#UltaBeautyLovesMAC

M∙A∙C COSMETICS AND ULTA BEAUTY 

ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP

M∙A∙C and Ulta Beauty announce an exciting new retail partnership in the United States. Beginning in May 2017, shoppers can purchase M∙A∙C on Ulta.com, and in select Ulta Beauty stores in June 2017. During the 2017 calendar year, M∙A∙C will open in more than 100 Ulta Beauty locations. 

Customers will be excited to shop a lineup of M∙A∙C’s most popular and iconic products, specially curated for Ulta Beauty, as well as makeup services to complement Ulta Beauty’s existing hair, skin and brow services. Stay tuned for more news @MACcosmetics and @ultabeauty

IT Cosmetics Eye Confidence

NEW IT COSMETICS

CONFIDENCE IN AN EYE CREAM

Get ready for the latest addition to IT Cosmetics "confidence crew": NEW Confidence in an Eye Cream ($38.00 0.5 fl. oz./15mL). I am the first to recommend Confidence in a Cream (for face), I've been hooked on it since it launched one year ago (see it again here). Now, IT Cosmetics sent me the most amazing press mailer (I feel Brew-tiful), right after Daylight Savings, a much needed boost after losing an hour. IT's light, absorbs quickly and tired eyes instantly come alive with this skin-loving formula, with caffeine and other key ingredients. A revolutionary moisturizing eye treatment helps boost your skin’s natural regenerative cycle and makes tired eyes look instantly more awake. 

Coffee-themed mailer from IT Cosmetics

Why you’ll love IT: Formulated with proprietary Anti-Aging Armour Rejuvenating Concentrate™, plus Ceramides to restore, Chrysin to help reduce the appearance of inflammation, Peptides and Collagen to smooth the look of lines and wrinkles, Avocado to nourish, Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane for powerful hydration, Licorice for visible brightening and Caffeine to reduce the look of puffiness. Also:

• Transforms your eyes with clinically shown hydration - perfect for all skin types

• Rejuvenates and restores delicate eye area, while the exclusive apricot tint and Drops of Light Technology™ color-correct and brighten. 

NEW Confidence in an Eye Cream will be available at itcosmetics.com on March 21st, and ULTA/ulta.com in April ~ #ITsMyConfidence

#MACMinLiu

ANNOUNCING: MIN LIU FOR M∙A∙C 

AVAILABLE ONLINE & IN SELECT MARKETS APRIL 2017

The legend behind Ms Min brings her personal twist on Chinese traditionalism to a mythically charged M·A·C collection. Meditating on the creation and rejuvenation of life, her collaboration features indomitable reds, deep peony pinks and misty metallics, capturing the flow of energy that connects mountains, oceans – and all of us.

Quote from M∙A∙C Cosmetics Senior Vice President/Creative Director, James Gager: "We’ve continually loved Min’s collections. It’s been amazing to watch her become the force in contemporary Chinese design she is today. We’re fascinated with her modern take on traditional Chinese motifs, making us want to find a way to work together. When we first met, she brought a piece of fabric with indomitable red, deep peony pink and metallic details, which became the centerpiece of the collection’s design. It’s been a joy to partner with Min to create a subtle and elegant collection. I can’t wait to show the entire world the result!”

Quote from fashion designer, Min Liu: "M∙A∙C Cosmetics is an innovator of celebrating individuals, much like the essence of Ms MIN. The inspiration that guided this collaboration came from an ancient masterpiece about Chinese mythology culture, spirituality and folklore in the presence of nature. Energy, like beauty in fashion, flows and shifts over time. I find fashion and beauty to be the collision of personal expression of self, today being different than tomorrow, capturing our ying and yang, and the discovery of our quiet and our riot.”

Min Liu for M∙A∙C will be available online and in select markets April 2017. #MACMinLiu

Hairfinity

HAIRFINITY HEALTHY

HAIR CARE LINE

Listen, "hair happens", as I always say, but first you must be sure its healthy from within. If you need help in that department, then Hairfinity is a sure bet. I was lucky to try out the supplements, shampoo, conditioner, Infinite Edges Serum and Masque, when the brand reps sent me an amazing haul of products for me to sample. NEW to the Hairfinity collection of products are four Hair Boosters: Intense Shine, Volume Builder, Damage Defense and Detox & De-Stress (my absolute favorite!) You won't see results overnight, but the hair growth and shine is fierce! Wear a weave or extensions? Rest assured, Hairfinity has products just for you (see below). 

