New Collection: MAC - Solar Field/ Friday Fix

Alternate sun power. Glamour beams across the universe via new Solar Bits: free-formed clusters of rich pigment and pearl. Its full-volt complement: skin made provocatively golden through Bronzing Powder in Solar Riche and Refined Golden.

-Solar Bits ($19.50)- Highly condensed clusters of pigment and pearl uniquely formulated to give a special hit of frost and colour on eyes and cheeks. The pigment’s special clustering formula provides the choice of two application modes. Swish the brush over the top of the clusters for a sheer shimmer or crush them for more intense colour effect and sparkle.
-Sunpower- Light metallic tan with gold pearl
-Black Ore- Rich black with gold pearl
-Bronzescape- Clean yellow brown with gold pearl
-Scatterays- Soft metallic peach with gold pearl

-Solar Field Bronzing Powder ($20)- A lightly frosted tinted powder that provides sheer natural bronzing effects and highlights. Ideal for enhancing a skin tone or accenting or strengthening a tan. Skin conditioning, long-wearing and formulated to provide a smooth, even application on all skin types. Comes in the signature neon orange casing of the Neo Sci-Fi collection. Limited edition.
-Refined Golden- Finely spun golden with soft pearl finish
-Solar Riche- Mid-tone deep orange brown

-168 Large Angled Contour Brush ($32)- For expert application of cheek contour. This brush is a large angled contour - the fibers form a buffed edge and are soft and firmly bundled. M·A·C professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. They feature birch, linden and ramin wood handles, nickel-plated brass ferrules.

-239 Eye Shading Brush ($24.50)- Soft and dense to shade or blend eye shadow or emollient-based products. This brush has a tapered, rounded edge with smooth, firm, fine fibers. It can be used to build intense colour on the eyelid. M·A·C professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. They feature birch, linden and ramin wood handles, nickel-plated brass ferrules.

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New Collection: MAC - Neo Sci-Fi

Spinning glamour into another orbit: our magnetic field of hot fluorescents, modern buffs, beiges and flesh tones are destined to test the laws of your style gravity. With these supersonic shades and neon orange compacts, go shock the galaxy!



-Neo Sci-Fi: Lipstick ($14)- A limited-edition shade of Lipstick featuring the signature neon orange and hi-shine black casing of the Neo Sci-Fi collection.
-Sci-Fi-Delity- Burnt red with gold pearl (frost)
-Pleasureseeker- Creamy peach (glaze)
-Astral- Mid-tone brown with red pearl (lustre)
-Electro- Bright orange (lustre)
-Sunsonic- White gold (frost)

-Neo Sci-Fi: Tinted Lipglass ($14)- A limited-edition shade of Lipglass featuring the brilliant neon orange cap of the Neo Sci-Fi collection.
-Supreme- Bronzed Brown with white pearl (frost)
-Naked Space- Creamy midtone nude peach (frost)
-Pink Grapefruit- Orange with gold pearl (frost)
-Soft & Slow- Midtone creamy plum (frost)

-Neo Sci-Fi: Eye Shadow ($14)- A limited-edition shade of Eye Shadow packaged in the shiny neon orange and hi-shine black compact of the Neo Sci-Fi collection.
-Magnetic Fields- Black brown with silver pearl (veluxe pearl)
-Femme-Fi- Frosty golden cream (veluxe pearl)
-Evening Aura- Frosty golden peach (veluxe pearl)
-Time & Space- Frosty copper (frost)
-Expensive Pink- Pink with gold duochrome (veluxe pearl)

-Plush Lash ($11)- A mascara formulated to instantly plump up lashes for extreme voluptuous effect. Works fast. Builds volume smoothly and evenly from root to tip. Delivers a silky, flexible, full fan of lashes. Fluid formula lightly coats lashes one layer at a time without smearing, smudging or clumping. Goes on via an innovative, specially patented wand with a v-shaped groove that prunes the bristles on one side while leaving the other side full and lush. The short bristles coax the lashes upward to an extraordinarily sophisticated yet flirtatious curl, while the other side separates and combs the lashes root-to-tip creating a long, well-defined glamour lash. Volumizing, lengthening, curling, lifting. This mascara features everything you want, with all the top mascara no’s: no clumping, spiking, smudging or flaking.

