CARGO Cosmetics is the exclusive make-up sponsor of Dancing with the Stars: The Tour

I've been raving about CARGO Plant Love Lipstick here on the SPOT and on Sephora for a long long time. Who would have thought it would be my love of CARGO Cosmetics that would bring me and Lance Bass together? Not me, but then again life surprises me on the daily.

Dancing with the Stars’ most recent cast, including Marlee Matlin, Cheryl Burke and Lance Bass, and they are adding to the growing list of well-known CARGO fans. CARGO’s innovative, professional formulations have been both a staple of make-up artists and a celebrity favorite for years.

Make-up plays a crucial role in Dancing with the Stars theatrics. From Julianne Hough’s golden Samba glow to the intense, kohl-rimmed eyes sported by Warren Sapp, make-up helps transform dancers into character and showcase the spirit of each dance.

Tour make-up artist Linda Sammut is working exclusively with CARGO and PlantLove™, CARGO’S revolutionary, eco-friendly line of cosmetics: “These products truly represent the next generation of natural and organic cosmetics—professional grade make-up and good for the environment. They’re a make-up artist’s dream!” Linda's favorite items include: CARGO’s wet/dry foundation, OneBase, PlantLove lipsticks and eyeshadow palettes.

High-energy and hot lights often pose problems for make-up artists who need the stars to look their best from beginning to end of a show. CARGO is a natural fit for Dancing with the Stars thanks to superior, high-performance formulations and long lasting color payoff. Fans won’t see their favorite dancers and celebs sweating their make-up off this tour. The tour wraps up on Sunday, February 8th in Philadelphia .

For additional information about CARGO and PlantLove™, visit cargocosmetics.com.

Beauty's Product: Cargo Spreads the PlantLove

Cargo's PlantLove Lipstick was one of my top five Sephora Must haves back in August when I died and went to beauty blogger heaven. Now Cargo is expanding the line. I haven't gotten my hands on it yet but I do have the details on the full line.

The PlantLove™ Natural Origin Cosmetics Collection includes:

Natural Origin Loose Powder Foundation ($30)
PlantLove™ Loose Powder Foundation delivers the effect of loose powder and foundation in one convenient product. Talc-free and infused with natural and organic ingredients such as Jojoba Seed Oil and Olive Fruit Oil, it imparts lasting, healthy benefits and flawless, yet natural looking coverage. Suitable for all skin types. Available in five wearable shades.

Natural Origin Pressed Powder ($30)
This silky, soft powder, infused with organic olive fruit extract, provides a flawless finish while still looking natural. Ideal for mid-day touch-ups. Available in two shades.

100% Natural Origin Baked Illuminator ($28)
A stunning blend of blush, bronzer and highlighter in one, PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Baked Illuminator gives cheeks and body an all-over warmth and glow. Made with natural terracotta ingredients, Karanja Oil to heal and condition, Grape Seed Oil rich in nourishing antioxidants and Sunflower Seed Oil to combat dryness. The Illuminator promotes healthy, nourished skin while giving you a perfect flush. Available in three shades:
Earth – Gold, copper and bronze combination
Wind – Terracotta, champagne and bronze combination
Fire – Pink, pearl and bronze combination

100% Natural Origin Bronzer ($28)
PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Bronzer gives a natural, easy-to-blend glow. Made with all natural terracotta ingredients and baked for eight hours, it provides a satin finish for a glowing, sun-kissed look, without unflattering shimmer. The universally flattering shade, perfect for all skin types, contains Karanja Oil, Argan Oil and Grape Seed Oil all help to improve the skin, from the inside out.

100% Natural Origin Blush ($28)
Incredibly fine, micronized texture provides a soft, natural color for superior blendability. Rich in natural and organic ingredients such as Karanja Oil, Argan Oil and Grape Seed Oil, this blush keeps skin healthy while imparting incredible color. Suitable for all skin types, the silky texture of the blush is ideal even for damaged or dehydrated skin. This blush is the perfect partner to the PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Baked Illuminator or 100% Natural Origin Bronzer.
Available in six shades:
Tulip – Cotton candy peach
Peony – Shimmering apricot
Rose – Matte rose
Begonia – Electric rose
Cherry Blossom – Shimmering petal pink
Delphinium – Shimmering dusty pink

100% Natural Origin Lipstick ($20)
PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Lipsticks’ innovative botanical formula is nourishing for lips and the environment. Sold in 20 fabulous shades, nine of which are designed by celebrities. Two dollars from every sale benefits the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®.

