TOP TIPS: The best Christmas ideas

It's Pay day and for most of us, its the last one to ensure all those Chrsitmas presents are bought. But not sure what to get people this year for Christmas? Need some inspiration? Or is it more that you just want something just that little bit different this year? IF you are like me, I feel that I end up just buying the same old presents for the same people as there is so little choice out there! Fear not, here is a selection of the Beauty sets on the market that are unique and unusual for the special people in our lives!

Read on for inspiration....

                                           

REVIEW: Carine Roitfeld for M.A.C

"Edgy and provocative, image-maker, editor and stylist, Carine Roitfeld edits her signature look into a collection of chic colours and tools inspired by her aesthetic, featuring limited-edition shades and two new seductive Eye and Cheek compacts."

Introducing the latest collection from M.A.C- a collaboration with the fashionista herself Carine Roitfeld. The former editor-in-chief of Vogue Paris has added her signature to this new range of make up. The range comprises of 23 pieces from Full Face Kits to lipsticks; brushes to Nail Lacquers. The focus is on Carine's signature looks such as the smokey eye and the neutral lip.
Read on further to see the full range and watch the behind-the-scenes video...

                         

TOP TIPS: Primers

Primers are really the most vital step to your makeup routine. Get your base right and the rest will follow! 

Before every make up application you always require a "clean slate" therefore you should always cleanse and moisturise your face as this will make your make up look 10 times better than if you had to put it on without having a clean face. But the next step that many people tend to always forget is applying a primer in order to prepare the face for makeup. 

Read on further for a quick and easy guide to not only what a primer does for your skin but learn about how best to apply it and also what products we recommend you try!

REVIEW: M.A.C Style Seeker 2012 Collection

Along comes M.A.C's Fall collection this year! A vivid collection defines the season to come for the brand and this specific range draws inspiration from the "spirit and style of a global wanderer". 

"She has a knack for juxtaposing vintage, ethnic, flea market and avant-garde into stunning original looks, inspiring a world of wanderlust as eclectic and fashionable as she is."

Read on further for details on the products in the collection... 

REVIEW: The Best Fake Tan's on the market

We all love to have a tan- somehow it makes us feel happier, sexier, confident and most importantly- slimmer! But we all know tanning is bad for you. Sitting out in the sun for too long and burning is not good for you skin and neither is a cheeky couple of minutes on the sunbed! So the way forward has to be the fake tan. Inconsistent, streaky, looks fake- I hear you cry? Well fear not!! Read on further for Stylist Magazine's guide (I'd love to take the credit!!) to a foolproof, flawless self-tanning....

TOP TIPS: Inject seventies glamour into your makeup routine

Many recent catwalk makeup looks have drawn upon the looks and trends of the hippie seventies, but it can be a rather tricky trend to pull off if you are not a confident make-up applier. Many a time I have tried and felt that it I looked just caked on with make-up rather than feeling dewy eyed and fresh looking.
So to give you a helping hand, check out our pick of the season's mew beauty must haves!!
Draw inspiration from the angelic-looking D&G runway girls and achieve their flawless skin this summer:

TREND ON TRIAL: Flower Petal Lip

This trend first was seen on Prabal Gurung's Spring/Summer 2012 catwalk and seems to have hit the big time! The Stylist Magazine Beauty Editor even wrote an article about the trend a couple of weeks back.

Makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury from M.A.C was used behind the scenes. Her inspiration was Prabal's vivid flower imagery and bold colours in his designs. Her idea for bold lips and barely there makeup helps compliment the vision of the catwalk show. 

“The way we translate that in the makeup, we have this matte lip juxtaposed with this beautiful dewy sci-fi highlighted skin,” she said. “We wanted it to feel sensual, intoxicating but strong and powerful.” Charlotte Tilbury

Read on further for tips on which products will help you to achieve this look...

REVIEW: What's all this about B.B Cream?

"All at once. Moisture, protection and flawless perfection."

There has been a lot of hype surrounding "B.B Creams". Sorting through the archives and saw this rather interesting piece "Meet the future of foundation: BB Cream" in Stylist Magazine, and a blogpost sprang to mind!!

Garnier was first to launch, then EsteeLauder, Clinique, Dior and MAC have all launched their own versions and now Origins are launching theirs. But are they just jumping on the bandwagon here? Are any of them any different from each other?

The ‘beauty miracles’ boast a multitude of functions - protecting the skin from sun, while moisturising, nourishing and restoring, camouflaging imperfections and prevention of skin ageing. Originating from Asia, BB stands for Beauty Balm or Blemish Balm. It is a make-up bag staple for Korean girls because it promises natural-looking skin coverage.

                  
Read on further for my reviews and recommendations on some of the big BB Creams currently on the market.

REVIEW: M·A·C Hey Sailor! Collection

The biggest M·A·C launch of 2012 is soon launching in May- so here a quick sneak preview to all you who have not seen it yet!

As the major launch, you can expect many, many new lines from M·A·C but dont wait around to buy as again all these new shades will be limited edition!

This new colour collection "decked out" in nautical striped packaging features eye shadows and pencils, lipsticks & lip glass, powder blushes, pigments, lip pencils, nail lacquers and mascara.

Also, perfect for the balmy summer days is the line of bronzing powders, body oil, liquid lip balm and a new face blender brush.

Read on further for product details on all the collection....

TOP TIPS: Create that perfect Spring Look!

With such beautiful weather this week- Spring seems officially here!! Now is the time to say out with the old, and in with the new. Put away those winter makeup items and spruce up for summer!! A soft touch is the perfect look for spring- subtle yet stunning!
Read on for StreetSavvy Beauty's 10 key products that will get you ready for the sun...

10 key products- clockwise from Top.