April 19, 2008 2:49 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
Bronze Age 101
I rarely venture far beyond my natural coloring, but when makeup artist
Sonia Kashuk introduced me to her Bronzed Face palette for spring ($20), I
decided to go for the glow. Glad I did: Kashuk includes not only the tools
but also step-by-step instructions, so even novices can master her
sun-kissed look. READ MORE
March 17, 2008 12:18 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
STRIKE OIL!
My French friends have long praised oil cleansers over soap, touting the former's ability to leave skin moisturized. After much testing, two have converted me: Annick Goutal Petite Cherie Shower Oil ($60) lathers up to a delicious fruity foam, while John Varvatos's floral Cleansing Coil ($58) is brilliantly paired with separate grains for exfoliating just when needed.
STRAIGHT AHEAD
Kudos to Metropolis L-Ion Mini Wireless Iron ($149.95) for packing so much ionic technology which styles hair faster and leaves it more resistant to humidity into a 7.5-inch power tool. Strong enough to speed-straighten my strands, but light and tiny enough to slip into my gym bag. READ MORE
March 10, 2008 12:18 AM by Ying Chu | COMMENTS
Marie Claire Beauty Director Ying Chu's latest beauty picks. OF THE MOMENT
Toss: Black, navy, and eggplant polishes (except you, Avril).
Try: Crayola colors
Buy: Rescue Beauty Lounge nail polish in Recycle, Yellow Fever, and Purple Haze ($18 each), rescuebeauty.com READ MORE
March 4, 2008 5:45 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
I abandoned my layered shag years ago, but I recently tried hair wizard Sally Hershberger's Supreme Head Shagg Spray ($12.50) to much success: A few spritzes on damp hair gave my straight strands the mussed-up texture of Meg Ryan's circa French Kiss I've always longed for.
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February 29, 2008 5:45 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
In this cube, Scott Barnes Eye Ice powder shadows ($25) resemble intimidatingly rich molten metals, but on the skin, they create the most elegant and wearable wash of shimmer.
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February 22, 2008 5:45 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
LE SMOKING
YSL's Eye Colour Touch water-resistant cream eyeshadow ($27.50) makes smoky eyes mistake-proof: Just brush on and blend with fingers
Calvin in Color
Minimalist black compacts so classic ck, but what's inside may surprise you. Channeling the spring fashions, the new mix of lipsticks, liners, blushes, and nail lacquers ($10 to $32) offers up quintessential Calvin neutrals topped with impressively bold brights. "It's the modern way to wear color," says global makeup artist Mark Carrasquillo. "I love a nude face with a pop of teal on the eyes or a punchy lip!"
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