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Makeup Tips-Jessica Lucas WB Melrose Place Launch Party

Celebrity makeup artist Brett Freedman did Jessica Lucas’ makeup for the WB Melrose Place launch party.

Since Jessica plays the good gal of the building on the show (kind of like Courtney Thorne-Smith from the original), she wanted to get a little nicely naughty for the red carpet. Setting the stage with a cleavage-baring black leather mini dress, Brett worked to make the girl next door look more like the girl guys WISHED lived next door. Enter the sweet vixen...

He used a mix of drugstore and higher end makeup products to give her this glam look.





Foundation:
LORAC Natural Performance in Light Tan and Tan
I wanted a finish that gave Jessica's flawless face a little framing so I used two subtly different shades. I used the darker shade along her jawline, up the sides of her face and along the hairline. Then I used the lighter shade down the middle of her face. This trick sets the stage for her eyes.

Loose Powder:
COVER GIRL TruBlend in Translucent Honey
I love the finish this finely milled powder leaves. Never flat or too matte. Gives a very modern, luminous look that photographs beautifully.

Concealer:
LAURA MERCIER Secret Camouflage in SC-4
I tend to use a lot of duo products for skin. It lets you customize the end result with the ease of two shades in the same formulation. I used the deeper shade all over to perfect Jess' under eye area. I then took the lighter shade just along her lash line and the inner eye to give extra crispness and brighten.

Brows:
VANITYMARK Ultra-Brow Pencil in Dark Choco
Any time I do a very ornate eye make-up I make sure the brows can hold their own against the vividness. I gave Jess' arches optimum definition by filling in between hairs with this shade that is one step lighter than her actual brows. This adds structure and drama. I actually made her brows a touch fuller by defining them slightly above her actual brow line. I was sure to blend with a spoolie to feather and soften so it was undetectable where her brow ends and the theatrics begin.

Brow Gel:
VANITYMARK Ultra-Brow Glaze in Acrylica
To further the fullness I brushed the brows up and out with a touch of brow glaze. Gives gorgeous crispness and polish to her arches.

Eyeshadow:
JEMMA KIDD quad in Plum
I love the range in this quad. I wanted to give Jessica a smoky eye with a outward, structured sweep. I really wanted to do an uncommon color but nothing that looked out of place with her standout dress. I opted on plums for the eyes mainly because I really wanted to do a berry/violet lip. They look so beautiful together, don't they? I used the darkest shadow shade with a wet brush on the outer corners to give a crisp line that once dried I could blend/soften with a pointed brush. The lightest shade has a touch of shimmer so it worked great on her brow bone to highlight.

Liquid liner:
WET 'n WILD MegaLiner in Black
I'm a huge fan of this blackest black liner. I like the tiny brush, it makes extending the liner easier to build on. I took Jessica's eyes to their vampiest by taking the 'wing' up and out to the max. This is the easiest way to sex up your eye for night!

Lashes:
VANITYMARK The LASH mascara in Blackest
I wanted her lashes to look their darkest, glossiest and longest...like any proper bad girl!

Faux Lashes:
ARDELL #120 in black
I love the way this style gets a touch longer at the ends and the hairs are slightly sparse so the natural lashes can mix in seamlessly. I always give faux lashes a pump with the lash curler once the glue is dry to 'marry' them with the natural lashes. I then apply a coat of mascara over to comb and blend them together further. This extra step is not a time saver but it's def priceless!

Lipstick:
MAC in Up the Amp
I love this lavender-ish shade because it give lips a flush of modern pigment without the heaviness of other lipsticks.

Gloss:
BENEFIT in Clear Fuchsia
To give a little bad girl shine I used a this shade to 'warm up' the lipstick and give a juicy cast of color.

Body Glisten:
VANITYMARK Shimmerskin in Champagne Shimmer
I wanted to give Jessica's beautiful late summer glow a light catching amp-up. I used this cool/golden hued shimmer spray on all exposed skin. I dusted a touch extra on her shoulders, collar bones and down the front of legs to make them more pronounced for maximum pop! It's coconut scented so it fit the oh-so-sexy feeling in the air.

