Halloween Zombie Makeover: Step-by-Step Tutorial On Yahoo Lifestyle UK

Halloween is nearly here! But you don't need to rush out and buy loads of costume make-up, just raid your beauty bags for green and brown eyeshadow and lots of red lippy. Check out my Halloween zombie make-up tutorial on Yahoo Lifestyle UK here, hope you like it!

Tweet me your Halloween spooky looks to @PoutOutProud - I'd love to see them! xx
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Smashbox Hot Picks!

I'm a big fan of Smashbox products, they're cutting edge, stylish and look amazing. Here are some of my favourites...

Smashbox Brow Tech To Go in Taupe, £19

This clever retractable brow pen is really precise due to the angled tip. The formula lasts all day long and the colour can be intensified to your desired brow shade. It's great to pop in your handbag too.

Brow Tech To Go in Taupe swatch

Smashbox Photo Op Eye Brightening Mascara, £18

A great mascara for lush, full lashes. It really opens up smaller eyes (like mine!) I love it.

Smashbox Photo Finish Hydrating Oil-Free Primer, £28

A good, oil-free primer that provides the perfect base for foundation. Leaves skin feeling great!

Smashbox Halo Long Wear Blush in Bloom, £23  (swatch below)

This mineral blush is gorgeous. You only need the tiniest of dustings on the blush brush to add a beautiful, illuminating warmth. Sweep over the apples of the cheeks for a dewy, rosy glow. 

Smashbox Waterproof Shadow Liner, £17

This waterproof liner is amazing for creating beautiful smouldering eyes. One of my favourite liners EVER, as you can create dramatic eyes in an instant. Simply line the eyes and smudge outwards, using the opposite end of the pen to help you along your way. Seductive come-to-bed eyes in approx. two minutes!

What are your favourite Smashbox products? Let me know by tweeting @PoutOutProud xxx

New Clarins AW13 Collection Review

Clarins AW13 collection

Whether it's the regal red velvet-smooth gold packaging, or the slightly higher price bracket, I just didn't think Clarins was a brand for a metropolitan girl in her early twenties. 

But after trialling out a hefty cross-section of the AW13 collection, I have been swayed. The products are classy, soft, pigment-rich and beautiful... and I definitely didn't look like my powdery-at-the-edges Aunt Maude. So it's a side order of humble pie for me, please. 

NEW: Clarins Instant Concealer, £20

This new concealer is REALLY good. It has a creamy, rich texture that gives long-lasting coverage of those pesky dark circles, and has caffeine extract to reduce puffiness. The packaging is lightweight and handbag handy, perfect if you're a busy bee. One of my top concealers of the year. 

Extra Comfort Foundation SPF15, £35 (107 Beige)

I'm quite fussy when it comes to foundations, but this one feels really lovely on the skin. It's like a hybrid of a moisturiser and a foundation - really thick and creamy - and smells like fresh cucumber wipes! 

It did sit a little bit awkwardly on dry skin patches, but this was easily fixed with a spot of moisturiser.  The science part is quite impressive, with anti-aging plant extracts, omega 9 and 6, and organic argan oil to preserve suppleness and protect from dehydration. It also claims to plump skin, and contains 'soft focus pigments' to reflect light in the most flattering of fashions. Ohhh la la!  

I gave it a good trial and was impressed with the smell, feel, finish and lastability. The only thing that didn't hit the mark was the packaging, which is not travel friendly and is nigh on impossible to use without getting foundation EVERYWHERE. But maybe I'm just a mucky pup! 

Clarins Extra-Comfort SPF15 foundation swatch

Clarins Crayon Khôl in Platinum, Intense Blue, Taupe, £17 each

I haven't stopped wearing these pigment-rich Crayon Khôl pencils since I added them to my make-up bag. So soft and flattering due to the shimmering, beautiful colours. They are double ended with a natural hair brush applicator on the other side, really handy for creating subtle smouldering finish.

Clarins Crayon Khôl in Platinum swatch

Clarins Joli Rouge Lipstick in 736 Pink Camellia, 737 Royal Plum, 738 Spicy Cinnamon, £18 each

736 Pink Camellia, 738 Spicy Cinnamon and 737 Royal Plum

My favourite launch from the AW13 are the three beautiful colours added to the Joli Rouge Lipstick range - 736 Pink Camellia, 737 Royal Plum and 738 Spicy Cinnamon. They are SO hydrating and glossy, simply lovely on the lip. Unlike other lipsticks, I didn't get any of the dreaded dry-out, and the colour stayed put for hours. The Royal Plum shade is a bold deep aubergine that was really popular in early 2013, and I expect it will come back strong as we head into the winter months. Pink Camellia is my personal favourite, it looks fantastic with green eyes. 

