Tarte Treats Us to Emerald

It's easy is to wear the Pantone color of the year with tarte skinny smolderEYES in rich emerald.  These trimmed down skinny, waterproof liners glide on like velvet, just like you're used to with tarte's Amazonian clay waterproof liners.  They are intended to last throughout the day so you don't have to worry about smudging or travelling down under eyes.  These have rich, pure pigments boosted by Amazonian clay for truer, bolder color.  Use the built-in smudger to soften the look.  What's lovely about having the clay in the liners is that it nourishes lids, reduces surface oil and improves overall texture for easy application and better wear.  What's great about this rich emerald color is it emphasizes the beauty of every eye color.  Enjoy!

New from NARS: Eyeliner Stylo

NARS has introduced Eyeliner Stylo, a super-fine precision tip liquid eyeliner that allows for maximum control during application. The unique tip ensures a precise, even line with just one stroke. I'm drooling at the promo image. Regular readers will know I'm a huge fan of Lancome's Artliner eyeliner pens and haven't found anything close to its brilliance in application. I don't know, this just may give them a run for the money. I know I'll be trying them for sure.



The waterproof, quick-drying formula delivers a high dose of pigment for optimum coverage and intense color.

High pigment formula provides optimum coverage and intense color
Long-wearing, quick-dry formula shapes and defines eyes - lasts all day
Super-fine precision tip ensures an even line - thick or thin

NARS new Eyeliner Stylos come in three shades, Blue Bayou (that's the one I'll be buying first), Nuits Blanches (a shiny black), and Nabucco (a chocolate brown), each retails for $27. They are available exclusively at NARS Cosmetics online.

Ok, gotta go put my face on and get to work ... have a beautiful day, lovelies! xo

Shu Uemura New Painting Gel Liners

Explore the infinite possibilities of artistic expression with Painting Gel Liners, Shu Uemura’s ultra-smooth, highly pigmented, long lasting gel eyeliners. With a variety of artistically selected shades and textures, mix and match colors for unlimited drawing and designing on the face.

JUST FRESHLY LAUNCHED

This waterproof liner stays in place all day. The long-wear formula is perfect for the upcoming summer months!

· Resistant to sebum, sweat and tears.
· Three types of volatile agents give the liners a smooth and even glide across the skin.
· Creamy texture allows time for adjustment and blendability.
· Nine shades range from defining colors to vivid accents to glitter and shine.
· Mix and match to create desired colors!
· Portable Eye Liner Brush makes it easy to master even the most delicate of lines.

LONG-WEAR FORMULA
Perfect for the upcoming summer months, this waterproof liner stays in place all day. Resistant to sebum, sweat and tears, the formula keeps from flaking, chipping and smudging.

SMOOTH GLIDE
Three types of volatile agents give the liners a smooth and even glide across the skin, like paint on a canvas. The creamy texture allows time for adjustment and blendabilty. Using the Portable Eye Lining Brush, confidently draw even the finest of lines with absolute precision.


SOPHISTICATED SHADE RANGE
Nine shades range from defining colors to vivid accents to glitter and shine. The range of dark shades, Black, Night Blue and Brown enhance eye definition. White and Vivid Blue are intense, pure colors with high coverage that allow for outstanding accentuation. Applied to the top of another shade, Gold and Silver can act as effect enhancers. Green and Purple have metallic pearls that leave an unforgettable color and texture on the eyes. Like a true artist, mix and match to create desired colors.

PORTABLE EYE LINING BRUSH
The Shu Uemura range of artisan brushes, hand-crafted by specialists, is recognised by makeup artists all over the world for exquisite quality and superior results. As a new addition, the portable eye lining brush makes it easy to master even the most delicate of lines. The shape of the brush and its uncut tips of the finest sable hair ensure a smooth and even application for any desired line. The design of the brush makes it ideal to carry along, so you can create gorgeous eyes anytime, anywhere.


Makeup artists are having so much fun playing with these gorgeously pigmented, long-wearing creamy liners. No one creates an artistic eye like Shu Uemura. They're famous for it. The liners retail for $24 each and the portable lining brush for $28. They're available now at shuuemura-usa.com, Shu Uemura boutiques and counters nationwide.

Smashbox: New! Long Wearing Makeup Must-Haves

New! Smashbox Long Wearing Makeup ...

Smashbox's new long wearing nonstop shades for eyes and lips are said to be totally crease-proof, smudge-proof and budge-proof.

