Weekly Beauty Digest

The Makeup Divas Beauty Blog is blown away by these ProSilk Hair Products!

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic reconsiders blonde hair after some great color advice from Brad Johns!

The Muse shows you the solution to eyeshadow fall out woes with a review of Shadow Shields!

SugarShock Beauty is channelling fashion muse of the moment Amy Winehouse – (in a subtle way, we promise!) – with Stila's new liquid eyeliner.

Beauty and Personal Grooming shares some DIY Antiwrinkle face masks

A Touch of Blusher can't live without this foundation.

Beauty Anonymous brings you Anna Sui Beach Collection for Summer 2008!

Beauty Blogging Junkie tells you how to channel the look of your fave The Hills girl here.

Mischo Beauty shares her best tips on how to prepare for a bikini wax and what to expect!

The Daily Cookie reviews a dupe for the popular MAC 187 blush brush for a fraction of the price!

Product Girl is having her first giveaway. Enter to win a Philosophy Breakfast in Bed Shower Gel Set from now until Monday night!

Makeup Moxie reviews Cargo Blu-Ray High Definition Mascara.

Glossypink reveals her favorite eyeshadow of all time!

Cybelesays Gets To The Shea Of Things with a feature on the best products out there containing the most Shea Butter

Just when you thought SPF 15 was safe, The Beauty Bug makes you think again, and tells you why you should up your dosage of SPF!

Spoiled Pretty hearts her T3 hair dryer. But what's the one thing she would add to it? Find out what extra would push her head over heels...

Toya from "The Life of A Ladybug" still hasn't decided how she feels about Bourjois and these eye products haven't changed her mind.

Savvy Skin realizes her skin care obsession is ruining her career!

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog shows you how to get Mariah Carey's look with MAC Heatherette Beauty Powder.

Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact in Beige

Packing light is something I've never quite been able to pull off. A seven day trip calls for seven pairs of heels, seven tubes of lipstick, seven--you get the picture. But with the weather warming up and weekend trips just around the corner, I'm appreciating the multi-tasking potential of my Beige Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact.

Together, the fine shimmer of the nude toned strips makes for the perfect highlighter. Highlighting really accents and shapes facial features. From natural to glamorous, the beige glow works with any look.

The shimmer brick also doubles as an eyeshadow palette in a pinch. There's a golden white shade that makes a great brow and inner eye highlight, and shades of champagne, tan and brown make for terrific shimmering shadow shades. The powders blend into a sparkling, translucent veil that stays put.

Just be sure to pack a medium or dark toned matte brown eyeshadow for the crease (preferably one that doubles as your eyebrow color as well), and you've got eyeshadow options.

Bliss Superbalm Lip Conditioner with SPF 15

Bitter, waxy chap sticks, be gone! Bliss Superbalm Lip Conditioner with SPF 15 is smooth, sweet and super-softening.

Pucker conditioning agents mango, cocoa butter and vitamin E sink into lips to deeply hydrate. SPF 15 protects lips from damaging sun rays, and a tiny dose of salicylic acid wards-off flakes. The potent vanilla scent is just like a tasty vanilla ice cream cone. Yum.

I like to coat my lips with Superbalm before hitting the sack. When I wake in the am, my lips are primed for whatever lip stains or pale lipsticks the day may bring--without the risk of looking rough and flaky.

MAC Eyeshadow in Tempting

Like any girl deserving of the title "makeup junkie," I own enough MAC eyeshadow to create my own schematically sorted multi-tiered display.

But if I had to pick one eyeshadow to wear the rest of my life, MAC Eyeshadow in Tempting would be it. Like a little pot of treasure, the antique golden brown bronze glitters with a rich lustre finish.

Complimenting every eye color, this shadow adds instant sizzle. Dull eyes dance with a flash of Tempting, and shine like two expertly set gems. A true multi-tasker, this eyeshadow works for day or night. And like all MAC shadows, the pigmentation is divine, wearing color true and smooth all day long.

