This is SO awesome: A robot applies eyeliner in this new video for Nars cosmetics’ new Larger than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner. The film shows two mechanical arms applying the shade Via Veneto to model Emily Baker. The robot even adjusts Emily’s head by grabbing it in its large metal hand. Take a look:
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A report from the NPD Group indicates that sales in the prestige lip segment climbed 7% in the first four months of 2011. The prestige lip segment includes lip color, lip liner, lip gloss, and lip applicators. Lip color was the bestselling item in the segement, according to the NPD’s BeautyTrends report, with sales up 11% in the first four months of 2011.
Here is a list of the five bestselling lip color products from January to April 2011 according to data from The NPD Group / BeautyTrends.
- MAC Lipstick
- Lancome L’Absolu Rouge
- Clinique Long Last Soft Shine Lipstick
- Lauder Pure Color Lipstick New
- Chanel Rouge Coco Shine
Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles was spotted on the CMT Awards red carpet tonight carrying the FiaFan clutch in black — isn’t it the perfect sexy complement to her rocking outfit?
Available for $334 at fiastyle.com, the Fan also comes in mustard, red and charcoal.
The latest career move for Barbie is in the field of architecture!
Architect Barbie wears a dress with a cityscape print, has a mega cool hard hat on her side and she’s carrying her building designs in a pink tube on her back.
I love her!
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) says that 17% of AIA members were women as of November, 2010. Kelly Hayes McAlonie, AIA, LEED AP, an Associate Director of the Capital Planning Group at the University at Buffalo and 2011 President-Elect for AIA New York State, says, “This is a wonderful opportunity for little girls to see how they can influence their environment and dream about becoming an architect and shaping their community. Pop culture influences our career decisions and Barbie, for little girls, is an important influence. The fact that this is occurring on the 125th anniversary of women in architecture makes this event even more special.”
Photo: Mattel
Ashley Tisdale posted this photograph on Twitter and said, “This is what I look like eating lunch (Karan my makeup artist is putting my eye lashes on).”
I appreciate the effort to save time, but this looks like it makes both tasks more complicated. At least Ashley appears to be eating a nice healthy lunch. I hope an eye lash doesn’t drop into it.
Photo: Ashley Tisdale, via yfrog
As you know, many of us in the beauty realm have an apartment full of products.
It’s not that it’s not all awesome stuff – it’s just there’s no time to use it all, and what may eventually go to waste on our end can be really appreciated by someone else.
But this week is Thanksgiving, and I’ve long considered the idea that taking what feels like excess lotions and shadows to me to a local domestic violence shelter could make a world of difference to someone. Having soft hands or being able to wear pretty lipstick when everything else is in shambles around you can really help you to maintain your humanity in the worst of situations. And we all hope that by giving a little of what we are so lucky to have, we can make someone’s Thanksgiving today just a little bit better.
So, Shannon from A Girl’s Gotta Spa (linked below) came up with the idea for all of us to join together, fill up giants bags and boxes of our stuff, and bring it to a local shelter today at the same time, in our various corners of the world. Perhaps in some little way we can make a difference!
Here is the list of everyone participating–everyone is posting about it this morning, in honor of Thanksgiving, so it’s a great time to go visit each of our blogs and get to know everyone a little better!
Afrobella
A Girl’s Gotta Spa!
AlyWalansky.com
Beautiful Makeup Search
Beauty Blogging Junkie
Beauty Junkies Unite
BeautyStat
Mischo Beauty
Product Girl
Retrodiva’s Beauty
TheMakeupGirl
The Product Pasha
ThisThatBeauty
Greetings from the trenches of NYFW!
As some of you know, I wear several hats — by day, I do the beauty/fashion editor thing, but I also am very involved in the world of lifestyles and music writing!
Alas, I will not be headed out to LA to attend the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards — I could not with NYFW going on at the same time! – but I will be holding a viewing party, sponsored by Proactiv that night, to remain in the spirit of things.
Proactiv’s two celeb spokespeople, Justin Bieber and Katy Perry are both up for awards. Justin Bieber is up for “Best New Artist” for “Baby” and Katy Perry is up for “Best Pop Video” and “Best Female Video” for “California Gurls” — this makes it an extra great opportunity to be partnering with the brand for this show!
