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FEATURED - Tuesday, December 11th 2007

MAC Metal-X: A New Generation of Eye Shadow

A cream to powder metallic shadow that provides liquid metal effects. Goes on smoothly, blends like a charm. An extremely luxurious highlight/finish for eyes, cheeks and skin.

The colors pictured are Virgin Silver: A Metallic silver with white pearl and Plum Electric: a Deep purple with red pearl, which is the hottest color this season.  The Virgin Silver and the Plum Electric are the only two shadows I picked up on this collection.  Plum Electric is by far the best color of the Metal X eye shadows.  One reason I love the Virgin Silver is it's perfect for highlighting and for your lid, so you can avoid those crease lines.

My Review.  This isn't like most MAC eye shadows out there.  Most reviews have mainly been negative due to the consistency.  To get the best results you must put this eye shadow on with your fingers and do not use a makeup brush.  This eye shadow is not crease resistant, So, be sure you apply as a highlighter or on the eye lid.  Overall, this eye shadow is okay as long as you are patient enough to work with it.

FEATURED - Thursday, December 13th 2007

Super Savings: Stila Cosmetics Warehouse Sale

 

Stila Cosmetics is having a Virtual Warehouse sale.  Save up to 70% off on selected items.  Hurry, and snatch them up while supplies last. Free Shipping with $75.00 purchase, use code STILALOVER.

Tuesday, January 15th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: A Mei Review and Swatches

A Mei Amore! Growl!  Can I just say how impressed I am over this collection!  For starters, the details on the eye shadow palettes are incredible!  Beautiful stitching!  And, the packaging is to die for, of course!  The Biggest hit of this collection, that you will hear me raving on about, is the lipstick, Siss!  OMG!  If you love neutrals, you have to have this lipstick!  In my personal opinion, it is the best true "nude" lipstick out there!  But, I knew this lipstick was going to be a hit because it sold out in a matter of hours online.  

LIPSTICKS: Siss, A Muted golden beige (satin).  This is a completely nude lipstick.  When I hear the term "nude," the first thing that comes to mind is Christian Louboutin nude high heel shoes.  And, that is exaclty the color of this lipstick.  It is not sheer whatsoever, it is a matte to satin lipstick.  I have been on a hunt for a true nude beige lipstick for so long, and I am so excited about this!  This literally sold out in a matter of hours when MAC released it online.  Good news is MAC has it back online, and it's only a limited supply, So don't miss out!  Ruby Woo, A Vivid blush red (matte).  This is a very pretty and intense matte red lipstick.  I would almost have to describe it as a Christina Auguilera red.  I love bold red colors, so I was quite pleased with the color also.

LIPGLASS: She's a star, A Lustre-shined light neutral gold (Frost).  This is a must have with the Siss lipstick.  Since the lipstick is a matte to satin, the lipglass gives it a polished look, which is gorgeous.  Love Rules, A Fuchsia with white sparkle pearl.  This is more a a dark fushia pink color with alot of shimmer.  The MAC website swatch looks completely lilac purple, and it's not at all!  It gives Ruby Woo that kick and shine it needs if you don't like matte lipstick.  For those who didn't get a chance at the Malibu Barbie lipglass, from the almost instantly sold out, Barbie loves MAC collection, well Love Rules is VERY VERY similar.  The only difference is Love Rules is just a tad bit darker, but, just as shiny and beautiful as Malibu Barbie Lipglass.  I'm going to try to get a swatch up today comparing Love Rules and Malibu Barbie.

EYE SHADOWS: Bold Eyes. Three shades of Eye Shadow Venus (S), Freshwater (VP), and Carbon in a compact featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei’s native Taiwan embroidered onto a plaque insert.  Venus and Freshwater are MAC standard colors.  Freshwater was my favorite out of these colors.  Neutral Eyes, Three shades of Eye Shadow Vanilla (V), Mulch (V), and Brown Down (VX) in a black compact featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei’s native Taiwan embroidered onto a plaque insert.  All three are MAC standard colors.  Overall, the eye shadows packaging was more impressive than the colors.  But, if you don't have these colors, it's well worth it.  A 213 SE eye brush is included in both palettes.

Overall, I loved this collection.  Buy worthy is the lipsticks and lipglasses.  If you love nude, and I do mean "nude" Siss lipstick is for you.  It can also be spiced up by a pink or peachy lipglass that would look great.  I love this color so much,  that I'm going to order me another one before they are gone!  Update: The Siss lipstick sold out AGAIN, in just hours after MAC recieved some in stock! Ruby Woo lipstick has also sold out.  If you had a chance to get this, please let me know how you like it!

{Photo via: Steph's Closet}

FEATURED - Wednesday, December 26th 2007

Mac Cosmetics: Authentics Collection

 

MAC Cosmetics introduces Authentics.  You invented sexy, you created cool. Bring out what's authentic in you with this chic collection of colours and textures - neutral beige with pink pearl, moss green, blackberry and deep coral - because real style never fades.

A limited edition Face Palette specially created to compliment the shades and authentic all MAC spirit of our Originals collection. Features a Powder Blush, three Eye Shadows and 213 SE Brush.  US $34.00.  This exclusive Face Palette is only available at Macy's and other federated department stores December 26, 2007.

I wasn't all that crazy about this MAC collection, but, since I received a Macy's gift card from Christmas, I couldn't resist to spend it on a MAC product.  The deep coral peach blush is one thing I am looking forward to seeing in person.

Check out my review and swatches for MAC Authentics Face Palette.

