Holistic Skin Care Tips

When you think of holistic health, do you imagine the waving of scented candles and rearranging furniture to fix ones love life? And while their is not necessarily a need to sign up for feng shui classes anytime soon, there is some truth to holistically approaching your skin care.

If you're religiously slathering on expensive creams and lotions, but pounding a Big Mac and large fries at 3 a.m., your skin will suffer. We often forget that our skin is the largest organ in our body, and thus, is affected by our diet, stress levels, and even our exercise routines.

So, to make sure you're doing everything you can to keep your skin looking healthy and supple, check out these holistic skin care tips. No scented candles required.

7 Tips for Your BEST Skin

Keep your skin looking flawless with these 7 holistic skin care tips

This is a TotalBeauty.com healthy skin article While you may have your cleansing, toning, and moisturizing skin care routine down pat, there's something you're missing in your scrupulous upkeep: everything else. If your skin care routine stops at your bathroom, you're not getting the best skin you can have. From the food you eat to the workout you choose, see how to change your lifestyle habits to get your healthiest skin from within. Get tips

How I Fixed My Problem Areas - Weightloss

No matter how many squats, lunges and dead lifts I do, that area "you know" just above the back of your legs and just under your lower back is still a problem area for me! It wasn't until I switched from my treadmill to a stationary bike that I started to notice an improvement in the appearance of my "problem area"!   I also found that since I have been using the bike my thighs look more tight and toned!  Talk about a good workout!

I also added some resistance bands to my exercises routine to help tone up some stubborn areas and so far so good!  Also, I started doing a few of the latest Jillian Micheal's DVD's and let me tell you, the results have been not short of fantastic for me.  Additionally, I found that alternating between free weights and resistance bands helps create nice definition in my muscles.   I have done a lot surfing the net in search of weight loss products to see if they can lead to greater results.  Consequently, I am still doing my research.  I have looked at several products from hcg to fat burners.  

In addition to regular exercise I have found it equally important to observe a healthy diet.  Research shows that "People who eat the greatest number of servings of minimally processed whole-grain foods—not snack foods, like crackers, cookies, and chips—enjoy the biggest weight-control benefits."  Aim to increase your intake of brown and wild rice, bulgur, oatmeal, spelt, and quinoa, plus whole-grain breads and cereals. “Not only do most of these healthy whole grains contain fiber, which helps curb your appetite, but they’re also low on the glycemic index [GI]," says Sasson. “The carbs in low-GI foods are absorbed into your bloodstream slowly, allowing you to go longer without feeling hungry." From Shape Magazine on-line article "Weight Loss Tips: Losing Those Last 10 Pounds".

Anastasia See And Be Seen Makeup Kit Review

Sexy smoldering summer eyes, check. A high gloss pout that begs to be seen, check,check. Mascara that can outlast the humid, sticky summer heat and keep my fringe looking fabulous, check, check  and check! If you want to have your best looking summer yet then you must check out the new Anastasia See and Be Seen Kit and Lash Genius Waterproof Topcoat!  Inside this smart little makeup kit you will find the top makeup weapons that you need for a more beautiful you this summer!

The Anastasia See and Be Seen kit, $44, ($80 value) includes 2 of Anastasia's high gloss, Hydrafull Gloss in the hottest shades for summer, "Heiress" and "Plastic." These colors are the perfect pop of summer color for your lips and they look great on all skin tones.  I love the high gloss shine of these lippies that seems to lasts forever WITHOUT leaving my pout feeling sticky.  The kit also includes Anastasia's brow perfecting Tinted Brow Gel in "Caramel'.  I love this product because not only does it keep my brows in place but it fills in any sparse areas making my brows look naturally fuller and professionally groomed. Another product that comes in the Anastasia See and Be Seen  Kit is their Eye Shadow Duo in "On Set".  This eye shadow duo is as hot of a couple as Brad and Angelina!  The colors are shimmery, sexy and they are perfect for creating the ultimate summer eye.

And what makeup look would be complete without a waterproof mascara topcoat that locks in mascara and makes lashes impenetrable to summer's heat, humidity and makes mascara mishaps a thing of the past? Anastasia's Lash Genius is a clear waterproof topcoat that "instantly waterproofs any mascara".  I have used this product over and over again during the past few weeks and it has worked so incredibly well that now I won't leave the house without it on!  So, please be sure to check out the Anastasia See And Be Seen Kit as well as the Lash Genius Waterproof Topcoat and let me know what you think.  Till then!  B.

