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Summer 2008: CLINIQUE
2008-06-09 09:01:00
Now that summer is practically blazing at our door step, I thought it best that we review some of our favorite makeup companies Summer collections...Clinique 's Air-Kissed Colours is subtle, simple and very summery. With a myriad of browns and pinks for eyes, lips and cheeks, your skin will look moist, luminous and absolutely gorgeous! What I like best about this collection is that the colors are truly wearable... not like other collections where the colors are so au vant guard, you're scared to actually try them on your face (for fear you may, in fact, step away from the mirror resembling a transvestite). Back to basics... and we LOVE it!The concept of the line is this:"Welcome to a world suddenly in flower, a summer look that?s sweeter, softer, brighter. Glossy lips, softly defined eyes. And all the moisture skin needs to thrive in this sun-kissed season. "Here are our favorites:Colour Surge Eye Shadow Trio - Three coordinating shades for a wardrobe of possibilities ? each can ...
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Splendicity SUNDAY Reads...
2008-06-08 21:32:00
From the Splendicity Community, comes this week's best in Beauty, Fashion and Shopping. Check out the very splendid best!BEAUTYTeri from Aging Fabulous has been testing the Lancome Absolue Premium bx Cloth Masks and the results are in.Viva Woman takes a look at sunscreen ingredient Helioplex from Neutrogena and compares its Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch with La Roche-Posay Anthelios containing Mexoryl.Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog shows you how to get a silver and pink eye look with eyeshadows from MAC Cosmetics.Beauty and Fashion Tech tries the Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Foundation, Concealer, and Powder and loves them!Beauty Secrets Revealed is Giving Away Bramble Berry's DIY Eyeshadow Kit Worth $45A Touch of Blusher's guest reviewer reports on the new Thierry Mugler makeup line. Youthful skin is IN! Beauty Banter dishes on Jurlique's new anti-aging collection! After all, who doesn't want to look younger?!Raging Rouge gets lipstick tips and tricks from the Lipstick Queen herse...
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Weekend Beauty Reads...
2008-06-07 22:16:00
Lilan from The Daily Cookie gets the low-down on Nordstrom Beauty Director Joelle Russo's Dior must-haves for your makeup bag.Raging Rouge is totally stumped about what to buy Dad, until she stumbles upon these perfect Father's Day Gifts.A Touch of Blusher's guest reviewer reports on the new Thierry Mugler makeup line.The Beauty of Life bares it all with Bobbi Brown's new Yogi Bare Lip Balm!Beauty Anonymous invites you to Peach-a-Boo! from OPI.Looking for a cool beauty gadget? Bionic Beauty absolutely loves her PedEgg for summer pedicure preparation!Intergallactic glamour! Roselyn fromMakeup Makes Me Happy? does an amazing tutorial andrevamps the smokey eyewith the Solar Bits from the latest M.A.C. Solar Field Collection!Beauty Banter spent the day on location for a new NBC TV show... and she raided the hair and makeup trailer! Find out all the beauty tips from her day spent on-set (these are too good to miss)!It's All About the Men this month!! Beyond Beauty Basics tells you ...
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June's Beauty Ideal Web-Mag
2008-06-06 01:48:00
You must check out this month's The Beauty Ideal Webazine (that's web and magazine combined... did I just create my own word?! I think I did!)!It's got great Summer products, tips, and reviews!Click HERE to have a read!

July's LUCKY Cover Girl IS....
2008-06-06 01:12:00
Zooey Deschanel!(click image to enlarge)She's got that whole fresh, youthful, and flirty look going on.Here's what they used for makeup (ALL Shiseido products):Shiseido The Makeup Extra Length Mascara in Black - $22,Shiseido The Makeup Shimmering Lipstick in SL16 - $23,Shiseido The Makeup Eyeshadow Duo in Violet Glitz - $28,Shiseido The Makeup Dual Balancing Foundation in SPF17 Natural Fair Ivory - $36Shiseido The Makeup Accentuating Color Stick in S5 Rosy Flush - $32.AND... Register to win Zooey?s cover look! Lucky Magazine is giving away her gorgeous outfit and makeup worth more than $1,000! Click HERE to enter. The first 50 readers to register will receive a FREE Shiseido the Makeup Accentuating Color Stick in S5 Rosy Flush.How are you feeling about Zooey's cover look... Like it or leave it? Vote below!
