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Power pampering

Power pampering

In downtown Auckland next week women can receive a free UP&GO Vive and a choice of a mini manicure by Incoco Nail Artists, express hair styling by Cut Above, or a make-up touch up by Phoenix Cosmetics...

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Mink make-over

Mink make-over

Want to feel like a celeb for a day? I enjoyed a make-over and photo shoot with Lester de Vere and Sarah Breslin at Mink Photography in Takapuna to celebrate having a baby and not only came away feeling truly pampered...

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Nail yourself a diamond

Nail yourself a diamond

Just in time for Valentines: diamonds! No, not an engagement ring, but still worn close-to-hand. It's the launch of two new rich shades ready for Valentine’s Day 2010: Mystery and Glow. I'm wearing the deep purple shade Mystery...

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Aaron de Mey vs Lancome

Aaron de Mey vs Lancome

New Zealand make-up artist Aaron de Mey brings his innovation and creative use of colour to his latest project with Lancome; a colour collection for Spring 2010 called O My Rose. Fresh ideas, fresh combinations of colour  - and maybe - even a little bit of shocking contrast, with teal, orange and gold the three key shades...

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Not just a pretty face wash

Not just a pretty face wash

I have found My Lipstick. For years, I have searched and no doubt ingested the oft-quoted two kilos of lippie. It's cordovan natural, from the new Karen Murrell range of organic skincare and cosmetics by New Zealander and founder of iconic Skinfood brand...

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Stay put

Stay put

I, like many other women, am always on the search for a better foundation. My search is made harder by the fact that as a gal in her late 20's, I still sport shiny skin, blemishes, spots and of course the obligatory patches of dry skin...

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Glam metal rocks!

Glam metal rocks!

Heavy metal has nothing on these metallics that will rock 'n roll on your fingertips and lips. Catch the light, and more than a wandering eye or two, with these new releases for the glitter-arty...

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How to have hot Summer make-up

How to have hot Summer make-up

The gorgeous "Pink Lady", make-up stylist Amelia Owen at Phoenix Cosmetics shares her top tips on how to have hot Summer make-up without it sliding off and confides in what the biggest make-up crimes are and easy ways to stop them...

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Dr Feelgood

Dr Feelgood

Look Good Feel Better took over Barolos for lunch this week as it launched its new campaign of typography-based ads using makeup to promote the charity which helps self-esteem of women with cancer through 300 workshops each year...

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Design & Arts Raw Beauty fashion show

Design & Arts Raw Beauty fashion show

The Design & Arts College of NZ in Christchurch showed student fashion designers' work for their graduation including Emma Ambrose's “Cute Crimes Committed” street wear collection with its cheerfully hip and colourful creations...

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Party in your purse

Party in your purse

This is the best value make-up we've seen for a travel-sized compact to pop in your purse, or give as a stocking filler. NP Set present five new limited edition Holiday Sets...

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Telescopic Explosion Mascara competition

Telescopic Explosion Mascara competition

Do you crave luscious, look-at me lashes and love to be the first to try innovative, new beauty releases? Yes? Then this competition is for you!

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