Recently in Cosmetics: Face Category

nude_IMG.jpgFoundations are the best product for creating a more even, flawless complexion. With so many formulations on the market these days, we care most about finding the ones that feel lightweight but give us the coverage we desire. Now that we're moving into the warm-weather months, these requirements also need to be teamed up with long-lasting finishes that won't melt away. The following picks are some of our favorites, and for you recessionistas, all cost less than $40.

 

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Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF 10 provides a natural-looking, semi-matte finish on normal/combination to oily skin and stays fresh-looking for up to 15 hours. While it hides every flaw, it feels amazingly light and doesn't smudge or rub off on our clothes. Oil-free, fragrance-free. $33.50, nordstrom.com

 

 

 

 

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CoverGirl Smoothers AquaSmooth Cream Foundation is a truly affordable foundation perfect for those with a more dry skintype. We love that this goes on smooth, is easy to apply and gives flawless coverage without a heavy makeup feeling. Special light-reflecting pigments help minimize the appearance of fine lines and imperfections so you can feel confidant in your own skin. $10.11, drugstore.com

 

 

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MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation is great to apply especially when we're on-the go. This foundation is designed to be used dry, and the fine-milled powders and pigments create a matte, velvety texture that leaves skin looking smooth and fresh. Apply with a brush, powder or sponge. $26, macys.com

 

 

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Revlon Age Defying Makeup SPF 15 W/Botafirm for Dry Skin works well for mature skin types and provides excellent coverage without looking fake. This foundation is specially designed to help remove fine lines and moisturize the skin all day long while visibly softening facial features for a glowing, youthful look. Also available in a normal/combination skin formula. $13.99, drugstore.com

  

 

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Shiseido The Makeup Fluid Foundation provides skin with a light, refreshing texture and a translucent matte finish. Fabulous for all skintypes, The Makeup moisturizes skin and minimizes flaws, but still offers varied coverage, from light to full, without heaviness. $37.50, macys.com







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It is our belief that a good skincare regimen will help us achieve and keep our most healthy, glowing complexion. But as we age, it just so happens that our skin doesn't always cooperate like we'd prefer. So while we treat the dark spots, freckles and redness, we are happy to use products that help us fake perfect skin. With Redpoint Noc-Out Cover-Up Compact-- a trio of different colored concealers that each work in its own way to cover up redness, eliminate the appearance of dark spots and freckles, or help disguise the look of dark circles around the eyes-- we can give our skin the fabulous, flawless finish we desire. Use it alone on bare skin or after applying your foundation. $38, redpointbeauty.com

iman semi-loose powder.jpgIman Second To None Semi-Loose Powder is a new product that was just introduced to our beauty arsenal recently, and we are loving it. This mineral-infused powder comes in pressed form (making it ideal for travel), but is used as a loosed powder. This is thanks to a fine shaver that breaks the powder up right in the jar. Blended with corn silk and silk powder to provide an even-toned and shine-free finish, the formula can be worn alone or used for touch-ups throughout the day. $14.99 target.com
PROD_1046853_XL.jpg.jpegQuestion: I want to order the mineral foundation from Avon but I am afraid that it's gonna start melting on my face. Will it? 

Mineral makeup is made to blend into skin and become like a "second skin". So while it may blend into your skin, it won't melt off. Also, just an added tip, remember when you apply it that less is always more when it comes to mineral makeup. You'll really be surprised at how little you need.

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The weather is heating up, and while you may be feeling the need to leave your foundation behind, you still want a glowing complexion, right? We love Rose Byrne's glowing look, and think something like Dr. Brandt's Pores No More would do the trick. This luminating primer glides on smoothly, helps to fill in pores and keeps skin clear with breakout-fighting tea tree oil. The best part about this primer is how it also imparts a translucent veil of tint, meaning you won't need foundation. If you do have any unsightly spots or blemishes you'd like to cover, use a concealer after applying the primer. $45, sephora.com


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We asked our friend and celebrity makeup artist, Melissa Walsh, to put together a fabulous and time-friendly routine to help you put together a look on Valentine's Day that would be sure to make you feel and look your best. Whether you plan a romantic night out with the one you love, or a night out with the girls, don't hesitate to try these tips (along with product suggestions), and have a great Love Day!

 

Melissa says:

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"Start with a light serum that smooths the skin and sinks in immediately without leaving an oily residue - Janson Beckett Vitamin C&C Facial Serum ($44.50, spalook.com) is perfect for this."

 

 

 

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"Then, dust a powder foundation all over, being careful to blend well - Smashbox Halo Hydrating Powder ($59, beauty.com) gives a really natural glow with great coverage."

