If I cave on an order (and I JUST MIGHT), I’ll probably snag some one of the icy cool shades from the new Chrome Collection, namely the party-ready Chrome Palette, which houses 10 eye shadows, 4 lippies, a Mini Eye Shadow Brush, and Mini Lip Brush.

What will you buy?

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This 9 piece collection is unique because it’s infused with purported mood-booster Happybelle, a complex containing a natural plant extract that just might mimic the effect of endorphins and induce, yes, a sense of happiness.

Trippy, I know but don’t worry, it’s totally natural. Included in the fun pink mock-croc clutch are:

• 0.03 oz bareMinerals Glee Radiance All-Over Face Color infused with Happybelle
• 0.02 oz bareMinerals Euphoria Eyecolor infused with Happybelle
• 0.02 oz bareMinerals Happiness Eyecolor infused with Happybelle
• 0.01 oz bareMinerals Hallucinate Liner Shadow infused with Happybelle
• 0.33 oz bareMinerals Flawless Definition Mascara in Black
• 0.14 oz bareMinerals 100% Natural Lipgloss in Berry Rush
• bareMinerals Feather Light Brush in Limited-Edition Hot Pink
• bareMinerals Double-Ended Complete Tapered Shadow Brush in Limited-Edition Hot Pink

The Happiness Collection is a fantastic value at just $54. You can snag it at Sephora stores or www.sephora.com.

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This week saw the release of New Moon, the second film in the Twilight Saga series, and to coincide with the premiere, Nordstrom is exclusively launching the Luna Twilight cosmetics collection. Whether you side with “Team Edward” or “Team Jacob”, these products will seduce to every Twilight fan. Included in the collection:

Luna Twilight Mortal Glow Blushing Cream – $20

This breakthrough blend of mousse and cream blush glides on effortlessly for a satin finish that perfectly emulates a vampire’s ethereal glow.

Luna Twilight First Light Body Glow – $34

Highlight collarbones, arms and legs with a light-weight, hydrating body illuminator that leaves skin dazzling.

Luna Twilight DuWup Lip Venom – $16

Apply this Venom-laced lip conditioner for a crimson stained pout with an intensely potent bite.

Luna Twilight Moonshadows Eyeshadow- $20

Smudge on this duel shimmer and cream shadow for a mysterious smokey eye effect.

What do you think? Does Twilight-inspired makeup speak to you?

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To get the look:

Eyes
“Nikki has gorgeous dark eyes that I really wanted to play up. I started by smudging mark Eyemarker Color On Line in Java along her upper lash line, followed by two coats of mark Scanda-Lash Hook Up Mascara on the top lashes. For her bottom lashes, I took the tip of the mascara wand and carefully coated each lash for definition, then brushed it out with the wand for separation. I finished by applying mark I-mark Custom Pick Eyeshadow in Nomadic to her lids and Fairy Dust in her crease.”

Face
“I applied mark Face Xpert Flawless Touch Makeup in Natural to create a smooth canvas followed by mark Get Bright Hook Up Highlighter under her eyes to hide any signs of dark circles. I finished by applying a combination of mark Good Glowing Custom Pick Powder Blush in Cameo Glo to the apples of her cheeks, and mark Glow Xpert Face Shimmer in Champagne to the top portion to really bring out the contours of her cheekbones. To create an overall matte finish, I used mark Cheat Sheet Shine Blotters.”

Lips
“To finish off her look, I used mark Dew Drenched Moisturlicious Lip Color in Toffee on her lips, with a layer of mark Pro Gloss Hook Up Plumping Lip Shine in Spice for added shine.”

What do you think of actress Nikki Reed’s premiere look?

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But there’s still a little bit of hope for diehards! The brand wants to ensure that you, yes YOU, are able to secure your favorites for as long as they’re available, so they’ve launched a Twitter channel.

By following Prescriptives on Twitter, you’ll receive quick answers to product-related questions. You’ll also get the inside scoop on their Lustre Holiday color collection (think luxurious, shimmering color and gorgeous glimmering golds!) and as well as the latest news on Jillian Veran’s (Prescriptives Director of Artistry) upcoming QVC appearances.

Click here to follow Prescriptives: http://www.twitter.com/Prescriptives – and be sure to ask them your product-related questions .

If you’re not down with Twitter, you can also reach Prescriptives via their toll-free number, 1-877-819-2968.

What Prescriptives products will you be stocking up on?

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For a flashy effect (think New Year’s Eve!), choose from shades like Prima Platinum – a sleek silver infused with glitter, and Gusto Golddust, a rich, yellow gold with a sparkle finish.

For a bolder look, choose from shades like Ecstasi Indigo – a deep blue with a hint of shine, or Brava Blackberry – a rich, shimmering shade of maroon. For classic red holiday nails with a twist, try Festivo Fuschia and Magnifico Magenta – two bright shades of red that are sure to make a classic statement when paired with that little black dress (or anything, for that matter. As far as I’m concerned, red nails are a neutral!)

