MAC Cosmetic’s new Hello Kitty Line brings us a fun new take on one of their most popular products, MAC Lipglass. This limited addition product has an arty take on Hello Kitten on the shinny cap.

Hello Kitty Mild features pearly Lipglass in Mimmy, light creamy pink and gold, Nice to be Nice, sheer bright orange, and Sweet Strawberry, a sheer berry.

Hello Kitty Wild features Mac Lipglass in hot colors like Nice Kitty, in a sheer neon pink, She Loves Candy, in a cotton candy color, sheer blue pink, and lastly Fast Friends, a sheer bright purple.

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I have discovered a wonderful new beauty product that I just can’t live without and I can’t find anything like it. I love the Silkening Body Spritz from Origin’s Organics line because with one little spray my skin feels soft, silky and smells wonderful AND my skin stays this way ALL day. It is sooo much more convenient than greasy lotion that you have to spend precious time rubbing into your skin. It smells better, it feels better and it stays on way longer than lotion. I just love it. I can’t get enough. I think it is probably one of those items I would take to an island if I had to take one beauty product.

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Here are some great colors from some of my favorite brands…

Essie It’s Genius:

One of Rachel Ray’s faves and also one of mine, Essie’s It’s Genius…a violet quartz shimmer

OPI Conga-line Coral:

Spice up the office with a color from OPI’s new South Beach line, Conga-line Coral…A hip shaking, fiery, orange-rose…check it out right here

Chanel Ballerina:

Instyle Magazine voted Chanel’s Nail color Ballerina as a 2008 Best Beauty Buy… I totally agree!

Nars Schiap:

If you are looking for a bold fuchsia, look no further than Nars’ Schiap. Voted Allure Best of Beauty and also 2008 Best Beauty Buys…hey we can’t disagree with the experts…

Mac Dark Angel:

Still feeling vampy?Try MAC’s Dark Angel for “Goth romantic dark lilac cream”

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What do you do when you have five minutes to touch up your hair and makeup? What is worse then showing up to a last minute gathering with skin that is dull, lips that are pale and hair that is flat? How about dark circles under your eyes and smeared eyeliner? Yuck!

We have all been in this predicament. You’ve been working all day. You’re a total mess and at the last second something comes up. You’ve got about 5 minutes to touch up your makeup and hair without making it obvious.

Whether your boyfriend’s parents show up at your apartment without notice, or you decide to meet friends at the last minute after work, or a camera crew shows up on the scene…who knows!…here are some tips and makeup products that may help you to get gorgeous..or at least decent in a jam.

STEP ONE:

Last minute Hair: puffy…oily…ragged…frizzy…flat…are these some of the words that come into mind when you’ve been working hard all day? My suggestion is to duplicate your favorite brush at home and bring one that stays in the car. This way you don’t have to drag around a bulky brush or use a cheap fold up one. Find a brush that works magic on your hair along with maybe a sample of your favorite hair product to keep in your purse. This way it will only take a few seconds to apply the products and comb through. It won’t be a miracle, but believe me it will help.

Product Recommendation: Bumble and Bumble Hair Powder, I can’t recommend this product enough!! It gives life to dull flat hair, helps soak up greasy strands, and even covers up roots.

STEP TWO:

Old Eye Makeup: A long day of work can leave dark circles under the eyes and streaking eye makeup. A quick fix: Grab a makeup wipe to clean off old eye makeup, and then use a moisturizing concealer pen to brighten up around the eyes.

Product Recommendation: Sephora FACE 25 Makeup Removing Wipes for use on eyes, lips, and face. A perfect quick fix that comes in a travel friendly pack. For a creamy concealer fix try Dior Skinflash Radiance Booster Pen, a great little tool to slip into the purse. Or for a cheaper version, try the Sephora Light Touch Highlighter.

STEP THREE:

Dull Skin: The perfect remedy for pale, dull skin is moisture, color and more color. Give yourself a spritz of moisture. Just a little mist, not so much that your old makeup drips! Then dab on a creamy blush and follow with a colorful lip gloss and you will be all set.

Product Recommendation: Try The Body Shop Vitamin E Face Mist lightly scented with rosewater. Or stick with a popular mist, Evian- Mineral Water Spray, available in a convenient 1.7 oz travel size. Another easy solution, if your purse is small, is the Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Pocket Pal, which gives you a lip and cheek stain on one side and a clear lip gloss on the other. Or grab a roll on blush like Lorac Sheer Wash which also can be used as a lip and cheek stain.

I hope these three steps help streamline your quick fix!

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Tis’ the season to be traveling! This time of year everyone is planning a trip or two like a vacation to the cabin or a trip to see the family.

This type of traveling can be a bit of a strain on your typical beauty regime. With limited packing space, tight airline restrictions, and sometimes shared bathroom use, it is no wonder it is such a hassle to pack.

Here are a few items that to help ease the pain of planning for these holiday excursions:

GoSMILE Jet Set Kit: Keep your teeth sparkling white for all those parties you attend with this plane friendly teeth whitening kit. The kit includes fluoride AM and PM toothpastes formulated with aromatheraputic essential oils such as chamomile, lavender, and citrus fruits. Plus a travel size toothbrush all in a TSA-approved clear pouch. I also suggest you bring along a GoSmile Touch Up Mini On-the-Go Smile Refresher, for teeth whitening touch ups on the go.

Bumble and bumble Hair Powder: Nothing is worse then getting giving up the shower time to an obnoxious cousin with no respect for your hair routine. You can keep your hair looking great when you know you won’t be able to style your hair like usual by using Bumble and bumble’s hair powder. This is stuff is amazing! It absorbs oil on the scalp and keeps your hair style intact. And best of all, Bumble and Bumble Hair Powder comes in a variety of different shades which helps to hide roots! Pack it in your suitcase…just in case. And if your worried about frazzled ends bring along Bumble and Bumble Leave In Rinse Out Conditioner, which is a versatile conditioner for taming frizz or using as a lightweight conditioner.

Bring a Pen: A great way to maintain your nails without bringing the manicurist on the plane with you is to grab a great travel friendly item like the Sephora Nail Polish Corrector Pen. This easy to use pen simply wipes away any nail polish mess you make. Another great pen is the Sephora Cuticle Care Pen, which nourishes the cuticles without the hassle of creams and oils. And if you happen to want a French manicure then why not try the Sephora French Tips & Toes Manicure Pen, which is applied to the whites of your nails. You can use the French manicure pen to create your own manicure by following with a clear gloss, but I think it works great as a quick fix to a professional French manicure.

Japonesque Touch Up Tube: One way to ruin an expensive makeup brush is to smash it into a makeup bag. Instead of bringing along your usual brushes, find a travel set. This sleek little tube of brush miracles has all the brush power you need to keep yourself “brushed up” for the holidays. Touch up your make up with the concealer, lip, blush/powder, or eye shadow brushes. And if you’re feeling colorful you can find the Touch Up Tube in different colors like pink, green or snazzy black.

Benefit Pocket Pal: A great way to minimize space in your makeup bag and your purse is to bring along a two-in-one beauty tool like Benefit’s Pocket Pal. This handy little wand has a lip and cheek tint on one end and a clear lip gloss on the other. Multi-use makeup products are the way to go when you are traveling. Another great traveler is Nars The Multiple, which can be used as a bronzer, eye shadow, blush or highlighter.

Happy Travels!

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