FEATURED - Friday, December 28th 2007

The Wonders of Photoshop: Before and After

The wonders of Adobe's Photoshop.  Here are two very noticeable examples of what the miracle program can do.  Everything you see from Magazines to Billboards are using this program for retouching.  Cosmetic Surgeons owe a big "Thanks" to Adobe's Photoshop for the HUGE increase of sales over the last five years. 

The fact of the matter is we are portraying this picture perfect image that isn't so perfect after all.  Sure, it would be nice to stop the aging process, but, that's NEVER going to happen.  This is a part of life that we will never be able to control (thanks to adam and eve for picking the apple).  Let's just face it, we age, get over it already!  Young teens and adults around the world idolize these celebrities.  Are we sending out the wrong message?  YES!  I would much rather open a magazine and see someone natural then see a photo completely retouched. 

To all the parents out there.  Please teach your young teens the importance of self confidence at an early age.  Show your children these examples, and keep them away from magazines!  Magazines only bring self confidence down.  To make matters even worse, school photographers are now offering retouching options available on school pictures for additional costs.  Are you kidding me?!  That's right, even the schools are supporting this! 

Anyone that is considering plastic surgery, please research the doctor and procedure thoroughly.  Do background checks on the doctor and make sure he/she hasn't been involved in any malpractice suits.   Cosmetic Surgery is like any other operation, complications can arrise at anytime.  For example:  Kanye West's mother, Donda West, died from plastic surgery complications back in November 2007.  Such a horrific tradegy for Kanye West and his family and friends.  To find out further, Jan Adams, Donda West cosmetic surgeon, was involved in 9 malpratice suits.  Even the most expensive, most qualified plastic surgeons cannot promise a surgery without complications.

Saturday, January 5th 2008

Mac Cosmetics: Sculpt and Shape Collection

MAC Cosmetics released Sculpt and Shape collection on Dec 26, 2007.  A more provocative foray into the fine art of sculpture.  Silky, jet-milled highlighting powder followed up with matte contour powder finish to embolden the shapes and volumes of your own personal work of modern art.  Be an artist in full command of your medium.

Sculpt and Shape Powders.  A duo-pan shaded compact featuring a contour and a highlight powder in shades selected to complement each other. Professional formula. Jet-milled, ultra-smooth to apply: provides almost imperceptible shading. Use to shape and define the facial planes, or define the shape of the eye.  Available in 4 different colours.

These powders are not new to MAC.  They are available at most of the MAC PRO stores, but sold as two seperate colors.  So, you are getting 2 for the price of 1, without the double price tag.  I've been wanting to try these ever since they were released at the PRO store.  But, everytime they have sold out like hotcakes.

MAC also released three new makeup brushes in this collection. 

MAC 138 Tapered Brush.  Domed brush of ultra-soft, natural fibres featuring a slightly pointed tip with round chiselled sides. Specially designed to streamline and enhance the makeup technique of sculpting and shaping.  US$52.00.

 

 

MAC 169 Angled Brush.  Synthetic, angled for precision, this brush is specially designed for the application/blending of face or cheek product.
US$32.00.

 

 

 

MAC 223 Eye Blending Brush.  Synthetic, tube-shaped with tapered tip, this brush is specially designed for the application/blending of face or eye product. US$28.00.

 

 

Check out my review and swatches for MAC's Sculpt and Shape Collection.

Monday, January 7th 2008

MAC: Sculpt and Shape Swatches, Reviews

I purchased the color Accentuate/Sculpt (actual picture above).  The shade description: Pale blushed beige/soft taupe brown.  My skin tone is Dark Light to Medium.  I don't usually use MAC's foundation or powder because my skin is very sensitive and tends to break out easily.  But, when the SA told me it was non-acnegenic and dermatologist tested, I thought I would give it a shot.  And, have to say I absolutely LOVE this product!  The best news is it works perfectly with my skin.  I love conturing and highlighting powders, and if you've never tried counturing this is your chance to try it for a fairly reasonable price of $21.00.  Unfortanetly, I'm not the lucky ones to have perfect cheekbones, but this powder certain gives the delusion of it (if applied correctly), and that's what I love about it so much! 

I use the lighter color on the top on my cheekbone, and the darker color in the middle of my cheekbone.  Be careful on the darker color because you dont want to put too much or you will have a noticeable darker streak.  If the darker color is too dark, try mixing both colors together.  I also use the lighter color as a highlighter on my forehead, temples, and nose.  To make this look absolutely gorgeous, use MAC's emote blush.  This blush was released in the Storm Signals Collection (My all time favorite collection in 2007), as a limited edition color, So, I'm not sure if it would be hard to find or not.  Since, I love this powder so much, I will be also purchasing Warm Light/Definitive for Summer.  A Clean peach/mid-tone reddish brown, for much darker skin tones.

 

Above are the Sculpt and Shape product swatches for Accentuate/Sculpt.  No base was used on this product swatch.  I also wanted to show that the two colors mixed, creates a nice color that isn't too bold.

MAC also released three new makeup brushes in this collection.  The only one that really intrigued me was the 138.  It is the perfect brush, espically for MAC's Sculpt and Shape powders but, I just couldn't justify spending $52.00.   Espically, when MAC has so many great collections coming up in spring/summer 2008 that I need to save my money for.  Not to worry though, the 138 is going to be a permanent brush.  I'm almost confident that these powders will work for anyone.  Just make sure you get the correct color for your skin tone and most importantly a good brush.  I cannot stress how important it is to use makeup brushes.  They are the most important tool for a flawless and sanitary makeup application.  If you cannot afford a MAC brush, try Sonia Kashuk brushes available at Target stores.  I have found that some Kashuk brushes are better than MAC and for a great price.

