Make Up Beauty Tips

For her fall color collection, Rescue Beauty Lounge’s Ji Baek has expressed these sentiments in nail-lacquer form—an olive-green color that resembles military fatigues, to be exact. Aptly called “No More War,” the polish is an unusual, albeit intriguing shade that’s definitely not suited for all beauty junkies intent on taking up the cause. Other shades for fall from Rescue Beauty Lounge are Bruised, Teal and a re-promote of Plie. $18 each

Josie Maran shows us how to achieve her Be Free for Fall look with an assortment of fantastic shades and formulas to bring out a healthy glow in all of us. Free from parabens, toxins and fragrance, Josie's cosmetic and skincare products are feel good, good for us items. Her picks for Fall offer both depth of color and luminosity that are as pleasurable to use as they are enhancing to our looks.

Josie suggests starting by moisturizing skin with a few drops of Argan Oil, then applying your favorite tinted moisturizer, foundation or powder for freshness. Soften cheeks by sweeping her Fever Powder Blush just behind the apply of the cheek to create a beautifully lifted and sculpted cheekbone.

Enhance eyes by blending Rejuvenate Eyeshadow all over the lid and crease; add contrast with Iron Eyeshadow in the crease and outer lid with a soft, circular motion. Finish the look by sweeping Iron Eyeshadow underneath the lower lash line and pop the eye for lining the bottom rim with rich, Brown Eyeliner. Lengthen lashes with Josie's award-winning Black Mascara.

Show off your lips by applying Rumi Joon Lipstick and apply a bit of Optimism Plumping Gloss to plump the center of the lips. The Optimism Plumping Gloss (shown in collage image at top) is simply divine. It's a peachy pink shade flattering to all skintones with just the right amount of golden shimmer. The result is beautiful, full and healthy looking lips. It's one of my favorite of her products.

Instead of irritants or stimulants which cause lips to temporarily swell, this truly effective plumping gloss relies on gentle but effective Marine Collagen to pump up pouts for lasting results. Extracted from sea plants, Marine Collagen has been proven to help lips retain their moisture. When used for 30 days, lips emerge visibly volumized. A hint of shimmery tint in pretty, wearable shades means lips look luscious from day one.

Josie Maran Cosmetics are reasonably priced, $18 - $25, are packaged beautifully yet with environmental consideration, and are available at Josie Maran Cosmetics online and at Sephora.com.

You MUST venture over to Beauty Maverick's site to view her picks for 'Best of Fall'. She's highlighting the best in Color, Skincare, Bath & Body and Hair and her choices, as usual, reflect her impeccable taste and good beauty sense. She not only tells us what is top in category but why, giving a brief review and linking to the products for easy access.

On site now are her Color picks in categories like 'Luminous Skin', 'Look-At-Me Lips', 'Desk Drawer/Day Bag', 'Nails' and more. Lily is showcasing the topics over a series of days, so be sure to check back to see what she has to say about all the rest. Merci, Lily! xo

While travelling in Russia recently, Chad was captivated by the exquisite architecture, the glow of White Nights and the mesmerizing landscape. He was so taken by the culture – rich in history and art – that he decided to create a makeup look that captures Russia’s magnificence. Here's a look at Three Custom Color Specialists' new Czarina Collection.

• NEW! Ballet Russe Lipstick ($18.50) – Create a sensation with this sheer sumptuous red! This shade emulates the essence of the superb Russian ballet historically known for its vitality and grandeur. The moisturizing and sheer lipstick formula is beautiful on all skin tones. Look for it in October’s Allure!
• NEW! Gilded Eye Shadow ($19.50) – Inspired by the Romanov Dynasty that once ruled Russia, this dazzling gold is the perfect touch of shimmer to bring out your inner Anastasia. Use it dry to accent and highlight the eye, or wet for intensity on the upper and lower lash line.
• NEW! Russian Blue Eye Shadow ($19.50) – This soft, icy blue grey was inspired by the decorative vaulted ceilings and friezes that adorn the palaces in St. Petersburg. Chad suggests that Russian Blue be used as a wash of color from the crease to the lash line, paired with their Black Eye Liner ($14.00).

