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14 Best Hot Styling Tools Ever

See the hot tools our readers rely on to give them salon-worthy hair at home

14 Best Hot Styling Tools Ever

This is a TotalBeauty.com hair care products article

A blow dryer isn’t just a blow dryer. A good one can give you 10 more minutes of snooze time in the morning and a style that makes you look like you just left the salon. A bad one? It’ll just leave you with frizz and a high electricity bill. From blow dryers to flat irons to hot rollers, get the 14 hot styling tools our readers say are simply the best.

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No. 14: TIGI Bed Head 1875W Active Ionic Dryer, $69.95

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.4

“The comb attachment is the best part of this product. I have wavy/kinky hair so the attachment saves me from having to straighten my hair after I blow dry it.”

No. 13: Remington Wet 2 Straight, $29.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.4

“I haven’t used a blow dryer since purchasing this amazing straightening iron. It really does dry and straighten in one step.”

No. 12: Vidal Sassoon VS624 Universal Finger Diffuser Attachment, $5.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.7

“It did fit on my dryer and it dried my hair quickly. I use it to help enhance [the] natural curl in my hair — works great.”

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Hi Gorgeous!
Prom time is here and if you want a really glittery look-here’s a short video to show you how!

Special thanks to:
Ian Faith | GCG for video production
310.386.7327
www.GlobalCreativeGroup.com

LuLu for modeling (*contact me for her info if you would like her to model for you)

Urban Art III in Tempe AZ for studio space



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8 Hot New Makeup Trends You Must Try

Rain or shine, formal or casual, is your makeup look as predictable as Snooki’s hairstyle? See how to add bold color to your pink-and-beige makeup palette

8 Hot New Makeup Trends You Must Try

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup tips article

If your makeup bag has just the bare necessities (foundation, concealer, mascara, and one black eyeliner), it’s time to kick some color into your look. Take some cues from the runway this season and get your color on. Here’s how.

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Hello Gorgeous!
Are you going to a metal concert soon? It’s easy to get a Lita Ford, Pat Benatar, Wendy O Williams, Lori Lewis or Lacey Sturm look.
Enjoy this short video showing you how to get your concert look on!

Special thanks to:
Ian Faith | GCG for video production
310.386.7327
www.GlobalCreativeGroup.com

LuLu for modeling (*contact me for her info if you would like her to model for you)

Urban Art III in Tempe AZ for studio space



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Get a Smile Like Sofia Vergara’s in 30 Days

From the small screen to the red carpet, Sofia Vergara always flashes her best accessory: her white teeth. See how to get your own just as bright

Get a Smile Like Sofia Vergara's in 30 Days

This is a TotalBeauty.com women’s dental health article

OK, so her impossible Jessica Rabbit-like figure and high cheekbones may be a bit out of reach. But a smile like Sofia Vergara’s is not out of the question. Find out how to get a smile worthy of the red carpet in just 30 days.

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Hello Gorgeous! Arizona weather is at it’s best right now! So get out to a Spring Training baseball game in Mesa AZ or head over to the Phoenix International Raceway for NASCAR. When you go-try this easy 3 step Sophia Loren look!

Special thanks to:
Ian Faith | GCG for video production
310.386.7327
www.GlobalCreativeGroup.com

Amy for modeling

Urban Art III in Tempe AZ for studio space



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Learn How to Pronounce Tricky Beauty Brand Names — Finally

Stop butchering the names of your favorite beauty brands with this helpful pronunciation guide

Learn How to Pronounce Tricky Beauty Brand Names -- Finally

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup tips article

Saying “N.Y.X” instead of “nix” (for NYX) can make for an awkward moment at the makeup counter. Mispronouncing a beauty brand is a simple mistake — but it doesn’t have to be one you make again. Here’s how to pronounce those hard-to-say brand names correctly.

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Hello Gorgeous!
Oh how I love this movie! It’s so grand, epic, and well written! Originally Gone with the Wind was released in 1939 and then followed several re-releases and after you watch it once you definitely want to see it again and again.

Enjoy this short video tutorial to achieve an easy Vivien Leigh as Scarlett O’Hara look.

Special thanks to:
Ian Faith for video production
GCG
310.386.7327
www.GlobalCreativeGroup.com

Lulu for modeling (*to contact Lulu for modeling, please email me)

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10 Workouts That Are Actually Fun

Working out doesn’t have to feel like, well, work. Shake up your routine with these 10 new exercises

10 Workouts That Are Actually Fun

This is a TotalBeauty.com fitness article

Who says torching calories can’t be a blast? If hitting the gym feels like a chore, it’s time to get healthy with these 10 fitness regimens you’ll actually enjoy.

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Hello Gorgeous!

Today I’ve got a how to makeup video to help you get your Daytona 500 look on for this Sunday February 26th race in Florida.

Danica Patrick will be in Florida with the No. 7 Go Daddy Chevrolet race car for a chance to race and win.