-Neo Sci-Fi: Powder Blush ($17.50)- A limited-edition shade of Sheertone Shimmer Blush packaged in the shiny neon orange and black compact of the Neo Sci-Fi collection.
-Spaced Out- Shimmery peach
-X-Rocks- Shimmery dirty mauve

-Cremestick Liner ($14)- A creamy, highly pigmented, retractable lip liner. Lightweight and smooth to apply: very long-lasting. Use as outline or as a “fill.” Helps prevent feathering and bleeding. Use with any M·A·C lipstick or gloss.
-80%- Deep deep cocoa
-Beurre- Dirtied plum
-Summerfruit- Pale coral

-Nail Lacquer ($10)- Revolutionary new high gloss formula. Three long-wearing finishes - Cream, Sheer, and Frosted. Visibly different. Provides no-streak/no-chip finish. Contains conditioners and UV protection. Go hi-lacquer!
-Metalist- Neutral coppertone with white pearl (frost)
-Plasma Blu- Turquoise blue with mathematic white pearl (frost)
-Neon 8- Bright orange with matching pearl (frost)
-Phosphor- Bumble bee yellow (frost)

New Collection: MAC - Future Earth

Lava-licious! The power of Volcanic Ash brought into one dynamic all-black element, Volcanic Ash Exfoliator. Mineral-rich. Cleanses, exfoliates, makes skin look radiant. Its glowing compliment: new Prep + Prime Microfine Lip Refinisher.

-Charged Water/Revitalizing Energy ($19) - Charged water, fused with vital ions from a diamond and instilled with a spirit-lifting therapeutic aroma, then delivered to the skin in the soothing aura of a revitalizing hydrating mist. Like its source – a diamond – on application it makes the skin feel clear, sparkling, pure and energized. Its aroma, a blend of green tea and citrus.

-Volcanic Ash Exfoliator ($19) - A highly effective, dual-purpose, foaming and exfoliating scrub blending natural Volcanic Ash with fine sugar crystals from the islands of Vanuatu. Adds moisture: leaves skin feeling soft and comfortably clean. Mineral-rich. Good for absorbing skin’s natural oils. May be used on any part of face or body. Rinses off with warm water.

-Prep + Prime Microfine Lip Refinisher ($14.50) - A two-in-one lip-conditioning and exfoliating stick. On one side, a botanically-derived natural exfoliator, on the other a lip conditioner that moisturizes, nourishes, and soothes the lips. Use to smooth and prep the lips prior to lip colour. Streamlined application: applies flat-on. Features M·A·C’s signature vanilla flavour.

New from Korres

Korres Watermelon Lightweight Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 ($28, only at Sephora)- Gives a radiant, tanned look with the added benefit of broad-spectrum sun protection. Oil-free with a fresh and smooth texture. Offers a uniform color with medium coverage. Available in 1 Light Sand, 2 Medium Honey and 3 Dark Tan.

Korres Mediterranean Sun Color Collection Kit ($62 value, for $35, only at Sephora, limited edition)- Brush on a sexy bronzing powder, slick lips with a fuchsia gloss and glide on an eye-defining mascara for a summer beauty look that won't quit. Set includes a Illuminating Bronzing Powder, a Deep Colour Mascara in Black and a Cherry Full Colour Lip Gloss in Fuchsia in a reusable makeup bag.

Korres Monoi Oil Bronzing Powder ($28)- A velvety, tinted-bronze powder that nourishes skin while providing a natural glow. Available in 1 Sunglow Light and 2 Sunglow Warm.

Weekend Beauty Read

Raging Rouge gets tips and tricks for Spring makeup application from stylist Jenny Smith of NARS Cosmetics.

Need a new hair brush? Cybelesays is loving the new paddle one from Metropolis.

Makeup Moxie reviews Tarte 4 Day Stay Lash Stain mascara.

The Daily Cookie gives you a step-by-step tutorial on how to get Madonna's Hard Candy album cover look with the help of Shu Uemura makeup artist Nicky Posley.

A Touch of Blusher gets the "false-eyelash treatment" from YSL.

Beauty Anonymous is very tempted by the Hair Spray from Anna Sui!

Kitiya from Mischo Beauty discusses hair texture in her “Mischo Beauty School: Hair Texture 101” post!

Want to win a whopping $824 in products? Then head to The Beauty of Life immediately for a supremely fantastic giveaway!

Joy from Makeup Junkie shares Prom beauty trends and tips!

The Muse checks up on jolly old England and brings you the latest news of Eyeko's Summer Collection 2008!

Beauty Banter tells YOU how to achieve your best brows... 7 easy tips!

Beauty411 opens her little black beauty book and reports on an incredible facial at the ARCONA Studio in Santa Monica.

Beauty Blogging Junkie reports on the Total Beauty Blogger Summit in L.A. last weekend and on a trip to Anastasia's Salon, one of the stops on the Total Beauty beauty tour of L.A.

StyleBell shows how you too can get The Hills inspired Side Ponytail as seen on Lauren Conrad and Nicole Ritchie.

makeup loves me wants to help you look hot this summer. but she knows you may be lazy like her. hence, she offers you a cheater's guide to a summer body.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic checks out the "New It Flat Iron"?

The Makeup Divas tells you about a Hot Lip Balm that Lauren Conrad of The Hills loves to use to keep her lips glossy.

Face Candy reviews Bobbi Brown's newest scent, Almost Bare.

Don't let humidity ruin your blow-out! Glossypink has found a serum that will help your blow-out stay sleek and fabulous!

All Lacquered Up reviews the OPI Mod About Brights collection and discovers a creepy resemblance to a victim from Showtime's Dexter.

