Tried and Tested: Perfect brows, nails and lips

WE all know strong brows are in and Irish cosmetics company Fuschia Make-up has just launched a new brow product that is sure to become a staple of your make-up bag.

Thanks to its easily buildable gel/créme consistency, Fuschia’s Boom Brow allows you to create anything from a natural brow for day to a more dramatic evening look.

The matte finish means that your brows look real — avoiding that dreaded artificial appearance.

Juliet Morrow from Fuschia Make-Up recommends that Boom Brow be applied with Fuschia Make Up’s angle liner brush for precise definition and has the following application tips: “Work Boom Brow darker into the “tail” of the brow and more lightly towards the inside of the brow for a natural gradient brow effect. After application, use Fuschia’s long-wear concealer around the outside of the brow to clean up the edges for a more professional finish. Brush through the brows after application to get rid of any excess product.”

And there you have it — perfect brows at an affordable price and from a home-grown company. Boom Brow, €15.50, comes in three shades (Blonde, Brunette ,and Deep Brunette) and is available from www.fuschia.ie and selected stores nationwide.

BUY IT NOW

Her nail hardeners are second to none, and now Sally Hansen has a shining new star in her talon-tastic line-up. Infused with real gold flecks, the 18K Gold Hardener, €9.99 from Tesco stores, instantly strengthens nails and locks in moisture — perfect if multiple gel manicures have left your talons thin and fragile.

DELUXE DAY OUT

Beauty treatments are a popular present, but if you really want to impress, BuyaGift.com has launched the world’s most expensive beauty gift. Including a bee venom facial, 24-carat gold body treatment, diamond manicure, VIP salon visit and IPL hair removal, plus an overnight stay in a 5-star hotel suite, the luxurious package can be yours — for just €130,000.

STEAL OF THE WEEK

FragranceDirect.co.uk has a whole heap of lush lippies for less than half price at the moment. Our fave? It’s got to be the L’Oreal Caresse, €4.13 plus postage (RRP €11), delivering smooth, subtle colour in gorgeous nearly-nude shades.