| Readers share their tricks for playing up their favorite features |
| Oh, those eyes! Those lips! Keep all eyes fixed on your gorgeous face with these alluring tips and tricks from TotalBeauty.com's glam-savvy readers. |
Sunday, February 28, 2010
WOW! HOW TO GET YOUR FLIRTIEST LASHES AND LIPS - EVER!
ELLE MACPHERSON'S TIPS FOR STAYING FIT OVER 40
Supermodel Elle MacPherson, who made the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue into an annual institution, is now 45, but she hasn’t lost any of the curves that made her famous. She maintains her shape by taking her health seriously, she says.
“I have a very holistic perspective on health,” she said in an interview with UK tabloid News of the World.
“I do choose to look after my body from a Chinese medicine perspective, which promotes and maintains wellness rather than treats illness.”
MacPherson says she has acupuncture regularly and she sees a Chinese doctor who treats common ailments with herbs.“Maintenance is a concept for me across the board. For example, every six months I go to my doctor at Viveka in London to have ultrasound checks on my breasts, ovaries and uterus.” she says
With two children, sons Flynn, 12, and Cy, 7, to keep her busy, she says she values wellness over fitness.
“I feel I’ve discovered the things that are really important to maintaining health as I’ve got older because my body has become more sensitive,” she explains.
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RECESSION PROOF BEAUTY TIPS
Best-selling author Paula Begoun returns with her most comprehensive book and ultimate guide to smart beauty: “Don’t Go To The Cosmetics Counter Without Me 8th Edition".
Known by media and consumers as the “Cosmetics Cop,” Paula reaffirms this title by providing tons of information to help you to look your best at any age.We asked Begoun for ways to get GORGEOUS on a budget and what she has to say about eyecreams and jar packaging might just surprise you!
ABC 15: Name three top beauty secrets that only the pros know? Begoun says the pros get sucked into beauty myths just like everyone else.
Begoun: Here's what the pros should know too but don't:
1. You don't need an eye cream (there is no research showing the eye area needs something different then the face)
2. Do not buy moisturizers in jar packaging (state of the art ingredients deteriorate in the presence of air not to mention it isn't hygenic.
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Saturday, February 27, 2010
10 PERFECT SKINNED WOMEN SPILL THEIR SECRETS!
| Want picture-perfect skin? All it takes are these simple tricks |
| Wondering what she does to look so good? We found out her secrets to maintaining a flawless face, and we give you full permission to rip them off. |
H & M LAUNCHES NEW BEAUTY LINE
It’s already the go-to spot for everything from Jimmy Choo shoes to toddler clothes. Now H&M is adding a beauty division to its roster of products
The line includes shower gels, body lotions, scrubs and lip balms that all include natural and organic products certified by Ecocert. “It felt like a natural step, since we’ve worked with organic cotton garments for a few seasons now. There’s also a strong demand from our customers for organics, and I hope they will be as excited as I am about the new products,” says Ann-Sofie Johansson, H&M’s head of design.
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Friday, February 26, 2010
CHECK OUT THE PROS & CONS OF POPULAR FACIAL FILLERS!
Follow this guide to find out which facial filler is right for you |
Want to look younger and don't mind needles? Getting a facial filler might be a great choice for you then. But before heading to the doctor's office, see which ones are most popular, as well as the pros and cons of each. |
Miladys Aesthetician Series: Botox, Dysport, Dermal Fillers and Sclerotherapy
University Medical Acnefree Pockmark Filler With Hyaluronic Acid
StriVectin SD and Instant Deep Wrinkle Filler Set
Helan Anti-aging Regenera Precision Anti-wrinkle Concentrated Filler for Face and Lip Outline
TOP BEAUTY TRENDS FOR SPRING- GWYNETH PALTROW
NAILED IT!
I was soooo excited to see Gwyneth Paltrow at New York's Fashion Week wearing the same nail color that I have been wearing and loving for the past few weeks! And I was even more excited to see that my fave nail color made the Spring's Top Beauty Trends List from US Magazine. For my "greige" nail color I choose Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in "Commander In Chic". Check out the article from US Magazine below.
"Greige" Nails
The latest nail polish color is a mix of many. A hit at New York City's Fashion Week, "greige" -- a combo of taupe, light lavender and putty gray -- is now taking Hollywood. Gwyneth Paltrow is the latest star to opt for neutral fingers.
For the rest of Spring's Tops beauty trends click here.
