Proenza Pink

Proenza Pink, puke pink

The new Lancome limited edition lipstick has been a love it or hate it cult item. I would try it. It may not work on me, I don't know, but it looks fun for a night out...

Barbie Loves MAC at Fashion Week

(photo: BeautyJunkie)

BeautyJunkie India-Jewel (Beauty editor @ Glam.com) is back from fashion week and has all the dish from Bianca Alexander, Director of Makeup Artistry at MAC, the Barbie girls that promoted the Barbie Loves MAC collection, and more. Check out her interview and photos!

Highlighters, Shimmers, and Bronzers

(photo: The Body Shop)

I am totally addicted to shimmering bronzers and highlighting powders. Always trying to achieve the dewy, iridescent glow, I have a fewcurrently in rotation:

*Smashbox Artificial Light Luminizing Lotion in Glow

* MAC Mineralizing Skinfinish Powders in Shimpagne and Shooting Star

*MAC Beauty Powder in Pearl Blossom

*Victoria's Secret Very Sexy Luminous Mosaic Bronzer

*jane. bronzers in Tahitian Glow, Peony (and two others)

*newly acquired Milani Glimmer Stripes All Over Color in Cocoa, Honey, Terra Cotta, Berry, and Bronze. They are all so gorgeous and SO glad they finally made it to my neck of the woods. I snatched up all of the colors, but one....

"If I could look ethereal all the time I would!"- I read this on a blog, but can't remember which one. I'm in total agreement. Give me a fairy's glow and sit me on cloud 9 =)

Target's Beauty Spot

Online, Target's Beauty Spot is actually the Beauty Aisle. Loving most things fromTarget, the Beauty Aisle will become a favorite e-spot. Featured sections of the site are the new + now products with the Beauty Bag (listing Target's favorite products), products and instruction face looks, as well as beauty basics, and other regularly distributed items. Check it out here!

Vote Now! Head Turner of the Year

Did you register to be a Head Turner of the Year?

Even if you didn't, you can still participate! Now is the time to vote! The Head & Shoulders Style Squad (award winning actress Vanessa Marcil, celebrity hairstylist Jason Hayes and celebrity makeup artist Shawnelle Prestidge) determined the top 10 Head Turning Finalists. Contestant's biographies will be posted on this Monday, February 26, 2007 at 9AM and voting will run through March 2, 2007 at 5PM. You can vote once a day at http://www.headturninghair.com/.

Rich Hippie Hoochie Coochie

I was over at NowSmellThis, when I came across this (our titled item):
(photo: nowsmellthis.com)

"with the uplifting scent of Hoochie Coochie on your wrists it will be hoochie coochie on your mind..."

Is this a joke? Are they serious? Caught by the name? Okay Jimi Hendrix fans, but naming a perfume? It gets worse:

"Hoochie Coochie is $325 for 15 ml of perfume oil, or $35 for a sample. "

LOL... many people over at NowSmellThis thinks this is totally ridiculous as well.

P.s. Congrats to Robin K for her spotlight in Glamour mag!

Daddy's Little Girls

When I first saw the trailer for this, I knew it was a must see movie. How could you resist the story of a hard working, black dad, trying to make a difference in the lives of his daughters? Complete oxymorons on the silver screen.

Tyler Perry did an excellent job with this movie. He removed his faithful character Madea that he portrays, to keep himself from in front of the camera. All of the characters and their lines were real and believable. Many lines and emotions depicted on the screen were ones that we've heard before, said before or could relate to. If you saw the movie (this won't ruin it for people whom have not) think of the church scene with Bishop Eddie Long (I will be listening to him more often), the conversation Julia has on the phone with her friend about the difficulties in finding a 'qualified' black man, or I loved how Tyler pulled the movie together, with each scene being succinct and to the point. Some may feel that this made scenes/the movie under-developed, but for me it worked to move the movie along. He drove home his message of community, loyalty and the male role model in this lovable film. As a side note, one or two scenes in the movie stretched the idea to complete this film, making it hard to suspend disbelief. In the end, all was great!

