Casual Chic on Campus

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You have class across campus in about 30 minutes, and you can barely pull yourself from your bed after last night’s cram-session (or party…or both?). You don’t have much time, you are willing to put in minimal effort—but you want to look fresh and pulled-together in class. You never know who you’re going to meet and when, so having that edge can give you extra confidence during a sorority rush event, or even introducing yourself to that cute guy in Economics…

So here’s the deal…you want to look fresh, polished, but EFFORTLESS too…you don’t want to look like you’re trying too hard. And frankly–do you even have time to try “too hard?”

Use your study skills and you may just stand out for all the right reasons!:

• PRIORITIZE
• Multi-task
• Keep it simple.
• Organize it.

Prioritizing your beauty routine:

You’re not accepting a golden globe…you’re just going to an 7:30 AM Calc lecture… so we aren’t putting on every stitch of makeup you own. What is REALLY important to you? Do you feel naked without mascara? lipstick/gloss? You know how people will ask if there was “one makeup product you couldn’t live without, what would it be?” Mine is concealer…so make sure the 1 or 2 must-haves are the first things you put on!

I would say that lipstick, mascara, concealer, and eyeliner are probably the top answers to that question….so here are some of my faves (and why they are great for going to class)

1.) Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer by IT cosmetics. A little goes a LONG way and can cover blemishes or under-eye circles in a snap. Has a really realistic-looking finish so you don’t look cake-y. Having a bad skin day? Mix a smidge extra into your usual tinted moisturizer or foundation for added coverage.

2. Diego Dalla Palma Semi-Permanente Mascara. Volumizes lashes like nobody’s business. Waterproof because it has to last all day, and even possibly through your afternoon nap between classes.

3.) Facade waterproof eyeliners. Uber creamy so they glide right on without tugging your skin. Available in 10 shades (3 of the most popular are shown above). Dries waterproof so it will last all day without smudging.

4. (A)  Jouer SPF 15 Lip Sheers. These lip colors glide on as smooth as silk leaving behind just a kiss of sheer color, and protecting your lips from the sun. Every single color looks effortless and suits many skin tones. And if you use one of these in lieu of lipgloss you won’t have to constantly un-stick your hair from your lips every time there’s a slight breeze between classes!

 

4 (b) Lipsticks by Paul & Joe. Every single one of these contains a lip treatment to keep your lips soft. ALSO won’t stick to your hair like gloss. The lipstick is sold seperately from the case so you can choose a cute pattern or design you like. Then you can buy another lipstick to refill it when you’re ready!

Multi-Tasking products will swoop in and cut your time in half!:

Just as in other areas of your life, multi-tasking with your makeup will make you WAY more efficient. Choose products that you can use for more than one use and you will stream-line your collection–letting you get out the door way faster!

1. Use a tinted moisturizer or “BB Cream”. More than just providing a little simple color, these products cover uneven pigment in the skin while TREATING it to improve. So instead of applying moisturizer and then foundation separately you get both steps in one foul swoop! We like the Sensual Skin Balm from Kevyn Aucoin, and the Jouer Matte Moisture Tint for great moisture with moderate coverage. Plus the convenient squeeze tubes make it easily portable in your bag. For less coverage and a more dewy look plus MAJOR skincare benefits AND a sunscreen, we’re obsessed with Natura Bisse Cure Sheer Cream. (The one from Jouer also has a sunscreen built in, and comes in a luminous formula as well!)

2. Scout out products that you could use for color in more than one place! We like the tints AND the highlighters from Jouer for this exact purpose! You can pick 1 or 2 of your faves and smear on lids, lips, and cheeks with a finger for a quick pick-me-up anywhere! What makes them EVEN cooler is that they can slide and lock together or clip back-to-back, so you can keep them organized/together but also customize the colors you want! We LOVE their tints in petal, whisper, peony, and honeysuckle for a fresh pop of color that you could use on lips and cheeks, and ADORE the highlighter in champagne to smear along cheekbones for a luminous POP and to spread across lids for a gorgeous nude shimmer!

3. If you like, try a curling mascara so you don’t have to curl THEN apply mascara. We love Kevyn Aucoin The Curling Mascara. It isn’t waterproof, but it DOES have pretty great staying power. So if you prefer NOT to do a waterproof mascara and/or want the added benefit of a curl while applying your product. This is the mascara for you!

