It has been really hectic here at Beauty Bridge lately and there is lots of work to be done but I have to say I have been having a hard time concentrating on anything but the new Spring/Summer 2013 makeup and nail collections! Our buyer is so awesome! From GloMinerals to Too Faced to Deborah Lippmann I have a feeling this season will be the best so far! To make matters worse I have 750 BBVIP reward points that will get me a pretty hefty discount. And even though that may seem awesome it also means that this weeks’ paycheck may be devoted to my new spring and summer makeup wardrobe! Who needs lunch when you could have lipstick?
And lately it seems that a lot of our customers agree with me. Our international orders are skyrocketing and our domestic ones have been following suite. Our new 24 hour customer service agents can’t keep up with all the product questions and requests.  Everybody is primping and prepping for spring and summer and come fall they will be thankful because all those points will add up just in time for the holidays. As far as our store is concerned, we have been doing some spring cleaning and it looks so amazing with all the new collections on display. If you haven’t already,  please stop by and check out what we have.  Our knowledgeable staff will be able to help you with anything you might need for your beauty regime. From makeup to skincare to bath and body, we have it all here at Beauty Bridge. Now let’s go out and enjoy this beautiful weather and get some inspiration from all those beautiful blooms. Till next time
Anyone who knows anything about movies will tell you that the Cannes Film Festival is one of the most prestigious film events of the year. Not only is it where some of Hollywood’s finest are recognized for their work on the silver screen, but their fashion as well! This year, numerous celebrities showed up to the 66th Annual Cannes Film Festival to celebrate a year that’s already been filled with blockbuster hits.
Many of the stars who attended the event turned heads for their ensembles as well as the makeup they wore on the red carpet. Whether you didn’t get a chance to pick up a celebrity gossip magazine yet or search the Internet for Cannes Film Festival news, it’s not too late to see who wore what in front of the cameras! Some of these ladies’ fashion and cosmetic choices will likely set the tone for the upcoming season.
Emma Watson
This gorgeous celebrity has come a long way since originally gaining worldwide fame in the “Harry Potter” movie series. At the Cannes Film Festival, Watson chose to show off her natural beauty through the makeup she selected for the event. Rather than opt for a bold lipstick, she selected a subtle pink for her pout. Additionally, Watson kept it simple with her eyes – it seems that she had a bit of silver shimmery eyeshadow on her lids to brighten up her peepers. A hint of black mascara was also added to extend her natural lashes. However, there was nothing more than that on her face to showcase her stunning natural features!
Carey Mulligan
Watson wasn’t the only star who chose to tone it down for the red carpet event – Carey Mulligan, who starred in “The Great Gatsby,” also decided to wear less makeup in front of the cameras. Just like Watson, she proved that you don’t need to cake on the blush and eyeliner to look beautiful! Mulligan had a bit of dark mascara on her lashes to give them some volume, but did little else around her peepers. Instead of going with a vivid shade of lipstick, she thought it would be best to wear a nude shade on her pout, which worked wonderfully with her skin tone. It appears that Mulligan chose to skip the blush and opt for even more simplicity on her cheeks, and it suited her incredibly well.
Nicole Kidman
Another renowned actress who knows a thing or two about walking red carpets is Nicole Kidman, and she was present at the Cannes Film Festival. Kidman chose to wear a peachy lipstick on her lips that shined as she smiled for the cameras. She decided to be a bit bolder than Mulligan and Watson with her eye makeup choice, creating a cat-eye look around her peepers with mascara and eyeliner, according to My Daily. This technique was executed wonderfully to bring out the baby blue color of her irises.
Julianne Moore
At the Cannes Film Festival, many found Moore’s poofy retro dress to be a little much, according to The Huffington Post. However, she hit the right note with her makeup, which gave her a lively appearance. Moore had a bit of rouge blush on her cheeks and complemented the color with a deep pink lipstick on her pout. She also decided to create a dramatic look using black eyeliner and mascara around her eyes to truly make them sparkle.
Whether you want to recreate Emma Watson’s look or Carey Mulligan’s neutral appearance, it’s worth taking notes before you whip out your bag of cosmetics!
When she isn’t singing and wowing fans on stage, Miley Cyrus is attending some of the hottest events in Hollywood. Recently, the young celebrity attended the Maxim Hot 100 Party and opted for bold red lipstick, long lashes and an ample amount of mascara to impress onlookers. However, Hollywood Life claims that she made one obvious mistake – she didn’t blend her makeup!
Whoever was in charge of Ms. Cyrus’ face will likely be getting a talking to after her appearance at this star-studded event. The powder used on the rest of her face was blended poorly – if not at all – around her chin. This created a mismatched look that attracted the attention of photographers at the party.
As you can see, these types of cosmetics mistakes happen to the best of us. However, there are a few ways you can ensure that you’re using your powder properly when you apply it to your face. TLC claims that it’s critical to blend your foundation all the way down to your neck to create a cohesive look. Then, blend all of your makeup seamlessly throughout your face, whether you’re using just blush or going nuts with everything from eyeshadow to bronzer.
As more celebrities begin to take advantage of summer makeup and hair products, we’re seeing an increase in Boho looks! It seems that more women are attempting to say, “I don’t care how my hair looks,” with their tresses as of late. One of these women is Ashley Benson, the star of the hit television show “Pretty Little Liars.”
Recently, the blonde bombshell was spotted at a concert with waves in her hair and something rather unusual – yarn! Glamour magazine reported on the celebrity sighting, claiming that yarn is going to be extremely popular this season. Ditch the headbands and opt for good old-fashioned string if you want to look chic in 2013!
