Archive for the ‘Beauty and the Beast: Fierce, Beautiful Makeup’ Category
Whether you believe the life of a human being is more valuable than the life of an animal or not, the debate over animal testing and cruelty free cosmetics has swung in favour of protecting our four-footed friends, at least as far as testing beauty and make up products are concerned. Because testing often required subjecting animals to pain, suffering and even death, advocates have spoken out—loudly and often—throughout history in defence of the defenceless. It’s been a year since we have Read more [...]
At the start of a new season, it can be hard to know which beauty products to wear and which to avoid. Whilst I always say, “wear what you feel comfortable in and know what suits your own body,” there are also a few simple guidelines you can follow to help you stay on trend when it comes to the latest and greatest beauty products on the market. A good lipstick is one of our everyday beauty essentials and can transform a look. With that in mind, here are 10 of the best lipstick shades that Read more [...]
A different season brings with it another excuse to keep your makeup and beauty regime updated. This month, I’ll be looking at spring makeup colour trends and pointing out some stunning products that would be great to keep on hand for instantly brightening your spring beauty look. Pastels will work really well for spring this year as pastels are a set Spring / Summer 2013 trend on the fashion catwalks. Light, delicate and floaty colours with just a hint of shimmer really compliment any outfit Read more [...]
Yves Saint Laurent A/W 2012 Photo: Gianni Pucci/GoRunway.com For the ultimate autumn palette, take cues from the moody hues and frocks seen on the runways for a beauty look that’s strong and daring. While there’s nothing overtly crazy about this season’s makeup trends, the vampy style is anything but ordinary. Chances are you already own the tools you need to create designer’s favourite looks for the season and the trick will be to go dark. As the finishing touch to the baroque and Read more [...]
Christmas is very nearly upon us and everyone is finally beginning to get that festive feeling. If you are heading out to a Christmas party in the next few days then we have some great beauty products that would work really well to ensure that you have the perfect amount of Christmas spirit and style this season. If there was ever a time when it is considered OK to go a little overboard with the glitter products then Christmas is definitely it. Forget pinching a scrap of tinsel from the tree Read more [...]
Autumn is on its way and the season of change brings with it a crisp and colder chill to the air. With this in mind, what better excuse to begin wearing our darker, more autumnal nail polishes to add a touch of gothic glam to your outfits this season? The ever reliable O.P.I have a great selection of nail polishes suitable for autumn wear this year. From dark, vampy colours to cute as a button hue’s that will compliment any look, they have it all completely covered. Below you can find three Read more [...]
Introduction There’s something about warm weather that makes everything more romantic. With the flowers in bloom all around, we’ve found ourselves falling more and more in love with the floral goddess look. This look is so versatile — it can be worn in a boho chic fashion with flowing dresses and sandals, totally upscale with evening wear, or even with a simple pair of jeans and a camisole. We’ve put together some beauty tips and tricks to help you achieve the floral goddess look on your Read more [...]
Flip back through the pages of time and you’ll find women (and men) using cosmetics to enhance their looks. Whether they wanted to appear more beautiful, seductive or powerful, people instinctively knew that defined features and bold colors made a statement that was hard to argue with. The ancient Egyptians used eye makeup, lipstick and rouge to display power and wealth. The higher their status, the more makeup an ancient Egyptian wore. Even their statues and coffins were adorned with heavy Read more [...]
Hair dye, mascara, foundation and blush can turn a plain Jane into a seductive Scarlett in a matter of minutes. Ever since the first woman discovered that the juice of crushed berries made her lips look even more luscious, cosmetics have helped transform the visage of a virtuous virgin into a voluptuous vixen. In ancient civilizations, women used the products of plants and animals to enhance their natural beauty. Women, especially the wealthy and those who sold their beauty by the hour, used Read more [...]
Your skin is your largest organ. You have approximately 14 to 18 square feet of epidermis on which to create your masterpiece. Every inch of your skin is covered with pores, tiny holes that make your skin somewhat permeable. While your skin can prevent you from becoming a waterlogged sponge, it does absorb a large amount of everything you put on it – make up included. Since beautiful comes from both the inside and the outside, you naturally want to take care with what you put in your body. Read more [...]
