The Best Products for Curly Hair

In a sea of styling aids, these 13 are tops

Curly-haired ladies, the search is over. According to TotalBeauty.com editors and users, these products successfully tame, soften and sculpt curls to their finest, Botticelli-esque state. Read on to find out which conditioners and styling aids will finally get you to stop calling your hair “kinky,” “frizzy” or (gasp!) “shapeless.” See products

I don’t have curly hair, it’s wavy. And only along the back of my head up to the ears. It’s a wee bit odd. The very crown of my head is straight. Talk about product challenges!
I know that my friends who have very curly hair are always concerned about frizziness and there are some suggestions in the daily beauty bubble to deal with those concerns.

In the meantime, check out www.wehelpwomen.com for registration to the Makeup 101 class I am teaching on May 4th.
If you know of a lady who is in a “transitional’ point of her life, please refer her! I love the opportunity to work with women who don’t normally have access to a professional makeup artist.
See you there!
Visit http://www.makeupuniversity.com for information
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Backstage Beauty Tips

Learn the 26 tricks we picked up from top hair, makeup and nail pros

We asked hair, makeup and nail artists for their best kept secrets. Read on to find tips that will help add a little runway glamour to your signature style. See tips

Ladies, and some gents:
Here is one to print and put in your purse, locker, and suitcase because it is full of so many amazing beauty secrets and cosmetic secrets.
Enjoy the learning!
P.S.
Did you remember to register for the Makeup 101 class at Fresh Start Women’s foundation?
It’s $5, and child care is free. Why I say register first is because it helps me prepare for the number of ladies who are attending and make great beauty goody bags for you to take with you after class.

Go t o www.wehelpwomen.com for more information and directions!
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How to Avoid Makeup Meltdown

Pro tips on keeping a fresh face — even in sweltering hot weather

Making makeup last all day– especially in hot, muggy conditions– doesn’t have to be a high-maintenance hassle. Follow these tips from pro makeup artists Charlie Green and Molly Stern and your look, whether natural or dramatic, won’t melt away. See tips

It’s one of the most talked about and question asked right next to what product to use: and that question is: “How do I make my makeup last all day?”. Enjoy the beauty bubble today, because after reading it, I couldn’t have said it better myself!
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Top Tips to Looking Sexy Over 40

Try the makeover tricks we used on TotalBeauty.com reader Kim to help spice up her dating life

New to the Internet dating scene at age 50, Kim turned to our makeover dream team for beauty tips to help in showing off her sexy, independent self. Follow their steps to see whether their advice worked, and how you can recreate her look on your next date. See makeover

Now who doesn’t need good info like this?
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The Top 11 Best-Hair Cities

Did your hometown make the list? Find out!

Are you having a good hair day? You probably are if you’re living in one of these cities. We looked at humidity levels, pollution, rainfall, average wind speeds, water hardness, demographics and the number of beauty salons per capita to find which cities have the best conditions for healthy, stylish hair. So did your town make the list? See cities

I definately think that Phoenix i s one of the best hair cities! Even in the hot, hot sun, a good style with some textured product can hold up. It’s the sunscreen on your scalp that you have to watch out for!
Did you register for the May 4th class at Fresh Start Foundation for Women yet?
If not, go to www.wehelpwomen.com and e or call your reservation!
I’ve got an action packed class mixed with bags of beauty goodies for you!
Or call 602-252-8494
See you there! Remember to come clean faced and with your own bag of product to learn with!
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The Best and Worst Retro Celebrity Hairstyles

See these hairstyle hits and misses on Drew Barrymore, Heidi Klum, Scarlett Johansson and more

Recently, celebrities are drawing inspiration from many eras including the turn of the century, the twenties, forties, sixties and seventies. While a retro hairstyle can be a refreshing change now and then, it presents pitfalls that even stars need to avoid. See hairstyles

I love retro styling and pin up looks! True, some styles are better than others, so here’s a peek at what some celebrities are wearing.
You know the real secret to a great retro look is using a hair rat for your rolls and a good red matte lipstick, like Lorac’s Explore.
Enjoy!
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The Best and Worst Wet n Wild Products

Check out which nail polishes, eye shadows, lipglosses and more our readers love, and, well, love to hate

Buying Wet n Wild is an inexpensive way for us get our beauty fix without hurting our wallets. Heck, half the stuff they sell you could buy with change found in your couch cushions. Check out this guide to what’s hot and what’s not, and then search those couch cushions or bust open that piggy bank. See products

The Worst: No. 3: Wet n Wild MegaColors Lipstick, $1.99

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 6.4*

It’s “just overall really mediocre” they say and feels “icky on …”

No. 2: Wet n Wild Wild Shine Nail Color, $.99

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 6*

“The finish is just awful– no smoothness whatsoever, very chunky, streaky and coarse …”

The Best: No. 9: Wet n Wild Silk Finish Blush Compact, $3.49

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.6*

“The pigmentation is dense– so a little goes a long way” and “it literally stayed on all day …”

Want to see the rest of the list? Click here!

Every one who wears makeup at one point in their life has used a Wet – n – Wild product. Here’s a review of which are really worth your ninety-nine cents!