Chanel Brick Lip Compact 2017

BUYER BEWARE: 

FAKE CHANEL BRICK COMPACT 
SOLD ON EBAY & POSHMARK

***UPDATED FEBRUARY 26, 2020*** Due to the overwhelming "interest" in the Chanel Brick lipstick (and the messages I have been receiving the past three days since MAC announced a relaunch), is why I have decided to update all my posts containing mention of the Chanel Brick compact, stressing what I have been saying since 2000! This compact is NOT available online or anywhere. I can guarantee you all, that any so-called brick compact purchased after 1997, when it was discontinued, are without a doubt, 100% COUNTERFEIT.  HOW DO I KNOW? Well for starters, I have met numerous times with Chanel Beauty brand reps, even as recent as this week, and it has been confirmed once again. It's sad that some take advantage of fans, just to make a "quick buck". What those of you purchasing these horrible knock-offs should be more concerned with, is not losing your hard-earned money, but rather what ingredients these amateurs are putting in these palettes, which you then put on your lips. ~Ev (You're welcome!)

The color is WRONG (Chanel Brick is not burgundy or red, but a muted terra cotta!) The texture is wrong (it's a gloss & liner - NOT A LIPSTICK... Brick is not even matte!) The formula is w-r-o-n-g. Even compared to my 1997 compact, which is STILL not dry or "rancid", as one fan nicely put it and the reason why I hand-wrote today's date on it - STILL WRONG! See, I knew someone was up to no good when I was approached last year by an unknown "brand", asking me for detailed pictures, a "piece for sampling" and possibly buy my Chanel Brick lipstick compact for $10,000 CASH. It was only a matter of time before someone - and I certainly don't mean CHANEL, whom I met with last week to compare this "newly found fake sample" and also worked for in 2007 - cooked up a scheme to produce and sell counterfeit Chanel Brick lipsticks, sold out of California. 

NEW Dove Shower Foam

NEW DOVE SHOWER FOAM:

THE CARE YOU NEED, THE LIGHT FEEL YOU WANT

Check out the the newest skincare innovation from Dove: NEW Dove Shower Foam! This is Dove's first foaming body wash and offers a soft, airy lather for superior care. I received an amazing package last week from the brand - best package, complete with a pop-out balloon - and as soon as I quit playing with the box and balloon, I jumped in the shower to test this baby out. 

M∙A∙C Betty Boop

M∙A∙C Betty Boop

Available online February 14, 2017

Smart, sassy, self-confident…the Queen of Cartoons, Betty Boop, transcends the decades winning over fans worldwide. Now, M∙A∙C shimmies up to the memorable icon with a true red Lipstick modeled after her signature Cupid’s bow pout. ~ #MACBettyBoop

LIPSTICK 

Suggested Retail Price: $17.00 US / $21.00 CAD

Betty Boop™ Red -  bright true red 

NEW Twinings Tea

INTRODUCING THREE NEW 

TWININGS EARL GREY TEA BLENDS

Two weeks ago I enjoyed a pre-launch event with Twinings: #TheArtofEarlGrey, where we were treated to samples of the three newest Earl Grey blends: Jasmine, Lavender, and Extra Bold (20ct. Box - MSRP: $2.99). Despite my love for coffee, I enjoyed the new blends (Jasmine is my fave) and received a few personal tea blend tips from Stephen Twining himself. From tea to treats and talk (I loved the personalized, hand-painted tea pots), I was instantly hooked and had a bit too much tea perhaps. Here's a little background: Twinings classic Earl Grey tea was first blended by Richard Twining in 1831, when Prime Minister Charles Grey asked him to replicate a tea he once received by a Chinese Mandarin. The Prime Minister gave his approval, which resulted in the creation of the first Earl Grey blend. To this day Twinings Earl Grey boxes are signed by descendants of Mr. Charles Grey. 

