Have you seen these? Make Up For Ever is making us gorgeous and camera-ready with their new line of primers! Each product "deeply nourishes, moisturizes, and softens the skin, creating a glowing effect." And since they're primers, they're going to keep our makeup on perfectly and make our skin look flawless.
And since we aren't all the same person, we don't all need the same primer. MUFE is amazingly genius and have created 6 different products - one transparent and 7 color-correcting versions to make us perfect.
Neutral is for those of you with perfect skin.
Green is great for people with rosacea or other forms of redness.
Mauve helps boost lackluster, sallow skin.
Give a leg up to your dark golden skin with Caramel.
If you're like me and have fair skin - maybe with some minor imperfections - try Blue.
Sounds weird, but Yellow will help soften darker complexions.
Sallowness is a thing of the past with Pink.
These are Sephora exclusives, so hustle on over to your local shop or visit online.
Take a look at these... lovely bronzes and some sexy colors shimmering like fallen leaves. I especially like the looks of the Hayride 6 pack , below, though Flannel Fixation 6 looks stunning, too.
Take a look at the swatches of some of my favorites, from some of my favorite nail bloggers...
We know you do. Our readers are the most clever and sweetest readers in the blogosphere. To reward you for your greatness, we've got prizes! I've charmed all of the PR Reps I know and have gotten some really good stuff. So today begins our "contest" which involves: not much but you!
Simply comment on any post here at FCH and you're entered to win. (feel free to peruse the archives - this isn't just about recent posts!)
The first leg of our journey is Stila's Original Smokey Eye Palette. Comment before the end of the day on Labor Day (that's Sept. 1st) and you're entered to win. Results will be posted here on Sept. 2nd.
"Shirtless Thursday" doesn't really flow.OK, well I'll use alliteration better when there's a day of the week that starts with "Sh-". Don't worry - the following post will be well worth it.
T&A on a beauty blog? Are you pandering to us, now?Yes.
Sawyer isn't the only one we'll see more of, so don't feel Lost without Jack! Matthew Fox will be lending his special brand of hotness to L'Oreal Paris's Men Expert line.
“I'm thrilled to be working with L'Oréal Paris. I really appreciate the
innovative and high-performance nature of the brand, as well as its
values of open mindedness and diversity. L’Oréal Paris offers women
- and now men - throughout the world care products at the leading edge
of technology,” says Matthew Fox.
Brad Pitt and Kiehl's - together they will save the world
Brad Pitt (that's him on the right, in case you're not familiar) and Kieh'ls have paired to create Aloe Vera Biodegradable Liquid Body Cleanser, which is the company's first 100% eco-friendly product + packaging combo.
Pitt won't be the spokesmodel, sadly. He has written a note placed on the bottle and 100% of the net profits will go to JPF Eco Systems. This orgnaization was created by Pitt and Kiehl's to support global environmental initiatives.
"Kiehl's formulated this product to minimize the impact we have on our
environment. All proceeds will go to benefit green initiatives around
the globe."
- Brad Pitt
I think we all know I enjoy me some David Cook. What? I'm not embarrassed! Neither is Skechers, who signed him on as the first male spokesmodel the company has had since 2002, when it was none other than my one true love, Robert "Iron Man" Downey, Jr. (see, since I mentioned him, I have to put up his picture, right? right.) Expect to see the ads for the Cook-Skechers deal this fall.
He's not really my type, but he's still cute and this is for you ladies who like him. Hartnett will be the new face of Emporio ArmaniDiamonds for Men. It's probably in the stores now.
Armani's quote: "The Emporio Armani generation is inspired by film and
music. I felt that for the men's Diamond fragrance, it would therefore
be appropriate to involve one of today's most inspiring young actors... Both on and off screen, [Harnett] has a charm and charisma that is
magnetic. His individuality, allure and nonchalant way of being are all
qualities which inspired me in the creation of this new fragrance."
Armani introduces Lip Wax - but Wax Lips are still available at a dollar store near you!
One of the premier lines on the market is Armani. I am unabashed makeup snob, and anything Armani makes: I'm all over it!
Now, you may not agree with me that expensive lines have superior products. It's ok! We don't have to agree on everything! But I will tell you that I know a good thing when I hear it, and I think we all ought to go check out Lip Wax in October when it debuts in stores (it's already online).
Lipstick without excess. A modern vision of lip color, Lip Wax compact
lipstick is a blush of color for lips. The incredibly smooth and silky
texture of Lip Wax glides over lips leaving rich, tailor-made color.
The ultra-fine and soft Micro-fil™ veil ensures a smooth and seemingly
weightless result. Like a second-skin garment, the weightless texture
dresses lips in a comfortable and extremely fine film of color with a
sophisticated satin finish.
The colors are as follows:
#1 | Nude beige | a shade lighter than the natural lip color #2 | Antique rose | a discreet lip highlight #3 | Sienna | brings warmth to the lips #4 | Raspberry | a colorful pink purple #5 | Cardinal red | a bright, transparent red #6 | Deep Chianti | a rich color for strong marked lips
At 26 bucks a vat, it's not too exorbinant. (For Armani!)