I received my See And Be Seen Kit and Lash Genius compliments of Anastasia.  Please review the disclaimers and disclosures regarding product reviews.

How To Refresh Blonde Hair

Learn how to refresh your blonde hair with this amazing hair color tansformation from Total Beauty.com. I love my blonde hair but maintaining my golden locks takes a lot of work to keep them beautiful. Check out the article below and see how one blonde had a total blonde transformation to brighten her lack luster blonde locks. "Florida-born Ashley, 22, is committed to keeping her beachy blonde color while she finishes her senior year at Marymount Manhattan in New York City. But her hectic schedule and limited finances make it difficult for her to get to the salon regularly for root touch-ups." See how to refresh blonde hair .

"I know, it's awful, I have six inches of roots," she says. "I don't mean for it to get this bad, but I can't seem to help it." So to remedy the situation, we called in our dream team of experts from the Marie Robinson salon in New York City. See how they transformed Ashley's damaged, grown-out hair into a manageable, pretty style.

"Brighten Up My Blonde Hair" Makeover

One busy student turns to us to bring her damaged, blond hair back to life

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article Due to a hectic schedule (and limited finances -- she is a student after all), Ashley has neglected her hair for months. With six inches of roots showing and damaged ends, she knows her hair needs major attention. We decided to help her out by introducing her to our makeover dream team. With a fresh new color and cut, our experts give Ashley a manageable, pretty look. See how you can copy her easy routine now. See transformation

How To Keep Hair Frizz Free During The Summer

The only thing that I really don't look forward to during the sunny days of summer is the humid, sticky weather that sends my hair into a tizzy!  The fuzz, the frizz, along with all of the "out-of-controlness" of my hair make me absolutely INSANE!! I want to be able to wake up in the morning with smooth, sleek hair that STAYS that way all day long (too much to ask for?). This year I have decided to start shopping early for my arsenal of anti-frizz products to hopefully bring some civility back to my summer stressed strands. If you are looking for a great product that will tame your out of control strands and will keep hair frizz free during the summer then click on the following link, smooth hair .

And if you want to learn how to keep hair frizz free during the summer and looking sexy and smooth then check out the video below and learn how to keep your hair from becoming a causality of the sticky summer weather. This video demonstrates how to care for wavy hair, straight hair and curly hair during the hot and humid days of summer.

Perfect Updos For Hot Weather

"Few things are less sexy -- or downright uncomfortable -- than a mass of hair stuck to your sweaty neck and face.We've all been there. During the warmer season, keeping cool is nearly impossible if your hair isn't up and out of your face. Just as hemlines get shorter and sleeves disappear, bobs and tousled updos replace long and loose hairstyles." Check out the perfect updos for hot weaher.

"That's not to say we don't adore beachy waves. But unless there's a refreshing ocean breeze blowing on that perfect boho hairstyle, it's going to melt -- fast. So what do we do? We turn to our tried-and-true updos: the ponytail, the topknot, the (bo-ring) styles we wore last season."

"To shake things up, we called the trendiest stylists we know for their picks of the newest (and chicest) celebrity updos and easiest-to-DIY Pinterest picks. If you're bored of the same-old updos you always turn to, read on. These summer hairstyles of 2012 will have you hoping for an unbearably hot day." From Total Beauty.com

12 Pretty Updos Perfect for Hot Weather

Leaving your hair down may look cute, but it won't for long when it turns into a sweaty, sticky mess. Stay cool (and looking hot) with summer's prettiest updos

This is a TotalBeauty.com hairstyles article With temperatures rising, we resort to one of two options: chop off our hair or toss it up into a boring ponytail. Well, not this summer! This season, we're wearing one of these chic new updos that'll not only keep you cool, but make heads turn, too. See updos

Foods For Glowing Skin - Fruits, Vegetables, Nuts And Seeds

Foods for Glowing Skin - I recently had a conversation with a naturopath that specializes in naturopathic medicine.  After the meeting, I have discovered a whole new appreciation for the powers of the foods that we put into out bodies. I learned that all those processed "un-natural" foods that we dump into our bodies do not offer the same healthy benefits that the foods that "nature" provides for us do.  

