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This tube packs a lot of plump for your pout for $18.50! Just by looking at the bottle, I can see where the serum looks as if it would have a brightening effect, too — due to the opalescent light-reflecting micro-collagen spheres.
Not only that, but it also tastes good and does not feel tacky nor irritated my lips like some other lip plumpers do, also feeling the need to take them off immediately after application. Some burn, tingle and this one did neither on my lips.
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The amplifying …

As every dark-skinned beauty maven knows, finding a concealer perfect for your gorge skin is as tough as finding a man for keeps while you’re speed dating.
As a dark skinned lass, I’ve hunted for cosmetics like a CIA undercover agent, with the vain hope of snagging something that was my perfect shade. And you all know how impossible that can be.
Well, not too long ago, I fell in love with Iman Cosmetics and honestly I’ve been wearing these concealers on a daily basis. I feel they are one of the …

The winter season not only impart dry skin but lips as well. Once that cold air hits, our lips start to peel, chap, crack and feel uncomfortably dry. BeautyStat got in touch with dermatologist Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank — giving us some helpful tips when trying to moisturize our oh-so-dry lips. Read on to find out how to prevent chapped lips from happening in the first place, including which products and treatments to use to ensure that your lips will remain plump, supple and smooth! Also, learn what some of …

It’s already October and that means it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To commemorate the commitment to the fight against Breast Cancer, cosmetic and skincare brands such as Bobbi Brown, the Estée Lauder Companies, Elemis, AHAVA, Stila, Skinn Cosmetics and many more are doing their part by donating most, if not all, of the proceeds from their special pink-colored adorned products for the cause. Read  on to see what your favorite brands are doing to help donate money for research to help find a cure for Breast Cancer.
Precision in Pink Breast Cancer Awareness …

Oh my, how I do love these new waterproof lip colors! They last and last and are reminiscent of L’Oréal’s Infallible collection — as they are meant to stay on until YOU choose to take it off. Almandine which I sampled would not even budge! I see this as a beauty trend as I recently reviewed Make Up For Ever’s Aqua Rouge collection that is very similar in its wearability options. The gloss is applied after one minute and your lipstick comes off on nothing! No smudges or lipstick marks …

IMAN Cosmetics is THE beauty brand celebrating women of color. This Spring 2012, the beauty brand launches its color story, Sweet Temptations — the perfect color palette for spring! It spotlights a sexy wash of glimmering honey, citrus and berry tones for eyes and cheeks that coordinate with a juicy pop of candy colored hues for lips. IMAN‘s Sweet Temptations Collection is great for a simple and light summer look.
 

I’ve used the Sheer Finish Bronzing Powder ($16.00), the Luxury Lip Colors ($10.00), and IMAN’s Perfect Mascara ($7.00). I applied a …

For a lovely bold and intense look, black|Up Cosmetics are definitely a must-have! According to the black|Up Cosmetics site, the company was founded in 1999. It is both the first makeup artist brand created and specialized for women of color, yet suitable for all women, as well as an upscale cosmetics line of unprecedented elegance and luxury, respecting the unique nature of ethnic skins and celebrating their intrinsic beauty.
All of the products are developed by a team of professional makeup artists and are specially formulated to meet the unique needs of …

Attention ladies of color!  Have you heard about the new skincare line called Specific Beauty?  Well, it was created by board certified dermatologist, Dr. Heather Whoolery-Lloyd, specifically for women with multi-hued skin tones.  This regimen contains products that are  formulated to be used together so the final results are benefits that are clearly visible. When used as directed, the Specific Beauty regimen will result in a more even skin tone, improved skin texture and leaves skin hydrated, brighter and more radiant.

As we are continuing to evaluate the rest of the …

The new anti-aging foundation from Sisley, Skinleya, is also a skin enhancing foundation. Launching in September, this new Lift Foundation is my first foray into Sisley’s color cosmetics line.
The foundation positions itself as both an anti aging skincare and makeup resource, and is incredibly lightweight, just like souffle. Non greasy and non comedogenic, his is a highly sensory experience in the world of makeup, restoring freshness and radiance and evening out the complexion and spots.
This particular formula is enriched with extract of cherry blossom and tourmaline microcrystals, as well as …

While most lipsticks we review never cease to amaze us in their quality of ingredients, some of them wow us with their design. Living in New York City, we’re constantly surrounded by some pretty impressive structures, from the Lipstick Building  located on Lexington Avenue designed by Philip Johnson to the eco-friendly, almost silvery Hearst Tower. Such inspired architectural poise also translates into the realm of makeup.  Here are a few of our iconic lippie favorites inspired by the look and grace of some iconic architectural buildings.
Tom Ford Private Blend Lipstick: 

Tom Ford …