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Can't Wait To Try: Ken Paves Travel Flat Iron

2009-10-17T19:59:00.004-05:00

Great travel beauty products are hard to come by. We hate to sacrifice substance for style, but that's usually the decision we have to make when it comes to light weight products that we can take on the go. When we saw this travel flat iron ($49.99) created by celebrity hairdresser Ken Paves, we knew we had to try it.

Ken Paves is responsible for the tresses of superstars like Eva Longoria and Jessica Simpson. We're iffy on his hair extensions, but we've heard nothing but positive reviews on his other line of products. That's why we can't wait to get our hands on this little beauty. Flat ironing addicts can testify that a life without straight hair is not worth living, so we might make a purchase.

Runway Beauty: Alexander McQueen

2009-10-12T07:34:00.000-05:00

Always one to think outside of the box, Alexander McQueen thought outside of this planet for his Spring runway beauty looks. Not only were models were outfitted with facial prosthetics to give them an extraterrestrial look, but each model were a bizarre, out-of-this-world hairstyle. Yes, it's pretty insane, but it's also pretty incredible. You've got to salute an artist who's not afraid to follow his vision.

images via Krasey Beauty

Runway Beauty: Alexander Wang + Diane von Furstenberg

2009-09-25T10:15:00.003-05:00

We're loving the bare faces that graced the runways of this season's runway shows. Alexander Wang went for a Brooke Shields inspired All-American girl next door look with a loosely braided ponytail and arched up brows. Diane von Furstenberg opted for more ethereal look with wing eyeshadow and crimped hair.

Diane von Furstenberg

Runway Beauty: Isaac Mizrahi Spring/Summer 2010

2009-09-24T13:04:00.001-05:00

Fall has just begun, but it's never too early to get a jump on next season's beauty trends. We spotted fresh faces with a bold pop of color on the lips at Isaac Mizrahi's Spring/Summer runway show. The practically naked face is perfect for hot summer days. We can hardly wait to try it out!

New Beauty: Very Hollywod Michael Kors

2009-09-23T07:15:00.002-05:00

Very Hollywood Michael Kors is the newest fragrance collection inspired by the glamour of the red carpet. For the designer who has bottled the most luxurious destinations from Fiji to Bermuda, it was only natural that Hollywood be in the inspiration for his next fragrance. "Hollywood glamour is the ultimate escape. It is an emotional pull, no matter what your age--which gave us the idea for this fragrance. Everyone needs a little escape these days," said Michael Kors.

Very Hollywood Michael Kors has top notes of mandarin and iced bergamot, mid notes of wet jasmine, ylang ylang and raspberry and gardenia and base notes ofItalian orris, creamy amber and soft white moss with vetiver.

The Very Hollywood Michael Kors Collection includes: a Luxe Perfume Spray, an Eau de Parfum Spray, Hollywood Fabulotion, a Limited-Edition Hollywood Signature Pen and a Limited-Edition Hollywood Gem Solid Perfume Ring. Purchase Very Hollywood at Sephora.

Michael Kors

Top Picks: Lovely Bunch of Coconuts

2009-09-22T01:34:00.001-05:00

Everyone knows that smell is the strongest sense tied to memory. That's why we're constantly on the hunt for our signature scent. We're scoured the shelves of Victoria's Secret and Bath and Body Works in the hopes that we'll find a fragrance that we can't do without. We have a few favorites, but right now our hearts are set on any and everything coconut scented.

We love Laura Mercier's Almond Coconut Milk Souffle Body Cream although it's a bit pricey. It glides on, and a single jar will last forever. A more wallet-friendly option is Creamed Almond and Coconut Shower Smoothie. The thick cream is perfect for post-shower rehydration.

If you're looking for a coconut-filled beauty fix that you can carry with you, opt for The Body Shop Coconut Lip Butter. The organic formula will keep your lips kissably smooth.

