PREVIEW: M∙A∙C Smoky Black Friday

INTRODUCING M∙A∙C SMOKY BLACK FRIDAY

VELUXE PEARLFUSION SHADOW

This Black Friday, M∙A∙C offers an exclusive online-only edition of Veluxe Pearlfusion Shadow. The Smoky Black Friday palette features a new trio of complementary noir shades that blend beautifully for infinite nighttime looks. This is Eye Shadow innovation like you’ve never seen before: the pure power of pigment in a creamy, lightweight hybrid. Applies wet for a super saturation of colour with metallic brilliance, or dry for sheer coverage with a soft finish.

Veluxe Pearlfusion Shadow (trio)
$25.00

Available exclusively at www.maccosmetics.com on November 28th only! 

#MACSmokyBlack

#BlackFriday

Introducing: Maybelline New York Creamy Mattes Lipsticks

 MATTE MOMENT, WITH MAYBELLINE

THE CREAMY MATTES

BY COLORSENSATIONAL ®

Unless I'm wearing lip gloss, I love a matte lip, but it has to be creamy, can't tug when applying, won't dry my lips, long-lasting and pops with color. You think I'm asking for too much? Well, I'm not! Allow me to introduce 10 new creamy, dreamy lipsticks that meets each and every one of my demands, by Maybelline New York: The Creamy Mattes by Color Sensational ($7.49.) When Maybelline reps sent me the collection for review, I was game and prepped my pillow pout for swatching!

650 - Nude Embrace, 655 - Daringly Nude, 660 - Touch of Spice, 

665 - Lust for Blush, 670 - Ravishing Rose, 675 - Faint for Fuchsia

680 - Mesmerizing Magenta, 685 - Craving Coral, 690 - Siren in Scarlet

695 - Divine Wine

Introducing: M∙A∙C Prabal Gurung

M∙A∙C Prabal Gurung

#MACPrabal

The modern glamour and immaculate style of fashion designer Prabal Gurung comes to M·A·C in an opulent collaboration featuring smoky, gilded hues and ultra-smart, custom gold packaging!

Now lets take a look at each of the products in the stunning MAC Prabal Gurung lineup....

Beauty: The Body Shop Instablur Primers

THE BODY SHOP 

ALL-IN-ONE INSTABLUR, INSTABLUR EYE, 

COLOUR CRUSH LIPS & EYE

#NORETOUCHTBS

I will admit that I have a problem: I am all about selfies, taking tons of pictures, photo-bombing, jumping inside photo booths (I'm usually the FIRST one in and the last one out), heck the closer the picture, the better - I am always ready and smiling, right on cue for any camera click: #SayCheese! One thing I am not a fan of, is using filters. Yes, they're okay, but I prefer to let sunlight be my filter and that also means no heavy make-up for me... at all (flash photography isn't kind to all that makeup, so you can cross off contouring off my list!) BB creams and primers are fine in my book, because I appreciate a hint of tint in my moisturizer, just a bit of blending with a pop of color. If you're like me, then The Body Shop is here to help you prepare for your best selfie, in 3 easy steps...

Wearing All-In-One Instablur, Instablur Eye, Colour Crush Eyes & Lips

Glade® and Cirque du Soleil® Event

FIRST-EVER SCENT INSPIRED PERFORMANCE

WITH GLADE AND CIRQUE DU SOLEIL

#FeelGlade

A couple of weeks ago, Glade announced a year-long partnership with Cirque du Soleil to demonstrate that scent can inspire emotion, arouse the senses, and spark the imagination through artistry. I am a true candle lover and my all-time favorite candle is Glade's Angel Whispers, so I made it my mission to attend this event at Madison Square Park, despite the heavy rain that day. Reps were the best, handing each of us clear, bubble umbrellas so we could stay dry and enjoy the show. Madison Square Park was instantly transformed into a dreamland; an experience completely inspired by Glade fragrances. 

Event recap: Kyle Richards, RESTASIS & Chronic Dry Eye Awareness (CDE)

KYLE RICHARDS TEAMS UP WITH ALLERGAN,

THE MAKERS OF RESTASIS®

Chronic dry eyes (CDE) and Kyle Richards? Yes, Kyle Richards recently teamed up with Allergan, the makers of RESTASIS® (cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion 0.05%), to raise awareness of the disease. Back in September, I had a sit-down interview with the TV personality, fashion entrepreneur and star of the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” herself (also my long-time hair idol), on the rooftop terrace at Eventi. Turns out, that as many as 25 million people in the United States report suffering from dry eye, as does Kyle. Personally, after multiple visits to three eye different doctors, I learned that I myself suffer from dry eye (singular, as I only wear ONE contact, on my right eye.) I wasn't surprised, as this condition has bothered me for quite some time. Kyle Richards also wears contacts and our sit down interview was interesting, with our discussion covering everything from make-up, wearing contacts (or contact for me), showering with contacts (you shouldn't), constant blinking and of course: HAIR!

Nails: butter LONDON Heavenly Holiday Train Case

BUTTER LONDON GEARS & GADGETS 

LIMITED EDITION ULTIMATE LACQUER TRUNK

**Updated March 30, 2015** Calling all "Fingertip Fashionista's", check out this heavenly holiday haul, the ULTIMATE beauty gift for the nail polish obsessed! Introducing butter LONDON'S Limited Edition Lacquer Trunk $150, valued at $300. This trunk is available exclusively at b-glowing.com and (butterlondon.com of course), and features 20 highly pigmented butter LONDON lacquer shades and 4 nail treatments. This collection is destined to bring life to tired and dull looking nails, and essential nail tools that make it easy to create a one-of-a-kind look. 