Clarins Joli Rouge Lipstick in 736 Pink Camellia, 737 Royal Plum, 738 Spicy Cinnamon swatch 

Clarins Be Long Mascara, £21

This clever little mascara is packed with genius ingredients, like a peptide to promote lash growth and panthenol to strengthen. I was surprised by the tiny brush, but it was great at catching all the little lashes in the corners of the eye. Great precision for super-defined, clump-free lashes. 

Clarins Be Long Mascara swatch

Clarins Eye Quartet Mineral Palette in Forest, £31

I am in love with this magical-forest inspired Eye Quartet Mineral Palette. It may be on the pricey side, but it is so beautiful. The packaging is classy through and through, and the shadows are shimmering delights. With khaki green, satin taupe, intense bronze and pale gold shadows, this palette is fantastic for complimenting green and brown eyes. I wear with the Crayon Khôl in Taupe to complete the look.

What do you think of the new AW13 collection? Let me know by leaving a comment below or by commenting on the Pout Out Proud Facebook page, or tweeting @PoutOutProud xx

Urban Decay Fall 2013 Launch Preview!

Hold the front page. Urban Decay have a brand new launch for Fall 2013, available in stores from August 5th 2013. 

Most excitingly (for me anyway, a true lippy fiend) they're releasing a whole new line of gorgeous, seriously sexy lipsticks. Say hello to the new Urban Decay Revolution Lipsticks... The colours are AMAZING, the packaging is deliciously Urban Decay, they're super moisturising and genuinely long-lasting. I'm SO impressed. Here are the 20 new shades due to hit stores soon:

Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick Full Swatch (excluding online exclusives), £14 each

Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Shame, Venom and F-Bomb

How sexy is Shame, pictured above on the left? This deep sexy berry shade is UD founder Wende Zomnir's fave! 

My stand out shades from the range are: 

Bang - A fiery orange like no other, this is perfect if you like a knock-out pout. It's eye-catching and feisty. I love this for sun-drenched afternoons with extravagant cocktails. 

Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Bang

69 - This red is perfect for those who usually fear the boldness of rouge. It has a slightly pink undertone which makes teeth look super white and warms the complexion. 

Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in 69

Anarchy and Obsessed (used together) - These two shades blend together beautifully to create a super sweet petal pout. Anarchy is a really powerful, vibrant pink, while Obsessed is candy cute. Love!

Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Anarchy and Obsessed

Urban Decay have also cleverly released a range of corresponding lip liners '24/7 Glide on Lip Pencil', so you achieve the perfect finish. 

Top tip: For the intense colours (reds, darks) line the lip and shade in with the pencil before applying the lipstick, for lip colour that lasts all night long.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Lip Pencil, £12 each

Urban have also brought out a totally transparent lip liner, Ozone, which can be used as a clever way to stop bleeding on any shade of lippy. Simply apply to the very edge of the lip to act as a sealant. 

Following on from the success of their Eyeshadow Primer Potion (their 3rd highest seller in the US) UD have revamped the existing formula, making it smoother and introducing anti-ageing ingredients. Guaranteed stay-put-ability with added extras. What more could you wish for? 

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion, £17

To create a really flawless finish, UD have also brought out a finishing powder, available in light, medium light, medium, medium dark and dark. This super finely milled powder is pigment rich, so a little goes a long way. It has a slight shimmer as opposed to being totally matte, so it adds a slight luminosity without looking like an accident in Claire's Accessories has occurred. A handy product to reduce shine and minimise the appearance of those pesky pores. 

The best thing though is the light weight packaging. UD really understand the importance of having products which are handbag ready. 

Urban Decay Naked Skin Ultra Definition Pressed Finishing Powder, £21

Hooray! Urban Decay is bringing edgy Nail glamour back. Having discontinued their nail colour ranges a few years ago, Vice and Addiction will be the first colours available again. Hyper glossy, long wearing and undoubtedly Urban Decay, I love these sexy shades. 

Urban Decay Nail Colour in Vice and Addiction, £10 each

Urban Decay have been getting all glam scientist it would seem, as they are the first cosmetic brand to engineer a spray which contains the vitamin B6. They claim that it reduces pores, minimises redness and absorbs oil - simply spritz the face before applying make-up for a boost of antioxidants. I haven't had the chance to give this product a trial yet, but I'm rather intrigued!

Urban Decay B6 Spray, £21

And last but not least, Urban Decay have redesigned their brow package. It handily contains everything you need to create brilliant brows, yet is lightweight and compact, perfect for popping into the handbag. With a magnified mirror as well as a standard one, two angled brushes, a duo palette to create the perfect shade and a setting wax (infused aloe, beeswax and coconut) this little box has it all.

Urban Decay Brow Box, available in Brown Sugar or Honey Pot, £19

So what are you most excited about from the new Urban Decay Badass Luxury Fall 2013 launch? What will you be racing to try? Let me know by commenting below, tweeting @poutoutproud or writing on the Pout Out Proud Facebook page xx

Pop it while it's hot: Clinique Runway Coral Long Last Lipstick

Oh yes, I have finally found my lip shade of choice for summer 2013, and it's Runway Coral Long Last Lipstick by Clinique, £16.50.  So fruity and fresh, I love the soft brightness of a good coral lippy.

