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February 14, 2012 By

About a million years ago when I was in high school, Clinique came out with a Lip Shine that wasn’t a matte lipstick or a gloss, but a combination of the two, which instantly became a hit with women everywhere.  One of the colors offered was #16, Black Honey.  What was so amazing about this particular color is that it flatters EVERYONE – regardless of your skin tone or eye color or your lip shape and texture.  Black Honey is probably one of make up history’s great all time achievements!  And now the color is being translated in to a Shimmering Tones Powder that may rank up there as make up history’s all time great achievement #2.

Clinique Shimmering Tones Powder in Black Honey

Clinique’s Black Honey Shimmering Tones Powder is a limited edition, multitone powder.   The cult favorite Black Honey shimmers in this beautifully blended powder, instantly creating a sheer, subtle radiance that looks great on everyone, just like the classic that inspired it.

Believe me, this powder is like magic.  I’ve been sick for the past few days, and when I looked in the mirror this morning my skin resembled a cross between the Crypt Keeper and Princess Fiona (after she married Shrek…)  Two swipes of this shimmering powder and, damn, if I didn’t look healthy and vibrant!  It’s even better on a good day, giving you just enough sparkle that people say, “Wow, you look great…did you cut your hair or something…?”  I don’t know what it is about the Black Honey color, but it does something magical and it works for everyone and with every skin tone.

Available for a limited time only through Sephora, Shimmering Tones Powder in Black Honey retails for $32.50 – and it’s well worth the investment!

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15 Minute Valentine’s Day Makeup

January 27, 2012 By

If you’re pressed for time on Valentine’s Day, this quick 15 minute guide to getting gorgeous will help you save time and still have you looking pretty for that special someone – or for just a night out with the girls!

1. Prime

Start with a clean, moisturized face, and use a foundation primer to help even out your skin tone and keep your makeup flawless. I like e.l.f. Studio Mineral Infused Face Primer ($6, eyeslipsface.com,) but feel free to use your favorite primer for this step.

 

 

2. Foundation/Concealer

For light coverage, a tinted moisturizer is best, followed by spot treating problem areas with a bit of concealer. However, if you need full coverage, choose a lightweight foundation like Laura Mercier Creme Smooth Foundation ($50, Sephora) for buildable coverage that lasts. Use a foundation brush or a makeup sponge for a smooth finish.

 

3. Blush

Impart skin with a rosy glow by dusting CoverGirl TruBlend Blush Naturally Luminous Powder in Pure Romance 425 ($7.29, drugstore.com) over cheeks.

 

 

 

4. Eyes

Because you’re in a hurry, choose one eyeshadow to sweep over lids and in the crease. For a standout look, choose a shimmery neutral like taupe, sand, bronze or something in between. Make sure to line the upper and lower lash line with black eyeliner, such as Prestige Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil ($5.25, drugstores) and coat lashes with one to two coats of a volumizing and lengthening mascara.

 

5. Lips

For lip color that lasts all night, choose a lip stain that you can simply sweep on and forget about. One to try: NYC Smooch Proof 16 Hour Lipstain, ($4-6, drugstores.) If you prefer a glossy finish rather than a matte look, simply apply the stain and then coat lips in your favorite clear gloss for a shiny, sexy finish.

 

 

There you have it! Your 15 minute guide to easy Valentine’s Day makeup that will look just as gorgeous as if you spent hours pulling your look together. Do you have any favorite time-saving tips for getting gorgeous in a flash? Share them with me in the comments.

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New Beauty Products You Need in your Makeup Bag

January 23, 2012 By

It’s a new year, so why not clean out your makeup bag to make room for some of the latest and greatest in beauty? With so many hot new products to hit the market recently, I dare you to read this list and not covet at least one of the products here!