Fall Beauty: Estee Lauder Sensuous Gold

2009-09-21T06:13:00.000-05:00

We love makeup, but every collection we see doesn't win our heart like Estee Lauder's latest effort. Estee Lauder introduces the Sensuous Gold Collection for Fall 2009; one of the prettiest and most wearable Fall color collections we've seen. The Sensuous Gold makeup collection is rich with beautiful textures and colors. Eyes are delicately defined in soft shades of amber and peach, accented by amethyst. The compacts gleam in the color of rose gold. The look for lips includes shades of coppery nudes and plum. The nail colors are both must-haves, too.

The Estee Lauder Sensuous Gold (Warm palette) includes:
New, limited-edition Signature Eye Shadow Quad in Rose Gold $35
Double Wear Eye Pencil in Bronze $19
New, limited-edition Signature Lipstick in Cinnamon $19.50
New, limited-edition Signature Lipstick in Plum Terracotta $19.50
New, limited-edition Pure Color Multi-Shimmer Gloss in Rose Gold $18.00
New, limited-edition Pure Color Nail Lacquer in Rose Gold $18.00
Estee Lauder Signature 5-Tone Shimmer Powder for Eyes, Cheeks, Face in Bronze Shimmer $36

The Estee Lauder Sensuous Amethyst (Cool palette) includes:
New, limited-edition Signature Eye Shadow Quad in Rose Amethyst $35
Double Wear Eye Pencil in Black Plum $19
New, limited-edition Signature Lipstick in Rose Amethyst $19.50
New, limited-edition Signature Lipstick in Plum Amethyst $19.50
New, limited-edition Pure Color Multi-Shimmer Gloss in Rose Amethyst $18.00
New, limited-edition Pure Color Nail Lacquer in Black Amethyst $18.00
Estee Lauder Signature 5-Tone Shimmer Powder for Eyes, Cheeks, Face in Pink Shimmer $36

Every single item in this magnificent collection will be available at http://www.esteelauder.com/

New Beauty: Philosophy The Supernatural Healthy Cream Blush

2009-09-16T18:11:00.007-05:00

We've found a new blush to lust for! Philosophy Healthy Cream Blushes have set our heart aflutter. They're part of Philosophy’s new Supernatural line of natural makeup in sheer colors for face, cheeks, eyes and lips. We love their skincare line! All are free of parabens, phthalates (plasticizers used in everything from children’s toys to eyeshadows and nail polish), mineral oil, talc, sulfates, propylene glycol and fragrance. They're available in three shades, bare your soul, feel warm all over, and look on the bright side. We can wait to try them all! They're available from Philosophy for $22.50.

Fall Beauty Guide

2009-09-14T16:34:00.003-05:00

Smoky Eyes
Smoky eyes have been around for some time now, but for Fall 2009, beauty mavens are kicking it up a notch with bold lines (think dark smudgy kohls or defining black liner) and deep color (dark purples and blues are hot). This is not a workplace-friendly look, so if you do indulge (and quite frankly, we suggest you do) keep it softer for day with some subtle gray shadows and kick it up for evening by adding some sweeping color and dark definition all around ...

TUTORIAL

TO TRY
Too Faced Smoky Eye Palette

Nude Lips
With bold hair and eyes the order of the season, lips will sometimes take a back seat. We’re not talking just a slick of gloss and no color (like we were apt to enjoy all summer long) but intentional nude color. That means lipsticks that are matte or with a very subtle shine, and stand-out pale

TUTORIAL
How To Get The Perfect Nude Lip

Red Lips
This is typical of the contrary world of style—tell us nude lips are IT, and then throw some bold, look-at-me red lips in the mix. We love options, however, and red lips are both classic and edgy. Plus, they pop against the neutral palettes of fall fashion. No shiny maraschino cherry reds here though—deep, sophisticated color, kept matte and tasteful.

TUTORIAL
How To Get the Perfect Red Lips

Black Lipstick
Yes, black and gray lipsticks loomed large on the runway for fall. No, we don’t imagine all of us will be able to pull off this particular trend—but it’s still worth noting. Because, quite frankly, a few short years ago who would have thought we’d be walking around in black nail polish
without having oncoming pedestrians cross to the opposite side of the street? Heading to the family reunion in Ohio? Er, skip it (unless being uninvited to future reunions is your goal). But for an evening at that new club in your hottest LBD? We say why not? You could go to a store like Hot Topic and buy the stuff all the kids are wearing, but if you’re not quite ready for goth—try an almost-black shade like Black Cherry from Milani, $3.49 at Drugstore.com

Grey Nail Polish
Speaking of black nail polish, dark neutrals and neutral metallics are still in, but the newest neutral color for your fingertips is, yes, gray. Not a big shock considering gray has been the color for fall/winter the last couple seasons and continues to be a huge presence this year—but we’re always up for a new way to wear it. We suggest N.Y.C. Nail Polish—which offers plenty in the gray-to-silver range on the cheap—available at Wal-Mart, Target, wherever.

