Found 9 posts tagged as "Lip Colour"
The best way to bust out in this season's brightest lip colours? NARS Pure Matte Lipstick. Not for the timid, the lipstick goes on smooth and rich without an ounce of shine. Colours stand out even more when their finish is unexpected and matte is the finish du jour. But careful with the nude colours; although classy when glossy, when matte, the shade can make your lips dissappear. And you wouldn't want that. Mwah!
Beauté Weightless Lip Crème in Masochist
Early last year, I developed a little obsession with the thought of fiery-red lips. Nothing says romance and sophistication like an unexpected flash of this sensuous colour. I was on the hunt for a lipstick for months before discovering my perfect hue came in lip-gloss form: Beauté Cosmetics' Masochist.
Actually, calling this product a lip gloss is a bit of a misnomer. The crème applies like a gloss but provides a matte finish that is never thick or sticky. If you usually shy away from lipstick as I do, this weightless crème is the perfect compromise. The product is very hydrating, a breeze to apply, and the Helmut Newton red shade is guranteed to turn heads in any soirée. The best part? Beauté Weightless Lip Crème is Canadian and 100% paraben free.
Beauté is a celebrity best-kept secret so retail availability is a bit scarce. If you order in December, however, you can get 20% off from their website through the Facebook page.
 MAC - A Tartan Tale Viva Glam Gift Bag
My general rule of thumb is that if you wore it the first time around, perhaps you should pass on a trend's second kick at the can. Sure, it may seem like a good idea to relive the neon + plaid paring of the early 80s, but those looks in the elevator at the office are probably not of the "aren't you fashion forward" variety, but more of the "this ain't Back to the Future".
But... when I can add just a little nostalgia with a whole lot of contemporary I know I've hit it on the mark. And in stores tomorrow is the perfect mix. MAC is launching an entire Tartan collection in time for the holidays. Everything from brush kits to shadows come emblazoned with the mark of the Scotich Highlands... or an English "high street" circa the Sex Pistols depending on who's asking. My personal fave is the Viva Glam Gift Bag, 'cause I like to give while I get...
 Call me a sucker for gimmicks, but I just have to tell you about this cool new find.
The Hard Candy Lip-Tattoo is a double duty product that keeps your lips looking slick and your breath smelling fresh. The gel-based lip stain comes in a line of attractive colours that any skin-tone can wear. Flip the product over and you’ll find that the real treat is on the other side. A luscious lip-gloss hydrates and adds a slick shine to your pout. And if you thought that was good on its own, wait a few seconds and you’ll feel a burst of minty fragrance that tingles your lips and freshens your breath at the same time.
This product is so much fun to try. Go get it!
 Garage, Alexia Lipgloss
Normally I wouldn’t go running to Garage, a clothing store for teens and twenty-somethings, for a new gloss, but when this product showed up on my desk, I gave it a shot.
I was surprised by the application, which was smooth and simple. Normally, I find myself frightened of overly sticky glosses and put on a modest amount to avoid globs of goo. There is a little bit of shimmer, which adds a sweet, subtle shine to the lips. Plus, the price is unbeatable at just $5 per tube!
Whether you’re heading out shopping for some back to school outfits or just want to update your wardrobe for fall, make a pit-stop at Garage and be sure to stock up on these cute shades.
 I’ve been looking for my perfect nude lip colour for…hmmm…about 10 years now and Avon has finally given me faith again that true love does exist. Their Island Pearl lipstick is the perfect nude shade for me and it could be yours too. I’m not a huge fan of lipstick (although I make an exception for this specific shade because it is so beautifully natural) which is why I also love Avon’s Smooth Minerals lip gloss (with SPF 15) in Nude Glaze (bottom product shot). Both are available through 1-800-265-AVON and will be online at Avon.ca shortly.
Bailey Cosmetics If you're like me, Saturdays involve a lot of running around, rather than the preferred sipping of a latte while reading the latest fashion rag cover to cover. Most of it is spent out of the house, and by the time I make it back, all I want to do is turn on the television, even though I don't have one. This Saturday though, I have a date. At 11am, with Canadian fashion designer Brian Bailey and the Shopping Channel. Brian will be officially launching Bailey Cosmetics and it is something, not to be missed. I had the pleasure of meeting the Fab Four (President Kathryn McKeil, Celebrity Makeup Artist Maryellen Howe, Cosmetics Developer Gerald Poirier and Creative Lead Brian Bailey) and getting a first-hand look at how they came up their "5 Easy Pieces", the must-have tool kit and the "Powder of Youth". Paraben-free, mineral makeup, in recyclable aluminum containers —
a lovely way to ring in Earth Day!
 Vasanti Tinted Lip Balm
I swore off lipstick about 7 years ago (I just hated the texture and eventual dry flaky feeling) and started using Vaseline on my lips for a nice natural shine…then I met Vasanti and my lips’ life changed. Vasanti is a makeup line that was created specifically for women with yellow-based skin tones. Thank goodness they have launched a full makeup and beauty line for women with all skin tones. While they have tons of great products, the tinted lip balm is my favourite. It goes on silky smooth (even if my lips are super dry) and leaves a nice, natural looking colour on my lips. Plus, it hydrates them at the same time. Some days it’s all the makeup I wear!
 Maybelline Superstay Gloss
There are so many long-lasting lip stains, sticks and glosses on the market today but my all time favourite is Maybelline’s double ended Superstay Gloss (colour 630). The slightly shimmery stain is moist a first and goes on easily. You let it dry for 2 minutes and then apply the clear gloss that's on the other end of the tube. To test the staying power I put it on before I brushed my teeth and the colour and shine didn’t budge.
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