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Picture Perfect Makeup for a Summer Party

Dina Fierro — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 04:01:32 +0000

Memorial Day has passed, which means it’s officially summer! If you’re anything like me, your summer evenings and weekends are a whirlwind of outdoor activities with friends, trips to the park and of course, fun, relaxed summer parties.

While I don’t want my makeup to look or more importantly, feel heavy in the summer - I still want to feel polished and pretty. Here are a few of my favorite tips and products to get that picture perfect summer party look:

Lose the foundation! Choose a light tinted moisturizer with SPF to set the stage for your look. I love Laura Geller’s Barely There Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 ($30). It’s a featherweight formula that still delivers a hint of coverage, along with essential sun protection.
For a dewy and fresh look, switch your tried and true powder blush for a creamy formula. I dig Three Custom Color’s bright Poppy Lip & Cheek Stain ($22.50). The versatile hue works on warm or cool skintones and it does double duty as a creamy lip stain.
Embrace the sheer, pearlescent finish of an Eye Gloss ($15). Jane Iredale makes a gorgeous assortment of colors – best of all, no brush is needed. Justs swipe on lids with your finger for a slightly imperfect, summer-perfect look. My favorite is Lilac Silk – it looks particularly gorgeous with blue or green eyes.
Last but not least, ditch the powder. Set your makeup with a cooling vitamin and mineral enriched mist like the Minerals in the Mist sprays ($22) by Youngblood. You’ll get the same staying power but with a refreshing blast of moisture and aromatherapy instead of a dry powder finish. Refresh is my favorite of the three blends - it’s a citrusy blend of tangerine and grapefruit.

Do you have any favorite summer-specific beauty looks? If so, leave a comment and share!

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30% Off at Three Custom Color

Dina Fierro — Sat, 30 May 2009 23:29:48 +0000

I’m all about the DEALS these days, so I simply had to pass along that Three Custom Color is offering a steep 30% Pro Discount from now through Tuesday, June 2nd! On my shopping list is definitely their new and gorgeous Whisper Sheer Lipstick, a featherweight shimmering nude with gold and bronze flecks. It’s normally $21.50 but after the discount, it’s just $15.05. If you’d rather rock this hue in a gloss, they’ve also formulated Whisper Lip Gloss (both below!)

Simply enter “MUSHOW” during checkout at www.threecustom.com to score the discount. Happy Shopping!

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Concealer GWP at Three Custom Color

Dina Fierro — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:27:28 +0000

My favorite custom-blend experts, Three Custom Color Specialists, are offering up a sampling opportunity to web shoppers from now through April 23rd. Get a trio of free concealer samples with any online order (no minimum purchase)!

Image courtesy of Three Custom Color

Three Custom Color’s unique and versatile concealer formula is a favorite of makeup artists (and me!) Use the creamy blend full coverage to conceal redness or dark circles, apply with a wet sponge to use as a foundation or blend with your favorite face cream to create the perfect tinted moisturizer. This is one of my go-to products every morning!

To get the deal, simply indicate which shades you would like to try in Customer Notes during checkout and get flawless! Visit www.threecustom.com to shop.

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Have It Your Way at Giella

Dina Fierro — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 15:14:12 +0000

Seeking the perfect matte forest green eye liner? A creamy bronze lip pencil to match your favorite lippie shade? Giella Custom Blend Cosmetics has the answer – Custom Blend Cosmetic Pencils.

Image courtesy of Giella

While it’s pretty simple to get a custom-blend lipgloss or foundation via brands like Prescriptives or Three Custom Color, Giella is the FIRST line to offer custom eye, lip and brow pencils ($25 each). A unique molding machine the size of a pocket camera is used to fill empty pencil barrels with all-natural ingredients including mineral pigments and a vegetable based emollient.

Beyond color, you can customize your pencils with shimmer in silver, gold, copper or bronze and skin conditioners.

If you’re tempted, be sure to check out Giella at Henri Bendel in New York City or at www.giella.com. For $10 off your first order, enter code GM1007 at checkout. Happy Blending!

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