It's the perfect colour for sunny festivals (see my recent venture to Parklife in Manchester below) as it's really vibrant yet moisturising and long-lasting on the lip. I cannot get enough of this one! 

To complete the festival look, I liberally spritzed TIGI salt spray in the locks, used Laura Mercier Illuminating tinted moisturizer on my skin for a brightening glow, with an added touch of bronze thanks to He-Shi Express Liquid Tan on the pins!

What's your favourite festival look? Let me know by commenting below or tweeting @PoutOutProud xx

New fringe, new make-up look!

 New bangs! As you may know, I change my hair almost as often as my bed linen, and I've just had a new blunt fringe put in for summer (it sits well with the 'Bans, my dears) 

I've got rather small eyes, so I have to ramp up the eye make-up so my little peepers can compete with my new mahoosive fringe. Here's a look I went for when I first had it cut in:

I mainly used the Urban Decay Naked Palette, £36 (such a good investment!) using the deep brown of Darkhorse on the outer edge of the eye, the golden shade of Halfbaked across the lid, with the smouldering black of Creep for extra depth along the lash line and outer edge. I used MAC Cosmetics shadow in Nylon around the tear duct area as a highlight. 

Want to see a particular make-up look? Tweet @poutoutproud and let me know, I'd love to hear your suggestions xxx

Smouldering Dusky Pink Shadow (Urban Decay Naked Palette)

Always a shadow fiend, I bought the Urban Decay Naked Palette, £36 recently, and it is amazing. The colour palette amazingly versatile, a collection of staple shadows which should be in every make-up bag.

Here's a look I created using Sin (a light shimmery pink), Toasted (satin pink) and Hustle (deep purple)

Such a good colour combination for green eyes!

To create a subtle smouldering look applied Hustle on the outer edge of the eyelid and below the lower lash line using a narrow shadow brush. I used a Toasted on the mid section of the eyelid, with Sin acting as a highligher in the inner corner and below the brow.

I used a clean, soft shadow brush in circular motions to create a gorgeous smokey finish. 

Want to see a particular make-up look? Tweet @poutoutproud and let me know, I'd love to hear your suggestions xxx

Weekly Product Pick: Lancôme launch NEW Hypnôse Star Eyes Palettes (as featured in Grazia)

Each week for Grazia Daily I choose a product which I'm absolutely loving...

Lancôme Hypnôse Star Eyes Palette in Gris Fumé, £37

Lancôme have released a brand new range of Hypnôse eye palettes, and I really love this one in Gris Fumé. The compact is classic Lancôme, so stylish. The smouldering pinks and greys are gorgeous, they really compliment blue eyes. So beautiful! 

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Weekly Product Pick: Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadow in Two Cents and Bronze Have More Fun (As featured in Grazia Daily)

Each week for Grazia Daily I choose a product which I'm absolutely loving...

Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadow in Bronze Have More Fun and Two Cents, £15.50 each

As the whole nation awaits the release of The Great Gatsby (Which I cannot wait to go and see!) Benefit have launched a brand new Art Deco inspired collection: Color...By Benefit. The Creaseless Cream Eyeshadows look absolutely gorgeous and wear beautifully. A cream-based shadow is amazing for a long-lasting look, as well as being soft and blendable on the lid. Perfection! I love to create a rich, smouldering eye with the deep bronze and rich copper shades pictured.

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Laura Mercier Caviar Sticks in Mint Snow and Seashell for Pretty Peepers

Laura Mercier Caviar Sticks in Mint Snow and Seashell, £20.50 each

I love the Laura Mercier Caviar Sticks. I seem to live my life dashing here, there and everywhere, and I know I can pop these compact little sticks in my bag without even the slightest fear of shadow crumble. Mint Snow and Seashell are new editions for Spring/Summer 2013 collection, and they are just SO pretty. 

The subtle, glistening blue hue of Mint Snow blends gorgeously with the pearly white Seashell. I focused Seashell in the tear duct area and the mid-section of the lid, gradually blending into The Mint Snow - with maximum intensity at the outer edge of the eyelid. 

Using an angled brush, take the Mint Snow round the outer edge of the eye and half way underneath the waterline.

Add a touch of highlighter to the tear duct area to really open up the eye. I used MAC Cosmetics Shadow in Nylon. 

Complete the look with a fine line of turquoise liquid liner on the lashline and waterline (I used Eye Perfect semi-permanent eyeliner), with a few coats of thick black mascara (They're Real by Benefit). To compliment the shimmering pearly-blue look, I used soft pink and coral tones on the cheeks (Dandelion and Sugarbomb by Benefit) and wore a dewy light pink on the lips (112 Fantasque by Chanel)  

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