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Happy Halloween!

Do you have a costume? I don't, but I'm not really doing anything other than giving out candy and watching a scary movie. I'd love to hear what you're going to be in the comments section. Check out the video that the MAC PR people did on the Today Show. They looked awesome! The looks are Amphibian, Colour Spill and Skullmeister.

Here are the color charts for their makeup.

You can view instructions with color suggestions here.

I also found this one I thought was really cool on the MAC Cosmetics website. It's called Woody.
Enjoy!

Kooba/Beauty.com Exclusive!

This chic Kooba wristlet in iced lilac is filled with Full Sized products from Stila, CARGO, Boscia, butter LONDON, and Sue Devitt, and deluxe samples from blinc, LORAC, tarte and Oscar Blandi. It's got everything you need for party perfect glamour ($85.)

Contains:

* Butter London Banana File (1 each)
* Boscia Peppermint Blotting Papers (100 each)
* Stila Lip Glaze in Peach Cobbler (2.4 ml / 0.08 fl oz)
* Cargo Blush in Fresno (8.9 g / 0.31 oz)
* Sue Devitt Eye Intensifier Pencil in Bangalore (1.6 g / 0.05 oz)
* Blinc Kiss Me Mascara in Black (Deluxe Sample)
* Tarte Clean Slate Primer (Deluxe Sample)
* Oscar Blandi Olio di Jasmine Serum (Deluxe Sample)
* Lorac Perfectly Lit Powder in Spotlight (Deluxe Sample)

New Product: Marc Jacobs Daisy Rollerball

Daisy Shimmer Rollerball ($25) - The limited-edition Daisy Shimmer Rollerball is your new ticket to entering the world of Daisy: fresh and feminine, with a playful innocence, and now infused with a sexy shimmer. At the heart of Daisy is a floral with vintage edge: violet. Sophisticated with a touch of whimsy, violet captures the eclectic, vintage flavor of Marc Jacobs' feminine, edgy designs. Always elegant, always enchanting– but not too serious– Daisy is a sparkling floral bouquet, spirited and fresh, wrapped in comfort and warmth. Roll on some daisy chain sunshine! This looks precious. I must have it!

Notes:
Strawberry, Violet Leaves, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Gardenia, Violet Petals, Jasmine Petals, Musk, Vanilla, White Woods.
Style:
Bright. Alluring. Eternal.

Review: Olay Body Wash Plus Spa Exfoliating Ribbons

Olay Body Wash Plus Spa Exfoliating Ribbons ($5.29) - The first body wash to add an actual ribbon of seaweed extract and micro beads you can feel - the same ingredients used in many of today's top spas. The luxurious, fragrant lather swirls across your body, removing dry skin cells to reveal beautiful, velvety smooth skin. It's gentle enough for daily use.

I was skeptical at this Body Wash's moisturizing capabilities, but I was proven wrong. The dispensing hole in the cap is rather large, so it's easy to overload your little shower poof or whatever you use. Its sudsing ability is noteworthy. There's some tiny little blue exfoliating beads in the cream. The scent is ocean-y and not very strong, which I like. All in all, I have no complaints. The bottle is rather large, so for $5 and change, it's a pretty good deal. I'm personally someone who prefers sleeping an extra 5 minutes as opposed to moisturizing my entire body with lotion, so this definitely buys me a little extra sleep.

Face Candy Grade: B+

Pink Products: Philosophy Shower Gel and Bubble Bath

shower for the cure - charity shower gel benefiting the Women's Cancer Research Fund ($20)- shower for the cure is philosophy's pink ribbon shower gel - a creamy all-in-one formula that can be used as a shampoo, shower gel or bubble bath. this long-time philosophy favorite contains a touch of milk proteins and fruit essences to provide a delightful experience for your senses. shower for the cure represents the spirit of every woman and 100% of philosophy's net proceeds from the sale of shower for the cure will be donated to the Women's Cancer Research Fund. please note that this product is non-refundable. the memorable scent and poem on the pink ribbon shower gel was inspired by the unforgettable charity event, one of hollywood's most beloved occasions which is held every spring and is chaired by Rita Wilson and Kate Capshaw.

she colors my day - charity bubble bath benefiting the Women's Cancer Research Fund ($20)- inspired by the artwork of her daughter, philosophy founder cristina carlino authored and co-created she colors my day, a heartwarming song that honors the unique relationship between a mother and her daughter. this unique bath product was created to celebrate the bond between mothers and daughters and help give back to a very worthwhile cause. the lyrics of the song can be found on the packaging of this inspiring bubble bath. she colors my day generates high-foaming bubbles, lightly tints your bath green and helps soothe and moisturize skin. we encourage you to take pleasure in the bright green bubbles and fresh, clean scent as you soak. 100% of philosophy's net proceeds from the sale of she colors my day will be donated to the Entertainment Industry Foundation's Women's Cancer Research Fund to support the early detection of women's cancers. available exclusively on philosophy.com.

New Collection: Chanel Holiday 2008

Chanel Holiday 2008

"A new romantic beauty reveals itself this holiday season amidst a wealth of gently shimmering shades. Eyes are positively heart-melting, accented with soft, warm tones of chocolate brown and beige, while lips glisten with a dark glimmering richness. Keeping it all in balance: a subtle, natural, candlelit glow on cheeks. The effect is nothing less than enchanting."

