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Estee Lauder Pure Color Gloss in Simply Pink – Review, Photos & Swatches

Published on May 21, 2012 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: chic review, Estee Lauder, lip gloss.

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Estee Lauder Pure Color Gloss in #35 Simply Pink was one of the products from my Estee Lauder Goody Bag (info & photos) which I received a while ago. I never tried any of Pure Color Glosses before and I was super excited to test and wear this shade right away.

My Pure Color Gloss in Simply Pink came in a small sample size tube (4.6 ml / 1.6 fl oz) while the normal size tubes contain 6 ml / 0.20 fl oz of product and retail for $22.50 – £16.00. This color is available at Estee Lauder counters in Europe (@esteelauder.co.uk) but I haven’t seen this shade available online in U.S. Continue reading ‘Estee Lauder Pure Color Gloss in Simply Pink – Review, Photos & Swatches’

Organique Eternal Gold Golden Anti-Aging Day Cream – Review & Photos

Published on May 21, 2012 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: anti aging cream, chic review, face cream, Organique.

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About two months ago I posted a preview about Organique Eternal Gold Golden Anti-Aging Day Cream (info & photos) which I received from Fendissima Studio & Spa and I’ve been using this cream every since. Because it’s an anti aging cream I had to test it for about two months to see its promised effects.

Organique Eternal Gold Golden Anti-Aging Day Cream (50 ml /1.69 oz – 140.00 Lei) is a light, hydrating cream based on natural ingredients, plant extracts and complex fruit extracts.

Shows a broad anti-aging properties, firms and smooths skin . Reduces visibility of wrinkle and shapes face oval. Moisturizes even the most demanding skin, ensuring its long-lasting comfort and protection for external factors. It contains natural ECO-certified sunscreen. Gently lightens discoloration and subtly illuminates the skin, giving it a healthy, radiant appearance. Perfect as a base under make up.

Availability

International – @oranique.pl and worldwide distributors

Romania – online @Fendissima Studio & Spa , @Fendissima Beauty Salon in Brasov or you can order by phone Continue reading ‘Organique Eternal Gold Golden Anti-Aging Day Cream – Review & Photos’

Chantecaille Summer 2012 Makeup Collection – Info, Photos & Prices

Published on May 21, 2012 in Beauty. 1 Comment Tags: 2012 Summer Collection, Chantecaille, makeup collection.

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Chantecaille has already launched their new Summer 2012 Makeup Collection which contains quite a lot of products for face and lips but unfortunately I don’t see anything new in the eyeshadow area, no new palettes.

Availability

International Launch Date – May / June 2012

Now @chantecaille.com, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcurs while the Radiance Gel Bronzer will be available June 2012 but can be pre-ordered now online.

Follow me after the jump to meet the entire collection and check out more photos. Continue reading ‘Chantecaille Summer 2012 Makeup Collection – Info, Photos & Prices’

Chanel Bombay Express Makeup Collection for Summer 2012 – Info & Photos

Published on May 21, 2012 in Beauty. 2 Comments Tags: 2012 Summer Collection, Chanel, makeup collection.

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Chanel sets this summer destination for its new limited edition makeup collection to golden Bombay. Expected to be launched next month Chanel Bombay Express Summer 2012 Collection features golden and black charcoal shades for face and eyes and nude colors for lips.

The star of this collection is the exclusive creation Compact Powder in Route des Indes de Chanel with a beautiful design with Indian influences.The makeup look for this summer suggested by Chanel is black eyes, golden cheeks and nude makeup, a simple but glamorous makeup.

Availability

International Launch Date – June 2012

Meet the entire collection right after the jump. Continue reading ‘Chanel Bombay Express Makeup Collection for Summer 2012 – Info & Photos’

Shiseido Lacquer Rouge RS404 for Fall 2012 – Review, Photos & Lip Swatches

Published on May 20, 2012 in Beauty. 4 Comments Tags: 2012 Fall Collection, chic review, lip gloss, Shiseido.

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First time when I told you about the new Shiseido Lacquer Rouge that is going to be launched this Fall it was in the post were I showed you My makeup products from Shiseido (photos & swatches). I received Shiseido Lacquer Rouge in shade RS404 together with some other makeup products from Shiseido Romania to test and review them.

I don’t know the International Launch Date for this product or the retails price but in Romania it will be available at Shiseido counters in Sephora, Douglas and B&B stored in August – September 2012. I will return with more info and promo photos once they will become available.

The packaging is simple and elegant, a black shiny tube with Shiseido watermark on one side. Nothing fancy because here not the packaging is the star but the new lip gloss formula. It comes with a doe-foot applicator.

Shiseido Lacquer Rouge in RS404 (6ml / .2 fl oz) is a rich pink raspberry with blue undertones, very pigmented and with a rich creamy texture. Honestly for me this feels like a combination between a lipstick which can deliver an opaque color and has a creamy texture and a lip gloss with super shiny finish and lightweight texture. It gives a deep lustre and intense color hydrating even the rough lips. The lips are plumped and the texture even though is similar with a melted lipstick is lightweight. It doesn’t sink into lips, it’s not sticky and it’s very easy to wear. Continue reading ‘Shiseido Lacquer Rouge RS404 for Fall 2012 – Review, Photos & Lip Swatches’

Orly Glowstick Nail Polish for Summer 2012 – Review, Photos & Nail Swatches

Published on May 20, 2012 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: chic review, nail polish, nail polish review, Orly.

