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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}

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 - 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?

Tuesday, February 19th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Dazzleglass Glitter Lipgloss

Description: Hi-Tech Shimmer with Multi-Dimensional reflection sparkling gliltters and pigments providing maxium high powered shine that lasts for hours.  Appealing to wear; lush, and sparkling like diamonds.  Sensational in application that moisturzes and soothes the lips to make them look luxuriously fabulous.  Contains vitamain E to keep lips looking full and lush.

Dazzleglass happened to stumble upon ebay early!  These dazzling lip beauties don't officially release to MAC stores until May of 2008.  I have no idea how sellers get a hold of products this early.  But, no questions asked, I had to try a couple of them.  The name is so darn catchy.  It just sounds like a lip gloss full of glitter, and that is exactly what it is.

The two shades I ordered are Money Honey and Funtabulous.  I have to say I love dazzleglass!  I am really impressed with the texture of these lipies.  Their not as stick as the lipglass and filled with tons of glitter with makes it a plus in my book.  And, I'm all about glitter, so I'm loving these!  There are so many colors that are going to be available, and I honestly can say, every single one looks appealing to me.

Check out all the rainbow of colors...... photo swatches and product photos.

Thursday, March 13th 2008

My Current Obsession: Dior Pretty Charms

So, I was on my way to my local Dillards in Kenwood Mall.  I had one goal, to get a bottle of Chanel white satin nail polish and then run out as fast as I can!  Well, as ya'll can see that did not happen whatsoever.  As I was running outta there, the Dior makeup artist caught me, and when it comes to beauty I can't resist, you had me at hello!  Anyway, the makeup artist was great and I learned alot about Dior that I had never known before.  The only thing that really make me look twice was the limited edition Dior Pretty Charms, which retails for $40.  Keep in mind this is not a new product.  I beleive it made it's first debut back in 2006, and sold out instantly.  So, it's back by popular demand and only for a limited time!

What is it?  A couture inspired style with a heart shape locket that opens to two lip shades and a mirror. This locket contains one shade of lipstick in matte pink, and a shimmery bubblegum lip gloss.

What I like about it?  I love when I find a product that's not only fashionable and stylish but, is also versatile in so many ways.  Everything about this locket is so girly and feminine.  The crystals, the heart shape, and lip shades.  I love couture style, so this is defintely a must have is my book.  Now, I'll tell you how versatile this is!  A lipstick, lipgloss, mirror, charm bracelet, and a purse charm for $40!  5 uses, 1 product, equals Fabulous.  Overall, for what you get, it's truely a great deal.  The best to come is yet!  Check out the picture below.

Above is a picture of my holy grail Balenciaga bag I carry year-round (PS: I only have about 5 handbags total). If you love bag charms this is an absolute MUST!  I can't even count how many people have stopped me, complimenting on Dior pretty charms!  It's truely fabulous, espically when used as a bag charm!  And, the lippies are easily accessed so you don't have to dig around in your purse!  Check out the picture below being used as a charm bracelet.

Above is a picture demostrates Dior pretty charms being used as a charm bracelet.  It's a little heavy on the wrist, but, wouldn't be any heavier if you were stacking bracelets or bangles.  I'll probably be using this as a bag charm mostly, but, looks super hot paired up with a chunky watch, so who knows.

What do you guys think?  Is this something you would wear?

FEATURED - Friday, March 21st 2008

Chanel Summer Collection: Reviews and Swatches

Overall, I was really impressed with their Summer Collection.  Chanel's last couple of collections really hasn't impressed me, so, I was pretty excited.  This collection can be for anyone.  They have all the season's "it" colors.  Peach, pink, bronze, and corals are this seasons it's colors and it think they hit the nail on the head. 

The thing I love about this collection, it's very suitable for "Green Eyes!"  I have light green eyes and olive complexion, and sometimes it hard to satisfy us, let's just say that.  These colors look amazing with green and hazel eyes.  Emeraude, gives a hint of color that's not too bold nor daring, and the Vert Bronze eyeliner, is very unique, like an olive green bronze liner.  Items I picked up: Oasis Quad, Nail Polishes, Gazelle Glossimer, Emeraude Mascara, Atoll eyeshadow fluid and Vert Bronze eye liner.  Gazelle, is by far a must have, it's simply gorgeous, and the color pay-off is great you don't even need a lipstick!

Chanel Le Vernis Nail Polish.  $19.00 USD.  Flamingo and Antilope are both limited edition colors for the Summer 2008 Makeup Collection.  Flamingo, described as a pink flamingo with gold shimmers, that makes this beautiful.  Antilope is a metallic light bronze sand color that is also gorgeous.  I think the most appealing color will be Antilope because it is a very neutral color.  Although, they are both gorgeous colors, and will sell out quicky, as most Chanel limited edition colors do.