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Ultimate Flirty Hair How-To Guide

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Ultimate Flirty Hair How-To Guide

See how to create perfect waves no matter what your hair type


Whether your hair is long, short, curly or straight, you can have a gorgeous beachy style with these how-tos. Plus, take these fun quizzes -- you may be shocked at what they reveal!

See guide

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The 13 Best Drugstore Body Lotions

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The 13 Best Drugstore Body Lotions

Skimp on money, not moisture with products from Vaseline, Neutrogena, Aveeno and more


Think you need some fancy sounding (and fancy priced) body lotion to soothe your dry skin? Think again. All of these products gave TotalBeauty.com readers silky smooth skin minus any greasy feeling -- and none of them cost more than $10!

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No. 13: Giovanni Hydrate Body Lotion, $8.95

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.1


"I have very sensitive skin and this is the best scented lotion I have ever found ..."

No. 12: Jergens Shea Butter Skin Enriching Cream, $3.81

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.1


"This body cream will transform your dull, dry skin into radiantly soft skin almost instantly ..."

No. 11: Dove Pro Age Body Cream Oil, $2.95

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.1


This "sinks right in and gives your skin a nice glow like you have been to the spa ..."

Want to see what's no. 1? Click here!

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Makeup Tip Of The Day


Don't pump the wand of your mascara in and out of the tube. You are only pushing air inside and that will cause the product to dry out faster. Try turning the wand instead.
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Summer Skin Rehab

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Summer Skin Rehab

Dermatologist Heidi Waldorf explains how to treat discoloration, breakouts and your last (hopefully!) sunburn of the summer


According to Waldorf, "pigmentation and acne" are the two most prominent skin issues women face at the end of the summer. Here she explains how you can erase these signs of summer and more with the help of over-the-counter products, prescription creams and in-office treatments. Follow this advice and you'll say hello to fall with gorgeous, glowing, spot-free skin.

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The BBN Weekend Beauty Reads


The Makeup Blogger shows you how to get, Padma Lakshmi's new look using products from Beautyticket.com!

Beauty Junkie in SF discovers an awesome organic haircare line, right here in the Bay Area (YAY area!). Check out Innersense!

Fresco Phyrra has her very first contest! Go enter her ecoTools Giveaway!

Elke reviews the latest mascara from Covergirl.





Beauty Anonymous reviews Nars Single Eyeshadow in Tropic from Nars summer 2009 collection.

The Makeup Divas reviews Tarte's New Lifted Natural Eye Primer and is giving away three of them! Enter HERE for your chance to win one.

Toya of The Life of A Ladybug introduces you to her lovely dance friend Azhia (AKA Christine Millan) and her makeup DVD Basic Makeup for Performance and Photography.

Face Candy tries on MAC by Jin Soon's new Cool Reserve Nail Lacquer.

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Pamper Your Feet With This Tip


As much as we all love summer, the constant flip flop and sandal-wearing can be rough on the heels – literally. Skyy Hadley of As “U” Wish Nail Spa has the perfect solution: a Meals for the Heels Mask.

Take one cup of regular oatmeal and 1/2 cup of regular milk and heat up over the stove, stir until cooked. Add sugar to thicken the mixture, and then let it cool off a bit. When the mix is thickened, apply to your feet. Leave the mask on for about 5 - 10 minutes. The oatmeal soothes dry, itchy or irritated skin, while the milk acts as an exfoliant to help get rid of dry and dead skin cells. Finish off with pure shea butter as a moisturizer and you’re all set.
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Makeup Tip Of The Day


For power eyes, coat lashes with a brown mascara and stroke a coloured type(purple, blue, gold, silver) on the tips.
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Top 13 Drugstore Hairstyling Products

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Top 13 Drugstore Hairstyling Products

Flawless looks come cheap with these products


Turns out, the commercials were right: you actually can get salon-worthy hair with drugstore hairstyling products. At least, that's what TotalBeauty.com readers say about these gels, serums, hairsprays and mousses. All of them gave our readers gorgeous 'dos -- without breaking the bank.

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No. 13: Herbal Essences Shimmery Nights Shimmer Spray Gel, $6.29

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9


"If you want hair that glows and shimmers all night long, making your friends jealous, this is the perfect product ..."

No. 12: Finesse Curl Defining Mousse, $3.79

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.1


"I have wavy hair so this mousse helps to maintain what curl I have for the whole day without feeling heavy on my hair ..."

