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Funky Chunky Glitter Pencils

BellaSugar — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 12:18:33 -0800

Razzle dazzle em' with these cool chunky glitter pencils! A little glitter goes a long way. These multi-purpose sticks act as instant eye cheek and collarbone brighteners and they are super easy to apply. Just dab them into the inner corners of your eyes for a widening effect, smooth them on your eyes and cheeks as a spot treatment luminizer, or use them as no fuss, no muss eye shadow/eye liner. Whatever you decide, they'll be sure to make you glow.

All Over Glitter Pencil by T. LeClerc, $22.50, is a fun accessory to add to any makeup bag. This sleek and smudge proof pencil can be applied anywhere on your body where you want a hint of shimmer and shine! Available in silver or gold.

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Sexy Little Things™ Put a Sparkle in My Eye™ Glitter Eye Stick & Sharpener by Victoria's Secret, $15, is technically an eye shimmer stick, but you can use it anywhere on your body to create a sexy sparkle.

Available in a deep blue sapphire color (shown) or platinum (a silvery gold color) and can be purchased online or at any Victoria's Secret Boutique that carries beauty.

You Can Look Pretty in Purple Shadow, Too

BellaSugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:00:22 -0800

Emma Stone sure knows how to glam it up, doesn't she? At last night's GQ Men of the Year event in LA, the actress wowed in this subtle lavender shadow. Encircling the eyes with makeup can look raccoon-like, but Emma manages to pull it off, thanks to a light touch and a soft-toned shade. The great thing about this cooler-toned shade is that it looks great during all seasons, and it just happens to be very of-the-moment. You can look pretty in purple shadow, too. To get some tips on wearing it without looking Grimace-y, just keep reading.

Trend Alert: All That Glitters

BellaSugarUK — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 03:00:00 -0700

At the Dior Spring/Summer Haute Couture show, John Galliano sent out a bevy of brightly dressed, models-as-society-beauties; all with eyes that were loaded with glitter.

Glitter on the eyes is nothing new, but what is different this season is a cabaret meets BoomBox-esque twist, where the glitter is piled on with abandon and spreads out from the eyes, down the cheeks, for a modern take on this starlet classic.

For a big night out, experiment with different coloured glitter – iridescent green and bright gold are hot right now, but bronze is a good starter colour. For some easy application tips, just read more

So that your eyes will stand out in the mass of glitter, use a black or dark brown eyeliner. Try Rimmel, (£2.99).
Dab some vaseline where you want to apply the glitter – so all over the eyelids, up to the brow, and on the cheekbones.
Using an eye-shadow brush, apply the glitter on the eyelids. Press the brush against the centre of the lid. Use firm, short strokes to spread the flecks across your eyelid, working from the centre to the outer corner of the eye, then from the inner corner back to the centre.
Try the bargainous, Barry M Dazzle Dust, (£4.50), in old gold or rust. I love using MAC's Solar Bits, in Black Ore, (£14), for a super dramatic look.
Take the product right up to your brow bones and smudge a little with your fingers.
For an avant-garde vibe, take the glitter right out to the top of the cheekbones, in a winged look. It should almost appear as though you've been crying glitter. Add more vaseline first if you need it.
Try Urban Decay glitter eye gel, (£11.50), applied all over the eye area, for a less messy look. Rockstar is a moody purple, while Arena is a great bronze-gold.
More likely than not, you'll have glitter in places you didn't want it. Just clean up using a makeup remover, like Amie's, (£4.75).
For a more subtle, and easy, look try a glitter eyeliner, like Jemma Kidd's, applied over the top of a metallic shadow, and blended well.

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Holiday Makeup: The Golden Girl

BellaSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:00:31 -0800

When it comes to holiday makeup, all that glitters truly is gold. There are few shades more universally flattering, and the light-diffusing properties of metallics make skin look soft, warm, and undeniably inviting. There's no better time of year to deck yourself out in a little royal glitter, whether you want to glow in soft candlelight or correct the harshness of fluorescent office lighting. I've put together a complete gold color palette, from lip gloss to eye liner and mascara, to help you have a little fun with the original precious metal. Click through and stay golden, Pony Girl.

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Which Colour Lipstick Do You Like Best on Charlize?