The Flamingo and Antilope has been applied with two coats.  One thing I love about these polishes is you can contol the color completely.  They apply somewhat sheer, but, can be darkened nicely with an additonal coat.

I've been hearing alot about these two colors lately.  So, I wanted to show you guys the comparisons.  Delice and Antilope may seem similar, but, are completely different in their own way.  Delice, is a very clear-to-light beige sheer polish with lots of gold shimmer.  Antilope, is a semi-sheer, sand frosty color, that does not have any shimmer.  Although, it may be semi-sheer it applies much thicker than Delice.  It actually has good color, and can be thickened easily by additional coats.  I definitely prefer Antilope over Delice. 

Here are some additional swatches.  Stay tuned for more to come.

 

Chanel Levres Scinttillantes Glossimer.  $26.00 USD.  Gazelle, a new color this year, described as a prailine pink color with orangish undertone.  I know it's described as a prailine pink, but, I'm seeing more peach in this color, which makes this a very hot and unique color!  Repromotes: Pinup, described as a frosted golden peach color and Seashell, described as a soft shimmering bubblegum pink color.  To be honest with you, I loved every single color, even though two are repromotes.  I can't say enough good things about Chanel's Glossimer's.  They really are FAB!

 

Chanel Aqualumiere Lipshine.  $26.00 USD.  Mauritius, described as a bronzed coral color and Zanzibar, a soft peach color.

Chanel Rouge Allure Satin Lip Color.  $30.00 USD.  Naive, described as a sheer light pink color.  Curious, described as a sheer nude brown color 

Chanel Rouge Hydrabase Creme Lipstick.  $26.00 USD.  Rose Flamingo, described as a pretty pink flamingo color.  Leopard, described as a gold coral color.  Flamingo and Leopard both has awesome color payoff.  Both these colors are so calling my name, but, I just hate spending that much for lipstick!  Urggh! Check out some color combinations of the Lipstick and Glossimer's.

Here are some Lipstick and Glossimer combinations.  Again, the Rose Flamingo and Leopard are the definte stand out colors to me.  One thing I love about Rose Flamingo and Leopard, it just takes the right lip gloss and you can accomplish every color shown here.  Rose Flamingo with Seashell or any light pink gloss will create the Navie/Seashell look.  And, Leopard paired up with Pinup or any light peach lipgloss will create the Zanzibar/Gazelle look.

When creating lip combinations, I always think in terms of "good color pay-off", when choosing a lipstick color.  Because, after all, that is your prime base, so make it a good one.  And, if you have good color pay-off, all it takes is gloss to create any of look or color.  Mix your glosses with lipstick colors you normally wouldn't, I bet you'll be surpised in the color outcome!

 

Chanel Inimitable Waterproof Mascara. $27.50 USD.  Emeraude, described as a beautiful jade green color.  I messed around with the color today, and I do like it.  It's a Jade Green, but, isn't very noticable which is why I liked it.  Just a hint of color, that everyone can wear.  I espically loved it because it brought out my light green eyes.  This color would also look great with hazel eyes. 

Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Eyeliner.  $26.50 USD.  Espresso, described as a dark brown choclate color.  Vert Bronze, described as a green-bronze eyeliner.  The stand out of the two eyeliners is  definitely Vert Bronze.  It's a very unique color eyeliner that I really liked.

 

Chanel Ombre Deu Fluid Irisdescent Eyeshadow.  $30.00 USD.  Atoll, described as a gold sand color.  This color is absolutely stunning.  It's a very pretty gold sand color that looks great alone or as an eyeshadow base!  Also, looks great paired with Vert Bronze eyeliner.  I really love Vert Bronze it's a very unique eye liner color!

FEATURED - Sunday, March 23rd 2008

Make Up For Ever: Flash Color Review

What is it?  A Complete coverage, special effect cream color for your face, eyes, lips, and cheeks.

What does it do?  A must-have for any professional makeup artist, these thick creamy colors flawlessly cover the skin and can be easily shaded together to obtain a wide variety of effects, depending on the quantity applied. Use to create special effects with color like decorative designs on the face or body. They can also be used for face painting on children. Retail cost $17.00 USD.

I was first introduced to the Make Up For Ever brand last year, when I purchased a very sticky lip gloss, that I absolutely hated.  What do they always say about first impressions?  They mean everything!  Well, my first impression on this professional makeup brand, was not so good, and I never looked back until now!

I was at my local Sephora, and the beautiful stunning colors caught my eye immediately.  So, I decided to give them another chance!  And, boy was missing out.  Not, only did I discover how beautiful the Aqua Eyes eyeliner was, but, the Flash Color hit the jackpot.

