Fashion Week: Behnaz Sarafpour Fall 2010 Backstage Beauty

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With a Fall 2010 collection inspired by menswear, Sarafpour requested that the beauty look balance the clothing with a soft, feminine and sumptuous feel.
"We wanted a sophistication in the makeup that didn't seem overdone, because that just screams 'office lady,'" says Espinet. The result? Groomed brows, healthy skin and natural touches of makeup that complimented the complexion without overwhelming it - except when it came to the mascara. "I have seven sisters, so I know firsthand that a young girl never knows when to say 'when' with mascara, so we overdid the lashes. It's young and sexy," adds Espinet.
Finger tips followed suit in a neutral milky beige tone, enhanced by a matte topcoat that gave nails a cashmere look and feel.
"The Behnaz woman wants to be a part of something new, so we went for something more cutting edge with the hair," says Javier.The top middle portion of hair was pulled back into a "baby grand beehive," and knotted at the top of the head - with the rest of the hair left full and flowing, styled with a curling iron. "To make it less Toddlers and Tiaras, don't curl the ends of your hair - it looks too perfect. And brush through after curling so your hair picks up the wave in its own way," says Javier.

 

GET THE LOOK MAKEUP - For a soft look to the skin, Espinet applied Care Essential Oil to hydrate and prep, and made skin flawless with Mineralize SkinFinish Powder. A new caramel bronzer for fall that is yet to be named was blended on cheekbones while Tinted Lip Conditioner in Soothing Beige was dabbed on lips. Lots of black mascara and a touch of clear brow gel finished the look.

GET THE LOOK HAIR - After applying Mouse Nutri-Sculpt to strands and blowing out, the top center of hair was sectioned off and pulled straight back into a knot on the top of the head. A light spritz of Double Hold Hairspray held strands in place without making hair feel crunchy.
GET THE LOOK NAILS - For a soft, textured nail that looks like satin fabric, Valinoti used two coats of Dessert Suede Nail Polish followed with a coat of Super Matte for a lush finish.

Yves Saint Laurent Pore Refiner Skincare Brush

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Pore Refiner Skincare Brush

Mad about make up? YSL reveals Top Secrets. Skincare products specifically created for make up addicts!
A unique pore refining skincare brush for combination skin prone to imperfections. This targeted skincare product instantly reduces the look of enlarged pores and mattifies shine, making skin appear visibly smoother and more even. Skin quality is improved and ready for a flawless make-up application.

 

Ingredients:
AQUA (WATER) . ALCOHOL DENAT. . GLYCERIN . POLYETHYLENE . SILICA . TRIETHANOLAMINE . ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER . PROPYLENE GLYCOL . SALICYLIC ACID . PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) . DISODIUM EDTA . LAMINARIA SACCHARINA EXTRACT . LINALOOL . BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL . BENZYL SALICYLATE . LIMONENE . HYDROXYISOHEXYL 3-CYCLOHEXENE CARBOXALDEHYDE . HEXYL CINNAMAL . HYDROLYZED HAZELNUT PROTEIN . HYDROLYZED LUPINE PROTEIN . HYDROXYCITRONELLAL . BENZYL BENZOATE . ALPHA-METHYL IONONE . CITRONELLOL . EUGENOL . GERANIOL . "9YH11-1 ".

MAC COSMETICS FACE CHARTS NY FASHION WEEK FOR SPRING SUMMER 2011

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NY Fashion Week: MAC S/S '11 Face Charts

 

BEHNAZ SARAFPOUR

A GIRL ON HOLIDAY IN INDIA, A SERENE, PEACEFUL VACATION. IT’S SOFT MAKEUP, INSPIRED BY NATURE. THE WAY YOU LOOK WHEN YOU ARE REALLY RELAXED AND SURROUNDED BY BEAUTIFUL THINGS.”
GORDON ESPINET

EYE

DALLIANCE MEGA METAL SHADOW (AVAILABLE 2011) – BLENDED ONTO THE LIDS AND ALONG THE LOWER LASH LINE.

I GET NO KICK EYE KOHL (AVAILABLE 2011) – DRAWN ONTO THE WATERLINES.

LIP

SUPREMELY CONFIDENT SHEEN SUPREME LIPSTICK – APPLIED TO THE LIPS.

FACE

FACE AND BODY FOUNDATION – FOR SHEER COVERAGE

PREP + PRIME TRANSPARENT FINISHING POWDER – TO SET FOUNDATION.

GIVE ME SUN! M·A·C BRONZING EVERYDAY (AVAILABLE 2011) – APPLIED TO THE CHEEKS AND BRUSHED UP FROM THE BROW BONES OVER THE TEMPLES.

