Month: August 2021

The CVS Epic Beauty Event Is Back & Includes Even More Wellness Products on Sale

There’s nothing more annoying than going to one store thinking you’ll get everything you need, only to have to hit two other places because the first didn’t have it all. Luckily, the CVS Epic Beauty Event features self-care, wellness, skin care, hair care and cosmetics. From August 29 through September 25, you can score ExtraBucks Rewards, as well as Hot Offers each week on cosmetics (the offers change weekly). Shop everything you need for practically any situation, from a house party with the girls (including new makeup) to a post-spin class refresh.

Not only are there four long weeks of sales with rotating options, but you can score even more ExtraBucks the more you buy. Spend $40 on select beauty and wellness products and get $15 in CVS ExtraBucks Rewards. Spend $30 on select beauty and wellness products and get $10 ExtraBucks Rewards. So, whether it’s nail polish for a DIY manicure or new vitamins, the CVS Epic Beauty Event has got you covered both in-store and online.

There are hundreds of items on sale each week but we got you started with some of our faves, below.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. CVS is a STYLECASTER sponsor, however, all products in this article were independently selected by our editors. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

Week 1: August 29-September 4

shea moisture curl

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SheaMoisture Coco Shea Curl Glam Sulfate Free Conditioner for Frizz-Prone Hair

This sulfate- and silicone-free conditioner can be used as a cleansing conditioner and/or dry hair treatment for curls so it’s basically a two-in-one.

Flamingo Razor

Flamingo Women’s 5-blade Razor with Replacement Blade Cartridge

Ashley Graham’s favorite razor features a flexible hinge that glides over knees and curves, helping you get the closest shave ever without nicks. Choose from either the Taro or Rose color options to match your bathroom aesthetic. And don’t forget the shave gel!

cvs body wash

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Beauty 360 Sensitive Skin Body Wash

This hypoallergenic body wash is unscented and soap-free — perfect for those with sensitive skin. And even though it’s gentle, it still makes a creamy lather that gives you a deep cleanse.

L'Oreal Paris Bambi Instant Volume Oversized Eye Washable Mascara

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L’Oreal Paris Bambi Instant Volume Oversized Eye Washable Mascara

For bold, look-at-me-lashes, this lifting and curling mascara is exactly what you’re looking for. The mix of long and short bristles separates each lash for tons of length and definition.

Neutrogena Stubborn Marks PM Treatment with Retinol SA

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Neutrogena Stubborn Marks PM Treatment with Retinol SA

Post-acne marks are no match for this nighttime treatment infused with Retinol SA, a stabilized form of vitamin A.

Olly Glowing Skin, 50CT

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Olly Glowing Skin, 50CT

Support hydrated, youthful-looking skin with these hyaluronic acid, collagen and sea buckthorn gummies.

Week 2: September 5-11

Olay Cleansing & Nourishing Body Wash with Vitamin B3 and Hyaluronic Acid

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Olay Cleansing & Nourishing Body Wash with Vitamin B3 and Hyaluronic Acid

Why can’t skincare ingredients be in your body products, too? They can with this ultra-nourishing body wash infused with hyaluronic acid to really lock in moisture.

Miss Jessie's Jelly Soft Curls

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Miss Jessie’s Jelly Soft Curls

Get ultra-soft, touchable curls with this leave-in styling gel. And there’s no petroleum or sulfates — you know Miss Jessie’s cares about the health of your hair, too.

covergirl lash blast wterproof

CoverGirl.

CoverGirl Lash Blast Clean Waterproof Mascara

CoverGirl just launched a waterproof version of its best-selling clean mascara. Hint: we love it.

Nature's Bounty Advanced Hair, Skin & Nails Jelly Beans with Biotin, 80 CT

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Nature’s Bounty Advanced Hair, Skin & Nails Jelly Beans with Biotin, 80 CT

These yummy jelly beans contain 6,000 mcg of biotin to support hair, skin and nails, as well as keratin and vitamins A, C and E.