WATERPROOF SHADOW LINER DUO
A waterproof and crease-resistant cream shadow and liner duo.
Smashbox Waterproof Shadow Liner Duo creates a smoldering smoky eye with a versatile cream-to-powder shadow liner. The cream-shadow formula glides on smoothly and evenly—and is totally waterproof and crease-resistant—giving you the power to create soft, smoky definition in one quick step. Whether you choose to wear it as a won't-budge smudged liner or a radiant all-over shadow, this product is sure to make your eyes pop.

Both shades are housed in a portable, mirrored compact for touch-ups on the go. Available in Cashmere (champagne shimmer/ bronze shimmer), Goddess (silver taupe shimmer/ deep purple shimmer), Slate (light gray shimmer/ deep slate) and Smolder (pewter shimmer/ black). $25 each


LIMITLESS LONG WEARING LIP GLOSS
Their new long-wearing lip gloss gives you nonstop gorgeous color and shine for up to 6 hours, while SPF 15 protects your pout. The luxurious formula with vitamins A, C & E and sea kale revitalizes and nourishes lips for a silky-smooth texture that’s never tacky or dry. Specially contoured velour wand gives you a precise and comfortable one-coat application.

Available in six shades: Infinite (soft, pinkish nude), Forever (barely there pink), Boundless (juicy melon), Endless (sheer plum), Nonstop (cool raspberry) and Eternity (shimmery bronze). $21 each


BIONIC MASCARA in INDIGO INK
The first industry ionic mascara for longer, stronger and more voluminous super-power lashes now comes in gorgeous, eye enhancing indigo! The specially engineered no-clump brush gently coats lashes with our revolutionary long-wearing, water-resistant formula for a high impact lash in just one sweep. Aloe, wheat protein, silk and olive oil strengthen and condition. The jet black shade intensifies and defines for ultra-lush, look-at-me lashes. Also available in jet black. $19


For more information on these gorgeous, technologically advanced long wearing products, please visit Smashbox online today. Take advantage of current Smashbox deals and offers by checking our updated beauty offers regularly. As always, enjoy free standard shipping and jumbo deluxe samples with every online order!

J. Lynne Cosmetics Smoulder Eyeliner Collection

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Beautifully frame eyes with sultry, rich tones infused with eco-friendly ingredients.

J.Lynne Cosmetics, cruelty free mineral makeup free of chemicals, synthetics and fillers, is proud to announce the creation of The Smoulder Collection as the latest addition to their current line of Ultra Intensity Mineral Eyeliners. From rich aquatic teal to smouldering brown-black espresso tones, this line encompasses 10 vibrant shades ideal for all skin types and tones.

Effortlessly apply wet or dry to create amazingly lined eyes with a mysterious, bold, and always dramatic finish. Each mineral eyeliner is designed to frame eyes with sultry colors, enhancing the true intensity of your gaze. The Smoulder Collection's deeply pigmented and vivid shades will define eyes with a beautifully rich luster, while providing an eco-friendly approach to superior makeup application. A little goes a long, long way!

Full Size Jar: 5g net volume - $8

Sample : 1/16 tsp in a 5g jar - $1.25

Available for purchase online at J. Lynne Cosmetics.

Piaffe Creme Eyeliner

PERFECT CREME EYELINER BY PIAFFE

This nutrient rich, soothing formula instantly defines and brightens eyes for daytime beauty and evening glamour. These long -wearing colors glide on smoothly for a buildable adjustable thin to thicker line as desired. Water and sweat resistant for every part of your day. Guarantee easy lining with Piaffe cake eye liner brush. Available in three shades - onyx (black), midnight (a periwinkle blue (see image above), and mahogany (a reddish-brown). $22

Available at Piaffe.

Smashbox: Oasis Shadow & Liner Quad

This limited-edition ultra-blendable shadow and deep bronze cream liner in the Smashbox Oasis Shadow & Liner Quad perfectly enhances eyes for a beautifully bronzed summer look. Shimmering shadows highlight eyes while bronze liner defines them. Vibrant shades of red earth and a refreshing pop of turquoise make eyes come alive.

$30

Sephora Exclusive!

Besame Spring Colors

Bésame Cosmetics

Classic - Alluring Eye Shadow

• Rich textured shadows with shimmer
• High density color pigments
• Crease-proof consistency that won't fade or run
• Blends flawlessly for fool-proof application

$16

Masterliner Eye Pencil

• Water resistant formula delivers powerful, vibrant color
• Glides on velvety smooth and can be smudged for a smoky-eye look
• Long-lasting formula enriched with vitamin E
• Retractable tip for precise application

$19

Now is a great time to try Bésame if you're not familiar with them already. They're offering a free, full-sized product as their gift to you as a first-time customer. You can choose from a lipstick, pencil or lip glaze.

