Archive for May, 2012



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6 Beauty Secrets from the Victoria’s Secret Angels

Ever wonder how the Victoria’s Secret models transform from mere mortals to gorgeous Angels? We found out

6 Beauty Secrets from the Victoria's Secret Angels

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup application article

Victoria’s Secret models have it all: They’re tall, thin, seriously sexy, and totally flawless. When we were invited to go backstage at a recent Angel photoshoot, we jumped at the chance to find out the beauty secrets these Angels swear by. Read on to get the inside scoop.

Get their secrets

Hey Gorgeous!
Oy! It’s hot here in Arizona and my schedule and my family schedule are full! What ever happened to just relaxing and having time off in the summer?
If you are traveling, working, going to camp, going to the waterpark and basically on the go alot this summer ( like me!) try this shine serum from Nexxus called Frizz Defy. You can get it at the Walmart and mass beauty retailers and it’s small, doesn’t leak, and provides soft shine to frizzy hair that has been in the chlorine, the lake, the hot sun and more! Enjoy this short video review and learn more at www.nexxus.com

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7 Diet Tips That Put an End to Seasonal Allergies

When the season changes and the pollen count rises, do you cling to your antihistamines for dear, unstuffy life? These diet tips will help loosen that grip

7 Diet Tips That Put an End to Seasonal Allergies

This is a TotalBeauty.com diet article

If you deal with seasonal allergies, you probably think springtime blooms are to blame for your sneezing and wheezing. But nutritionist Monica Hershaft says the real cause of your symptoms is more likely your (weak) immune system. Here are the simple diet tweaks that’ll help you fight those annoying allergy symptoms — without meds.

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Hi Gorgeous!
Woot! Summer is on! School is out and adventure is aplenty!
For my family: it’s travel-work-camp-travel-work-camp-holiday-and then back to school. While on the road, on the set and being the mom taxi I am keeping my Lumene facial cleansing cloths close to keep my skin in tip top shape. Enjoy this short product review video and to learn more visit http://www.lumene.com

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L’Occitane for men: 3 Memorial Day must haves



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Do Cleansing Conditioners Really Work?

There’s something about the suds of a shampoo that gives us the satisfaction that our hair is squeaky clean. But can we have clean hair without the bubbles? We find out

Do Cleansing Conditioners Really Work?

This is a TotalBeauty.com hair care article

Lately, the hair care world has been clamoring for the L’Oreal Paris’ EverCreme Sulfate-Free Moisture System Cleansing Conditioner, a revolutionary one-step hair care system that’s sulfate-free, paraben-free, and 100 percent vegan. It also promises to nourish and transform your hair without the bubbles. So, we asked three reviewers to put it to the test. Does it live up to its claims?

Find out

Hello Gorgeous! Happy Memorial Day weekend! A special thank you to all the men and women of the armed forces past and present for their service and sacrifice.

I appreciate you and all that you do! God bless the USA!

Now let’s talk about men: if you have need a Father’s Day gift or to upgrade your hygiene routine, consider some L’Occitane to do it with.

The L’Occitane brand is made in France and free from parabens and petrochemicals.

These 3 body care products are great for staples in your daily routine: the Verdon Outdoor Moisturizer with spf 30 which is a non greasy, fast drying, fresh scent and most importantly-dries matte on the skin so your face isn’t shiny, just protected.

The BAUX deoderant is alcohol free and fast drying on the skin, so no sticky armpit here!

And my personal favorite of the trio is the shower gel-it smells amazing, and is good for hair and body. The description below is from the website http://www.loccitane.com and is a great description of the scent and product. I liked it better than how I was going to describe it-so enjoy. Now go get some for you and your dad, grad, birthday or any day!

The rugged aroma of L’Occitane Eau de Toilette. Redolent with authentic A.O.C. lavender, blended with the peppery, nutmeg scent of burnt wood. Purifies the body, cleanses and shines hair.

Remember: you are beautiful! Or…handsome in this case!

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Three deserving mother-daughter pairs head to the Warren-Tricomi salon in New York City for makeovers. Check them out and get inspired

Gorgeous Mother-Daughter Makeovers

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When three amazing mother-daughter pairs came to us with their stories of how they’ve overcome hardships by leaning on each other, we set them up with the amazing hairstylists, colorists, and makeup artists at the Warren-Tricomi salon in New York City. Take a look at their glamorous transformations now.

Hello Gorgeous! Happy Graduation! We are sweating our way into the Memorial Day weekend here in Arizona and I’ve got a gentle and luxurious scent to help with the side effects.

I love the Thymes line of products because they are void of any harmful ingredients, but most of all-I love the playful scent blends they do with their bath and body products.

