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The 4 Best Concealers for Every Under Eye Concern

07.5.13

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Fine lines, dark circles…under the eyes can be one of the most troublesome areas to camouflage on the face. Here’s a list of my favorite under eye concealers—for whatever eye concern you have!

1. Cle de Peau-  at $70 it’s a splurge but it’s worth every penny. Not only does this creamy concealer cover flawlessly with one swipe, it doesn’t settle into fine lines and stays put all day. Though it’s pricey, it lasts forever!

2. Laura Merceir Secret Concealer- looking for a moisturizing conditioner that also covers dark circles? This is a great choice. $22

3. Benefit Cosmetics Erase Paste-  this smooth blending concealer not only conceals the toughest of dark circles, but also brightens. $26

4. NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer-  this has become my go to day to day concealer. Not quite liquid and not quite a cream, this concealer instantly brightens the under eye area but also provides serious coverage. Also works as a highlighter. $28

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I Spy a New NARS Concealer For My Dark Under Eyes

06.3.13

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I’ve really fallen in love with NARS in the past year. I love the range of colors–especially for the olive, tan and darker skinned beauties.  My daily makeup routine includes the NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer (in Annapurna). I’ve also converted one of my besties and sister to it.

So of course I had to try their new Radiant Creamy Concealer (in Custard). I’m happy to report I was not disappointed. It covers beautifully and really does illuminate the under eye area.

 

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Get Kate Beckinsale’s Hair and Makeup for the Total Recall Premier

08.8.12

Celebrity hairstylist artist Mara Roszak created Kate Beckinsale’s look for the Total Recall premiere in Los Angeles. Taking inspiration from Kate’s structured dress, Roszak created a texturized look for the red carpet. Roszak described Kate’s look as “edgy and undone, with an effortless feel.”

 

Get Kate’s hair in three simple steps:

 

Prep and Texturize- Achieving the undone quality of Kate’s hair relies on creating texture while preventing flyaways. Start by evenly applying John Frieda Frizz-Ease Curl Reviver Styling Mousse ($5.99 at drugstores) through towel-dried hair to tame frizz, boost shine and build texture. For added volume, spray roots with a texturizing spray and rough dry.

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Secure the Style- Next, twist small sections of hair to create tousled texture. Once hair is completely dry, gently tease the crown for a bit of height. Next, pull hair back create a loose braid. Tuck the ends under and pin in place with bobby pins, crossing the pins to secure the look and make sure the braid stays in place. Allow pieces in the front to fall out and frame the face.

 

Polish and Perfect- To finish the look, spray John Frieda Frizz-Ease Moisture Barrier Firm-Hold Hair Spray ($5.99 at drugstores) on your fingertips and pinch sections while rubbing your fingers together on the hair to add more texture and break up the look. Then in an even, all-around motion, mist a thin coat of hair spray to set the look.

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After your hair is perfectly set using Rozak’s steps, use my steps to get her makeup look as well:

 

Using a liquid foundation like Make Up For Ever’s Face and Body ($40 at Sephora), apply foundation with a damp sponge, I love the Beauty Blender ($19.95 at Sephora), all over the face.

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Apply a cream blush to the apples and/or cheekbones like NARS The Multiple ($39 at Sephora) in shade Orgasm. Blend the color well with the sponge.

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Apply a cream shadow in a cool shimmer gray, like Make Up For Ever Aqua Cream ($23 at Sephora) color 2 Steel, from the lashes to just below the crease with a flat shadow brush like Sigma’s E55 ($9 at SigmaBeauty.com).

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With a clean blending brush, like Sigma’s E40 ($11 at SigmaBeauty.com) blend the crease so there is a soft fade of color just above the crease.

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Using a liner/pencil brush like Sigma’s E30 ($9 at SigmaBeauty.com), pull this color up beyond the lashes to create a ‘winged’ or cat eye shape. The idea is to create this shape with the shadow alone and not a hard liner.

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Use a black liner with a metallic inflection like the Sephora Collection Retractable Waterproof Eyeliner in 09 Glitter Black ($12 at Sephora). The black will provide a hard line and contrast against the gray, while the shimmer will reflect light.

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Apply the cream shadow within the lower lashes with the liner/pencil brush from previous step.

 

Line the lower water line with a bronze pencil like the Lorac Eye Shadow/Liner in shade Paparazzi ($18 at Sephora). This also follows the shimmer effect with silver metallic inflections.

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Apply a deep black mascara like Rimmel’s ScandalEyes in 003 Extreme Black ($6.99 at Ulta).

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Because the emphasis is on the eyes, the lips were kept neutral by sweeping a light gloss over the lips. Try Revlon ColorBurst Lipgloss in Crystal Lilac ($7.49 at Ulta).

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Set the t-zone with a powder like Make Up For Ever Super Matte Loose Powder ($26 at Sephora) using a large powder brush like Sigma’s F30 ($19 at SigmaBeauty.com).

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Voila! You’re done and looking like a million bucks with glistening eyes and fantastic hair!

 

 

-x-

JenniferK

 

 

NARS Fall 2012 Collection Preview

02.8.12

Bold. Breathtaking. Seductive.

These are the adjectives used to describe the new Fall 2012 Color Collection, now available from NARS!

**With brand new product names like, “Undress Me,” for their shimmery multi-purpose highlighter stick, the racy description fits. This ballerina pink highlighter with silver shimmer can be used on eyes, face, lips and body and was recognized by InStyle as the ‘Best Overall Highlighter’ noted as “mistake-proof color, quick and easy to apply.”

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Undress Me, $39

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New Wave Palette, $55

You’ll also find in the new collection, deep rich eyeshadow shades in their ‘High Society’ trio featuring Lavender, Matte Forest Green, and Irridescent Amethyst.

** Or if you’re looking to edge up your look this Fall, pick up their New Wave Eye Palette, with 6 vibrant eyeshadows in violet, chartreuse, electric blue, and black.

 

** I’ll be looking to treat myself to their new lip colors in ‘Autumn Leaves,’ sheer lipstick and ‘Rouge Tribal,’ lip gloss. I love a great red shade and it seems Autumn Leaves will give you a sheer, long lasting natural tint that I recommend topping off with a gloss like Rouge Tribal for a high impact shine. I always say a little gloss can go a long way for your sex appeal.

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Autumn Leaves, sheer lipstick $24 …… Rouge Tribal, Large than Life lip gloss $26

So many new products, so little time! I foresee polish like Storm Bird, taking over the nail trend for Fall. At Summer’s end I’m usually ready to trade in the fun neon shades for something more subdued. The gray shade should go nicely with my fading tan. Pickup all the latest products at Sephora, its never too early to prep your Fall makeup bag.

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More, hydrating velvet gloss lip pencil $24

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Storm Bird, opaque nail polish $18

Check out more from NARS here: Fall 2012 Collection

 

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