(Photo: Temptalia.com)

EYES:
Les 4 Ombres Quadra Eye Shadow ($56)
-Beiges de Chanel: Cream, Taupe, Gold and Brown (limited edition)
Ombre D’Eau Fluid Iridescent Eyeshadow ($32)
-Riviera: Pale Gold (limited edition)
Le Crayon Yeux Precision Eye Definer ($27.50)
-Noir Scintillant: Soft Black with Gold Shimmer (limited edition)
La Ligne De Chanel Professional Eyeliner Duo ($45)
-Brun-Lamé: Dark Brown and Soft Brown Sparkle (limited edition)

LIPS:
Le Crayon Levres Precision Lip Definer ($28)
-Rouge: True Red
Rouge Allure Luminous Satin Lip Colour Lipstick ($30)
-Nude: Pale Nude
-Exaltation: Coral Red (limited edition)
Aqualumiere Sheer Colour Lipshine SPF 15 ($26)
-Cancun: Soft Beige
Creme Gloss Lumiere Brush-On Creme Lip Colour ($32)
-Praline Rose: Pink Bronze (limited edition)
-Canelé: Warm Bronze
Levres Scintillantes Glossimer ($26)
-Red Shine: Red with Shimmer
-Gold Shine: Pink-Gold with Shimmer (limited edition)

NAILS:
Le Vernis Nail Colour ($20)
-Perle Rosée: Warm Beige-Pink (limited edition)
-Haute Chocolat: Chic Chocolate Gold (limited edition)

FACE:
Eclat Lumiere Highlighter Face Pen ($38)
-Beige Rosé: Highlighter with Pink Undertone
Gold Highlighting Powder (limited edition, $75)

I saw the Beiges de Chanel E/S Quad and had to have it. It was my very first Chanel Quad, and it didn't disappoint. I was worried that the white shade would appear too chalky on my medium skin, but it didn't. All the shadows are soft and creamy and blend like a dream. My favorites however are the other 3. The pale gold shade looks lovely as a base. I use the medium brown/gold shade in my crease area and then use the dark brown shade as a liner color. It's a great quad to have because the colors are so versatile and classic. You really can't go wrong here. Though I used a gift card to buy this, I still think it was $ well spent. It's a luxury, but I love "basic" luxury items. This is something I'll use (almost) everyday. Perfect for work.

Face Candy Grade: A

Comments For A Cure! This Weekend Only!

Hi Everyone! This weekend I am doing "comments for a cure," where for each comment made, I will donate $4 to the BCRF. The comment can say anything you want, but I would really like to have you mention how breast cancer has affected you or someone you know. Here's my story:

(Dad and I, circa 1989)

As some of you may or may not know, my father, Rollin Todd Kingsley (59 years old) passed away from breast cancer, this past April. When he was only 28, my mother found a lump in his breast. (We believe that the cancer began after he went to Vietnam, in the Air Force, and was heavily exposed to Agent Orange.) He had a mastectomy and for many years, he was seemingly fine. I was very lucky to grow up with him. Years later, when he decided to stop taking a drug (I forget the name right now) that was inhibiting the cancer, it did in fact spread throughout his body and eventually to his brain.

(Dad, Me and Mom at my 21st Birthday Dinner)

In early 2008, my mother, Pamela Pearce Kingsley (62 years old), doctors found a lump in her breast. She had a mastectomy also and seems to be fine now. As we all know, breast cancer affects MANY women around the world. The fact that breast cancer affects MEN needs to be spread. Especially men who were in Vietnam and exposed to Agent Orange. I encourage everyone to test themselves and the men around them. There will be an article about men with breast cancer in the Baltimore Examiner (I'm not sure what day) and my father will be highlighted.

Thank you all so much for reading and commenting for such a special cause that has affected us all.

Review: Yves Saint Laurent - Rouge Volupte Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupte Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15 ($34) - A long-lasting, comfortable lipstick that transforms into a fluid veil of radiant color when it touches lips. Shades drench lips with densely pigmented color and a unique shine complex. Lips are visibly smooth, plumped and radiant with luminous, satin color.

I read Christine at Temptalia's raving review of this lipstick and had to try it. Yes, it was indeed the most money I've ever spent on a single tube of lipstick. I tried 9 Caress Pink (muted raspberry pink), which was much cooler than I expected it to be. I usually stick to warm shades, but I do think this color looked awesome when I was on my honeymoon and I was all tan. I will admit that the texture of this lipstick is amazing. Never seen before. It seems to melt onto the lips and you're left with a a slightly creamy, very thin layer of color. (Thin as in texture, not color intensity.) It FEELS like a gloss. I don't think the lasting power is very impressive, I reapply a lot. I also enjoy the fruity smell. I'm in love with the tube packaging itself. It's sleek, sophisticated and completely luxurious, plus there's a tiny mirror on the bottom for touch-ups. SO, all in all, I really, really did like the lipstick itself, but $35? I'd say $25 would be much more reasonable (though I still don't really believe in lipstick costing that much.) In this case I'd say it's probably a combination of packaging and brand name status that jacks the price up.

Face Candy Grade: A-

Pink Product Giveaway!

GIVEAWAY REMINDER!!!

Anastasia Swarovski Pink Ribbon Precision Tweezers ($33)- Handcrafted in Italy, these slanted tip and calibrated tension tweezers handles fine hairs with ease. This special edition is hand-adorned with Swarovski Crystal Pink Ribbon. 50% of proceeds will go to The Entertainment Industry Foundation - Women's Cancer Research Fund.

GIVEAWAY!!!
In honor of October being BCA month, I'm giving away a pair of these tweezers. All you have to do is leave a comment (on any post, saying how breast cancer has affected you) between now and October 31st. I will also be doing "Comments for the Cure" for the weekend of October 25th. For the 25th and 26th, for each comment made, I will donate $4 to the BCRF. So please, please, please help me spread the word.