Pursebuzz.com is having a HUGE contest. Be sure to stop by for a chance to win my top favorite brushes from Coastalscents.com. Gimme Gimme. Good Luck!!!

Toya's started a new series: "Bronzers for Brown Girls" where she'll be discussing the best bronzers for those of us who have deeper skintones. First up: Stila Sun Bronzer SPF 15 !

The 80’s is back in a big way, inspiring new trends in fashion and beauty. So how do you embrace this trend without looking like a Dynasty reject? Three Custom Color Specialists has the perfect product and Spoiled Pretty is giving it away. Enter the giveaway today!

Comparison: Schick Showdown

The Schick Quattro For Women Razor ($9.19) comes with 2 refill cartridges, has 2 conditioning strips enriched with Vitamin E and Aloe, a compact pivoting head to follow all your contours, 4 ultra-thin blades for a close, smooth shave, and a sleek metal handle for precise control that features a comfortable rubber grip.

This razor got around my knees and ankles beautifully, without missing any spots or cutting me. For someone who usually just uses her fiancee's razor to shave, it seems girly but functional. I'll keep it around. Note: If you get those annoying little red bumps when you shave, just exfoliate your legs beforehand.

A couple weeks ago, when I was at David's Bridal, buying my wedding dress, I was given a Schick Intuition Plus ($8.99.) The razor with 3 blades is surrounded by a Cucumber Melon skin conditioning solid. It claims to lather, shave and provide refreshing moisture in one easy step.

While it seems like a nice idea to be able to lather and shave at the same time, it's not really the same. The smell is fine, but I don't like the bulkiness and the fact that it's harder to get areas like knees.

Winner: Schick Quattro hands down.

Review: Thymes Wild Ginger Foaming Bath Envelope

I recently reviewed Thymes Wild Ginger Foaming Bath Envelope ($6). Pour these fragrant salts into your bathtub and enjoy an effervescent ginger scent, balanced with cucumber, vanilla, Tahitian lime and Moro orange. Also contains honey, organic red clover and Vitamin E. For $6, this is a lovely spa-like treatment. Leaves skin feeling soft and silky. Available in lots of different flavors.

Fashion Trend: Gladiator Sandals

1. Kate Moss looking so chic. I love this look. Love the LBD paired with the belt and shoes. Gotta love the sunglasses too. Note: The ankle straps will cut off your feet, causing you to look shorter. That's why I like gladiator's with a heel.

2. Gwyneth Paltrow over the weekend in Cannes. I'm not sure where she got the black/rope ones, but the gold pair are by Balmain.

3. I got to experience the comfortable quality of these Kenneth Cole Reaction Women's Know It All Gladiator Sandals ($79.95.) I am a size 5 1/2 which is generally pretty hard to find, and they start at a 6, so I decided to try a 6. They are a teeny bit big, but I think these shoes run small. It fit me and is extremely comfortable.
Ask anyone, when I walk around in my heels, I'm usually keeling over in pain, but no blisters, no rubbing, nothing.

Here's the details: Made for the confident woman who loves to be the center of attention, this sexy and elegant sandal features a stunning gladiator-inspired, strappy style that is sure to make you feel like a legend in your own time. The mix of glossy and smooth materials and a high, leg-flattering heel beautifully finishes things off. Heel measures 3 1/4". They are available at Endless.com, a shoe and handbag heaven. Get FREE overnight shipping.

Bella Sugar Questionnaire

Which beauty products are your must-haves? I'm love Stila's Convertible Color Eyeliners. I carry those in my purse (one in Teak and one in Stone), I love that there's a shadow, pencil and smudger all in one. La Mer foundation is my HG, MAC's Mineralize Skinfinish Powder, Senna Cosmetics Sun & Sand Bronzer Duo, Bobbi Brown's Shimmer Brick in Pink Quartz, MAC Barbie Beauty Powder, NARS Orgasm Multiple, Maybelline Define-A-Brow, 3 Custom Colorists Brow Powder, Rosebud Salve, oh too many to list.

What’s your favorite beauty ritual? Creating a fresh, even palette on the face. Prepping the face with moisturizer and primer, then layering with foundation, concealer and powder.

What’s your go-to lip product? Rosebud Salve and Burt's Beeswax Lip Balm for conditioning. I like Hourglass' lip liner/brush in Voice, Estee Lauder's Signature Lipstick, Stila Lip Gloss, Philosophy Raspberry Sorbet Gloss and Tarte's Inside Out Lip Gloss.

What is your morning beauty routine? This is sad... but this is exactly how is goes:

1. Begrudgingly roll out of bed or sofa.

2. Glance at peaceful, sleeping fiance.

3. Throw myself into shower.

4. Apply deodorant and face cream w/ SPF 30+. If there's time, smooth on a tinted moisturizer (favorites are La Mer the Fluid Tint and DuWop Revolution Face) and light dusting of MAC Mineralize SkinFinish.