Twinings #TheArtofEarlGrey event, January 24, 2017

Confidence in a Compact

NEW: IT COSMETICS CONFIDENCE IN A COMPACT SOLID SERUM FOUNDATION

(Note: press mailer, not available for sale as pictured above)

Get ready for this new skin-transforming, serum from IT Cosmetics: NEW Confidence in a Compact ($38 each - available in 7 skin transforming shades!) Until now, no one has been able to create a serum and combine it with pigments and SPF 50+ for full coverage. Not only does it deliver all the amazing skincare benefits of the best-selling Confidence in a Cream, the groundbreaking solid serum technology and high-performance anti-aging ingredients will truly transform your skin. 

Confidence in a Compact in TAN

Mederma® AG

MEDERMA® AG
SKINCARE SYSTEM

Here are five new products from a brand trusted for years for scars and healing: Mederma® AG (formerly Aqua Glycolic). This Advanced Dry Skin Therapy line for face and body, provides the exfoliating benefits of glycolic acid in a gentle, pH balanced cleansing and moisturizing system. Also hypoallergenic, fragrance-free and soap free, resulting in minimum irritation from head to toe. Best of all, they're non-comedogenic and dermatologist recommended (always my fave).

Product Line:

Mederma® AG Facial Cleanser (6 fl. oz., $17.55) is gentle, non-drying and compatible with all skin types. It can also be used for shaving sensitive areas such as the bikini line, face and underarms.

 

#MACColourRocker

M∙A∙C 

ColourRocker

Rock out with an untamed collection of audacious matte lipsticks with M∙A∙C ColourRocker. These instant icons make a scene, delivering an adrenalizing hit of colour in 28 rebellious shades. Amp it up with daring plays on lime green, bright golden yellow, fiery fuchsia, and rich, riotous teal. Or turn it up with something bolder, diving into the madness with a plum-tinged noir, deep forest green or a smoky lavender-grey. Colour yourself fearless. #MACColourRocker will be available online & in-stores January 26 through March 9, 2017.

LIPSTICK 

$17.00 US / $21.00 CAD 

1. Blue Bang! - bright cerulean blue (matte) 

2. Breathing Fire - bright warm fuchsia (matte) 

3. Bunnybeams - pinked lavender purple (matte) 

4. Carmine Rouge - clean true red (matte) 

5. City Slick - light grey beige (matte)

6. Cold Hard Cash - creamy neutral brown (matte)

7. Darling Clementine - electric orange (matte)

8. Deep With Envy - forest green (matte)  

9. Digging It - rich warm brown (matte) 

10. Evening Buzz - greyed lavender purple (matte) 

11. Feeling Fizzy - hot pink (matte) 

12. Flatter Me Fierce - blue lavender purple (matte) 

13. Forbidden Sunrise -  creamy orange (matte) 

14. Gritty Girl - light cool brown (matte) 

15. Indigo-Go - cornflower blue (matte) 

16. In My Fashion - dark chocolate brown (matte)

17. Instant Icon - bright baby blue (matte) 

18. In The Spirit - pure black (matte) 

19. The Madness - bright lime green (matte) 

20. Jean Genie - sky blue (matte) 

21. Matte Royal - deep blue (matte)

22. Mean Green Machine - green (matte) 

23. Mud Wrestler - creamy neutral beige (matte) 

24. Night Mint - light army green (matte) 

25. Secret # - dark greyed brown (matte) 

26. Show And Teal - bright green blue teal (matte) 

27. Uncontrollable - baked orange (matte) 

28. Yellow You Dare? - warmed yellow (matte) 

~Evelyn Lugo

Dove 60th Anniversary

DOVE BEAUTY BAR

60 YEARS OF CARE

If there is one beauty product I truly cannot live without and have been using faithfully, ever since I was a little girl, it's the Dove Beauty Bar. It is my must-have beauty essential, and for that, my face thanks me today. Well this month, Dove will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic Dove Beauty Bar and even released a limited-edition bar with the word "care" engraved on it. The Dove Beauty Bar is not soap and is #1 recommended bar by dermatologists and pediatricians in the U.S. 

Dove ads since 1957

The iconic Dove Beauty Bar has provided the same superior care and beauty benefits to women for generations, and to commemorate this milestone, Dove is kicking off a new campaign that celebrates women redefining beauty over the past 60 years and the beauty essential that’s been there through it all unchanged – the Dove Beauty Bar (see the video here). It’s Dove's honor to have been by women’s side since 1957, caring for them every step of the way, and they are encouraging women to share how they will continue to #RaisetheBeautyBar.