One of the perks of beauty blogging is that I no longer need to actively hunt to find cool new products… they just end up on my doorstep!  When someone from Everyday Minerals introduced me to the brand, I jumped at the chance to sample some of their line!  Everyday Minerals caught my eye for a variety of reasons.  1)  The brand boasts SUPER LOW pricetags for luxe beauty products.  2)  Everyday Minerals products are 100% organic, vegan, and free of parabens, fragrance and dyes.  3)  The line is made right here, in the USA!

My favorite product thus far?  The Everyday Naturals lippie!  The formula boasts some majorly moisturizing ingredients: Primrose Oil, Perilla Seed Oil, Linseed Oil and even exotic Murumuru butter from Brazil!  The result is an opaque, righ lipstick that feels sinfully moisturizing on the lips.  Seriously… even the driest lips will feel better after wearing this!

Retail price is $8.

Click HERE to buy this product from Everyday Minerals.

The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

‘Tis the season for the beach read!  Just in time to entertain sun-bathers everywhere, Brenda Novak’s latest:  White Heat, will be launching today!  Personally, I’m really hoping to have the opportunity to curl up with this romantic suspense novel.  This book is the first of a three-part book series:  White Heat, Body Heat and Killer Heat.  Interesting fact:  Brenda’s career was launched when she discovered her daycare provider was drugging her children to induce sleep.  Horrific!  Since ditching the drug-pushing nanny and staying home, Brenda has written about FORTY novels.  She’s my idol!

So why is a beauty blogger writing about a novel?  It just so happens that Three Custom Color Specialists will be launching a gloss in honor of White Heat today!

This sizzling pink shade will retail for $21.50, and will be available for purchase on ThreeCustom.com starting TODAY to coincide with the release of Brenda Novak’s new novel. As a special gift with purchase, the first 50 online customers to purchase the gloss will receive a free autographed copy of “White Heat.”

The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

To be named “America’s #1 Lip Gloss” is quite an accomplishment.  Here’s a statistic that will just blow your mind:  Avon sells the equivalent of EIGHT Glazewear Lip Glosses each minute!  Wow… that’s a lot of gloss, America!  Upon having the opportunity to sample the glosses in this collection, I’m beginning to understand why the ladies here in the USA are so smitten.  Firstly, the pricetag is a super-reasonable $6.  Secondly, there are three finishes to select from:  intense (rich lipstick-like color), Sparkle (high gloss with a shimmer effect) and Shine (super shiny, and super sheer).  Thirdly, there are a total of 16 shades in the collection, ranging from a sexy deep red to a perfectly clear top coat!  With all of that diversity and a budget-friendly price, it’s easy for me to understand why American women are hooked!

Want a peek at the collection?  I knew you would!

Glazewear swatches above (left to right):  INTENSE–Crimson, Cherry Liqueur, Intense Plum, Brown Sugar, Sweet Maple  SHINE–Mauve Movement, Darling Pink, Tickled Pink

The image above is the same shades.  Just wanted to show off how they gleam in the sunlight!  Incredible shine!

Glazewear Lip Gloss swatches above (left to right):  SHINE–Iced Pink, Island Glow  SPARKLE–Mocha Latte, Rave, Apple Cinnamon, Mirage and Dazzling Diamond.

And again… here’s me showing off the shine of these glosses in the sun!  Final swatch all the way on the right is an SPF 15 Clear that is the ultimate top-coat for any lipstick!

Retail price is $6 per gloss.  Click HERE to shop for Avon Glazewear Lip Gloss at Avon.com!

The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

Shimmering Gloss Palette Swatches Above (left to right):  Bellini, Papaya, Berry, Posey, Orchid, Grape.

Beauty addicts everywhere know that Bobbi Brown lipcolor is incredible.  I–for one–am a HUGE fan of the Bobbi Brown Shimmering Gloss Palette.  Firstly, the streamlined, slender black palette satisfies my eternal desire for makeup selection and portability.  Complete with a huge mirror for on the go application and a high-quality lip brush, the Shimmering Gloss Palette is truly a one-stop-shop!

Beyond that however, the shade selection in this limited-edition palette is just perfect for summer.  The six shades included in the Bobbi Brown Shimmering Gloss Palette are neutral, yet not naked.  Coupled with a buttery smooth feel, these go-with-anything glosses like these are a Summer must-have. 

The Bobbi Brown Shimmering Gloss Palette retails for $40. 

Click HERE to buy it from BobbiBrown.com

The author of Raging Rouge received a sample of this product.  For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

Estee Lauder has launched New Pure Color Gloss in June 2010!  The collection of glosses contains three different finishes, and 34 shades to select from!

While applying this product for photographing swatches, the first thing to catch my notice was the super-soft, ultra-cushy sponge-tip applicator wand.  Seriously, the tip of this applicator feels like a soft fluffy pillow!  Second, I noticed how smooth application is.  Estee Lauder’s Pure Color Gloss feels so moisturizing on the lips, and never sticky or tacky.  It’s positively addicting, and makes a great addition to your beach tote, to help soothe dry, sun-fried lips.

