Paul & Joe Beaute Summer 2010 Launch

Seeing as how it will be 90 degrees over the weekend- I get's it's officially summer time! That means it's also time for Paul & Joe Beaute's Summer 2010 launch! Paul & Joe actually is also a fashion line with talented designer Sophie Albou at the helm. Just like when their clothing collections launch each season, the beaute division creates a limited edition collection to go with it. My pick of this season? Their lipsticks! Gorgeous, fresh, soft and very wearable! From left 001, 002, 003

These translucent setting powders are perfect for holding your make-up in place during hot summer days. Their containers remind me of vintage Coty make-up from the 1950's a bit.

Moracco and the desert was an inspiration for this collection & I can't help but imagine all the girls from Sex And The City using the products in the desert scene from the movie preview! Corals 004, Bronzes 005 and a flash of crisp Blue 006 round out the polish shades. Everything about Paul & Joe Beaute pieces are a work of art- with their limited edition pieces truly becoming collectable items. What's your favorite?

Peace. Love. Lipgloss. M

Summer Accessories

We are slowly digging out from under boxes at the boutique! How I would love to get a shipment once a week, it keeps everything fresh & new. But I swear all the vendors conspire to send their packages all at once! First up? Accessories galore!

I love these earring's delicate, vintage vibe. About the size of a penny- they are so romantic!

These dainty studs have a classic Chanel vibe & who doesn't love Chanel?! Smaller than a dime, they're the perfect feminine touch!

When I saw these rings, I immediately thought of Nicole Richie's House of Harlow jewelry line. I love the entire feel of her designs, but our costume rings are so much more affordable than hers at $15!

Stay tuned for more sneak peeks at what has arrived at the boutique as we clean up all the packing peanuts!

Peace. Love. Lipgloss. M

SmashBox's Brow Tech To Go

Me thinky me needy! The Brow Whisperer in me is a 24/7 thing. There is no turning it off. I can be in a meeting or at Target & become slightly fixated on someone's brows. I, of course, bite my tongue since I never want to make people feel self conscious. My powers are meant for good, but sometimes I just wish I had free reign over everyone's brows (& chin hairs dear lady at McDonald's drive thru...) Filling in brows is an absolute must for me. It takes your established shape & pumps it up a notch in terms of lifting and making them look groomed. The original Brow Tech has been a staple in most make-up artists' kits forever. Now they've launched an angled brow pencil(why has no one thought of this before) + a clear gel combo= perfect in its portability. Can't wait to try it out! Tell me beauties- do you fill in your brows on a regular basis?

Peace. Love. Brow Whisper. M

Paul & Joe Prom Beauties

With Leah being in last weekend for Paul & Joe, I thought I would post my own glam-over using their products! One of our fabulous clients, the naturally gorgeous Blake, popped into the spa for prom make-up this weekend. See how I got her glam below!

How to achieve Blake's look? First I applied Paul & Joe's UV primer all over since I knew her make-up needed to last close to 12 hours(it was going to be a long night of dancing!). Then I evened her china doll like complexion out with Paul & Joe's Light Cream Foundation 10 focusing on neutralizing the redness in her cheeks. To fake naturally flawless skin- apply foundation only where needed & not all over the face, it gives a less 'made' up look. Further concealing around her nose & under her eyes with Paul & Joe's Stick concealer in 02 was then set with their pressed powder in 02. For her eyes, I applied Paul & Joe Eye Primer 02 over the lid, then layered with the shimmering peach of Palette 001. In the crease I applied the medium brown shade from that same Palette 001 in a windshield wiper motion. I used my favorite dual liner from Being True to line the upper & lower lash line eyes(the black side), then used the light side to brighten around the inner corner of the eyes. Limited Edition Bronzer 01 was lightly dusted over cheeks, with lip laquer in 03 finishing off her flawless look! She looked & felt like Cinderella and I hope she had an amazing time at the ball!(ahem prom)

Peace. Love. Lipgloss. M

The Hills Returns!

Is it sad that I'm so stoked for Monday?! Though the Hills really fell apart after LC left, it's still such a guilty pleasure of mine. Will we get a look into Heidi's level of sanity? Hopefully, they pull out all of the stops since this will be its final season (with rumored appearances from the always classy LC!)

Ah the City... How I love NYC & Whitney! For the record MTV doesn't budget for hair & make-up, so she does her own on the show. Kudos to her for rocking out the flawless skin & wavy hair!Whitney seems so nice & normal. The supporting cast on the other hand has made this show juicier than the Hills. I'm really interested to see her fashion week debut & if she has what it takes to be a designer. I worry she's not cut throat enough! So yes this thirty year old will be joining the throngs of teenage girls glued to the screen Monday night! Will you be watching? Happy Friday!

Peace. Love. Lipgloss. M

Make-Up Search

So I've been debating about bringing in a new make-up line at the spa. Don't get me wrong- I love the lines we have, but this gal never can have enough! Is it wrong to want to spice it up a bit?(she says guiltily).

The Goldilocks in me wants an established brand, but one that isn't saturated in the market place - which means it can't be at Sephora & Ulta. My interest has been piqued by lines created by my beloved Kevyn Aucoin (may he rest in peace) and Sue Devitt. Are there any that my beauties out there would recommend? Ones that you've stumbled upon and now can live without? What do you look for when buying your prestige beauty products? I'll be headed to The Makeup Show to browse other lines next month, but would love to hear your thoughts!

Peace. Love. Lipgloss. M

Paul & Joe Beauties

Fellow beauty blogger Gouldylox also came in to have her make-up done with Leah. If you're a reader of her blog, you know we've been working extremely hard at La Papillon to treat her hyperpigmentation with a series of chemical peels. I must say, without a shred of make-up on, her skin looks amazing!

Again Leah spends time priming the face before applying Paul & Joe's new launch for summer-Protective Fluid Foundation with an SPF 25 to the face.

Voila! A beautiful natural complexion with softly smoked eyes & nude glossy lips completed the look. Perfectly sun kissed, just in time for summer.

Peace. Love. Paul & Joe Beaute. M