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Beauty 101

Lip Stains to L-O-V-E!

 
Lip stains are amazing for times when you want to try a bold kisser, without overdoing the drama.
 

Our picks pack plenty of moisture too, so you get all the bennies of a balm plus a slick of cool color. Sorry, gloss, we’ve got a new fave (for the minute, anyway).


 Get Red-dy
 
Brick red pouts pack lots of drama, but this draw-it-on hue isn’t too powerful.
 
Apply it to dry lips, keep your eyeshadow earthy and add just a bit of blush.
 
CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain in Teasing Blush, $9, walgreens.com

Just Peachy 
 

Peachy lips look fab on absolutely everyone (seriously!). This blend is way moisturizing and adds a whisper of cute color.
 
Hello, date night.

 


Double Duty
 
We heart products that double up. This lip ‘n’ cheek stain gives your face a just-in-from-the-cold look and makes your pucker a custom shade of plum.
 
Love it with a coppery lip liner and a flash of mascara.

Stila Pomegranate Crush Lip & Cheek Stain
, $25, sephora.com

Very Berry
 
Addicted to lip balm? We hear ya! This one has a berry tint, but you can still swipe it on whenever the urge hits. Amazing!
 
Korres Natural Products, $9, beauty.com
 
-Katie Abbondanza

BY CAITLIN R. ON 11/5/2009 7:00:00 AM 89 COMMENTS

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Black Magic: The BEST Dark Makeup

 
Halloween can bring out the goth girl in anyone.
 
Right now, we’re lovin’ the drama of ultra-dark shades.
 
From midnight nails to jet lashes, these inky hues are perf for nights when you wanna go for full-on glamour.

Don’t be tricked: This liner looks pure black, but goes on a li’l purple (not to mention shimmery). Rim your lids and then smudge it with a Q-tip for our fave noir eye of the moment.


MAC Greasestick Paint, $18, nordstrom.com

Don’t wanna go all-out black on your eyes? Shades of gray are flattering on everyone and way hot this fall. Add black mascara and bat those lashes, babe!


Black Licorice Duo Eye Shadow Cream, $1, eyeslipsface.com

Black tips are tops. Splash ebony polish on short nails and finish with a matte or shiny top coat, depending on  how ya feel. A layer of silver glitter looks awesome, too.



Confession: We just can’t get into the Sharpie-black lip trend. Instead, we’re smitten with Clinique’s Black Honey gloss. It works with all skin tones (seriously!) and just dabbles on the dark side.

 
Almost Lipstick in Black Honey, $14, clinique.com

Gilt your lashes with a bit of glitter. Pass on regular mascara for a minute, and try a starry one instead. Sparkly mascara looks amazing with pewter shadow and natural lips.  


Define and Sparkle in Black, $18, thebodyshop.com
 
-Katie Abbondanza

BY CAITLIN R. ON 10/29/2009 7:00:00 AM 107 COMMENTS

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Fall's Best Colorful Eye Makeup

 
Forget your basic black and brown—this fall, it’s all about colorful eye makeup.
 
From gold liner to green mascara, these hues frame your eyes while adding a hint of glamour.

Here’s how to find the most flattering shade for your pretty peepers!


Perfect Plum
Purple mascara may seem a little intimidating, but if you choose the right shade, you'll look sweetly sophisticated. A rich plum hue looks fab paired with a chocolate brown liner. Sweep on a berry shadow for a cute date look.



Emerald City
Your BFFs will turn green with envy when they catch a glimpse of your jewel-toned lashes. Deep kelly makes all eye colors sparkle, too. Dazzles with shimmery shadows and silver liners. What a gem!



Can’t let go of your black mascara? Amp it up with a bold, metallic liner. Green, purple, blue and gold are our faves this season. Line just the inner rim of the eye to get that hint of glam, or line the outside of your lash line to get full-on fab eyes.

Cheap Trick
We are totally lovin’ these metallic shades and, bonus!, each one is under $3. These liners are gel-based so they glide on easily. Try them with smoky shadow.
 

Wet N’ Wild, MegaChrome Eyeliner Pencil: Antique Amethyst, Gun Metal Green, Cobalt Blue, Gold Pewter, $3 each, Walgreens.com

Go For The Gold
A touch of gold liner added to the inner corners of your eyes adds some shimmer to everyday makeup. Plus, it looks great on any eye color. Having a night out with your BFFs? Glide gold eyeliner on your lower lids before sweeping black or brown mascara on your lower lashes.


L’Oreal HiP Color Chrome Eyeliner, Gold Charge, $10, drugstore.com
 
-Claudia Notarangelo

BY CAITLIN R. ON 10/22/2009 7:00:00 AM 106 COMMENTS

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Halloween-inspired Beauty Booty!

 
When it comes to trick-or-treating, we beauty-obsessed babes prefer frosting-inspired to fright fest.
 
From delish-smelling lotions to the hottest hues out there, this Halloween is gonna be sweet.
 
Have the most ahh-mazing October ever when you snap up some of our faves...

Forget baking batches of cupcakes. Let your bod soak much-needed moisture with a lotion to get a whiff of yummy goodness.


 

Mint-green gum is so this minute. Sweep an icy shadow across your lids to make eyes sparkle. Keep the shade light to avoid a Wicked Witch of the West feel.


Spearmint Eyeshadow, $12, thebodyshop-usa.com

Chocolate-colored liner is great for chicas who need a cocoa fix. It’s got subtle sparkle, so it’ll add a bit of ghoul-girl glamour to any ol' spooky costume.


PearlGlide Eye Liner in Molasses, $15, maccosmetics.com
 

Your girlies will get enough candy. Gift each of your besties with a bitty gloss before the Halloween bash. Plus, they smell amazing (and that’s better for ya than a bag o’ mini candy bars).


Liplicious Best Kisser Coffret Set, $15

 

Bathing in a witch’s brew sounds scary, but Lush found a way to do it right. An ahh-worthy way to relax after a long night of treating!


 
 
-Megan Parker

BY CAITLIN R. ON 10/15/2009 12:47:00 PM 70 COMMENTS

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