FEATURED - Monday, January 7th 2008

MAC Cosmetics Authentics Review and Swatches

The Above is an actual picture of the MAC Authentics Face Palette that I took this morning (I felt like being creative today)!  At first, I really wasn't thrilled about this collection.  I only ordered this because I was given a Macy's gift card for Christmas.  I have to say, I am pretty excited I did.

The very first thing that caught my eye on this palette was the blush color.  It is a very peachy to deep coral color that will look gorgeous for Spring and Summer.  So, I am quite pleased with the blush.  Blackberry is one of MAC's standard eye shadow colors.  A purplish-brownish color, perfect for crease lines.  The Moss Spot is a gorgeous moss greenish-yellow shadow that looks beautiful with green eyes espically.  Total Bliss is my favorite out of the bunch.  It is a light neutral beige with pink reflects, which is great for a highlighter also.  I am pleased with all the eye shadow colors.  Although, I don't think I would wear them all together at once.  But, don't knock it until you tried it, right?  So, I will be trying the look soon.  Another reason I like this palette so much is, you can toss it in your purse, pocket, back-pack,  and have a blush, eyeshadow (s), highlighter, and 213 SE brush.  It is perfect for those stay overs and for quick, on-the-go touch-ups.

I used two different kinds of bases on these eye shadow swatches.  The top set is used with MAC Paint in Sublime Nature, which is more of a matte based texture.  The Bottom set is used with MAC Paint Pot, Bare Study, a shimmery paint.  Overall, I think the matte paint had more color payoff and a slight shimmer to it, which was perfect.

On the Blush, I did not use any base underneath.  I absolutely love this peach coral color.  It looks great on darker skin tones as well as lighter skin tones.  Remember, this is an exclusive, limited edition palette, and only available at Macy's and other fine federated department stores.  This is not available at any of the MAC Stores or online.  If you are somewhat on the fence about this, I would go ahead and purchase it.   You can't go wrong with this face palette.  Your getting: 1 Blush, 3 eyeshadows, compact mirror, 213 MAC eye brush, all for $34.00.  Would you buy this palette?

Wednesday, January 9th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: A Mei Makeup Collection

A Taiwanese pop sensation, the yin-yang of her personality are celebrated in this iconic signature colour collection. Bold for her rocker side. Low-key and neutral for those soft pop moods. This is A Mei, in all her shades - up close and personal.

A Mei: 3 Neutral Eyes (LE). Three shades of Eye Shadow in a black compact featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei’s native Taiwan embroidered onto a plaque insert. Each colourwave in the collection has its own colour signature: Blue/Fuchsia for Bold, Red/Yellow for Neutral.  Limited Edition.  US $30.00.

A Mei: 3 Bold Eyes (LE).  Three shades of Eye Shadow in a black compact featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei’s native Taiwan embroidered onto a plaque insert. Each colourwave in the collection has its own colour signature: Blue/Fuchsia for Bold, Red/Yellow for Neutral.  Limited Edition.  US $30.00.

MAC For A Mei Lipstick.  MAC Lipstick featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei’s native Taiwan screened onto the case.  Two colors available: Siss, A Muted golden beige (satin), and Ruby Woo, A Vivid blush red (matte).  Ruby Woo is pictured.  I just checked the MAC site and Siss lipstick has already SOLD OUT!  Be sure you grab these quick!

MAC For a Mei Lipglass (LE).  Limited Edition Lipglass featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei's native Taiwan screened onto the cap.  Two colors available: She's A Star, A Lustre-shined light neutral gold (Frost), and Love Rules,  A Fuchsia with white sparkle pearl (Frost).  US $14.00.  Love Rules is pictured.

MAC, you are killing me and my bank account, literally!  The, A Mei Collection, is now available online.  Not only did the A Mei Collection release today, So, did the N Color Collection!  My Wallet just can't take this abuse!  But, I just can't say NO!  Really, there should be a some kind of AAA classes for MAC, because I know there's alot of us out there!

This morning, at 5am to be precise, I was writing an article for my blog, and I saw the MAC Cosmetics email pop up.  It went down hill from that point on!  I knew MAC would be releasing these two collections about the same time.  I ordered the entire, A Mei Collection, as soon as I received my email.  The MAC Sales Associate told me last week that this was limited production collection which basically means, it will sell out super fast.  Siss, A Muted golden beige (satin) lipstick (not pictured), has already SOLD OUT online in a matter hours!  If your a MAC lover, you know never to wait until the last minute on these limited edition collections!   And, I am so glad I snatched these up! Their has been countless times I've debated on something and ended up missing out on it, because I waited to long.  And, I forbid to pay those outrageous prices on Ebay.

One thing I'm really excited to see is the eye shadow palettes (even though most are standard MAC colors), and the Siss lipstick that sold out in a matter of hours online.  "Blue and nudes are definitely the "IT' color for Spring/Summer 2008.  

Check out my review and photo swatches for MAC A Mei Collection.

Friday, January 11th 2008

A Sweet Deal For Stila Cosmetics Lovers

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Friday, January 11th 2008

Stila Cosmetics Resort Collection

Beautiful, Bronzed, and Gorgeous!  Stila Cosmetics, introduces a new eye shadow trio to the Resort Collection.  Champagne Glow, features pink, cool taupe, and rich brown shades.  Stila eye shadow trio's are known for their high pearl content and gorgeous shimmer.  This is a must for any bronzed sun goddess!  Boy, I cannot wait until summer!

