Archive April 2011
Kevyn Aucoin on Sale at Hautelook
Another fabulous sale on Hautelook today! Kevyn Aucoin is up to 70% off now through Friday. They’re selling eyeshadow palettes, tons of single shadows, cream shadows, lipglosses, brow pencil, and foundation (no SSE’s though 
).
If I were you I’d pick up the eyelash curler!! It’s only $7 and it’s a-mazing. Little known fact: Kevyn Aucoin actually designed Shu Umura’s famous eyelash curler. I love it!
Check it out HERE
**Hautelook is a website that hosts private, online sales. It’s similar to GiltGroup. You have to register to see/buy from the sale, but I have bought from them in the past and they are totally legit. Past beauty sales have included Urban Decay, Laura Mercier, CoverFX etc..
Hot Makeup: Vogue Russia
Just in time for Summer! This tanning story from the May 2011 issue of Vogue Russia is to die for, everything about it is pure genius.
Makeup Artist: Roshar
Hair Stylist: Linh Nguyen
Photographer: Jamie Nelson
Manicure: Julie Kandalec,
Set Design: Danielle Von Braun
Vincent Longo Sale on Hautelook
Vincent Longo is on sale now through Wednesday at Hautelook.com! They are selling their Waterproof Liners, Eyeshadow Trios, Liquid Shadows, lipgloss, lipstick as well as tons of eyeliners and lip liners for over 50% off.
Check it out HERE
**Hautelook is a website that hosts private, online sales. It’s similar to GiltGroup. You have to register to see/buy from the sale, but I have bought from them in the past and they are totally legit. Past beauty sales have included Urban Decay, Laura Mercier, CoverFX etc..
Earth Day 2011- Beautify Your Face and the Planet
While every day should be “Earth Day,” April 22nd is the world’s official day to inspire awareness and appreciation for our planet! Since it’s obvious that Mother Earth is not in the best shape these days, it’s our duty to help her out! This year, beautify the earth by beautifying yourself! Trust me, you’ll feel good inside and out.
Check out these deals for Earth Day 2011!
Cargo Cosmetics:
Receive 50% off Cargo cosmetic’s line “PlantLove,” which contains 100% natural products. This sale lasts until April 30th! Use the promo code: EARTH11 at checkout.
Visit PlantLove’s products here.
Origins
Bring an empty skincare container (any brand!!) to an Origin’s store or retail counter for recycling, and they will give you a free fullsize facial cleanser! Choose from their “A Perfect World Antioxidant Cleanser with White Tea” or “Checks and Balances Frothy Face Wash.”
Fill out this form, pack your empty container and head to the Origins closest to you!
Kiehl’s
Kiehl’s is not only celebrating Earth Day this year, but also their 160th anniversary! In honor of these very important reasons to celebrate, Kiehls has enlisted actors Michael C. Hall and Chloe Sevigny to design limited-edition labels for their Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque. The masque helps purify and detoxify skin while minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores. It is formulated with Amazonian white clay to gently draw out oil, dirt and toxins and the addition of oatmeal and aloe vera helps soothe, hydrate and protect sensitive skin.
All proceeds will go to the Waterkeeper Alliance, a charity that works against water pollution. Visit Kiehl’s site here.
Aveda
Aveda has set aside not only today, but this entire month in honor of Earth Day! Purchase one of their “Light The Way Candles” and 100% of the proceeds will go toward providing clean water to those who are in need. Buy a “Light the Way Candle” Here
Josie Maran
Josie Maran is going all out this Earth Day! Not only can you receive free shipping on orders over $25 (enter the code: EARTHY at checkout), she is also selling an amazing Earth Day Essential Kit packed with her bestselling eco-friendly products (for only $22)! Also, be sure to “like” her Argan Oil page on Sephora.com, because Josie is donating $1 for every “like” she gets to the Women’s Earth Alliance!
Chantecaille
Ok, so this may not be a deal but Chantecaille’s Sea Turtle Pallete is too gorgeous not to put on this list. At $78 a pop it’s definitely not cheap, but a portion of the proceeds go toward the Wider Caribbean Sea Turtle Conservation network. You’ll be able to justify dropping the cash if it helps sea turtles, right? 