Keep it Simple:

Keep in mind that you do not need to wear every stick of makeup you own to class. You want to look fresh and effortless–NOT overdone. If your goal is to get out the door fast, this is NOT the time to blend 5 eyeshadows together! Heck, you can even SKIP eyeshadow all together! (We won’t tell anyone–pinky swear!) Remember to PRIORITIZE what you feel is most important, but to still keep the steps themselves simple!

 

 1. Try a roller loose shimmer eyeshadow from Kevyn Aucoin so you can simply roll a great color straight onto your lids, and use your finger to blend it out in the blink of an eye! We LOVE the colors Rose Quartz (pictured), Topaz, and Citrine for pretty shimmery nude tones. (The Deeper Lapis, Jade, and Amethyst jewel tones will be great going into fall, though!)

2.) Try a CRAYON eyeshadow from Jouer! WHAT!? These things are FAB. They glide on with a gorgeous creamy consistency, but have the power to really last! Scribble to your heart’s content and blend with your finger or a brush. We LOVE Rococo (soft nude) and Baroque (metallic taupe) for a sexy day look. Stash Abstract in your bag if you want to INSTANTLY up the ante for a night out after study hall! 😉

3.)Instead of keeping track of a powder compact and mirror, stash powder papers in your bag! Just press the pink side of the paper to your face and watch as it absorbs oil and leaves behind the sheerest veil of translucent powder!

4.) Don’t have time for mascara? Just CURLING your lashes makes a humongous difference, and only takes a couple of seconds! We can’t get over what a great job The Eyelash Curler from Kevyn Aucoin does. The wide mouth gets even the teeniest of lashes near the corners of eyes–so you get an instant lift!

 Organize it!:

All the best products in the world won’t do you any good, if you can’t find them quickly!  Try containing everything in a TRUFFLE Petite Clarity Pouch! We can’t get enough of these things (Senior staff artist, Kate, has about FOUR of these in her purse as we speak). These things are great because they are easy to wipe clean, and since they are clear you can see exactly what’s in it…no more searching for what you need! (Kate has hers color coded…pink has makeup….blue has pens/notepad/coupons, nude has pain reliever, tampons, first aid items, gum, etc…)

All of the above items can be found in our store located in Houston’s Uptown Park. Please feel free to stop in our store and take a peek around, or call to order any of the products listed above! We are always happy to help!

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New Customizable Lipsticks from Paul & Joe are Tres Chic!

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Paul & Joe Lipsticks have been a serious LIFEsaver here at Facade. For a woman of any age, these lipsticks have a range of beautiful color and always a wonderful texture. We have recommended them for a girl of 6 to swipe on like a sheer sparkly balm, to a freshman in highschool, a young bride, a working professional, a stay-at-home mom, all the way to a retiree.

At any age, we’re all MAD for lipstick that glides on easily, never feels sticky, and is a little bit different than any other shade you’ve seen before. Which is why we are so excited to announce the debut of Paul & Joe’s brand new lipstick collection at Facade!

What’s amazing to us is that it was like it was MADE for us! Our Facade brand eyeshadows, blushes, and powders have always been sold seperately from the compact so you can customize them exactly the way you want… Similarly, these new lipsticks are sold seperately from the case…So you can choose the color you want in a range of available textures (sheer, natural, and full-coverage) and then pick the case you’ll pop it into to. Genius! A fun beauty treat and a fashion statement all in one! When you need more of your favorite shade, you can just buy a refill lipstick and pop it into the same case–but you could always buy a new one if you wanted to spice things up a bit!

Sheer: These are INCREDIBLY sheer. Don’t let the seemingly bright pinks scare you. Just the teensiest breath of color is delivered in each of these balm-like lipsticks, for a very natural-looking (and feeling) lip with a delicate hint of tint! From Left to Right: Secret D’or(101), Sheer Bliss(102), Just Peachy(103), Mademoiselle(104), & First Kiss(105).

Natural: These go on feeling silky and creamy. Very true to the color they appear, only varying slightly on the mouth depending on your natural lip color. A beautiful range of color: some of which are slightly opalescent, and others are slightly more matte. From Left to Right: Potpourri(201), Pret-a-Porter(202), Petite Princess(203), Toujours Heureux(204), Strawberry Jam(205), (206), Grapevine(207), & Le Marais(208)

Full Coverage: Providing the maximum amount of coverage while still feeling light and silky on the mouth, these colors hug your lip and stay moist throughout the day. From Left to Right: Mon Mimi(301), Retro(302), Silk Stockings(303), Rouge(304), La Vie en Rose(305), Avenue Montaigne(306), & Cathedral(307)

Fall 2012 Limited Edition: Two “full coverage” textures (003 & 006), two “natural” textures (002 & 005), and two “sheer” textures (001 & 004). We are IN LOVE with 004 “Beloved”!!! We’re crossing our fingers P&J will consider keeping it permanently! From Left to Right: Cupid’s Kiss (001) sheer, Eros(002) natural, Tenderness(003) full-coverage, Beloved(004) sheer, Venus(005) natural, and Je T’adore(006) full-coverage.

