Archive for November, 2008

Champagne Lips

Friday, November 28th, 2008

We’re definitely into champagne season, but it turns out drinking it isn’t the only way for it to pass your lips this Christmas! Too Faced have just launched a lipstick called Lip Of Luxury, and as well as beautiful packaging, and an extra luxurious, moisture drenched lipstick with enriching shea butter, it contains pure champagne read more »

Paul & Joe do Disney

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

Cult brand Paul & Joe are known for their kitsch packaging and attention to detail with their products, and the new range they’ve just launched is no exception. The Limited Edition Disney Collection is a selection of products with cute Disney inspired retro packaging, featuring characters from Bambi, Lady and the Tramp, and The Aristocats. read more »

Winter Glow

Friday, November 21st, 2008

Whilst most of us are probably only dreaming only dreaming of winter sun at the moment, as opposed to actually experiencing it. However there’s nothing wrong with a bit of healthy glow, whether it’s fake or not. Benefit’s Moon Beam is perfect for adding a light bit of colour without going over the top. It’s read more »

Light and Dark

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

We’ve seen a lot of dark, smokey make up this season, and whilst that’s all well and good, sometimes it’s nice to have a bit of light sparkle to contrast those sultry eyes. Nails are great for adding a contrasting colour to your make up, and No7 have a lovely pale pink sparkly nail varnish read more »

Chanel Christmas 2008

Friday, November 14th, 2008

Chanel have just launched their Christmas 2008, and as always it’s pure luxury and sophistication. Being Christmas, the colour theme is gold and silver, with subtle shimmers and high intensity metallics. My favourite product has to be the Poudre Precieuse, a shimmering loose powder. With lots of tiny sparkly particles, simply use the handily shaped read more »

Sparkly Seduction

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008

The Body Shop have just launched a great range of glittery make up, called the Sparkly Seduction Collection. There are two Sparkle Eye Palettes, in Gold and Greens and Blues and Pinks. the lighter shades in each palette are perfect for highlighting the corners of the eye and the other shades are great for a read more »

Laura Mercier Eyes

Friday, November 7th, 2008

Laura Mercier make up is fast becoming a cult make up brand, favoured by many celebrities. The Metallic Creme Eye Colour is perfect for winter – skin is often drier so cream and mousse eyeshadows are better at staying put than powders. They come in 8 subtle shades, ranging from pinks to purples to browns, read more »

Pixi Fairy Dust

Tuesday, November 4th, 2008

Glitter eye make up is the perfect way to go from day to night in one swoop of an eyeshadow brush. Personally I prefer a powder eyeshadow for metallic shades, as mousses and gels often crease and fade, needing reapplied, which is the last thing you want to be worrying about. Pixi Beauty have this read more »