LAUREN LUKE MAKEUP TUTORIAL VIOLET EYESHAOW
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EAT YOUR WAY TO A GLOWING COMPLEXION
1. "Whole grains. High-glycemic foods (muffins, rice) spike insulin, which causes inflammation and clogged pores. Instead, you should have 3 servings of whole-wheat bread or oatmeal every day".
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
15 BODY TRANSFORMING PRODUCTS THAT TOTALBEAUTY SAYS ACTUALLY WORK!
Readers call the products on this list "miracle-workers" -- see what they are |
Get amazing results without plastic surgery! Readers claim that these unique products promise (and deliver!) incredible, seemingly impossible results for everything from body acne to cellulite. |
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 7.4 |
"Prevented future breakouts on my back and shoulders" |
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 7.4 |
"It truly helps tighten the skin, especially around the tummy and thigh areas" |
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.1 |
"What it will do, wonderfully enough, is soften those red, new stretch marks ..." |
Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion
Caudalie Crushed Cabernet Scrub
BELLI Surgical Scar Reducer
IQ Derma Firmaceuticals Multi-Active System
DDF Acne Scrub
NEXXUS HEAT PROTEXX HEAT PROTECTION STYLING SPRAY
HAIR OVER- HEATING?
Yes, I LOVE my hairdryer, curling iron and flat iron ( I love my flat iron the most!). I love how I can go from sleek and straight to sexy waves all in the blink of an eye. But what I HATE is the damage that these tools cause to my hair!!! I suppose that I could give up using the curling iron to help cut down on the damage the heat is causing to my hair but give up my flat iron. NO WAY! Thanks to my grey hairs (I of course color them) my hair has taken on a whole new "not for the better" texture and there is NO amount of hair color that will change the texture of my greys. The only thing that straightens out my unruly waves is a flat iron, which is exactly why I can't live without it. So, I have decided to opt for a healthier heat styling hair solution and I started to use the Nexxus Heat Protexx Heat Protection Styling Spray to protect my locks from heat damage.
THE ENABLER
Thanks to the Nexxus Heat Protexx Heat Protection Styling Spray I can still use all my favorite hair tools and I can still have beautiful, soft,shiny and smooth hair. Plus my strands are protected from the damaging effects of using heat styling tools. I can now blow dry, flat iron and curl my hair with confidence knowing that my hair is protected. No longer do I have to choose between saving the color and condition of my hair over having unruly looking hair. With the Nexxus Heat Protexx Heat Protection Spray I can get it all! But you should remember that limiting the amount of time you use heat styling tools is the best way to prevent damage to your hair. I try to only flat iron my every other day.
Please let me know what you think. Till then! B
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To purchase click here Nexxus Heat Protexx Heat Protection Styling Spray, 8.5-Ounce Bottles (Pack of 2)
EUCALYPTUS, THE ANSWER FOR STRONGER HAIR?
BRIT'S BORROWED BEAUTY BITS
Looking for stronger, shiner hair? Then "mother nature" may have the answer. I came across an article from the March edition of Allure Magazine by Kristin Sainani called "Stronger, Shinier Hair". It discusses how Eucalyptus may be good for promoting stronger, healthier hair. The article talks about a study done where people applied a lotion containing a 3 % eucalyptus extract to one side of their scalp. It showed that the "newly grown hair had improved bend, elasticity and luster" than the "newly grown" hair on the untreated side. Researchers from the Journal of Cosmetic Science believe that the eucalyptus "treatment works on the hair follicles under the scalp by changing the protein structure of the emerging hair". Just as a note the study was conducted at Kao Brands research center which produces the Root Awakening line of John Freida hair products that contain the eucalyptus extract.
Please let me know what you think. Till then! B.
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Click on the link to check out the Jihn Freida Root Awakening Collection. John Frieda Root Awakening Shampoo - Dry Hair
DONATELLA VERSACE GOING "GAGA" OVER NEW FASHION COLLABORATION?
Versace not working with Lady Gaga on range
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
YOUR STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO THE NO MAKEUP LOOK - FROM TOTALBEAUTY.COM
Follow this makeup tutorial, from totalbeauty.com, for a subtle, flawless finish. |
This spring, the trend in makeup is all about looking au naturale. See how to get the freshest face, eyes and lips you've ever seen. |
ARE YOUR "HEALTHY" FOODS SABOTAGING YOUR DIET?
