Fashion/Beauty

Summer 2012 Beauty Products

The Body Shop

The Body Shop Makeup collection was launched in 1986 and includes 250 products for your eyes, lips, cheeks and face in addition to limited edition collections. Like all products from The Body Shop, the Lily Cole range contains no animal products and was not tested on animals. With ultra expressive colors, sparkling looks and ultra soft and giant puffs, ideal for an impeccable application, being humane has never been so glamorous! This cruelty-free makeup is in limited edition, for a limited time, online and in boutiques ($5 to $22 each)

Hello Kitty. Hello Pretty.

Adored and World famous icon, Hello Kitty takes its elegant fashionista style to Sephora this summer with a new couture collection. This collection is inspired by the major fashion shows in New York and Milan and will look amazing with hot pinks and shimmering gold, enhanced with black and white polka dots for a classic touch. Chic and cute, this two-levels palette includes eight harmonious eye shadows and a mirror. The hot pink and gold compact makeup is shaped as Hello Kitty. ($43, Sephora) For more glamour, add the retractable brush in gold or silver ($34, Sephora)

Sephora Eyeshadows

While you are renewing your makeup collection, you might as well make it last and choose this 36-color palette from Sephora. Not only will these shades allow you to create infinite combinations but also its sole presence will give your makeup table an artistic look! Add a set of assorted brushes and you will be ready for radiant eyes! ($66, Sephora)

Deep look

To get that smokey eye, you need this kohl from Yves Rocher. Its color is full, its texture is soft and the kohl gently slides on your eyelid, to perfectly apply a straight line. Discover it! ($16, Yves Rocher)

Brushes

Too often do we neglect the importance of having good brushes to achieve a light and fluid look. With good quality brushes that will last a long time while being reserved for a particular purpose (eyes, cheeks, mouth, face), you will enhance the colors and products of the moment. Choose brushes individually or buy a kit specifically designed for daily use according to your current needs. (Sets of brushes between $50 and $94, Sephora)

Soft lips

Indulge your lips while protecting them with this lemon drop lip balm smooth sphere with SPF 15 from EOS. It is naturally perfumed and PABA-free. Enriched with vitamin E and with a touch of essential oils, this cute balm will leave your lips hydrated and smooth. Many more fragrances are available and at that price, you can buy one for your friends too! ($3.99, Loblaws, Walmart)

Glossy lips

Discover the light and non-sticky Sexy Pulp Volume Gloss that plumps the lips but maintains the bare lips feel. It comes in a range of 8 colors that will surely find a place in your beauty kit! We love full and glossy lips! ($19, Yves Rocher)

Subtly shine!

This original product that is somewhere between perfume and makeup gives THE finishing touch that will make the whole difference. This slightly gelled pearly water gives a pleasant feeling thanks to its texture and subtle, fresh and feminine perfume. It subtly brightens the complexion with a golden touch. Perfect to give us a brilliant look! (9,95 $, Yves Rocher)


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