Perfect-for-Everyone Presents

Shopping doesn’t have to be a pain — especially with these gift ideas

Get your shopping done in a snap this year! Check out these 11 creative gifts that are earth-friendly to boot. They’re perfect for everyone on your list from your child’s teacher, your hairdresser, even your mother-in-law! See gifts

Welcome to Cyber Monday! There are alot of deals ready for picking and clicking, so get going! Here’s a goodie compliments of Aveda. Enjoy!
THE OFFER: Receive 4 sample size products + receive free shipping with just a $25 purchase at Aveda.com – enter promo code PICK4 and follow this link (this is the update).

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Find the Perfect Long-Lasting Lipstick

Real women put them to the test so you don’t have to

Looking for a lipstick that’ll last through your holiday party (not to mention a few trips under the mistletoe)? Well, we’ve found some for you. TotalBeauty.com had readers try nine different lipsticks that claim to be long lasting in order to find out which ones will really stand the test of time. Check out the results here. See lipsticks

Oy this subject! I love a stain and use one on days where I am going to be working and going from one gig to another with no time in between to re-do my makeup. Thank goodness f or goodies like Benefit’s Benetint and Skindinavia’s Jet Set makeup setting spray to make it through the day.

Now, I’ve tried alot of brands of long lasting lipstick and I’m not a huge fan of one or the other because they always dry out my lips. Sure, the color is still there, but lip also looks likes like a brightly hued scab.

Click through on the beauty bubble and review the brands and as always, if you pick up a tube of something and hate it, you can always return or exchange as long as you have your receipt and the package it came in. Good luck!
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Quick Fixes for Perfect Eyebrows

These expert tricks will help get you gorgeous arches at home

Few things can transform our faces more than eyebrows. It’s critical not to overpluck, or pluck them into a bad shape. Doing your own brows can be a little intimidating at first, but with these tips from brow expert Kristie Streicher, from the Warren Tricomi Salons in Los Angeles and New York, you’ll be a master plucker in no time. See tips

OK, call me a sicko: I love the dentist scraping and eyebrow plucking.
It may be a small niche of people, but these personal hygiene routines are rather pleasant to me and I look forward to it.
If you are intimidated by waxing or have been hurt by plucking, consider “threading” as done by a skilled Pakistani/Middle eastern woman. The technique originated in those parts and usually comes across the ocean with those that immigrate here.
I like a medium sized brow that can be shaped with powders and pencils or even covered with a wax so another shape can be drawn over it. But that’s just me.
Enjoy today’s beauty bubble and bravely go the way that most of us have at some time: pluck ‘em!
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Stocking Stuffer Quiz: Find Perfect Gifts for Everyone On Your List

Answer a few quick questions and get ideal recommendations for the loved ones on your shopping list

Everyone has that someone (or someones) on their list that are practically impossible to buy for. Rather than wander the mall aimlessly for days trying to come up with a gift they’ll like, just take this quiz to find gifts they’ll love. It’s almost too easy. Take the quiz

I sure hope you enjoyed your day of feasting and family! I know I did.
Now, one thing that I did notice and found curious this year is that the retail markets seem to go straight from halloween decorations and products to Christmas gifts and stylings.
Sheesh! Don’t rush me already!
Though n ow that the Thanksgiving holiday is officially over, I’m ready to break out the holly, eggnog and put up the tree.
I”m not out shopping by the way, just in case you were wondering; I’m actually busy on another project.
While the long holiday weekend lingers, enjoy the beauty bubble with more details on how to get great beauty deals for your list of gift giving!
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Gravy is good for the skin. Go have some more to strengthen and gird yourself for tomorrow’s shopping extravaganza!
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Beauty Recipes that Reduce Stress — and Make Great Gifts

Need to relax or have a gift recipient who does? Make it easier with these homemade beauty products

We’re loving these simple beauty recipes for several reasons. One, they’re so easy to make, all they use are ingredients you already have in your kitchen, no pricey trip to the store necessary. Two, they’re all specifically tailored to relax and de-stress you — and who couldn’t use that this time of year? Three, there are quite a few that you could package up and give as gifts, it’s an inexpensive but thoughtful present your friends and family are sure to love! See recipes

The All Nighter Styling Powder will be participating in the VH1 Save The Music Foundation’s “Big Shopping” event an online shopping experience at www.VH1BigShopping.com, where customers across the country can purchase items from the newest, hottest and most exclusive retailers and designers starting Friday, November 27th thru Thursday, December 31st.