To fully experience the glory of this god among eyeshadows, you must sweep it underneath your lower lash line. Try using a MAC 219 brush, or similar stiff brush. Even on days when Tempting doesn't make it onto my lids, that gilded line is still the perfect finishing touch.

Weekly Beauty Digest

SugarShock thinks she may have found her signature scent, and as it turns out, it's the perfect perfume for spring.

The Makeup Divas reviews Mac Fafi Lipsticks.

The Daily Cookie brings you the scoop behind Danity Kane's Welcome to the Dollhouse album cover photoshoot. Check out her exclusive Q&A with makeup artist JJ Jacobucci!

Beauty Anonymous brings you Chanel Limited-edition Highlighting Powders Duo!

A Touch of Blusher picks the top 10 spring 2008 collections.

Mischo Beauty shares a lesson on sun damage and the importance of using sunscreen.

Temtpalia has a weekend getaway you're bound to enjoy at the Pacific Palms Resort & Spa.

Raging Rouge gets her drink on in the only way a pregnant woman can... with tarte Cheek Stain in Tipsy.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic shows you how to recreate Stila's look from Wayne Lee Fall 2008!

The Beauty of Life finds a way to keep her skin sparkling with Bliss Steep Clean!

Cybelesays checks out the latest in organic fragrances with a new favorite from Tsi~La

Stylish Opinion finds any reason, any reason at all, to try out caffeinated soap.

The Beauty Blog Network interviews new member Mischo Beauty.

Elke shares her fav drugstore beauty products.

Beauty and Personal Grooming tells you to cover your gray with touch-up sticks.

Sure you’re in love with your flat iron, but are your strands silky straight and FLAT? StyleBell shows you how to Volumize Straight Strands.

Beauty Blogging Junkie has fallen for the crazy spatula-like applicator and holographic shine of this lip gloss by Thierry Mugler.

The Muse Hauls Heatherette! Check out her first impressions on this new MAC Collection!.

Ever thought about changing your hair because someone else says you should? Mystical Beauty's Musings tells you why you shouldn't in Cutting Long Hair

Savvy Skin realizes most of her favorite skin care and beauty items are Old-School Beauty products.

marina from makeup loves me meets the heatherette boys (pictures included!) and checks out their collaboration with MAC.

Makeup Moxie has a tragic love affair with Sue Devitt Microquatic Lash Line Enhancer

Glossypink has found the pale pink lipstick of her dreams!

Face Candy looks at the new Guerlain Terracotta goodies.

Toya tried the tarte health couture collection and she's feeling healthy, beautiful, and oh so couture!

Product Girl takes a peak at Creative Scentualization's Perfumers Palette.

Pursebuzz.com tries a new look with Heatherette Pigments, check out the video tutorial here!

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog gives you swatches of Chanel's new summer makeup collection, woot!

Maybelline Lineworks Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner

Can you imagine a world without liquid eyeliner? What would the Marylins of the universe do?

Ok, I guess it wouldn't be that earth-shattering, but fortunately we've got it, with plenty of options. Maybelline Lineworks Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner is a reliable pick, and works just as well, if not better than more expensive brands.

While felt tips usually aren't my first pick for liquid liners because sometimes they seem a bit runny, this felt tip applicator is easy to control and the formula goes on evenly. The color stays in place without flaking or transferring, and the waterproof formula means your liner will stay strong, even if you get a little mist in your eyes.

My favorite shade is the grey, worn cat-eye style of course!

SkinMedica Dermal Repair Cream

Maybe it's befitting that the SkinMedica Dermal Repair Cream jar looks sort of like a UFO, because the list of futuristic-like ingredients makes this cream out of this world!

Dermal Repair is formulated to help skin repair itself through hydration, antioxidants and protection against environmental factors. It also reduces hyperpigmentation from sun damage and age spots.

