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Reader Review of the Day: Stila Convertible Color

BellaSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700

I love combination lip and cheek colors. There's no better way to get a natural, pretty flush, and that's why I was glad to see reader Medgrl726's smart, informative review of Stila Convertible Color ($25). (Celebrity makeup artist Brett Freedman is also a fan.) Medgrl725 tells us:

I'm almost out of my Stila Convertible Color, and felt compelled to talk up its mileage for all this time. The creamy color has rich pigment, so just a dab does the trick on cheeks and lips. I find that it lasts longer when I'm wearing a sweep of powder blush over it, but no powder can fake the beautiful, rich flush this cream produces. It has lasted me a while, so though the price is steep, it's worth it if you crave a high-quality cream blush.

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Reader Review of the Day: The Body Shop Lip and Cheek Stain

BellaSugar — Tue, 19 May 2009 09:00:11 -0700

Reader Fashion_doll24 thinks that The Body Shop's Lip and Cheek Stain ($14) is a purse essential. Formulated for all skin tones, this multitasking gel formula gives a wash of color to cheeks and lips. Take it away, Fashion_doll24:

I'm a big fan of this stain, mainly because I'm not good at finding the right shade of lip gloss for my complexion, and this is definitely a case of "one shade fits all." Also, I like the fact that your lips don't feel sticky as they will when using a gloss. I rarely use it on my cheeks, not because the color is off or anything but because I prefer a powder blush.

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Coming Soon: Benefit Posietint

BellaSugar — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:00:47 -0700

Those of you who love Benefit's cult-favorite lip and cheek stain, Benetint, will be excited to know about a forthcoming product called Posietint ($28). It's launching in June, but if you're a Sephora Beauty Insider, you'll have a chance to buy it beforehand. (Sign up at Sephora to be notified when it's available.)

Like its big sister Benetint, Posietint is a liquid stain that goes on with a brush. The difference is that instead of giving a reddish flush to lips and cheeks, Posietint gives a sheer pink wash of color. When you see it, you'll understand why it's not packaged in a clear bottle; the stain is the color of Pepto Bismol. Never fear, though: when it's blended into skin, it looks like a natural flush of color.

To see how Posietint looks when it's on cheeks, read more.

I snagged a bottle of Posietint to try out, so I asked my friend Allie to be a model. She is one of those gorgeous women whose skin looks like it's never seen a blackhead in its life. I applied a few small swipes of Posietint on the apples of her cheeks, then blended them using my fingers. The result: A totally natural-looking burst of pink. I think Allie looks like the quintessential English beauty here - all creamy complexion and rosy cheeks.

If this looks like it would be up your alley, sign up to be notified when Posietint arrives at Sephora.

New Product Alert: Vincent Longo Pearlessence Gel Stains

BellaSugar — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 14:00:56 -0700

These new Vincent Longo Pearlessence Gel Stains ($22.50) are slightly different from the other cheek tints on the market because they are infused with shimmer. They are also water-resistant and sweat-proof which makes them perfect for beach beauty!

They are truly long-lasting, they give you a natural-looking glow and they can be used as both a cheek or a lip stain. That's all great, but the only issue I have is that you have to work quickly to blend before they dry. Once the color sets, you're pretty much stuck with it all day. My advice is to apply to one cheek at a time and start off lightly, since you can always add more.

The stains are available in three colors:

Bellini Love: warm, shimmery pink
Dolceacqua: shimmery plum
Fresh Water Rose shimmery silver-plum

I recommend using Bellini Love while summer's still going strong, then going with one of the plum shades for fall. It's not too far away, you know!

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.

Makeup Review: Tarte Cheek Stain

BellaSugar — Fri, 04 May 2007 15:15:54 -0700

The warmer months are fast approaching, which means it's time for me to get out my Tarte Cheek Stain ($28). I initially bought this product out of mere curiosity- and, of course, as an excuse to add a new product to my arsenal. (Hey, I have lots of blush; why not buy some cheek stain too?)

But lately, I have become obsessed with this cheek stain as an alternative to blush. Yes, it can be a bit severe when you first dab it on, but the slight stickiness of this push-up gel actually makes it stay put much longer than powder blush. For the rest of my review, read more

I find this product particularly helpful in warmer weather or when I need to apply makeup in the morning and still have it looking good at the end of the night. For that reason, I'd imagine it would be great for brides on the big day, as DCStar suggests.

Tarte Cheek Stain goes on a bit heavy, so be gentle with your application. I get the best results when I apply this product after my foundation and powder. Just lightly dab the gel-stick on the apples and contours of your cheeks, then blend the edges with a makeup sponge. Just focus on the edges, though: Trying to smudge the color from the center will make it look splotchy.

I like the Flush shade (shown) because it's at once bold and natural. Have you guys tried this product? If so, what shade do you like? What do you think of it?

Stila Launches New Shadows and More. Much More.

