I’ve been sick in bed, and thank my lucky stars I have a job where I can actually work FROM my bed. Yay! Pillows propped up, laptop perched on my lap.. love it, don’t love the coughing and sneezing and aches. Not only am I sick, but I received contact dermatitis from QuikSpray hand sanitizer, which contains 65% Ethyl Alcohol.. so my hands are burning to go along with everything else. To make me feel happy, I went on the Sephora website and discovered some new goodies I might try. I did a huge favor for a friend, and she is going to give me a bunch of makeup in return, so I’ll have a lot of reviews to do!!! Oh, Excitement!
You know me and my comb wand mascara obsession, right? (R.I.P Maybelline Lash Stylist) Well, thanks to Clinque, a new one has been born. Clinique High Lengths Macara ($14) is here! I’ve never been a fan of the Clinque mascara formula, it was always too watery. Ya never know, though, they could have reformulated… I can’t resist the comb wand!
I might be losing my mind to this cold, but are there too many colors in this boxed blush / highlighter thingy? This is Benefit Cosmetic’s new Sugarbomb. ($28) I see rose, peach, plum and pink, it looks fun, I dunno! I want to try it.
Now this.. I like A LOT:
Introducing… Tarina Tarantino Cosmetics! Are you serious!?!?!?!
I am more than excited about one of my favorite jewelry designer’s makeup line! These blushes look amazing.. I haven’t tried anything yet, but it must be great!
Tarina Tarantino Dollskin Cheek Color ($28) This line will only be at Sephora!
I’ve been away for a little bit, but I’m back now (with a crappy cold) and ready to continue posting all of the Spring / Summer goodies that are hitting the stores real soon.
Shu Uemura Spring & Summer 2010 Collection
“Égérie” will be shu uemura’s 130th makeup collection!! Wow! The brand is challenging every makeup maven to get out of the everyday basic colors and start thinking “outside of the neutral palettes” and into shimmering pastels and dazzling metallic shades. Break the rules! (That’s what I keep sayin!)
shu uemura Eye Shimmer Duo ($42 @ Nordstrom)
These duo sets contain a shimmering creamy liquid shadow and a hyper-sparkling glitter powder. After you apply the liquid shadow base color, layer on the glimmering powder over the top for super-staying power. Colors include: Glint Blue, Shiny Mint and Starry Violet.
From left to right: shu uemura Satin Glow Radiant Stick Highlighter ($40) and shu uemura Satin Glow Radiant Stick Blush ($40).
The cream highlighter can be used on the cheeks, to highlight the brow or to just add a glow to the face. Made with crushed pearls!
The cream stick blush, also made with tiny pearl particles, can be applied to the cheeks with the fingertips, a sponge or foundation brush.
shu uemura Rouge Unlimited Lipstick – Nude Beige. ($23)
This little tube of lipstick premieres a high-tech, high-pigment lipstick for unlimited color variation and exclusive lip colors. Empowered brightness and vividness of color. Exclusive hybrid pigments—vivid and pure shades are unreplicated by others. High color fidelity provides truest color payoff. Rich texture, ultrasmooth application. Ceramide shield gives eight-hour moisture comfort.
shu uemura Black Leather False Eyelashes. ($30)
Thick black lashes with built-in eyeliner made from faux-snake pressed leather. Add of a hint of rock accessories for a wild and sexy look.
shu uemura Nail Enamel in P935 (Left) and Pa010 (Right). ($18)
Formulated with seaweed extracts, shu uemura nail enamel protects against dryness and promotes stronger, healthier nails.
Chantecaille Les Dauphins Collection Spring – Summer 2010
Pre-orders will be shipped no later than 2/19/10 – Neiman Marcus.
Model is wearing Cheek Shade in Laughter, Precision Eye Pencil in Flint, Lasting Eye Shade in Peony, Iridescent Eye Shade in Sel, Shine Eye Shade in Meteorite, Faux Cils Mascara in Black, and Lip Chic in Zinnia.
