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Truly Bold Beauty

 
FACE Stockholm's Fall 2011 collection is absolutely stunning and I love they have incorporated the orange shadow for fall which is so on-trend right now (and shockingly wearable).  I went completely and totally bonkers when I saw the set because it's unlike other shades I already own so it forces me a bit out of my comfort zone, but I love the look.  The Bold Beauty collection, you'll want to own it all, features:

• Picture Perfect Foundation
• Pressed Powder
• Browshadow in Myrrah (to help you get those sexy, dark brows)
• Matte eyeshadows in Ash, Nude and Christo (they are my faves in the collection because they wear beautifully and blend so well)
• Black Volumizing Mascara
• Morkbrun Eye Pencil
• Kattis Lip Pencil (shockingly beautiful orange liner, who knew?)
• Vitamin C Lip Treatment (I keep this bad boy in my bag at all times)

If you don't believe me just how stunning this collection is, check out the model below who's rocking the orange.  See, I told you it's awesome!  All the products are available at FACE Stockholm locations or at www.facestockholm.com.

Note:  Samples of some products were sent to me by a PR representative working with FACE Stockholm

Summer Overture

I am so excited that I got to take a sneak peek at the goodies from FACE Stockholm's upcoming Summer collection!  The entire line is described as "The dulcet bliss of the first scoop of sorbet, the passionate exhilaration of a Baroque concerto...our look for Summer 2011 is subtle, sweet and deliciously different."  I can’t wait to see the entire collection, because if the other products are even half as good as the two amazing items I had the pleasure of checking out, I will need to own everything!   Sun Kissed Blush is a delightful powder blush that is such a light and fresh pink color, it actually makes me look more awake than I ever really am.  I thought when I saw it in the compact that it would be too bright on my skin, but I was so wrong.  It's so beautiful and would be perfect on any skin tone.   The other product, which is now a staple in my bag, is their Nektar gloss in Nypon Ros - an amazing pinkish/peach color with flecks of tiny glitter.  It’s shimmery and is the absolutely perfect Spring/Summer color.  The formula is hydrating and not even the tiniest bit of sticky-ness.  Even though the collection isn’t available until May (boo!), here are the highlights:

• Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 15
• Sun Kissed Blush
• Dignity Highlighter
• Kiki Pencil
• Angel Pink Matte Eye Shadow
• Clear Mascara
• Nypon Ros lip gloss

Available on facestockholm.com on May 1!

Note:  Samples of selected products were sent to me by a PR representative working with FACE Stockholm

Give Heart

 

From today through Valentine's Day (February 14th for those who like to forget when this holiday happens) FACE Stockholm is donating 5% of ALL SALES to Doctors Without Borders.  Order online at www.facestockholm.com

All That Glitters Is Gold!

Leave it to FACE Stockholm to already have me excited about the holidays (I know, I know, it's only September!)  However, let me share my excitement and get you excited, too.  FACE Stockholm is releasing the most ADORABLE (that's me screaming in excitement) holiday set this year.  All That Glitters Must be Gold is an awesome collection of products, housed in a very chic little gold metal mesh zipper bag.  The bag itself can be used again as a clutch because it shimmers and shines and has a lovely gold satin lining.  The idea behind the set is to help you achieve a glamorous holiday look using the products contained in the pouch.  This set features Black Precision Eyeliner Pen (goes on smooth and creates the perfect line), Brave Eye Dust (gorgeous deep grey dust perfect for creating the smoky eye), Destiny Highlighter (gorgeous gold metallic shadow), Sensation Glitter Stick (a stunning gold highlighter stick perfect for cheeks and eyes), Black Waterproof Mascara (no clumps!), Klar Glas (super shiny clear lipgloss), Fem Galaxy (gold glitter that can be used on eyes or lips), Athens Creme Blush (pinkish-rose creme blush that blends well and lasts), and Gold Glitter Nail Polish (beautiful on hands or toes!)  I love this set because it contains high-quality products, but definitely some items I wouldn't expect to love as much as I do.  I have pale skin and was shocked to know that gold looks so good on me.  I also love that a lot of the products are multitaskers and you can create a bunch of different looks by switching something between cheeks and eyes.  Brilliant, brilliant stuff!  This won't be available until the late fall (boo!) but you can thank me for giving you something to look forward to. 

