If you haven't tried Smashbox cosmetics you are missing out. Smashbox, the Los Angeles based cosmetic company, really does make the best makeup out there. A few months back I reluctantly picked up one of their beauty kits at Sephora. It was only $60 (retail value $180) so I figured why not. I was blown away by the quality of the cosmetics and how wonderful they made me look. My favorite product is the Photo Finish primer, a primer for your skin that will make your face appear flawless.

Since I was so happy with my purchase I was extra happy to know that Nordstrom was offering a similar kit for their Anniversary sale. I woke up super early just to make sure I could get my grubby little hands on the Smashbox kit before they were gone. The Smashbox Nordstrom exclusive "After Party" kit includes the Photo Finish primer, three eye shadows, black mascara, cream eyeliner duo (this stuff will not smudge), soft lights blush duo, and a lip enhancing gloss, all packed in a quilted gunmetal bag; all of that goodness for only $55, a $151.50 value.

Be sure to check out Smashbox.com for beauty tips and information on their latest products. You can also rest assure that Smashbox does not test on animals. In fact, they just won the PETA Proggy Award for Best Cruelty-Free cosmetics. Now go get pretty why don't you!