10 Friends, One Miracle

Miracle Skin Transformer is offering you the chance to receive a free MST BODY SPF 20 – the new body product that works to hydrate, enhance and protect the skin.

Simply get 10 friends to “like” Miracle Skin Transformer on Facebook and you will receive a BODY SPF 20 in the shade of your choice.

http://www.miracleskintransformer.com/tenfriendsbody/

New BODY SPF 20

Tinted Body Lotion for all Year Round Glow

Miracle Skin Transformer, the double-duty natural silicone based collection of prestigious skincare, offers up a new high-performance tinted treatment body enhancer to give a natural looking glow to skin all year round.   Natural actives and antioxidants zero in on your body’s skincare concerns to give skin a total transformation. It’s not just another body moisturizer.   BODY SPF 20 instantly transforms the appearance of arms, legs and décolleté.   Skin looks smoother, firmer, radiant, and totally flawless.  For use all year round!

Protect

Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB SPF20 protects skin from the sun’s rays. Chamomile Extract is an anti-inflammatory that calms skin. Organic Narcissus Tazetta bulb extract has potent antioxidant properties that prevent signs of aging and corrects oxidative damage, to slow down cell proliferation. Aloe Vera,    Cucumber Extract, Vitamin E provides skin-soothing nutrients.

Hydrate

Dry, rough skin on legs, arms, and décolleté feels incredibly softer, smoother and hydrated. Moisturize and reveal skins true nature with Soy Amino Acids, Wheat Proteins, Hyaluronic Acid, and Glutamine Peptides, which quench dry skin, preventing dull, flaky, dehydrated skin. Jojoba oil hydrates and balances seabum in the skin.

Enhance

This naturally derived silicone lotion spreads evenly, is fast absorbing and gives a streak free finish.  Sculpt, tighten and tone the skin with Caffeine Encapsulated Microspheres, which target cellulite. Blue-Green Algae smoothes skin naturally with high levels of vitamin b and amino acids. Promote body circulation with Marine Algae from the French Polynesian islands for improved skin texture and tone.

 Skin Transforming Shades

In the Glow Enhancer and Bronze Enhancer shades, rich color mineral pigments instantly reduce the appearance of imperfections on the body.  The streak-free, easy to apply formula is meant for legs, arms, back and decollate. Anywhere you want to show off perfect, flawless skin. No need for self-tanners, heavy body makeup, or uneven tan lines.  As a super sheer formula, these two shades work for light and dark skin tones.

Sheer Enhancer - The colorless version is ideal for men, or those that simply want a powerful daily body moisturizer all year round with SPF.

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Win a Luxury Getaway from Éminence Organic Skin Care and Waldorf Astoria Resorts

Éminence Organic Skin Care is excited to announce a partnership with the legendary Boca Raton Resort & Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, for their 2011 Holiday Contest which kicks off on October 1, 2011.

Grand Prize:

This year, one lucky winner will enjoy an amazing three-day, two-night getaway for two to the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Florida where you’ll enjoy culinary treats, opulent surroundings and decadent spa treatments. The Waldorf Astoria Resort boasts a private village complete with championship golf, tennis, a luxury marina and legendary spa all overlooking the ocean and steps away from the beach.

Prize includes:

· Three-day, two-night stay at the stunning Boca Raton Resort & Club

· Round-trip flight and luxury accommodation for two

· Relaxing and rejuvenating Éminence spa treatments

· Elegant fine dining

Second Prize: One of three wonderful Éminence treatments at a partner spa.

Third Prize: One of three gift bags full of Éminence products and goodies.

Contest closes January 31, 2012.

Visit Eminence online to enter. No purchase necessary.

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Lancome Presents the Second Annual Genes Day October 21st, 2011

In 2010, Lancôme launched Genes Day, a one-day national tribute to the beauty of scientific research benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This year, Lancôme continues the celebration, once again donating $7 from the purchase of every Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate on October 21^st to St. Jude to benefit research and help save children’s lives.

For this second annual Genes Day, Lancôme has committed to raising double as much as last year—$300,000 from one day of sales. Additionally, Dillard’s has embraced the spirit of giving by starting its donation early. Together with Lancôme, $7 will be donated to St. Jude for every Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate sold at Dillard’s from October 2^nd to October 23^rd.

You can also visit any Lancôme counter to receive a Génifique seven day sample to try before buying.

LINK TO FACEBOOK APP:
http://bit.ly/GENES

LINK TO PURCHASE:
http://bit.ly/GENES

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Bare Minerals Ready Eyeshadow Duos and Quad Photos, Swatches and Review

They are finally here! I have been so excited about bareMinerals coming out with these solid eye shadows. The texture is silky and soft like butter, velvety smooth. They blend so well and the color pay-off is stunning! A huge plus is that they have no parabens, no binders, no fillers, and no synthetic chemicals. I love that!

The 2.0 eyeshadow duos come in 15 color combinations and the 4.0 eyeshadow quads come in 4 color combinations. The duos are priced at $20 and the quads at $30.
Available at retailers nationwide including Bare Escentuals boutiques and BareEscentuals.com
Also available at: Sephora, Sephora Inside JCPenney, Ulta, Macy's, Dillard's, Nordstrom and other forward-thinking retailers.

