I like to give my skin a little rest weekly, so Sundays are usually my no-makeup day. But today, as I readied myself for brunch and took a hard look at my skin, I realized that my stress level and lack of sleep have been taking a real toll. I’ve got some dark circles as well as some imperfections that could definitely use some attention!
So, into my makeup stash I dug, looking for a miracle worker, and out came La Prairie’s Light Fantastic Cellular Concealing-Brightening Eye Treatment ($70).  Now, while that’s a major mouthful of a name, what this product …read more

There are black mascaras and there are BLACK MASCARAS. MAC’s new Zoom Fast Black Lash falls firmly into the latter category.
This carbon-black formula deposits an intense amount of pigment on lashes, adding length and even a bit of volume.  While I’ve got long lashes to begin with, I’ve received more than a few “What mascara are you wearing?” questions while wearing Zoom Fast Black Lash. For the record, that’s DEFINITELY a good thing.

While I love the formula and the results, I will just warn that it requires a little extra care for complete removal. I usually use a makeup cleansing …read more

Sue Devitt is among my favorite luxe beauty brands. I love that Sue herself takes a lot of inspiration from her travels and that she incorporates that inspiration into the collection each season.
For a long time, I could only find the line at Barney’s but I’m pleased to share that Sue Devitt has just launched a new e-commerce site of her own – and for a limited time only, there’s a great gift with purchase up for grabs.

To celebrate the launch of the new website, you’ll receive a complimentary Eye Intensifier Pencil in Kalahari (a gorgeous, on-trend gray) and Silky …read more

Though I’m not the “greenest” girl in the world, I’m all for eco-friendly beauty lines that deliver results as lovely as the ‘big guys’.  BeingTRUE’s Interference Color Rich Shadows are one of my favorites.
Offering twelve new shades for Fall 2009, BeingTRUE’s latest collection is inspired by gemstones. The shadows are rich and quite pigmented, not to mention infused with Demaxyl, a ceramide complex that helps smooth crepey eyelids by adding moisture to depleted skin.  They also include an antioxidant complex of Vitamin E, Green Tea, White Tea, which helps shield the skin from the environment, UV damage and moisture loss.
You …read more

LORAC’s Fall 2009 collection will prep any woman for her red carpet moment. Dubbed Red Carpet Reveal, it includes celebrity makeup artist (and LORAC creator) Carol Shaw’s go-to products for her A-list clients from Front of the Line Pro Liquid Eyeliner to the Breakthrough Performance Lipstick SPF 15 in seven gorgeous shades.
However, my must- have from Red Carpet Reveal is without a doubt the signature Palette. This sleek, slim black compact houses three coordinated neutral shades (Interview, the darkest of the three, also works perfectly as an powder liner) and one beautiful, versatile powder blush, Main Attraction.
Also included in the …read more

While I’m blessed with pretty long lashes to begin with, that doesn’t stop me from wanting to test every new mascara that crosses my desk. I mean, they COULD always be a bit longer, right?  If you agree and you’re looking for a safe way to boost your lashes, you may want to consider DermaQuest’s new DermaLash mascara.
This mascara does double duty, defining eyes and strengthening lashes with a drug-free, non-clumping formula that contains peptides and a proprietary “Lash Growth Promoter Complex.”
The complex helps stimulate hair follicles for full and lengthy lashes and also helps prevent breakage and hair loss. …read more

As far as I’m concerned, some of the best mascara can be found in the drugstore. L’Oreal’s new Extra Volume Collagen Mascara proves me right.
Using a formula infused with both collagen and hyaluronic acid (amazing for plumping and moisturizing skin), this mascara is buildable and lengthens and volumizes lashes.
Housed in the sleek black packaging is a thick brush with dozens of fine bristles that capture every lash. My only complaint?  The brush picks up a ton of mascara, you really need to wipe it off fully before using to prevent excess product from landing on your lashes or the surrounding …read more

Bobbi Brown’s new Ivy League Collection for Fall 2009 includes a fresh, new spin on fall’s strong eye: Forest Shimmer Ink Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner.
If you’ve never tested Bobbi’s gel liners, you’re in for a treat. If you use the right brush (I dig MAC’s 210), they’re super simple to apply and leave the perfect swipe of long lasting color.
The Forest hue in particular is stunning, in my opinion –  it’s a deep green and golden pearl that really makes hazel and brown eyes pop!
You can pair this with one of the two new pearlized eye shadows for fall –  Autumn …read more

Regardless of how creative you are with your makeup, there are mornings when you just wake up and feel uninspired! If YOU’RE bored of beige, ready to retire the neutrals and need a few great ideas, snag a copy of Eye Candy: 55 Easy Makeup Looks for Glam Lids.

This instructional book, authored by makeup artist Linda Mason, offers up relatively simple instruction for anyone looking to re-create eye looks that range from everyday to flirtatious, funky to punky and of course, glam.
Each lesson includes a close up of the finished look, a list of what you’ll need to create the …read more

Regardless of your figure, curves are always in style when we’re talking lashes. The good folks at Rimmel know it – and their new Sexy Curves mascara delivers as promised.

The secret to Rimmel’s success is in both the brush (a voluptuous ‘triple plump’ design) AND the formula. Designed to work in tandem, the collagen-enriched mascara contains proteins, vitamins and conditioners that leave lashes strong but amped up!
Don’t ask me the difference between the two hues available – Black or Extreme Black – but you can pick up either at drugstores and other mass retailers like Target nationwide, for about $7.49 …read more