The set will be available online and by calling FACE Stockholm at (888) 334-3223.

Logo courtesy of FACE Stockholm

Your Very Own Magic Wand

I don't know why, but lately I have these dark circles under my eyes.  Which is really annoying because the rest of my skin looks pretty good (if I do say so myself), so I think they stand out even more than they normally would.  Luckily, I have my trusty Magic Wand from FACE Stockholm to help me out.  This shiny silver wand with a brush applicator is easily portable for midday touch ups, and I like the fact that the product is dispensed by pushing a button - I find that I waste less product that way.  (Well, sometimes I get a little click-happy, but I figure that's not the Magic Wand's fault).  As a concealer, this product works wonders.  It contains Purified Water and Lecithin, so it protects and moisturizes as it gets rid of blemishes, dark circles and anything else you'd like to hide from view.  The consistency is great too - it blends in easily, but never looks heavy or cake-like (my pet peeve in a concealer - what's the point of trying to hide something if the makeup is going to draw just as much attention to it?)  I've never tried the uber-popular Touche Éclat from Yves Saint Laurent, but from what I've heard, I feel like this is a very similar product.  At $30, it's not the cheapest concealer around, but how can you put a price on knowing that the cute boy in your office can't see the zit that's taking over your chin when you run into him at work?   See?  When you think of it that way, it's worth every penny.

Photo courtesy of FACE Stockholm

Black Glitter

Oh, FACE Stockholm, how I love thee.  I have been using their liquid eyeliner in Black Glitter and am beyond smitten.  This pocket-size liquid eyeliner is incredibly easy to apply with its precise brush and leaves a beautifully straight line that is virtually smudgeproof.  I was impressed with how quickly it dried and how easy it was for me, a liquid eyeliner virgin, to create a perfect line.  It comes in four magnificent colors, but the Black Glitter (my fave) leaves a very sexy silver sheen to it - perfect for day or night.  The eyeliner lasts all day long, even through mid-afternoon eye rubbing, and comes off easily with eye makeup remover at the end of the day. I always thought I would hate liquid eyeliner and FACE Stockholm has taught me to not be so quick to judge.  Thank you, FACE Stockholm, for teaching me a lesson.

Photo courtesy of FACE Stockholm

Out Of This Galaxy

When I was a tween (we did not even use that term when I was actually one, so that goes to show how long ago it was) I loved nothing more than getting those huge makeup kits from Wal-mart.  You know, the one with about a hundred bright eye shadows that were all sparkly and you really had no freakin' clue how to apply them, so you'd swipe them all the way from lashline to brow, grab your denim purse, put on your denim jacket, and off to school you went.  Not that I would ever spend the money on the huge box of shadows from Wal-Mart, but I really do long for the days of the fun, sparkly colors.  Well, I have found my answer - perfect for someone who wants to tap into their inner tween, but doesn't want to sacrifice quality.  FACE Stockholm Galaxy is a wonderfully fun and easy to use line of loose glitters.  The 27 bright colors come in pots and you become the artist, applying to eyes, cheeks, body - wherever you want some dazzle.  I, myself, am loving Tjugofyra (say that five times fast) which is a hot pink glitter that has a lovely iridescent shine when the light hits it just right.  It looks fabulous on eyes and is really fun if you mix some in your hair cream before you head out at night.  But a definite word of caution, do not overdo it.  Since it's loose glitter, it is very easy to have a heavy hand and bam! - you're a human disco ball.  It also does have a tendency to travel down the face when applying, so definitely do your foundation last  The colors are vibrant, incredibly well-priced (the pot will last forever), and the glitter lasts all day.  A word to the wise, if you want to keep that office romance a secret, do not apply Galaxy and have a makeout session, because your romp in the storage closet will be revealed on his face.  Actually, let me up that, if you're going to have an office romance, at least make him spring for a night at the Four Seasons.

Photo courtesy of FACE Stockholm