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Yesterday was my greatest Mother’s Day yet. (Is it wrong that I can’t make a statement like that without conjuring up a mental image of Chris Harrison? Stay tuned for Whoorl’s Greatest, Most Romantic Mother’s Day Yet! Don’t go anywhere! You do not want to miss The Most Dramatic Holiday Of The Year!) (Is it even worse [...]

Will you take a look at this woman? It’s been several months, but I think it’s time to induct another participant into the Hair Thursday Fishing For Compliments Hall of Fame. Cue lights! Fanfare! Trumpeteers! Congratulations, Sarah! Your hair is so lovely that I just might weep. That is her natural color, people! NOT FAIR, SARAH. I’m totally pissed. Obviously, Sarah [...]

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Yogurt seems to be a hot commodity these days. If it's not Activia talking about "bifidus regularis" (who made that up?!) it is beauty brands dipping their hands into the yogurt craze. With good reason of course, yogurt is a fabulous protein that helps your skin with hydration. Dial, who I usually associate with bar soap and liquid hand soap, has recently come out with a yogurt body wash that you skin is sure to find yummy. Just as Head & Shoulders surprised me with their hair care rebranding, Dial also delighted me with their nourishing body wash.I have Dial's Yogurt Body Wash in Aloe…

We're entering into the final two weeks of my fund-raising efforts for Meadow Quinn. So far the ChipIn donations are at $650 (just 32% of my goal) and the auctions have been going very well. The MAC Cosmetics auction #3 is in it's final hours (go check it out and bid before it's too late) and auction #4 is now live.Auction #4 is from Berwick Beauty. Retail value is $185 (each set) and there are 3 product sets available. The products included are from the Coming Up Roses collection. I personally own some of these products myself and I can tell you that they are really fabulous. You can get the…

On June 12th, 13th and 14th, Borghese invites you to a Spa Experience at Borghese at Bloomingdales in California.Borghese Spa Experience· Luxurious facial treatments in a private setting, targeted for you and your lifestyle· Nourishing arm and hand massages using Borghese’s illuminating and essential body basics· Summer color application that adds a special bloom to bronzed skin or touch of beach beauty· Free Gift with PurchaseBook your appointment early and receive an additional gift of appreciation.Please contact the following Borghese Counters to set up your appointment:San Diego -…

The warm weather is here and for me that means wearing sandals and shoes without socks. Not really a big fan of socks, but hey, I live in the mountains where it gets bone-chilling cold and it leaves me no other choice than to wear them all winter long. My feet rejoice for the warmer weather, but with the warmer weather comes the thing we all fear--your feet can not smell so "fragrant" in your favorite shoes. That's where Fragrant Footings by Summer Soles steps in. (Pun intended!)If you remember, I bought these awesome shoes from AK Anne Klein for Fashion Week and I could not wait for Spring…

Couture in the City: Today’s Couture - BeltsHarness them up ladies! Yes belts are the latest trend right now. Whether you are trying to look good in the office or for an evening event. There is a way to accent your frocks. By getting some tips from our celebrity friends, we let these trend setters pave the way.Feel Fabulous InstantlyA quick way to change your mood from blah-dee-dah to wonderful.Makeup Minute Gives You a Chance to Win $215 Worth of Products from PrescriptivesEnter to win Prescriptives Urban Heat sweepstakes!Moms Buzz: Mother and Daughter Bonding for Mother's DayA few tips…

Oh, lovely readers. What fun the last few weeks have been! First the week(s) from hell at the office, complete with two overnight trips. Then, the stomach virus...fun! And now, I've been sick for a week with some kind of mutant cold/cough that I just can't shake. The cold, damp weather here in NY isn't helping, either. You know what the only good thing about a week of coughing is? The abs. Tight

I've been slacking off these days - just realized I never posted the results of the favorite April cover vote! Well, the winner's really no surprise...once again, Vanity Fair has won the majority of your votes! The Funny Girls cover featuring Sarah Silverman, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler finished with 38.5% of your votes, far ahead of its competition. Coming in second was new mama Salma Hayek with

I hate to say it, but I've been hideously bored by so many of this season's new beauty releases. I think that's part of what's been keeping me from blogging as fast-and-furiously as usual - aside from my day job, at least. I'm just not that excited about anything! I searched my makeup bag for inspiration today, but nearly every product in there was something that's been in heavy rotation for

In my recent Beauty MacGyver post, I can't believe I forgot to mention one of my favorite little tricks - using a claw clip as a hairbrush. It's top-of-mind for me right now, as I'm in Atlanta for a conference and left my trusty brush home! My little clip did just fine until I had a chance to venture down to the gift shop for, um, an actual brush. Anyhow, speaking of beauty on the road... What

If you've ever had a sunburn on your lips, this post is for you. It's the worst, isn't it? Even if you apply your regular sunscreen to your lips, you manage to lick or rub it off pretty quickly...and then you're left with an exposed kisser that burns faster than a bug under a magnifying glass. Well, my fair-lipped friends, a new generation of SPF lippies has arrived to protect your pucker. If

SYB BABE: ShyQUESTION: "I need to find an exfoliator for my face that gives my skin a healthy natural glow in about 7 days, I'm thinkin maybe Sephora? Can you guide me in the right direction?"ANSWER: Well, of course I can! It's funny, Shy, that you actually specified "seven days," because I believe that the best, best, best exfoliator on the market is Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula ($17.50). It's not harsh like most face scrubs--in fact, it's so gentle you'll wonder if it's actually working. But after a week of use, your skin will feel absolutely baby-soft, supple, and…

Hey girls,Just found out that TeenReads.com is running an excerpt of SIXTEEN CANDLES! Check it out right here!kisses,Tia

Hi ladies,Thanks so much for your sweet emails about SIXTEEN CANDLES! I hope you love it and tell all your 12-18 year old associates to buy, buy, buy! Okay, must back off from the self-promotion for a minute. Lately, I've been trying to give my nails (fingers, not toes) a polish break. They've been getting really brittle and they're peeling and cracking...it's a nightmare. So, I've just been doing a nice buff and clear polish, getting my nails prepped for the onslaught of summery, trashy-bright manicures that'll start happening around May 31st. Here's the problem, though. After a season of…

Hi ladies,It's here, it's here! The second book in my IT CHICKS series, SIXTEEN CANDLES (Hyperion/Disney, $8.99) hits stores on Tuesday, May 6th! It’s juicy and fabulous and, despite being a book about a bunch of sassy performing arts school kids, it's total grownup guilty pleasure (over-21-year-olds should not feel bad about buying a paperback with pastel balloons and a birthday cake on the cover)! In lieu of giving the whole delicious plot away, I'll just give you a little update on what's been going on with the It-chicks in the month since all their first-week-of-school drama went…

