Satellite 3 … I just found out about this today, it’s makeup that is in space-inspired containers.
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The latest brand to light up our universe is Satellite3 - an enviromentally friendly cosmetics line inspired by astronomy and the exploration of space.
Created by world renowned make up artist, Glauca Rossi, Satellite3 comes in dynamic recyclable containers in the shape of space crafts.
You need only to buy the sleek rocket and saucer containers once and then refill with the FUEL colours of your choice. Top up the rocket with your favourite creamy lipstick from the line and fill the saucer with a mix of two shades of soft velevty powder suited to your complexion.”
The site offers several different inspiration looks, one of the funnier being the ”man” look
I am not sure that I am so keen on the space ship design of the containers, but if it’s “green” then it is okay with me!
Hello Kitty Collection
6 Lipsticks (LE) - $14.00USD6 Lipglass (LE) $14.00USD
- Fashion Mews
- Strayin’
2 Tinted Lip Conditioners (LE) $14.50USD
2 Eye Shadow Palettes X 4 (LE) - $38.00USD2 Pigments - $19.50USD
- Lucky Tom Palette
- Too Dolly Palette
2 Reflects Glitter - $17.50USD
- Possibly LE
4 Glitter Liners - $16.50USD
- Possibly LE
Blush (LE) - $18.00USD
2 Beauty Powders (LE) - $22.00USD
3 Nail Lacquers - $11.00USDFalse Lashes - $12.00USD
- Possibly LE
Mascara - $12.00USD
- Possibly LE
Soft Traincase (LE) - $55.00USD (Available at maccosmetics.com only)
- Black
HK Tote (LE) - $45.00USD (Available at maccosmetics.com only)
HK Makeup Bags (LE) (Available at all counters, MAC stores and maccosmetics.com)3 Brushes: (LE) $49.50USD (Available at MAC stores, Nordstrom doors and maccosmetics.com only)
- Petite Makeup Bag - $22.00USD
- Medium Makeup Bag - $35.00USD
Purse Mirror (LE) - $22.00USD (Available at MAC stores, Nordstrom doors and maccosmetics.com only)
- 187
HK Plush Doll (LE) - $42.00USD (Available at MAC stores, Nordstrom doors and maccosmetics.com only)
Beaded Bracelet (LE) - $34.00USD (Available at MAC retail stores and at maccosmetics.com only)
Mirrored Key Clip (LE) - $16.00USD (Available at MAC retail stores and at maccosmetics.com only)
Hello Kitty Kouture Collection
(Available at MAC stores and maccosmetics.com only)
2 Dazzleglass (LE) $28.00 USD
- Each feature a reusable silver chain pendant with Hello Kitty outlined in white Swarovski crystals on black with a pink crystal bow.
Sheer Mystery Powder (LE) - $90.00USD-Specktra.net
- These will be available in three shades and are packaged in a silver powder compact with Hello Kitty outlined in white Swarovski crystals with a pink crystal bow on a black background. These come with a refill powder.
Makeup In Vogue - The Magazine
I was paroozing the isles of Borders most incomplete section, “Women’s Interests”, when I stumbled upon the words “MAKEUP” that jumped out of a magazine one shelf lower “International Women’s Interests”. It was part of Vogue magazine, like a sister to it, yet completely in I’m guessing what was Italian.. so I couldn’t read anything of it. Yet, my Blackberry managed to capture a few photos from the magazine.
“Makeup In Vogue” … if anyone has heard of this, owns it, or can translate it for me, I’d be really happy :)
“Product Description
This is the book that Bobbi Brown’s fans have been waiting for: her 25-plus years of makeup styling experience distilled into one complete, gorgeous book. Bobbi looks at everything from skincare basics to every aspect of facial makeup—from how to find the right color and type of foundation for any skin tone to how to apply every detail of eye makeup (Brows, Eye Liner, Eye Shadow, and Eye Lashes) no matter your eye color and shape. Of course there are never-before-seen tips on blush, bronzer, lip liners, lipstick, etc. And Bobbi looks beyond the face with informative chapters on “Hands and Feet” and “Body Skin Care.” Each chapter has thorough step-by-step basic directions for makeup application and easy-to-follow photographs and line drawings, along with Bobbi’s expert, yet assuring, advice. Plus, there’s a groundbreaking section of the book that will be of special interest to women who’ve wanted to know how makeup stylists do what they do: the top beauty secrets only these artists know, essential equipment to keep on hand, how to break into the business, and how to work with photographers and celebrities.