20% of the purchase price of our FEARLESS PINK Lip Gloss ($22.50) will be donated to City of Hope. The gloss comes in a sweet pink gingham pouch designed by Shoshanna (while supplies last). City of Hope is an independent biomedical research, treatment and education center dedicated to preventing and curing cancer and other life-threatening diseases. They are one of only 40 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers nationwide and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network.

For more information, please visit Three Custom Color Specialists.

DARPHIN FALL BEAUTY EVENT

For two days only receive this exclusive Fall Beauty Bag and free standard shipping with your $200 purchase. Offer includes: (1) Travel-Size Fibrogene Line Response Nourishing Serum, (1) Travel-Size Fibrogene Line Response Nourishing Cream, (1) Travel-Size Lipid-Replenishing Balm for Body, (1) Travel-Size HydroFORM Shower Gel, (1) Aromatic Renewing Balm Sample, (1) Brown Vanity Bag. Offer valid through 09.17.08 at 11:59 PM EDT. Offer valid while supplies last. For more details, please visit Darphin online.

Of all the fall collection looks I've seen so far, Clarins' Jazzy Colours collection is by far my favorite. I am completely in love with this color palette with its berries, reds, currants and translucent skin ... heavy sigh! I'm mean, look at it - those nails, those lips, those eyes - heaven.

NEW LOOSE POWDER - $34
01 Translucent and 02 Beige - A light-as-a-feather loose powder that continues to deliver all that it promises: unrivalled softness, a matte, velvety finish, lasting make-up hold and perfectly protected skin.

JOLI ROUGE LIPSTICK - $23
10 New Colours added - Joli Rouge offers an innovative and incredibly creamy, smooth and melting texture with a wonderful sensorial feel on application. The intense colour is enhanced by its shine, to give a really vibrant make-up result. It also cares for lips, providing them with extreme comfort. Finally, Joli Rouge is a delicious treat for lips thanks to its fruity fragrance/flavour.

COLOUR QUARTET FOR EYES - $40
50 So Chic and 60 So Sublime - Four sumptuous shades to be used individually for a natural, radiant result and long-wearing make-up thanks to the incredibly fine pearl. The soft, smoothing texture is perfect for blending colour, using two or three different shades for a more sophisticated result or all four to create a rainbow effect. For original, visually stunning make-up.

New! KOHL EYE PENCIL LIMITED EDITION - $22
01 Extreme Black - "Pure, intense One-Shot colour in Exotic Black. This eyeliner's supple texture draws a precise line easily. Use to create several different make-up effects such as eyeliner or eyeshadow to reveal your eyes' natural radiance and intensify a deep-set look. "

WONDER LENGTH MASCARA - $23.50
04 Wonder Plum Limited Edition - A "true lash" effect mascara which promotes long, silky lashes after just one application. Perfectly separated, beautifully curved, intense colour, they seem endless and promote a glamorous look.

EYELINER - $25
04 Blue Shimmer Limited Edition - This eyeliner with a tapered brush tip means application is fast and easy. It makes it possible to draw a perfectly straight line along the lash line. Its long-wearing fluid texture ensures perfect make-up for hours. Professional-looking results within everyone's reach for beautiful, sophisticated-looking eyes.

For more information on the Clarins Jazzy Colours or to make a purchase from this fantastic collection, please visit Clarins online or visit their beauty counters.

