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We love nail art like any other chick, but what we don't love is the time, effort and concentrated steady hand it requires. Enter in- the Konad nail stamping system

Check out the fabulous results this kit gives: 


While the designs may look like they've been done with the steady hand of a nail technician, they're actually done with stamps and by using the Konad plates. It...
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The dropping thermometer outside and the cranked up heat inside can make your skin appear lackluster and dull. Here are a few products and tips for a healthy glow perk-me-up.

Tip # 1: Prep your skin according to the weather

Your primer should change according to the weather just like your skincare routine. In warmer climates when there’s a lot of humidity, a silicone-based primer creates a...
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Confession- I love candy corn. I'm generally a fan of all candies but right around this late October/November time, I get cravings for the sweet, syrupy taste of candy corn! One of the things I love about candy corn is the colour combination. Yellow, orange and white look so fresh and fall like together, so I thought, why not try it on nails? Just in time for your Halloween celebrations,...
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With the final instalment of Harry Potter coming out in theatres earlier this summer, we won't be surprised if we see a ton of witches, wizards and warlocks roaming the streets this Halloween! We decided to try our hand at creating a Harry Potter inspired 'Bellatrix Lestrange' halloween look. This is a great idea for anyone who still hasn't found a costume yet because it...
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Don't get freaked out by the picture- we swear, it's all just makeup! 

Did you leave your Halloween costume 'til the last minute this year? Did you get a last minute party invite and have nothing to wear? We've got you covered! This gruesome scar technique is the perfect idea for the Halloween procrastinator! We were inspired by this eerie 'Creepy Doll'...
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Halloween is the perfect time to get creative and have fun with your look! You can get away with dramatic eye makeup and who doesn't love the look of big, eye opening false lashes? We created the perfect 'Woodland Fairy' make up look with romantic sunset colours but we think toned down with a sweep of mascara and muted colours, this look could definitely be pulled off for day to day...
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We've fallen head over heels in love with the ombré look! We saw it in hair and on nails - the ombré lip is the next big thing!


(From Left) Miu Miu model looks classic and glamorous with an ombre lip. Ombre nail art is a modern and simple look that looks way more difficult to apply than it is. Lauren Conrad has been at the fore front of the ombre movement sporting the hair, lips and...
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Tom Pecheux created this stunning look for Peter Som’s S/S 2012 show and we just can’t get enough of it! The look is termed "banana eyes" (a sweep of shadow in the socket with a banana shape) with a violet and dark purple palette. 



To get the look

(1) Apply a wash of light violet on the lids and a wide line of darker purple in a banana shape above the eye socket and on the lower lash line.
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Blue is everywhere these days: blue sky, blue water...blue eye shadow. It’s a tough colour to wear, but when you use it properly it’s a stunning way to add some colour to your look this summer. So ChickAdvisor asked Covergirl make-up artist Greg Wencel to give us some tips on how to go blue. 

There's a myth that only blue-eyed girls can wear blue eye shadow, but whom does it look best...
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A vibrant red lip is a timeless, universally flattering look that can instantly make a women feel powerful, sexy and oh-so glamourous.


Kim Kardashian, Scarlett Johannson, Hilary Duff

Here are six easy steps to create a gorgeous red hot pout:

Step 1: Use a Lip Exfoliator on your lips to create a smooth and clean base for the makeup.

Step 2: Outline your lips with a Lip Pencil in a similar colour to...
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