Category: Makeup

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Get The Look: Rimmel London and Georgia May Jagger

Dedicated to raising awareness, Georgia May Jagger, Coty’s Global Ambassador for the fight against blood cancer and the face of Rimmel London, lent her voice to the cause while showcasing her London style at the Big Love 10th Annual Delete Blood Cancer Gala, celebrating the 25th Anniversary of DKMS, at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. Always the London girl, Georgia made her own rules on the red carpet in a stunning Edward Sexton suit, continuing to set new trends with her exclusive Rimmel London look.

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Georgia’s skin was smooth and mistake proof with help from Rimmel’s Fix & Perfect Pro Primer and Rimmel’s Match Perfection Foundation in Nude.

 

Thanks to Rimmel, Georgia’s eye look had endless possibilities from the start. The result was a unique yet refined black tie look. First,  Rimmel’s Exaggerate Lip Liner in Under My Spell was used to create a smokey maroon on the lid. Then, two coats of Rimmel’s SuperCurler 24 HR Mascara ensured a long lasting curl while her brows completed her eye look with the precision and easy application of Rimmel’s Brow This Way Sculpting Kit in Blonde.

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Georgia’s lips were the focus using Rimmel’s The Only 1 Lipstick in Naughty Nude was no compromise with long-lasting color, comfort, moisture and wear.

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CureDiva – Navigating the Beauty Aisle as a Breast Cancer Fighter

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  1.  Be gentle with your movements and your moisturizers – read the label:
    Use only hypoallergenic products, or those that don’t have harsh ingredients such as acids, emulsifiers, preservatives, fragrances, mineral oils, silicones, dyes or amines. You want happier, more comfortable skin, so scan your products for these ingredients and restock your supplies with organic, chemical-free and sensitive items. CureDiva.com has an entire line of facial natural and organic skin care.
  2.  Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize:
    To prevent dryness and cracked, uncomfortable skin, be sure to moisturize immediately after washing and toweling dry. This means for your body, apply moisturizer after the bath or shower; For your face, apply moisturizer in the morning and at night; For your hands, moisturize after washing many times during the day; For your lips, use a hydrating lip balm throughout the day.

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3.  Acne at our age?  Yes, some chemo treatments can cause acne on the face and scalp. Even if you suffered from acne before, take another look at your old acne ointments. They usually contain salicylic acid, retinol, benzoyl peroxide and other harsh ingredients that further dry and irritate skin. Try more natural solutions like Acne Clarifying Serum by Nurture my Body and a mild, natural soap.

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4.  SPF should become more than just an afterthought:  Although SPF is used in the summer outdoors, it should become a priority when in treatment. Chemo skin is super sensitive, especially to sun exposure which can cause lasting damage even in the winter. Wear sunscreen whenever you go out, and protect your skin with UV-protective clothing (hats, gloves, long sleeves). With skincare and beauty products, choosing an SPF version is best.  While it can be overwhelming to find products that are safe on skin and look and smell great, asking your doctor or a friend who has been through treatment is the best way to receive a referral. Websites like CureDiva.com provide a great amount of information for those going through treatment to get the answers they need.

5.  Fingernail care:  Some chemo drugs can cause finger and toenail damage. They become dry, cracked and may start lifting up. Apply cuticle balm and lots of hand cream. Checking out the label is relevant here. Switch to water-based nail color like CureDiva’s water-based nail polish by Acquarella which is my favorite when I’m dressing up!

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Sally Hansen x PRIV App – Airbrush Legs Makeup

This spring, Sally Hansen® is bringing bare-legged beauty to your fingertips. The brand is teaming up with PRIV, a popular on-demand beauty app that allows users to order their favorite beauty services right to their doors. The partnership will bring the brand’s revolutionary Airbrush Legs® Leg Makeup directly to women in select markets across the country. Beginning in April through August, consumers in New York, NY, Hamptons, NY, Los Angeles, CA and Austin, TX will receive a professional application of Airbrush Legs® Leg Makeup from one of PRIV’s top stylists with any beauty service ordered through the app or on PRIV.com.

The coveted product will be applied right in the consumers’ own homes by an expert makeup artist, who will also teach fans how to use the spring essential with a step-by-step tutorial during application. As an added bonus, fans will also receive a complimentary bottle of Airbrush Legs® Leg Makeup.