You know you love him, right? Who in their right mind doesn't think this is a sexy man!?
And his business is sex. The clothes he designs scream "SEX". His fragrances are downright raunchy. There's no denying that his ad campaigns are soft-core porn.
Now this modern personification of S-E-X has created another scent: White Patchouli. You know this sometimes-loved, sometimes-loathed, always noticed ingredient features in some of the other other Tom Ford scents. How do you feel about patchouli? Personally, I hate that dirty-hippy smelling patchouli, but a refined patchouli in a well-blended fragrance can't be beat!
According to a quote in Women's Wear Daily in June, this patchouli is "patchouli orpur, which takes out some of the darker, smoky notes of patchouli." Hmm. The deep and smokiness is the part I like!
The description of White Patchouli is this: patchouli, white florals like peony, bergamot, jasmine, rose, with coriander and ambrette seed.
This one could go either way for me.
As soon as I get the official stas on this one, I'll let you know the details.
You're all on that Bollywood trend and you are ready to rock it, right?! MAC has something right up your alley, then. Grab your brightest sari and come along for the ride...
The Man
Indian designer Manish Arora is relatively new to the international fashion world, but not so new as not to be noticed! His striking, bold, inventive designs have rocked the fashionistas of the world right to the soles of their Jimmy Choos. And the more downtown-chic of them may be switching from those heels to Manish Arora Fish Fry Reeboks!
The Collaboration
Ever observant and on-trend MAC has decided a collaboration with this rebellious designer would be a good idea. And I agree! Not sure you agree? Take a look at the packaging and products here:
The Raj is all the rage! Modern to the max, exotic in the extreme,
Indian design guru, Manish Arora, has teamed up with MAC to say
"Namaste" Fashion World! His Maximalistic vibe puts Vishnu in the
vanguard, bursting with Blush-Devil, Pink Swoon style and
sophistication. With new lipstick, lipglass, Blush and Eyes on Manish
collections, expect kaleidoscopic clash, shocking new combinations,
colour-cult compacts! Take a trip into Manish Arora!
Eye Palette x 6 | These are all repromotes, but it may not matter! You might have one or all of these, but does that mean you have them all in an amzing, multicolor package? No. Therefore you need this!
Nylon | Pale gold with icy metallic shimmer | Frost | Perm
Going Bananas | Soft lemon yellow | Frost | LE - Repromote from C-Shock
Playful | Bright clean pink | satin | LE - Repromote from Barbie Loves MAC
Bitter | Vivid bright golden green flecked with shimmer | Velvet | Perm
Electric Eel | Vivid bright blue flecked with shimmer | Satin | Perm
Deep Truth | Very real truthful dark blue | Frost | Perm
Lipsticks | Kiss Manish is new, and perfect for... well... what isn't it perfect for? If you're not feeling that dark and fab, try Girl About Town (from the permanent collection) which will break you out of that vampy rut!
Girl About Town | Fabulous fuchsia | Amplified Creme | Perm
Kiss Manish | Frosty mid-tone burnt red | Frost| LE
Lipglass |Both new, both amazing! Darker complexions and warmer skins should snap up Shine Manish to really rock that anti-vamp look this fall and winter. The cooler-toned girls among us should give Pink Manish a shot - I know I will!
Pink Manish | Frosted fuchisa | Frost | LE
Shine Manish | Frosty bright orange with multi-dimensional pearlized pigments | frost | LE
Blush | Devil is only available at the Pro Stores and on the MacPro site, so now's your change to snap up its lovely coralness - and in a fancy compact, too! Pink Swoon is a fabulous color for all of you cool-toned gals, so give it a try if you don't already have it. Gives a lovely winter-kissed look to skin, or a subtle pink glow, depending on how you apply it.
MAC for Manish Arora will be available October 9th, 2008 BUT... only at these locations:
MAC Pro NY, MAC Pro North Robertson, MAC Soho, maccosmetics.com. Also available internationally: Asia Pacific (Travel Retail Select Stores), Austria, Cyprus, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Middle East, Singapore, Taiwant, Thailand.
The clothes
Take a look at the Manish Arora Fall '08 collection:
Do you love Mineralize Skinfinishes (MSFs)? Do you adore mineral makeup? Come back to MAC this Fall!
(Like my Back to MAC pun?)
MAC knows you like mineral makeup (who doesn't!). MAC also knows you like MSFs. MAC knows other companies are making similar products you can get any day, not just on a "limited edition basis". And MAC knows you know this. MAC isn't stupid. MAC has decided to give you what you want: more mineral makeup!
Come October, 2008, you can look forward to seeing a more prominent display of their popular mineral makeup line: The House of Minerals. The rack will feature products already in the line, and a slew of newness.
Here's a glimpse of what to expect:
Mineralized SPF 15 Foundation - Loose| This will be repromoted with all of the shades that currently exist in the collection. Yes, this is that one with the funky sponge top. Stupid cap-hat aside, this is supposedly a very nice foundation!
