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Jemma Kidd Has Easy Eye Makeup Basics

BellaSugar — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:00:18 -0700

When it comes to applying your makeup, what area do you find to be the trickiest? If you're like me, it's all about the eye area. While I love trying trendy shades and techniques, sometimes I just want a quick and easy routine. And since I can never get enough eye makeup tips, when I came across five suggestions from makeup artist Jemma Kidd on going back to the basics with your eye makeup application, I took notice. To find out her easy-to-follow tips, read more.

Bella's Saturday Night Nightmare at Target

BellaSugar — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:01:59 -0800

Wild 'n' crazy Bella had a wild 'n' crazy Saturday night - at Target. Woot! Isn't having the store practically all to yourself the best? Making my customary beauty aisle pit stop, I was disturbed by what I saw. While I don't mean to nitpick one of my favorite stores, the new designer makeup collection was a big ol' hot mess, as I'm sure you'll agree. To see what I'm talking about, read more.

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What's odd is that at most other stores where sampling is allowed - think Sephora - the testers are nowhere near this nasty. I don't think that's the fault of Target's employees; it seems like people think "big-box store" and take puerile glee in sticking their fingers in the testers. Good thing Purell is sold just a few aisles over, no?

Designer Makeup Now at Target

BellaSugar — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:20:45 -0700

Testers at Target - yes! After popping in the megastore during on a weekend of errand running, I checked out the latest addition to their newly boosted cosmetics section.

Just as Target's GO International line features lower-priced designer fashions, three new collections from top names in the makeup world now line the aisles. Touted as more affordable than the fancy designer counterparts, the designers include JK Jemma Kidd ($14–$36), Napoleon Perdis' NP Set ($12-$30), and Pixi Cosmetics' Pixi ($12-$39).

I'm all for one-stop shopping and bringing designers to the masses. But in this rough economy, will shoppers pay 17 bucks for mascara at Target? To see all of the loot, read more.

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Beauty Byte: Three Cosmetic Brands Are the Latest Target

BellaSugar — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 13:00:35 -0700

Coming this August to a Target store near you are three, more affordable versions of designer cosmetics collections by Jemma Kidd, Pixi Cosmetics, and Napoleon Perdis. The reason for the push, according to consultant Allan Mottus, is that "Target is not doing well in mass beauty." Aside from Sonia Kashuk, a brand that they have a financial relationship with, the beauty department is not being properly maintained.

Prepare yourself to see TV, print, and online ads promoting the new brands along with in-store testers to encourage shopper interaction with the products. Each of the brands have modified their collections for the mass appeal, however they claim to remain similar to the coveted designer products.

Jemma Kidd's line, JK Jemma Kidd has a heavy fashion inspiration with products ranging from $14 to $36.
Napoleon Perdis' line, NP Set will consist of 85 products housed in white packaging with the phrase "What's in it for me?"
Pixi Cosmetics' line, Pixi by Petra (Petra is the name of one of the founding sisters) stands by its good-for-your-skin angle and will sell products ranging in price from $12 to $39.

Brand-New Brow Kits

BellaSugar — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 11:00:22 -0800

Eyebrow maintenance has never been so easy. Thanks to multi-pan palettes you can even change the color of your hair and still keep the same products. As I was web-surfing late last night, I came upon these brow kits that are equipped with mini tweezers. I've already shown you some of my favorites from the past, but here are a few newcomers I think you'll also enjoy checking out.

Jemma Kidd Brow & Eye Kit ($50) contains a small set of tweezers, an angled eyebrow brush and three versatile colors, which you can also use as eye shadows. I'm interested in seeing what this looks like in person because the light shade seems like it might not do much besides highlight your brow bone.

Le Sourcil de Chanel ($46.60) is a brow shaping kit that allows you to color, shape and groom your brows, even on the go. It comes packaged with three powder shades, an applicator, a mini set of tweezers, a mini brush for blending and the mirror inside the compact is even magnified. I wonder just how magnified it is - those vanity mirrors always get me into trouble!

Bellissima! Jemma Kidd Lasting Tint

BellaSugar — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 11:00:58 -0800

Now you can add Jemma Kidd's Semi-Permanent, Waterproof Eye Lash Color ($28.50) to the wide world of makeup stains. But unlike lip and cheek stains, this one is for your eyelashes. What's more, it's waterproof.

The semipermanent dye is lightweight and promises not to smudge, flake, or feather for 24 hours. It goes on like a mascara, and you should let it dry for a few moments before applying a second coat. One thing to be careful of: Don't let any product touch your skin or else it will stain your face - yuck.

To remove, just wet a cotton ball or Q-tip with an oil-based eye makeup remover and wipe along your lashes so that the color gets lifted away at the root. Lasting Tint is available in black only, but if it takes off, who knows what colors could come up?

