This weekend’s Halloween themed X Factor saw some great gothic looks from all the contestants - even the boys! (Yes you Aiden we noticed the gold eyeshadow!)

Our favourite look was from Cher Lloyd. Cher got some great feedback from the judges, with Simon commenting that she gave “the performance of the entire season”.

For a statement look like Cher’s go for Black Magic nail polish, apply Graphite Grey powder eyeshadow to eyelids and finish with Sheer Sparkle Lipstick.

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We’re all guilty of taking more than we need with us on a night out!

Our bags are so often full to the brim with our essentials - keys, purse and mobile phone - but what are the make-up must-haves that you take with you on a night out? Is it just your trusty lippie or are you known for packing your whole make-up up bag?

We want to know which are the three make-up items you HAVE to take with you when you’re hitting the town!

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Hit the comments below to tell us more! x

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Today it’s Victoria Beckham’s Birthday. Love her or hate, her she’s got style!

Tones of A-listers have been seen out-and-about in her designs. To celebrate VB’s birthday we’re showing you how to re-create her ‘sultry’ makeup look:

Step 1 - Sweep bronzing powder along the hollows of your cheeks to contour them.

Step 2 - Apply Models Own Graphite Grey to the top of your eyelids and along the lower lash lines.

Step 3 - Blend a darker shade of grey to the outer edges of your top lids to add depth.

Step 4 - Line the inner rims of your eyes with a Black Kohl Eyeliner and apply mascara.

Step 5 - Finish off the look with a nude-coloured lip gloss.

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Since the recession struck in 2008 most of us have been watching the pennies and spending less – apart from when it comes to make-up, that is!

In the past year the sale of nail varnish in the UK has risen by 11%, which on the surface may not seem like much, but when the cosmetic industry makes £1.2 billion in the UK each year, it’s actually quite a bit.

There are a few reasons why the make-up industry has had such success in a time when others have failed. Firstly, it’s a lot cheaper for us to treat ourselves to a new eye liner or lipstick than it is that new pair of Jimmy Choos or even that Topshop bag.  Secondly, to make us feel better; Selfridges director Anne Pitcher says that wearing a red lipstick or bright nail varnish gives women that feel-good factor as well as a confidence boost.

Not only does make-up give us a boost but it can also instantly change our look. A touch of nail colour or a splash of lipstick can take our look from day to night by dressing up an outfit with a bit of glamour

Why not try our top-selling colours: Top Turquoise, Emerald City, Magenta Divine or Lilac Dream to glam up your look?

And if you’re feeling really extravagant, how about a little Gold?

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