Thanks!!

Pink Product: Sephora BCA Pocket Brush Set

Sephora's BCA Pocket Brush Set ($15) - A purse-sized, metallic pink faux leather with pink nylon interior, trifold magnetic closure case containing 5 essential brushes: with light pink handles: powder brush, eyeshadow brush, lip brush, brow/liner brush anda concealer brush.

$1 from the sale of each brush set will be donated to the BCRF.

Pink Product: Smashbox Pink Power Eye & Lip Kit

-Smashbox's Pink Power Eye & Lip Kit ($46) - One eyeshadow palette and one lip color palette. Each are mirrored and include a mini double-ended brush.

- Pink Power Eye Palette in Celebrate (ivory sheen/ pink champagne shimmer/ olive shimmer)
- Pink Power Lip Palette in Inspire (pink shimmer/ neutral pink shimmer/ pink beige shimmer)

While we're on the subject of Smashbox... Have you seen this? (It's coming soon!)



-Ultimate Beauty Palette ($59) - The ultimate holiday must-have with over 100 shades for eyes, cheeks and lips plus 4 essential brushes. This immense makeup palette puts every product a girl could ever want or need at your fingertips. It’s perfect for travel or for everyday beauty. And, the price is so sweet, you can give one as a gift and keep one for yourself!

Includes:
-70 EYE SHADOWS
-8 LIP GLOSSES
-8 CREAM EYE LINERS
-6 BROW TECH POWDERS
-BROW TECH WAX
-4 LIP COLORS
-2 BLUSHES
-SOFT LIGHTS
-BRONZE LIGHTS
-CREAM LINER BRUSH
-BROW TECH BRUSH
-EYE SHADOW BRUSH
-LIP BRUSH

Sixty bucks? I'm interested. Very interested...

New Collection: Bobbi Brown Holiday 2008

Holiday 2008 Collection:

-Lip & Eye Palette (limited edition, $60) - This season it's all about adding a special touch to your look - and Bobbi's making it easy with her Lip & Eye Palette. This limited-edition, double-decker palette includes new and exclusive shades of high-shimmer Metallic Eye Shadow and comfortable, long-wearing Creamy Lip Color. Comes with a Mini Eye Shadow Brush and Mini Lip Brush with cap. Creamy Lip Color: Berry Mauve, Pink Sequin, Dusty Mauve and Ruby.
Eye Shadow: Champagne Quartz, Gold Dust, Golden BRonze and Galaxy.

-Lip Gloss Trio (limited edition, $45) - Bobbi's Lip Gloss Trio returns this season - and it's better than ever. Tucked inside a golden copper faux-leather case you'll find three beautiful shades of gloss: a medium, golden pink (Spun Gold); a pale glittering pink (Pink Glitter); and a pink beige with golden shimmer (Sandy Beige.) Each of the shades flatters many complexions, so this set is sure to be a gift-giving favorite.

-Velvet Plum Eye Palette (limited edition, $45, shown above) - The perfect day-to-night palette with everything you need to create two different eye looks. Includes a dual-ended Mini Eye Shadow/ Eye Liner Brush for professional application. Shades: Bone (white), Naked (medium neutral pink), Velvet Plum (shimmering black plum) and Espresso (dark chocolate brown.)

-Tube Tints Set (limited edition, $30) - Good things come in small packages. Our signature Tube Tints Set includes Lip Tint SPF 15 and Shimmer Lip Tint SPF 15 in four shades that flatter all complexions. Sheer formulas give lips a tint of color with subtle shine, and feel lightweight and comfortable. Shades: Brown Sugar Shimmer (medium brown), Tea Rose (brown rose), Posey Shimmer (light icy pink) and Bare Shimmer (golden pink.)
-This collection also includes 2 Long-Wear Eye Palettes, that you can read about in my post from September 24th.

-Basics Lip Palette ($45, shown above) - Tailor-made for the lipstick and lip gloss lover. This sleek mirrored palette features a universally flattering combination of high shine glosses and lipsticks. Each of the shades can be worn alone or mixed together for a personalized look. Shades: Naked (pinky medium nude gloss), Posey Shimmer (light icy pink), Brownie (pinky brown) and Rum Raisin (medium plum brown.)

-Basics Eye Palette ($45) - The ideal starter set for a makeup novice — and a great travel kit for the makeup lover. This slim palette features four shadows that flatter all complexions: an allover base shade, two shades for the lower lid and crease, and a liner shade. Includes a dual-ended Mini Eye Shadow/Eye Liner Brush for easy application. Shades: Navajo (creamy pinkish white), Cement (grey beige), Heather Mauve Shimmer Wash (silver grey brown) and Mahogany (dark ash brown.)

Luxe Copper Diamond Accessories Collection (all limited edition):

-Copper Diamond Small Beauty Trunk ($150) - Especially for holiday, we've produced a limited number of our popular Beauty Trunk in golden copper faux-leather. Sized to hold a generous amount of makeup and skincare interior pockets for tools and a removable storage tray.

-Copper Diamond Beauty Kit ($95) - Bobbi's iconic accessory, updated for the holidays in golden copper faux-leather. This structured, multi-tiered case is sized to hold makeup and skincare essentials. Features two compartments: top features interior pockets for brushes and bottom holds a removable mirror for an instant vanity with ample space for your favorites. Ideal for travel or at home organizing.

-Copper Diamond Cosmetic Bag With Brushes ($65) - When space is premium, downsize with the Copper Diamond Cosmetic Bag featuring four Mini Brushes - Blush, Eye Shadow, Ultra Fine Eyeliner and Lip (with protective cap.)