Flash Color is a new product from the Make Up For Ever line, and is available at Sephora.  It can basically be used as anything!  Face, lips, eyes and cheeks!  It's so versatile, and you know me, I'm all about versatile beauty products.  The color pay-off is absolutely fabulous, and the fact they stay on forever, blows my mind away.  I'll give you an example of how powerful the staying power is.  I had to scrub and scrub to get the swatches off my arm.

Here are the colors that are available now at Sephora.

 

Just look at the color selection, it is amazing!  I'm all about color, so if you love color, this product is definitely for you.  As far as a eyeshadow creme base, this blows Urban Decay Primer Potion and MAC Paint Pots out of the water completely, as far as color creme bases.  Unfortunately, my Sephora didn't have all the colors that I could swatch, but, was able to come out with a few.  Check out the photo swatches below.

 

The colors I picked up are Coral 2, Gold 4 and Copper 19.  Sephora didn't have any other colors I wanted, thank goodness!  Because, I would of came outta there bankrupt, literally.  Coral 2 is a very beautiful color that most of us will find appealing.  Gold and Copper are the perfect colors for summer, espically if you love the gold and bronzed look.  I really wanted to get a green color but, these were flying off the shelves.

All in all, there is two lessons I've learned from my experience.  Lessons that you should follow throughout purchasing beauty products and in life generally speaking.  Firstly, don't judge "products or people" by their first impression, because you could be missing out big time.  I've sure you've heard the ole saying "Don't judge a book by it's cover", well listen to it!  It's not an old folks tale for nothing!   Secondly (not a lesson really), these are an amazing product and I can't wait to stock up on more colors!

FEATURED - Saturday, March 29th 2008

Chanel: Aqualumiere Lip Collection

We all know, when it comes to lip gloss, CHANEL ranks among the best out there.  Glossimer is hand downs the best lipgloss and my personal #1 favorite.  Leaving your lips feeling completely hydrated and full of color and shine.  If you love lip gloss but, hate the sticky mess it leaves behind, then you must venture over to the Chanel counter.

I'm really excited about this news, as a chanel glossimer lover.  Chanel introduces a new partner in crime to their Aqualumiere collection.  And, I do say "parnter in crime" because if it's anything like the glossimers....Oh boy, look out! 

Aqualumiere Gloss, a high-shine, sheer concentrate.  A daringly transparent, deeply shiny, gel-based formula that brushes on like a sheer punch of brilliant colour.  The brush applicator guarantee's precise coverage, ultra-lightweight, and comfortable on lips.  9 new colors will be introduced, retailing $26.00 USD.  Also, introduced are some new limited edition Aqualumiere lipshine colors which should be available the first week of May.

Doesn't she look absolutely stunning, and I am so loving this lip color.  I can already predict this color combination is going to be a must have for the summer!  And, I've got the scoop!

Check out the color story, reviews and swatches, for Chanel's Aqualumiere Lip Gloss.

FEATURED - Saturday, March 29th 2008

Chanel: Aqualumiere Collection Color Story

 

Effortless summer beauty starts with lips that look sheer and bright, CHANEL designs a winning colour-trifecta: vibrant transparent hues that brush on - and glide on - for a clearly brilliant finish plus the see-thru luminosity of an easy lining pencil.  The added beauty of this collection: All shades of gloss, lipsitck and liner are complimentary to deliver even more options for lips that look moist, ripe....delectable!

Aqualumiere Gloss.  A new High Shine Sheer Concentrate gloss.  A gel based, high shine formula that delivers a punch of color.  Available in 9 colors.  Retail cost $26.00 USD.  Check out the colors below.

BonBon (Beige Rose Sparkle) Vanilla* (Creme) Freeze (Caramel) Candy Glow (Abricot) Diamond Rose (Rose Sparkle) Ironic Tonic (Sparkle Plum) Party Red (Sheer Red) Glass Quartz (Prailine) Bubble Plum (Deep Plum)

 

Aqualumiere Lipshine.  New runway colors, same fabulous formula.  This high shine, sheer coverage, a CHANEL top seller, debuts four new limited edition shades.  Retail $26.00 USD.  Check out the colors below.

Stressa (Rose) Como (Beige) Majorca (Rose Silver) Palma (Abricot)

Antigua** (Peony Rose) Barbados** (Beige Pink) Java**  (Sparkle Plum) Samoa**(Copper Rose)

 

Le Crayon Gloss.  Sheer Lip Colouring Pencil.  The perfect partner for CHANEL sheer lipsticks: this easy gliding precise lining pencil sheer enough to wear with gloss or alone as all over colour.  Retail $25.00 USD.