View the rest of the Les Dauphins Collection at NeimanMarcus.com
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MAC in Lillyland Collection Spring 2010
Who is Lilly Pulitzer? While working at her juice stand in Palm Beach, she became tired of trying to get the juice stains out of her dress, so she asked her dressmaker to design a sleeveless shift dress made of bright colors and patterns on cotton material. The dress became her trademark and became what is now the classic shift dress. Jackie Kennedy was one of the first celebs to wear Lilly’s dresses … and well, the rest is history.
This new MAC in Lillyland collection is a ” collaboration that feels like the best tongue-in-chic resort retort delivers that joyously bright and refined Key West bloom: new floral patterned Pearlmatte Eye Shadow and Face Powder, plus all the retro-modern colour combinations that Lilly is famous for.”
Check out LillyPulitzer.com for more info and inspiration! (and shop her designs!)
The Pearlmate Eye shadow ($19.50) is a powder Eye Shadow in which matte and pearlized shades combine to produce a soft pearl-highlight finish. In this limited edition, three complementary shades form a floral motif inspired by the signature patterns of Lilly Pulitizer.
The Pearlmate Face Powder ($27.00) is a pressed powder in which matte and pearlized shades combine to produce a soft pearl-highlight finish. In this special limited-edition design, four complementary shades form a floral motif inspired by the signature patterns of Lilly Pulitizer.
Lipgelee ($14.00) – soft jelly-like textured gloss.
The MAC Cremeblend Blush is formulated to bring a natural, softly dewy look to the cheek. Creamy and soft to apply, yet colour, depth and dimension stay throughout the day. Provides a luxuriously smooth, medium-buildable coverage. May be used on both cheeks or lips.
MAC 168 Contour Brush ($32) & MAC 239 Eye Shading Brush ($24.50).
Limited Edition : Light yellow peach pink (Cream)
Not Pictured:
Technakohl Liner: Mechanical pencil liner.
-Purple Dash
-Graphblack
Paint Pot ($16.50) – creamy eye color that dries to a vibrant finish.
-Bare Study
-Fresco Rose
-Rubenesque
Are you loving these popping colors as much as I am? I really do like the hot pink nail laquer and the Cremeblend Blush colors.. here comes that coral again that I dearly adore!
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Are you guys excited for spring yet? Geez.. bring it on already! At Target they have bathing suits and summer stuff already promoted in the isles. I can’t help but say: I LOVE IT. So, to get you guys even more excited, you must check out this pretty little collection for spring 2010 by Guerlain: The Cherry Blossom Collection.
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Brace yourself for the cuteness…
The Cherry Blossom Collection by Guerlain Spring 2010 will become available about mid-January 2010. Keep your eyes peeled for this collection and it’s gorgeous, sleek packaging.
Ombre Éclat 4 Couleurs – 408 Jeu d’Ombrelles ($59) (above) is the collection’s quad eyeshadow palette. The pattern that adorns the top layer of the shadow is similar to the material in the geisha’s dress, which varies in colors ranging from purple, cherry red, gold and shimmering pinks.
Blush Éclat – 07 Cherry Blossom ($49) is the soft- pink / coral blush with the imprint of tiny geisha umbrellas on top. The top layer reddish accent colors are something that wear down after use, so I am not sure what exact color this blush would be after using a few times. I would assume it takes on the color that the model is wearing in the top photo, but I would need to test it on myself to be sure.
If you remember my post on Luxury Cosmetics for the Holidays, you may recall the Météorites compact with the black crystals on the top. I want to introduce you to the new packaging for Météorites Voyage Exceptional Pressed Powder in Mythic ($170 at Nordstrom.com). This powder is a face brightener, and skin perfector. The powder’s multi-colored hues come together to help dull skin tones and textures come alive. This is probably Guerlain’s most popular product!
Guerlain has already released a Cherry Blossom Fragrance in the past, but this one is the Insolence Blooming version of the fragrance.
