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Travel with FLAER Travel-Friendly Makeup Kits: Perfect for Every Jet-Setting Beauty Enthusiast text Elva Ahlbin, Beauty Editor As a makeup artist constantly on the move, I’ve always sought ways to streamline my packing. Whether I’m embarking on a business trip or a well-deserved vacation, the challenge of packing light while still having all my beauty essentials has always been at the forefront of my mind. Recently, I discovered two makeup kits that have transformed my travel routine, making my life significantly easier. These kits are a perfect blend of form and function, featuring well-designed shapes and highquality materials. Their synthetic bristles are not only easy to clean with just water and soap but also remarkably durable. Unlike natural hair brushes, which often shed bristles that can tickle and irritate your face, these synthetic brushes remain intact and reliable. We’ve all experienced that annoying shedding, haven’t we? Kit 1: The Perfect Duo Brush for Foundation and Concealer This kit is perfect for foundation, concealer, and blush to create a fantastic base makeup or a quick touch-up! The kit includes 2 makeup brushes:– Mini 108 Concealer & Foundation Brush– Mini 201 Angled Cheek Brush  Kit 2: The Mini Brush Set – Compact and Convenient for On-the-Go Touch-Ups The second kit is a collection of highly-rated brushes in mini sizes, ideal for those who are always on the move. Whether you’re touching up your eye makeup during the day, getting ready for a night out, or traveling, this kit has you covered. It includes: – Mini 301 Tapered Blending Brush: Perfect for blending eyeshadows seamlessly.– Mini 305 Eye Shader Brush: Great for packing on eyeshadow with precision.– Mini 405 Duo Brow Brush: Combines a spoolie and an angled brush for flawless brows.– Mini 401 Flat Brush: Versatile for applying concealer or eyeshadow base.– Mini 403 Smokey Eyeshadow Brush: Ideal for creating a sultry, smokey eye look. All brushes from FLAER are vegan, made from recycled materials, and crafted with the utmost respect for the environment. This commitment to sustainability means you can maintain your beauty regimen while being kind to our planet. These kits have truly transformed my travel beauty routine, offering convenience without compromising on quality. If you’re looking to simplify your makeup routine while on the go, I highly recommend giving these kits a try. Happy travels and stay beautiful

Le Trait d’Hermès collection, Get playful with Hermès and unveil your inner artist! This season, Hermès Beauty invites you to rediscover the playful charm of drawing with the new Le Trait d’Hermès collection, crafted to elevate eyes and lips with creativity and precision. Inspired by childhood memories of pencils and notebooks, the collection includes color eye pencils, lip pencils, and an innovative eyeliner, transforming makeup application into an art form. Each product, from the finely crafted wooden pencils to the refillable eyeliner, balances elegance with function. With shades as vivid as Encre Noire and Orange Boîte, Hermès brings its iconic color palette to life, encouraging everyone to explore self-expression and make each look a masterpiece.

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Cloud Jelly by Common Clouds Elevate your skincare routine with Cloud Jelly, a premium yet affordable cica gel moisturizer that deeply hydrates and soothes the skin. This budget-friendly gem is a skincare essential that delivers high-quality results without breaking the bank.  Key Features: Ultra-hydrating formula with skin-loving ingredients like Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid. Strengthens the skin barrier and prevents acne, dryness, and irritation. Suitable for all skin types, including acne-prone and sensitive skin. Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic. Why You’ll Love It: Nourishes and replenishes the skin’s moisture levels. Supports healthy skin barrier function. Reduces redness and calms irritated skin. Ideal for day and night use, perfect under sunscreen and makeup. Cloud Jelly is a must-have skincare product for those seeking a high-quality moisturizer at an affordable price point. Elevate your skincare routine with this premium yet budget-friendly gem that delivers outstanding results without the hefty price tag. Visit COMMON CLOUD for more information.

BEAUTY BACKSTAGE SPRING-SUMMER 2024 HAUTE COUTURE COLLECTION images courtesy of Chanel MAKE-UP STEP BY STEP COMPLEXIONApply LES BEIGES WATER-FRESH COMPLEXION TOUCH with the brush 2-IN-1 FOUNDATION BRUSH FLUID AND POWDER N°101.Correct the imperfections of the face using LE CORRECTEUR DE CHANEL with RETRACTABLE DUAL-TIP CONCEALER BRUSH N°105 where needed.According to your skin tone, apply BAUME ESSENTIEL LILAS or LES BEIGES HEALTHY WINTER GLOW PRIMER in Frosty White on the apples of the cheeks using the RETRACTABLE HIGHLIGHTER BRUSH N°111, then higher on the temples.Sweep loose powder POUDRE UNIVERSELLE LIBRE onto t-zone with the POWDER BRUSH N°106. EYEBROWBrush the brows with DUAL-ENDED BROW BRUSH N°207.Fill in with the STYLO SOURCILS WATERPROOF.Apply LE GEL SOURCILS in TRANSPARENT to add depth to hairs for a strong result. EYESApply the taupe beige shade, on the bottom left of LES 4 OMBRES 388 ÉCLAT DE NUIT in the crease. Blend it with the RETRACTABLE DUAL-ENDED EYESHADOW BRUSH N°200 for a natural result.Apply mascara LE VOLUME RÉVOLUTION DE CHANEL 10 NOIR lightly in the middle of the top eyelashes. LIPSApply ROUGE COCO BAUME 938 KEEP COOL all over the lips, using the DUAL-ENDED LIP BRUSH N° 300. NAILSPrepare the nails with a coat of LA BASE CAMÉLIA.Set up with LE VERNIS 175 SKIEUSE.Fix and add shine with LE GEL COAT.Moisturize the hands with LA CRÈME MAIN.

