By Chris | March 11, 2009
We are proud to announce the launch of Borghese Luxury Nail Care products at Makeup.com!
About Borghese Luxury Nail Care
Borghese offers a complete line of luxurious nail, hand and foot care essentials.
Each product is meticously crafted in the Tuscan tradition. Modern, efficacious formulas infused with a bounty of lush botanicals like Olives, Sweet Almond Oil, Sunflower Oil, Aloe, Chamomile and Grape Seed.
Every Borghese manicure and pedicure product is designed to deliver perfect results, the first time and every time. Our exclusive Acqua di Vita® Complex with essential minerals and amino acids deeply hydrates and helps restore essential moisture balance. The innovative Duale Curve Tip Brush hugs nails curves for a precision line and delivers perfect nail lacquer application effortlessly.
Enjoy a luxurious spa manicure and pedicure experience at home with Borghese Nail car
Shop Borghese Luxury Nail Care including Borghese Nail Polish, Borghese Nail Lacquer and more!
Posted in Brands, Nails, New Product Tagged Borghese, borghese luxury nail care, borghese nail, borghese nail care, borghese nail polish, borghese nails, nail care, nail lacquer, nail polish
We are all on a quest for the perfect mascara. What may lengthen and enhance your best friend’s eye lashes does nothing for you. So what should you do?
When deciding how to apply eye makeup, first figure out what you want from a mascara. Do you hope for longer lashes or fuller lashes? Are you yearning for healthier lashes? Secondly, do you want a waterproof mascara or something that washes off easily? What color mascara would you choose?
If length is your only goal, find a mascara that promotes “lengthening and extending.” If you want fuller lashes only, choose mascara that amplifies or thickens.
If your lashes are sparse and damaged, you need a boost. Blinc Lash Primer conditions, nourishes, moisturizes and protects your eye lashes all before you apply mascara. Bonus: it will make your lashes look long and luxurious.
Does your mascara seem to smudge and smear as the day goes on? Apply a waterproof mascara that will not irritate sensitive eyes, but will also stay in place until you reach for the eye makeup remover.
Her dress frocks may be a little heavy on the wallet during these dreaded “R” times, but you can still own a little bit of Tracy Reese, thanks to nail polish-on-a-budget brand Sally Hansen.
The designer debuts her nombre six collection for Sally Hansen this week, in seven limited-edition colors matching her Spring ‘09 runway collection. [...]
Posted in Beauty Trends, Brands, Collaborations, Nails, New Product, Obsessions Tagged beet, best new nail lacquer, best new nail polish, coral, gold, light green, nail lacquer, nail polish, nail polish Spring '09, nail polish Spring 2009, pinkish-red, Sally Hansen, Tracy Reese, Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen, yellow
Ask me to choose between lip gloss and lipstick and I’ll choose lip gloss.
Ask me what color I’d pick in lip gloss and I’ll say raspberry.
That’s why when I asked my girlfriend if I could borrow her lip gloss while we were on a trip out of town this and she handed me L’Oreal’s Color [...]
Posted in Brands, Obsessions, Product Reviews, lips Tagged affordable lip gloss, affordable lip glosses, best lip gloss, L'Oreal, L'Oreal Color Juice Lip Gloss, L'Oreal Color Juice Lip Gloss in Raspberry Smash, L'Oreal lip gloss, L'Oreal makeup, L'Oreal products, lip gloss, lips, opal, Raspberry Smash, turquoise
 For those avid fans of all things Jemma Kidd, here’s a big chunk of good news for you: the Jemma Kidd Academy is coming stateside for three days, starting this Wednesday and ending on Friday!
David Horne — Kidd’s director of education — will be teaching classes on SpaceNK locations on Third Avenue, Broadway and Greene Street for a reservation fee of $50, which can then be put toward JK product.
Posted in Around The Water Cooler, Beauty Bits, Beauty Trends, Brands, Celebrities, Events, Industry Scoops Tagged Bloomingdale's, David Horne, Fall '09 beauty trends, Fall '09 cosmetic trends, Fall 2009 beauty trends, Fall 2009 cosmetic trends, Gucci Westman, James Kaliardos, Jemma Kidd, Jemma Kidd Academy, Pat McGrath, SpaceNK, special event, special event at SpaceNK, special event New York
From New York to London to Milan.
As editors, buyers and the international party set begin to weaken with transatlantic flights, late nights, too many cocktails and too many high heels, the beauty trends emerging from the runways continue to be strong.
Milan has already seen the Fall ‘09 collections from the likes of Moschino, Gucci, Bottega [...]
