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Sue Devitt Creates Exotically Beautiful Makeup

October 22, 2009 at 7:44 pm · Filed under Beauty, cosmetics ·Tagged , , , , , ,

Australian makeup artist and cosmetic creator Sue Devitt’s personal mantra is “Beauty is an adventure”…with endless destinations. She is inspired by the natural beauty of the many exotic places that she has traveled such as India and Tanzania. Here cosmetics are exotic, but very wearable!

I really love the Sue Devitt Eye Intensifier Pencil ($22.00) This is a thick, smudgey pencil that glides on easily and makes a great smokey eye. The pencil can be drawn on with a thick line for high drama or smudged into a sexy, smoky look. There is a built-in smudger on the end of it that is tapered and can be used to soften the line of the pencil. I found that it lasted all day and stayed put. This great pencil is available in 13 shades.
 
I have also tried the E-Z Eye Roller Ball Eye Shadow ($18.00), a pure-pigmented roller ball shadow.  It is unusual for a roller ball to go on with so much color – this is definitely not a delicate product: not for the shy! It is very shimmery and although it can be blended for day use, I highly recommend it for the evening. This shadow is available in 10 shades.  
 
Visit the new Sue Devitt website to purchase these fab products and to check out the entire line!  

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Bobbi Brown Holiday 2009

October 21, 2009 at 10:43 pm · Filed under cosmetics ·Tagged , , , , ,

Bobbi Brown says, “A well organized makeup bag is the key to a beauty routine that’s simple and quick”.

This holiday Bobbi Brown makeup palettes have just what you need to customize your look or are a wonderful gift to a lady who loves her makup pretty and organized. Some of the sets from Bobbi’s holiday collection are:   

Glitter Lip Balm Palette ($40.00) – All of these kits are packaged in sleek, chrome-accented palettes. This one is filled with four lovely shades of Glitter Lip Balm. The formula is infused with a mix of pearls and glitter so it moisturizes, comforts, and gives lips a glowy sheen. The palette includes a Lip Brush and includes these shades: Crystal Rose (rosy pink), Crystal Diamond (icy white shimmer), Pink Crystal (icy pink) and Crystal Gold (warm gold).

Velvet Plum Eye Palette ($40.00) –This elegant eye shadow palette is perfect for day-to-night holiday makeup. It includes an all over base shade, a lower lid shade, a crease shade, liner and a dual-ended Mini Eye Shadow/Eye Liner Brush. The shades are Bone Eye Shadow (off-white), Naked Eye Shadow (medium neutral pink), Velvet Plum Metallic Eye Shadow (shimmering black plum) and Espresso Eye Shadow (dark chocolate brown).

Earth Metal Lip & Eye Palette ($60.00) –  This is my favorite palette because you can make so many different eye and lip looks. The shadows are metallic and the lips are creamy and mostly matte. The shades are — For eyes: (Autumn Shimmer Wash Eye Shadow (light golden green), Earth Metallic Eye Shadow (rich plum), Zinc Metallic Eye Shadow (medium golden green), Black Spruce Metallic Eye Shadow (evergreen), Sunset Gold Metallic Eye Shadow (gold brown),  and Antique Gold Metallic Eye Shadow (gold bronze). For lips: Paisley Rose Creamy Lip Color (pink beige), Rose Garden Creamy Lip Color (rosy nude), Rose Bud Creamy Lip Color (warm brown) and Barefoot Shimmer Creamy Lip Color (golden pink).

All of the colors in these kits are beautiful for fall and winter. Visit www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com to purchase these palettes and to see what other goodies you can get for the holiday season! Enjoy!

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Bobbi Brown Rich Color Lip Gloss

October 19, 2009 at 3:22 pm · Filed under Beauty, cosmetics ·Tagged , , , ,

Bobbi Brown Rich Color Lip Gloss

Bobbi Brown Rich Color Lip Gloss

Bobbi Brown Rich Color Lip Gloss ($20.00) is the newest addition to Bobbi’s lip color line. Bobbi says, “The colors are rich enough to make a statement, yet absolutely wearable — and the texture is amazing.”

Rich Color Lip Gloss is a mint flavored gloss that Bobbi’s website touts ”offers the look and benefits of three products in one: the full color coverage of a lipstick, the soft shine of a gloss, and the luxurious feel of a balm.”  I agree that you do get full coverage, shine and it feels like a minty balm, as it is a bit tingly on. The colors are soft and pretty, very nice.  
 
The gloss is available in a range of eight shades: Naked, Ruby Red, Pink Raspberry, Merlot, Dusty Rose, Melon, Tutu, Pink Buff — there is a color for everyone.
 
Visit www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com to learn more about and purchase this luxurious gloss. Enjoy!

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Hard Candy Arrives at Walmart!

