“NEW” Gel Eyeliners
Remember how eyeliner pencils used to be so hard that it would hurt to apply them? Or you would have to hold the eye in order to put it on, only to look at yourself an hour or so later and it all faded off to a hint of a line? By the end of the day you looked washed out and you would wonder where all your make-up had gone.

No more worries because now they have invented Gel Eyeliners! We have them. They glide on oh-so-very smooth and effortless, then dry in 10 minutes for a waterproof long-lasting 24 hour hold. You can apply it very natural or beautifully bold. It is like no other pencil to date and comes in eight different shades. The perfect eyeliner with many benefits—we are obsessed.

“NEW” Super Wear Brow Definer
Some of us just can’t get our eyebrows to look beautiful and natural. We have used many different types of cosmetics, like eyebrow powder, waxy eyebrow tints, and eyebrow pencils, just to name a few. Eyebrow powders look natural but always rub off and smudge. Eye pencils are still wonderful and work very well but if you are looking for extra fullness, then the Super Wear Brow Definer may be the product for you.

The Super Wear Brow Definer is a new gel formula invented for utmost precision. It looks like a felt tip pen and dispenses a perfect brushstroke look. It defines effortlessly and fills-in brows for a more modern updated look with hours of extended wear. Designed for expert control and easy application, the quick-dry formula sets instantly, and won’t rub off or stray, as it delivers a lasting, natural finish that looks like your very own brow. Love!

“NEW” Pro Beauty Lip Primer
Have you had trouble with lipstick fading beyond the lip line and then going up in the lines of the lips? Most red lipsticks will smudge all over the lips making them look unkempt and messy. We have a new product to make your life easier and to hold lipstick in place. This new lip technology we have discovered will never allow lipstick to smudge or run into the lines of the lips. The lip-caring primer formula penetrates instantly, a patent pending technology that helps suspend pigments to create a soft cushion so lipsticks don’t move. For best results, apply the primer on first then your selected lip liner and, lastly, your favorite lip color. You will never have an embarrassing lip smudge moment ever again using this wonderful Pro Beauty Lip Primer.

At The Rouge, we are dedicated to giving you the best in knowledge and the utmost updated information in cosmetics. With our research of top-performing products we test market everything before we write about it. We welcome you to come in and see for yourself and try some of these wonderful new cosmetic technologies to improve your life and confidence.

Inspiration is everywhere, you just have to look for it and, of course, have the openness to be inspired. Christopher Bailey, Chief Creative Officer of Burberry has continued to keep the design fresh and innovative with a new concept…Cosmetics! Burberry Beauty was born. In 2010, Burberry Beauty celebrated its worldwide launch with a gorgeous campaign shot in London featuring British models Lily Donaldson, Nina Porter and girl du jour Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.

Early this Spring I was asked to do a review of the Spring Burberry Beauty Collection, since it was launching at Nordstrom in March, I was intrigued and honored. I find for myself that the worlds of art and fashion often collide, inspiring me daily, sometimes consciously, sometimes by happenstance. When I received the package of the beauty collection I was excited about the cosmetic treats and opened it with curiosity. The packaging was gorgeous with the iconic Burberry check stamped on each of the glossy metallic beauty tools. As I opened the lipsticks I noticed the magnetic closure and beautifully handcrafted embossed check they engraved on the lipstick as inspired by core Burberry icons and fabric details.

The new spring lip colors are very neutral and soft as reflected in their clothing line. I liked the fact that you can add them to your existing cosmetics and it will enhance them. Anyone could wear these hues with confidence; yet have their own personal style. They are subtle, breathable, lightweight and modern. The lip-glosses are nice and hydrating and have a cute glossy metal engraved at the top. The Nude Rose lip-gloss was a hit with all the girls at The Rouge; it looked natural yet different on everyone.

When you’re out on the town wearing your Burberry trenchcoat, slide out your Burberry Beauty lip-gloss and be oh-so-chic with your new up-to-date British style. Now all I need is a Burberry Trenchcoat and a Burberry cosmetic bag to go with my new lip-gloss!

Timeless, Elegant and Classic = Burberry

If I had a dollar for every time someone wished they could trim the pooch of the belly, the bulge of the hips, or even the little flesh that spills over the top of a strapless gown without any effort, then I’d be as rich as the people behind Coolsculpting Technologies are about to be.

