NEW: Christie Brinkley's Skincare Line

 NEW CHRISTIE BRINKLEY AUTHENTIC SKINCARE!

Inspired by the vision of supermodel, actress and mother of three, Christie Brinkley, the Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare Collection addresses multiple signs of aging and contains products that are formulated to help defend against Infrared damage. 54% of the rays that reach the earth are Infrared rays, and this breakthrough product line is among the first in the US to defend against damage from Infrared rays.

With a range of products from facial cleansers to eye-brightening serums, the Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare Collection lets every woman have effortlessly healthy looking and radiant skin. Christie will be on HSN on March 5th to debut her new collection and it will roll out in Kohl’s later in the month.

Flawless Fortunes: #BaubleBenefit

BENEFIT+BAUBLEBAR EVENT RECAP & 

 BENEFIT COSMETICS ROLLER LASH MASCARA

#CurlPower #CurlProblems - The wait is almost over Dolls: Benefit Cosmetics NEW Roller Lash mascara ($24) will finally be available tomorrow February 27th (visit Benefitcosmetics.com!) This curl-gurl has been using this pretty curl (Roller Lash) all month and I love it. The super-curling and lifting mascara makes eyes appear bigger and more wide open. How did I get my claws on one? Well I attended the Benefit Cosmetics+Baublebar "Flawless Fortunes" event on February 3rd, with psychic to the stars Stacey Wolf giving readings to guests (loved mine - Smiles4Miles) and they even had pink fortune cookies to go with the pink cosmos!

Benefit+Baublebar Flawless Fortunes Event February 3rd....

Dove Dry Spray + Rocksbox

DOVE DRY SPRAY ANNOUNCES 

PARTNERSHIP WITH ROCKSBOX

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Feb. 25, 2015 /PRNewswire - When women find their latest beauty obsession, it can be hard to keep it to themselves. It is not a surprise that sharing the latest "it" product is common, given that 84 percent of people say they trust recommendations from their friends and families and that 79 percent actually take action on those recommendations.* To promote the benefits of sharing among friends and family, Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant is partnering with Rocksbox, the innovative jewelry subscription company that was created out of the practice of sharing the latest fashion finds with friends. The partnership will kick-off with interactive experiences in New York City and Los Angeles where women will have the opportunity to share the latest innovative products and trends at the Dove Dry Spray Friendship Suite.The events will highlight the brand's latest innovation – Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant – a product women are already talking about and sharing with their friends. Through a series of fun and engaging activities, event attendees will have the opportunity to experience the premium benefits of this new product, which is formulated with ¼ moisturizers that offer all the care of Dove in a spray antiperspirant that goes on instantly dry for a cleaner feel.

"New Dove Dry Spray provides a breakthrough experience, with benefits that elevate the antiperspirant category into the realm of beauty," says Matthew McCarthy, senior director of deodorants/antiperspirants, Unilever. "Spray antiperspirant is the format used most globally and we think women across the U.S. will absolutely love it once they try it. In fact, those who have tried the product are already sharing their experience with friends and family, telling them what they think in their online reviews and in social media."

NEW: Alex and Ani

NEW THIS SPRING: ALEX AND ANI 

ROAD TO ROMANCE COLLECTION

Spring is a time of awakenings, and this year, ALEX AND ANI is launching the brand new Road to Romance collection (launching March 5th) that perfectly captures the essence of the season. The collection consists of pieces that are infused with memories, the people you hold dear, and the many winding roads on life’s journey. Below is a sneak peek at Alex and Ani's upcoming collection:

Drop-dangle Road to Romance Earrings ($28)

Heirloom Necklaces ($98)

Road to Romance Wrap, $38

Sentiment Wraps ($38)

Braided Leather Wraps ($38)

Gypsy 66 Wrap $58

Gleaming Moment Expandable Wire Bangle, $38

~Evelyn Lugo

Skincare: NEW from L'OCCITANE

INTRODUCING L'OCCITANE 

28 DAY DIVINE RENEWAL PROGRAM

Last month, L'OCCITANE invited me to test a new 4-week skin regimen for an amazing upcoming product they would launch on February 18th: 28 Day Divine Renewal Program ($130.) What is it? It's 28 easy-to-use, daily, single-use doses designed to work in harmony with your skins natural renewal process. I absolutely love how serums and oils have transformed my skin, so the answer was simple: "great skin is always in", how could I say no, especially when I would be using a product not yet available? Since I test so many skincare products, I had to take a day off at the end of week 1, but I quickly went back and completed my 28-day program (took me 29 days because of this.) How did I like it? My skin was noticeably smoother, softer and more supple. I was definitely ready to face NYFW!

