Month: December 2009
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Worst Beauty Advice of 2009
This award has to go to Vogue’s November Make Do & Mend Issue in which they suggested we use black pipe cleaners to fashion ourselves a pair of ‘statement’ eyebrows. Vogue, what were you thinking? Thanks to www.beautyeditor.ca, a special mention must go to Cosmo US October issue in which they advise using a thong…
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The Top 5 of 2009: Simply The Best
Rather than do a full blown review of all things beauty, I’m picking out my top five products that really stood out in 2009. It’s torture to limit myself to five, but at least this way you’ll know that nobody’s in it for the sake of it and these really are the very, very best…
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Beauty Wishes for 2010
So, here’s my list of things that I WISH someone would invent – please do add in your own inventions! 1. Wash-Off Nail Dye: so all you need post-dying in the colour of your choice is a slick of clear polish to make it shine and keep it from fading: 2. Magic Mascara: I’m sure…
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2010 Emerging Nail Trends
Revlon MintedRevlon Lilac PastilleThere’s a real pastel theme emerging for next year’s nails, sparked in no small part by Chanel’s creamy fondant green Jade polish this autumn. Two new shades from Revlon launching in March have caught my eye, Lilac Pastille and Minted – both must-haves for holiday nails (because I feel they need a…
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Dior DiorShow Extase Mascara
Dior DiorShow Extase MascaraI’m not sure when this launches in the UK, but the newest mascara from Dior claims to plump lashes from the inside and out. Built-in treatments – in the form of ceramides help to reconstruct lashes, while spherical Black Pearl pigments and ‘Metamorphosis Powders’ patented by Dior increase volume by 50% on…
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Aveda Balancing Infusion
Aveda Balancing InfusionI was sent this tiny bottle of balancing plant oils a few weeks ago and put it to the back of the ‘testing’ pile because it just didn’t look very exciting to me. However, when I did bother to read the packaging, I discovered that it is effortless and extremely practical. You simply…
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Estee Lauder: Brand New Brushes
Estee Lauder Make Up BrushesI was sent a set of the brand new brushes from Estee Lauder before Christmas so I’ve had plenty of time to put them to the test. I’m not really a ‘tools’ person, preferring to grab any old thing that will do the job, but I have to say that these…
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Happy Christmas And Thank You
Happy tidings to everyone..and a huge thank you so much to all those of you read my blog and those who take time to comment and add your amazing input to the posts. This blog is designed to be an open forum where your views and thoughts are invaluable. Where possible, I give feedback to…
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Melvita Hydrastim: To The Test
I’ve been trialling Melivta Hydrastim Moisturising Gel ahead of the French organic brand’s UK launch. I haven’t used it long enough to say what the long term benefits are but in the short term, I’ve found it perfect as a pre-foundation moisturiser that is light but still hydrating and more importantly, doesn’t interfere with the…
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Urban Decay Alice In Wonderland Palette Limited Edition
Ok, so don’t tell me I haven’t saved the best till last, as I’ll be taking a break for Christmas very soon! This amazing Urban Decay Alice In Wonderland Palette is limited in the UK to 2000 palettes…not a lot to go around so many beauty lovers. Collaborating with Disney, in time for Tim Burton’s…
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Inneov Fermete Anti Wrinkle Pills: Pills Schmills
The Times reports on a new anti-wrinkle pill from L’oreal and Nestle based on tomato extracted Lycopene currently on sale in Europe and with a British launch planned. But before you rush out to stock up on the £25 for a ten day supply of tablets, bear in mind that tests showed an 8.7% improvement…
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Victoria Jackson: Discuss
I received this Anon comment yesterday regarding Victoria Jackson and thought I’d publish it on the main page because it is the first time I’ve had a comment leaping to VJ’s defence. I think there is a good lesson here about how blogs really do give the best feed back that companies could ever hope…
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Pupa Kokeshi Dolls
Oh my goodness, I can’t believe I haven’t spotted these before from Italian brand, Pupa. How Christmassy. They’re available online at www.spoiledbrat.co.uk.
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I Shouldn’t, But I Do: John Galliano for Christian Dior Contact Lenses
I love these contact lenses that places a black border around the iris. A perfect accompaniment for lash extensions, me thinks!
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Limited Edition Lanvin Dolls 2009
I don’t have the words to express how much I want this beautiful porcelein Miss Lanvin 14. The ladies are sitting atop a bottle of Lanvin fragrance in scarlet dresses and are designed by Alber Elbaz, creative director of Lanvin. Find the dolls at www.brownsfashion.com or Harrods. This figure is £325 (the reason why I…