Saturday, August 8, 2009

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair - Party, Pretty Party

This is a compensated review from BlogHer and Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Launch Event. Make sure you check out the roundup to find out what the other lucky BlogHer reviewers had to say about their evening at the Estée Lauder Night Repair Event at Macy’s

BlogHer '09 in Chicago - WHOO-HOO!!!

And what better way to start the festivities off than with a party at Macy's Chicago hosted by Estée Lauder, who launched their New Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex on July 23, 2009.

Yes, the very product that I have had the pleasure of using for the last several weeks, and which has now truly become a part of my regular nighttime skin regimen. At this point, I have noticed a visible improvement in my skin, and I am starting to believe people when they tell me that I look younger than my years (and thank you to those who do, you have no idea how amazing that makes me feel).

Upon my arrival at the hotel, I was whisked off by luxury bus, along with several lovely bloggers, to experience first hand "America's Night to Repair" which included the Ultimate Skincare Giveaway, on Thursday July 23rd. I looked forward to some girlie time at the cosmetic counter.





The product display was impressive, and we were given a lovely welcome by the staff. Evelyn Briley introduced the bloggers to Estée Lauder's mission and Theresa Selvaggio spoke a little on the life of Mrs. Estée Lauder. After Evelyn continued on to the DNA aspects of Advanced Night Repair, I became ever more fascinated as we were told about the incredible story of Estée Lauder, the founder of her namesake company. She was a pioneer in the cosmetic field, not only for the products and her marketing prowess (I had no idea that she was the first in the industry to start product sampling), but also for the very fact that she was a woman.


Estée Lauder, a woman, a mother, an innovator and a real force to be reckoned with. The breadth and the quality of the products, the continual improvements and the longevity of the brand which never ceases to become tired... these are all qualities that are reflective of Estée Lauder herself. How abundantly clear this was to us as we learned more about her, and of her life's work.


After the wonderful inspirational talk, (which served to pump me up as we acknowledged that as strong modern women we can do pretty much anything we set our minds to), we were treated to a few minutes of "me" time with the make-up stylists.

This was the super fun part. Having my face done professionally is something that I've only experienced once in my life, and that was before my wedding. Not even on my actual wedding day, as the makeup artist I found back then who was perfect...was already booked.

So here I was almost 16 years later, all giddy again to have my face beautified. And on a "bachelorette" weekend, even. Better late than never again, I say.

My stylist was the lovely Mary, who reminded me of Elizabeth Banks. What a beauty, she didn't know who Elizabeth Banks was, but I think she looks quite a bit like her, don't you?


And the best part? As she prettied me up with some perfect match foundation, did the lovely work on my eyes (great trick, blend in a dark eyeliner with cover-up and presto-chango, you've got a durable eyeshadow base that DOES NOT CREASE!), lipstick and mascara... when she told me I looked beautiful, I felt it.

I was recharged, and ready to take on the world. Or at least, the gazillion BlogHer cocktail parties that were to follow shortly thereafter.

Thank you Estée Lauder, for the opportunity to try this great product, for the lovely swag (makeup galore, as in eyeshadow and lipstick and mascara, oh my…) and finally for making "America's Night to Remember", an unforgettable evening.

I really hope that some of you were there or at other Estée Lauder counters to experience the launch first hand. If you were, I bet you're enjoying the trial size of the Advanced Night Repair.


Let me know what you think of the product and if you like it as much as I do. And if you haven't yet given it a try, what are you waiting for?




14 comments:

Kori said...

I don't know who Liz Banks is, either. Just sayin.' But I loved this review, in part because I have always been a major fan of Estee Lauder, and truly believe every word you say about it. And you ARE beautiful, with or without the makeup.

Kim said...

Oh I love Estee Lauder creams..but I have not treated myself to some in a while.. I need to go check this out!!

Gina said...

You do look lovely and your skin looks fantastic. I'm definitely going to try Advanced Night Repair because I think I look a decade older than you right now!

J said...

Wait, what? You blend foundation with eye liner to get eyeshadow base? I think I need step by step with pictures on that one. Maybe for the other blog. ;)

Because the creasing drives me BATTY.

Mrs4444 said...

What in the world is a "nighttime skin regimen?!" Buuahahaha

imbeingheldhostage said...

check you out-- beautiful and famous! :-)

melissa said...

you look beautiful!! and you're even more beautiful in person!!
i need to pick your brain about review blogs. i just started one. am i nuts???
xoxo

Don Mills Diva said...

You look stunners girlfriend!

Anonymous said...

You look great!

ralucatopor said...

Thanks a lot for posting this info on the blog. I work for Estee Lauder at Nordstrom, Michigan Avenue and I am super-passionate about our skincare. I believe that ANR and ANR Concentrate (my absolute favorite!) are 2 amazing products that every woman should use every night. I call it "insurance for your skin". By using it every night, you can sleep well, knowing that the product will "wipe" the damage done during the day by environmental and emotional stress. Stop by my counter any time you want to find out more about Estee Lauder skincare and make-up. Wish you all the best!

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