Beauty Addicts

Has anyone else tried lipgloss from the BeautyADDICTS line? I kept reading about it so I asked the company for a sample. (They also included a mascara for me to try out).

I'm trying the Lilac-colored gloss. It looks kind of dark in the tube, but it is sheer and very pretty. It is more of a nude pink on me. The lip gloss tube looks about the same size as one from Bobbi Brown. But this gloss is creamier, and not tacky. It's made with vitamin E and jojoba butter and a hint of vanilla. Also, it tastes like Carmex. I really like this product and hope to sample more of the line.


$17; beautyaddicts.com

Girl Talk!

Girl Talk: An Interview With Bobbi Brown

Montclair resident Bobbi Brown talks about makeup for teens.

By Jaime Bedrin | 11:40am

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Bobbi Brown, the internationally renowned makeup artist, New York Times best-selling author, and founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, has sold her products in more than 900 stores around the world. Most recently, Brown, who lives with her husband and three sons in Montclair, has written "Beauty Rules." The go-to guide for all girls was published in August 2010.
Why did you write this book?
I wrote my first teen beauty book, Teenage Beauty, in 2000, and realized that so much has changed in the last 10 years. Teenage girls are constantly exposed to unrealistic standards of beauty that they see in magazines, movies, and on the Internet. I wrote Beauty Rules because I wanted to give teenage girls the tools and knowledge they need to be their most confident selves. This book also contains more step-by-step beauty tips, and more information about healthy living, as beauty is not only what you look like on the outside, it's what you put inside your body as well.
For the budget-conscious teen—which beauty and skincare products are worth splurging on?
These are the things worth splurging on: Concealer; it's the secret to the universe instantly making you look more refreshed; Blush, a pop of pink blush on the apples of your cheeks instantly lifts the face; Lip Gloss, a swipe of gloss will instantly polish off your look and, of course, a smile!
When purchasing makeup, department stores and drug stores are both great places to find products for different needs. Drug stores are a great place to get your basics such as cotton balls and q-tips. When going to the beauty counter at your local department store, you have access to makeup experts and are able to try on colors to ensure you're getting the best shade and product for your skin.
What about trends? Teens like to follow trends (Uggs, anyone?) but not all trends look good on everyone. In fact some trends may not be appropriate for high school students. What advice do you have for a teenage girl who can't pull off a blood red lip color?
Have fun and experiment with your looks. It's about doing what makes you feel confident and comfortable. Remember, though, you want makeup to enhance your features not hide them. Also, nails are a great way to experiment with color. The dark purples, muddy browns, and khakis that are out right now will always look good on your nails even though they may not be the best shade for your lips or face.
Know that it's OK to look different from everyone else; you don't have to look like a Barbie. When I was younger everyone had blond hair and blue eyes or tried to achieve that look. I was 5 feet tall with brown hair and brown eyes. It wasn't until I was older that I realized I too was beautiful. Confidence is key to looking and feeling your best. Any makeup, no matter the color/texture/etc., can look great if worn with the right attitude.
What makeup habits (practices) should teens (and their moms) avoid?
Not wearing the right color foundation. Foundation should blend seamlessly into the skin. Your neck should NEVER be a different color then the rest of your face.  Your foundation should be made up of yellow undertones (not pink) as all people, no matter what color their skin is, have yellow undertones. To find the best shade for you, swipe a line onto the side of your cheek and step into natural light. The color should disappear into the skin.
What are your go-to beauty products—in other words, say you're spending the night in a Manhattan hotel—what would I find inside your makeup kit?
Whether you're 15 or 40, I always suggest this quick 5-minute basic makeup routine:
1.       Even your skin tone with a tinted moisturizer with SPF all over your face.
2.       Cover problem spots with foundation and concealer as needed.
3.       Add color with blush on the apples of your cheeks.
4.       Add shine with a sheer color across your lips.
5.       (Optional) Define your eyes with a coat of black mascara.
If I want a more dramatic look, I play with darker colors on my lips and eyes or stronger makeup such as eyeliner to define the eyes. Just remember to keep your lips neutral if you're doing a strong eye and vice versa.