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I've Got LEGS...
2008-06-05 21:22:00
... And I know how to use them!!!Prickly stubbles are tres tres unattractive! Shaving is not only a necessity, but an obligation (especially for anyone touching your legs).It's probably just about your least favorite beauty-related "activity" - insert CRINGE here - (well, that and bikini waxes... just because they kill so damn much!).So, whenever I find a product that makes shaving time a tad more "fun time," I feel that it is my duty to share it with my fellow female shavers!The newest razor from Gillette is called the Venus Embrace (probably cause it embraces every curve and crevice of your legs) and it gives one smooth shave!A word (or several...) from the company:"5 blades surrounded by a Protective Ribbon of Moisture that effortlessly smoothes the glide. As you shave, each blade individually adjusts to hug your curves."Say goodbye to cuts and nicks, Venus Embrace is fast, easy, and pain-free. It'll leave your legs feeling soft, silky and sexy...After all, bikini season is j...
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Summer NAILS
2008-06-04 09:01:00
Bright colors are all the rave for Summer . And I've got just the kit to transform your winter red nails into bold Summer fun...Nubar's Summer Lacquer Collection combines 7 sizzling hot colors into one kit: Hot Red, Hot Pink, Hot Yellow, Hot Orange, Hot Lime Green, Hot Blue, and Hot Fushchia.What better time to experiment with color? Tanned skin looks FABULOUS paired with neon nails and toes. Even if you're a skeptic, and neon isn't really your thing (or blue and green are too "rave" for you), you must try the Hot Fushchia polish... it's a vibrant and bold mix of purple and pink... total HOTness (and a Beauty Banter instant fave... we're wearing it right now!).All of the polishes are Formaldehyde FREE, Toluene FREE , DBP Phthalate FREE, and Carcinogenic FREE. I have absolutely no idea what any of that means, but apparently it's better for your nails (and I'm assuming the environment as well!).The KIT retails for: $48.95 but is ON SALE for $39.95 by clicking HERE.
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WEEKLY MUST-HAVE!
2008-06-03 09:01:00
I am an avid user of hand creams... I always have a tube in my purse, my car, my bedside table, my desk... everywhere. I loathe the feeling of dry, cracked hands.... YUCK... like nails down a chalkboard.My most recent find is absolutely fantastic: L'annine European Hand and Body Cream. It's rich and soothing without being greasy. The cream comes in 3 scents, mango, lemon, and avocado... the latter being my favorite. The avocado oil aids in hydrating chapped skin and the smell is SO fresh and clean, it's literally a treat for your senses (not overwhelming)! The handy tube fits anywhere and it's great for sensitive skin types as well!A word (or several...) from the company:"This non-greasy moisturizer is formulated to heal and protect dry, chapped skin. It is gentle enough for even the most sensitive of skin types, yet tough enough to be recommended for a diabetic's foot care plan. Allantoin soothes and heals as it promotes cellular renewal while Glycerin provides all-day, ...
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On-Set Beauty Tips!
2008-06-02 09:01:00
On Friday, I shot a little scene for my friend's pilot, "Grean Teem" (yes, it's meant to be misspelled).I played one of two girls who spends the night in a "green" bus (I'll leave the rest of the plot to your wild imaginations...).Acting is always incredibly exciting and fulfilling, but there's tons of downtime before and during shooting. I, of course, tend to find refuge in the hair and makeup trailer. With all of those amazing products, what beauty whore wouldn't love herself some cosmetic therapy?!The hair and makeup artist working on this shoot was the lovely and talented, Cheryl Calo. She gave me big, flowing, "bed head" curls and smokey eyes (we were going for a sexy, "just-rolled-out-of-bed" look).Cheryl Calo and Sarah HowardHere are some of my favorite products that were used:Mac Strobe Cream ($29.50) on the corners of the eyes - Calo says the cream, "makes the eyes pop like a filter." Eyes become brighter and more youthful (I immediately noticed a difference).Presc...
