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Summer Protection with MDSolarSciences Mineral Creme SPF 50

No summer beauty routine is complete without the incorporation of a great sunscreen.  Which for me means one with at least an SPF of 30, one that isn't greasy feeling and oily looking and one that does not leave my skin looking chalky.  And I've found my perfect sunscreen Read more

Golden Summer Skin L'Occitane En Provence Pivoine Flora Shimmering Oil

Memorial Day weekend is upon us which also means that short shorts season, otherwise known as summer to some, is upon us and that means  glowing, radiant skin is a must.  Especially if like me, you basically live in shorts all summer long and will find a way to Read more

First Step To Getting Summer Ready Gigi and clean+ easy Wax Kit

Memorial Day Weekend is officially upon us, which means that the kickoff to summer has officially begun.  For me this has meant a frantic dash to get myself ready for bikinis, sun, short shorts, sandals and the heat and humidity that comes with summer.  My first step towards getting myself "summerified" Read more

Laura Geller Signature Superstars Collection Giveaway

Bigger IS better when it comes to Laura Geller Beauty! The Signature Superstars SUPERSIZED collection features the best in Baked, plus the award-winning Spackle® Under Make-Up Primer—all enclosed in a beautiful, limited edition gift box.You’ll love the skin-pampering ingredients of these Signature Superstars that deliver big, beautiful results. Laura Geller Read more

DIY Spa Tips From Turnberry Isle Miami

Wishing for a spa getaway? To feel royally pampered in preparation for the summer months, therapists at the legendary Turnberry Isle Miami and its Forbes-rated Four Star Spa & Fitness Center suggest these at-home treatments using natural ingredients for those times when you can't make it into the spa: Mommy-to-Be Read more
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Be Runway Ready with NARS’ Fashion Forward Set

Not all of us can experience the magic of New York Fashion Week first-hand, but think of it this way. While others are waiting in line, throwing elbows to maneuver through crowds, and schmoozing countless stylistas in the hope of a seat upgrade, you can experience the excitement without all the chaos from the comfort of your own home (or office, if you’re being naughty and off-tasking during the workday). Okay, so maybe the NYFW experience from your laptop doesn’t have quite the same appeal, but that shouldn’t hold you back from becoming inspired by some of the hottest runway beauty looks!  Read more
Posted on February 24, 2011 by Shannon Nelson in Beauty Trends, Makeup Leave a comment

Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti Fresh Faced Makeup for AW11

Lead make up artist at Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti, Lucia Pieroni for MAC went to Goldie Hawn in the 60′s for her inspiration.  The look was a very fresh face.  Glowing fresh skin, a soft pale pink metallic lipstick and “loads of mascara”…but  not so much that it looked clumpy.  It was more of a nod to the 60′s without being completely 60′s.

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Posted on February 24, 2011 by Gail Lewis in Fashion Week Beauty, Makeup Leave a comment

Alice + Olivia Punk Makeup & Hair for AW11

The make up look at Alice & Olivia was all about the punky eye.  According to lead makeup artist , Polly Osmond for M.A.C, there was no specific reference for the look, it was just the “street version of the punky eye.” To achieve the look; Fluidline in Blacktrack was used on the lids to create a thicker/rounder line around the eyes, the brows were penciled in, Haute & Naughty Lash Mascara on the top lashes, a bit of highlighter on the cheeks and Runway Lipstick on the lips.  A lot of edginess on the eyes and a very glamorous lip.  Read more
Posted on February 24, 2011 by Gail Lewis in Fashion Week Beauty, Hair Care, Makeup Leave a comment

Tommy Hilfiger’s Fresh Makeup Look for AW11

Fresh, luminous, gorgeous skin was on display at Tommy Hilfiger.  Moisturizer with concealer as needed was applied to the skin, as well as Blot Pressed Powder to the t-zone for a matte finish.  “The Perfect Cheek” Blush was applied to the apples of the cheek.  Groundwork Paint Pot was applied to the lids, crease and under the eye,  a copper gloss was applied  on top of that and Clear Lipglass layered on top of that.  Lip Conditioner was  applied to the lips to complete the look, which was very “All American”…exactly what Tommy Hilfiger exemplifies.  Read more
Posted on February 23, 2011 by Gail Lewis in Fashion Week Beauty, Makeup Leave a comment