(This story originally ran in the Patch 11/19/2010)

http://montclair.patch.com/articles/girl-talk-an-interview-with-bobbi-brown

Carmex

Not only is everyone's favorite lip balm company (Carmex) doing color, they are also making hand and body creams. I know a thing or two about hand cream. I have very dry skin and I keep hand cream nearby at all times. It seems the second the temperature drops, my finger crack and skin dries out.

At first I was skeptical about the Carmex hand cream. I mean, after all, this is a company that makes lip balm. What do they know about my hands and feet? Actually this is a company that makes amazing lip balm. And they also make amazing hand cream. Love it! Can you hear me shouting? It's light, absorbs quickly and smells like a mix of vanilla and mint or vanilla and something. I'm not quite sure. Anyway, you can find Carmex Healing Lotion and Healing Cream at Walgreens or drugstore.com.

So what are you waiting for? Get some Carmex Healing Cream today and start getting rid of your alligator skin.

Carmex Ultra Hydrating Lip Balm + tint!

Just in time for that time of year when our lips feel parched and start to crack -- Carmex is introducing a tinted lip balm.

Well it's actually the same lip balm, just with a touch of sheer color. I've been using mine a lot. The color is dark enough to see, but light enough that you can apply it without looking in a mirror.

Great product to keep in your purse, book bag, or pocket. Available in pink or peach. Made with vitamin E, aloe , shea butter and avocado butter and SPF 15.

Let me know what you think.

$2.99 @Walgreens

Perla on the lips

Ahh ... Borghese. The luxurious makeup company is launching a new lipstick come November, It's one of those two-in-one lipsticks that have a moisturizer in the middle of it.

The lipstick delivers rich, opaque color with a high pearl finish. Think lots of shimmer. It's made with vitamins A, E & C to condition lips and help provide anti-oxidant protection, and Chamomile and Aloe to soothe and smooth. Pick your color.

Perla Nudo

Perla Café

Perla Fiamma

Perla Pesca

Perla Vino

Perla Rosa

$24.50

Available:  November 2010

More Beauty Deals

Last week I wrote about beauty deals at CVS/360 Beauty. I want to make you aware of some additional beauty bargains at CVS/pharmacy with exclusive discounts just for Web purchases. Time to stock up on staples.

Shoppers will receive:

·     25% off all beauty August 30^th – September 5^th

·     20% off all beauty September 6^th – September 26^th

Also, during the month of September CVS customers can get big rewards on these brands.

• Maybelline Lip and Eye – Spend $10 Get $3 Extra Care Bucks
• Nivea and Eucerin – Spend $15 Get $5 Extra Care Bucks
• Acne Free and Wrinkle Free – Spend $20 Get $10 Extra Care Bucks

And don't forget about CVS/pharmacy’s 100% money back Beauty Guarantee!  If you don’t love it, bring it back (opened or unopened) along with a receipt for a full refund.

Beauty that Sizzles!

Hey kids aren't the only ones who get back to school deals. But I'm not talking pens and pencils or paperclips.

Beauty 360 is offering a great promotion -- 20%

Beauty 360 is CVS' site for prestige makeup brands like Laura Geller, Paula Dorf and Vincent Longo.


Code: Sizzle

If you're looking to tan without the sun's rays, try Neutrogena MicroMist Sunless Tanning Spray. I like this in medium. It is a no-rub formula, doesn't streak and doesn't turn your skin orange. A very good product for a good price!
Under $10.
I would ask a friend for help in getting those hard to reach areas.
p.s. The product dries quickly -- almost instantaneously so it won't stain clothes.

When sunscreen rules become confusing & outdated

Here's a link to an article in the NYTimes about sunscreen regulations. I suggest reading it. It is informative. You may want to rethink your sunscreen regime after reading this article.


http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/24/fashion/24Skin.html?ref=fashion