2014 NYX FACE Awards

2014 NYX FACE Awards

Bloggers, makeup artists and celebrities united under one roof at Club NOKIA on August 22nd for the 2014 NYX FACE Awards, where one finalist, Adelaine Morin (aka C0OK1EMONSTER on YouTube™), was awarded the 2014 YouTube™ Beauty Vlogger of the Year Award. Hosted by E!’s Catt Sadler, the night was filled with hilarious antics as YouTube™ sensation co-hosts P’Trique and Amy Pham from The Platform got up close and personal with audience members throughout the show.

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An Anti-Aging Product…for your hair!

An Anti-Aging Product…for your hair!

Even your hair needs some anti-aging love these days, and Alterna’s Caviar Anti-Aging line has come out with Replenishing Moisture Milk (or leave-in conditioning spray). It’s ultra hydrating, leaving once-dry hair rich in moisture. This miracle spray makes hair soft and shiny without weighing it down with a heavy film or residue.

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Kale For Your Nails? Yes, Says Nails Inc

Kale For Your Nails? Yes, Says Nails Inc

We know that eating kale is good for you, but have you ever heard of applying it to your nails? Nails Inc has recently launched a new nail care line called Nailkale.  Enriched with a kale extract known for its high amounts of vitamins A, C and K, it stimulates advanced keratin production while hydrating and nourishing as its absorbed by the nail. After four weeks of regular use, your nails will become stronger from your first application.

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Milani’s 30 Shades in 30 Days Giveaway

Milani’s 30 Shades in 30 Days Giveaway

What better way to celebrate the launch of a new product than to give it away?!

Milani Cosmetics is introducing its newest product, Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow. This unique formula starts as a gel when applied to the eye, and transforms into a stunning powder, giving your eyes knockout color.  The collection is comprised of 30 colors and can be worn wet or dry.

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Charlotte Tilbury's Fountain of Youth Cream

Charlotte Tilbury's Fountain of Youth Cream

She’s a well-known makeup artist hailing from London, and now she’s found herself in the States. We’re talking about Charlotte Tilbury, whose new beauty collection is now available in the US.  In particular, we love her product Charlotte’s Magic Cream, which might as well be a magic potion! 

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MAC x The Simpsons – D’oh!

MAC x The Simpsons – D’oh!

Who’d have thought we would be getting beauty inspiration and advice from a cartoon character?!  There seems to be nothing more fitting than celebrating a 25th anniversary with the ever-so-popular, blue-haired bouffant, wearing Marge Simpson herself and MAC has embraced this quarter of a century celebration with an exclusively beautiful collection.  With eyeshadow quads bearing names such as “Lisa’s Spikes” and “Beehive Blue,” you will fall in love with these bright colors that glimmer and shimmer. 

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Rose-Inspired Lipsticks for Fall from Lancome

Rose-Inspired Lipsticks for Fall from Lancome

Lancome’s L’Absolu Rouge lipstick collection now has six gorgeous new colors coming out this fall, and they’re all inspired by their emblematic flower: the rose. Lancome launched L’Absolu Rouge nearly 20 years ago, and to celebrate the anniversary, they created six one-of-a-kind colors extracted directly from each flower.  From a dangerously seductive red Rose Grand Amour no 160 to a striking Persian pink Rose Damascena no 342, there’s no doubt that you’ll find the perfect lipstick color for that pout of yours.

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Fall Makeover for Jane Cosmetics

Fall Makeover for Jane Cosmetics

Fall is a great time to debut a new makeover, and Jane Cosmetics has done just that with their new Fall 2014 Collection.  With a positive message around inspiring creativity and empowerment in young women, Jane Cosmetics is stepping forward with a bit more of a sophisticated look to their packaging. Featured products include Satin Split Sticks (two-shades-in-one lipstick), Shimmering Suede Shadow, Blushing Bronze Duos and Crushed Velvet Volumizing Mascara (offered in shades of purple, burgundy and blue).

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Back-to-School Beauty Statement Pencils

Back-to-School Beauty Statement Pencils

It’s that time of the year again when school is back in session.  But being the beauty junkie know-it-all that you are, you can stand apart from your peers with the coolest of cool #2 pencils. We’re talking about a product created by Breakups to Makeup, a brand that uses super cute cosmetic-related slogans on fun accessories. 

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Take PRTTY PEAUSHUN With You Everywhere Now

Take PRTTY PEAUSHUN With You Everywhere Now

Guess what?  The secret is out. You can now take PRTTY PEAUSHUN with you everywhere.  How is that possible, you say?  Well, the clever creator Bethany Karlyn finally came up with a cute, 3 oz. travel size that is perfect for sticking in your carry-on bag.

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Beautyblender® Sur.face® Pro Launch Blogger Event

Beautyblender® Sur.face® Pro Launch Blogger Event

In the heart of West Hollywood at The Grove, beautyblender® held a blogger event last week at Mixology to promote the launch of their latest item, sur.face® pro. It’s a clear, plastic makeup palette to help you match your foundations and concealers to your exact skin tone. 

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Lorna Soonhee Umphrey: My 3 Fave Things

Lorna Soonhee Umphrey: My 3 Fave Things

It’s towards the end of the summer season and even when the heat gets so unbearable, I call upon my emergency beauty essentials to help keep me hydrated, smelling good and feeling relaxed. The hot sun can dry out your skin making you feel almost lizard-like so it's always important to find a good body lotion, then tone the skin for a purifying experience and if you just give up - head to the spa, girlfriend! 

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Christian Louboutin Launches Rouge Collection – Nail Polish!

Christian Louboutin Launches Rouge Collection – Nail Polish!

Take a deep breath and relax in the luxurious grandeur of Christian Louboutin’s new nail polish line, “Rouge Collection”.  Inspired by the tallest heel Christian Louboutin has ever created (the Ballerina Ultima), the cap’s length comes in at eight inches, and is meant to inspire women to slow down their beauty application process and luxuriate in the moment.  This highly pigmented formula delivers the same amount of color in two coats that would take twenty of a traditional polish.

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Leah Rial: My 3 Fave Things

Leah Rial: My 3 Fave Things

As a make-up artist, I am such a fan of so many products out there so I thought I’d let you in on my top three fave products this month.  For me, the list changes constantly as new products are launched and seasons change.  That being said, there are some staples that never go out of style or season for me, and I mean never! 

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Turning Summer Hair From Drab to Fab

Turning Summer Hair From Drab to Fab

Summer means fun times at the beach, a fabulous pool party or finding ways to beat the heat. No matter what coast you’re on or what climate hits you, your hair takes a beating.  Dove Hair has come to the rescue with a few products that will help tame that frizz, moisturize those locks and salvage the ‘Day 2’ no-washed hairdo. 

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Aveda Gift Sets that Give Back

Aveda Gift Sets that Give Back

It’s green paper that gives back, and Aveda (www.aveda.com) has been using it for years.  No, we’re not talking about dollar bills.  We’re talking about the paper packaging that has wrapped every Aveda holiday gift set for the past six years.  It’s called lokta bark paper and originates from the Himalayan Bio-Trade papermaking cooperative in Nepal. 

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