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New Product Alert: Benefit Lust Dust Shimmer Dusters

BellaSugar — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 13:00:56 PDT

It was only a matter of time before Benefit expanded its line of loose shimmer powders. First came the highly pigmented, bright Show Offs! eye shadows. And now, there's a line of sheer, shimmery powders for the eyes and face called Lust Dusters ($18).

The colors blend well, they are definitely shimmery and it's nice that you can use them as highlighters to your cheeks, nose, and décolletage. But let's just say that once you've seen one, you've seem them all. I hate to be like this, because I usually love all things Benefit, but I've asked around the office for additional opinions, and it's unanimous that unfortunately, they are no great shakes.

I do, however, love the cute names like Snow Bunny, Boom Boom, and Go Go Girl. They come in 10 colors (Big Daddy, a shimmery peachy-rust color is missing from the list online, but apparently that oversight is being fixed). If you really must have them (I know the feeling) then try using them over their Creaseless Cream Shadows for extra impact and let me know what you think.

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Product Review: Scott Barnes Eye Ice

BellaSugar — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 06:00:22 PST

Last week I told you about some of Scott Barnes' best bronzing products and this week I've been playing around with the jewel-toned, loose-powder eye shadow shades from the new Royals Eye Ice Collection. In particular, I've fallen hard for Empress, a deep aubergine and Imperial Gold, a medium gold.

When it comes to loose shadows, I'm used to saying that all you need is a little bit, but what I like about these is that you can really pile on the color for a deep and rich effect, or keep it light for a more subtle look. Unfortunately, this means that you need some extra time to apply and blend the shadows properly, but the results are worth it. And since the colors are soft at first, they can easily take you from day to night.

All of the shades are shimmery, buildable, and very wearable and the texture is also noteworthy. I rubbed them between my fingers to find a silky smooth powder - no wonder they blend so well. Also, I adore the packaging. It's cute how they come in square bottles to resemble ice cubes. For those of you looking for a more neutral shade, an older color I also love is sandstone; a pinky champagne reminiscent of Stila's bestselling kitten. When I have a little extra time to primp, eye ices are worth the effort. For the details on each of the five new shades,

Go For the Gold, Part II: Eye Shadow

BellaSugar — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 14:00:59 PST

Welcome back to my five-part series on gold makeup. There are so many different gold eye shadows on the market right now that I found it challenging to come up with my three favorites. If you have any gorgeous and glimmery gold-metallic shadows that you especially love, please leave a comment with your recommendation below.

Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Glimmer in True Gold ($13) is a very sheer, almost translucent shimmer shadow that works to create a hint of subtle sparkle to your eyes. It's similar to gold dust in that it can also be worn on your décolletage and cheeks, but this also has a special quality because it can transform from wet to dry for a more dramatic effect.

For two more shimmery gold eye shadows,

read more. Glam Rocks by Lorac in Metallic Gold ($16) is a loose-powder shadow that is packed with richly-pigmented, sparkly color. This is the opposite of subtle, so go easy at first because it tends to spread. The good news is that it lasts really long. I also love this salt shaker–like packaging, which makes it easy and fun to sprinkle!
Too Faced Shimmer Veils in Angel Hair ($18.50) is a golden copper with gold-glitter shadow that provides crease-proof, medium coverage. It comes with a built-in wand for easy application and creates a super-shimmery, almost shiny look on your lids.

New Product Alert: Overshadow by The Balm

BellaSugar — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 07:02:13 PDT

Overshadow ($14) is a new series of amazing loose powder eye shadows from The Balm. This is the company's first 100% pure mineral product which is proudly free of talcs, preservatives, oils and fragrances - perfect for you guys with sensitive eyes!

Marissa Shipman, owner of The Balm, wanted to give a basic product like eye shadow an edge so that her clientele feels fresh for each new season. To stay in touch with all of the latest trends, Overshadow plans to release a new collection each season! Would you really expect anything less from this fabulous brand?

The first collection for fall is called The Sexpot Series and is themed around a sultry, smoky eye. To find out more,

read more To use The Sexpot Series, gently dip an eye shadow brush into the shadow and tap off the excess. Apply to your entire lid or your crease and blend well. The color is buildable, so always start off light and throw it in your purse for an easy transformation into night! The Sexpot Series shades include:

Work is Overrated – Pink Champagne
No Money, No Honey – Gold
You Buy, I’ll Fly – Copper
If You’re Rich, I’m Single – Mauve/Pewter

Mega-Hot Metallic Loose Powder Eye Shadows

BellaSugar — Thu, 31 May 2007 07:33:03 PDT

Loose powder metallic eye shadows are amazing and easy-to-apply bursts of color. Shimmery shades for eyes are very trendy right now, and these loose shadows are great for gals on the go.

