I was just introduced to one of the most amazing lines of haircare products I’ve ever come in contact with: Cureology. Admittedly, one of the only things in my beauty regimen that I haven’t been able to give up and “go green” with (until now) is my haircare products. I have thin hair that I […]
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Fall Beauty 2011: Bird Hair, Winged Liner and Other Flighty Trends
Fall in Arizona means finally breaking free of triple-digit temperatures, but it also means a new array of beauty trends. From big hair (my personal favorite) to fierce eye makeup, we proudly unveil our favorite fall beauty trends. For the Birds No angry birds here! This fall, it’s all about flighty bird’s nest hairstyles. From […]
The Bridal Beauty Emergency Kit: 5 Must-Haves!
Face those avoidable wedding day snafus head on with these must-have bridal emergency items. You’ve seen never-ending list of emergency bridal basics: bobby pins, safety pins, extra lip gloss, clear nail polish, sewing items, snacks … the list goes on and on. But, according to our newlyweds in the office, these five items are indispensable for Spa […]
Bridal Beauty: A Product Junkie’s Journey Down the Aisle
With fall bridal season in full swing, the Spa Girl offices are abuzz with the latest and greatest in wedding day beauty. Being a recent bride, I thought back on the difficulty I had in finding the right products to look my best on my big day and decided it would have been much easier […]
Beauty Rx! Top 10 Solutions to Everyday Beauty Woes
We’ve all been there. You’re having a perfectly good hair day and then out of nowhere, an ugly red bump sprouts up on your cheek. Or, somewhere between the mad dash from the early morning workout to that last-minute meeting, your “smudge-proof” mascara is now smeared under your eyes. Arm yourself with these tools and […]
Summer Beauty on a Drugstore Budget
Summer Beauty doesn’t have to cost a pretty penny! We scoured the shelves of our local drugstores and mass market stores like Walmart and Walgreens for budget beauty finds to keep you shining all summer long. Nails Sally Hansen Crackle. Everyone’s doing it! The crackled, edgy look has become the new staple of nail art. […]
Practical Magic: Josie Maran Organic Argan Oil
I am in love with Josie Maran Organic Argan Oil. The type of love that prompted me to rush out and snag two more bottles to ensure I never (ever) run out. What’s so great about it? You can use the oil as your daily moisturizer, as a treatment for split ends, to condition cuticles, […]
Hydration Ovation: Ojon Damage Reverse Haircare Duo
It takes a lot these days to get me jumping up and down about a new shampoo and conditioner. I don’t know if you noticed but there’s a tangled jungle out there of haircare products. So when something comes along that rocks my socks off, I feel compelled to share. Now that I’ve got your […]
Lock, Stock and Smoking Volume: Living Proof Full Thickening Mousse
While I fluctuate between wanting sleek, stick-straight hair and full-blown volume, my styling options are limited because my naturally wavy hair is also naturally limp at the roots. Thank goodness for little miracles like Living Proof’s Full Thickening Mousse. Hasta la vista, limp locks! The name is self-explanatory – it’s a super light mousse that […]
Summer Beauty Forcast: Juicy Lips, Bold Shadows and Sunny Skies
Summer’s scorching temps may be well on their way but that doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice style. Summer 2011 beauty trends are hot-weather friendly — like our new fave, the hair-off-the-neck ballerina bun. So don’t sweat it, with these bright and bubbly trends of summer, you’ll shine like never before. Graphic Nails This summer, […]
When in the Shower: Take Wen Pomegranate Cleansing Conditioner!
Years ago, I saw an infomercial for a specialty shampoo and conditioner blend called Wen, an extremely gentle hair and body care line created by celebrity stylist Chaz Dean. I remember thinking the product seemed great but I hesitated to pick up the phone because I had been fooled by so many other infomercials (hello skincare systems […]
Allure Best of Beauties
The readers and editors of Allure magazine have one thing in common: The search for the best beauty products – a conditioner that tames the frizzies, an eyeliner that glides on effortlessly, a moisturizer that delivers on its promise of plump, glowing skin. Over the past decade, Allure’s loyal fans and staff have put literally […]