Breathtaking photos of the finished faces-from everyday looks to exotic runway style-along with advice on putting it all together for every woman, make this a book like no other.
BOBBI BROWN’S MAKEUP MANUAL will be the only book any woman will need to look absolutely fabulous.
About the Author
Bobbi Brown is an internationally renowned makeup artist and CEO of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics. Her products are sold in more than 400 stores and 20 countries worldwide. Bobbi is also the exclusive beauty editor of NBC’s TODAY show and a frequent guest on E! and the Style channels.”- Amazon.com
I was in Borders searching for Sarah Vowell’s The Wordy Shipmates, and came across the much noted Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual. I thought it would be more geared to people that have never experienced with makeup before and BOY was I suprised!
While the book is amazing for people who are just starting out in makeup, it also has a very detailed section about going professional and the do’s and don’ts.
I recommend this book to anyone who is excited about makeup, because it really is a gem!
Amazon lists it at $21.12 and Borders has it for $32.00 (although with Borders’s many rewards card benefits I got a percentage off of the book, making it around $25.00)
This book focuses on not just makeup, but also diet, skin, and choosing the right moisturizer.
![HELLO KITTY FOR M.A.C COSMETICS TO ARRIVE FEB 10 (in N.America) !
“The Hello Kitty offerings fall into two collections: the Hello Kitty Colour Collection and the more high-end Hello Kitty Kouture. The bulk of the items are in the former category: six shades of lipstick with names like Fashion Mews and Strayin’, each $14; six Lipglass shades, each $14; and two tinted lip conditioners, $14.50 each; two eye shadow palettes, which each contain four shades and retail for $38; two shades of pigment are $19.50 each, and two Reflects Glitter stockkeeping units — one blue, one pink — are $17.50 each. Four Glitter Eye Liners, each $16.50, two shades of Beauty Powder, each $22; three shades of nail polish, each $11; a black mascara, $12, and false lashes, $12, round out the color offerings. Shades range from pinks and turquoises to lavenders and greens.Hello Kitty Kouture is intended to be the high end of the collection. Two shades of Dazzleglass, each $28, each feature a reusable silver chain pendant with Hello Kitty outlined in white Swarovski crystals [STFU!!] on black with a pink crystal bow. Sheer Mystery Powder, $90 and available in three shades, is packaged in a silver powder compact with Hello Kitty outlined in white Swarovski crystals with a pink crystal bow on a black background.”
- WWD.com
For all of the Hello Kitty fans out there, this double collection of Hello Kitty madness will be to DIE for (and I think it’s going to go SUPER FAST!). I am really excited that it is being put out in 2 collections, because the more hello kitty, the better!](http://3.media.tumblr.com/XSk3TfMMkgkwkedt1DKkJORbo1_500.jpg)
HELLO KITTY FOR M.A.C COSMETICS TO ARRIVE FEB 10 (in N.America) !
“The Hello Kitty offerings fall into two collections: the Hello Kitty Colour Collection and the more high-end Hello Kitty Kouture. The bulk of the items are in the former category: six shades of lipstick with names like Fashion Mews and Strayin’, each $14; six Lipglass shades, each $14; and two tinted lip conditioners, $14.50 each; two eye shadow palettes, which each contain four shades and retail for $38; two shades of pigment are $19.50 each, and two Reflects Glitter stockkeeping units — one blue, one pink — are $17.50 each. Four Glitter Eye Liners, each $16.50, two shades of Beauty Powder, each $22; three shades of nail polish, each $11; a black mascara, $12, and false lashes, $12, round out the color offerings. Shades range from pinks and turquoises to lavenders and greens.
Hello Kitty Kouture is intended to be the high end of the collection. Two shades of Dazzleglass, each $28, each feature a reusable silver chain pendant with Hello Kitty outlined in white Swarovski crystals [STFU!!] on black with a pink crystal bow. Sheer Mystery Powder, $90 and available in three shades, is packaged in a silver powder compact with Hello Kitty outlined in white Swarovski crystals with a pink crystal bow on a black background.”- WWD.com
For all of the Hello Kitty fans out there, this double collection of Hello Kitty madness will be to DIE for (and I think it’s going to go SUPER FAST!). I am really excited that it is being put out in 2 collections, because the more hello kitty, the better!