 

 

 

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"Using a fluffy brush, swirl a sheen powder blush onto the apples of your cheeks - I love Cargo's Catalina blush ($24, sephora.com) as it is a perfect pinky-coral shade."

 

 

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"As you don't have much time, use one shade of eyeshadow all over the lid and into the crease; think soft sheeny, muted shades like taupe, heather and moss, and take it under the lower lashline too. Line the top lashes with a soft matte pencil and soften the edges with a cotton bud. A few coats of thickening mascara (try Lash Venom by DuWop, $24, sephora.com) finish the eyes."

 

 

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"For your lips use a stain or a cream tint like the ones by Jouer ($20, jouercosmetics.com ), which can also be used as a blush - Amaryllis is especially pretty - and smooth into the lips for a barely there flush."

 

 

**Melissa's tips if you only have 5 minutes:

"Spray your face with a refreshing mist like Caudalie Beauty Elixir (from $15, sephora.com), which I always use to smooth my skin and freshen my makeup after a long day. Let it dry for a few seconds and then, using a cream tint in a versatile shade like a soft gold or bronze, smooth onto eyelids, cheeks and lips. Lots of mascara for definition and a light colored eyeliner in the lower lashline will open up your eyes. You should be finished in less than 5 minutes but still will sweep your man off of his feet!"



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benefit that gal.jpgThe winter season can leave our once bright complexions looking dull and lifeless. Since we've discovered Benefit "That Gal" Brightening Face Primer, we never have to accept that sad state of face!

"That Gal" is a silky pink primer that makes any skintone appear smoother and brighter. It can be worn alone for clear complexion radiance or applied before makeup for smooth, effortless application. We love that we can use it to also "re-brighten" later on during the day! It's great if you need to re-do your makeup, but don't have time to wash your face.

 

With soothing raspberry & chamomile, combined with sweet almond & algae extracts to help skin retain its natural moisture, "That Gal" only leaves our skin feeling soft and silky. We love that the light-reflecting pigments work to brighten our complexion with out being glittery-- what can we say? We can't get enough of it. Good bye dull skin! $28, sephora.com

Global Goddess Beauty South Pacific Shimmer is not only a favorite of celebs like Sarah Jessica Parker, but it's one of our favorite products too! Of course we know we aren't as well-known around the world, or even recognizable out in public by those who don't know us, but we can appreciate the fact that we share the same great taste!

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This multi-tasking bronzer features three hues of bronze and a soft dose of shimmer to illuminate and enhance the complexion, and is packaged in a slim, mirrored compact (say yes to purse-friendliness!). The pressed powder is ideal for complimenting a natural tan or creating a warmer tone in paler complexions. Blend all three shades together for a multi-dimensional, all-over hue, or layer your favorite colors for a bronze-themed eye shadow application. $32.50, dillards.com

Cosmedicine MegaDose

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cosmedicine megadose.jpgCosmedicine MegaDose is an amazing product that will not only keep your skin feeling smooth, but will treat your skin with healthy antioxidants to fight off all of the yucky free radicals our skin has to deal with each day. It also helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and hyperpigmentation.

While the price scared us a bit at first, we find that a little portion of this serum goes a long way -  we are really getting our money's worth - what a great thing!

1 fl oz, $80, sephora.com 

Ask Mickey: In Search Of Anti-Shine Products

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Q. I am a makeup artist and would like to ask you to recommend an anti-sweat base to be worn underneath foundation, or an anti-sweat foundation. Here in Greece, we have a hot climate!

TI-0166-00-000.jpgOne of my favorite anti-shine products was introduced to me during my years working in special effects. The talent would wear heavy prosthetics and/ or wigs and we would constantly have to pat down their skin. A veteran makeup artist named Jim Kola introduced me to Make-up International LTD's Face to Face Super Matte Anti-Shine. You can use over or under makeup and the formula is lightweight and not gel-like or filled with silicone like the newer products on the market. Good luck keeping shine-free in Greece!
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For Fall, flawless, radiant skin is a must-have! Create the perfect canvas using products that cover imperfections, give you a natural finish and more radiant glow: 

 

 

 

loreal true match foundation.jpgL'Oreal True Match Foundation Spf 17 works great to not only match your skin, but this buildable base blends in evenly and is weightless to boot. $10.95

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Clinique Perfectly Real Makeup gives a flawless finish with its patent pending micro-mirrored technology that optically resurfaces skin. Oil-free. Non-acnegenic. $22.50

