MAC Cosmetics Colour Ready Collection

MAC Cosmetics Colour Ready Collection. The Colour Ready Collection much like its name is a collection of brilliant bright colors that we can wear as everyday beauty. This collection comes just time for spring 2009 as we know bright colors are always a must for spring. Bright eyeshadows, lipsticks and even a new finishing powder ( which minimizes the appearance of pores without clogging, and visibly diminishes them over time). The Colour Ready collection makes its bright debut April 2, 2009.

Lipstick ($14.00 US/$16.50 CDN)

• Show Orchid Vivid hot pink
• Impassioned Amped up fuchsia

Eyeshadow ($14.50 US/$17.00 CDN)

• Bitter Vivid bright golden green flecked with shimmer
• White Frost Vivid bright white with icy shimmer

Penultimate Eye Liner ($16.50 US/$20.00 CDN)

• Rapid Black True Black

Eye Brows ($14.50 US/$17.50 CDN)

• Stud Deep rich blackened brown

Prep + Prime Line Filler ($19.50 US/$23.50 CDN)

Prep + Prime Skin Refined Zone ($19.50 US/$23.50 CDN)

Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder ($21.00 US/$25.00 CDN)

Brush ($34.00 US/$41.00 CDN)

• 129SH All-purpose for blush or face powder. This brush is particularly good for blush application. The fibers are soft and form a full, rounded shape.

Available: North America, April 2, 2009. International, April 2009

My Current Makeup Faves Dec 2008

My Current Makeup Faves Dec 2008. All of my favorite current makeup faves from BE bare minerals, to Urban Decay eyeshadow primer. Watch my video for all faves.





The name of that product was
Yves Saint Laurent TOUCHE ÉCLAT
Radiant Touch

December Makeup Look of the Month

December Makeup Look of the Month. Since December if full of Holidays I choose a hot holiday makeup look for the month. This month's favorite makeup look is of Charlize Theron wearing the perfect holiday look. Her makeup is very soft and natural and perfect for the holidays. Soft peach blush, pretty peachy nude glossy and her inner eyes are awaken with white corners. A hot trend this season.



Source: Totalbeauty.com

Bobbi Brown Friends and Family 20% Off

Bobbi Brown Friends and Family 20% Off. For all of us beauty shoppers we can still get some great deals from Cyber Monday even though its Tuesday. Now through Wednesday you can get 20% from Bobbibrown.com plus free shipping. Just enter in code BFFO8A at checkout.

Coastal Scents 88 Piece Makeup Palette Review

Coastal Scents 88 Piece Makeup Palette Review. My honest review on the Coastal Scents 88 Piece Makeup Palette. I'm still on the fence about this product, the eyeshadow are highly pigmented and last long but the kit breaks easily. I would suggest this for anyone wanting to play around with eyeshadow colors but I would not recommenced this for someone who travels with makeup alot since it might break easily :( Watch the video for my of my thoughts on the palette.

Make Up For Ever Hd Primer Review

Make Up For Ever Hd Primer Review. The new Make Up For Ever Hd Primer is great to use with the Hd Makeup. (For the review on the Make Up For Ever Hd Makeup click here) I originally purchased the primer because Its the first primer that I have ever seen personally that offers a range of coloring shades for different problems. Its a correcting primer at its best to give you the finish your lust after.

List of Shades and What Each Does

0 Neutral-Adds natural luminosity to the complexion
1 Green-Minimizes redness
2 Mauve-Counteracts sallow undertones
4 Caramel-(Make Up For Ever needs to learn to count, what happened to three?)-Combats ashiness in medium to dark skin tones
5 Blue-Adds radiance to fair skin and reduces minor imperfections
6 Yellow-Lightens dark complexions
8 Pink-Brightens the complexion and counteracts sallow undertones

What Make Up For Ever Says It Does:
HD Microperfecting Primer deeply nourishes, moisturizes, and softens the skin, creating a glowing effect. Creates a protective layer on the skin allowing foundation to glide on easily and last longer.


