Sephora and Hello Kitty Beauty Partnering with eBay for Special Cause

happy first friday of the year, beauties! i don't know about you, but i am so excited about Hello Kitty Beauty!

thankfully, the wait will be over soon (the collection will be hitting shelves towards the end of this month)!

if you haven't already heard, this amazing collaboration between Sephora and Hello Kitty will combine the playful spirit and designs of Hello Kitty with luxury makeup formulas and iconic accessories. the collection will offer a range of must-have beauty goodies for eyes, lips, face and body, perfect for both Hello Kitty collectors and beauty enthusiasts alike.

to celebrate the launch, Sanrio and Sephora are partnering with eBay to offer fans of both brands the chance at winning exclusive Hello Kitty Beauty packages that include trips to exclusive launch events through 2011.

in addition to having the chance to bid on these exclusive, must-have Hello Kitty Beauty items, all proceeds benefit the Starlight Children's Foundation!

so, be sure to visit ebay.com/sephorahellokitty to sign up for email reminders and to participate in the auction, beginning january 17, 2011 (ending january 27, 2011).

xo
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Joan Smalls Named Estee Lauder's Newest Global Spokesmodel

last week, the Estee Lauder brand announced it signed Joan Smalls, one of fashion’s rising runway and editorial stars, as a new face of their cosmetics and skincare line. Joan, who is from puerto rico, will join the brand's roster of global beauties (Hilary Rhoda, Carolyn Murphy, Elizabeth Hurley, Constance Jablonski and Liu Wen) and debut in global advertising campaigns beginning in may 2011.

as the third new model signed to EL this year, Joan is a fabulous addition. says Aerin Lauder, senior vice president, "her smile, warmth and positive energy are perfect for the Estee Lauder brand."

Jane Hertzmark Hudis, Global Brand President, adds, "we are thrilled to introduce Joan to women around the world. she truly reflects Estee Lauder's modern vision of global beauty."





a little background on Joan: she made her debut in the world of high fashion in january 2010 when she was featured as the exclusive model for Ricardo Tisci's Givenchy F/W 2010 Couture show in paris. she has quickly ascended to fashion's top ranks by appearing on the runways in new york, paris and milan, for designers including Marc Jacobs, Prada, Gucci, Jil Sander, Derek Lam, Givenchy and Louis Vuitton.

Joan has also become a favorite of top fashion photographers including Mario Testino, Steven Meisel, Patrick Demarchelier, Mikael Jansson, David Sims and Craig McDean. she has appeared in editorials in the american, french, german and italian editions of Vogue, as well as in Interview and I.D. Magazine.

great addition, don't you think?

xo

Thepromakeupshop.com launches

We're liking the look of thepromakeupshop.com. They've just opened for
business and they specialise in selling pro tools, so things like
single-use mascara wands, pots and sponges. They even sell bamboo tools
and airbrush tools if you fancy mastering this technique at home or if,
in fact, you are a professional who needs to get clients red carpet
ready.My favourite product so far is the set of