Friday Fixation: Pat McGrath

Now, I’ve been a fan of makeup artist extraordinaire Pat McGrath for a very long time, but cannot help being that extra bit in awe this week.

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Not only these pics have been released, with all McGrath’s talent and artistry poured over Kim K, but also, as Max factor’s Global Creative Director, Pat designed some Star Wars inspired makeup, to mark the brand’s partnership with the movie.

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Another mascara: Clarins Wonder Perfect

Clarins Wonder Perfect MascaraI never tire to try new mascaras; it is always great to discover a new brand.

Sometimes, they don’t live to expectations, but this is not the case with the Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara.

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Red soles… for your lips. Louboutin lipstick is coming

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Image: Sofie Valkiers (Instagram)

Oooh, Loubi… oooh…

It looks like some fabulous Louboutin Lipsticks in matte red have been peppered around the world. With the successful launch of the nail polishes, no wonder Mr. Louboutin would venture into more beauty, after all, his works are beauty itself (yes, yes, I am a fan).

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Changing foundations: discovering Hourglass Immaculate

hourglass immaculate foundation review10 years. The time I stuck to the same brand of foundation. Admittedly between different types, but mainly one for more than half of that time.

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Bronde, strobing, baking and clown-contouring: are they really new?

feature1Recently we have seen “new” beauty “trends” popping up everywhere: strobing, bronde and clown-contouring.

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Friday Fixation: Christmas in July

XmasYes. You heard it. I did say Christmas. In July. Honestly, with all companies having the Christmas press events over July, there is no way I cannot obsess about it.

There are so many lovely things (see what I did there?!) coming up from amazing brands, I just cannot wait.

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Glowing with the Inika Light Reflect Highlighting Creme (review)

inika highlighterHighlighters are a essential part of my makeup routine; on a daily basis, I always wear it on the top of my cheekbones.

I am always looking for the next go-to product, so I was very happy to get hold of the Inika Light Reflect Highlighting Creme.

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NYX Skinny Eye Marker review

nyx super skinny eye markerI adore my feline flicks so much that I even wrote about all types of eyeliner. My favourite is the pen, and I found a good friend on the NYX Skinny Eye Marker.

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