New S&C Make up Range! 19 Oct 2009

Scarlett & Crimson hav teamed up with cult beauty icons Ruby & Millie 2 produce a makeup range 4 teen girls, now available in select Boots stores across the UK! This range, inspired by S & C’s message 2 ‘be yourself’, is specifically formulated 4 teen skin & contains a full range of products 2 amplify UR inner beauty!

“We’ve always wanted to create a make-up brand for teens and Scarlett & Crimson inspired us to do so,” explained Ruby & Millie. “So many young women need to learn the art of makeup application, which will inevitably give them confidence through individuality. Scarlett and Crimson are all about self expression and not being afraid to stand out from the crowd. We want to share the knowledge we’ve learned in the beauty industry and help teens and young women to look their best”.

Light pigments, gentle minerals & fresh, natural tones define the range, with an ink black nail varnish and shadowy eye tones adding a little rock goth evening glamour. Check out the full range below, or on the Boots website!

Stacks of Beauty £5 – a unique stackable trio of cream blush, eye shadow & lip balm. This beauty palette is perfect 4 maintaining UR look on the go!

Double Trouble £6 – these beauty wands are one of Scarlett and Crimson’s best kept secrets! One contains pink and clear lip glosses while the other provides a discreet blemish solution and concealor.

Totally Nailed £10 – a quick and easy manicure kit 2 transform UR nails from casual kitten 2 rock chic! Contains toe separators, nail files, a selection of varnishes & cute nail decals.

In the Shadows £10 – a selection of 12 vibrant eye shadows 2 ensure U stand out from the crowd! This cute set has a selection of shades by Scarlett and Crimson & 2 applicators 4 easy blending.

Smooth Minerals £12 – a mineral powder set 2 help U banish shine & cr8 a flawless finish. Contains bronzer, blusher, finishing powder & mattifying papers.

Mini Wonders £15 – a set of essentials 2 ensure U always hav wot U need 2 cr8 UR own look! Contains shimmer highlighter, lip glosses, clear mascara, eye pencil, eye shadow, cream blush & a mirror.

Rock Bag £10 – the trendiest of mini make up bags, decorated with S&C graphics & embellished with keychain beauty accessories. This bag is the perfect size & also contains a secret compartment with free mattifying papers included!

More magazine has already declared In the Shadows a hit & beauty editors universally adore the shimmer highlighter in Mini Wonders. Obv we love them all, but naturally we wanna know wot U think. Let us know thru the message board or write a review on Boots.com!

Be Beautiful: A Girls Guide! 19 Oct 2009

We’ve just spotted this fab beauty bible! Written by award winning beauty journalist Alice Hart-Davies and her teen daughter Molly, this comprehensive & practical beauty guide is a must 4 every girl!

From finding which hair style suits you 2 DIY pedicures & the ins and outs of skin care this guide is sure 2 answer UR burning beauty questions.

Our fave sections were the “What hairdressers say and what they mean” page (something we hav ALL been waiting 4) & the fabulous tips on all things eye makeup. We’re def putting this on our Xmas lists!

S&C: Rock in Print! 17 Sep 2009

OK so this has got 2 B our spot of the week! Scarlett & Crimson R now rocking the book scene!

Tho most of U may already hav checked out the sneak preview of the books on this site, the first 2 books in the Scarlett & Crimson series R now available 2 buy in the US & UK!

4 those of U that don’t know, Scarlett & Crimson are BFFs that love 2 see the world differently. They both share a love 4 music & R talented musicians in their own right. Scarlett rocks guitar and vocals and has a passion 4 fashion while Crimson writes lyrics & plays drums (as well as a whole host of other instruments). If U want 2 learn more about Scarlett and Crimson (aka Ess & Cee) U can read what they’ve been up 2 on their blog in the website section ‘secrets shared’. Both books R now available on Amazon but U can check out the summaries below or download the first few pages 2 try B4 U buy! Obv we love Scarlett & Crimson but we’d love 2 know what U think of the books – plz let us know thru the message board!

DarqStarz Rising
Just as Scarlett & Crimson were expecting another average week at school, British student Pepper White arrives with serious Darq potential. Not only does he ditch The Leetz (the clique of popular girls that rule the school) but he is reportedly a pro when it comes 2 music! Later, when the girls find out about the ‘Battle of the Bands’ contest, Pepper joins Scarlett & Crimson 2 rock out in the DarqStarz! With hot competition and the Leetz’s typical scheming who knows if they’ll get their demo in!

A Light in the Darq
After successfully making it thru 2 the Battle of the Bands final Scarlett, Crimson & Pepper realize they R missing something in their newly formed band. Crimson’s Aunt Roxi suggests they need another player 2 complete their sound & play in the live final. With each of their potential choices fraught with difficulties it’s a race against time 2 recruit a fourth member. Will they get the band organized in time 2 play in the live final?

A Fresh, Clean Start 17 Sep 2009

We just spotted (no pun intended) the nu skin care range from Dermalogica, specially formulated 4 teen skin.

There are 8 products in the range with the focus on skin health not beauty. This means the range doesn’t contain any artificial fragrances, colors or stripping alcohols that can irritate skin.

There R plenty of products 2 choose from, all formulated 2 prevent breakouts & protect UR skin. These R our fave products from the range!

Bedtime for Breakouts – a night-time treatment absorbed while U sleep that contains salicylic acid 2 prevent spots from forming & cucumber & liquorish extracts 2 reduce redness & calm irritated skin.

Welcome Matte SPF15 - a light weight hydrating lotion that prevents shine without clogging pores. This is gr8 under foundation & has the added bonus of containing sunscreens 2 protect UR skin from harmful UV rays. If U really must tan, try the Brighten Up SPF15 4 the same level of protection but a hint of tint 4 a natural glow!

All Over Clear – this cooling toner controls oil & shine, protects skin & reduces redness. With a spray applicator it can be used all over & is perfect 4 harder reach areas like UR back.

Check out the website 4 more info or 2 buy online! Delivery is free & if U spend a certain amount online U get a cute backpack thrown in 4 good measure! If U hav already tried the range let us know what U thought thru the message board.

Beauty on the go! 17 Sep 2009

We R big believers in quick, easy and natural makeup so when we spotted these 2 items from Body Shop we had 2 try them.

On the Left is Brow and Lash Gel, a quick drying conditioning gel that sets unruly brows and defines your eyelashes. This gives a much more natural look than mascara with none of the problems of flaking or clumping.

On the right is Body Shop’s Lip & Cheek Stain, a dual purpose product that gives cheeks a healthy glow & lips a hint of color.

Both of these products are gr8 if U R in a rush & R nice & easy 2 use. Bear in mind that U only need a very small amount of the Cheek and Lip Stain & always remember 2 blend! Check out the website 4 more info about these products & Body Shop’s ethical credentials, the UK site also has customer reviews 4 U 2 check B4 U buy!

Solid Stationary 03 Sep 2009

OK so skool can B dull but that’s no excuse 4 UR skool stuff 2 B the same! 2 cheer U up - we’ve collected the best & most fun essential items 2 help U survive!

1 of our fave designs is skulls so this pencil case & drop dead gorgeous notepad is right up our street! BUT if U don’t wanna break the bank – colored pens R a cheap & easy way 2 brighten UR day.

Finally add a few fun items like these AMAZING drumstick pencils (2 practice UR beats with) & origami sticky notes – these R sure 2 banish UR boredom! Recon we’ve missed sumthin? Let us know thru the message board!