Halloween 2015

HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE

It's that time of year again gals and ghouls - HALLOWEEN. I revisited my "fallen angel" look again this year (saved from my first go back in 2006) and I was impressed with how it turned out. Rocked this look to the office party on Wednesday (good times) and for all of you in need of a last-minute costume, remember that you make the costume, with your own creativity. 

I love anything angels, hence my long-time wings pendant!...

Tria Eye Wrinkle Laser

TRIA AGE-DEFYING EYE WRINKLE 

CORRECTING LASER

What if I told you that you can treat eye wrinkles in just two minutes a day (a minute each eye), for eight weeks - with visible results in two weeks? Well believe it, thanks to this tiny, FDA-cleared, at-home eye wrinkle corrector by Tria Beauty. Tiny but definitely mighty is an understatement when trying to describe the Tria Age-Defying Eye Wrinkle Correcting Laser ($249 available at TriaBeauty.com and Sephora) I absolutely love it. 

I received my Tria Age-Defying Eye Wrinkle Correcting Laser for review, after attending the brands launch event and though I used it on myself for preventative measures, my eyes look brighter and younger. Trust me when I say that I used it on two wrinkly-challenged volunteers (well, more like I voted and they lost - didn't have a choice, lol!) 

Empire x deborah lippmann

NAILS: DEBORAH LIPPMANN

FOX's EMPIRE COLLABORATION

Heads up dolls. Super exciting news about celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann’s NEW collaboration with the hottest show on TV, FOX’s Empire! Coinciding with the highly talked about Season 2, deborah lippmann has created a limited edition 3-piece ultra glam nail lacquer set that will be available mid-November. 

No stranger to successful TV collaborations (i.e. HBO’s “Girls” & “True Blood”), Deborah Lippmann captured the dazzling style and opulent beauty exhibited throughout the show, with the creation of these lavish new shades.

Empire x deborah lippmann

Price/Availability: $24.00; available November 2015 online at Sephora.com and Nordstrom.com Shades: 

“Hustle Hard” - fierce fuchsia shimmer

“Power Of The Empire” - gold record glitter 

“War Of The Roses” - seductive ruby red shimmer

PREVIEW: M∙A∙C #VIVAGLAM

M∙A∙C COSMETICS ANNOUNCES 

#VIVAGLAM Ariana Grande

Good girl? Bad girl? Glam girl? Ask #VIVAGLAM Ariana Grande! Go deep dark in her matte plum Lipstick, or good, good in shimmering pink Lipglass. Paint the town GLAM! Available in-store January 2016

Hairprint

HAIRPRINT: THE HEALTHY, INNOVATIVE WAY

 TO GET RID OF GRAY HAIR WITHOUT DYE

Very rarely do I come across a product that stops me in my tracks, that was until I received HAIRPRINT ($39 at www.myhairprint.com) from reps for review, this past August (yes, I know.. but I thoroughly test, in order to give it my "tried and true" seal of approval). If you have gray hair and do not want or like hair dyes, but want to restore grays hairs to your NATURAL hair color, then this revolutionary product is without a doubt, for you! What is HAIRPRINT? ....

BCA: June Jacobs

JUNE JACOBS 

RAPID REPAIR HEALING CREAM

"Great skin is always in", so here is a revolutionary skincare product that is jaw-dropping amazing not just because it is breast cancer awareness month (well, that too), but an all day, everyday - all year-round skincare must-have product for your beauty arsenal! I had the pleasure of attending an intimate product launch at the June Jacobs office a few weeks ago, and I am madly addicted to their NEW Rapid Repair Healing Cream ($60, available at JuneJacobs.com). I use this breakthrough formula on my hands, face, body and lips, pretty much everywhere. 

June’s personal battle with radiation dermatitis while undergoing treatment for breast cancer is what inspired her to develop this therapeutic cream. The clinically-tested face and body treatment helps soothe irritation, reinforce the skin’s barrier protection, smooth uneven textured skin, provides free radical protection from external assaults promoting healthy looking skin and provides up to 24-hour moisturization. The formula incorporates traditional ingredients with the latest in botanical technology to promote healthy skin.

Fabulous daughter/mother duo: Rochelle (left) and June

#MACHalloween

PARADE YOURSELF: 

#MACHalloween

Tune in and join M∙A∙C on October 31st from 7:00PM – 10:30PM EST as M∙A∙C leads the 42nd Annual Village Halloween Parade in New York City as the parade's premier sponsor #MACHalloween #ParadeYourself

http://www.maccosmetics.com/artistry-halloween

Get inspired as M∙A∙C brings you inspired looks to take Halloween from ghoulish to glam. 

