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Product Review: L’Oreal HIP Kohl Eyeliner

Talking Makeup’s lovely intern Meryl, put L’Oreal HIP Kohl Eyeliner in Kohl Navy and L’Oreal HIP Kohl Eyeliner in Gold Kohl to the test.


Meryl, Talking Makeup’s intern

Here is Meryl’s L’Oreal HIP Kohl Eyeliner in Kohl Navy and L’Oreal HIP Kohl Eyeliner in Gold Kohl review: The applicator is a stiff felt tip which applies the loose pigment stored in the jar. Thanks to the rich pigmentation, these actually stay put really well. The colors I tried were Navy Kohl, and Gold Kohl which were extremely wearable and in style for the summer season. I liked the gold color for inner eye highlighting. I used the navy to create the smoky navy blue eyes.

These are my Pros and Cons about the product. Pros- Very easy to apply, highly pigmented rich in color and vibrant! Cons- Since it’s a loose powder on a felt tip, it could be slightly messy and flaky. Just remember to tap the eyeliner over the sink to release the excess before application. Overall it gave me a shimmery summer smoky eyes!

Celebrity Makeup Artist Jackie Sanchez Interview with Marta Walsh

Celebrity Makeup Artist Jackie Sanchez does make up for Tyra Banks, Alek Wek and Kimora Lee.

In this interview, Jackie Sanchez talks to Marta Walsh about her first breaks as a makeup artist, makeup philosophy, working with supermodel Alek Wek and tips to getting her look, what can we find in her makeup bag, and future plans.


Jackie Sanchez

Marta Walsh: When did your fascination with makeup begin?
Jackie Sanchez: When I was 10 years old my brother got me a makeup kit called Scandia. It had eyeshadow, blush, lipstick, mascara, the works. I still remember opening that first box full of lipsticks!

MW: How did you get your first big break as a makeup artist?
JS: There are so many exciting times that I can remember. I would have to say working with legendary author Toni Morrison opened many doors for me. Traveling with her, accompanying her on book tours, meeting the television elite such as Katie Couric, Diane Sawyer, and Charlie Rose, has been so exciting.

MW: What is your makeup philosophy?
JS: I definitely believe in “less is more”. If you have nice skin why cover it up with heavy foundation and powder. Makeup should enhance your beauty.

Limited Edition L’Oreal Paris Colour Riche Lipcolour in True Red

I’m so excited to have in my makeup bag the luxurious Limited Edition L’Oreal Colour Riche Lipcolour in True Red! A total classic. I’m also loving the red shade, it’s the perfect elegant red. This  L’Oreal Paris lipstick quality lives up to its name: it is very rich in moisture and easy to apply, considering it’s red, which can be a tough color to apply.

For the celebration of L’Oréal Paris’ 100 years of legendary beauty, L’Oréal Paris has created a limited-edition Colour Riche Lipcolour, which is their best-selling iconic lip collection and a consumer favorite since its launch in 1983.

Get The Look:Grey Luxe Eye Makeup

Get The Look:Grey Luxe, or grey and silver eye makeup, as seen on Kristen Stewart, Hilary Duff and Alicia Keys.

With summer parties in full swing, Modelinia.com (www.modelinia.com ) is here to give you tips on the hottest makeup trends. Grey and silver eye makeup work on all skin tones and can be seen on the runways of Marc Jacobs and Matthew Williamson and on celebrities like Kristen Stewart, Hilary Duff and Alicia Keys.

Johnny Lavoy, Maybelline’s resident makeup experts and the host of Modelinia.com’s series Get the Look, gives step by step instructions on how to get this classic look in this video.

 1. Sweep a light silver color across the eyelid. Go right up to the crease on the lid and stop where the crease starts and apply from the inside corner to where the lash line ends. Don’t forget to blend in because you never want to see when one color stops and the other color starts.

Estée Lauder Sensuous Gold Signature Eyeshadow Quad:Golden Glamour

Estée Lauder Sensuous Gold Signature Eyeshadow Quad is a limited-edition compact opens to reveal sensuous shades with a hammered-gold design. The four expertly matched colors work together for maximum effect. Silky, microfine powder glides on freely, blends seamlessly. Lasts all day, color-true and crease-free, $35.

Marta Walsh’s favoite Estée Lauder Sensuous Gold Signature Eyeshadow Quad shade is Rose Gold.

Maybelline Pulse Perfection by Define-A-Lash Vibrating Mascara

Maybelline Pulse Perfection by Define-A-Lash Vibrating Mascara is Maybelline’s first vibrating mascara. Patent-pending elastomer brush vibrates 7,000 times per stroke. Provides clump-free definition, intense color, and shine. Waterproof; also available in washable formula. Builds lash volume, length, and adds curl. Buildable formula. Ideal for All Skin Types. Contact lens safe.

 How to use a vibrating mascara, such as: Maybelline NEW Pulse Perfection by Define-A-Lash Vibrating Mascara:

Evan Rachel Wood: Get The Look

Evan Rachel Wood was spotted in Paris promoting her latest film Whatever Works, a film directed and written by Woody Allen. I can’t help but noticing her red lips, perfectly flawless complexion, and beautifully lined eyes.

To get Evan Rachel Wood’s inspired flawless complexion try Giorgio Armani Beauty Lasting Silk UV Foundation SPF20 in your shade.

Sam Fine’s DVD Launch Party!

Talking Makeup is glad to share with you some images from last night’s Sam Fine Basics of Beauty DVD event hosted by IMAN at the Warren-Tricomi Salon at The Plaza (June 18th 2009)!


From Left: Vanessa Williams, Sam Fine, Lisa Iran


From Left: IMAN, Sam Fine, Deborah Cox, Vanessa Williams

Everyone was sipping on NUVO sparkling Liqueur cocktails like the Iman Tonic, the Sam Fine Sparkling Sunset, and the Fine Basic Beauty (vodka on the rocks). Attendees included Vanessa Williams, Deborah Cox, Taraji P. Henson, RuPaul, and Wendy Williams!


Sam Fine and Taraji P. Henson

Summer Beauty with The Amazon.com Beauty Store

Summer’s here and it’s time to turn up the heat with sexy summer color palettes. The Amazon.com Beauty Store offers everything you need to set your inner “hot child in the city” free. From Essie nail polish to summer styling aids, The Amazon.com Beauty Store is your one stop shop for everything summer!

Multi-colored Madness

 Essie Minis, $12.00. PurpleLab Huge Lips Skinny Hips Lip Gloss, $20.00

Urban Decay Skull Shadow Box, $36.00. Yves Saint Laurent Colour Harmony for Lips, $62.00

Get The Look:Jennifer Lopez Daytime Bardot Beauty

If you haven’t visited Troy Jensen’s website yet you are missing out on some of the best kept Hollywood makeup tips and tricks! Troy Jensen does makeup for celebrites like: Kim Kardashian, Kendra Wilkinson, Melanie B, Nicole Scherzinger, Rachel McAdams and more.

Troy Jensen did the makeup for Jennifer Lopez in image below & shares his experience: “I finally got to work with one of my favorite beauties, Jennifer Lopez. I’m a fan of her music, movies, and her stunning beauty. I got her ready for my friend Andrea Lieberman’s launch of her new clothing line collection A.L.C. at Barney’s New York in Beverly Hills. Andrea asked if I would be so kind to glam Jennifer for her event. I responded with a “Hell yeah!”

Troy Jensen used Dior makeup to get her daytime Bardot beauty look. Click image below to enlarge!