Guerlain ‘Rouge G – Le Brillant’ Lip Color ($46) in sleek packaging makes this totally desirable for spring! Rouge G de Guerlain Le Brillant invents chic shine. With the original creamy texture of its predecessor, Rouge G Le Brillant adds a lighter, shinier finish for exceptional long-lasting sheen. Colors featured in the Spring collection include Blondie B01, Barbara B02, Bridget B03, Betsy B62, Beatrix B60, Brenda B61, Brit B40, Bianca B21, Berry B20, and Bella B63.
Guerlain ‘Kiss Kiss Strass’ Lip Color Kiss Kiss Strass reveals sparkling and extra-scintillating shine. Sexy and glamorous, this ultimate accessory of seduction plays with dazzling reflections to multiply light like a kaleidoscope. Colors featured in the Spring collection include Rose Perle 360, Rose Strass 361, Corail Dentelle 362, Orange Sequin 342, Rouge Taffetas 320, Rouge Broderie 321, Cuivre Drapé 322, Brun Prarure 341, Brun Satin 343 and Beige Mousseline 340.
What do you think? Are you gonna get it? I think it’s a little too rich for my taste at this point. I want to try the Meteorites powder without the fancy $180 compact, and possibly get the cheaper version.
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All Ages, All Races, All Sexes Collection 2010
Hmm.. I thought MAC said brows were OUT for Spring ? Uhhh.. “makeup” your mind.
Anyway, here is what MACPro.com has to say about this new collection, which to me, looks like brows decided they were back in for next season, but I do see how this still fits with the “Unglamour” theme:
” Intent on a universal focus, a collection that extends our range with new shades to match every international skin tone. But that’s not all. Because brows speak louder than words, two new products to help you express their style. In every language these are wow! ”
Product List:
Limited Edition Eyeshadow:
Click on a swatch for details.
Limited Edition Brow Set:
Limited Edition Pigment:
Click on a swatch for details.
Limited Edition Lipstick Shades:
Beauty Powder Blush Shades:
Not Pictured:
Impeccable Brow Pencil: Taupe, Dirty Blonde, Blonde, and Black.
Penultimate Brow Marker: Universal
Eye Brows (Self-sharpening pencil): Lingering , Spiked.
Blot Powder / Pressed : Light , Medium, Med/Dark, Deep Dark
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Everyone seems to be jumping on the lace bandwagon, including MAC & Christian Dior.. god knows who else!
Dior Dentelle Collection Spring 2010
Getting the lace on your face is probably the awkward part, the makeup shouldn’t be!
Dior Poudrier Dentelle $55 at Bloomingdales.com
Cuuuute as hell, isn’t it? It’s the Dior Spring 2010 Dentelle Collection, and it’s available right now!
Dior Poudrier Dentelle $55 at Bloomingdales.com
Bloomingdales.com says:
Dior Diorblush Dentelle $40 at Bloomingdales.com
Bloomingdales.com says:
Embossed with a vintage Dior lace pattern, a pretty duo of warm rose and peach gives cheekbones a natural-looking flush. Sweep on one shade or both together for a soft glow.
Dior 5 Color Iridescent Dentelle $57 at Bloomingdales.com
I’m really loving these colors!! Just when I thought silver and purple were the “it” colors for Spring.. I saw the next collection —
Lancome O My Rose Collection 2010
I am a huge coral fan, and to see that the color is coming back, along with deep sea greens and golds, I am more than excited to start experimenting with these new looks.
An abstract rose adorns the design of this blush.. the colors are amazing! This is the Lancome Pop ‘n Cheeks Blush. Will I toss my Benefit Coralista to the curb when I try this? Maybe, maybe not!
Lancome Pop ‘n Copper Eyeshadow Palette.. gorgeous orange/rose shades.
Lancome Pop ‘n Petrol Eyeshadow Palette.. haven’t really tried these color combos before, it is interesting look that I am willing to try!
