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Skincare Report: My Favorite Value Sets…

February 4, 2010 · Comments

You know I am a stickler for skincare, especially good skincare. However, I am all about NOT wasting money….that’s why I love “try me” sets. This gives you the opportunity to try out the skincare and see if it works for you without spending an arm and a leg on the whole enchilada. Here are some of my favorites… Jurlique Rebalance Sensitivity Kit Love Jurlique and if you have sensitive skin then this one is for you. This kit is specially created to calm and comfort sensitive skin. Clarins Super Restorative Collection I ADORE Clarins, they are fantastic for... [Read the full story]

Drugstore Diva

Drugstore Diva: Lumene Exellent Future…

January 5, 2010 · Comments

Man I love it when you can get seriously expensive skincare ingredients at the drugstore! Lumene has come up with a one two punch that will deliver potent anti-aging benefits. Their latest line, Excellent Future combines modern cell technology with Arctic white peat in a new patented ingredient called Applexcell. Designed to protect the most important skin cells, this new ingredient helps to protect vital cells, thereby promoting the skin’s ability to repair itself. The cream helps to combat the effects of aging and smooth the appearance of wrinkles that have already formed. These... [Read the full story]

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Beauty News: Bobbi Brown Launches “Pretty Powerful” Campaign…

February 2, 2010 · Comments

Oh how I love me some Bobbi!! Not only does she make products for everywoman, she is also the consummate philanthropist….constantly giving back and creating things that celebrate women for being happy and comfortable with who they are. This month, Bobbi Brown launches a new campaign called Pretty Powerful. This campaign celebrates Bobbi’s belief that all women possess natural beauty, and with the right tools, are empowered to a higher level of pretty. The campaign will feature real women, or “Friends of Bobbi,” and their before/after photos, videos and testimonials as the... [Read the full story]

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New Look for a New Decade Contest!!

December 22, 2009 · Comments

Looking for a hair overhaul?? Disillusioned with the current status of your hair? Need a new style?? Here’s your chance! I am giving away a gift certificate to the Ted Gibson Salon in Chevy Chase for a complimentary haircut with celebrity stylist Adrin “Seven” Washington! Adrin’s work has been seen in the pages of Vogue, Essence and other leading beauty and fashion magazines as well as Good Morning America, Martha Stewart and Extreme Makeover. Patti La Belle, Chaka Khan and Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson are among his celebrity clientele. Want to get it? ... [Read the full story]

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Get The Look: Katy Perry at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards…

February 1, 2010 · Comments

You know why I love Katy Perry? Because she is talented, abashedly unapologetic about her look and opinions….oh yeah and she’s gawgus. Cover Girl Makeup Artist Jake Bailey created a soft smokey eye (all the rage these days!!) Katy had a recent trip to India and was inspired, along with Jake, they collaborated to create this look. After a recent trip to India, Katy Perry brought back a variety of bindis and together, with celebrity makeup artist Jake Bailey, they used this as inspiration to create a “bettie page, Indian princess look” for this year’s Grammy Awards. To... [Read the full story]

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Skincare Report: My Favorite Value Sets…

February 4, 2010 · Comments

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Must Have: Eve Pearl Salmon Concealer & Treatment…

I know….I know SALMON? YES SALMON. Bear with me….a few weeks back, I was in NYC for some meetings and I popped over to see my beauty sister Felicia of This That Beauty. She is doing some consulting for the fabulous Emmy Award winning makeup artist Eve Pearl. If you don’t know about Eve….peep...

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Beauty News: Bobbi Brown Launches “Pretty Powerful” Campaign…

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TMG Faves: Lancôme ‘La Laque Fever’ Lip Shine…

I think you know by now, I am picky with lip gloss. I’m also not a bandwagon jumper so when something new comes out, it actually takes me a bit to fall in love with it if everyone is saying how great it is. I have to conduct my own field research because as we all know, one person’s beauty trash is...

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Get The Look: Katy Perry at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards…

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Red Carpet Beauty: Beyonce at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards…

Beyonce looked amazing in bronzey tones at the Grammys tonight. But what is that in her hair? Well, it’s the one and only Bling Strands. Bling Strands are metallic strands much like extensions, that can be tied into your hair for extra flair. Since they are metallic you would think you can’t do...

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Spring 2010: Bobbi Brown Cabana Corals Colection…

Looking at the shades on a 32 degree day is making me feel like I want some sand between my toes! I have never been a huge fan of corals because I just cannot stand the way orange looks on me. However, these shades have me thinking I migth reconsider! Love the color, but worry it’ll look too bright or chalky?...

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TMG Faves: Tarte Natural Lip Stain Pencil…

I am always on the lookout for natural looking options to have a bit of color on my lips. My lips have virtually no natural tint to them so I use stains quite a bit. Most are messy and liquid BUT Tarte has come out with this AWESOME product called Tarte Natural Lip Stain Pencil that is an extension of my all time...

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Get This: Blow – The New York Blow Dry Bar at Home…

Have you heard about this place??? Blow, the perfect hair dream is a “blow drying bar” in NYC. No cuts, no color JUST STYLE. $40, $50 or $60 depending on length and texture. Nothing like a fresh blow out, am I right?? PLUS you can get a-la-carte extras like flat ironing or rollers starting at...