Clementine (Coral) Fraise (Pink) Rose Honey (Nude Rose) Grenadine (Cherry Red)

*Represents U.S. shade only  **Represents Repromotes 

This collection should hit most Chanel counters within the first week of May. 

May I go ahead and put my order in pretty please?  Look at those glosses, OH my!  The first color that's calling out my name is Party Red (the sheer red lip gloss) followed by Candy Glow (peach apricot color), followed by the Como (beige) lipshine lipstick. 

PS: I did google this new Aqualumiere gloss and found one color available.  But, please be aware this hasn't been released by CHANEL or any CHANEL approved retailers.  So, make sure your ordering from an reliable source.

The Model in the Aqualumiere Promo Ad is wearing: Le Crayon Gloss in Clementine (coral), Aqualumiere lipshine lipstick in Como (beige) and Aqualumiere gloss is Candy Glow (abricot).

Check out the Review and Swatches for Chanels newest gloss.

FEATURED - Thursday, April 17th 2008

Product Review: Chanel Aqualumiere Gloss

Product: Chanel Aqualumiere Gloss

Price: $26.00

Steph's Rating:

Buy it: Chanel, Nordies, NM

Let's start off by saying, my venture to the Chanel counter was quite frustrating.  I had all my swatches ready for their photo shoot, and come to realize, I left my memory stick in my laptop at home.  Argh!  I think any beauty blogger can relate to the frustration I was feeling at that exact moment. But, no worries, I was able to go back and get swatches for ya'll. 

I was pretty excited to try these new glosses, knowing Glossimer is my HG.  I visited a few Chanel counters and only found one counter that received their shipment in super early.  So, if your counter doesn't have them yet, keep and eye out, they should be arriving this week or next.

Candy Glow was the only gloss I purchased yesterday.  It is a gorgeous, peachy-pink color, that was featured in the Chanel Promo Ad.  After swatching every color, this was the only color that caught my attention because they are pretty sheer.  However, Candy Glow is going to be a cameleon color much like it's cousin, Gazelle.  It's more peachy on me, but you can certainly see the pink shimmer to it.  This is a fabulous color for summer, espically to replace your lipstick.

Aqualumiere has much more shine to it and less shimmers and sparkle compared to Glossimer.  The applicator is different, much like Dior's Addict, but with a longer handle.  I found it very easy to apply, and liked the longer applicator much better than Dior's.  The only drawbacks I noticed is Aqualumiere didn't have the staying power as Glossimers and was much more sheer, espically the lighter colors.  But, the texture was just as good; not sticky and very smooth.  Candy Glow, is definetly a must have out of the bunch, espically if you love the coral trend.

Steph's Rating.  Their is two reasons why I only gave this gloss 4 kisses.  When I look for a quality lip gloss there is two things I look for; color pay-off and lasting power.  In which, Chanel Aqualumiere gloss lacked both.  However, for a shiny sheer lip gloss, the texture and lasting power is much improved from most brands I've tried.  I think if you like sheer lip glosses, you will love this!  

 Check out some more photo swatches below......

 And a little bit more........

 

FEATURED - Friday, April 18th 2008

Chanel Strikes Gold For Fall 2008

Chanel strikes gold for their 2008 fall collection Peter Phillips, a new creative director for Chanel's makeup line.  The collection will be released in July followed by Philips’ holiday collection, due for October, which will continue the gold rush theme.

The collection, due in to hit counters in July, which includes Gold Fiction, a softly shimmering nail polish, $30 (yikes); Facettes D’Or, a finely milled gold loose powder that reads on the skin as a subtle glow, $56; Gold Light Glossimer lip gloss, $26 (oh la la); Rouge Hydrabase lipstick shades in copper, plum and coral (yum another coral), each $27, and a quad eye shadow palette with gold, coffee, ivory and dark green eye colors, $56.

Looks like Chanel is hyping this Gold Fiction nail polish to be the next Black Satin or Blue Satin!  While Chanel’s nail polishes usually retail in the $19 range, Gold Fiction will retail for $30. “We’ve used high-end pigments to get the color and finish just right, and the outer bottle is also done in an [opaque] gold case.”  This is going to be a limited edition color but, may become permanent depending on it's popularity.

Chanel will reprise — and amplify — gold in its holiday color collection, due out in October, with Poudre Precieuse Or, a gold highlighting powder that will retail for $75; Gold Shine, a gold Glossimer lip shade, $26; Noir Scintillant, a black eyeliner with gold sparkle, $28, and Haute Chocolate, a gold brown nail shade, $20.