The new Garden Alchemy line of body products including body wash gel, bath salts and body lotions are a delicate mix of scents from a country garden. I think these products speak of all things green growing summer and leisure.

 The Memorial day weekend has already begun and I pray you have a moment to get some Thymes Garden Alchemy and indulge!

I’m testing the Lemon Geranium and it’s heavenly in my opinion. Light on the skin, barely sweet and somewhat tangy with dry down notes that surprise.

Why take my word for it-get yours at www.thymes.com and fine retailers.

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8 Bright Makeup Trends You Must Try

Feel like neon pink lips and bright orange eyeshadow only belong on teeny boppers? Makeup artists spill their secrets on how to give these bright looks a new, more wearable spin

8 Bright Makeup Trends You Must Try

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Beautiful bright makeup is everywhere. But when you don’t want to end up looking like an extra in “Rock of Ages,” it seems simpler to stick with what you know. But makeup artist Julianne Kaye says anybody — at any age — can wear these bright hues. Check out her expert tips now.

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Hello Gorgeous graduate! Before you set out on a Memorial day weekend of fun-consider your skin, and taking care of it so that when you get back from vacation you will be fresh faced and ready to interview. Meaning all blemishes are treated and healed!
I’ve sampled the Murad 4 step acne treatment system which consists of:
1. Clarifying Cleanser containing 1.5% salicylic acid
2. Exfoliating acne treatment gel with 1.0% salicylic acid
3. Skin Perfecting lotion for oil free hydration
4. On the Spot salicylic acid treatment for blemishes

The key to this system is using it consistently and the layering of salicylic acid to treat the bacteria on the skin that is causing the breakout.

The 30 day system costs about $30-and for about a buck a day, who wouldn’t want to put their best face forward?

The Murad brand is a trusted source for high quality and results oriented skin care-if you are experiencing hormonal acne as an adult or teenager, try the Murad acne system to help you manage the acne and feel confident in your next interview!

More details at http://www.murad.com

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10 Quick Ways to Burn Calories While You Sit

Who really has the time to blast calories after a long day at work? Not us! Here’s how to lose weight while sitting down

10 Quick Ways to Burn Calories While You Sit

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No matter what your day-to-day is like, you probably spend a little — OK, maybe a lot — of time on your behind. Add that to a busy schedule with no space for gym visits and you’ve got a recipe for health disaster. Break the cycle with these 10 surprising tricks that’ll help you burn calories while sitting (yes, sitting).

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Hello Gorgeous!

Find a L’Occitane store near you (Scottsdale Fashion Square and Chandler Fashion Center both have stores) and book a free facial-just what you need after a busy Memorial Day weekend to get your skin looking fresh and summer ready!

In honor of L’Occitane NEW Angelica skincare products, their boutiques nationwide will offer complimentary, personalized facials from May 31st to June 3rd.

To book a facial,visit: https://www.facebook.com/loccitane.usa/app_346182755451555

Following the facial, customers will also receive a signature L’Occitane hand massage and gift bag.

The NEW Angelica products range will include:

· Instant Hydration Mask ($35): Enriched with hyaluronic acid, pure water and angelica water, this perfect hydrating solution reveals smooth, radiant skin in just three minutes.

· Exfoliating Gel ($30): Tiny microbeads work to gently exfoliate and rejuvenate skin for a naturally youthful, wide-awake glow.

· Hydration Face Mist ($22): Energize skin with a fine mist of thirst-quenching droplets that replenish skin’s moisture level in seconds.

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6 Beauty Secrets from the Victoria’s Secret Angels

Ever wonder how the Victoria’s Secret models transform from mere mortals to gorgeous Angels? We found out

6 Beauty Secrets from the Victoria's Secret Angels

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup application article

Victoria’s Secret models have it all: They’re tall, thin, seriously sexy, and totally flawless. When we were invited to go backstage at a recent Angel photoshoot, we jumped at the chance to find out the beauty secrets these Angels swear by. Read on to get the inside scoop.

Get their secrets

Hello Graduate! Congratulations!

Now that you are out of high school or college and in full income interview mode-and you have had acne that left behind some red blotchy scars, consider incorporating into your skincare routine a skin lightener like the Proactiv Dark Spot Corrector.

It helps to fade the discoloration caused by a pimple. It does take consistent use to lighten the spots though I think you will be happy with the results as your complexion evens out in tone.

The Proactiv Dark Spot Corrector retails for about $30, and can be found in some of the skin sets as a gift with purchase.

It has a light scent and what you are smelling is the hydroquinone ingredient which lightens the skin. You will need to use an spf on your skin to help protect the skin that has been lightened.

