Friday 27 February 2009

Exclusive Behind The Scenes Footage From Maybelline!

EyeCandy were granted a sneak preview & some behind the scenes footage this week for one of their latest ad shoots, check them out below - Also Maybelline are launching their new Mascara "Lash Stilleto', more soon.....!









Wednesday 25 February 2009

Huge Lips - Skinny Hips!!!!



The latest magic trick to hit the beauty market is this ingenious little gloss & I just love the name - 'Huge Lips - Skinny Hips'! The product basically claims that while it gives you the perfect full glossy pout it also helps to curb your appetite at the same time, too good to be true...well maybe?!
It contains Hoodia Gordonii extract that is derived from a plant found in Namibia, the manufacturers say that it is known for its many appetite suppressing benefits. What they claim is that once the gloss applied, you should run your tongue over the lips whenever you feel hungry, in just a few seconds that feeling of hunger will disappear... I am yet to be totally convinced! Although with Vitamin B3 the gloss stimulates the blood flow to the lips to create fuller pout without the stinging sensation of other products, after regular use they claim that this can also help reduce any fine lines & wrinkles around the mouth area too.
Well over all as I've mentioned I am very dubious about it actually reducing your appetite to aid weight loss, but it certainly will give you beautiful pout & with the name I'm sure it'll be cult product in no time! £18 at Space NK from 01/03

Monday 23 February 2009

Oscar Glamour!

Oscar glamour sparkled all over the world last night & as the stars gathered on the red carpet the media frenzy began..!! Here are a few of our favourites from the night!
Firstly lady of the night Kate Winslet who has most certainly been the toast of this years awards season! Kate looked demure & stunning as ever in a deep grey & black satin dress by Yves Saint Laurent, her hair was elegantly swept back with a vintage style & her make-up perfectly flawless & glowing! Get Kate's flawless skin by applying a light base of 'Chanel Pro Lumiere' foundation, it is semi matte to create a perfect finish & it's reflecting pigments give your skin a fresh radiant appearance! Sweep some of Bobbi Brown's Shimmer Brick Compact across your cheeks & lightly over the t-Zone to give a light warm glow.
Sarah Jessica Parker stole the show on the red carpet with her very extravagant Dior gown, which she apparently struggled with as she manoeuvred her way through the crowds, some criticised it for being a tad over the top, but I think SJP pulls it off fabulously!


Heidi Klum looked colourful & fantastic in a bright coral number & Anne Hathaway shimmered & sparkled in a beautiful Armani Prive jewel encrusted dress, again with an elegant vintage hair design she looked the epitome of classic Oscar glamour!




Of course the talk of the evening were Hollywood A-listers Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie as well as Jennifer Aniston with her Partner John Mayer. Angelina opted for a classic black dress, only picking up one colour with vibrant emerald earings, she also sported her signature make-up look with very defined eyeliner on the top lash line & neutral lips, again very simple & classic. Jennifer Aniston also sparkled in gold & was certainly glowing as she took to the red carpet!



Thursday 19 February 2009

'Hello Flawless' from Benefit


New from Benefit is their 'Hello Flawless' custom powder cover up with SPF15 & it is a silky powder that gives natural & sheer perfect coverage. They say it glides on & layers beautifully to give you customised coverage & with 6 shades it should be easy to find your perfect match! For a sheer coverage sweep lightly with the brush using quick stokes & blend from the centre of your face outward. You can use it over bare skin as well with just moisturiser, if you want a higher coverage then apply evenly across the entire complexion with a sponge, also for spot coverage dab directly on & blend..
Watch out for it's arrival at Benefit counters shortly!

Wednesday 18 February 2009

Victoria Beckham At Giorgio Armani Launch


Victoria Beckham has always been a fashion icon but her status has increased dramatically in the last year as her second dress collection was met with great success on Sunday at New York Fashion Week & described by critics as 'accomplished', her first collection virtually sold out immediately on it's launch last year as well. Stepping out to Giorgio Armani's launch party for his new 5th Avenue Store in New York last night she was looking a tad on the thin side & the curves displayed in the multi million dollar ad campaign for the Armani Lingerie collection are clearly now a thing of the past! However her toned legs were on show in a fabulous sparkly asymmetrical tunic number - bang on trend as usual! After her very successful debut on Sunday Victoria showed up to support the latest launch in the Armani brand saying - 'I have so much respect for Mr. Armani - you know, I can dream.'

