Oscar Worthy Looks, From Me for You

Let the bright shine in. Nothing says siren like a chocolate eye, sunburst lip combination. It's a win-win. A-listers are in full tilt prep. Primed, primped and beautified, pre Oscar festivities. Yes, I said week. There are more parties, events, press functions, makeovers, hair & skincare, mani-pedi's, stylists and scrubs happening in Hollywood than politics at the White House. Exhausting. Pretty makeup starts with luminous, perfect skin. byTerry Cellularose Brightening Serum with Skin Perfecting Illuminating Serum, Hydra Radiance, Roses Native Cells is creme de la creme skincare. 'The multi-unifying, anti-aging corrective and radiance boosting serum adds luminosity to your dull, lackluster complexion.' For a bronze goddess look to go with the spray tan, Armani LSF #6 warm beige, and #8 tan, gives skin a radiant, sun-kissed glow. Shu Uemura Nobara Stick Foundation's creamy concealer coverage, provides spot on, extra coverage wherever needed. Urban Decay's Vice Palette Muse eyeshadow, a rich chocolate, high- pigmented shadow applied to the upper lid and crease looks smoldering, mysterious. Penny Lane, a peachy, metallic shade applied to the inner lid blends effortlessly with Muse, creating light. Blitz, a bold gold applied to inner corners, diffuses and delights. Muse brushed through the brow creates flair, ole' English flavor. Armani Smooth Silk Eye Pencil #2, a devine, chocolate brown lined across the upper and lower lash line, is the must have pencil in your makeup bag of tricks. The rich brown compliments every skin shade, gorgeous on woman of color. The Queen, Pat McGrath and King, Tim Quinn introduced me to Armani Smooth Silk Eye Pencil #2, my world of beauty, changed forever. Curl, Curl the lashes, apply generous coats of L'Oreal Voluminous Power Volume 24HR Mascara, Blackest Black, top and bottom. Glamorous, clump free, plumped up lashes.

Colour Caresse by Colour Riche light texture, available in pretty hues of bright color. Fiery Veil, a burnt orange stands out in a crowd, Blushing Sequin, popping pink softens the look. 
A star's got to have options. Yes, that means you.

Urban Decay Vice Palette

Colour Caresse by Colour Riche L'Oreal

Armani Beauty Smooth Silk Eye Pencil

Power Volume 24 HR L'Oreal

Shu Uemura Nobara Stick

Shu Uemura Brown Feather Lash

Accessorize 

L'Oreal Colour Caresse Blushing Pink
Quick Change

COVERGIRL Products and Pat McGrath Stormin' The Gates - Spring/Summer Runway Season

It's Fashion Week in NY, and the natives are restless. Editors, Makeup and Hair teams, Phot- togs, Designers, interns run around like madmen. It's backstage chaos, pure and simple. When the Celebs finally take their seat, front and center, it's time to cue the music. Models strut down the runway in the latest wears, Hair and Makeup trends, owning the catwalk. The spectacle all lit up, reminds me of the circus sans Elephants. When everything comes together, its magic. A stellar Press review can make or break a Designer, even Hair and Makeup brands.

Unless, of course your name is Pat. Pat McGrath. She remains the beauty Czar of the beauty biz, calm, cool and collected. Much like Gisele or Naomi at the height of their fame, she's the cat's meow. When CG sent me the new SPRING/ SUMMER 2012 Fashion Week Runway Collection created and inspired with Pat, I was ecstatic. This is the Mac Daddy of exciting new product for Spring. Seriously, the clear bag was HUGE, filled with a gazillion products. Packaged in a very cool and useful, CG MAKEUP BAG it keeps the CG pieces neatly in place. Here's a breakdown of some of CG's Spring/ Summer 2012 Fashion Runway Week products. Pat used to create visions extraordinaire.




"At Stella McCartney, healthy flawless skin exuded a sporty confidence that matched the casual elegance of the collection."     

To get the look, try CoverGirl & Olay Tone Rehab, combines foundation and a hydrating serum that blends effortlessly. It feels like air and looks flawless on the skin. Even helps improve skin tone. With Pat behind the blending wheel, there is a spot-on shade for everyone.

"At Loius Vuitton, the beauty look was flawless sculpted skin offset with fluttery full lashes, inspired by ladylike femininity and doll-like innocence."

