Eyes, Lips, Face Articles

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Keeping your makeup looking fresh in the sweltering heat can be tricky. Try these  products and tips to help you beat the summer heat.
 
For your Face


The key for makeup that stays put is a good primer: it not only primes and evens out the surface of your skin, but also creates a barrier between your makeup and skin. Try Per-fekt Beauty Skin Perfection Gel (2) or Laura Mercier Oil Free...
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I will be the first to admit I didn't expect Annabelle's eyeshadows to make a fan out of me. Since I am spoiled by the latest and greatest beauty launches, I'm more likely to get excited over a new sample of YSL than a shadow that retails for $4.25. Well, Annabelle has proved me wrong!





Have you tried Annabelle's mono shadows? What did you think?

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I don’t wear a lot of make-up everyday, but the items I fall in love with... I definitely put to good use. These are the five beauty products I need with me everyday:

(1) Neutrogena Oil Free Moisture SPF 15 is my perfect face cream in the morning. It’s light and doesn’t make my face oily throughout the day.

(2) CoverGirl Instant Cheekbones Contouring Blush is a layering blush. The three...
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My makeup stash is dominated by tried-and-true favourites, but the Summer 2010 beauty launches introduced new must-haves and reminded of other seasonal standbys I just can't live without.  Here are My Five:

(1) Mary Kay's Ultimate Mascara wears so soft, only the gorgeous volume and length will betray the fact you're wearing it at all.

(2) Clarins Instant Sun Light Eye Quartet &...
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A bold red lip is an easy way to feel gorgeous and glamorous in a snap, but so many women steer clear of crimson pouts because they’re afraid of the intense colour, smudging or bleeding. Take courage: with the right colour and proper application techniques, a bold, red lip can instantly transform.

ChickAdvisor’s Cathy Morrison models this hot look today.

To make sure your lips are soft, gently...
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Are you having a hard time finding a mascara that gives you the length you desire? Then it's time to try a lash activator. Instead of counting on mascara to give you the illusion of longer lashes, lash activators increase the natural growth rate of your eyelashes.

  • Lash Activator Mascara is formulated with a multi-faceted lash-enhancing complex
  • Clinically shown...
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When the YSL bag arrived, we all gathered around unpacking the lipsticks, glosses, bronzers and cream eyeshadows calling dibs on our favourites. Though we get a lot of Beauty Booty at the office, we still get very excited about pretty packaging. Just look at that lipstick! Wouldn't you feel so glamorous pulling that out of your handbag? And at $35 a pop, you should!

1. Mascara Aquaresistant in...
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Today's mail brings a colourful new collection from M.A.C for Dare to Wear. Colours like Sassy Grass (#3) and Dare to Wear Lipglass in So Bad (#4) are meant to be as over the top as recently minted spokesperson, Lady Gaga. Also included were a couple of pieces from M.A.C Alice + Olivia collection (#1 & 2). Described as "hip and happy", these playful colours are inspired by a + o's...
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When we think of Fall makeup, we envision warm browns and rich jewel-tones like plums and greens. At the Fall preview event, GOSH Cosmetics surprised us with pastels!
GOSH Makeup Artist Sidsel Marie Bog creates a glamorous look with the new collection.

Try new Soft'n Shine Lip Balms ($15 CAD) and Effect Powders ($13 CAD) available in August 2010.
The Quattro Eye Shadows in Vanity Pastels and...
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Dolling ourselves up to go to the beach or out on the town with the girls for martinis this summer has become more vibrant and colourful.  Whether it’s on your eyes, cheeks, lips or nails, expect brilliant purples, flirty pinks, bright blues and teals.

“It’s becoming more accessible to wear colour on a daily basis, brighter coloured eyeshadows (especially),” says Tarina Tarantino,...
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