One of Sally Hansen’s best-selling products, Airbrush Legs® Leg Makeup is a lightweight leg makeup that leaves legs looking smooth and sexy all day long. The formula infused with Palmaria Extract, helps cover imperfections like veins, freckles or bruises and stimulate microcirculation. This long lasting, fast drying formula is transfer and water resistant. The spray-on formula blends seamlessly into skin for gorgeous and flawless legs. It is available in six natural-looking shades with a luminous finish: Fairest Glow, Light Glow, Beige Glow, Medium Glow, Tan Glow, and Deep Glow and is also available in a Lotion form.SHS3703_ABL_00FRSTGLW_CNnw_1900x1900PRIV is a one-stop destination for every beauty and wellness need. The app brings together services from every aspect of the industry, allowing fans to order their favorite services like blowouts, massages and haircuts directly to them anytime and anywhere in multiple markets across the US and UK.

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WHAT AIRBRUSH LEGS COSTS: $13.99

WHERE TO FIND IT: Drugstores nationwide

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Nordstrom Beauty Trend Week Spring 2016

Grab your best girls and indulge in a week of all things beauty at the Nordstrom Spring 2016 Beauty Trend Events, happening February 28th – June 11th! You’ll get the scoop on the newest trends and products, insider Eps and tricks, skincare and fragrance consultaEons, free samples and exclusive giHs with purchase (while supply lasts). Save your spots now for the store’s exciting events, master classes and facial services: http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/springLbeautyLevents

About Beauty Trend Event Week: Join Nordstrom Beauty for oneLonLone Eme with savvy beauty experts. They will share the latest fall beauty Eps and tricks while you’re pampered with a free makeup or skincare consultaEon. AHerwards, get access to FREE deluxe samples and exclusive giHs with purchase (while supply lasts). Admission is free — so don’t miss it! *This season enjoy the perk of scheduling appointments throughout the entire week!

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About Beauty Trend Event Show: Here, you’ll watch top industry insiders reveal fall’s best beauty trends during a highLenergy runway show hosted the Saturday ending the Beauty Trend Event Week. Then, get complimentary makeup, skincare and fragrance consultaEons full of DIY Eps and tricks. Plus, score an exclusive (and free!) Nordstrom tote bag – just for a%ending! Tickets at $20 and redeemable toward your beauty purchase day of the event. The show starts around 8am, so don’t miss out!

Follow Nordstrom Beauty: Twitterer: @Nordstrom Instagram: @Nordstrom Facebook: facebook.com/nordstrom Pinterest: pinterest.com/nordstrom Blog: blogs.nordstrom.com/beauty #Nordstrom

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Michelle Obama and The Verge Feature

If you missed this photo of Michelle Obama posing for The Verge, don’t worry we have the update right here!

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FLOTUS looked amazing wearing a classic button-down shirt and belted slacks, accented with zippers.

To accentuate this photo, the editor also placed Michelle in front of a tangerine background.  It’s safe to conclude that our first lady’s fashionable, hip, and definitely in charge!

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Spring Break Beauty Survival Kit

Spring Break plans right around the corner? Pack up your bags and get ready to head out with the ultimate beauty survival kit! We’ve got you covered from head to toe (and everything in between) with the warm weather essentials you need for skin that’s soft, smooth and glowing all vacation long.

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1) KORRES Yoghurt Nourishing Fluid Veil Face Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30: Have fun in the sun with this ultra-sheer yet nourishing fluid that provides daily broad-spectrum UV coverage while wearing beautifully under makeup. This ultra-lightweight fluid instantly disappears into skin providing broad-spectrum UV protection and deep nourishment. Yogurt, rich in skin-repairing proteins, helps keep skin nourished and protected from the sun’s harmful rays while a blend of rice and camapu extract offers deep hydration and calming properties to soothe skin during sun exposure. Provitamin B5 helps reduce inflammation and supports natural cell regeneration while jojoba oil seals in moisture—leaving skin soft and smooth. ($35; Sephora.com)

2) Lavanila Laboratories The Healthy Roller-Ball Fragrance Collection: Travel Friendly. Purse Friendly. Skin Friendly. This is the perfect for fragrance on the go. Their collection of all-natural fragrances is luxurious and addictive. Each fragrance starts with a warm base of Madagascar vanilla and layers on a unique blend of pure essential oils for an exquisite expression of nature that capture a mood, a memory or a moment in time. Hailed as the World’s First Healthy Fragrance, organic sugar cane alcohol is infused with skin saving antioxidants for a modern twist on the classic art of perfumery. ($19; Lavanila.com)