Purple Nail Polish
Purple appeared on the fall hue radar a few seasons ago, but rather than being a here-and-gone trend it’s kind of become a fall staple. This season, we like dramatic purple fingertips—which is always a great way to don a trendy hue without having to spend a bundle. It’s all about the drama, so make your nails eye-catching (in other words, skip sweet lavender shades and go for something bold—like this Sally Hansen Nail Color Pen in Purple.

Rosy Cheeks
Forget that winter pall—this fall faces should be less Tim Burton, more Little Mary Sunshine. With all the black and gray on the fashion front for fall, we’re happy to inject a little softness (and, well, circulation) into our look with a soft rosy glow. And while the 80s are king this fall, forget the bold space-age streak—color should be applied with a big soft brush on the apples of the cheeks to look fresh and modern.

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Hair Removal

2009-09-13T10:34:00.000-05:00

It’s that time of the year where hair removal it at its highest (I get lazy during the winter…very lazy). I like to shave (in the shower with a razor or I use a dry shaver) because it’s easy and leaves your skin so smooth, but I have also used depilatory creams, but it never removes all my hair (you have to end up rubbing it off with a wash cloth…which is annoying). I tried to wax my own leg and it was horrible, not only did it hurt like you wouldn’t believe…my skin felt sore in that one spot for weeks. And I couldn’t wax anymore. I have never gotten waxed professionally because I’m a punk and I don’t have the money. And I’m scared to venture in the bikini waxing world (WAY too scary). So what is your method of hair removal? Do you shave, wax or use a depilatory creams?

Photo from Gillette

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Hair Pieces: Bangs

2009-09-12T10:46:00.000-05:00

I adore bangs, but when you have curly hair in the summer it can lead to the poodle syndrome (where your hair poufs out on you). I had bangs as a youngster and then grew out of them, but lately with all the celebs wearing cute little bangs I want them soooo bad. I think it’s a great way to update your look, but I am terrified I won’t like it if I cut bangs so I want to get the clip on bangs that way it’s a temporary look and I can decide later ( maybe in the Fall), what I want to do. I think the fake bangs are cute, other people think they are funny or weird…what do you think?

The Bang Clip,$29, on Jessica Simpson are from Hair U Wear from Ken Paves. You can buy them at Vogue Wigs.

Photo from Hair U Wear

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Which Wine Do You Want?

2009-09-11T18:41:00.000-05:00

What do the fashionable do after a long day of work? Do they like to catch a drink with their friends or sit down and catch on their favorite show? We're not ashamed to say that we love to indulge in a glass of wine. We love a good Cabernet. It doesn't even have to be the good stuff. We love wine. Whatever type is is. That's why we're so delighted to find so many great resources for wine of the month clubs.

Wine is ubiquitous in the fashion industry. If you're a wine freak, then you've got to take a look at what Shop.com has to offer. They offer several different subscription lengths. Try from month to month to a full year at a time. We have no idea what they're offering, but we have faith that it will be of the greatest quality.

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ShopWiki for Great Deals on Fragrance

2009-09-11T13:31:00.001-05:00

It's never too early to get your Christmas shopping out of the way. But if you're as busy as we are you're probably struggling to find time to hunt for the perfect gift for your besties and family. Online shopping comparison sites like ShopWiki are the perfect solution. They've already compiled shopping info for more than 30,000 stores, so you're sure to find the best deals. We're already taken a look at their incredibly shopping site, and we couldn't have been more impressed.

