June 21st, 2009
High-definition television has brought us better image quality on screen, but that sharper picture doesn’t conceal facial flaws like analog television did. Makeup companies have to keep up with these constant changes in technology, and they’re bringing us the latest trend, the new generation of high-definition foundations. These foundations are designed to give flawless coverage; under the harshest lighting, they go undetected.
Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Cover Foundation: This oil-free formulation is great for all skin types. It provides medium to full coverage that’s not only invisible on-screen, but also in real life. From special effects to aquatic ballet, Make Up For Ever products are designed for usage across any genre of the arts. We give this product a Beautilicious rating because it comes in 25 different shades to cover a wide range of skin tones.
Product price: $40.00
Available at Sephora
Smashbox High Definition Healthy FX Foundation SPF 15: Here’s an oil-free high-definition foundation with skincare benefits. Not only does this foundation provide UVA and UVB protection, it also moisturizes and firms your skin via its patented time-releasing bio-delivery system. With this foundation you’ll get medium to full coverage with a flawless finish. It’s a perfect option if you are not
a fan of mineral foundations, and comes in 14 shades.
Product price: $38.00
Available at Smashbox on-line, Sephora, Nordstroms
Tags: Foundation, high definition, Makeup
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June 19th, 2009
Given our current economy, some of us are trying to cut costs wherever we can - even our skincare regime. Of course, we still want to look good. This bare-bones skincare regime for normal skin types is suggested as a means to keeping your skin looking healthy.
Characteristics: Normal skin is neither oily nor dry. It has a
smooth surface, refined texture, less visible pore size as well as a radiant skin tone.
Priorities of this skin type: To maintain the good balance
Basic skincare regime:
Cleanser (cleanse am/pm)
Facial Moisturizer (moisturize face and neck am/pm)
Eye Cream (moisturize eye area am/pm)
Facial Mask (mask for face and neck, 2-3 times a week)
Lip Conditioner (moisturize lips when needed)
If you are a normal skin type and addressing the needs of your skin you can have flawless skin.
As the condition of your skin changes - i.e. skin type, occasional breakout or visible signs of aging - your skincare products should adjust to address those needs.
Follow this series on skin types to determine how well you know your skin type.
Tags: flawless skin, normal skin, skincare regime
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June 16th, 2009
Most of us have lashes that either point downward or straight out, which can make the eyes look tired. A lash curler will curl your lashes in an upward direction and give your eyes a youthful, awakened appearance.
Make sure to always use the lash curler on clean lashes to avoid breakage or pulling the lashes out. After the lashes are curled you can apply mascara, which will help to set the curl. These two eyelash curlers will create an amazing difference in your eyes’ appearance.
shu uemura Eyelash Curler: This curler’s patented hinge is designed to apply just the right amount of pressure to your eyelashes. A silicone pad gives your eyelashes an optimal curl. Two pads are included with this curler, and each pad is good for three months usage. After six months you should replace your eyelash curler.
Product price: $19.00
Available at shu uemura online, Nordstroms and Sephora
A 24-karat limited-edition shu uemura lash curler is also available.
Product price: $24.00
Available only at Sephora
shu uemura Mini Eyelash Curler: Have you ever pinched any skin trying to curl your lashes? This portable mini curler is perfect for those hard-to-reach lashes at the inner and outer corners of your eyes. This mini curler also comes with two silicone pads, and has the same patented hinge.
Product price: $17.00
Available at shu uemura online, Nordstroms and Sephora
Tags: Face, Lash Curler, Makeup, Tools
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June 9th, 2009
It’s midday, and you’re wondering why your foundation and blush have disappeared from your face. Maybe your issue is makeup that’s settled into your skin’s fine lines, giving your makeup a cracked look. The solution: It’s time to prime. Here are a few foundation primers that will correct these problems and more.
Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer Light: This primer is oil-free, so it’s great for oily, acne-prone or sensitive skin. Vitamin C and peptides even out the skin tone as well as promote collagen production. This primer absorbs quickly and leaves the skin with a matte finish. It’s 60 percent water, so it doesn’t have that slippery feel you get from silicone-based primers. Smashbox was founded by the great-grandsons of Max Factor, who’s known as the father of modern makeup. It’s no surprise that Dean and Davis Factor are following in their great-grandfather’s footsteps.
Product price: $36.00
Available at Smashbox online, Sephora, Nordstorms and Ulta
Smashbox Photo Finish Color Correcting Foundation Primers: These colorful primers are designed to even out your skin tone. The apricot-colored primer is a blend that conceals under-eye circles, veins and sunspots. The green-colored primer is a corrector that minimizes any redness on the face. The lavender-colored primer is a color balance that neutralizes the sallowness in yellow skin tones.
Product price: $38.00
Available at Smashbox online, Sephora and Nordstroms
Nars Makeup Primer: This lightweight gel-cream primer absorbs quickly; it contains natural botanicals that reduce the appearance of redness. It’s a great product for men who suffer from redness after shaving. The French-born Francois Nars started his career as a makeup artist, working with top magazines such as American Vogue, Italian Vogue, Harpers Bazaar and Elle. Women everywhere covet his successful cosmetic company. I am a personal fan of his Orgasm blush.
Product price: $33.00
Available at Sephora and Nordstroms
Tags: Face, Makeup, Primers
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June 9th, 2009
Caudalie Gentle Cleanser: This cleanser is ideal for normal to combination skin. With one press of the pump, the liquid transforms into a mousse that leaves the skin feeling soft and clean. This product contains polyphenols, which are extracted and stabilized from grape seeds. This process was first introduced and patented into the cosmetic world by Caudalie. Research has shown that polyphenols are a powerful antioxidant. They help protect the skin from harmful environmental influences called free radicals, which contributes to 80 percent of our skin’s aging.
Product price: $10.00 - $26.00
Available at Sephora
Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser: Here is an ideal cleanser that won’t strip your skin and is suitable for all skin types. This one-step cleanser will remove makeup and dirt from your skin; it’s formulated to unclog pores but gentle enough to use around the eye area. However, if you like a cleanser that foams, this crème cleanser is not for you. Philosophy focuses on the principles of health and wellness, and each product displays a personal belief.
Product price: $10.00 - $40.00
Available at Philosophy online, major department stores and Sephora
Shiseido Benefiance Creamy Cleansing Foam: This product will cleanse and remove makeup for women with normal to very dry skin. The tiny granules contain a highly effective humectant called bio hyaluronic, which helps draw moisture from the atmosphere to the skin. The more moisture your skin can retain the better chance you have at keeping those fine lines at bay. Benefiance is a great cleanser to switch to during the winter months when your skin is experiencing surface dehydration.
Product price: $34.00
Available at Shiseido online, major department stores and Sephora
Fresh Cucumber Cleansing Foam: This soap-free foaming cleanser is great for sensitive skin. It’s the gentlest cleanser on the market, and it’s designed to dissolve makeup and impurities. The cucumber extract helps to sooth and hydrate sensitive or dry skin. This cleanser also aids in improving the skin’s elasticity. Fresh combines beauty secrets of our ancient past with the ever-changing technology of the present.
Product price: $48.00
Available at Fresh online, major department stores and Sephora
Peter Thomas Roth Beta Hydroxy 2% Acne Wash: This is a great deep-cleaning cleanser for oily skin. It doesn’t over-dry the skin but leaves it feeling refreshingly clean. Salicylic acid deep cleanses pores, clearing up whiteheads, blackheads and acne blemishes. Peter Thomas Roth is a clinical line devoted to bringing you skincare with effective ingredient levels.
Product price: $35.00
Available at PTR online, Sephora and Ulta
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