NEW ALUMINUM-FREE DEODORANT FROM SOFT & DRI®

FEEL REFRESHED & PLAY FOR P.I.N.K, WITH SOFT & DRI® SUPPORTING BREAST CANCER RESEARCH

Aside from being cute, Soft & Dri® Deodorants not only help you stay dry and protected, but also help you feel confident by targeting odor causing bacteria. The Aluminum Free Deodorant is perfect for sensitive skin while the Aerosol Antiperspirant Deodorant provides 24-hour wetness and odor protection that leaves you feeling refreshed. 

MAKE-UP - REVLON GET THE LOOK: EMMA STONE

THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2 PREMIERE 

WITH REVLON

Thanks to REVLON, I had the EPIC pleasure of attending Thursday's star-studded NYC premiere of The Amazing Spider Man 2, at The Ziegfeld Theater. On hand were: Emma Stone, Andrew Garfield, Jamie Foxx, Dane DeHaan, Sally Field, Alicia Keys, Pharrell Williams. There was only one person I could think of, to join me at this amazing event: my good friend and fellow writer Nicole Gordon Levine of www.Beautyisouraddiction.com 

INTRODUCING: M∙A∙C LORDE

M∙A∙C LORDE - LIMITED EDITION COLLABORATION

AVAILABLE JUNE 5TH

Lips meet Lorde’s individual style in a limited-edition collaboration debuting online and in select stores this summer. Ignite your look with deep, plum Pure Heroine ($16 US/$19 CDN), the signature shade of pop’s coolest ingénue.

SKINCARE: CAUDALIE PARIS

THE BODY MOISTURIZING COLLECTION, 

THE SLIMMING REGIMEN & LA CRÈME RICHE

This CAUDALIE review is the follow-up to an amazing collaboration with my very good friend and fellow Beauty Editor Nicole Gordon Levine of Beautyisouraddiction.com.  

CAUDALIE  (which refers to a quality measurement of the duration of a wine's finish on the palette) is truly an amazing skincare collection derived from natural products (more than 93%) designed to pamper, moisturize and soothe your skin. Founded by a dynamic husband and wife duo Bertrand and Mathilde Thomas, CAUDALIE products are Infused with powerful antioxidant powers of grape and grapevine polyphenols, from their very own vineyard of Château‎ Smith Haut Lafitte. Truly a leader in anti-aging skincare in France, CAUDALIE products are free of: parabens, phenoxyethanol, mineral oils, synthetic coloring and animal ingredients. 

CAUDALIE founders: Bertrand and Mathilde Thomas

EYECARE: QUICK RELIEF FOR TIRED, PUFFY EYES

G.M. COLLIN PARIS INSTANT RADIANCE 

ANTI-AGING EYE PATCH 

Let's face it, we all have those nights when we don't get enough sleep, either due to work, personal problems or health issues. I may be the poster child for "8-10 hours of sleep a night" (yes, I sleep a lot - I work HARD), but even I have my moments when you have to ask "What happened to you Ev?" Well, G.M. Collin Anti-Aging Instant Radiance Eye Patches are my salvation! 

BEFORE: No make-up, very tired eyes after a rough work week

CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH AVEENO

AVEENO® PURE RENEWAL® COLLECTION: 

RENEWS YOUR HAIR & IS GOOD FOR THE PLANET TOO!

April 22nd is Earth Day, so why not use a hair care line that is good for you and good to the Earth? I made sure to wash my locks this morning with Aveeno. Infused with the power of balancing ACTIVE NATURALS® Seaweed Extract, these sulfate-free, paraben-free, dye-free formulas give you soft, weightless shine and healthy manageability. And, the AVEENO® PURE RENEWAL® Collection is scientifically proven to produce hair that is up to seven times healthier and 80% more manageable, after just one use.

SKINCARE: AMARTE AQUA VEIL HYDRATOR

AMARTE AQUA VEIL HYDRATOR: 

CUCUMBER INFUSED SERUM & TONER IN ONE

Smooth and soften your skin with a cucumber-infused serum and toner in one: AMARTE AQUA VEIL HYDRATOR ($65 - 3.4 fl. oz.) Recommended by board certified dermatologist Craig Kraffert, President of Amarte, this ultra-light gel works on any skin type and leaves your skin touchably soft and positively radiant! I apply it after cleansing on my face and neck and this formula absorbs instantly and does not leave any greasy residue. 

Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator is formulated with elemental sulfur, natural betaine and eight (8) active botanical extracts: cucumber, orchid, lily, mallow, elderberry, English Ivy, sunlfower and pellitory-of-the-wall. Your skin will retain moisture, look toned, youthful  and above all: HEALTHY!

HAPPY EASTER 2014

HAPPY EASTER: LUSH COSMETICS LIMITED EDITION 

EASTER COLLECTION (and Chewy...)

I don't have a bunny, so "Chewy" will have to do!

It's no secret to those who follow me that my fur-baby "Chewy" is known to photo-bomb pictures of products during my reviews (you may see an ear or paw here and there - he just won't move!) So what better way than to wish all my readers a Happy Easter? (yes, he hated this, lol!)

Celebrate spring with LUSH COSMETICS

NEW NAIR HAIR REMOVAL LINE: MOROCCAN ARGAN OIL

NAIR MOROCCAN ARGAN OIL, SHOWER POWER, 
NAIR FOR MEN & BRAZILIAN SPA CLAY

For years, NAIR has been the #1 hair removal product and now they are the only at-home hair removal brand to feature 100% natural Argan oil. Infused with orange blossom to soothe your skin, the Moroccan Argan Oil line smells divine and leaves you hair free, days longer than shaving.

My Nair take home haul for review

I had the pleasure to attend this Moroccan-themed event and was amazed at how the Nair family of products has grown to include a NEW Men's line, a Brazilian Spa Clay collection and my fave: the Moroccan Argan Oil line! I even had a manicure from the amazing Nair team, to finish off the event!

NEW: OUIDAD CURL LAST™ FLEXIBLE-HOLD HAIRSPRAY

OUIDAD'S PREMIERE HAIRSPRAY FOR SOFT, WEIGHTLESS & FLEXIBLE HOLD

L'Oreal PARIS' 9th ANNUAL WOMEN OF WORTH PROGRAM

TRENDING: L'Oreal #WomenofWorth + Celeb Tweets

Ladies, KNOW YOUR WORTH! There is nothing more beautiful, admireable and empowering, than a woman who is: determined, confident, strong, true to herself and chases her dreams! In case you missed it in your Twitter feed yesterday, #WomenofWorth became a trending topic early in the day as women could not wait to join philanthropic stars like Eva Longoria and Lea Michele in a daylong discussion on the power of self-worth and its ability to propel women forward. 

The forum helped launch L'Oreal Paris' 9th annual Women of Worth program. On the heels of new research indicating that helping others is the #1 driver of self-worth, L’Oréal Paris brought together thousands of women – including Maria Shriver and Arianna Huffington – for the first-ever forum of its kind.


Top Tweets from Twitter Forum

About Women of Worth

The L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth program is an initiative inspired by the iconic brand philosophy, “Because I’m Worth It” and recognizes, celebrates and supports the achievements of real women who are making a difference in the world. Nominate a women in your life by clicking --> here.

ALOHA: THE DAILY GOOD DRIED GREEN JUICE

ALOHA THE DAILY GOOD: HYDRATES, ENERGIZES, 
BOOSTS IMMUNE SYSTEM & DETOXIFIES

ALOHA, the brand which focuses on improving balance across five pillars of health (nourish, move, relax, connect and think) launched a dried green "good-for-you" juice THE DAILY GOOD. A whole food powder that's formulated with over 10 nutrient-rich ingredients like: spinach, spirulina, wild blueberries and coconut water - packed into one convenient little pouch ($20/7-pack, $40/15-pack, $75 - 30 pack at Aloha.com.) That equals the nutrients you find in most green juices, plus other important nutrients you don't, like fiber and Vitamin D. ALOHA doesn't use artificial flavors, artificial colors, sweeteners, or fillers - EVER!

