Raging Rouge was down most of the day due to technical difficulties. Sorry about that! The post intended for publication today will be up on Monday, so head back to read my final glominerals review for Spring! Have a good weekend.
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gloMinerals Spring 2009: gloSheer tint base bronzing gel
The very pale need not shy away from this tint by glominerals! I am–quite literally–as white as a ghost, and have used it with much success. The trick for the fair is to use it as a base, underyour foundation! After applying moisturizer, apply a thin layer of gloSheer tint base bronzing gel to the areas that would become naturally darker with sun exposure. I apply it to the apples of the cheeks, the bridge of the nose, and the middle of the forehead. Blend, and then apply your foundation. The glow looks totally natural, as if you managed to catch a few rays during your lunch break.
As always, glominerals is thinking of your overall skin health, not just immediate beauty! The gloSheer formula includes green tea and vitamins A, C and E to help the skin look radiant all the time.
Retail price is $30, check it out online at gloskincare.com.
Expert Tips and Tricks from gloMinerals:
1) Apply with the gloLiquid foundation brush for sheer bronze finish over the entire face.
2) For a more natural look, apply to nose, cheeks and forehead, where the sun naturally hits your face.
3) Mix together with your favorite liquid foundation for just an added hint of bronze.
4) Add a dab to gloFace primer or gloHighlighter for an added touch of bronze.
gloMinerals Spring 2009: The gloEye Maven Kit
This Spring, makeup mavens are searching for two things: Neutral hues of shadow to replenish their collection, and the color-rich brights that are all the rage. glominerals is sure to win the business of these women with the launch of the gloEye Maven Kit, an 8-shadow palette collection that contains the ideal shadow shades for Spring.
The bottom row of shades includes the staples women always need, shimmering neutral shades ranging from a pale ivory for highlighting to a deep mahogany brown for accent color. The top row has four hot Spring shades that you can use to ensure you are on-trend. Pink, peach, lilac and a sage green round out the collection perfectly.
The shadows in this collection can be used wet or dry, and the perfect-for-travel palette measures at a compact 4 3/4" wide by 2 1/2" high. The anti-oxidant rich formula actually works to repair the delicate eye area, as you wear the shadow!
Retail price of the gloEye Maven Kit is $39, and can be purchased at gloskincare.com.
Expert Tips and Tricks from gloMinerals:
1) The bottom row consists of 4 natural shades that work in tandem with any of the shades in the top row for limitless combinations.
2) Diamond is a perfect neutral that can be used as a base shade for any eye color in the eye maven kit.
3) French Pink or water lily combined with mahogany is an on-trend combination of pink and brown.
4) Use French Pink or water lily as the base shade and highlight the crease with mahogany.
5) Lilac and Orchid make a stunning combination that is universally flattering on any skin tone or eye color. Sweep the lilac shadow over the entire lid and use orchid on the crease for definition.
gloMinerals Spring 2009: The gloRoyal lip crayon
I’ve mentioned in the past that in the 90s I used chunky lip pencils–stand-alone–as my lip color. I loved the long-lasting matte-finish my pencils delivered, and the super-compact pencil format meant I could carry three times as many color options when I traveled! For those of you who normally shy away from pencils because they are too opaque, you’ll love the latest from gloMinerals. Launching in May, the gloRoyal lip crayon a gloss-pencil hybrid. Super-sheer, this crayon applies a wash of color to the lips that is reminiscent of gloss, but applies with a precision you can only achieve with a pencil.
Three colors will be introduced this Spring: Countess Coral, Imperial Pink and Empress Rose. I sampled Countess Coral, and must say it’s the perfect selection for a woman who wants to subtly incorporate this hot shade into their look.
Need another reason to give it a try? The formula contains antioxidants, and natural UV protection!
Retail price is $16. Check it out at www.gloskincare.com this May!
Expert Tips and Tricks from gloMinerals:
1) For extra long-lasting lip color, fill in the entire lip using gloPrecision lip pencil under gloRoyal lip crayon. It will accentuate the mouth and give off a subtle, beautiful shine.
gloMinerals Spring 2009: gloTint for lips and cheeks
Ok, before I even begin to scratch the surface of the latest collection by gloMinerals, I have to offer this little tidbit: every single product I sampled from the Spring 2009 collection was incredible. EVERY SINGLE ONE. Each time I thought I had finally found a favorite, I would try something else and change my mind. After using the entire collection, I simply can't even select only one to list as a must-have. Really… sample this new collection for yourself!
gloTint for lips and cheeks is the ideal lip stain for people who HATE lipstain. While it’s consistency is most certainly that of a stain, on the lips it looks much like a rosy shade of lipstick. For you corporate types who think lipstain looks too casual, I encourage you to try this brand.
TWO hours and one coffee after applying the tint for the first time, my lips still looked perfect. This highly-pigmented gel has incredible staying power, and the color is very natural. Even better, the tint is also suitable for cheeks, and imparts the most gorgeous healthy flush. It contains a blend of anti-oxidants including vitamins A, C, E and green tea to keep your lips looking their best, long after the makeup comes off!
Retail price is $14. Check it out at gloskincare.com.
Expert Tips and Tricks from gloMinerals:
1) Layer a gloss, like gloLiquid Lips, over gloTint for added lip dimension, or layer your favorite bronzer or shimmer blush over gloTint for an extra cheeky effect.
2) Apply to lips with our gloLip brush for added precision (ed note: You really should use a brush)
3) Have chapped lips, but still want color? Use gloTint and follow with the glominerals mint balm.
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