Cellulite Creams that Actually Work

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Cellulite Creams that Actually Work

From Chanel to L'Oreal, which creams firmed thighs and which failed


Let's face it: Cellulite is a part of life most of us need to accept. Experts generally agree that while you can't completely get rid of it, you can minimize its appearance with the right products. But what are those? We had a panel test a variety of at-home approaches. Find out which products worked best for them -- and which were a waste of time and money.

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Total Beauty Weekly Web Tour 1

Total Beauty Web Tour

The Informed Makeup Maven reviews Luminess' at home airbrush tanning system, Avon magix skin perfector; does summer Stila style and is giving away Diorshow Mascara and Maybelline Mineral Power Foundation!

Monique at Beauty Girl Musings shares her experience with the online shoe service, ShoeDazzle. Read about it here!

Boutique Flair reviews the Barielle 60 Second Mani-Pedi.

Meilily reviews Pacifica Avalon Juniper Perfume with exclusive product photos and shopping tips.

Beauty Junkies Unite goes to Kinara, gets a fab St. Tropez faux tan and gabs about it!



A Little More Beautiful has two great giveaways Urban Decay Primer Potion in Sin and Max Factor Lash Perfection Volume Couture Mascara ending on May 31st at Midnight and June 20th at Midnight! It's fast and easy to enter!

Beauty Anonymous brings you Visée summer 2009 makeup collection!

The Makeup Divas reviews Too Faced Locked Down Cream Eyeshadows plus the new summer lip bronzer in Pink Leopard.

Beauty Banter dishes on must-have tips for staying young in surf and sun!

Fabulous Over Forty attends a makeup class with Lancome artist Alex Sanchez.

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Bobbi Brown's Illuminating Bronze Collection



This June, get gorgeous, sexy and sun-kissed skin with Bobbi's Illuminating Bronze Collection! This summer, Bobbi Brown is making it easier than ever to get the look of healthy, sun-kissed skin without the damaging effects of the sun. Take your pick from a flattering array of options, designed for all complexions from fair to dark.









The collection includes Bobbi's new limited-edition Shimmer Brick for Body ($75.00). This lightweight silky powder can be used on arms legs, décolleté or anywhere you want to add a glow. This oversized compact features three bars of color and can be applied with Bobbi's limited-edition All Over Body Brush ($85.00)- the softest, most luxurious brush imaginable! Designed with ultra soft bristles, it is perfect for sheer, even application.


Also new in this collection is Bobbi's Illuminating Bronzing Powder ($33.00). Ultra-soft and smooth, this pressed powder features a unique and innovative blend of sheer powder and micro pearls for smooth and even application that will leave skin with a sheer natural-looking glow.



In addition, Bobbi introduces her All Over Bronzing Gel SPF 15 in Golden Sun ($28.00). This gel-based bronzer instantly gives the face a healthy, natural-looking glow with the added benefit of sun protection!



Bobbi's Illuminating Bronze Collection will be on counter beginning June 2009.

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Beauty Tip of the Day


For a natural cleanser: Dip into your fridge for facial cleansers when your regular cleanser runs out. In a pinch buttermilk, yogurt and even cream are gentle, natural skin cleansers.
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Best and Worst Highlights for Your Hair Type

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Best and Worst Highlights for Your Hair Type

Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston should be your hair color inspiration, but Lindsay Lohan, not so much


Considering highlights or wondering what went wrong with yours? Let these celebrities guide you towards the best (and away from the worst) highlights for your hair type.

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The BBN WeekEnd Beauty Reads


The Makeup Divas reviews Too Faced Locked Down Cream Eyeshadows plus the new summer lip bronzer in Pink Leopard.

A Touch of Blusher comes across some of the best makeup brushes.

Beauty Junkie in SF happily tested out a ton of H20 + Sun products last weekend. Out on a lake in the sun all day long... someone had to do it.

Face Candy shares 2 of her favorite Orange products.

Decorative Diva visits a hidden gem of a day spa and has her first professional facial!



Getting ready to hit the pool? Check out Beauty in Real Life's review on Redken's Color Extend Sun Collection.

Beauty Anonymous brings you Essie summer 2009 collection.
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This Week on People StyleWatch

StyleWatch Poll: Last Night's Look: Hit or Miss?