Last Summer, I was able to try, Stila's Gold Glow eye shadow trio (pictured below).  And, I have to say I absoultely loved it!  It is one of my all time favorite eye shadows.  So, I am very excited about this new one.  Gosh, where can I begin with these.  The colors and the shimmer is just gorgeous!  I use them as highlighter, eye shadow, lip base, and anywhere on your body!  If you do not like shimmer, then, you will not like this product.  But, if your all about shimmer and being a bronzed beauty, then this is a must have for summer!  I love this so much, I am going to get the remainder of the collection.  The pink cheek duo is also gorgeous!  See collection photos below.   Don't forget to take advantage of Stila's 2 for 1 Sweet Deal. 

Thursday, January 17th 2008

Stila The Winter Sale: Save Up To 50% Off

The Winter Sale.  Save up to 50% off on some items.  Limited supplies only, So hurry and get them while they last.  Free shipping on $50.00 or more, enter STILALOVE code at checkout.  Free Belle of the Ball Palette on $75.00 or more, enter BELLE code at checkout.  Don't forget to use coupon codes if you do order.

FEATURED - Tuesday, January 22nd 2008

How To Make Your Brushes Last Longer

The key to long lasting makeup brushes, clean them regularly!  Keep brushes clean and bacteria free by washing at least once every week with Baby Shampoo or a gentle cleanser.  Snip away frayed ends to give that flawless application.  Make sure you shape brissles right after cleansing and let air dry. 

TIP: Invest in a good makeup brush.  It may be expensive initially, but, in the long run it will pay off.  Some of my brushes are 11+ years old!  I try to stay away from brush sets.  I know it's hard, because it's a great deal.  But, in most cases "sets" are usually processed through a machine compared to hand glued, and there is a big difference!  Brush sets are ideal if you are a beginner or even a daily makeup user.  But, if your serious about makeup, a quality brush is a must!

Note: Not washing your makeup brushes regularly can cause acne break-outs, and skin irritations due to bacteria that lives in your brushes!  Eww!  So, if you have any mysterious breakouts or skin irritations you may want to clean your brushes or any tools you use on a regular basis.

{Photo via: Steph's Closet}

Tuesday, January 22nd 2008

Are You A MAC Original: Contest Ending Soon

Don't forget, Are You A MAC Original contest ends January 31, 2008.  All entries must be received by 11:59pm EST on January 31, 2008. So, don't miss out and be sure to get your picture in before it's too late!

Contest Rules.  Entrants must register to enter contest. Contest requires an upload of a photo, plus a 200 character description on why they are a "MAC Original". All entries on the site must be received by 11:59 PM EST on January 31, 2008. All votes must be received by 11:59 PM EST on February 8, 2008. Unless the entrant otherwise agrees, any information collected through the Contest shall be used only to administer the Contest in accordance with these Official Rules and applicable law.

Note: Entry must be made by the entrant, only at the Entry Site. Entries made by any other individual or any entity, and/or originating at any other Internet web site or email address, including but not limited to commercial Contest subscription notification and/or entering service sites, will be declared invalid and disqualified for this Contest. The use of any device to automate the entry process is prohibited.

Check out all the Are You A MAC Original entry pictures and votes.

Monday, January 28th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Fafi Website Coming Soon

Stay up to date on details and information on MAC Cosmetics next biggest limited edition collection, Fafi.  I haven't talked about this collection all that much, just because I haven't had much time!  It's definitely not because I'm not excited!  But, get ready for the biggest collection since, Barbie loves MAC.  I expect this to be sold out almost instantly on some items.  Stay tuned for the product pictures and color story. 

Check out the picture below.  I thought I would drag out my Barbie Loves MAC Collection, or at least what I have left of it.  Aggh, the memories of the Barbie loves MAC days!  Do you think the Fafi collection will uphold to the infamous, Barbie Loves MAC?

THE BARBIE LOVES MAC MEMORIES!

Monday, January 28th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Slimshines Relaunch

MAC Cosmetics introduces the relaunch of Slimshine.  Product Description: A new Lipstick combining creamy emolliency with a unique sheer colour pay-off. Provides the shine and moisturizing comfort of a gloss but with a smooth, non-sticky finish. Distinctive on and off. Comes packaged in its own stylish extra-long lipstick case.  Release is expected February 7th, 2008.  Cost USD $14.00 each. 

If Slimshines sound familiar, well they are.  These were introduced last year and were quite a hit!  If you love lipstick but, you feel it's too dry, then Slimshines are for you!  I had a chance to try them last year, and I absolutely loved them!  I love lip gloss but, feel it's too sheer sometimes, and lipstick is just too dry, so this is perfect for me.  The only BAD thing about these lipstick wonders is, they go really, really FAST!  And at, $14 bucks a pop, not sure if it's really worth it.  But, I still will be picking up one or two at least.

7 Brand new colors are being released along with 13 repromoted ones from the original release date, for a total of 20.  See all colors below.

Assertive Warm brown with golden pearl (Matte).

Grenadier Deep blue-red coral (Cream).

Intimidate Creamy plum (Cream).

Missy Pastel coral (Cream).

Rock Out Clear blue with gold pearl (Cream).

Think Tan Deep brown with gold pearl (Matte).

Voile Canary yellow with gold pearl (Matte).

Repromotes:  Bare, Cocoamour, Funshine, Gaily, Long Stem Rose, Lovey Dover, Most Wanted, Mousse, Pleasing, Prudeaux, Urgent!

 Check out MAC Slimshine product swatches.

