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Makeup Bag: 2010 March

March 9, 2010

Oscars Beauty: Anna Kendrick

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Yesterday I was traveling so I’m a day behind on my Oscar beauty updates, so forgive me if you’ve already seen these looks.

Anna Kendrick wore a romantic blush-colored Eli Saab gown on the Oscar red
carpet, complimented by an effortlessly elegant, modern updo designed by stylist Craig Gangi.

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Gangi, inspired by the graceful off-the-shoulder look, created an updo highlighting softly waved texture accenting healthy hair with natural-looking shine. He first applied argan oil-infused Moroccanoil Hydrating Styling Cream to add moisture and give hair a soft hold that was smooth as well as frizz-free and static-free.

After blow-drying hair straight, Gangi used a medium sized curling iron to create loose, natural waves. He then pulled strands back, leaving just enough hair at the nape of the neck to create a small ponytail, and shaped a loose, undone textured bun.

To add a touch of drama, he went back to weave three small braids with the remaining hair, then again braided the three with each other. Finally he circled the braid around the bun. After pinning the style, he sprayed Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray to hold the look in place without stiffness, and misted the final updo with Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine Spray for additional boost of red carpet shine.

Celebrity makeup artist Sara Glick created a “very soft, neutral look with bronze undertones” for Anna Kendrick using her favorite Dior eyeshadows and mascara: Dior 5-Colour Eyeshadow in Sunset Cafe and Incognito and DiorShow Unlimited Mascara.

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March 8, 2010

Fresh Sugar Lover Set

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This limited-edition Sephora exclusive set has all my Fresh favorites wrapped up in one convenient set:

Fresh Brown Sugar Body Polish (7 oz) combines real brown sugar crystals with nourishing oils for an all-natural exfoliant.

Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15 (.15 oz) blends reparative oils and waxes with real sugar to hydrate, soften, and protect the lips.

Fresh Sugar Eau de Parfum (.25 fl oz) combines bright citruses and soft florals with vanilla and caramel.

The set is valued at $69, but it’s available for a limited time at sephora.com for $45.

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March 7, 2010

CHANEL Chance Eau Tendre

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I love CHANEL Chance in all of its spicy green glory, so I am DYING to get my hands on the newest spin on the classic fragrance.

Described as “an unexpected mingling of grapefruit and quince meets the crispness of fresh green notes, while a trace of Jasmine Absolute lingers in the air. Gently warmed by a sheer veil of White Musk, at once, innocent and seductive,” I simply MUST smell this one for myself.

CHANEL Chance Eau Tendre 1.7 oz. eau de toilette is available from Nordstrom for $65.

*This fragrance is a Nordstrom exclusive.

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March 6, 2010

Bobbi Brown Orchid Palette

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It thrills me whenever Bobbi Brown does colors, as they’re such a lively and fun departure from her typical neutrals.

This gorgeous palette houses five complementary shades of purple shadow and three cool shades of Pot Rouge. The colors are perfectly suited for spring and would look beautiful with warm or cool complexions.

Bobbi Brown Orchid Palette is available from bobbibrown.com for $60.

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