September 27, 2012

Fall 2012: M·A·C Face and Body.

September 27, 2012/

One of my very first M·A·C foundations was Face and Body Foundation. I love the light and liquid texture. I could never wear it one it's own, because I need more coverage than that. But, I would use that and then Studio Fix Powder over it and my face was perfect. Anyway, it is a wonderful water based formula that is one of the best I have ever used. M·A·C actually has an entire line up of shades just for beautifying, contouring and perfecting the face; it is the new and updated Face and Body.

The collection includes the Face and Body Foundation shades, four new Pro Sculpting Creams and how exciting is this, Pressed Pigments!

Three formulas: Face and Body Foundation’s water-based, anti-oxidant-rich liquid goes on smoothly for up to 8 hours of natural-looking wear. Pro Sculpting Cream, in two original and four new limited-edition shades, creates dimension and definition using natural tones. Lightweight, soothing and vitamin-rich. New Pressed Pigment in six, limited-edition, pearlescent shades are creamy and highly concentrated. Apply dry for a subtle and sophisticated translucent finish or wet for high-shine, dramatic dimension.

M·A·C Face and Body

Face and Body Foundtion - $27.00
C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, N1, N2, N3, N5, N7, N9

Brushes

215 - Medium Shader - $25.00
163 Flat Contour - $35.00

Pressed Pigment - $21.00

Light Touch - High pearl powder in W10
Warming Heart - High pearl powder in NW20
Day Gleam - High pearl powder in NC30
Spot Lit - High pearl powder in NW35
Beaming - High pearl powder in NC50
Deeply Dashing - High pearl powder in NW55

Pro Sculpting Cream - $20.00

Accentuate - Peachy beige
Naturally Defined - Warm beige
Pure Sculpture - Neutral pink beige
Copper Beech - Warm golden brown
Coffee Walnut - Deep dirty, cool brown
Richly Honed - Warm deep brown

The Pressed Pigments are beautiful for highlighting the skin. I use Day Gleam, which is NC 30; my perfect foundation shade color.

MAC Pressed Pigment Day Gleam

I like to apply this with my index finger and do some quick and swift blending. I apply it right beneath my brow bone and then on the very tops of my cheekbones, like I would any highlighter. It starts off very sparkly, but looks beautiful and actually more subtle than one would think after my face is totally blended.

The shade Spot Lit is also beautiful, in a warmer, more pink tone.

MAC Pressed Pigment Spot Lit MAC Pressed Pigment Spot Lit

All of the new Face and Body products are available right now at all M·A·C locations and online at maccosmetics.com

September 25, 2012

The Eye Makeup Essential: Q-Tips® Precision Tips®.

September 25, 2012/

There are plenty of things I use day in and day out when applying my makeup. One such item that is actually pretty new to my routine is super handy, and I know you will agree once you try it yourself. I am talking about the new Q-Tips® Precision Tips® Cotton Swabs.

Q-Tips Precision Tips Cotton Swabs

We all know handy a cotton swab is, but these new cotton swabs with the new Precision Tips® are even more handy. The tapered tip helps get closer to the eye to really become an essential tool.

Q-Tips Precision Tips Cotton Swabs

Here are a few ways I am using my new Q-Tips® Precision Tips® on my eyes.

Eye Liner Blending
I like to soften up and smoke out my liner, especially underneath my eye. After using an eye liner pencil, I use the tip to soften and blend the liner. If I really want to soften the look, I dip the tip into a light shadow of eye shadow to soften and smudge at the same time.

Eye Shadow Crease Brush
Yes, I the Precision Tips® like a crease brush to create a dark crease shade on my lid. The tips make it simple and easy to add a dark shade right into the eye crease, and is often easier to handle than a long brush.

Remove Eye Makeup
Of course, I am not only using the Q-Tips® Precision Tips® in helping apply my makeup, these beauties are essential when removing eye makeup too. No matter how careful I am to remove all of my eye makeup, there always seems to be a small amount of liner left over underneath my eye. I usually still have enough of my eye makeup remover cleanser still on the eye, so a simple swipe of the tip removes every last trace for me.

Look for the new Q-Tips® Precision Tips® Cotton Swabs at your grocery, drug, or mass retail store now. A box sells for $3.50 or less.

September 21, 2012

Fall 2012: M·A·C Office Hours.

September 21, 2012/

The latest in fall launches from M·A·C is Office Hours. It is a beautiful collection full of new Pro Longwear shades for the eyes, cheeks and lips. These beauties will last as long as a day at the office.

She’s a glamorous go-getter with a real head for business and beauty who loves M·A·C Pro Longwear — advanced products that set the standard for enduring colour. With a base of SPF 10 Foundation and Concealer, Pro Longwear Blush lasts for eight hours with a weightless, bright natural finish. Creamy-smooth Pro Longwear Eye Shadow in new soft and dramatic colours brings superior depth and dimension, and Pro Longwear Lipglass shines from Persistent Peach to Everlasting Nude.

Before I show you the products, I have to post the images from the collection. They are too cute. The desk drawer is like a dream, isn't it?

M·A·C Office Hours