You apply these shadows the same way you would loose face powder: Just shake some powder into the cap and dip your shadow brush in. You can use the shimmer on your eyes and to brighten your whole face. But use sparingly: Loose shadows spread easily, so just a touch will do the trick. Here are two of the latest loose powder metallic eye shadows for Summer.

Glam Rocks by Lorac ($16) are sparkly and sassy loose powder shadows packed in a small container that looks like a salt shaker. These easily blendable colors glide on smoothly and last a long time, so you can party the night away without worry. Glam Rock come in three shades: Metallic Copper, Metallic Pearl, and Metallic Gold.

For one more metallic loose powder eyeshadow,

read more La Poudre Aux Yeux by Lancome ($18.50) add just a touch of brilliance to your eyes. They are formulated with a highly saturated and intense shimmer pigment that can also be used to highlight your cheekbones or collarbone for some sexy sparkle! They are available in two colors: Golden Sunrise and Pink Seduction.

Loosen Up! New Loose Powder Eye Shadows, Part II

BellaSugar — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 09:32:53 PDT

Welcome to Part II of Loosen Up! New Loose Powder Eye Shadows. These shadows are perfect for Spring. They are high in pigment so a little goes a long way and they come in playful, bright colors to add some pizazz to your usual eye routine. I can't wait to hear your reviews!

ColoreScience Genie Sparkle/Matte Colore , $17.50, is a color you can use as a shadow, liner or highlighter. You can put it in your hair, your brows, on your cheeks or on your lips; just use your discretion based on the color.

The shadows (as well as all ColoreScience products) are: talc, oil, alcohol, dye, binder, filler and preservative free! They have SPF protection in them too and are great for sensitive skin. What I really love about them is that they are super sheer so that they really just enhance your essence as opposed to making you look overdone.

Use Genie Colore wet as a liquid liner or dry for a powder shadow or a brow accent. Just tap the color into a tissue or the back of your hand and apply!

To see two more loose powder eye shadows,

read more All Over Shimmer Eyes by Stila, $14, is a super soft, sparkly metallic shadow. It is made from an ultra light, pearlized formula that glides on easily and stays on for the long haul. They come packaged in a small shaker top jar and are available in four colors.
Loose Powder Eye Shadow by Bourjois, $16, is a professional quality powder shadow that results in an intense and glamorous look. The shadows come packaged in a cute little pot accompanied by their very own brush. The pot is designed to dispense just the right amount of color for each application. Available in 13 colors.

Loosen Up! New Loose Powder Eye Shadows

BellaSugar — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 09:29:24 PST

Here are a few fun loose powder eye shadows for Spring. Theses shadows are high in pigment so a little bit goes a long, long way. They come in playful, bright colors to add some pizazz to your usual eye routine. Have fun with these new products, I can't wait to hear your reviews!

Hydro-Powder Eye Shadow by Shiseido, $23, are nine new intense and dewy shadows. They are actually a cream that transforms into a powder to create a shiny, shimmery shade. They are super long wearing and because of the technology that turns them into powder, they won't crease!

To see a drugstore brand,

read more L’Oreal HIP Shocking Shadow Pigments, $7, are brand new. They are not sold online just yet, but you can buy any of the six colors at drugstores and mass-markets wherever L'Oreal is sold. It comes with a professional brush as well as a built in sifter to release just the right amount of color. You can wear these colors alone or layer them to create a shade of your own.

Fairy Tale: Tinker Bell Is Getting a Makeup Line

Jaime Richards — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 10:53:00 PST

Pixi is known for its glimmery, radiance-boosting products and fairy mascot, so it just makes sense that the brand would partner with one of the most famous, sparkly fairies of all: Tinker Bell. Coming exclusively to Target and Boots next Spring will be PixiGlow, a Tinker Bell-inspired makeup line ($14 to $34) for the cheeks, lips, face, and eyes.

"They [Disney] approached us saying we were all about a touch of magic and they have the most famous fairy in the world and let's figure out a way to work together," Pixi's founder, Petra Strand, explained to WWD. To see more, just keep reading.

Halloween How-To: David Bowie

BellaSugar — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 01:06:06 PDT

If you're in the mood for a truly rock-and-roll costume, people don't come much cooler than David Bowie. The androgynous, glam-rock look of his Aladdin Sane years takes a bit of energy to pull off, but it's worth the effort. MAC senior makeup artist Louise Zizzo, who did the Jem makeup tutorial, shows us how to get this space-rocker look.

For a list of colors used in this transformation,

Get a Chic, Easy Monochromatic Makeup Look With Just 4 Products

Jaime Richards — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 05:10:00 PDT

Whether you have to pack light for a trip, or you're looking for an easy, flattering makeup palette that will take you from day to night, monochromatic is the way to go. And, of course, the big benefit of wearing a one-dominant-color look is that you don't need a lot of products to make it work. To see how to do it, just keep reading.