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

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Smashbox Artificial Light Luminizing Lotion can be mixed with your foundation or moisturizer to give your skin that beautiful glow. Contains ginko biloba and japanese green tea for added skin benefits. $30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Revlon Beyond Natural Duo Concealer & Highlighter works to cover imperfections- like blemishes and dark spots- as well as subtly add radiance where you want it. $9.99

 

 

 

 

 

 

LORAC perfectly lit.jpg LORAC Perfectly Lit Luminizing Oil-Free Powder creates a glow on skin that instantly brightens and evens out the skin tone. Optimizing the effect of light helps diminish the appearance of imperfections for a youthful, luminous, glowing complexion. $32

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Studio Gear Luminizer Stick adds a skintone shimmer to cheeks, eyes, and lips -- anywhere you want to accent. This compact tube can be worn over foundation or alone for a sheer radiance over your bare skin. $18.50  

 

 

 

The new fall season will be an exciting time to try out this trend in beauty. Choose these products, or find those similar to them, to create for yourself more flawless and radiant looking skin!

Beauty Goes Hi Def

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In January 2009, your favorite TV stations are mandated to go from analog to digital. This conversion delivers high definition programming with a picture six times sharper than your previous tube. A crystal clear image exposing every wrinkle, scar, freckle and blemish could cause a stir in Tinseltown. What's a star to do?

Step in high def makeup. Whether it's an airbrush application or a silicone powder, beauty is changing and working as a makeup artist has never been more exciting. Although the demand was created for those onscreen and the makeup artists applying it, the consumer at home benefits from better options in traceless beauty products. Every conceivable skin tone and flaw-camouflaging weapon has been thought out in order to keep skin looking natural, just tweaked to perfection.

Make Up For Ever is leading the industry with high def beauty products delivering one seamless cosmetic after another. I worked with several different companies looking for foundations, powders and concealers and could not find a more naturally perfect complexion than with the following three products:

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When you untwist the cap, the ultra-fine micro particles in this colorless powder appear as smoke coming from the cap. You will not find a thinner powder for an invisible set. Makeup Forever's High Definition Powder contains no talc and is 100% mineral. The end result is a silky, soft focus look that works on every conceivable skin tone. The powder makes mediocre foundations look better and the matte finish lasts beyond your day.

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288-f.jpgA silky veil that sits prettily on skin without looking like it's there. Need I say anymore? I found layering the foundation over a blemish is all you will need for coverage and when used with the HD Makeup Forever Powder it truly looks like the skin you were born with.

Make Up For Ever Lift ConcealerI've been a fan of this lifting concealer for years. Its thin, but supplies adequate pigment to cover the biggest blemish or the deepest under eye bag.

Now that you've created a natural even-toned canvas, a little bronzer can add the color back to your skin tone in all the right places. A bronzer is the perfect cheekbone companion, but in HD television and real life, you can see the shimmer and dark color associated with most beauty brand bronzers. I've found a few contouring favorites to re-sculpt lightly and effectively with gentle pigments and no shine. Just take it easy a little goes a long way:

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Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powders

N.Y.C Smooth Mineral Loose Foundation Powder with SPF 12

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N.Y.C Smooth Mineral Loose Foundation Powder with SPF 12

Lorac Perfectly Lit Oil-Free Luminizing Powder

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Lorac Perfectly Lit Oil-Free Luminizing Powder

Sephora Makeup Eraser Pen

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Nars The Multiple - Orgasm

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Nars The Multiple - Orgasm

Ask Mickey: Products To Even Skin Tone

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Q. I am 53 and am looking for a product to even my skin tone. I don't want to wear liquid foundation. I heard there was a product that you put on like a powder, but it appears to change to a foundation look.... does that make sense to you? Also, I need/want something that is very translucent as I don't like to "look" like I'm wearing makeup on my skin. I was looking at the L'Oreal Translucide powder, but I don't know if that is just a matte finish to wear over foundation, or if it is worn as an evening skin tone powder. Help?

Ask Mickey: Foundation That Offers Superior Coverage

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Q, I am getting married in August and I need a really good makeup with good coverage. What would you suggest?

Make Up For Ever Face & Body Liquid Makeup

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Make Up For Ever Face & Body Liquid Makeup

Youngblood Liquid Foundation

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Youngblood Liquid Foundation

Tarte Little Blot Book

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P136021 Hero

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer - Oil Free

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P140906 Hero

Kiss My Face Tinted Moisturizer

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Kiss My Face Tinted Moisturizer

Redpoint Anti-Aging DermaLift Liquid Foundation

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Redpoint Anti-Aging DermaLift Liquid Foundation

Kevyn Aucoin The Liquid Airbrush Foundation

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Kevyn Aucoin The Liquid Airbrush Foundation

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