What I Say It Does: Let me first start by saying I purchased number 4that combats ashiness in medium and dark skin tones. The reason being sometimes in the winter my skin can get a bit dry which I hate. So I wanted something to give me a brighter appearance. I'm so glad that I brought this. I also purchase number 6 because I wasn't sure which one would work for me. My suggestion is that if you are African American or a woman of color if you have more yellow undertones get number 4 and if you have more warm or red get the number 6. (The 4 will darken/warm you a bit while the 6 will lighten you up.) The bottom line with this product is this, it warms up my complexion while adding a little bit of coverage. I like to use it on my neckline and my chest (decolletage) so that my face and neck look more cohesive. This product also last all day and holds my makeup well so it isn't running off my face by the end of the day. It also gives you a bit of a glow and if you are looking for a bit of moisture this will give you a tad for those cold winter days.

MAC Cosmetics Monogram Collection

MAC Cosmetics Monogram Collection. The Mac Monogram Collection will be released November 27, which is right around the Thanksgiving Holiday. I can't wait to go shopping on black Friday the day after Thanksgiving. The packaging is suppose to be red and gold and many are saying it's the products from MAC's annual couture collection (like MACCouture and The Stylistics). Here's what's in the new collection.

Monogram Lipstick

• Flourish Frosty mid-tone red (Frost)
• All Mine Creamy mid-tone blue pink (Frost)
• Marque Soft light neutral pink (Frost)
• Status Symbol Warm mid-tone reddish brown (Frost)

Monogram Lipglass

• Posh Life Mid-tone bright pink with gold pearlized pigments
• Identity Pale baby pink with gold pearlized pigments
• Distinguished Sheer yellow beige with gold pearlized pigments
• Monodramatic Bronzy brown with gold pearlized pigments

Sheerspark Pressed Powder

• Commemorate Frosted pale gold with gold pearlized pigments
• Keepsake Frosted pale pink with gold pearlized pigments
• Personal Touch Frosted light peach with pink pearlized pigments
• Old English Frosted light bronze with gold pearlized pigments

Sheer Mystery Powder

• Light Medium Pale ivory
• Medium Plus Tan beige
• Dark Secret Deep caramel

Brushes (Not available internationally)

• 129 Monogram SE Brush Full, round-edge brush with ultra-soft, extra fine, luxe fibres and special decorated handles
• 224 Monogram SE Brush Full, tapered brush with smooth, extra fine, luxe fibres and special decorated handles

Monogram Fragrance

• Air of Style

Monogram Clutch

• Glossy patent clutch in midnight red with red and gold monogram plaque/closure

Limited Edition Eye Shadows Only at Sephora!

Limited Edition Eye Shadows Only at Sephora! One of my favorite things about the Holiday collections is the limited edition palettes. This year Sephora brings us some goodies as usually and I thought I would share with you guys some of the great limited edition eye shadows you can purchase this season. Plus you can also get free shipping for orders 25 dollars or more. Look at the bottom for the code.


A kit packed with all your
Tarte beauty essentials.
Tarte The Vanity Limited Edition Palette ($494 Value) The Vanity Limited Edition Palette



A palette of sixteen eyeshadows:
eight best-sellers and eight exclusive new shades found
only in this palette
Urban Decay Book Of Shadows Palette





A kit filled with all you need to
look like a silver-screen siren.
Too Faced World Domination Tour All Access Backstage Beauty Collection ($150 Value) World Domination Tour All Access Backstage Beauty Collection






An eyeshadow octet palette composed of Sephora Brand's
best-selling single shades.
Sephora Brand Luxe Noir Eyeshadow Palette - Gold




A croc makeup case filled
with beauty essentials.
LORAC Croc Case - Full Face Collection ($250 Value) Croc Case - Full Face Collection




A couture-inspired palette
featuring six eyeshadow shades
Dior Chic Palette



A palette of eight eyeshadow
colors from tattoo artist
Kat Von D.
Kat Von D True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Metal Orchestra


A festive-flavored lip shine trio.
Givenchy Couture Makeup Palette



A fabric box filled with
holiday-inspired makeup.
CARGO Holiday Nights Collection





Stila's revolutionary 4-pan
palette that not only includes
the four shades you need to
create a smoky eye, it literally
talks you through each step.
Stila Smoky Eye Talking Palette ($72 Value) The Platinums

For a limited time only! Free shipping on orders of $25 or more (like these pretty palettes)!* Enter promotion code SHIPFREE25 to receive free standard shipping on your online order of $25 or more.