The Coolsculpting device, which is now at residence at Dr. Michelle Place Plastic Surgery Center in Danville, is a non-invasive treatment that eliminates fat cells in specific areas of your body. A cooling applicator is attached to the targeted area to extract energy from the underlying fat tissue, while protecting the skin, nerves, muscles and other tissue. The cooled fat cells undergo apoptosis (programmed cell death) and are gradually eliminated, reducing the thickness of the fat layer. Aside from some coldness to the area being treated and some electric tingle that lets you know something admittedly weird and extraordinary is happening, it’s trauma-free, safe, and requires no surgery or downtime.

Since the equipment was FDA approved and delivered to Dr. Place’s headquarters last December its switch has been in the “on” position more than it has been off and it’s no wonder it is the only office in the Bay Area that provides this service. The Plastic Surgery Center has done over 500 treatments for patients to help sculpt and melt their stubborn unwanted pooches: which is the hardest to rid with even extreme exercise.

On January 17th I attended a Coolsculpting seminar at the beautiful “The Studio” in Danville to see first hand what all this melting fat was all about. The Coolsculpting people were there and were very knowledgeable and confident in their equipment. Dr. Place spoke about the device as a lunchtime treatment that could be done in one hour and that will offer results from only one session! She also said, “It will give you lasting results, killing the fat cells for life.” The Plastic Surgery Center did a demonstration treatment on one of the 40 girls that were attending. I spoke with the patient in treatment and she told me that there was no pain; it was cooling yet comfortable. We all loved the results and, with zero downtime and no surgery, we were excited to line up and schedule our own procedure. Julie Fontaine, the office manager, scheduled a one-hour appointment for me to melt away my not-so-loving pooch.

I went in the next Monday without hesitation and was greeted by a wonderful and professional staff. Dr. Place and the Nurse practitioner prepped my tummy and marked the areas to be sculpted. They placed the Coolsculpt device gently on the area of the skin that would be suctioned and pulled into the machine. Aside from some cooling sensation, it was comfortable and virtually painless. Throughout the procedure Dr. Place and the nurse practitioner checked in to see how I was doing. I am now onto smooth and flat abs, while it takes up to three months to see the final results Dr. Place said you can see a reduction in two weeks. So, ladies, now is the time for slimming and melting that fat away for summer and the outcome is permanent, so start today. Once the word gets out, that machine will be going into overdrive.

Spring Looks 2012

Spring Eyes

Think color because that’s what you will be seeing this season and a lot of it. Put aside the natural you and indulge in some eye-popping greens. Or try a burgundy crease color rather than brown. Possess authority and liberation by using a peachy eye shadow on the eyelid rather than a cream colored one. Invite a new color in your wardrobe till you get used to the idea you’ve changed. That rarefied hip-ness just might tickle your shift in attitude.

Spring Cheek Colors
Now we’re talking super bright colors for cheeks and in a big way. Beeline to your nearest cosmetic boutique to try on this newest trend and then broadcast your urban coolness with a bright pink shimmer blusher. Without uttering a word and spiking up your fashionista, per se, you will add some spice to your trend-watching swagger. It’s nice to be in the know, and to wear it well you need to add just a hint of this enduring color to the cheeks to pull off this elite fashion re-shift with confidence.

Spring Lips
With all these bright colors swirling around this season, lips take on a whole new natural wave with baby palette essentials. Think cuddly light pink nudes, soft peach nectars and flawless angelic plums. Dabble in a world of beautifully crafted change without sacrificing all the home-grown principles you still identify with. Instead of using just a clear gloss, use a lip shine with a hint of peach. Or liberate yourself by using a nude pink lipstick rather than a gloss. The possibilities are endless and so much fun.

Spring Forward this season and let yourself in on something fun, you never know you may be delighted you tried something new!!

The first step is going to a licensed skin care Aesthetician. An Aesthetician is highly trained in the care of the skin and is state board certified in analyzing the skin and to advise you on what to use for your specific skin type. Many Aestheticians work with Dermatologist offering facials and specialized skin treatments in their offices. Most Dermatologist do not provide skin care programs, they supply skin treatments such as medications. Below are some skin care options to consider adding to your daily routine.

Facial Cleansers:

You want to avoid the “one-size-fits-all” skin cleansers. If you have dry skin use a cleanser that will help nourish, protect, and re-moisturize the skin. If you have oily skin use a cleanser that will help balance the oil production and reduce acne. For sensitive skin, use a cleanser that does not have herbs or a scent, but that deep cleans the surface and eliminates skin irritations.