Check Out Which "Smart Foods" May Actually Be Sabotaging Your Diet? Click Here To See Which Foods Topped The List. Cosmopolitan Magazine
Buyer Beware. How Your "Faux Perfume" Can Actually Harm You. Click Here To See What Is Really Inside Counterfeit Designer Perfumes. Harper's Bazaar Magazine
Win The War On Limp Locks. Click Here To Get The Tips On How To Rev-Up The Volume Of Your Strands. Glamour Magazine
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OLE HENRIKSEN ENLIGHTEN ME PIGMENT LIGHTENING SERUM
TOO MUCH FUN IN THE SUN?
What is REALLY making you look older, I mean more mature? Some would say that it is those pesky grey hairs that have started popping up. Others might say that it is the laugh lines or the crinkles on your forehead. Myself personally, I would say that it is the "number 1 line" that I now have in between my eyebrows that makes me look older. Well, actually it could also be the stress from raising my children that is making me look older (only kidding girls!). What really is making us look older is skin discolorations due to previous sun damage and old acne scars. And when I say previous sun damage I am talking about the damage done while we were in our teens and twenties (for some like me that's a LONG way back!). So, of course now I am vigilant about wearing sunscreen but what do I do about those little unwanted brown patches on my face?
OH, LIGHTEN-UP ALREADY!
Here's the good news. There are of course many services that you can have done such as professional chemical peels to be "spot free" but these procedures tend to be on the pricey side. You can also get rid of your "age spots" by using creams that will OVER TIME lighten and fade these areas. One really good product is the Ole Henriksen Enlighten Me Pigment Lightening Serum. I only have 1 age spot (for now at least) but I do have a few discolorations due to past "breakouts" and I have found that by using the Ole Henriksen Enlighten Me every night over the past few weeks those areas have started to lighten-up quite a bit. I also have noticed and so has my hubby, that my face looks brighter and it has a nice glow to it! I do want to let you know that it takes time to see improvements in your discolorations. I have found this to be true for all products like this that I have tried, so don't get discouraged if you are not seeing immediate results.
Please let me know what you think. Till then! B.
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OLE HENRIKSEN ENLIGHTEN ME PIGMENT LIGHTENING SERUM
SEE WHAT NEW NAIL TRENDS CELEBRITIES LOVING NOW
LICORICE TIPS
Call it the LBD of nails. Black has shed its goth origins, looking more elegant than edgy. The trick to a chic manicure like Jennifer Aniston's? Keep nails short, square and always chip-free by prepping with a base coat and refreshing the top coat once a day.
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
BEAUTY PRODUCTS - HOW MANY HAIR AND SKIN PRODUCTS DO YOU REALLY NEED?
| Get expert advice on which products to keep -- and what to shamelessly shelf |
| Whether you have straight hair and oily skin, or curly hair and sensitive skin, we/'ve got the products that are essential for maintaining gorgeous skin and hair. |
HOW YOU CAN WAKE UP MORE BEAUTIFUL
We Speak To Experts And Have The Tips You Can Try To Improve Your Appearance Prior To A Good Night's Sleep
Reporting
Kristine Johnson NEW YORK (CBS)
From bed-head to a crumpled, creased face when you first wake up in the morning you may not look your best. But we have the simple steps you can take now -- before going to sleep -- that will have you not only waking up looking gorgeous but help keep you that way.
What do you look like when you first get out of bed?
"I try to take the makeup off but the hair is usually a mess," one woman said.
"It depends on how I sleep. If I'm restless I wake up and my hair's about 27 different directions but if I have a nice, peaceful sleep then it's not too bad," another woman said. Before you roll over and drift off to sleep tonight, think about this: what you don't do -- like washing your face or applying night cream -- can have lasting, negative effects on your skin.
"If you did a study and you had one gal who did these tips and another gal who didn't you will see a difference five years down the road," dermatologist Dr. Laurie Polis said.
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MAYBELLINE COLOR PEARLS MARBLEIZED EYESHADOW
SHOE TRENDS FOR SPRING -PATENT PLATFORMS
Super-high ,peep-toed, platform heels in all the pretty colors of Spring, what's not to love? The March Edition of Glamour Magazine has an article on the newest trends for Spring that has my mouth watering!. My fave Spring trend is the Patent Platforms. The hottest heels this Spring have everything a true heel lover wants, height,. color and sexiness. What do you think of this trend for Spring? Till then! B.