-Copper Diamond Mini Brush Set ($55) - Ideal for on-the-go application. Designed with professional-quality brush heads and convenient mini handles. Set includes: Mini Face Blender, Eye Shadow, and Eye Liner Brushes. Faux-leather zip-around case features black lining and individual brush pockets.

Let's not forget these products, only available at Nordstrom right now.

-Glitter Lip Balm ($19) - This new limited-edition Glitter Lip Balm is fun, gorgeous and good for lips, too. It offers all the benefits of the popular Lip Balm—it’s moisturizing and comforting—and is infused with a flattering, light-reflecting mix of pearl and glitter pigments that makes lips glisten. Shades: Copper Diamond, Pink Crystal and Crystal Diamond.


-Copper Diamond Shimmer Brick Compact ($40) - Five gorgeous shades—candlelight, gold, copper, beige and sand—work together to give skin a warm, golden copper glow. The newly designed compact features a faux-leather inset and a metallic copper finish that's as beautiful to look at as it is to use.

-Sunset Gold Collection (Nordstrom Exclusive, $80) - Add a little sparkle to your look this holiday season with this limited-edition collection featuring festive accents for eyes and lips. Includes new and exclusive high-shimmer Metallic Eye Shadow in Sunset Gold and Antique Gold, Glitter Lip Gloss in Bronzed Pink, and Long-Wear Gel Eye Liner in Mahogany Ink in a golden copper faux-leather Mini Organizer.

Pink Product: Nubar Nail Lacquer

One of my favorite nail polish brands Nubar is donating 10% of proceeds from the sales of Oh Baby Pink Nail Lacquer ($6.99) to finding the cure for breast cancer.

Victoria's Secret Offers

I just made a pretty big order to Victoria's Secret. I buy lots of things from there because they have size 0 and XXS. I found out that their coupons are stackable, limit 3. Here are some that I used:

-Buy any sweater, and get 3 Beauty Rush Lipglosses FREE by entering code RUSH08. Expires 11/19.



-FREE Messenger with any $50 purchase, code SMBAG
-FREE Tote with any $75 purchase, code MEDBAG
-FREE Traveller with any $150 purchase, code LGBAG
-ALL 3 FREE Bags with any $250 purchase, code ALLBAGS
(expires 11/26)

-$15 off $100, $30 off $150, $75 off $250 or $150 off $500, code FA812037 (expires 11/5) and GIFTS08 (expires 11/19)

Do you have any coupons to share? Leave them in the comments!

Review: Clinique Modern Matte

Defining Liner for Lips ($14)- Makes lips beautiful by definition. Modern precision pencil with built-in sharpener in the cap creates the look you want, anywhere. Creamy, non-feathering formula goes on smoothly, evenly, stays all day. Even helps lipstick stay in place. I have Sugared Fig, it's a a coppery pink that makes my lips a little bit lighter than they really are. It goes on smooth and creamy and I have to admit that I am smitten with the built in sharpener thing. Perfection.

Face Candy Grade: A+

Available in:
-Sugared Fig
-Nudey
-Berry Nude
-Red-y or Not
-Cider
-Plush Pink
-Pomegranate
-Soft Plum

Blushwear Cream Stick ($18.50)- Cream-to-powder blush stick glides on colour for a natural all-day glow. Blends easily with fingertips to desired intensity and coverage. Non-drying, oil free. I have Very Blush. I apply a dot to each cheek and blend it in. It's very pigmented and creamy. I don't even feel the need to apply powder over it for staying power.

Face Candy Grade: B

Available in:
-Glow Blush (nude)
-Peachy Blush (tawny)
-Rosy Blush (pink)
-Limited Very Blush (violet)
-Shy Blush (violet)

Colour Surge Eye Shadow Stay Matte ($14)- Our softest, smoothest, richest matte shadow creates elegant intensity in one stroke. Surprisingly lightweight, long-wearing. Ophthalmologist tested for even the most sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. I was drawn to Midnight. I thought it was kind of hard to get as much color as I wanted, but it's good for people who are new to a smoky eye. You can't really over-do it with Midnight. It's subtle.

Face Candy Grade: B

Available in:
-Midnight
-Chocolate Chip
-Sable
-French Vanilla
-Martini
-Midnight Plum
-Slate
-Dark Denim
-Stone Violet

High Impact Lip Colour SPF 15 ($14)- High on colour, long on comfort. Dressed-up colour wears beautifully for 8 hours. And lips enjoy every minute. In 20 highly moisturizing shades that continually smooth, soften, comfort. Protect from UVA/UVB, too. Have it all.
Available in 20 different shades. I have Go Fig. It's a medium berry shade. Clinique lipstick is awesome. It's creamy and doesn't smell or taste weird, like some. I kind of forget it's there at all. Extra points for the sleek, silver banded tube.

Face Candy Grade: A

High Impact Mascara ($14)- Kicks up the volume and length of each and every lash for a look that's lusher, plusher, bolder. Pure, deep colour only adds to the impact. Wear it once and you'll feel naked without it. When I was 13 I was so in love with the Naturally Glossy Mascara. This is thicker and much more "look at me" than Naturally Glossy. The thick brush makes it a little more difficult to get at the corner lashes, but wiggle it through the ones in the middle, and that's all you need. I personally found that it clumped after 2 coats, which I didn't like.

Face Candy Grade: C

Available in:
-Black/Brown
-Black

Pink Product: Bobbi Brown Pink Ribbon Collection

Bobbi Brown Pink Ribbon Collection ($40) - This limited-edition set features a Pink Glitter Lip Gloss and a Tulle Lip Color.

