NEWSFLASH! We’re so excited here at LL HQ, our mineral foundations are back from SPF testing and have been rated SPF15. Now you can be safe in the knowledge that you’re helping to protect your skin whilst wearing our gorgeous foundation.

As many of you will be aware, not only is mineral make-up kind to skin and free from harsh ingredients it contains Titanium Dioxide which has natural sunscreen properties. The sunshine might not want to come out just yet but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be protecting our beautiful skin from the harmful UV rays!

Whilst it’s essential to wear a good quality sunscreen all year round, why not help protect your skin even further with the added benefits of looking flawless in Lily Lolo mineral foundation SPF15!

We all know that achieving the best results in your makeup begins with using the right tools. With our 7 Piece Luxury Brush Collection you can do just that! Covering your essential brush needs you can create the perfect look whatever the occasion.

This vegan friendly collection is enveloped in a luxury faux leather roll case for the ultimate pampering experience in makeup  application, whilst keeping makeup brushes clean, safe and perfect for travelling.

Give your skin a gorgeous New Year glow with one of our Silk mineral finishing powders.

These ultra-fine silky soft powders are weightless on the skin yet leave complexions with a dewy soft focus glow, they deflect the light and give an overall smoother finish whilst helping to give a long lasting finish to your mineral foundation.

A light dusting with our luxurious PowderBrush is all it takes!

After all of the sparkles of the party season January can feel a little dull in comparison, give your look a boost by using an instant eye brightening mineral eye shadow such as Orchid to the inner corners of the  eyes.

When used alongside a sweep of Parma Violet or Vanilla Shimmer you’ll see an illuminating effect making you instantly appear wide eyed and awake!

After the over indulgence of the Christmas holidays, January is the perfect time to put a new you into practice and what better way  to start then sorting out your make up bag and looking after your skin!

Our 5 easy steps to keep resolutions will set you in good stead for looking after your skin and boosting your confidence in 2012!

1 – Look after your skin! – Drinking plenty of water is the first step to healthy and hydrated skin.

Be sure to moisturise your skin before applying your mineral foundation and let it soak in fully before applying your foundation.

Mineral foundation is great for the skin as it allows skin to breathe, it doesn’t contain harsh chemicals and includes Zinc Oxide which is particularly good for its healing and antibacterial properties. We would always recommend removing your make up before going to sleep, whilst our make-up is extremely gentle, a good skincare routine is invaluable for giving you a good base to apply your make-up to.

2 – Now’s the time to try a Lily Lolo mineral foundation if you haven’t yet had the confidence to change from your usual  brand or liquid / cream foundation, You’ll be amazed!

Mineral foundation covers like nothing else, not only that, it doesn’t lay in a thick obvious way on top of your skin; it buffs in  beautifully to give the illusion of flawless, bare skin. When your skin requires less coverage, just apply less, you don’t need a heavy foundation AND a tinted moisturiser!

Our Ready, Set Glow kits (available in 3 shade options for just £11.99 +p&p) are a great way of finding your shade and come complete with our gorgeous Baby Buki Brush to give you a taste of just how super soft our brushes are!

3 – Try something new! – Don’t get stuck in rut with using the same shades day in, day out.  Our make-up comes in a wide variety of shades that are suitable for most skin-tones so be bold in 2012.

Mineral eye shadow is so versatile that it doesn’t have to just be in a solid colour across the eyelid, our shades blend together beautifully with our Blending Brush, shades such as, Parma Violet & Mystery, Gold Digger & Golden Lilac, Hush & Khaki Sparkle look stunning when used together, or why not try a daring flash of colour such as Pixie Sparkle, Plumberry
Hill or Deep Purple with the eye shadow used wet and applied with our Eye Definer or Eye Detail – Eye Smudge Brush.

Experiment with your blush shade, usually a fan of pinks or peach? Try combining the best of both worlds with shades such as Cherry Blossom and Clementine, these gorgeous Peachy pink shades suit most skin-tones and can be built in light layers to give varying intensity of colour. Or why not go a shade more daring? Add sculpted intensity with shades such as Rosebud and Blushing Rose.

4 – Keep lips moisturised whatever the weather! A good quality lip balm or gloss is essential for keeping lips soft, supple and nourished throughout the year.   Our natural lip glosses are rich in vitamin e and organic jojoba oil so perfect for keeping lips protected. Subtle shades such as Peachy Keen give an understated glamour with just a hint of shimmer whilst bolder shades such as Scandalips and Bitten Pink give a slick of colour with a rich, non-sticky formula lips feels moisturised all day long!