There are 34 different shades to select from, in three different finishes.  Six shades were designed by Estée Lauder Creative Makeup Director Tom Pecheux himself!

Estee Lauder’s Pure Color Gloss shine finish is available in these shades:  Tempting Tearose, Shocking Pink, Rose Emotion, Brazen Berry, Nude Rose, Wet Cranberry and Plum Desire.  One of the samples I received is the gorgeously shiny Plum Desire (swatch below).  It’s my favorite of the bunch, because it works for both Summer and Early Fall.  It also happens to be one of the shades created by uber-skilled Tom Pecheux himself.  No surprise!  

Pure Color Gloss has a whopping 19 shimmer shades to select from:  Electric Ginger, Wired Copper, Wild Sugarcane, Pink Innocence, Rock Candy, Pink Kiss, Extravagant Pink, Fuchsia Fantasy, Praline Paradise, Impulsive Coral, Passion Fruit, Peach Sizzle, Garnet Desire, Cherry Fever, Magnificent Mauve, Star Pink, Mod Poppy, Orchid Passion and Plum Divine.

Electric Ginger (swatch above) is almost totally sheer, with just a hint of warm golden shimmer.

And finally, the collection includes 4 Sparkle Shades:  Opulent Opal, Frivolous Pink, Blazing Coral and Raspberry Pop.

Opulent Opal (swatch above) is super-shiny, and perfect to use as a top coat for lipstick!

From Tom Pecheux’s personal stash, we have six shades of Pure Color Gloss:  The Custom Color Collection by Tom Pecheux.  Four of the shades are limited edition, and two are permanent (Plum Desire–mentioned above–is permanent)

Fuchsia Fever, swatch above

Coral Fantasy, swatch above

Click HERE to shop at EsteeLauder.com

Click HERE to buy Estee Lauder at Nordstrom online.

Click HERE to shop Estee Lauder at Macy’s.

The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

In my pre-teens, I loved wild, punk style. I wore blue lipstick, painted striped on my lids, and wore day-glo neon from head to toe daily.

Alice + Olivia glosses are whimsical, bright and crazy fun!  I would have died over this collection in edgier days.  These shades are not intended for soccer-Mom types!  They’re for young girls pushing the envelope of style.  I hope they snag this collection, enjoy it, and take advantage of these experimental years!  I know from experience that they will look back on their outrageousness fondly. 

Swatches from left to right:  Sparklicious (a buttercream frosting, super-sparkling shade), If it’s pink… (a neon pink with shimmer), and I.Want.Candy (yes… it’s YELLOW with shimmer!)

Swatch above:  Sparklicious

Swatch above:  I.Want.Candy

Swatch above:  If it’s pink…

Click HERE to shop at MAC online.

Click HERE to buy MAC at Nordstrom online.

Click HERE to shop MAC at Macy’s.

The author of the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

Among the many Fall 2010 makeup collections I am dying to get my mitts on is the latest from Smashbox!  Allow me to introduce the Masquerade collection! Masquerade launches in August of 2010, and can be purchased at Sephora.com, Smashbox.com or Nordstrom.com.  I’m dying over the bold shades in the eye shadow palette, punctuated by pale shades of ivory, pink and white.  Based on my positive experience with Fusion Soft Lights, I’m guessing the Baked Fusion Soft Lights Palette in Illusion will be a winner, as well.  What’s on your list?

EYE SHADOW PALETTE in MASQUERADE ($35)
(matte soft peach, shimmering black plum, matte taupe, metallic khaki, shimmering gold, bronze, metallic cabernet, shimmering navy, matte bone)
From subtle to ultra dramatic, the shades in this enticing palette disguise your eyes with a veil of magnetic color. Organized in complementary trios, the shades create coordinated looks for maximum intrigue.

BAKED FUSION SOFT LIGHTS PALETTE in ILLUSION ($32)
(champagne, soft gold, rosegold)
Create the illusion of a lit-from-within glow with this palette of shimmering shades, designed to illuminate cheeks, nose, forehead and décolleté. For the perfect cheek, pair with CREAMY CHEEK COLOR & BRUSH.

CREAMY CHEEK COLOR & BRUSH in INTRIGUE ($29)
(warm pink)
Formulated with antioxidant Vitamin E, this luxurious creamy cheek color will give cheeks a “just blushed” look—the perfect innocent disguise. Glide the creamy formula over the apples of cheeks, then blend with the brush for a flawless pop of color.

LIQUID LINER & LASH OVERLAY in TEAL & BRONZE ($19)
Cloak eyes in an air of mystery with this innovative two-in-one formula for lash line and lashes. Just line the eyes and then sweep the specially designed rod over a coat of mascara to “tip” the ends of lashes for a subtle yet intriguing look.