The awards are Sunday, September 12th at 9/8 CST and during the show I’ll (along with some friends!) be tweeting about Justin, Katy, celeb skin, the show, the dresses, the random snacks at my party, cocktails, basically anything on my mind (except not cupcakes this time, I promise! Though that rocked too!) Some deets to keep in mind for those following along on Twitter:
My twitter: @alywalansky
Proactiv Twitter: @Proactiv
Our hashtag for the evening will be: #ProactivVMAs
Katy Twitter: @KatyPerry
Justin Twitter: @JustinBieber
I hope some of you “virtually” join us!
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Jun
10
A Look at Global Beauty
Ever wonder how the women in Greece obtain that goddess-like complexion? Or how a Moroccan woman’s hair remains effortlessly silky and shiny without looking greasy?
Although genetics help, these women have secrets and they are all natural! EndlessBeauty.com, a health and beauty online information resource whose slogan is “a healthier approach to beauty,” scoured the globe to share these time-tested global beauty secrets:
* Greek yogurt might be delicious and help maintain a healthy digestive system, but that’s not all. It has been used as a cosmetic remedy for hundreds of years. The lactic acid and enzymes found in yogurt help to hydrate and soothe irritated skin. To get your own goddess complexion, mix plain Greek yogurt with finely ground almonds or with honey and lemon juice, and apply to skin and rinse with rose water. This leaves skin hydrated, smooth and moisturized.
* Indian women keep their face acne-free with the use of the centuries old plant, Sandalwood. Simply mix together 1 tablespoon of sandalwood powder, 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder and 1 tablespoon of water. Stir until a paste is formed. Apply paste to pimples or acne scars and leave overnight. Another use for sandalwood is a face mask: combine about ¼ cup of rosewater and 2 tablespoons of sandalwood powder. Mix ingredients together well, creating a paste, and apply to the face like a mask. Leave on for about 15-20 minutes or until it dries. Rinse with lukewarm water. This is a great anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory for the skin.
* In the Dominican Republic women pride themselves on hair care, and they prefer using all-natural products to keep their tresses looking healthy. Dominican women use products found readily available in their diet to keep their hair looking great, including eggs, vinegar, milk and avocados. Keep hair silky and shiny by mashing two avocados in a bowl. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and then apply to hair and cover with a shower cap. Leave on for about 30 minutes and rinse. For best results sit under a hooded hair dryer.
* Moroccan women have been using Moroccan oil, also known as Argan Oil, to treat their hair for hundreds of years. The oil is first applied to dry hair. The hair is soaked with the Moroccan oil and left on overnight. Some women even heat up the oil and add lavender to it for a rich fragrance. In the morning, women wash and rinse as usual. Moroccan oil leaves hair extremely soft and silky.
* For thick eyelashes and strong eyebrows try this Algerian beauty secret: castor oil. Found in any drugstore or beauty supply store; apply with a Q-tip over eyebrows and at the lash base. Repeat every night before bed and see results within a couple of weeks.
09
Jun
10
Purple Lab Lookbook Contest
Remember when makeup used to be playful and fun?
Obviously, I do – that’s why I made it my JOB.
So does Purple Lab.
They recently launched a Look Book on their Web site, starring fashion and beauty bloggers and friends, meant to inspire women to experiment with beauty tips and tricks, while creating an effortless online shopping experience.
To celebrate the Look Book launch, Purple Lab is launching a contest, inviting consumers to recreate and upload looks inspired by the Look Book, on Purple Lab’s Facebook fan page for a chance to win Purple Lab beauty products. The contest will run through July 3, 2010.
You must enter today! You so won’t be sorry.
Happy Memorial Day weekend!
This weekend marks the un-official start of summer, and that means — for many of us — preparing for summer.
One important aspect is updating our makeup, and to celebrate the season of sunshine Beauty360.com is offering 25% off all your makeup purchases!
To enjoy, enter coupon code VIP25 at checkout. This sale will only last until Sunday, May 30th so don’t wait to shop1