BellaSugarUK — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0800

At last night's screening of The Road, South African actress Charlize Theron looked stunning in a glittering dress, retro waves and deep, red lipstick - a perfect Autumnal shade. After looking through some of her show stopping red carpet moments, I've noticed that she often changes her lipstick look whilst keeping her cheeks and eyes subtle. Take a peek at these six very different lip looks and vote on the one that you like most!

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How to Wear Glittery Liner in a Classy Way

BellaSugar — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:04:03 -0700

Who ever said that glittery makeup is only reserved for the middle-school crowd? At last night's New York premiere of Amelia, it definitely wasn't Hilary Swank. Wearing an unexpected silvery-blue shadow on both her upper and lower lash lines to coordinate with her steely blue-green gown, Hilary proves that sparkling, shimmery finishes don't have to look cheesy. In fact, the cool-based shade complements her brown eyes nicely. While the general rule of thumb is to pair a bold eye with a subdued lip, I'm all for breaking rules, but when glitter is involved, less is better. To find out some of my tips for wearing glittery liner when you read more.

Halloween How-To: Rock Out Like Lily Allen

BellaSugarUK — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 06:00:00 -0700

Halloween is the time of year to live out your hair and makeup fantasies. Let loose next Saturday night and let yourself get creative, or simply put a modern spin on the classics by dressing up as a sexy kitty cat, a feisty devil, a fairy princess or a movie or TV witch.

Then you have your icons like Cleopatra and Twiggy, or perhaps you fancy looking like a pop star. Why not channel Amy Winehouse, David Bowie or even Lily Allen?

Lily is constantly pushing the boundaries of typically pretty makeup onstage. Instead she opts for rock-chick glam. Shop this look below and find some great glitter eye makeup, false lashes and purple lipstick!

Reader Review of the Day: Urban Decay Eye Shadow

BellaSugar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:01:37 -0700

Urban Decay's Eyeshadow ($16) has long been a favorite of makeup junkies, but lately the company has expanded its collection even further to include new textures and colors. Reader gooz1231 tried out the newest palette, and says:

"The brighter colors have great pigmentation and they go on lovely and smoothly. Some of the colors, like Midnight Cowboy Rides Again, tend to have chunky glitter, so I would avoid those-but the rest are really nice. They are a little bit more expensive than MAC eye shadows, but I would still recommend them anyway."

I actually love Midnight Cowboy Rides Again, specifically because the glitter is so bold, but that's why it's important to get more than one opinion, and her point is well-taken. Is there a cosmetic you like that I don't, or vice versa? I'd really like to hear your take on it, then. Just pop over to our Product Reviews pages, where there are more than 50,000 products to review. While you're there, read up on what other people think, too. It's a great way to share your experiences, and makes finding something to love a little easier for all of us.

How-To: Freida Pinto's Blushing Front-Row Look

BellaSugar — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:00:46 -0700

Freida Pinto has been making Paris considerably more adorable this week, holding hands with cutie boyfriend Dev Patel at the fashion shows and taking to the streets in a variety of sweet outfits. At the Louis Vuitton show, her makeup was the standout part of her ensemble. It was subtle, but it gave her a gorgeous glow and played up her features perfectly. If you don't want to go darker in the chilly months ahead, this look is a delightful substitute. To find out how to do it yourself, just keep reading.

An Easy Way to Wear Glitter, Courtesy of Katy Perry

BellaSugar — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700

Leave it to Katy Perry to sparkle on the MTV Video Music Awards red carpet. (What, you thought she'd show up looking subdued?) Her dazzling eye makeup created maximum drama, but by pairing it with matte lipstick colors (coral for the red carpet, red for the performance) and soft pink blush, makeup artist Jake Bailey kept things from looking too Xanadu. Want to make a commitment to sparkle motion by mimicking Katy's look? Well then, just keep reading.

No7 Moisture Drench Lipstick - £9.50	Urban Decay 7.5g glitter eyeliner - £12.00
No7 Protect & Perfect Foundation - £15.00	Urban Decay Pocket Rocket Lip Gloss Jesse - £10.28
Ruby & Millie I-Metal Liquid Eye Colour - £9.50	Crème Blush by BECCA - £22.00
Prescriptives 15ml Tint balm for the lips - £12.50	False Eyelashes - £3.00
No7 Metallic Eye Pencil - £7.00	Revlon Colourstay Ultimate Liquid Lipstick Icon Iris - £8.80