking DNA research in a limited-edition 30th Anniversary bottle. Use this age-defying serum every day and help continuously repair the appearance of past damage caused by every major environmental assault. Exclusive Chronolux Technology synchronizes to skins needs to help support the optimal performance of its natural repair and protective processes. Now see younger, healthier looking skin today and tomorrow. 1.0 oz., $52.00; 1.7 oz., $80.00

7. Parisian Beauty Brights 5 Piece Nail Polish Set- Vibrant, trendy, and fun! This collection of must-have brights features a salon quality formula that is always in style. This polish provides flawless coverage, shine and durability. For best results, apply a base coat before applying color and a quality top coat for a nice finish. Comes in the colors: Zinnia, Daffodil, Poppy, Viola, Peony. Set, $20.00

8. Biltmore Bath and Body 20 percent Shea Hand Cream - A super-emollient hand cream consisting of 20 percent Shea Butter, sunflower seed oil, and sweet almond oil is blended with a faint but alluring hint of vanilla. Dense and pleasing, this cream absorbs easily, is non-greasy, and helps to heal and protect dry or dehydrated skin. This formula rejuvenates even the roughest hands to a soft and smooth finish and is paraben and fragrance free. 1.0 oz., $8.00

9. Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Premiere Intense Moisture and Renewal Activation Cream SPF 30- This rich, replenishing day cream provides intense moisture as it renews and helps protect from future aging signs. It immediately comforts, deeply nourishes, activates cell metabolism and protein generation while protecting from sun damage. It is clinically proven to provide intense hydration and optimize surface cell turnover to improve the appearance of age spots, discolorations and overall radiance using our patented retinyl complex. It also strengthens, firms and retexturizes skin and provides key nutrients to fortify thin, fragile skin. 1.7 oz., $92.00

10. Rebelle by Rihanna- Parlux presents Rebelle by Rihanna, a delightful enticement bringing to mind the warmth of the Caribbean sun, reflecting Barbados-born Rihanna's roots, and the exhilarating whirl of her present-day city life. Strawberries and purple plums are enlivened with a jolt of ginger to create a harmonious top note. Then the heart opens with notes of tropical splendor: cacao absolute, vanilla orchid and heliotrope. Base notes of rich patchouli finds rhythm with the essence of rare coffee beans; creamy musk merges with the aphrodisiac effect of amber. 1.0 oz., $35.00; 1.7 oz., $49.00; 3.4 oz., $59.00; 6.7 oz. body lotion, $30.00

11. Clarins NEW Extra-Firming Day Cream- Clarins revolutionizes the face of firming with lifted, toned skin in just 4 weeks. This revolutionary anti-aging treatment, with powerful plant extracts, rebuilds the bonds between collagen, elastin and cells- strengthening skin's architecture to firm and tone on every level. 1.7 oz., $80.00. Available in March.

12. Benefit Hervana Powder- Seeking a flush of enlightenment? Swirl on hervana our good karma face powder! Four complementary shades: lucky shell, divine peach, heavenly rose ; berry delight. Blend together perfectly for an orchid blossom blush. What goes around comes around!
0.28 oz., $28.00

I am most excited to try the new Ralph Lauren fragrances and the Benefit powder! Just what I need to boost my makeup bag in time for Spring! P.S. - Be sure to check out my post later this week about Spring cleaning your beauty stash!

, Tupelo Beauty Examiner

Caitlin Loder has been an avid reader of fashion magazines since she first picked up a copy of InStyle at age 6. She does all the research for her readers,reading every fashion magazine available and poring over a variety of fashion and beauty blogs in an effort to bring you the best and most...

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