All posts tagged: Makeup

Makeup of the Day…

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Getting up for work at 6.30am sucks. Having about 30′ available for your whole skincare/ makeup routine sucks even worse. I somehow always manage to get everything done in time but, in the mad ‘locate keycard/ grab keys/ find phone/ organize bag/ head out the door’ dash that ensues, rarely have time (let alone the presence of mind) to  take a ‘Makeup of the Day’ photo. This morning was a shining exception. I was a bit late getting up, which meant I had even less time than usual. Having completed my usual AM routine (i.e. cleanse and tone, with Clinique’s Anti Blemish Solutions Cleansing Foam and Clarifying Lotion respectively, then hydrate with the Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Stay- Matte Hydrator), I opted to keep things light and easy… First I applied my all- time- favorite Tea Tree Flawless BB Creme by the Body Shop, mixed with the tiniest bit of my trusted MAC Studio Sculpt Foundation. My skin’s been acting up lately, so I needed that bit of extra coverage – and I have found …

100 Followers Giveaway…

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I am ecstatic (& if I have to be honest quite proud) to say that Lifestyle Counter has just hit 100 followers! As a token of my appreciation for all you loyal readers out there (without who this blog would literally mean nothing) I have decided to run a small – international – giveaway. Unfortunately I see no way of embedding the relevant Rafflecopter widget here, so I’ve published all relevant info on my Facebook page, instead. Do make a point of dropping by and checking it out (especially if you are in the mood for a free Benefit/ Matthew Williamson: The Rich is Back! Limited Edition High Fashion Makeup Kit). Once again, a big thank you to each and every one of you for keeping up with my daily ramblings and… best of luck should you decide to enter the raffle! Update: The Giveaway has now officially ended and the winner is …(drumroll please)… Bianca Rogoveanu! The winner will now be contacted by e-mail, in order to arrange delivery. A big thank you to …

Coming Soon: Bobbi Brown ‘Nectar & Nudes’ Spring 2014 Collection

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The upcoming Bobbi Brown Spring 2014 collection with its shimmering nectars, soft taupes, rich browns and coral pinks is right up my alley – so much so, in fact, that I find myself wanting to buy literally everything! This might be the time to, finally, look upon the fact that there’s no Bobbi Brown counter around here (& it’s almost impossible to find an EU online shop that ships to Greece) in a positive light. That said, I’m not sure I’ll manage it… ‘Nectar & Nude’ (already available online) is set to launch at Bobbi Brown counters in March 2014. Should I somehow succeed in getting my paws near these (a weekend trip to Athens might just have to be involved here) & considering I kind of want to avoid bankrupcy, I think I’ll hold back (physical bonds might be in order) and just pick up the limited edition Nectar nail polish and the Nectar Shimmer Brick Compact. Are you a fan of ‘nude’, shimmer-y makeup and as excited about this release as I am? Which products …

Revlon by Marchesa – Red Carpet Collection

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Originally posted on A Stairway To Fashion:
Revlon and Marchesa came together one more time, for the third time, and created the “Red Carpet” beauty collection. “Beauty plays such a huge role in completing a red carpet look and we wanted this collection to be representative of some of our most iconic red carpet moments,” said Keren Craig, co-founder and textile director for Marchesa. “We were inspired by the bespoke elements found in the Marchesa collections and translated them to the packaging through beautiful hues and intricate designs. This exclusive collection makes it possible for every woman to have her own show-stopping beauty moment.” The two giants, in the honour of their third collaboration funded $ 15.000 towards the Half the Sky – a program that helps the fight of women and children against the oppressions and empower women worldwide. “It was very important to us, on a personal level, that this collection have an added philanthropic element. In fact, Revlon’s dedication to charity was a driving force behind our decision to work with the company, as…

Coming Soon: MAC ‘A Fantasy of Flowers’ Spring 2014 Collection

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Not sure if you’ve seen the upcoming MAC ‘A Fantasy of Flowers’ collection or what you think of it. I, for one, have and cannot wait for the March international release! I have already sussed out what I’d like to try and should now start saving towards that, I suppose. In fact, I think I’ll put myself on a little ‘spending ban’ this month – in view of what’s to come… Here’s an overview of the collection: Mineralize Eye Shadow Quads ($21) In The Meadow: Icy shimmering white, dirty olive green, golden mint green & pale yellow Pink Sensibilities: Pinky brown, chocolate brown, yellow pink & icy blue pink Golden Hours: Copper bronze, golden brown, soft golden peach & pale yellow gold Great Beyond: Deep blue, dusky plum, icy white lilac & soft mauve brown Mineralize Blush ($25) Azalea in the Afternoon: Midtone blue pink Petal Power: Coral pink with gold shimmer Mineralize Skin Finish ($30) Stereo Rose: Coral with golden/bronze shimmering nuances Perfect Topping: Pale pearlized pink Nail Lacquer ($16) Girl Trouble: Super glitter …