Borghese Nail Lacquer retails for $8 each, and is available at drugstores nationwide.

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Legendary for their runway collaborations with designers such as Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Dior, and Givenchy, Erickson Beamon is the first jewelry house to be featured in the gift with purchase designer bag series – and my personal favorite to date!

The bag itself features whimsically printed duchess satin, a bijoux zipper pull, embossed gold logo tassel, and lace and pearl embellishments. It’s spacious, but portable enough for easy holiday travel.

Of course, it’s not all about the bag. Included in the gift with purchase are the following goodies, valued at over $150!:

1. dr.brandt® Microdermabrasion Body Exfoliating Cream

2. FULL SIZE Sue Devitt Eye Intensifier Pencil

3. Talika Eye Decompress

4. Nick Chavez® Beverly Hills PLUMP ‘N THICK® Thickening Hairspray

5. Jack Black® Industrial Strength Hand Healer

6. Rene Furturer Myrrhea Anti-Frizz Silkening Mask Tube

7. DIANA B. Scented Candle

8. Smashbox Lash DNA Mascara

9. StriVectin® Neck Cream

10. DDF Daily Protective Moisturizer

11. PHYTO Phytolisse Finishing Serum

12. INTELLIGENT NUTRIENTS® LIP DELIVERY NUTRITION

13. Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion

Since the holidays are approaching, check out the shop by personality gift finder to make your seasonal shopping a bit easier -then you can snag the Erickson Beamon ‘Glenda Party Bag’ as a present for yourself!

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While Malin claimed to be the opposite of a girly-girl, she’s definitely doing a few things right when it comes to beauty.  First and foremost, she said, “No makeup can do what sleep and hydration can.” I must agree wholeheartedly – get your beauty rest and drink up, ladies!

Of course, Malin is a big advocate for Crest as well – and unlike many celebrities working with brands, I actually believed her when she said, “I’ve been using Crest for years…because I love coffee and red wine. In fact, that’s my beauty tip for the soul…red wine!”

If you’re a red wine and coffee lover too, check out Crest’s new White Strips Advanced Seal. As far as I’m concerned, these are the gold standard when it comes to whitening- they don’t budge until you remove them (so you can really multitask when using them), they don’t cause a ton of sensitivity and most importantly, they DO actually work!

Malin also called out Rosebud Salve and Creme de la Mer as beauty musts.

Have you ever used any at-home whitening products?  Tell me about ‘em in the comments!

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On tap for the Holidays this season from TEMPTU are the ADORN Temporary Tattoo Kits. You may not know this (I didn’t) but the brand is actually a long-time industry favorite in this space, having produced high-quality temporary tattoos for some of Hollywood’s biggest names including Robert DeNiro, Johnny Depp, and Chace Crawford.

Now, you don’t have to be an actor to experience TEMPTU’s temporary tattoos. These fun, whimsical kits add the perfect finishing touch for any glamour girl with edge.  Available in three different sets, which each contain three patterns in the themes of Zen Chic, Girly Chic, and Seductive Chic, these tattoos let you have a little fun, without the pain or commitment.

My fave of the bunch is Seductive Chic, which comes with a sweet floral design and a cheeky lip print.

Each of the Adorn Temporary Tattoo Kits is $25 and the tatttoos themselves last for 2-5 days. To shop the collection, visit Sephora online.

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The first Per-fekt product that I’ve tested (there are just three in the line) is coincidentally the newest, the Eye Perfection Gel. This treatment/primer/concealer/brightener (no, really…it effectively acts as all of those things) enhances the delicate under-eye area with the most natural look imaginable.

So what does that really mean? Well, effectively, Eye Perfection Gel smoothes the skin, provides minimal coverage, treats puffiness and diffuses fine lines and wrinkles. Key ingredients with short term and long term benefits include cucumber extract, multi-antioxidants, hyaluronic microspheres, peptides and ceramides.

The product itself is a hybrid gel-mousse that dries to a near powder finish. Try applying it alone, under foundation/concealer or even over foundation or concealer for a high-def ready, nearly airbrushed look.

The packaging of this product is just as smart as the formula – a palladium-tipped applicator is uber-cool to the touch, which means it immediately sets to work on puffy eyes.

Application is really key – creator Richard Anderson stressed that when we discussed Eye Perfection Gel. To use, squeeze a pea-sized amount onto the palladium tip applicator and gently pat and smooth from the outside corner of the eye inward. Do not rub or you won’t get the same flawless finish. If you’d like extra coverage, you even try layering the product.

There are four shades available (I’m quite fair and I use “Bright”), including colorless and it’s sheer enough that you essentially can’t make a mistake in application.

If you’re intrigued by Per-fekt, you can snag the Eye Perfection Gel for $45 at Sephora stores nationwide or at www.perfektbeauty.com.

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