Vote on this week's styles including Paris Hilton, Halle Berry and more stars! You decide – are they fashionistas or flops?
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StyleWatch Gallery: You Asked, We Found: Star Looks

We found the looks you can’t stop talking about – Kim's gold choker! Audrina's plaid skirt! Get the scoop on where to buy them and how to get the looks for less. HERE




StyleWatch Gallery: Stars' Airport Style

No sweatpants for these stars – see how Zac, Vanessa, Carrie and more turn the jetway into a runway. HERE



StyleWatch Poll: What's Her Best Hair?

See the stars' latest cuts and color changes – and then vote on which do suits Heidi Montag, Halle Berry and more.



StyleWatch Poll: Would You Wear These Trends?

Jessica, Katie, Kate and more are showing off the latest looks – but are they for you, too? Vote now!



StyleWatch Special: Summer's Hottest Trends!

Lauren, Jessica, Beyoncé, J.Lo and more heat up the streets in the season's must-have prints, sandals, jewels, jeans and more. Plus, get their summer fun style for less!HERE




StyleWatch Poll: Fashion Faceoff

Two stars, one look. You decide who wears it better: Mischa vs. Paris? – and even more match-ups! Vote here!




StyleWatch Poll: What's Her Best Look?

From lips to eyes, changing makeup styles is all in a day's work for stars. Vote on the best looks from Leighton Meester, Katie Holmes and more.



StyleWatch Gallery: I Really Love My ...

Taylor's fringe bag! Mary-Kate's gladiator sandals! See how to get the must-have items that celebs love to wear again and again – for less! HERE



StyleWatch: Style News Now Blog

Your daily dose of who, what and wear.
Current headlines: SPF Just Got Funny / Sneak Peek: Scarlett Johansson is the New Face of Mango! / Kate Moss on her Summer Topshop Line.



StyleWatch: Exclusive Deals!

From high-end favorites like Alice + Olivia and Catherine Malandrino to budget-friendly labels like BB Dakota and Black Orchid, Chickdowntown.com has style at every price point. Get 25% off site-wide – excludes certain brands – when you enter the code "people" at checkout. If you sign up for the free e-mail list, you will also receive a $25 gift card! HERE


(25% Off at Chickdowntown.com for PeopleStyleWatch.com readers!)
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InStyle.com: Summer Frizz-Free Hair Tips & Makeovers

Warm weather and summer vacations are always welcome, but not frizzy, hard-to-manage hair!

InStyle.com offers some great tips from hot celebrity hairstylists on easy updos, ponytails and haircuts for that hot summer weather and tells you how to get frizz-free curls and smooth, frizz-free hair.

Want to see yourself with a specific updo, ponytail or haircut? Go to InStyle.com's Hollywood Makeover Tool, where you can upload your photo and try on different celebrity hairstyles (including several updos and short hairstyles for the summer -- and wedding looks if your big day is coming up) as well as the exact makeup the stars wore on the red carpet. Check out the tool here and then click on "Start Your Makeover" to try on celebrity hairstyles and more!



InStyle.com's Hollywood Makeover Tool:



Easy Updos/Ponytails/Haircuts



Frizz-Free Curls:



Smooth, Frizz-Free Hair:


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Celebrity Makeup Artist Shares Tips and Products

Summer is here and with it comes sunbathing in your local pool’s “splash zone” and roasting in the stands at the baseball stadium. Will your make-up stand the test?

Celebrity makeup artist Brett Freedman would love to share his Top Summer Tips and Products. Summer skin needs special products and tricks to stay put and look good in the summer heat. Brett has great ideas and product recommendations for lips, lashes, cheeks, face, brows and eyes.



Lips – Lip balm with a twist: Dr. KISS by Vanitymark
Why? If you're gonna apply a lip balm why not get a slight lift of color? Dr. KISS gives lips a long lasting 'stain' of pinkish that won't budge when the humidity amps up!

Lashes – Colored mascara gives pop: Eyelights by Cover Girl
Why? I LOVE Black Sapphire for summer. With light catching jewel blue hue this mascara will give a great boost of interest to any flutter. Also, it's comes in waterproof...yea!

