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, […]
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New Fave: Vapour Organic Beauty Aura Multi-Use Blush
Cream blushes are my new favorite invention. While they obviously are not new to most people, I was previously fearful of straying from my go-to powder blush. The past year has been fun as I’ve been experimenting with almost any cream blush I can get my hands on – and I recently got my paws […]
Eco Pretty: 7 Green Beauty Buys
Earth Day may have come and gone, but being green is something we spa lovers practice year-round. The theme of 2011’s Earth Day was “A billion acts of Green” a movement globally coordinated by the Earth Day Network, encouraging individuals and organizations alike to make at least one eco-friendly choice this Earth Day. While cleaning […]
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 […]
Carmindy's Beauty Tips for the Rest of Us: Crazy Busy Beautiful
Most of us have our beauty routine down to a science. We use the same products every day, try not to stray from our go-to makeup shades and rarely take a risk. Lately, I’ve been drawn to all the bold eye colors, faux lashes and red lips that have reappeared on the beauty scene. But […]
Spa Girls Picks for Luscious Lips
Eyes may be the windows to the soul but only your lips can whisper the sweet nothings of love. So for Cupid’s sake, make sure that pucker of yours is primed and ready for a Valentine’s Day smooch! Here are our top picks for pretty lips. Naturally Kissable Keep lips hydrated and kissable with a […]
Lip Smackers for Grown-ups: Crazy Rumors Lip Balms
I may be showing my age but as a wee spa girl, my love of Bonne Bell’s original Lip Smackers was about as deep as my crush on Donny Osmond. I remember many a Christmas morning emptying out my stocking into a pile and carefully separating out the new school supplies (mmm, pink gummy erasers […]
The Philosophy of Fall: Shake Up Your Makeup
Fall is finally here! Bring on the hot apple cider, pumpkin picking and of course, new makeup! It’s time to trade your summer shades for the cool hues of autumn, and our friends at philosophy have the goods! Arizona-based philosophy is a national sensation, and its Supernatural makeup line has quickly become a favorite. Here […]
Last-Minute Halloween Glitz from Hard Candy
Still haven’t decided what to be for Halloween? When in doubt, glam it up girlfriend! Hard Candy makeup has the goods to make it happen — all you need is a little imagination (and maybe a hot pair of stilettos). Best part is that you can pick up Hard Candy at any Walmart for a price […]
Buddha Balm: Lip-Smacking Good and Good for Lips!
Watch out waxy petroleum-based lip balms, Buddha Balm is about to rock your world. I wasn’t really expecting much when I cracked open my first tube of what looks like any ol’ lip balm. Oh sure, the name’s cute and kind of mysterious but what could possibly be said about another chapped lip stick? Uh, […]
Is Roll-On the New Airbrush? L’Oreal True Match Roller Review
For the past week, I have been adding the new L’Oreal Paris True Match Roller foundation to my morning makeup routine and I have to say I was a bit hesitant at first. While I love eye makeup (the bolder the shadow, the better as far as I am concerned!), I have never been one to […]
Making Pretty Faces with Estee Lauder at Fashion Week
We couldn’t end this most fashionable week without one more runway look that we adored from New York Fashion Week. This time, we’re talking makeup with the beauty innovators of Estée Lauder and the gorgeous faces and nails they created for the Derek Lam’s Spring/Summer 2011 runway show. Shades of bright orange illuminated eyes, cheeks […]