100% Natural Origin Lip Gloss ($20)
Finally, a gloss that’s good for your lips and good for you! Its natural, organic ingredients care for your lips and ensure a smooth texture. These silky, luscious glosses offer high-shine in a non-sticky texture. The Lip Gloss is perfect for layering over lipstick, for added luster, or lip liner, for a soft, natural look. Infused with Karanja Oil, Grape Seed Oil, Sweet Almond Oil and Apricot Wax, this Lip Gloss moisturizes while improving lip texture. Available in eight pretty, wearable shades, each with a floral inspiration:
Sunflower – Sheer gold
Dahlia – Opalescent pink
Geranium – Sunny rose
Magnolia – Icy pink
Poppy – Sheer, sparkling poppy
Geranium – Sheer plum
Bonsai – Shimmering sand
Jasmine – Nude quartz

100% Natural Origin Lipliner ($16)
Formulated with Organic Beeswax and Jojoba Oil, this lipliner softens and moisturizes lips to keep them pucker-perfect. Smooth and blendable, the lipliner applies without skips, creating a natural, gorgeous look. The perfect partner to PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Lip Gloss or 100% Natural Origin Lipstick. Available in two classic shades: Rose and Pink.

100% Natural Origin Lip Balm ($20)
This rich and creamy balm restores, replenishes and cares for dry, chapped lips. Infused with Organic Cocoa Butter, Sunflower Seed Oil, Beeswax and Grapefruit Extract for added care, it provides a clear base for lipstick, gloss or lipliner, or can stand alone for a natural, healthy look.

100% Natural Origin Eye Shadow ($20)
This smooth, easy-to-blend eye shadow is infused with natural and organic ingredients for healthy skin and incredible wear. Available in 18 shades inspired by tropical gardens, the high pigmentation gives great color payoff, ensuring that eyes will truly shine! The formula contains Karanja, Argan and Grape Seed Oils that combat the signs of aging while moisturizing and revitalizing the eye area.

100% Natural Origin Eye Liner ($16)
A high-performance eye lining pencil with a rich color payoff, PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Eye Liner is long-lasting and glideable – a true treat for the eyes! With a smooth and blendable texture, the formula is comfortable on the delicate eye area. Available in six easy-to-wear shades:
Black
Dark Brown
Light Brown
Khaki
Bronze
Midnight Blue

Green Goddess Collection ($36)
A collection of eye shadows and blushes. The four easy to wear shadows (Bamboo, Thyme, Beech and Lily) are infused with natural and organic ingredients for rich payoff and long wear. The two universally flattering blushes (Peony and Rose) give cheeks a natural radiance.

Product Rave: Cargo Plantlove Lipstick in Cherry Bliss

I am a very lucky woman. Every Thursday evening I get to hang out with my two lovely friends Nancy and Bill. They are retired and probably in their seventies, although we have never talked about age specifics. Tonight they declared "You are a new woman! Look at that lipstick!" In fact this is the reaction I got all day. I don't know how it's possible that a certain color of lipstick can change my mood for the better, increase my performance at work, and make me feel entirely sexy all the time, but it is in fact possible AND I get to be of service to the planet while doing so. I told you all about CARGO Plantlove Lipsticks last week but I'll repeat myself just because I really think every woman should have a tube. Why wouldn't you want a product everyone can get excited about? From UNC undergraduate students to lovely, meditating, earth-friendly retirees like Nancy and Bill everyone loves the PlantLove.



"PlantLove™ Botanical Lipstick
What it is:
"A lipstick tube made entirely out of corn - a renewable and abundant resource. This environmentally-friendly innovation also emits less greenhouse gases, which many scientists believe to be the major cause of global warming. The outer carton is made of flower paper embedded with real flower seeds. Simply moisten, plant, and wait for a bouquet of wild flowers to grow!"

CARGO Plantlove Lipstick

I think about the idea of earth friendly beauty products fairly often. Sometimes it feels awkward to be throwing out packaging when the contents of the package was made with the highest organic standards. Luckily some very high profile people have thought about this too and they came up with CARGO PlantLove lipsticks just in time for Earth Day! (April 22)

This lipstick tube is made entriely out of corn and the outside packaging is embedded with wildflower seeds. Just moisten, plant and watch your environmentally friendly beauty product reward you all season long.

CARGO is donating two dollars from the sale of every shade to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The 10 celeb-shades and their creators are listed below and you can order them from Sephora.





Evangeline: Evangeline Lily
Lindsay: Lindsay Lohan
Maria: Maria Menounos
Mariska: Mariska Hargitay
Sarah: Sarah Chalke
Cherry Bliss: Kim Raver
Grace and Faith: Angie Harmon
Sam and Lola: Denise Richards