 

Week 3: September 12-18

maybelline fit me

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Maybelline Fit Me Tinted Moisturizer Natural Coverage Face Makeup

The brand’s Fit Me foundation line is a best-seller so it only makes sense a hydrating tinted moisturizer would be up next. This one lets your skin breathe while still covering any imperfections.

GSQ by GLAMSQUAD Gold Half Moon Claw Clip

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GSQ by GLAMSQUAD Gold Half Moon Claw Clip

Claw clips are back and more fashionable than ever. This one bumps up any casual outfit with ease.

essie color

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Essie Nail Polish

Perfect-for-summer shades including Ice Cream and Shout (above) and Air Spun Fun (a pale pink) are on sale at just the right time.

L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 2.5% Hyaluronic Acid + Caffeine Eye Serum

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L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 2.5% Hyaluronic Acid + Caffeine Eye Serum

This hydrating eye serum contains pure hyaluronic acid and pure caffeine to plump, brighten and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Gaiam hip bands

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Gaiam Restore Hip Bands

This set of two fabric bands can help you increase your mobility in your legs, hips, glutes and thighs, as well as build muscle. There are two levels of resistance as well as an exercise guide.

Week 4: September 19-25

Sun Bum 3-in-1 Leave In

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Sun Bum 3-in-1 Leave In

Detangle, condition and protect hair with this 3-in-1 leave-in conditioner. It contains a blend of coconut oil, banana and sunflower seed oil to help control frizz and prevent split ends.

revlon eye so fierce

CVS.

Revlon So Fierce! Chrome Ink Liquid Eyeliner

Your nighttime glam is pretty much set with this chromatic liquid eyeliner. Available in three shades, the formula easily glides on and provides full color payoff in just one swipe.

roc retinol

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RoC Retinol Correxion Capsules Anti-Aging Night Retinol Face Serum

Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with RoC’s retinol-infused serum. Each capsule is sealed for optimal retinol freshness.

Hydrant water supplement.

CVS.

Hydrant HYDRATE Blood Orange, 12 CT

Boost your hydration with a blend of essential electrolytes and real fruit juice powder.

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5 Great Books to Pick Up as Summer Winds Down

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“If you learn one thing, it was worth your time.”

Many decades ago, a college professor repeated that mantra over and over during the semester. She preached to our class of seniors, all of whom thought we were ready to set the world on fire, that if we learned one new fact during a conversation or activity, then we had not wasted our time.

I know people who refuse to read fiction, assuming they have nothing to gain from imagined works. I don’t see it this way. Stories, true or not, teach us.

Thanks to the following books – all fiction – I discovered Bletchley Park and the men and women heroes who couldn’t admit their roles in the war. I learned a bit about opera singer Maria Callas, the legendary Mrs. Astor, and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. And did you know some jets – on a long-haul flight – have sleeping berths for the cabin crew?

In this round-up, I hope you find a book to enjoy – and learn a few things too.

The Rose Code by Kate Quinn

I don’t want to oversell, but this is one of the best books I’ve read in a long while. It’s a commitment – more than 600 pages. But I couldn’t wait to hop in bed at night and return to Bletchley Park.

Can you imagine not telling anyone what you do for a living? Or how you spend your days? Living a perpetual lie?

Mab, Osla, and Beth work at England’s Bletchley Park and break German WWII military codes. With their razor-sharp minds and vastly different backgrounds, they struggle with the challenges of doing work they can discuss with no one. And, after a while, that plays with a person’s mind. 

This historical fiction novel is equal parts informative and mysterious – with a heavy dose of The Crown thrown in. From the author of The Huntress and The Alice Network, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

How to Find Love in a Bookshop by Veronica Henry

“The whole point of life was you couldn’t ever be sure what would happen next.”

This novel is a delightful read for book lovers and those who prowl bookshops.

