Review & Swatches: Mally Evercolor Shadow Stick in “Brown”

Mally Evercolor Shadow Stick in Brown

Availability: Mally Beauty Online
Price: $25.00

Company’s Description

Evercolor Shadow Stick is the perfect solution for a quick, long wearing eye that looks incredible all day. It won’t come off until you take it off! You can use it to line and define or create a quick smokey eye. The creamy texture helps to smooth out fine lines. You have complete control with this easy to use stick, so have fun and experiment! Once your beautiful eye look is complete you can be sure it will stay fresh all day long!

Mally’s Evercolor Shadow Sticks come in 17 different colors. This review is for Brown–a medium coffee bean brown with an almost-golden shimmery finish.

You can also read the reviews for Angel Shimmer, Saddle Shimmer, and Plum.


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Marc Jacobs Launches Makeup Line

Limited-edition
Release Date: TBD
Availability: Sephora

According to WWD:

While Marc Jacobs continues to add to his fragrance empire, he has a new beauty project going as well: color cosmetics. Jacobs, who is working with Sephora to do the line, noted that, while it’s in its early days, he’s pleased to delve into the makeup world. “Anything to me that is part of the joy, the ritual, of getting dressed — things that women enjoy like bags, shoes, fragrance, clothes, makeup — that’s what fashion’s about for me,” said Jacobs. “I love the opportunity, wherever there is one, to adorn, to decorate, to scent, to dress. That’s what fashion’s all about. It’s not necessary, it’s something you want — it’s a fancy and a whim. I see makeup, fragrance — everything, really — as an opportunity. The idea of choosing a color for your lip, or an eyeliner — it’s just such a delight. The ritual of waking up and making those choices is something people really enjoy. We currently are working on defining what Marc Jacobs cosmetics will be, what they’ll say, what makes them distinctive. I think that will take some time, but the first meeting was good.” A target launch date has not yet been identified, Jacobs added.

Marc Jacobs will be expanding from fragrances into makeup, partnering with Sephora to bring the line to stores at a to-be-determined date.

I will let you know full details when they are available!


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Review & Swatches: Laura Geller Inkwell Gel Eyeliner in “Purple”

Laura Geller Inkwell Gel Eyeliner in Purple

Availability: Laura Geller Online (available again mid-late April)
Price: $16.50

Company’s Description

Inkwell Waterproof Gel Eyeliner is one of the best, the silkiest and the most long-wearing gel-based liner you’ll ever get your hands on. A special gel silicon resin gives the no-budge, transfer-resistant formula its luxurious feel and crease-free finish. Unlike other gel liners that tend to dry out, Inkwell stays soft, moist and emollient, thanks to a well of skin-loving ingredients: VitaminE, Wheat Germ Oil and Jojoba Oil. You’ll love how easy it is to apply. And, once it sets, you’ll forget it’s even there.

Laura Geller’s newest gel eyeliner is said to be waterproof and comes in Black and Purple. The color Purple–a medium, eggplant purple with shimmers–is reviewed, below.


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NARS & Andy Warhol Collection

Limited-edition
Release Date: October 2012 (U.S.) / November 2012 (International)
Availability: NARS Counters & Online

According to WWD:

Nars Cosmetics is giving Andy Warhol another 15 minutes of fame with a new color cosmetics collection expected this fall. Nars Andy Warhol — created by François Nars under a license with The Andy Warhol Foundation — is intended to evoke the cool, image-rich, character-laden world of Warhol in a limited edition collection said to showcase innovative packaging, formulas and shades. The project, which will be launched in the U.S. in October and elsewhere in November, is said to be the brand’s largest strategic collaboration to date.

NARS will be releasing an Andy Warhol-inspired collection this Fall season. Rumor has it that NARS will also have bold-colored packaging for the collection.

I will let you know full details when they are available!


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Review & Swatches: Benefit Blush in “Hervana”

Benefit Blush in Hervana

Availability: Sephora
Price: $28.00

Company’s Description

This powder in four shades–Lucky Shell, Divine Peach, Heavenly Rose and Berry Delight–blend together perfectly for an orchid-blossom blush with a soft satin finish. Swirl and sweep it on for a heavenly flush of enlightenment.

Benefit’s Hervana blush contains 4 different colors: lucky shell, divine peach, heavenly rose and berry delight. Keep reading for the full review and photos!


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NARS Summer 2012 Collection

Limited-edition
Release Date: April 15, 2012
Availability: NARS Counters & Online

Company’s Description

“I was interested in exploring the interplay of earth tones and shimmers,” creative director François Nars explained. “I think at first glance, the combination of orchid, blue, strawberry red, and seashell pink can sound and appear quite delicate and innocent, but our version of these colors and the way we combine them results in a look that’s more fun and edgy.”

Here is a first look at the items that will be launched in NARS’ upcoming Summer 2012 collection. Photos and product descriptions are below.


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Link Love: Zoya Beach Water Marble

A few days ago, I posted my reviews for Zoya’s Beach & Surf collections (you can also view the video overview here).

The Nail Network took some of the shades from the Beach collection and made this terrifically groovy nail design. Check it out!

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Review: ybf Double Ended Brush Set

ybf Double Ended Brush Set

Availability: ULTA Online
Price: $39.80

Company’s Description

When it comes to creating gorgeous makeup looks, never underestimate the power of good-quality makeup brushes! Every makeup pro knows that brushes are one of the key elements to create a flawless face! This convenient 2-in-1 brush collection contains 4 double ended brushes (that’s eight brushes in total!) in one sleek black carrying case with a mirror inscribed with “Hello Gorgeous”!

YBF’s Double Ended Brush Set includes 4 duo-sided brushes for the eyes and face. See below for a full review and photos of this set.

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Review & Swatches: Illamasqua Human Fundamentalism Powder Eye Shadows

Illamasqua Human Fundamentalism Powder Eye Shadows

Availability: Sephora
Price: $20.00

Company’s Description

Each of these glorious colours makes a statement that is as individual as you are. Highly pigmented, prepare for an intensity that’s not just colour-true but extremely long-lasting. Experiment and be bold.

Illamasqua’s Human Fundamentalism collection will release 4 new shades. This review is for all 4 of the following colors:

  • Burst: Blue Green
  • Pivot: Yellow Green
  • Vernau: Yellow Ochre
  • Obsidian: Rich Black

Vernau and Obsidian are available through Illamasqua’s website.


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Zoya Beach & Surf Collection Video

Check out the video overview of Zoya’s Beach & Surf Collection! The video includes live swatches where I apply each color and my initial thoughts on the formula.

You can also read the written reviews for the Beach Collection here and the Surf Collection here. The reviews include photographs of each color.

Don’t forget to subscribe to Allura’s YouTube channel to stay posted on the latest videos and be eligible for exclusive giveaways.

Enjoy!

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