My Favorite Ten Spring Trends #7

 No. 7 Rosy Cheeks

Those beautiful spring bloom colors are right on our doorstep..even if we are expecting a snow storm in April!  A great way to welcome spring is with a flushed and rosy cheek.  Blushing rosy cheeks look great on everyone…the classic spring trend. 

Get your spring bloom on with Too Faced blush in Pinch My Petals.

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No. 6 Gold Shadow

I love this trend of gold!  Try Laura Mercier’s Platinum Metallic eye.  For a sheer effect blend cream on your lid, or for a more dramatic eye, blend to the arch of your brow!

My Favorite Ten Spring Trends

No. 5 Natural & Luminous Skin

This trend NEVER goes out of style!  It is a minimal foundation that looks natural and luminous.  A great foundation to try is Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk.  Bare Escentuals has a wonderful product called Mineral Veil., it is a powder finish.  Either of these products will leave your skin glowing!

   

My Favorite Ten Spring Trends #4

No. 4  Coral Lips

Leave winter’s dark vibe behind and try a super saturated orange lip, or start with a soft coral almost peach shade..  Which ever spectrum you try is very chic right now!  Coral shades are very flattering and actually make your teeth look whiter! 

Try Nars Vesuvio, which is a mattte finish, or YSL’s Pure Lipstick in Fuchsia Pink!   

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No. 3 Purple Eye Shadow

 We can at least PRETEND Spring is here with the colors we wear!  A fantastic trend in eye shadow for this Spring is purple.  Colors from pale lilac to bright violet purples are universally flattering for all skin tones. 

I really love Laura Mercier's Limited Edition 'Silk Road', it has 4 eye colors and 2 cheek, they are Gorgeous Palace Pink - soft pink with shimmering gold pearl, Regal Violet - bold, sparkling violet, Golden Sands - soft pink peach with sparkling gold pearl, Rare Taupe - soft grey taupe with satin finish, Lavender Silk - pale, blue violet with matte finish, Persian Rose - pink coral with gold hidden pearl!

Also..think about purple on your fingers and toes!  There is an amazing company called Butter which is from London.  Their products contain NO Formaldehyde, Toluene, or DBP's.  Try Butter HRH..even the Queen would like it!

My Favorite Ten Spring Trends in the Cosmetic World #2

Original Tinted Moisturizer

2. Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer

I’ve always loved Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturizer and I think it is the perfect tool to create your spring canvas. It is a lightweight foundation with an SPF 20 (ALWAYS wear sunscreen!!) that lets you build your coverage and adds a very natural glow to your skin.  Let me stress F-O-U-N-D-A-T-I-O-N, not to be mistaken for MOISTURIZER..you still need a face moisturizer under this.  Laura should change this name, as it is very confusing! 

There are several versions to choose from, Original, Oil Free (I use this one) and Illuminating.  I love to wear a bit of the Illuminating alone, but a really great tip is to mix a small amount into your other Tinted Moisturizer or foundation..it creates a beautiful glow!  You may also use it as a highlighter along your cheekbones!









My Favorite Ten Spring Trends in the Cosmetic World

Since it looks like my sandals won’t be making an appearance anytime soon, let me add a little warmth to your day and tell you about my favorite spring trends.

1. Too Faced Shadow Insurance

You should definitely check out Too Faced Shadow Insurance. It will keep your eye shadows from fading and creasing, I promise! Not only does it keep your eye shadow in place, but the silicone base also changes your shadow to a more blendable and intense version of the color. Another reason I like this primer so much is that it will help to tone down any discoloration PLUS smooth fine lines on the lid.  Two other versions are Candlelight & Glitter Glue. I really love them!

More to come shortly!!!!