For more information or purchasing: Bésame

NARS: Neu Neons - Eyes

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Carvaggio (pink/purple) and South Pacific (teal/blue) Duo Eyeshadows - Same longwearing crease resistant formula as the NARS Single Eyeshadow, in a series of uniquely paired color combinations. Worn together or alone, all eyeshadows can be applied sheer or built up for a more dramatic effect. All powder eyeshadows can be used wet or dry. $32

• Richly pigmented powders
• Effortless blending; coordinated in fashionable pairs
• Multifunction: use as eyeshadow, eyeliner and on eyebrows

Party Monster Single Eyeshadow - Longwearing, crease resistant color in sheer wearable formulas. All eyeshadows can be applied sheer or built up for a more dramatic effect. These richly pigmented powders blend effortlessly and can also be used wet. $22

Parrot Cay Eyeliner Pencil - Defines the eye with rich intense pigments of longwearing color that leave a velvety-smooth finish. Ideal for precision definition and a lash thickening effect. The creamy texture is ideal for blending and smudging. $20

• Rich and intense pigments
• Creamy texture prevents tugging on the eye
• Easy application; blendable

Le Sept Glitter Pencil - Chunky crayons infused with transparent color and subtle glitter. May be used to subtly accent, highlight and illuminate the skin. $24

• Subtle glitter suspended in translucent color
• Ideal for eyes, cheeks, lips and body
• Layer or use alone to illuminate eyes and skin

For more information and purchasing: NARS

Smashbox: Beauty and the Beach

1. COMPACT ANTI-SHINE
Smashbox's best-selling ANTI-SHINE product in a portable mirrored compact for oil control touchups anywhere. Mattifies skin without disturbing your makeup or causing build up, and it won’t clog pores. contains tea tree oil to help combat breakouts, and vitamin E to help repair skin damage. $28.00

2. DESERT CHIC FUSION BODY BRONZING POWDER & BRUSH SET
Get a gorgeous glow from head-to-toe with this desert-inspired bronzing powder. Inside the oversized metallic compact is a beautiful heat wave press, blending together four shimmering shades of bronze infused with red earth minerals to give you the most natural-looking color. It is deliciously scented with our signature fragrance. Paraben-free. $55.00

3. JET SET WATERPROOF EYE LINER
This amazing gel-based eye liner glides on easily and is totally waterproof and crease-resistant - giving you the power to create stay-put eyes like never before. It's perfect for lining the inner rim of the eye or as a won't-budge traditional liner. $22.00

4. SHEER FOCUS TINTED MOISTURIZER
Our new lightweight, oil-free tinted moisturizer is packed with vitamins and anti-aging peptides for naturally radiant skin. Our unique citrus honey moisturization technology nourishes skin as it absorbs excess oil throughout the day and UVA/UVB SPF 15 guards against future damage so skin stays flawless and protected. $30.00

5. TINTED TREATMENT LIPSTICK WITH SPF 15
This vitamin and antioxidant-packed sheer lip color has it all - a treatment core with SPF 15 to protect, vitamins A, C & E to revitalize, shea butter, jojoba and avocado oils to nourish, and chamomile and aloe to soothe. Honey provides extra moisturization and a deliciously sweet flavor and scent. $18.00

6. BIONIC MASCARA
BIONIC is the first ionic mascara and yields longer, stronger and more voluminous super-power lashes! The specially engineered no-clump brush gently coats lashes with our revolutionary long-wearing, water-resistant formula for a high impact lash in just one sweep. Aloe, wheat protein, silk and olive oil strengthen and condition. The jet black shade intensifies and defines for ultra-lush, look-at-me lashes. The Ionic Technology: Ionic technology has revolutionized beauty, making hair stronger, healthier, and infused with brilliant shine. The primary ingredient in BIONIC is a chain molecule with a positive charge. The friction caused by sweeping the mascara brush across lashes causes a negative charge. Since opposites attract, the positively charged formula adheres to the negatively charged lashes for a dramatic effect that lasts all day. $19.00

For more info and purchasing: Smashbox

Swedish Rock: Beauty Products that Hold Up

Swedish pop singer and songwriter Robyn Carlsson, better known by simply "Robyn" has been on the music scene since the age of 13 and has travelled the world as an ambassador for UNICEF. She'll be touring late-summer with Madonna on her European "Sticky and Sweet" Tour. One would think this girl has the ticket for beauty products that hold up under lights, sweat and the hectic life on tour. As shown by Elle, these are Robyn's faves.