Our inner beauty addict couldn't have been more delighted to see the number of designer fragrances they showcase. We're loving the new Michael Kors and Dolce and Gabbana, but of course we won't be able to stop there. Buy a bottle for yourself and scour their huge supply of fragrance gifts. ShopWiki is a perfect one stop shop. Buy gifts for the special men and women in your life. Give the gift of a magnificent scent.

Looks of the Week

2009-09-04T06:04:00.000-05:00

This week's celebrity beauty looks of the week feature a ton of relative unknowns (including Susan Sarandon's gorgeous daughter Eva Amurri) with gorgeous faces. We're loving the understated glam look the one we're seeing on Diane Kruger. The "Inglourious Basterds" star used broad strokes of brown shadow on an almost bare face.

Gabrielle Union, Jessica Lucas and Jamie Lee Kirchner show that bronze shades are striking on women on color. Grab a gold/bronze shadow for instant highlights.

Katie Cassidy delivers a classic nighttime look. Complete with bronze chicks, kohl-rimmed eyes and dusty rose lip color.

41-year old Laura Leighton proves that great beauty isn't just for the teeny-boppers. Her bold cheeks and lips make her a standout.

Eva Amurri and Ashlee Simpson-Wentz both use their lipcolors to play up different features. Eva choose a Marilyn-esque lipstick to draw attention to her pout, and Ashlee's nude gloss makes her smoky brown eyes stand out!.

Here's a how-to for this week's stand out looks.

Get The Look Jennifer Connelly:

Nars Orgasm Blush $25
Stila Eyeshadow Pans Kitten $18
Maybelline Define-A-Lash Waterproof Lengthening Mascara in Brownish Black $7.79
CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain Lip Color, Coy Coral 430 $7.49

Jamie Lee Kirchner
Kevyn Aucoin The Expert Lip Tint Lip Color in Sucara $23
Benefit Cosmetics Eyeliner Gilded $20
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil, Zero $17
NYX Copper Blush

Shopwiki: The Ultimate Shoe Shopping Destination

2009-07-08T10:32:00.003-05:00

Experience has taught me that beauty addicts are often compulsive shoppers. No judgement here. We understand that it's not your fault that you want to have nice things, and so do we. Shopwiki.com is a must bookmark site for all shopping addicts. They have brought together products from over 30,000 stores in order to give you the most expansive selection of every product you could imagine on the net.

All of you shoe fiends will love ShopWiki for its incredible shoe shopping resources which boast category pages for every type of shoe imaginable. From wedding shoes to running shoes, if you're looking for it, then you'll find it here. You'll also find amazing deals at ShopWiki. Perfect for the shoe addict in each of us.

The 9

2009-07-08T09:51:00.008-05:00

The 9: Our Beauty Favorites

1. Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask, $6.99
2. KMS California HairPlay Texture Blast, $16.95
3. Revolution Organics Freedom Glow Beauty Balm, $32. Spotted via Product Pasha
4. CoverGirl TruBlend Microminerals Bronzer Powder, $10.99
5. Get Sexy Gisele Hair via Total Beauty
6. Victoria Secret Hydrating Body Lotion in LoveSpell, $9
7. L`Occitane Shea Butter Verbena Shower Cream, $9
8. Jane Iredale Powder-Me SPF 30, $44 via My Beauty Bunny
9. Philosophy Kiss Me Tonight Intense Lip Therapy, $20

Ask Around: Must Have Summer Beauty Products

2009-06-30T12:20:00.003-05:00

Ask Around: Must-Have Summer Beauty Products
Summertime presents some unique beauty obstacles that's why you have to choose your beauty products wisely. We asked some of the best beauty bloggers around what their favorite Summer beauty products.

Amber of Beauty Blogging Junkie

Picks:

Frederic Fekkai Wave Sprayalways accompanies me on trips to humidity-ridden Fire Island

Philosophy Never Let Them See You Shine
is my favorite mattifier. You know I'm anti-powder, so this liquid alternative does the job perfectly. Here's more info on it:

Benefit BADgal waterproof eye pencil ensures your liner will last all day, even on a day that begins and ends with a sauna of a subway sojourn.

