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IBS New York: Cool Product Finds

Raw MethodSerious Skincare for MenA scientifically formulated skin care regimen just for men. Raw uses raw organic minerals, plants and cutting edge bio-tech ingredients, in their regimen to rejuvenate their faces. Raw also has a complete professional line as well for professional estheticians and facialists. Shown: Eye Firm Wrinkle Diminisher Rain CosmeticsNew Makeup LineShown: Diva Eye [...]

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The Best New Beauty Inventions

Every once in a while, a product or tool comes along that changes your life. Here are a few that Women’s Health Magazine decided to share with us that make their AWESOME list. Clinique Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Corrector, $49.50 During clinical testing, this serum was shown to work as well as 4 percent hydroquinone, [...]

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CEW Award Nominees Preview

Every year, CEW presents their best of the best in beauty products (or as I’ll call it, my beauty mecca) and presents it to their CEW members to be viewed, tested, and voted on for the honor of receiving the coveted CEW Best of Beauty Award. Let’s just say it’s like the Oscars for the [...]

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Could Alice in Wonderland bring back the perm?

Alice in Wonderland is in theaters today, March 5th with to die for curls on it’s leading character, Alice. So while we’re left to wonder if her gorgeous curls will spark a revival in perms, (do we remember the spiral perm anyone?) we also now have envy for those whose hair is just [...]

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A Travel Iron Gift Set You Must Get.

So I get a request to review a new Ceramic Iron Gift Set, and though I have a few straightening irons, I have yet to find one I’m thrilled about. Yes they work, but I notice that it’s never quite the salon sleek look that I’m trying to get. Enter the Ultimate Hana Elite 100% [...]

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Two Lip balms We’re Dying To Try.

Lip ShimmerA therapeutic lip treatment made with vitamin E, shea butter and a touch of peppermint essential oil. Our lip shimmers are smooth, moisturizing and give just a hint of color $4.00 each Their Lip Indulgence lip balms come in a variety of flavors (like Candy Kiss, Caramel, Chai Tea, Devil’s Food Cake, and just way [...]

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Women’s Health Talks Beauty

If you’re a beauty fanatic, you have to check out the March edition of Women’s Health magazine. Why? You’ll get the bonus beauty flip issue, which includes some of the great features below. Get Gorgeous Day and Night By capitalizing on tiny biological changes your body experiences around the clock, you can amplify your good [...]

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Save Your Skin From Winter.

SK-II AirTouch Foundation is an ionizing airbrush foundation, battery operated and easy to use. No messy sponge or fingers needed for application – just spray and go! Perfect for last minute touchups. The nursing SK-II Pitera and additional ingredients will help to protect and nourishing the skin. Available on Amazon.com. Check out this video on [...]

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Exuviance gives the At Home Peel an Advantage

Well just when I was about to book a $250 facial peel (seriously), I get the latest from Exuviance in my mail to try, thanks to the savvy PR team that probably was reading my mind at that very moment. This easy 2 step system, called Performance Peel AP25, from NeoStrata had my name written [...]

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It’s A Mascara Love Affair

It’s a new mascara love affair going on here. Enter the newest mascara in the Clinique family. While I have to say, my mascara love affair began years ago, with Lancome’s iconic and amazing mascaras that were all to die for. But when formulations changed, and beloved mascaras started disappearing (cough, cough, Aquacils..) well, my [...]

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PRODUCT REVIEW: Maybelline Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner

If you’re loving the super glam makeup of Mad Men (just when is that show coming back? I’m in serious withdrawals here….)… well, you just know that that dramatic eyeliner effect is a definite part of the Mad Men, oh so hot retro look. So when Maybelline sent their latest Eye Studio Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner, [...]

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PRODUCT REVIEW: Maybelline XXL Pro 24 HR Bold Mascara

So here is another duo mascara product, with a 2 step process, or two wands of mascara to apply, instead of the normal one. I’m used to seeing these as a primer and mascara combo (of which I’ve never really been too impressed) and let’s just say Elke’s been a tad busy lately, so upon [...]

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PRODUCT REVIEW: Maybelline Eye Studio Color Pearls

Okay, you want to step back a bit here and indulge me. Because, I am seriously going to gush over this product. Lov, love luv. Did I say I love this? It’s the Eye Studio Color Pearls eye shadow. Bronze Blowout If you’re looking for an everyday, but not boring color for brown eyes, this is it. You [...]