And, I thought $19 was expensive for nail polish, hola cow, $30 bucks!  Chanel keeps going up, up and away! I just don't know if I can justify $30 bucks a bottle.  It's really hard to judge by the promo pictures, so we'll have to wait and see the color swatches.  Stay tuned.

The Chanel Fall Collection has arrived.  Check out the review, swatches, product photos and nail polish swatches for this brand new collection. 

{Source: WWD}

FEATURED - Monday, April 21st 2008

Buxom Babes Lip Tint Collection

Let Buxom Babes spice up your lips this summer!  Inspired by the juicy, fruity flavors they represent, these four beach babe tints go on super sheer and impart a soft wash of mouth-watering color.

Bare Escentuals Buxom Babes Lip Tints create the look of fuller, more voluptuous lips. These bareMinerals-infused polishes impart a luminous high shine with no sticky or tacky feeling. A deep infusion of antioxidant vitamins A and E help keep lips soft, smooth, and protected, while the tingly and cooling sensation reminds you that your lips are getting an immediate increase in fullness.

Buxom Lips is one of my favorite plumping glosses!  So, does it really plump your lips?  Honestly, who knows.  In my opinion; I think the tingly sensation teases your brain, and the super shinny gloss gives your lips the larger appearance.  That's just my take on it!

Anyway, these are fabulous!  Extremely sheer, super shiny, and yum, they taste good!  Limited Edition and only available at Sephora.  Retail Cost $28.00 USD.  Check out the photo swatches below.

The collection includes a 0.07 oz Cherry Buxom Big & Healthy Lip Polish (sheer poppy shine/cherry-scented), a 0.07oz Coco Buxom Big & Healthy Lip Polish (sheer butter shine/coconut-scented), a 0.07 oz Margarita Buxom Big & Healthy Lip Polish (sheer raspberry shine/berry-lime scented) and a 0.07 oz Melonie Buxom Big & Healthy Lip Polish (sheer fuchsia shine/melon-scented).

FEATURED - Wednesday, April 23rd 2008

MAC Cosmetics: Dazzleglass Collection Launched

It's Here!  Dazzleglass made it's first appearance a month or so ago on ebay.  But, it's officially launched on MAC's website, in a rainbow of dazzling colors.  Dazzleglass should be available in most MAC stores on Thursday or Friday.   

Lipcolour that dazzles with light and shine to bring an exciting dimensional pop to your lips. Large particle pearls reflect and refract light to mimic the brilliance of quartz and opal crystal. Provides exceptional shine with a crystalline iridescence. Non-sticky, non-tacky, lightweight and moisturizing. Glides on. Wear alone, or layer over lipstick or Lipglass for dramatic effect. Features our signature M·A·C vanilla aroma. 1.92 g / 0.06 us oz. US$16.50.

Stay tuned for all the color swatches.  Check out MAC's online swatches below.

FEATURED - Friday, April 25th 2008

MAC Dazzleglass: Photo Swatches, Review

MAC Cosmetics introduces 16 dazzling colors to this new limited edition collection.  Lipcolor that dazzles and shines with natural light to create this dazzling look.  Overall, I really liked dazzleglass for a glittler lip gloss.  The lip gloss consistency was excellent, non-tacky, and non-sticky and very moisturizing.  A little thicker than your standard gloss, but, no biggie.  However, I do see myself going through this rather quickly, due to the thickness.  I also loved the wide variety of colors offered in this LE Collection.  A color suitable for almost everyone.  Check out some photo swatches below.

Some more colors below...

I purchased Honey, Money and Funtabulous when they were released on ebay, and yesterday I picked up Comet blue and Date Night.  Date Night is a great choice if your looking for color pay-off, and Comet Blue, well anything blue-based, is a must have for me!  Check out some more photos in detail below.

And a little bit more....

And just one more swatch of the above colors...

 

FEATURED - Saturday, April 26th 2008

Sephora Exclusive: Nars Orgasm for Nails

Name: Nars Orgasm Gift Set

Price: $30.00

Buy it: Sephora

It's time for your nails to have an Orgasm.  Nars, has created a nail polish color, after  their most popular color, Orgasm.  But, in order to get a sneak peak at this lustful nail color, you have to spend a hefty price tag.

Sephora has this exclusive limited edition gift set including: one lip gloss and one Orgasm nail polish for $30.00.  Overall, it's not a bad value cosidering the retail value is $40.00.  But, if you can wait, I definitely would.

I don't want the gloss, can I buy the Nail polish seperately?  Nope.  This is an Sephora Exclusive only, which is not sold seperately.  But, no worries, this isn't the last you'll see of Orgasm.  Nars will be releasing this nail color in July along with their Fall 2008 collection.  So, if you don't get a chance to the the gift set, be sure you snag a bottle when it's released in their fall collection.  I have a feeling this will be a hot color for summer, so don't wait until the last minute!

