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[2 Jul 2009 | Comments | 28 views]
Summer 2009:  MAC Cosmetics Colour Craft Collection (Face)…

MAC’s Colour Crafted collection extends to the face with more mineralized goodness…These skinfinish bronzer like beauties are my absolute FAVORITE for imparting a healthy glow without looking like you were dipped in a vat of glitter…..

An Artist’s signature is the finishing touch, the decisive moment when colour, composition, and creativity come together in equal measure.
Colour Craft is all about making it your own…perfection as The Muse intended. This unprecedented assortment of Mineralize Skinfinish shades work it out beautifully, with three new mosaic combinations: Triple Fusion, Smooth Merge, Warm Blend; or …

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[2 Jul 2009 | Comments | 28 views]
Summer 2009:  MAC Cosmetics Colour Craft Collection (Face)…

MAC’s Colour Crafted collection extends to the face with more mineralized goodness…These skinfinish bronzer like beauties are my absolute FAVORITE for imparting a healthy glow without looking like you were dipped in a vat of glitter…..

An Artist’s signature is the finishing touch, the decisive moment when colour, composition, and creativity come together in equal measure.
Colour Craft is all about making it your own…perfection as The Muse intended. This unprecedented assortment of Mineralize Skinfinish shades work it out beautifully, with three new mosaic combinations: Triple Fusion, Smooth Merge, Warm Blend; or …

Headline, MAC, Makeup, New Colors »

[2 Jul 2009 | Comments | 31 views]
Summer 2009:  MAC Colour Crafted Collection (Colour)…

MAC’s latest is called Colourcraft, swirled lipglosses and mineralize blushes and shadows (a formula that I LOVE), Mineralize blush looks BEAUTIFUL on, just the right amount of shimmer without looking glittery. Check out the latest…

 

Every Artist must be daring if she wants to hone her Craft, and post-summer 2009 colour was conceived with that kind of creativity in mind.
A sensibility that surpasses expectations with inventive new Mineralize Eye Shadow pinwheel designs that combine new hues in modern, neo-geo ways; Lipglass gets a lift too, now with three shades swirled to …

Aveda, Hair Care, Headline »

[1 Jul 2009 | Comments | 69 views]
Get This:  Aveda Smooth Infusion Style Prep Smoother…

Now that my hair is shorter, I am relying on products much more than I did before to ensure my hair stays smooth and non puffy!  Especially in this insane humidity.  Aveda Smooth Infusion Style Prep Smoother has been an absolute life saver!  It smells great and keeps my hair as smooth as possible.  If you are an Aveda devotee and love Elixir (discontinued…oh the horror) and Hang Straight (LOVE) this is the perfect hybrid of the two.  My hair is glossy and perfectly frizz free.
It contains an exclusive plant …

Bath & Body, BeautyFix, Headline, Must Have, Skin Care »

[1 Jul 2009 | Comments | 51 views]
Must Have:  BeautyFix Three for Summer 2009….

BeautyFix rides again with this summertime selection of goodies….if you are not a member of BeautyFix, I ask you  – why not?  These kits with goodies hand picked by a panel of beauty experts (including myself!) is a great way to try high end products once a quarter for a fraction of the price, all in a signature quilted BeautyFix Logo bag.

In this kit:

Skindinavia Makeup Finishing Spray – FULL SIZE 2 oz.
pur~lisse pur~lip comfort – FULL SIZE .5 oz.
Cures by Avance Age Defyer Eye – FULL SIZE .5 oz
Degree Women …

Clinique, Headline, Must Have, Skin Care »

[29 Jun 2009 | Comments | 27 views]
Must Have:  Clinique’s Super Defense SPF 25…

Clinique Super Defense SPF 25 is a cream strictly for those with very dry, dry or combination skin looking for a good moisturizer anti-aging combo.  Since this cream has SPF 25 with a UVA/UVB filter, it is perfect under makeup or just alone under a heavier sunscreen in the summer.
Although this cream is rich, it feels very light on the skin which is a huge plus if you applying makeup after your application.
Anti Aging benefits include:

glycerin
olea europaea (olive) fruit extract
rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract
sea whip extract
linoleic acid
soy protein

Clinique’s Super Defense SPF …

Givenchy, Headline, New Colors »

[29 Jun 2009 | Comments | 32 views]
Summer 2009:  Givenchy Le Makeup Collection…

This summer, Givenchy gives us a collection that is awash in warm caramel shades.  Le Makeup Summer 2009 Collection is warm and shimmery – perfect for summer.  The collection is out in stores now, with prices ranging from $24 (the Pop Gloss Crystal lipglosses) to $50 (Prisme Again Eyes quad) each.  It’s scented with a new Givenchy fragrance too (it’s called Radiant Blossom) and contains notes of orange, bergamot, peony, iris, jasmine, rose, vanilla and musk. The collection is Inspired by the body-sculpting effects of the sun, Givenchy enhances the …

Headline, Web Snob »

[27 Jun 2009 | Comments | 30 views]
Beauty News:  WebSnob Weekend…

Stiletto Jungle found cream eyeshadow the really doesn’t crease.