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Weekend Beauty Reads...
2008-06-01 20:47:00
The faux tan has never been easier - The Daily Cookie finds a fool-proof self-tanner she loves!Bionic Beauty found freebies just for you! Including Aveda skincare, Gillette body wash, and TiGi haircare.A Touch of Blusher presents Lilting Lilac Part 2.Beauty Anonymous is loving the Foot Relief Cream and Body Exfoliator from Belli!Christine, from Beauty in Real Life, let's you in on the brilliance that is Max Factor's Colorgenius Pressed Powder...it's amazing.The Muse gives you the lowdown on Stila Kitten Silk Eyeshadow Wash and Stila Kitten Silk Shimmer Gloss!Raging Rouge discovers an easy way to shiny hair, and it's chemical-free!makeup loves me gives you the secrets behind sjp's look in this weekend's most anticipated release, sex & the city: the movie.Beauty Blogging Junkie gives you the scoop on Denise Richard's fave makeup items she's been rocking on her new show, It's Complicated.StyleBell shows how you can get fantastic super sexy summer hair . Get ready for t...
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Saturday HOTNESS
2008-05-31 20:53:00
July cover of Vanity Fair Magazine...Angelina Jolie... pregnancy really does suit her! Angie gives the BEST face... sexy infused with old Hollywood glam... absolutely STUNNING!<a href="http://polls.blogflux.com/poll-2644 9.html">Take the poll</a>&am p;amp;amp;lt;br /><br /><a href="http://polls.blogflux.com/"&amp ;amp;gt;Free Poll by Blog Flux</a>
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Jurlique does Anti-Aging
2008-05-30 09:01:00
I may be biased (considering that I am OBSESSED with every Jurlique product) but I am SO excited about Jurlique's new line, Biodynamic Beauty. They just did a really amazing webinar yesterday afternoon where they explained all about this incredible anti-aging collection (it is their first ever anti-aging line).Here are the deets (how Gossip Girl of me, right?!):Beneficial results comparable to hi-tech, artificial anti-aging products ? but with all natural formulations.Collection includes a Biodynamic Beauty Serum, Eye Cream, Night Lotion and Refining Treatment.Products are formulated with blends of biodynamic and organic herbs and flowers combined with potent, naturally derived ingredients to soften the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and discolorations while helping to renew and strengthen skin. Biodynamic Beauty creates a smooth, fresh, luminous complexion without aggravating, or altering the natural balance found within your skin cells.Products do NOT contain any harmful t...
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WEEKLY MUST-HAVE!
2008-05-29 09:01:00
We love a product that does double duty... like Smashbox's Doubletake Lip Color - color on one side, lip pencil on the other. It's like two products for the price of one (and who doesn't love a good deal?!).Our new find is no exception. Tarte's Enbrightenment is a genius new lippy from the Health Couture, Summer 2008 line. On one side it's a lip gloss, on the other, a tooth whitener... that's right... Brite Smile's teeth whitening formula is actually housed on the other side of the lip gloss... how amazing is that?!The Enbrightenment lippies comes in two shades: Radiant Red and Pearly Pink. We love the pearly pink... it's a healthy dose of pink with the perfect pinch of shine!A word (or several...) from the company:"BriteSmile® and tarte cosmetics have teamed up to give you something to grin about: a healthy smile. With just a few clicks of this double-ended whitening & brightening wand you?re sure to reach new levels of kiss bliss. The tarte t5 super fruit lip glos...
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Summer Face 2008
2008-05-27 09:01:00
We all know how AWFUL the sun is for our faces, so make a vow to yourself... THIS SUMMER, I WILL NOT ALLOW THE SUN TO PENETRATE THROUGH MY FRAGILE FACE. I will take precautions when tanning (use SPF that protects against UVA AND UVB rays), and I will treat my skin with the love and care that it deserves...So, please, I BEG YOU, use an alternative... bronzer, mystic tan (although I despise the orange hue), buildable color moisturizer, or tinted moisturizer.Here are a few of our favorites:Benefit's You Rebel gives good summer face. It's a tinted moisturizer with SPF 15 and it adds just the right amount of gold (without looking super fake) to your skin. **TIP** Try mixing it with a touch of foundation for an even, flawless, bronzed complexion with added coverage!Chanel's Soleil Lame Tinted Bronzing Gel is lightweight and basic. It's a gel (which I love... doesn't cake) that glides onto the skin to produce an even tan sans the sun. The color is natural and the gel absorbs with...
