Beauty Trend: The Faux Bob

March 15th, 2010

The Faux Bob is a Hot Hair Trend for Spring!Want fabulous hair for Spring?

Well if you are daring (or even just a bit creative) the faux bob may be the look for you!  This funky, hip yet retro beauty trend can be achieved by actually having a stylist cut your hair (real bob) or just some great pinning technique with hair pins.  Whatever you decide, the faux bob is a refreshingly new yet captivatingly nostalgic beauty trend that will reinvent any woman!

  • Create Volume & Texture.  To start, hair needs to be wet and about shoulder length or longer.  You want the faux bob to have enough length so the waves will be evident in the next step.  Take a non-flake formula mousse and work it into the hair at the scalp and then add volumizing cream or spray to the rest of the shaft and the ends of the hair.  You are creating the sturdy base for your faux bob.

 

  • Diffuse Dry.  With a hair dryer, diffuse-dry your hair to bring the waves out.  If you have naturally wavy or curly hair, you don’t have to do anything else for texture.  However, if you have naturally straight hair, you need to add texture paste to your locks so waves can be evident in your faux bob. 

 

  • Secure Your Style.  Lastly, the additional length of your hair needs to be secured to get the faux bob.  Twist hair into a rope, loop under at the nape of neck and secure with a few bobby pins.  Gently muss hair framing the face to get a finished faux bob.

 

Tada!  Congratulations on your new fabulous faux bob! 

You are now up-to-the minute with your hair style.  The faux bob has been taking over all of the Spring runways.

 

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Beauty Horoscope

March 12th, 2010
aquarius

 You’ve been getting tons of compliments on your fresh outlook this month – and on your fresh, radiant skin too. Keep the praise coming with DDF Advanced Moisture Defense UV Cream SPF 15, $105.00. Its hydrating formula helps reverse the appearance of aging; instantly firming and tightening skin for a brighter, more youthful complexion.

 

pisces

Never one to shy away from new experiences, you’ve been wondering about the latest and greatest beauty technology. Take a peek at Tanda Regenerate Anti-Aging Light Therapy Starter Kit, $275.00: a hand-held device that delivers near-clinical light therapy skin care treatments, to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

 

  aries

Determined to get your life in order? You’ve already started honing your organizational skills, making sure everything is in its place. Keep your favorite lipstick in place too with Elizabeth Arden Lip-Fix Cream, $20.00. This moisturizing treatment will keep lips smooth while minimizing bleeding and feathering.

 

taurus

Lately you’ve been doing a lot of obsessing about your appearance. Get an instant confidence boost with Peter Thomas Roth Brows To Die For, $85.00. This conditioning brow treatment can help enhance brow growth for a natural, fuller brow – drawing more attention to your gorgeous eyes!

 

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gemini

Determined to step out of your routine and go a little wild this month? Go for it! Try something a little daring – just make sure your hair doesn’t go wild too by keeping it in control with ALTERNA CAVIAR Anti-Aging Extra Hold Hair Spray, $26.00. Its lightweight formula holds styles firmly in place.

 

cancer

Even though the weather is still chilly, you’ve been spending a lot of time outdoors. Make sure you’re treating your skin right by repairing it with a treatment like Bliss Peeling Groovy Facial Serum, $65.00. The exfoliating formula can reverse sun damage and refine your skin’s texture.

 

leo
Taking some time off for a much-needed vacation? Good for you! Relaxation is just what you need. Pack Origins Age Preventors ($57.50 Value!), $35.00 in your bag to keep your skin looking younger, longer with antioxidants. This specialized age-fighting skincare set contains 3 travel-sized must-haves.

 

virgo
Long-term plans mean big changes to your budget this month. Get the most out of your clothing with by using Hemming My Way Snap Hem, $19.99to change the hem on your jeans so they can be worn with flats or heels! One pair of jeans can be capris or full-length with this innovative product.

 

libra

You’ve definitely been feeling a little rushed lately. Take some time to enjoy simple pleasures. Stopping to smell the roses might seem cliché, but put a spin on it with Melvita Rose Floral Water, $19.00. This natural distillation is a refreshing treat for your skin – just dab on a cotton ball and apply!

 

scorpio

Never one to conform, you’ve noticed that your habit of taking things apart to make something that works for you has reached all new levels. Carry that theory over to your beauty products with Z palette Customizable Makeup Palette, $20.00. This convenient compact is designed to fit all shapes and sizes of eye shadow and blush pans.

 

sagittarius
Exciting new changes this month mean a celebration is in order! Grab your best girlfriends and head out for a night on the town. Get dolled up with the Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil, Zero, $17.00. Its velvety formula stays soft & creamy for blending, then dries for a long-lasting finish with maximum impact.

 

capricorn
Your confidence is really shining this month, and the results are more than a few admirers. Let your inner flirt out with Smashbox Heartbreaker Eau de Parfum, $22.00! This alluring blend of sensuous forget-me-not florals and spices will leave them intrigued – and wanting more.