While this is dubbed an anti-aging cream, it still works wonders for skin that isn't necessarily showing signs of aging yet. (I'm all about prevention!) Since I've started using this as my night cream, my skin has taken on more of a glow and reached a state of equilibrium. Plumped and softened, my skin does look more youthful. Hydrated, but not oily, my skin has reached a Utopian state. The cream is not the slightest bit greasy--skin drinks it right up--and it hasn't dared clog a pore.

So what's in this dream cream? The short answer is hyaluronic acid (which holds up to 40 times its weight in water--talk about hydration!) and antioxidants. For the long answer, check out the website for a nice break-down and explanation of the ingredients.

LORAC Cream Lipstick in Baby Doll

Anyone who has searched for that perfect pale pink lipstick knows it's like finding a needle in a haystack. Most end up being too sheer and therefore not showing up that well, on top of needing to be reapplied every two minutes.

And then I found LORAC Baby Doll lipstick--a pink pastel that packs a punch. The cream formula goes on with substantial satin coverage and has stupendous staying power--not to mention it smells like candy.

Lining lips for dimension seems to be especially critical when dealing with light shades--and this one is no exception. Try pairing this with a shimmering grey smoky eye for a look that says "meow!"

Juicy Couture Juicy Couture Perfume

Have you smelled Juicy Couture Juicy Couture perfume? It's fabulous, darling! A couple spritzes of this sweet floral will have you feeling irresistibly flirty and girly.

The fragrance makes a fresh entrance with notes of watermelon, mandarin, pink passion fruit, green leaves, water hyacinth and marigold flowers. Come-hither notes of tuberose, lily, and wild rose fill-out the middle. Then, it has a smooth finish with notes of caramels, powdery vanilla, creme brulee, patchouli and woods.

The scent smells expensive which is good. You don't want to go cheap on a floral and risk smelling like some Body Fantasies disaster. Even the Eau de Toilette is very concentrated--you definitely don't want to o.d. on this stuff.

From the stately-looking stopper to the heavy glass to the embossed emblem, the bottle is all about appearances. The 3.4 oz bottle towers over my other perfumes, in snobbish, elitist fashion. And herein lies the Juicy paradox--because everything about this fragrance is the antithesis of a velour track suit.

Weekly Beauty Digest

Emo Hairstyles are all the rage and totally cool – StyleBell asks: Do you have scene hair?

Face Candy checks out MAC's new Beauty Powder Blushes.

The Makeup Divas reviews 2 eye shadows from a new cosmetic line called Mellies Makeup.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic tries out Elizabeth Arden's new Intervene Foundation and loves the results!

Makeup Moxie reviews Calvin Klein Tempting Glance Intense Eyeshadow

The Muse shares her current beauty addictions and asks what are some of yours?

A Touch of Blusher will be buying the latest fragrance from Stella McCartney.

Mischo Beauty shares why she loves Wella Salon Professional Power Mask.

The Beauty of Life falls down the rabbit hole for the Alice in Wonderland nail lacquers from Goldie!

Beauty Blogging Junkie kicks off Wash Me Amadeus Week with Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash.

Beauty and Fashion Tech reviews Philosphy A Pigment of Your Imagination, a suncreen and melasma treatment in one.

Temptalia tells you whether the Zeno Acne Clearing Treatment Device is worth it!

SugarShock is having a Hair Plump Showdown: it's T3 360 Plump versus Fekkai All-Day Hair Plump. Find out who comes out on top!

Beauty Anonymous shares her experience with DHC in the US.

The Beauty Blog Network welcomes newest member Mischo Beauty to the network.

Elke starts her 5 part series on Eyebrow No-No's and how to fix them.

Stylish Opinion ponders which manicure to get from Dashing Divas........ the Spoiled Diva or the All Out Diva?

Beauty and Personal Grooming writes about the alternative uses of lip gloss.

Raging Rouge dives into the Spring 2008 Urban Decay collection, including reviews of Loose Pigment Eyeshadow and 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencils!