Onstage Must

The Swedish pop star amplifies her eyes with Shu Uemura False Lashes Luxe and Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner. "I sweat like a pig under lights, so I need something waterproof."

Shu Uemura False Lashes Luxe, $20, at shuuemura-usa.com

Bobbi Brown gel eyeliner, $19, at bobbibrowncosmetics.com

Off-Duty Staple

Even on days off, Robyn "smacks on" tons of Anastasia Perfect Brow Pencil over her arches. "I like them to look fat and juicy," she says.

Anastasia Perfect Brow pencil, $22, at sephora.com

Drugstore Habit

Affordable Johnson's baby powder volumizes the singer's "thin Scandinavian hair" and lets her "go days on tour without having to wash it."Johnson's baby powder, $4, at walgreens.com

Bank Breaker

"Generic sunscreen reminds me of a bad vacation." Peter Thomas Roth Uber-Dry Sunscreen SPF 30 "doesn't sting your eyes and is great if you tend to break out."

Peter Thomas Roth Uber-Dry sunscreen SPF 30, $26, at sephora.com

Skin Remedy

Babor hydrophilic cleansing oil "effectively removes makeup and is easy on skin," Robyn says. After sweeping it over her eyes, she rinses it away with cleanser.

Babor Hy-Oil cleanser, $30, at babor.com

Strand Saver

Robyn's "heavily" bleached and color-treated hair requires frequent replenishing with Kérastase Résistance Ciment Anti-Usure Conditioner.

Kérastase Résistance Ciment Anti-Usure conditioner, $36, at kerastase-usa.com

source: elle.com

SNEAK PEEK UPDATE: MAC Starflash Collection

Saving the best of the MAC Sneak Peek Updates for last, or first I guess depending on how you're reading this, is the *star* of the bunch (get it? star? starflash? - try and try as I may to be a comedian - sigh).

Back to the important stuff!
Ummmm .... looks like Tinkerbelle is the girl to know tonight! Wooohoooo ... thanks, Tinkerbelle, and a big kiss to Janice at Spektra for sharing all this "maw-ve-lous" eye candy with us tonight! I hear some bank accounts out there singing, "ChaChing!"

Eyeshadows: $14.00USD
Dreammaker - Frosty yellow gold (Frost) (LE)
Grand Entrance - Frosty neutral pink beige (Frost) (LE)
Bold & Brazen - Frosty light copper (Frost) (LE)
Sunset B. - Frosty mid-tone pink (Frost) (LE)
Lotusland - Pinky lavender with gold pearl (Frost) (LE)
Talent Pool - Blue green with gold pearl (Frost) (LE)
Mink & Sable - Olive green (Frost) (LE)
Smoke & Diamonds - Frosty dirty taupe (Frost) (LE)
Go - Frosted bronze (Frost) (LE)
Glamour Check! - Reddish brown (Frost) (LE)
Top Hat - Dirty Indigo (Frost) (LE)
Star by Night - Mid-tone blue (Frost) (LE)

Kohl Powers Eye Pencils: $13.50USD
Raven - Black with red pearl (LE) (Repromote from Smoke Signals)
Orpheus - Black with gold pearl (LE) (Repromote from Smoke Signals)
Feline - Rich black (LE) (Repromote from Blue Storm and Alexander McQueen for MAC)
Mystery - Black with green and teal pearl (LE) (Repromote from Blue Storm)

Mascara: $11.00USD
Zoomlash - Zoomblack

source/photos: Tinkerbelle at Lushious Babe and Spektra

Shu Uemura: 25th Boutique Birthday - Summer Collection

We all love Shu Uemura. Who can resist their phenomenal eyeshadows, their innovative lippies and their technologically advanced skincare and Deepsea Waters? Not many.


It's time to pamper yourself with a very special collection. In celebration of the Shu Uemura's boutique opening in Tokyo, 25 years ago, they are introducing a collection which surely embodies Shu Uemura's care values of nature, science and art.


Three 100% natural origin fragrances formulated with Deepsea Water and spectacular makeup products packaged in the designs of Tokyo-based artist Gwenael Nicolas and a collection of stunning eye palettes that are sure to make you smile with glee.