Posted in Beauty Trends, Eyes, Fashion, Fashion Week, Glamazons, Hair, lips Tagged Alessandro Dell'Acqua, Beauty Trends, beauty trends Fall '09, beauty trends Fall 2009, Bottega Veneta, cosmetic trends, cosmetic trends Fall '09, cosmetic trends Fall 2009, Etro, Gucci, London, Marni, Milan, Milan Fashion Week, Milan Fashion Week Fall '09, Milan Fashion Week Fall 2009, Moschino, New York, prada, Pringle of Scotland, Roberto Cavalli, Salvatore Ferrgamo
By Chris | February 27, 2009
Applying Mineral Makeup Foundation
Follow these simple steps to apply mineral makeup and create flawless looking skin.
* After washing your face, apply a gentle moisturizer. Allow the moisturizer to completely absorb into your skin before applying your mineral makeup.
* Pour a very small amount of mineral foundation powder into the container’s lid.
* Swirl your makeup brush into the powder and then tap the brush on the edge of the container to get rid of any excess.
* The key to the flawless finish of mineral makeup is light layers. Do not put too much powder on your brush.
* If you have an area that needs extra attention, use a smaller concealer brush and spot mineral powder onto the area.
* Begin applying mineral powder to your face near the jaw line and hair line. In a circular motion while pressing gently, buff the powder onto your face.
* Continue applying the powder working inward and finish with your nose last.
* Wait a few minutes and allow the mineral powder to seemingly disappear into your skin.
* Check your face and see if you need any extra coverage in any particular area and add more mineral makeup in the same fashion on the problem areas.
* When applying blush, bronzer and other mineral makeup, use very small amounts. Because the pigments are concentrated, a little goes a long way.
At Makeup.com, you can find different brands offering the best mineral makeup products available, including Alison Raffaele, Avanya and several others.
By Chris | February 25, 2009
The Big Debate: Liquid Foundation vs. Powder Foundation
Are you a powder foundation fan or a liquid foundation fanatic? Or are you one of those women who use both hoping for extra coverage? Here’s a breakdown of each type of foundation and who it’s best for.
Liquid foundations tend to be more moisturizing than powder foundations. They also absorb into the skin instead of resting on top of it, which can give you a more natural skin finish. If you choose not to dust powder on top, liquid foundation will give your skin a dewy appearance. Liquid foundation is beneficial to women with dry skin or who want a natural look. For a great liquid foundation, try Lola Cosmetics Oil-Free Sheer Liquid Foundation because it will give you a polished no-makeup look.
Powder foundations are just what they say. They are a powder-based color that comes in either compact form or loose-powder form. Although compact powder foundations are not drying, they do tend to absorb excess oil from the skin. Powder foundation gives the skin a matte look and is a perfect choice for people who are looking for a flawless appearance. Powder foundation is also excellent for moist climates because it will soak up excess shine from humidity in the air. A great powder foundation to use is Paula Dorf Perfect Glo Foundation because it is weightless on the skin.
For those of you wanting the best of both worlds, there are also wet/dry or cream to powder foundations. These types of foundations are perfect if you vary between the choices. You are able to use the dry like you would any other compact powder foundation and you can add water to the sponge to make it a cream or liquid instead.
Posted in Tips and Advice Tagged liquid foundation, liquid foundations, Lola Cosmetics, lola cosmetics liquid foundation, lola cosmetics oil free sheer liquid foundation, oil free sheer liquid foundation, Paula Dorf, paula dorf foundation, paula dorf perfect glo foundation, powder foundation, powder foundations
Shaving Kits
For optimal shaving results, you can purchase a convenient shaving kit. Shaving kits include pre-shave oil, men’s shaving cream, a men’s shaving brush and after shave.
Some of the best shaving kits on the market today are from The Art of Shaving, Billy Jealousy and Anthony Logistics. By using a shaving kit, not only will you get a clean shave, but also prevent and relieve shaving problems, such as ingrown hairs, razor burn and tough beards.
Choose a shaving kit that is geared toward your specific type of skin. You can purchase shaving kits featuring products formulated for sensitive, normal, dry or oily skin.
Tips to Avoid Razor Bumps
The biggest problem that men have when shaving is razor bumps. Pseudofolliculitis barbae is the medical term for razor bumps, which are an inflammatory reaction surrounding ingrown hairs that result from shaving.
There are several things you can do to try to avoid getting irritating razor bumps.
* Use a facial scrub before you begin shaving. The scrub will help raise any hairs that are slightly under the skin and prevent them from growing back into the skin.
* Shave in the shower or right after getting out of the shower. The hot water will expand your skin, open your pores and make shaving easier. If you are not taking a shower, press a very warm, wet towel against the skin for two to five minutes before starting to shave.
* Always use a lubricant when shaving. Never try to shave dry.
* Use a sharp blade. Discard shaving blades after five uses.
* Shave in long downward strokes in the direction your beard grows. Reapply lubricant if you need to repeat strokes in the same area.
* Use product geared toward soothing razor bumps after shaving. These men’s shaving products calm irriation with anti-inflammatory ingredients, such as aloe vera. Do not use any product containing alcohol or menthol.
* Shave every other day, if possible. Daily shaving can irritate your skin.
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