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SPLENDID Sunday Reads....
2008-05-26 03:17:00
SHOPPINGCelebLOOK is in love with Gwyneth Paltrow's shoes and finds a similar pair for us all.Style It Less copied Gwyneth Paltrow's Yummy Mommy look for less than $105The Well-Heeled Society is collaborating with Victoria's Secret to host a pink-infused, Sex and the City Shoe Drive to benefit Dress For SuccessWardrobe Oxygen offers some suggestions on how to add feminine and romantic elements to a classic wardrobe.eye4style can't wait for the new Sex and the City flick! These gorgeous images of Carrie and Big from Vogue tide her over...STYLEnosh wonders why it's sooo hard to find cute navy shoes.BEAUTYAging Fabulous discovers Redpoint Beauty and shares her most wanted products from the line.A Touch of Blusher gets the "false-eyelash treatment" from YSL.eBeautyDaily is checking out Redpoint Advanced Color Cosmetics.Beauty Banter reviews the skincare line that Halle Berry, Naomi Watts, Jennifer Garner, Kristin Davis, and Amanda Bynes use on their A-list faces!makeup loves me wan...
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Weekend Beauty Reads...
2008-05-26 03:16:00
Raging Rouge gets tips and tricks for Spring makeup application from stylist Jenny Smith of NARS Cosmetics.Need a new hair brush? Cybelesays is loving the new paddle one from Metropolis.Makeup Moxie reviews Tarte 4 Day Stay Lash Stain mascara.The Daily Cookie gives you a step-by-step tutorial on how to get Madonna's Hard Candy album cover look with the help of Shu Uemura makeup artist Nicky Posley.A Touch of Blusher gets the "false-eyelash treatment" from YSL.Beauty Anonymous is very tempted by the Hair Spray from Anna Sui!Kitiya from Mischo Beauty discusses hair texture in her ?Mischo Beauty School: Hair Texture 101? post! Want to win a whopping $824 in products? Then head to The Beauty of Life immediately for a supremely fantastic giveaway!Joy from Makeup Junkie shares Prom beauty trends and tips!The Muse checks up on jolly old England and brings you the latest news of Eyeko's Summer Collection 2008!Beauty Banter tells YOU how to achieve your best brows... 7 easy tips!Beauty...
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The Skinny on a Good Brow...
2008-05-22 22:57:00
Self-proclaimed, "Queen of Eyebrows," NYC's Boom Boom Beauty Bar offers some excellent brow tips...Here are our faves:1 A perfectly done brow is an instant eyelift -- no Botox necessary.2 There is NO such thing as natural beauty! Brows need as much attention as any other part of your beauty regimen. INVEST!!3 Hollywood legends are legendary for a reason, think Liz Taylor, Brooke Shield's and J'Lo's brows...find a brow that works for you and copy it. Just steer clear of "The Unibrow!"4 Everyone has a tendency to get carried away when tweezing. Boom Boom doesn't believe in a thin brow or a thin woman!5 Your brows are sisters, not twins! They will never be identical, they should be proportionate, not exactly the same.6 Your eyebrow's frame your face. If your brows are too far apart, it will create the illusion that your nose looks wider - yikes!7 Brow pencil usually looks fake. Use brow powder to fill in the brow only w...
