I Heart Hot Pink

Makeup Forever's #36

I am LOVING the hot pink lipstick trend this seez!!  I found the perfect shade at Sephora and needless to say, I'm obsessed!  It's Makeup Forever's #36, and you can check it out and read the stellar reviews here.  Not only is it beautiful, but it stays on FOREVER (must be how they came up with the name)!  What got me into this trend was seeing it worn CORRECTLY.  It's definitely an easy look to get wrong, but even easier to get RIGHT, and when you do - GAWJUS!!!

Hot Pink DO!
PERFECTION!

My personal makeup philosophy is that you should either do a dark eye and light lip (I posted about THE perfect lipstick color that'll achieve this look here), OR, you should do a dark lip and natural eye.  With that philosophy in mind, it only makes sense that when you're wearing hot pink lipstick, you should avoid colored eye shadows and heavy eyeliner, which will result in a very made-up look.  Instead, keep the rest of your makeup simple, opting for a light eye in a neutral color so your lips are the primary focus.

Hot Pink DON'T!
Yikes!

To REALLY perfect this look, try wearing your hot pink lipstick with something unexpected.  Instead of wearing it with a fancy schmancy outfit, try it out with a cozy sweater, like this cute little striped number from Topshop; the contrast of the bright pink lips with the black and white stripes is SUPER fun.

Now all you have to do is graciously accept all of the compliments that come your way!

Makeup Forever's #36 gets a rating of 5 out of 5 lipsticks:

No Time for Makeup?

Then The Multiple by NARS is for you!!!  It's PERFECT for those days when you don't have time to really sit and do your makeup.  The Multiple is a multi-purpose stick that goes on your eyes, cheeks, and lips (although it's a bit drying for the lips so I use whatever gloss I'm feelin' instead).  

The Picture That Inspired
The Multiple!

The story behind The Multiple is SO cool.  Years ago, there was a Harper's Bazaar spread where six makeup artists showcased a look, and the products they used were written at the bottom of the page.  On Francois Nars's page (seen at the left), only one product was written: Tangier Lipstick.  He'd used ONLY that lipstick on the model's eyes, cheeks, and lips.  It was a hit and people began trying to copy the look, but since lipstick is only meant for the lips, a new formula had to be created.  And so, The Multiple was born!

The Multiple looks great alone, or worn over whatever kind of makeup you use as a base.  Sometimes, I wear it over Bobbi Brown's SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm, which I posted about here, and then I apply a little mascara, a little gloss - and PRESTO!  It comes in lots of colors, but I like the bronze-type shades because they really give your skin a sun-kissed glow.  (The color in my makeup drawer these days is South Beach.)  It takes a minute to apply, and then you can drop it in your purse and hit the road...such a relief to carry only ONE product around!  


Most importantly, The Multiple gives you the freedom to hit the snooze button a few more times and get that LITTLE BIT of extra beauty sleep.  ;)


The Multiple by NARS gets a rating of 4 out of 5 lipsticks:

10% Off at Robert G Salon!

It's official: I am now a redhead!  Yesterday, I tweeted the Before pic of myself as I was awaiting the big change, and now I'm super excited to reveal the After!!! Whaddya think??  

Call Me Red, Dahling!

Ready to Change it
Up for Fall

My Dolores!

If you like what you see and live in or around the Big Apple, visit Robert G Salon in Greenwich Village and mention The Glamour Addict to receive 10% off services with Dolores - my FABULOUS hairdresser - from now through December 31st!  Dolores just joined the team at Robert G and I can see why.  I love this place!  The first thing she did when I walked in was hand me a glass of wine (which TOTALLY helped to calm my nerves as I was changing from a brunette to a redhead).  The second thing she did was offer me a plate of cookies from Milk & Cookies - a BEYOND delicious bakery two doors down that serves up the most SCRUMPTIOUS cookies (which, BTW, are guaranteed to be a MAJOR HIT if you bring them to someone's house as a little treat)!

Chetan, Dolores, &
Genevieve of
The Robert G Salon

I just really felt like I was getting the celeb treatment.  And speaking of celebs - Sarah Jessica Parker, Gilmore Girls's Alexis Bledel, and Mariah Carey are only SOME of the famous peeps who've had their hair done at Robert G.  Oh, and did I mention that Robert G is pet friendly?  Bring in your pup and feed him or her doggie treats from the jar at the reception desk!  Such a cute little touch!

As for Dolores - she is just BEYOND!  I've been with her for a year and followed her to Robert G because I LOVE her work.  She REALLY listens to what you say and knows how to make a change that's impactful, yet subtle.  I always leave feeling  super excited as I strut down the street debuting my new locks!


So if you feel like changing it up for fall, I highly recommend you pay a visit to Dolores at Robert G.  10% off, wine, sweets, treats for your dog, and a saucy new look...it doesn't get much better than that!


PS...I recently tweeted about Essie's Midnight Cami - a gorgeous, deep blue, which I'm wearing on my nails in these pics...LOVE!

Midnight Cami

Follow Your Bliss

Every year on my birthday, I treat myself to a facial at Bliss.  It was THISCLOSE to not happening this year because the esthetician immediately asked if I was there for the "ultimate anti-aging facial" and I almost ran out of the room crying.  BUT, once we got past that, I ended up learning about the best face wash/makeup remover I've EVER used!