Cheeks – Cheek stain is my hot weather must have! Benefit's Posi-Tint
Why? This baby pink shade is absolutely the most flattering blush on the market. Gives any gal a 'lit from within' glow!

Face – Foundation that breathes: LORAC Breakthrough Performance
Why? I heart the twist top dispenser and what's in the tube really steps up to problem solve your worst summer foundation woes. It's super sheer yet covers, comes in warm, glow-y colors and has SPF 25. Perfect!



Brows – Tweezers are your best friend this July! Double sided tweezers by Vanitymark
Why? Maybe you want to spend a bit more time in the sun and less at the brow salon. Tend to your own arches like a pro with Vanitymark's Ultra-Tweez dual sided tweezers. Slanted on one side for easy grabs and pointed on the other for just growing in nubs. With everything so sheer it's best to have clean, tailored brows!

Eye – Sun-kissed shadow: Long Lasting Cream Shadow by Bobbi Brown
Why: What's prettier than a wash of shimmery color on the lids? My fave is Bobbi's Sandy Gold. Universally flattering so any gal can have a sun kissed look in one sweep of this fab cream shadow!




Kelly Clarkson

Vanessa Hudgens

Jamie Lyn Sigler


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Father's Day Gift Idea


FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEA:

Dads are typically tough to buy for. Though he may not admit his skin care needs, we’re betting Dad will fall in love with the MEN'S ESSENTIAL KIT by SKIN by Monica Olsen. A simple skin care set with all the necessities and made with top-of-the-line organic ingredients will make sure he gets the smooth skin and close shave he wants everyday.

The SKIN by Monica Olsen MEN’S ESSENTIAL KIT retails for $79 and contains:



- Using Methyl Sulfanol Methane, the WASH & SHAVE MSM for Men opens up skin cells for optimum absorption of vitamins, minerals and emollient oils. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Chamomile, Coconut Oil and Vitamin E work together to soften skin while Berberis Aquifolium Extract (Oregon Grape) and Red Marine Algae Extract (Dulse) fight itchy, dry skin.

- AFTER SHAVE Spray uses Aloe Vera, essential oils, Radish Root Extract and Menthol Crystals to tame redness and “razor bumps” and give skin a calming barrier to shaving.

- NIGHT & DAY Face Cream for Men protects your skin from daily wear and tear on skin cells. Using Shea Butter, CO Q10, Alpha Lipoic Acid and a combination of moisturizing oils, Night & Day Face Cream for Men returns elasticity, reduces wrinkles, and improves texture and color for a more youthful appearance.
www.skinbymonica.com

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Beauty Tip of The Day



Sunburn? Apply some plain organic yogurt to burned areas of the skin. Then, rinse it off in a cool shower.
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How Celebrity Savvy Are You?

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How Celebrity Savvy Are You?

Match these sultry smoky eyes to their celeb owner


We sure do love a good smoky eye. These celebs in particular nailed the classic yet exotic look in a variety of colors, showing both how beautiful and seductive a dramatic eye can be. See if you identify whose looks belong to whom by playing our match-up game.

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BeautyFix 2 Giveaway!

I am so excited to tell you about this giveaway! BEAUTYFIX has teamed up with TMD once again to offer you, my fabulous readers, a chance to win 1 of 15 BEAUTYFIX 2 kits! A HUGE thank you to Beautyfix for sponsoring this fantastic giveaway. I had such an overwhelming response to the Beautyfix 1 giveaway back in December, so I am excited to see what Beautyfix 2 will be like.

This Beautyfix 2 kit features some amazing products. Here's what you'll find in this kit:






3LAB "M" Cream - a deluxe travel size. I love this moisturizer. It left my skin feeling super soft.

BELLA BRONZE Golden Chamomile & Goats Milk Self-Tanner - Full Size

EXUVIANCE Rejuvenating Treatment Masque - Full Size. I've used this masque a couple of times and really love how my skin feels after each use.

GLOBAL GODDESS iDivine Eyeshadow - Full Size- This is a gorgeous color with a lots of pigment. It goes on smoothly, feels like velvet and is so easy to blend.