For more information visit www.proactiv.com or visit your local retail kiosk which can be found in many malls-like the Superstitions Springs mall in Mesa.

Important-put that sunscreen on!
Remember: you are beautiful!
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7 Diet Tips That Put an End to Seasonal Allergies

When the season changes and the pollen count rises, do you cling to your antihistamines for dear, unstuffy life? These diet tips will help loosen that grip

7 Diet Tips That Put an End to Seasonal Allergies

This is a TotalBeauty.com diet article

If you deal with seasonal allergies, you probably think springtime blooms are to blame for your sneezing and wheezing. But nutritionist Monica Hershaft says the real cause of your symptoms is more likely your (weak) immune system. Here are the simple diet tweaks that’ll help you fight those annoying allergy symptoms — without meds.

Get diet tips

Hello Gorgeous!

Wow-school is over and graduation ceremonies are happening all over the Phoenix valley tonight. Where did the time go? I suppose we could ask ourselves that questions about many things?

Well if ramping up your anti-aging routine for summer is on your to-do list, then try some Murad Age Reform Time Release Retinol Concentrate. I have been testing my sample for a few days and love the light texture, lack of scent, no sting and best of all the very Star Trek syringe looking tube-it says sci fi to me and I like it!

This product is a part of the skin care routine that comes between washing/toning and moisturizing. So be sure and use it before your moisturizer and sunscreen.

Now-the challenge-where to buy: online I’ve seen it selling for about $34 though if you need it today like right now-then expect to pay $65 at Nordstroms. We all know convenience costs!

Here’s a bit of info from the main Murad website:
” Wrinkle-FreeReclaiming your youth just got easier. Murad’s breakthrough Time Release Retinol Concentrate for Deep Wrinkles features a highly concentrated formula that resurfaces skin, minimizing the length and depth of wrinkles. The luxe multi-action formula also plumps skin to decrease wrinkle volume, while rebuilding damaged collagen to promote a smoother, more refined, younger-looking complexion. Think of it as your best defense against the aging process. ”

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6 Hot Hairstyles to Pair with a Pencil Skirt

Take the sexiest skirt around to the next level with these amazing hairstyles

6 Hot Hairstyles to Pair with a Pencil Skirt

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We love wearing a hip-hugging pencil skirt just as much as the next girl. But when you wear one to the office, how do you keep your skirt from making you look trashy instead of classy? Answer: Choose the perfect hairstyle. Here are 6 red carpet hairstyles to offer some inspiration.

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Hello Gorgeous
If you are graduating this week, CONGRATULATIONS!
You deserve a break and a beauty boost for all of your hard work!

For those of you who have recently got your hair blown out ( I love when the stylist does my hair and blows it out super straight!) or a professional brazillian blowout treatment, these products can help keep it smooth and shiny!

Acai shine & shield spray shine is a lightweight mist that you use to finish your hair look.

This pomade is my favorite product because it adds a piecey texture to create volume and movement without looking greasy.

It’s easy to mold into the hair and re-mold and re-shape the hair later in the day if you are switching up your hairstyle.

In the Arizona intense heat, I have seen the two Acai Brazillian Blowout products hold up under the extreme heat.

So far so good! Maybe get some for yourself for your newly graduated self or to get a jump on the summer beach looks!

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Bead For Life: Look Good-Do Good-Feel Good

When the season changes and the pollen count rises, do you cling to your antihistamines for dear, unstuffy life? These diet tips will help loosen that grip

7 Diet Tips That Put an End to Seasonal Allergies

This is a TotalBeauty.com diet article
If you deal with seasonal allergies, you probably think springtime blooms are to blame for your sneezing and wheezing. But nutritionist Monica Hershaft says the real cause of your symptoms is more likely your (weak) immune system. Here are the simple diet tweaks that’ll help you fight those annoying allergy symptoms — without meds.


Hello Gorgeous!

I love products that are good and do good at the same time.

The Bead for Life Shea Butter products are amazing in rich texture and high quality shea butter but better yet, it is a life sustaining product for the women of Uganda.

In Uganda the shea nut is known as ‘women’s gold’. When you purchase a soap or peppermint lip balm, you are helping hundreds of impoverished women ear income and rise out of poverty.

The soap and lip balm are luxurious!Just think that as you are using a natural product on your children and self you are helping a mom on the other side of the world help hers!

The ladies of Uganda along with Bead For Life also make jewelery-I sampled soap, but the photos of the hand made beads that are formed into necklaces, earrings and bracelets are beautiful too!

Please visit the website http://www.beadforlife.org/ and learn about how you can help and there are several ways to get involved.