Hi girls,I innocently walked into a Mizani event yesterday--you know, the groundbreaking brown-girl haircare line?--and left with the best hair of my life. So much so that, despite fighting off a deadly stomach flu--hence the sallowness and eye bags--I had to come home and immediately take a pic of my hair for my ladies (excuse the 70's porn quality, I took it with the "Photo Booth" thingie on my I-book). Let's get right to the point. The event was to launch Mizani's new Scalp Care, a new in-salon treatment for all kinds of scalp issues (dandruff, dryness, itchiness, excessive oiliness,…

“Do any of your readers have recommendations for a concealer that is good for sensitive skin? –Anne T.” Do my readers have recommendations? Of course! Well don’t prove me wrong–give your advice in the comments! Phew it sure has been a while since I received a reader makeup question–please remember that if you have a makeup question, whether its about application, best product, etc. submit it to shannon @ b5media dot com and I’ll post it on Monday! * Photo Credit: Stila Share This

Elizabeth Arden’s Color Intrigue Effects Lipstick is the newest ultra-hydrating true-to-color lipstick that is lightweight, yet long lasting. The gorgeous shades above are ones I recently received from the new collection that contain 18 colors overall. The shades are broken down into reds, corals, pinks, plums and neutral hues. These shades also vary by effect: cream, shimmer and pearl. Amazingly, these are the same lipsticks just shot at a different angle. When the light hits them on your lips at a different angle, the color appears to change. I chose to go with Wine Cream (pictured…

Yes, with a clear question mark. When I came across an ad from Smashbox for their new mascara with claims of being “bionic” I clearly dismissed it and said, “Whaaa?“ “BIONIC is the first-ever ionic formula mascara. The primary ingredient in BIONIC is a chain molecule with a positive charge. The friction caused by sweeping the mascara brush across lashes causes a negative charge. Since opposites attract, the positively charged formula adheres to the negatively charged lashes for a dramatic effect that lasts all day.” (As described on Smashbox’s product…

              The colors of an island paradise. Hues of crystal waters, blue skies and pink sand. Waves lapping shine like diamonds. Where’s your oasis when you need it? MAC’s new Naughty Nauticals are for the girl who couldn’t help but care more about primping on a desert island than about her 3 hour tour gone wrong. S.O.S? No, we want to keep these MAC goodies to ourselves! This fab pre-summer collection is available now! What do you think? Are the colors a wearable collection? Share This

It’s pretty evident that I am a lip gloss junkie. Even when the shine of gloss is so last year, I still heart it and do it anyway. So when I heard that wearing gloss without an SPF can actually lead to an increase risk of skin cancer, I was shocked to say the least. “Shiny lips are beautiful. Lip glosses bring out the natural color of your lips and the shimmery light gives you an irresistibly-kissable look. Lip gloss also, however, allows ultraviolet radiation to penetrate the delicate skin of your lips, increasing the risk for sun damage and even lip cancer later in life.”…

My cousin sent me these two links today - they are pretty hysterical - enjoy. :) The first one is “If They Were Women,” 15 male celebrities photoshopped into women.  George Clooney, Ashton Kutcher (uh, gorgeous), Leo DiCaprio - they are all there.  Hysterical.  Bruce Willis is NOT an attractive woman. ;) The second is female celebs without their makeup.  Makeup is a wonderful thing.  Pay special note to Cameron Diaz and Kate Moss.  And the before picture of Whitney - well - it was just not right of them to choose that one.  ;) Tags:…

While I am not a great fan of the quality of Chanel’s nail polish (why oh why don’t they improve this??), the colors never fail to totally rock.  They have just released the Robertson Boulevard collection: This pink is to die for.  Yellow, while not a color I can wear, if you can wear it, its gorgeous and super current.  Chanel polish retails for $25, and is available at your nearest Chanel boutique or online at Chanel.com. BTW, what I *don’t* like about Chanel polish can be pretty easily remedied.  After a few uses, the polish thickens up to the point…

Please pardon the big ol’ copy/paste here, but in the interest of time (this event is in less than two hours, and my sons soccer game is in 30 min- aack) I wanted to let all the Dallas folks know about this C.O. Bigelow event happening: As C.O. Bigelow prepares to turn 170 years old, America’s oldest apothecary is coming to the Dallas Galleria to share its time-honored formulas in a fun, modern setting. Based in New York’s Greenwich Village, C.O. Bigelow Apothecary is renowned for its century-old honest, genuine and trustworthy pharmacy recipes. The Apothecary has attracted a cult…

Really I can hardly believe it is May already.  Every time I write “May” (which has been a lot in 2 days for some reason!) it freaks me out a little bit.  This has been a tough week for me - feeling the allergies, my son has had some weird stomach flu and my hubby has had a hell week too.  TGIF baby!  I have a lot of link catching up to do over the weekend, so here is the first, with my return to Web Snob, after a week hiatus (has it been a rough two weeks??  Maybe.).  :)  Enjoy your weekend - I know I will!!  55 Secret Street is combating…

  A reader emailed near the end of April asking for me to please point out this gorgeous kit from TooFaced.  I took a peek, and couldn’t help but agree.  This is the Love Lisa Beauty Battle Box, from Too Faced Cosmetics and has been a top seller at Too Faced for a good while now.   The kit was inspired by the sister of Too Faced CEO, Jerrod Blandino, who is battling skin cancer.  The kit is $32.50, and includes two lip glosses, a duo face shimmer, and 4 eyeshadow colors.  The best part is that a “fat chunk” of the proceeds on this kit go to…

When it comes to beauty, certain products evoke cult followings. And when those babies evolve, good things happen. Take Tarte Cosmetics best-selling Cheek Stain, for example. The chubby wind-up tube is a cinch to apply and comes in a range of wearable shades. So Tarte added a natural version to their cheeky spring collection—aptly named Full Blossom Natural Swirl Cheek Stain. After swirling together two universally flattering shades, the resulting sheer rose shade leaves skin with the sweetest, pink glow.Aside from the colour (which is derived from gentle mineral pigments), the formula…

Want to know a beauty secret? Nothing gives away your age faster than dry, sun-damaged hands. They are the most exposed part of the body – battling harsh elements daily.Nivea Hand DNAge Zone Action is a lightly scented, anti-aging cream that fights to reduce the appearance of sunspots and lines while moisturizing. Folic Acid and Creatine increase cell renewal and support cell regeneration. Hands feel protected and soft after one application. The cream glides on smoothly and dries quickly – it doesn’t leave you with that dreaded greasyfeeling.Though designed for mature skin, this cream…

