Juicy Tubes World Tour – No Passport Required

Posted on March 5, 2008 by daneen in Lipgloss | 1 Comment

This month, Lancôme unveils its highly anticipated collaboration with British designer Christopher Kane – nine new lip glosses known as The Juicy Tubes World Tour. The limited edition lipcolors were created to compliment Kane’s Spring 2008 collection, and each tube is ‘dressed’ in a Christopher Kane design.

The shades, names, and flavors were inspired by the designer’s wanderlust; each captures the excitement and essence of the world’s hottest fashion capitols.

“I have always loved the way a Juicy Tube can transform a lip with its patent texture and appearance” Kane says. “It plumps the lip to perfection.”

Juicy Tubes in Copacabana Coffee, Fifth Avenue Frosting, Grand Cafe Creme Brulee, Moulin Rose, Paris Bubbly, Peach Mochi, Red Hot New York, Rio Mango, and Tokyo Plum Blossom are available at Sephora.

Here Comes The Bridal Kit – New From Bobbi Brown

Posted on March 4, 2008 by daneen in Bridal, Eye Liner, Eye Shadow, Lipgloss, Makeup Brush, Makeup Case, Mascara | 2 Comments

Every year an average of 2.4 million weddings are performed in the United States. And June is the most popular month for marriages – accounting for 10.8% of weddings.

March may seem somewhat early to start thinking about wedding season. But, trust me – many June brides are already at their wits’ end, trying to decide on a makeup look that will be immortalized in their wedding photos and videos.

Last year at this time, I was preparing for my own nuptials – so I remember what an exciting, yet physically/mentally/emotionally taxing time it can be; I clearly recall agonizing over the makeup I would wear on my wedding day.

This Spring, Bobbi Brown, the bridal beauty authority, has done the hard work and assembled her wedding day must-haves in a new Bridal Kit. Exclusively designed with brides and their bridal parties in mind, the Bridal Kit contains special occasion essentials that flatter all complexions. The sleek white case includes: Ivory Eye Shadow, Black Ink Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner, Black No Smudge Mascara, Pink Sugar Shimmer Lip Gloss and a Short Handle Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush.

With the exception of the eye shadow, I own all of these products – and would highly recommend them to future brides. I’m speaking from experience, as I used a few Bobbi Brown products on my wedding day. Plus, if you were to purchase these products separately, it would cost you more than $100 (not including the cosmetic case) – but the Bridal Kit only costs $75.

Click here for a video of Bobbi’s Tips and How-To’s for Brides.

Kiss MS Goodbye With theBalm Lipgloss

Posted on March 3, 2008 by daneen in Charity, Lipgloss | Leave a comment

March 10th-17th is National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Week – and to support the efforts of the NYC Chapter of the National MS society, theBalm has created a limited edition KISS MS GOODBYE version of their best-selling “Girly Girl” BalmShelter Gloss.

During the month of March, theBalm will donate 25% of proceeds from the sale of this shade – a wearable coral hue infused with SPF 17 and a delicious strawberry banana scent – to the cause. The New York City Chapter of the National MS Society helps the thousands of New Yorkers impacted by MS to move their lives forward they provide comprehensive support services and educational programs to people with MS, their family and friends, and raise funds locally to support the National MS Society’s research initiatives.

Click here to Kiss MS Goodbye…because doing good is oh so pretty.

Fresh Makeup Spring 2008: Island Reverie and Sugar Cherry

Posted on February 24, 2008 by daneen in Blush, Bronzer, Eye Shadow, Lipgloss | Leave a comment

“I found my inspiration from the ethereal rising of the morning mist over a sun-splashed rainforest, lush with warm, ripening fruit and budding, bright blossoms. For me, this scene translated to a color story made up of tranquil eyes, sun-caressed skin, and bright, glossy lips. The result is a sheer, ephemeral look.”
–Alina Roytberg, Co-founder and Creative Director of Fresh.

Island Reverie Face Palette is an easy-to-use multi-purpose palette that captures the essence of a warm, sun-splashed day spent in the lush tropics.

Easy-to-use and multi-functional formulas containing nourishing ingredients and gorgeous textures not only enhance the look but also improve the complexion. All five powders are mineral based and provide a natural-looking finish. Palette includes three luminous eyeshadows in Tiare (sheer champagne), Plumeria (sheer shell pink), and Rum (rich coffee), Blush in Island Reverie (coral), and Bronzing Face Luster in Treasure Cove (universally radiant golden bronze with crushed pearls).

Sugar Lip Gloss in Sugar Cherry (limited edition) is a juicy, cool, cherry red that is gorgeous, glossy, and good for your lips.

Skin-smoothing humectants and moisturizers like sugar, shea butter, jojoba oil, grape seed oil, and black currant seed oil, are blended with the powerful antioxidant Vitamin E.

Available at Fresh and Sephora.

Perfectly Pink Lip Palette

Posted on February 21, 2008 by daneen in Lipgloss | Leave a comment

I’m all about a pink lip right now. I just can’t get enough.

And thanks to Three Custom Color Specialists’ Perfectly Pink Lip Palette – whew! – I have a different shade for every day of the week…and then some. This slim compact houses ten irresistible glosses, ranging from light and bright blush to deep and rich rose. There are no throwaways in this bunch.

Special thanks to Trae Bodge, Creative Director and Co-Founder of Three Custom Color Specialists, for introducing my lips to this palette.

Ba da ba ba baa…I’m lovin’ it!

Pon Pon Gerbera At Stila

Posted on February 20, 2008 by daneen in Blush, Coupon Code, Discounts, Eye Liner, Eye Shadow, Lipgloss | 1 Comment

Pon Pon Gerbera is inspired by the bright fresh colors of gerbera daisies that symbolize “noble and ultimate beauty,” “purity,” and “innocence.”

This limited collection includes Pon Pon Gerbera Eye Shadow Trio, Pon Pon Gerbera Cheek Color, Pon Pon Gerbera Lip Glaze, and Glitter Eye Liner.

And get FREE SHIPPING on every order at Stila.com. Simply enter the coupon code LOVELY during checkout.

MAC Viva Glam VI Lipglass: Fergie Lied To Me

Posted on February 19, 2008 by daneen in Lipgloss, Video | 1 Comment

A few weeks ago, I told you about the special edition Viva Glam VI Lipglass that Fergie helped to create. This is what she had to say about the shade: “It is a pink-tinged mauve that’s very soft and will look good on a lot of different skin tones — it’s the universal easy color to wear.”

But when I visited my local MAC counter this past Saturday, I discovered that I must be the exception to the rule – because it didn’t look good on me. Pale and pasty are the words that come to mind, actually.

However, I did purchase the regular Viva Glam VI Lipglass – which is absolutely gorgeous. The MAC website perfectly describes this shade as a “warm plum with multi-reflective, multi-dimensional pearl.” Oddly enough, I think that the regular version, and not Fergie’s creation, is the one with universal appeal.

MAC’s Viva Glam VI (regular and special edition) are available at MAC counters everywhere, and on the MAC website.