Facial Toners:

Face toners are essential for beautiful skin. They help the moisturizers work better, bringing the skin back to its natural PH balance, and help remove residue left over from make-up. A good toner will also help exfoliate the skin and re-texture the surface of the skin so the complexion is firm and smooth.

Eye Creams:

Eye creams are essential to avoid pre-mature aging and wrinkles and one that is specifically made for the eye area. The skin around the eye is very thin and delicate and must be treated differently than the rest of the face. You cannot use face moisturizers around the eye area because they are too thick and will not moisturize or hydrate.

Face Creams:

When it comes to face cream you need to have guidance and find a cream that is best for your skin type. There are so many face creams on the market today, and some can get really expensive, you don’t need to spend a lot of money on a great skin cream, but you need the right cream to work for your specific skins needs. Look for creams with vitamins and peptides in them. Research has shown when applying peptides with anti-oxidants and vitamins will reduce fine lines, firm the skin and stop the formation of wrinkles.

We invite you to stop in to The Rouge to sample our skin care products and treatments from Ongrien Advanced Skin Care and we would like to help educate you on a proper skin care program. Let this year be the year you love your skin. It’s Easy, simple, and beautiful: Protect your skin’s future.

What We Love:
Neulash: Eyelash Growth Stimulator Fleur Visage
Why You’ll Love It:
You can achieve the look of a fabulous flutter without the hassle of tacky adhesive or the embarrassment of a wayward false lash. Glide this protein and vitamin-enriched serum along the upper eyelid daily, and start to see fullness in just a few weeks. Clinical results have shown a 62% increase in longer, more natural-looking lashes. Plus, this conditioning treatment has none of the harsh side effects of similar prescription products. We also have Brow Growth gels available now.

What We Love:
Ultra Firming Eye Cream
Ongrien Advanced Skin Care
Why You’ll Love It:
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays and everyday life, getting a full night’s sleep, which is vital for healthy skin, can seem like a luxury. Apply this triple action eye cream around the eyes massaging nightly to decrease puffiness, minimize fine lines and to restore hydration for youthful looking eyes and you’ll look caught up on your Zs – even if you’re not.

What We Love:
Ultra Firming Night Cream Anti-Aging Ongrien Advanced Skin Care
Why You’ll Love It:
Quenching a Thirsty complexion takes a good dose of this nourishing treatment. Skin will soak up the healthy Nuero-Peptide based nutrients, which refines the skin and gives the complexion a toned appearance. This cream repairs sun damage and visibly reduces wrinkles. We love this fine anti-aging treatment, and you will too when you notice your skin is smoother and more beautiful than ever.

What We Love:
Anti-Aging Firming Neck Cream Ongrien Advanced Skin Care
Why You’ll Love It:
The neck is one of the first areas to show the signs of aging. The neck can look years older than you are. Slow the effects of time with this marine cell-enriched nightly formula, that will firm, lesson the formation of wrinkles, heal dryness, and reduce melanin spots.

What We Love:
Vitamin C&E Lip Treatment Fleur Visage
Why You’ll Love it:
All the requirements for a beautiful, moist, plump-looking pout, packed full of nutrients, including Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Restore the lips and help fight dry, chapped, cracking lips this winter with intense hydrating lip moisturizing perfecteur.

At The Rouge we only carry the finest products with the highest grade of ingredients on the market. Don’t know what you want for Christmas? Ask your man for beautiful skin and start glowing for the holidays. We have holiday gift certificates and wish list available. Come by anytime and talk to one of our professional skin care experts for the right skin care plan for you.

Blush shimmers are in big demand this season. They look so fabulous and radiant on the skin it’s like a supermodel in a bottle! They make the skin glow and your complexion look oh-so-smooth. There are so many colors to choose from. We have available pink shimmers, bronzy shimmers, champagne liquids, porcelain powders, bronzers and beautiful rosy golden stick highlighters. Depending on your skin tone try a few before purchasing your favorite one. This can be tricky so ask our trained professional to help you with placement and color. You do not want to apply a blush shimmer all over the face. It belongs only on the highest part of the cheekbone and on top of the apple of the cheek.