Aren't we all a bit of a beauty geek? My gal pal Janine is and she has just started a blog - aptly named BeautyGeeks, for the benefit of us all.Janine Falcon is probably one of most seasoned beauty journalists I know. For many years she was the Senior Beauty Editor for Canadian Living and Homemakers magazines, and if that was not enough, she is also a freelance makeup artist. How she does it all, I have NO IDEA. "While I love a new lipgloss as much as the next girl, really I’m all about solution-oriented beauty, stuff that delivers glowing skin, glossy hair, fresh-faced beauty, and…

Congratulations to Kristi Smith of Nashville TN. She is the lucky gal who won the LookFab Moments Gift Basket.It's on its way to you. ENJOY

In May 2008, Lancôme launched its men’s skincare line: Lancôme Men. I had the pleasure of testing the following products:• The Ultimate Cleansing Gel• The High Definition Shave Foam• The Renergy 3D Firming Cream• The Age Fight Yeux Perfecting GelIn clinical studies conducted with 365 men of varying age, Lancôme produced some telling conclusions about men, and the way their skin performs in relation to women’s. Men's skin is physically different from women's: oilier, thicker, and warmer because it contains more blood vessels. Just consider the fact that us guys shave off our…

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New Product Launch Alert!Babyliss has launched the new Nano Titanium Mini ½ inch flat iron.Yes you read correctly, it is only a ½ inch wide and 6 inches long.You can throw it in your purse, bag, or leave in your car for those quick touch ups.This is going to be great!You think you flat iron too much now wait until you get this iron – all the time! This iron is an extention of Babyliss’s already successful line of Nano flat irons and has the same core technology which I love!It has titanium and ceramic plates, heats up to 430 degrees F, gets close to the scalp, and is dual voltage for…

Our American Idol favs David Cook and David Archuleta are starting to look awfully similar.It is hilarious!The soon to be top two (no predictions here) are starting to take on the exact same spiky top with a slight bang swing hair style.They must be using the same hairstylist I hope!  Who do you like better?  Comment below!

Product Girl is giving away 4 goodie bags from the upcoming Sex and the City movie! Check out Product Girl for more information. Beauty Anonymous reveals the jelly pinkness of the Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Spring 2008 Salon Collection ! Raging Rouge announces the MAX Factor May Makeover giveaway. Over $750 of MAX Factor products will be divided up between TEN winners on May 17th. Good luck! SugarShock Beauty has a newfound love for foundation: the makeup artist- and Madge-approved Face Atelier Ultra Foundation. The Muse whispers in your ear about Benefit’s Newest Cheek Stain for…

Celebrity hairstylist Edward Tricomi of Warren Tricomi salon in New York City demonstrates a simple hair cutting technique for long hair.  Edward details that disjointed layers around the face is one of the most common mistakes in cutting long hair.  See Edward’s technique on fixing this major issue.   

Christina Ricci has made the transformation from an emo wearing punk rock grunge to a glamorous red carpet wearing debutant.At the Tribeca Film Festival premiere of Speed Racer, Ricci stole the show with her lighter brown locks and darker brown low lights.The incredible color job really lightens Christina’s face and softens her overall appearance.I love it!StyleBell Exclusive: I have heard from a phenom celebrity colorist that low lights are what is “In” for the Summer/Fall.Christina you are leading the pack with the trends.

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This is my friend Shannon from A Girl’s Gotta Spa with her mom: Here’s why Shannon thinks her mom is beautiful: “My mom has the greatest smile. It always gives me a sense of unconditional love. She’s beautiful in so many ways–the way she listens when I need her to, lends words of advice (even when I [...]

This is my friend Jami from Bionic Beauty with her mom at Trackrock Riding Stables in Blairsville, GA.  Here’s why Jami thinks her mom is beautiful: “My mom is beautiful on the outside and even more so on the inside. She’s an incredibly strong person who always encouraged my sister and I to be independent women. [...]

Pictured here is my friend Ellen from Lipstick Powder ‘n Paint and her lovely mom: Here’s why Ellen thinks her mom is beautiful: “My mother doesn’t need to wear any makeup to look stunning - she is glamorous from the moment she wakes up to when she goes to bed. As well as being a ‘Yummy Mummy’, she [...]

This is my friend Amber from Beauty Blogging Junkie. While I was in New York last week, Amber and I had dinner together right after we invaded the beauty closet at one of the top fashion magazines. I am so not kidding. (That’s a story for another day, but Amber and I were pinching each [...]

Copyright © 2008 Von Freudenberg Ent. i wish I could say I was off on some exotic island doing a photo shoot or something.. or off on a worldwide media tour with some celebrity doing her makeup… but sadly no. It’s only an upgrade to Wordpress that pretty much wiped out about 4 years of posts and giving me about every bug you can think of to make this blog work again…. took about a week, I’m not kidding, and I’m pretty tech savvy so… it’s been a week of frustration and endless nights till 3 am trying to get her (my blog) up and running again.

Copyright © 2008 Von Freudenberg Ent.PRO vs. PERSONAL: Foundation: ” PRO: Foundation Face Atelier Foundation + Primer My foundation holy grail. My god sent. My angel from above. You get the idea. After seeing what it did on my shoot for Harper’s Bazaar, in one close up shot, this stuff makes skin look like velvet. Like nothing I’ve ever seen before. I can literally see the difference, transforming right in front of my eyes, and this is on model’s skin, who most of the time is pretty dang perfect to begin with. This foundation makes me look soooo good. And the best part, it’s…

Copyright © 2008 Von Freudenberg Ent.Spring Makeup Trend: The New Bronze: ” Spring Makeup from the Spring Collections. Oh that was sooo last year, but guess what. NOW is the time when we get to actually put to use all the new trends and colors that we saw from the shows. And I pulled the top 4 looks that I think will go over big (if they haven’t already).. along with my tips, tricks and ideas as to how to apply the look and make it your own. So are you ready? Pens and notebooks? Coffee cup? it’s time for Pro Makeup Lesson for Spring! Spring Trend #1: Matte Bronzer Biggest change…

