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Both Lavshuca and Kate have updated their official websites to feature information on the fall 2009 collections. The Lavshuca website has good photos of the new items worn on the model.

Related posts:

Lavshuca Fall 2009 Collection

Kate Fall 2009 Collection

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In fall 2009, Est will add Cream Make Up Active Aura Moist (SPF 23, PA++) to the brand’s base makeup lineup. The product features “skin-synchro film”, which helps provide a natural skin-like finish, and “water-reflect powder”, which creates a dewy glow for the complexion.

It will be available in Japan from August 29th.

Related posts on Est:

Fall 2008 Base Makeup Collection

Fall 2009 Makeup Collection

Spring 2009 Makeup Collection

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Magie Deco will release its fall 2009 collection in Japan on August 21st. The new version of Shadow Brilliance, Shadow Brilliance II, will be launched.

The lineup includes:

– Shadow Brilliance II (above, 6 variations)

– Fairy Eyes (2 new shades)

– Lipstick (6 new shades)

– Lipstick Luxual Color (2 shades)

– Fairy Rouge (2 new shades)

– Nail Color (6 new shades)



Related posts on Magie Deco:

Summer 2009 Collection

Spring 2009 Collection

Holiday 2009 Collection

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Cosme Decorte AQ, one of Kosé’s top-end lines, will release its fall 2009 collection in Japan on August 21st.

The new point makeup items include:

– Shadow Supreme (above, 3 new variations)

– Rouge Supreme (5 new shades)

– Nail Supreme (5 new shades)

– Lip Brush

The new base makeup items (which will be housed in the new packaging launched last year for AQ’s fall 2008 point makeup collection) include:

– Cream Foundation Supreme (7 shades, SPF 20, PA++)



– Powder Foundation Supreme (7 shades, SPF 15, PA++)

– Makeup Base (2 shades, SPF 18, PA+)

– Concealer (2 shades, SPF 25, PA+++)

– Modelling Nuancer (pressed powder/ highlighter, 2 shades)

– Face Powder N (1 shade)

– Lip Glosser (lip treatment, lipstick base and lip gloss)

Related posts:

Cosme Decorte AQ Summer 2008 Collection

Beauté de Kosé Spring 2009 Collection

Foundation Face-Off (4): Dior vs. Kosé Esprique Precious

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I have received Coffret D’Or’s Color Mixing Eyes in 04 Lavender-Purple Mix (for summer 2009) and both Lucent and High Cover of Lavshuca’s Finish Powder (for spring/summer 2009). I will start trying them out very soon and I will post the reviews later on!

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RMK will release its fall 2009 makeup collection in Japan on August 21st. The theme of the collection is Autumn Mystique, according to RMK’s official website.

The lineup includes:

– Mystique Eyes (above, 4 variations)

– Ingenious Gel Eyeliner (3 shades plus 4 limited-edition shades)



– Ingenious Pencil Eyeliner (7 shades)

– Extra Deep W Mascara (3 shades)

– Mystique Cheeks (limited edition, 2 variations)

– Gloss Lips (3 new shades)

– Nail Color (2 new shades)

– Nail Art Liner (limited edition, 2 shades)

Related posts:

RMK Makeup Renewal

RMK Powder Foundation EX

RMK Super Basic Liquid Concealer

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On September 18th, SUQQU will release Concealer Tone Up and the fall/winter 2009 edition of Base Makeup Kit in Japan.

Concealer Tone Up is an orange-based concealer for the eye area. The product is designed to offer a natural but effective coverage while maintaining the moisture level in the eye area.

The limited-edition Base Makeup Kit includes:

– Dual Pressed Powder (full-sized product)
– Foundation (cream-type foundation, 16g)
– Makeup Base Creamy (7g, see review here)
– original pouch

I’d expect these two items to be available in the UK shortly after they are launched in Japan.

Related posts:

SUQQU Base Makeup Kit (Spring/Summer 2009)

SUQQU Clear Veil Powder

SUQQU Fall 2009 Collection
(including the base makeup item Polish Face Color)

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(images from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor)

The Kanebo Coffret D’Or website has been updated to include information on the fall 2009 point makeup collection and the fall/winter 2009 base makeup collection. Please check here for the updates.

(Coffret D’Or Eye Color)

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Here is a look at Jill Stuart‘s fall 2009 makeup collection. I like the ad image for this season. With dark eye makeup and peachy cheeks and lips, the look is sweet and chic at the same time.

The new items include:

– Illuminance Eyes (1 new variation)

– Seductive Eyes (1 new variation)

– Mix Blush Compact (2 new variations)

– Lip Luster (2 new shades)

– Jelly Lip Gloss (1 new shade)

– Nail Lacquer N (3 new shades)

– Nail Care Essence Oil

In addition, Jill Stuart will celebrate its fifth anniversary by releasing a limited-edition Jewel Collection.

(images from www.iswii.com,
info from www.joseishi.net/voce/)

The following two items will be released in Japan on August 31st:

– Crystal Diamond Powder (2 shades)

– Diamond Sparkle Nail Collection

The rest of the Jewel Collection will be available in Japan on October 9th.

– Diamond Dew Lip Color (2 shades)

– Vintage Jewel Compact Mirror



The items are undoubtedly ultra-pretty and will definitely sell out fast, but I don’t usually like very ornate antique-looking makeup pieces which are not actually vintage. Maybe more photos of the collection will change my mind on these items. (On the other hand, the jewellery case from the Diamond Sparkle Nail Collection looks less antique-y and slightly more contemporary.)

Related posts:

Jill Stuart Summer 2009 Makeup Collection

Jill Stuart Spring 2009 Makeup Collection

Jill Stuart Mix Blush Compact in Baby Blush

Foundation Face-Off: Jill Stuart vs. SUQQU

Loving Japanese Brands: Jill Stuart

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Sofina Primavista will release its fall/winter base makeup collection in Japan on September 1st. The new items include:

– Powder Foundation Perfect Fit (SPF 15, PA++)
– Moisture Coat Base
– Serum Concealer Eye Zone

Related posts:

Sofina Primavista Spring/Summer 2009 Base Makeup Collection

Sofina Primavista Powder Foundation Moist Touch (for Fall/Winter 2008)

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