5 – Keep your make-up tools as clean and healthy as your skin! – It’s important to keep your makeup brushes clean as you don’t want them harbouring any nasty bacteria; ideally they should be washed once a week. We’d recommend washing our Synthetic Make-up Brushes using a mild shampoo (baby shampoo is great!) pour a little into the palm of your hand and gently swish the brush before rinsing it in warm water and allowing the brush to dry naturally on its side. Avoid getting any water into the ferrule as water can affect the glue bond that holds the bristles together.

Make 2012 your year! Lily Lolo x

The festive season is upon us and is the perfect time of year to indulge with your make-up! Rich, luxurious favourites such as Smoky Brown and Choc Fudge Cake Mineral Eye Shadow add depth and definition to winter eyes and adding a slick n’ a flick of Moonlight as an eyeliner with our Eye Definer Brush will really make the eye’s pop with feline glamour!

We all want to look healthy don’t we? A sweep of colour across the cheeks adds instant warmth to your face, try Rosy Apple and Rosebud for true indulgence whilst Candy Girl Mineral Blush will give you fresh faced rosy cheeks replicating a wintry outdoor walk.

Set your mineral foundation with our Flawless Silk or Translucent Silk finishing powder, a light dusting is all you need to leave a natural glow, your skin will look like it’s been kissed with softness!

Why not finish off your festive feeling with a coating of Bitten Pink Lip Gloss, this rich, ruby, pink gloss with irresistible chocolaty flavour keeps lips moisturised and nourished, keeping them kiss-ably soft for under the mistletoe!

For an all over festive glow that keeps skin soft at the same time, why not mix a little of your Star Dust powder in with your favourite body lotion and apply as usual? Paying particular attention to the decolletage, shoulders and legs will leave a subtle sheen to really show off your glow this party season!

We’d like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very merry festive season and thank you for your continued custom and feedback over 2011! Our offices are closed from 5.00pm on Friday 21.12.11 but we’ll be back bright and early on Tuesday 3^rd January to answer your questions and begin dispatching your latest orders.

Wishing you a fabulous 2012! Lily Lolo x

Step 1: Moisturise. Ensure skin is clean and well prepped with a generous application of moisturiser. Well prepared and cared for skin will ensure the utmost staying power from your mineral foundation.

Step 2: Wait! – Wait until your moisturiser has been fully absorbed before application to ensure you don’t end up with patches or an uneven finish where the loose foundation has clung to the moisture. If you have an oily complexion, you might find a light layer of Flawless Matte finishing powder applied onto the dry skin before foundation will keep your foundation in place for longer.

Step 3: Disperse some foundation. Use the lid of the jar to collect some loose powder as you tap the base of the mineral foundation jar. Only collect a little at a time – you don’t need to overload your brush, as this could result in a cakey looking complexion.

Step 4: Choose your brush. For the best results we recommend using the Kabuki brush (£14.49 lilylolo.co.uk). Swirl the brush around the lid of the jar (holding the mineral foundation) allowing the brush to collect the delicate mineral powder. If the brush looks over-loaded give it a tap to knock off the excess. For a heavier coverage we recommend applying with a flocked sponge.

Step 5: Buff away! Using circular motions, start from the centre of your face, and work outwards, covering in light even layers as you go. Mineral foundation is buildable so you can repeat the process as many times as you like until you reach your desired level of coverage. Be gentle but firm, and reload the brush after several swirls to ensure an even and flawless finish.

Step 6: Once completed you’re ready to apply the rest of your makeup. Mineral foundation will warm with the surface of the skin and relax to a flawless base. If you find you have any loose powder left sitting on the surface, a clean flocked sponge (£3.99 lilylolo.co.uk) is a great tool for removing the excess. Simply lightly sweep over the face and it will collect any surplus powder.

With Mother’s Day in the UK just around the corner, and assuming you’re like the girls in the Lily Lolo office, thoughts will be turning towards finding the perfect gift. Say it with flowers, say it with chocolates, or be a little different and say it with a little gift of mineral makeup – it’ll make saying thank you very special this year!

Our mums often ask us for advice – don’t yours? Introduce them to the world of mineral makeup – it will make such a difference to the condition of her skin and change her whole makeup routine.

For the savvy, younger generation, it’s easier to be clued up on the chemical nasties to avoid, and the importance of avoiding parabens. Sometimes the older generation just don’t understand all this modern language and technology.