Baby Lotion Set To Be This Season's Top Product


With Fashion Week upon us, we’re all dying to see the trends we’ll be sporting come autumn. But one accessory that never goes out of fashion is JOHNSON’S Baby Lotion, which has been a firm favourite with fashionistas for 50 years, including modern day icons Erin O’Connor and Gwyneth Paltrow. And it’s not just the fashion set in the know – more than 3 bottles of JOHNSON’S Baby Lotion are sold every second in the UK!
Make up artist Jo Gillingwater, who has worked with models including the might Kate Moss, shares her must have beauty tip for the season: “The key to great make up is a great base, so ensure you apply your make up to clean and moisturised skin. Dab JOHNSON’S Baby Lotion onto skin before applying make up for a babysoft skin.”

Friday 13 February 2009

Perfect Valentines Pout with Mac PlushGlass!


Get the perfect pout this Valentines day with Mac's PlushGlass, it has a pearlised high shine gloss & is said to be formulated to make your lips look & feel fuller instantly! The colours are multi-dimensional so they reflect with the light giving them a super sultry finish! It also gives a cool-warm 'vanilla-buzz' when applied!! While it visibly plumps your pout it also moisturises, soothes & conditions your lips with vitamin E which is great news in this cold weather! Perfect for that lush full pout this Saturday night!!! (£12.72)

Thursday 12 February 2009

Madonna's Latest Shoot for W Magazine (Mar 2009)


Here's a sneak preview of Madonna's latest shoot with W Magazine, clearly her new single status agrees with her as she is indeed looking better than ever! The shoot which has a very vintage & sultry feel was shot by photographer Steven Klein in Rio de Janeiro, she is pictured alongside model Jesus Lu in many provocative poses, one where they share a passionate kiss & many others where he photographed naked as Madonna looks on.. Also featuring in the photoshoot is one of Victoria Beckham's creations from her latest dress collection (black dress with white trimmed neckline & sleeves). As Madonna's relationship with model Jesus is hot on the rumour mill since, the whole shoot has caused quite a stir - a lady very much in know of how to gain the maximum publicity...!





Tuesday 10 February 2009

Latest Trends for Spring 2009 - The Reverse-Mani!!


The Reverse-Mani is very hot this year & a great way to vamp up your look on a Saturday night, forget the WAG talons, it's all about sophistication & mixing up colours! You can go bright & use a darker shade as a base with a bright tip or reverse your black & whites too, as black nails will still be here for some time to come! Experimentation is key & don't be afraid to push the boat out with it!! If you have trouble getting a steady line at the tip then try out Sally Hansen Manicure Guides (£1.99) for the perfect finish, but practice does indeed make perfect!

Also the colour to be seen in this spring is Lilac, defintely the hottest shade around right now, so some lilac polish is the perfect accessory to your spring wardobe, try out OPI's Nail Laquer in 'Done Out In Deco' (£9.95).

Saturday 7 February 2009

Rimmel's New Lasting Finish Minerals Loose Powder Foundation


The last year has seen an explosion of mineral make-up on the high street, since I.D. Bare Escentuals became a hit in salons a while back it has grown in to a huge phenomena in the beauty industry with Mac to Estee Lauder brands following suit!
Rimmel's latest offering in the mineral market is their Lasting Finish Minerals Loose Powder Foundation, said to be the secret of naturally flawless skin... It is a loose powder foundation & is made from 95% minerals, which makes it suitable for even the most sensitive of skins, it also has a silky & light texture & will blend easily onto skin leaving you with a flawless matte finish that will last up to 12 hours. The great thing with mineral base foundations is that it allows the skin to breathe so you have a natural finish & a glowing complexion all day long!!!

Wednesday 4 February 2009

CORALista - New From Benefit


For a perfect warm pink flush this season try out Benefit's new Coralista, it gives a fab glow to any complexion! For best results 'smile' & apply to the 'apple' of your cheeks (soft fleshy part) & then sweep over the cheek bones, focusing on the apple area will give a more youthful glow! At Benefit counters now £22.50

Tuesday 3 February 2009

Scarlett Johansson's New Look!


Scarlett Johansson wowed everybody on the red carpet last night at the Premier of 'He's Just Not That Into You', gone are her trademark golden locks & instead she's opting for a warm dark brown, proving a change of image is a great way to start the new year! Not letting on as to why she decided to make the change she simply said "It's part of being a girl, we get to change up our thing and confuse everybody!.”

New From Bobbi Brown - Lip Compacts


Bobbi Brown have just released their new Lip Compacts which are perfect to create soft blushed pink lips this season, nude & natural lips are all the rage just now so investing in one of these little compacts would be a wise decision! They come in 3 pinks shades (Baby Glitter, Blush Pink & Nude Pink), each has a different finish too: high shine, glittery & creamy. £12.72 Each.