To get the look, try CoverGirl LashBlast 24HR Mascara. It delivers thick, bold, full lashes. Intense volume that lasts up to 24HRS. Go bold or go bust. With shades like enduring black, blue black, black gold and black brown, everyone is a winner.
Offset by Lip Perfection in Delish, it was perfect model symmetry, a smoldering eye and a subtle lip.

CG BlastFlipstick may be my new favorite lip product. One matte shade and one complimentary shimmer lets you be the artist for a day. Flashy, a bold violet/ lilac combo recreates Pat's blended Yohji lip Spring 2012.

Yohji Spring 2012

  

                                                                                                 

Sophia Vergara for Cover Girl

CG's BlastFlipstick, one matte shae, one shimmer is hot, hot, hot for the runway & the red carpet. I Like Tease, a red stunner paired with a flashy gold, a bold shade Sophia might wear.

Some fun, fantastic new Spring/ Summer CG products just because it's Fashion week, Award season and every day is a good day to look like a supermodel, feel like a million bucks.  

It's February and us girls deserve a little Spring in our step and some pretty, fresh CoverGirl color on the face.

CG's LipPerfection Lipcolor 
Super moist, cool packaging, your lips will feel smoother in seven days. Love that. The colors are right on, Sultry a mauve pink is a no brainer. LipPerfection Lipcolor is the smart Valentine's day gift. Treat yourself, you never know whose lips you might be kissing.


Then there's the one & only, the original QUEEN. The lovely, confident, super sexy, talented Queen Latifah. So regal, so stunning, a CG spokesperson. CoverGirl developed  The Queen Collection. The new Lasting Matte Powder is suited for sensitive skin and the shades look radiant on darker skin tones. The long lasting matte powder tones down the shine, without leaving the skin looking ashy. The bronzer, an InStyle Best Beauty Buy 2011 favorite.

Queen Latifah & CoverGirl

CG Queen Collection Lip Color Moist shades for darker skin tones. I would use Spicy Seduction, Coffee Break and Nude Attitude anytime. I love a good neutral with an attitude.

For the Lash Fanatic in you, check out CG Queen Collection's waterproof, voluminzing mascara by the same name.
The Lash Surround Brush makes sure each and every lash is hit with the maximum amount of product.

CoverGirl's Queen Vivid Impact Eyeliner is waterproof, smudge proof and long-lasting. In a range of deep shades with a slanted blendable tip, it's perfect for creating sexy, smoky eyes. I watched Pat create a smokey eye with one pencil & a few strokes. Genius. I like Truffle, a rich, rusty brown and Gilt, a shimmering gold with a hint of green.

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"Pat McGrath's visionary makeup looks are a favorite among today’s top designers, models, and celebrities. She creates exquisite beauty looks for more than 25 catwalks every season, including Dolce & Gabbana, PRADA, Lanvin, Valentino, Louis Vuitton, and Stella McCartney.
In 2004, Pat became Procter & Gamble's Global Creative Design Director. She leads the cosmetic division's creative design and development, bringing fashion-forward runway looks to the masses."

Pat McGrath

The Grass Is Greener

CoverGirl has teamed up with the legendary, makeup artist Pat McGrath. NatureLuxe was a hit on the Fall/Winter 2011 runway. It's available in stores near you. The NEW CoverGirl NatureLuxe line rocks. Pat & CG together. Hello, are you kidding? I received the products, and couldn't wait to get my hands on the natural, good for you, innovative line. Available at drugstores nationwide, it's luxe, premium cosmetics at their best. The price is right, too.

NatureLuxe Silk Foundation, the original product, is your first step towards natural, glowing skin. Filled with jojoba, rosehip extract, cucumber & water, it's a facial in a foundation. The texture is light and airy, and the shades are spot on. The foundation comes with an SPF 15, so you can save your money & stop worrying about your skin. Silk Foundation created by Pat McGrath for CoverGirl? Try it, you won't regret it. She's known for her talent extraordinaire, color expertise and skin- shading super ability.




CoverGirl Intense ShadowBlast Eye Color, available in 6 intense shades. With a built in primer, it applies like a liquid, but dries to a long-lasting, powder finish. It's water resistant and crease proof. From lush, gold green, rich brown and grey blue, there's a shade for everyone. 


CoverGirl NatureLuxe Mousse Mascara gives your lashes a lift, while leaving them feeling light. It's great for sensitive eyes. The mousse formula contains beeswax, carnuba wax and tapioca polymers, for a soft, smooth feel on the lash. It's great for day, while running errands you'll looking like a million bucks. It's the touch of mascara that lasts into the night & won't break the bank.

                                                          





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