Featuring celeb supporters, trendsetters and special guests, “VH1 Big Shopping” will link consumers with the most coveted items inspired by music and today’s pop culture, in support of VH1 Save The Music Foundation’s work to jumpstart instrumental music education programs in U.S. public elementary and middle schools.

The ALL NIGHTER Styling Powder is the ultimate all natural styling product and comes in six color-matched options for all hair types. The ALL NIGHTER Styling Powder absorbs excess oil and contains real silk powder for a luxurious satin feel You can love yourself and your hair using The ALL NIGHTER, because it contains no parabens, no aluminum, no talc, no silica, no propellant, and of course, it’s cruelty-free! Gently scented.

Celebrity fans include Rachel Zoe, Ted Gibson, Jordana Brewster, Bridget Marquardt, Katherine McPhee and ‘Miss J’ Alexander.
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Save Cash with these Holiday Discounts

Check out these great deals, beauty freebies and free shipping offers that’ll last the rest of this year

We could all stand to save a few bucks while holiday shopping this year, and these deals will be a major help! We found tons of stuff, from sites offering free shipping, to discounts, cool gifts-with-purchase and more! See deals

Yey for holiday deals! The Thanksgiving celebrations are upon us and gather your strength for Black Friday early shopping adventures!
If you prefer to stay inside and rest yourself, then today’s beauty bubble is a online shopping list to prepare you for Cyber Monday. Enjoy!

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How to Have a Feel-Good Holiday this Year

‘Tis the season to be an earth-friendly, environmentally conscious anti-scrooge

Sleigh bells are ringing, snow is glistening, and you’re all about that walk through a winter wonderland. But along with the joy of these seasonal outdoor elements comes the stress of holiday shopping, party hopping and family gathering. We say, no need to be gloomy when there’s merriness to be found. Here, ways to relax and rejoice, while respecting the green (both the Earth and your loot). See tips

Sing it with me “turkey lurkey loo, turkey lurkey lah, goin to have two servings and then exhale and say ahhh”.

We are mere days away from Thankgsgiving. I have so much to be thankful for and I”m super excited about celebrating this year and hope you are too!

Today’s beauty bubble is about putting your best face forward for the Holidays. And why not? You have everything to be excited about! If you live in Phoenix, the Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo and Glendale Glitters light show are two things to smile about!

Enjoy todays beauty bubble and have another ladle of gravy!
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Top 20 Earth-Friendly Beauty Gifts

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

Why not try something a little different this season and look for eco-friendly gifts? Any of the products in this round-up will fit the bill — they’re all eco-friendly and tested and approved by (notoriously picky) TotalBeauty.com readers. See products

Cyber Monday is a rally cry to internet shopping enthusiasts. I won’t be shoppoing on Black Friday, though I may be shopping from my laptop on cyber Monday. Try the beauty bubble suggestions for your beauty gifts.
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TV Characters with the Best and Worst Hair

Did your faves make the list? Find out here!

TV show stylists have the fun, and sometimes difficult, task of conveying characters with hair and makeup. Sometimes they hit a home run and the character’s look totally makes sense, and other times … not so much. Check out our favorite and least favorite TV character looks here. See hairstyles

So much going on in this photo! First, that’s my Patrice Beaute model test color: at first it was purple. Yes, purple. Then ,toned down with a 4N brown which should have been light but actually was a bit darker than my normal 3N. The best thing about the Patrice Beaute new color line is that it has the most aromatic color and developer that I’ve experienced in a while. In fact, it smells darn near as good as AVEDA products.

Now, what I am holding in the picture are healthy, luxury and rich ME lipsticks. They are 100% certified organic, paraben-free and all three formulas are belnded with anti0xidant rich grape seed oil and vitamin A to help regenerate damaged skin cells.
All of the ME Lip products have no parabens, no bisbmuth oxichloride, additives, oils, talcs, harh chemicals or preservatives.
There are thee forumlas to choose from:
Vitarich
Sheer and creme plus a lipgloss line.

If you are a savvy bride getting ready to elope or have the fairy tale wedding, these shades and formultations are a perfect choice for your wedding day signature color. Due to the rich emulsion and moisturizing formula it will keep your lips feeling great for kissing and caking, plus the gloss is highly pigmented with great shine.

In the photo I am wearing CranberrySpice with Hot Pink gloss over it. These have been around since 2003 and you can get your s online at www.mineralessence.com, or at Beauty 360 stores and Sears Beyond Beauty.

Enjoy!

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