1. Hello Kitty Parisienne Palette

This gorgeous Paris-themed palette combines four Charmmy eye shadows and a flattering blush to help you create looks or touch up on the go. Palette includes:

  • 0.07 oz Charmmy eyeshadow in pearlized creamy beige
  • 0.07 oz Charmmy eyeshadow in glittery dark brown
  • 0.07 oz Charmmy eyeshadow in matte bright purple
  • 0.07 oz Charmmy eyeshadow in matte blue/gray shadow
  • 0.3 oz Blush in pearlized medium pink

($36, Sephora)

2. Too Faced Natural Flirt Makeup Collection

This limited edition collection from Too Faced contains everything you need for eyes, lips and face. Packaged in a feminine makeup bag, the collection includes:

  • Shadow Insurance in Candlelight
  • Magic Mushroom Eyeshadow
  • Lashgasm Mascara
  • Pink Leopard Bronzer
  • Petite Retractable Brush
  • Glamour Gloss in This Is Pretty

($45, Dillards)

3. L’Oreal Magic Lumi Concealer

A brand new concealer from L’Oreal, this light-reflecting concealer works to diminish dark circles and helps your skin look lit from within. Whether you want to conceal flaws or attain a more radiant complexion, this concealer is definitely worth a try.

($10, Drugstores)

4. Benefit Cosmetics Chachatint

If you’re familiar with Benefit’s other cheek and lip stains, you may want to try their newest version -chachatint. This mango-hued cheek and lip stain is designed to give skin a sun-kissed glow, perfect for making a pale winter complexion look like you just came back from a tropical vacation.

($29, Benefit)

5. Maybelline Super Stay 14 Hour Lipstick

This lipstick, designed for up to 14 hours of wear, was also formulated to feel creamy and lightweight instead of cake-y and dried out on lips. With a huge selection of shades to choose from, you’re almost guaranteed to find your perfect match.

($8.99, Drugstores)

Which of these new beauty products are you eager to try?

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Make 2012 the Year of Great Skin with Beauty Buys from Sephora

January 13, 2012 By

Whether you’ve made any New Year’s resolutions or not, one of the things you should definitely focus on this year is making your skin look and feel fantastic. With that said, Sephora has a number of great promotions underway to help you do just that!

Right now, you can get Sephora’s Biggest & Best Skincare Bag for FREE with any $25 purchase. This bag is jam-packed with 14 great skincare samples, and is yours when you use the coupon code “TRY14.”

While you’re shopping, don’t forget to check out some of Sephora’s best-selling skincare items, like their Clarisonic Mia2 Skin Cleansing System ($149) as well as Ole Henriksen Truth Serum Collagen Booster ($48.) Sephora definitely has everything you need to keep your skin looking great all year long.

What are you waiting for? Shop now, and get your free skincare sample bag and any other skincare items you need. Don’t you want to make 2012 the year of great skin? I know I do!

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New Year’s Eve Beauty Essentials

December 30, 2011 By

Make sure these New Year’s Eve beauty essentials are tucked away in your purse this year, and you’ll ensure you look fab all night long – no matter how long you stay up to ring in the new year.

1. Blotting Papers

To absorb excess oil and shine without ruining your makeup, keep a packet of blotting papers stashed in your purse. Whether you’re party hopping all over town or need to look perfect for that New Year’s eve kiss, blotting papers (like these from Boscia) will ensure a matte, gorgeous complexion all night long.

($10, Sephora)

 

2. Volumizing Powder

You want your style to last all night long, but if your hair falls limp and flat somewhere between cocktails and dancing, give your ‘do a boost with a volumizing powder you can tuck in your purse. Just a little of Not Your Mother’s Girl Powder Volumizing Hair Powder will instantly add volume to limp locks, ensuring you’ll be rockin’ your holiday hair until your next shampoo.

($5.99, Drugstore.com)

3. Lip & Cheek Stain

Minimize the amount of touch-up’s you need during the night with a two-in-one lip and cheek stain, such as Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip and Cheek Stain in Forever Pink. A long-lasting lip and cheek stain is great for a New Year’s Eve party, because you won’t have to run to the bathroom for touch-up’s every hour and your makeup will stay fresh and gorgeous until the wee hours of the morning.

($25, Beauty.com)

4. Foot Petals “Heavenly Heelz”

Chances are, you’re wearing a killer pair of heels and partying until the wee hours of the morning – save your soles with these Foot Petals, which help prevent blisters, cushion feet and prevent your foot from sliding out of those strappy sandals you just had to have. Trust me – when you’ve been dancing up a storm, you’ll be thankful you had these on hand!

($18.95/3 pack, Dillards)

What are your recommendations for a few New Year’s Eve beauty essentials?

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5 Party-Ready Nail Polishes for the Holidays

December 20, 2011 By

If you want your nails to look as good as the rest of you this holiday season, try one of these party-ready nail polishes to complete your festive holiday look.