Bobbi Brown will donate $35,000 in connection with the North American sales of Pink Ribbon Collection to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Review: Anastasia Brow Pen and Brow Duality

I'd heard so much about the new Anastasia Brow Pen - Long Wearing Brow Tint ($21) that I simply had to try it. The pen has a soft, extremely pointy tip, which makes it easy to draw on individual hairs. I find the need to rub it in a bit, to make it look more natural. Unlike most brow pencils, the water-based liquid formula stays on all day. This is certainly a HG brow product for me. There is a universal shade, but I'm not quite confident that it would work on super pale blondes.

Anastasia's new product that will be available on October 23rd at Sephora, is called Brow Duality ($23.) This dual ended pencil features a matte highlighter on one end and a shimmer highlighter on the other. They are available in two color combinations.
-Pencil #1 - Matte Camille and Sand Shimmer (pink based)
-Pencil #2 - Matte Shell and Lace Shimmer (yellow based)
As an Asian gal, I prefer Pencil #2, because my skin is more yellow based. I like to use Shell to balance imperfections and conceal, then take Lace and highlight my brow bone and inner corners of eyes. A bit of blending, and you're ready to go.

Face Candy Grade: B

A Lucky Break

For those of you who don't read Lucky Magazine, check out this little gem from the November Issue.

At Alconeco.com, enter code "lucky3" at checkout and save 25%.

BBN: Weekend Beauty Read

Do you like diamonds? What girl doesn't? EyeshadowCult.com, tells you what product from Too Faced will give you blink bling!

Want to get your hair back to how it looked before the summer sun and swim took its toll? Check out The Makeup Divas for some haircolor saving tips and tricks by Clairol color director Jack Backe.

Raging Rouge has some fun trick or treating beauty blog style with Benefit Cosmetics!

A Touch of Blusher talks about the latest foundation from Japan.

Beauty Anonymous reviews MAC Mineralize Eye Shadow Duo.

Tired of losing your hair color? StyleBell shows how you can retain your beautiful hair color on a budget!

Beauty411 shares details on the shimmering NARS holiday collection!

Who says you can't be frugal and still look your best?! Beauty Banter finds a fab face mask for $3.00!!!

Elke reviews her fav pink product yet!

Cybelesays.com discovers a weightless lippie in the new Giorgio Armani collection.

Elke, Fouder of The Beauty Blog Network starts her Comments For A Cure on the Network blog starting now till the end of October. Comment away!

Glossypink has the dish on CARGO's extended PlantLove makeup collection!

makeup loves me is giving away lancome's hottest new vibrating mascara - oscillation! enter now!

The Beauty of Life is giving away a whopping eight products from Yes to Tomatoes and Yes to Cucumbers, with a retail value of over $80! Click here to enter!

Kyle at Face Candy is giving away a pair of limited edition Anastasia Swarovski Pink Ribbon Tweezers!

MAC Artist Christopher D spends his Sunday Afternoon hanging out with pursebuzz.com, we talked about the most anticipated Holiday Collection-MAC Holiday Releases. Get Ready it's a two part video!

Visit Spoiled Pretty and enter to win Bioelements Sleepwear - an overnight rejuvenation crème that gives you visibly smoother, firmer skin in just one night! Three readers will win a jar, valued at $59!!!

Makeup Moxie reviews Cargo Plantlove eyeshadow.

Do you have oily skin?? Scandalous Beauty shows you how to prevent and almost eliminate oil, help matte a shiny face and how to erase acne scarring!

Pink Products: Estee Lauder

Estee Lauder is offering 3 exclusive BCA products.

Imagine a world without breast cancer. Your purchase of any product from the Pink Ribbon Collection will help Estée Lauder donate $500,000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®. BCRF is dedicated to preventing breast cancer and finding a cure in our lifetime by funding clinical and translational research in North America. To learn more, call toll-free 1-866-FIND.A.CURE or visit www.bcrfcure.org

• Evelyn Lauder Lip Color Collection ($22)- 3 full size lipsticks in Evelyn Lauder's favorite shades.

-Pure Color- Long Lasting Lipstick in Bali Rose (limited edition)
-Pure Color- Long Lasting Lipstick in Candy
-Estee Lauder Signature- Hydra Lustre Lipstick in Rich Berry

Estee Lauder Lipsticks are some of my favorites. I love them for their texture and color. All three shades are very flattering and pretty, likely to work on everyone. Very pretty! Plus the bright pink case that they come in is really cute and can hold a lot.

• Elizabeth Hurley Lip Color Collection ($16)- 3 full size High Glosses.

-Pink (limited edition)
-Rose
-Pearl

• Jeweled Pink Ribbon Pin ($12.50)- A twinkling collectible pin.

Cargo Goes Green!

All Green, All Glamour! Beauty innovator CARGO Cosmetics revolutionized eco-friendly beauty with PlantLove™ lipsticks, the first-ever environmentally friendly lipstick in a compostable tube made entirely from corn. Now, CARGO introduces the PlantLove™ Cosmetics brand, the only prestige brand to be given the highest eco-distinction of ECOCERT™. ECOCERT™ is a global designation ensuring that all product, process and packaging meet the strictest standards for natural, organic and environmentally friendly content. ECOCERT™ guarantees that products dramatically reduce their environmental footprint. And, be cause these products are from CARGO, women can rest assured that they are getting professional quality products. PlantLove™ combines earth-friendly formulations and packaging with CARGO’s dedication to creating professional-grade make-up, for a line of cosmetics that is truly beauty with a conscience.