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Celebrity Beauty: Rachel Bilson Gets Buttery Highlights…

Brunette Rachel Bilson, got some drastic buttery looking highlights the other day in Los Angeles. It definitely goes with her bohemian style but it is decidely un-done which is kinda cool looking. That whole “I have roots” look that Madonna rocked for much of the 90’s goes perfectly with her un-done...

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Give Pretty!: Ted Gibson & Lela Rose for Labels For Love…

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending a charity event featuring a fashion show by desigener Lela Rose, at the Renaissance Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC. The Mayflower is one of the most beautiful hotels in the DC area had a lavishly decorated lobby with artwork from local artists Lolly Amons, Roxanne Christie,...

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Beauty News: Beyoncé Covers the February Issue of Allure Magazine…

Beyoncé is undoubtedly a superstar of massive proportions. She is everywhere lately, including the February issue of Allure magazine. At the shoot, she was low-key behind the scenes (she requested Uno cards for her dressing room), but certainly not low-energy on the set. When a Michael Jackson song came on, she...

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Must Have: Eve Pearl Salmon Concealer & Treatment…

I know….I know SALMON? YES SALMON. Bear with me….a few weeks back,...

Must Have: Kate Somerville ExfoliKate…

An appointment with celebrity dermatologist Kate Somerville? Not unless you have...

Must Have: Lancome Genefique Eye Cream…

I am super careful about what I put around my eyes. My skin can’t really...

Must Have: Sulfate Free Haircare…

Since I got the keratin treatment, I have been on the hunt for shampoos/conditioners...

Must Have: Hot New Beauty Tools by Sultra…

Sultra is one of the newest advanced styling appliance brands to enter the market....

Must Have: NARS 15th Anniversary Palettes & Book…

Oh be still my heart…..one of my most favorite makeup lines turned 15. I...

Must Have: Bliss The Youth As We Know It Concentrated Serum…

I am a sucker for serums of any kind. I feel like they give you targeted solutions...

Must Have: Juara Tamarind Tea Toner…

A few weeks back, during the DC Beauty Tour, I had to opportunity to meet with the...

Must Have: Smashbox High Definition Dual Finish Micro Powder…

Oh you are gonna LOVE this. An oil absorbing powder that gives you 3 finishes in...

Must Have: MAC Volcanic Ash

Oh happy day!!!! My beloved Volcanic Ash has returned reincarnated! You may remember...

Must Have: The Brazilian Peel…

I will admit, I am a recent adopter and cheerleader for peels. I never saw the...

Must Have: Patyka Eucalyptus Huile Corps Bio…

After a long hot summer, my skin is overly dry and parched, thank goodness for Patyka...

Must Have: Barbie Loves Stila Lip Glaze…

One of my all time favorite glosses has some new sass going on. Barbie Loves Stila...

Must Have: Clarisonic Mia Travel Skin Care Brush…

Rgular readers know how much I adore my Clarisonic skin care brush. It’s...

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TMG Faves

TMG Faves: Lancôme ‘La Laque Fever’ Lip Shine…

I think you know by now, I am picky with lip gloss. I’m also not a bandwagon...

TMG Faves: Tarte Natural Lip Stain Pencil…

I am always on the lookout for natural looking options to have a bit of color on...

TMG Faves: MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder…

I have never been a huge fan of mineral makeup in general. In theory, it sounds great…built...

TMG Faves: MAC Studio Fix Lash…

Goodness….goodness…goodness. Love this mascara almost as much as I love...

TMG Faves: Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge…

As you know, I LOVE multi-tasking products, It saves time and money. Anything that...

TMG Faves: Clinique Quickliner For Eyes…

I love a liner that lasts…..especially all day. One of my all time favorites...

TMG Faves: The Makeup Girl’s Best of 2009…

Well here we are, another year has come and gone (almost!!) and although I have sifted...

TMG Faves: iS Clinical Cleansing Complex…

I love double duty products….multi-taskers are my favorite thing of all time. ...

Holiday 2009: TMG Faves From Stila’s Holiday Offerings…

There are a few things I am LOVING from Stila this holiday. From Lipglaze to smudge...

TMG Faves: Clinque Super Balm in Black Honey…

Ooooooohhhhhh be still my heart! My most FAVE gloss EVER in the most wanted, most...

TMG Faves: Bobbi Brown Basics Eye Palette…

One of my favorite “go to” shadow palettes is from Bobbi Brown (surprise..surprise!! ...

TMG Faves: NARS Cream Shadow…

Nothing better than creamy shadows, some are better than others though. One of my...

TMG Faves: Kiehl’s Imperial Body Balm…

Now that the weather is cooler, I have switched to heavier creams to quench my nearly...

TMG Faves: Vaseline Cocoa Butter Deep Conditioning Extra Rich Cream…

If you have dry skin in the cooler months like me then you need this in your life!...

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Skincare Report: My Favorite Value Sets…

Drugstore Diva

Drugstore Diva: Lumene Exellent Future…

Beauty News

Beauty News: Bobbi Brown Launches “Pretty Powerful” Campaign…

Contest

New Look for a New Decade Contest!!

Celebrity Beauty

Get The Look: Katy Perry at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards…

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