Whether you’re for or against celebrity fashion designers, Gwen Stefani does have to be respected as someone with a unique fashion sense that actually informs her L.A.M.B. line. Even if it’s not your style or you think Vivienne Westwood does it better (she does, of course) it’s clear Stefani really is part of the creative process and isn’t just putting her name on something. So when you see a platinum blonde model on her runway, of course you picture Stefani!

MAC Makeup Artist Donald Simrock described the look as “makeup to capture the spirit of Gwen. A fresh, young and playful approach to past decades. Splashes of vibrant color to match the line – neutral, soft lines with bold patterns and tribal accents.”

This makeup look is perfect for a rocker chick or anyone who wants to feel a little punk for a night. The red eye look in the face chart was created using MAC Basic Red Pro Chromaline brushed in a winged up shape to lash line as a base with Pro Acid Orange Pigment brushed on top. In the runway picture inset above, the model is wearing Fascinating Eye Kohl applied in the same shape, with Marine Blue Pro Chromaline brushed on top. A third runway look, not shown, used Pro Beelicious Eye Pencil and Pro Rock It Yellow Pigment.

MAC Pro Fleshpot Satin Lipstick and Media Lipstick were pressed onto lips to create the nude pout which allowed the eyes to really be the focus of the look.

To get the makeup used, go to MACCosmetics.com. For more affordable alternatives to the MAC Cosmetics, check out the Bed Head Blue Fun Stick, Cyberoptics Eye Shadow in Amethyst, Copper and Passion, and Girls Just Want It Lipstick in Peace.

Your main summer skin concern may be working on your tan, while still protecting yourself with SPF (of course!). But you may also notice that your usual moisturizer seems heavy or your skin is more oily or breakout prone. Dermatologist Dr. Michelle Copeland explains why.

“”Your skin has different needs depending on the month. During the summer, the glands produce more oil, so switch to a product that’s not so moisturizing. The zone around the nose and down towards the mouth contains a lot of glands, so you probably want to go easy on it all year round.”

The SPF factor is still of utmost importance.

“Always wear SPF to protect from the harsh UVA/UVB rays of the summer months. Apply sunscreen every day to your skin and lips. An easy way to remember your sunscreen is to use a daily moisturizer with SPF built right in! Sunblocks containing clear zinc oxide offer both UVA and UVB protection with the added benefit of the antioxidant properties of zinc.”

A great sunblock with zinc oxide is Dermalogica Super Sensitive Faceblock SPF 20, which is a great everyday SPF. You might want to bump it up on the beach or out in the sun, though.

Copeland also suggests reading the labels on all the skin care products you buy. The ingredients she’d avoid?

“You don’t need to be a biochemist to pick out certain ingredients to avoid: fragrances, dyes, and forms of silicone. They don’t increase an item’s efficacy, so it doesn’t make sense to put an unnecessary element on your skin.”

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“This season, it’s all about the ‘do’ … hairstyles that have a strong presence, that push the boundaries, these kind of looks are dependent on the use – and in many cases the overuse – of hair products,” said Redken Creative Consultant Guido.

What are some of the hot products and tools needed to achieve these looks?

Tools
Paddle brush
Blow dryer with nozzle
Curling iron
Flat Iron

Products

To add height:
GHD Uplift spray for root volume
L’Oreal Professionnel tecni.art volume lift

To straighten perfectly:
New Redken Sheer Straight lightweight straightening gel for fine hair
Redken Align protective straightening lotion for medium hair
New Redken Power Tame intense straightening balm for coarse hair

To boost shine:
Redken Glass smoothing serum
Redken Vinyl Glam mega shine spray

To finish any style:
Quick Dry instant finishing spray
Joico Joifix Firm Finishing Spray

Lauren Conrad looks glowing at the book signing for her new tome L.A. Candy at the Grove in L.A. Her makeup artist, Amy Nadine, gives us the scoop on scoring her killer complexion.

“Lauren and I wanted to create a look that was still her signature style with even more sophistication as an author.”

First they applied a tinted moisturizer, try Fake Bake Radiance Tinted Moisturizer, and then used a highlighter under eyes and above cheekbones.

“To create her California glow, I used mark Bronze Pro Bronzing Powder in Pro Glow under her cheekbones, temples, along her hairline and under her jawline, then dusted the apples of her cheeks with mark Good Glowing Mosaic Blush Chica.”

You can try I-Blush Powder Blush Trio to get a variety of tones for depth and contouring.

A pinky-neutral gloss and you’re good to go!

Tween star and Disney darling Selena Gomez shows off her fun, carefree style on the cover of the June-July Teen Vogue which hits newsstands May 19. Her look is totally appropriate for the teens who covet everything in this book, possibly unlike an article on sexting.

To get Gomez’s makeup look for the cover, Teen Vogue recommends some Clinique finds: Almost Powder Makeup SPF 15, High Impact Curling Mascara in black and Long Last Glosswear SPF 15 in Sunset. You could also try Bed Head Glamma Powder Foundation, Wigged Out mascara and I-Gloss Lip Gloss in Honey Pot.