 

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Beauty Review: Clinique High Definition Lashes Brush Then Comb Mascara

March 11th, 2010

Clinique High Definition Lashes Brush Then Comb Mascara is HOT!!Ok, I LOVE mascara!

I mean really, it is one of the most understated but dramatic and impactful cosmetics that you can use to beautify your face.  As a person who has naturally long eyelashes, I am always game to try something that will give me that extra edge and draw attention to my brown eyes.  Last week, while spending way to much money in one of my favorite department stores (VISA loves me:) I went to the Clinique counter and was persuaded to buy the Clinique High Definition Lashes Brush Then Comb Mascara, $14.  So before I give my final opinion…

Here is a little about the mascara:

Now brush, comb. Create. Brush-side coats with dramatic colour.

Comb-side separates to perfection. Transforms each and every lash with extreme length and definition.

Ophthalmologist tested.

  •  Benefits: Defining 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             -Courtesy of Clinique.com

Final Thoughts:

If you are a person who has a substantial amount of lashes naturally, and are really looking for something to define, separate and elongate your lashes, this product is for you.  The dual-sided applicator, one side a brush and the other side a comb, lifts and separates like nothing else I have ever tried.  Please note however that you will need to practice application with this product a few times before you get the desired effect that you want.  I would personally recommend it to any gals out there looking for the all-in-one.

So, have you tried Clinique High Definition Lashes Brush Then Comb Mascara, $14?  If so, I would love to know your opinion on this product!

 

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Beauty Trends: Alice In Wonderland Chic

March 4th, 2010

Alice In Wonderland chic is a HOT beauty trend for the moment!Love Alice In Wonderland?

With the anticipation of Alice In Wonderland soon to be released, and Alice In Wonderland fever has spread everywhere.  From makeup to fashion, you can’t deny that this is a hot trend, so read on to discover how you can get  the dark romance of Alice In Wonderland chic just in time for the movie release and early Spring!

  • Ravishing Reds. “Off with their heads!”  Ok, maybe not, but you will definitely knock a few people off of their feet when you start rocking reds in your Alice in Wonderland chic trends.  From lips to nails to cheeks, vivid reds are a definite plus that shows the dark romance of this beauty trend. 

 

  • Glittering Dream. Since the entire story of Alice In Wonderland is like a dream, glittery and ethereal shades are perfect for this beauty trend.  Sharp metallic glitter eyeshadows and nail polishes best showcase the dreamy feeling of Alice In Wonderland chic. 

 

Still want to know what beauty trend to embrace at the moment?  Then try the darkly romantic fun of Alice & Wonderland chic! 

 

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Beauty Trend: Candy-Colored Eyes

March 4th, 2010

Candy-colored eyes are a sure winner for Spring!One of the latest looks in makeup trends for Spring is a colorful palette used on the face.  A flawless yet dewy foundation is paired with every color under the rainbow to give you plum cheeks, playful lips and candy colored eyes.  Don’t be afraid to use color this season, and with a little practice you can rock candy-colored eyes with shadows of all colors in no time!

  • Entire Lid. For starters, you want to sweep your entire eyelid (upper lash line to brow bone) with a mid-tone color.  The secret to flawless candy-colored eyes is to have a mid range shade that perfectly blends the edges of the darker base on and below the crease to the accent highlight color on the brown bone.  A funky orange or quirky copper is a great choice for this mid-tone color for your candy-colored eyes!

 

  • The Crease & Below. Go for impact with a deep rich shade.  This is your base color and it will be applied on your eyelid along the lash line to the crease.  It will probably also extend over to the outer edges of your eye.  Great choices for this base color are shades of dark pink, royal blue, and violet purple.  This is the second step in achieving candy-colored eyes.

 

  • Along the Brow Bone. This shade (or two shades) will be your highlight and is only to be applied to your brow bone.  Use a metallic gold, shimmery yellow, or sparkling green here.  If you want to use two shades for your brow bone, layer two very similar metallic or shimmery shades one almost on top of the other along the brow bone.  Your candy-colored eyes will pop when someone sees you!

 

Candy-colored eyes are very easy to achieve with a little practice and patience.  But perfect this look and people will not be able to turn away from you!

 

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Beauty Trend: Bright Colors

March 3rd, 2010

Bright Colors in Eyeshadow, Flashy Colored Eyeliner & Bold Lip Glosses...Oh My!Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you should be dull!

Bright colors in eyeshadow, flashy colored eyeliner, and bold lip glosses are the hottest in beauty trends right now.  Bright colors are the new “it” trend in your cosmetics and should be worn on the features or parts of your face that you wish to draw attention to.  Read on to learn more!