GLOWELLE 7-Day Powder Stick Pack Kit. Full Size

JONATHAN PRODUCT Finish Control - Full Size If you are looking for great holding power without weighing your hair down, then this is the hairspray to try. I have fine hair and live in the humidity Capital of the US, Florida, and after using this spray I was surprised at how it held my hairstlye in place all day. Fabulous product!

Kerstin Florian Aromatherapy Neroli Water - Deluxe Travel Size. This can be used as facial toner after cleansing, but don't bother with a cotton pad, the best way to use this is to spray it on. You can also use it as a body spray after showering.

LISA HOFFMAN BEAUTY Vitamin A&C Serum - Deluxe Travel Size. I use this serum before bedtime. It feels so silky on the skin. I've used other products by Lisa Hoffman and I've yet to try something of hers that I don't like.

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Hot New Products From The Body Shop

Start your summer off on the right foot with the hottest makeup, fragrance and summer essentials, that will make you shine from head-to-toe. The Body Shop has specifically created NEW Summer products which will truly bring an early start to summer fun!

§ The Body Shop Hot Brights 2009 Make-Up - Put a splash of color into your summer. Shades of blues, purples and pinks Eye Color that can be combined with the Eye Liner to create brilliant summer hues. Or simply sweep on some Blush or Lip Shine & Cheek Stain for a glowing refreshed sun-kissed look.



o The Body Shop Make-up artist Chase Aston says:





§ FOR EYES: “Fresh yet flirty, subtle yet dramatic, this is the perfect color palette for summer smoky eyes. For both the day and night, smudge this intoxicating color palette around the eyes. First blend the pink shade from the lash-line up to the brow, then smudge the purple shade from the lash-line up to the crease of the eye, and underneath the lower lashes, all around the eye. Compliment your look by lining the eyes with the Hot Brights Eye Liner.”

§ FOR CHEEKS: “I adore these fresh and flirty shades. Wear alone for a sheer flush of innocent color or blend together for a twist of sophistication. Using a blusher brush, sweep across the darker shade, then apply to the apple of the cheeks, blending to a sheer rosy glow, now apply the lighter shade along the cheekbones to highlight.”

§ FOR LIPS: “Golden brown, with a twist of nearly nude shimmer, for a natural, sophisticated, yet fresh summer lip look, to flatter all skin tones. Smooth and blend the bronze Lip & Cheek Stain over lips and onto the apple of the cheeks, to create a long-lasting shimmering golden glow. Simply add a wash of the shimmering soft coral gloss over the lip stain, for a fresh summer lip look.”



* The Body Shop White Musk White Hot Summer Fragrance - For a limited time, The Body Shop will be releasing a special edition of the popular White Musk fragrance. With a combination of floral and fruity notes of pink pepper, bergamot, violet leaf, rose, carnation, heliotrope, orris, heady sandalwood, charismatic musk and creamy vanilla to leave you refreshed morning to night. It also includes the benefits of Community Trade ingredients, including shea butter from Ghana and organic babassu oil from Brazil.

White Musk White Hot Summer is available as:

o Eau de Toilette ($17.50)
o Body Lotion ($16.50)
o Body Mist ($15.00)


* The Body Shop Summer Essentials - Stay cool and look your best with a range of products that include a line of bronzers, specifically designed brushes, lotions, body scrubs, butter butters and sprays that will give you that summer glow while at the same time giving nutrients, helping soften and protect skin.



For example, be confident from head-toe with The Body Shop Peppermint Foot Care range and enjoy the benefits of Community Trade peppermint from Norfolk, England. Try the Peppermint Cooling Foot Spray to refresh and revive hot, tired feet in seconds with its heavenly formula and cooling ingredients, giving your soles and tender toes instant relief and helping them feel fresh once again.



Wash the sand, salt and sunscreen off your body with The Body Shop Wild Cherry Body Scrub. Perfect for exfoliating dead skin cells, this scrub features naturally exfoliating particles including kiwi seeds and crushed walnut shells, combined with moisturizing wild cherry oil from cherry trees on small family farms in Verona, Itality and Community Trade brazil nut oil. Rich in vitamins A and E and containing natural antioxidants, Wild Cherry Body Scrub will leave skin soft, smooth and clean, exuding a luscious, light fragrance, evocative of freshly picked summer cherries.