Mineralize Satinfinish SPF 15 Foundation | A lovely, glowy liquid foundation that is already in the permanent collection. If you haven't tried this foundation, you should.
Mineralize Skinfinish Natural (MSFN) | Also part of the permanent collection. My favorite of all of the MAC foundations, though this could also be used as a finishing powder, too. Great for on top of those dewy foundations that are usually ruined by a traditional matte powder. Fab with a kabuki brush or 187, wet or dry. Love it!
Mineralize Skinfinish (MSF) | Ah, permanent MSFs. The stuff of dreams!
Soft and Gentle | A gilded peachy-bronze that is new and will be perm.
Gold Deposit | This shade is a repromote from Rococo - great on darker complexions.
Mineralize Eye Shadow Duos | I love these puppies, and this collection features some of the best-of-the-best! Repromotes from Amuse and Antiquitease, 3 from each collection. If you have not tried these with a dampened brush, you're missing out on a great way to use these!
Engaging | Pink beige and yellow gold w/ rose veining
Earthly Riches | Deep plum and deep grew with pink veining (AMAZING shadows, both!)
Family Silver | Light and mid-tone silver with gold veining
Heat / Element | Rich yellow gold / rusty brown red
Illusionary / Burning Ambition | whilte gold w/ gold pearl / chocolate brown w/ soft gold pearl
Brightside / Gallery Gal | Champagne gold / soft olive green
Mineralize Blushes | I've said it before, and I'll say it again: if MAC got rid of the perm blushes and put these in instead, I wouldn't cry too much. As Tony the Tiger said: They're GREAT!
Gleeful | Deep, dirty-blue pink w/ gold pearl
Dainty | Yellow pink w/ gold pearl
Warm Soul | Mid-tone beige w/ gold (MY FAVORITE BLUSH OF ALL TIME!)
Love Joy | Mid-tone brown w/ gold pearl
Gentle | Raspberry w/ gold pearl
Love Thing | Dirty burgandy w/ gold pearl
Brushes | OK, I don't sell MAC anymore, so hopefully you believe me when I say this: BRUSHES MAKE OR BREAK A LOOK - especially when you're using these mineralize products!
#187 Duo Fibre Brush | Lovely "skunk brush" that, when used in a circular motion, applies foundation like a m-f'in dream!
#188 Small Duo Fibre Face Brush | This gives a fabulous glow when you're applying the Mineralize Blushes, among many many many other uses. Also great instead of the 187 if you have a small face or petite features.
#217 Blending Brush | OK, I know ya'll love this brush for powdered eye shadow, and it's all right. But try it with creamy products and you'll be blown away! I like a 224 for blending the eye makeup, personally.
#239 Eye Shading Brush | A nice, flat, firm shadow brush that no self-respecting makeup lover should be without. Seriously. And the aforementioned 224.
Thank you to Specktra for collection info and product names/descriptions.
The word on the street
I heard from this guy (ok, so he's my MUA and former supervisor!) that MAC will be rotating shades of MSFs in and out of this displayer every few months, in reflection of current trends. I also heard from an undisclosed source (ok, it was Specktra) that the shadows will be rotating every 6 months. We'll see about that last bit, since I have only heard it from one source I'm a bit skeptical.
I think the semi-perm status of the MSFs and possibly the shadows is genius. MAC has listened to you and realized you're getting frustrated with the constant barage of LE items! They're still keeping things hot and fresh by taking products off the shelves after a few months, but they're giving us time to buy them and crave them and test them before they get removed. Very smart.
You've done your research, right? Of course you have: you're a makeup junkie! (That's why you read makeup blogs.)
Well, since you know all about the nude eye trend, you are going to want this baby, baby!
<------ Take a look at those gorgeous Shimmering Nudes over there, provided to us by Bobbi Brown.
Nude Beach Metallic (new/LE)
Nude Mist Shimmer Wash (new/LE)
Naked
Nude Glow Metallic (new/LE)
Mica Shimmer Wash (LE)
Nude Spice Metallic (new/LE)
Espresso
Can't you imagine them with a nice bold lip!?
A perfect pairing
So, you makeup junkie, you! I'm sure you know what I know about trends: they come and go, and while we rock 'em while we've got 'em, sometimes we get a little bored.
Shake up the scene by going all-out nude this Fall! Pair these amazing Creamy Lip Color shades with the palette we just looked at for a glowing, sexy, nude-all-over look.
Or take these colors, which are all creamy, pink-gold tinged nudes, and pair them with a fierce bold smoky eye!
It's up to you how you want to rock the Fall...
Baby
Pink Sequin
Pink Buff
Sunset Nude
Bobbi Brown Creamy Lip Color and Shimmering Nudes will be on-counter in September. Share your pics with FCH!
Anyone here love art? I do, and I have a new blog where I plan to share my passion with anyone else who may be interested. There are no boundaries to where Crafts & Art will go, so if you're into it: join along!
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You know you love him, right? Who in their right mind doesn't think this is a sexy man!? 
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