No. 11: Frizz-Ease Thermal Protection Serum, $8.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.2


"It makes blow drying a breeze, and leaves a nice sheen on your hair without weighing it down ..."

Want to see what's no. 1? Click here!

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Stila Live on HSN

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Stila live on HSN! You don't want to miss these shows, so mark your calendars and or set your dvr's for these dates and times.

SHOW SCHEDULE:

Wednesday
September 2, 2009
5am - 6am

Universal Colors
Foundation Enhancers
Kitten Collection
Convertible Classics

Wednesday
September 2, 2009
11am - 12pm

All in One Eye Pot with Brush
Kitten Collection
Plumping Lip Glaze Trio
Convertible Classics

Wednesday
September 2, 2009
1pm - 12am

Foundation Enhancers
Bold Beauty
Kitten Collection
Plumping Lip Glaze Trio

Thursday
September 3, 2009
8pm - 9am

All in One Eye Pot with Brush
Universal Colors
Lip Glaze
Convertible Eye Color

Check out these HSN exclusive HSN HERE.
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Bobbi Brown Metallic Long-Wear Cream Shadow Collection

“With these shadows there’s no need to choose function over style. They’re long-wearing and come in the most glamorous eye-catching shades ever.”
– Bobbi Brown




Bobbi's award-winning cream shadow now with a glittering, high-shimmer finish. Featuring a sheer, lightweight formula that goes on comfortably, it will stay color-true and crease-free all day.

Available in 8 shades: Chrome Patina, Brown Metal, Starry Night, Black Pearl, Starry Purple, Antique Gold, Goldstone and Mercury.


I love Bobbi Brown's cream shadows so I am looking forward to trying out these new metallics. They look so gorgeous!


Retail Price: $22.00

On Counter: September 2009
www.bobbibrown.com
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Pretty Curly Hair Photos

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Pretty Curly Hair Photos

Check out all the celebs who are rocking curls on the red carpet


It seems like all of our favorite stars are throwing out their flat irons and opting for curls instead. Whether natural or curling-iron induced, these wavy and curly styles are a trend that's here to stay.

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Valerie Beverly Hills Introduces New Mascaras

Valerie Beverly Hills introduces 2 new mascaras that are guaranteed to get you noticed this season.



FOREPLAY ($25)

A true black mascara that lengthens the lashes by lifting and separating each individual lash for a dramatic look.

HAPPY ENDING ($25)

A true black mascara with special polymer fibers that thicken the lash creating a look similar to false lashes without any of the hassle.

For maximum impact try layering Foreplay and Happy ending together. The end result will be long thick luxurious lashes.

As always make sure to use an eyelash curler before applying any mascara.

The actual product will be on the Valerie Beverly Hills website within the next two weeks. However anyone who wishes to order prior to that can just click on any mascara and put in the notes section the name of the mascara you wish to buy.

www.valeriebeverlyhills.com
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Recreate Jennifer Aniston's Tousled Waves

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Recreate Jennifer Aniston's Tousled Waves

Follow this video step-by-step to master one of our favorite celebrity hairstyles


Creating Jennifer Aniston's casual, tousled style is a snap with this video. Because hair that looks this easy-going shouldn't be difficult to style, right?

Watch the video

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NEW! Barbie Loves Stila Smudge Pots



Introducing 3 NEW Barbie Loves Stila smudge pot shades - now infused with shimmer! They are pre-launching exclusively at stilacosmetics.com
Only $20 each! FREE SHIPPING with any purchase over $25, use coupon code:SMUDGEPOTS. Offer expires 8/29/09






Cobalt Clutch:
vibrant blue with intense shimmer
Purple Pumps- purple with pink shimmer

Little Black Dress- black with pink sparkle
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Makeup Tip Of The Day


Brighten Your Eyes: Blend a bit of golden shimmer cream into under-eye concealer and apply under eyes. This magically cancels out dark circles and wakes up the whole eye area, says Jeanine Lobell, founder and creator of Stila.
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Beauty Blowout Sale at Smashbox


Smashbox is having a massive Beauty Blowout Sale in their Curtain Call section! You can save up to 50% on your Smashbox favorites! Here's your chance to stock up on many of their limited-edition and discontinued products. Plus they have Free Shipping on any order. So hurry and shop this great sale now!
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11 Secrets Your Body Waxer Would Never Reveal