The real stars of the movie were the three little girls, whom are real sisters. I hope I have such luck with my offspring, lol! Landing movies together? What a hot package!

Since this is a beauty blog I should mention the makeup that I noticed. Nothing spectacular. Just good, quality, glowing natural makeup on all actors/actresses. The makeup director in this film is Ghanaian born, Matiki Anoff. She has worked with Tyler Perry's crew before in Diary of a Mad Black Woman. Other film credits under her belt are: The Notebook, 8 Mile and Stuart Little.

Noteworthy: Melinda Williams was chic and sophisticated in every appearance, as she played assistant to lawyer Julia (Gabrielle Union). Her wardrobe was impeccable, as was Gabrielle Union's.

photos: movieweb.com

Hair Jewelry

Hey Nay!

ZayunubyDesign.com



"Refreshinghly different Zayunu dreadlock Jewelry"
I love this site for it's unique jewelry. Most of all, I love the hair jewelry. I can't wait until my hair gets into shape for some cute hair adornment.

A Dose of Fabulous-ness: Link Love Style

Pop Culture Junkie

PCJ tells us about Jennifer Hudson on another cover- LIFE. Also, check out her one on one interview with My Grammy Moment contestant, Africa Miranda.

Stained Couture

Don't gaze at this dress too much and get Spring-time fever! Check out Stained Couture for some other cool finds!

Makeup Bag

The Makeup Bag gives us the dish on MAC on the runway. Great coverage!

MaxFactor: Pat McGrath @ Oscar de la Renta

Check out Pat McGrath working magic behind the scenes at the Oscar de la Renta fashion show using the new Exotic Collection of Max Factor. The colors look Yummy and provides much inspiration! The video gives an insider's look at what really goes on behind-the-scenes at one of the world's most anticipated fashion shows.

Products used to create the runway looks include: MAX Factor MAXalicious Glitz and Glaze, MAX Factor MAXeye Shadow Exotics Collection, MAX Factor Volume Couture Mascara, MAX Factor MAXeye Liner and MAX Factor Pan-Stik. (Volume Couture, liner & pan-stik are available in stores now. Find MAXalicious Glitz & Glaze and Exotics eye shadow Summer '07!)

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY

I've done a good job of avoiding most holidays, but I'm a sucker for Valentine's Day, even though I don't have a Valentine...


In light of this fact, that I am an unpaired person that loves this holiday, but starts to feel bad because all of the advertising doesn't pertain to people without a valentine, (takes a breath) I want to present an award to Bath&Body Works. Why you ask? For being the Store with the Most Over the Top Valentine's Day Decorations. As I was out, enjoying my mall walk and luckily being able to pick up the boots of my desire, I walked past B&BW. It seemed to have been bleeding at the door hinges! Red, red and some pink all over in decorations and products. That made me thoroughly disgusted! As if the the workers wanted to say, "Special holiday products that aren't for you!!! Nan nan-ee boo boo!"



Anyhoobs, here are some of the great gifts they have:

True Blue SpaSweet Escape, $16.50; C.O. Bigelow™Pampered Pet, $12.50; AromatherapySensuality Bath - Sensuality - Jasmine Vanilla, $34; Bath & Body Works Signature Collection™Bath for Two - Japanese Cherry Blossom, $98

On my wishlist I had a box of Godiva G spot chocolates. Not B&BW, but something I wanted nonetheless!


For all of the unpaired people like me, here's something just for you... dumpcupid.com!

Danse-ing Around

I was supposed to give an update of my Raquel Welch Icon collection makeover from MAC. Well, I didn't have one because my ultra-fav MA stood me up. That's right. I sat there at the counter looking like a lost puppy refusing help because I wanted this one person to help me. He never showed. So I made my own resolution. Instead of looking for guidance from someone else, I'll from now on get my hands dirty and practice on myself.

Despite my dismay with the Danse collection, being a MAC addict, I still bought quite a few items from the collection. Here are some photos where I've use the Danse quad: (photo: beautysource.vox.com)
light pink- vapour
lavender- leap
turquoise- footwork
grey/slate color- terre a terre

Please don't look at my crummy skin, I only did my eyes. Vapour as the brow highlight, terre a terre in my crease, vapour in my inner corner, footwork in the center lid, and leap on the outer corners. Earthline liner and combination mascaras.