Sephora by OPI Spark-tacular Top Coat

Dubbed “jewelry for your nails,” this sparkly top coat from Sephora by OPI adds the perfect finishing touch to your manicure. Simply use your favorite nail color, then add a coat or two of this festive top coat over tips for a party-ready mani in a flash.

($9.50, Sephora)

 

OPI Las Vegas Collection Royal Flush Blush

This pinky-blush hue shows you don’t have to go overboard for fantastic holiday nails – it’s the perfect “neutral” to show off on fingers or toes! I think it would look especially fantastic peeking out of peep-toe heels, and it adds just the right amount of color without being too in-your-face. Plus, anything with “Las Vegas” in the name has got to be party-worthy.

($8.50, drugstore.com)

Lancome ‘Le Vernis’ Golden Hat Holiday Nail Color

Five shades are available from Lancome’s Golden Hat holiday nail collection, but my favorite is the one at left (Golden Hat 101.) It’s the perfect juicy berry shade, and I think it would go great to liven up a little black dress. Put it on fingers and toes for a mani/pedi that will be perfect for the holiday season.

($15, Nordstrom)

 

Forever21 Plum Glitter Nail Polish

I’m partial to this shade – purple is my favorite color – but it’s also a fantastic alternative to traditional red or silver polish for the holiday season. This deep royal plum shade contains plenty of sparkle to make sure your tips and toes are as festive as the holiday party you’re heading to. Plus, it’s incredibly budget-friendly.

($2.80, Forever21)

 

Deborah Lippman Nail Color in Boom Boom Pow

Finally, this party-ready and incredibly festive gold glitter polish from Deborah Lippman is a great shade to wear for Christmas or New Year’s! Wear it alone for a subtle sparkle, or let this polish really shine as a  top coat over a complimentary metallic gold shade. However you choose to wear it, you’ll definitely make a splash.

($20, drugstore.com)

 

No matter where the holiday season takes you, these five nail polish shades are completely party-ready and totally fab. Which one is your favorite?

 

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5 Makeup Bag Must-Haves for the Holidays

December 7, 2011 By

The holiday season is a busy time for all of us – simplify your routine with these five makeup bag must-haves that will take you from work to play to one holiday party after another, all season long!

1. Red Lipstick

This season, it’s all about the perfect red pout. Even if you’ve never worn red lipstick before, you can easily find a flattering shade for your skin tone. Trust me – there is the perfect red lipstick out there for you, so don’t be afraid to own it and flaunt your perfect pout this holiday season. One to try: e.l.f. Mineral Lipstick in Royal Red , $5, eyeslipsface.com.

 

 

 

2. Gel Eyeliner

Longer lasting than pencil liners and easier to apply than a liquid, gel eyeliners are the perfect way to play up your eyes this holiday season. They take a little effort to master, but once you pull it off you’ll love how long-wearing gel liners are! Grab a basic black shade for a classic smokey eye, but don’t be afraid to be daring and add a splash of royal purple or blue to your holiday look. One to try: Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner, $21, Sephora.com.

 

3. Illuminating Highlighter

Leave the glitter body gel to teenagers and instead subtly highlight cheekbones, decollete and other strategic areas with an illuminating highlighter to help you look luminous and radiant for all of your holiday parties. One to try: Victoria’s Secret Luminous Cheek & Face Highlighter, $14, Victoria’s Secret.

 

 

 

 

4. Metallic Eyeshadow

Personally, I think metallic eyeshadow looks great any time of the year – but especially during the holiday season when you really want to make a statement! Silver and gold are my go-to colors for this time of year, but feel free to play around with unexpected metallic shades such as teal or purple for a unique look. One to try: SEPHORA COLLECTION Mini Eyeshadow Palette – Metallize, $12, Sephora.

 

 

5. Tinted Moisturizer

A lightweight, tinted moisturizer can help create the perfect canvas for flawless makeup application and allows your skin to breathe. If you’re more of a full-coverage gal, you can still get by with a tinted moisturizer by choosing one with more coverage. One to try: Benefit Cosmetics you rebel SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer, $30, BenefitCosmetics.com.

 

These are my picks for the top makeup bag must-haves this holiday season; do you agree or disagree? Share your thoughts below!

 

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