Illamasqua - Dark Angel

Illamasqua is a cosmetic brand which promotes experimentation as well as self expression through the way we look & is committed to changing attitudes towards subcultures. This month, in tribute to Sophie Lancaster, Illamasqua have commissioned a short film 'Dark Angel' directed by the award winning french director Fursey Teyssier. The film gives a haunting rendition of what happened to Sophie - on the 11th of August 20 year old Sophie & her boyfriend Robert Matby were kicked & stamped on & left unconscious, for nothing more than looking different, Sophie later died from her injuries.



The aim of the film is to raise awareness of The Sophie Lancaster Foundation and generate £500,000 to help educate young people about tolerance. Since Sophie’s death, the Foundation has been working with behavioural experts Huthwaite International, to put together an interactive youth workshop that does just that. But this essential education programme can only be delivered with your help. Please, please show your support and watch the film.
As well as being available to view online, the film will also be running on MTV from 26th November – Sophie’s birthday.
Stand up for Sophie - act now and buy an Illamasqua Sophie eye pencil, wristband or simply make a donation. £3 from the Sophie pencil purchased and all proceeds from the wristband sales go directly to the Foundation. See www.illamasqua.com for more info.

Look Fantastic With A-List Party Looks

Want to get the A-List Party look for this year's festive season, well look no further than www.lookfantastic.com, where top celebrity make-up artist Karen Alder shares her secrets of how the stars sparkle with red carpet glamour! Check out the step by step guides as well as product recommendations to get it just right first time round, celebrity looks include Pixie Lott, Holly Willoughby & Anna Friel.
Also receive Look Fantastic's great festive offer & receive £2 off when you spend over £20, simply enter the code LFBLOG09 at the checkout (Offer ends midnight of 25th Dec)

Sewing Roots Ethical Fashion Show at Che Camille Glasgow

EyeCandy had the the pleasure last Friday evening of taking part in the 'Sewing Roots' Ethical Fashion Show in Glasgow at Che Camille, organised by Kirstie Maclean the show included ethical labels which were accessorised with her 'Mzuribeads'.
'Mzuribeads' is a business focusing on exporting Ugandan handmade paper bead jewellery and loose beads throughout the world. Established by Kirstie Maclean, who met the women while volunteering in a school in Kampala in 2006, the idea then began taking shape to encourage these women to use this craft as a way of bringing in an income. The beads are from recycled paper to create colourful necklaces, earings & bracelets with ranges designed to suite western fashion trends the business supports ethical trading & increasing trade links to support the communitys' ability to create & sustain their own incomes.
The show itself was focused on a tribal theme and with tribal drumming & green vines the catwalk was a blaze with African vibes!! For make-up we took direction from Kirstie, making colourful tribal stripes, spots & twists matched with bright gold to blue, yellow & green eye shadows, then taking it up a notch at the end of the show with lashings of war paint to bring the spirit of the show alive before the girl's 'roared' down the catwalk one last time!!!!
The designers included in the show were Mia Nisbet, Bibico, Goodone & Johari, all available at Che Camille until mid December.
Check out Mzuribead's website as well as Che Camille's boutique who are also stockists for the beads themselves.
See below for more pics from backstage to all the catwalk action -

Lancome New Advances in Research to Produce - Absolute Precious Cells

New research carried out by Lancome shows the numbers of epidermal stem cells in the skin, which work to regenerate the epidermis do not decrease with age. In fact, it is the gradual change in their environment which has a direct impact on their ability to regenerate, so we in short we all carry within the capacity to restore the potential of younger skin!
In order embrace this fabulous potential, Lancôme Laboratories have created 'Absolute Precious Cells', which is a regenerating and replenishing cream on the cutting edge of science designed for women over fifty. Enriched with the Youth Restoration System and Pro-Xylane®, this unique formula improves the environment on the skin’s surface, reduces the appearance of deep wrinkles and helps to regenerate skin’s youthful radiance.

A consumer test of 120 women showed that the skin looks more youthful -
Skin Feels Firmer - 82%
Nourished - 97%
Looks More Even Toned - 87%
More Radiant - 87%

Available at counters Nationwide as well as online at www.lancome.co.uk - £118 for 50ml.

Brand New - 'Lash Food' For Longer Stronger Lashes!