Once you’ve selected the desired lipstick ($17), the fun doesn’t stop. Time to pick a case! A paper case or the signature pink & white plastic case is $5, and the limited edition vintage-inspired turqouise metallic case is $20.

All of these items are available for sale at our store location in Uptown Park near the Galleria in Houston, TX.

For inquiries or to order any of these products to be shipped in the continental united states, feel free to call 713-552-1545 or e-mail kate@facadebeauty.com !

Look Younger with Makeup

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Try these tips to start looking (or KEEP looking) younger and more revitalized!

1.) Moisturize!

Think of your skin cells like grapes vs raisins. Cells with plenty of water are plump and smooth– cells without it look shriveled and collapsed. For de-hydrated skin (i.e. skin lacking water NOT oil) try Darphin’s hydraskin serum, $75– what they like to call “the little black dress of skincare” because everyone could and should have one! Dry skin (lacking oil) might switch to a richer cream. Also drink plenty of water!

 

 

 

 

2.) Use a liquid to illuminate under the eyes.

Natura Bisse Sheer Cure Eye cream, $115,  mimics the pretty glow from YSL’s Touche Eclat–but has something YSL doesn’t–powerful anti-aging benefits! Fighting under eye darkness and puffs, while lifting and firming. Plus sheer iridescence that gives skin under the eyes vitality! Avoid using thick concealers on this area: it thins as we age, causing this to look worse not better.

3.)Use a translucent powder.

Our hearts flutter a little when we think about Bye Bye Pores from IT Cosmetics, $24. It’s so finely milled that it doesn’t settle in and hi-light fine lines and wrinkles. Instead it creates a sort of “veil” like effect: diffusing and softening the appearance of the skin, and making larger pores magically appear smaller!
4.)Use cream/liquid blushes.

Cream Blushes keep the skin looking dewy and hydrated instead of dry and powdery. Apply it to the apples of the cheeks- where you would NATURALLY flush for the most youthful–and natural–look. We’re gaga for the 8 new shades from Kevyn Aucoin, $24–
pictured here in shade “Isadore”.

 

 

5.) Fill in eyebrows.

Whether it’s from over-tweezing or just becoming sparser over time–brows tend to lose their density as we age. Get the youthful look back by delicately coloring the skin between hairs in the brow. Paul & Joe’s “skinny brow” pencils, $22, are slim like mechanical pencils which makes it possible to draw in individual hairs-without fear of looking like Groucho Marx!

 

6.) Start with a shadow primer.

A primer not only increases wear-time of your eyeshadows–the best ones also help smooth the appearance of the tissue on the eyelid which can start to look crepe-y as the aging process takes over. IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Lid Lines, $25, not only does these things but also contains green tea, vitamin K, and collagen for their anti-aging benefits. Win-win!

7. Don’t be so scared of shimmer!

Seemingly every woman over 35 thinks she can’t wear shimmer– Unfortunately many makeup artists helped spread this falsehood. But look at Susan Sarandon, Diane Keaton, and Helen Mirin above and YOU tell ME they don’t look great! I double dare you! The key is to LIMIT shimmers to a few areas. All of these ladies have dewy glowing cheeks, and a highlight somewhere on the eye. Diane Keaton chose to highlight the inner corner of her eye–giving it that glint like she’s up to something. Mirin and Sarandon chose to highlight the browbone. The trick is to use shimmer on the FIRMEST part of the eye to show off how smooth it is! Using shimmer adds dimension and interest to your look. A face done entirely in matts looks dull and lifeless–and you want to GLOW! Try any number of our beautiful Facade eyeshadows with a satin or pearl finish, $18.50 each.

8.) Try a lash serum!

Long, dense lashes are a sign of youth and vitality. If yours are starting to diminish, try undoing the damage with a lash growth serum. We love Revitalash, $100, which goes on once a day like a liquid liner and helps generate new growth while conditioning lashes. It’s even better that there are no reported side effects like with the prescription, Latisse.