Copyright © 2008 Von Freudenberg Ent.RSVP: Max Factor Salutes Hollywood Fashion Show: “ Last week, I got THIS in my email. Who: MAX Factor Salutes Hollywood Fashion Show When: March 14, 2007, 8 PM Where: Social Hollywood 6525 Sunset Boulevard, LA, CA What: Celebrity-studded fashion show to salute Hollywood and the L.A. fashion scene with A-List talent: Carmen Electra is our official host and emcee All proceeds will benefit Clothes Off Our Back, a children’s charity founded by actors and philanthropists Jane Kaczmarek and Bradley Whitford whose efforts, along with their…

Copyright © 2008 Von Freudenberg Ent.Spring Makeup Trend: The Red Lip: “ Spring/Summer Makeup Trend #2: The Red Lip Top Row: Betsey Johnson, Monique Lhuillier, Bottom Row: Lacoste, Tuleh It looks like the red lip is here to stay a while. Think classic, modern, fun, easy. Nope, this is not your super perfect matte red mouth from the 90’s. Now, it’s softer, sheerer, and just pick a red. Any red. From blue reds to cherry reds, to pinky reds.. they’re all IN. The key is color, application, and upkeep. Yep. That red lip takes a lot of work to keep it up. COLOR: First off, avoid that…

Love her or hate her...Madonna certainly is a trendsetter.  Even at 50, she look sstunning.  Even more incredibly, she has always had the ability to take a current trend and run with it or resuurect one from the past and have women everywhere running out to duplicate the look (Hello...the Bad Girl video in 1993 had everyone running out to buy Spice lip pencil and Lucid lipstick from MAC and tweezing off all their eyebrows - me included!) So it comes as no surprise that she would have a memorable cover this time around.  For the newest trend setting album cover for her latest…

Hey chicas...don't forget about The Makeup Show this Sunday and Monday (May 18-19) in New York City.  If you remember, Michael DeVellis (the Director of the Powder Group) - has guaranteed that TMG readers can attend with no issues whatsoever. Click here to see the post you can print out and take with you for admittance.  Josi and I will be in the house, so If you are planning to attend - email me so we can meet up with you!! Stay Pretty!

I am REALLY big on tinted moisturizers of any kind because I don't wear foundation...BUT I like the look that it gives just not the way it feels.  The latest one I am obsessed with is Smashbox Sheer Focus Tinted Moisturizer.  This is a lightweight feeling product that gives fairly good coverage (I used it under my eyes with really good results) and powdered on top and it looks FANTASTIC.  The formula contains a citrus/honey combination, as well as vitamins C and E to offer protection against free radicals and anti-aging peptides to improve elasticity. It feels a bit tingly when…

Mineral color fever has officially swept the nation (if not the world) and companies are finding new and exciting ways to package the product and new ways for us to wear it.  One such company is Susan Posnick Cosmetics.  Susan was a celebrity makeup artist who developed her own line of mineral cosmetics. Susan's blush, ColorMe which is best described as a pop of color for your cheeks is fun to apply and the color lasts FOREVER!  Great for travel and it even has a little mirror on the top of the cap for on the go application. You can also use COLORME on your lips - just top it…

Summertime is almost here and you know what that means...open toed shoes (check the open toed shoe pledge ladies)!  I am guilty of letting the tootsies go longer than I should in the wintertime but come spring I am in that chair getting my tootsies and fingers buffed to perfection. That being said, getting weekly mani/pedis can be costly, but doing at home can be daunting as well...what do you buy, how do you put a kit together?  Well fret no more, a company called Kiss has taken care of all that.  They put together mani and padi sets that contain everything you need to do a…

What They Say: "This sheer, creme-gel blush hydrates and firms while giving cheeks a natural, radiant glow. Airbrush Effects Blushwhip has a unique air-like texture, with weightless, light diffusing pigments that create a smooth and flawless looking complexion. The easy-to-blend,...

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What They Say: "The art of perfect brows is simplified with this all-in-one brow kit. Features three powder shades, mini tweezers and mini brush for professional results." Melissa Says: It feels a little decadent, in its shiny black case filled...

With warmer, sunnier days comes hair's increased exposure to shade-fading rays. Whether  it's a shampoo, conditioner or leave-in, we want to know: Which product is your current favorite to protect that pretty color?...

What They Say: "Our Face Powders create a light, silky veil which can be used on bare skin or as a setting powder over makeup for a flawless finish that lasts all day. Oil-absorbing ingredients minimize shine for a...

I think that brand licensing and diffusion lines are really confusing. Add onto that the new “grey” market in which mass merchants like Target are suddenly selling products usually found only in salons and upscale department stores (i.e. Bumble and Bumble, Kiehl’s, O.P.I), and it’s that much more difficult to understand what you’re buying these days. Is it the real deal? Expired product? Something completely different? Such was the case when I started using a new moisturizer and began digging into the who/what/where, etc behind it. The cream in question is Kirkland Signature by…

StyleBell shows you how to make some serious waves with your flat iron. Beauty Anonymous reveals the jelly pinkness of the Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Spring 2008 Salon Collection! Raging Rouge announces the MAX Factor May Makeover giveaway. Over $750 of MAX Factor products will be divided up between TEN winners on May 17th. Good luck! SugarShock Beauty has a newfound love for foundation: the makeup artist- and Madge-approved Face Atelier Ultra Foundation. The Muse whispers in your ear about Benefit's Newest Cheek Stain for Summer! Pssttttt! Enjoy the first ever images, product photos, and…

If there's one movie I have been dying to see, it's the highly anticipated Sex and the City movie. To celebrate the return of our beloved girls, we're giving away a Sex and the City Goodie Bag every week in May! When it comes to screen size, bigger is definitely better! Sex and the City arrives only in theaters on May 30th, 2008 and it promises to answer all of the lingering questions – will Carrie and Big finally tie the knot? Can Samantha really be satisfied with just one man? Will Charlotte ever get pregnant? Can Miranda and Steve actually live happily ever after? Enter to win a fabulous…

Do you ever have products that you love in the store and then when you bring them home, you forget about them? That's what happened with me and this palette until I found it again last night. The Smashbox Shockwave Fusion Eye & Cheek Palette is so adorable. It features four shimmering shadows in hues of blue, green, beige and brown then two alternating blushes in pink and rose. With the exception of your lips and mascara, you can do your whole face with this palette so you can make a little room for it in your makeup bag. Today I'm wearing the sand shade all over the lid with a little bit of…

Insoles are usually not the kind of thing that I talk about with people but we were sent some interesting insoles from Fragrant Footings that we liked so we're taking the opportunity to try and expand the range of products we talk about on Product Girl. Fragrant Footings Scented Insoles are scented with essential oils and are hypoallergenic. The insoles are made of a wool and rayon blend that can be trimmed to fit any shoe. At first glance, the feel of the materials may seem a little odd but it's the material itself that really makes these insoles worth trying. The insoles come in Garden…

In the movie The Devil Wears Prada what was the impossible task that Miranda Priestly ordered Andy to find for her twins? Sponsored by Prescriptives!