As for what Gomez is wearing, she’s rocking a Marc by Marc Jacobs top, $228, Andy & Debb shorts, a Stella & Dot pearl necklace, $89, Givenchy neon bib, $350 and Carolee pearl with flower, $85. Her belts are American Apparel and her boots are $150 from Cougar Shoes.

In the article, Gomez alludes to her breakup with Nick Jonas, and talks about her best friends and fellow young stars Demi Lovato and Taylor Swift. The cover was photographed by Patrick Demarchelier.

The magazine also includes articles on Rachel Bilson’s summer must haves and teens’ “hookup culture.”

[Source: CondeNast]

You’ve been planning which festivals to attend, who to go with and probably what you’re going to wear. But have you thought about how your beauty routine is going to survive sleepless nights, a lack of hot water and exposure to the elements? To stay gorgeous all weekend long, throw these essentials into the cute bohemian tote you’re sure to be carrying.

Before we get to the beauty, the most important thing is to remember sunscreen and for goodness’ sake reapply often. Use a product with at least SPF 30 on your skin, like this Hempz Sun Protection Factor 30. And check out some of our tips on protecting your hair this summer as well.

Technic Brilliant Touch Highlighter and Blemish Corrector will help hide a multitude of sins (all the better to commit some more). Use the illuminating cover up under eyes to erase dark circles.

I-Bronze Compact Bronzer is perfect for skin that’s looking sallow from dehydration and too many beers. Apply to cheeks and body for a sun-kissed look.

Bed Head Make Up Makers Liquid Eye Liner I say you can’t have enough black eye liner at a music festival, and this one is smudge-resistant. But don’t worry, smudgy eye liner is very rock and roll.

Body Collection Classic Waterproof Mascara in Black You definitely need some waterproof mascara for when the band throws water on you, it starts raining, you start crying – all likely prospects.

Technic and Body Collection products are available at Bodycare stores in the UK and online at www.lovethymakeup.com.

[Source: fuse8 Public Relations]

Body Collection Classic Waterproof Mascara in Black

It’s been a lovely weekend here on the East Coast of the US, and the sun has been out in full force! I of course lathered on the SPF before going out to spend time in the garden and I surprised my husband by taking one extra step in my sun-protection routine. I always spray my hair with a sun-protect ant when I’m going to be out soaking up the rays. Especially because I have blonde, color-treated hair. Blonde hair is particularly sensitive to brassiness and color inconsistency from the sun, plus the sun dries out already sensitive treated locks.

What to do? Have your sun arsenal ready. The most important step is protecting your hair and preventing any sun damage. Matrix Biolage has an oil and a non-oil version of their Sunsorials Protective Hair products. They help prevent the drying effects of sun, chlorine and saltwater. There are also plenty of protectants for color-treated hair: KMS California Color Vitality Color Protect Spray and Sol Perfection All-Day Defense.

But it’s not like you’re going to be near your products every time the chance to loll in the sun comes up. (Though you should have your sunscreen on hand all the time if you’re not already wearing it every day!) So what to do when the damage is done?

If you’re in the sun (or saltwater or chlorine) a lot, you might want to invest in a shampoo and conditioner designed to combat the effects of these elements. Try Fudge Detox Deep Cleansing for regular swimmers, and Matrix Biolage Sun Repair Treatment for other sun worshipers.

If you’d like something that adds some shimmer and shine to your locks in the sun, try Redken’s UV Rescue After Sun Shimmering Oil and Shimmering Defense.

Fall makeup is often a bit heavier than spring/summer looks – but many times that makes it perfect for night time year-round. A heavier lip and more made up face are perfect for a night out on the town any time of the year.

This look is from the Nanette Lepore Fall 2009 fashion show at New York Fashion Week. Makeup artist Polly Osmond of MAC created the pinky bronze faces.

“The look uses shades of rose gold in a bohemian traveller sort of way,” Osmond said.

While the face chart called for a fairly deep pink lip, it seems as if the color went more bronze in the creative process. MAC’s Diva Lipstick was blotted onto lips with finger to create a stained look, and then MAC Brassy Fluidline was applied to the center of the lips.

This is a great tip because Fluidline is a gel eyeliner (Brassy is a new color for Fall 09) – but it was used on lips. You often see makeup used in unexpected ways when you’re backstage at a fashion show. Makeup artists use everything “on their palette” to create the most visually stunning look and it’s not uncommon to see lip gloss on eyelids and eye products on lips.

Diva is an intense reddish burgundy brown, you might want to try Bed Head Girls Just Want It Lipstick in Fashion or Glamour, or maybe a combination of the two. If eyeliner on your lips is a little too weird for you, follow with Bed Head Adult Glitter Lip Gloss in Gold.

For eyes Osmond spread concealer on lids to even out skin tone (another great tip) and applied Coffee Eye Pencil to the top and bottom lash line and Powersurge Eye Kohl applied to the inner rim of the eye to open it up. Brassy Fluidline was applied to the eyelid and under eye to create a smoky look. Rose Gold Pigment was also applied on eyelids and under the eye. Eye color was topped off with mascara on top and bottom lashes.

A sheer foundation was used with a cream blush on the apples of cheeks for a rosy glow, highlighted with Antique Rose Cream Colour Base and finished with Invisible Set Powder.

[Images: Coutorture and MAC Cosmetics]