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I will end the review series of Orly Feel the Vibe Mani Minis Summer 2012 Collection (info & nail swatches) with Orly Glowstick nail polish which I received from Orly Romania last week for review purposes. The Mani Minis collection contains only 4 neon shades in mini bottles of 5.3 ml / .18 fl oz for the price of 20.00 Lei unlike the 6 neon shades in full size bottles of 18 ml / 0.6 fl oz retailing for $7.50 / 45.00 Lei from Orly Feel the Vibe Summer 2012 Collection (info, promo photos & nail swatches).

Orly Glowstick Nail Polish is a bright yellow neon with green undertones, something very similar with an yellow marker. The color is very sheer and transparent after the second coat so the second coat of color is definitely a must. After the second coat the color is still pretty transparent and sheer, only a little bit more vibrant. Being a neon shade it will look more opaque in the evening, or whenever the light is not that bright. Continue reading ‘Orly Glowstick Nail Polish for Summer 2012 – Review, Photos & Nail Swatches’

Orly Skinny Dip Nail Polish for Summer 2012 – Review, Photos & Nail Swatches

Published on May 20, 2012 in Beauty. 2 Comments Tags: chic review, nail polish, nail polish review, Orly.

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Orly Skinny Dip Nail Polish is part of Orly Feel the Vibe Summer 2012 Collection (info, promo photos & swatches) which has been released last month. I received from Orly Romania their Orly Fell the Vibe Mani Minis Summer 2012 Collection (info & swatches) which contains only 4 of the colors from the original Feel the Vibe Collection. Each mani minis bottle contains 5.3 ml / .18 fl oz for 20.00 Lei compared to the full size bottles which have 18 ml / 0.6 fl oz and retail for $7.50 / 45.00 Lei.

Orly Skinny Dip nail polish is described as an electric light blue. It surely seems like an electric light blue water shade with fine iridescent silver and turquoise particles. The texture is very light, almost watery and it dries almost instantly once applied. The color looks quite transparent in one coat and the color is not spread evenly on the nail leaving some sheerer spots from place to place. A second coat is definitely needed to even the color and lines left behind after the first coat but the color is still a bit transparent and is not evenly spread on the nail. Continue reading ‘Orly Skinny Dip Nail Polish for Summer 2012 – Review, Photos & Nail Swatches’

MAC Opens a Second Location at Selfridges London

Published on May 20, 2012 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: MAC Cosmetics.

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MAC Cosmetics is dipping its toe into ready-to-wear territory in London’s Selfridges next week. On Monday, the Estée Lauder-owned brand will unveil a permanent, 710-square-foot space alongside the store’s contemporary fashion collections.

So starting tomorrow 21 May London MAC lovers can visit the new location which is an addition to the main counter in the Beauty Hall on the ground floor, and it will be found on the 3rd floor of the store. Continue reading ‘MAC Opens a Second Location at Selfridges London’

Clinique Superbalanced Powder Bronzer – Available Now – Info & Photos

Published on May 19, 2012 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: 2012 Summer Collection, bronzer, Clinique.

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At the beginning of May I presented you the new Clinique Superbalanced Powder Bronzer & Makeup Bag (info & photos) and also a mini tutorial of Sunkissed Makeup look.

The best part of a suntan is looking well rested and refreshed with a golden bronze, healthy glow. Instead of exposing ourselves to the sun’s harmful UV rays that can cause damage and dry out the skin, women have turned to bronzers to get a faux glow. For a sunless sunkissed look, Clinique introduces Superbalanced Powder Bronzer – a smart bronzing powder designed to provide a truly healthy glow.

Availability

Now @clinique.com and international Clinique counters

International Launch Date – May – June 2012 (depends from country to country)

Meet me after the cut for more information. Continue reading ‘Clinique Superbalanced Powder Bronzer – Available Now – Info & Photos’

Clinique New Stay Matte Oil Free Makeup Foundation for Oily Skin – Info & Photos

Published on May 19, 2012 in Beauty. 4 Comments Tags: 2012 Summer Collection, Clinique, foundation, makeup collection.

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Summer is just around the corner so Clinique has thought about anyone who has an oily-skin and developed the New Stay Matte Oil Free Makeup a foundation specially created for women with oily skin types.

Anyone who suffers from oily skin understands the challenges of finding a foundation that offers the right amount of coverage without feeling
too heavy, or causing skin to look shiny and greasy. Some women turn to powders because they’re concerned that liquid formulas will clog pores and cause skin to look dirty. However, on oily skin powders may not provide the full coverage needed or even set into lines and wrinkles.Thankfully, Clinique has created a revolutionary makeup that provides a beautiful, flawless finish that helps skin stay matte all day long. Introducing Stay-Matte Oil-Free Makeup – a liquid foundation specifically formulated for oily skin to control shine throughout the day.

For all liquid foundation-phobes, Stay-Matte Oil-Free Makeup is a lightweight formula with patented technology to control oil and shine and resist sweat so makeup can look flawless and feel comfortable on the skin all day. Stay-Matte Oil-Free Makeup provides sheer to moderate, yet buildable coverage that can be worn alone or in combination with Clinique’s Stay Matte Sheer-Pressed Powder to help set the foundation.

Availability

U.S. Launch Date – now @clinique.com and natiowide Clinique counters

International Launch Date – May 2012

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