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MAC Too Fabulous Mineralize Blushes Offer a Bounty for Medium to Dark Skin Tones

March 4th, 2010 by Karen 57 Comments

MARIN COUNTY — A Novato woman tripped in a popular department store on Thursday as she walked up to a MAC Cosmetics makeup counter. The woman, also a beauty blogger, said she was “hell bent” on seeing the new MAC Too Fabulous collection and momentarily forgot how to walk. She also warned store security to “get out of my [her] way! Crazed MAC fanatic coming through!” 🙂

SO stoked about the Lip Pencils, ladies! Have you seen ’em yet?

I’ll have more swatches of the collection soon (for reference, I’m an NC35), but here are the six Mineralize Blushes ($23).

Five of the six are on the darker side of the spectrum, so medium- to dark-skinned beauties (if you like frosty blushes), JACKPOT!

That doesn’t mean Pale babes are out of luck, though. Not even close. 🙂
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A MAC Cat-Themed Collection for Fall? Crazy Cat Ladies Purr with Anticipation!

March 4th, 2010 by Karen 33 Comments

Well color me crazy cat lady! MBB reader Erin clued me in on kitty whispers about an upcoming cat-themed MAC collection for fall 2010.

According to the MAC Early Buzz forum on Specktra.net, it’ll feature two new eyeshadow quads — Russian Blue and Tabby Grey; there’s also rumblings about a lipgloss called Meow. 🙂

In light of last month’s MAC Makeup Collection or Breed of Cat? poll, I find this simultaneously thrilling and kinda funny. Are the MAC makeup gods reading my mind?

Oh, and, yes, Tabs is FREAKING OUT! If the rumors are true, he ~~hopes~~ expects to hear from MAC regarding a modeling job. 🙂

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Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

Scented Hairsprays Have Come a Looooong Way

March 4th, 2010 by Karen 5 Comments

I’m not ashamed to admit that I was an ’80s hair bear. I still remember how the girls’ bathroom smelled after lunch… The air always hung heavy with Aqua Net, which was like a mix of burning Keds (worn without the laces, of course), freshly laid asphalt and kitty litter. Really, it’s a miracle we never passed out!

Hairspray scents have come a long way since those stanky chemical days. Now I bet the girls’ bathroom smells like a fancy spa. Sheesh… Kids today! 🙂

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

Great Smelling Hairsprays

by Amber Katz, Daily Makeover

Let’s be real with each other: We all have Aquanet-soaked memories of 80s hairstyles.

Big, volumized hairstyles came at the price of massive flammability and a most unsexy scent.

There have been many advances in hair product technology and while they range from the surge of sulfate-free shampoos to nourishing treatments that restore health within the span of a single shower–none are so universally lauded and appreciated as the great smelling hairspray.

Here, a few of our fave olfactory delights.

Neil George Perfect Hold Hairspray

Coconut-scented, this flexible holding agent will transport you to a veritable vacay while it ensures your ‘do stays decidedly local.

Check out more of the recent beauty coverage on Daily Makeover

Just a Few Quick Pics of the MAC Too Fabulous Mineralize Blushes

March 3rd, 2010 by Karen 32 Comments

Just a quick hi and a few pics of the MAC Mineralize Blushes ($23 each) from the Too Fabulous collection (hops up on counters tomorrow).

Let me know what ya think… I’m kinda overwhelmed. 🙂

MAC Too Fabulous Mineralize Blushes

Buddy Up

Two Virtues
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MAC on My Desk

March 3rd, 2010 by Karen 8 Comments

A few of the Mineralize Blushes ($23 each) from the MAC Too Fabulous collection.

Tabs at the Salad Bar

March 3rd, 2010 by Karen 12 Comments

My favorite striped beast getting his fiber on.

Happy Days Are Hair Again with Biolage Delicate Care

March 3rd, 2010 by Karen 25 Comments

Since my last haircut a few months ago, my ‘do has had its share of WTF!?! moments (hello, bangs gone wild).

I don’t mind the occasional bad hair day, but fearing the start of an unwelcome trend I recently turned to a new shampoo, conditioner and hair masque from Matrix Biolage.
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What Are You Wearing on Your Nails Today?

March 3rd, 2010 by Karen 65 Comments

I lurve nail polish, but sometimes I get a little crazy with it. Most of the time I’m wearing 2-3 different colors at the same time, or I’ll only paint one hand (or maybe just a thumb). I don’t know why… I think it’s just more fun that way. 🙂

Lately I’ve been wearing a lot of crazy colors, but this morning I was in the mood to tone it down, so I chose Sephora by OPI’s Let’s Do Lunch ($9), a warm peachy pink with golden shimmer (I did ALL of my fingers this time).

Do you ever wear different colors on different fingers/toes, and what are you wearing on your nails today?

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

P.S. Happy hump day!

Karen

Are you excited about a possible cat-themed MAC collection?

Great Smelling Hairsprays

MAC Too Fabulous Mineralize Blushes