Archive for January, 2011



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Get Rid of Facial Hair — Stat!

Find out all the different forms of hair removal and pick the one that’s right for you

Get Rid of Facial Hair -- Stat!

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Because of the stigma sometimes associated with facial hair, you can become self-conscious, suffer from self-esteem issues and/or become reluctant to enter into a romantic relationship. But, don’t despair! Check out these options on removing facial hair now.

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The TriWest Healthcare Alliance Shot at Glory Returns to the Famed 16th Hole »
Ever wonder what it would be like to hit a shot on the famed par-3, 16th hole at the TPC Scottsdale during the Waste Management Phoenix Open? Birds Nest anyone?
**Hello Gorgeous! Enjoy the golf speak before we actually talk beauty and all things lovely?
I’m holding in these photos a superb collection of the new scent and packaing in Crabtree & Evelynn. It’s a luscious pear floral layered with sweet and tangy scents.

If you are attending the PGA Tour here in Scottsdale, playing golf, watching or entertaining for golf I highly suggest you run down to the local mall with a Crabtree & Evelynn retail front and get a set or two of these luxurious pampering body treats.

Camilo Villegas, Vijay Singh and Y.E. Yang Among Latest Commitments to 2011 Waste Management Phoenix Open »
Three-time PGA TOUR winner Camilo Villegas, two-time Phoenix Open Champion Vijay Singh, 2009 PGA Championship winner Y.E. Yang and 2008 Masters Champion Trevor Immelman

**Again, more love golfspeak that is here courtesy of the www.wmphoenixopen.com website-thanks for sharing.

Look, don’t take my word for it-just because my experience with the lotions and soaps was sumptuous and creamy while also being decadent to the sight, smell and touch-you should get this for your guest bathroom and office building bathroom to help bring the nature of the business up a notch!

Or, just get it all and keep it for your self-no harm in that either because you will have lovely moisturized scented skin. Enjoy the time at the Waste Management Phoenix open and please remember to wear sunscreen!

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Real Woman Edgy Haircut and Color Makeover

Need to change up your look? Get inspired by checking out this makeover

Real Woman Edgy Haircut and Color Makeover

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To get a competitive edge in a cutthroat market, Anna wanted a cut and color that would make a statement, but still look professional.

See her transformation

Ladies and gentleman-may I have your attention please! This deal is super for Super Bowl Sunday!

Get your appointment made today then get your style on before you go to your Super Bowl Party!
Need a referral? Go see Star Flores at Tempe Marketplace Arizona Hair Co. …as for me? So far so good! I have enjoyed every cut and style to date and you just may too!

Visit the www.arizonahairco.com to print the coupon out! Enjoy!

photo courtesy of Arizona Hair Co.

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p.s. For those of you who live in Arizona like me, especially in the greater Phoenix area you know that February 6th is more than Super Bowl sunday, it’s also the Phoenix Thunderbirds Waste Management Open-all the PGA greats will be on the final day playing for the trophy! Then after the Super Bowl game! It’s a full day of sports so get your beauty and style on early!

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Chocolate-your best beauty treatment yet!



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Your Skin Care Personality

See what essential products your skin care regimen is lacking

Your Skin Care Personality

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How does your skin care routine stack up? And, what does it say about your personality? Answer these nine questions to find out.

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Hello Gorgeous!
Valentines day is coming up and it’s traditional to give or get chocolates.
Well busy moms, brides, and ladies-I’m here to tell you, this is some of the best chocolate I have ever had!
The blue box of William Dean chocolates has a purple butterfly in the box. That is a lavender infused chocolate!
Each of these are hand crafted, unique and complex in flavor and texture.
Like I said before, this is not your average See’s box of chocolate!
They are incredibly delicious to look at and eat!
If you are considering giving chocolate for Valentines day, or a birthday, or an anniversary or for any reason-please consider the William Dean or Jacques Torres!

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Real Woman Edgy Haircut and Color Makeover

Need to change up your look? Get inspired by checking out this makeover

Real Woman Edgy Haircut and Color Makeover

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To get a competitive edge in a cutthroat market, Anna wanted a cut and color that would make a statement, but still look professional.

See her transformation

Hello gorgeous! I love you and I support you in your dream! It’s only 30 secons, make a video now! Quit making excuses, now! Remember the saying for 2011-no excuses just results! You can do it! Why not? When would now be a good time to make a step towards your dream? Moms, do it now! Just make a short video-get your kids to help you if you need…but do it! Lots of fun stuff to look at so please take the mere moment to do so…and, if you are in need of some amazing Avon products, please call your fellow busy mom Sara Hoekstra to get some and enter CHERELYNN in the promo code to receive a discount! Go mom go!