Stay tuned for the photo swatches of this orgasmic color!

FEATURED - Tuesday, May 6th 2008

May Giveaway: Nars Orgasm Lip Gloss

Sephora gave us a sneak peak at the limited edition nail polish, which officially debuts later in their summer collection.  So, I thought what better way to start off the season with the gorgeous lip gloss version!  Check out the details and rules of this giveaway below.

Details:

Full Size Nars Orgasm Lip Gloss (Brand New) 4 Chanel Sample Size Various Eye Cremes 0.08 oz ea.

How do I enter:

Simple!  Just post a comment as to what your favorite NARS lip gloss or your favorite in general (any brand, any color).  Anyone that has a email address can post a comment on Steph's Closet.  Please make sure email address is current for contacting reasons only!  Email addresses are NEVER displayed or given out at anytime.  Must be a U.S. or Canda mailing address Only one entry per person Winner will be announced May 20, 2008.

Two of my favorite NARS lip gloss colors are Orgasm and Turkish Delight.  I tend to pull out my Orgasm towards the spring and summer seasons, and Turkish Delight is just fab all around.  I really don't have a favorite that I use.  It really varies from season to season.  Currently some of my favorite lip glosses are Chanel Glossimer in Gazelle, Loreal Juicy Tubes (love all colors), Dior Coral Lame.

I have another giveaway in store for May, so stay tuned!

FEATURED - Thursday, May 22nd 2008

Nars Orgasm Giveaway: Winner Announced

Thanks for everyone that participated in Nars Orgasm Lipgloss Giveaway!  The winner was chosen by random.  And, the winner is: Congratulations to Mariza!  She'll be receiving this orgasmic lip gloss along with 4 chanel beauty cream samples!

Stay tuned for more giveaways to come!

FEATURED - Saturday, May 24th 2008

CVS Drugstore Haul: Revlon Summer Collection

Revlon Beyond Natural is a new makeup collection, which includes eight products that create a naturally glamorous look, and works with all skin tones. The collection for face, eye and lip includes a smoothing primer, a unique skin matching makeup, a concealer and highlighter in a single compact, a cream-to-powder eye shadow, a defining eye pencil, a defining mascara with a molded brush, a cream lipgloss and a protective liptint.

Revlon ColorStay Mineral Lipglaze is the first mineral lip gloss with longwearing ColorStay technology that lasts up to eight hours and is an extension of the Revlon ColorStay mineral face and eye collection launched in the first half of 2008.  So, I defintely wanted to put this to the test!

Drugstores should seriously have beware signs ya'll.  I just can't seem to stay away.  The ladies at CVS were just setting up the Revlon summer displays and I was really drawn into this collection mostly due to the name, Beyond Natural.  A summer collection based around the natural, no makeup look.  Beyond Natural consists of two different displays: Cool and Warmer color shades.  The cooler collection colors are mostly based around pinks and the warmer shades are browns, and peach shades.

 

Protective Liptint in Spice Epice 050.  The protective liptint was my favorite out of my CVS haul.  An moisturizing lip tint with SPF 15 + 6 different colors = Cha-ching!  Spice Epice is a gorgeous bronzey peach color that was featured in the promo ad.  I have been sporting around this lovely liptint for the last few days and I'm really loving it!  Revlon's liptint reminds me of alot MAC's strobe collection.  The color Spice Epice had excellent color pay-off!  I didn't try any of the pinks colors because they looked fairly sheer.

Creme Lipgloss.  Described as a creamy peach shade.  Lipgloss is a must have accessory for summer.  The texture was very smooth, moisturizing, and non-sticky.  The color pay-off and staying power was much better when used in conjuction with the protective liptint.

 

Creme to Shadow Quad.  I usually don't splurge on drugstore eyeshadows because MAC is the best.  However, the colors always seems to pull me in.  The natural brown shades in this quad automatically caught my attention.  But, if your looking for color pay-off, perhaps this isn't the product for you.  Revlon's really going for that natural look, and that is exactly what this collection delievers. A very natural, no-makeup look.  The texture was very smooth and easy to apply with your fingers.  I had no luck whatsoever with makeup brushes and was much easier with my fingers.  However, there was some creasing but, I caked on several layers which may have been a factor.  Clearly this creme to shadow isn't meant to be layered upon layer but, I wanted to put it to the test.  Overall, I liked this creme to shadow quad.  It's easy, quick and pefect for the beach or anywhere you want to look all nat-ur-al!