Some of my favorite foods to eat are fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds.  I have learned to replace many of the processed foods I used to eat with some of my favorite fruits and vegetables.   I have also learned to make eating healthy fun and exciting because I am always switching things up.  Meaning that I will eat many different varieties of fruits and vegetable and never getting stuck eating the same thing over and over again.  To make eating vegetable more tasty I will use a healthy salad dressing to dip them in.  Also, I love supplementing my diet with seeds and nuts.  My favorite seeds are sunflower and pumpkin.  And, when it comes to nuts I love eating almonds, walnuts and pistachios.  Unfortunately, the problem with nuts is the high cost involved so I like searching sites like nutsite.com and others for price comparisons.     

How about a smoothie for good health?   Now that the warm summer weather is here what would be better than a yummy, cool, fruity Green Tea Watermelon Super Punch to cool you down.   This smoothie is one of my favorites. It’s souped up with high-antioxidant  (green tea powder). This one is made with yogurt, too—a wonderful probiotic food that has been shown in studies to help with fat burning.  You can find this smoothie in Rocco DiSpirito's cookbook Now Eat This! Diet.

How To Apply False Eyelashes

False eyelashes are a great way to make even the tiniest of lashes look thick, full, long and sexy! "Do you ever find that no matter how much eye makeup you wear, it looks like you're going for the no-makeup makeup look in every photo? Do you want to step it up this season and go for a more dramatic look? Well, wearing false eyelashes will certainly make you stand out at any shindig and help you look like you actually have makeup on in photographs. Check out the tips below and learn how to apply false eyelashes like a pro.

Learn how to apply false eyelashes by watching the video below and get the scoop on choosing and applying the right false lashes for you with this guide. OK, so you've had some bad experiences applying falsies before with the glue getting everywhere or the lashes falling off -- but never again. All you need is this quick tutorial on applying falsies like a pro", From Total Beauty.com

How To Wear False Eyelashes

"When you're trying to get out the door each morning, it's easy to reach for your go-to brown eyeshadow palette and peach-colored lip gloss. But for those weekends when you have some extra time to get ready, it can be fun to break out of your beauty box. False lashes are an instant glam fix for those born with sparse lashes, but we dare you to go a step further and wear falsies that have longer, more dramatic tips at the ends. You can even wear lashes that have images of peacocks or scenes from your favorite movies. (Try Paperself Eyelashes, $19.) The key to learning how to wear false eyelashes especially bold lashes is to keep the rest of your face neutral. Mae suggests using a cream-colored eyeshadow for the entire lid, then use a nude lipstick.

Stylist Diana L. Chan says even though it might feel uncomfortable at first, "trying something completely out of your realm is not only a great way to shake things up, but you may stumble onto something you actually really like."

To help make the seemingly crazy trends a bit more wearable, we asked Chan and celebrity makeup artist Sabrina Mae to fill us in on how any girl can wear the hottest hair, makeup, and style trends you've been spotting in magazines and runways this season. Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to try one of these bold trends every weekend for two months." From Total Beauty.com

How to Wear the Biggest Spring Trends Now

Love the new makeup and fashion trends this season but not sure you can pull them off? See how to make these trends work for you

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article It's easy to get stuck in a beauty and fashion rut, but this season's looks are too pretty to pass on. So to help, we talked to expert stylists and makeup artists for tips on how to make the bold trends ultra-wearable. Get tips

How To Apply Sally Hansen Salon Effects Nail Polish Strips

I love the look of freshly polished nails but I hate it when my nail polish chips a short 2-3 days later. I don't think that it would bother me as much if it didn't take soooo long to paint my nails or if it didn't cost so much to have them done professionally! This is why time saving products like the Sally Hansen Salon Effects Nail Polish Strips are so perfect for me. I love how beautiful my nails look with the Sally Hansen Salon Effects Strips, how easy they are to apply and how incredibly long they last. Check out the video below to learn how to apply the Sally Hansen Salon Effects Nail Polish Strips yourself.

Top Celebrity Perfumes For The Summer

"Perfume pop quiz: Who created the celebrity fragrance model? (Cue the "Jeopardy" theme song.) Give up? Answer: Elizabeth Taylor in 1988 (source). Yup. Nowadays, literally everyone and their mother has their own perfume (or line of beauty products), and you can't pick up a magazine or drive down Sunset Blvd. without seeing a scantily clad starlet, spooning or straddling her life-size, eponymous fragrance. So the question is then, do all of these celeb perfumes stink or are some shockingly wearable?" Check out the top celebrity perfumes for the summer!