October 14, 2009 at 7:12 pm · Filed under 1 ·Tagged , , , , , , , , , ,

Remember the Hard Candy nail polishes sold at department stores with the plastic ring on top? There back and for sale (at great prices) at Walmart! Crazy, but true!

I think that it’s cool that prestige cosmetics, Sephora or Ulta worthy, are being sold at a store — and a price — that is affordable for everyone.It’s the first time a prestige cosmetics collection has gone mass and features unique, specialty products. And the selection is fabulous! From Lip Sticks, glosses to  lots of eye products to bronzers — yes, even the polish with the cute rings on top — fun products for many occasions.
 
I have received samples of the Just Nails Nail polish ($5.00)  with the ring (a cool red heart and yes, I am wearing it), Glitz Stick Glitter Pencil ($6.00), a thick glittery eye pencil and Plexi Gloss ($5.00) a supper glossy lip gloss. They all are really fun and will be great for a night out. And don’t forget the teenagers in your life. With these prices, stock up for stuffing stockings (I am always thinking ahead).

Visit www.walmart.com to browse the selection, or walk in to your local Walmart and see what fun products are there. Enjoy!

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Three Custom Color Specialists’ Crème Concealer/Foundation

September 19, 2009 at 9:25 am · Filed under Beauty, cosmetics ·Tagged , , , , , , , ,

Three Custom Color Creme Concealer

Crème Concealer/Foundation

A great concealer is hard to find! I have recently tried Three Custom Color Specialists’ Crème Concealer/Foundation (Singles $22.50, Refills $15.00). This is a buildable concealer that  allows you to create tailored coverage, from to sheer to full. 

This is touted to have a rich and creamy texture that is appropriate for all skin types and is formulated to provide the most effective coverage for redness and dark circles.  I have been using it under my eyes and on blemishes. I really like how it instantly covers the discoloration and doesn’t settle in fine lines. It is very creamy and easy to blend. 

Use this with a brush or fingers or it can be used all over the face as a foundation.  It can also be blended with a face cream to create a tinted moisturizer.  This is available in 10 shades, which is a lot of variety for concealer! A custom blending service for the Creme Concealer/Foundation is also available.

Three Custom Color Specialists’ products are available at select beauty boutiques worldwide, via the hotline at 888.262.7714 and online at www.threecustom.com. Contact them to purchase the products as well as ask about custom blending. 

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FACE Stockholm’s Dramatic Fall 2009 Collection

September 12, 2009 at 1:34 pm · Filed under Beauty, cosmetics ·Tagged , , , , ,

Face Stockholm Fall 2009

I love FACE Stockholm’s exciting seasonal looks. For fall, they have come out with a collection that is as wearable as it is dramatic. The products used on the model in the photo are:

COLOR ESSENTIALS
Beloved Lipstick — deep, berry-red
Tuija Lip Pencil — dark red
Generös & Utsökt Matte Eye Shadows — Generös is a soft terracotta, and Utsökt is light cream 
Myrrah Brow Shadow — a beautiful dark warm brown
Rome & Hudson Crème Blush — Rome is a matte pinky-bronze and Hudson is a soft shimmery peach.

To achieve the look in the photo, FACE Stockholm suggests:

For flawless porcelain skin, start with FACE Stockholm’s Picture Perfect Foundation in your favorite-skin flattering shade. Use Rome Crème Blush as a contour below the cheekbones and Hudson as a highlighter on the top of cheekbones. A little Myrrah Brow Shadow helps to create full, but groomed brows. Generös Matte Eye Shadow is best applied with our #39 Blender Brush in the crease of the lid, while Utsökt can be applied to the whole lid up to the brow. Our Lash Curler and Volumizing Black Mascara complete the eye. And for the all- important lip, apply Beloved Lipstick with our #18 Lip Brush over Tuija Pencil.

I think that the lipstick is beautiful, but more of a night color, unless you blot it and wear it as a stain. My favorite product is the brow powder as it is the perfect shade for me.

Visit www.facestockholm.com to purchase the products to replicate this fab look. Have fun!

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Perfekt Beauty Skin Perfection Gel

September 7, 2009 at 2:12 pm · Filed under Beauty, cosmetics ·Tagged , , , , , , , ,

 

Perfekt Beauty Skin Perfection Gel

Perfekt Beauty Skin Perfection Gel

Are you a busy woman? Do you have time in the morning to produce a flawless face with primer, foundation and powder — as well as all of the other makeup that you need to look your best? Well, join the club! But there is help for us!

I have been using the Perfekt Skin Perfection Gel ($57.50) over my moisturizer every day. It is a gel-mousse that works as a foundation, primer, color corrector and powder all in one. I apply a small amount with my fingers all over my face. It gets rid of the redness and is a great sheer foundation. If I want more coverage, it is completely buildable to get the effect I need. It also makes my skin appear very smooth and has a great matte finish. I do use a little powder to set it, but then my skin looks flawless!  