Gucci Fall 2008

CHUNKY WAVES
DIY: For a quick do-it-yourself option
As shown on Elle.com, before bedtime, mist just-washed, damp hair with a leave-in conditioner and a volume-boosting aerosol spray (an aerosol spray will dry soft, and won't leave hair hard and crunchy). Then twirl one-inch sections of hair into spiral braids and let them dry overnight.Short on time? Here's how Fashion Week tress masters create the look in a crunch: Wrap one-inch sections of hair around a medium flatiron, alternating the direction each spiral. “You're just kind of haphazardly wrapping pieces and dropping them,” says Harry Josh, a hairstylist and spokesperson for John Frieda. “When you shake them out you'll get a really nice, loose, ropy wave and it'll hold all day.”



CHOPPY LAYERS
DIY: Sure, YSL’s mod mushroom cut might be too severe for your au naturel sensibility, but there is something to be said for chunky locks! “Choppy layers enhance bone structure, especially cheekbones,” says Guido Palau, who styled hair at Ralph Lauren. After applying a thickening lotion to damp hair, he blow-dried sections using a paddle brush and finished with a flat iron, creating “an even texture with absolutely no frizz.”



TWISTED TRESSES
DIY: Variations of the French twist ruled the fall runways. To achieve the side-swept twist created by Aveda stylists at 3.1 Phillip Lim, blow-dry hair straight, then part on the side. Take a lock of hair and, starting from behind the right ear, create a French braid running left to right (this will serve as an anchor for your twist). Fasten braid with an elastic behind the left ear. Slightly twist the hair and sweep it over to the left side of the head, securing in place with bobby pins along the braided base.



SLICKED-BACK STRANDS
DIY: There’s no hiding behind your hair with this look! But while this pulled-back style puts your face in the spotlight, Palau promises it’s totally wearable (Zac Posen’s models loved the sleek updo so much, they sported the style long after clearing the catwalk). To get this look at home, Palau suggests using “loads of gloss” to create a “patent leather texture.” Gel and hairspray couldn’t hurt either!

source: elle.com

Paul & Joe Beauté creator Sophie Albou incorporated this nostalgic seasonal transition into the intricate patterns that is Paul & Joe Beauté’s anticipated fall 2008 limited edition collection, "Inspiree." A delicate floral pattern, a fragile antique plate, an old cushion cover saved from a Parisian flea market, these eclectic pieces are the source of "Inspiree," a collection that will become a treasured keepsake in its own right for years to come.

Inspiree radiates autumn tones infused with Paul & Joe’s proprietary Secret D’Or that delivers a universally flattering champagne shimmer to every face and smile. Three new picturesque lip colors are delectably creamy and blended with natural flower extracts to condition and moisturize for a pout that looks and feels day-long wonderful, while the velvety texture of three fresh Face Color powders are meant to be showcased on lids and cheeks for highlight hints.

These unique collectors’ pieces are eco-friendly, allowing you to incorporate your favorite Paul & Joe lipsticks and Face Color powder cases into your new editions for forever keepsakes. Must throw away? The cardboard packaging is biodegradable and won’t harm the environment.

Lipstick - $20/each
Muse: Nostalgic brown with elegant sophistication (#058)
Motif: Reflective beige reminiscent of yesteryear (#059)
Inspiree: Pink au natural for a feminine flush (#060)

Face Color Powder - $20/each
Pressed Petals: Purple/Beige frost – Classic, elegant colors with depth (#058)
Atelier: Dark brown/Turquoise blue – Tints with flirtatiously sexy appeal (#059)
Lullaby: Pink brown/Creamy pink – Innocent shades that suggest a serene, gentle mood (#060)

Ingredients & Benefits:
• Orange flower water and hyaluronic acid - moisturizes
• White lily extract - prevents breakouts
• Jojoba oil, Apricot seed oil, Olive oil and Rosemary extract - natural emollients

The Inspiree Collection by Paul & Joe is available only for a limited time and may be purchased at Bergdorf Goodman (800-558-1855) or online at Beauty Closet.

Check out Vivre to shop some really wonderful discounts on fall clothing and accessories.
Enter promo code LABORDAY08 for an additional 25% off already discounted prices.

