Mascara

Perfect Holiday Makeup Inspired by “Burlesque”

November 23, 2010 By Amanda Davis

Pop Sugar TV is just as excited as we are about the upcoming debut of “Burlesque” starring two of my personal favorite Divas, Cher and Christina Aguilera (Opening November 24th). To celebrate the extravagance that is the costuming, hair and make-up, they teamed up with one of the best. Wait for it… they were lucky enough to get some great advice and a tutorial from Christina Aquilera’s makeup artist Kristofer Buckle to get the glittery eye make up that makes Christina sizzle in Burlesque. He shares tips on which makeup products to use and how to apply them to get the same festive, show stopping look that she wore on the movie poster and in “I’m a Good Girl.” Now we can’t all wear this show stopping makeup to our family Christmas party but not to worry, Kristofer tones it down for a more wearable look.

What you’ll need? Get out your makeup bags girls and make a shopping list for what you don’t have.

* Liquid Liner (like M.A.C. Liquid Liner)

* Gray Eye Shadow (like Lancome Color Design in City Grey)

* Mascara (like Volume Express Falsies from Maybelline)

* Pink Cream Makeup (like Revlon Illuminance Creme Shadow)

* Deep Rose Lipstick (perhaps from bareMinerals?)

* Lip Liner (Prestige Cosmetics Lip Liner in Cabaret)

* Glitter

* False Eye Lashes

* Makeup Brushes

Once you have gathered your makeup goodies? Be sure to check out the tutorial so you get it juuuuuust right for that special holiday party: Tutorial Here!

Filed Under: Eye Liner, Eyeshadow, Lipstick, Makeup, Mascara, Recommended Tagged With: burlesque, cher, Christina Aquilera, holiday makeup, Kristoff Buckle, Makeup, wearable makeup

Bobbi Brown Denim & Rose Collection – Extreme Party Mascara in Denim Navy Blue

July 23, 2010 By The Fashionable Housewife

Extreme Party Mascara? Sounds pretty serious, doesn’t it? The new limited edition Denim color is pretty extreme, that’s for sure.

Bobbi Brown’s site says that the Extreme Party Mascara delivers extreme build, endless volume, exceptional separation and the formula is said to stay flexible, so each coat goes on as fresh as the first whether it’s immediately or hours later. It’s said to go on smooth without clumping, smudging or flaking. “Think of it as the world’s first touchup mascara.” the website says.

Sounds pretty convincing! I mean, what more could you possibly want in a mascara? That is, if you’re looking for volume and the look of false lashes.

Bobbi Brown Extreme Party Mascara

Since I’ve never tried any of Bobbi Brown’s mascara, I can’t say how it compares to past releases. However, as far as mascara goes, I’ve been pretty hooked on my own holy grail of mascara and it would take a lot to make me change brands at this point. But I was willing to give it a shot!

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Filed Under: Makeup, Mascara, Reviews Tagged With: Bobbi Brown, Bobbi Brown Denim & Rose, Bobbi Brown mascara, Denim & Rose Collection, Mascara, mascara review, Review, volume mascara

Tarte multiplEYE Mascara Giveaway CLOSED

April 5, 2010 By The Fashionable Housewife

Congratulations to Dianne K for winning this Tarte giveaway!

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Thank you to Tarte for hosting another fabulous giveaway on The Fashionable Housewife!

We’re giving away tarte’s NEW and clinically-proven natural lash enhancing mascara, multiplEYE!

What it is:
A one-of-a-kind mascara that is clinically proven to immediately increase the appearance of lash volume by 638%, while also increasing the appearance of lash length with regular use.

What it does:
Fortify lashes by naturally increasing the appearance of lash volume by 638%, while also increasing the appearance of lash length and growth. Using a unique blend of high-performance natural™ botanical nutrients, tarte has engineered a nourishing onyx-black mascara base infused with their proprietary HydroPlant™ peptide (a soy-amino super protein) to help stimulate lashes for a 638% increase in the appearance of lash volume and increased appearance of length, growth, and strength. For even more volumized and lengthened lashes, use with multiplEYE™ clinically proven natural lash enhancing primer for an incredible 1102% increase in the appearance of lash volume! The towering spiral brush separates and envelops each lash in the nutrient-rich formula to help promote the appearance of sky-high lashes.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:

What else you need to know:
To achieve maximum results use as a part of the multiplEYE™ 3-step regimen for naturally enhanced lashes without the prescription or the harmful side effects. This product is free from gluten, animal testing, formaldehyde donors, oil, talc, MEA/ DEA/ TEA.

Also, be sure to check out their latest product for luscious lips: tarte frxtion

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NEW! Tarte High Definition Eyes Kit – Only at Sephora!

March 31, 2010 By The Fashionable Housewife

NEW! Tarte High Definition Eyes Kit – a $28 value for only $15!

For a limited time, at Sephora only, grab the Tarte High Definition Eyes Kit containing two must-haves for creating sexy, smoky, smoldering eyes. EmphasEYES™ inner rim eye pencil is a deeply pigmented, high-definition liner specifically designed to gently glide on to the inner rims of eyes, filling in any gaps in the lash line. The smooth application is due to a patented blend of natural plant waxes, which ensure this dermatologist-tested liner won’t irritate the sensitive eye area. To boost lashes, apply Lights, Camera, Lashes!, which is the only natural mascara clinically proven to instantly increase lash volume by a whopping 424% while lengthening, curling, and conditioning lashes!

According to all the ratings on Sephora, this is a pretty sweet deal on some fabulous, natural products. I haven’t tried the eye pencil, but I can say that this mascara is pretty fabulous.

Price: $15

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