If you haven’t tried MAC’s mineralize collection  yet…what are you waiting for?  These skinfinish bronzer like beauties are more than amazing….you get the bronzey look without that heavy glittery look that some bronzers and mineral makeup gives you.  Any of these will give you a nice glow, without all the shimmer.

Mineralize Skinfinish ($27.00 U.S./$32.50 CDN)

Sunny By Nature Rich Bronze with pink pearl
Cheeky Bronze Soft Golden Coral with bronze pearl
Porcelain Pink Soft pinky coral with gold veining
Triple Fusion Left : Soft Champagne Gold; Center: Soft Golden Pink; Right: Rose Pink with Golden Nuances
Smooth Merge Left: Soft Champagne Pink; Center: Deep …read more

Get your bronze on in fabulous fashion with Bobbi Brown’s latest addition to the bronzing family.  This summer, Bobbi Brown is making it easier than ever to get the look of healthy, sun-kissed skin without the damaging effects of the sun. Take your pick from a flattering array of options, designed for all complexions from fair to dark. I adore bronzers in the summertime and Bobbi get;s it just right with these versatile shades.  Make sure you swirl and tap the brush before applying so you can get the most natural coverage as possible.

Shimmer Brick for Body
The shimmer brisk for …read more

In the summertime, I want something that is just grab and go.  I find that I like to simplify my routine and one way is to have a multi-use product.  For me,  this is my #1 go to item…NARS the Multiple.  I have it in several shades and if you have never used it before, once you do, you will understand why it has achieved such a cult status over the years.  It’s velvety cream to powder formula is perfect for adding color and/or highlight to your skin.  In addition, no powder to settle into any fine lines you may …read more

With Summer basically here, only the calendar says it is not really Summer yet, I take a different approach with my makeup. The first thing I do is to definitely tone down the eye makeup.
I usually just wear a bit of bronzer on my lids for the day, if anything at all. But – I may just have to change my summer shadow habits. I just tried out a few new eye products, and they are helping me create a pretty summer eye look. I am calling it my “island eyes” look.
The products are from Elizabeth Ardens’s Cool Blue – …read more

The Evidence of afterglow: flushed, dewy skin. Color-touched lids. Kiss-me lips. Yes, you can be fulfilled too.
How, you wonder? Well, Victoria’s Secret Very Sexy Makeup recently introduced the Fulfilled makeup collection. And by using any piece from this collection will have you feeling, well – fulfilled! The colors are just beautiful.
Here is the product run-down.
Lip Gloss ($12) – A not-quite naked lip takes sexy over the top when combined with wet shine. Available in four sultry, sparkling nude shades: Linger, Again, Fulfilled, and Lover
Silky Eye Shadow ($12) – A pop of color on lids takes afterglow to new …read more

Okay, I want this too. Want to know why?? It’s because of all those colors in the compact. I’m constantly mixing my own blushes to get the right color, so this looks awfully promising!!
And of course… it’s by Guerlain!

By about this time each year, we are beginning to think of ways to escape the winter chill and head south. Only one problem with that. Our skin is pale, pale, pale which means that we are really going to stand out when we hit the beach. So, I want to put together a list of self tanners that people actually like. And if there is one that you don’t like for one reason or another, tell us that too. I will get us started.
I use Neutrogena Instant Bronze. I have been drawn back to this one time …read more