Now that the warm weather is upon us, it’s time to put the cool, winter colors away and break out your warm, summery colors--beautiful bronzes, golds and corals. Just in time for summer, Dior is releasing its Goldrush collection. The collection features four new shades of Addict High Shine lipstick and 18-Karat versions of the 5-color eyeshadow palette and Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss in tan, shimmery gold and coral hues. The collection also includes a limited-edition medallion that contains an all-over golden glow highlighter for the eyes, cheeks and lips. The compact is adorned with champagne…

WE LOVE BEAUTY.com wants you to VOTE for Look of the Month April! Make your own special monster with Tot Snob! KRiSTOPHER shops the best black on sale. Stiletto Jungle has discovered no-slip strapless bras. Coquette finds fresh Summer looks in the color green. Bag Bliss’ Fantastic 14 List: Fourteen Fabulous Bags under $140!!! My Fashion Life catches Giorgio Armani during his whirlwind tour of NYC. Shrimpton Couture weighs in on the Costume Institute Gala. StyleBakery.com's tips for finding the right swimsuit for your figure. Celebs Spill to Stylehive at the Met Costume Institute Gala!

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As any pale girl knows, a safe faux-tan is hard to come by. From looking like an Umpa Lumba to being a streaky mess, I’ve been through it all (and multiple times)! Luckily, this month M.A.C. has a new product, Skinsheen, that they’ve promised will bronze me to perfection. I hope they’re right, because the last thing I want is to look like a pasty mess my first weekend back out in the Hamptons! Skinsheen is a smooth-on, gel-based bronzer that’s soft and mousse-like to apply. It comes in a range from Medium to Deep Dark and is priced at $22.50. M.A.C. suggests using their $52, 179 Body…

Mascara's almost uncanny ability to brighten up a face in a minute flat can inspire some pretty intense devotion to the ones that work best. With hot and humid right around the corner, we're more inclined than usual to keep makeup light and easy, so finding one looks great without much else becomes even more critical. To get the most mileage out of a minimal makeup routine, one key is making sure your mascara offers the best boost for your unique lashes. Below are three that we like best – which mascaras do you reach for time and again? Let us know in the comments section. Lengthening: YSL…

Sometimes I’m looking to multiply, not just add to, my wardrobe. Either everything seems worn to death, I’m craving a partially new look or there’s just not enough time to search for a whole new ensemble. When that’s the case, a piece like this Linen Abstract-Print Full Skirt ($89 at Banana Republic) is my fashion panacea. Let us count the ways this skirt is wonderful: it’s cut in a fantastic, flattering shape and a truly versatile length, combines black and a more interesting maroon color, and hits subtly on this season’s artistic-print trend – subtly enough that you’ll be…

Mother's Day is a wonderful celebration of the strength, wisdom and the overall fabulousness of our mothers. Beyond their individual greatness, the wonderful (although sometimes trying) friendships we share are also something to uphold. When a mother and daughters' forces are combined there is no stopping us.Here, two mother/daughter teams that have used their special bonds to form companies that exude style, innovation and, most importantly...friendship! If you're at a loss for a last minute Mother's Day gift, look no further! C.H.A.R.M Founded in 2001, C.H.A.R.M is all about expressing your…

When you’re spending a third (or half) of your weekday hours in the office, you definitely deserve a personalized, pleasant workspace. With summer – and turbocharged ACs – just around the corner, staving off dry hands and freezing arms with the items below may make your day go a little more smoothly.This huge (over six feet long!) silk and Pashmina wrap ($45.99 at The Pashmina Store) is chic enough to look like clothes when you’re all wrapped up at your desk, and will keep you from running for hot tea every few minutes. For parched hands, we love L’Occitane Lavender Harvest Hand…

I’m liable to spend more on a pair of black pants than on a big bright piece of jewelry; I usually follow that time-honored piece of fashion advice that we’ve all heard at least a dozen times, spending more on staples and classic pieces than out-there accessories. But even though you might not be able to wear them every day, bold statement necklaces are a fabulous way to dress up a simple outfit. With pieces under $50, you can feel good about experimenting with new looks – even if you only wear them with a few choice ensembles.Beaded NecklacesThis coral and turquoise palette of this…

Every season Flirt! Cosmetics gathers a few old and a few new items to create a themed color story of the season. For Summer 2008, the look is called Bright On! This four-product combination includes a creamy eye shadow, a deep-violet mascara, a dark-purple eyeliner pencil (in my absolute favorite color, Purple Rain — it's so dark it looks almost black) and a brand-new lip balm with SPF 12 called Flirt-Tinis. Flirt-Tinis are sheer, conditioning, limited-edition glossy balms that moisturize lips while providing a little bit of shimmer. I love that they glide on smooth without any of the…

Earlier today, TeamSugar member Elynlovesyou posed a good question. She's trying to stay fit, but she often doesn't work out between work and school because of the time-suck that is postgym grooming. "Is there a way to make my hair last through a workout," she asked. "Or a way to revive it without having to wash/wet it and dry it again?" Yep, absolutely! First, I would suggest wearing your hair in a ponytail or bun. If you have bangs, use a barrette to keep them off of your forehead; this will keep any sweat out of your hair. All of this seems like an obvious choice, but every now and then I…

If you're tired of having a bathroom cluttered with brand names, you might want to check out these labels from Debranded Home. A pack of five stick-on labels ($9) lets you transform any plain container into a fancy-looking, brand-free label. To make the most out of these labels, just reuse a plastic container. (These pictures feature glass, but as most people know, glass in the shower is a bad idea.) Your best bet is to buy your products in bulk or make your own, then fill 'er up when need be. Pretty simple, and pretty smart!