5. Clothes.

6. Head to lightrail.

7. Apply the rest of my makeup waiting for train, on train or at work. But most days, I go... ::GASP:: BARE FACED.

What’s your signature fragrance? Marc Jacobs Gardenia, Marc Jacobs Daisy and Issey Miyake's L'Eau D'Issey.

What’s the best beauty advice you’ve ever received? Wear sunscreen EVERY SINGLE SOLITARY DAY OF YOUR LIFE; Use a hand cream with SPF, Exfoliate, and Don't go crazy on too many dark colors around the eyes, it will only make them appear smaller. OH, and for more natural looking eyebrows, use a brow powder (but never black).

And the worst advice? Curl eyelashes AFTER applying mascara. This causes serious breakage, plus it gets your curler all mascara-gunky.

Any tips or tricks you want to share with readers? My smoky eye trick for Asian girls is to apply a dark shade close to lash lines and blend it up so you can still see it when you open your eyes. Then take your finger or brush, and blend it up higher at the outer corner of your eye. That helps bring the eye up at the edge.

Your favorite drugstore beauty product? Dove, St. Ives, Neutrogena.

When do you feel the most beautiful? Believe it or not, but when I'm wearing a full face of makeup and pretty jewelry.

Review: Bobbi Brown Almost Bare Eau de Parfum

I was super excited when I received the newest scent from Bobbi Brown. Like obnoxious squealing, jumping up and down excited (and I hadn't even smelled it yet.)

Almost Bare ($60) is a fresh floral fragrance that features a delicate balance of inspiring Italian Bergamot blended with Violet Leaves to relax and soothe the senses. The scent is enhanced by a note of Soft Muguet and gentle Jasmine Petals with a Soft Cedar and Warm Amber background. I was completely unsurprised when I fell in love with it. It's delightfully fresh and light, perfect for Summer. It's my new go-to fragrance. All I can say is, do your nose a favor by allowing it to take a whiff.

Weekend Beauty Read

Christine at 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic shares her tip for fast and easy pefect manicures and pedicures!

Beauty Anonymous shares her first impressions of Chanel Summer 2008 Makeup Collection!

Makeup Moxie reviews Hourglass Superficial Lash mascara.

Cybelesays finds their next addition to the Hall of Fame! A straightening iron that gets strands stick straight.

StyleBell reviews one of the best flat irons on the market the GHD. Move over CHI!

A Touch of Blusher can't decide which new eye palette to get...

Savvy Skin picks her favorite drugstore sunscreen - Blue Lizard sunscreen.

Beauty and Personal Grooming writes about Aspirin face masks.

Beauty Blogging Junkie scores an exclusive interview with Daisy Fuentes about her new perfume, Dianoche Ocean.

Face Candy dishes on the brand new Vincent Longo Collection- Shimmer, Glimmer & Shine.

The Makeup Divas reviews Sue Devitt's Eye Intensifier Pencil in Zaire.

The Muse reviews Majorca Majolica's HOT Summer Collection from Japan and shares a FOTD!

Beauty Banter checks out more Spring Hair Trends... with pics and products!

Hello Dollface features Celebrity fashion and beauty!

Beauty Junkie in SF scopes out hot new makeup from Kat Von D

Want to achieve cream blush perfection? Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog shows you the only brush you need for a flawless, airbrushed look: Sonia Kashuk's Flat Top Blusher Brush.

Nars takes Joy from Makeup Junkie to South Beach thanks to The Multiple in South Beach!

This week, Spoiled Pretty is giving you a chance to win SPINLASH - the mascara with a rotating brush that simultaneously separates, curls, coats, lengthens and volumizes eyelashes. Intrigued? Of course you are. Enter right now!

Toya does her Mother's Day FOTD with products from the Sally Hansen Natural Beauty line (inspired by Carmindy)!

New Product: CARGO Melt-Proof Make-Up Collection

The CARGO Melt-Proof Make-Up Collection (new, only at Sephora, limited edition, $90 value, for $39) is a collection of 3 melt-proof, water-resistant makeup products. Includes a Better-than-waterproof mascara, a melt-proof bronzer and a melt-proof 3 in 1 eye-cheek-lip palette in coral, shimmering apricot and bronze. The makeup is made with a special Melt-proof formulation that uses a mixture of emollients and waxes to form a water-resistant film on the skin. Look gorgeous poolside or at the beach with this long-lasting makeup created for easy application with the bonus of giving a natural summertime glow, even in the heat.

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New Collection: Vincent Longo - Shimmer, Glimmer and Shine

Vincent Longo has a new collection! It's called Shimmer, Glimmer and Shine. Here's a rundown of the new products! Some are available at Sephora (but temporarily out of stock) and Vincentlongo.com (but temporarily out of stock.) Seems like this one's all ready a hit to all you makeup mavens.