ALL ABOARD: ELIZABETH ARDEN SUMMER ESCAPE COLOR COLLECTION

LIMITED EDITION MUST-HAVE POPS OF CORAL & NAUTICAL BLUES FOR YOUR SUMMER TRANSFORMATION

Get ready to embark on a nautical adventure with Elizabeth Arden! From skincare to beauty, these products are my weakness thanks to their skin-saving, nourishing formulas that feel as good as they look! There isn't a product in this entire line, that I don't love. Elizabeth Arden is geared up for summer with the launch of Summer Escape Limited Edition Color Collection, available now at ElizabethArden.com . This is a must-have, summer collection that is complete with glowing bronzers, a radiant highlighter, smooth cream eye shadows, defining eyeliner duos, ocean-inspired mascara, glossy nail lacquers and vibrant gloss sticks!

Rebecca Restrepo, Elizabeth Arden Global Makeup Artist had this to say about this nautical, Summer Escape collection: “Elizabeth Arden’s new Summer Escape Collection is perfect for women who want to look fresh, natural, and polished for the summer. A pinky coral cream eye shadow, jumbo-sized lip pencil and nail lacquer for a summer getaway look. A periwinkle blue nail lacquer and cream eye shadow provide a fresh take on the blue trend popping up in makeup and on runways this season.”

MAKE UP FOR EVER: WHAT MAKES YOU BLUSH?

HD BLUSH, HD PRESSED POWDER, DOUBLE ENDED SCULPTING BRUSH, KABUKI BRUSH

1. MAKE UP FOR EVER HD BLUSH

MAKE UP FOREVER latest innovation HD BLUSH  ($26 in 16 shades) cream blush that melts into your skin, giving you a natural flush of color. I love the "rosy just-pinched" sexy glow this cream blush gives me, without seeming overly-made up. Perfect for both on camera and your everyday life, MAKE UP FOR EVER HD BLUSH goes on seamless and dries to a satin, soft-focus finish. 

MTV Movie Awards: KATE UPTON'S HAIR - GET THE LOOK

KATE UPTON'S BOMBSHELL HAIR CREATED BY Celeb Hairstylist: 
Peter Butler for Moroccanoil®

Overall Inspiration: “When envisioning the hair look that I wanted to create to compliment Kate’s Versace mini-dress, I was inspired by the works of Helmut Newton and Guy Bourdin as well as the strong and powerful 80’s woman a la Cindy Crawford and Jerry Hall— I wanted big, polished hair.”

M·A·C PatentPolish Lip Pencil Swatch Review

MY THREE M·A·C PATENTPOLISH 

LIP PENCIL PICKS

Go For Girlie, Kittenish and Teen Dream

As I previously posted (see my preview here: (MAC By Request & Patent Polish Lip Pencils) M·A·C PatentPolish Lip Pencils ($20) is your new magic wand for lips. With a single swipe, instantly achieve luscious shine. A unique blend of creamy emollients replenishes lips, keeping them soft with an ultra-smooth texture that isn't heavy or sticky. These lip pencils are truly creamy, glide on smooth and the color lasts hours!

Fresh & Fun Skincare line from Global Beauty Care: So Fresh So Clean®

So Fresh So Clean®: DEEP CLEANSING NOSE STRIPS 

& OIL BLOTTING SHEETS

Here's a sassy, fun and fresh take on skin care products, designed specifically for youthful ladies! So Fresh So Clean® I test drove their Oil Blotting Sheets ($3.99) and Deep Cleansing Nose Strips ($3.99) and I was impressed with not only the cute packaging, but how well they work: gentle yet effective. Perfect for on-the-go, quick touch-ups throughout the day. 

So Fresh So Clean® Oil Blotting Sheets ($3.99 - 50 sheets) Remove shine and oil without removing your makeup, leaves your skin with a fresh, matte finish. Compact, comes in a snap-close packaging.

So Fresh So Clean® Deep Cleansing Nose Strips ($3.99 - 8 nose strips) These nose strips are formulated with Cananga odorata flower oil (an essential oil with aromatherapy benefits) and witch hazel extract, a conditioning extract. These strips bond with your pores to lift away dirt and oil, unclog pores and remove blackheads in 10 minutes! 

