Monthly Archives: January 2011

MAC Tough Love Collection

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Allura

Release date: Currently available Availability: maccosmetics.com Company’s Description Pucker up this Valentine’s Day with a collection of tough and tender shades for lips celebrating dark hearts & scintillating secrets certain to bring out all your devious desires. Here is MAC’s … Continue reading →

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Orly Spring 2011 Collection “Precious”

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Allura

Limited-edition Release date: March 2011 Availability: orlybeauty.com, Ulta, ulta.com Company’s Description For centuries, people around the globe have been enamored with lush fabrics, rare stones and extravagant finishes. ORLY celebrates the refined glamour of porcelain, the vibrant sheen of silk, … Continue reading →

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Chantecaille Spring 2011 Collection

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Allura

Limited-edition Release date: Spring 2011 Availability: chantecaille.com & select counters Chantecaille’s Spring 2011 collection is inspired by sea turtles, which will be featured as raised designs on a limited-edition eyeshadow quad. When you purchase this palette, 5% of the proceeds … Continue reading →

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Laura Mercier Spring 2011 Collection “Silk Road”

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Allura

Limited-edition Release date: Currently available Availability: Sephora, sephora.com, lauramercier.com Company’s Description Inspired by the precious jewels and raw silks that once traveled the Silk Road, this collection features rich, shimmering shades of violet, neutrals and gold for eyes, and roses … Continue reading →

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Shiseido Spring/Summer 2011 Collection

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Allura

Limited-edition Release date: Currently available Availability: Nordstrom & nordstrom.com Shiseido’s Spring 2011 collection will come with a new lipstick line called Shimmering Rouge lipsticks, 3 new Luminizing Satin Eye Color Trio colors, and the Perfect Refining Foundation. Shiseido’s Summer 2011 … Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: CoverGirl Lip Perfection Lipsticks

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Allura

CoverGirl Lip Perfection Lipsticks in Sultry, Kiss, Spellbound, Embrace, Darling, Fairytale Price: $6-7 Availability: Target, WalMart, Ulta, Drugstores Size: 3.5 g / .12 oz. Company’s Description Bright, gorgeous color that can transform your day and your lips. Enriched with Silk … Continue reading →

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Smashbox Spring 2011 Collection “In Bloom”

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Allura

Limited-edition Release date: Currently available Availability: smashbox.com, Sephora, Ulta, Nordstrom, Beauty.com, select Macy’s Company’s Description A gorgeous collection of soft, wearable shades for easy, feminine spring style. Say goodbye to bold cold-weather looks and usher in spring with the fresh, … Continue reading →

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Make Up For Ever Spring 2011 Collection “Tres Vichy”

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Allura

Limited-edition Release date: Feb. 10, 2011 Availability: exclusively at Sephora & sephora.com MUFE has come out with a cute and girly collection for Spring 2011. The collection is inspired by former French model Brigitte Bardot.

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Skin Talk: Skin’s #1 Protector Against Aging

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Allura

We are surrounded by products that claim to stop, stall, or reverse aging–wrinkle-busting face creams, face-lifting serums, youth-activating ingredients… The truth is, there are only a select few chemicals that have proven effects on your skin and that reduce signs … Continue reading →

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Paul & Joe Spring 2011 Collection “Parasol”

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Allura

Limited-edition Release date: Jan. 1, 2011 (eye color quads, cosmetic pouch, lipsticks); Feb. 1, 2011 (eye color duos & nail polish) Availability: beautyhabit.com This collection was inspired by Monet’s “Woman with a Parasol” and includes 3 lipsticks, 3 eye shadow … Continue reading →

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