‘Were painting our toenails red’

February 19th, 2010

The imminent release of Tim Burtons Alice in Wonderland seems to have got people all a frenzy.

With heated discussions afoot between the big cheeses at Disney and a few of the big players in cinema over the release window, there is concern that some of us might not even get to see the film!

This would be a travesty indeed but to ensure you get your piece of wonderland no matter what we suggest you invest in these delightful O.P.I nail polishes, or one of them at least.

OPI has created these four limited edition shades to tie in with the release of one of the most anticipated films of the year (which hopefully we will get to see!).

The first of the fantastic four is Absolutely Alice- An absolutely amazing blue glitter. The second is named Thanks So Muchness! and is a fantastic shimmering red. For a more sophisticated and powerful look then why not go for the Queen of Hearts favourite shade Off with Her Red! Or alternatively you could get in touch with your crazy side with a coat of Mad as a Hatter- A madly marvelous black-multi glitter.

You can purchase these colours as a mini set for a very reasonable £12.15 or if one particularly tickles your fancy then why not get the full size version for £9.95, both available from ASOS.

Treat your hair to some fudge

February 18th, 2010

…No, we don’t mean smother your barnet in the extremely sweet confectionary, although what we propose is equally as delicious.

Fudge Ends Miracle Smoothing Treatment For Silky Ends £13 describes itself as a miracle treatment for hair and never has a truer word been spoken.

Fudge are experts in haircare and have mixed together everything that is great for your hair and packed them into a little test tube. The blend of proteins will mean moisture for parched locks and because the formula focuses on healthy ends, the treatment will prevent them from drying out and causing those dreadful spilt ends.

If your hair is really in need of some tender loving care then begin to incorporate this treatment into your everyday haircare routine. Once the locks have got a bit of zest back then you can keep this clever little potion for a once a week treat to maintain your new fabulous hair.

You can pick this product up from most hairdressers retailing Fudge or alternatively you can order it from the comfort of your own home, just visit ASOS.

Purple Rain

February 12th, 2010

Pastel shades and ice cream colours are one of the hottest trends in the beauty world this spring summer. Violet hair extensions at Proenza Schouler and lilac lids at Dior have shown us that purple is a very versatile and wearable shade.

Make up fairy god mother Pat McGrath gave the models at Versace lilac fever with a soft pastel lavender all the way up to the brow line and a dash of purple eyeliner along the lash line for extra definition. To achieve this look at home try Urban Decays eyeshadow in Flash and for Versace style drama use Mac’s eye kohl in Prunella.

If your a lilac lover but purple make up is a bit too much for you then you could opt for a spot of purple on the nails. Try 17 lilac storm from Boots.

Paul & Joe Limited Edition Spring Collection

February 11th, 2010

Asos have some great beauty products on site at the moment, but our favourite by far is the new Paul & Joe Limited Edition Spring MakeUp Collection. These products are exclusive to Asos and you won’t be able to find them in your local cosmetics store.

The lip gloss lacquers £18 are great for some spring time shimmer. You can choose from three different colour palettes, all of which come in the best packaging we’ve seen in a long time. These will give your lips natural moisture all day with the addition of a clear bright colour of your choice.

The other online exclusive is the Limited Edition Sparkles Face and Eye Colour £14. There are three fabulous palettes to choose from, from every day nudes to the very on trend pastels, you can create a huge variety of versatile looks for spring. The palettes create a translucent shimmer for the face and eyes so could be used as a highlighter to bring out your features or as an eyeshadow.

Both of these are a must for any hardcore make up fans! Snap yours up from Asos now before they all disappear.


How to get the perfect Valentines day pout

February 9th, 2010

Ladies it is time to temporarily put your lipstick aside because the only thing to be wearing on your lips this springtime is the lip stain or the lip stick pencil.

The ever faithful lipstick will not be gone forever and will remain firmly in our hearts, but this Spring it is time to try something new. Lip crayons, stains or lipstick pencils may all have different names but in principal they are the same. A glossy crayon which glides onto the lips leaving a shine lacquered finish.

The difference is they make for much lighter wearing in hotter months and due to the stain like texture that sinks slightly into your lips as opposed to sitting on top of them you won’t be popping to the powder room every five minute to reapply.

They offer versatility as they can be worn in a number of different ways to achieve different looks. For that everyday work affair simply apply a thin natural looking layer and once you’re off the clock and ready for some night time escapades apply more layers for a more dramatic effect and you could even pop some clear lipgloss on top for extra sheen.

We particularly love Barry M’s new Lip Lacquer Crayon. It is steal at £4.95 and comes in five glamourous shades. The smooth and silky application provides comfort for the lips and the bright and bold choice of colours will give you the perfect pout.

You might remember us recently raving about the brand Bloom. Well they also have a fabulous lip stain pencil which gives semi permanent colour to leave your lips looking polished. Bloom also say that it is totally kiss proof! Perfect for Valentines day. You can pick yours up today from Superdrug.

