ANTM

What is wrong with this girl Gina?

Kick her off the show!

When you're a model you can't be squirmish. Maybe Iman can squirm, but unknowns do not bitch about their jobs.

You may be wondering why I watch ANTM. I like to learn what the judges are looking for in future models. It's interesting to see what it takes to compete in the industry. For example, one judge complimented a contestant because she had held her pose from her head to her toes. In other words, she was committed to the pose, kind of like acting. You can't do it half-assed.

I'd like the show's judges to spend more time with contestants teaching them about moving their bodies and their faces.

In other words, when a judge says, "you need to tilt your head because you have a strong jaw," what does that mean? Show the audience. I for one, would like to learn how to fix that problem.

Maybe next week Gina will get the boot. She's a beautiful girl who needs some confidence.

Give Me a Spritz!

Yeah. I'm addicted to Chantecaille's Eau de Rose de Mai Pure Rosewater Spray. Just gave myself a little spritz on my face. Now I need another one. So addicted. Go to work: spritz. Come home: spritz. Exercise: spritz. Fly: spritz, spritz, spritz! Nina, my cat: spritz. (Wait! Stop! Cats don't like spritzing)


You get the point: go out and spritz someone today. You can find Chantecaille at www.neimanmarcus.com or in Charlotte at www.Potionbeauty.com.

Beauty Babe Responds to Reader Questions

I received this question from reader Jacki recently:

HI, I JUST STARTED READING YOUR CHARLOTTE OBSERVER ARTICLES.
VERY INTERESTING!
I NEED ADVICE ON SKINCARE. WHAT WOULD YOU ADVISE AS THE BEST OVER-THE-COUNTER EXFOLIATION PRODUCT-FOR BOTH FACE AND THE BODY?

Hi Jacki,

Thanks for your questions. I'm glad you found my beauty blog. And thanks for reading my columns in The Charlotte Observer.

To answer your question about exfoliation, I think Kiehl's makes a great face scrub. It's kind of pricey, but will last forever (~6 mos.) because you only need a small amount. Plus, I'd recommend using it no more than thrice weekly. You'll find Kiehl's at SouthPark mall at both Nordstrom and Belk. Bamboo Apothecary (Phillips Place) also sells Kiehl's. Or go online to www.kiehls.com.

Of course, if South Charlotte seems like the end of the earth to you, or if you are on a tight budget, consider Wal-Mart. Many drugstore brands make decent exfoliants for the face and for the body. Aveeno, Biore, Neutrogena, Olay, et al.
But, no matter which product you select, I would not recommend using the same one on your face and on your body. Body scrubs, in general, would be too harsh for the delicate facial skin.

Here's something else to consider. What is your skin type? Are you oily or dry? Maybe you are lucky and have normal skin that never breaks out. We need to pair you with the proper product. These products can be too harsh if you have sensitive skin or allergies. I'm not trying to to scare you, I'm just saying, it's hard to recommend a specific product without knowing more about a person's skin type. Tell me more and I'll see what I can do. We'll find something that's just right for you. Thanks for checking in with me.

The Wisdom of Teeth

The Beautybabe is recuperating at home today. I just had my teeth pulled. All four of my wisdom teeth. Actually, it wasn't that bad. I even asked the nurse, April to put vaseline on my lips. They were so dry.

Right now I am at home watching Martha Stewart and Roseanne Barr cook up some fondue.

Bon Appetit!

More on Me

Want more beauty news?
Gabbing for gloss goodies?

Check out my last two beauty-related articles from The Charlotte Observer.

http://www.charlotte.com/mld/charlotte/living/style/13780075.
http://www.charlotte.com/mld/charlotte/living/style/13780074.htm

Creed Not Greed

Ever take a whiff of Creed's Fleurissimo perfume? To die for. That is, if you like floral scents. Usually I don't. But this stuff is very pretty. Elegant. I'm not sure how to say this without sounding like a snob, but I'll give it a try. Creed is pricey. But once you smell it, you'll realize why.

For a sample, or a spritz, and a little goes a long way, go to Potion on East Boulevard in Charlotte, N.C. Or try Neiman Marcus.



East Boulevard location:
1419 East Boulevard, Suite E
Charlotte, NC 28203
704-347-6841


Birkdale Village location:
Huntersville, NC
704.655.8755 or 704.655.8210
Hours Mon-Sat, 10-7, Sun 12-5
Take 77 N and turn left off Exit 25

Becca Blooms

Dear friends:
It is with great pride that I announce that I have just about finished a beauty product. This is a rare occasion. I love my Becca luminous skin color in nude. Think of this as a tinted moisturizer, you know, a sheer foundation. It's one of the best face products I've ever used. Want more moisture? Mix it with your fave day cream. Want a little glimmer? Mix in a luminizer. Want to look extra dewy? Use more.

I know I like a product when I use it day in and day out. Congrats Becca. You get my award. Also, a shout out to my girl Noa, with Becca Cosmetics. Noa is an awesome make-up artist. She is kind, funny, smart and amazing at transforming faces.

Eyes Lips Face

Have you heard of ELF make-up? I just received a batch of it. Cool stuff for eyes, face and lips. Get it? Anyway, apparently the stuff is bargain priced, like a buck an item. Way cool for product junkies like moi.

Tweeze My Man

Did you know that you can actually send used tweezers back to Tweezerman and the company will sharpen them for free? Yeah, baby! I tried it. Worked well. Tweezers are sharp. By the way, if you're thinking of buying make-up from Sephora this holiday season, shop now or shop online. I've been in the store twice recently and they are sold out of many popular items like Nars Orgasm and Nars Eros lipgloss. What's a girl to do? Go Online! What are you giving this holiday season? By the way, does anyone know where they can buy Jelly Pong Pong cosmetics?

Bigelow Take Me Away

As soon as the weather changes so do my hands. They crack. They get dry. Now I'm trying Bigelow Lemon Body Cream. Let's see if it does the trick. Even if it doesn't work, it smells divine, like a lemon pie. One of the things I miss about the North is diners that serve lemon meringue pie. Gotta have some.