OPI Hong Kong Collection

This week we’ve worked hard to bring you the most up to date beauty news. We showed you how to recreate glam movie looks, how to achieve the results of a facelift without resorting to the surgeon’s knife and introduced you to some seriously punchy polishes.

Look in the mirror and see tiredness? Yep me too. After looking at Hollywood’s red carpet I’m craving ways to look that bright and polished. As I am not a fan of the knife or the needle, I’m trying out Bobbi Brown’s new Plump, Brighten, Pop and Define regime…find out more at The Beauty Bit

Tom Ford’s debut feature A Single Man looks set to be a hit, with superb casting and a wardrobe that sees even the maid looking stylish. We look at Julianne Moore’s make up, we wish Amy did it this well…get the look at The Beauty Bit

Watch out for Estee Lauder’s new Love Your Lips Limited Edition collection launching on 1st February right on time for Valentine’s Day. Take a look at the collection here on The Beauty Bit

Injecting a little colour into our dull winter days is OPI, their Hong Kong collection packs quite the colour punch, bringing the bright city lights to our shores. Have a peek at the range here on The Beauty Bit

Finding the perfect base is like the quest for the perfect jeans and black jacket, always room for another one. I’ve been trying out Maybelline’s New Dream Creamy Foundation. Find out what I thought on The Beauty Bit

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MAC In Lillyland

Legendary Lilly Pulitzer has sent her colour brilliance MAC’s way in a gorgeously riotous collaboration of popping shades.  On counter from February, we’re holding on for just a few days more before we pick out our favourites. 

MAC In Lillyland Lipgelees are bold and wild and while sassy cheek colours  in bright fushia, bright coral and light pink, will have us blushing beautifully.

Prices start at £8 for Nail Lacquer.

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La Prairie's The Art of Bath set

You worked hard all year, right? And, you were good all year (ahem)? So, why not treat yourself (or bend Santa’s arm) to La Prairie’s The Art of Bath set that not only does your skin the power of good, but also lets you dabble in bathing alchemy? Four fragrance oils and four natural oil blends come with a luxury ceramic dish and spoon so you can add your own unique mix to your bathing water.

The set also contains four fragrant mini candles, Cellular Bath & Body Oil and Cellular Bath & Body Oil. Choose exotic tiare flower, soothing lavender, energizing eucalyptus or tuberose gardenia to create the perfect balance for your mood and spirits.

£250 at Selfridges.

E.l.f. Studio Make-up Collection

Super-sleek packaging and a bumper deal makes the E.l.f. Studio Make-up Collection this year’s biggest bargain. A colossal 64 eye colours, eight lip glosses, four bronzer tones and four blush shades with all the necessary brushes included had us gasping with want!

At £25, it’s perfect girlfriend gifting without the hefty price tag, but with a punch of weighty glamour.

www.eyeslipsface.co.uk.

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Chloe Soap Set

Want to upgrade your bath time from functional to fabulous? Investing in a beautiful classic soap infused with luxurious fragrance takes washing from Cricklewood to Hollywood in a nano-second.

We’re loving the indulgence of Chloe Perfumed Bath Soap; a perfect blend of floral and oriental with a light fragrance for the skin. This doubly delicious duo costs £25 and just launched into stores now.

Tess Daly Range For Marks & Spencer

Whatever way you love your bath and body booty, The Tess Daly Body Range for Marks & Spencer is the kind of boudoir beauty we love. Acting way more expensive than it actually is, the range is pink and girly with a flirty fragrance of tuberose and jasmine.

We love the Daly Body Glow with a high shimmer finish for silking skin pre date for a radiant glow, or Daly Bath Soak contained in a sumptuous packaging with a splash of sparkle for instant glamour. Daly Face Glow, in a gorgeous gold compact is the winter’s secret glamorizer for instant sexy sheen.

At branches of Marks & Spencer now.

Social Lights

We’re suckers for cute packaging, and this tantalizing trio from Jessica has flicked our switch. Social Lights, £18.50, come in three perfect party shades: Celebutante - a rich and ravishing red, Debutante – a bold and brave blue, and Starlet - a dazzling white glitter to sparkle up your look.

We’re definitely turned on by the quirky light bulb packaging and won’t be left in the dark with lacklustre nails this party season.

Chloé Eau de Parfum Intense

Chloé takes hold of the rose in their new fragrance being released this month. Crafted by perfumers Michel Almairac and Amandine Marie this new scent reminds us of a French rose garden.

L’Eau de Parfum Intense not only revisits the classic aroma of a fresh rose, but also brings it back in style, with an accent of sweet sandalwood and crisp iris. Floral, flirty and feminine – what more could you want?

The new Chloé Eau de Parfum Intense will come in 50ml for £55 or 70ml for £70 or you can get the Perfumed Bath Soap for just £25.

Available this month, for stockists call: 0800 083 6312

EH Professional Cleansing System

It might be the time of year when I start slipping into cashmere and chunky knits, but as well as a wardrobe turn-around, I also love my winter-wear for skin. Nothing beats balms for intense moisturising and skin nutrition, and the more natural the ingredients, the better. With party season really not that far way, I’m slathering on my absolute favourites knowing I won’t be caught without a gorgeous glow when the invitations start pouring in.

Emma Hardie Amazing Face Professional Cleansing System:
This could well be the best buy of the season, containing Moringa Cleansing Balm, Buff & Polish Cleansing Cloth and Aromatherapy Infused Rosehip Exfoliating Seeds. Simply add the seeds to the slick and ultra-soft balm when skin needs polishing, or use the cleansing balm as a deeply hydrating mask if your complexion is extra dry. With the cleansing cloth being the softest I’ve ever encountered and the creamy, water soluble balm just begging to be massaged, not swiped and wiped, I’d say it’s a radiant skin essential.
£39, www.emmahardie.com

Saaf Pure Skincare Organic Hydrating Body Balm

Saaf Organic Super Hydrating Body Balm:
Natural lipids, essential fatty acids and special ingredient, Black Seed Oil, ensure that skin is sleek and sensual all year round. I love using this organic beauty balm after an indulgent bath when my skin is still warm – it literally melts on contact and any dry patches instantly disappear.
£33, click here to buy at Beauty Expert

Paul Labrecque Straight Style Anti-Frizz Smoothing Balm

Paul Labrecque Anti-Frizz Smoothing Balm:
The smart girl’s answer to sleek and shiny hair; this weightless balm banishes the fatal frizzies and protects my hair from blow dry fry. It’s packed with camellia oil and plant extracts to give a shining, glossy finish; perfect for a polished party look.
£16.00, click here to buy at Beauty Expert

Patchouli 24

What is the wise one up to today? The Grooming Guru takes on a more fragrant challenge this week, if your man friend is a little perplexed when it comes to the world of fragrance then we suggest he tries Le Labo a bespoke fragrance emporium. According to the Guru try Patchouli 24, a fantastically sexy, smoky number with an unabashed viagra-like staying power!

For musings from our favourite wise one click here…