Portable makeup for women on the go SheKnows.com, AZ - 23 hours ago Today's busy women are looking for quality makeup products that can perform multiple functions and come in very portable containers. ...

You've read reviews (I know I have). You've seen the TV ad. But how well does it work? I've been dying to try this mascara for a while now & I finally had the opportunity to buy it the other day & test it out for myself.

How was it? I absolutely love it! The comb wand separated & defined my lashes while adding volume. And guess what? Very little clumping. This one's definitely a keeper in my makeup bag!

i love fake lashes, but i have to admit that the application process can be a bit frustrating. but what if you could have someone else apply them and they would stay on for like, 2 months? that is just crazy talk! right?! wrong.

celebrity makeup artist skyy hadley applies xtreme lashes lash extensions to celebrities and every day ladies alike. here, she answers makeup loves me's questions about the process.



1. how long does application take? the process can take anywhere from 1-2 hours depending on the shape of your eye and how many lashes you are going to have applied.

2. is it safe? xtreme lashes are safe but you need to make sure to attend to them and maintain them. you cannot pull on them, and although they are waterproof they cannot get wet within the first 24 hours of application.

3. what sort of people (besides celebs!) usually get xtreme lashes? many women come in for xtreme lashes for their weddings (cry-proof), birthday parties and the time around the holidays.

4. would they be appropriate for someone who works in an office? xtreme lashes are suitable for everyone and are great for the business woman since they help take time off in the morning applying and reapplying mascara.

5. how long do the lashes stay on? xtreme lashes last from 2 - 3 months, but remember they must be treated correctly, no pulling and they cannot get wet for the complete 24 hours after the application.

6. do they need to be professionally removed? the xtreme lashes shed on their own once they age.

thank you so much to skyy for answering these questions. skyy hadley applies xtreme lashes at her hoboken nail salon, as "u" wish.

image: www.xtremelashes.com

Canadians - It's Elizabeth Arden Bonus Time!

Retailer: Sears
Minimum amount you need to spend: $38 CAD (before taxes)
Duration: ends Mar. 23, 2008


You get an 8-piece gift set, which includes your choice of skincare:
- Ceramide Plump Perfect Moisture Cream SPF 15 (7 ml) and Ceramide Gold Ultra Restorative Capsules Blister (7 capsules) OR
- Intervene Pause & Effect Moisture Cream SPF 15 (7 ml) and Intervene 3-in-1 Cleanser Exfoliator Primer (30 ml)

Unfortunately, the flyer doesn't list the other items you get in the gift set, but you can see them all in the photo.

image: Sears e-flyer

It seems that designers are increasingly loving the bare-faced, no-makeup-makeup look. And in Alexander McQueen's case, I can kind of see why: all the better to show off his stunning creations and more specifically, these amazing bejewelled headdresses the models wore at his fall '08 show at Paris Fashion Week. The spare, pale yet flawless skin becomes the perfect stage to let these Indian-inspired jewels shine. But at least the hair gets special treatment. I'm loving the hair too - piled and folded expertly atop the head, it almost becomes an extension of the ornate headpieces.
And granted, it's so far out from anything you'd wear in everyday life, but revelling in the fantasy is fun, isn't it?
Photo by Don Ashby & Oliver Claisse

For your weekend reading pleasure, some lovely recent posts from around the Beauty Blog Network:

