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Michael Kors Launches Makeup Line

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Allura

Designer Michael Kors will be launching his own makeup line, which will be divided into three (3) collections: Sporty, Sexy, and Glam. Each collection will include two shades of Lip Lacquer ($24.00 each), two Lip Luster lip glosses ($24.00 each) and two shades of nail polish ($18.00 each). The Sporty range consists of nudes and taupes, the Sexy range features vibrant reds, and the Glam collection consists of plums and violets.

The line will also include three Bronzing Powders ($50.00 each), a Bronze Powder Brush ($45.00), and a number of sun and body products.

The line will be sold exclusively at Macy’s. Keep reading for more images of the upcoming makeup line! Continue reading →

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Vintage Pin-Up Makeup Tutorial

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Allura

Here is a video tutorial for a 40′s-inspired pin-up look.

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Enjoy! Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Revlon Nearly Naked Makeup Foundation in 150 Nude

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Allura

Revlon’s newest Nearly Naked Makeup is a foundation that is marketed as being light and natural-looking while still giving you coverage. It is available in over two (2) dozen shades. The shade I tested and the one depicted in this review is 150 Nude. Continue reading →

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Globetrotting: International Makeup Brands

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Allura

Here is the beginning of a new series that features international makeup brands. I’ll start with the brands I tried out from Germany, but I’m hoping to expand to other countries, too.

If there is a particular international brand you’re interested in seeing, let me know in the comments, below. I know a lot of you would like to see Asian brands, but feel free to request anything you want. I’m not promising I’ll be able to get my hands on them, but I’ll try! Continue reading →

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Skin Talk: Irritating Ingredients

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Allura

I often urge readers to avoid irritating ingredients found in a lot of skincare products and makeup. The most frequent and worst offenders are alcohol and fragrances.

Here is a more comprehensive list, from Paula Begoun (aka “the Cosmetic Cop”), that you can use to avoid products that will irritate and damage your skin. Continue reading →

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Marc Jacobs Launches Makeup Line

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Allura

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! Continue reading →

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CK One Launches New Cosmetic Line

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Allura

Some of you may remember Calvin Klein makeup being sold at Sephora. The company appears to be re-entering the makeup market with CK One Color–its new cosmetics line. The line will include over 130 products that will be available in limited range starting April 2012 and will fully launch in September 2012.

See below for more photos of the upcoming line! Continue reading →

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Salma Hayek Launches Nuance Beauty Line

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Allura

Salma Hayek’s new beauty line “Nuance” will launch in 7,000 CVS drugstores across the country in August. Continue reading →

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Chanel Summer 2011 Collection “Le Fleurs D’Ete de Chanel”

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Allura

Release date: May 2011 Availability: Chanel counters and chanel.com Here is a sneak peak at Chanel’s upcoming Summer 2011 collection items. The collection has Summer-perfect corals and pinks, in addition to not-so-typical greens.

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H&M Spring 2011 Makeup Collection

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Allura

Release date: Spring 2011 Price: Varies Availability: H&M stores Company’s Description When it comes to make-up, new colours are such an easy way to get a whole new look. Vivid nail polish, shimmering lip gloss and bright eye-shadow hues bring … Continue reading →

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