-Hydro Stick ($25)- A new technology that uses mostly water, leaves the skin feeling cool, refreshed and naturally tanned. Feels wet when applied, but when it dries, the color stays put. It's important to keep the cap closed on this one, otherwise it might dry out. Top to bottom: Luna Bronze (shimmering copper wheat), Aqualily (shimmering mauve rose), Rosewood Dawn (shimmering golden peach) and Gold Solare (shimmering golden bronze.)

-Gelli Gloss ($15)- A playful, subtly chic lip gloss treat for lips. A sheer veil of delicate color creates luscious, glossy "kiss me now" lips. Water resistant formula provides smooth, even shine. Top to bottom: Vita (red), Vela (pink), Aria (apricot.)

-Liquid Shadow ($24)- A waterproof liquid shadow with vibrant color that imparts a long wearing satin finish. Will not crease. Simply apply using the applicator and blend. Viola!
Top to bottom: Liquid Desire (shimmering golden peach), Cream Flesh (shimmering sandy beige), Supple Rose (shimmering warm pink) and Bronze Shell (shimmering copper penny.)

Review: Philosophy - Gratitude Pomegranate Lip Gelato

Philosophy's new, limited edition, Only at Sephora, Lip Gelato Trio ($25) contains 3 lip gelatos that provide immediate hydrating benefits, are lightweight, non-sticky and provide a natural, transparent shine for fuller, more voluptuous looking lips. Includes Pomegranate, Grapefruit and Tangerine. Quite the deal.



I recently tried Philosophy's Gratitude Pomegranate Lip Gelato ($10.) Rich in tocotrienol, tocopherol and sun-flower seed oil, this pomegranate scented and flavored gloss is a juicy treat for lips. Plus it plumps 'em up in case you don't all ready have a full pout. This one is not as good as the Raspberry Sorbet Gloss, IMO, maybe because it has sparkles and none of the Lip Gelatos are sparkly. I give it props for its shine and staying power. Available in: Gratitude Pomegranate, Soul Mates Grapefruit, Begin Again Tangerine, You Are My Sunshine Lemonade and Let Go, Let Love Lime.

Review: Maybelline Define-A-Brow

When I spotted Maybelline's Define-A-Brow ($6.95) I was intrigued and decided I'd try it. It's a micro-mechanical pencil that delivers precise application for evenly defined brows. The smear-proof formula wears all-day, and convenient all-in-one tool includes a comb to seamlessly blend color for a natural look. It's awesome! Great quality for a steal. I used dark brown and it doubles as an eyeliner. I had this in my purse, but now I can't find it and I'm kind of freaking out. But... I guess if I have to, I can just shell out the $7 for a new one. I highly recommend this.

• Blends easily with brow hair
• Waterproof for all day wear
• Safe for sensitive eyes
• Contact lens safe and ophthalmologist tested

For Best Results:
Swivel up one full turn to expose point.
Step 1: Fill-in brows with Define-A-Brow Pencil using thin, hair-like strokes
Step 2: Blend color and groom brows with comb

Available in 6 colors: Black, Dark Brown, Medium Brown, Light Brown, Dark Blonde and Light Blonde.

Review: Estee Lauder (3)

-Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair ($46.50)- I had heard the rave reviews of this "miracle product" and rather tentatively purchased it. It is for every woman, every night. This serum helps visibly repair the appearance of past damage and protects your skin's future. Heightens your skin's natural repair response. Protects the future by neutralizing up to 90% of environmentally generated free radicals before they can cause skin to look prematurely aged, because it's environmental damage- not time- that can cause 80% of the visible signs of aging. Delivers high levels of nature's "moisture magnet", hyaluronic acid, to lock in moisture. Apply every night after cleansing and before moisturizing. I've been using this for the past couple months, and regardless of whether it dramatically alters the appearance of my skin, I'm hooked. I will say that I've had a decrease in pimples/ blemishes and my skin feels smoother overall.

-Estee Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher ($46.50)- It's as if you're seeing the skin you were born with all over again: Virtually pore-less. Unbelievably soft and smooth. Incredibly clear and even-toned. Idealist's revolutionary Pore Diminishing Technology makes enlarged pores look virtually invisible by treating their appearances from the inside out. Immediately, it begins to dissolve away pore-clogging debris. Dead skin cells are continuously cleared away. Fades the look of dark spots and discoloration over time. Use before moisturizer. This stuff, used in conjunction with the Idealist Micro-D Deep Thermal Refinisher will seriously change your life. It's INCREDIBLE. You've never seen your skin so tight and smooth. Very highly recommended.

-Estee Lauder DayWear Plus Multi Protection Anti-Oxidant Creme SPF 15 for Normal/Combination Skin ($38)- Take action against environmental aging with DayWear Plus. The enhanced blend of eight ultra potent anti-oxidants includes pure White Tea, rare South African Red Tea, Grape Seed and a new Estee Lauder breakthrough: a supercharged combination of Vitamins C and E. White Birch and Eukarion re-energizes skin's own defenses.
The skin is protected with UVA/UVB sunscreen that's ultra gentle so you can wear it at night. I love the fresh cucumber scent and light weight of the creme. I used up my sample of this and want to go get more, ASAP, but ouch on the $38 for something I need to wear daily. I'm currently wondering if I really need it or not.