{Source via: Specktra}

FEATURED - Wednesday, January 30th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Fafi Collection Color Story

These pictures clearly speak for themselves!  WOW, was my first expression when seeing these product photos back in December of 2007.   There is always one or two collections that will be a huge hit, and this is going to be one of them!  I'd never thought any collection could top Barbie loves MAC, but, I may be wrong!  So many things I'm looking forward to seeing in these collection.  Paint Pots, Blush, Eye Shadow Palette's, Nail Polish, Lipstick, Lipglass, Fafi Doll's (not pictured but, will sell out super duper fast), and the cosmetics bags.  Which, pretty much sums up the whole collection!  Last year, around the same time as Barbie love MAC was released, the Barbie Dolls sold-out instantly, and were going for $400+ on ebay. 

Fafi, a french Graffiti and Fine Art Graphic Artist, who is known for her images of sexy and liberated girls.  Her drawling and graffiti's are absolutely amazing!  If you've never seen any of her Drawling's or Graffiti's, click here to check them out.

Now, on to business!  This rare, limited edition collection, officially releases on February 13th, 2008.  Be sure to keep up-to-date on the Fafi Collection in your area, by signing up on the MAC website.  Check out the amazing color story below, that leaves me drooling at my desk.

Lipstick
Fun ‘n’ Sexy Blue pink with blue pearl (G)
Not so Innocent Sheer tan with pink and peach pearl (G)
Utterly Frivolous Rosy coral with pink pearl (L)
High Top Grey purple with blue pearl (G)
Flash-n-Dash Intense tangerine red with pink pearl (G)
Strawbaby Coral rose with rainbow pearl (L)

Lipglass
Cult Face Blue mid-tone pink with white pearl (F)
Sugar Trance Creamy soft pink with white and rainbow pearl (F)
Squeeze It Brassy plum (F)
Totally It Sheer bright pink with intense pink pearl (F)

Eye Shadow  Quad's (x4)  Fafi Eyes 1
Howzat Deep grey with silver sparkle (S)
Hey Neutral tan with pearl (VP)
Pink Venus Washed pink (L)
Vanilla Soft pale-peachy-ivory flecked with shimmer (V)

Fafi Eyes 2
Bold as Gold Yellow gold with gold pearl (L)
You’re Fresh Pale green with silver sparkle (L)
Shockwave Intense orange with silver sparkle (V)
Prankster Muted dark blue (S)

Paint Pot
Nice Vice Dirty purple with purple pearl (F)
Girl Friendly Creamy grey pink (C)
Layin’ Low Creamy beige (C)
Cash Flow Green gold with gold pearl (F)
Perky Cream coral with white pearl (S)
Rollickin’ Aqua blue green with white pearl (F)

Fluidline
Blacktrack Solid flat black

Eye Kohl
Smolder Intense black
Fascinating Snake-eyes matte white

Zoom Lash
Zoomblack Rich black

Powder Blush
Hipness Intense coral with soft white pearl
Fashion Frenzy Mid-tone blue pink

Iridescent Pressed Powder
Sassed-up Soft coral pink with gold sparkle
Verve-acaious Intense yellow gold with gold pearl
Belightful Gilded peach bronze

Nail Lacquer
Girls Will Be Girls Pink with coral pearl
Boom! Rich eggplant with purple pearl

Brushes
210 Precise Eye Liner.
129SH Powder/Blush (with decorated pouch).
208 Angled Brow Brush.
182 Buffer Large Brush.

Bags
Rectangle M.A.C/Small/Clearly Fafi
Rectangle M.A.C/Mini/Clearly Fafi

Fafi Dolls
Fafinette

{Source via: Specktra}

Saturday, February 2nd 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Upcoming Collection Dates

An MAC ADDICT Ultimate Resource for 2008 

Slimshine - 2/7/08 (Int'l March 2008) Permanate MAC Line
Don’t speak. Lips are in danger of all manner of delicious indiscretion. Seductive in colour, shine and staying power. Seven new Slimshine Lipstick shades and 13 bring-back shades invite colourful, ultra-glossy conversations. People will talk.  

Check out the review and photo swatches for MAC's Slimshines Collection.

Mineralize Foundation - (LE) The release date keeps changing
Making headlines with our lightest mineral infusion yet! This unique loose powder foundation brushes on to adhere smoothly to the skin. Provides a radiant natural matte finish with medium-buildable coverage, and SPF 15 for everyday sun protection.

Fafi - 2/14/08 (Int'l March 2008) (LE)
A trendy collection inspired by the French Graphic Artist, Fafi. 

Check out MAC's for Fafi product photos, review & swatches part 1 and review & swatches part 2. 

Strobe - 3/6/08 limited edition
This collection includes: Strobe Liquid, Strobe Cream, Strobe Lip Conditioner, and 4 different shades of Tinted Lip Conditioners.

Check out the review and photo swatches for MAC's Strobe collection.  

Viva Glam VI - 3/6/08
Introducing a Special Edition VG VI Lipglass and new spokesperson into our mix - Fergie! A radical spirit, Fergie burst onto pop culture as female lead in the Black Eyed Peas. She joins Eve and Dita von Teese in speaking out on behalf of VIVA GLAM VI.

Check out review and photo swatches for the new Viva Glam VI Lipglass. 

Beauty Powder Blush - 3/13/08 (Int'l April 2008) (LE)
A micronized powder blush with a subtle pearlize pigment, 8 new shades and 2 re-promoted makeup brushes.

Check out review, swatches and product photos for MAC's newest Beauty Powder Blush. 

