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Trend Alert: Tubular Mascara

BellaSugar — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 14:00:22 -0700

The new breed of mascaras form tiny little tubes around each lash. They provide serious staying power and are great for when you're looking for a cry-proof product-or if you tend to get raccoon eyes from mascara that flakes and falls.

Big time fan Beaner plans on using one of these mascaras on her wedding day! Her favorite aspects of these mascaras are their lack of clumpiness and their ability to make your lashes look thicker and fuller. Have you ever tried any of the following tubular mascaras?

Blinc Kiss Me Mascara ($25) is a non-irritating, volumizing and lengthening mascara that creates small, water-resistant tubes around your lashes as opposed to just coating them on one side. Oh, and did I mention that Rachel McAdams is a fan, too? To remove the mascara, all you need to do is combine warm water with gentle pressure and the tubes will slide right off your lashes!

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ModelCo LashScara ($18) is a water-resistant, thickening mascara that contains a cool 360-degree angled wand designed to coat every lash. The mascara dries around your lashes in tiny tubes which you can actually see when it washes off. (Neat, right?) LashScara is available in black (noir) only.

Imju Fiberwig Mascara ($22) is a really amazing new mascara I told you about a while ago. It binds to and around your lashes (basically forming a wig) and instantly dries to a rich black color that won't flake, cake or smudge. Also, it's attractive since it washes off easily and won't cause any lash damage or eye irritation. We are so lucky to have this best-selling Japanese beauty product available in the US!

Bella Bargain: Up to 75% off at Bliss

BellaSugar — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 12:00:10 -0700

I love this time of year, because everything-everywhere-goes on sale! Bliss is whittling up to 75% off its regular prices on makeup, skin care and even a few items of clothing. Act quickly if you want to shop, because the sale ends tomorrow at noon EST. Here are my shopping suggestions:

john robshaw spa slippers, $15	modelco liquid buds nail polish remover, $8
laboratoire remede travel kit, $33	modelco lip lights, $6.25	laboratoire remede 3-minute peel, $37.50

New Product Alert: ModelCo Gloss Ring

BellaSugar — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 08:35:45 -0700

Australian beauty brand ModelCo recently came out with a super cool fashion-meets-beauty accessory, the Gloss Ring Jewel Ring with Colourbox Gloss ($30). This fun and flashy over-sized ring houses a pot of sheer, ultra-shiny lip gloss underneath a flip-top faux jewel.

The non-stick, long-lasting gloss comes in three colors to match the brightly colored stones. You can choose from a sapphire stone with melon gloss, an amethyst stone and a nectarine gloss, and a ruby stone with a cherry red gloss. This way you can mix and match your makeup with your outfit. As an added bonus, each ring comes with two lip gloss refills.

You can only order the Gloss Ring online if you live in Australia. But in the U.S., it's available at Henri Bendel in New York or by calling (212) 904-7974 to place your order. If you like this concept, then you should also check out the Rouge Ring by Anna Sui.

Matte Matters, Part I: Designer Blotting Papers

BellaSugar — Tue, 29 May 2007 07:00:18 -0700

Since I discovered the new and luxuriously large Perfecting Powdered Sheets from NARS, I've noticed that more and more designer brands are now making blotting papers. Until now, oil-absorbing sheets like the ones from Papier Poudre were available mainly as a budget buy, but now these products are getting an upgrade. So I've put together a three-part series to introduce the new market for designer blotting papers.

Dior Blotting Papers ($21) help absorb any excess oil on your face. All 150 sheets are folded into a beautiful silver envelope with a mirror inside. Simply blot around your T-Zone for a magnificent matte look.

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Shiseido Pureness Oil-Control Blotting Papers ($15.50) are powder-coated sheets that help keep your skin dry. They come in a small and flexible plastic pouch that contains 100 sheets.

ModelCo Matte Facial Blotting Paper ($8) is one large continuous roll of blotting paper. You simply tear off a little or a lot depending on how oily you are at that moment. Just press the paper gently over your skin without wiping for a clean, fresh feeling.

The Lighter Than Ever Lip

BellaSugar — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 09:10:22 -0700

Nude lips have been a hot beauty trend over the last two seasons, but from the looks of all the new 2007 Spring makeup collections, the latest and greatest nude lip is lighter than ever. The vast array of pale beige glosses seem like they would only flatter olive complexions, but with all of the amazing bronzers available, anyone can achieve a super sexy light lip! Here are three lighter than ever nudes, I think you'll love just as much as I do! Also, for more favorite nude lip colors from retail-therapy, click here.

NARS Lip Gloss in Striptease, $23, is a light ivory/cream candlelight color that adds oodles of shine to a flawless face with a smoky or bold eye. This gloss can help to balance out any bold feature for that matter.

You can also add some luminizer to your cheeks and this neutral color will give you even more pop! Striptease can be worn alone or on top of any lipstick that you'd like to lighten and brighten.

For two more fab nude glosses, read more

ModelCo Lip Lights Ultra Shine Lip Gloss in Pink Sea Shell, $25, is a glamorous and high shine gloss with an LED light that glows as you withdraw the applicator. It looks like Go Light on My Lips has some stiff competition! The gloss also has a side panel mirror for easy application and the battery claims to be long lasting.

Estee Lauder High Gloss in Quartz, $16, is a nude colored ultra shiny lip gloss with a hint of sparkle. There is nothing bland or flat about this beautiful and smooth shade. Quartz is actually being relaunched along with a couple other oldie but goodies.

While it won't be available online or at Estee Lauder counters until May, you'll be happy that you're in the know because once it's out, I'll bet you're going to have to fight the crowds to get your paws on one. Enjoy!