Buying a Flat Iron shouldn't be intimidating. The Flat Iron Buying Guide 101 from StyleBell will set (and get) you straight! Canadian Beauty compares drugstore sculpting blushes to department store ones. See which brand comes out on top! The Muse gives you a dose of Beauty on a Budget with comparisons between Vincent Longo's Wet/Dry Sparkling Eyeshadows and Milani's New Runway Eyes Wet/Dry Eyeshadow!. Dr. Oliver Zong gives Raging Rouge readers tips for a relaxing and safe pedicure. Forget Botox! The Beauty of Life finds a new way to banish those pesky lines with a fantastic product by Patricia Wexler M.D.! A Touch of Blusher picks personal favorites from the Fafi for MAC collection. Savvy Skin tells you how to avoid getting Cosmetic Acne from your makeup and skin care products. Beauty Anonymous shares what she likes about Dior Spring 2008 Makeup Collection. Click here to find out what Beauty Blogging Junkie is using to achieve swingy hair that is so shiny, you could fog it up were you to breathe on it. Beauty and Personal Grooming writes about the beauty uses of coconut oil. Temptalia gives a second sneak peak at MAC's Dazzleglass collection, launching in May! Winter time taking a toll on your face? The Daily Cookie tells you about one cream that just didn't help to relieve her of dry, winter skin. Big Giveaway at Bionic Beauty! Two winners will get Diana B's body lotion and shower gel. Wait until you smell these products, Yum! Read about Makeup Moxie's new lip butter addiction in her review of Korres Lip Butter. Beauty Banter asks YOU who gives best face on the red carpet... from the Oscars, 2008! Glossypink tells you how to get the shimmering look of one of the most stunning red carpet stars! Spoiled Pretty reviews the bold and the beautiful shadows and liners from Milani’s newest collection. The colors are so yummy, you won’t believe your eyes! 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic tries zapping her blemishes with the Thermaclear, but did it work? Poufy Buns are back in a big way. Pursebuzz.com shows you how to create a poufy bun with ease. Just like Heidi Klum at the Oscars, but just a bit more manageable :P

Laurie Maitland, Symphony in Red and Khaki II. To someone who does not care for perfume, it may seem extremely silly to talk about social status: it smells good, indifferent, or bad. They might allow for a certain skill in being able to differentiate between jasmine and ylang ylang, but social status? Come on, that's rarefied mumbo jumbo. Yet, whether you're the average consumer picking up a new

The Moto U9 is a pebble shaped clamshell phone that comes with a glossy finish on the top and a rubbery plastic finish on the back. Buttons, limited to the sides are kept to a minimum and the thin design could easily be mistaken for a compact in a makeup bag rather than a mobile phone.

Get the Look: Jennifer Garner at the 2008 Oscars

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BEFORE - Ok, not too bad, but I am pretty red around my nose and cheeks. My chin is even a little blotchy too. The redness is even more noticeable after Ive been running or when I am warm. AFTER - What do you think? My Husband says,Oh,

Forced to wear makeup ... Pals don't share interest in politics Eagle Tribune, MA - Mar 1, 2008 By Jewel Kats and Dave Silverberg She is forcing me to wear makeup to school. Sometimes I do it to make her happy, but I don't like it. Please help. ...

The best makeup is that which does not show.But you knew that already.What you should know this summer is how to achieve that look.In anticipation of a summer as hot as the winter was cold, it’s time to stock up on nude, minimalist makeup.

Model - Tatiana @ Model team Hair and makeup - mailin@mvmakeup.co ... Glasgow Daily Record, UK - Feb 29, 2008 1. Stripe dress, £29@Zara, Star necklace, £6@Topshop, Shoes, £12@Primark 2. White trousers, £39@Zara, Navy and white trim top, £18@Miss Selfridge, ...

So in my attempt to rid the beauty world of the overly extreme makeover, here are my all-time make-up 'please don't do this!' tips.

Promo visual for the new Paul & Joe Protective Dual Powder Foundation UV (SPF23 PA++, 5250yen). It is a two-way foundation that can be applied with either a wet or dry sponge. Available in 6 shades, it promises a natural finish while keeping skin moisturised and protected from sun damage. Also new out is the Protective Foundation Primer UV (SPF40, PA++, 3675yen). The initial reviews on

FashionAddix.com brings together both aspiring and freelance fashion designers, photographers, models, and makeup artists to showcase their fabulous products and services that you just won't see elsewhere. Get your own profile page today and strut your stuff in our runway area.

The Jill Stuart website has been updated with the new Smooth Silk Powder Foundation (SPF 20, PA++) set to be released on 7 March in Japan. The website also now has an English version but aside from listing the products in the range, it doesn't have detailed information on the individual products. The Smooth Silk Powder Foundation is formulated with "Pure Crystal Powder" and a "Soft Focus

Lawrence King, an eighth grader who identified as gay and wore makeup and nail polish, was 15 when he was declared brain dead on Feb. 13. The day before, he had been shot in the head in an Oxnard, Calif., classroom full of students. Police have charged a sweet-faced boy called Brandon McInerney, 14, with first-degree murder and with a hate crime.

My comments on a recent newsletter sent out by nwg.org regarding the content of popular skin creams and makeup.