Lakish of Blaq Vixen Beauty

Picks:
Caress Evenly Gorgeous Exfoliating Body Wash: Caress has the best body washes at the drugstore, hands down. On an impulse shopping trip at Target, I grabbed their new Evenly Gorgeous Exfoliating Body Wash. I love exfoliating and buying products that can even my skin. Of course, the tantalizing combination of burnt brown sugar and karite butter doesn't hurt either! This body wash smells amazing - like caramel candy - and it moisturizes your skin so well that you don't have to apply body oil or lotion afterwards. I am looking forward to buying this particular body wash again as well as the other Caress body washes! Definitely a best Summer Beauty product!

Olay Body Thermal Pedicure: It's no surprise that Olay Body Thermal Pedicure won a Beauty Insider's Choice Award last year. This treatment works! Formulated with Bora Bora white sand (exotic), shea butter and moisturizers, the heating sensation that you feel might be a little uncomfortable at first. However, if you have crud under your toenails and dead skin on your heels, it's so easy to smooth it away and get a near-perfect pedicure. If you use it continually all year round, when Summer arrives, your pedicure will be up to par. Furthermore, that money that you would have spent at your local nail salon can be used to stock up on more Olay Body Thermal Pedicure!

ApHogee Gloss Therapy Polisher Spray: Not only do I have an unhealthy obsession with lip gloss but I can't get enough of hair sprays that provides lasting shine for my locks. ApHogee Gloss Therapy Polisher Spray does this as well as detangles and "mends" split ends, and stops frizziness. Best of all, it is alcohol-free and contains an UV protectant, which is on-point when you want to protect your hair from the intensity of the sun. I'm sort of addicted to this product; I love how my hair smells clean and it looks even better whenever I use this spray!

Jami of Bionic Beauty

Picks:
Priia Cosmetics' Skin Complexion Enhancer in Celestial ($11). This is a great mineral makeup for the "no makeup" summer look. I call it the Tinted Moisturizer of mineral makeup. Celestial gives you a subtle glow and highlights your skin while providing a bit of coverage and bonus SPF. Plus there's NO bismuth to make you itchy!

Purely Cosmetics' Diamond Perfect Finish ($17.50). Use Diamond Perfect to give your skin that High-Def ready appearance. It'll soft fine lines, and give you a glow. Wear it over or under your regular makeup- this product is so incredibly versatile it should be in every gal's makeup bag!

YBF Skincare's Quench lip balm: ($15). Quench is a super moisturizing and cooling lip treatment. It'll keep your lips soft and smooth through the summer rays!

Marina of Makeup Loves Me

Picks:
Jergen's Natural Glow Foaming Daily Moisturizer - it's a lightweight
lotion and it builds a tan - what's not to love?

Givenchy Magic Khol Eye Liner Pencil
- this is a super-intense black
liner that reminds me of the women of the desert. It adds drama to
any look and off-sets the bright shades of summer.

Three Custom Color Specialists Light Brights Lipsticks - these four
neon lipsticks came out last summer, but the trend rides on. They are
the perfect wedding of sheerness and intense color.

Kitiya of Mischo Beauty

Pick:
Zoya's Summer 2009 Nail Polish Collections: Ooh-La-La and La-Di-Da! The two Zoya collections include every nail color a girl could ever possibly need for summer!

BeautyLuxe Mailbag: What should a newbie buy from MAC?

2009-06-30T10:02:00.002-05:00

BeautyLuxe Mailbag: Best picks for beauty newbie?
We're starting a brand new feature on BeautyLuxe. It's called the mailbag where we'll feature reader submitted questions which will be answered by Beauty gurus from around the web. Today's question will be answered by Farah of Faces by Farah and Alyson of the Gloss Menagerie. Let's see what these ladies have to say.

Hey,

I've noticed that all the Beauty Gurus on YouTube are all obsessed with Mac. I'm just wondering that if I were to buy some things there, what would be the best things to buy? I'm looking for things that you would not be able to get at drugstores. Also does no one else love Benefit too?

What are your other favourite beauty products too?

Thank you,
Holly

While Mac cosmetics is a well known brand that gets a lot of attention its not the only wonderful line out there. I do use Mac in my kit however I also use lines like Makeup Forever, Benefit, Smashbox & Laura Mercier as well as lower priced items from Gosh Cosmetics, Vasanti Cosmetics, Annabelle, Cover Girl & Sephora.