Tarte's Fall 2008 Health Couture Collection is set to impress with fab products loaded with good for you, good for your skin ingredients and boasting shades and colors that are all the rage this season. No wonder I love this brand so much!

Here's a look and a deal to follow:

EYE COUTURE DAY-TO-NIGHT EYE PALETTE (LE) - $44

Glamorize your eyes with this luxe palette that holds everything you need to go from a soft, simple daytime look to smoldering, smoky eyes for night. A rich purple quilted palette adorned with a gold lock and key houses 10 eyeshadows (5 in the bronze family and 5 in the charcoal family), a double-ended brush with greatness eyeshadow brush and a double-ended brown & charcoal eyeliner. Reusable packaging: When you finish the palette you can replace the shadows with Tarte's eyeshadow singles.

Eyeshadow Skinvigorating™ ingredients:
• aquamarine: known to relax your mind and bring energy, this natural gemstone adds luminosity and a dose of mineral pigment
• tourmaline: known to bring a sense of peace and tranquility, this natural gemstone adds luminosity and a dose of mineral pigment
• mineral pigments: soothe and soften the skin
• vitamin C & E: antioxidants that protect against free radical damage

Eyeliner Skinvigorating™ Ingredients:
• palm oil: imparts silkiness to the skin
• coconut oil: non-irritating emulsifier with anti-microbial and moisturizing properties
• vitamin C & E: antioxidants that protect against free radical damage
• mineral pigments: soothe and soften the skin

Eyeshadow Skinvigorating™ Benefits:
• paraben free, phthalate free, mineral oil free, sulfate free, propylene glycol free, synthetic dye & fragrance free

Eyeliner Skinvigorating™ Benefits:
• preservative free, paraben free, phthalate free, mineral oil free, sulfate free, propylene glycol free, synthetic dye & fragrance free

Color Descriptions:
• bronze shades: shimmery champagne, shimmery dusty lilac, rich brown with gold shimmer, deep shimmery bronze, neutral shimmery brown
• charcoal shades: silver sheen, shimmery pale pink, shimmery deep gray, gold-tinged purple, black with silver fleck


LIP COUTURE T5 SUPER FRUIT™ INFUSED LIPSTICK SET (LE) - $32

This limited edition set includes four deluxe lipsticks in new, exclusive colors and a universal lipliner that gives the appearance of fuller lips. These chic lipsticks are fashioned in a plush, purple, quilted-case—perfect for all of your little luxuries. With the purchase of every Tarte Lip Couture t5 Super Fruit™ Lipstick Set, you’ll be supporting Sambazon’s Sustainable Acai Project (SAP), a member of the Fair Trade Federation, which helps to preserve the Amazon Rainforest through forest conservation, improved living conditions and educational opportunities for communities in Brazil.


Skinvigorating™ Ingredients:
• acai fruit extract: helps fight free radicals, promotes cell regeneration, has known anti-inflammatory and skin softening properties and combats premature signs of aging. It’s been reported to have 10 times the antioxidant power of grapes and twice that of blueberries
• goji berry extract: contains anti-aging properties
• pomegranate extract: reduces inflammation and redness in skin
• acerola extract: helps restore skin’s clarity due to the high concentration of Vitamin C
• maracuja extract: soothes skin and acts as an anti-inflammatory
• jojoba seed oil: leaves lips feeling soft, supple and smooth
• shea butter: helps retain skin elasticity and protects against cell degeneration
• vitamin E: natural preservative that also acts as an anti-inflammatory emollient and protects against free radical damage

Lipliner also includes:
• carnauba wax: this natural wax ensures a smooth application
• vitamin E: natural preservative that also acts as an anti-inflammatory emollient and protects against free radical damage
• mineral pigments: soothe and soften lips

Skinvigorating™ Benefits:
• paraben free, phthalate free, mineral oil free, sulfate free, propylene glycol free and fragrance free