Remember to make your reservation for the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation class on May 4th!
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In honor of the Earth day: enjoy the info!

Kiss My Face has re-packaged their existing line and improved eco-friendly packaging elements! As the eco-beauty arena becomes saturated with products – Kiss My Face has
stay true to their roots of producing the best quality of natural beauty products without reducing the quality of ingredients.

In their efforts to reduce, Kiss My Face has eliminated paper leaflets in their Potent & Pure organic skincare system. Instead of the traditional “How-to” with leaflets, Kiss My Face created video tutorials on the system with REAL Kiss My Face fans! No actors needed to express their love of the Potent & Pure organic skincare system.

The Kiss My Face Potent & Pure organic skincare system combines the latest scientific research with beneficial botanicals, vitamins, extracts and minerals that are time tested and true. The line can be tailored to meet the needs of all skin types, including aging and acne prone skin. Kiss My Face has uploaded a chart with specific products for skin needs.
The Potent & Pure Organic Face Care includes products to cleanse, treat & moisturize skin. The Potent & Pure skincare line’s packaging is comprised of 65% post consumer corrugate & produced in a facility that utilizes wind power and water soluble inks. The collection will be available in January at Whole Foods and other stores where fun, natural products are sold.

Clean for a Day (Creamy Face Cleanser) $15.00 (4oz.)
83% organic
This soap-free, non-drying formula uses natural cleansing agents from sugar and corn to remove dirt and debris. Rich in moisturizers to hydrate skin as you cleanse, the soothing scents of natural vanilla and tangerine heighten the senses. Shea Butter softens the skin, while Jojoba Oil hydrates it and Ester C, the most absorbable form of Vitamin C, helps fight free radicals. Kiss My Face has chosen Tapioca Root Starch, a natural alternative to Ceteareth 20, to make the formula as natural as possible.
Insider Tip: Clean for a Day can also be used with a cotton ball as a make-up remover.
Underage, $21.00 (1oz.)
83% organic
An intensely rich, yet readily absorbed, mega-moist blend of organic botanicals, antioxidant Vitamins A, E, and hydrating Borage Oil to stall the skin’s aging process, smooth lines, and to soften and fully nourish skin. Borage Oil is the world’s richest source of the essential fatty acid Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), which stimulates cell regeneration and rejuvenation. We’ve added the stimulating, sensual aroma of Rose Oil and Honeysuckle Extract for a heightened sense of well-being. Underage is superb for very dry or sun damaged skin.

Insider Tip: Can be mixed with Balancing Toner for a light moisturizer.

Breakout, $19.00 (1oz.)
63% organic
Diminish and control skin breakouts, redness, and inflammation with this therapeutic Tea Tree Extract formula which controls the production of sebaceous oils, disinfects, and neutralizes bacteria. Cool, fresh, Organic Mint soothes and stimulates skin.

Insider Tip: Can be applied all over oily skin as a serum, or as needed as a spot treatment.

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The 13 Worst-Hair Cities

These towns have the worst conditions for hair. Is it time for you to call the movers?

We all have bad hair days, but instead of cursing the mighty hair gods and calling in sick, you might want to consider packing your bags. There are a number of factors contributing to frustrating frizz and dried out strands, but as it turns out it, they could all be due to the city you call home. From looking at national averages of humidity/wind/rain/sun, water-hardness, pollution levels and even the number of salons in the area, Totalbeauty.com has located the worst cities for your ‘do. Did your city make the list? See the list

I live in the greater Phoenix area, and around here, most people always look like they’ve been to the salon before they go out. Either the sun has baked the hairstyle into a permanent position, or everyone is preening before they go out.
Spray in hair sunscreen is a must here in the summer, especially if you color your hair because the sun will strip it in days!
Enjoy the fun info on the beauty bubble and I’ll see you soon at the May 4th Fresh Start Women’s Foundation Makeup 101 class. Remember, it’s $5 to register, you have free childcare available at the center and I always send you off with a goodie bag of products. The catch being, it’s what I find in the www.wehelpwomen.com beauty closet.
Visit the website to learn more and register for the May 4th class.
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Top 20 Earth-Friendly Beauty Products

The hottest skin care, makeup and hair care on every green chick’s list

What’s the hot trend in beauty? Going green. But don’t break out the emerald eyeshadow just yet, we mean green as in environmentally friendly. New to the green scene? Use TotalBeauty.com readers’ unbiased ratings to help you know what products to try first. See products

No. 20: 100% Pure Organic Coffee Bean Eye Cream, $19

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7*

Why it’s great: Readers say it’s “very moisturizing and soothing” and they can feel their “eyes tightening”…

No. 19: Juice Beauty Oil-Free Moisturizer, $28

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.8*

Why it’s great: The certified organic white grape and pomegranate juice in this moisturizer “help balance out… oily skin”…

No. 18: DHC Olive Virgin Oil, $44.80

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8*

Why it’s great: “It seriously softens and… feels great after flying.” They also say even oily skin can use it at night…

Want to see what’s #1? Click here!

Enjoy your Green Day beauty! I really love seeing all the “sulfate” free items coming onto the shelves from major labels like L’Oreal and Revlon. Way to go!
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