Weekend Beauty Read

Product Girl is giving away 4 goodie bags from the upcoming Sex and the City movie! Check out Product Girl for more information.

StyleBell shows you how to make some serious waves with your flat iron.

Beauty Anonymous reveals the jelly pinkness of the Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Spring 2008 Salon Collection !

Raging Rouge announces the MAX Factor May Makeover giveaway. Over $750 of MAX Factor products will be divided up between TEN winners on May 17th. Good luck!

SugarShock Beauty has a newfound love for foundation: the makeup artist- and Madge-approved Face Atelier Ultra Foundation.

The Muse whispers in your ear about Benefit's Newest Cheek Stain for Summer! Pssttttt! Enjoy the first ever images, product photos, and swatches from a link available at Musings!

This mascara ended A Touch of Blusher's mascara search...

Beauty411 reviews Soaptopia, a bath line that promised to be "100% junk free"! Check it out!

Beauty Blogging Junkie schools you on how to avoid snaggy, dry lips.

Looking for skin care products that deliver results? Read The Makeup Divas review of the Somme Institute Skin Care Line.

Beauty and Fashion Tech is giving away two sets of John Frieda Lustrous Touch Shampoo and Conditioner. One for blonde hair and one for brunette.

At Girl Gloss, you can win a set of seven Classic Badger Balm Lip Balms.

Beauty Junkie in SF is on her way to a flawless face with the help of a new high-tech skincare system.

The Beauty of Life brings you the highs and lows from the celebs' beauty looks at the Costume Institute Gala.

Beauty Banter dishes on the new Spring Hair Style and actress Shiri Appleby models the look!

Need a nail intervention but can't afford regular trips to the salon? Glossypink goes there to get great nails.

What makes you feel your most beautiful? Toya at The Life of A Ladybug wants to know!

Kitiya from Mischo Beauty helps you determine if you’re a candidate for microdermabrasion!

A reader at makeup loves me claims to have gone up one cup size by using victoria's secret bust enhancer!

Makeup Moxie finds Complexion Perfection when she reviews the foundation and concealer duo compact by Global Goddess.

Face Candy reviews NARS Orgasm Multiple, Lip Gloss and Nail Polish.

The Muse whispers in your ear about Benefit's new cheek stain and has a link to swatches!.

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog Gets a Surprise Stage Makeup Makeover with Kryolan Professional Makeup.

Pursebuzz.com does a step by step tutorial on how to create that extra dramatic smokey eye look as seen on Gwen and Fergie and everyone on the red carpet.

What has a delectable chocolate fragrance when you smooth it on that morphs into a fresh, powdery scent once it sinks in? Spoiled Pretty tells you what it is and why you need to try it!

Cybelesays gets to the Shea of Things with their picks of the best Shea Butter products out there.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic gives you the low down on Kristin Davis's makeup for the SATC publicity tour!

New Collection: MAC Dazzleglass

These sixteen high-shine lipglosses bring an exciting dimensional pop to your lips. Large particle pearls reflect and refract light to mimic the brilliance of quartz and opal crystal. Provides exceptional shine with a crystalline iridescence. Non-sticky, non-tacky, lightweight and moisturizing. Wear alone, or layer over lipstick or Lipglass for dramatic effect. Features MAC’s signature vanilla aroma.

• Comet Blue- Violet blue
• Funtabulous- Purple with violet pearl
• Ms. Fizz- Bright pink with blue pearl
• Like Venus- Clean light bubble gum pink with red pearl
• Baby Sparks- Pale pink with violet pearl
• Money Honey- Mid-tone rosy mauve with red pearl
• Rags to Riches- Plumy pink with teal and red pearl
• Date Night- Deep plum with blue and gold pearl
• Spanking Rich- Raspberry pink with red and gold pearl
• Get Rich Quick- Warm yellow brown
• Bare Necessity- Caramel apricot with red and gold pearl
• Steppin’ Out- Clean yellow pink with red pearl
• Glamour O.D.- Bright coral red with red pearl
• Sugarrimmed- Milky pale pink with red, teal and white pearl
• Pleasure Principle- Clear white violet, teal and white pearl
• Love Alert- Raspberry red with red pearl

Review: NARS Orgasm (3!)

-NARS The Multiple in Orgasm ($37)- A creamy. multipurpose stick in the gorgeous Orgasm color. This is very heavily filled with gold glitter. I sweep a bit higher up than usual onto my cheeks and blend. It instantly brightens your face.