If you are looking to pick up items from MAC specifically I would say go with the eye shadows. They are highly pigmented so they last a long time and give off a lot of color. You really cant go wrong with MAC's shadows. I personally love Shroom and wear it almost every day! Their makeup brushes are also a great investment.

Some of my other favorite beauty products include:
Gosh Cosmetics Waterproof Eye Liners ($12.25) because they come in amazing colors and glide on easy.
Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer ($36)
CoverGirl Mascara ($7.99)
Vasanti Cosmetics foundation & powder for us ladies with yellow undertones
NYC Roll-On Lip Gloss in Watermelon ($1.99), not only does it taste yummy but it isn't sticky and gives my lips a great shine
Annabelle smudgeproof waterproof eyeliners ($8.50)
Costal Scents gel eyeliners ($6.95)
Quo Cosmetics & Mac cosmetics makeup brushes

-Farah

Hi Holly!

I love MAC's mineralized products-- the mineralized blushes, skin finishes, etc. They are different from anything I've really seen in the drugstore. A couple of brands have come out with attempted dupes of a mineralized skin finish, but I don't think they really compare. Nowadays there are some really great drugstore brands, some of which I would say are up to par with MAC quality-wise, but I would say MAC surpasses them in the area of uniqueness. Some of the things MAC has come up with just can't be found anywhere else. Some examples are eyeshadows ($14.50) in Vex and Club, lipsticksin Lavender Whip and Strawberry Blonde, Dazzleglass lipgloss formula, and mineralized skin finishes.

And to answer your question about BeneFit...a lot of their products are really nice! I use Eye Bright ($20) almost daily. They don't seem to have the cult following that MAC does, but I know several makeup artists who value their products and use them in their work. You aren't alone. :) I think it's good to like a variety of makeup brands. In addition to MAC and BeneFit, I also really like Stila, Dior, and mark.! I have also been really into Lancome Juicy Tubes Ultra Shiny Lip Gloss ($18)lately. If you're a fan of lipglosses you should definitely check those out.

-Alyson

Visit Womens Forum For Great Advice

2009-06-29T10:01:00.000-05:00

Any true beauty lover knows that you can never learn enough beauty. And one of the greatest resources for incredible beauty knowledge are other beauty lovers. That's why we love blogs and social networks. Yep, the best part of blogging is the ability to interact and chat with beauty lovers of all around the world. That's why we love beauty forums like this one.

If you're looking for advice on anything, be sure to consult Womens Forum. They have forums on nearly every topic under the sun. We're particularly loving the beauty and fashion as well as the hairstyle and hair care section. Women's forum also has incredible health resource forums. If you've got a question be sure to head on over.

Overnight Hair Treatments

2009-06-25T00:08:00.000-05:00

Have you ever used an overnight hair treatment? I haven’t used a treatment specifically for night but I have left special deep conditioning treatments overnight ( except I don’t like the smell it leaves on my pillow and I can’t use a shower cap because I move like crazy during the night). I like the concept of the overnight treatment because all the work happens overnight.

Many people have crazy, busy lives and they can’t sit for 45 minutes while a deep conditioner does its job (who has the time). It is nice to wake up and have nicer, softer, healthier hair. I want to try the John Frieda Overnight Treatment ($8.99). It received good reviews on drugstore.com. Some people said they had smoother hair and they didn't have to wash out thier hair the next morning.

On a Budget: Use a deep conditioner that you already own.

Would you try an overnight treatment or just leave a regular treatment on overnight instead?

Photo from John Frieda

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Scrubs: Out with the old, in with the new!

2009-06-24T00:36:00.001-05:00

It’s time to slough off that dead skin and reveal some beautiful bright skin underneath. I believe that you should exfoliate all year around but when it’s the summer time it should go into high gear. You don’t want to wear some cute shorts and dresses with some ashy legs. I usually use scrubs with a finer consistency but when I really want to feel extra smooth I use a scrub with larger sugar/salt grains (just beware of scrubs with the larger grains if you have sensitive skin, it could leave you red and bothered). One of my favorite scrubs is the Neutrogena Body Clear Body Scrub because it’s gentle enough for everyday use and it keeps acne at bay because it contains salicylic acid. You can get a great scrub at any price point.

