By Vesi Maslenishka Following on from our Golden Globes Winners List, here are some more makeup looks we obsessed over. This time, we have a little Laura Mercier makeup haul for you to see exactly what SJP's make up artist used on the … [Read more...]
SPOTLIGHT: BABYLISS DIAMOND WAVES
By Hannah Powling Curly hair is taking the beauty world by storm yet again, so we thought we'd get in on the action too here at Beauty and the Dirt. The first thing we did? We summoned the funky-looking curling tong that intrigued us the most. … [Read more...]
SPOTLIGHT: OXYGENETIX FOUNDATION REVIEW
By Hannah Powling I've been having a little trouble with my skin recently - I tend to go through patches of good and bad, no biggie, but it BOTHERS me. You know how it is. I put it down to build up, as I love wearing lots of coverage and my skin … [Read more...]
GET THE LOOK: TERESA PALMER’S RED CARPET HAIR
By Hannah Powling Last night, gorgeous Hollywood starlet Teresa Palmer stepped out on the red carpet for the premiere of her new movie, Lights Out. She wore a black asymmetric Michael Kors dress, but what really caught our eye was her wonderful … [Read more...]
RIO CARNIVAL INSPIRED MAKEUP LOOK
By Rosie Bettis & Hannah Powling With the Rio Olympics just around the corner, we've been feeling super inspired by all things colourful and carnival. So on a typical rainy day in London at the BATD HQ we decided to add a dazzling pop of … [Read more...]
GET THE LOOK: CANNES BEAUTY
By Hannah Powling The stars have been descending onto the French Riviera for the 69th Annual Cannes Film Festival and are pulling out all the stops on the beauty front for their stunning red carpet appearances. Amal Clooney was certainly the … [Read more...]
GET YOUR GLOW ON: BEST POWDER HIGHLIGHTERS
By Hannah Powling Strobing is majorly taking pride place in recent makeup trends; so rather than sinking in your contours with dark colours, it's now all about defining and bringing out your best bits with a gorgeous glow. I am always on a bit … [Read more...]
GET DIOR PFW INSPIRED LIPS
By Hannah Powling Obviously we saw the AW16 Dior show today at Paris Fashion Week, and inevitably became obsessed with the makeup look that emerged from the incredible talents backstage... Spider lashes and flawless skin against high-shine … [Read more...]
HOW TO: PARIS SPRING ’16 COUTURE EYELINER
By Hannah Powling The liner game is strong for Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. We spotted yesterday's Armani Privé Paris Collection where mauve, violet and lavender set the tone for garment colour paired with neutral-toned makeup; but it was all … [Read more...]
HOW TO: ROCKER CURLS HAIR TREND
By Hannah Powling We love it when we get the latest trend reports straight from the backstage hair and makeup teams during fashion shows. The Stella McCartney Pre-Fall '16 show took place in Sunset Boulevard in LA and to keep you bang on trend … [Read more...]
GOLDEN GLOBES MAKEUP SECRETS 2016
Following on from our Golden Globes Makeup Secrets here are some more makeup looks we obsessed over. This time, we have a little Charlotte Tilbury makeup haul, you'll see why below... The stunning Alicia Vikander got a full-on Charlotte Tilbury … [Read more...]
D&G The Essence of Holiday Collection
By Hannah Powling When we heard about the D&G Essence of Holiday Collection; we couldn't resist the glistening gold, contrasted against the intense black and the pops of rouge. Very Christmassy. Yesterday I got my hands on this wonderful … [Read more...]
OSCARS: THE HAIR LOOKS
by Annie Vischer Errol Douglas talks us through some of his favourite hair looks from the 87th Academy Awards, and how to try your hand at them at home... 'Gentle, face framing waves that match the soft pink and sexy cut of her dress, … [Read more...]
Summer Hair Trends: Errol Douglas
Forget precision styling and perfect hair, because this summer's styles are laid back and insouciant. From Christopher Kane to Valentino and Dolce and Gabbana, braids were loose, plaits imperfect and updos were delightfully dishevelled. Over the … [Read more...]
How To Create The Perfect At-Home Blow Dry
Ever wondered why, despite your tenacity, dexterity and stash of salon-worthy products and tools you just cannot seem to get the same immaculate finish, body and long-lasting results of a professional blow dry? Well, Errol Douglas, A-list hairstylist … [Read more...]
Recreate Kate Bosworth’s Winter Wonderland Look
We've been guessing for weeks. Diane Kruger, Cara Delevingne, Olivia Palermo. . . finally Topshop's #whosthatgirl star has been revealed to be Kate Bosworth, and boy, was she worth the wait. We may have to hold on until February 2013 to get our … [Read more...]