The Body Shop obtains its natural ingredients for its products from disadvantaged communities located throughout the world through its The Body Shop Community Trade program.
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Makeup Tip of The Day



Overly plucked eyebrows look unnatural and make your eyes appear smaller.
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Fake Bake Airbrush Tan Review


With May being National Skin Cancer Awareness Month and long summer days in the sun right around the corner, it’s the perfect time of year to know safe ways to protect your skin from the harmful sun rays and still have a beautiful glow. Fake Bake® has conquered the long sought after quest for a perfect tan without risking your health or the earth’s by establishing a revolutionary organically-based tanning formula that utilizes a unique recipe of such as all natural tanning agents DHA, and Erythulose and is PARABEN-FREE!





I've had the pleasure of trying out a few of the Fake Bake products recently. I am not a fan of self tanners but because I have heard rave reviews of Fake Bake products, I thought I would give them a try and see if they really worked.

One of the products I tried was Fake Bake Instant Self-Tanning Air Brush Spray. This stuff rocks! It does what it says it does, it gives you a beautiful flawless looking tan. But before using any self tanner, it's important to exfoliate your skin first. I used Fake Bakes Passion Fruit Body Polish. Hmmm, I love the scent of this body polish. It reminds me of an orange popsicle. Yummy!



Fake Bake managed to give me a natural golden tan without any orange streaks, stains, or smudges. You can even use it on your face. All you do is spray some on a cosmetic sponge and apply it evenly to your face. Within seconds, my face was beautifully tanned. I love this product because it delivers fast acting results. I don't know about you but I don't like having to wait hours to see results. With this product you don't have to wait.
It's easy to apply and is fast drying. Plus it won't clog your pores. I would suggest however to use this in your shower or garage because it does over spray.

I highly recommend trying Fake Bake products.

Here’s what sets Fake Bake® apart from the pack:

* Organically-based and PARABEN-FREE!
* Contains anti-cellulite ingredients, anti-oxidants, and anti-aging ingredients such as peptides, all of which have never before been utilized into self-tanning products
* Won’t clog pores
* Personalized to various skin tones
* Contains built-in color guide designed for easy, goof-proof application
* Water soluble -- will not stain clothing
* Odorless
* Contains NO DYES so there are no streaks, dark spots, or orange color
* Reacts with the skin’s natural proteins in the deepest layers of the skin for the most intense and natural looking tan
* Produces the longest lasting tan (50% longer) compared to any other tanning product
* Dramatically softens skin

Fake Bake® is a renowned sunless tanning brand with such celebrities fan as Kelly Ripa, Britney Spears, Denise Richards, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen and is the perfect touch of beauty to give your readers a healthy natural glow without damaging their skin. Fake Bake® products can be found in salons, spas, dermatology offices and schools nationwide. Fake Bake® is available in select salons via Airbrush. In select cities, such as Los Angeles , a mobile Fake Bake® professional is available for private at home appointments! All products are also available online at www.fakebake.com.

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What Kind of Makeup Fashionista Are You?

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What Kind of Makeup Fashionista Are You?

Find the best makeup for your personal style with this quiz


Are you obsessed with the new neon trend or are you more of a stick-to-what-works kinda gal? Take this quiz to find out what kind of makeup fashionista you are and in turn you'll get customized makeup tips and product recommendations that'll help keep your beauty needs satisfied.

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Stila's New Indian Summer Collection


Stila's New Indian Summer 24K Gold Collection.

  • Infused with 24K gold
  • Gold is a known antioxidant & has anti-microbial properties
  • Gold creates a youthful, glistening finish.


STILA COSMETICS
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Makeup Tip of The Day



Thick foundation can be mixed with some light moisturiser to give a sheer finish.
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Vote for Your Favorite Hair Color Makeover

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Vote for Your Favorite Hair Color Makeover

TotalBeauty.com readers transformed their hair for the Clairol Best Color Contest -- now it's your turn to decide who looks the best


More than 800 women took the plunge and colored their hair with Clairol at-home color. Now, it's up to you to decide who deserves the title of "Best Hair Color Transformation." All of them look amazing, but only one can win a trip to the People's Choice Awards with your help. So what are you waiting for? Vote for your favorites and tell your friends to do the same!

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