Watch M∙A∙C Artists demonstrate you how you can conjure up these freaky-chic looks at home on M∙A∙C's YouTube channel or website.

Clinique Kisses

PUCKER UP: GO FROM SWEET
TO SEXY WITH CLINIQUE'S LIPSTICK SET

Lip Love - I love anything kiss/lip print, lips (duh, I've been staring at my pout in the mirror forever, so why not embrace it?) So when Clinique reps sent me the cutest package ever, I squealed with delight (really, I did). Clinique Kisses - a Macy's exclusive $25.00 - is a five-piece, full-sized, creamy-matte lipstick set, packaged in some seriously stunning lip packaging. The formula is smooth, long-lasting, doesn't dry your lips and dries velvet smooth! The color is also flawless and vibrant.

With names like: The Sweet Talker (matte petal), The Good Kisser (matte crimson), The Hug & Kisser (matte beauty), The Life of the Party (matte magenta) and The Pretty Pouter (matte plum) - how can you not fall in love? Remember, these aren't sample size, but rather full size lipsticks, a true bargain: five lipsticks for $25.00 at Macy's and Macys.com.

Full-size lippies...

UPDATED 11/03/15

Still in love with my Clinique Kisses lippies (gosh that packaging simply melts me), I received a surprise from reps in the mail yesterday, this one a Clinique online only exclusive. This make-up bag is huge - perfect for all the beauty goodies I carry. You can get it while supplies last at clinique.com with any $27 Clinique purchase. Hurry, you'll regret missing out on this one!

~Evelyn Lugo

Luz de la Riva

SPICE IT UP WITH LUZ DE LA RIVA 

COUTURE INTIMATE COSMETICS

Take beauty to the bedroom, with Luz de la Riva luxurious intimate beauty collection. A fun, sassy, delicious and sexy intimate couture line, created with the mission to redefine the world of sensuality and spice up the lives of amazing, explorative women everywhere. Each product honors and empowers sexuality and encourages indulging in the luxury of passion. Reps for the brand sent me these three for review: Lulu, Simone and Olivia to test and I have to say, that I absolutely loved them all. 

#MACHoliday

M·A·C 2015 HOLIDAY 

GIFT IDEAS

M∙A∙C Enchanted Eve: Available online October 18, 2015 & in-stores October 22, 2015

Panasonic Lash Curler

PURSE PAL: PANASONIC HEATED 

ROTATING EYELASH CURLER

If you ask me what is the one beauty product that I cannot leave the house without, I would have to say, it is mascara (sunscreen I apply right out of the shower, so it's second nature). There are days when I am so busy, I run right out and forget to apply mascara or just don't want to be bothered, so for nearly two years this gadget has been my "pretty pink purse pal!"  What is it? Panasonic Heated Rotating Eyelash Curler ($40.00 $25.99 at shop.panasonic.com)

I received my Panasonic Heated Rotating Eyelash Curler as a gift at a NYFW event three seasons ago and have been using it daily to curl my lashes - even skipping mascara on most days. This tool is compact, heats up quickly and is very easy to use. 

Get close: no make-up, mascara OR filter - just my Panasonic heated lash curler!

#MACZacPosen

PREVIEW: M·A·C + ZAC POSEN 

COLLECTION

FEBRUARY 2016

After dazzling women with his modern but timeless designs on the runway and red carpet for 13 years, New York designer Zac Posen presents his debut colour collection for M·A·C.

#MACZacPosen - special packaging multi-product collection: mix of eye, lip, cheek and brushes in a special packaging. Available February 2016.

 

"Over the past 15 years I have learned a great deal from M∙A∙C about beauty. Fashion and beauty go hand-in-hand and I have always wanted to create a makeup collection to complement my designs and brand. It was only natural to work with M∙A∙C to create my first ever signature collection. I wanted to keep it luxurious, a little mysterious and clean with a large dose of star wattage." ~Zac Posen

"Zac Posen has been a part of the M·A·C family for over 15 years, as we’ve been supporters from his first very first collection in 2001. Zac’s classic designs and deft hand in draping, textures and overall femininity evoke a kind of throw-back glamour that still feels modern. This collection is the perfect encapsulation of both of our worlds, with something sophisticated and sexy for every woman out there.”~M∙A∙C Senior Vice President/Group Creative Director James Gager

The BEACHWAVER & Victoria's Secret

THE BEACHWAVER® - OFFICIAL HAIR PARTNER FOR 

VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW

Exciting news to share – I am super thrilled and wanted to share that THE VICTORIA’S SECRET FASHION SHOW, returns to New York on Tuesday, December 8 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network AND that The BEACHWAVER®, is the OFFICIAL PARTNER FOR THE SHOW!!!! This professional, rotating curling iron created by celebrity hairstylist Sarah Potempa, will be the official hair partner for the Victoria’s Secret Show this year and what better partnership than the tool that creates beach waves to create bouncy, gorgeous waves on all of the hottest models known for this glam, effortless look!