 

 

DIANE VON FURSTENBERG

THE LOOK IS BASED ON ANDY WARHOL’S SILKSCREEN OF DIANE’S LIPS – ITS AN ICONIC IMAGE FOR DVF.”
JAMES KALIARDOS

EYE
PEARL CREAM COLOUR BASE – TOUCHED ONTO THE CENTERS OF THE EYELIDS AND THE TEAR DUCTS.
SCULPT AND SHADESTER M·A·C PRO SCULPTING POWDERS – TO CONTOUR THE CREASE OF THE EYELIDS.
FACE
STUDIO SCULPT FOUNDATION – FOR MATTE PERFECTED SKIN.
MINERALIZE SKINFINISH NATURAL – TO SET FOUNDATION.
SCULPT AND SHADESTER M·A·C PRO SCULPTING POWDERS – TO CONTOUR THE CHEEKS AND TEMPLES.
PEARL CREAM COLOUR BASE – HIGHLIGHTING THE CHEEKBONES AND THE CENTER OF THE NOSE.
LIP
M·A·C PRO PROCESS MAGENTA CHROMAGRAPHIC PENCIL – LINING AND FILLING IN THE LIP.
MAGENTA MADNESS PIGMENT – BRUSHED OVER THE PENCIL FOR A NEON PINK MATTE LIP.

 

 

PREEN

THE COLORS OF THE MAKEUP ARE INSPIRED BY EGYPT, THE COLORS OF THE SAND. THE CLOTHES HAVE BEAUTIFUL PALE BLUES AND LAVENDERS SO WE’RE DOING A LITTLE BLUE ON THE EYE AS WELL. VERY CATHERINE DENEUVE, BUT SUPER MINIMAL.”
JAMES KALIARDOS

EYE
LITE BRITE CREAMSHADOW (AVAILABLE 2011) – HIGHLIGHTING THE INNER CORNERS OF THE EYELIDS.
SWELL BABY SHADOW (AVAILABLE 2011) – BRUSHED THROUGH THE CREASE OF THE EYELIDS.
M·A·C PRO NC15/NW20 CHROMAGRAPHIC PENCIL – DRAWN ALONG THE WATERLINES.
LIP
SUPER KISSABLE LIP COLOUR – PRESSED ONTO THE LIPS.
FACE
FACE AND BODY FOUNDATION – BLENDED ONTO THE SKIN.
PREP + PRIME TRANSPARENT FINISHING POWDER – TO SET FOUNDATION.
GIVE ME SUN! M·A·C BRONZING EVERYDAY (AVAILABLE 2011) – BLENDED ONTO CHEEKS.
PEARL CREAM COLOUR BASE – TO HIGHLIGHT THE CHEEKBONES.

ILLAMASQUA ART OF DARKNESS FOR FALL 2010

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“Deep in an enchanted forest, the scene is set for a sumptuous feast. The chosen have arrived. Where this night will end no one knows. Not even death is inevitable.
Lured by the promise of immortality, a host of fantastical beings try their hand at creating the ever-elusive Elixir of Life. The resulting potions dazzle the eye and ensnare the senses, a beautiful array of jewel-like substances. They may not deny mortality, but they do make the theatre of life a more colourful stage on which to play.
It’s a melting pot of individuals, where ideas are exchanged, and new ones created. A surreal gathering from which the guests might never awake. Which is why this night can never end, and the game must be played for eternity.
So take your place at the table and let the banquet begin.
This is Art of Darkness.”

4-Colour Liquid Metal Palette 02

Containing the three new stunning Liquid Metal shades for Autumn Winter, complemented by the intense gold of Solstice, this indispensable palette is the perfect way to experience the lavishness of Art of Darkness. Apply with fingers or a brush to eyes, face and body to dazzle and delight.
Arriving 15th September.

£29.50 price per 10g

Art of Darkness Nail Varnish Set

Containing new shades Scarab and Viridian, plus best-selling shades Phallic and Boosh, this set is a must. As well as a great saving, you’ll enjoy beautifully bejeweled nails all season long. So follow The King’s example and don’t deny yourself.
Hardwearing and chip-resistant, apply two coats for intensity and use with Illamasqua Nail Base Coat and Illamasqua Nail Top Coat for the perfect finish.

False Eye Lashes No.26

 

False Eye Lashes No.26

Illamasqua’s most daring lashes to date, these feathered creations will add unmissable impact to any look, regardless of gender. Individually handmade and wonderfully soft, they’re a true work of art. Available from November.         

£17.50

 

Pure Pigment

Made to be played with. A metallic, high-shine, pure-colour powder that highlights eyes, cheeks and brows. Mix with eye shadow, blusher or use it on its own to intense effect. Bring out your bold side.

£15.00

• Ore – Golden Bronze

 

 

• Alluvium – Golden Lilac Blue

 

Lipstick – £ 15.00

Let your lips speak volumes. Illamasqua Lipstick glides on smoothly and never feels dry, for the perfect all-night pout.
Available in one colour : Disciple – Matt Navy Blue

Intense Lipgloss

Come out of the shadows with high-shine, colour-rich Illamasqua Intense Lipgloss in a wide range of bold colours. Create lips that look full and glossy, without feeling sticky. Draw attention to your lips, and to you.

£12.50

 

Liquid Metal

       Prepare to dazzle with this gloriously rich and highly pigmented metallic cream. Use to adorn eyes, face and body, and apply with fingers or a brush. Release your inhibitions and illuminate your alter ego.

£17.00

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• Liquid Metal Resolute 
• Stoic – Gleaming Emerald
• Superior – Deep Lapis Lazuli
• Resolute – Rich Russet

Powdered Metal

 

Revel in an intense radiance that no one can ignore. Apply to body and face to create anything from a subtle sheen to an extreme metallic finish. Step into the limelight and demand to be noticed.

£22.00