Color Descriptions (left to right):
• aura: deep brick red
• eden: nude beige
• paradise: sheer peachy-nude
• utopia: warm mauve berry


BERRY COUTURE ALL NATURAL STAIN SET (LE) - $35
Achieve a healthy complexion and naturally enhanced lips that’ll stay all day with tarte’s two best sellers infused with Tarte's proprietary t5 super fruit complex™. Their natural cheek stain in berrylicious (not sold separately) is synthetic dye free, preservative free and features a natural cassis fragrance. And, only available in this set, their new mini natural rise & shine in berrylicious features natural preservatives and a natural vanilla fragrance. As with the Lip Couture, with the purchase of every Tarte Berry Couture All Natural Stain Set, you’ll be supporting Sambazon’s Sustainable Acai Project (SAP).


Skinvigorating™ Ingredients:
• acai fruit extract, goji berry extract, pomegranate extract, acerola extract, maracuja extract

Natural Cheek Stain also includes:
• carnauba wax, shea butter: helps retain skin elasticity and protects against cell degeneration

Natural Cheek Stain Skinvigorating™ Benefits:
• preservative free, paraben free, phthalate free, mineral oil free, sulfate free, propylene glycol free, synthetic dye free, natural cassis fragrance

Natural Rise & Shine Skinvigorating™ Benefits:
• naturally derived preservative, paraben free, phthalate free, mineral oil free, sulfate free, propylene glycol free, natural vanilla fragrance

Color Description:
• berrylicious natural cheek stain: sheer pink-berry
• berrylicious natural rise & shine: sheer pink-berry stain and shimmery berry gloss

Some of these products are already sold out at Tarte, but these products will also be available at Sephora. Alternately, you may click the links to the products above directly for other purchasing options and special offers.

This fall, it's all about making a statement! Sephora suggests these fierce looks will be all the talk this season. Stock up now to get an early start.

#1 POWER POUT

Prepare lips for saturation. It's time for a little dark drama right smack on the kisser.

Smashbox Wicked Lovely Lip Gloss in Sultry - $18
Smashbox Wicked Lovely Lip Pencil in Tempt - $16
BeneFit Full-Finish Lipstick in Sassy-Frass or Wild Card - $18
Givenchy Rouge Interdit Satin Lipstick in Black Plum - $26.50
Make Up For Ever Lipstick in Pearly Burgundy Black 313 - $18
NARS Lipstick in Viridiana - $24


#2 PRETTY IN PEWTER

Urban Decay Eyeshadow in S&M or Gunmetal - $16
NARS Duo Eyeshadow in Paris or Island Fever - $32
Tarte Eye Couture Day-to-Night Palette - $44
Laura Mercier Eye Colour in Pewter - $20
Dior 1-Colour Powder Mono Eyeshadow in Silver Dust - $24.50
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Gunmetal - $16
Calvin Klein Tempting Glance Eyeshadow in 110 Smokey Grey - $16
Givenchy Prism Again! Quartet in Precious Shimmer - $49.50

#3 POPS OF COLOR

Tip: If you want that little wet shine look atop your shadow (as in image to left), dab a teeny bit of sheer gloss with fingertip over shadow. Suggested products: MAC Pro Gloss, Calvin Klein Eye Gloss, Revlon Gloss.

CARGO Color Eyeshadow Palette in Tahiti - $28
Make Up For Ever Flash Color in Fuchsia - $17
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Covet - $16
NARS Single Eyeshadow in Goldfinger - $22
Vincent Longo Eye Shimmer Souffle in Babelon - $24

#4 LUMINOUS SKIN

Guerlain Meteroites Illuminating Pressed Powder - $65
Fresh Twilight Freshface Glow - $36
Stila Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer SPF15 - $32
DuWop Doubleglow7 - $25
LORAC Perfectly Lit Oil-Free Luminizing Powder - $32
Clinique Up-Lighting Liquid Illuminator - $22.50