After her father passes, Emilia returns to the Cotswolds to run the ailing family bookstore. And begin her life anew.

This breezy novel – one part romance, three parts fun – is the perfect book for the final few days of reading at the beach or pool.

The Second Mrs. Astor by Shana Abe

I love people stories, and I adored this historical fiction novel filled with exquisite descriptions and beautiful details of a prominent couple’s lavish lifestyle.

Colonel John Jacob “Jack” Astor is a gentleman, an inventor, a war hero, and one of the wealthiest men in America. He’s 30 years older than Madeleine Force, the teenage socialite who captures his attention.

Employing flashbacks and letters to her newborn son, Madeleine tells the bittersweet story of the couple’s controversial romance, engagement, and marriage. After their honeymoon overseas – a lengthy one where the press didn’t hound them – they set sail for New York on a luxurious ocean liner’s maiden voyage. What could go wrong with the Titanic?

This book is available on August 31, so reserve your copy at the library now!

Hostage by Clare Mackintosh

Would you save the one person you love? Or 300 others you don’t?

I read most of this thriller on a plane, and I doubt I’ll view air travel the same way again.

Mina is a flight attendant on World Airways’ 20-hour (no thank you!) inaugural flight from London to Sydney. She faces a decision that will haunt her – either way she chooses.

A former police officer from North Wales, the author combines carefully researched details – jumbo jet configurations and environmental controversies and childhood trauma – to deliver a thought-provoking read. 

Yes, this page-turner involved some unrealistic scenes. But, with all the twists and turns until the final page, I have to believe we will watch this on the big screen someday.

Jackie and Maria by Gill Paul

After listening to a podcast interview with the London author, I raced out to buy this fictionalized account of two intriguing women. 

Jacqueline Kennedy is the wife of a U.S. president. Maria Callas is the world’s most outstanding soprano. Each has a tumultuous relationship with Aristotle Onassis, a shipping tycoon and collector of beautiful objects and people.

Against the backdrop of Italy, Greece, France, and New York, readers learn lives filled with every resource imaginable do not guarantee happiness.

Despite tremendous wealth and privilege, both women wallow in heartache, infidelity, and, often, self-pity. A delicious, jet-setting romp through history!

Be sure to read the book’s acknowledgments and interesting back-matter.

Do you read fiction, non-fiction, or a mix? What are you currently reading? Do any of these books sound appealing to you?

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Robyn Dixon’s Tie Dye Hoodie and Biker Shorts

Robyn Dixon’s Tie Dye Hoodie and Biker Shorts

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Robyn Dixon’s tie dye hoodie and biker shorts look super comfortable. Which was perfect for all that dancing the girls had to do.  And surprisingly this set is still in stock and in multiple colors. But we all know that goes down like Robyn on the dance floor grass. Thankfully we also have great Style Stealers below that will have you dancing too.

 

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

 

Robyn Dixon's Tie Dye Hoodie and Biker Shorts

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Wendy Osefo’s Light Blue Set

Wendy Osefo’s Light Blue Set

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Wendy Osefo looks so pretty in her light blue set. It caught my eye for two reasons. One being that it’s super cute and cozy looking. The second being that we have seen it before on Wendy’s BFF Karen Huger in red (here). And you all know if they love it then we love it. And thankfully it is still fully stocked and *very* affordable!

 

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

 

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Mia Thornton’s Blue Sheer Trench Coat

Mia Thornton’s Blue Sheer Trench Coat at Karen’s Event

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Mia Thornton’s blue sheer trench coat is sheer genius. Most of the time when I wear a coat I hate that it has to hide my outfit underneath. Boom, now I know of a coat that doesn’t. Now I’m assuming this “coat” isn’t much of a coat for the cold weather, but it’s perfect for those light chill days in the spring and fall. Which we just so happen to be approaching so now I know my next purchase- pizza delivery a Style Stealer of Mia’s trench.

 

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

 

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