I had no idea that Rachael Leigh Cook was so adventurous with her hairstyles and hair color until I started rummaging through pictures of her from the past few years. Back in the day, she switched back and forth from brown to red, but over the weekend at the Step Up Women's Network Inspiration Awards Lunch in Los Angeles, her hair looked lighter than ever. Plus, it was cut into a Louise Brooks bob. I'll admit, this isn't my favorite style on the starlet, but she has such a beautiful face that I don't think she could ever look terrible. Which hair color do you prefer on Rachael? Source What…

May 30 is just around the corner, and you know what that means . . . Sex! And! The! City! If you are as excited as we are to catch back up with Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, and Samantha, then you won't want to miss our exclusive giveaway. We're flying one lucky winner and three of her very best friends out to San Francisco to join the Sugar girls at a private screening two days before the film opens to the general public. All you have to do is log in and take our SATC trivia quiz! It doesn't matter how well you score; all you have to do is play (and log in!) to be automatically entered. Check…

Prescriptives Good in Bed night creme has grapefruit extract, which supposedly brightens and leaves skin dewy and soft.  It's so good that you should have the "morning after" glow.  Maybe it's true.  Good in Bed is also the name of a book by Jennifer Weiner.  The sequel, which was just released called Certain Girls held my interest on the plane ride back from Nawlins.  But, I wish I had purchased the night creme before my trip.  A weekend of family, food, and fun has me spent.  Good in Bed is on counters now.  I definitely need a…

Bonjour, I'm headed to Nawlins today, but will be back blogging on Monday and with a double dose of beauty news. Here's an interesting article on the Dove campaign and retouching. http://jolienadine.com/blog/2008/05/08/exclusive-dove-real-beauty-campaign-statement/

Pamper yourself inside and out this Mother’s Day courtesy of Carol’s Daughter.  Author Amy Dubois Barnett will be appearing at the Carol’s Daughter flagship store in Harlem to sign copies of her new book, Get Yours: The Girlfriend’s Guide to Having Everything You’ve Ever Dreamed of and More. The former editor-in-chief of Teen People and Honey Magazine, Dubois Barnett is currently the deputy editor-in-chief at Harper’s Bazaar. Dubois Barnett will be giving advice based on her book at the event for an empowering Mother’s Day. While Get Yours gives you a spiritual boost,…

Beauty.com has collaborated with NY fashion and wedding gown designer Lela Rose to offer customers a limited edition beauty valise filled with beauty goodies.  The exclusive Lela Rose Travel Bag comes just in time for the busy vacation season and is available with a purchase of $100 or more on Beauty.com.  Too bad it won't be here in time for my trip tomorrow. "Beauty.com has a sophisticated customer who is both feminine and fashionable," says Rose.  "She inspired me to want to design an accessory, not just a make-up case . . . one that looked just as cute as the…

Colorscope Lip Gloss: Shades - Trendy (Y/O); Sporty (Y/O); Gutsy (R/O); Feisty (R/O); Giggly (R); Sassy (R); Stylish (B/R); Edgy (B/R) Kohl Eye Pencil – LIMITED EDITION:  Shades - Blue Grotto; Purple RainNEW Shades:  Colorscope Eye Color - Shades - NEW Plum Noir (B/R); NEW Aegean (Y/O); Golden (Y/O); Iced Cider (Y/O); Frosting (R/O); Satin (R); Sunbaked (R); Platinum (R)NEW Shade - Colorscope Creamy Eye Color:  ShadesNEW Lychee (Y/O)Smoking Gun (R)NEW Shade - Colorscope Lipcolor:  Shades - NEW Majorcan Sand (Y/O); Chocolate Frost (Y/O); True Bronze (R/O); Berry Oodles…

Sleeping in on Sunday? Fun. Playing with makeup every day? Exciting. Finding out a story of mine is featured on Glam.com? Priceless. That's right, another of my features for StyleBakery Teen is on the Glam.com homepage today! Head to Glam.com to check out my Solid Perfumes story (link #5 on the homepage). You'll "solidly" enjoy it!

What better way to start off the week than with a good beauty deal? And one of this beauty chick's faves, Lancome, is kicking off the week right with a fab deal -- the Lancome Coffee Break! Today only, you'll get not only free shipping but three deluxe samples with any purchase over $35. You'll get the following samples with your order...L'Extreme Instant Extensions Lengthening MascaraColour Focus Palette 4 Ombres Exceptional Wear EyeColour Quad in 4EdgeColor Design Sensational Effects Lipcolor in Vintage RoseSimply enter promotional code CAFE23 at checkout to take advantage of this…

On a recent trip to beauty mecca bluemercury with my very best friend Katie, I wasn't sure where to look first. The abundance of skincare, makeup and fragrance was truly overwhelming! But then I happened upon the Trish McEvoy Wild Blueberry Vanilla Candle, and suddenly nothing else seemed to matter. With a single intake of breath, I felt as though I had been whisked away to a sensuous bedroom lair complete with velvet bedding and dim mood lighting. In all seriousness, this candle really and truly is one of the most amazing candles I have ever had the opportunity to smell. The fresh scent of…

It's time once again for the Weekend Beauty Read! Check out what my fabulous fellow bloggers at The Beauty Blog Network had on their radar this week!Product Girl is giving away 4 goodie bags from the upcoming Sex and the City movie! Check out Product Girl for more information.StyleBell shows you how to make some serious waves with your flat iron. Beauty Anonymous reveals the jelly pinkness of the Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Spring 2008 Salon Collection !Raging Rouge announces the MAX Factor May Makeover giveaway. Over $750 of MAX Factor products will be divided up between TEN winners on May…

Curious about what may have been happening in the Total Beauty blogosphere this week? Look no further -- this week's edition of Around The Total Beauty World is here! Read on to find out what my lovely fellow bloggers found exciting!Beauty's Spot goes back to her college days to give you her oldest beauty secret, The Soap Opera.Beauty Anonymous shows you Givenchy Summer 2008 Makeup Collection!Beauty411 reviews Soaptopia, a bath line that promised to be "100% junk free"! Check it out!Meredith at Daily Dose of Coffee actually posts a "Face of the Day" (yikes!) and reviews the new LORAC Croc…

© Viva Woman I’ve updated my earlier entry Tips on sunscreen protection & application with a couple more information.  One of which is about when to apply sunscreen in the order of our skincare regime because I noticed that this is something frequently asked.  Actually I’ve always thought that sunscreen should be applied after using our serums [...] © vivawoman.net. If you're not reading this as a news feed, this site you're reading is a splog guilty of copyright infringement. This feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

© Viva Woman I always buy fragrance for my mum and on this Mother’s Day, I bought her the Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Scent Spray.  I wanted to buy the Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Topical that I reviewed last July but I couldn’t find it at the Sasa outlet which I did my fragrance shopping so I settled for [...] © vivawoman.net. If you're not reading this as a news feed, this site you're reading is a splog guilty of copyright infringement. This feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

© Viva Woman Most of us tend to select sunglasses based on design but it is actually more  important to wear shades that provide proper UV protection.  It should also be noted that the degree of darkness has no effect on UV rays and in fact, dark lens can cause our pupil to dilate and without that UV protection [...] © vivawoman.net. If you're not reading this as a news feed, this site you're reading is a splog guilty of copyright infringement. This feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