 

9.) Plump your lips!

We’re not talking about that over-injected bee-stung look–we just want to restore fullness from your youth.Lipsmart, $30, keeps skin cells in the lip hydrated so they remain plump and smooth (remember the raisin metaphor earlier?)

10.) Try on a NUDE lipstick.

It doesn’t have to be paler than your mouth–try something close to your natural lip tone. When you’re concerned about feathering in lines around your mouth bright colors are your WORST enemy! So instead try something a little more understated. Plus, when lips have lost volume very bright or very dark colors can make the mouth look even smaller. For suggestions from Facade, refer to our earlier entry: “The Perfect Pout“. Don’t believe you can get away with “not wearing enough color”? Look at those pictures of Susan, Diane, and Helen again! Their lips definitely aren’t loud!

The Cat’s MEOW!

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We were thrilled when we heard Paul & Joe was going to release their newest Spring Collection in homage to the cat! Not only is the packaging beautiful, but many of the products have patterns pressed in the product itself like paw prints across the lipsticks, and blusher sticks shaped like adorable kitties with top hats and bow-ties!

Many stores are already sold out of some (or all) of these products and because they are limited edition, they cannot be re-ordered.

This collection has gotten rave reviews (and helpful tutorials) all over the web!

We, however, have quite a bit still in stock! In addition to the cute kitschy products, there’s also a brand new star in the collection that we hope will become a permanent member of the Paul & Joe Beaute family– the waterproof Gel liner! We are LOVING this stuff! It comes with it’s own brush and glides on easily. Plus, it truly lasts! We love this for creating a thin line on the upper lashbed and blurring a little with our own LORELEI waterproof pencil. Use a swipe more on the outer corners of the eye as a “dovetail” that will last all night!

Lipstick $20 each

Blusher Stick $28 each

(001 is a beautiful highlighting color to make the nose look a little straighter, highlight tops of cheekbones, or even highlight the brow bone or put in center of lower lip for a little frost and shine)

Nail Enamel $14 each

 

Face & Eye Color Palettes $36 each

Gel Liner $25

Pressed Powder $42

Plus, Corinne ordered the rest of the kitty lipsticks made a couple of months ago so we’ve still got plenty left! Check out our previous post about that here for pictures! Due to the limited availability and the fact that they will never be made again, they are $30 each.

 

We are happy to ship any products throughout Canada and the U.S. If you are interested in ordering, please e-mail us at facadeuptown@aol.com or call the store at 713-552-1545 and ask to speak with Kate or Jason.

Nailed it!

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It’s lovely to be able to get a manicure every week or two–but if you’re as hard on your nails as I am, you may need to do your own polish changes between times, or it may not even be worth your time/money at all, and you’d be better off doing it on your own.

First, you’ll want to shape your nails by trimming and filing. We have great emery boards from Jessica and Paul & Joe Beaute($5 each).

After this, you may like to soak your hands in warm sudsy water. If necessary, apply cuticle softener and use cuticle nippers to trim off excess cuticle, or use a cuticle pusher to gently slide back the cuticle.

Dry your hands thoroughly and use an appropriate base coat. Jessica makes one for hard, brittle nails, another for soft nails, one for peeling nails, and another for “regular” nails ($12). Choose one that is appropriate and apply 1 or 2 coats.

Next, apply 2-3 coats of your choice of nail polish color. We have a variety of gorgeous hues from both Paul & Joe, $15 and Jessica, $6.

Wait about 5 to 10 minutes before applying your top coat for maximum shine. The top coat made by Jessica dries quickly and really extends the life of your manicure!

Since you’re no manicurist, you may need to use a pointed q-tip ($10 for a pack of 40 double-ended pointed swabs) dipped in nail polish remover to tidy up the job you’ve done.

Last, but not least, once you are SURE your polish is dry, apply Jessica Cuticle Cream ($5) or Phenomen Cuticle Oil ($6) and gently massage onto cuticles and nail beds.

I recommend doing this step last, because if done before polishing the nail, the oils in these products can actually prevent the polish from adhering as well to the nail which makes your manicure chip sooner.

 

De-Coding Cosmetic Labeling Symbols

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There are so many symbols on your products–I bet many of them look familiar to you.  But do you have any idea what they mean? There are so many it can be confusing, but many of them convey very important information! From skin care, body products, makeup, and even shampoo, many boxes, bottles, and jars don one or more of these symbols. Some are on inner packaging (the product itself) and others are on outer packing (the box the product comes in).

