Beauty News

The world of designer fragrance is once again expanding with the announcement that Alexander McQueen will release a men's and women's fragrance, developed by Procter & Gamble. "We believe it's probably the most prominent brand that is not yet playing in the luxury beauty market," P&G Prestige vice president Luigi Feola told WWD.

While this is the first fragrance deal for Alexander McQueen as a brand, the label's late founder, Lee Alexander McQueen, had already taken the first steps into the perfume world. He released Kingdom through YSL Beauté in 2003, as well as the My Queen scent in 2005. When YSL Beauté was taken over by L'Oréal, however, McQueen's fragrances didn't make the cut and have since been discontinued, leaving a hole in the fragrance market that only this iconic brand can fill.

McQueen passed away in 2010, and Sarah Burton took over as creative director. She is expected to "play a significant role" in the fragrance development, according to Feola. No release date has been set.

• Professional makeup tips for a summery bronze palette
• Get hair inspiration from these celebrities at the beach and pool
• 40 reasons why beach waves are the ultimate Summer hairstyle
• Stock your beach bag with these affordable vacation must haves
• Wedding plan: nosh on these good-for-you eats for better skin
• Shop the biggest nail trend of the season: metallics
• Everything you need to know about eye cream
• Revive your hair after a dip in the pool with his DIY hair rinse
• What to do when you can't take your beauty arsenal on the road
• Heading to Bonnaroo? Click through these festival beauty ideas

Marc Jacobs has been a busy man, and he's finally ready to release his color cosmetics line to the world. When news first dropped back in April, Jacobs seemed quite excited about his foray into makeup. "I see makeup, fragrance — everything, really — as an opportunity," he explained to WWD. "The idea of choosing a color for your lip, or an eyeliner — it's just such a delight. Anything that is part of the joy, the ritual, of getting dressed — that's what fashion's about for me."

The line will be a collaboration with Sephora and is slated to drop on Aug. 9 in brick-and-mortar stores and online, as well as in select Marc Jacobs stores. The 122-piece collection runs the gamut from blushes and lip products to blushes and eye shadows, and it's broken down into broad categories: Smart Complexion, Blacquer, Hi-Per Color, and Boy Tested, Girl Approved. Speaking of boys, Jacobs isn't leaving them out. Three products are unisex: his Lip Lock Moisture Balm ($24), Brow Tamer Grooming Gel ($24), and Remedy Concealer Pen ($39). But don't expect any nude shades in his collection. "It would be too natural," Jacobs quipped.

The collection is also going global, which is a new move for Sephora. Europe will get a taste in 2014, and it will move to China in 2015. A holiday color collection is also in the works, as well as additional core pieces for Spring 2014. "I'm surprised at how delighted I am with the results," Jacobs told WWD. "Now I want to see what the customer thinks. That's the ultimate."

Robert Pattinson has been confirmed as the new face of Dior's fragrance for men, Dior Homme, and the fragrance brand has released a first look at his campaign image. But the Twilight heartthrob isn't the first celebrity to lend his face to Christian Dior. Robert joins a celebrated list of names, including Jude Law, Alain Delon, Natalie Portman, and Charlize Theron.

Campaigns have already reportedly been shot by photographer Nan Goldin and director Romain Gavras, but no release date has been confirmed yet. Unfortunately for those of us in the States, the television campaign will run exclusively in Europe, with the exception of the UK, and Asia, excluding Japan and China.

Pretty Little Liars star Lucy Hale has lots to celebrate; she has been tapped by Avon's boutique brand Mark as its new brand ambassador. Her new roll involves more than just lending her visage to Mark's many ad campaigns, since Lucy will also be the spokesperson for Mark's m.powerment by Mark campaign, which helps to stop the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence against young women. She's following in the fashionable footsteps of past ambassadresses like Lauren Conrad and Ashley Greene.

"I'm incredibly proud to partner with a brand that is as passionate about empowering women as I am," Lucy said. "I've been a fan of Mark's products for years, but it was important to me to work with a brand that is truly about beauty on the inside and the outside." Her first ad campaign will be a part of Mark's August Magalog, which is an extra special issue for the brand: it's the celebratory 10th birthday issue for the Mark brand.

You already visit POPSUGAR Beauty to get product reviews, helpful tips, and news on what's happening in the world of beauty, so be sure to check out what else we're doing around the Internet. We're coming at you from Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest — and now Google+! — to keep you looking and feeling beautiful and inspired. We constantly update so you're in the know, whether it's about a new lip gloss we keep passing around the office, or tips on how to pull off the perfect updo. Here's where you can find us:

"Like" us on Facebook. Our page is chock-full of beauty tips, breaking news, videos, and polls. It's the most beautiful place to be.


We're on Instagram, too. Follow POPSUGAR Beauty to see what products we're loving, what inspires us, and what the team is up to daily in San Francisco, NYC, and LA.


Follow us on Twitter. You'll stay up-to-date on what we're writing about, especially breaking beauty news. Plus, our editors will answer your tweets about questions or suggestions you have.


Pin with us. We're regularly pinning looks we're loving, of-the-moment trends, and products we're keeping our eyes on.


We're now on Google+! Follow us to stay informed on breaking news, trends, and everything in between as it's happening.

• Considering the big chop? Here are a few celebrity pixie cuts to inspire you
• All the hair, makeup, and nail trends you need to know for Summer
• Lauren Conrad's favorite beauty products are revealed in our interview
• Pamper your dad with one of these grooming gifts for Father's Day
• Over 200 wedding hair ideas from the runway, red carpet, and Etsy
• Summer is here! See our new polish picks and seasonal beauty buys
• A dermatologist explains how to update your skin care routine for warm weather
• Get beach waves sans the heat with one of these budget beach sprays
• 7 clever tips to disguise dark roots between color touch-ups
• Products packaged so nicely you'll want them on display