NARS Multiple Duos

NARS Multiple Duos. Nars Cosmetics has just rolled out a new product the Nars Multiple Duos meaning you get two great Nars Multiples in one. If you don't already know with the Nars Multiple is it's this amazing cream blush that sets as a powder and it doesn't stop there. You can use this little baby as eyeshadow, lip stain, and of course blush. Its a great product I already have two in my beauty bag. Its really great if you're just starting to play with makeup or if you're a pro. This is a limited ediition product so grab them while you can. You can get them from Sephora or the Nars website for 45 dollars. Click here to grab yours today!


(From Nars Website )Two shades of the iconic NARS Multiple featured in one sleek compact. Each chic shade pairing can create countless combinations of healthy flushes and gentle shimmering effects for the eyes, cheeks, and lips. The easily blendable formula makes for mistake-proof application. Encased in a NARS signature black, mirrored compact.

• Mistake-proof color; quick and easy to apply
• Sheer, natural finish for eyes, cheeks and lips
• Limited Availability

The Rapture: SMASHBOX Cosmetics 2008 Holiday Collection

The Rapture: SMASHBOX Cosmetics 2008 Holiday Collection . The holidays are such an exceptional time. There is nothing like cuddling up next to your loved one, baking special treats and holiday makeup! It is absolutely the best. It is the only time of the year cosmetic companies releases their all-exclusive make up collections. This season Smashbox cosmetics are giving you lots of shimmering hues and illuminating glosses. All you need now is for the holidays to last forever and ever. Until then just, order your Smashbox collection now while it is available.


RAPTURE BEST OF SMASHBOX KIT ($19)


Smashbox’s best-seller for eyes, cheeks and lips in convenient travel sizes that fit into your clutch or carry-on. This kit includes Bionic Mascara in black, Mini Fusion Soft Lights in Dusk and Mini Lip Enhancing Gloss in Aura


RAPTURE LIP GLOSS SET ($29)

This set is perfect for any partygoer. The lip-gloss collection includes three best selling shades and three holiday exclusives. The glosses can be worn alone or layered for a more illuminating look. The six different glosses included are Illume, Radiant, Candid, Ravishing, Lovely and Stunning.

RAPTURE FLAWLESS FINISH PRIMER SET ($39)


Get flawless skin at home or on the go with this limited-edition set of our best selling, skin-smoothing PHOTO FINISH FOUNDATION PRIMER in both full and travel sizes. This silky blend of vitamins A & E, grape seed extract and green tea creates a perfect canvas for any makeup application. Wear alone or under foundation to increase its longevity, our award-winning primer helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores for flawless skin with a velvety-smooth finish.
Two-time winner of the Best of Sephora Award for Best Primer, an InStyle Best Beauty Buy, and one of Marie Claire's "25 Products That Will Change Your Life"!

RAPTURE EYE SHADOW AND BRUSH SET ($59)


This get-gorgeous set includes 16 luminous shadows and 2 full-size metallic pink brushes for flawless application. The inspiring shades allow you to create an endless array of beautiful eye looks that take you from day to night.

RAPTURE EYE SHADOW & BRUSH KIT INCLUDES:
8 EYE SHADOW DUOS
DEFINER BRUSH #15
SHADOW BRUSH #32

RAPTURE TRAVEL BRUSH SET ($49)


Perfect for beauty on the go, this limited-edition collection features five metallic pink travel sized brushes in a take-along quilted pouch that protects brushes and keeps them clean.

RAPTURE TRAVEL BRUSH KIT INCLUDES:
TRAVEL FACE BRUSH
TRAVEL SHADOW BRUSH
TRAVEL ANGLED BLENDING BRUSH
TRAVEL SMUDGER BRUSH
TRAVEL CONTOUR & LINER BRUSH

MAC Chill Collection

MAC Chill Collection. The Mac Chill Collection will be released in January 2009. I love the name because we all know how cold it can get in January. The collection will feature glittery, sparkle colors. Pearlescent colors and smoky eye hues featuring the Penultimate eye liner. Here's what else you can pick up from the collection.