Mystical Beauty's Musings overhears a conversation about Bacon Perfume, and asks if you would wear it.

Beauty Banter goes behind the runway at L.A. Fashion Week to get the scoop on the beauty inspiration...

Glossypink tells you how to get Rachel McAdams' ravishing look!

makeup loves me is having a giveaway with whole foods for some dr. hauschka products! hurry over to get yourself entered!

Looking for a liquid liner that's easy to use and makes your eyes POP? Look no further...Spoiled Pretty has found it! Plus, enter our Chloe and Jane giveaway!

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog shows you how to make your eyeshadow colors look bolder and brighter with MAC Cream Color Base in Pearl.

Are high-end brands better than drugstore brands? The Daily Cookie weighs in and compares two toners to find out.

Pursebuzz.com takes a trip to LA for LA's fashion week. Gregory A., M.A.C senior artist gives her a chance to pick his brain. Find out what his top favorite tips are and more here.

La Mer The Cleansing Foam

Believe the hype--La Mer The Cleansing Foam really is that good. Every wash is like enveloping your face in a silky cloud, leaving skin immaculately clean and conditioned.

Skin goes from stressed to its best with this miracle potion. Key ingredients sea algae fibers, magnetized tourmaline, deconstructed waters and pearl powder work in synergy to provide the most thorough yet gentle cleansing.

After just one wash, my pores were deep-cleaned and appeared less obvious. The after-glow was notable, and continued use has balanced and nourished my skin.

A nickel-sized amount is all it takes to lather your face into oblivion (the foam is so incredibly rich it's like a foam party for your face!), so this cleanser goes the distance.

Clinique Perfectly Real Compact Makeup

Quick, clean and easy, Clinique Perfectly Real Compact Makeup seemed like a winner. It wasn't.

A light application of this oil-free foundation makes skin look flat and chalky, minimizing imperfections but not totally concealing them. Any attempts at trying to build-up this foundation results in a cakey, dry disaster. Those familiar with mineral makeup will especially find this powder lacking in luminosity and coverage.

However, a couple spritzes with my trusty MAC Fix+ makes this foundation completely undetectable on the skin. But within a couple hours, it truly is undetectable on the skin--and not in a good way.

So now I'm back to my DiorSkin Forever/ MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural combo, which, in all honesty only takes a minute longer, and is so worth the extra step.

Love Her Look: Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams strikes me as laid-back and down to earth, and here she is exuding sophisticated-cool beauty in this shot.

To get her look, perfect skin with a liquid foundation like Lancome Photogenic Skin-Illuminating Makeup SPF 15. Give skin a silky, flawless finish with a light-diffusing powder such as Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder.

Using a peach tinted illuminating powder, like Smashbox Soft Lights in Lens really gives skin that "wow" factor. Sweep it on the cheeks, on the center of the forehead, and down the bridge of the nose.

Make eyes smolder with a cool, matte dark brown like MAC Eyeshadow in Mystery. Pat the shadow on the upper eyelids and blend it out to a point at the outer corners, then smudge some along the lower lash line. Add a pop of silvery shimmer along the lower lashes and the inner corners of the eyelids. MAC Pigment in Platinum is a great pick. Trace the upper lashes with a thin line of your favorite black eyeliner, and then finish the lashes with a clump-free, volumizing mascara like Cover Girl VolumeExact.

NARS lipstick in Belle de Jour gives a pretty peach pout, and the look is complete!

Weekly Beauty Digest

Coarse hair? Read EyeshadowCult.com's Hair, of coarse article with tips for women of color.

Canadian Beauty reviews an oil cleanser - and loves it.

StyleBell shows you how to Create Carefree Curls with a Flat Iron.

SugarShock is turning one and we're celebrating! Enter our contest to win one of 50 Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleansers.

Girl Gloss loves Archipelago Botanicals Grapefruit Lip Butter!

Raging Rouge gets a taste of Maternity Beauty- Courtesy of Mama Mio.

