La Bella Donna

Loose powders are a fantastic way to provide light to medium coverage on your skin without having to apply a heavy or greasy fluid foundation. They help control shine, cover blemishes, red, spots, broken capillaries and under-eye circles — all without caking. Some of my favorite new loose powders also happen to be made from minerals, which also makes them good for your skin. Below are my top five favorites. Do you have a love for one loose powder in particular?

• La Bella Donna Loose Mineral Foundation ($50) is a soft mineral face powder that contains SPF 20 and doesn't clog your pores. I've been using the shade Nicoletta for the past year (plus) and love how it gives my face flawless-looking coverage.
• Prescriptives Custom Blend Powder ($45) is a customized, mixture of lightweight powder created to match your skin tone. You leave the store with a large jar and a mini travel jar which both include a puff. You can also pay an additional $15 for an extra container of pressed powder. Although it's costly, I think it's worth the splurge.
• Physician's Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Loose Powder ($10.95) is a relatively new product that has been designed for sensitive and pimple-prone skin. It's non-irritating, it blends easily and has a natural finish. It comes with a brush, and I love the security of the snap-top close.
• Bare Escentuals bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation ($25) is one of the smoothest blending mineral loose powders that I've ever tried. You voted it your favorite foundation of 2007 because of its silky texture, non-irritating formula and fabulous coverage.
• Laura Mercier Mineral Powder SPF 15 ($35) is a super-fine, oil-free loose powder that contains 15 amino acids that help achieve clear skin while providing a smooth finish. Not only do I love the tinted powder, but the translucent powder is essential for setting foundation, lipstick ... you name it.

Brand-new for Spring is the Complete Brow Kit ($40) from La Bella Donna. Inside of the chic, sleek silver compact you'll find two powder shadows to fill in your brows, a slick (yet totally nonsticky) pomade to help keep unruly hairs in line, and a creamy highlighter to accent the brow bone.

There are three suggested brushes to go along with the kit: the Lash and Brow Brush, Eyeliner Brush, and Angel–Brow Brush. However, these are not included and cost between $16-$18 each — so it's not as "complete" as the name would suggest. The powder shades are made from blendable minerals and are available in auburn, brunette, and blonde. I really like this kit because you can mix and match the powders to create the right shade, and the pomade is awesome.

La Bella Donna goes green! While other brands get tons of attention for coming out with a whole new collection each season, La Bella Donna creates buzz by coming out with a single new color in their carefully created line.

This season's shade is an eco-inspired forest green eye shadow called Montagna ($19). It can be worn dry as an all over lid or crease color, or it can be used wet as a sultry eyeliner. Paired with a brown mascara, this is a wonderful way to create an earthy-looking eye.

And here's a little fun fact for you. La Bella Donna has undergone research on those who love the color green. They have found that these people are meticulous about details and are seekers of balance and harmony. Do you love green—and if so, do you fit this description?

La Bella Donna is getting ready to launch an eye shadow triad called Cosmic Colour ($35). This itty bitty treat has been designed to appeal to your sexy side this holiday season. The shadows are made from minerals (as are all of this line's products), and they provide a great way to create an easy day-to-night look.

I am definitely intrigued by these color choices. While I love the pink and purple colors, which would look amazing on green eyes, I'm not so sure about the matte chartreuse shade. Does this shadow trio pique your interest at all?

Yesterday, Leighton Meester (a.k.a. Blair Waldorf from the show Gossip Girl) made an appearance on TRL looking totally cute and put together. Just over a year ago, we saw Rachel Bilson on TRL looking undeniably similar. The hair, the makeup, the black and white outfits... C'mon, are these two long-lost twins?

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Sometimes it's all about first impressions. Just like a name can make a guy more attractive, it can also add allure to your makeup. If cosmetics are considered art, then it's correct to think that they elicit emotion. For those of you who have been tagged by Cupid's arrow, here are three products you'll be sure to fall madly in love with.

La Bella Donna Mineral Light Lip Color in Beloved ($22) is a sweet and seductive high pigment natural looking pink lipstick that contains vitamin C and sun protection. It also keep lips smooth, supple and smooch-able.

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Calling all fair-skinned, environmentally friendly Bella Donnas! The cosmetics company La Bella Donna has just come out with a fabulous new Dark Earth Mineral Mascara ($22).

Not only is it a warmer shade than black (which often is too severe on those with fair skin), but the rich, deep brown color is to die for! It's made from eco-friendly mineral pigments that have been formulated with tubular polymers and Ceramide 2 to volumize, lift, condition, lengthen and curl.

Also, due to the natural brown shade, it can double as a brow enhancer. Simply lay the brush off to the side and stroke outwards to enhance, fill and set your brows. Want to see how this technique looks? Come back in about an hour—I've got a special treat for you!

Jessica Alba decided to go with a minimalist makeup look for the 2007 Teen Choice Awards last night. And with skin like that and a gorgeous glow, who could blame her? The key to her look is a flawless face.

If you notice, she's barely wearing any makeup. I detect a lined upper lash, some bronzer, blush, lipstick and definitely mascara. Besides that, she either has great genes or some secret camouflaging techniques.

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Two things that women seem to adore are diamonds and lip gloss! These pink diamond shades are perfect for all seasons. They are sheer, sparkly, seductive and they make you feel like a million bucks. So add some more snazz to your smile and wear a coat of pink diamond lip gloss alone or over any of your favorite lipsticks!

La Bella Donna Pink Diamond Shimmer Lip Sheer ($22) is a soft, sweet smelling and smooth feeling mineral lip gloss. It has a universally flattering light feminine sheen and adds a hint of shimmer to any lip look.

Too Faced Diamond Gloss in Pink Diamonds ($14) is a juicy, sheer lip gloss that contains jojoba, vitamin A and violet extract to nourish and moisturize lips. The color lasts long and the formula is ultra shimmery to help create a gorgeous and glamorous look.

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Summertime means increased humidity and low-maintenance makeup. So it's no surprise that so many celebrities were stepping out this week wearing very natural, dewy looks. First, there was Jessica Biel at the 2007 MTV Movie Awards, then Kate Bosworth glowed at the Whitney art benefit, and Helena Christensen showed up at Cartier's LoveCharity event looking shiny and new.

It's easy to get the look using multi-purpose face highlighters. Here are a couple of my favorite products to help create a dewy glow.

Candlelight Cream Colour by La Bella Donna ($65) is an all-over face gloss that creates a beautiful illuminating look. You can apply it on your eyes, cheeks, lips, or decolletage for a little bit of sexy glimmer.

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