THIRTY SECONDS TO SHARE YOUR STORY, SONG AND YOUR SPIRIT
AVON VOICES OFFERS ASPIRING SONGSTRESSES THE CHANCE TO BE HEARD
BY MUSIC INDUSTRY HEAVY HITTERS FERGIE, NATASHA BEDINGFIELD, DIANE WARREN, AMONG OTHERS
NEW YORK – January 27, 2010 – Thirty seconds is all it takes to potentially make it big and gain exposure to audiences from more than 60 countries and be professionally judged by music-industry greats like Fergie, six-time Grammy award winner; legendary songwriter, Diane Warren; Natasha Bedingfield, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter; Lea Salonga, Filipina singer and actress and Russian sensation, Valeriya, among others.
Be empowered! Avon Voices is inviting people everywhere to join a worldwide movement that unites and inspires through the universal language of music. Women around the world are making their voices count by telling their stories, sharing their dreams, and showcasing their talents at www.avonvoices.com.
It’s easier than you think. Through February 13, 2011, women can sing out on a 30-second video clip from the approved song list at www.avonvoices.com and be a part of a global movement. Talented finalists of the year-long program will travel to exciting destinations such as Hong Kong, Hollywood, Rio de Janeiro, New York, Paris and Nashville. With that comes professional coaching, Avon makeovers and studio time for performance videos.
Avon Voices is the company’s first-ever global online singing talent search for women and songwriting competition for men and women in celebration of its 125th Anniversary. At the conclusion of the program, Diane Warren will be providing an anthem to be recorded by up to 10 global finalists alongside many of Avon Voices celebrity judges. The anthem will debut live at the Avon Foundation for Women Annual Awards Gala, scheduled for Fall 2011 in New York City.
This moving anthem, as well as other Avon Voices recordings, will be available for purchase in certain countries, and a percentage of your purchase will help advance the Avon Foundation for Women’s global campaign to end violence against women and girls. Find out more about music purchases at www.avonvoices.com. To date, Avon global philanthropy has raised and awarded more than $30 million directed to domestic and gender violence awareness, education, direct services and prevention programs.
About Avon Products, Inc.
Avon, the company for women, is a leading global beauty company, with over $10 billion in annual revenue. As the world’s largest direct seller, Avon markets to women in more than 100 countries through approximately 6.2 million active independent Avon Sales Representatives. Avon’s product line includes beauty products, as well as fashion and home products, and features such well-recognized brand names as Avon Color, Anew, Skin-So-Soft, Advance Techniques, Avon Naturals, and Mark. Learn more about Avon and its products at www.avoncompany.com.
About Avon Foundation for Women
The Avon Foundation for Women was founded in 1955 to improve the lives of women. Through 2010, Avon global philanthropy has donated more than $800 million in more than 50 countries for causes most important to women. Today, Avon philanthropy focuses its funding on breast cancer research and access to care and efforts to end domestic and gender violence. Avon has also responded generously in times of major global disasters and emergencies.
To learn more about Avon Voices, go to http://www.avonvoices.com/ or follow us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/avonvoices) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/avonvoices).
sarahoekstra@friendlyhomesales.com

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I Finally Found a Fix for My Puffy Eyes

I have a confession to make… I am a bona fide, hardcore sodium addict, and as result, I have some serious swelling issues

I Finally Found a Fix for My Puffy Eyes

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Thankfully I found three things that really help to banish the bags without breaking my piggy bank. They are …

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Hello gorgeous! If you want a romantic style for your upcoming Valentines day-whether you celebrate you or your union, try this simple, easy, salon at home style from the experts at Warren-Tricomi!
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For perfect Valentine’s Day hair Edward Tricomi of Warren-Tricomi Salons recommends sexy, wavy hair as this reminds men of women’s curves.

To create this look, spray a heat protectant in your hair before any heat styling, not only to protect your hair but to make sure your style stays put. Comb through and wait for your hair to dry. Then take a large, 1inch curling iron and wrap 1in inch sections of hair around the barrel making sure to twist the hair as you are wrapping it around the barrel and hold for 10 seconds. Afterwards, let the hair fall loose and spray with a flexible hold hairspray. Continue to do this until your whole head is finished. Definitely splurge on a good curling iron so you can create the look properly at home. A curling iron can do so many things and depending on the way you twist the hair around the barrel, you can create many looks.

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The 13 Best Face Powders

There are so many grease-minimizing powders out there, but which one is No. 1? Find out …

The 13 Best Face Powders

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We combed through thousands of reviews to bring you the most helpful, insightful tidbits about the highest-rated face powders on our site.

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No. 13: Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Loose Powder, $9

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.1

No. 13: Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Loose Powder, $9

“This powder blends very well and doesn’t require a lot for sheer coverage [or] evening out [your] skin tone,” says a reader.

No. 12: L’Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Powder, $5

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.1

No. 12: L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Powder, $5

“This pressed powder works better than ones I’ve tried from department stores — for a third of the price.”

No. 11: Clinique Blended Face Powder and Brush, $19

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.3

No. 11: Clinique Blended Face Powder and Brush, $19

Readers call it the “perfect choice for all skin types, tones, and women who are concerned with what ingredients they put on their faces.”

Want to see what powder made No. 1? Click here!