*I will be giving away one (1) 28 Day Divine Renewal Program ($130) - details below.*

NYFW: Marc Jacobs / REDKEN

MARC JACOBS FALL/WINTER 2015

HAIR BY GUIDO, REDKEN GLOBAL CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Inspired by Ida Sitwell and other grand ladies from the 40’s and 70’s, Redken Global Creative Director Guido achieved a chic and sculptured style for the runway at Marc Jacob’s Fall/Winter 2015 show. To create the defined shape, Guido used Redken’s Guts 10 root targeted volume spray foam to get a clean, sleek blow dry before pulling the hair up into a tight top knot at the front of the head. To modernize the look, Guido left the ends of the top knot sticking out, sculpting them into the perfect shape with Redken’s Control Addict 28 high control hairspray.

M∙A∙C & Miley Cyrus Oscar Sunday

M∙A∙C VIVA GLAM SPOKESPERSON MILEY CYRUS

SHINES IN M∙A∙C COSMETICS ON OSCAR SUNDAY 

Photo Credit: Getty Images 

Make-up: M∙A∙C Cosmetics

WHO: Miley Cyrus, M∙A∙C Cosmetics VIVA GLAM spokesperson
WHEN: Sunday, February 22, 2015
MAKEUP ARTIST: Pati Dubroff
WHERE: Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party
 

Inspiration: "Miley's look tonight was all about glitter, shine and neon to complement her Schiaparelli outfit. The eye has a sweep of M∙A∙C Cosmetics Glitter in Gold at the lash line for added affect. We coated the lashes with M∙A∙C Cosmetics Haute & Naughty Lash mascara. The lip is pure Miley! We used M∙A∙C Cosmetics Lasting Sensation lip pencil, along with lipsticks in Neon Orange, Morange and topped with Lipmix in Orange.”

M∙A∙C PRODUCTS USED:

M∙A∙C Cosmetics Glitter in Gold, $21 

M∙A∙C Cosmetics Haute & Naughty Lash, $22 

M∙A∙C Cosmetics Lip Pencil in Lasting Sensation, $16 

M∙A∙C Cosmetics Lipstick in Neon Orange,$16 

M∙A∙C Cosmetics Lipstick in Morange, $16 

M∙A∙C Cosmetics Lipmix in Orange, $15

Visit maccosmetics.com to purchase these products, or visit a M∙A∙C store near you!

Deborah Lippman Nails: 87th Academy Awards

DEBORAH LIPPMANN OSCAR NAILS

LUPITA NYONG'O DAKOTA JOHNSON, COMMON 

Famed celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann, was proud to be a part of the preparations for the 87th Annual Academy Awards. This season she worked with red carpet muse, Lupita Nyong’o, screen siren, Dakota Johnson and recording artist, Common.

NYFW: La Prairie at Tracy Reese Fall 2015

LA PRAIRIE & MAKEUP ARTIST SIR JOHN

TEAM UP WITH TRACY REESE FOR NYFW

La Prairie is my absolute skin obsession, so when I learned that they would make their NYFW debut at the Tracy Reese fall 2015 show with celeb makeup artist Sir John (love his work with Beyonce), I could not wait to see what backstage beauty look they would come up with. The look was all about radiant skin, sculpted cheeks, graphic eye liner and a healthy nude lip. “The focus for me was always the skin; using skincare with makeup to reflect and absorb light within, and around the face. We ushered in a sense of architectural structure by sculpting cheekbones and temples. The eyes were the vehicle to delivering a sense of motion. We wanted to make a linear statement with colour, translating in levels of bold and graphic liner.”– Makeup Artist, Sir John on creating the look with La Prairie for Tracy Reese Fall 2015

Makeup Artist, Sir John explains how to get the look with La Prairie:

SKIN: radiant, lit-from-within

Event Recap: Sexy Hair & Mr. Grey

GALENTINES DAY TIED UP WITH 

SEXY HAIR AND MR. GREY!

#ShadesofSexy

Last November I received an invite from my fabulous Sexy Hair reps, asking me to save the date to a very special movie screening event for 50 Shades of Grey, on February 13th. Even though it was three months in advance, I knew it would be crazy (smack in the middle of Fashion Week and Valentines Day) but I immediately said yes. Now mind you, I never read any of the books, but with all the hype surrounding this highly anticipated film and knowing how fabulous this would be, how could I say no? Well I was right! Sexy Hair did it again, with another jaw-dropping, sexy event. Upon checking in, we had a key tied to our wrists for entry to our very own private red room at the AMC Loews 34th Street - talk about a lucky Friday the 13th!

Key for "The Red Room" & Sexy Hair Swag

Once upstairs, we went through a red curtain leading to "The Red Room", complete with sexy, shirtless men and some serious sexiness (with photo ops, of course.) I was in awe at the amazing job the Sexy Hair team did, especially since they had no affiliation with the film, yet this event was the best hands down compared to many who did. Dolls were tied up and blindfolded (none complaining, but rather rushing to line up I might add), being served shots (now how's that for sexy?) and pouncing on the sexy, shirtless guy posing for pictures (I was one of them.)

Welcome to The Red Room...

