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Bellissima! Senna Cosmetics Mineral Mix Blush & Tint

BellaSugar — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 08:59:39 PDT

Oh, how I adore two-in-one products! And this Senna Cosmetics Mineral Mix Blush & Tint ($35) is amazing! It contains an extremely sheer loose powder mineral blush and a lighter, sheer pressed powder highlighter. Both colors compliment each other beautifully to create a three-dimensional glow and natural-looking flush.

The finely-milled products and are free of fragrance, talc and oil-but the best part is the packaging! The loose powder blush is housed on the bottom of the container and the highlighter is packed into a solid on the top. If you like this style, it Is also available in four shades of bronze & glow as well as four shades of cover & finish .

The colors available for the Mineral Mix Blush & Tint are

Oasis: a bronze rose
Organza: a natural rose
Rose Quartz: a fresh coral-pink
Sunset: a sheer peach-rose

New Product Alert: FLIRT! Big Deal Lip & Cheek Tint

BellaSugar — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 10:33:36 PDT

FLIRT! Big Deal Lip & Cheek Tint ($10) is a sheer, multi-purpose stick that can be used on your cheeks and/or lips to for a natural looking flush of color. It's a great and simple pick-me-up for the gal on the go who doesn't like to fuss with her makeup, but who still likes a little bit of oomph to her complexion.

The difference between this new product and the Vincent Longo Pearlesscence Lip and Cheek Stain and other various lip and cheek stains is that this a gel formula that is available in nine different colors so that you can match it to the undertones of your skin. For a complete list of the shades,

Sheer Genius
Beach Girl
Baby Cakes
Double Dare
Bittersweet
Hoola Hoop
Tini Bikini
Violet Vibe
Berry Flair

New Product Alert: Vincent Longo Pearlessence Gel Stains

BellaSugar — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 14:00:56 PDT

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!

The Secrets Behind Pretty Private Parts

BellaSugar — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 13:44:44 PST

Say it isn't so. We've shared some red carpet secrets with you to prevent catastrophes, but it never occurred to me that some people actually prepare and look forward to a nipple slip or a picture of them bending over while going commando. Whoa! Some gals actually enjoy a 'lil scandal. Duh: that's why we're so addicted to PopSugar!

How about a show of hands for all of you that bleach your anus. Yep - it's true. There is a desirable shade of ass. There's even a Salon in Sherman Oaks, CA, dedicated to it.

Esoterica Nighttime Fade Cream, $9.99, is an at home product that you can use to help lighten up your load (ha!). It's made with 2% hydroquinone formula (bleaching agent) that is safe and gentle enough for most people to use in the sensitive areas of their body.

*Note: If you are irritated by this product, discontinue use immediately. Do not use on broken or irritated skin.

Now I've only used cheek tints to give a healthy glow to my face cheeks and lips. It has been brought to my attention that others like to use Benefit's benetint, $28, to tint their breast areola a perfect blush color.

So if you've wondered how celebs, strippers, dancers and porn stars get such succulent nips - now you know!

To read what Benefit has to say about this usage of their product,

"Women want nipples to be pert and fresh-looking, and this shade makes them appear that way. For a long time, the idea of a ripe, rosy nipple has been considered appealing and alluring. Even if you don’t show it off, you know they’re rosier and more perky."

Roll-On Cheek Tints

BellaSugar — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 14:23:24 PDT

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.

Pretty Ways to Spice Up Your Valentine's Day Makeup - Red Lipstick Excluded

Jaime Richards — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:41:50 PST

Red lipstick has become synonymous with Valentine's Day, but crimson-hued lips don't have to be your only option. "I like a flushed cheek," says Mark celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh, who recommends getting the look with the brand's Just Pinched Blush Tint in Cheeky or Spicy, depending on your skin tone.

Another way to give your complexion a fresh, fun finish is "to incorporate a pink-toned eye shadow to pop up the eyes in the crease," Quynh explains, recommending Custom Pick Eye Shadow in Sugar Sugar. "Or, you can use pink lips instead of red ones."

And for a brightened effect, finish with a highlighter, such as Touch & Glow Shimmer Cream All Over Face Palette, above your cheekbones and on your brow bone. For something a little warmer, try Glowdacious Illuminating Powder on your forehead, cheeks, and chin. Then all you have to do is watch your suitors line up.  

5 Tips From a Pro: How to Create a Beautiful Bronzed Glow

Real Beauty — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:07:27 PST

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty.

When trying to create a natural, sunless tan on your body, mistakes are expected and accepted. If things go too awry, you can just opt to wear pants until the color wears off.

Bronzer or self tanner: which is right for you?

But a botched fake tan on your face? Completely out of the question. Here, five foolproof tips on how to get gorgeous bronzed skin.

Q&A: Kristen Stewart's Breaking Dawn Makeup Artist

Jaime Richards — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:39:30 PST

The wedding scene in Breaking Dawn Part 1 is enchanting, and Bella Swan's bridal makeup is one of the most flattering wedding palettes we've seen in recent history. Kristen Stewart's makeup artist for the film, Stacey Panepinto, gives us tips on how to get Bella's exact look, along with a glimpse at what it was like to work behind the scenes of the latest Twilight installment. See it all when you read more.

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.

The Lazy Girl's Fall Makeup Shopping List

Real Beauty — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 11:23:12 PDT

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty.

It's not enough anymore to just update your closet with the turn of a new season. To truly stay in style, you need to reboot your makeup bag, too. But who has the time (and money!) to buy every new lipstick and eye shadow shade? So, for all those lazy girls out there, we've targeted the biggest makeup looks for Fall 2011 and created this list that can be tailored to any budget, skin tone, and beauty need. So just keep reading.