Lost Dutchmen Days rodeo is coming up in February and the new rodeo queen is a young lady from Golden Valley Arizona. You know, when I was a young lass still in my teens I too, was a beauty queen. My mom was a beauty queen. My aunts were beauty queens, and even my own cousin was a rodeo beauty queen.

These pageants have so much to give to a young lady starting out-confidence and scholarship money is such a small part of it. The real focus is on community service.

Congratulations to you Cristyn Peacock!

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The Dramatic Hair Color Makeover

TotalBeauty.com reader Kim had a much-needed hair lift in 20 years — would her new look suit you?

The Dramatic Hair Color Makeover

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Our makeover dream team gave new mom Kim a dramatically different haircut and some gorgeous color.

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Hello gorgeous!

Bride-are you getting married soon and want Kate Middleton thick wavy tresses to top with a tiara?

Job interview time and want a full, bouncy, healthy looking head of hair?

Moms do you need a quick hair change for a
romantic evening out to create a night never forgotten?

Ladies have I ever got the easy answer for you!

Effortless extensions are easy and affordable-I can prove it!

There is the back of my head-freshly colored with a box of something that told me it was dark

brown but looks an awful lot like black to me!

Here is how easy it is to apply the Effortless Extension-in wavy brown. Simply pull the piece down over the crown of your head, it will look like an 11 pound fishing line but is more resilient in texture.

Next, pull a section of the crown hair ( notice the

angel orb in my hair…oohhh, revelation is coming!) up from under the Effortless Extension piece and let it lay on top of the extension.

Use the special Effortless Extensions brush which is included with the purchase and arrange your hair around the piece.

Wah lah! Easy! This can be pulled into a pony tail,

or braided, or worn in a bridal up do!

This really is easy and snug fitting and no pulling of hair from a clip like a traditional extension.

Go watch the cute video on their main page at

www.effortlessextensions.com

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How Antioxidants Really Affect Your Skin

Learn what’s true (and what’s not) about these cutting edge ingredients

How Antioxidants Really Affect Your Skin

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We’ve enlisted nutritionists Paula Simpson and Joy Bauer to debunk some common myths of nutricosmetics (aka nutritional supplements that help support the structure of the skin) and reveal their true benefits to your health and skin.

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Bambola Beauty Wins Beauty Award
Shecky’s Names Volcanic Mineral Scrub Best Exfoliant 2010

New York, NY, January 2011 – Shecky’s editors embark on a quest every year to find the best hair, face and body products that are worthy of your wallet and wish list. It’s the Beauty at its best awards. With over 200 stellar products from over 170 brands, Bambola Beauty’s Volcanic Mineral Scrub was selected as the Best Exfoliant in the eco-friendly category.

“Bambola Beauty combines the purest and best natural ingredients, minerals, and botanicals with the expertise of our exclusive natural product laboratory, we are thrilled to be among other top brands and recognized for our great formulas.” says Faith Zelenko the founder. The Volcanic Mineral Scrub is Kukui Nut based and contains rich nutrients to gently exfoliate and deep cleanse your skin.

Bambola Beauty’s full line consists of 20 luxurious products.

Bambola Beauty is sold on several online retailers and select spas. They offer full and travel size products ranging from $12 to $65. Each order comes with a free deluxe sample in reusable packaging and a portion of the proceeds benefits the Save the Earth Foundation.
*notes from me-I love the sugar cane glycolic exfoliant but this volcanic stuff is really good too and when you are using the Bambola Beauty line you can trust that you are putting good skincare on your self while also being good to the Earth. Order some today to have in time for a Valentine pamper spa treatment for yourself for Valentines day!

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4 Lipstick Laws That Everyone Should Follow

Red lipstick can either make or break your look. Read on to find out how to avoid making a lip faux pas

4 Lipstick Laws That Everyone Should Follow

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As far as I’m concerned, the following four lipstick laws need to be passed and enforced — now.

Learn the laws

Hello Gorgeous!
I have wavy hair, thanks to the birth of my son. It can be tamed with Nexxus Humectress but I am always on the hunt for something new that works better?
I received a sample of Miss Jessies Sweetback Treatment and liked it.
It comes in a large plastic tub, has a nice slip to it and at first feel is a bit plasticky. Once I rubbed it between my palms and emulsified the conditioner it went smoothly onto and I assume, into? It rinsed well and the result after a blow dry for me was smooth hair and controled waves. It is meant to be a weekly treatment-something you apply and put a baggie over your hair and sit under a dryer for a spell to let it really absorb and work into the hair.
So, that’s my weekend plan-to have a deep moisturizing treatment with Miss Jessies Super Sweetback Treatment. Stay tuned for a before and after photo!
You can get this at Target or off the website www.missjessies.com

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AVON-your modern day lady with Sara Hoekstra



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Quick Fixes for Dry, Winter Skin

Fix chapped, dry lips and skin in a jiffy with these cold-weather beauty busters

Quick Fixes for Dry, Winter Skin

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When the weather turns from sunny and mild to cold and blustery, our skin often turns too — from supple and hydrated to cracked, flaky and ashy. Learn how to soothe it with these tips.

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