Lancome Le Khôl Gloss High-Shine Eye Pencil in Pop Petrol (available in B.B. Sand) a sexy sea green eye pencil.
Lancome BaBy Kiss lip colour in Coral Madraque (Not sure how this thing works or if it’s available in other colors.. it looks pretty though!)
(From Left to Right) Lancome Le Vernis Colour and Shine Nail Polish in Pop Petrol, Le Vernis Colour and Shine Nail Polish in B.B. Sand. These nail polish colors match the eyeliner shades! Unusually beautiful colors!
Items not pictured:
- Ink Artliner in Pop Petrol
- Le Khôl Gloss in Pop Petrol and B.B. Sand
- Flash Retouche in Universal Light
- Le Crayon Khôl in Pop Petrol
- La Laque Fever in Coral Bliss and Swinging Copper
- Hypnôse Drama in Pop Petrol
This collection will be available in Feb, 2010. I will update with more information and links when the product becomes available online. What do you guys think? I think it’s really pretty and I am dying to try this dark sea green look on the eyes.
This is a little too late, I had been doing makeup tutorials during my vacation off from work and never got around to posting them before New Year’s Eve. I am sad. I can’t even meet my own freaking deadlines! I didn’t do anything last night except for eat fancy Chinese cuisine with my fiancee and my mom. I came back home and watched some Netflix streamed movies with my new PS3.. which I am totally obsessed with right now. I don’t even own any Playstation games yet!
First, I’d like to apologize for the picture quality! I normally take the photos and color correct all of the yellow tones of my bathroom ambiance out and cool it down, but my regular computer hasn’t been hooked up in months and I am using a tiny laptop loaner from work, which doesn’t have all the goodies on it that my desktop has. Anyway, that was just a warning that the photos may be too bright, too yellow and not accurate.
White Glitter Eye
I wanted to do something really frosty, like fairy ice queen, without resorting to blue eyeshadow. You can’t actually see how sparkly the white glitter is in this photo, it was rather vivid, like tiny diamonds on my eye.
How I did it:
Brows: I filled in my brows with the MAC Hodgepodge pencil, which is a taupe-brown lip pencil, but it works great with my new blonde haircolor. To comb my extremely sparse brow hairs into place, I used the Revlon clear brow gel.
Eyes: I primed my entire eyelid with the YSL Touche Nacree Pearly Touch pen. I put a little dot of eyelash glue (Ardell) on the back of my hand, then sprinkled a little bit of the MAC Pro Glitter Reflects Pearl into it and mixed quickly with a small, flat concealer brush from Mark Cosmetics (synthetic hair brush works best) and applied the glitter to the bottom lid area. I added some of the loose glitter right on top of it to make sure there was plenty of coverage. Don’t be afraid to add a little more, but do it in very thin applications at a time. I took a hair dryer and on a cool setting, I dried the eyelash glue/glitter mixture. Your eyelids might seem to feel tight and a bit hard. Just keep blinking until it feels a little less stiff. I also feel that it helps to raise your eyebrows up and down to stretch the lids a little.
With the 219 MAC Pencil brush, I added a matte taupe-medium brown eyeshadow to the crease of my lid. This eyeshadow was from my Coastal Scents 88 eyeshadow palette. Since my brow bone was already highlighted with the YSL frosty pen, I moved into the eyeliner. I used my favorite MAC Chromaline gel eyeliner in Black Black. I applied the gel liner to the lower waterline of my eyes and smudged it with the MAC 219 pencil brush, and had dipped it into a darker brown shadow from my palette to give it a smoky look. I finished off the eyes with the black Lancome Fatale mascara (triple comb wand).
Cheeks : You really can’t even see from the photo, but I used the Sephora brand Blush me Trio in Brun 12 (shown below) as a contour color, highlighter and a bronzer. I finished off the cheeks with Benefit Coralista Blush.
Lips: Simple. Just a gloss. I used Lancome Juicy Tubes in Miracle.