Lipglasses

• Icescape Sheer pale pink with pink pearlized pigments
• Naked Frost Sheer taupe with silver pearlized pigments
• Frozen Dream Sheer cool mid-tone pink with pearlized pigments
• Snowscene Sheer white with multi colored pearlized pigments

Eyeshadows

• Arctic Grey Frost mid-tone gray (Satin)
• Wintersky Frosted neutral mid-tone pink (Veluxe Pearl)
• Apres-Ski Matte dark brownish gray (Matte)
• Mont Black Sparkly black with pearlized pigments (Velvet)
• Vellum Pale white duochrome with violet shimmer (Frost)

Penultimate Liner (Permanent)

• Rapidblack Rich, intense black

Glitter (PRO

• Reflects Transparent Teal Shimmering white with turquoise (Currently being DCd)
• Reflects Antique Gold Shimmering antique flecked gold

Lashes

• #41 lash

Revlon Custom Creations Review

Revlon Custom Creations Review. Revlon Custom Creations is a new liquid makeup that allows you to adjust between 5 different shades in one bottle. Which is great if you tan easily or switch different complexion shades throughout the year.

What Revlon Says It Does: Innovative bottle offers five shade settings, making it easy to fine-tune your foundation shade for the perfect match. Simply turn the dial to adjust shade from lighter to darker. Lightweight formula blends seamlessly into skin for a naturally flawless look. Available in a range of skin tones from light to deep. SPF 15

What I Say It Does: The whole concept of this product is great. To only have to buy one product a year and it matches all the shades of your skin. I was so excited about this product because there have been so many times where I have purchased a liquid foundation only to get it home and not be my correct shade. It sucks! Anyway I purchased the custom creation shade deep. I first applied it to my arm to see what shade I would be. As I tried them on it seemed none of them were my shade. They were all too light and made me look ashy. I'm a African American women, you guys know that if you read my blog. I'm not even that dark maybe like a medium-dark caramel color or brown skin. I have friends that are darker then me ...The point is that there aren't enough dark shades for this custom creations. By looking at the bottle it would seem that I would be a shade somewhere in the middle but when I applied even the darkest shade it made me look ashy. Maybe it has something to do with the ingredients in the makeup.. I don't know.

I also found this product to be very sticky, which was very weird. It seemed to bunch up on my skin. Overal this product for me is a no go. If anyone else has had a better experience let me know because for me I'm very unhappy with it.

Mac Blot Powder Review

Mac Blot Powder Review. Mac Blot powder is good for the girls that like a matte finish and its an oily girls best friend. Formulated to keep shine at bay all day.

What Mac Says It Does: A unique pressed powder designed primarily to provide shine control without adding any noticeable colour or texture. Sets foundation, finishes faces. For use in professional situations and for frequent touch-ups. Blot Powder contains Mica and Silica to adsorb excess oils and reduce shine on the skin's surface. Can be applied with the puff that comes in the compact or with a powder brush like #129 Powder/Blush Brush. Perfect for touching up Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation throughout the day.

What I Say It Does: Many oily girls love this product but you guys know that I'm always honest about something. If I don't like it I'm going to tell you. Personally I didn't like this product. It didn't break me out or anything like that but after I applied it two hours later I was oily again. If I'm using a product that says it's made for oily girls I expect it to last at least 5 hours without me having to reapply it. I wanted this to work because I've heard such great thing but it just doesn't do it for me. I even tried the loose blot powder thinking that would work better and still shine two hours later. As far as the perfect product for me that keeps shine away is Bare Minerals Minerals Veil, that keep me oily free for at least 6 hours even if its really hot outside.

MAC Metal Urge Collection

MAC Metal Urge Collection. The MAC Metal Urge Collection is one of the most anticipated Mac Collections and will be released November 20, 2008. Which is next week! This is just for you if you're big on eye makeup. We can all expect this collection to be sold out quickly so be sure to get yours as soon as you can. Here's what's in the collection.

