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Trend Alert: Tubular Mascara

BellaSugar — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 14:00:22 PDT

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!

For two more tubular mascaras,

read more 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 PDT

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 PDT

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 PDT

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.

For two more blotting papers,

read more 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 Ultimate Tool for the Beauty Obsessed

Community Manager — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 18:55:27 PDT

Shelley Barrett, former model agent and founder of Modelco Cosmetices, whom I met in Henri Bendel the other day was offering makeovers to walk-ins. When I saw what she did with eyelashes, I had to be next on line.

I asked her, "Did you glue on false eyelashes?" "No," she said. "Well, then how many coats of mascara did you put on - her eyelashes look amazing." "None, yet" was her response. I was anxious in waiting and this is when she told me about her Lash Wand Heated Eyelash Curler. OMG, I had to have it! It's a battery-operated apparatus, the same size as a tube of mascara, which heats up within 2-3 minutes. By placing the wand at the very root of your lashes and then holding it there for 10-15 seconds as you work your way to the tips, your lashes come out looking like falsies; soft, long and brilliantly curled. Since the wand never gets super hot, there is no risk of damaging your lashes. The best part is that it sells for $25.00 - the average price of most designer mascaras, plus, the little battery in the back is replaceable.

MODELCO Makeup & Heated Eyelash Curler

DearSugar — Wed, 31 May 2006 11:15:23 PDT

Dear Sugar
I am a total make up junkie; you wouldn't believe how much pleasure I derive from buying a new lipstick or curling mascara. Whenever I am in a bad mood, the makeup counter is my first stop for a pick me up. Looking good=feeling good, right? My problem is that because of work, my husband has moved us from our NYC apartment, to the country (he's an artist and was feeling stifled by city life). I feel so out of touch with my favorite pastime - finding the hottest new cosmetic products out on the market. Can you fill me in on what's in store and tell me where I can get it online? Mad for Makeup

Dear Mad for Makeup
You are going to flip when I tell you about this one! Coming from 1 makeup junkie to another this is really something else. Shelley Barrett, a lovely lady from Australia whom I met in Henri Bendel the other day was offering makeovers to walk-ins. When I saw what she did with eyelashes, I had to be next on line. Shelley used to be an agent for model's who would oftentimes help out with quick fixes during fashion shows. Her line of makeup has everything from AIRBRUSH Tanners, to getting that shiny look on your body that the models have before they take off down the runway, to lip wax, which fills in your lips before you apply your lipstick/gloss. But what really struck me were the eyelashes she was working on. I asked her, "Did you glue on false eyelashes?" "No," she said. "Well, then how many coats of mascara did you put on - her eyelashes look amazing." "None, yet" was her response. I was anxious in waiting and this is when she told me about her Lash Wand Heated Eyelash Curler. OMG, I had to have it! It's a battery-operated apparatus, the same size as a tube of mascara, which heats up within 2-3 minutes. By placing the wand at the very root of your lashes and then holding it there for 10-15 seconds as you work your way to the tips, your lashes come out looking like falsies; soft, long and brilliantly curled. Since the wand never gets super hot, there is no risk of damaging your lashes. The best part is that it sells for $25.00 - the average price of most designer mascaras, plus, the little battery in the back is replaceable. It's available at select Sephora stores, Sephora.com Henri Bendel (712 5th Ave - sorry guys, their site is down) and at the MODELco website. Models back Shelley's line 100%, and there's a gaggle of A list celebrities and socialites who have given her press too. Elle Macpherson and Kylie Minogue are 2 fans just to name a few.