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The Beauty Essentials from April text Yasmine Mubarak Say hello to the favorites of April, from a hydrating hair oil and SPF50 cream; to a vanilla perfume, and a creamy bronzer. Find your new favorite below. Chloé L’Eau de Parfum Lumineuse This spring, the scent to have is the feminine and luminous rose scent joined with vanilla. With a floral heart and undertones of balsamic and amber the new Lumineuse from Chloè is a lovely fragrance. Warmed by vanilla, the rose reveals itself with elevated elegance, while velvety notes of jasmine sambac reveal their sublime richness and intensify the fusion of sweet and floral notes. The scent lasts all day, but is still not to strong or heavy for us who wants a lighter tone. It comes in the classic Chloè glass bottle with a silver cap together with a fine bow. The bottle is made from 25% recycled glass and the band is made from 100% recycled polyester. Find it here Hairlust Moisture Hero™ Hair OilThis is a new absolute hair favorite for dry and frizzy hair. The Moisture Hero™ Hair Oil from Hairlust is a moisturizing oil that tames and cares for your hair without a greasy feeling. It is 100% naturally derived and contains six nourishing plant-based oils derived naturally from sunflower seeds, coconuts, jojoba seeds, avocado, sweet almond and rosehip seeds. These oils contain vitamins and minerals that help reduce frizz, moisturize, nourish, soften and lock in moisture to prevent dry hair. The oil has also added shea butter extracts, to help revitalize very dry hair. Find it here. KORRES Greek Yoghurt Nourishing Probiotic Gel-CreamThis gel moisturizer contains real Greek yogurt, the classic super ingredient that soothes the skin. The whipped texture instantly melts into the skin and hydrates leaving it soft. Something special is that the cream has a microbiome-friendly technology that provides protection with a technology that helps to rebalance the skin and improve the appearance of skin that looks dehydrated and stressed. Not to mention, it gives you a light refreshing feeling while using it. Use it together wtih Korres shea butter lip balm, and you are all set. Find it here. Rose Inc Solar Infusion Soft-Focus Cream BronzerGet used to a cream bronzer this spring. The Rose Inc Bronzer gives a warm feeling to the skin with a soft, sun-kissed glow while reviving skin’s natural glow. It includes tourmaline and quartz that blur pores and smooth the texture, rose oil revitalizes dull skin and vitamins C and E provide powerful antioxidant protection. Available in five shades and melts easily over the skin. Find it here. Lumene Nordic Hydra Fresh Hydration Moisturizer SPF50Say hello to Lumene’s latest skincare product. Perfect for the first sun lights. It’s a light moisturizer, that comes for all skin types with SPF50. Apply to the face and neck as the last step of the morning skin care routine and feel fresh and hydrated. Nordic Hydra is Lumene’s moisturizing skin care series for you who are in need of intensive hydration. The products contain organic Nordic birch sap, hyaluronic acid and arctic spring water for optimal hydration and a plump and healthy appearance. Find it here. Estrid, The Everyday Body LotionThe popular shaving brand, has an new line of body care. One of them is the Everyday Body Lotion. It’s is powered by the lovely ingrediant of Shea Butter, calming Niacinamide and brightening Passion Flower Extract. The lotion premieres a new Estrid Scent, a  mix of refreshing neroli, notes of green tea, musk and bergamot. That is non-greasy and has plant-based lipid that provides deep care for the skin with moisturizing and softening properties. Find it here. MILK MAKEUP Kush Say hello to this Waterproof Mascara from Milk Makeup – an intense black mascara with thickening, heart-shaped fibers. It makes the lashes look a bit thicker and volumizes your eyelashes with a formula to stay and be waterproof. Vegan, cruelty-free and gluten-free. Find it here. Photo courtsey (right): Estrid.com

Hermès Introduces Barenia, a New Scent by Christine Nagel Christine Nagel, Creative Director of Hermès Fragrances, has crafted Barenia, the house’s first chypre fragrance, with a sensual and refined composition. Barenia blends the delicate butterfly lily with the unexpected miracle berry, creating a unique and captivating scent. Soothing oak notes and rich patchouli complete the experience, wrapping you in a fragrant cocoon. In the press materials, French short story writer Maria Pourchet introduces Barenia with a vivid and imaginative tale, followed by detailed insights into Christine Nagel’s creative process and the fragrance’s development. www.hermes.com

Melyon x Leyglow: A New Cleanser for All Skin Types Melyon, the skincare brand celebrated for embracing diversity, has partnered with Swedish beauty expert Leyla Aksoy, aka @leyglow, to launch a new facial gel cleanser. This luxurious product blends natural ingredients like aloe vera, chamomile, and rosemary to deeply cleanse, soothe, and rejuvenate the skin. Designed for all skin types, the cleanser effectively reduces redness and calms irritation, making it ideal even for acne-prone skin. Roger Dupé, Melyon’s founder, highlighted the collaboration’s significance: “The mission at Melyon is to create products that cater to diverse skin tones and elevate everyday routines into moments of self-care and indulgence. This collaboration with Leyla Aksoy felt incredibly natural, as we both come from backgrounds that haven’t traditionally been represented in the beauty industry. By combining Melyon’s expertise with Leyla’s innate understanding of beauty and skincare, we’ve created a product that resonates on a personal level while remaining universally appealing to everyone.” This partnership reflects both brands’ commitment to ethical luxury, sustainability, and addressing the unique skincare needs of underrepresented communities.

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