Perfect Shade For Just-Bitten Lips
Feb 21, 2012
Beauty writers, including myself, are guilty of over-using certain phrases when talking about products. Imagine how many pinky-red lipsticks are described as giving a "just-bitten lip look."
However, there's one that really, truly creates a gorgeous flush on lips. It's Clinique lipstick in Black Honey. This isn't a new color. It's actually been a best seller for years. I'd go so far as to say it's a "cult classic" (yes, that's another over-used beauty term). What is new is that Black Honey now comes in a dual-ended stick -- one side is a sheer lipstick and the other is a gloss. You may be questioning my judgement from looking at the above photo here. The color does look black. But, swipe it on like I did for this picture, and you'll see how the hue transforms into this juicy, translucent deep cherry. 
A Few of My favorite things...Today
Feb 3, 2012
Make Up For Ever's Rouge Artist Natural lipstick in Folk, a creamy peach limited-edition color from the brand's spring LA Bohème collection.
Native Union Pop Phone is not only cool, it keeps you safe from all that cellular energy. Found it at West Elm and gifted it to family members and myself over the holidays.
KeepCup makes my Starbucks runs easy and eco friendly because it fits under standard espresso machines. You can create any color combo you want when you order it. Cheers to KeepCup for sending me mine in The Beauty Girl grey and pink colors.
Kate Moss Does Lipstick
Jan 26, 2012
Just when you thought Kate Moss has done it all, she creates a lipstick collection with Rimmel. Lasting Finish Lipstick by Kate Moss is set to launch this spring and will feature five of the model’s favorite hues: deep brick red, royal purple, dusty rose, candy coral and blushed nude. The creamy formula is cased in a black tube, sealed with Kate’s signature. Anything this fashionista touches turns to sheer coolness; you might want to snatch up a tube or two.
Iris Apfel Brings Her Spunk To MAC
Jan 13, 2012
Jewelry designer, interior designer, fashion icon extraordinaire, Iris Apfel, has teamed up with MAC Cosmetics to create a makeup collection inspired by her eccentric style. The spunky lip, eye and nail colors ooze Apfel—especially the hot pink, orange and red lipsticks. There’s a clear emphasis on color (think teal eye shadow and magenta nail lacquer) but there are a few nudes laced throughout to balance the quirky colors. At first glance the collection looks like it’d be suited for a younger crowd, but hey—the ninety year old is painting on the fun and we think she looks damn good doing it. posted by Cody
(The collection is currently available at MAC locations and www.maccosmetics.com)
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Need a New Lipstick? Here's Your Answer
Oct 22, 2011Can you believe it's been 20 years since makeup maven Bobbi Brown started her beauty empire? To mark this milestone, she's come up with the lip palette of all palettes. The "
1991 Lip Palette" is limited edition, pocket size and 20 shades deep!
It's got the original ten lip colors that launched the brand as well as ten just-been-born shades so the options are endless: the new hues are bright, fun and meant to be mixed and matched with the everyday classics. From oranges and reds, to pinks and purples, to browns and neutrals, it’s all there. I’m no mathematician, but I’m thinking you can make at least a zillion and two color concoctions out of that. It even houses a lip brush and a large mirror.
Anyone Can Pull Off Red Lipstick -- I Promise
Oct 4, 2011I'm a big supporter of a red lip. I've even done an event that was purely dedicated to red lipstick! The amount of confidence that oozed from all of the women after the bold color was applied to their mouths was palpable. Even if you're adamant that a red lip isn't for you, think again. There's a texture and shade for everyone. Just watch!
Giveaway: Win Make Up For Ever Cosmetics valued over $100!
Jul 26, 2011Want to get the makeup looks shown on models at last week's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim in Miami? I'm giving 2 people the chance to win a suite of the exact Make Up For Ever products (valued at $107) worn at shows including Diesel, Mara Hoffman and Beach Bunny, among others. 
Get yourself a whole new set of makeup for free! To enter to win, comment on this post, follow me on twitter (twitter.com/NPTheBeautyGirl) and RT this message. Good luck!
Here's what's up for grabs:
HD Microfinish Blush #13, a sheer petal pink blush (shown on the model in above photo) used to give skin a glow at Luxe By Lisa Vogel
Khol Pencil #7 in gold, which was used to line the eyes at Diesel
Rouge Artist Intense #36, a gorgeous hot pink lipstick featured at Nicolita
Aqua Liner #13 in black that was applied to eyes at Beach Bunny to create a modern pin-up girl look
Smoky Lash Mascara worn at Mara Hoffman
Nicole Pearl, The Beauty Girl, has written for national publications including Allure, Cosmo, Marie Claire, Self, In Style, Seventeen, and more. She's covered NYC and LA Fashion Weeks, has appeared on TV as a top beauty and style expert and has been a guest speaker for corporations. The Beauty Girl blog is Nicole's exclusive insider notebook, sharing her V.I.P. access to the latest in beauty. Welcome! Still curious about Nicole? Click here. To book this beauty expert for parties, events, TV segments, media tours, personal consultations and appearances, email info@thebeautygirl.com