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FiFi 2008
2008-05-21 20:04:00
The FiFi Awards (Fragrance Foundation) were held on Tuesday night in New York City. Vera Wang received the Hall of Fame Award.Says the FiFi President, Rochelle Bloom, ?Vera Wang is, and continues to be, a tremendous influence in the fragrance industry. Vera's contributions include the highly successful Vera Wang, Sheer Veil, Bouquet, and Truly Pink fragrances as well as the most recent introduction of Vera Wang Princess and Flower Princess. Throughout her career, Vera has been recognized for her significant achievements in fashion and on behalf of the entire fragrance industry, we are honored to present her with the prestigious Hall of Fame award.?Congrats to Vera!Some of the other nominees included:Bath & Body Line of the YearAromatherapy Sleep Collection ? Bath & Body WorksL?eau D?Issey Pour Homme ? Beauté Prestige InternationalMangosteen Bath Collection ? Fresh***Origins Organics ? Origins Natural Resources*** WINNERPrada Infusion d?Iris ? Puig Beauty & Fashion Gro...
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A-List Skincare
2008-05-20 19:32:00
There's only one thing better then the Kinara Spa skincare line... the actual spa! Until we get the real deal, we'll settle for this...Kinara first opened on Robertson Boulevard in 2003. It has since been a celebrity-flocked frenzy seeing the likes of such A-listers as Halle Berry, Naomi Watts, Jennifer Garner, Kristin Davis, and Amanda Bynes. The spa is said to be an oasis of relaxation and rejuvenation... the skincare line is pretty incredible too.I recently tried the Kinara oily skin line: Purifying Cleansing Gel with green apple, Balancing Tonic with salicylic acid, Lemon Eycalyptus Hydrator, and Lactic Acid Hydrating Serum. The products are gentle and fresh, all working in conjunction to unclog and refine pores, reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles, hydrate and soothe the skin.My absolute favorite product is the Lactic Acid Hydrating Serum. Says the company, "This light, penetrating serum is an age-fighting powerhouse blend of purifying and anti-aging ingredients...
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WEEKLY MUST-HAVE!
2008-05-19 23:40:00
I'm a huge fan of products that offer the same/ similar results as having a service rendered, yet you can use the product from your own house (much easier then driving to an office) AND it's usually way cheaper!For example, a really great skin lightener as oppose to laser treatment, an amazing "wrinkle eraser" instead of botox, an awesome lip plumper instead of that painful restylane.  A teeth whitening product as oppose to the dentist office (who doesn't loathe the dentist, right?)...  Okay, you get the point.A couple of weeks ago, a friend of mine was raving about Listerine's Whitening Pre-Brush Rinse. She couldn't believe how much whiter her teeth had been looking... and the compliments she was receiving, well, let's just say that a compliment is solid insurance that she'll be buying the rinse again.Of course, I just had to try the rinse for myself... and let me tell you, I see major results!  My pearly whites are way whiter and my mouth is bursting with freshness!  I've ...
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Weekend Beauty Reads...
2008-05-18 19:23:00
Christine at 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic shares her tip for fast and easy pefect manicures and pedicures!Beauty Anonymous shares her first impressions of Chanel Summer 2008 Makeup Collection!Makeup Moxie reviews Hourglass Superficial Lash mascara.Cybelesays finds their next addition to the Hall of Fame! A straightening iron that gets strands stick straight.StyleBell reviews one of the best flat irons on the market the GHD. Move over CHI!A Touch of Blusher can't decide which new eye palette to get...Savvy Skin picks her favorite drugstore sunscreen - Blue Lizard sunscreen.Beauty and Personal Grooming writes about Aspirin face masks.Beauty Blogging Junkie scores an exclusive interview with Daisy Fuentes about her new perfume, Dianoche Ocean.Face Candy dishes on the brand new Vincent Longo Collection- Shimmer, Glimmer & Shine.The Makeup Divas reviews Sue Devitt's Eye Intensifier Pencil in Zaire.The Muse reviews Majorca Majolica's HOT Summer Collection from Japan and shares a...
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More Sex in a NEW City
2008-05-17 00:42:00
We're definitely feeling SJP's look here at the Berlin premiere of Sex and the City Movie from May 15, 2008.The side bun is fun and flirty (thank God she got rid of the flower pot atop her head... and as we keep mentioning, buns are ALL the rave for spring!) and her makeup is fresh and youthful (we're loving the nude gloss). And on a little fashion tip, this dress is 100 percent better then that lime green disaster she wore in London.All in all, SJP scores an 8 out of 10!What do YOU think?