I have been using the Therapeutic Dermatologic Formula C Scape Serum which contains 10% Vitamin C for a month now and I’m rather happy with the results so far. Overall, my skin texture has even out and because the skin the firmer, my pores also seem tighter. © vivawoman.net. If you're not reading this as a news feed, this site you're reading is a splog guilty of copyright infringement. This feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

© Viva Woman Latest from L’Occitane is a range of skincare targeted at at those with combination and oily skin.  L’Occitane Riz Rice is a new skincare range created using organic red rice from Camargue in Provence using a patented formula to provide mattifying and rebalancing care to the skin. According to the company, this formulation works [...] © vivawoman.net. If you're not reading this as a news feed, this site you're reading is a splog guilty of copyright infringement. This feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

Permanent wall art is something I'm not familiar with; I like change but without the permanence of large holes that nails leave. read more

The songs from Glory Box and Dummy epitomize NYC in the late 90's for me. Visiting here often during those years I could hear the sound of Beth Gibbons voice and that lounge-y trip hop beat oozing...

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Luxe body moisturizers are part of my daily routine and Nature-Girl's Flower Power concoction is my latest lotion obsession. The Neroli Botanical Body Lotion boasts a rich blend of herbal extracts,...

If you've been tossing back those Dove Bars and Hershey's Kisses in hopes of gaining some protection from heart disease, I hope you're smiling while you're eating ...because that might be the only help your heart is getting.Sad, but true, as new research emerges showing that a key process used in making all types of yummy chocolate confections may reduce it's heart healthy benefits leaving us with nothing more than hip-heavy woes. In a study published in this months Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, researchers reveal that much of the flavanoid content that gives cocoa it's…

Is it just me? Or have you also noticed that the very moment you find something you really, really love - a shampoo that doesn't make it look like you slept in a food service hair net, a lipstick in the perfect shade of red, a laundry detergent that doesn't leave your clothes smelling like fertilizer ... the company goes and changes the formula?Like me, do you now live in fear of the words "New and Improved"? Do you shake your head and wonder, where is the "new" and heaven help us, where is the "improved"?Case in point: I have been buying Columbo Low Fat Plain yogurt in 32 ounce containers…

If you're wondering if those hormone-based fertility treatments you had in your 30's or 40's are going to come back to haunt you again in the form of an early or extended menopause - take a deep breath and relax. A new study published in the British journal Reproductive Bio Medicine reports no links between the use of fertility medications and early or severe menopause symptoms. The study, which was the first to look at the long term effects of IVF (in vitro fertilization) during the menopause years, included some 200 women who had just turned 50 years old. They were among the first women to…

Let's face it - we all should be taking in more calcium, doing more weight bearing exercises and generally taking better care of our bones. But unfortunately, since the threat of osteoporosis isn't something we see or feel, many of us roll the dice and just hope we aren't among the millions of women affected by this bone thinning disease - and the leading medical cause of fractures in women.Now, according to new research just published in the British journal Lancet, there may be a new way to discover if, in fact, we are at risk - years, even decades before our bones begin breaking.The…

I gave my word to the many readers I heard from following my story on the dangers linked to the Gardasil cervical vaccine ( now being considered for approval for use in older women ) - that I would stay on top of this story.With this in mind, I'm happy to report the FDA has taken steps towards better protection of women by issuing a stern warning letter to Merck, the makers of Gardasil, for deficiencies found in their West Point, Pennsylvania manufacturing plant. Among the issues cited by the FDA included the fact that Merck failed to establish adequate written procedures describing the…

It’s surprising how much dirt I pick up on my bare feet just walking around my apartment on the hardwood floors. Yes, I clean them regularly (floors and feet) so I can’t figure it out. It was with much delight that when SPA DiONiSnew Foot Scrub and Foot Butter came across my desk, I instantly had to try them. Look for this frosty mint Foot Scrub to not only deodorize your soles but it uses walnut shell powder, botanicals and rich butters from Shea and mango to really get to the deep surface dirt. I like putting the Foot Butter on my feet and then putting socks on. Better to dirty the…

The ESSiE Summer 2008 Nail Polish Collection is upon us and the forecast calls for bright bold color! Yeah! One of these is sure to match your prettiest summer outfit. $8 @ essie.com My Place or Yours (pink rose), Escapades (red, red-coral), Risky Business (glam red meets tangerine, Guilty Pleasures (pink strawberry bliss), Secret Stash (fuchsia), Movers & Shakes (sassy, bold pink)

OK, bad title but it set this next product up perfectly, no? I had an interesting conversation about fragrances with a good friend when we were at the mall the other day. She sticks to light or flowery scents for both day and night during the summertime. I still think you can mix it up in the summer with heavier and lighter scents. Take this GUESS BY MARCiANO Eau de Parfum Spray ($65/3.4oz @ guess.com). It’s a spicy floral or spiflo, as I call it, with the top notes being star fruit, grapefruit, orange curacao and cardamom (ginger), middle of pink honey suckle, peony and jasmine, and base…

Kid tested, Mother approved. Cybelesays tested, Cybelesays approved. (From L to R): JOHN BARRETT Be Healed Styling Masque ($38/5oz @ johnbarrett.com)AG HAiR COSMETiCS Colour Savour Sulfate-Free Shampoo ($20/8oz @ curlmart.com)PRAVANA Hydrating Intensive Leave-In Treatment ($12.99/10.1oz @ sleekhair.com)

Product Girl is giving away 4 goodie bags from the upcoming Sex and the City movie! Check out Product Girl for more information.StyleBell shows you how to make some serious waves with your flat iron.Beauty Anonymous reveals the jelly pinkness of the Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Spring 2008 Salon Collection Raging Rouge announces the MAX Factor May Makeover giveaway. Over $750 of MAX Factor products will be divided up between TEN winners on May 17th. Good luck!SugarShock Beauty has a newfound love for foundation: the makeup artist- and Madge-approved Face Atelier Ultra Foundation.The Muse…

The flowers are blooming and your nose, so used to the dark winter scents is seeking something light and sexy for the spring. While commercial perfumes can be purchased at your local drug store or mall, perhaps finding your signature spring scent will be easy as searching for the natural woman within you. The enchanting idea of natural perfume is the way the scent evolves...

