Ragingly Fabulous Summer 2012 Makeup Trends!

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Ragingly Fabulous Summer 2012 Makeup Trends!

I’ve been having so much fun playing with Summer 2012 makeup!  The key to be on-trend for the warm months of 2012 is to embrace color, color, and even more vibrant color!  Today’s Summer 2012 makeup trends feature story is brought to you by Ultralase, providers of Laser Eye Treatment.  Enjoy this rundown of my favorite makeup trends for Summer 2012: [Read more...]

Anardana and Koliary, Thakoon For NARS

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Anardana and Koliary, Thakoon For NARS Nail Collection

The Thakoon for NARS Nail Collection marks an historic “first” collaboration between NARS and a fashion designer. This six shade nail collection was inspired by the vivid colors that mezmerized Thakoon Panichgul in Indian spice markets. The colors are opaque, bold, and on-trend.  This is truly a designer collection of nail lacquer shades! [Read more...]

NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer Review

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Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer, NARS

It has been a pleasure to sample the recently-released NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer formula. Generally speaking, I’m not a big fan of tinted moisturizers. I prefer the look of more coverage, or should I say I “require” more coverage. NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer is a bit more opaque than the standard tinted moisturizer. Also, the coverage is buildable, so you can apply the product lighter on areas that are naturally pristine, but apply a second time to problem spots that need more coverage and concealment. [Read more...]

California Kissin’ Benefit Review

California Kissin Benefit ReviewHard to believe that California Kissin’–by Benefit Cosmetics–was launched FOUR years ago this summer! She might not be the newest toy on the block, but even after all of this time Califonia Kissin’ is fun to play with. [Read more...]

Cheap Metallic Eye Pencils!

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If you’re a makeup maven on a budget, you’ll love these Glimmerstick Diamond eye pencils by Avon. These metallic eye pencils are an affordable $7! Best of all, their sparkling shades are a perfect way to embrace the of-the-moment metallic trend.

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Frederic Fekkai Beachcomber Zero Humidity Frizz Control Review

Long-time readers of this beauty blog know that I have a love affair with Frederic Fekkai Haircare products. I was sent samples from the Beachcomber line during the summer of 2009, and JUST FINISHED my bottle of Zero Humidity Frizz Control. Thought you’d all be interested to know that this bottle–despite semi-regular use (2x a week)–managed to last me for almost 2 years! (1 year and 10 months to be exact). [Read more...]

Alterna Caviar Polishing Serum Review

Alterna Caviar Polishing Serum, Under Five Minutes to Veronica Lake Hair, The Raging Rouge Beauty Blog: Makeup and Cosmetic Product Reviews A minuscule amount of Alterna Caviar Polishing Serum is all it takes for hair to shine like the stars. Simply pump a drop or two in your palms distribute evenly through the hair. A 10-second investment goes a long way, as this miracle-in-a-jar will make your hair feel like silk! [Read more...]

Phytodefrisant Botanical Hair Relaxing Serum

I first used Phyto’s Phytodefrisant Botanical Hair Relaxing Serum in the mid 90s. At that time, it was the only product in the market that was successful at taming my unruly hair into a smooth, sleek, straight style. [Read more...]

Dr. Dennis Gross All-In-One Tinted Moisturizer Sunscreen SPF 15

I’ve been a big fan of tinted moisturizers this Summer. But I have to say… finding the right one for your skin-tone is as tricky as selecting a foundation!

If your skin tends to be a wee bit orange, you’ll like Dr. Dennis Gross All-In-One Tinted Moisturizer Sunscreen SPF 15 in light/medium. This tinted moisturizer actually provides more coverage than most, and blends to a delightful tan/coral shade. For me, this shade simply doesn’t work.  I’m way too pale!  Despite the name “light/medium”, I personally think someone with solidly medium skin-tone would do quite nicely with this product… plus, it has an SPF15!

What do you think… is it a winner for you?

MD Skincare Tinted Moisturizer SPF15

MD Skincare Tinted Moisturizer SPF15

Retail price is $44.

Click HERE to buy Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-In-One Tinted Moisturizer Sunscreen SPF 15 at Sephora

Ceramic Styling Brush by Earth Therapeutics

When I really need my hair to be straight and smooth, I blow it dry in tiny sections and use the Earth Therapeutics Ceramic Styling Brush.  The bristles really grab onto hair, enabling you to pull it nice and straight while you dry it, without it falling out of the brush.  The ceramic barrel distributes heat evenly as you style. [Read more...]