Move over full lips. Eyelashes are the next beauty must-have for 2009. From the pages of magazines to Hollywood’s red carpet, batting full, luxurious lashes is the latest “It” accessory. No matter how many coats of mascara or layers of extensions we apply, it seems like we can never achieve the look without getting the “Tammy Faye Baker” effect. Mascaras and lash extensions are unforgiving on eyelashes, leaving you with dry, brittle, and damaged lashes. LashFood is a new natural conditioning stimulant for thicker, stronger and more beautiful lashes in just 2 to 4 weeks!
“Many women denote their eyes as their best feature,” says Jane Kim, President and Founder of LashFood. “Long, full eyelashes have always symbolized femininity and exudes Hollywood glamour. For great eyelashes, it used to be either you had them, or you didn't. Now, with LashFood we can all have captivating eyes like legendary femme fatale Brigitte Bardot and iconic supermodel Twiggy. At LashFood, we provide consumers with the best eyelash care products to enhance their natural beauty.”
LashFood’s breakthrough natural ingredients, including Biotin an essential vitamin, Arginine a natural amino acid, and herbal extracts, helps promote the natural growth and strength of eyelashes and eyebrows. The result: your lashes become thicker, darker, and longer with this revolutionary conditioner.

How to Use LashFood?
The LashFood applicator is very similar to a liquid eyeliner applicator. One should apply the stimulating serum nightly along the root of the lashes. For faster results, apply the serum in the morning and in the evening. LashFood does not disrupt the daily application of make-up or other skincare routines.
What is in LashFood?
LashFood is formulated with the highest grade all natural ingredients available, and is designed to condition, repair, restore, and create longer healthier and more beautiful eyelashes and eyebrows. LashFood retails for $129.00 and will last up to 5 months.
When Can I Expect to See Results?
One should begin to see the lash line becoming thicker, fuller and healthier looking in just 2 to 4 weeks. LashFood will continue to prove results over time if used on a consistent basis.
Can LashFood be Used with Eyelash Extensions?
LashFood is a natural and water based product designed to be used with natural lashes as well as with eyelash extensions. LashFood can coincide with any daily mascara or eyelash extension product.
Check out the website - www.lashfood.com

Getting Your Mascara Perfect Every Time!

Eyelashes are very important to the finishing look to your make-up, in fact for many of us this is the essential make-up item we would not be caught without! Having your mascara applied perfectly can really lift your eye make-up instantly & create a striking finish.. Here are few tips to avoiding that spider leg look!

Firstly it is essential to replace mascara every three months, once your wand stops making a 'popping' noise when you take it out the tube you know it's time to bin it. Mascara is a breeding ground for bacteria, this is what makes it starts to become a bit dry & the longer you keep using the mascara the more likely you are to have an eye infection as well as 'clumpy' looking lashes!

Don't 'pump' the wand in and out of the tube this will only allow air in which causes your mascara to dry out. Always remove excess mascara from the wand with a tissue, this will give you an even application.

Use a lash primer or lash conditioner (a lot of mascaras now come with these), it will coat the lashes and separate to help lengthen and give volume, also it moisturises and helps mascara last longer. Use an eyelash curler after your primer, it will help set the curl before the mascara is applied & the better the curl to the lashes the longer they look.

To apply your mascara, start at the base of the roots, wiggle the wand and then extend along the lashes and up to the tips. If you have very fair lashes & your mascara can't quite cover the roots (especially if you're opting for a black mascara) then take a little liquid eyeliner & with a liner brush 'paint' the base of the roots to give an even finish.

Old mascara brushes are great to help separate eyelashes before and after your mascara has been applied, wash them thoroughly with hot soapy water before using though.

A great tip for removing any little clumps of mascara at the tips of the lashes is to take a slightly damp cotton bud & run it along the ends, it will pick up all the excess mascara leaving them perfect!

Apply your mascara after all eyeshadow and other powders have been applied, even your blusher & face powder, it can get into the lashes & take away the effect of the mascara.

Keep all these tips in mind & you'll have a perfect lashes every time!!!

Ideal Xmas Gift Ideas : Wahanda Pamper Days

Are you looking to arrange a Pampering Session for you & your friends, perhaps for a special occasion or even for some Christmas relaxation as a treat, well Wahanda.com is the equivalent to Amazon for the beauty industry, where they list all the latest spa & pampering weekend deals.
Check out their Pamper Days where you can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life & get together with the girls for some relaxation and beautifying! You can choose from a number of treatments including massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing and more. Many spas also now offer a mobile service, so you can have a Pamper Day experience delivered straight to your door & be pampered in the comfort of your own home or venue of your choice. Also a perfect gift idea for Christmas if you're looking to treat a loved one to a Pamper Day is the Wahanda Spa and Wellness Gift Voucher , the perfect flexible gift as it is accepted at hundreds of day spas, salons, gyms, yoga studios and fitness centres nationwide.
The website is easy to use, simply search the area you are based & browse through the different packages available, they are listed with full info on the supplier, the treatment & package info as as well as price, simply buy online & look forward to your luxury Pamper Day!
And of course there is the lovely charity angle that for every review written on the back of a visit booked through the site, Wahanda will donate £1 to help fund a Charity:Water Project
Check out the Wahanda Pamper Days Online now & look out for their current Christmas Offer of 50% off Selected Packages

Pamper Days