Heatherette - 3/20/08 (Int'l April 2008) (LE)
24-Hour Party People know what time it is when N.Y.'s counter-culture couturiers create a paint-by-numbers world of drama with two glittering looks. Choose from Good Girl for day, Bad Girl for night...or be the superstar you are and flip it!

Check out the review, swatches and product photos for MAC's Heatherette Collection.

Euristocrats - 4/1/08 European Stores only 

Naked Paris - Sheer pink brown with multi-dimensional pearlized pigments (lustre)

Rue D' Bois - Sheer mid tone pink with multi dimensional pearlized pigments (lustre)

Patisserie - Sheer creamy neutral pink (lustre)

Barcelona Red - Frosty deep coral (frost)

Costa Chic - Frosty light coral (frost) ***A LUST have for coral lovers***

Milan mode - Sheer deep pink with multi dimensional pearlized pigments (lustre)

Going Dutch - Frosty mid tone pink (frost)

Saint Germain - Pastel pink (amplified creme)

London Life - Sheer deep berry with multidimensional pearlized pigments (lustre)

Ramblas Red - Blue red (amplified creme)

Cockney - Sheer yellow red with multi dimensional pearlized pigments (lustre)

Neon Orange - Bright clean orange (Amplified Creme) (PRO Store)

Show Orchid - Vivid hot pink (Amplified Creme) (PRO Store)

Full Fuchsia - Bright clean warm pink (Amplified Creme) (PRO Store)

Fast Play - Medium neutral pink with plum-brown undertones (Amplified Creme) (Repromote)

Bombshell - Soft bright rosy-pink with golden shimmer (Frost) (Repromote)

Check out Specktra's fabulous swatches for this colorful lipstick collection.

Dress Camp - 4/17/08 (Int'l April 2008) extremely rare and "very limited"
Super hot Asia exclusive collection.  This collection will not be available at MAC stores only online.

Check out the review, swatches and product photos for Asia's Dress Camp.

Dazzleglass - 5/1/08 (Int'l May 2008) (LE)
Electro-pearl atoms blast their light as Lipglass gets the dazzle treatment. High-shine + large particle quartz and opal crystal captured in a great new formula with light-reflecting, crystalline iridescence. To be this dazzling: that's power!

Check out the review, swatches and product photos for MAC's new glitter lipgloss.

Naughty Nauticals - 5/1/08 (Int'l May 2008) (LE) 3-part release
Sailors, ahoy! In her fleet of pinks, corals, reds, and the deepest navy Nail Lacquer seen this side of Marseilles, she's uniformly chic, and cruising for romance. In style and desire, she's poised for perfection. Go overboard!  

Check out the review, swatches and product photos for this Naughty collection. 

Stowaways Quad - 5/1/08 Part of the Naughty Nauticals Collection and only available at Nordstrom.

Skinsheen - 5/1/08 (LE) (Int'l June 2008)
Legs...Bronzed to distraction. Seductive and cruise-worthy. A sprayable lightweight gel that unlike your fancy, never drifts. Brushes lightly and flawlessly over the skin. For the ultimate secret application and smoothest sheen, try the 179 Body Buffer Brush.     

Neo Sci-Fi - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE) 3-part release
Spinning glamour into another orbit: our magnetic field of hot fluorescents, modern buffs, beiges and flesh tones are destined to test the laws of your style gravity. With these supersonic shades and neon orange compacts, go shock the galaxy! 

Check out the review, swatches and product photos for the Neo Sci Fi Collection. 

Future Earth - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE)
Lava-licious! The power of Volcanic Ash brought into one dynamic all-black element, Volcanic Ash Exfoliator. Mineral-rich. Cleanses, exfoliates, makes skin look radiant. Its glowing compliment: new Prep + Prime Microfine Lip Refinisher.

Check out the reviews, swatches and product photos for the Volcanice Mask and Lippie.  

Solar Field - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE)
Alternate sun power. Glamour beams across the universe via new Solar Bits: free-formed clusters of rich pigment and pearl. Its full-volt complement: skin made provocatively golden through Bronzing Powder in Solar Riche and Refined Golden

Check out the review, swatches and product photos for the Solar Field Collection.  

Tendertones - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE)
Sexier on the lips than balm. Silkier than gloss. More protective than naked. A lipcolour that combines soft shine, easy glide, and double-smooth satin finish with an everyday sun protective formula. To treat your lips...Love 'em tender.

Check out the review, swatches and product photos for this cult lip balm.  Check out Loreal's HiP Jelly Balm - is an excellent alternative that's actually better than MAC.

Summer Trend Bags - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE)
Shine-blasted. Shockingly fluorescent. Our easygoing Softsac goes patently neon in three tote-along sizes: mini, small and medium. Utterly functional and fun. The best complement to the M·A·C Neo Sci-Fi collection. Available in three buzzed-up colours. 

Cool Heat - 6/12/08 (Int'l July 2008) (LE)
Some looks are too hot for summer to handle but not Cool Heat. Sweltering corals, chill-out blues, complemented by Turquatic and its warm new sister shade, Turquatic Heat, create this season's coolest - and steamiest - beauty paradox.

Check out the review, swatches and product photos for this energetic collection. 

New View - 7/08
Natural and Shimmer. The split personality of powder to sheerly and subtly perfect skin with dimensionality and mineralized starshine. These Mineralize Skinfinish duos are state-of-the-art simplicity, high-resolution finish. 