3) PediSpa by Look Beauty Gentle Exfoliating Foot Mask: Show off sandal ready feet thanks to this non-traditional masque that contains a foot exfoliate plus treatment filled in a pair of wearable socks. Key ingredients like chamomile and natural botanical fruit extracts help control callus build-up for visibly smooth feet within two weeks. ($9.99 for one complete pair; Exclusively at Target Stores in the Foot Care Aisle and Target.com)

4) Bioré Baking Soda Pore Cleanser: Wash you face day and night for a complexion that glows all vacation long with this daily liquid cleanser that gives you a deep exfoliating clean without being rough on dry spots. Ideal for combination skin, this oil-free formula contains cleansing ingredients that excavate grime and oil from pores. At the same time, the formula gently smooths away dead cells. You end up with skin that’s fresh, silky-soft and luminous. ($7.99; Drug and mass merchants)

5) Ban Roll-On Deodorant: Don’t worry about embarrassing sweat while you’re in the sun! Traditional antiperspirant/deodorants merely mask odors and reduce odor-causing sweat in general, while Ban’s breakthrough technology specifically targets and virtually eliminates odor that other antiperspirant/deodorants may leave behind. Ban Roll-On Deodorant glides on easily with a formula that provides an outstanding 24 hours of invisible protection against odor wetness. ($4.99, Drug and Mass Retailers)

6) Curél Itch Defense Instant Soothing Moisturizing Spray: Instantly relieve dry, irritated skin with this non-medicated, moisturizing spray with cooling hydration. Uniquely soothing, this formula delivers a mix of light yet potent hydrators — including a proprietary ceramide complex, allantoin and panthenol — to ease parched, itchy skin right where you need it. The Proprietary Cooling Complex feels soothing like a cold compress, lending you instant relief. ($8.99; Drug and mass merchants)

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Sally Hansen at Stella McCartney – Paris Fashion Week

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WINTER 2016 FASHION SHOW

Sally Hansen, the exclusive nail sponsor of Stella McCartney Collections in 2016, added the finishing touch to the Stella McCartney Winter 2016 Fashion show with a flawless and always on trend nude nail look. S Adding to the elegant and polished silhouettes, Sally Hansen’s Global Color Ambassador Madeline Poole elevated the natural nail look by using a warm beige tinted shade giving nails a deeper nude undertone perfect for the runway.

Madeline Poole used two coats of Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in “Au Nature-al”, a fresh clean shade that reveals unexpected added coverage while still maintaining the neutral aesthetic. The warm shade matches precisely with skin tone and delivers the perfect amount of color for a flawless finish.

“This season we wanted to celebrate the signature Stella look. Luxurious and effortless, sensual with a sense of humour and a tomboy side” – says Stella McCartney
“This year at Stella McCartney we are using a very classic shade. “Au Nature-al” is an amazing shade from Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in a sheer mid tone beige. With built in base and top coat the models are getting a quick and thorough high shine manicure that’s perfect for every day, every scenario, and every outfit change”– says Madeline Poole, Sally Hansen Global Color Ambassador

THE SHADE

Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in Au Nature-al

Sally Hansen’s award-winning Complete Salon Manicure collection infuses trend-setting shades with an expert quality formula to deliver salon-caliber results. Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure delivers seven salon manicure steps in one bottle. Chip resistant strength joins gel-quality shine. Must-have color meets nourishing benefits. Plus, a built-in base and top coat, it’s everything you need to achieve a professional manicure at home.

THE STELLA MCCARTNEY WINTER 2016 COLLECTION

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Celebrating signature Stella. Luxurious and effortless. Sensual with a sense of humour and a tomboy side.Urban puffa jackets in imposing dimensions with feather free wadding. Mock turtlenecks and fluid knits with ruffle detailing in shades of bright pink, scarlet, caramel, and black. Cropped ‘Skin Free Skin’ bomber jackets and quilted black shorts.Denim adopts a sporty mood in a bold tie-dye finish and elasticated cords looping through dresses.