-NARS Orgasm Lip Gloss and Nail Polish Gift Set (limited edition, only at Sephora, $40 value, for $30)- I was all over this baby as soon as I laid eyes on it. The peachy-pink with gold shimmer has been a cult favorite for some time now. I like the gloss, it's thick and shimmery. The nail polish looks nice on, my only complaint would be that it peels off pretty easily. Don't be fooled by the heavily lighted Sephora pictures, in reality the color is a couple shades deeper.

Overall, I really like the Multiple and the Lip Gloss. The Nail Polish, I could do without. Now I just have to get my hands on that Dolce Vita Lip Pencil...

Review + Event: Hourglass Cosmetics

The Hourglass line provides lush shades and incredibly luxurious packaging. Cutting-edge ingredients work to smooth and soften the skin, while innovations in packaging give the line its super chic appeal Hourglass opens your eyes to a beautiful new reality: style and substance can coexist.

-Adorn Hydrating Lipstick ($24)- A long-wearing, hydrating lipstick with a burst of color and brilliant shine. I tried Embrace (copper red shimmer, pictured above), it looks rather dark in the tube, but when you apply it, it's the perfect, sheer, muted red with gold shimmer. For me, this is the Holy Grail lipstick shade that is "my lips, one or two shades deeper"+super shine. It's just enough to brighten my face. To apply, I use a lip balm (Burt's Bees Original) then layer the lipstick on my lips about 3 times, then use my pinkie finger to rub it in so there's no harsh line. I love it and am interested in trying more shades.

-Trace Lip Liner ($28)- A mechanical lip liner pencil on one end and a brush on the other for blending or applying lipstick or gloss. The liner itself is very smooth and non-drying like some. I used Voice (coral rose.) When its used to line and fill in lips, it provides a great base for the lipstick to hold onto. Coral Rose is a fantastic neutral shade for everyone. The packaging is a tiny bit shorter and lighter than other liners. Great for your purse.

-Calligraphy Liquid Eye Liner ($32)- A moisturizing, water- and smudge- proof felt-tip liquid liner. Formulated with Pearl Protein and a botanical blend of Chamomile, Aloe, Rosemary and Perilla extract to condition and nourish the eyes. Provides all-day staying power and never streaks, smears or transfers. I love the design of this liner, the tip is very thin for precision, but it gets fatter, which is good for a thicker line. Like any liquid liner, it takes practice to get the hang of. I don't recommend applying layers, something weird happens and it starts to rub off. At least let the layers dry in between coats if you do. I like Cognac (dark brown) a lot for lining underneath my eyes. A good high-end choice if you have the $ to spare.

EVENT!!!

Hourglass Cosmetics will be offering free spring/summer makeovers at the Beverly Hills Barney’s on Saturday, May 10, 2008.

WHO: Hourglass Cosmetics, its creator Carisa Janes and lead makeup artist Josh Wolf
WHAT: Complimentary makeovers
WHERE: Barney’s
9570 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills CA 90212
WHEN: Saturday, May 10, 2008
11am to 6pm

To schedule an appointment please call the Hourglass Counter at (310) 276-4400 x5598. Those who attend will receive a full-sized eye shadow. Purchases over $100 receive the Sheen Reflective Lip Gloss in Beach; Purchases over $250 receive a Leather Cosmetic Bag.

Brand New From Tarte!

-Enbrightenmint BriteSmile Whitener & Tarte Lipgloss- One side is a Super fruit-infused lip gloss and the other is BriteSmile's tooth-whitening formula for easy on the go application. I got this a week ago and it's pretty cool. Just paint with the white side on your teeth, it's kind of a thick gel-like formula that sticks to your teeth. Then flip it over to freshen up your gloss. Radiant Red is a great, heavily pigmented gloss. Available in Radiant Red and Pearly Pink. It's yet to be seen if my teeth will get any whiter.

-Spring Fever Kit ($92 value, for $40, online only [Sephora], limited edition)- This set includes a mini Blushing Bride Cheek Stain, a mini Spring Fever SPF 15 Lip Sheer, a Waterlilies Eyeliner, a Eyeshadow Duo in North Island and a double-ended eyeshadow brush.

-4 Day Stay Lash Stain ($18)- A revolutionary lash stain that envelops lashes in long-lasting pigment while keeping them soft and flexible. It's formulated with PolyFlex technology: cross-polymers are blended with mineral pigments and then treated with ProVitamin B5 to create a binding tint. It keeps your lashes looking fresh without fading or flaking. Synthetic dye-, mineral oil-, petro-chemical, phthalate-, sulfate-, and fragrance-free. Available in Rich Black.

-Inside Out Vitamin Lip Gloss ($21)- This vitamin-infused lip gloss, infused with BORBA's nutraceutical blend, has a yummy pomegranate-scent. I kind of imagine that BORBA Aqua-less Crystalline stuff (it looks like Kool Aid) mixed in the gloss. I have tried the Aqua-less Crystalline and it's very tasty. All of the 6 shades are great, my favorites are 40 Winks (sheer golden peachy pink) and Apple-A-Day (iridescent raspberry rose sheen.) The glitter in Apple-A-Day is really shimmery and pretty. I love the big, sleek tubes too. I think I have 2 in my purse, right now.