Forget April showers bringing May flowers. This spring, it’s all about great natural products formulated just for women. It used to be that only those in that selected category used products for mothers-to-be and babies. Being savvy, shoppers now know that they can find some great deals by stepping outside those marketing lines. Nectar Essences -- DeStress Whether you understand the concept of flower essences,...

As the demand for “natural” personal care products – such as lotions, balms and shampoos – continues to soar, manufacturers are responding with a host of new products. Some are natural, some aren’t. But how is a shopper to know? Until now, consumers had no idea what was truly natural since there was no standard definition of the term used by industry. That is no...

A few days ago I posted my thoughts regarding the lawsuit Dr. Bronner and the OCA have brought against some beauty companies who use the term "organic" about their product lines. I believe it to be a frivolous lawsuit and believe there may be other ideas that don't cost the paying citizens of California money to fix this verbiage issue. I'm in the minority, judging...

Cheap JAP finds Crocs that are actually cute. Coquette is falling for the look of stylish headbands. Is the press ruining fashion? Fashiontribes investigates. I'm Not Obsessed shows you how to get Nicole Richie's BoHo look for less. Stylenotes sites the high contrast of black & white as a huge trend for spring, and shows you how to get the look. The Coveted Finds 23...

Who doesn't love a little chick lit? And when it just so happens to be written by a fellow beautiful beauty blogger, all the better. The totally talented and super beauty Tia Williams of Shake Your Beauty, just published her second book in her It Chick Series. This is titled Sixteen Candles. This book leaves off where the first one ended.   "It’s the end of September, and our favorite Louis B. Armstrong Performing Arts School kids are feeling the drama. Skye’s turning 16, and her diva-licious party is being filmed for an episode of “Sixteen Candles” on MVN!

I am very curious about these palettes, even more so now that Julia from All About the Pretty raved about them so much when I saw her last week. Bobbi Brown knows palettes, and I think she has another winner on her hands with her newly designed Custom Palettes.You select from a three pan or a four pan palette, both of which are mirrored, and you select from Eye Shadow, Shimmer Wash Eye Shadow, Blush or Shimmer Blush - or a combo of any - and fill up the palette.First, I want to know where are the lip shades? Surely they are in development, as we need our Bobbi Brown Lip Color and Lip…

I think that this powder might just revolutionize the way we think of our complexions. I think we can all agree that we want to look as flawless as possible, and flawless (as close to it) is what you get from this new amazing powder. This is Make Up For Ever High Definition Powder.This powder is a completely universal, unbelievable, must-have product for any and every skin tone. You really need to see and feel this to believe it. Even more exciting is that this powder is the first formulation in Make Up For Ever's complete HD Collection. This formula is incredibly soft and satiny and…

No one quite does a lipgloss like MAC. Their lipglass' rank amongst some of my favorite glosses, ever. Their newest collection is a brand new collection of gloss called Dazzleglass. Like the names says, these glosses will dazzle your lips with super duper shine and a pop of color. "High-shine + large particle quartz and opal crystal captured in a great new formula with light-reflecting, crystalline iridescence." I am sure these beauties are on the list (and soon to be lips) of many. Sixteen shades in all:Comet Blue FuntabulousMs. FizzLike VenusBaby SparksMoney HoneyRags to…

As I am often asked what my favorite products are (which, yes, I do have some some) I go through spurts of new products that I try and become obsessed with - if even just temporarily. I thought about how to tell you, in a simple way, which products I am using or have used recently over and over, thus the products I am currently obsessed with.  I thought that the easiest way to do this would be to make it a regular feature. So every once in a while when I find myself obsessed with either a single product or a group of them, I will post them in a post and under the category Currently…

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I have so much admiration for sistas who are out there doing it for themselves, entrepreneurs making a name in the cosmetics biz by specializing in makeup made for bellas like you and me. The ethnic market has become big business, and many of the leading cosmetics lines are offering makeup for a deeper and wider range of skin tones. Everyone already knows how wonderful MAC, Prescriptives, and Bobbi Brown products are, which is exactly why I love to shine a light on the new, niche businesses on the rise. You all remember Valana, Shea Radiance and Ohm Body? Great! Here are some more products by…

The tragedy in Myanmar is absolutely staggering — Cyclone Nargis wrecked the country a week ago, and reports of the death toll are conflicting, but terrifyingly high. State-run Myanmar television sets it at 28,458, with 33,416 people still missing. The Times Online indicates that the death toll could reach a million if disease sets in and the current sanitation conditions persist. The military junta is still blocking aid sent to cyclone victims, which is insane, ridiculous, and absolutely criminal in my eyes. But just because the aid efforts are being blocked now doesn’t mean aid…

Heavy sigh. OK, here goes. I love doing Afrobella giveaways, and I try to host them as often as I can. Most of the time, they go extremely well — I review a product I like and I think is worth your attention, end my post with an offer for you lovely bellas to win one of your own, comments flow in, I choose some at random, contact you, send info to the PR, you get a lovely free package in your mailbox shortly thereafter. It’s all good. But there have been some occasional disruptions in the giveaway procedure. Sometimes I’ll hear from a winner months after the prizes have been…

I am obsessed. I’ve been daydreaming about it. The perfect bright yellow tee, at the perfect affordable price. Let’s be real here — money is tight and times are hard. I wish I had $500 to just blow on the hot new trends, but I don’t. Not if I want to pay for gas and bills and all of the not-so-fun necessities of life. So I am allowing myself a few spring/summer staples, and to follow up on my adapted Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style List, I need to look fly on a budget. Some of you might recall, I recently ordered some items from Kiyonna — a dress for a wedding,…

I knew this date was creeping up on me, but oh no — Mother’s Day is this Sunday and I am so not ready. I’m gonna have to hit the mall sometime this weekend — Mama Bella’s actually going to be here on Monday and I want the post-Mother’s Day shebang to be just as special as Sunday will. I know I’ve waited until almost the eleventh hour, but I wouldn’t be a very good Afrobella if I didn’t let you all know about the sweet Mother’s Day deals I’ve been noticing. Maybe this will be a gift for your mama. Maybe it’ll turn into a…

Don’t you always want to have fresh minty breath? What about a healthy bright smile? But you don’t always have a toothbrush handy right? For all of you girls on the go, like me, it’s time to try DentaBurst. It’s perfect for all girls on the go! It’s small enough to go where ever you go and strong enough to give you long-lasting fresh breathe. You can keep them handy in your bag and use them all day long. They fit right on your finger and you can quickly brush away bad breath. It even removes plaque on the surface of your teeth and leaves your mouth feeling clean and…

Kat Von D, star of L.A. Ink and owner of High Voltage Tattoo in L.A. has launched her fi