NEW From butter LONDON

INTRODUCING NEW BUTTER LONDON

HIGH TEA COLLECTION, 7 NEW SHADES

butter LONDON is thrilled to announce the most recent curation of NEW lacquer and cosmetics colors with the NEW High Tea Collection, where classic couture and rocker chic sit side-by-side at a tea party with a twist! Joining the core collection this month are seven NEW shades of butter LONDON lacquer ($15 each), a stunning NEW shade of CHEEKY Cream Blush ($20), WINK Eye Pencil ($18) and two NEW shades of LIPPY Lip Gloss ($20 each), just in time for you to flaunt your most intoxicating palette of bold pastels and bright crème shades for spring.

Introducing M∙A∙C Cinderella

M∙A∙C Cinderella
Available online on February 26, 2015
#MACCinderella

M∙A∙C Cinderella: Timeless and courageous, the most famous Disney princess of all inspires a limited-edition colour collection magical enough to make all your fairy-tale dreams come true. Beloved for generations for her kind heart and determined mind that dares to dream, Cinderella envisages enough makeup shades to fill a pumpkin carriage.

Available online on February 26, 2015
& in-store on March 5, 2015 through April 16, 2015

Now let's take a look at this stunning M∙A∙C Cinderella collection.....

M∙A∙C Cosmetics Pencilled In

M∙A∙C COSMETICS PENCILLED IN

AVAILABLE NOW IN THE PERMANENT LINE

M∙A∙C Pencilled In - Precisely defined, intentionally bold and utterly classic, the Pencilled In lip never goes out of style. Craft a clear-cut pout with new en vogue shades of M∙A∙C’s profoundly pigmented Lip Pencil. Now in carbon-copy colors of your favorite lipsticks including Girl About Town and Impassioned, expertly line lips in 11 shades such as the peachy coral Fruit Cocktail and bright purple Heroine.

LIP PENCIL

$16.00 US/$19.00 CAD

1. Edge To Edge - dirty blue pink

2. Chic Trick - amped-up fuchsia

3. Follow Your Heart - vivid bright-bluish red

4. Candy Yum-Yum - neon pink

5. Ruby Woo - very matte vivid blue-red

6. Heroine - bright purple

7. Fruit Cocktail - clean light-peachy coral

8. Talking Points - bright blue fuchsia

9. Nightingale - mid-tone cream plum

10. Cyber World - intense blackish purple

11. Rosy Rim - muted rosy-tinted pink

LIPGLASS

$15.00 US/ $16.00 CAD

1. Candy Yum-Yum - neon pink

2. Heroine - bright purple

3. Ruby Woo - vivid blue-red

LIPSTICK

($16.00 US/$19.00 CAD)

1. Pink Plaid -dirty blue-pink (matte)

2. Ravishing - clean light-peachy coral (cremesheen)

3. Impassioned - amped-up fuchsia (amplified)

4. Girl About Town - bright blue fuchsia (amplified)

5. M∙A∙C RED - vivid- bright bluish red (satin)

6. Rebel - mid-tone cream plum (satin)

7. Candy Yum-Yum - neon pink (matte)

8. Cyber - intense blackish purple (satin)

9. Ruby Woo - very matte vivid bluish-red (matte)

10. Please Me - muted rosy tinted pink (matte)

11. Snob - light neutral pink (satin)

12. Heroine - bright purple (matte)

M∙A∙C Cosmetics Pencilled In is available online at maccosmetics.com
and in-stores on February 5, 2015 in the permanent line.

Fragrance: Lady Gaga

LADY GAGA'S UNISEX FRAGRANCE:

EAU DE GAGA

Here is a NEWEST and first Unisex scent from Lady Gaga: EAU DE GAGA ($34.00, available at mass retailers.) It's dangerously daring and exciting and captures the pure essence of Gaga, appealing to both women and men. This fragrance by Gaga is sensual (not too sweet) and I truly do love it, so far rocking it two days in a row and I will wear it this entire week just to see how others feel about it. So far I have received many compliments from both men and women, so it's a hit!

EAU DE GAGA is built around a beautiful heart of white violet, an intoxicating flower that fuses female and male attractions. The scent opens with an invigorating burst of sparkling lime to counterbalance the woody-floral intensity, and evolves into a sensual trail based on leather. 

~Evelyn Lugo

Get The Look: CoverGirl & Katy Perry - Superbowl XLIX

KATY PERRY'S SUPERBOWL XLIX HALFTIME LOOK BY MAKEUP GURU JAKE BAILEY & COVERGIRL 

Games over, but COVERGIRL has the scoop on how to achieve Katy Perry's halftime make-up look, from Katy’s celeb makeup guru Jake Bailey: "Today is one of the most exciting days of my career! Knowing my work would be seen by millions and millions of people I've been understandably nervous. Katy's performance had multiple costume changes so I needed to create a strong look that would complement all of her outfits, as there was absolutely no time for a touch up in between the quick changes. It’s the Super Bowl after all!"

Jake Bailey decided to go with a classic Katy look: elongated cat eyes, lots of mascara, super sparkly gold and silver glitter, and a bold red lip for glamour and showmanship. I wanted her to glow and sparkle for her big moment in just nine steps...