"We'll spare you the trouble and headache of trying on 47 different fragrances -- because our readers already did the nose work for you. While some women "only bought this because it was Gwen Stefani's" (or one of their other favorite celebrity's) other reviewers were "a little nervous to buy something with Britney Spears' name on it" (or felt skeptical about a tween star's perfume), but were pleasantly surprised to discover that "it smells good enough to justify admitting in public that I wear a Britney Spears scent." One woman confesses that she is "not a big Paris Hilton fan, but I could bathe in" her perfume. Another reviewer gushes about Hilton's scent saying, "I could drown myself in this perfume and still not get tired of it." Bathe and drown? Wow, that's some pretty hyperbolic language there, ladies. As for the worst ones, a reviewer who is "a huge Mariah Carey fan … had high hopes for this one" but it "smelled overwhelmingly sweet, but not in a good way." And other readers found some of the stars' fragrances to be "BOOOOORING!" or "like granny perfume that has been sitting on the dresser for 40 years." Ouch." From Total Beauty.com

10 Best and Worst Celebrity Perfumes

From SJP to Katy Perry, the celebrity fragrances are endless -- but are they any good? We find out

This is a TotalBeauty.com perfume article These days, you haven't made it in Hollywood until you have your own fragrance. And it seems everybody, from Hollywood veteran Beyonce to newbie Justin Bieber, has their own fragrance. But the big question is whether these celebs are truly talented in the perfumery business -- or if their eponymously named fragrances stink. So we asked readers to test the plethora of celeb scents out there to give us their honest opinion on what they loved and what made them gag. Read reviews

THE WORST: NO. 3: WHITE DIAMONDS ELIZABETH TAYLOR PARFUM, $100

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.4

"I received it as a Christmas gift and tried it, but had to give it away because I couldn't handle the smell."

THE WORST: NO. 2: HARAJUKU LOVERS BABY EAU DE TOILETTE SPRAY, $29.49

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.3

"BOOOOORING! Cannot recommend this scent unless you really don't want to be noticed."

THE WORST: NO. 1: M BY MARIAH CAREY EAU DE PARFUM SPRAY, $52.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.7

"The nastiest, cheapest smelling perfume you have ever smelled."

Want to see what were the best? Click here!

Celebrity Makeup Artist Tips For A Summer Glow

Everyone loves the look of a sexy summer glow.  But achieving that glow without looking over done can be tricky. I just came across an AMAZING  celebrity makeup artists tips for a summer glow video that demonstrates how to create your own sun kissed glow, as well as some things that you can do in order to keep your makeup looking fresh, natural this summer. Check out the video below to learn how celebrity makeup artists create a sexy summer glow for their celebs making them look picture perfect even during the sweltering and sticky summer heat.

And if you are interested in learning how the celebrity makeup artists to the stars achieve that "no-makeup look" then click on the following link to learn more. Here's a taste of what you will learn more about. "Achieving the ever-elusive natural no-makeup makeup look seen on celebs takes a bit more effort than rolling out of bed, it does take a heck of a lot less time and effort than a smoky eye or perfecting bold red lips when done correctly. It can also make you look just as stunningly gorgeous -- perhaps even more so. Because after all, you are the star here, not some heavy eyeshadow or highly-contoured cheekbone."

Celebrity Makeup Artist Fiona Stiles Beauty Secrets

Have you ever wondered what beauty must haves celebrity makeup artists stash in their makeup bags?  Well check out fab celebrity makeup artist Fiona Stiles beauty secrets and see what she keeps in her makeup bag.  "In recent weeks, Stiles has been prepping Elizabeth Banks for her "What to Expect When You're Expecting" premieres and creating gorgeous editorial looks on it-girl du jour, Jessica Chastain. Need more to convince you of her awesomeness? How 'bout the fact that she's Halle Berry's go-to makeup artist? Thought that might seal the deal ..."

"Between photo shoots and appointments, the makeup guru found time to talk to us about her must-have products. In no particular order, these are the nine essentials she has on hand at all times. Whether you're a makeup pro, or you're building your makeup bag from the ground up, Stiles recommends these items be the cornerstone of your collection."

