Kybella to reduce double chin: FDA approved to destroy fat cells

I avoid coverage of drugs and cosmetic procedures, but I thought this one might be of interest to a lot readers. It's exciting news but I'm also torn because I personally would never, ever recommend a brand new drug with no post-marketing data. So no, I do not recommend this one, but read on.
Is Kybella safe for chin fat

Yesterday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Kybella as a treatment for adult submental fat (fat below the chin). Kybella is a cytolytic drug that will physically destroy the cell membrane when injected into tissues. When properly injected into submental fat, the drug destroys fat cells. When improperly injected, it can also destroy other types of cells, such as skin cells. It can cause nerve damage among other problems. Read more about it on the FDA website.

Is Kybella safe to use? Kybella has been approved by the FDA, but doctors will need to be trained on the proper injection techniques in order to be able to safely and efficaciously inject patients. Kybella price and availability has not yet been made available by the manufacturer.

What does that mean for those with fatty chins? This new drug is something you can consider talking to your doctor about. I wouldn't jump into it because of the severe adverse effects of the drug. Read up on the clinical trials, analyze risks vs benefits and get your doctor's clinical opinion.

Favorite Makeup Products of the Moment

Continuing with the theme of favorite makeup of the day, here are some of my favorite makeup products of the moment that I've reviewed on the blog before. Feel free to share yours below!

Favorite Eyeshadow Base: I keep finding myself going back to the Sigma Eyeshadow Base Kit in Dare. Dash is probably my favorite of the group. Read my Sigma Eyeshadow Bases swatches and review for more information.

Sigma Eyeshadow Base Dare Review
The Sigma Eyeshadow Base Kit in Dare contains Unveil (a shimmery gold), Strike (shimmery burgundy) and Dash (matte plum).

Favorite Blush: This affordable Everyday Minerals sheen mineral blush has an amazing peachy pink glow that is reminiscent of NARS Orgasm blush. I always keep this in the drawer because it never gets old. See Everyday Minerals swatches and reviews.

Favorite Everyday Minerals Blush
Everyday Minerals Snuggle Blush

What are some of your favorite makeup products of the moment?

Daily Favorite: Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Lip Tar

OCC Lip Tar in Strumpet

I have only good things to say about Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics lip tars. I picked up this beauty here from Sephora. It's called Strumpet and is a matte, seedless grape red. $18 for a 0.33oz tube isn't ideal - but a dab is all you need. It's a lip stain that really, truly stains.

The lip tar lasts for hours on me without need for touchup - although I would be careful the first few minutes not to let it stain my teeth or skin. Of course an oil based makeup remover and a little scrubbing should do the job if need be.

I'd post some swatches, but my camera is not agreeing with me today.

What's your go to lip stain or long lasting lipstick?

Beauty Giveaway Winners Before Tax Day

Better late then never. This includes filing taxes and announcing giveaway winners. (I know, I'm bad). Congratulations to Maddie @maddie_carp, Rachel T, leanne sae, mitchee and Linny for winning the gift cards from the Spring Makeup 2015 giveaway!

  • $25 MAC Gift Card goes to mitchee.
  • $25 Sephora Gift Card goes to Linny.
  • $25 Sigma Beauty Gift Cards go to @maddie_carp, Rachel T, and leanne sae. 

Oh and if the winner of the MAC Cosmetics gift card isn't sure what to get, might I recommend the Highlight Powder from the MAC Philip Treacy Collection? Beau-ti-ful! And before you walk off to do your shopping, make sure to look out for Spring savings and deals. The Sigma April 2015 coupons are up!

MAC Philip Treacy Collection Spring 2015 beauty

Do not be discouraged if you did not win. New giveaways will be posted and there will be more chances to win. I will be collaborating with a new company to bring you an exciting giveaway very soon! I can't promise it will be as alluring as that $1000 SLR camera giveaway we hosted that one time courtesy of Polyvore- but here I'm hoping for some excitement!

No April Fools: Sigma April 2015 Coupons & Giveaway Details

Sigma April 2015 10% off coupon

GLOWGETTER »   Take 10% OFF your entire sigmabeauty.com order when you use discount code GLOWGETTER at checkout. Valid thru April 30, 2015.

For additional details on free gifts and shipping, see the 2015 Sigma coupon page.

Latest beauty/home product appreciation

April fools? No, I don't have a good one. But have you guys checked out the patent pending Sigma Spa Mat? The glove was a bit of a hassle to store in the bathroom, but I love the convenience of the mat. And since I have a less than pretty bathroom sink, the pink mat really brightened the scene! (Oh yea, and the addition of something to scrub my brushes clean is an added bonus.)

Sigma Beauty 2015 products and discounts
A pretty mat for cleaning brushes or just for brightening up the bathroom!

Giveaway results pending

On to last month's business - the March giveaway has closed and the winners will be announced this week or sometime next week, depending on my schedule. A new giveaway will be posted sometime after that - but I know I haven't been very good about that.

Disclaimer: Handmade Reviews is proudly affiliated with Sigma. This post contains affiliate links and the image is property of Sigma. All opinions are my own honest opinion.