One brand, so many benefits! The entire PlantLove™ Collection is natural in origin. PlantLove™ is free of parabens, phthalates, petro-chemicals, synthetic dyes and fragrances. The cosmetics are only manufactured in countries with solid environmental and labor records. This means that PlantLove™ is entirely in harmony with the Earth.

To further reduce our eco-footprint, the fun and flirty compostable packaging is made of Polylactic Acid (PLA), a=2 0polymer made entirely from corn, a renewable and abundant resource. What’s more, PLA production emits less greenhouse gas than traditional plastics. Boxes are made from 100% post-consumer waste paperboard; and the mill supplying this paperboard manufactures under carbon-neutral conditions, using 100% renewable energy.

Hana Zalzal, Founder of CARGO Cosmetics shared, “For us, PlantLove™ has always been more than a product, it’s a movement. As Gandhi said, ‘Be the change you want to see in the world.’ We believe that small actions taken by large groups can change this world.”

The PlantLove™ Natural Origin Cosmetics Collection includes:

-PlantLove™ Loose Powder Foundation ($30) - Delivers the effect of loose powder and foundation in one convenient product. Talc-free and infused with natural and organic ingredients such as Jojoba Seed Oil and Olive Fruit Oil, it imparts lasting, healthy benefits and flawless, yet natural looking coverage. Suitable for all skin types. Available in five wearable shades.

-Natural Origin Pressed Powder ($30) - This silky, soft powder, infused with organic olive fruit extract, provides a flawless finish while still looking natural. Ideal for mid-day touch-ups. Available in two shades.

-100% Natural Origin Baked Illuminator ($28, above) - A stunning blend of blush, bronzer and highlighter in one, PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Baked Illuminator gives cheeks and body an all-over warmth and glow. Made with natural terracotta ingredients, Karanja Oil to heal and condition, Grape Seed Oil rich in nourishing antioxidants and Sunflower Seed Oil to combat dryness. The Illuminator promotes healthy, nourished skin while giving you a perfect flush. Available in three shades:

• Earth – Gold, copper and bronze combination
• Wind – Terracotta, champagne and bronze combination
• Fire – Pink, pearl and bronze combination

I tried the Illuminator in Earth. This seems like the darkest of the 3 and for that reason, I use it more as a blush than an Illuminator. (When I think of illuminator, I think of subtle highlighter.) I've found that the key to this product is using a large, fluffy brush and very lightly dusting it over the surface of the powder. It is EASY to overdo it, so be gentle with application. The colors mix together to provide a healthy glow with a little bit of shimmer. I wouldn't necessarily wear it on a daily basis, but for night time and special occasions, go for it. It gets extra points in my book for being Green.

Face Candy Grade: B

-PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Bronzer ($28) - Gives a natural, easy-to-blend glow. Made with all natural terracotta ingredients and baked for eight hours, it provides a satin finish for a glowing, sun-kissed look, without unflattering shimmer. The universally flattering shade, perfect for all skin types, contains Karanja Oil, Argan Oil and Grape Seed Oil all help to improve the skin, from the inside out.

-100% Natural Origin Blush ($28) - Incredibly fine, micronized texture provides a soft, natural color for superior blendability. Rich in natural and organic ingredients such as Karanja Oil, Argan Oil and Grape Seed Oil, this blush keeps skin healthy while imparting incredible color. Suitable for all skin types, the silky texture of the blush is ideal even for damaged or dehydrated skin. This blush is the perfect partner to the PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Baked Illuminator or 100% Natural Origin Bronzer.

Available in six shades:

• Tulip – Cotton candy peach
• Peony – Shimmering apricot
• Rose – Matte rose
• Begonia – Electric rose
• Cherry Blossom – Shimmering petal pink
• Delphinium – Shimmering dusty pink

-PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Lipsticks ($20)- Innovative botanical formula is nourishing for lips and the environment. Sold in 20 fabulous shades, nine of which are designed by celebrities. Two dollars from every sale benefits the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®.

-100% Natural Origin Lip Gloss ($20, above) - Finally, a gloss that’s good for your lips and good for you! Its natural, organic ingredients care for your lips and ensure a smooth texture. These silky, luscious glosses offer high-shine in a non-sticky texture. The Lip Gloss is perfect for layering over lipstick, for added luster, or lip liner, for a soft, natural look. Infused with Karanja Oil, Grape Seed Oil, Sweet Almond Oil and Apricot Wax, this Lip Gloss moisturizes while improving lip texture. Available in eight pretty, wearable shades, each with a floral inspiration:

• Sunflower – Sheer gold
• Dahlia – Opalescent pink
• Geranium – Sunny rose
• Magnolia – Icy pink
• Poppy – Sheer, sparkling poppy
• Geranium – Sheer plum
• Bonsai – Shimmering sand
• Jasmine – Nude quartz

As much as I love the large tins of Cargo Gloss, I might possibly love these glosses even more! Geranium is described as Sunny Rose (actually there's 2 which I don't understand) but I used the Sunny Rose one. It's gorgeous! The perfect pink color without stickiness or being too thick. I highly recommend it, and so does mother nature.

Face Candy Grade: A+

-100% Natural Origin Lipliner ($16) - Formulated with Organic Beeswax and Jojoba Oil, this lipliner softens and moisturizes lips to keep them pucker-perfect. Smooth and blendable, the lipliner applies without skips, creating a natural, gorgeous look. The perfect partner to PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Lip Gloss or 100% Natural Origin Lipstick. Available in two classic shades: Rose and Pink.