Review: St. Ives Elements Olive Cleanser

I picked up the St. Ives Elements Olive Cleanser ($7.99) at the grocery store a couple weeks ago. I think I expected it to be an actual oil, but it's not. It's a regular foaming cleanser that contains olive oil. It deep cleans to gently remove dirt and makeup and helps maintain skin's moisture balance. Good quality for a reasonable price. I like it. My fiancee likes it. We'll keep it around.

Weekend Beauty Read

Spoiled Pretty is giving away $1,400 worth of beauty products to one lucky bride-to-be. And if you're a future wedding belle from the Philadelphia area, we've got something for you too. Enter right away - contest ends May 4th.

Find out how The Daily Cookie gets her flawless face with Clinique!

SugarShock Beauty has fallen in love with Greek natural beauty line Korres's new Body Butters, which come in a pump-tube, so it's super-easy moisturizing for us time-pressed gals.

Raging Rouge tests dozens and dozens of pink lipsticks and glosses, and narrows the field down to the best pink lip colors of Spring 2008.

Beauty Anonymous shows you new colors of the DiorKiss Lip Gloss Line!

StyleBell uncovers simple and easy tips to help manage and control curly hair.

A Touch of Blusher reviews ck Calvin Klein's new mineral-based loose powder.

Product Girl is giving away 2 pairs of Tweezerman's Animal Print Slant tweezers!

Find out what Beauty Blogging Junkie recommends for achieving shimmery shoulders for summer.

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog interviews MAC Cosmetics Senior Makeup Artist Jennifer Karsten and gets the skinny on how it's like to work with Kanye West.

The Makeup Divas reviews Bath and Body WorksHello Sugar! shimmering body lotion.

The Muse reviews Etude House'sSpring Collection from Korea!

The Beauty of Life no longer has to suffer from lash envy with the Dior Black Lash Kit.

Toya from The Life of A Ladybug got sucked in by Darac Beauty's Sifted Blur Powder and TorQuam brush! She doesn't want you to get sucked in, too!

Kyle at Face Candy gives you a peek at her favorite Makeup Minis.

Don't know why you should be rocking the sunscreen every day? Beauty411 reminds us that May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month!

makeup loves me introduces you to a non-chocolate truffle that she is confident you will still love!

Beauty Banter dishes on the top concealers on the market! Everything you need to know about covering-up and having a glowing complexion!

Glossypink reveals an essential warm-weather item to give your skin its sexiest glow ever!

Pursebuzz.com shows you how to create long lasting curls with just a few products. It's called the Wavy Waves.

Cybelesays introduces us to a new line of mineral makeup.

Kitiya from Mischo Beauty loves REN’s Mayblossom and Konjac Balancing Moisturiser and tells you why!

Does lipgloss cause skin cancer? Makeup Moxie gives you the lowdown.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic checks out the new Essie Summer 2008 Colors!

New Collection: MAC - Skinsheen + Friday Fix

Legs... Bronzed to distraction. Seductive and cruise-worthy. A sprayable, lightweight gel that unlike your fancy, never drifts. Brushes lightly and flawlessly over the skin... undetectable. For the ultimate secret application and smoothest sheen, try the 179 Body Buffer Brush. Skinsheen leg spray applies like a soft mousse to provide a quick, highly blendable application of colour to legs, arms, shoulders and decolletage.

Skinsheen Leg Spray ($22.50 US/ $27.50 CDN)
-Medium- Sheer soft golden caramel with soft gold nuances
-Medium Dark- Sheer soft bronze with golden tan pearl
-Dark- Golden Bronze
-Deep Dark- Deep warm bronze with rich golden pearl

Brush ($52 US/ $62.50 CDN)
-179 Body Buffer

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Makeup Minis!

If you didn't know, I'm a little obsessed with anything mini. They're so easy to slip into your purse or makeup bag for traveling and some are even refillable. Minis are often gift with purchases or free samples. Here's a look at some of my favorites.

a. Bobbi Brown Soothing Face Tonic
b. Bobbi Brown Overnight Cream
c. Bobbi Brown Blush
d. Bobbi Brown Foundation Stick
e. Vincent Longo Creme Concealer Palette
f. La Prairie Cellular Time Release Cream
g. Sue Devitt Luminous Finishing Mist
h. Estee Lauder Pure Color Lip Gloss
i. Tarte Lights Camera Lashes
j. Laura Geller Lip Stay
k. Tarte Clean Slate
l. Bobbi Brown Lipstick in Slopes
m. Estee Lauder High Gloss
n. Estee Lauder Lip Liner
o. Bobbi Brown Concealer and Powder Trio
p. Dior Diorshow Blackout Mascara
q. La Mer Creme de la Mer
r. Bobbi Brown Concealer and Powder Brush
s. Lancome Juicy Tube

Do you have any favorite minis?