Spring Trendspotting: L’Occitane Peony Collection

For the first time in ten years L’Occitane unveils a brand spanking new make-up collection that draws inspiration from the peony. To accompany the color collection, the beauty brand collaborated with French nurseryman, Jean-Luc Rivière, to create a peony focused scent. All of the fragrance and make-up products in the collection are infused with the [...]

ThisThatBeauty vs. Hyperpigmentation

Grab a cup of tea, a big bowl of (ThisThatBeauty’s fav) popcorn, glass of vino, yummy cocktail, or what ever it is you reach for when you settle in for a good read. This article promises to be the longest post in ThisThatBeauty history.
I am often approached regarding my exact skin care routine. I must [...]

ThisThatBeauty’s Exclusive Coverage of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall/2010: Iman Cosmetics Backstage at Arise African Collective

Faithful ThisThatBeauty readers know that the Arise African Collective show at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week is one of my personal favorites. For the last two season, I have had the pleasure of covering both backstage and the runway.
For the Fall/Winter 2010 season of the African Collective, unfortunately due to scheduling conflicts, I was not able [...]

Event Alert: Do you desire longer lashes?

Lash and brow enhancers are all the rage these days. It seems like every bella and her momma seeks lush lashes and fuller brows. There are quite a few cosmetic brands that offer a non prescription alternative to Brooke Shield’s lash enhancer of choice.
RapidLash claims to offer, well, uhm, “Rapid” “Lash” growth. I stumbled upon [...]

Spring Trendspotting: Smashbox Heartbreaker Collection

Smashbox’s spring 2010 color collection, Heartbreaker, is a fun and flirty offering that is filled with bold and vibrant spring shades. This is precisely the energizing jolt of Spring makeup you seek after a cold dreary winter of subdued tones. Heartbreaker (which makes me hum this lil ditty by everyone’s favorite Meltdown Diva) embodies trends [...]

Manicure Boredom

Are you suffering from an acute case of “Manicure Boredom”? The term is loosely defined [by me] as the overwhelming feeling of “meh” that hits you when its time to select a polish for your weekly mani. Essie Ballet Slippers….beat it! OPI Linkin Park After Dark…so over! If you’re stuck in a mani rut, check [...]

ThisThatBeauty Nails It: “Re-Fresh Mint” by China Glaze

It’s time for another installment of “ThisThatBeauty Nails It”.

I love how I announce the upcoming installment of “ThisThatBeauty Nails It” as if this is actually a regularly occurring series. Like I’m actually churning out lacquer reviews on a somewhat consistent basis. Shame on me. The nerve! Tis true…my lacquer lovin’ is lacking. I am seriously [...]

Spring Trendspotting: Givenchy

New Impressions from Givenchy demonstrates a visit back to the roots of creation as Nicolas Degennes takes inspiration from the possibilities of a blank page.

Soft and airy, Givenchy’s spring make-up collection is influenced by coloured inks and stains on white paper. The skin is pale and flawless, with a luminous glow that reflects a perfect [...]

Spring Trendspotting: Estee Lauder Very Hollywood Collection

This spring Estée Lauder has collaborated with American fashion designer Michael Kors to bring out the Very Hollywood collection, inspired by the glamorous world of Hollywood.
“The inspiration for the Estée Lauder Michael Kors Very Hollywood Color Collection is iconic Hollywood glamour, both past and present, interpreted for everyday life,” Michael Kors explained. The look reflects [...]

ThisThatBeauty’s Exclusive Coverage of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall/2010: Felicia Walker Benson Key Makeup Artist at the Vessel by Lois Samuels

My goal for the makeup was to create an aesthetic that would balance and enhance Lois Samuels’ collection. Her collection, the Vessel, is very clean with masculine and parochial school influences from Lois’ youth. This is my second season working with the designer. The makeup must introduce an element of structure to align with the [...]

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