Holiday Lips
It’s funny the way a new shade of lipstick or new lip gloss can put a spring in your step! It’s the little simple things that make us smile this holiday season. With new jewel tone lip-gloss colors glowing everywhere this season, now’s the time to load up on shine. The shinier the better and with some fun runway-worthy sparkle! Glam it up with lips looking like juicy-jewels! If you want to slip into something a little more silky, you can try lipsticks that have peptides in them for a true moisture surge and a more fuller looking lip. Anything you decide make sure it’s glossy and lips look nice and hydrated. There is nothing worse than having dry chapped lips before applying your favorite gloss or lip color. Use a good Vitamin E with Vitamin C lip treatment. This will help heal and super hydrate the lips and protect the lips from harsh weather conditions.

One Hot Minute
Eyes are enchanting this holiday season. There is so much texture, dimension, and intense colors in shadows you can look fabulous in minutes. Nude Mattes are a big hit this season with your favorite browns and navy blue accents. Midnight Blue eye- liner hits center stage with their intense pop of color. Use this amazing color as an accent to achieve a glam-dramatic look and make heads turn when you walk in the room.

Eye Bright
Who needs sleep when you’ve got the latest tools and techniques to give your eyes that well rested look? With the help of Ongrien’s Ultra Firming Eye Cream and Fleur Visage Concealing Cover Stick you’ll be transformed in a blink. Simply apply the Ultra Firming Eye Cream under the eyes to help de-puff eyes and make them brighter. Add our cover stick with super concealing benefits to hide even the darkest circles.

Let The Rouge take you on a glamour journey with beautifully applied make-up to make your parties extra special. We are available to Glamorize you Tuesday through Saturday for all your special events.

You may have sensitive skin if…

•  A new moisturizer or cleanser, causes your skin to itch, burn, sting, or turn pink.
•  Acne products make your skin red and inflamed. The pimples that make an appearance on your face are more like giant cysts than regular zits.
•  Your skin is parched and no amount of moisturizer seems to satisfy it.
•  A strong gust of cold wind is all it takes to irritate and sting your skin.
•  Your nose and cheeks often get flushed and tingly, but you are certain it is not a sunburn, (you applied sunblock, you swear!).

Sensitive 101 

Many girls with acne do not realize that they have sensitive skin. Using potent acne products can actually make the skin irritated and it tends to break out more. The skin thinks it needs to produce more oil when using intense drying ingredients. You need to treat the skin with delicate sensitive products to help balance the oils, avoiding irritation. Your best bet is to try a formula labeled “sensitive skin” with no fragrance. Instead of using harsh alcohol-based products, use products that contain Witch Hazel. Witch Hazel kills the pathogenic bacteria that cause you to break out and will work in the same way as alcohol based product while being gentler on the skin. 

Dryness: How to Heal 

Another factor that can make the face feel sensitive is dryness, especially this time of year. In the fall, the temperature drops practically overnight, heaters go on, the light changes- it’s a whole new environment that can really exacerbate sensitive skin. In lower humidity you lose your skin’s bubble wrap, which are the lipids that make up its protective barrier. Your skin is more likely to crack and leave small nerve endings exposed during this time. These are the reasons you feel itching, tingling or tightening of the skin. This is the time to step up your moisturizer to a more sophisticated one. The best moisturizers to use are those with Nuero-Peptides in them. I recommend using a lipid serum as well as the Nuero-Peptide moisturizer. Lipids naturally protect the skin and are intensely hydrating. Apply an eye cream that will help boost collagen around the delicate eye area. Using a good sensitive eye cream is also very important for dry skin. Our Ultra Firming Eye Cream helps to hydrate, boost collagen and depuff the eyes.

With all sensitive products make sure you look at the labels and see that they are made specifically for sensitive skin types. At The Rouge we have professional skin care experts to help you determine what products work best for your skin type. You can make an appointment Tuesday through Saturday to have a consultation to see which skin care program is right for you!

A make-up lesson is taught by a licensed professional who has had years of training with cosmetics. The professional should have the intense understanding of color, in-depth knowledge of skin care, and correct treatment options for each individual’s skin. Knowing the right colors, updating your make-up styles, and understanding trends that are realistic gives you confidence. Make-up lessons should be subtle not drastic; by changing your make-up wardrobe with the right instruction it will make a world of difference. At The Rouge we carry only the finest cosmetics by Fleur Visage that are updated every season. When a new client comes in for a lesson, we start by asking the client what their needs are and how we can help them. We show them how to get their very own look with the right color cosmetics, with an updated style.