The Period After Opening (PAO) symbol is commonly found on packages of creamy or liquid cosmetics formulations. It indicates how long the product is safe for use after opening. “12M” in this example means that the product will be good for 12 months after opening. The quantity is typically in “M” for months, and the number of months can vary. If you know you’ve bought it before that time frame or you can’t honestly remember when the last time you used the product was, odds are you should toss it! In the future, you could write the date it was opened on the bottom of the jar using a permanent marker. If your product does not carry this symbol it may simply have a stamp saying something like “EXPIRES 10/30/2013”. I know from experience how tough it can be to throw out expired products- especially when they’re expensive–but the fact is that the ingredients are no longer stable or the ingredients are breaking down by the time indicated. This makes the product less effective, and potentially unsafe since it can easily harbor bacteria. Sunscreens are especially important to throw out after the time indicated because  the SPF may not be consistent with its labeling if the ingredients have begun to break down. If the product smells rancid, has turned a different color, or has changed texture–it’s safest just to get rid of it. You can help your products last longer by keeping them out of direct sunlight, or extreme temperature changes.  This symbol is found on products by Darphin, Ilona, Natura Bisse, it cosmetics, T Le Clerc, Paul & Joe, Jessica by Jessana, and Revitalash (to name just a few) all of which, we carry at Facade.

The Estimated Sign symbol appears next to the mass or volume of a product on its packaging. It certifies that the actual contents of the package comply with specific criteria for estimation (basically, it promises that it has as much of the product in the container as it says it does). This is also on many products including Darphin, Ilona, Natura Bisse, Paul & Joe, Classified Cosmetics ERA Spray, and T Le Clerc.

The Refer to Insert symbol means that additional information is included in a separate leaflet or insert in the packaging. The box, bottle, or jar, may not have had enough room to print thorough instructions or precautions.  This can be found on products by Darphin, Natura Bisse, Paul & Joe, and Revitalash, for example. It’s likely worth your while to read carefully any information included with skin care to make sure it’s used properly.

The Green Dot symbol  lets consumers know that the manufacturer of the product contributes to the cost of recovery and recycling.  This can be with household waste collected by the authorities, or in containers in public places such as parks and outside supermarkets. The system is financed by a green dot license fee paid by the producers of the products. Fees vary by country and are based on the material used in packaging (eg paper, plastic, metal, wood, cardboard, etc). It began in Germany, and now is extended to many parts of Europe. Essentially–the system encourages manufacturers to cut down on packaging as this saves them the cost of license fees.  It is one of the most commonly seen symbols on cosmetic packaging and is often confused with the recycling symbol–it does NOT, however mean that the package is fully recyclable. It appears on products like Darphin, Natura Bisse, Jessica, Ilona, Classified Cosmetics, and T Le Clerc.

The Ecocert symbol indicates that the product or product manufacturer is certified by Ecocert regarding their practices in relation to organic, fair trade, and sustainable development efforts. Darphin’s Aromatic Care or Aromatic Elixirs sport this symbol.

The Forest Stewardship Council (or FSC) has a few different On-product Labels, each meaning different things-all promoting the responsible management of the world’s forests. Darphin’s newest outer packaging bears the “Mixed Sources” symbol. Click on the link above to view the symbol and learn more about their standards.

There are also various “cruelty free logos” out there, including the The Not Tested on Animals logo is supported by Choose Cruelty Free (CCF), the Leaping Bunny symbol supported by the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics (CCIC), and the Cruelty Free logo supported by PETA. (it cosmetics sports the cruelty free logo on all of their products- BYEBYE Under-Eye, BYEBYE Pores, BYEBYE lid lines, etc).

Keep in mind that many companies do not use animal testing for their products or ingredients, or may use organic ingredients–but acquiring these certifications takes a lot of time and money–which ultimately raises the cost of the product.

Also important– the recycling symbol! This symbol is typically imprinted into the (typically plastic) container the product comes in, or may be printed on the outer (paper or cardboard) packaging. The recycle logo will have a number in the center. Different cities accept different types of plastic and your recycling center may not accept them all. The City of Houston, however DOES accept almost all plastics, and if recycling isn’t picked up where you live, there are several drop off centers locally.

There are many symbols out there. These are just several of those most commonly found–especially in our store. There are also symbols for products that are highly flammable, are vegan, are organic, or aerosols that do not emit CFC’s. Many of these SAY exactly that. You’ll start noticing these symbols EVERYWHERE now!

