Talking Makeup is excited to share with you holiday beauty tips from Project Runway star and L’Oréal Paris Consulting Makeup Artist, Collier Strong.

Dramatic, full lashes— Introducing Telescopic Explosion Mascara by L’Oreal Paris, a new mascara with a breakthrough spherical brush offering 360-degree coverage from any (and EVERY) angle. This innovative mascara is designed to reach even the smallest lashes to separate every little lash from root to tip for explosive definition.

Expert Tip: “Layer multiple coats and take advantage of how this brush gets every little lash—especially the corners!” –Collier Strong

Sophisticated red lips—Nothing says instant glamour for the holidays like red lips. Try Colour Riche Anti-Aging Serum Lipcolour in Real Red by L’Oreal Paris.

Expert Tip: “Select a shade that compliments your skin tone based on the undertone of the lipstick itself. Those with fair skin should try reds that have a blue undertone; olive or dark skin should opt for orange undertones.” –Collier Strong

Talking Makeup is excited to give you a sneak peek and behind the scenes to the Estée Lauder Ultimate Red 2009 Holiday Color ad campaign photo-shoot featuring supermodel Hilary Rhoda. 

MAC Holiday Collections focus on festivities and the fabulous this Holiday. Shimmery silvery compacts, makeup bags and boxes adorned with playful bubbles encase MAC’s most merry hues. There is something for everyone with holiday makeup shades, gifts that give back and holiday gift ideas!

MAC Holiday Colour:

Magic, Mirth, and Mischief

Inspired by a holiday spirit that’s impromptu, unstuffy and informal, this Holiday collection focuses on FUN! Cheeks are coloured with Mineralize Blush featuring a crescent full of sparkle to add Holiday wonderment. Choose from two of the most popular glosses: lusciously moist Cremesheen Lipglass or startlingly sparkly Dazzleglass, each creating a polished pout that stands out. Or choose from seven pouches to target eyes or lips or fulfill all your makeup brush fantasies. And there are Lip, Eye and Face Palettes that put a bevy of glorious colours in your palm. Available October 15, 2009 at all MAC locations.

MAC Viva Glam: Gifts That Give Back:

Miracles Can Happen Viva Glam Lip Kit

Believe in miracles large and small, in magic of all kinds, and give a gift that also helps others. Featuring Lipstick in Viva Glam V and VI and Lipglass in Viva Glam V, this deep red compact contains some of our most popular shades. Every cent of the selling price of Viva Glam Lipstick and Lipglass is donated to the MAC AIDS Fund to support men, women and children living with HIV and AIDS. Available October 15, 2009 at all MAC locations.