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Capital LOVE for the Capitol Colours Collection

Beauty | 09 March 2012

by Annie

The Hunger Games fever has officially set in here at LuLu*s, and with just two more weeks ’til the much-anticipated premiere of The Hunger Games movie, I think it’s about time to get all gussied up for the reaping. Lucky for us, Lion’s Gate and China Glaze have teamed up to bring us the “Capitol Colours” line of Hunger Games-themed nail polishes, inspired by the twelve districts of Panem, but clearly with a Capitol-worthy spin. Are you feeling the Hunger pangs, too?

Despite some serious controversy surrounding the production and the “original” names (which may or may not have been preferable), I think we can all agree that there are more than a few gems here.

Without further ado, allow me to introduce your nail tributes, ordered by district, with flawless applications by All Lacquered Up to show how they really look out of the bottle.

Luxe and Lush
Inspired by: District 1 (and The Capitol)

Industry: Luxury

Stone Cold
Inspired by: District 2

Industry: Masonry

(Okay, so I may have ordered this one for myself yesterday)

Riveting
Inspired by: District 3

Industry: Technology and Mechanics

(….and this one too…)

Hook and Line
Inspired by: District 4

Industry: Fishing

Electrify
Inspired by: District 5

Industry: Power

Fast Track
Inspired by: District 6

Industry: Transportation

Mahogany Magic
Inspired by: District 7

Industry: Lumber

Dress Me-Up
Inspired by: District 8

Industry: Textiles

Harvest Moon
Inspired by: District 9

Industry: Grain

Foie Gras
Inspired by: District 10

Industry: Livestock

Agro
Inspired by: District 11

Industry: Agriculture

Smoke and Ashes
Inspired by: Katniss’s own District 12

Industry: Coal Mining

Who will you sponsor?

(Images courtesy of Us Weekly, All Lacquered Up, & The Hob.org)

Futuristic Fashion: Aeon Hair Rings

Beauty | 06 March 2012

by Laurie Hartt

Okay, seriously. How rad are these hair rings?

If rock and roll and future fiction had a kid, these Aeon Hair Rings from Regal Rose would definitely be what it looked like. With the option of silver or gold, you can also choose a short, medium, or long package, depending on the length of your hair.

And they’re easy to boot! Just pull them apart, place strategically in your tresses, and pinch closed!

Want more? Regal Rose is the brain child of London fashionistas Rebecca and Louisa Warwick, and they have some really insane pieces you’ve got to check out. Read up on their blog, visit their Facebook page and Etsy shop, and then head on over to their site to snag some rings for yourself!

Beauty Review: Clinique Pore Refining Solutions

Beauty | 01 March 2012

by Annie

Pores. I know, I know. You get what you get and you don’t get upset… but, smaller pores would be really nice. So I can’t actually shrink them, fine, but if some magical serum promises to make them look smaller, then really, what’s the difference? Enter: Clinique’s Pore Refining Solutions line. I’ve been using both the Correcting Serum and the Instant Perfector for almost two months now, and this stuff really works!

You’ll notice I brought a few friends. I cannot gush enough about my Clarisonic Mia cleansing brush. This gadget is magic. The cleanser is up to you, but I like to use something acne-resistant, since I’m just barely out of that heinous skin phase. Also, you’ll still need moisturizer, which I apply after the Correcting Serum and before the Instant Perfector. Now, on to the main event!

Clinique Pore Refining Solutions

The fine print: Clinique’s innovative solutions work in many ways to create a poreless appearance—instantly, with optics, and over time, with multitasking formulas. Both use smart technology to absorb oil only where needed. Both are dermatologist tested.

Correcting Serum

The fine print: Lightweight, oil-free serum with Pore Resurfacing Complex helps skin renew itself more efficiently, bringing healthier cells to the surface for a tighter, smoother, younger look. Gently clears pores of debris and rough, dead cells. Pores instantly look 30% smaller. And in 2 weeks, clinical tests confirm a 58% smaller appearance. To use: Spread over face morning and night after 3-Step. Can be layered with other treatments, makeup, Instant Perfector.

The verdict: After the very first use, my skin felt and looked much smoother, and almost two months later, my skin has only gotten better! FYI: I did run into a mild reaction about a week into use, so I had to cut ties with my salicylic acid spot treatment. So, a word to the wise: stick to Serum, moisturizer, and Perfector and you should be safe. Or whatever Clinique’s 3-Step system involves…

Instant Perfector

The fine print: Look smooth and virtually flawless—instantly. Pores seem to disappear. Natural-looking matte finish lasts up to 8 hours. Resists sweat, humidity. Two skin tone shades or Invisible Bright for subtle brightening. To use: Finger-dot and blend over pores—alone, over Correcting Serum, makeup, and for touch-ups.

The verdict: Awesome. This little tube is a lot like a makeup primer, leaving a smooth, matte finish that almost had me skipping the makeup. (Almost. I would never actually skip my beloved face paint). I used the “Invisible Bright” shade, but I’m definitely open to trying one of the tinted versions in the future. It’s super lightweight and though the tube is quite small, you only need to use the tiniest little squeeze for big results.

To sum it all up: The Correcting Serum is the diet and exercise, while the Instant Perfector is your Spanx. Use them together and your skin will be looking smooth and tight! Happy cleansing!