Nordstrom Preps for Springtime Makeup Show

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• NARS 'Pure Radiant' Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30/PA+++ -- $42
  This tinted moisturizer imparts a radiance to the skin, while offering a sheer, natural coverage and high SPF – and it’s a Nordstrom exclusive!
• Yves Saint Laurent 'Rouge Pur Couture - Vernis a Levres' Glossy Stain in #13 -- #32
  This is the hot lip product for the season! Swipe on a high shine, glossy lip stain that wears all day, hydrates the lips, in a bright, splashy shade that’s perfect
• Guerlain 'Noir G' Mascara -- $49
  It’s the first-ever refillable mascara that has its own flip mirror attached. The formula lengthens, defines and volumes the lashes, in a non-flaky finish.
• Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare 'Alpha Beta Glow Pads' Exfoliating Anti-Aging Self-Tanner for Body -- $45
  First, it’s an exfoliating anti-aging self-tanner in a convenient towelette that firms (with Vitamin D), smooths bumpy skin and helps reduce hair gr

Nordstrom on Michigan Avenue is in mad overdrive today prepping to get everything ready for tomorrow's Spring 2012 Cosmetics Trend Show. Industry experts will update you on the latest colors and products for springtime (some of which we're showing you here) and share their secrets for achieving these trends. Tickets are $15 and are redeemable towards your cosmetics purchase of $15 or more on the day of the event. For beauty diehards the show starts at 7AM and runs through 7PM. Brands on hand for extra trend guidance include Chanel, Bobbi Brown, Dior, and NARS as well as Caudalie Founder Bertrand Thomas and Alex Chantecaille of Chantecaille Cosmetics
· Nordstrom [Official Site]