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Every woman is uniquely beautiful but it is because of their uniqueness that women need to apply make-up that is the correct density, shade and colour for them. Different skin tones, face shapes, hair colours and eye colours all have an impact on what make-up would suit you. While a woman can be beautiful without make-up, many like to accentuate and highlight their best features with carefully chosen products. But it must be remembered that make-up, if applied incorrectly, can have the exact opposite effect as well. (more…)

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Even with air conditioning, you may find your office getting a little too hot for comfort this summer. Luckily, there are quite a few things you can do to help you keep your cool this season. Wearing shorts and vests to work isn’t an option for most of us, so read on for some fashion advice for those sweltering days, as well as a few more tips, like staying hydrated, choosing the right office fan, and some great heat-proof cosmetics. (more…)

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Estee Lauder has always been the brand for practical older woman, it seemed to lack the glamour and lusting after that followed brands like Chanel and MAC. Because of this Estee Lauder has put a plan in motion to revitalise their image and appeal to younger generations as well. With the help of renowned make-up artist Tom Pecheux, Estee Lauder has designed a new range of make-up called the Pure Color which will appeal to the youthful customers. The first of the Pure Color collection will only be available in August but as an introduction Pecheux has released three limited edition products: a lip gloss, powder and eye shadow. (more…)

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Plastic surgery is not the taboo topic it once was. Everyday people like teachers, lawyers and even your parents are having routine plastic surgery procedures such as rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, face lifts and tummy tucks during their lunch breaks. People aspire to look their favourite celebrities and often forget that nine out of ten times these celebrities weren’t born perfect and have had a few nips and tucks done themselves. (more…)

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Mineral makeup has taken centre stage with women and teens in the UK, with brands like Revlon, Maybelline, and M.A.C. having all converted a good part of their cosmetics to mineral based products. Other than looking fabulous and giving your face a healthy glow, mineral makeup is non-comedogenic, which basically means it doesn’t infiltrate and clog your pores like conventional makeup does. (more…)

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With the second installment of the Sex and the City movies due for release very soon, it’s clear that Sarah Jessica Parker and her co-stars will soon be setting trends and inspiring women around the world quicker than you can say ‘Manolo Blahnik‘. In keeping with trends, the style is a feminine one, but it stays confident and strong – and, of course, it’s very New York. Want to know how to get the look? Read on. (more…)

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Foundation make-up should be the base of every woman’s make-up procedure. Done incorrectly, applying foundation stands to make a woman look caked and artificial and can accentuate flaws such as blemishes, bags under the eyes or wrinkles, rather than negate them. Improperly applied foundation quite simply ruins the whole ensemble and forces the woman to start the whole process again. On the other hand, if applied correctly, foundation can enhance your facial features and provide you with a radiance second to none. We have laid out some guidelines for applying a perfect foundation, though more exact steps will of course vary from person to person. (more…)