Nude is the New Black!

The latest trend for our pouts in 2009 is 'Nude', this time last year 'Coral' was the hottest new shade, first seen at the Oscars & then a popular choice on the red carpet at the Brits. 'Deep Reds' & 'Plums' were all the rage in winter 2008 as well as the latest fad for 'Black', which thankfully hasn't stayed around! However this season it's all about fresh nude lips that give a subtle chic finish to any make-up look whether it be with smokey eyes or a light make-up, whichever one you choose you can be sure it will match perfectly, a timeless classic! Also a very popluar choice for Angelina Jolie, try out Chanel's Aqua Lumiere Lipstick in 'Postitano' which is the perfect pink nude tone to suit anyone. (£18)

Madonna's New Hair Style

Madonna has gone for yet another reinvention with her style & has dropped the wavy hair look opting for a new sleek cut, although many observers apparently feel that she has simply transformed herself into Kate Winslet...! Kate who is the toast of the Golden Globes this year I'm sure would be flattered to hear that the queen of style is taking inspiration from her look, however I feel there is only a slight coincidence to blame! Never the less it's a great new look & a good hair cut is always a great way to move on for any woman after the breakdown of a relationship!

Hallo Possums!! - The New Dame Edna Collection From Mac

New from Mac & hitting the counters this Jan is the Dame Edna Collection, a colourful collection of fab new colours to feast your eyes on, topped with her iconic red sparkling glasses as well as holographic stars!!!!



The collection includes -

Two eyeshadow trio palates 'The Dame Edna Royal Tour Trio' & The Dame Edna Wisteria Eye Trio' with dazzling mauve shades to set your eyes a light!

The Dame Edna Lipstick comes in 3 shades from Coral, Pink to light Mauve.



The Tinted LipGlass again is in 3 shades which range in Mauve's to Pink/Beige



'The Dame Edna Hi-Light Powder' comes in an embossed case, perfect for any handbag!


'Dame Edna Nail Lacquer' uses Mac's new high gloss formula & comes in two vivacious shades from a fuchsia pink to a bright violet.

Katy Perry - Vintage Hollywood Glamour At The Critics' Choice Awards

The stars were out in their droves for the first time this year at Hollywood's Critics' Choice Awards, the red carpet was awash with glamour but I particularly love Katy Perry's look for the evening. Katy is becoming quite style icon with her explosive arrival on the pop scene last year, her look last night was classic hollywood vintage chic with fabulous femme fatal make-up!
To get her look, emphasise the eyes with Mac Fluidline in 'Black Track', use their 'Small Angled Brush - 208' to get a good control on the line, the slant gives easy application. Take it in stages, start as close to the lash line as possible & take it out slightly at the edges & create a flick, to get good definition bring the line up slightly in a curve on outer third of your eye, steady your hand by leaning on something in front of the mirror. Finish off by applying a false lash strip to create an over all film star dazzle!!!

New Year Detox - Multi Mineral Face Mask

With the over indulgence at an end it's time to start getting the beauty routine back on track & best place to start is with a good Detox Face Mask - a refreshing sigh of relief for you skin! REN Multi-Mineral Detox Facial Mask is a deep cleansing and purifying clay mask designed for all skin types. Using French Clay to draw out impurities, it also contains Spirulina which is a tropical Seaweed that helps to restructure the skin and encourage cell renewal. The deep cleanse will purify, remove excess oil & eliminate dead skin cells, leaving your skin feeling soft and smooth & minimising pore size as well as skin imperfections.
Available at www.beautyexpert.co.uk (£17)

Happy New Year from Fatgirlslim!

New Year is here already & 'the bulge' is the first thing on everyone's mind with all the New Years resolutions to get honed, toned & perfect for summer..! Well here's a little cheat to help you along your way, one of the New Year's best sellers 'Bliss Fatgirlslim' - 'A lean, mean circulation stimulating slimming cream with caffeine encapsulated in QuSomes™'!!!! A popular celeb choice as well, Fatslimgirl works on thighs/bums/tums/arms to firm up & create a smoother more toned appearance on the skin, also available is 'Fatgirlsleep' which gets to work while you're fast asleep, plus 'The Love Handler' to focus on those wiggly mid-drift areas left over after the festive season!
Ingrediants -
• QuSomes™ - An enhancer that helps deliver active ingredients into the skin more effectively.
• Caffeine - Energizes the skin, boosting circulation and stimulating lymphatic drainage.

Available from £28-£30 at HQhair

Au Natural - Kate Winslet's New Make-Up Look!

Kate Winslet has always been an ambassador of natural beauty, showing us that you don't need to be an atkins junkie or have a round the clock make-up artist to look like a star!! Pictured yesterday leaving her home in New York she looks the picture of health with her 'no make-up' look, showing off her perfect complexion & glossy pout!

Get Kate's glowing look with a few easy steps to look effortlessly natural!

1 - Use a tinted moisturiser as a base to even out the skin tone.
2 - Apply a small amount of concealer under the eyes to cover any grey areas
3 - Take a light natural flesh coloured matt eyeshadow over eye lids
4 - Blend a dark brown kohl pencil line on the outer third of your top lash line as close to the lashes as possible.
5 - Apply your favourite mascara!
6 - Finish off by using plenty of vaseline to your lips to give them a luscious finish, plus it protects them from the bitter cold too!