Stellar Stocking Stuffers

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Looking for some of the best gifts Facade has to offer this Christmas for friends, family, or even yourself? Here are some of our staff picks! Try mixing and matching any or all of these things for what our girls here at facade would consider the PERFECT stocking!

Santa baby, I’ve really been an awful good girl…
You can trim my Christmas tree, with lots of goodies from Facade beauty…
I really do believe in you. Let’s see if you believe in me

A. Rubis Tweezers $40. These swiss tweezers are simply the best. A slant tip for excellent precision. The company also makes a scissor perfect for trimming rogue brow hairs!

B. Tassi $15. Available in an assortment of colors and prints. Used to pull back hair while washing your face or applying makeup. Doesn’t leave “dents” in the hair and doesn’t snag or pinch like clips or bands could.

C. Girlactik Pout Shine “Gorgeous” $18. Available in three other colors, this highly pigmented gloss gives a beautiful shine and has enough color it can be worn without a lipstick underneath.

D. Belvada Mascara $20. A fabulous mascara in a unique container. Remove the lid and use the slide to push the mascara wand out and through the mascara, for an even, clump-free coating on the wand every time!

E. Paul & Joe Kitty Cat Nail File $5. These adorable nail files get the job done.

F. Jessica Cuticle Oil $6. Fabulously nourishing, yet feels very light.

G. Makeup Mini Bag $10. Made out of neoprene (the same material as wet suits for scuba diving), this extremely durable bag can hold and protect your essentials. Also available in  a larger “brush clutch” size for $15.

H. Kabuki Brush $40. This brush is a great multi-tasker. Excellent for powder, bronzer or blush, and fits perfectly in the palm of your hand!

I. Paul & Joe Nail Enamel 019 $14. This nail polish is long-wearing and comes in a variety of colors–but we particularly love this sultry color–perfect even after the holidays!

J. Paul & Joe Nail Enamel 014 $14. This polish has silver glitter in a clear base- perfect for layering over more opaque colors (like the other shade shown here!) when you’re feeling particularly festive.

K. Tube Pencil Sharpener $5. This convenient sharpener holds pencil shavings from eye, lip, and brow pencils so you don’t make a mess! When it’s full, it pulls apart so you can empty the shavings in a waste basket.

L. Facade Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil $22. Our waterproof eyeliner is an absolute MUST for every girl. It’s available in 10 shades and is incredibly long-wearing. Perfect for lining the inner membrane or outside of the eye. We especially recommend gifting colors BARDOT (black) and LORELEI (gold) since they’ll look great with any skin, eye, or hair color.

M. LIPSMART $30. This amazing lip treatment is a balm and plumper in one. It uses an all-natural ingredient that binds water to the skin cell, keeping each cell plump and moist! Essential for quickly approaching cold weather.

Come look around the shop for OTHER gift ideas too! We would be happy to wrap any item(s) for you as gifts in wrapping paper and ribbon, or in a cellphane bag with ribbon.

Paul & Joe Kitty Lipsticks are BACK but not for long!

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OMG! We could hardly keep these Limited Edition Paul & Joe lipsticks on the shelves when they debuted a few seasons ago. You get everything you expect from a Paul & Joe lipstick- creamy texture, beautiful color, and the gorgeous limited edition cases that any of their other lipsticks can be swapped into later… The only difference is that THESE lipsticks are shaped like adorable KITTENS! Beyond cute!

When we found out that the molds were destroyed but there were still a few of these left, we swiped ALL of them.

All of these shades would be flattering on most skin tones. Stop in the store to try one out or call to order! (713-552-1545) We WILL ship! But hurry!!! We know from experience these cute critters won’t last long! Each $30.

“Each delectably creamy lipstick contains PAUL & JOE’s ‘SECRET D’OR,’ a blend
of several varieties of champagne gold frost, each possessing a different
overtone and a sparkle that varies subtly depending on the angle from which you
view it. Together, these proprietary ingredients provide a gorgeous color with a
sheer, highly translucent sparkle! Packaged in compact tubes printed with
patterns from PAUL & JOE’s newest fashion collection. And, as it deserves a
second mention, there’s a kitten carved into the tip of each lipstick!”

Click any of the pictures below to view a larger image.

Pssst… Our rep, Jocelyn tells us that they WILL however be having equally as cute kitties made into a larger creamy cheek stick soon! Keep your eyes peeled!