OK, I promise: This shall be my final pre-Halloween beauty post.
(Mostly because Halloween starts in about a half hour.)
First of all, I’m loving the new Sephora Halloween Kit -it’s only $19, and gives all sorts of fabulously Halloween-appropriate looks, all in one box.
The kit has anything you may need to create the look of a doll, fairy, and angel, including: False Eyelashes, Round a Pot in Beach Ball, Glitter Spray in Silver, Slim Eyeliner in Black, Slim Eyeliner in White, and Luminous Glow.
Why is this great? Well, if you are still looking for tips right now, you probably still have …read more

Another Bobbi Brown release I’m getting increasingly excited about is their new Chrome Collection.
“Chrome is cool and icy. It’s a very modern, but still pretty way to illuminate the skin,” Bobbi says.
The Chrome Palette is a very cool way of looking at holiday beauty  – especially for those of us who just aren’t feeling the red and jolly.
It’s very icy and shimmering and  10 eye shadows, 4 lip shades, a Mini Eye Shadow Brush and a Mini Lip Brush.
Chrome lips are part of the collection as well, and include Port Lip Color, Chrome Metallic Lip Color and Plum Pearl …read more

This afternoon, my friends and I had primo celeb-spotting seats at the Charlotte Ronson show at New York Fashion Week – pretty exciting!
But what was also pretty neat was hanging backstage and watching Maybelline make up the faces!
Here’s a list of the products that were used on the models before hitting the runway:

Maybelline New York Mineral Power Powder Foundation
Maybelline New York Mineral Power Concealer
Maybelline New York Mineral Power Blush in Gentle Pink
Maybelline New York Mineral Power Illuminator
Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Mascara
Maybelline New York Color Sensational Lipstick in Born With It

The hair (which was done by Avon) and makeup …read more

When it comes to Bare Escentuals, I am no newbie – in fact, I give it pretty much deity status.
I know a lot of you are still new to it, and mineral makeup in general, though.
For you, I recommend you go out immediately and get yourself bareMinerals Newbie Complexion Kit
This kit includes:
- 2 x 0.03 oz shades of bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation
- 0.02 oz bareMinerals Mineral Veil
- 0.01 oz bareMinerals Warmth All-Over Face Color
- Mini Flawless Application Face Brush
Why do you need this?
It’s quite simply a great starter kit, and comes with two shades of foundation, so you can find …read more

Lately, some readers have been writing to me asking my thoughts on mineral makeup. Is it really worth the hype?
In short: YES. I can honestly say that since switching from heavier liquid foundations to mineral ones, my skin has been reborn, revitalized, and healthier than ever.
This is largely because mineral makeup is made from naturally occurring pigments from the earth. It won’t clog your pores, and thus, you ain’t going to break out from it – making it perfect for light coverage for all types of sensitive skin.
I also love it because it is great for the inner-artist we all …read more

Yes, I have many pink lip glosses!
That doesn’t mean it’s not STILL a beauty bag staple!
So, I was very excited to learn about the new Hiss Good Nite lip gloss.
It’s a shimmery pink shade that is delicate but still sexy and has a very kissable peppermint scent: Even the packaging is adorable!
No matter what your hobbies and schedule, a good pink lipgloss is a beauty staple – no matter what brand or style you choose. Just try it, and you’ll see what I mean.
Image: HoneyCatCosmetics.com

To have a lot of makeup is great – but it can become an issue when you don’t have enough space to hold it all!
I already have an organizer, but I just decided I will celebrate my upcoming move with an upgrade: Sephora Brand Moroccan Sunrise Lighted Traincase is truly the gorgeous gold standard of makeup cases.
The top has a snap-closet, and when you open it, there’s a  lighted mirror to aid you in your beautifying on the go. It also has a two-part upper tray and two lower drawers – plenty of space even if you are as much …read more

If you are a Nordstrom shopper, get thee there now: Shiseido Artistic Director, Dick Page has created an exclusive shade of Shiseido Makeup Perfect Rouge that will just be sold there, and for a limited time only (March through June 2009).
This is a soft rose toned lipstick with a delicate metallic pearl, and I love it with the spring styles (which includes tons of pink!).
Image: Shiseido

Float into Spring with ethereal tones and goddess-like silhouettes.
The style of the season embarks on a journey of flesh-toned palettes and free-flowing fabrics. Essie’s new Spring 2009 color collection captures the femininity of the season with a fresh, hopeful attitude.
This season, there was an air of elegant practicality with an emphasis on expertly cut classics. Relaxed trousers and draping dresses were matched with cascading ruffles and comfy knits. The runways were awash in translucent fabrics and grounded hues, and designers encouraged hopefulness with pops of lively colors amidst must-have nudes.
The Essie Spring 2009 collection compliments the season’s dreaminess with a …read more

It’s perfect timing to start a new tradition… a New Year’s “New You” gift!
Personalized products have never been in higher demand, and Too Faced has taken this hot trend to the extreme with the New! Design Your Own Palette custom makeup kit website program. For the first time in glamourista history, customers have the chance to go online and virtually create a super chic and totally unique makeup palette.
With just the click of the mouse gift-givers, technophiles and makeup junkies alike can choose their favorite Too Faced products and package designs, add their own messaging and customize a charming gift …read more