I sure wasn't naughty...

..my nails will look nice!

This limited edition collection includes: 

TEMPTU & Eva Zuckerman of EVA FEHREN Team Up

TEMPTU x EVA FEHREN LIMITED EDITION COLLECTION OF TEMPORARY TATTOOS , BODY PAINTS & PRECIOUS METALLIC PALETTE

Last night's CFDA / Vogue Fashion Fund Award Runner-Up Eva Zuckerman, of Eva Fehren and TEMPTU, the brand that pioneered temporary tattoos for the film and television industry over 30 years ago, have partnered to create a limited edition TEMPTU X Eva Fehren Artist Collective Tattoo Set and TEMPTU X Eva Fehren Precious Metallic Palette, a professional body art color palette, that launches this month, November 2014.

The Eva Fehren fine jewelry collection highlights the beauty of contrasting elements that marry a delicate, feminine aesthetic with rawness that give the structural pieces an element of modern edginess. Eva Zuckerman, the artist and designer behind Eva Fehren, was not only drawn to TEMPTU as a new avenue to exert her creative energy, but she also has a family tie that links her to the brand’s heritage, and specifically TEMPTU Dura Body Art. Eva’s grandfather, Dr. Samuel Zuckerman, is the famed chemist who developed Dura paint, the alcohol-based makeup formula that is heat-resistant, sweat-resistant, long-lasting, skin-safe ink engineered to withstand the conditions on set for productions. He worked with Eva’s father, Roy Zuckerman, to develop a way in which one could transfer the Dura paint, ultimately offering the temporary tattoo effect.

With this product at his fingertips, Roy successfully launched TEMPTU in the early 1980s. At the inception of TEMPTU, it was very much a family run business – an environment that helped to nurture Eva’s innate creativity as well as her entrepreneurial spirit, which is why the designer is excited to collaborate with the company now.

TEMPTU Pro Dura made its film debut in the film Tattoo starring Bruce Dern and Maude Adams – the brand has been the industry standard and innovator for body art ever since, and continues to grow and develop.

TEMPTU X Eva Fehren Artist Collective Tattoo Set (MSRP: $95) 
Eva Fehren's designs & jewelry inspired temporary tattoos harmoniously meld simplistic lines paired with bold, impactful graphics that are at the core of both brands’ design principles. Eva Fehren designed each tattoos transfer exclusively, reminiscent of her now iconic bejeweled forms. Tattoos can be worn alone or enhanced with a light dusting of the included Metallic Powders that come in gold and pewter.

Eva Fehren Precious Metallic Palette (MSRP: $75)
Taking inspiration from the minimalistic simplicity of her fine jewelry collection, this palette celebrates the rich hues of precious metals (including: gold, gunmetal, silver, rose, copper, black, white, grey, green, blue) that can create the look of bejeweled opulence with a stroke of a brush. Developed for professionals, each palette is triple poured with TEMPTU’s renowned Dura liquid formula. This palette is long lasting and safe for the skin so that artists can create original designs and also use it to add colorful detail to the Eva Fehren Artist Collective Tattoo Set.

Hello Breathspray

GET FRESH BREATH WITH TRAVEL-SIZED 

& VEGAN HELLO BREATH SPRAYS

Say hello to your new favorite travel companion: hello Breath Spray ($3.79 each.)Tiny yet mighty, these breath sprays are not only TSA-friendly, but they fit in the palm of your hand (easy to hide for that quick spritz), proven to pack a punch and give you 100% fresh breath when you need it! Available in three yummy flavors: Supermint, Mojito Mint and Pink Grapefruit Mint, hello Breath Sprays are vegan, cruelty-free and naturally friendly. They do not contain any harsh chemicals, dyes or artificial sweeteners, so they are safe yet effective!

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Introducing: essie luxeffects 2014

ESSIE LUXEFFECTS 2014: 

SUMMIT OF STYLE & ROCK AT THE TOP

Introducing two new additions to essie's luxeffects line, for November 2014: rock at the top and summit of style ($8.50 available at essie.com, fine salons and beauty destinations nationwide.) These obsession-inducing, irresistibly stylish topcoats feature multi-dimensional, intricately elegant glitters in new, unique shapes and sizes. Easy to apply, easy to wear: they are designed to embellish your favorite essie colors, making a bejeweled nail look even more fun.

Introducing: essie 2014 Winter Collection

ESSIE 2014 WINTER COLLECTION

"Jiggle hi, jiggle low"

Tis the season for celebrating – so indulge with dazzling shades that set off holidays looks to perfection. Whether you’re stepping out on the red carpet at the gala of the season or enjoying a candlelit dinner for two, you’re sure to find the perfect shade in essie’s Winter 2014 collection (available November 2014, $8.50 per bottle at essie.com, fine salons and beauty destinations nationwide.)

TV: House of DVF Series Premiere

DIANA VON FURSTENBERG'S 

NEW E! SERIES PREMIERE

"HOUSE OF DVF"

I don't think I have ever been as excited for a television premiere, as I am with Diane Von Furstenberg's "House of DVF", tonight at 10:00 pm on E! Now, this is not your average reality series, but I'm pretty sure that it's safe to say that there will be drama with 10 women competing to become Diane's Brand Ambassador! I can't wait to see what unfolds, as these 10 women compete (or kill each other) for this highly coveted spot, in Diane's global fashion empire! I am such a fan of DVF and her iconic wrap dresses that meeting her unexpected and without a doubt, EPIC....