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There are so many beauty innovations out there, and every day is an adventure. It’s like walking through the Willy Wonka factory and discovering the best of the best everlasting gobstoppers.
M.A.C’s new Future Face is seriously all that: a powder, foundation and tinted moisturizer all in one. We’re about as tickled pink here as can be: think what a time saver this innovation is!

The Studio Careblend/ Pressed Powder blurs the line between skincare and makeup, and it has a pressed texture that makes skin truly beautiful. It’s all about sheer, …

Calling all Joss Whedon fans, especially those who loved the shimmery eyeshadow, curly hair and red lip. What? Never seen the movie? Here’s a trailer for you (just click on the picture):

Not surprisingly, M.A.C. Cosmetics presents the ultra feminist collection of cosmetics collections, soon to hit stores and online on February 10th: Wonder Woman. It’s cartoonish yet vivid, and a true marvel of a collection (although she’s with DC Comics, we still think she’s a marvel).

In this collection, you’ll find a “bulletproof” makeup bag:

An eyeshadow palette called Defiance:

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Pink, purple, orange, red…you name it, Stylishly Yours has it and hands it to you for mixing and matching pleasure. The relatively smaller collection from M.A.C. evokes the genius of the pinup, and which woman hasn’t dreamed of being a Dietrich at least once in her life?

This collection gives you bright, cheery shades that are so easy to mix and match on your face. And yes, they work on all skin tones. Just take a look at the initial burst of color:

And for a more detailed look, take a look …

I’m sure many MAC fans remember with great fondness, the Warm & Cozy Collection from 2009. How phenomenal was that line? I LOVED it and still have special pieces from that collection I swear by, even today.
In time for winter, MAC Cosmetics has unveiled its very special Cham Pale (a pun on “champagne”) collection that not only has cuvee-inspired color offerings but skincare treats as well. Our vlogger, Nat Neagle, has given you a very thorough walk through of her collection favorites in the video below:

Everything about this collection addresses …

MAC Cosmetics’ Nicki Minaj lipstick went on sale on Black Friday, and will be on sale for the next two Fridays, as we previously reported.
If you’re unsure about the quality, texture and consistency of the “paler than bubblegum pink” shade, you’re in LUCK. We’ve taken all the guesswork out of the shade and given you a delicious video that you can enjoy while you sip that delicious cup of cocoa and watch the snow fall.

Check out our resident vlogger, Nat Neagle’s love affair with the PINK, people.

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So many of you loyal BeautyStat members told us that aside from keeping you up to date with the latest beauty products and trends, you want the opportunity to win FREE beauty products. So over the last few weeks, we’ve had several giveaways where we offered chances to win the latest hair, skin and makeup products as well as the hottest new fragrances.
So, without further adieu, the winners are (chosen by Random Number Generator):
And the winners of the Plaid Magic: MAC Cosmetics’ “A Tartan Tale” Video, Swatches, and Giveaways are:
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We gave you a teaser of the MAC Cosmetics’ A Tartan Tale here , and we wonder how you cannot be obsessed with the plaid tins and new Style Clan nail lacquer (remember that mushroom-y beigy color? If not, you can check it out below).
Here, we talk about the plaid embossed eye shadows, lipsticks (from the nude colored, universally-flattering Faerie Glen lipstick to the shade more suited for darker skins, like The Deepest Wish), nail lacquers, blushes, and the Pearl Glide intense eyeliners.

Check out the gift sets, the hip, trendy …

Helping men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS worldwide are top of the list for these iconic musicians. Well, ladies, you’ve already gone nuts over the two Lauper and Gaga lipstick shades that were released in February, 2010, right? Come on… confess! We’re not here to judge.
Okay, even if you didn’t get with the Viva Glam program a few months ago, you’re going to love the Fall offerings so much more (we certainly do). The Viva Glam superstars, Lady Gaga and Cyndi Lauper, have teamed up with MAC Cosmetics …

MAC Cosmetics’ In The Groove collection is an array of products for the eyes, cheeks and lips: these are described by MAC as modern with Boho charm, on trend with kaleidoscopic complimentary color combinations. And that translates to a multi-faceted assortment of products driven by innovation, a luscious season with a nod to the latest catwalk looks. For me, what makes this collection so unique and appealing is the emphasis on mineralized face products. All of which are lightweight in application, but have a rich velvety finish and adhere …

MAC Cosmetics, the premier brand of choice backstage at over 400 shows worldwide, teams up with the lovely Stacey Bendet, hipster, all-around fun girl and designer of Alice + Olivia to create the ultimate playful summer makeup collection. The wardrobe-enhancing cosmetics consist of three new shades of MAC Pigments, three Dazzelglass Cremes first-timers and a trio of spot-on-trend Nail Lacquers. On her collaboration with MAC cosmetics Bendet shares, “We wanted the makeup to be fun and playful, for me clothing and cosmetics should be whimsical, they should …