Photo from Neutrogena

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Get The Look: Aishwarya Rai

2009-06-23T07:20:00.003-05:00

Glossy Pink has an incredible tutorial on getting the look of Bollywood superstar Aishwaryai Rai.

You can always count on former Miss World and Bollywood film star Aishwarya Rai to look stunning every time she hits the red carpet.

To get Aishwarya’s look, begin by evening out your complexion with a flawless-looking foundation like Make Up For Ever Mat Velvet +. Using your favorite setting powder, tap it on sparingly in the t-zone. Apply a warm, clay colored blush at an upward angle beneath the cheekbones to accentuate them. Try NARS Blush in Silvana.

For the eyes, try an eyeshadow palette like Maybelline Expert Wear Eye Shadow 8 Pan in Hushed Tints. Sweep the green shade over the lids, then work the dark brown shade into the crease. Use the cream shade to highlight beneath the eyebrows. Be sure to blend. Then, using the medium gold shade, trace along the lower lash line. Using a creamy jet black eyeliner, like MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack, draw a thick line along the entire upper lashes, extending the outer corner to a point. Then, line the waterline, connecting it with the top line at the inner corner of the eye, so that the eye is lined completely all the way around. Coat lashes with a thickening mascara, like Cover Girl Lash Blast.

Fill in lips with a high-gloss, shimmery peachy-coral lip color, like Guerlain KissKiss Gloss in Abricot Gourmand.

If you're unfamiliar with the gorgeous actress, be sure to check out this great interview she did with the one and only David Letterman.

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Get LiLo's Glow!

2009-06-22T01:03:00.003-05:00

Love her or hate her, Lindsay Lohan knows a few things about faux tanning. Made famous for her black leggings, rocky relationship with DJ Samantha Ronson, and her eternal bronze glow, Lindsay just launched her new line of spray-on self tanner!

A collaboration with skincare expert Lorit Smith, LiLo's line, uniquely dubbed Sevin Nyne is available at Sephora for a mere $35 for 5 ounces.

Remember, no matter the self-tanner you use, application is key for a convincing glow! Always exfoliate the skin prior to application. After spraying self-tanner onto skin, gently work the product into the surface and blend evenly to prevent telltale lines and streaks!

Have you tried Sevin Nyne? Let us know if you love your glow!

About This Beauty

Jodie Michalak is a fashion and beauty writer and a SAHM with a previously undisclosed addiction to shopping. Although her splurges are many, she strives to keeps her mistakes few. Her mantra? Every woman should own the following: a drool-worthy handbag, a sexy pair of shoes, a colored lip gloss that brightens the complexion, and a daily moisturizer with an SPF. When paired with a classic yet flirty pair of two inch gold hoops, any gal can have the fashion world at her fingertips!

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The HLMN Weekend Roundup 6.19.09

2009-06-19T10:49:00.001-05:00

Affordable Fashion spotlights 3 daytime LBDs for $20 and less.

Beauty Junkies Unites highlights the best Summer fragrances.

BeautySweetSpot has the top Summer eco friendly finds.

BellaLuscious explains ways to banish cellulite.

Blaq Vixen Beauty reviews the most recent foundation from Maybelline - the Dream Matte Liquid Foundation.

Check out the CFDA Awards winners as well as the best and worst dressed celebs, designers, and models at Cult of Couture.

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BeautyLuxe Question of the Week: Best Beauty Buys Under $8

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Leave a comment and tell us what you think...

We asked our Twitter pals the question and here are some of the answers we've gotten so far.

Black Opal Foundations @seymone of Reflections of Beauty

E.L.F. Cosmetics Hypershine Lip Gloss in Vixen
@bellab12 of Beauty Expose

Maybelline Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara and St. Ives Apricot Scrub @stylenbeautydoc of The Style and Beauty Doctor

Neutrogena Acne Stress Control Oil-Free Power-Clean Scrub @glossmenagerie of The Gloss Menagerie

Annabelle Liners @facesbyfarah

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