Barbie <3 MAC

Barbie Loves MAC collection was revealed yesterday on maccosmetics.com and ready for orders!

Milani Cosmetics

AFFORDABLE LUXURY
Milani Cosmetics present the perfect way to experience the expensive look of all of the very latest fashion color trends without spending a small fortune! Designed especially for women who demand fine quality and appreciate value, the Milani brand was developed by an organization with more than 18 years of experience in innovation, product development, packaging, manufacturing, and multi-cultural marketing of color cosmetics.
Milani colors and deluxe formulations are created specifically for multi-cultural skin tones and include a full range of products for face, lips, eyes and nails. Gorgeous colors and exceptional formulations are only the beginning of what Milani cosmetics have to offer! The upscale packaging features the luxurious look of softly brushed gold with brilliant gold accents. With the appearance and the formulations of an expensive department store line, the most exciting part is that Milani cosmetics are affordably priced!
COLOR WITH IMPACT
Milani’s focus is on the unique cosmetic requirements of multi-cultural women. The specialized foundations compliment and reveal the natural luster of these unique skin tones, while balancing and blending the skin’s pigments. To flatter and accentuate multi-cultural skin tones, and add dimension to a woman’s personal look, Milani cosmetics contain more intense color and higher levels of pigments. State-of-the-art technology, research, and design assure the trendiest shades and products are found in the fabulous array of innovative cosmetics.
Milani Cosmetics are distributed worldwide, and are available in drug stores, discount stores, supermarkets and cosmetic specialty stores in the United States.


To get these eyes, find out here!

Makeup in Pictures

I'm always mesmerized by print ads for makeup (and fashion), hoping the makeup I buy will make me look like the photos.

Ha!

A Girl Like Me

Here's a video reflecting on our past and unfortunately the present...

UPDATE: Unfortunately, I can't leave the video up since posting it has made my page move around. Please visit this link to view the video.

Black History Month: Cosmetics for Women of Color

While being African American celebrates my past, present and future everyday, February is especially designated as Black History Month. To help celebrate, I will bring you a cosmetic brand that targets women of color (but of course, made for everyone.) The establishment of cosmetic lines for women of color is a cultural advancement, celebrating our history and our beauty!



Black Opal Beauty

Black Opal is a leading skincare and color cosmetics line specifically designed to address the unique skincare needs of women and men of color. Created in 1994 by BioCosmetic Research Labs, Black Opal was developed with the consultation of Dr. Cheryl Burgess, an African-American dermatologist who had spent years treating troubled skin and seeing the inadequacy of over-the-counter skincare products available for black skin.

Black Opal's results-oriented approach offers scientifically proven formulations, including skincare and color cosmetics for women and men's shaving products, that set the standard for quality products at an affordable price.

About Cheryl Burgess:Dr. Cheryl Burgess is a Board certified dermatologist with a successful practice in Washington, D.C. Under development for more than 5 years, Dr. Burgess has helped to create a complete line of treatment products along with BioCosmetic Research Labs to address the problems specific to African American skin care and. Called Black Opal, it is the first scientifically advanced skin care line especially formulated for sensitive ethnic skin.There are four basic skin types:
Dry- tends to be ashy, dull and feels tight- especially after cleansing. Pores are fine.
Normal- in balance. Smooth and moist. Pores are not clogged. Seldom breaks out.
Oily to blemish prone- appears shiny all over. If blemish prone there will be clogged pores and breakouts. Makeup may not last on this skin or may change colors.
Combination skin- will be oily in the "T" zone- forehead, nose, inner cheek and chin. Outside the zone it will be normal or dry.

Featured beauty product: Starburst eye shadow (confetti, 3 shades in one) in Bronze Blaze $4.95

Blackopalbeauty.com

New Tech: iPhone vs. LG KE850

All the rave has been about the new iPhone. However, the LG phone was released before the iPhone and has even won an award for best design.
What do you think?

I might be in the market for the LG (I'm sure it would be cheaper.)