Foundation Used: Maybelline SuperStay Foundation in Sand Beige, and Maybelline Dream Matte Powder in Light 4-5.
Pink / Violet Quick Look
When your friend says she’s on her way over and you have like 15 minutes to do your makeup…it’s either time to panic or get out your quick kit. There is no physical “kit” put together, but it’s a way of saying.. no fancy blending or contouring, just high impact color in minutes. You basically need to say good-bye to any sort of hair-do.. just put it in a pony tail or bun with a cute headband, or put on a cute hat.
Eyes: (Brows are exactly the same as the tutorial above) I primed my entire eyelid with the YSL Touche Nacree Pearly Touch pen, I also created a small dot in the inner corners of my eyes and blended with a light touch with my ring finger. I applied the crease color MAC Pro Passionate Matte eyeshadow color first, using the 218 MAC pencil brush, then blending quickly with the MAC 224 Tapered Blending brush. I then applied the MAC Star Violet Veluxe Pearl eyeshadow on the bottom lid, then blending it up into the crease, very lightly, just to mute the crease color just a bit.
I used my favorite MAC Chromaline gel eyeliner in Black Black. I applied the gel liner to the lower waterline of my eyes and smudged it with the MAC 219 pencil brush, and had dipped it into a darker brown shadow from my palette to give it a smoky look. I finished off the eys with Maybelline XXL Volume mascara with the Maybelline Lash Stylist mascara V-comb wand.
Cheeks: I threw on some quick blush, the MAC Mineralize Blush in Gentle (Raspberry with gold flecks).
Lips: MAC Lip Varnish in Pink Patina. The Lip Varnishes are lightweight, not sticky and sheer. You can’t find them anymore, but I have seen them on ebay.com.
Sephora Inspiration Look
As my friend an I were passing Sephora, we noticed a cool picture of a tri-color eyeshadow look in the window, and I luckily found a picture of it online. Sephora.com says that the colors used are Sephora brand eyeshadows, but since I didn’t have those at home, I used similar colors.
Eyes: I used the Benefit Cosmetics Lemon-Aid eyelid primer all over the entire lid. I then applied the Too Faced Silver Shadow to most of my eyelid, except for right under my brows. You can experiment around with different silver shadows, the one I used isn’t a shadow you can buy alone, it normally comes in various Too Faced kits. I feel like the one that I used wasn’t pigmented enough to get that high-intensity shine. If I do this look again, I will try a loose mineral shadow or pigment.
To test the pigment of my blue and purple shadow, I made a light application of each color: MAC Aquadisiac eyeshadow in the inner corner and up into the inner crease with the MAC 218 pencil brush.
The outer corner color could have been better, but I was pressed for time, so I used the Too Faced purple shadow from the same set that the silver eyeshadow came from, again, using the MAC 218 Pencil Brush.
The eyeliner.. of course.. MAC Chromaline Gel Eyeliner in Black Black.
I continued to apply the eyeliner to the bottom waterline of my eyes. I cleaned off my MAC 218 pencil brush and used the MAC Aquadisiac and Too Faced Purple on the bottom under the lashline.
I applied one coat of Mark Cosmetics Make it Big Plumping Mascara.The Sephora model was wearing false lashes, but I really didn’t feel like putting them on just to go out to a quick dinner downtown.
I touched up the purple shadow just a bit to try to deepen the color, but it wasn’t dark enough. This look came out less dramatic than I intended, but it seems like a nice introductory tutorial for someone new to using more than one or two colors of eyeshadow.
Face: I applied a sheer wash of MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Porcelain Pink to forehead, cheeks, bridge of nose and chin.
Lips: MAC Lip Varnish in Pink Patina.
It’s been a busy week, so although I sped things up a bit with these tutorials and tried to combine them, I hope you will be able to try these at home with no troubles. Just leave a comment if you have questions! Happy New Year, everyone! Happy New Decade!
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