Straight up, I gotta say that this stuff is PRICEY...$28!  But I love what it's done for my skin so much that I'm willing to shell out the dough.  Bliss Clog Dissolving Cleansing Milk smells fresh, leaves skin SUPER soft, doesn't clog pores, and ACTUALLY GETS MASCARA OFF!!!  Before discovering this product, I'd use a makeup remover and then a face wash, and both would leave my skin feeling clogged and dull.  

I was skeptical when the esthetician told me about this product simply because it was a 2-in-1 deal (kinda like how I feel about Pert Plus, ya know??).  But she taught me how to use it properly: squirt some on a wet cotton round and wipe your face with it to get makeup off (SO satisfying to see your makeup coming off on the cotton round), then squirt some into your hands and wash your face with it.  It feels super light and milky on your skin, while also doing a FANTASTIC job of removing dirt and makeup.  It also evens out the skin tone - something I've never experienced!  The areas around my nose and chin are usually red, but not anymore.  I can't say enough about this product, and encourage everyone to follow their bliss!

Think Pink

Bridge!

I don't know about you, but as far as makeup goes, I absolutely DIE for a 50's-inspired look with dark eyes and light lips, a la Brigette Bardot!  The combination of a dark and smokey eye with a sweet and innocent lip just screams BOMBSHELL!  That's why I was BEYOND excited when I found Wet N' Wild's Mega Last Lip Color in Think Pink.  


I'd been looking for a bubblegum shade like this for years, and had spent LOTS o' money on swankier brands.  Turns out, the answer was two blocks away at my local drugstore, for $3.00!  In-sane.

Think Pink

Think Pink is a matte color, which I happen to love.  However, if that's not your style, you can always swipe some gloss over it for a shinier look.  The color does have two tiny drawbacks.  It goes on a bit heavy and can leave a tiny chalk line on the lips.  (If you apply it and pucker your lips in the mirror, you'll see a distinct line between where you've applied it and the rest of your lips.)  To fix this, I lightly lick the tip of my finger and dab it along the line, blending it in.  It can also be a tad drying, which is easily fixed by making sure to apply a smooth chapstick beforehand.  (I'm OBSESSED with Softlips, also available at drugstores.)  These are minor issues that can be easily solved...once you start wearing it, you'll figure out just how to work it and you'll be thinkin' pink in no time!


Wet N' Wild's Mega Last Lip Color in Think Pink gets a rating of 4 out of 5 lipsticks:

The J. Lo Glow!

Has anyone else been trying to figure out how to get that fresh and dewy look that J.Lo always has?!  Well, to quote the 80’s band Survivor, “The search is over!”  Meet my latest beauty find: Bobbi Brown’s SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm.

OBSESSED!!!!!!!

Okay, so at $52.00, Bobbi Brown’s Balm (BBB) is pre-tty pricey!  However, I consider it an investment since it’s the only product I’ve tried that achieves that glowy look I’ve been searching for.  Plus, since you only need to use a little bit at a time, it lasts FOREVER!  I’ve had mine for a year and am only halfway through the jar.

A “lightweight foundation alternative,” BBB provides coverage while maintaining a lightweight feel.  AND, having been chosen as Real Simple Magazine’s “Most Hydrating” tinted moisturizer in February 2011, it’s the perfect solution to keeping your skin super soft during the upcoming winter months.  When worn underneath your makeup, BBB looks GAWJUS, and will hold the color of your bronzer and blush very nicely.  I also LOVE LOVE LOVE to wear it alone because it gives me the appearance of having naturally luminous skin.  Try it with a bit of mascara and lip tint for a fresh and pretty look.  You can go here to buy Fresh’s Sugar Rose Tinted Lip Treatment ($22.50), which goes on like BUTTAH!…SO creamy, and adds just a hint of color.  HOWEVA, since very few people in their right mind would spend $22.50 on a lip tint (mine was a gift), I’ll tell you that you can achieve the exact same look for $1.75 by going here and rockin' it middle school-style with some BONNE BELL Lip Smackers (I KNOW!) in Dr. Pepper.

Because BBB is SO creamy and yummy, applying it to your entire face will give you a slightly greasy look.  In order to get the desired dewiness, it’s best to apply it to your cheeks ONLY.  With a little bit of experimentation, I’ve figured out juuuust how to work it.  Take a look below to see how to properly apply it, and when you’re ready to get your J. Lo on, you can buy BBB here.

1. Moisturize!
2. Using a makeup sponge, apply a tinted moisturizer to your T-Zone (forehead, nose, and chin).
3. Use a creamy concealer to brighten up your eyes.
4. Using your finger, swipe some BBB out of the jar (I use a dollop equivalent to the tip of my finger on each cheek...a little goes a long way), and dab it onto your cheeks. Use the makeup sponge to blend the BBB into your cheeks and upwards, into your hairline.  Voila!  Your T-Zone and the area underneath your eyes are nicely covered, and your cheeks look fresh, dewy, and luminous!
5. Be prepared to accept tons of compliments on your glowing and radiant skin!!