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Beauty Black Book: Makeup and Beauty Product Reviews, Tips and News
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Lip Combo: MAC Angel Lipstick & Lipglass

I sported this courtroom combo the other day and had to share a quick photo with you. MAC recently launched a collection called Fashion Sets in which they paired a lipstick, matching Lipglass and nai...

23 may 12

Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet, Le Distinguée #33

Well, she finally arrived and I couldn’t be more thrilled with Le Distinguée – a peach/pink (she’s more peach than pink) beauty! If you’ve read any of my Chanel Rouge Allure V...

23 may 12

Chanel Le Vernis in Beige #565

Although I don’t consider it a must-have, if you like neutral tips you’ll appreciate the new Chanel polish in Beige (this is the “surprise” polish Chanel announced about a wee...

23 may 12

MAC Hey Sailor! & My Must-Haves from the Collection

Ahoy mateys! Busy or not there’s no way I could let a collection of this size go by without sharing a few photographs, swatches and my inital thoughts. The MAC Hey Sailor collection is a biggie...

23 may 12

Dior Rouge Automatic Lip Liner, Spicy Pink (#676)

You know a product is good when you purchase it more than once. This versatile terracotta rosy-pink retractable lip liner is amongst my favorites – it goes with most of my rosy pinks, beiges an...

14 may 12

Dior Vernis in Bikini (Croisette Summer 2012)

If this new Dior nail polish (from the Croisette Summer 2012 Collection) in Bikini doesn’t have you jazzed for summer well, I don’t know what will! I wore this polish the other day and lo...

13 may 12

Diorskin Nude Glow Tan Bronzer in Amber is Making me See Red…

For the past couple of months I’ve been having a not so pleasant time with technical issues on this blog. Without getting into all the details (which you do not need to be bored with), let̵...

13 may 12

This Chanel Duo in Sable is a Contrast of Jump Starting Shadows!

This week, I’ve kept my eye makeup on the neutral side. I didn’t feel it was appropriate to sit in a courtroom sporting neon shadows or brights – no need to create any unnecessary d...

13 may 12

Sneak Peek: Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet in La Distinguée (online exclusive)

During summer months, I prefer light fabrics and light feeling makeup. That’s why I prefer to wear glossy finish lipsticks versus a heavier finish like that of a matte. But when I heard Chanel ...

13 may 12

Sneak Peek: Dior Summer Mix

I just got off the phone a few moments ago with the lovely boutique manager of Dior Beauty in Las Vegas*. She informed me the bright, colorful and overall fun collection of polish and glosses called ...

13 may 12

Feel Good Friday, My Week in Beauty & Tales from the Courtroom

  I’ve spent the greater part of this week listening… From 8:30-4:00 I sit quietly observing, taking in information and doing my utmost best not to think about the lineup of beauty product...

11 may 12

Soleil Tan de Chanel Bronzing Powder in Sable Rose is Warming Me Up!

I’ve tried lots of bronzers. Loads in fact! But this year, none have warmed me up quite like the Soleil Tan de Chanel Bronzing Powder in Sable Rose.   Chanel’s summer 2012 offering i...

08 may 12

What’s on My Vanity…

I’m not one of those people that go on food binges very often but this weekend I ran a muck! After having had way too much sugar, I’m ready to detox and get back on track eating healthful...

07 may 12

Paper Dolls, Dressing Up & Sam Edelman Shoes…

This afternoon, I was poking around a few of my favorite fashion websites – one of my preferred ways to shop for new looks - searching for inspiration to breathe new life into my summer wardrob...

05 may 12

Beauty Alert: Chanel has a (Nail) Secret. Any Guesses?

Just like some people read the paper each morning to catch up on global events, I scour the internet looking for beauty news – missing out on a limited edition release or announcement of a supe...

05 may 12

Clarins Kohl Kajal in Violet: More Color Intensity and $12 Less than Guerlain Indigo!

  I’m going to get right to it…   I’ve already whined about how let down I was by the Guerlain by Emilio Pucci Kohl Kajal in Indigo. But I’m a beauty investigator (a...

04 may 12

Feel Good Friday & My Week in Beauty…

A new month started, the close of the first week of that month is but days away and a festive celebration (Cinco de Mayo) are mere hours away. I have a sneaking suspicion May is going to be a month f...

04 may 12

Simply Vera Transforming Shadow Duo in #406

Ladies and gents, we have one more retail shopping option for beautiful shadows that aren’t found in department stores, or in the rows and rows of well known and funky brands at drugstores. Nop...

04 may 12

Sneak Peek: Dior Vernis, Les Violets Hypnotique

We won’t have access to these beauties in the United States until sometime in July, but I can tell you I am going to pounce on these Dior nail polishes like a jungle cat!   Inspired by hue...

04 may 12

Clarins Enchanted Color Quartet and Liner Palette Captivates with its Exotic Hues and Lyrical Lumin...

Sitting at my vanity the other day, I had the urge to paint my eyes in a combination that made them look sultry, mysterious and exotic. I was wearing my hair in a loose top knot, a burned out, slight...

04 may 12

Mangoes & Memories: Clarins Enchanted Summer Lip Balm in Nude Dehli Takes me Back in Time…

The moment I twisted the cap from Clarins Enchanted Summer Lip Balm in Nude Dehli, I was immediately reminded of summer. One summer in particular…   It was the 70′s. I was 10 years o...

03 may 12

Get the Look: Smoky Cat Eye with Tom Pecheux (video)

One of my favorite things to do when I’m either a) working out or b) killing time is watching makeup tutorials. I especially enjoy watching the masters – professional artists whose handiw...

02 may 12 1 person likes this

Most Loved List: April 2012

I don’t know about you, but April was a whirlwind month. Between drastic fluxes in weather and a flurried release of summer collections, it was an all systems go 30 days!   But no matter t...

02 may 12

Guerlain by Pucci Terracotta Khôl Kajal in Indigo – She’s Pretty but Subdued

Expectations. We all have them, even though wisdom tells us to let go of expectations – nothing and no one can live up to our ideals.   But in makeup, expectations are what set our hearts ...

01 may 12

What’s On my Vanity…

Recently, I overheard someone talk about the correlation between fragrance and color. Apparently, when this fragrance connoisseur smells an aroma, he is immediately reminded of a color and describes ...

01 may 12

Dior Waterproof Eyeliner in Turquoise (Croisette Summer 2012)

Is this pencil truly waterproof? Yes (even in the waterline)!   Does it wear for hours and hours? Yes!   Does it irritate my sensitive eyes? No!   Do I recommend it? Yes, it’s a ...

30 apr 12

Dior 5-Couleurs Croisette Edition Shadows in Aurora

I know, I know, I said I wasn’t picking up the Aurora palette from the Dior Croisette Summer 2012 collection but I couldn’t help myself! The quality of the Swimming Pool palette was so im...

30 apr 12

Coming Attractions: Chanel Summer 2012

I’ve only had these products for a couple of days and didn’t want to delay showing you photos and swatches any longer – these limited edition collections go quickly and it might be helpful for ...

28 apr 12

Feel Good Friday & My Week in Beauty…

From time to time (weekly to be exact) I like to put down the review pen and share a little about my week in beauty. And of course, a few non-beauty related escapades of the week – a gal can’t ...

27 apr 12

Guerlain by Emilio Pucci Powder Brush (summer 2012)

Brush lovers, you’ll find yourself lamenting if you don’t get your hands on the Guerlain by Emilio Pucci Powder Brush. It is not only a striking design (who doesn’t love deep oceans...

27 apr 12

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