WHO GIVES BEST SEXY FACE?!?
2008-05-16 09:01:00
If you're a woman (or a gay man) living in America, you're probably counting down the days until the highly anticipated Sex and the City Movie (14 days to go!) premieres....And if you're like me, one of the main reason you're so stoaked to see the movie is because you just can't wait to have a look at all the fabulous fashion and beauty trends!So, as a little fashion and beauty preview, Beauty Banter wants to know... who do YOU think gave best face at the London premiere of Sex and the City: The Movie!Sarah Jessica Parker (what the f*^# is that thing on her head?!? A flower pot?!)Cynthia Nixon (love the side boob action... who knew lesbians had such sexy style?!)Kim Cattrall (ehhh... the hair do makes her look 50... which she probably is, but still, don't you always wanna look younger?!)Kristen Davis (very Charlotte-esque - simple, a wee boring, and very safe).We vote for Cynthia Nixon! How about you?<a href="http://polls.blogflux.com/poll-2...
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Another Take on the Spring Hair Trend
2008-05-15 21:17:00
As I mentioned in the Shiri Appleby post, the "bun/ braid" look is perfect for Spring ... easy, care-free, and super sexy.Beauty Banter contributing editor, Di Gaeta, shows us her take on the new do! Di says the style took her all of 5 minutes... her hair is in that "growing out" phase and she wants it out of her face as it continues to grow. So she pulled the back to the nape of her neck, pinned with bobby pins, then took her bangs and braided them to the side - not a french braid - just a regular old-fashioned braid.Di says the trick is not letting the hair look too "done-up." Wispy's and fly-away pieces make the style that much more beachy and summer-chic! Di also added a head band for a more sophisticated, night-time effect.She used Wen by Chaz Dean as a styling cream on dry hair. Says Di, "I rubbed a dollop on my hands and worked it into my bangs. It has a similar effect as a pomaide - giving my hair texture so that the braid holds."How cute is this do?!Do you have your own...
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Thymes' Red Cherry Body Care
2008-05-14 21:48:00
The new Thymes collection is amazing! Red Cherry is all the rave for Summer - fresh, fruity, ripe, and full of sweetness! When I open up my scrub and take a whiff of the wonderful pomegranate, red cherry, passion fruit, and jasmine, I can't help but think of sun-soaked days and summer nights!The collection includes Exfoliating Body Scrub ($27), AHA Body Lotion ($28), Liquid Foaming Bath ($23), and Body Wash ($19). I've only tried the scrub and lotion.The Scrub is incredible... the sugar crystals exfoliate without being too harsh (the consistency is like a battered sugar cookie mix), leaving skin smooth and silky. This is a great everyday scrub as it is gentle and calming.The Lotion is good too, although the smell is very overwhelming, but I like that it includes AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) which further helps to get rid of dead skin cells while also moisturizing the skin. It also contains shea butter, vitamin E, and passion fruit extracts (known to calm the skin).WARNING: This i...
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The Ongoing Fight to Erradicate Blackheads...
2008-05-13 09:01:00
Conquering acne can literally seem like fighting a long, hopeless war... Sometimes you win a battle, most times you lose. That's why we need to come armed with the best and most reliable products on the market!My current mission: A face mask strong enough to destroy and detonate blackheads....My find: DDF's Sulfur Therapeutic Mask. This mask is a necessary addition to your weekly skin routine, especially if you suffer from oily skin and congested pores.Sulfur is an amazing ingredient for problem skin. Back in the day - like wayyyy back - Grecians used sulfur to treat rosacea, dermatitis, and dandruff. Nowadays, sulfur is added to products because it contains anti-microbial, anti-fungal and antiseptic properties that are great for treating acne and unclogging those viciously clogged pores.DDF's mask also contains aloe vera, which soothes the skin (great for sensitive, oily types), and purified clay to dry the oil glands. The mask hardens in about 10 minutes and once I rinsed...