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11 Secrets Your Body Waxer Would Never Reveal

We got the scoop, from what they're really thinking when they're waxing you to their craziest clients and more


Ever wonder what's going through your waxer's mind while you're spread eagle on their table? You could ask, but that whole hot-wax-in-your-private-areas thing can be a little preoccupying, you know? That's why we tracked down these waxing salon owners: Jodi Shays of Queen Bee Waxing in Culver City, Calif., Cindy Barshop of Completely Bare Salons in New York City, and Leah Nacion of The Waxing Co. in Honolulu. They gave us uncensored scoop on everything you'd ever want to know (and then some) about what goes on in waxing salons.

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M·A·C In High Def Collection


The M·A·C In High Def collection is everything an artist or makeup aficionado needs to make a picture perfect face. The cornerstone of the collection is M·A·C Face and Body Foundation. Revered by makeup artists in the photography, film and fashion worlds, Face and Body Foundation has kept skin hydrated, smooth and satiny since it launched over 20 years ago – it’s truly the industry’s foundation of choice for a flawless face. Top off with Mineralize Skinfinish/Natural,

this tag team foundation and baked powder works wonders by imitating skin’s natural texture and tone, a must for HDTV. Rounding out the collection are four smooth and subtle shades of Lipstick, ensuring lips are coated in creamy neutrality, perfect for a close-up.

M·A·C In High Def will be available for a limited time starting September 10th 2009.

MINERALIZE SKINFINISH/NATURAL


Sharp Focus


High Def


Close To Real


Face Body Foundation


Brush-188


Brush-187




LIPSTICK
Close To Real Light neutral peach pink (Lustre)
High Def Mid-tone neutral coral (Amplified)
Sharp Focus Deep brown plum (Lustre)
Resolutely Red Deepened claret (Lustre)
Suggested Retail Price $14.00 U.S./$16.50 CDN

MINERALIZE SKINFINISH/NATURAL
Light Soft pale beige
Light Medium Pale golden beige
Medium Soft creamy beige
Medium Plus Tan beige
Medium/Dark Caramel beige
Medium Deep Rich golden tan
Dark Deep caramel
Deep Dark Rich golden bronze
Suggested Retail Price $25.00 U.S./$30.00 CDN

FACE AND BODY FOUNDATION
C1 Soft ivory
N1 Soft alabaster
C2 Golden creamy beige
N2 Porcelain beige
C3 Golden sandy beige
N3 Creamy natural beige
C4 Golden natural beige
C5 Pale golden honey
N5 Caramel beige
C6 Rich golden honey
C7 Warm caramel
N7 Warm bronze
N9 Deep warm bronze
Suggested Retail Price $32.00 U.S./$38.00 CDN

BRUSH
188 Small Duo Fibre Face Flat topped, full circular brush
used for lightweight application and blending of any face
or cheek formula.
Suggested Retail Price $34.00 U.S./$41.00 CDN

187 Duo Fibre Face Large full circular brush used for
lightweight application and blending of face products.
Suggested Retail Price $42.00 U.S./$50.50 CDN

Available
North America September 10th, 2009 only at M·A·C retail
stores, 1.800.588.0070 and www.maccosmetics.com
International September 2009 at M·A·C locations,
1.800.588.0070 and www.maccosmetics.com

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FragranceNet.com Beauty Questions & Answers

FragranceNet.com’s “Dear Patti” Answers
Your Beauty Questions & Concerns



FragranceNet.com, the leading online retailer of discounted genuine brand fragrances, presents the second installment of Ask Patti – the Company’s on-site “Dear Abby” and beauty aficionado.

Dear Patti:

I’m a bit confused about fragrance terminology. I’ve trying to pick a fragrance that matches my personality and all I see is tops notes, base notes and middle notes – what is this? Signed, Intrigued

Dear Intrigued:



Fragrance descriptions can get a bit tricky but no worries there’s nothing too complicated about it. Fragrance notes explain all the delicious blends you’re smelling, to put it in layman’s terms, the top note is the fragrance that makes the first impression, the scent that you initially smell, while the middle note is the heart of the fragrance, finally the base note is the signature of the fragrance, usually the heaviest scent. Let’s take the classic fragrance, Downtown Girl by Revlon (eau de parfum 1.5 ounces $9.79), its top notes (the scent you’ll smell first), includes: bergamot, jasmine and gardenia, and its base notes (the perfume’s signature spicy scent), includes: patchouli, sandalwood, cedarwood and musk. Hope this helps!