What to Expect in a Make-up Lesson:

1^st Skin Care:

Ongrien Advanced Skin Care. By assessing your features and skin condition we go through a one on one consultation and help you select a skin care program that will fit your needs as well as make-up to fit your lifestyle.

2^nd Eyebrow Shaping:

Analyzing your face shape and the way your eyebrows grow naturally, we offer our expert advice on how they should be shaped. Waxing or tweezing is available and are a-la-carte. Perfection and symmetry is key.

3^rd Concealer:

We have many concealers and colors to choose from. We analyze your skin tones and apply a concealer that goes with your skin color. If you choose too dark of a concealer you can end up looking older than intended; however choosing too light of a concealer has unpleasant effects as well. Choosing the correct shade is vital.

4^th Foundation:

Whether you need a little coverage or you want to smooth imperfections in your complexion, we have many foundations to choose from. Our most popular foundation is our Custom Blend. We will professionally blend our Custom Foundation to match your skin tone exactly. After applying foundation we gently apply a silky Mica Powder (Not Mineral) to set the make-up on your skin. This helps the skin look very natural and smooth. Our Mica Powders can also be used alone.

5^th Blushers and Bronzers:

Skin Glowing Techniques- We show you the right color and the correct technique for applying blush and bronzers. You will achieve the most sun kissed, natural glowing skin for your very own skin tone.

6^th Eye Shadows-Eye Liners:

We chart out how to apply eye shadows and eyeliners correctly for your eye shape and natural contours. Having the right eye colors are essential in bringing out the best in your features.

7^th Lip Sticks Lip Liner Glosses:

Lip colors should accent the skin and brighten up your smile.  Choosing a lip color is very challenging for most women. We help you select a lipstick or lip-gloss to compliment the skin, while keeping in mind the season.

At The Rouge Make-up Lessons and Make-up Updates are very popular. We offer these services Tuesday through Saturday, by appointment only.

With the changing seasons I always look forward to the new color palates. It’s a way to have a fresh new start and exciting to try some new colors. Some of us get bored using the same color make-up and some of us just like to stick to the same cosmetic style. If you are one of those people that love change and like to try different trends in make-up then take advantage of the fresh new looks. If you haven’t changed your look since high school, it might be time for a fresh new start, because this season is beaming with great new looks. It’s time to update!
 
This season brings us a brand new style in eye application techniques and creativity. Cosmetic palates are equipped to make the eyes sultry, big and gorgeous. Using colors with nude tones and rich deep matte navy shades, the eyes will pop with delicate sophistication, but at the same time being real and natural. Delicate nude pinks are in the forecast, combined with soft, shimmery taupe’s, for contour and defining the eyes. Applying Meteor (Dark Green with shimmer) eyeliner on top, it will enhance the eye giving it depth, beauty and a youthful look. Adding a layer of sparkle will give the eyes a beautiful effect and enhance your “ahh” appeal for drama and a radiant glow. Dark navy mascara is back and they are here for the bold, “ooh la la” lush eye effect.
 
CHEEKS AND SMOOTH SKIN
 
This fall cheeks are smooth and glowing. Light pink blush shimmers are on the horizon as this year’s most popular shade. This stroke of genius takes your complexion from dull to radiant in seconds. Bronzers continue to be a staple for California girls to keep the skin looking fresh and warm. The sun kissed look is always in season. By adding a beautiful highlighting pink blush it will give your skin that nice dewy smooth glow.
 
LIPS THAT HAVE MOISTURE GIVE POWER TO THE POUT
 
Latest lip textures have Vitamin E and Vitamin C added to the formula. It is a treatment that you can wear daily, to build power and fullness to the pout and it will give the lips more hydration. Lip colors are bold this season. Many shades of reds are in the forecast this fall, along with beautiful plum tones and juicy pinks. Lips glosses are perfect to give you a finished look. Use glosses that are bold with sheer color, like reds, plums and bold pink tones. They are trendy and fun!
 
MAKE-UP UDATES
 
Make-up should be fun, exciting and bring out the creativity inside one’s soul. With years of experience and having an eye for color and the love and appreciation of art, we pride ourselves in giving each and everyone their own personal look and experience. We help choose styles that fit your own personal lifestyle, whether it be ultra natural (maybe one eye shadow color and a gloss) to a Modern Trend-look, Vogue Chic’, or Full-Out-Glam-Run-way look.
 
Fall trends start August 17th and anytime you are ready. So make your appointment today and discover what cosmetic wardrobe is best for your style.