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Weekend Beauty Duty
2008-05-11 10:39:00
Here are the top beauty reads from around the beauty blogging community!Product Girl is giving away 4 goodie bags from the upcoming Sex and the City movie! Check out Product Girl for more information.StyleBell shows you how to make some serious waves with your flat iron.Beauty Anonymous reveals the jelly pinkness of the Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Spring 2008 Salon Collection !Raging Rouge announces the MAX Factor May Makeover giveaway. Over $750 of MAX Factor products will be divided up between TEN winners on May 17th. Good luck!SugarShock Beauty has a newfound love for foundation: the makeup artist- and Madge-approved Face Atelier Ultra Foundation.The Muse whispers in your ear about Benefit's Newest Cheek Stain for Summer! Pssttttt! Enjoy the first ever images, product photos, and swatches from a link available at Musings!This mascara ended A Touch of Blusher's mascara search...Beauty411 reviews Soaptopia, a bath line that promised to be "100% junk free"! Check it out!B...
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SPLENDID Saturday Reads....
2008-05-10 21:37:00
SHOPPING Style Tots has Suri Cruise's Ladybug shoes that Oprah liked so much. Style It Less gives you 10 Cameron Diaz's red pumps for less Let's Go Shopping finds some Great Deals at Ferro Cosmetics My Wardrobe Today reviewsvarious popular foundation and face products. eye4style loves Balenciaga bags AND the trend of invite-only, online sample sales, so she offers up an exclusive invite to Rue La La for readers. Teen Style Lounge shares a must-have workout DVD for a summer slim bod. BEAUTY This mascara ended A Touch of Blusher's mascara search... Raging Rouge announces the MAX Factor May Makeover Giveaway. Over $750 of MAX Factor products will be divided among TEN winners! Beauty Banterdishes on the most important moisturizer for oily/ acne prone complexions... and it's less then 10 dollars! get to know marina from makeup loves me a little bit better, as she shares all her beauty secrets with you! 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic gives you the products that Billy B uses on...
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Mother's Day Gift Ideas
2008-05-09 09:14:00
Sunday is the day that we celebrate our mothers. Well, every day we should be celebrating the brace and amazing women that brought us onto this earth, but Sunday is the official day.So, what token of appreciation have you purchased for your mommy dearest?!?Here's some beauty products that make purrrfect gifts:How about mom's favorite skin care products? La Prairie, La Mer, Clinique... these are gifts that she'll actually use! Just sneak into her bathroom and raid the beauty cabinets! And if you still can't figure it out, all mom's love a heavy duty facial moisturizer. Pick up Skyn's Stress Defense Cream with Biospheric Complex. It reduces fine lines and wrinkles while relaxing tension lines and brow furrows. Antioxidants and ferulic acid help protect skin against pollution, ozone, and light damage. Mom's skin will thank-you! Retails for $100.00A good perfume is always a safe choice. Try any of the alluring scents from Miller Harris, London perfumers. They have floral, cit...
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Prescriptives: Summer 2008
2008-05-08 20:39:00
All over bronze shimmer. Earth tones infused with bright blues and deep purples. Sun-kissed cheeks. Ripe lips.Hotness. Sizzling hot.Prescriptives Summer 2008 Collection, Urban Heat, is sexy, playful, sun-soaked and bold. it's everything we'd want... and then a some extra shimmer added in for good measure!Here's the line:Colorscope Lip Gloss **NEW**"Glides onto lips for extraordinary shine and a sheer finish. The ultra-smooth, lightweight texture leaves lips feeling soft, moist and smooth."Trendy (Y/O)Sporty (Y/O)Gutsy (R/O)Feisty (R/O)Giggly (R)Sassy (R)Stylish (B/R)Edgy (B/R)Kohl Eye Pencil **LIMITED EDITION**A super-soft eye liner with great color pay-off defines, lines, colors and contours the eyes. It allows just enough playtime to achieve a smoky, smudgy look or a dramatically defined one.Blue GrottoPurple RainColorscope Eye Color This longwearing, silky formula blends evenly for a subtly contoured look and a stunning, jewel-like effects.NEW Plum Noir (B/R)NEW Aegean (Y/O...