Dear Patti:

No matter the season my lips are always chapped! Whether I’ve been playing volleyball on the beach or spent the day on the slopes, my lips are dried-out, chapped and painful! What can I use to soothe my lips? Sincerely, Always Chapped


Dear Always Chapped:

Chapped, sun burnt lips are both uncomfortable and unattractive and it’s hard to believe that no matter the temperature our lips can feel the damaging effects of the sun. Protect your puckers and give them a dash of energy with Murad’s Energizing Pomegranate Lip Therapy SPF 15, a dose of this delicious balm will shield your lips from the elements and provide relief to already scorched lips. Best of all, this name brand Lip Therapy will only set you back a mere $15.50.

Dear Patti:

My wedding day is quickly approaching (3 weeks to be exact) and I have yet to pick a fragrance to wear on my special day. I want my scent to be romantic, beautiful and classic, what do you suggest? With love, Future Mrs.

Dear Bride-to-Be:

Nothing exudes bride like Vera Wang. Her classic designs and romantic couture comes alive in her debut fragrance, Vera Wang by Vera Wang (eau de parfum 1.7 ounces $48.19). This truly feminine fragrance captivates romance with notes of sweet mandarin, whimsical lotus and exotic iris. With this classic scent you’ll be radiating love all night long. Cheers!

All products mentioned by Patti can be found by visiting FragranceNet.com.

About FragranceNet.com

Founded in 1997, FragranceNet.com is the leading online retailer of discounted genuine brand name fragrances and beauty products. With more than 10,000 items, FragranceNet.com sells fragrances, skincare, haircare, candles, aromatherapy and more all at discounts up to 70 percent off department store prices. Brands include: Dolce & Gabbana, Cool Water, Obsession, Fendi, Romance, Versace, Escape, Gucci, Angel, Burberry, Eternity, Polo, and White Diamonds, among others. FragranceNet.com offers free U.S. shipping for all orders over $70 and a gift-wrapping service starting at $3.99.

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Shape's Beauty Award Winners

Shape magazine is thrilled to announce their 6th annual beauty award winners! Their winners all feature a "good for you" element and they give a real reason why their readers should spend their hard earned money on these products during this tough economic time.

Nearly 5,000 readers, beauty pros, and Shape editors weighed in and casted their votes on their favorite beauty products that were released on the market from May 08 to May 09. The September issue (on stands 8/24) announces which ones reign supreme in categories such as hair, skin, and makeup.




Best Facial Moisturizer – Aveeno Positively Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30

Testers loved this product's "totally natural-looking color" and "non-greasy" feel. Plus, the light-reflecting mica it contains helps even out skin tone, while the SPF 30 prevents future damage.


Best Facial Cleanser – Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Facial Cleanser

The blast of grapefruit scent is a perfect morning pick-me-up that offers dramatic results – fewer breakouts, oil-free skin, and clear pores.


Best Body Moisturizer – Lubriderm Advanced Therapy Triple Smoothing Body Lotion

A mix of vitamin E and alpha hydroxy acids combine to deliver intense hydration and exfoliation in this moisturizer.

Best Antiperspirant/Deodorant – Dove Visibly Smooth Clinical Protection Antiperspirant/Deodorant

This potent sweat stopper has the maximum amount of the wetness-fighting ingredient Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrexgly allowed without a prescription to leave you feeling dry.


Best Eye care – Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller

This formula contains caffeine to banish puffiness and dark circles. It also combines Vitamin B and Glycerin to hydrate skin and lessen the look of wrinkles.


Best Eye Makeup – Maybelline the Colossal Volume Express Mascara

This mascara presents over-the-top-lush lashes by combining collagen-infused thickening formula and a brush big enough to cover every lash in one single stroke.


Best Lip Color – Covergirl Outlast Lipstain

Not only does this lip color last long, but it contains Glycerin and Hyaluronic Acid to ensure lips will stay soft and hydrated.

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