Kate Hudson is another celebrity who’s adopting the Boho look just in time for summer. She was spotted at the Tribeca Film Festival with her hair down, full of waves that really showed the crowd that she couldn’t care less about her locks! She made it work, and you can too with a volume-infusing hair spray and a quick blow-dry with a round brush, according to Hollywood Life.
If you feel like you’re missing out on some of the hottest hair trends of the season, there’s no better time to brush up on the latest styles than now! Celebrities on the red carpet are doing a fantastic job of giving everyday women a little bit of inspiration.
One of the biggest trends in hair as of late seems to be the pixie cut, according to the Pittsburgh Gazette. Actress Charlize Theron is the latest to sport this ‘do, and it takes a brave woman to go without long, luscious locks! However, you might want to try this style if you’re getting tired of maintaining your hair with specialized shampoos and conditioners.
Another trend that you can consider is curly hair, which is also becoming popular around Hollywood. While some people find curls difficult to keep up, there are many hair styling products on the market today that can combat issues such as frizz.
If you aren’t sure about how curly hair will look on you, Allure magazine recommends opting for layers. This can give you the volume you need to rock some waves regardless of how your ‘do naturally looks on your head!
One trend that has been booming in recent months is glitter, and it isn’t going away any time soon. Elle magazine claims that it’s all about sparkling these days, whether you have a cocktail party to attend or you’re going to another formal event. Specifically, more models are being seen with gemstones on everything from their eyelids to their pouts, replacing lipstick and eyeshadow – for at least the time being.
But is it really practical to go all-out with gems and glitter? What if you’re only getting ready to go to work?
“Less is more,” celebrity makeup artist Mary Phillips told the news source, claiming that crystals might be best reserved for runway shows. “Unless it’s for a performance, I wouldn’t have your entire lips crystalled.”
In some instances, you might feel downright uncomfortable wearing any type of makeup that gives you some shine. However, you don’t need to be a teenager to flaunt this look in a stylish manner. If you’re afraid of how glitter might appear on your face, Marie Claire magazine recommends taking it slowly and applying it to your eyelids first. Then, you can move on to shimmery blush and lip gloss.
Is it a little too soon to be thinking about fall? Makeup artists don’t think so, and many of the cosmetics trends that are expected to take the season by storm can be found on the runway right now. Recently, Allure magazine reported on some of the makeup styles you’ll likely be seeing later this year once summer has wrapped up.
Most notably, you might want to keep your Dermablend concealer on hand, as natural, feminine looks appear to be reigning supreme on the runway. There’s no better way to showcase your beautiful features than with neutral eyeshadow, lipstick and blush, and this is what Valentino tried to stress at a recent show.
Another trend that seemed to be emerging was the glossy, nude pout. Gone are the days when women were scrambling to get their hands on bold red lipstick – now is the time to go colorless and show off your lips as they are.
If you’re used to wearing pops of color, it might be a bit challenging to tone it down a little bit. However, Real Simple magazine claims that you can easily take advantage of this trend once fall arrives by sticking to your concealer to hide your flaws and go bare.
If you haven’t seen “The Great Gatsby” yet, you might be missing out on some of the hottest makeup trends of the season! It’s not uncommon for Hollywood to set the tone for styles in the world of cosmetics, and this movie was no different. Now, it seems like everyone wants to get a taste of the 1920s and bring out the Daisy Buchanan in herself!
The Huffington Post reported that the 1920s were all about bringing out the most of your feminine qualities through your makeup. This is why women were seen all dolled up with bold lipsticks and eyeliner – no, they weren’t just craving attention! This was the style of the day, and it was used heavily throughout “The Great Gatsby.”
Dark eye makeup was a cornerstone of style in the 1920s, and it wasn’t just flappers who rocked the look. Anyone who wanted to appear glamorous knew that dramatic eye makeup was the ticket. To achieve the perfect look from this era, Hollywood Life recommends being generous with your mascara and giving your lashes some volume. On your lips, opt for a bold red to make your pout truly stand out.
Now that the 2013 Met Gala has come to an end, fashionistas everywhere are starting to pick out styles that they think will become booming trends in the coming season. Brad Goreski for E! News recently went over what he loved at the gala, as well as what he thinks will be seen more often in the next few months.
It seems that cut-out dresses are here to stay, as seen on celebrities such as Jessica Alba at the event. Whether you have a cut-out T-shirt or dress that you want to flaunt, summer will be the perfect time to do so. The smoky eye also appears to be making a return – more women were spotted with this dramatic look on the red carpet. Give it one more season before you ditch your dark mascara and eyeshadow for something brighter!
Finally, beautiful manicures also seemed to be a trend at the gala. Think studs and neon nail polish for summer! Not sure how to take advantage of this style? Harper’s Bazaar magazine claims that it’s as easy as wearing a little glitter on your fingers or opting for contrasting colors.
If you love food, have you ever thought about how it could apply to your cosmetics? These days, manufacturers aren’t just worrying about how their makeup will look on consumers’ faces – they want to make sure they’re delicious, too!
Cosmetics Design recently reported that while makeup brands aren’t necessarily creating items to be consumed, they’re including ingredients that could be ingested without causing any problems. The reason for this is because some of the same components found in food are incredibly useful in cosmetics. As more people look for natural-based eyeshadow, lip liner and mascara, food-based makeup might become popular in the near future.
Cocoa, for instance, is incredibly helpful to makeup creators because of its antioxidants. Coffee beans and chocolate extracts are also becoming mainstream in the industry. This is leading many people to believe that the food and makeup realms might come closer together in the coming years.
In any case, it’s always worth taking another look at your cosmetics to ensure that they’re safe for your face, regardless of whether they contain food. Items that don’t have expiration dates, smell strange or look dirty should be discarded, according to Parents Connect.
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