What a fab week that went by way too fast! I didn’t get nearly as much accomplished as I had hoped to, but I’ve been wanting to introduce some brands on the site that are new to me for a long time. I had the chance to learn about Jouer this week—so at least I accomplished SOMETHING. If you haven’t heard of the brand yet, you will likely become more familiar with it in late 2012-2013. I predict big things for them, and they’re onto something with their beautiful prestige products that don’t take a makeup artist’s skillset to apply (and look gorgeous on the skin). I’m also trying to familiarize myself with other new-ish (to me) brands of all price points so I can start introducing them to you. Have a beautiful week, gorgeous!
Question of the Week: What beauty product would you immediately hoard if you found out that it was going to be discontinued?
Answer: This is a new discovery for me, but I would be absolutely DEVASTATED if Lucas’ Papaw Ointment was discontinued. A long time ago, I interviewed Whitney Port, and she told me it was something I’d always find in her makeup bag. A few months later, my pal Romy and I met Whitney, and we asked Whitney to show it to us. We were so captivated by the simplicity and efficacy of this product! It’s from Australia, and it’s kind of like their all-in-one product. Think Vaseline, but better—and has fermented papaya in it. Romy was so sweet and surprised me by ordering a tube for me from down under, and now I’m obsessed with it. My lips have never been happier, and I’ve already ordered more from Australia because I never want to be without it.
we heart this – took a tour of Marilyn Monroe’s Hollywood with MAC’s Gregory Arlt. Now, we’re sharing insider’s info about the collection (like, which Mad Men star inspired Love Goddess lipstick) and Marilyn’s beauty regime (ever wonder why she always looked so glowy? The answer will surprise you!)
Beauty Junkies Unite – I have a feeling there are a few shades in the new ZOYA Ornate Collection for holiday 2012, that you would be really bummed about if you missed!
Clumps of Mascara – loves everything about Tarte Cosmetics. But their Glamazon Pure Performance Lipsticks? Whoooooa! They are absolutely heavenly.
Lipglossiping – gets hot under the collar for the new BB Cream from french skincare maestro’s La Roche-Posay.
Gouldylox Reviews – What do you think of the idea of a CC cream? I’m not making it up, it’s a thing. Find out more here!
Nouveau Cheap – gives you swatches, swatches and more swatches to help you determine if you need the new limited edition Shimmer The Night Away palette from Wet n Wild.
Pink Sith – experienced the new Le Metier de Beaute CHEM60 Pro-Peel & GLOW10ai mask set and not only did she not turn into Red Skull she managed to turn a Frugalista into a High End Diva!
Prime Beauty – embraces the Oxblood nail trend with 6 deep red polishes!
Phyrra – shows you how to get the Perfect Night Out Look!
Vampy Varnish – is trying her hand at some simple Halloween nail art using NARS Andy Warhol Nail Polish.
Guest Post of the Week, as chosen by we heart this – The British Beauty Blogger shared a post filled with fab advice about How to be a Beauty Writer. Whether you just want to improve your own blog, or are trying to get a job that pays you for the obsessing you already do, it’s a good read!