The Conair Essex Round Lighted Mirror - from Target (& Amazon)
I was excited to buy this mirror because I heard really great reviews on Conair’s other lighted mirrors. Little to my knowledge did I know what i was really buying for $19.99 .
A total piece of plastic non-illuminating crapola!
Not only is this mirror small (about the size of my hand), which i knew when i looked at the box that it would be small, but it is entirely made of plastic that is painted “chrome” (it is “chrome” on the box), the “lighted” part is nonsense because I had to really strain to see anything in that mirror. Also, I discovered that 5X magnification really isn’t that much.
Please do not buy this mirror unless you’re looking for a kid’s toy.
Here’s is a preview of Episode 2 of BLUSH, which aired tonight and I actually missed it :C
But! Here is the link to the FULL FIRST EPISODE of Blush
The website claims to have the 2nd episode as well but it is not working, so I’ll remain hopeful!
3 Essential Makeup Books
So whether or not you’re just starting out in makeup or you’re well-versed in the makeup world, you still need a good read. The things that are in these books are essentials to the understanding of how makeup changes the face, from a basic look to runway couture.
Chances are, if you’re reading this blog you’ve heard of Francois Nars and Kevyn Aucoin. Kevyn Aucoin passed away in 2002 from liver failure due to a painkiller addiction. He lived his life through his passion for sculpting faces and making women (and men) feel beautiful.
Making Faces and Face Forward by Kevyn Aucoin
Making Faces is a great book for anyone who wants to learn the basics of contouring, highlighting, and makeup. This book is very inspiring and has been credited as the backbone for many makeup artists knowledge on face shapes and contouring. This book is definitely an essential.
Face Forward is another great book by Kevyn Aucoin that celebrates the beauty of being able to transform a face into something totally different.
An example from the Face Forward book. As you can see, Alex Peruzzi on the left, has been transformed into a Linda Evangelista look alike! At first glance, it is nearly impossible to tell that the image on the right is of a man. Learning the skill of transforming a man’s face into that of a woman is an incredible skill to obtain as a makeup artist.
Can you guess who this is?
(It’s Martha Stewart!)
The next essential book that I think is a must is the book by Francois Nars, Makeup Your Mind. When I first heard about this book I assumed that it would be just another makeup book and I would not need to check it out. When paroozing the beauty section of my local Borders, I realized otherwise…
The book is very thick and spiral bound (yay!), it also comes in a protective case that is very aesthetically pleasing. The concept of the book is to showcase the NARS looks and explain how they are done. The interesting thing about the book, though, is that when open the image on the left shows the model with no makeup while the image on the right shows the model with the full look. There is a plastic overlay that lays over the made up model’s face showing EXACTLY where each product is used and exactly what product is used.
Some looks from Makeup Your Mind
The book showcases many looks, from wild runway to fresh and dewy. I cannot wait to pick up this book, as I have noticed the price has dropped dramatically on Amazon.com
These are from NARS’s Makeup Your Mind. Below are the links to the enlarged versions of each ♥
1. 110-MayAndersen.jpg, 2. 108-KarenElson.jpg, 3. 104-LingTan.jpg, 4. 102-YfkeSturm.jpg, 5. 098-AmyLemmons.jpg, 6. 094-ValerieCelis.jpg, 7. 082-AmyWesson.jpg, 8. 080-AnaClaudiaMichels.jpg, 9. 076-MaggieRizer.jpg, 10. 074-ChristinaKruse.jpg, 11. 072-JeisaChiminazzo.jpg, 12. 070-ElsaBenitez.jpg, 13. 066-AdrianaLima.jpg, 14. 064-FernandaTavares.jpg, 15. 062-NaomiCampbell.jpg, 16. 060-VivienSolaris.jpg, 17. 058-CordulaReyer.jpg, 18. 056-RoosVanBosstraeten.jpg, 19. 054-HeatherKnese.jpg, 20. 052-KatyBraitman.jpg, 21. 050-MariannaWeikert.jpg, 22. 048-Kari-AnneLiverud.jpg, 23. 046-EvaHerzigova.jpg, 24. 044-AurelieClaudel.jpg, 25. 042-SierraHuisman.jpg, 26. 038-DevonAoki.jpg, 27. 036-NataliaSemanova.jpg, 28. 034-MissyRayder.jpg, 29. 032-TarenCunningham.jpg, 30. 030-AudreyTchekova.jpg, 31. 026-TalythaPugliesi.jpg, 32. 022-ErinOConnor.jpg, 33. 020-RachelRoberts.jpg