Colorstay Mineral Lipglaze in Natural Raisin. The claim: A Mineral Lipglaze that supposed to last up to 8 hours with Revlon's colorstay technology.  I haven't purchased a revlon colorstory lip product in lord knows how many years!  Probably when they first introduced the line.  The color pay-off was outstanding and the texture was a tad on the sticky side.  The staying power wasn't quite 8 hours, but did last for quite sometime.  The shine was still there after an hour, which is one of the things I really liked.

FEATURED - Thursday, June 19th 2008

Givenchy Fall Makeup 2008: Sweet Dandy Collection

The Autumn and Winter 2008 makeup collections promo pictures are starting to surface.  Most fall collections are slated for the end of July to mid August.  Random fact: my beauty wardrobe completely lacks any givenchy makeup.  I'm looking to change that soon - starting off by the gorgeous, Le Vernis nail polish and smokey eyeshadow quad.  Check out the color story and promo pictures below.

Pocket Beauty Case Accessory for Glowing Lips and Cheeks $55.00 (Sweet Dandy)

Prisme Again! Shimmer Eyes Mat & Shimmering Eyeshadow Quartet $49.50 in Smoky Shimmer and 44 Precious Shimmer

Prisme Libre Loose Powder Quartet Air Sensation $63.00 in Dandy Beige

Captiv’Eyes Intense Volume Mascara Magnetic Eyes $25.00 in Dandy Black

Magic Khôl Eye Liner Pencil $21.50 in Dandy Blue

Rouge Interdit Satin Lipstick Irresistible Color $26.50 in Romantic Dandy and Fatal Dandy

Pop Gloss Crystal Crystal Lip Gloss $23.50 in Romantic Dandy and Fatal Dandy

Polka dots dress up! These two customized harmonies are reminiscent of a dandy’s basic deconstructed three-piece suit. A matte texture and three complementary glowing shades offer two ways of creating sophisticated, smoky eyes.  Smoky Shimmer: three dense, shiny black shades softened by a matte white base for grey tones coloured with blue, white and purple pearlescent particles.

Rouge Interdit lets you show off two sides of your charm with two different languages to express your femininity: Romantic Dandy pinkish beige for a naturally flushed look, and pure, intense Fatal Dandy red, the most dangerous lipstick around! Matching Pop Gloss Crystal in pinkish beige or intense red can be used alone for glossy, transparent colour or as a top coat to accentuate shine.

Nail polish addicts - saving the best for last...

Le Vernis. Limited Edition
The nails look as if they have been dipped in a starry night. Male codes meet female codes in luminous Dandy Moiré navy-blue varnish.

This beautiful green-blue shimmer nail polish is what orginially pulled me into this collection.  Looking at the promo picture, it looks very familiar to one of my all time polishes, MAC whirlwind.  Needless to say, I haven't found an worthwhile comparison to MAC's color.  So, I'm pretty excited to see this color in real life.

{Source: Temptalia, Kiss and Makeup}

FEATURED - Friday, June 20th 2008

Nars Neu Neons: Summer Makeup Collection

Francois Nars visionary shades perfect compliment this seasons fashion bold and bright.  Enliven lips with a ray of neon shines to add a jolt of style to your beauty wardrobe.  Shock your lips with hot pink, tangerine and fuchsia.

Lip Lacquer ($24) - in Capucine - a sheer tangerine. High shine formula with sheer pigments of transparent color for luscious lips day or night. The super-shiny formula can be worn alone or over other lip products.

Lip Pencil ($20) - in Miss Sadie - shimmering carmine pink. Longwearing color in a creamy formula that helps define, correct and shape the lip while preventing lip color from bleeding and feathering. 

Lip Gloss ($24) - in Frisky Summer - a raspberry sorbet. Serious shine and sexy color in sheer, cream and semi-sheer formulas. Extremely wearable and versatile colors may be worn alone or over any lip product for more drama.

Compliment this seasons boldest fashion statement with a shocking shade range blushes unique to the vision of Franocis Nars.  Highlight cheeks with a collection of neon shades from bright corals to brilliant poppies.

Blush ($24) - in Desire - cotton candy pink, Catus Flower Cream - a shimmering poppy and Craze - a raspberry red with shimmer.

 

Nars embraces the summer heat with a range of striking neon shades for the eyes.  Brighten lids with shocking purple and hot poink shadows.  Experiment with bold green and turquoise liners for the seasons ulitmate fashion statement.

Eyeshadow ($32) - Carvaggio - a Azaela pink / Irisdescent Violet, Party Monster - lilac wiith gold shimmer, South Pacific - shimmering blue turquoise / dark aquamarine.

Eyeliner ($20) - Parrot Cay - mint green and Le Sept glitter - purple with gold glitter.

Nars summer collection is now available at Sephora or Nars Cosmetics.