Temptalia has a makeup tutorial for a dramatic, bold green and blue look!

Elke announces her new website, "beautyurls.com". A complete beauty aggregator bringing you the latest news, headlines and beauty info in the beauty industry. Visit daily for the latest or subscribe to the blog.

Stylish Opinion gives you the scrub of the month club.

The Beauty Blog Network Blog welcomes their newest members to the network.

A Touch of Blusher reviews a beautifully on-trend eye palette from Chanel.

Beauty Blogging Junkie recommends a foolproof way to achieve a smokey eye .

Beauty Anonymous invites you to discover the scents of Chanel Les Exclusifs Perfume Collection.

What's really in Origins' new Youthtopia Eye Cream? The Daily Cookie does a little investigating to find out.

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog visits Shu Uemura's Lash Bar and finds false eyelash nirvana, where the lashes are affordable and the appointment booking process couldn’t be easier.

Mischo Beauty takes her readers to school for a lesson on serums!

The Beauty of Life continues to bring you her weekly Wallet-Friendly Wednesdays column. This week, she found some truly amazing deals that are suitable to take with you on the plane!

The Muse showcases a Shu Uemura Face Chart created exclusively for readers of Musings of a Muse!

Glossypink has the low-down on some sizzlin' hot lip gloss!

Marina at makeup loves me gets a mani/pedi at dashing diva!

Beauty Banter asks celebrity Brow Specialist, Sarah, to give a step-by-step tutorial on achieving beautiful brows!

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic tries out Creme de la Mer and discovers why J. Lo slathers herself in it!

Pursebuzz.com reviews NYX Chrome Shadows one of her favorite inexpensive shadows.

Matrix Biolage Color Care Conditioner

You know the saying "cleanliness is next to godliness?" Well I say, "fragrant hair is next to goddess-ness!" Biolage by Matrix has been boy tested (and approved!) for fragrance, and, lucky for us, is also one of the best working hair care lines out there. My pick is Biolage Conditioner from the Colorcarethérapie collection.

Formulated to seal-in color, this conditioner is like a spa treatment for the hair. Citrus, Soy Protein, Sunflower, Rosemary, Nettle, Ginseng and Ginko Biloba blend into a botanical delight. The formula feels lighweight, but it delivers a heavy dose of moisture and spins stressed strands into silk. Hair looks incredible and smells uniquely fabulous (read: it isn't played-out like Herbal Essences).

So the next time you're in Costco and your man is hitting up the hot dog stand, swing by the beauty aisle and pick up the 33.8 oz bottle. It will give you months of great hair days, and is by far a much better bargain than the 13.5 oz one.

Runway Beauty: Spring 2008 Ready to Wear

Badgley Mischka
Romantic rose-colored lips.





























Betsey Johnson
Rocker girl.





























Anna Sui
Pink with a punk twist.





























Blumarine
Pastel shadow is right now.





























L.A.M.B. by Gwen Stefani
Love the grey eyes, I'll pass on the frosty brown lips.





























Etro
Power beauty.





























House of Holland
Fuschia lips are Spring's answer to Winter's red.





























Oscar de la Renta
Bringing the heat.





























Diesel
Awesome auburn.

LORAC Mocktail in Sex on the Beach

When it comes to cocktails, my m.o. is Bacardi and Diet Coke, but with LORAC Mocktail lip gloss, I'm all about Sex on the Beach.

Super smooth and super shiny, this fuschia fruit-flavored lip gloss is the stuff dreams are made of. It glazes lips in the perfect shade of transparent pink. (Don't be fooled by its uber-bright appearance in the tube--it shows up as much more of a sedated fuschia).

The formula is amazingly non-sticky, yet stays on the lips--a feat nearly impossible in the lip gloss world. The squeeze tube with the built-in brush dispenses fresh gloss with precision and ease. Although this isn't a plumping gloss, it somehow it makes lips look extra lush and juicy.

Mocktails are available in ten shades, which means I may need to start a tab!