There are more amazing products in the So Fresh So Clean line, from pore scrubs, to make-up removing towelettes and more: 

You can find the So Fresh So Clean line at national retailers nationwide, online at Drugstore.com and GlobalBeautyCare.com 

~Evelyn Lugo

M∙A∙C Pro Longwear

INTRODUCING M∙A∙C PRO LONGWEAR 
SPF20 COMPACT FOUNDATION

M∙A∙C Pro Longwear SPF 20 Compact Foundation now provides the same incredible ten-hour wear of Pro Longwear Foundation, in a lightweight cream compact perfectly suited for touch-ups on the go. Available in 17 shades, from light to medium to dark, Pro Longwear SPF 20 Compact Foundation glides on comfortably, with a natural matte finish and broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Provides sheer to medium coverage while keeping skin fresh, flawless and leaving it free to breathe. Available April 17th in the permanent line, so visit M∙A∙Ccosmetics.com or visit a M∙A∙C location near you, to get your shade! 

PRO LONGWEAR SPF 20 COMPACT FOUNDATION $31 US/$37.50 CDN

REVLON ELECTRIC CHROME COLLECTION

REVLON &  AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2: ELECTRIC CHROME COLLECTION: NAIL ENAMEL & SUPER LUSTROUS LIP GLOSSES 

I could not contain myself when REVLON reached out to send me the new amazing Electric Chrome Collection! Celebrating the upcoming film "The Amazing Spider-Man 2", in theaters May 2nd. This limited-edition collection of 6 nail enamels and 3 lip glosses are sure to electrify your look, formulated with glowing glass pearls for a luminous effect! 

*INTRODUCING* M·A·C PROENZA SCHOULER

*NEW* M∙A∙C PROENZA SCHOULER

LIMITED EDITION PACKAGING online April 21st, 
in stores April 24 - May 22 #PSMAC

For the first time, the cool cleverness of the Proenza Schouler woman is captured in a collection of confident color, featuring specially designed, limited-edition packaging. Lipstick bullets, square compacts and Pro Longwear pencils gleam with a unique, luxurious, metallic finish. Four Nail Lacquers glide on in creamy, urban hues. Introducing NEW shades of Blush Ombre in Sunset Beach and Ocean City – face powders in cool pink and warm peach, fused into fuchsia and coral gradients.

INTRODUCING: M·A·C Playland & M·A·C Studio Sculpt Shade and Line

INTRODUCING M·A·C *PLAYLAND* & 

M·A·C Studio Sculpt Shade and Line

M·A·C Playland

Welcome to M·A·C Playland, a funtastical wonderland where spring becomes a fabulous whirlwind of creativity and amusement. Make merry in luscious shades of Lipstick ($16) and Lipglass ($15) in playful pinks, brilliant purples and bright corals, and toy around with a carousel of Casual Colour pots in neon orange and hot pink. Pigments offer the promise of leisure and mirth, and Chromagraphic Pencil adds a cascade of colour to this season’s fun-packed fantasy.

CURLS: Coachella Inspired Hair by Ouidad

GET THE LOOK WITH OUIDAD: 

LOOSE CURLS, WAVES, MESSY BUNS,

BOHEMIAN-CHIC HAIR

Photo Credit: Guest of a Guest.com

Music festivals are the perfect place to express individual style. The countdown to Coachella is on where women will let their curls loose. Achieving Bohemian-chic hair – a festival staple – that stays put and withstands the heat is a cinch with Ouidad. Whether opting for loose waves or a messy top-bun, several festival must-haves help tame frizz, create texture and add luminosity, no matter what the unpredictable elements may bring.

NYFW Rewind: Michael Costello F/W2014

BACKSTAGE MICHAEL COSTELLO Fall/Winter 2014 

HAIR/MAKE-UP: AVEDA - NAILS: THE NAIL BOUTIQUE

Project Runway Alum Michael Costello's Fall/Winter 2014 Fashion Show was sponsored by Brooklyn based The Nail Boutique, with hair and makeup led by AVEDA. I had the pleasure to join the teams backstage prior to the runway show, for the upcoming fall 2014 collections. 

Nene Leakes at the Michael Costello Show