Katy Perry’s GHD Ads Released
Last month, Katy Perry announced her newly signed endorsement deal with GHD hair products and today, the highly anticipated ads, shot by legendary photographer David LaChapelle, have been released. In the ads, Katy looking gorgeous, sporting three separate hairstyles to embody three very different eras.
“I’m so excited to be working with ghd, especially using their tools on my ‘California Dreams’ tour to get me stage ready. ghd products have a reputation of being the best products in the biz, and I like being associated with that.” – Katy Perry
Dress by Atelier Pavoni
“Katy is the epitome of modern fashion and styling. Her unique, ever changing looks are the envy of style devotees around the world. Katy completely embodies ghd’s spirit of female transformation and empowerment, as she is seen as a cutting edge style icon unafraid to push fashion and beauty boundaries. Sassy, stylish and sexy, Katy is the perfect partner for ghd.”
-Paul Stoneham, the CEO of GHD, on the brand’s new celeb partner.
What do you think of the ads?
Makeup Malfunction: Ashley Judd
Why does this keep happening?
Yesterday, Ashley Judd appeared at a New York Barnes and Noble to promote her new Memoir, All Things Bitter and Sweet.
Unfortunately today, people are not talking about her book, but rather the white powder all over her face. Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria and Uma Thurman have all fallen victim to this type of makeup malfunction. The #1 suspect is a certain HD powder, although the brand vehemently denies it the claims.
Hot Makeup: Vogue Austrailia by Max Doyle
I’m in love with the makeup and hair in this circus inspired editorial in May 2011′s issue of Vogue Australia! The continuation of white from her hair, eyebrows and clothing is genius. Not to mention, Hannah’s skin looks incredible!!!
Makeup: Justine Purdue
Hair: Kevin Murphy
Photographer: Max Doyle
Model: Hannah Holman
4 Natural Face Masks Using Eggs
Just got home from the grocery store and upon entering my house, I dropped the eggs, leaving half of the carton cracked!! I do not waste food, and since I would hate for all of those chickens to have laid in vain, I began researching quick ways to use these broken eggs. While my boyfriend had his heart set on the world’s largest breakfast burrito, I decided to rub them on my face instead 
Check out some easy all natural masks you can whip up with ingredients from your own kitchen!
Acne Mask for Oily Skin
This mask is fantastic for acne prone, oily skin. The oatmeal gently exfoliates skin, the egg tightens pores and the lemon juice acts as a natural astringent.
1 egg white
1/3 cup oatmeal
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
What to Do:
Mix the egg white and oatmeal together in a bowl. Add olive oil and lemon juice to the mix. Apply to the face for 15 minutes and rinse with warm water.
Rejuvenating Mask
This recipe blends uses chickpeas to soften the skin, a banana to reduce puffiness and redness, and an egg to tighten pores.
1 Egg
4 Tablespoons Chickpea Flour
1 Banana
What to Do:
Blend chickpea flour and the banana together until it forms a paste. Beat the egg and add it to the mixture, mixing well. Apply to the face for 15 minutes and rinse off with warm water.
Acne Mask for Dry Skin
The egg yolk is rich in fat which moisturizes and soothes your skin. They also contain Vitamin A which is found in many prescription acne medications.
1 Egg yolk
What to Do:
Spread the egg yolk gently over your entire face. Leave on for 15-30 minutes and rinse with warm water.
Refining Mask for Very Dry Skin
This hydrating and skin enriching egg yolk mask will soothe, smooth and refine dry and scaly skin. The honey helps to heal and the yogurt gently exfoliates and cleanses while refining and tightening your pores
This mask will soothe, smooth and refine extremely dry skin. The honey and almond oil helps to moisturize, while the yogurt gently cleanses the skin.
1 Egg yolk
1 tablespoon organic Honey
1/2 teaspoon Almond oil
1 tablespoon Plain unflavored Yogurt
What to Do:
Mix all of the ingredients together in a small bowl until they form a smooth paste. Spread the mixture over your face and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water and apply a rich moisturizer.
Exfoliating Mask
This toning egg yolk mask exfoliates, soothes and tightens the skin.
2 Egg yolks
1/2 cup Plain unflavored Yogurt, with active culture
1/2 teaspoon Sea salt
What to Do:
Mix all of the ingredients together until you have a smooth paste. Spread the paste gently on your face and leave on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.