Reflects Glitter: - $17.50USD

• Reflects Very Pink - Sparkling fuchsia pink (Pro - Currenly being DC’d)

• Reflects Purple Duo - Sparkling rich purple (Pro)

• Reflects Blackened Red - Sparkling burgundy (Pro)

• Reflects Bronze - Sparkling rich gold (Pro)

Liquidlast Liner: - $16.50USD

• Classic Cream - White gold (Permanent)

• Visionaire - Clean baby pink (LE) (Repromote from Barbie Loves MAC)

• Inky - Navy blue with low level pearl (Permanent)

• Inkspill - Deep green with green pearl (Permanent)

• Powerplum - Deep plum with red pearl (Permanent)

• Dress Khaki- Khaki green with yellow pearl (Permanent)

• Molten Sol - Rich gold with intense metallic pearl (LE) (Repromote from Moonbathe)

Brushes:

• #209 Precise Eye Liner - $17.00USD (Permanent)

• #217 Blending Brush - $22.50USD (Permanent)

• #272 Small Angled Shader - $23.00USD (Permanent)

Neutrogrena Mineral Sheers Liquid Makeup

Neutrogrena Mineral Sheers Liquid Makeup spf 2o. The new Neutrogrena mineral sheers liquid makeup creates s natural flawless look to your makeup. It comes with a brush that gives you a smooth finish. If you've seen the powder version (which is to the left) there is now a liquid that can give you the same effect.
It's light airy and has vitamins that give your skin a healthy looking glow. The sheer liquid makeup goes on seamlessly and blends effortless into your skin.
One of the best thing about this products is that clinical studies have shown that you skins luminosity will increase while the spf 20 protects your skin.
Either way you can't loose so this will be a great product to try as the colder months approach and your skin appears dryer.
Clinical studies have shown 100% of the women using this foundation had a overall improvement in their skin. There are 12 wonderful shades to try so stay tuned
Because I'll definitely be giving a review on the sheer minerals very soon! If you have already tried it be sure to leave a comment on how you liked it.

Revlon Beyond Natural

Revlon Beyond Natural. We've all seen the commercial featuring Jessica Alba endorsing the Revlon Beyond Natural collection. Jessica Alba already has such a flawless complexion.
I mean the girl is gorgeous with or without makeup. The unique feature for the foundation is that its weightless and goes on white to self adjust and match your
natural skin tone. The concept is pretty cool but I'm wondering if it will work. I'm like a medium to dark caramel complexion so if this product can turn from white to
my skin tone then I will give it 5 stars as a perfect match in foundation brands. So for all my beauty readers stay tuned a review and a video should be shortly
on its way as we test the results of this product. By the way if you purchase this product at Walmart you also get a free beyond natural primer as well.

Happy Birthday Sephora , Too Faced Cosmetics Quickie Chronicles

Happy Birthday Sephora , Too Faced Cosmetics Quickie Chronicles. Its Sephora's 10th Anniversary so in honor of their 10th birthday I purchased the Too Faced Cosmetics Quickie Chronicles created exclusively for the event. You can get more products at Sephora! Check out the video of Jasmine and me showing you the palettes and celebrating Sephora's 10th birthday.

Bobbi Brown 2008 Holiday Collection

Bobbi Brown 2008 Holiday Collection. The 2008 holiday collection for Bobbi Brown cosmetics is to die for! I absolutely fell in love immediately when I saw the collection. There are so many different lip palettes and bronzers it is unbelievable. I want to add them all to my stocking stuffer list as we speak! All of the items are limited edition so be sure to get them while you can, because after the holiday they will be gone and you would have missed out on the hottest eye candy of the season. There is something for everyone on your gift list including yourself from “The Frequent Flyer” to “The Multi-Tasker” The good part is that the collection is available right now. So make your list and check it twice ladies to make sure you look your best at all of your holiday parties!