• Fleur de Rose EDT (LE) - Sophisticated floral 100% natural origin fragrance with fresh floral amber note. Turkish rose to awaken feminine sensibility - $85 (50 ml)
• Fleur de Source EDT (LE) - Pure, serene and refreshing cool feeling in a 100% natural origin fragrance with a floral spicy note. Watery papyrus and Egyptian basil essential oils evoke cool beauty - $85 (50 ml)
• Fleur de Terre EDT (LE) - Energizing, luminous 100% natural origin fragrance with a fresh floral woody note. Precious Italian bergamot essential oils to provide revitalizing feel - $85 (50 ml)
  

• Fleur de Rose Palette (LE) - Create a mysterious look with these sophisticated, feminine colors inspired by the beauty of the rose, jasmine and ylang ylang flowers - $65
• Fleur de Source Palette (LE) - Inspired by colors of spring to express purity and serene beauty, allow these shades to create a soft and natural look or layer them for a more dramatic effect! - $65
• Fleur de Terre Palette (LE) - Vibrant, luminous colors inspired by spring create a powerful look. Layer these shades to brighten and intensify! - $65

• Shimmer Liquid Eyeliner (LE) - Long lasting shimmering liquid eye liner packaged in a elegantly defines your eyes without creasing or smudging; available in black and brown - $33

For info and purchasing: Shu Uemura

FREE GIFT: from Smashbox + Allure

Enter code ALLURE75 at checkout for a free Smashbox Soft Lights Quad in Allure and a chic cosmetic case with any online purchase of $75 or more.

Limited time offer!

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Tempting products and collections currently available at Smashbox:

BOMBSHELL BEAUTY KIT (LE) - $45

• Fusion Soft lights in Dimension
• Lip Enhancing Gloss in Afterglow
• Focal Point Mascara in Black
• Kabuki Brush
• Smashbox Makeup Bag

DESERT CHIC SUMMER 2008 COLLECTION

(as a kit or purchase items separately)

JET SET WATERPROOF EYELINER - $22

EYESHADOWS - $16/ea

Unearth ERTH Mineral Makeup & Natural Skincare

Ok ... first let me confess - I am NOT a fan of loose powder mineral makeup. I remember when Bare Escentuals first came out and was all the rave. I was so excited to try it, purchased a kit, but with the the exception of the kabuki brush, I wasn't at all impressed. Since then, I've purposely not given much attention to mineral powder cosmetics - they irritated my skin, weren't effective in coverage, and generally just a mess and pain in the hiney to use.

That was until I was introduced to Erth Mineral Makeup. I actually looked into trying this brand for their skincare and not their makeup. Since I'm concentrating on ORGANIC this month in celebration of Earth Day, I was intrigued by Erth's Organic Skincare line.

I had the opportunity to try their Paraben-Free Balancing Moisturizer and I can tell you it's very gentle and hydrating to the skin. This creamy moisturizer has a light almost unscented quality to it, blends well into the skin and is loaded with organic herbs and essential oils. I am also pleased to find that it's very reasonably priced considering it is organic. 4oz bottle - $9.95

BUT ... let's talk about their mineral makeup. While I haven't tried their foundations, I can highly recommend the Erth Moth Veil Powder (bottom RT in image). This is ultra-fine in texture, helps to conceal pores and fine lines, and creates a soft matte finish to your face. There's no irritation (a nice switch from other mineral makeup brands for me). It comes in a 30g sifter jar (11g of product) for $11. Ingredients are: mica, zea mays, magnesium stearate, iron oxides. Yea! I can't believe I actually found one I like.

Now, these are Erth's gems! Erth's mineral eyeshadows and intense shadows/ eyeliners are wonderful to work with, yield fabulous color pigmentation, are non-irritating, and simply gorgeous in shades. I've tried a bunch of them in sample size and am loving them! Some of them compare very nicely to MAC pigment counterparts. For instance, Erth's Caddis is very similar to MAC Green-Brown pigment. Erth offers matte, shimmery, sheer, pearlescent shades from all different color ranges and are reasonably priced at $5.00 - $6.00 a jar (2 - 2.5g product in 5g jar - mine came in sifter jars, which is a nice touch). You can also score a whole eyeshadow collection for under $20 (some shown below).

Although I've not tried their other products and tools - yet - you should know Erth offers an array of mineral foundations, concealers, blushes, bronzers, lip balm, great looking application brushes (in all natural bristles), and various sized sifter jars. Their customer service is extremely personable and they aim to please.

You really can't get the beauty of these shadows and liners from the pictures, although the website certainly does a great job at describing them. If I can find a camera that will do them justice (mine didn't capture the subtle details), I'll swatch them for you to give you an even clearer picture of what the products do - they're beautiful!

source: Erth