"Stiles' favorites range from drugstore brands to high-end indulgences -- but, hey, if they can make Halle Berry look, well, like Halle Berry, we want to try them. Think you'll want more than nine products,to flesh out your kit? You can always follow Stiles on Twitter for even more celebrity makeup artist recommendations." From Total Beauty.com

A Look into Makeup Artist Fiona Stiles' Makeup Bag

Find out what the biggest celebrity makeup artist uses on her celebrity clientele now

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup tips article From Halle Berry to Jessica Chastain, there isn't a Hollywood face, celebrity makeup artist Fiona Stiles hasn't touched. So we took a peek into Stiles' makeup bag to find out what she uses to turn celebs into red-carpet beauties. See what we found. Take a peek

How To Do A Fishtail Braid

How to do a fishtail braid - "I love -- repeat, love -- braided hairstyles. They're so perfect for summer, especially if you're trying to not wash your hair every day (which is hard but SO much better for your hair). When I see celebrities like Jessica Alba and Sienna Miller wearing unique braids, I immediately want to recreate them on myself. 

Braids - and various forms of them are everywhere. The hot new braids for this summer run the gamut from sweet and sensible to wild and elaborate. Some are best worn with accessories, while others are so intricate they look like accessories themselves. From the fan favorite waterfall braid to the eight styles featured here, these ain't your grandma's Pippi Longstocking braids." One on the hottest braids right now is the fishtail braid, which I have not be able to perfect myself, yet. But with some help from the video below I am sure that I will soon be able to master this skill! Check out the video below to learn how to do a fishtail braid.

Sexy Ponytails For Summer

Sexy ponytails for summer - "The humble ponytail is a styling staple and trusted sidekick for many of us. It's simple, requires little-to-no time commitment and stays out of our way. (All the things we look for in a good relationship.) And, while mine are mostly utilitarian, they manage to look cute sometimes -- although this is usually a fluke. Other times, if my bangs are funky or the messy-look is too pronounced, my ponytail accurately reflects the nanosecond of thought/effort it took to twist and pull my hair out of my face."

"But, lately, I've been feeling bad for my ponytail pal -- what with braids getting all the attention and fanfare these days. So, I've sussed out seven sexy, summery styles and asked top stylists to explain how I can (easily) recreate the looks myself." From Total Beauty.com

7 Sexy Ponytails for Summer

Give your trusty, go-to style an upgrade. See this summer's sexiest (and easiest!) ponytails now

This is a TotalBeauty.com hairstyles article With summer right around the corner, cute updos and beachy waves are getting upstaged by an oldie but a goodie: the ponytail. Don't be fooled -- this isn't your ho-hum pony that you wear to the gym. These styles are red carpet worthy. Get the expert tips that'll help you update your ponytail this summer. See styles

New Anti-Aging Ingredient You Are Probably Missing From Your Sunscreen Protection

Many anti-aging experts are starting to believe that SPF is not enough to protect you from sun damage. Sunscreens block UVA and UVB rays, but those rays only account for seven percent of solar energy. New research finds that infrared radiation, which makes up 54 percent of solar energy, also causes aging -- and it might even be worse than UV rays. While there is no product that can totally guard you from infrared radiation, studies show that antioxidants in skin care may help.

More and more dermatologists and skin care experts now recommend wearing an antioxidant serum and a sunscreen -- and many of them believe the antioxidant is the more important half of the duo. "I rarely wear sunscreen anymore," said Stuart Leitch, assistant vice president of marketing at SkinCeuticals, while sitting at a table of shocked beauty editors. "I get more protection from my antioxidant serum."

The Anti-Aging Ingredient You've Been Missing

Did you know your SPF 50 isn't enough to prevent premature aging? Turns out there's an even better ingredient you're missing out on: antioxidants

This is a TotalBeauty.com healthy skin article Wearing sunscreen has been touted as the best way to prevent premature aging, but new research shows that SPF isn't enough to protect your skin from sun damage. Leading dermatologists are now recommending wearing an antioxidant serum for the ultimate sun protection. See how to best protect your skin now. Get tips

Bonus Article: When it comes to adopting an effective anti-aging skin care routine, things can get very, very confusing. There are so many products to choose from, too many ingredients to consider, and even more conflicting opinions on what to do (and what to avoid) that it can make any girl goofy. To help make heads or tails of the correct path to a better anti-aging routine, totalbeauty.com talked to umpteen experts and corralled the following five steps that should be taken to keep skin looking as young as possible. Follow Anti-Aging Information for 5 great tips on ways to look younger.

How To Get Whiter Teeth - Video Format

A big, beautiful, healthy smile is only complete if your pearly whites are actually white. Things such as coffee, tea, red wine and cigarettes (you know they give you wrinkles) stain teeth and dampen your smile.

A dazzling smile is an absolute must. A beautiful, healthy smile can speak a thousand words without saying anything. Just check out your fav celeb, they all are sporting a gleaming white grin. Not quite a 6 ft, insanely beautiful model? Neither am I, but I do know how to level the playing field by getting an attention getting beautiful smile!