-100% Natural Origin Lip Balm ($20) - This rich and creamy balm restores, replenishes and cares for dry, chapped lips. Infused with Organic Cocoa Butter, Sunflower Seed Oil, Beeswax and Grapefruit Extract for added care, it provides a clear base for lipstick, gloss or lipliner, or can stand alone for a natural, healthy look.

-100% Natural Origin Eye Shadow ($20) - This smooth, easy-to-blend eye shadow is infused with natural and organic ingredients for healthy skin and incredible wear. Available in 18 shades inspired by tropical gardens, the high pigmentation gives great color payoff, ensuring that eyes will truly shine! The formula contains Karanja, Argan and Grape Seed Oils that combat the signs of aging while moisturizing and revitalizing the eye area.

-100% Natural Origin Eye Liner ($16) - A high-performance eye lining pencil with a rich color payoff, PlantLove™ 100% Natural Origin Eye Liner is long-lasting and glideable – a true treat for the eyes! With a smooth and blendable texture, the formula is comfortable on the delicate eye area. Available in six easy-to-wear shades:

• Black
• Dark Brown
• Light Brown
• Khaki
• Bronze
• Midnight Blue

-Green Goddess Collection ($36) - A collection of eye shadows and blushes. The four easy to wear shadows (Bamboo, Thyme, Beech and Lily) are infused with natural and organic ingredients for rich payoff and long wear. The two universally flattering blushes (Peony and Rose) give cheeks a natural radiance.

Pink Product: Anastasia Swarovski Pink Ribbon Precision Tweezers/ Giveaway!

Anastasia Swarovski Pink Ribbon Precision Tweezers ($33)- Handcrafted in Italy, these slanted tip and calibrated tension tweezers handles fine hairs with ease. This special edition is hand-adorned with Swarovski Crystal Pink Ribbon. 50% of proceeds will go to The Entertainment Industry Foundation - Women's Cancer Research Fund.

GIVEAWAY!!!
In honor of October being BCA month, I'm giving away a pair of these tweezers. All you have to do is leave a comment (on any post, saying how breast cancer has affected you) between now and October 31st. I will also be doing "Comments for the Cure" for the weekend of October 25th. For the 25th and 26th, for each comment made, I will donate $4 to the BCRF. So please, please, please help me spread the word.

Thanks!!

Review: Sundari Chamomile Eye Oil

Sundari Chamomile Eye Oil ($42) - Smoothes and replenishes delicate skin around eyes. Healing Chamomile Oil and Emollient Avocado Oil nourish and soften skin. Natural antioxidants, Vitamins A and E, nurture the skin and help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

In Clinical Studies:
-64% of users felt that their eyes looked smoother, had better texture and fewer lines and wrinkles.
-44% improvement in spacing of fine lines
-26% improvement in spacing of crows feet
-52% of users rated this product better than their current eye treatment product.

This tiny bottle of oil is surprisingly worth the $42. Apply a drop with your fingers over the outer eye area, but avoid the eyelids. The light-weight oil will disappear instantly into the skin. I use this at night and have been really pleased with the results. The eye area appears to be smoother and softer. I look less tired. It does nothing for dark circles, but it is perfect for the outer eye area.

Face Candy Grade: A

Review: Luster 1 Hour White

I recently tried the Luster 1 Hour White At Home Tooth Whitening System ($39.99.) It puts the perfect tooth whitening experience into the palm of your hand. The dentist-invented system contains three components that work in conjunction to revitalize your smile in the comfort of your home. Independently Clinically Proven to be Safe and Effective.

I'll admit that I was skeptical at first. But I figured I don't have the money for expensive dental proceedures to whiten my teeth. I gave it a shot, while watching TV. Simply use the mouthwash, then brush the whitening gel onto teeth. Then you hold the light up to the teeth for 2 minutes, it has an automatic timer that turns it off when time's up. While it's a little annoying to have to hold the light up to your mouth, it's a small price to pay for actually whiter teeth without the sensitivity some people experience with dental strips. Neat concept. Whiter teeth in 1 hour. Would I lie to you? Go ahead, try it. You know you want to...

Face Candy Grade: B+

Review: Kimiko Lifting Puff Blush

The future of makeup has arrived: clinical skincare fused right into cosmetics. Kimiko Beauty indulges your skin in luxurious treatment with every application: lip tints that color and plump, concealers that treat and hide, powders that hydrate and firm, and eyeshadows that smooth and lift. Look younger and save time while giving your skin the treatment it deserves.

Lifting Puff Blush ($38)- This amazing powder blush lifts and enhances your skintone with Hydra-FirmaLift™ and Vitamin E. Lifting Puff Blush brightens your cheeks while giving you an uplifting skin treatment. Natural tones are buildable for that just right glow. A purse-friendly blush with flow - through puff applicator and mirror built into the cap for easy touch ups on-the-go! Wearable, portable, convenient. Who could ask for anything more?

Available in:
Golden Geisha - warm pink-bronze with shimmer
Plum Wine - berry-pink with warm shimmer
Cherry Blossom - golden peachy-pink with shimmer
Sweet Lychee - soft matte natural pink

I used Plum Wine, obviously you have to remove the clear plastic cover between the powder and puff to let the powder seep into it. (I'm a little slow sometimes, so it took me a few minutes to figure out why no powder was coming out, lol.) Dab the sponge onto your hand until you can see the color coming out. Pat it onto your cheeks and you've got a very natural looking blush. I like the small size and that it's got a mirror on the top for on-the-go application. Also, the treatment while acting as a cosmetic is a cool concept. All the products multi-task! The powder itself is light and can be layered for deeper color.

