Eyes

Tone Down The Shimmer This Season With Matte Grey Makeup Shades

Alex Gambardella on Nov 5, 2009 4:19 PM PST

Say so long to pearlescent gunmetal and chromed-out silvers -- matte grey is the hot beauty shade for the chilly season ahead! Matte nails have already taken the beauty world by storm, but now other makeup products are following in hot pursuit! From soft stone gray to rich chalky charcoal, there's something about matte grey that gives the face an unexpected warmer look than the more common frosty silver shades. While I've noticed that grey shadow seems to bring the best out of green peepers, it's hard to find someone who can't pull off a dark slate eyeliner in place of your basic black. Plus, mattifying your lids leaves room for shimmer elsewhere (ie: cheeks or lips) and helps ensure a balance so that your face doesn't end up looking like a shiny disco ball! Watch the slideshow for a series of grey shades to consider adding to your cosmetics collection!

Tags : stila , sephora brand , sephora , pigment , eyes

WhatsWear Trend Alert: Simple Makeup

Ida Hsiang on Nov 3, 2009 5:30 AM PST

Today, it is all about going au natural. Gone are the days of heavily done eyes and foundation. Makeup is no longer meant to cover skin, but complement it. Less is more and subtle is the way to go for spring/summer 2010. Instead of dramatic eyes, opt for just mascara and a highlighter in the corners of your eyes for a light and refreshed look. Swap out your foundation for a light bronzer. Heavy makeup will never stand up to the heat. A notable example of trend could be seen on the Miu Miu runway at Paris Fashion week. Models were done up in natural makeup, leaving little to the imagination. They even skipped the bronzer!

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Tags : simple , runways , runway style , runway show , eyes

Save Up To 85% On Makeup At BeautyTicket.com!

Ida Hsiang on Oct 9, 2009 5:19 AM PDT

It's always hard to dump someone. There are hurt feelings and harsh words, maybe a few tears, definitely some cocktails and desserts smothered in chocolate, caramel, and Oreo cookie crumbles. Well, get out the Edy's, Sephora. Everyone knows that Sephora and I (and Sephora.com) have been going steady since I was 15, but we're currently on the rocks. There's a new makeup store in my life, and its name is BeautyTicket.com. Yup, although Sephora was the love of my life, I just can't control my feelings for this much better beauty stop that recently rocked my world. But it wasn't just a one night fling; this is serious. I'm falling in love. This amazing website carries super great brands like YSL, Smashbox, Stila, Tarte, Urban Decay, and Pop, for up to 85% off. Wow. I'll give you a minute to think about how freakin' amazing that is. I'm talkin' Smashbox wooden 4-shadow/blush palette, originally $45, now $19.00. Check out some of the items featured by clicking over to our friends at CollegeCandy!

Tags : ysl makeup , ysl cosmetics , ysl , tarte cosmetics , eyes

Hot In The Hive: Golden Sparkle Sauce

Alex Gambardella on Sep 16, 2009 6:35 AM PDT

I know, the name sounds delicious... but you can't eat this sauce! Golden Sparkle Sauce by Pop Beauty comes in what appears to be a puff paint squeeze tube, but it's actually a powerful weapon in maintaining smudge-free eye makeup! The shimmery substance can be applied as a layer on your lid over shadow and liner to seal eye makeup for a twinkling waterproof finish, or it can be mixed with loose glitter or pigment to serve as a long-lasting adhesive for otherwise hard-to-apply loose powder. The result? Budge-proof shadow and liner with a little dash of extra dazzle. Sparkling magic in a bottle!

Price: $10
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add Golden Sparkle Sauce to the Hive.

Tags : ulta , primer , pop beauty , pop , eyes

Revenge Of The Nerds: Geek-Chic For Back To School!

Ida Hsiang on Aug 25, 2009 4:11 PM PDT

Back to school season, and all the planning that goes with it, is right around the corner and for many, the main concern is not upcoming classes, nerve-racking tests and potentially scary teachers. The biggest worry is what to wear! That first day of school outfit is important and can define who you are for the rest of the school year, especially if you're the new kid or an underclassman. It's important to be trendy, but not look like you're trying to hard. One must be an effortlessly chic fashion queen. The last thing you want to be known as is a geek! Or do you? What if the latest trend is a nerdy style and to show how fashionable you are, you're taking tips from what used to be the outcasts? Geek-chic is in so think rimmed glasses and loafers as the new staples and make room in your closet for a sudden influx of cardigans and sweater vests! The trick is to take the nerdy look and add subtle sex appeal with a few key accessories and some interesting colors and patterns. For tips and ideas on how to make the geek-chic look work for you, check out the slideshow!

Tags : vests , vest , sweaters , sweater vest , eyes

Hot In The Hive: Shu Uemura Tokyo Lash Bar 2009

Alex Gambardella on Aug 4, 2009 6:18 AM PDT

It's tough walking into a Sephora lately without being overwhelmed by the store's display of false eyelashes, boasting an impressive variety of designs, cuts, and colors ranging from modest to Vegas showgirl. However, the 2009 additions to Shu Uemura's Tokyo Lash Bar bring a level of innovation to your peepers that put any collection human-looking lashes to shame. Designed by the company's top creative minds from across the globe and inspired by nature scenes, the collection's premium edition lashes channel snowflakes and ski slopes with "snow twist," crisp autumn leaves with "goldglam leaf," and the ocean waves with "marine tide," just to name a few. While the designs may not be practical for an everyday night out on the town, you can't deny that they're gorgeously inventive! You could always stock up for next Halloween...

Price: $79 a pair
Who Found It: lindsaytimberlake was the first to add the Shu Uemura Tokyo Lash Bar 2009 to the Hive.

Tags : tokyo lash bar , shu uemura , sephora , lashes , eyes