LIP ENHANCING GLOSS in REVEAL and DISGUISE ($19)
(golden nude, golden pink)
What’s behind that provocative pout? This ultra-moisturizing formula saturates lips with alluring color and shine. Vitamin E provides antioxidant protection and moisturization, while Sunflower seed oil nourishes lips.

O-GLOSS NOIR ($22) EXCLUSIVE TO SEPHORA
This disguise transforms before your very eyes—the sultry lip formula glides on black, then evolves into a custom bold berry hue tailored to your specific skin tone. Formulated with Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract and Goji Berry Extract to boost microcirculation as well as moisturizing Avocado Oil antioxidant Vitamin C and Pomegranate Seed Oil, O-Gloss Noir interacts with your personal skin chemistry to create a shade that’s unique to you.

Yesterday’s Jean Michelle makeup review likely whet your whistle for today’s news!  Thanks to the generosity of the team at Cosmetique.com, Raging Rouge is hosting a fabulous Summer 2010 Makeup Giveaway!

Up for grabs are the exact products I posted about yesterday.  The Jean-Michelle Quartette Lumineux Eyeshadow Quad in Golden Fantaisie (above), retail value $22.50.

The Jean-Michelle Lip Couleur Liquide Glosses (left is 02-Rose Jardin, right is 06-Bordeaux), retail value $15 each.

The total prize retail value is $52.50!

OFFICIAL RULES TO ENTER GIVEAWAY:

There are THREE ways to win!

1)  Subscribe to the Rr newsletter!

As always, newsletter subscribers are automatically entered into the random drawing.  If you’d like to enter the giveaway in this manner, the form to subscribe can be found to the right, under the words “Subscribe Here”.  Simply input your email address and click “Submit” and you’re entered! (One entry per IP address).

2)  Comment on this post!

Click HERE to head over to the Cosmetique website.  Surf around their online store and answer this question in the comments area of this post:  If you could pick any one item from Cosmetique to add to this prize, what would it be?  (One entry per email address). 

3)  Post about this giveaway on your blog, and link to this post!  (email a permalink to ragingrouge [at] gmail [dot] com for one entry per blog).

Good luck!

Sorry for my international gals, but the giveaway is for US residents only. Winners must be over 18, and must explicitly agree to my disclaimer. Winner must respond to email notification within 48 hours of drawing or prize will be forfeit and a new winner will be selected. Raging Rouge reserves the right to substitute any prize listed with a prize equal or greater in value, if need be. Winner will be randomly selected at midnight on July 24, 2010.

Just when I think I’ve sampled everything, in-the-know beauty insiders pass along a new goody for me to share with Raging Rouge readers!

The team at Cosmetique.com recently introduced me to the brand Jean-Michelle.  I had the chance to sample two of their sublime, buttery gloss shades and one silky eyeshadow quad.

Pictured at left are  Jean-Michelle Lip Couleur Liquide Glosses.  Immediately upon application, I couldn’t help but wonder if this gloss was officially the least sticky gloss I have ever worn!  The formula is so smooth and emollient, it simply glides on the lips and feels almost like a balm.  Another huge pro?  The Jean-Michelle Lip Couleur Liquide Glosses deliver bright, frosty, buildable color perfect for Summer 2010. 

Pragmatism aside…  the product and super-luxe minimalist bottle appeal to sophisticated women, but the ripe strawberry scent appeals to the fun-loving little girl in us all!  Seriously, what a delightful surprise it was to smell that delicious scent! 

Swatch above:  Bordeaux.  This pale frosty shade of taupe calls attention to a tan like none other, and goes with EVERYTHING.

Swatch above:  Rose Jardin.  This deep raspberry shade is a must for Summer 2010.  

Retail price is $15 per gloss at Cosmetique.com

Head back in a few hours for another Jean-Michelle product review!

The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

I recently had the fun opportunity to sample the latest by Make Up For Ever.  The recently launched Aqua Cream is a collection of rich, creamy, high-pigment formulas for use on eyes, cheeks or lips.  Appropriately, Raging Rouge was sent a pot of #8,  the rich shade of red pictured in this post.

First, I tested Aqua Cream on my lips.  #8 imparts a matte January Jones (ala Mad Men) type of look, but with a modern metallic edge.  Think 2010 style with a hat tip to the 1950s.  It’s an extremely glam shade of red.  Aqua Cream also passes what I refer to as the “Seattle coffee test”.  In fact, the swatch shown in this post was taken AFTER I drank a large cup of morning java.  The color is still flawless! 

Considering the bright shade, I was a bit hesitant to test this product on my cheeks.  But providing that you show restraint–and apply the product minimally to your skin–it delivers a healthy, rosy glow.  Remember… do not apply this product liberally, thinking you can wipe it off.  Apply a little at a time, building up the color until you achieve the desired result.

Available in 21 shades for eyes and cheeks, I am dying to sample more shades from this lineup.  After reviewing swatches of the full collection, numbered 1-18 and 20-22, my curiosity is piqued… what happened to mysterious shade #19?

Retail price is $22 per jar.

Click HERE to buy it from Sephora.com

The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.