Showing posts with label makeup. Show all posts
Showing posts with label makeup. Show all posts

Friday, May 20, 2011

Chanel Deauville Rouge Coco Shine 67







Another week, another Chanel Rouge Coco Shine to love.

This one is #67, Deaville, which is a decidedly brown-based pink. It's not as summery as some other colors in the range like Fetiche or Monte Carlo, but very wearable all year around. Deauville is a very neutral color and lets just enough of my natural lip color through, like all the other Rouge Coco Shine lipsticks I have, so the result is a twist on the "my lips but better idea", only with a shine and elegant color.

It's a good question why Chanel's marketing focused on the most fleeting aspect of these lipsticks, the glossy finish that fades within an hour. After all, their main strength is leaving a long-lasting but subtle stain that doesn't need any touch ups for the better part of the day other than topping it with a gloss. I love Deauville paired with YSL Glden Gloss in Praline, Burberry Sepia or Hourglass Eden. The low-key color is great as it is, and especially on days I go all out on the eye front (aka green eye shadow days). I'm having a hard time thinking about a complexion that would clash with this color, but I'm sure it's out there. The rest of us can consider it a favorite.

Chanel Rouge Coco Shine lipsticks ($32) are available at the counters and on Chanel.com.

All photos are mine.

Thursday, May 19, 2011

NARS India Song Eye Shadow Duo








With all the hype about NARS summer collection(s) it's sometimes easy to forget the hardworking constants in the permanent line. The eye shadow duo in India Song is a good example. Yes, I admit it's not exactly the most exciting or innovative color combination-  a matte vanilla and a satin low-shimmer rich brown. It's a classic, something that everyone needs for minimalistic days and the quality and finish are exactly the reason NARS eye shadows have earned a cult of collectors who rely on them to deliver every time.

The matte ivory color is an excellent base. Unlike many similar shades (Bobbi Brown Navajo, Bone, Banana and several others) it actually has a color and a texture that makes it more than just a base. This eye shadow subtly lightens the lid and opens up the eye without looking too made up. I find that NARS matte formula often requires a good primer both for longevity and for even application, and India Song's lighter half is no different. It's also a bit crumbly, but a good brush is enough to keep things under control and I have no real issue applying and making the color look pretty. The walnut brown with its shimmery texture is superb. The color can be packed and intensified or applied lightly. It's easy to blend and has a surprising depth and dimension for such a simple shade.

Bottom Line: Have I said a classic already?

NARS India Song Eye Shadow Duo ($33) is available from narscosmetics.com.

All photos are mine.

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Trish McEvoy Beauty Emergency Card For Eyes







I picked Trish McEvoy Beauty Emergency Card For Eyes as an afterthought two or three months ago, because the colors and size looked right. I'm usually having a hard time finding good color matches in Trish McEvoy's line, but here we have a bunch of classic neutrals that are easy to combine and look flattering and effortless, which is exactly what one needs on the go and for makeup emergencies. Like the previous Beauty Emergency Card, this eye palette is, indeed pocket-size and very thin. Still, there's enough product there for months of use, and even more if you save it for travel.

The 8 pan palette includes: (sorry for the inconsistent numbering)
1. Eye Definer Deep Aubergine (it pulls more brown on my skin)
2. Brow Definer Natural (I wish it were just a hair darker, but I can still use it on my brows)
3. Glaze Eye Shadow Rose Quartz (a shimmery rosy skin color. I use it as a highlighter)
4.  Eye Shadow Peach Shell (matte and completely invisible on my skin and lid. Might as well be a translucent powder.
5. Glaze Eye Shadow Gilded Bronze (a light sandy bronze with shimmer, very wearable and not too warm)
6. Glaze Eye Shadow Gilded Taupe (do I need it in full size?)
7. Glaze Eye Shadow Sugar Plum ( a shimmery plum. A bit too purple for my taste when on its own but blends well with the other colors and I actually use it quite a bit)
8. Glaze Eye Shadow White Peach (a beautiful highlighter, somewhere between ivory and sand)

The texture of these eye shadows is really nice, the shimmer is polite and well-behaved and the combination one can create are many. For me, the matte peach color is utterly useless; if I were a craftier person I'd replace its pan with a same size navy shadow/liner or even an eye primer. Those of you with lighter skin tone might actually like this color, so don't take my word for this one.

Bottom Line: Very good.

Trish McEvoy Beauty Emergency Card For Eyes ($38) is available at the counters and on trishmcevoy.com.

All photos are mine. If by any chance you're reading this post or seeing the photos on any site other than thenonblonde.blogspot.com or thenonblonde.com it means someone has been lifting my content. Please tell them they suck.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Three Looks From Cannes Film Festival


Gwen Stefani went where she's rarely gone before with a shocking pink lipstick. I like it, as well as the rest of her fearless makeup look. But is it just me who wishes she'd go a couple of shades darker with her hair? I think she'd look much more sophisticated with a little less bleach.



Beautiful actress Fan Bing Bing experimented with this Southern Belle look. The dress is Scarlett O'Hara but the hair is Melanie Hamilton. The orange lipstick looks fabulous on her (and such flawless skin!).


One lipstick I'm not loving is the one Zoe Saldana chose for the same Tree Of Life premier. It's not just a fluke of a photo as I've searched for other ones. I think it's the lipstick's finish- it's too dry and unflattering. The same color might have looked considerable better in a creamier texture.

Photos of Gwen Stefani, Fan Bing Bing and Zoe Saldana at the Cannes Festival Tree Of Life premier and after-party from Getty Images.