Monday, February 22, 2010
WHY STRESS IS BEAUTY'S WORST ENEMY!
| See the effects stress has on your hair, skin and nails then learn how to prevent it |
| Is the stress monster starting to rear its ugly head? Well, you'd better make it stop (for your looks' sake). See how -- quick. |
RIMMEL LONDON SUN SHIMMER BRONZER
GO FOR THE GOLD
"Go for the gold" may be the goal for the Winter Olympics but for me, I think I'll go for bronze! Now that we are headed towards the warmer and sunnier weather I can't help thinking about getting a beautiful faux glow. For me the easiest way to fix my winter "blahs" is by adding a little bronzer to my face, neck and decollete. Nothing over the top, it has to look believable, especially considering that my arms are still "snow white". I am currently using and loving Rimmel London's Sun Shimmer Bronzer to brighten my dull complexion. Just as a quick aside, I have been really impressed with all the great products that Rimmel has out lately! Their products work really well and are completely affordable for all! Keep up the GREAT work Rimmel! Okay, so back to the bronzer.
BRONZE, THE NEW GOLD
Definitely NOT a third place finisher this bronzer has all the makings of a first place winner. Rimmel London Sun Shimmer Bronzer adds natural looking, sun kissed highlights to you face. It instantly warms your complexion by banishing drab, tired looking skin. Boost your skin's radiance and vibrancy with a simple sweep of this bronzer over your face, neck and decollete. By continuing the bronzer down your neck it will help prevent you from having that weird "makeup line" along your jawbone. Rimmel London Sun Shimmer Bronzer comes in a nice sized compact so you get a lot of product for a little bit of money.
Please let me know what you think. Till then! B.
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RIMMEL LONDON SUN SHIMMER BRONZER
LEARN THE NEW WAY TO SHOP A CELEBRITY'S LOOK
The paparazzi tracked down Angelina Jolie and four of her children in Venice last week, snapping photos of them eating ice cream. Her fans analyzed the photos, looking for the presence of Brad Pitt, at her new blond highlights and for clues to what she was wearing.
On some blogs, those fans could also click on the clothes or accessories in a photo and buy a French Connection scarf, J. Crew wool coat or Luella oversize sunglasses similar to those Ms. Jolie wore.
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THE BEST 7 STEPS FOR GORGEOUS SKIN
1. Get Your Beauty Sleep
Skimp on zzz's and chances are you'll wake up to dull skin. However, not getting eight hours can affect you in many ways."When you're tired, you're likely to skip workouts and eat junk foods that make skin look lifeless," says Amy Wechsler, MD, a dermatologist and psychiatrist in New York City.
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Sunday, February 21, 2010
CRYSTAL RENN TAKES ON THE LONDON CATWALK
Crystal Renn, Size 16, Struts Her Stuff on the London Catwalk
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February 20, 2010
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Once again, designer Mark Fast broke the long-standing, and often unhealthy, rules of fashion by sending plus-size models down his runway today in London. Last season, in a much-publicized move, Fast booked size 10-14 models in addition to the standard size zero. For fall 2010 he continued to prove his point: chic clothes are chic clothes, no matter your size. Proving this perfectly was the stunning size 16 model Crystal Renn,
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WHAT BEAUTY PRODUCTS IS KIM KARDASHIAN USING FOR HER BEAUTIFUL COMPLEXION?
Want To Get The Same Sexy Hairstyles That Were Hot On The New York Fashion Week's Runways? Click Here To Get The How To's. Allure Magazine
Interested In What Makeup Kim Kardashian Likes To Use For Her Flawless Complexion And Perfect Nude Lips? Click Here To Discover Her Products. Glamour Magazine.
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FASHION FACE OFF- PAUL COSTELLOE AND CELEBRITY FASHION DESIGNERS
LONDON (Reuters) - Veteran Irish designer Paul Costelloe told celebrities trying their hand at fashion to pack up and content themselves with their luxury lifestyles, accusing them Friday of stealing his thunder on the catwalk.
"I object to celebrities sticking their toe in and stepping out again, like Victoria Beckham, Sienna Miller's sister -- they'll be here for a couple of seasons and then they're off and we're still hanging around," he told reporters backstage after his opening show at London Fashion Week.
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PRETTIEST MOTHER AND DAUGHTER HOLLYWOOD CELEBRITIES
| Check out the gorgeous features these celebrity pairs share |
| Like mother, like daughter -- we did some digging and found 10 celeb pairs with something in common. Some of them look so much alike that you'd likely have to do a double take if you spotted them on the street. Which duo do you think is the most gorgeous? |







