Liz Earle Superskin Concentrate

February 8th, 2010

Liz Earle have always produced natural and nourishing products which work miracles for the skin. Their new Superskin Concentrate is no exception. It is a blend of 100 pure plant oils, intended as a night time treatment to restore the skin.

The softening argan and rosehip oils help to hydrate dry, mature skin and the lavender and chamomile essential carry plus protective vitamin E to help to revive the skin.

In terms of consistency this product is far more like an oil than a serum so it initially might ward of those with oily or combination skin. However, it actually works magic on calming oily t-zones and can help even out uneven skin tones.

Use the concentrate a few nights a week instead of your normal night moisturiser to see the best results and for those of you who currently swear by Decleor Aromessence oils, this is definitely a must by to see how they compare!

You can purchase Superskin Concentrate for £36.50 ether directly from the website or from QVC. Also whilst you are there be sure to browse their other products, we especially love Superbalm which is a great alternative to Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Protective Cream, only it smells far more divine!

Fakebake Platinum Facial Self Tan With Anti- Ageing

February 5th, 2010

This facial self tan treatment is so fabulous that it even won the European cosmetics innovation prize for active ingredients. If you had doubts that this didn’t work then that should surely make them scarper!

The breakthrough treatment includes the latest anti-ageing ingredient – PhytoCellTecTM Malus Domestica, which is a bit of a mouthful but prevents chronological ageing by protecting the longevity of skin stem cells.

With age, the number of skin cells in a human’s decreases and their ability to maintain and repair the skin becomes less efficient. The active ingredients in the new formula mean that each cell will now have the ability to regenerate new organs. In lamens terms it will help to prevent your skin from ageing.

As if thats not enough, the gentle formula will also give you a long lasting, natural looking tan all at the reasonable price of £30.00 from ASOS.

Hair-growth drug that improves length and thickness of lashes

February 4th, 2010

An eyelash solution intended as a prescription treatment for people who don’t have enough eyelashes could spell the end of mascara, reported The Daily Mail.

If you could say goodbye to messy mascara application and wake up with fuss free long thick and dark eyelashes would you?

Well this could all be possible if eyelash lengthening drug Lattisse receives its European drug license. The drug which was initially intended for people suffering from eye issues such as glaucoma has been found to increase length, thickness and darkness of lashes.

It is now being used as treatment for people suffering from hypotrichosis, which is the medical terminology for not having enough eyelashes, as well as being used by chemotherapy patients. Already having gained a drug a drug license The United States, it is also already being used by women as a cosmetic treatment.

Women who participate in the U.K trial will be given the £100 treatment for a six month period. The liquid drug is to be applied daily in a similar way to a mascara and can also be worn under your usual make up whilst waiting for their lashes to thicken.

Should Lattisse successfully achieve its European drug license we can all say a fond farewell to expensive and inconvenient eyelash extensions, false eyelashes and lashings of mascara, we live in hope!

Radiance Brightening Eye Make-Up Remover Pads

February 2nd, 2010

imple products are great. They do exactly what they say on the tin without fuss, frills and an expensive price tag.

Their latest product is their radiance brightening eye make up remover pads and they are no less than brilliant. Some eye make up removing pads can be quite harsh on the skin and if you wear a lot of make up you have to do some serious arm work to remove it.

There are lots a lovely ingredients in these wipes which means your face will be left feeling soothed and nourished and Simple promises that the active ingredients and mango goodness can effectively remove even waterproof mascara and hydrate the delicate eye area.

You can purchase Simple Radiance Brightening Eye Make-Up Remover Pads £3.99 from Boots or Superdrug.

The Nail Polish Revolution

February 1st, 2010

Say goodbye to nail polish spills, smears and messy bottles because a new and rather futuristic manicure from Incoco means that the days of wondering round the house flapping your hands for half an hour are long gone.

Incoco Dry Nail Polish Strips are essentially stickers for your nails. With each packet you receive sixteen colour strips, a cuticle stick, mini file, polish pad remover and sampler. The strips allow you to select a size which fits your nail for a perfectly preened look. They go on dry so there is absolutely no mess. You simply have to make sure your nail is clean, filed and buffed before application, then you pop the nail polish pad on and file of the excess using downward motions.

If you are worried that it is going to look like you have just stuck a regular sticker onto your finger then don’t worry. Incoco strips are made from 100% nail polish which lasts for up to 14 days and contains all the nourishing care of a top coat and a base coat.

This product is fairly new to the U.K beauty market and at the moment the red, pink, fashion and french manicure collections are currently available from ASOS. However, the grass is always greener on the other site and we have noticed that across the pond they have an even bigger array of colours and shades, including an eye-catching glitter collection. We hope that Incoco is a roaring success because we would love to get our hands on the full range!

You can purchase Incoco Dry Nail Polish Strips £6 from Asos.