Beauty Buzz | Must Have Beauty Products, Editor's Picks

As an editor I receive virtually every single new beauty product that comes out on the market. However, there are a few products that I have been using for years or just got to have after trying it on at the store and actually purchase myself. Here are a few of my latest buys from the last week, I had to stock up for fashion week of course!

Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick In Beach
I love shimmer and I am always looking for ultra shimmery eyeshadow. I haven't found any other shimmery shadows that are as beautiful an sophisticated as Bobbi Brown's Shimmer bricks. I use it as an eyeshadow mostly but if I am going to an event I will swipe it over the tops of my cheekbones for an extra pop. I use Mac's painterly paint pot as a base/primer on the lids and the shimmer lasts literally all day. I also have to mention that I had my last shimmer brick for two whole years and the only reason I brought a new one was because I accidentally dropped it extremely hard onto my hardwood floor and the brick broke into pieces. So it just goes to show you the longevity of this product which is an amazing buy at around $38.00 from Saks.

Makeup Forever HD Foundation
I used to use MAC studio sculpt as a foundation last month but it ruined my skin and I broke out severely. So I had to switch foundations and thought I would give Makeup Forever's HD foundation another shot because I used to use it a few years ago but dismissed it because I felt that it was too sheer. However, after trying it again I am very happy with how natural it looks. I like full coverage foundations and this is definitely more moderate coverage but looks great when paired with the pan stick concealer.

Makeup Forever Pan Stick Concealer
I am actually trying the pan stick by Makeup Forever for the first time, and might I say I am in love! It covers every flaw without looking cakey and stays put after a good dusting of HD powder. Sephora does not carry this product so you will have to visit the Makeup Forever store located on E 12th street at Fifth avenue. The boutique is cute, nothing special but they do offer a free makeup application with the purchase of $60.00 worth of makeup so when buying these products make sure to do it before a night out with the girls or a big event so you can get a free professional makeup look by a Makeup Forever artist.


MAC Pro Lipstick In Milan Mode
Pink lips have become kind of like my signature but finding a classy hot pink is hard to do but I think I've accomplished the impossible. I am all over Milan Mode by MAC it is a beautiful shade of pink that packs just enough of a punch without being gaudy. The regular MAC counters do not carry it so you will have to go to a pro store. I personally purchased mine from the MAC Pro store in Times Square.

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Hello Kitty For MAC

Whenever I see my Hello Kitty toaster or my Hello Kitty jewelry or even my Hello Kitty Visa I get a sense of girly delight which I can't explain. So you can understand my excitement when I heard about the Hello Kitty collaboration with MAC a while ago on WWD. I've just got my hands on the collection myself, and I think it's adorable. Now mind you my makeup look has always been filled with bubblegum pinks and vivid blues so this collection would have been perfect for me when I was fifteen but now I enjoy a more polished look . Yet I've chosen some products to feature below which can be incorporated into any makeup bag seamlessly. Adding a little Kitty Power never hurt.

I was surprised by how well these glitter-liner's worked. I'm used to watery glitter-liners that barely deposit any glitter but the Hello Kitty for MAC glitter-liners are fantastic and a definite must have for any party look. I'dc recommend lining the lower lash line with these liners rather than the top for more visability. My favorite colors are as featured, Her Glitz (gold) and Kitty Power (pink).

I love the lipstick shade, Most Popular, and I plan to stock up on it because it is THE perfect berry color which looks amazing on an olive complextion. I like to first prime my lips with Laura Geller Lip Spackle and then line with with MAC lip liner in "Subculture" a nude that covers all pigmentation on lips and then top it off with the Hello Kitty for MAC lipstick and sometimes a bit of Vincent Longo gloss to add an extra kick.

I'm Feeling Fafi

M-A-C has done it again. Last Spring I was going mad for the Barbie Loves MAC collection and now I'm swooning over the Fafinette collection. Fafi the French artist who has made her fame conjuring up curvaceous, sexy and edgy characters called Fafinettes, has joined forces with MAC to create this fabulous new collection. Fafi's look is all about color, provocation, and fun. I especially adore this collection for two reasons. The first being that it's extremely french with a modern twist. Second being it's fresh, young and in sync with the Spring 08 artsy trends. The line ranges from violets and pinks to creams and blues. The products are indeed strong but the consistency is virtually weightless. This is one collection to get your hands on. -M.M.

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Barbie Loves M.A.C.

My friend Karla told me about this collection from M.A.C a few months ago but it was only recently that I had a chance to check it out. In any case If you don't know this already, Barbie is one of my favorite fashion icons. She has flawless but fun makeup and I love that. So you can just imagine how excited I was about this collection from MAC complete with fuchsia lipstick and pastel eye shadows.

But unfortunately it was a limited edition collection and my local MAC counter doesn't have any products in stock but I was happy to lean that I can order them from the MAC UK store so I was happy. The site has great tips on how to create some really glam looks. Perfect for night and day. Cheers xx MIMI Barbie Loves MAC
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