Hot Holiday 2007 Palettes

BellaSugar — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 11:00:59 -0700

Woo hoo, Holiday 2007 party palettes are here already! These products for your eyes, lips and cheeks are not only terrific values but they are all slim, and travel-friendly for the Bella gal on the go. I hope you like what you see because this is just the beginning of many, many more holiday specials for the season!

Tarte We Wish You Wealth Palette costs $52, yet it has a $578 value - talk about holiday savings. This little limited-edition treat includes exclusive products like cheek stains in a pan form and new shades.

Inside you'll find 16 lip glosses, 16 eye shadows, four gel eyeliners, four cheek stains, three 24/7 lip sheers, an eyelid primer, one luminizer and eye shadow and eyeliner brushes. Does it really get much better than this?

For two more hot holiday 2007 palettes, read more

Coming soon is the Jemma Kidd Midnight Jewels Palette. This itaste of luxury will get you pretty for all of your holiday parties! It includes face, eye and lip colours in fun metallic colors - and it's small enough to fit inside a clutch.

Benefit Cosmetics Ten Palette ($28) doesn't contain any new products, but it does house some of my favorites for your eyes, cheeks and lips all in one place. You can find the Perfect 10 bronze shimmer/ light pink duo, two lip shades and two matching eye shadows for a beautiful and glowy holiday look.

What A Pair: Jemma Kidd Lip Balm and Lipstick Duo

BellaSugar — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 08:59:49 -0700

I am such a two-in-one product fan that I've decided to create a brand new feature all about dynamic duo's called What A Pair. It's no wonder that when I saw this Plumping Lip Balm & Long-Lasting Color Duo from Jemma Kidd I went totally bananas.

This creamy double-sided stick contains a moisturizing lip balm on one side and a creamy lipstick on the other-all for $20. C'mon, that's not a bad value considering that you're getting two designer lip products out of the deal.

Also, you can create two different looks with this darling duo. For a sheer lip, apply the lip balm side to prime lips and then blot with a tissue before swiping on the lipstick. Or, for more intense color, skip the balm altogether and just apply two coats of the plumping lipstick.

It currently comes in ten different shades all with sexy female names like Brigitte, Cleopatra and Scarlette (I guess we know where the inspiration came from)!

Easy-To-Use Eye Shadow Sticks, Part II

BellaSugar — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 14:35:21 -0700

Welcome back to part two of Easy-To-Use Eye Shadow Sticks. You guys seemed really into Part I, so here are a few more for you to fancy! These no-mess shadows fall somewhere between a cream and a powder. They come in a range of colors and textures and are virtually foolproof to apply.

Jemma Kidd Stardust Cream Shadow ($22) is a glittery pastel eye shadow that will add an instant twinkle to your eye! Just smudge on one of the four colors and blend with your finger or a brush. For two more sticks, read more

mark Winkstick Hook Up Eye Shadow Stick ($5) is an uber creamy eye shadow stick that glides on smoothly, lasts long and looks velvety rich on your lids. It's available in seven colors.

Elain Colorist Sparkle Stick Glitter Highlighter ($15) is a smooth highlighter/eye shadow stick that won't smudge or flake. You can wear this over your entire lid, or just in the inner corners of your eyes for a beautiful eye-brightening look! This one has the most color choices; it's available in eight colors.

Roll-On Cheek Tints

BellaSugar — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 14:23:24 -0700

Roll-ons aren't just for deodorant anymore. Last week, we wrote about no-fuss eye shadows, and now, several cosmetic companies are catching onto the easy application of roll-on cheek color. Say goodbye to messy rouges and expensive blush brushes. With these, you just roll on and blend with your fingertips.

Lorac Cosmetics Travel Size Sheer Wash is a sheer cheek stain that lasts up to five hours longer than blush. Buy it here for $17.50 in three different shades: Sheer Emotion, Sheer Luck, and Sheer Magic.

Jemma Kidd Make Up School Rosy Glow Lip and Cheek Tint, designed by ex model Kidd, gives your face a very natural-looking flush. Buy it here for $37.50

For more roll-on cheek products read more

This is more of a push-up stick than a roll-on, but it also happens to be Kate Moss's fave cheek stain, so I had to include it. Jelly Pong Pong Jelly Flush smells delicious and lends a nice, dewy flush to your cheeks. Be sure to let it dry for a minute or two after application. Buy it here for $29.

Pinkie Swear Roller Girl All Over Body Glitter is loaded with shimmer, aloe vera, and vitamin E to keep your skin soft and glowing. For use on cheeks, clavicles, or anywhere that you want to draw a little extra attention. Buy it here for $14.