Friday November 20, 2009
"The Twilight Saga: New Moon" premiered at midnight and according to the LA Times it has already creamed Harry Potter sales from this past summer. So for all the Twilight fans out there I'm here to remind you to make sure to get your vamp on, not only this weekend but also daily via your makeup collection. I know there is a lot of Twilight and New Moon merchandise flooding the market right now, but the Twilight Beauty line ranks at the top of my 2009 favorites list. Here are some of my faves that you can really sink your teeth into:
Luna Twilight Mortal Glow Blushing Crème in Adrenaline or Swoon (Compare Prices) - this is a mousse-cream blush that simply glides across your skin, blends easily, and ends with a satin finish. The marbled design is utterly beautiful itself, so just imagine what it looks like on your cheeks!
Luna Twilight First Light Face Glow (Compare Prices) (also available for body) - if you want to grab that red carpet glowing look then this is your product. I absolutely LOVE glowing cheeks, but the Twilight version gives your skin that extra hint of otherworldly beauty.
Twilight Venom (Compare Prices) - talk about a lip stain with a bite! The vial itself screams "vampire" with the clear container of what appears to contain blood. With a simple shake of your wrist the concoction in mixed and ready to apply, leaving your lips plumped with a shimmery crimson hue. Once you have your come hither Edward pout you can head out to catch the movie.
Personally I'm hoping to see the movie this weekend or next week at the latest. But for those of you that aren't sure where or what time New Moon is showing near you, simply go to the Fandango Website, plug in your zip code and the day you want to see it, and voila! You'll be lost in the deep brooding presence of Edward Cullen before you can say 'Twilight". Just don't forget your new Twilight makeup first!
Photo Taken by: Stephen Lovekin(Staff) / Getty Images
Tuesday November 17, 2009
There are three things a foundation needs in order to become a staple in my makeup bag: 1) Ease of Use. 2) Good Color Match. 3) Don't Make me Look Older Than I am. Those three "musts" aren't too much to live up to, or at least I don't think they are. I mean, I could get super picky and say that it has to be 100% natural and can't cost more than $10. Well actually, one of my favorite "cheap" foundations is under the $10 mark so score another point for it!
If you're curious as to what foundation I am raving about it's Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Cream Compact Foundation (Compare Prices). Even though there are foundation brands that cost more than $10 that I love, I can't help but to push Maybelline's to the top of my list and here's why:
It glides on easily and blends naturally.
It doesn't make my skin dry or clog my pores.
When they say "age rewind" they mean it since it doesn't sit in fine lines.
Read the entire review of Maybelline's Age Rewind Foundation.
So if you're looking for a quick and easy foundation for the holidays I would highly suggest this one! After all, with shopping, decorating, and family time who has time to worry about how great your makeup looks?
Photo Taken by: Faith Lawless
Friday November 13, 2009
Through this weekend you can snag a really fab Estee Lauder Gift with Purchase from your local Bloomingdales, or on the Bloomingdales Website. So here is the breakdown of what you get once you purchase $39.50 or more:
Deluxe Eyeshadow/Blush Palette: Warm OR Cool shades.
Two lipsticks: Pure Color Crystal Lipstick in Nectarine OR Pure Color Crystal Lipstick in Sugar Honey, and Pure Color Long Lasting Lipstick in Pink Parfait OR Pure Color Crystal Lipstick in Crystal Pink.
7 day supply of eye care: New Time Zone Anti-Line/Wrinkle Eye Creme, Resilience Lift Extreme Ultra Firming Eye Creme, Hydra Complete Multi-Level Moisture Eye Gel Creme, OR Advanced Night Repair Eye Recovery Complex.
14 day supply of moisturizer: Time Zone Line and Wrinkle Reducing Creme SPF 15 (Normal/Combination Skin), Resilience Lift Extreme Ultra Firming Creme SPF 15 (Dry Skin), Hydra Bright Skin-Tone Perfecting Moisturizer Creme (Dry Skin), OR DayWear Plus Multi Protection Anti-Oxidant Creme SPF 15 (Normal/Combination Skin).
Sensuous EDP Spray (deluxe travel size).
A purple pebble cosmetic bag with black patent trim.
As a bonus, once you spend $75 or more you also get a Bonus matching patent trim tote bag to go with your cosmetic bag. The great thing about so many different lines having gift time right now is that you can team up with friends, buy from different lines, and then have a makeup sample swap with each other. Another great idea is to grab your holiday gifts now, so you can either give that special someone an extra freebie OR you can keep the free gift for yourself. But no matter what you decide, hurry, because the Estee Lauder GWP at Bloomingdales ends this weekend!
Tuesday November 10, 2009
Right now Nordstrom Clinique is having the Trina Turk Bonus Time. Once you spend $25 or more you will get a trendy Trina Turk cosmetic bag and 7 fabulous and FREE Clinique items. The products inside are some of my personal Clinique favorites, and the colors given are perfect for the upcoming holiday season. You have until November 22nd to get yours, so here is what you will get:
Liquid Facial Soap in Mild (1.7 oz.)
All About Eyes (0.17 oz.)
Blushing Blush Powder Blush in Cupid (0.06 oz.)
Travel-Size Colour Surge Eye Shadow Quad in Pink Chocolate
Lash Doubling Mascara in Black (0.14 oz.)
Long Lasting Lipstick in Pink Chocolate (0.14 oz.)
3-Piece Makeup Brush Set
Photo Provided by: Clinique