  • Bright Color Eyesahdows. It all starts with the eyes!  You want to accent one of your most beautiful features with bright colors in eyeshadows.  Weather you have baby blues or creamy browns, add a pop of color to your eyes by wearing shades of pink, blue, purple and yellow!  If this is something you are a little weary of, start with deeper shades of a certain color (like dark pink) on the entire lid and only accent the brow bone with hot pink.  So have no fear and wear bright colors in eyeshadow to draw attention to your eyes today!
  • Flashy Colored Eyeliner. As a color compliment to you wearing bright colors in eyeshadow, you need to have flashy colored eyeliner!  You will want to go more metallic or bright for flashy colored eyeliner.  All colors are great, just stay away from pinks and reds as they will make you look like you have pink eye!  A metallic gold or flashy blue will really pop against a similarly (or contrastingly) shaded bright color eyeshadow.
  • Bold Lip Glosses. If you have well shaped lips, whether full or more petite, you probably want to draw attention to this particular facial feature.  Unlike bright colors in eyeshadow or flashy colored eyeliner, you want to really take what compliments your complexion best into account before choosing bold lip glosses.  Rouges, corals, and plums look great on lighter to medium tanned skin. Browns, coppers and deeper reds look great on deeper complexions. Pinks and Peaches look great on fair complexions.  So whatever you choose, be fearless in perfecting your pout with bold lip glosses.

I hope you will be as wild as me when it comes to your makeup!  Let me know some of your fav makeup trends for this winter.

 

 

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Beauty Trend: Hot Pink Lips

February 25th, 2010

Hot Pink Lips are the Best Thing In Beauty for Spring 2010! Want your lips to be ravishing this season?  Want them to look hot every time you step out?  Then try the new Spring beauty trend is hot pink lips.  This season, hot pink lips are the new thing and they look good on every woman!  Check out my favorite shades of hot pink for your pucker this season.

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. 
Stila Yumberry Crush Lip & Cheek Stain Yumberry Crush, $24

 
What it is:
A multi-tasking, crave-worthy pink shade for lips and cheeks.

What it does:
Apply this personalized, sheer, mid-tone pink hue for a naturally beautiful, healthy flush. Rich in vitamins and potent antioxidants, this superfruit hue is irresistible. Yumberry fruits boast the highest amount of the most potent antioxidants (OPCs, Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins) and are known to be 50 times stronger than vitamin E and 20 times stronger than vitamin C. Yumberry may help slow the degeneration of collagen, thus supporting the natural structure of the skin and slowing premature aging.

 

 

2.  Yves Saint Laurent ROUGE VOLUPTÉ Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15 10 Provocative Pink, $34

What it is:
An extremely smooth and creamy lipstick with a formula that transforms into a fluid veil of radiant color when it touches the lips.

What it does:
One of these Yves Saint Laurent ROUGE VOLUPTÉ Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15 is sure to be your new signature color: they’re sensual, radiant, and strong. With shades that drench the lips with densely pigmented color and a unique color-shine complex, lips are visibly smoothed, plumped, and radiant with luminous satin color.

What else you need to know:
It’s made with a long-lasting and highly comfortable formula that contains SPF 15.

 

3. 
MAKE UP FOR EVER Glossy Full Couleur 4 – Fuchsia, $19
 

What it is:
A gel-textured lip gloss.

What it does:
Make Up For Ever Glossy Full Couleur has a light, non-sticky texture that is long-lasting and leaves lips ultra shiny. Lips will remain supple and mentholated fragrance reinforces the iced, frosty effect of the gloss.

 

So try any and all of these colors, and pick your favorite so you can have the perfect pair of hot pink lips this season!

 

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Smashbox Sweet & Sultry Beauty Kit

February 24th, 2010
SWEET AND SULTRY BEAUTY KIT Smashbox Sweet and Sultry Beauty Kit, $53

Online exclusive 
Create countless looks, from sweet to sultry, with our newest limited-edition set. Includes 4 shimmering shadows, 3 cream liners, cheek color, and 2 glosses, plus a mini double ended brush for lining and smudging.
$105 Value! 
Includes:
Blush in Blushing Rose
Lip Enhancing Glosses in Hype & Illume
Instant Eyes Shadow & Liner Palette


 
 

 

 

 

Makeup Application Tip: 

Use the lighter shades as a base or highlighter, and the darker shades in the crease or as a liner. Try using a dark shadow as a long-wearing eye liner.

 

       

 

 

 

                                                                                                    

 

 

 

 

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February 23rd, 2010


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Scent of the Day: Essence by Narciso Rodriguez

February 23rd, 2010

Essence by Narciso Rodriguez is a beautiful perfume.  Light airy and smelling like fresh laundry and sunshine, you can’t beat this scent!

Essence by Narciso Rodriguez is a pure, sensual, luminous fragrance with a modern heart of musk. A layer of rose petals creates a radiant impression, and hints of amber and powdery iris bring the scent to completion.’

Notes:
Musk, Iris Powder, Rose Petals, Benzoin Balm.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Courtesy of Sephora.com

 

My opinion, don’t wait, pick up a bottle of Essence by Narciso Rodriguez today!

 

Sizes available:

Essence by Narciso Rodriguez 1.6 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $80

Essence by Narciso Rodriguez 3.3 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $104

Essence by Narciso Rodruguez 6.7 oz Scented Body Lotion, $50

Essence by Narciso Rodriguez Gift Set, $80
 

 

 

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