A swan print motif glides effortlessly on loose jacquard pieces and silk garments. Contrast fringing on pyjama legs, shorts and shirts introduces a fuzzy and playful feeling.Softly structured silhouettes in speckled grey and black tweeds play on volume with high waisted trousers and tops buttoning at the cuff. Nipped waists and handcrafted detailing create a sense of form and fabrication with an elegantly unpolished and light-hearted attitude. Raw edges and visible topstitching toughen up outerwear. Felted and fluid flecked knitwear wraps around the body.Tailoring plays with suspended sheer tulle with velvet tuxedo jackets seemingly floating off the shoulders.Delicate lace cocktail dresses are fully foiled with sunken Swiss lace collars and kilt-like pleating. A sense of romance is heightened in plush tones of rose, forest green, teal, pastel yellow and peach combined with silver, gold and copper metallics. Shoes are minimal with a sporty sensibility in velvet, denim and eco alter nappa finishes. Pointed-toe styles, mules and pumps have a triangular wedge, while sustainably made flats have zip detailing on the front. Bags are hand-held with a cartridge pleated carry-all and smooth rounded metal handle and furry balls or with a marble finish and gold edging. Enamel jewellery in crescent, cylindrical and artistic shapes that hang from ears and necks on curves of precious metals.

THE MANICURIST
Sally Hansen Global Color Ambassador Madeline Poole is a nail expert working in New York and LA. Trained as a painter, Madeline worked odd jobs like vintage poster restoration as an art student in Baltimore. Her unique talent in crafting innovative designs, emphasis on skin care and attention to the hand as a whole makes her one of the most sought after names in the beauty industry. As part of the collaboration with Sally Hansen, Madeline helps setting the artistic direction for a new generation of modern nail looks and collections with her fashion-forward vision on a worldwide basis.

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LALA ANTHONY, NATURI NAUGHTON, AND LELA LOREN – THE BEAUTY OF POWER EVENT

LALA ANTHONY, NATURI NAUGHTON, AND LELA LOREN LOOK STUNNING AT THE “BEAUTY OF POWER” EVENT
PRESENTED BY STARZ AT THE CROSBY HOTEL

On Friday, the cast of STARZ’s #1 show “Power” came together to discuss everything beauty related

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LaLa Anthony

Dress: Rachel Zoe
Shoes: Christina Louboutin

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Naturi Naughton

Dress: Tiger of Sweden
Shoes: Tamar Collection

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Lela Loren

Dress: Tory Burch

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From L to R: Naturi Naughton, Lela Loren, LaLa Anthony

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From L to R: LaLa Anthony, Naturi Naughton, Omari Hardwick, Lela Loren

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LOreal Paris Makeup Case – Infallible Pro Collection and Tips

LOreal Paris is a premiere cosmetics brand.  To my surprise (and excitement) I received a package in the mail.  I opened the box and there was a huge makeup case.  Enclosed was a card that read, “LOreal Paris is thrilled to share our latest cosmetics launches with you.  From contour palettes to matte glosses and brow essentials, each new product combines fashion-forward makeup trends, encouraging every woman to be her own makeup artist.”

Every item in the box was gorgeous and showcased the new Infallible Collection. Timeless beauty is the theme of this product line and I could not agree more!  The Infallible Collection is suggested to give customers a longer-wear with high-intensity colors.  What does that mean?  The pigmentation in this particular product line’s extremely rich (true to color) with a velvety, matte finish.

Also, how many times have we applied foundation only to appear “unpolished” after a few hours?   LOreal wants to keep us beautiful all day and night with a liquid foundation (and press powder) that matches our skin tone.  The Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation is light-weight with a demi-matte finish.

 

 

I have very small eyes and constantly seeking techniques to accent my lids.  Also, there’s a little secret, I actually wear contact lenses.  Due to this knowledge alone, I like to wear eyeshadow, mascara, and eyeliner for an attractive look.  LOreal Paris included (in this makeup case) the Voluminous Superstar Red Carpet Mascara, Infallible Matte-Matic Liner, Infallible Black Velvet Liner, and Colour Riche Eyeshadow.

 

  • Tip:  Avoid eyeshadow flaking by applying with a brush!

 

Aside from seeking new eye techniques, I have a tendency to obsess over my eyebrows because they frame the face.  Thankfully, LOreal included the Brow Stylist Prep & Shape Pro-Kit along with the Stylist Definer.  I am not a fan of over plucking eyebrows but a nice grooming can do wonders for the bone structure!

Lastly, it’s no secret that I’m a lipgloss lover and fill my makeup bag with various shades.  LOreal shared the new Infallible Pro-Matte Gloss (available in ten amazing shades.)  I recently learned that having a matte lipgloss is the latest trend.  The idea is to convey a velvet-matte finish on your lips for an “Old Hollywood” appearance.  This lipgloss is priced at $9.99 which is a good deal considering the higher-end cosmetics brands.

Visit your local drugstore (or Target) to pick up items from The Infallible Pro Collection!

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