Face Candy Grade: A

Pink Product: Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion ($35)- The classic Clinique lotion with a key chain that has a "C" and a BCA pink ribbon. $10 supports the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

New MAC Collections - Cremesheen and Suite Array

Cremesheen- Speak softly, say something shocking! Cremesheen gives weight to your words, lightness to your lips! Application glides. Texture talks to you. Finish has the last word. But be warned- exotic sensation at the slightest titillation! A new vocabulary for lips, colour, shine. A next generation, creme-based lipstick that imprints bright, full colour with soft and supple shine. Lightweight, texturally slick, it provides full, rich coverage and easy application. Limited edition.

LIPSTICK ($14)
Creme D’Nude - Pale muted peach beige
Ravishing - Clean lightly peachy coral
Speed Dial - Light blue pink
Fanfare - Mid-tone yellow pink
On Hold - Mid-tone yellow raspberry
Speak Louder - Clean poppy blue pink
Modesty - Muted neutral pink
Hot Gossip - Mid-tone pinky plum
Crosswires - Clean pinky orange
Stay In Touch - Lightly yellow brown
Brave Red - Bright yellow red
Dare You - Deep brown red
Party Line - Red-tone plum
Hang-Up - Deep berry

Suite Array- Reserve the Luxury Suite. New Eye Shadow Suite with Pearlglide Eye Liners provide all the accoutrements: luminescence, iridescence, phosphorescence, good design. These duo compacts imbue exceptional sparkle, add innovation in the most sophisticated new colour alignments. Check in for bewitching bedroom eyes, day and night.

EYE SHADOW SUITE ($16)
-Sweet Liaison
Small Pan: Pale yellow with gold pearl
Big Pan: Deep brown with gold pearl
-Rose Suites
Small Pan: Intense blue pink
Big Pan: Light yellow pink with silver pearl
-Team Violets
Small Pan: Dark burgundy with burgundy pearl
Big Pan: Mid-tone violet with gold pearl
-Counterparts
Small Pan: Deep forest with gold pearl
Big Pan: Mid-tone orange with gold pearl
-Shallow V. Deep
Small Pan: Bluish green with gold pearl
Big Pan: Mint with silver pearl
-Blue Zone
Small Pan: Deep grey/green with silver pearl
Big Pan: Light ice blue with silver pearl
-Ocean 2
Small Pan: Mid-tone blue with silver pearl
Big Pan: Light blue with silver pearl
-Smoke & Ash
Small Pan: Black with silver pearl
Big Pan: Mid-tone grey silver pearl

PEARLGLIDE EYE LINER ($14)
Bankroll - Rich green with bright green sparkle
Miss Fortune - Eggplant with light pink glitter
Spare Change - Mid-tone brown with copper glitter
Rave - Deep purple with purple glitter
Fly-By-Blu - Light blue with blue glitter
Wolf Deep - Grey with gold glitter
Molasses - Dirty brown mid-tone brown glitter
Black Russian - Black with navy blue glitter

Pink Product: Avon Breast Cancer Crusade Lip Balm

Support Breast Cancer Awareness with Avon's Breast Cancer Crusade Lip Balm with SPF 15 ($1.50.) 100% of the proceeds go to the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade.

Kyle's Bridal Beauty

This is going to be a long post, so get ready.

My skin is normal mostly, so keep that in mind. I LOVE MAC's Volcanic Ash Exfoliator. Yes, it smells like shit, but it does the job. The exfoliating bits dissolve into a kind of soapy grey sludge. Instant Gratification's name speaks for itself. Nivea's Soft Cream is a light fluffy cream that disappear into your skin without leaving a greasy film.

Clean Slate makes your skin a silky smooth canvas for foundation. I used my fingers to mix MAC Mineralize Satinfinish NC30 with MUFE HD 128. Both provided enough coverage without being masklike. I tried the trick of using a tissue to sop up extra oil and then applied powder.

I chose to use Urban Decay's PP instead of Too Faced Shadow Insurance because I personally think that PP works much better. While it does provide some difficulty in blending, it still stays put. I layered the Soft Ochre Paint Pot with Femme Fi. I then used the medium shade of Bobbi Brown's Vintage (medium grey heather) half way up my lid. I used a smaller brush to apply Chocolate Mauve (deep chocolate plum) along my lash line and smoke it up. I wanted a really dark black to make my eyes stand out, so with a wet brush I used Dark Soul Pigment (charcoal black smoked with gold) on top of that.

I had actually never used individual eyelashes before, but I did and it was easy. I applied them along the outside corners only. Using a tiny Billy B. lining brush I went around the entire eye with Black Mauve Gel Eyeliner. A bit of Blinc Kiss Me Mascara and done.

I filled in my brows with the lighter side of Anastasia's Medium Ash Brow Powder and then added a little bit of the darker side to the middle.

Elizabeth Arden's Bronzing Brush is perfect for contouring the cheeks. I chose Senna's matte bronzer. A sheer dusting of Pearl Blossom Beauty Powder to the cheekbones. A layer of the Orgasm Multiple (for pigment and staying power) with a layer of MAC Shy Beauty.

A couple spritzes of MAC's Fix + and I felt beautiful and ready. I applied my lipstick and gloss in the car before I arrived at the site. It was like 85 degrees outside and humid as hell, so touching up was definitely necessary.

There are a lot of things I forgot to do- (use lip liner before lipstick, use a shimmery lotion, etc.) it's funny what you forget when your mind is somewhere else. I DO wish someone had told me to powder my nose during pictures, but oh well. It was a perfect, beautiful day that only could have been better if my Daddy was there.