Sonic Chic - 7/08
Mineralize Blush to break the style barrier: Screamingly chic, but soft, sheer, lightweight. Enhance cheekbones, create planes and contours with the 181 Buffer Brush for flawless blending. The fastest route to perfection yet is Ultra-Sonic.

Check out the Review and Photo Swatches. 

Electroflash - 7/08
Mineralize Eye Shadow in nine new duos with unblinking courage, and convincing new combinations. Add Lipglass and Lipsticks with quantum physics energy, in companion colours and electro-lustres. Electricity is our most precious resource...everybody, electrified!

Check out the Review and Photo Swatches. 

Colour Forms - 7/18/08 (Int'l August 2008) (LE) Nordstrom Exclusive

Lustre Twins - 7/31
Nine new shades of Pro Longwear Lustre Lipcolour featuring an exclusive sheer pigment top coat, with three Nail Lacquers. Separate if you must, but these Lustre Twins shouldn't live without each other. Codependent couture colour and shine starts here! 

Starflash - 7/31
Hollywood's new Power Couple. Our 12 new limited-edition Starflash shadows, combined with Kohl Power Eye Pencil. Shades for a smooth, creamy, cushioned life. Provides the double-wattage impact that will take you to the new stylesphere!

Check out the photo swatches and review. 

Cult of Cherry - 8/21 The new forbidden fruit. Deep, dark, dramatic. Lips ripened with juicy cerises and intoxicating kirsches while eyes smoulder in luscious spiced chocolate. With its sense of way-to-go dark, this is how we separate the bitter from the sweet...Fall drama just got more delicious. 

Check out the photo swatches, review, lip looks using cult of cherry lipstick colors, nail polish swatches and my makeup haul.  

Overrich - 8/21 Fall for luscious. Eight pigments that keep you de-lovely and delicious as ever. Oxidized, rich-metal hues are a cakewalk to apply, for eyes, face and all the sweet spots...These Overrich pigments satisfy an appetite for glamour.  

Check out the photo swatches, review and my makeup haul.

Suite Array - 9/25 Check-in to the double-delight luxury of our new Eye Shadow Suite. Eight shadow duos in unexpectedly fresh and frivolous colours paired with one of our new Pearlglide Eye Liners will provide you with all the accoutrements of day and night bedroom eyes.

Check out the review and photo swatches. 

Gold Fever - 9/25

MAC for Ungaro - 9/25 Dreamy, softly impressionistic, reverential...To celebrate his exciting debut, It-Designer, Esteban Cortazar, celebrity makeup artist, Sharon Dowsett, and M·A·C come together backstage to create a colour collection in the spirit of today's Ungaro.

Check out the review and photo swatches. 

Red She Said - 10/16 The retro-starlet allure of Hollywood glamour, with a modern twist. A season where lips connive, then confess in shades of provocative holiday reds. Party season and passions flare! "Red" She Said, and no one could resist her.

Check out the review and photo swatches.

Monday, February 4th 2008

Bobbi Brown: Pink Satin Collection Exclusive

Bobbi Brown's Pink Satin Collection.  Colors and Collection created exclusively for Neiman Marcus and only available in this palette.  Retailing $140.00 USD.  Don't miss out on this limited edition collection!  Although, I haven't seen these colors in person, they look gorgeous on-screen. 

The Pink Satin Collection includes:
• Metallic Eye Shadow Palette with Navajo, Hot Stone, and Pink Ice shades.
• Lip Gloss Palette with Spring Blossom Shimmer, Posey Shimmer, and Pastel Pink shades.
• Mini Brush and Palette Case crafted in black nylon holds the entire set and includes three mini brushes: Blush, Eye Shadow, and Lip Brush (with protective cap).

Don't forget to use promotional code "NMLOVE" at checkout, for FREE 2-Day shipping, if your interested in purchasing this.  Also, receive a mini deluxe sample of No Smudge Mascara with any Bobbi Brown purchase.

FEATURED - Tuesday, February 5th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Slimshine Now Available

Don't speak. Lips are in danger of all manner of delicious indiscretion. Seductive in colour, shine and staying power. Seven new Slimshine Lipstick shades and 13 bring-back shades invite colourful, ultra-glossy conversations. People will talk.

Description: A new Lipstick combining creamy emolliency with a unique sheer colour pay-off. Finishes include cream, sparkling pearl and metallic. Provides the shine and moisturizing comfort of a gloss but with a smooth, non-sticky finish. Distinctive on and off. Comes packaged in its own stylish extra-long lipstick case.  US $14.50.  MAC Slimshine is now available online!  This collection doesn't officially release until February 7th, at most MAC stores.

I'm not in a crazy rush to get these, because they are going to be permanent, so we can finally step back and take a breath!  I really like this lipstick, the only downfall, it goes really, really fast for the price.  Bare and Long Stem Rose are great nude colors I already have.  Rock Out and Missy are new colors I want to check out.  Urgent is a nice glossy red color, that isn't too dark, has more sheer-ness to it.  I didn't get a chance to pick this one up last year, so it's definitely on my list.  I'm such a sucker for reds! 

Check out the MAC Product Swatches.  Check out the review and swatches.

Thursday, February 7th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Fafi Website Launched

Boy oh boy, MAC has been busy today!  February 7th is turning out to be more like christmas with all these new launches.  Today released on the site: Slimshines, Fafi (a preview, I mean tease), and Lightful.  Rumor is Viva Glam is releasing a new lipglass in the next few days, but, that hasn't been confirmed.  Don't forget to check out the Fafi Site, to preview all the product info and merchandise. February 13th, is getting closer for this highly anticipated collection release.  If you were at fashion week in New York, you were able to get a sneak preview of this collection.  Check out Temptalia, she had a chance to get a sneak peek at this collection, and swatch the colors for everyone.