This product is available in 5 shades: Translucent – clear, Luminous – light , radiant – medium, Rich – tan and Decadent – mahogany. I use Luminous, but Translucent would make a great primer or just for a natural look.

Visit www.sephora.com to purchase this product.

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Laura Geller Full-Figured Volumizing Mascara

September 7, 2009 at 1:18 pm · Filed under cosmetics ·Tagged , , , ,

Laura Geller Full-Figured Volumizing Mascara

Laura Geller Full-Figured Volumizing Mascara

If you have read my blog before, you know that I LOVE mascara. I think it is the perfect finishing touch for any look. So I am always looking to try a mascara that is new, or at least new to me!

Laura Geller Full-Figured Volumizing Mascara ($23.50) – I was excited to try this mascara since I haven’t tried any of Laura Geller’s cosmetics before. (Please leave a comment to recommend any other of her products that you think I should try).  This volumizing mascara is touted to magnify and extend lashes. It combines two lengths of nylon fibers in a creamy, water-resistant formula. Cellulose and amino acids work to strengthen lashes, while rice protein adds shine. Ophthalmologist-tested, the formula is suitable for contact lens wearers.

The first thing that I noticed about this mascara is that it both lengthens and thickens my lashes. Many mascaras do one or the other, so this is very nice. I think this is a great day look, with one coat, or night look, with 2 or more coats. It layers very well. The only thing I didn’t like is that it flaked and smudged on me after a few hours. I still wear it, but I have to check under my eyes periodically to fix the smudges.

You can purchase this plush mascara, and many other products from Laura Geller, at www.qvc.com.

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New Milani Eye Liners for Fall

August 23, 2009 at 9:25 pm · Filed under Beauty, cosmetics ·Tagged , , , , , , ,

Summer makeup is so easy. You don’t need a lot for a fresh look that is perfect for the season. But fall makeup is a different story.  When the weather turns cooler, and the fashions become more bold, the bright colors come out of the makeup cases and on to our faces!

Milani has introduced two new eye liners that are perfect for fall.  Eye Tech Liquid Eye Liner and Infinite Liquid Eye Liner offer bold lines and bright colors, and even though it is not quite fall yet,  I have already begun having fun experimenting with them.

Eye Tech Liquid Eye Liner ($6.99) puts the control in your hands.  This pen-style liner boasts a water-based formula that has a “flow thru system” and a felt-tip applicator for a steady line in one stroke.  It goes on incredibly smoothly and you can get more than one look from it. The first time I tried it I was going out with friends, so I did a thick cats-eye line on my top lashes. I have also drawn a very fine line at the base of my lashes to for a more natural look.  It is available in black, brown and charcoal.

Infinite Liquid Eye Liner ($5.99) is a long wearing liner that boasts a waterproof formula that lasts up to 24 hours.  This comes with a very thin brush that you dip into the product and apply. Once you apply it, you have just a few seconds until it dries to correct any mistakes, because it STAYS ON!!! My daughter applied the blue liner (Infinite) on her friend and it took a lot of makeup remover to get it off! You know that if you put this on in the morning it will stay on all day! It is available in 5 dramatic shades: Infinite (the metallic electric blue),  Endless (metallic purple), Eternal (golden green), Forever (golden bronze) and Everlast (black). My favorite is the Forever, it is so pretty and wearable for day.

Visit www.milanicosmetics.com to learn more about these and all of their fab products!

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Marina Cosmetics– The Kiss of the Sea

August 9, 2009 at 5:49 pm · Filed under cosmetics ·Tagged , , , , , ,

I love trying new lipsticks and lip glosses. I seem to be more drawn to lip glosses these days because they make the lips feel moisturized and are non-drying. Lipsticks can be very drying and it is great to find one that makes the lips soft and glossy.

If you are looking for a hydrating lipstick, try Marina Cosmetics – The Kiss of the Sea. Both their lipsticks and lip glosses are enriched with hydrating sea minerals, plus other nourishing ingredients like seaweed, jojoba oil and natural waxes. They are also Dermatologist tested, Hypoallergenic,  and Paraben-Free.  

The Sea Perfected Lipstick ($20.00) gives a soft, sheer wash of color that has a hint of shimmer to it.  Available in ten colors, I have Pink Sand, which is a glimmering rose color.

Hydrating Lip Gloss ($22.00) This non-sticky and moisturizing lip gloss is fun to apply at any time of the day. It gives the lips shimmer and shine. Available in ten colors as well, I have tried Sandcastle which is a light beige.

Visit the webiste at www.marinacosmetics.com to learn more about these fab lip products.

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