Smokey Grey & Black

Here is an ultra dramatic black and silver smokey eye. The color that is "in question" from the Kohl's pallette is on the bottom row, 5th from the left. Work it girls!!!!!!

Perfect Eyebrows

Here are some more tips for doing your eyebrows. Hope you enjoy!!! Don't forget to make some requests. Send them to dollcosmetics@gmail.com. Thanks ladies!!!

Hair Inspiration?

I'm having a slight girl crush on style mogul and fashion icon, Nicole Richie. I've always been a fan of her effortless boho chic style (anticipating her new clothing line Winter Kate) and already a fan of her jewelry line, House of Harlow.

I'm getting my hair done tomorrow at the fabulous Lift Beauty Boutique in Yorkville and came across this photo of Nicole on the up-coming March cover of Fashion Magazine. I am loving the darker hair on her and the shattered bangs - the look is very sultry/sexy.

I haven't had bangs in a while and itching for a new look. What do you think? Should I go for it???

Photo courtesy of: nicolerichiefashion.blogspot.com

Helping Haiti: Do Your Part

Even in the midst of beauty products we can still find time to somehow help the people suffering in Haiti. I came across this post by Janine Falcon over at beautygeeks about helping Haiti. She inspired me to add a banner to Makeup Junkie from The Humanitarian Coalition website - the Canadian Government will match donations made through this site. 

Another cool way to donate that I just found out tonight is donating your Shoppers Drug Mart Optimum points! They have a variety of charities to choose from. I donated all mine to Haiti of course. Check it out here.

For more information or to donate click on the banner to the right. You'll feel good knowing you did your part!

Photo/banner courtesy of thehumanitariancoalition.ca

Spring Preview Review: Zoya Reverie Lana Nail Polish

Polish hue of the day? Zoya Reverie in Lana!

Lana, rich metallic red, looks more orange-red in this picture but in reality is more red than orange. This shade will look striking on fair-skinned beauties and look sexy on warmer or tanned skin tones. It's a gorgeous colour perfect for both the toes and fingers.

What are your favourites from the Reverie collection?

To read more reviews for Zoya Reverie click on the links below:

Zoya Reece

Zoya Adina

Zoya Spring 2010 Reverie collection is available January 2010. Sampler set retails for $36 USD and sold separately $7 USD.

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My Beauty Icon: My BFF!

I've met many beautiful, strong women in my lifetime and one beauty that has remained a constant in my life is my best friend, sista-in-crime, Christine. You may remember her from my many makeup 101 tutorials as my model (click here)! She is one of the most giving, compassionate, and loving people you will ever meet. Don't let the blond-ambition flowing hair, fake lashes, and striking features fool you - she's all heart and super sweet!

Despite Christine's hectic life, she still has time to give back to her community. I'm so proud and thrilled to be apart of a charity that is near and dear to her heart.

On February 20, 2010, the New Life Neighbourhood Centre in Oshawa will be hosting and celebrating its first annual charity gala event, "In the Still Of the Night". Funds raised will go towards the renovation of the kitchen and the surrounding areas as requested by the Durham Region Fire Marshall. For more than 10 years the food bank has been providing support to Oshawa area families who are facing financial challenges in meeting the basic daily need of food and clothing.

In order to make this night a success, we are reaching out to you, the community to help make this event a success.

What: In the Still Of the Night Gala

When: February 20, 2010
Where: Heydenshore Pavillion
589 Water Street
Whitby, ON
Time: Doors open at 6 pm (Exquisite 3 course menu/ 2 choices of dinners to choose from, live musical entertainment featuring lovely and talented Christine Coloma, unique silent auction items and door prizes).

For more information on the New Life Neighbourhood Centre or to learn more about "In the Still Of the Night" and to be a sponsor visit www.mynlnc.com.

To purchase tickets please visit http://www.mynlncevents.eventbrite.com.

We look forward to seeing you! Thank you to my fabulous best friend for being my beauty icon, my friend for life, and for having a big heart! I love ya! xoxo

Golden Globe Beauties

Red carpet beauty and fashion is my favourite part of award shows (although I thought Ricky Gervais was hilarious) - everything else is kind of a yawn. There wasn't really anyone that stood out as a winner to me but there was definitely a lot of pretty faces and dresses.

Beauty expert and celebrity makeup artist, AJ Crimson, dishes on his favourite beauties of the night along with tips on how to achieve their flawless looks!

Julianna Margulies:

Julianna wins top spot with AJ! Natural and fresh skin, slightly defined corners of the eye make a beautiful doe eye shape in soft taupe and gold accentuated corner lashes with a subtle cheek rose color

To get the look use water based foundation to get a clean barely-there application.  On the outer corner of the eye, slightly define at the lash line into the crease. Use a soft brown shadow such as #98 by Makeup Forever or Taupe by MAC. Define the lash line with aqua black waterproof cream eyeliner, adding faux lashes on the outer corners and coat with SmashBox DNA LASH mascara.

Zoe Saldana:

Deep liner! Rim the entire eye with SMOLDER eye kohl by MAC, soften and set to prevent edges from running with Nars eye shadow in Sofia.

Kate Hudson:

I loved Kate Hudson's look. She looked stunning and classic. It was all about bronze cheek and nude lip this Spring.

To Achieve the look try SmashBox photo finish lipstick in MAGNIFICENT with Honesty by Kissable Couture on top for shine. We loved the hair softly pulled back and with a Guerlain Bronzer (Sephora.com) for the cheeks.

Anna Kendrick:

New comer - looked stunning with a soft smoky gray eye and heavy liner.

Achieve the look with lightly applied Lili Marlene cream shadow by Nars all over the lid into the crease. Set with a light sweep of #31 shadow by Makeup Forever.  Finish the look with Boot black eyeliner by MAC and Covergirl Lash blast Mascara!

Kristen Bell: 

The Peach cheek. Nothing says spring like full blushy cheeks. Try Style by MAC or for a rosy peach or #153 by Makeup Forever.

Mo'Nique:

Oh so radiant.  Very beautiful defined doe eye, bronze golden skin, soft brown eye. This look was just great placement.

To achieve this look try Exposed lip gloss by Kissable Couture #129 and soft brown eye shadow by Makeup Forever.

Christina Hendricks:

Rosy cheek, classic Red lips, black liner with heavy mascara. Try Amour by Nars Shu Umera eye pen in black with DIORShow mascara.Try adding some faux lashes for added drama! VERY MAD MEN!

My faves:

Loved AJ's choices but here are a couple of others to add to the list! 

Drew Barrymore:

I've loved Drew Barrymore since I was a kid. She has this fresh youthfulness about her and her look at the Golden Globes was exactly that. The dress wasn't my favourite - the shoulder/waist tinsel decoration kind of threw me off but she still managed to land her first Golden Globe!

Meryl Streep:

Meryl Streep can do no wrong. She is one of my absolute favourite actresses and always carries herself with such grace and elegance. Did anyone get a good look at her skin? Fabulous! Glowing and radiant.

Who were your favourite beauties at the Golden Globes this year?

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Photo credit: JustJared.buzznet.com