All About the Pretty gives us what’s in her Beach Bag this week.

Enter All Lacquered Up’s giveaway and you could win bottles of Chanel Cosmic Violine and Mica Rose nail polish.

Allie is Wired has crazy celebrity teeth transformations.

Bag Bliss suggests a money-saving idea: How to Host Your Own Clothes Swap Party

Bag Snob exclusive: Speedy Sequin from Louis Vuitton, Snob or Slob?

Beauty Snob Falls for Bobbi Brown Fall Nudes collection!

Coquette dishes on UK’s vending machine flats from Rollasole to save your tired clubbing stiletto-wearing feet.

Fashion Pulse Daily picks itscanvas favorites for June, ranging from hats to bags and shoes!

I’m Not Obsessed has to ask… do you think the shirt Kristin Cavallari wore while shopping is really worth $115?!

Check out Second City Style’s recent ‘He Said/She Said’ about the recent ripped denim trend.

Shopping and Info loves the Chanel nautical stripe worn by Claudia Schiffer and Sienna Miller.

Going away for the weekend? Find out what to pack at StyleBakery.com

Stylehive has rounded up our favorite bright and colorful pairs of sunglasses, perfect for the brighter days ahead..

The Beauty Stop reports on the to-be-released Twilight Beauty Makeup from the makers of DuWop.

The Daily Obsession brings you the chicest finds under $50.

The Fashion Bomb compiles a fashion tribute to the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

The Jet Set Girls visit the Barbie Suite at the Palms Las Vegas.

The Shoe Goddess is completely enamored with these super hot Giuseppe Zanotti platform boots!

V-Style discovers an unexpected skin care product in extra virgin olive oil.

eye4style gets glossy at Dashing Diva..

Hair Care, Headline, Must Have »

[26 Jun 2009 | Comments | 41 views]
Must Have:  Neil George Intense Repair Mask…

Neil George Intense Repair Mask Indian Gooseberry Is the ultimate solution for dehydrated and chemically damaged hair.  This luxurious mask with Indian Gooseberry rebuilds the hair safely and naturally helping to maintain the color and luster improving its strength and elasticity.  

Helps to rebuild the hair safely and naturally, while maintaining color and improving strength and elasticity.

The scent of natural grapefruit sage provides aromatic benefits for both the hair, body and mind.

Paraben free and packaged in a stylishly simple eco-friendly tube, looks great in any bathroom or bedroom.

This mask was heaven …

Beauty News, Headline, The Beauty Girls »

[26 Jun 2009 | Comments | 35 views]
Beauty News:  The Beauty Girls Weekend Read…

All About the Pretty likes Japanese Skincare Company Koh Gen Do’s foundation and powder.

Want more slender legs? makeup loves me tries the new pedicure at Dashing Diva that uses massage techniques to minimize cellulite!

Is Twilight’s Robert Pattinson’s hotness in his hair? Visit Spoiled Pretty and decide for yourself.

Beauty Blogging Junkie scored an interview with head makeup artist for Mad Men, Lana Horochowski! Click here to learn how to achieve a red lip a la Joan Holloway.

Beautiful Makeup Search has love for a new tinted moisturizer that actually works as it should.

Check out The Great Latisse Experiment at Makeup Bag and see if Latisse is right for you.

Hair Care, Headline, Salon Love »

[25 Jun 2009 | Comments | 49 views]
Salon Love:  Neil George of Beverly Hills…

While I was in Los Angeles, I had the opportunity to have a blow out at the celeb spot the Neil George Salon in Beverly Hills.  The location is a bit odd (it’s on Civic Center Drive, which is basically behind the Courthouse), so it’s off the beaten path.  That may work to it’s advantage though because there is no shortage of celebrity clientele.  Stars like Renee Zellweger, Reese Witherspoon, Heidi Klum, Lindsay Lohan, Ryan Reynolds, Kate Hudson, Rose McGowan and Mary Kate Olsen all trust the Neil George salon …