To get whiter teeth try the good old Classic Crest Whitening Strips for a whiter smile. Not only will your teeth be more brilliant but so will you for choosing this system because it costs only $25.
So go out and treat yourself to a smile make over and flash that new, beautiful smile. Be sure to check out the video below to learn how to get whiter teeth.

How To Get Whiter Teeth At Home

"Every time we watch a Red Carpet special, episode of "New Girl," or the latest Paula Deen interview, we marvel at how much whiter everyone's teeth are than ours. Then we finish our red wine, go to bed without flossing, and tell ourselves it's impossible to have a brighter smile without ingesting a boatload of peroxide."

"But as it turns out, it's pretty simple to have healthy, white teeth. You just have to follow certain tricks -- and most important, know the importance of good health and upkeep."

How to get whiter teeth at home. ""Gentle, consistent brushing twice a day eliminates a tremendous amount of bacteria that covers the surfaces of our teeth, gums, cheeks, and tongues, and helps maintain your smile's health and esthetics," says David Keen, DDS, a Beverly Hills-based dental specialist in the field of aesthetic, restorative, and implant dentistry."

"To help, our experts offer these daily solutions to give you your brightest, healthiest smile ever." From Total Beauty.com

Get a Healthy White Smile in One Week

With these brilliant tips, you'll have your pearliest whites ever

This is a TotalBeauty.com smile care article Braces may have made our teeth straight, but coffee and wine have made them yellow. Reverse the stains for a brighter, whiter smile with these expert tips now. Get brighter

Exuviance Optilight Tone Corrector

So summer is rolling around again and we all know what that means.  We will be sending a lot more time out in the sun.  And as I have gotten older I have also become wiser. I now understand the importance of using a good sunscreen to help protect my skin from sun damage. Sadly though, I wasn't as "sun savvy" in my youth as I am today and now I have to deal with things like brown spots on my face, chest and hands from time spent in the sun. These little brown spots are one of the major reasons why we start to look older as we age and honestly, who wants that? So, if you are interested in getting rid of those spots then be sure to check out a new and exciting skincare product from Exuviance that helps to fade those pesky sun spots,
the Exuviance Optilight Tone Corrector. I received my complimentary sample from Exuviance.com.

Here's what it does:

Exuviance Optilight Tone Corrector

"NeoGlucosamine™, Retinol, Vitamin C and Turmeric help correct an uneven skin tone and reduce the intensity of existing dark spots while optical diffusers create an instant brightness."

• NeoGlucosamine™ gently exfoliates to break up pigment clusters
• Retinol and Vitamin C help to reduce the intensity of existing dark spots
• Turmeric and Alpine Plants help prevent new spots from forming
• Optical diffusers create an instant brightness

"Correct uneven tone and reveal a youthful, perfectly even complexion. This potent targeted skin tone corrector diminishes the look of dark spots using active science and proven botanical ingredients to treat and prevent uneven tone. Patented NeoGlucosamine™ gently exfoliates to break up pigment clusters, while Retinol and a stable form of Vitamin C help reduce the intensity of existing spots. The active ingredient in Turmeric and a special blend of Alpine Plants help prevent new spots from forming. Optical diffusers create an instant, all-over brightness. The result is a brilliant new clarity."

I have been using many products from Exuviance and I am always completely impressed with how well they work for me and I am just as impressed with their new Optilight Tone Corrector! All the time that I spent sunning myself in the past has caused damage to my skin and has left me with brown spots on my face, chest and hands. The Exuviance Optilight Tone Corrector was created to help correct spots on all of these areas.  I applied the Exuviance cream to my face, decollete and hands once daily for 2 weeks and then twice daily thereafter under my moisturizer. The Exuviance Optilight Tone Corrector helped to fade my spots over time and it left my face, decollete and hands soft, smooth, brighter and more youthful looking. You must give this product a try if you want a more even looking skin tone!  Please let me know what you think of this product.  Till then!  B.

Summer Bridal Makeup - Video Format

Summer bridal makeup- There is a thing or two that some of our fave celebs seem to do just right. One of them being their fabulous wedding makeup and hair styles! Celebs like Nicole Richie looked amazing on her wedding day. Click on the following link to get Nicole Richie's summer bridal makeup tips. And be sure to check out the bridal makeup video below for you own celeb inspired bridal makeup tips.