Strong Eyes and Pale Lips at ADAM AW11

Lead makeup artist at ADAM, Romy for MAC Cosmetics took the attention to the eyes.  Black creme liner (a full, thick line) was applied to the lids in a winged shape along with two coats of Haute & Naughty Lash Mascara to the upper lashes only.  Face And Body Foundation as well as concealer was applied to the face as needed, on the cheeks Posey and Laid Back Blush Cream were mixed and applied to the apples and the lips were left very subdued with just lip conditioner applied using the fingertips.  Read more
Posted on February 22, 2011 by Gail Lewis in Fashion Week Beauty, Makeup Leave a comment

Suno Got Out of Africa for AW11

Meryl Streep in Out of Africa was the inspiration referenced by lead make up artist for MAC Cosmetics Carole Colombani at Suno.  The look was feminine and soft as well as graphic and modern.  The same palette was used for the lips and cheeks, Haute & Naughty Lash mascara was applied just to the upper lashes, a beige/moleskin shadow on the eyes, Teddy eyeliner (which is an eye kohl) on the lid,  a brush dipped in water first then dipped in color on the lower lash line for a softer look and the skin was kept very natural with just moisturizer and concealer where needed.

I absolutely loved this look, it was clean, fresh, feminine and seemed to be the most wearable…on an everyday “I wish I had something to dress up for at least twice a week but that lifestyle keeps alluding me” basis.

~Gail

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Gail Lewis in Fashion Week Beauty, Makeup Leave a comment

Tinsel Town Glamour at Imitation AW11

Malcolm McLarens’ 1984 single Madame Butterfly inspired the look at Imitation. The look exuded both sensuality and sexuality; it was all about the eyes and lips.  In the words of lead makeup artist Nadine Luke for MAC Cosmetics, you “would want to look like that.”

To create the eyes, Feline eye pencil was blended on the lid (and applied to the lower lash line) with Legendary Black Pro Longwear Eye Shadow on top, Black Fix Studio Fix Lash mascara was applied to both upper and lower lashes and a shine gloss (to emulate the look of the girls in the steam room in the video) finished off the look.  On the lips Vino Lip Pencil was blended as a stain on the lips, then Media Lipstick was applied on top of the stain. Prep+Prime  Skin, Studio Sculpt Foundation, Prep+Prime Transparent Finishing Powder and a very minimal application of Well Dressed Blush.  Read more

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Gail Lewis in Beauty Trends, Fashion Week Beauty, Makeup Leave a comment

Metallic Pigment Shadows Can Be Surprisingly Versatile!

Despite my instant infatuation with anything sparkly, shiny and/or metallic, I am sensible enough to realize that ultra-shimmery makeup isn’t exactly appropriate for any given situation. Sure, sometimes I choose not to care and blatantly ignore the unspoken beauty rules, but for the most part I realize that there’s a time and a place to let my inner Ke$ha out in public. But just high-impact glitter may not be appropriate for more professional situations doesn’t mean you need to stick to strictly matte shades. You can still embrace your love of shiny finishes and stay sophisticated by day, and go glitz and glam by night — even with the same product!  Read more
Posted on February 20, 2011 by Shannon Nelson in Makeup 1 Comment

Get Your Valentine’s Day Glow with the Stila Make Me Blush Palette

Whether you love or hate Valentine’s Day (personally my attitude towards the holiday tends to fluctuate depending on how disastrous my romantic situation is at the time), there’s something about the theme of romance that’s hard not to get seduced by, especially as a pro shopper. After all, for a compulsive beauty collector, it’s hard to be down on the dumps or feel sorry for your single self when Valentine’s Day makes the makeup world come alive!  Read more
Posted on February 6, 2011 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, blush, Makeup Leave a comment

Urban Decay Celebrates 15 Years with a 24/7 Glide-On Pencil Set

Okay, okay. So maybe I don’t need 15 new eyeliner pencils (especially after I just bought Sephora’s Hello Kitty eyeliner kit, which I didn’t technically need either). But since I’m such a big fan of funky-yet-sometimes-practical Urban Decay, how can I resist a beauty splurge in honor of their 15-year anniversary?

Yup, Urban Decay is 15 this year, and the 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil Set is just the first of four anniversary-themed products that will be released in celebration over the course of 2011! My inner kindergardener (and my childhood love for shiny new art supplies like colored pencils in every shadow of the rainbow) was already obsessed when Make Up For Ever released a similar set with their Aqua Eyes pencils a couple years back, but since that one was a bit pricier — and let’s face it, even I wouldn’t use 3 different shades of bright orange eyeliner — I didn’t make the purchase.   Read more

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, Beauty Discount, eyeliner, Makeup Leave a comment
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