FEATURED - Thursday, June 26th 2008

Product Review: Loreal Infallible Gloss

Product: L'oreal Infallible Lipgloss

Price: $8.99

Steph's Rating:

Buy it: Drugstores

Recommend: Yes

L'oreal introduces the first long wearing lipgloss in one step.  The claim:  No touch-ups. No top-coats. No fading. No feathering. Hydrating formula keeps your lips soft, smooth, shiny, and sexy for 6 long hours.  The patent applicator contours lips prescisely smooth, even, flawless application every time.  Infallible is available in 16 luminous shades.

Six hours is a pretty hefty claim for lipgloss.  So,  let's get down to the nitty gritty.  Bottom line - I haven't personally seen a lipgloss to last more than three hours and my collection is rather large consisting of at least 75 different brands.  Last night at Walmart I jumped at the chance to try this. 

Rebel Red, a vibrant red with subtle shimmer, is the color that was calling out to me.  Usually, I tend to lean towards darker shades because the pay-off is so much greater.  This baby was on my lips within a matter a minutes after leaving Walmart.

Pro's: Moisturizing, Shine, No Feathering, and the lasting power wasn't quite 6 hours - more like 3-4 hours, which is impressive.  However, I do warn with caution when applying more than once because it tends to get tacky if applied regularly.  The pointed shape applicator is really cool.  I was able to get in cracks and crevices with ease.

Con's: The staying power didn't live up to L'oreals 6 hour claim and the mirror was a nice try.  Loreal was kind enough to include a mirror, which is a great and all but, why oh why at the end of the cap? 

Check out the swatch below.

Overall, Infallible lived up to my expectations and anyone who fancy's gloss will really love this product.

FEATURED - Tuesday, July 1st 2008

July Giveaway: Covergirl Tropical Fusion Quad

 

On my recent drugstore haul, I literally stumbled across a covergirl tropical fusion quad.  This baby was sitting in the shampoo isle just waiting to be found.  There's been countless occasions that I've put something back and totally regretted it later!  Even after all this time, I still make the same mistake - will we ever learn!?  Anyways, I was thinking about all my readers that couldn't find this.

Details:

Covergirl Tropical Fusion Quad 205 Brand new full bottle Chanel Blue Satin Victoria's Secret Lip Gloss

How do I enter:

Simple!  Just post a comment. Anyone that has a email address can post a comment on Steph's Closet.  Please make sure email address is current for contacting reasons only!  Email addresses are NEVER displayed or given out at anytime.  Must be a U.S. or Canada mailing address Only one entry per person Winner will be chosen by random and announced towards the end of July.

The winner's been announced for July's giveaway!

FEATURED - Monday, July 7th 2008

Chanel Fall Makeup Collection: Review, Swatches

 

The new Chanel Fall makeup collection debuts at most stores this week. Overall, some key players in this collection: Gold Fever highlighter is a beautiful gold highlighter that looks absolutely flawless on any skin type.  Glossimer lovers - Gold Light and Delight are must have lip glosses drenched in glistening shimmer.  My first thoughts on the lilac (Delight) lip gloss "What in the world am I going to do with it"?  Oh my gosh, Everything!  Words and pictures cannot describe the beauty of this sparkling gloss.  It's definitely meant to be a topper and not to be wore alone.  The Glossimer were my fav's besides the Kaleidoscope nail polish. 

Kaleidoscope nail polish sold-out online within two days of release on Chanel.com.  But, you can find this limited edition color at most Chanel counters as the Fall collection just debuted.  If your thinking, is it really all that?  Yes, Yes and double yes!  Don't miss out on this very unique shade!

I was pretty disappionted in the eye shadows and quad but, my wallet was oh so happy!  The colors were just blah to me - brown, white, gold, dark teal?   Come on Chanel, you can do better than that.  I was more impressed with HiP's new metallic shadows rather than these.  Also, the shades had poor pigmentation as it took quite a few swipes to get some good color on my NC30/35 skin.

Check out all the pic spam below.

 

Want more Chanel?  Check out my Haul from the Fall 08 collection. 

FEATURED - Saturday, August 9th 2008

Smashbox Wicked Lovely: Swatches and Review

 

Smashbox embraces the sensual duality within every woman with the Wicked Lovely Collection, an arsenal of vampy shades and sinfully rich textures to create an all-over look that can be charmingly sweet, devilishly sexy, or a little bit of both.

Overall, the wicked lovely collection is a mixture of smokey and vampy shades for fall that's not over the top.  It's a great choice for anyone that's not looking for color pay-off and more of a cooler toned down smokey eye look.  However, this collection was highly disappionting - due to the lack of color pay-off.  The eye shadow duo took several swipes to achieve colo