Shiseido Desert Rose 02 Medium Oil-Free Bronzer








I think I'm all set for a bronzed summer look in every finish and intensity, from shimmery summer night looks to a delicate "just took a walk in the garden to smell the roses" day. Of course, all this feels a bit weird considering we're in the middle of a week-long rain and thunderstorm weather and I'm fully snuggled in a gray sweater, but wearing a pretty bronzer brightens things up considerably.

Shiseido Oil-Free bronzer in Medium 02/ Desert Rose belongs to natural, just a little sun-kissed school of bronzing. It has no shimmer and doesn't try to make you even a tiny bit orange, just a little flushed and tan. The texture is as fine as it gets, smooth and soft, on the same level with the other top quality bronzers I swatched above. Shiseido Desert Rose (medium 02) is close to Edward Bess Daydream, though Shiseido is rosier while Edward Bess is decidedly more brown, thus on my skin it looks like a real full tan, "just got back from the coast" kind of color.

I also compared to other favorites, Guerlain Terracotta in Brunette, which is more of a shimmery glow (I also have the Blonde version which is among my favorite winter complexion fixers) and Burberry, the most intense bronzer I own. I didn't bother comparing to the limited edition Chanel and Estee Lauder Sea Star because the Lauder is quite shimmery and the Chanel can be applied in different ways by mixing the various shades. All the swatches here are relatively heavy and were done with my fingers for the sake of taking a reasonably decent photo. When actually applying Shiseido Desert Rose 02 to my face I prefer a dense bronzer brush- this color can use a confident hand as it's delicate enough and doesn't need to be carefully diffused.

Bottom Line: bring on the sun.

Shiseido Desert Rose 02 Medium Oil-Free Bronzer ($35) is available from Sephora (online only) and most department stores.

All photos are mine.

Monday, January 24, 2011

Hello Kitty with a cheerful quotes

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Şimdi bu haberimiz tırnaklarını daha sevimli göstermek isteyen hanımlar için ; hello kitty ile neşeli tırnaklar… Now this is more lovable nails news for ladies who want to show, with a cheerful hello kitty nails ...

Saturday, January 1, 2011

2011 What Color Lipstick?

Product can be found in a woman's purse at all times Rouge. And is an indispensable complement of makeup. Selected lipstick According to the color of makeup can change completely in a moment. Next year, lips, nude (beige), pale peach color, bold reds with fuchsia, orange and pink color will also. In winter, just enough lip gloss and lip savers, even if the new trend bolder lips.

2011 What Color Lipstick?

2011 spring / summer make-up trends in the main color in your lips beige (nude) seems to be. For a natural look pale pink or beige color lipstick should you choose, through intensive and effective makyajıyla earn an impressive appearance. Nude makeup trick must have moist lips for a healthy look. To do this, take advantage of the lip balsamlarından.

2011 What Color Lipstick?


Fuchsia, orange and pink lipstick colors are some of the hottest of 2011. This brings out the bold colors and subtlety and elegance perfectly. A fresh look and a soft matte eye shadow and mascara for a look at using the light will be sufficient to use a lipstick makyajıyla fuchsia or orange.

2011 What Color Lipstick?

Suitable for both day and night make-up of the red lipsticks made using a lighter, more dramatic look is for a black eyeliner will be enough.
2011 What Color Lipstick?

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Surprise Sephora 2011: Hello Kitty Collection

Surprise Sephora 2011: Hello Kitty Collection

Hello Kitty Good news for lovers! Hello Kitty Sephora mid-January, with plans to introduce its new collection for sale. HK'nın the spirit of fun, combined with the charming designs created in this wonderful collection. Far and palettes of glosslardan, mirrors, pencil eyelinerlara brush sets, perfumes dryer sheets, even shower bonesine a wide range of variety of products you'll love the Hello Kitty collection :)

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Organic Lip Plumper Recipes

Plump and sexy lips, a woman can have is considered one of the most attractive features. Cosmetics, developed by companies Lip Plumpers sexy and kissable lips all over the world have the chance to know women. Because of the chemicals in them or because of high prices this Plumpers Do not want to take? So here's the all-natural ingredients in your home you can do three different lip plumping recipe:

Organic Lip Plumper Recipes, Cinnamon

6 drops of cinnamon leaf oil, 6 tablespoons olive oil, 1 vitamin E gel capsule, 1 liquid vitamin B6, B3 and 1 liquid. Confused over it all in a clean container. Lip dolgunlaştırıcınız ready. As soon as you are recommended to consume and store in a cool, dry place J

Organic Lip Plumper Recipes, Mint

1 tablespoon petroleum jelly, 2 drops peppermint oil, ½ teaspoon of beeswax, 2 teaspoons red pepper, a pinch of ginger can be added or sensitive skin. All the ingredients are mixed well and kept in a glass bowl.

Organic Lip Plumper Recipes, Shea Butter and Peppermint Oil

Materials needed for this recipe, an equal amount of petroleum jelly, mint oil and shea butter. Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a container ready for use, you get ultra-moisturizing lip dolgunlaştırıcısına.

Christian Dior Makeup Products '11

Christian Dior Makeup Products '11, Grey and Pink.


Christian Dior'S feminine shades of pink in the first half of the grays to match the collection of choice seems to inspire the market. Christian Dior spring 2011 collection for women is a minimalist style make-up promises. Smoky baby and feminine shades of pink and pearl gray eyes subtly combines the collection creates a striking and sophisticated woman, a Christian Dior. This two-color, soft and feminine image captured, lips and nails also completed using. That's Christian Dior Spring 2011 Makeup Collection.

Christian Dior Makeup Products Images.