Will you be having a MAC Pink Friday today?

 Nicki has the internet going nuts with her new collaboration:  

Pink 4 Friday by M·A·C Cosmetics and Nicki Minaj

Nicki’s exclusive shade will only be available for purchase four Fridays beginning Friday, November 26, 2010, while supplies last, ONLY at www.maccosmetics.com

*This information was sent to Spiced Beauty by MAC Cosmetics

My new love: Revlon Matte Lipstick in Wine

A few weeks ago I was invited to LG Fashion Week by another beauty blogger named Davida. By total coincidence I was downtown filming in the same location as LGFW, so I didn't have time to go home. Also I left all my makeup at home so I had to run a store...ASAP.

After swatching over 20 lipsticks in Shopper's Drug Mart.. Relvon Wine stood out above the rest!

They're moisturizing and not drying like other matte lipsticks. Also it doesn't settle in the lines of my lips..which is a horrible sight to see..lol.

Here is a hand swatch:

Here is a lip swatch:

Question:

Do you own any of Revlon Matte Lipsticks?

Sigma Flat Top Synthetic Kabuki F-80 Review + Guide

I have been on a hunt for a flat top brush that can be used with liquid. Hello Sigma's Flat Top Synthetic Kabuki F-80!

This exclusive flat top synthetic kabuki was designed to deliver a flawless makeup application. The Sigma Makeup F80 is a buffer brush that can be used to blend powder or liquid products. The short and dense bristles make it easy to buff your liquid foundation. The long handle adds comfort to your makeup application. The synthetic fibers are ideal to be used with liquid products and can be easily cleaned. 

Pros:

• Multi-purpose (can be used with creams, liquids & powders)
• Long handle (good for handling)
• Short dense bristles ( This gives an airbrushed look)
• Soft bristles ( Doesn't hurt when you buff your foundation)
• Price (Only $16.00!!)

I don't have any cons for this brush! It is rare to find a brush that gives you a quick airbrushed look.

This is how I use the brush:

First apply a small amount of foundation on the top of your hand or a metal plate.

You don't need a lot with this brush. Dab the brush, so it has a good amount of product.

Secondly dab the product to your forehead, cheeks, nose and chin.

Then buff it in for a airbrushed look.

At the end you should have a flawless face which looks like you don't have ANY foundation at all.

Loveee it! This brush gets 5 stars from me, I would definitely recommend it for anyone from a newbie to a MUA.

Check out some of the other Sigma brushes.

Are you ready for MAC & Marcel Wanders Collection?

M·A·C Cosmetics is widely recognized for its stylish, artistic, quirky and edgy collaborations whose partners run the gamut from the world of fashion and art to Hollywood and pop culture. It is no wonder that the latest partnership is with none other than legendary Dutch designer, Marcel Wanders. The two powerhouse brands are teaming up on a 2010 holiday luxe makeup collection that is bound to catch the attention of makeup addicts and design aficionados around the globe.

M∙A∙C & MARCEL WANDERS on counter starting 

November 24, 2010 until December 26, 2010

M·A·C & MARCEL WANDERS LIPSTICK $22.00 US / $26.00 CDN

Martha - Golden champagne with pearl/frost (Frost) 

Gesina - Red with slight pinkish undertones (Cream) 

Catharina - Fuchsia (Cream)

Digna - Blackened red (Cream) 

M·A·C & MARCEL WANDERS LIP GLOSS $22.00 US / $26.00 CDN

Mary - Light gold 

Beatrix - Golden nude 

Aleydis - Fuchsia 

Gertruyd - Blackened red

M·A·C & MARCEL WANDERS SHEER MYSTERY POWDER $60.00 US / $72.00 CDN

Light Medium - Pale ivory 

Medium Plus - Tan beige

FALSE LASHES $18.00 US / $21.50 CDN

Black

AIR OF STYLE SCENT CONCENTRATE  $30.00 US / $36.00 CDN

Air of Style   Air of Style scent in a solid perfume formula

M·A·C & MARCEL WANDERS BRUSH CLUTCH  $65.00 US / $78.00 CDN

M·A·C & MARCEL WANDERS BRUSH  $75.00 US / $90.00 CDN

This collection is gorgeous! I'm eyeing that mascara (No pun intended). Is there anything you have your eye on?

*This information was sent to Spiced Beauty by MAC Cosmetics

Balmshell Cosmetics: How to you feel about Cheek / Lip Tints?

Lately I have been looking for other ways to explore colors out of my comfort zone. The easiest way is to play with finishes.

Tints is something I usually don't choose because of my skin tone.. I really have to get out of that mentality because WOC can wear anything.

One of my favorite Tint's is from Balmshell.

• It can be used for lips & cheeks
• Gel based
• built-in antibacterial sponge applicator

SWATCHES:
Applied 3 times.. smudge out to get a "rosy glow"

Question:

How to you feel about Cheek / Lip Tints?

Event: Ribbon Rouge in support of families affected by HIV in Nigeria

Ribbon Rouge is a yearly Fashion event that is held in Canada and organized by Canadian based pharmacist, Mo Olaosebikan.The Ribbon Rouge 2010 event is scheduled for December 11th in Toronto, Ontario.

Guests can win several gifts (Including a spa package, Dining gift cards, Free purses, discounts
off bespoke clothing and discounts off portraits). In addition, guests will have the opportunity to buy
fabulous fashions and art, which are awesome Christmas gifts, from our silent auction.

All Funds raised at the event will be donated to UNAIDS in support of families affected by HIV in Nigeria.

Sometimes a girl has to RETURN

During one of my crazy shopping adventures. I bought these two tops..both equally adorable but awkward..

The white top on the left had sleeves to die for BUT it was extremely low cut. I was totally not comfortable with that and I didn't like the look of it with a tank underneath.

The black sweater on the right looked cute on the hanger BUT the shoulders looked super padded on me... No word of a lie, I felt like I had football shoulder pads on LOL.

Note to self : Never shop off the racks near cash. They ALWAYS catch you when your cashing out : P

Question:

How do you feel about returning clothes?