Guess what, ladies? No need to hoard your MAC Mineralize purchases any longer—your favorite Mineralize Skinfinish Powders, foundations, eye shadows and blush are no longer limited edition items!

I’ve been hooked on Mineralize Skinfinish Natural for nearly two years, thanks to my friend Heather, and even named it on my “Best of 2007” list. I’m beyond excited that the MAC Mineralize products are now part of a permanent collection.

Here’s the scoop on MAC Mineralize: (more…)

Happy New Year! It’s 2009 and I’m not looking back.

While 2008 was mostly wonderful for Makeup Bag (the WWD feature, the Elle mention, PARIS!), it was also a very difficult year for me personally. I lost my dad in January which has crippled me in ways that I can not explain. I’ve also spend most of the year away from my husband who is working on a business project in Hawaii that requires him to spend most of his time on the island of Kauai. For these reasons, most of 2008 was rather foggy and I haven’t really felt quite like myself.

This year, I’m taking my mom’s advice and moving forward. I have so many fun ideas for Makeup Bag but just haven’t had the mental energy to execute them.

This is the year I’m going to make it happen. Makeup Bag will be bigger and better than ever and I hope you’ll stick around for the beauty-adventure.

Here are some of my favorite products from 2008:

1. Bobbi Brown Mauve Palette Everything I need for makeup on-the-go is in this palette. Kudos to Bobbi Brown for creating yet another perfect palette.

2. CHANEL Haute Chocolat Nail Colour It was love at first sight with this deep brown, shimmery polish—and the honeymoon’s not over yet. I love this polish.

3. CLINIQUE Comfort on Call moisturizer This has been my go-to moisturizer for weeks. There is no scent to irritate my dry, sensitive skin.

4. CoverGirl LashBlast Mascara I like the waterproof formula—it does amazing things to my lashes.

5. CLINIQUE Blushwear Cream Stick in Shy Blush This color is so perfect for my skin and I love the convenience of the cream stick.

6. Jurlique Citrus Hand Cream The incredibly creamy texture and amazing scent of this hand cream make up for the price.

7. Zoya Nail Polish in Erika How could I NOT include my namesake polish on this list?

I’ve seen a few lists from other beauty bloggers around the web this week. Check them out:

• The Makeup Girl

• 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic

• Rocketqueen

• Blogdorf Goodman

• Makeup Minute

• Jolie Nadine
  

What were your favorite products of 2008? Leave a comment with your answer and be entered to win a selection of products from the Makeup Bag Beauty Closet.

Winner will be selected at random on Monday, January 5. Feel free to enter as many times as you’d like. Good luck!

Last month we told you about the gorgeous new palette from the Bobbi Brown Mauve collection and it’s now available at Nordstrom.

We’re never disappointed with Bobbi palettes, but this one is just exceptionally perfect. The Mauve Blush is so gorgeous, we’ve used it every day since receiving our sample. Even though our complexion is on the lighter side, this deep mauve blush looks amazing on our skin.

The Bobbi Brown Mauve Face Palette is currently available at Nordstrom for $55.

MAC Sonic Chic is a collection of Minerlize Blush in shimmering shades of pink, gold and bronze.

The baked powder formula allows for exceptionally sheer and lightweight application. The super fine powder provides soft shimmer on skin and builds color without heavy coverage. This can be worn on face, eyes and/or body.

Mineralize Blush
Dainty Light yellow pink with gold pearl (frost)
Warm Soul Midtone beige with gold pearl (frost)
Nuance Midtone peach with gold pearl (frost)
Gleeful Deep dirty blue pink with gold pearl (frost)
Gentle Raspberry with gold pearl (frost)
Love Joy Warm midtone brown with gold pearl (frost)
Merrily Midtone dirty (burned) red with gold pearl (frost)
Pleasantry Intense midtone blue pink with gold pearl (frost)
Love Thing Dirty burgundy with gold pearl (frost)
Suggested Retail Price: $21.00 U.S./$25.00 CDN
Brush
181 Small Buffer Brush Ultra-soft natural, rounded dome tip
brush for application of Blush and Powder. Smaller version of
existing 182 Buffer Brush
Suggested Retail Price: $30.00 U.S./$36.00 CDN

MAC Sonic Chic is available beginning July 10th at all MAC locations and online at maccosmetics.com .