And for all your summer bridal makeup, beauty product and fitness needs TotalBeauty.com has covered all the beauty bases by getting beauty tips from cosmetic dentist, Jeff Golub-Evans, dermatologist and a frequent health and beauty contributor, Susan Evans, celeb makeup artist Joanna Schlip, and stylist at the Los Angeles, California Frederic Fekkai salon, Ange Grymolyes. These experts share beauty tips on when to finalize your wedding makeup look, get facials, undergo teeth whitening, get highlights, do mani/pedis, etc. Heed these beauty tips, pack your touch up kit, and voila, you're on your way to becoming one stunning bride.

Summer Bridal Makeup

Summer bridal makeup -"For Nicole, 31, balancing wedding-planning with a grueling work schedule as a third-year internal medicine resident doesn't leave much time for her hair. With her engagement pictures just a few weeks away, she knows she needs a fresh cut (it's been almost a year!) and brighter color -- stat. So we introduced her to our dream team of beauty experts at the Marie Robinson salon in New York City. With a new cut, color, and makeup look, Nicole will have a refreshing updated look just in time for her big day. See her makeover now." From Total Beauty.com

The Summer Bride Makeover

See one woman's gorgeous makeover that's just in time for her to tie the knot

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article In the midst of planning her wedding and finishing her residency, future-doctor Nicole doesn't have time to pamper herself before her engagement photo shoot. So that's where we come in. Our makeover dream team listened to her biggest beauty concerns to give her the perfect summery look for her California nuptials. See makeover

Heels Are The Deal - Featuring The Miz Mooz Heel

Here's to the warmer weather girls and what makes me smile and I mean a big girly smile is high heels. Take the miz mooz viola slingback pumps for example.  Nothing puts a bigger smile on my face than shopping for and of course buying shoes for all my summer outfits.  I am not talking about just any kind of shoe.  Oh no, I am talking about the mother of all shoes, high heels!  If you want to compliment your favorite outfit you must finish it off with a pair of sexy and alluring heels.  Heels in and of themselves makes any outfit and in my opinion 100% more attractive.  And, believe me the essence of every outfit is to create that look that makes you feel this is what it is all about.  From jeans to skirts wearing heels are the deal.  

Women can't help their love for shoes, it's just part of our DNA.  Not only do heels look great on, but they also make your body look better because they lengthen your legs and lift your butt (good stuff).  A simple thing such as putting on a pair of heels can change the way you feel about yourself.  I am many things when I am wearing high heels such as confident, feminine, unstoppable fabulous and more importantly for me, taller. I am petite so heels level the playing field for me (ha-ha). But what I love being the most in my heels is a woman!

Our favorite girly things such as shoes, clothes and makeup are just like chocolate frosted cupcakes. They are fun to enjoy, they bring a big smile to our face and they are tough to say "no" to! Till then, have a great day! B.

Katherine Heigl Reva Flats And Tory Burch Sandals - Hot Summer Shoes For 2012

Warmer temperatures, sunnier days and that sweet smell of summer in the air means only one thing to me, it's time to start summer shoe shopping!  And this year's summer shoe collection promises to be hot "no pun intented" and fashionable.  Particularly the Katherine Heigl Reva Flats which are  shaping up to be very exciting this season and also Jildor Shoes has a great collection of Tory Burch sandals for this summer including the bestseller Miller sandals!  For me, shoes are the easiest way to dress up any outfit. They are also the perfect way for a woman to express who she is as well as making her feel sexy and feminine.  Oh and I almost forgot to mention the "super transforming powers" of a great pair of heels.  They are the ONLY thing that instantly lifts your butt, slims your body and evens lengthens the shortest of legs!

This summer some of my shoe essentials include a great pair of espadrilles and sandals.  I mean, espadrilles and sandals are synonymous with spring and summer don't you think?  But since I have vertically challenged legs I LOVE high wedged espadrilles and platform sandals to lengthen the look of my legs. I have found that shoes that wrap around the ankles makes my short legs look "cut off" and stubby especially when I pair them with capris.  This is why I always choose espadrilles with a high wedge and platform sandals to lengthen the look of my legs when I plan on wearing this type of shoe.

For a fun night out, what outfit would be complete without a sexy pair of platform heels?  I believe that I have already mentioned their super powers of creating Victoria's Secret model length legs but they also happen to be the sexiest heels right now.  And for summer the colors and patterns that these heels come in are amazing!  I love the bright yellows, fuchsia, reds, turquoises, oranges and fresh and flirty floral patterns. My favorite summer night out outfit is a simple but sexy black dress with a pair of peep toe platform heels in a fun bright color like orange. Cute, right! Please let me know what shoe must haves you are loving right now for summer.  