BellaSugar — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 07:00:17 -0800

Stila has some good things cooking for spring, and they're slowly starting to trickle out. I'm eagerly awaiting a preview package so I can test the new items (and of course, I'll share my findings with you). But for now, here's the scoop.

The most exciting news is that Stila is introducing eye shadow duos ($20), placing two shades in one split pan. All of the 28 (!) shades are new, and they're in addition to the existing eye shadows. These shadows have been reformulated: they have micronized powder pigments and pearl to go on more smoothly, and a silicone-based binding system helps them blend better. Six of the 14 duos are available to Sephora Beauty Insiders right now, and the rest of the colors will be out in February.

To find out what else Stila has up its very pretty sleeve, read more.

Sephora also has the permanent exclusive on The Contouring Trio ($38), a set of three shading and contouring powders in one lighted compact. It has a highlighting powder, a lowlighting powder, and a soft neutral shimmer to sculpt. I can't see this one being a blockbuster seller, but I definitely want to play around with it.

Moving on to lips, there's the Cherry Crush Lip & Cheek Stain ($24). It comes in a pen applicator and doles out an antioxidant-rich stain that supposedly reacts with the pH in skin-making the color different on everybody. The cynic in me thinks this could be a marketing scheme, but I'm a sucker for stains, especially when they're cherry-scented.

(I told you, there's a lot of new stuff. Still with me?)

Another new product is a pair of eye shadow quads ($38 each). Marrakesh, the warm palette, includes earth-tone shadows in a warm pink, a cool pink, a golden apricot and a golden brown. Montemart (which I'm going to interpret as a misspelling of Montmartre) is a cool palette, featuring a light pink, soft lilac, soft orchid, and a rich plum shadow. Both palettes should be out in February.

Finally, there's MAJOR Major Lash mascara ($22), a limited-edition revamp of Stila's best-selling Major Lash mascara. The mascara has been upgraded to a thick, tapered brush to make lashes bolder than before, and the tube itself contains more mascara. Available in black only, it's another Sephora exclusive-so keep your eyes open for it.

Sunday Giveaway! Tarte Très Cheek Limited Edition Mini Cheek Stain Set and The Vanity Limited Edition Palette

BellaSugar — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:30:00 -0800

These lovely prizes are packed with all the essentials for you to create a multitude of makeup looks. And thanks to our friends over at Sephora, you'll have plenty of options if you're chosen the lucky winner of these sets. All this week we're giving away two festive makeup kits with colors galore:

The Vanity Limited Edition Palette - A palette of eyeshadows, glosses, and brushes which also includes the best-selling Lights, Camera, Lashes!, Mascara, and Mineral Powder Bronzer in Park Avenue Princess.
Très Cheek Limited Edition Mini Cheek Stain Set - A trio of three mini cheek stains in a purple and gold pouch. Shades include: Posh, a soft plum; Fierce, a light strawberry red; and Chic, a golden coral peach.

To enter, just take the quiz by 5 p.m. PST today, and one winner will be selected at random. Your eligibility is not based on getting the answers correct, just on taking the quiz after you are logged in. You do, however, need to be a TeamSugar member to enter. So if you're not already one, register for an account. One quiz entry per person; all repeat quizzes will be ignored. Prizes can be shipped to US destinations only. Remember: You must be logged in to TeamSugar for your entry to count. For the complete rules, click here. Good luck!

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Saturday Giveaway! Tarte Très Cheek Limited Edition Mini Cheek Stain Set and The Vanity Limited Edition Palette

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 23:30:00 -0800

I have tons of makeup clogging up my drawers right now, so I am a big fan of anything and everything palettes. Thanks to our friends at Sephora, you'll have plenty of choices if you're chosen the lucky winner of these sets. All this week we're giving away two festive makeup kits with colors galore:

The Vanity Limited Edition Palette - A palette of eyeshadows, glosses, and brushes which also includes the best-selling Lights, Camera, Lashes!, Mascara, and Mineral Powder Bronzer in Park Avenue Princess.
Très Cheek Limited Edition Mini Cheek Stain Set - A trio of three mini cheek stains in a purple and gold pouch. Shades include: Posh, a soft plum; Fierce, a light strawberry red; and Chic, a golden coral peach.

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Friday Giveaway! Tarte Très Cheek Limited Edition Mini Cheek Stain Set and The Vanity Limited Edition Palette

BellaSugar — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:30:00 -0800

The thing I love most about palettes is that if you really aren't into a color, it's just not a problem. Just try another shade to mix and blend, and voilà - a custom creation is then made. Well, thanks to our friends at Sephora, your inner artist will shine through. All this week we're giving away two festive makeup kits with colors galore:

The Vanity Limited Edition Palette - A palette of eyeshadows, glosses, and brushes which also includes the best-selling Lights, Camera, Lashes!, Mascara, and Mineral Powder Bronzer in Park Avenue Princess.
Très Cheek Limited Edition Mini Cheek Stain Set - A trio of three mini cheek stains in a purple and gold pouch. Shades include: Posh, a soft plum; Fierce, a light strawberry red; and Chic, a golden coral peach.

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