Is your mum still using the same products she was 20 years ago? Makeup has come so far since then, and there’s just no reason to be afraid to make some changes!

We’ve recently introduced a new mineral makeup samples starter kit, which includes three miniature sized Lily Lolo mineral foundations (0.75g), a miniature Flawless Silk finishing powder (0.5g) and a Baby Buki brush (the perfect miniature version of the full sized Kabuki).

It really makes the perfect makeup gift for your mum this Mother’s Day. Go on; give the gift of flawless skin this year.

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Introducing our newest mineral makeup kit! The new Ready, Set, Glow sample collection holds everything you need to get started with mineral makeup.

Learn the basics of applying mineral foundation by following the step by step guide included on the box. Your skin will relish in the natural minerals and you’ll be the envy of your friends with a flawless glow.

The three mineral foundations sit in the neat little gift box alongside the best-selling Flawless Silk finishing powder – our famous product which sets your makeup in place providing extra staying power for hours of wear.

Also included is the exclusive Baby Buki brush, a perfect miniature version of the synthetic Kabuki brush, which is the ideal applicator for loose mineral makeup.

Select a shade combination to suit your skin tone, the kits are available in light, light-medium, medium and tan.

Light: China Doll, Blondie, Barely Buff, Flawless Silk, Baby Buki brush

Light-medium: Warm Peach, In the Buff, Candy Cane, Flawless Silk, Baby Buki brush

Medium: Cookie, Warm Honey, Popcorn, Flawless Silk, Baby Buki brush

Tan: Coffee Bean, Saffron, Dusky, Flawless Silk, Baby Buki brush

The new mineral starter kit also makes a great gift for a friend or relative. Trying to select a foundation shade for someone else can be an absolute nightmare – especially if you’re buying a gift and don’t want to ask them about their skin tone. A mineral starter kit is the perfect opportunity to introduce a friend to the world of mineral makeup, by selecting three shades from their tonal category.  

At only £9.99 the kit is the best way to buy samples – as you also get the brush for application worth in the region of £7.99 on its own!

Suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians.

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We’ve been promising it for a few weeks, so we’re delighted to announce that our favourite mineral eyeshadow trio kit Eye Spy with My Gorgeous Eye is back in stock in a beautiful new design.

Eye Spy with My Gorgeous Eye retails at only £14.49, making the ideal gift for yourself or that someone special. It also saves on the combined retail prices of buying the shades separately, plus you get a great box to keep them in.

The trio, available at www.lilylolo.co.uk, is completely customisable, allowing the buyer to select their three shades from the full eyeshadow collection (as available at the time of purchase).

You can tailor the collection to yours or your friends own tastes. Some of our favourites include a smoky eyes collection (holding Witchypoo, Gunmetal and Angelic) and a matte natural browns collection, which is perfect for every day wear (Cream Soda, Soft Brown and Mudpie). Another fabulous chic colour trio includes Vanilla Shimmer, Miami Taupe and Moonlight – which are some of our top selling eyeshadow shades; they look simply stunning side by side.

The new design updates to a lovely deep smoky blue box with contrasting bright pink detailing – it’s certainly eye catching and will look great on any dressing table.

To buy, simply locate the kits and gifts tab on http://www.lilylolo.co.uk/ and click to view the Eye Spy gift box. You will see three drop down options, allowing you to select your shades (or select 3 of one shade if you really want to).

Standard delivery, within the UK is only £1.99 (calculated on weight and based on this box only in the purchase) which is incredibly competitive, and you can always upgrade to Next Day delivery if you’ve left buying a gift a little late.

Enjoy your new shades

LL x

Help with the BUAVs latest petition to stop animal testing:

On 11th March 2009, all animal testing of cosmetics in the EU stopped thanks largely to two decades of campaigning by the European Coalition to End Animal Experiments (ECEAE).

But there is a catch.

A ‘marketing’ ban that would also prevent the sale of new cruelly tested cosmetics in the EU is now in jeopardy.

This marketing ban allows three types of animal tests to be carried out in non-EU countries for cosmetics sold in Europe until March 2013. The reason is to allow non-animal tests (‘alternatives’) to be developed and approved.

Now some in the cosmetics industry want to delay the March 2013 deadline even longer. If they get their way it could mean 10 more years during which thousands of rabbits, guinea pigs, mice and rats could be injected, gassed or force-fed and killed worldwide for cosmetics products sold in the EU.

The ECEAE is fighting to ensure this does not happen. And we need your help. Sign the petition now and say NO to cruel cosmetics in Europe!

Thanks for your support

LL x