For the Glamour Girl: Eye Palettes

1. Velvet Plum Eye Pallet ($45) - The perfect day-to-night palette with everything you need to create two different eye looks. Includes a dual-ended Mini Eye Shadow with Eye Liner Brush for a professional application. The pallet includes four different shades: bone, naked, metallic plum and espresso.
2. Moon Rock Long-Wear Eye Palette ($55) - This celestial-inspired palette includes two NEW and exclusive Long-Wear Cream Shadows - the warm Gold Drop and the steely Mineral Dust - to impart a pretty shimmer to lids, Long-Wear Gel Eyeliners in Espresso Ink and the NEW, exclusive Black Topaz to beautifully define eyes.
3. Night Sky Long-Wear Eye Palette ($55)-These cool, dramatic hues add instant drama to your eye makeup look. Try highlighting the NEW and exclusive Long-Wear Cream Shadow in Ocean Storm with the NEW and exclusive Rockstar, or wear each shade on its own. Trace your lash line with the classic Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner in Black, or try the NEW, exclusive Thunder Storm, an ever-so-slightly softer alternative to basic Black.



For the Frequent Flyer: Make your lip gloss POP

1. Lip Gloss Trio ($45) - Bobbi's Lip Gloss Trio returns this season - and it is better than ever. Tucked inside a golden copper faux-leather case you will find three beautiful shades of gloss: a medium, golden pink; pale glittering pink; and pink beige with golden shimmer. Each of the shades flatters many complexions, so this set is sure to be a gift-giving favorite.

2. Tube Tints Set ($30) - Good things come in small packages. Our signature Tube Tints Set includes Lip Tint SPF 15 and Shimmer Lip Tint SPF 15 in four shades that flatter all complexions. Sheer formulas give lips a tint of color with subtle shine, and feel lightweight and comfortable.

For the Multi-Tasker: Two in one Palettes

1. Lip & Eye Palette ($60) - Now you can apply your lip and eye make-up in one sitting with this two and one palette. This season it is all about adding a special touch to your look. This limited edition, double-decker palette includes new and exclusive shades of high-shimmer Metallic Eye Shadow and comfortable, longwearing Creamy Lip Color. Comes with a Mini Eye Shadow Brush and Mini Lip Brush with cap.
2. Basic Lip Palette ($45) - Tailor-made for the lipstick and lip-gloss lover. This sleek mirrored palette features a universally flattering combination of high shine glosses and lipsticks. Each of the shades can be worn alone or mixed together for a personalized look.
3. Basic Eye Palette ($45) - The ideal starter set for a makeup novice — and a great travel kit for the makeup lover. This slim palette features four shadows that flatter all complexions: an allover base shade, two shades for the lower lid and crease, and a liner shade. Includes a dual-ended Mini Eye Shadow/Eye Liner Brush for easy application.

Copper Diamond- MY FAV
1. Copper Diamond Shimmer Brick Compact ($40) - Sparkle this season with Bobbi's NEW Copper Diamond Shimmer Brick Compact. Five gorgeous shades — candlelight, gold, copper, beige and sand — work together to give skin a warm golden copper glow. The newly designed compact features a faux-leather inset and a metallic copper finish that is as beautiful to look at as it is to use.
2. Glitter Lip Balm ($19) – the limited edition Glitter Lip Balm is fun, gorgeous and good for lips too. It offers all the benefits of our popular Lip Balm - it is moisturizing and comforting - and is infused with a flattering, light-reflecting mix of pearl and glitter pigments that makes lips glisten. Comes in a convenient mirrored flip top compact.
3. Everything/Lash Glamour Mascara Duo ($28) - A must-have for anyone who loves the look and drama of false lashes. This limited edition, dual-ended mascara features best-selling Everything Mascara to lengthen, thicken, define lashes, and waterproof Lash Glamour Lengthening Mascara to super-lengthen, define, and curl lashes.
The Party Collection

1. Metallic Eye Shadow ($20) - Awarded 'Best Eye Shadow' by "Self" Magazine (2008). Metallic Eye Shadows are now available in a broad range of pastel to bold shades. This high-shimmer, high-pigment formula applies smoothly and evenly and stays crease free for long-lasting wear.

2. Glitter Lip Gloss ($19) - Add a festive touch to your look this season with Bobbi's NEW, limited-edition shades of Glitter Lip Gloss, featured in the Party Collection. Infused with light-reflecting flecks of glitter, this gloss gives lips a high-shine and high shimmer look that is perfect for any party and evening soiree. Take your pick from six fun and luscious shades.

By: jchellem