Commemorate Your Graduation Class With Leavers Hoodies

Now that June is here I am sure that many of us have someone in ours lives that will be celebrating a special graduation from middle school, high school or college. One on my most favorite pieces of clothing that I wore proudly during my senior year in high school, long with the rest of my entire graduating class, were our class t-shirts and hoodies.  Leavers hoodies and shirts are a great way that we, the graduating class, could proudly display our school name, school colors, school logo, graduating year as well as a listing of all the graduates on the back of the shirt. Clifton clothing leavers hoodies are always a popular choice when it comes to buying memorable graduation shirts.

Leavers hoodies are a great way to commemorate your school days. Not only are they functional and fun to wear while you are in your senior year but they are also a fantastic memento of your school years that you will look back on in the future and reminisce upon. In fact many love the cool look of their graduation hoodie that they continue to wear them past graduation!

A great place for those who will be graduating next year to start getting information on the styles and options available for the designing of their school's leavers hoodies and shirts is CliftonClothing.com.  Here you will find a large selection of different styles including Hoodies, Henley's, Polo Shirts and more. Make your graduating class shirt special and memorable with a Leavers Hoodie from Clifton Clothing.com

How To Repair Dry Damaged Hair - Video

In the video below, a hair care expert gives an overview of the different types of hair damage and shares some tips on how to repair dry damaged hair and keep it nice and strong.  

Heat damage from blow drying and straightening your hair can sneak up on you, leaving frizz, split ends, and dullness in its wake. But, you've heard this old adage before, and for good reason: "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," which couldn't be more true when it comes to keeping hair damage-free (and free of costly and time-consuming repair treatments).  Read the following article for seven ways to prevent dry damaged hair before it starts.

How To Fix Dry Damaged Hair

Every once in awhile, it's necessary to indulge in a lil' treat, whether it's the chocolate-encrusted donut you cut out of your diet months ago, or a luxurious day at the spa. Yet when we indulge, we often forget about our poor hair, which we subject to heat styling, chemical-laden products and dyeing more often than not.

Learn how to fix dry damaged hair.  "There are a million different ways we can damage our hair, whether it's from a weekly swim or just being out in the sun unprotected. So what's hair's version of a chocolate-encrusted donut topped with sprinkles? A regular dose of one of these intensive treatments that are guaranteed to leave you with healthy hair."

"We have an array of hair needs, from taming frizz to volumizing thin hair, and have tried nearly every product under the sun to get hair soft and shiny. With so many different treatments out there, it's hard to tell which ones really work and are worth the money. That's where our readers come in."

"They've tried them all and say these treatments help dry hair feel rejuvenated and moisturized, frizzy hair become smooth and sleek, and even thin, flat hair gain some va-va-voom volume that readers never thought they could achieve. So check out these products and treat your hair to something that's so good, you'll think it must be bad for you. " From Total Beauty.com

21 Best Conditioning Treatments for Dry Hair

Does your hair turn dry, brittle, and lifeless when summer comes around? Well not this year. See how to restore your hair to its vibrant, healthy state with one of these best conditioning treatments

This is a TotalBeauty.com hair care products article When summer rolls around, our hair unfortunately takes a beating. What with all the chlorine and salt water (not to mention our usual coloring and heat styling), we're left with a dry, brittle, and damaged mess. To return your hair back to its original shine and strength, treat your hair to one of the best treatments on the market now. Get healthy hair

NO. 21: KERASTASE MASQUINTENSE CONCENTRATED NOURISHING TREATMENT FOR THICK, VERY DRY, AND SENSITIZED HAIR, $53

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.5

"This is an absolute miracle. I love the way it makes my hair feel so silky."

NO. 20: L'OREAL PARIS VIVE PRO SMOOTH INTENSE CONDITIONING HAIR TREATMENT, $3.79

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.5

"After using this product, my hair is tame and it doesn't feel greasy at all. Plus, the product smells really nice, but isn't overpowering."

NO. 19: PANTENE PRO-V COLOR HAIR SOLUTIONS COLOR NOURISHING TREATMENT, $5.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.5

"My hair was brittle and breaking, so I started using this product a couple months ago and have been so impressed. I don't have to go in for my salon deep conditioning treatments anymore."

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