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The newest products on the Salon Circuit

The Long Beach Trade ISSE trade show came and went, but not without some new products debuting their latest and greatest for the salon industry. So just what got the industry the most excited and made the ISSE 2010 hot list? See for yourself: Belvada Cosmetics – Utilizing similar packaging and delivery as their breakout Mascara [...]

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Get a bob, without the cut.

If you’re itching for a new hair style lately but just can’t bare to part with the long tresses you’ve been growing out for the past, say years??? Don’t worry. Stylists Kevin Ryan and Frank Rizzieri have put together a simple how to kit to get your hair looking like a brand new do. The Pin [...]

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PRODUCT REVIEW: Maybelline Age Rewind Eraser Treatment Makeup

Looking always, (and I mean, always..) for a great foundation that stays put, covers amazingly well, and doesn’t 1. dry out my NY winter skin, and/or 2. leave my face breaking out, Maybelline sent me their latest in their foundation arsenal. Enter, the (wait for it..) Instant Age Rewind The Eraser Treatment Makeup. A mouthful, no? [...]

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The newest Lip Gloss from Hourglass

Every now and then, a product comes along that makes my heart skip a little. Case in point: Hourglass Prodigy Lipgloss. The most adorable packaging – a flat “tube” that conveniently fits into a clutch or back pocket, or the perfect size to take up so much less room in your cosmetic bag. Following are details: [...]

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Tarte brings it on at Fashion Week

tarte for Beauty.com Lela Rose Fall 2010 Look: Makeup Artist: Tina Turnbow Inspiration : Nature’s celestial landscapes- think of the nighttime sky and imagine a full moon peaking behind the clouds. Overall Look : The moonlit eyes are mysterious, while the complexion and lips have a cloudy, hazy feel. eyes: Silvery, moonlit eyes-a silvery/black smoky [...]

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Hair gets ICY clean with Pantene

As you all know, you can’t create gorgeous hair styles with dirty hair. Teca Gillespie, Pantene’s Scientist will be the first to tell you that it’s all about clean, shiny hair. “Shiny hair is one of the first indicators of healthy hair. An ultra-cleansing shampoo and conditioner is extremely important to remove dirt and oils [...]

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Get the latest nail trends, for less.

Nail trends are hot, hot and hot. But thanks to Ms. Manicure, you can get the latest nail looks, at a great deal. Mint Green Exhibit Mint Green | Chanel Jade | Ms. Manicure Handy Dandy Mani Spring 2010 is all about pastel colors, especially mint green. And with Essie and Chanel already offering greens, it is sure [...]

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V-Day goodies on sale from Sephora

I’m all for getting beauty stuff on Valentine’s Day, and even better, is when I can buy goodies myself, at a great price. So forget the hearts and flowers, and ok, maybe not the chocolate and bring on the beauty. Here are a few that caught my eye thanks to the super sweet [...]

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Get Lush(ious) on Valentine’s Day.

Cupid can help you find love but it’s LUSH that’s going to bring out the sex bomb in your loved one this Valentine’s Day! Bring sexy back to friends and lovers or wash those pesky exes down the drain with hot, sassy and limited-edition Valentine’s offerings from LUSH Cosmetics. LUSH Love Soap – Limited Edition! [...]

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FASHION WEEK: LA PERLA vamps up the beauty

Hourglass MUA Michael Pierce created LA PERLA’s Fall 2010 Collection Preview which took place at the Lehmann Maupin gallery in NYC on the first day of Fashion Week. Michael shares his inspirations and how he created the look. “LA PERLA is known for stunning, one-of-a-kind lingerie,” say Michael Pierce. “Women simply feel beautiful when wearing [...]

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PIXI Rosy Cheek Gel – Create that ‘First Flush of Love’ Look

It doesn’t matter if you’re in love or not. Let Pixi give you that blush flush that we love so much with their Sheer Cheek Gel. Simple, easy and super affordable at only $20. What it is: This sheer, translucent gel creates a super natural and long lasting cheek flush. Easy finger-touch application for a [...]

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The latest from Hourglass Cosmetics is a Winner.

I got the latest from Hourglass cosmetics, and it’s a beauty. They call it Prodigy, but I’ll call it a super chic, sleek new look to a lip gloss. The super thin, streamlined package is just gorgeous looking with its burnished metal on one side and the preview of the color on the other. Think [...]

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