Tres Cheek Blushes, MAC

Recently, my husband and youngest son returned from a trip to the grocery store carrying a beautiful bouquet of my favorite flowers– Gerbera Daisies. The colors my son selected were pink and orange, and (lucky me) the blooms brightened my days for almost two weeks with their cheery vivid color. [Read more...]

Copper Glow Veil, Laura Mercier

I first had the opportunity to sample Laura Mercier Sheer Creme Colour in “Pearl Glow” about two months ago.  For Summer 2012, the brand has introduced a limited-edition shade named Copper Glow.  While Pearl Glow was the ultimate highlighter, Copper Glow is the ultimate bronzer.  [Read more...]

Tarte Airblush Maracuja Blush in Amused, a Shimmering Poppy

From the Tarte Miracle of Maracuja value set sold on QVC, tarte Airblush Maracuja Blush in Amused is my latest cheek addiction. I am hooked on this coral hue. It imparts a youthfulness, and will coordinate so beautifully with that Tangerine shade you’ll be wearing this Spring! [Read more...]

MAC Play it Proper Beauty Powder

When you reach a certain age, that glowing youthful appearance no longer comes naturally. This all-over face powder from MAC is the perfect “assist” for a less than illuminated complexion! [Read more...]

Petal Essence Face Accents in Shimmer Shell, Aveda

Aveda’s Petal Essence Face Accents in Shimmer Shell

As a fair skinned gal, some bronzers are too dark for me to use and achieve a natural look.  I’m always on the lookout for some faux glow fun that I can actually pull off!  Pale readers, meet Aveda’s Shimmer Shell Petal Essence Face Accents!  Designed to be a bronzer, blush and highlighter all in one–this product is a winner because you can single out the colors as needed, or swirl them all together into a gorgeous shimmery apricot champagne that absolutely glows. [Read more...]

Restores Dazzle Cremeblend Blush Swatch, Shop MAC

If you’re in search of a stand-out cheek, look no further!  MAC Restores Dazzle Cremeblend Blush is a great way to get your color on! [Read more...]

Sunday Afternoon Pearlmatte Face Powder, MAC Vera

From the MAC Vera makeup collection for Spring 2012 is Sunday Afternoon, a Pearlmatte Face Powder compact with three shades in an adorable design with a teeny little ladybug imprinted on it! [Read more...]

Pearl Glow Veil, Laura Mercier Sheer Creme Colour

When I was pregnant, many commented on my healthy “glow”.  Between you and me, it was makeup!  Laura Mercier’s latest is the ultimate faux glow makeup, if you’re looking to enhance your complexion with a youthful and healthy glow. [Read more...]

Heather Pink Swatch, Laura Mercier

Laura Mercier’s Portfolio Animation makeup launch will extend the Second Skin Cheek Colour selection by FIVE new shades! I’m personally in love with Laura Mercier Heather Pink Second Skin Cheek Colour, photographed above. [Read more...]

Blonde and Redhead Mineralize Skinfinish, MAC Naturally

When I was first introduced to this Blonde and Redhead, I fell totally in love! No, they aren’t two stunningly gorgeous guys, they are MAC Mineralize Skinfinish blushes! Originally part of the Blonde, Brunette, Redhead collection I wrote about three years ago (almost to the day), they are now back! I greet them with the open arms of a friend! [Read more...]