I had the pleasure of previewing this iconic hair tool at Ricky's NYC this past summer, loving how it automatically rotates left and right with two rotation speeds, for fast, flawless and fabulous curls.

M∙A∙C Magic of The Night

M∙A∙C MAGIC OF THE NIGHT

AVAILABLE ONLINE OCTOBER 18, 2015

Get ready for an enchanted evening that won’t stop until dawn. Play it cool this holiday with eyes done up in deep smoky hues, and lips in tones that boldly lead the way for a night of unexpected thrills.

Jazz it up with new Colourdrenched Pigment, whose highly pearlized creamy hues glisten against skin. Lips let loose and live a little, playing nocturnal notes of dusky lilac, ruby rouge and luxe blackened plum. Out on the town, velvet-hued eyes swing to an elegant vibe as ebonized blue and navy join classic noir for a look that’s smoking haute. Nails set the mood in metallic, and Mineralize Skinfinish lights the way with its signature shimmering glow. The magic is in the night, darlings. Let’s have some fun....

Hair: National Shampoo Day

GASP: EVCURLGIRL CELEBRATES

NATIONAL SHAMPOO DAY!

From my @evcurlgurl InstaGram post

With National Shampoo Day just around the corner on 10/20 and I am delighted to share this, especially since I recently posted on my social media sites that I wash my hair daily (to the shock of many naturalistas). Listen I understand that it's frowned upon, BUT I have been doing so nearly 30 years, sometimes even TWICE A DAY (after yoga, etc... and I may skip a day here and there). I instantly fell in love with Tara Smith at her product launch event this past June (see my article here), not just because of her fabulous curls, but because she said to me: "It's perfectly fine to wash your hair everyday, why not?"

Renowned celebrity hairstylist, Tara Smith, is celebrating by letting everyone know that you CAN actually wash your hair everyday… with the RIGHT products. Although there may only be one day dedicated to cleansing your tresses, Tara Smith says that every day can be National Shampoo Day! It was a pleasure hanging again with Tara Smith backstage this NYFW, at the Laurel Dewitt show (full NYFW recaps are still pending - EvCurlGurl always waits until fashion month is over...so stay tuned) and I overheard Tara giving this advice to a few of bloggers and models on hand, many who were surprised, even a few somewhat relieved to actually hear it. 

Backstage with Tara Smith - creating hair looks at Laurel Dewitt S/S'16

PREVIEW: Stila Holiday 2015

STILA COSMETICS 

HOLIDAY 2015 COLLECTION 

SEALED WITH A KISS

Stila's got just what you've been wishing for this season all wrapped up and ready to love. Inspired by the poetry and passion of hand-written letters, Stila's holiday collection captures the beauty of a treasured era, in our modern-day expression of classic romance. Each love inspired selection features harmonizing shades of Stila's most beloved beauty essentials, expertly selected to create looks that will take you where you dare to dream. Delightfully feminine, Stila has created a holiday collection as memorable as a precious love letter.

It's most beloved beauty essentials are included in each set, bringing a modern-day feel to the timeless love letter. Two highlights of the collection are the Eternally Yours and Eternal Love Liquid Lipstick Sets. Each includes a preview of two all new shades of Stila Cosmetics beloved product. Additional sets show a whole lot of love to the Stila signature Lip Glazes, HUGE™ Extreme Lash Mascara and eye shadows.

Let's take a look in detail, at the "Sealed With A Kiss" holiday collection: 

LORAC HOLIDAY

NEW LORAC MEGA PRO PALETTE 2, 

LOVE, LUST & LACE HOLIDAY COLLECTION

The highly anticipated launch of the LORAC Cosmetics Mega PRO Palette 2 and Love, Lust & Lace Holiday Collection will be THIS SUNDAY, October 4th at ULTA and Kohl’s retailers! The collection features enticing limited-edition, blockbuster sets/palettes and exclusive colors, inspired by the brand’s best-selling products. Adorned in sultry cobalt blue and silver lace packaging, these beautiful offerings will have you falling head over heels!

#BeautyConNYC

GET READY FOR 

#BeautyconNYC 

WHAT: Beautycon is the world’s premiere fashion, beauty & lifestyle destination for fans, brands, and creators. Well get ready dolls, because they're bringing your favorites to the fabulous Pier 36 in New York on Saturday, October 17^th, 2015 and I'm so excited to see all you beauties there! I had and absolute BLAST at the first-ever, BeautyConNYC event last year (see my fun, photo-filled recap again, here).

WHEN:   October 17th