I'm going to be the buzz killer, if you don't already know this.  I have some pretty disappionting news about this collection.  I heard, the Fafi logo's on the quad's, powders, etc., are just stickers!  WTF?!  I know, right?  What were they thinking?  I sure hope they aren't cutting back to save money, because we're sure not saving money with all these collections coming out!  That was pretty disappointing news for me.  To promote a campaign like "Fafi", with scarves, dolls, totes, t-shirts and cheap out on the packaging!  Hello, that's what we're paying for?!  It really baffles me!

Stay tuned for more on this collection.

Saturday, February 9th 2008

MAC for Fafi: Fafi T-Shirt and Product Photos

Look what I stumbled upon today at my MAC store!  And, she thought she could get away without a picture, I think not!  What a great way to start the day.  My trip to the mall today was so eventful, and I'm excited to bring some back some news!  Not only did I get to preview Fafi, and Slimshine, drum roll please....Chanel Summer 2008 Makeup Collection!  Yes, that's right another collection and it's not even spring yet!  Bring on the summer!  Let me give you a little hint, Hello PINK!  A limited edition eyeshadow quad, and one of the colors is an awesome bright pink.  Two new nail colors are introduced in this collection.  Flamingo, a bright pink and Antilope a golden brown.  Sometime in March this collection will be releasing.  I'm going to need crazy pills for all these collections!

Initially, when MAC lauched the Fafi website I wasn't really attracted to the t-shirts.  It was just something I bypassed because, for the price, I can get a quad or two lipsticks, etc.  But, they are SO cute!  Seriously, when you see them on, their adorable!  This shirt literally speaks "Bad Ass!"  Espically with some Black Satin nail polish.  If your somewhat interested in these, do not wait, they will go fast being an Online Exclusive only!

After seeing all the Fafi swatches, and reading all the information from the MAC website, I have a pretty long lost of items that I'm interested in, and can't wait to play around with colors on February 14th.  I'm trying to avoid to crowd on release day.

Firstly, being a lipstick gal, I'm mostly excited about them.  The MA said really good things about the texture, so I'm really hoping it's true!  There is 4 out of the 6 colors that I'm looking forward to trying out.  Eyeshadows are also a big thing for me.  I am loving the Fafi Quad 1.  But, I'm just not to sure about the Quad 2.  It's colors that I normally wouldn't pick out, but, I'm not knocking it down.  I'm having my MA do me up, and if it's a go, I'll definitely take pictures to show everyone.  As far as the merchandise, I'm ordering all that online.  I'm not even taking the chance.  Last year, everything sold out at my store in a matter of one hour, with the Barbie loves MAC collection.  And, this isn't the first time this has happened.  I'm hoping MAC releases it online early, like they usually do with other collections.  But, don't hold your breath, because who knows. I'll probably get all 3 dolls ($9.00 each, I thought they be alot more expensive), T-shirt, after seeing it today, and the scarve.  If you love to put scarves in your hair this is a must! 

Only, one more week left.  Stay tuned for more information.  Are you planning to purchase anything?  If so, do you already have a list?

Check out the Fafi collection product photos and Reviews; Part One and Part two.

Love the french artist?  Check out the MOB (most official bitches) Fafi inspired t-shirt.  Love this!

FEATURED - Friday, February 22nd 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Slimshine Review

Pictured above from left to right.  Colors: Grenadine, Voile, Urgent, and Rock Out.  I picked up four colors at the MAC store from the Slimshine collection.  These were the colors that mostly stood out to me.  Slimshine is not a new lip product to MAC.  These were featured back in 2007, but, with high demand, they are going to be included in the permanate line now.  So, this isn't something you have to run out and buy now, thank goodness.

 

Their is definitely some suprises and disappiontments.  Voile, a sheer golden color, that is very beautiful on or overtop lipstick.  This is a color I normally wouldn't try, but, gave it a shot and it's quite pretty with gold specks of shimmer.  This will espically look great in the summer when you don't need much lipstick.  Rock Out, a hot pink color, which is comparable to Kissable which wasn't brought back this year, has great color payoff.  

The Positive.  Slimshines are slim, sleek, and definitely stylish which is perfect for those nights out, when you need on-the-go touch ups.  Slimshine is a high gloss, vitamin e moisturizing, lipstick that is best described as the off-spring of lipstick and lip gloss.  Rock Out and Grenadine has really good color pay-off as for some of the other darker colors.  I picked up mostly darker colors because you don't need to apply as often, and you get more bang for your buck.

The Negative.  I really wanted to love these because they are so stylish and compact.  But, I remember why I wasn't so crazy about these last year.  They don't stay on whatsoever, espically the sheer colors.  I'm finding myself constantly re-applying them, just like lipgloss even after five or ten minutes, but I love the texture.  However, with the darker colors, I find myself not applying them as often because they have good color pay-off.  MAC's Slimshine promotional ad, featured the color Urgent.  This is one of the colors I was highly disappionted in because it is very sheer.  And, to get the exact color as the promo ad, you literally have to put it on 20 times, or have a red lipstick as a base.  Personally, for me these are best used over a lipstick for shine and moisture.

Overall, if you love lip gloss then you will love this product.  The two stand-out colors for me is Rock Out and Voile.  I don't do well with sheer colors, thats mostly why I chose the darker colors.  Maybe in the summer when I don't need as much coverage these will be more fitting.

Have you tried Slimshines?  If so, what do think?  Yah or Nah?