I’ve included the video plus some interesting facts about Danica. Enjoy!

  • Danica was on the cheerleading squad at Hononegah High School in Roscoe. She says she saw more serious injuries in cheerleading than in auto racing.
  • In 2003, Danica helped the Prodrive Ferrari team to a 10th place finish at the Atlanta Grand Prix.
  • Danica was named IRL Rookie of the Year in 2005.
  • Danica’s qualifying speed at the 2005 Indy 500 was 227.004 MPH.
  • Danica was one of six rookies in the 2005 Indy 500. She was named Indy 500 Rookie of the Year.
  • In 2005, Danica became the first IndyCar driver to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated since Al Unser in 1987.
  • Danica drove a sports car in the 2006 Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona. Her co-driver was NASCAR legend Rusty Wallace.
  • Danica was honored as 2006 Sportswoman of the Year by the March of Dimes.
  • Danica’s last win before her 2008 victory in Japan came at the 2002 Long Beach Grand Prix Pro/Celebrity.
  • Danica did commercials for Secret deodorant in 2005 and 2006.
  • Danica published her autobiography, Crossing the Line, in 2006.
  • In 2007, Danica launched her own fan club, Danica’s Maniacs.
  • Danica appeared in a four-page feature in the 2008 Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue.
  • Danica won the 2008 Kids Choice Award as Favorite Female Athlete.
  • Danica’s mother was such a good snowmobile mechanic that she was known among racers as Captain Traction.
  • Danica appeared in the Jay-Z music video “Show Me What You Got.”
  • Danica is addicted to The Food Network.
  • Danica and husband Paul make their home in the Phoenix-Scottsdale area.
  • Danica says Jacques Villeneuve is one of her racing idols. She was the fourth woman to qualify for the Indy 500. The first three were Janet Guthrie, Lyn St. James and Sarah Fisher.
  • Danica has a miniature schnauzer named Billy.
  • Danica’s favorite album is Alanis Morissette’s “Jagged Little Pill.” Her favorite movie is “Dumb and Dumber.



Products used:
Skin: Sue Devitt Beauty Spacomplexion hydrating marine minerals tinted moisturizer
Eyes: Sue Devitt Beauty Kalahari eye intensifier
Mascara: AVON Super Shock waterproof mascara in brown
Blush: Laura Mercier Bronze Veil
Lips: Laura Mercier Plum lip glaze

I found these Daytona 500 Danica Patrick facts on this website.
Thank you Jock Bio for the fact gathering!
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How to Wake Up Looking Gorgeous

Softer hair and clearer skin can be yours overnight — see how

How to Wake Up Looking Gorgeous

This is a TotalBeauty.com beauty tips article

Let’s face it: Nobody wakes up looking like Rachel McAdams or Halle Berry (even they don’t look flawless first thing in the a.m.). Yet movies still perpetuate the myth of women waking up with perfect hair and skin. But what if we were to say it’s not a myth? That there are ways to clear your skin, soften your hair, and even look younger overnight? See the 9 tricks to wake up prettier now.

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Hello Gorgeous-
Somewhat sad after reading about the death of Whitney Houston.

I have made a makeup tribute video using the Jillian Dempsey for AVON professional perfect eyes kit.

The palette has a wonderful pigment load-best yet, it’s on sale for $5.99 on the www.avon.com website right now. So click over or contact your local Avon lady because this palette is perfect for President’s Day travel and helping a makeup newbie learn how to apply eyeshadow.

Products used:
Foundation: Avon Extra lasting liquid foundation in light beige
Eyebrows: Brow Diva in Sophia
Eyeshadow/eyeliner: Jillian Dempsey for AVON professional perfect eyes kit in Cinnamon Toast
Mascara: Avon Super Extend in Black
Blush: Dallas by Benefit Cosmetics
Lips: Lip Savvy in purple
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Your Tousled Hair Guide

Check out this guide to see how to get tousled hair for every length

Your Tousled Hair Guide

This is a TotalBeauty.com wavy hair article

Though we can’t tell you how to get a Victoria’s Secret Angel’s body (or amazingly hot-in-pirate-attire actor husbands), we are absolutely sure about one thing: How to copy their sexy tousled hair.

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Hello sweet Teens!
Here is a short video ‘how to’ tutorial on using the new Milani eyeshadow palette. It’s so much fun! The colors can be blended-used wet, dry, alone on bare skin or mixed with a primer. I mixed with both a clear primer and a pearlized primer to create different textures and effects. So, if I can, you can! Enjoy the video!

Special thanks to Milani for sharing the new products! You can get them at any Walmart, Target, Rite Aid, CVS or Walgreens near you!

Products used:
Milani paint eyeshadow palette
Milani baked blush in Dolce Pink
Milani high speed fast dry one coat nail polish in Fast Furious (Racy Green also shown)
Sheer Cover mineral foundation spf 15 in Nude
Jordana easy liner for lips in Honey dip