THE DREAM SEQUENCE

500 Thread Count, Romp
Boudoir, Nightcap
(airy pink/iridescent lilac/electric amethyst
violet sheen)

THE PERFECT STORM

Cumulus, Tempest
(snow white/warm slate)

THE TOP SHELF

Mixologist, Cognac
(champagne sheen/gilded bronze)

Note: This review contains a sample/samples of products sent for consideration by a representative of the manufacturer. These are my own opinions.

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MAC PFW Daily Face Charts: Thursday, September 29th - BALMAIN, MANISH ARORA & RICK OWENS

THE M·A·C DAILY FACE CHARTS FROM PARIS FASHION WEEK FOR
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH FOR BALMAIN, MANISH ARORA & RICK OWENS.

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HEIDI KLUM Launches Her New Fragrance Shine

HEIDI KLUM DEBUTED HER NEW SIGNATURE FRAGRANCE “SHINE”

Heidi Klum unveiled her new fragrance Shine, developed in collaboration with Coty Beauty, in Los Angeles at the pool at the Mondrian.  As a top model, style icon, designer, business woman, wife and mother, Heidi embraces all that life has to offer.  Now, Heidi Klum’s multi-faceted radiance is captured in her new signature fragrance: Shine, a sparkling floral scent which includes notes of juicy mandarin and pear, spicy pink peppercorn, mimosa absolute, lily-of-the-valley and warm vanilla. 

Shine is now available for purchase in the US at CVS, Kmart, Kohls, Rite Aid, Sears, Target, Walgreens and Walmart and will also be sold in Asia, Australia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Latin America, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Romania and Sweden.  Shine eau du toilette retails at $17 (0.5 oz), $28 (1 oz) and $35 (1.7 oz).  The fragrance will also be available in gift sets including body lotion and shower gel.

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CELEBRITY MUST-HAVES

Celebrity Beauty Must-Haves

Even celebrities have products that they can’t live without!  Check out what the young Hollywood starlets use in their daily beauty routine…

Maggie Q: Dermablend Smooth Indulgence Foundation

Maggie Q, the star of the hit television series, “Nikita”, which is returning to CW for a second season this fall, is a huge fan of Dermablend.  Fabiola, celebrity makeup artist, used Dermablend Smooth Indulgence Foundation and Smooth Indulgence Concealer on Maggie for a recent CW Press Event.  Fabiola explains, “I used the products on Maggie Q for a press event and it looked amazing! She loved how flawless her skin looked too!”

Dermablend Smooth Indulgence Concealer…. SRP $21

Dermablend Smooth Indulgence Foundation… SRP $30

Dermablend is available at Ulta, Macy’s and at www.dermablend.com.

Julianne Hough: Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Lipstick and Maifanshi Lip Gloss

Actress, Julianne Hough, and star of the new movie “Footloose,” uses Koh Gen Do to get the perfect pout.   Julianne raves about Koh Gen Do, saying, “I love the Koh Gen Do lip glosses especially shell pink. It is the perfect soft baby pink and it is not sticky. Also, nude beige lipstick. It looks so natural because it is so sheer.”

Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Lipstick…. SRP $39

Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Lip Gloss….. SRP $25

Koh Gen Do products are available online at www.kohgendocosmetics.com, at any Barneys New York location, and www.Sephora.com.

Zooey Deschanel: La Roche-Posay  Anthelios SX Daily Moisturizer

Zooey Deschanel, star of the new comedy, “The New Girl,” moisturizes and protects her skin with La Roche-Posay Anthelios SX Daily Moisturer.  This light-weight and oil-free moisturizer is perfect for 24 hour hydration and comfort. 

La Roche-Posay Anthelis SX Daily Moisturizer…. SRP $31.50

La Roche-Posay can be purchased at select physicians’ offices, select CVS/pharmacy stores, CVS.com, select Walgreens and Duane Reade locations, and online at www.laroche-posay.us.

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Quick, Easy Recipes That Beautify Your Skin

Quick, Easy Recipes That Beautify Your Skin

Sure, eating right helps your health -- but did you know it also helps your skin glow? See these amazing recipes that do just that

This is a TotalBeauty.com healthy skin diets article OK, you might be thinking you have zero time to cook. So here's some news you'll love: These foods do wonders for your skin and take less than 15 minutes to whip up. It just doesn't get easier than that. Start getting prettier by eating now. Get recipes

NOTE: This post is syndicated from Total Beauty and does not necessarily represent the views of this site. This site receives compensation for posting this material.

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MAC Art of Powder Collection Swatches Photos and Review

Sorry for the delay in getting these swatches/photos up. I have been going through some annoying symptoms that stem from my last ear surgery. I saw my doctor yesterday and he told me that this was just part of the healing process. Thank goodness because it's been driving me insane lately. Please find below the photos and swatches of the MAC AoP collection.

MAC Art of Powder is a collection of three MAC Artist Powders inspired by the Masters & modern art movements. They are a work of art and exceptionally gorgeous!

L to R: Bronzer, Eye Shadow, Highlighter

Bronzer
(optical bronzer)

BRONZER
Optical Bronzer: Bronze with gold pearl and neon pink with gold pearl.
$38.00 U.S./$46.00 CDN

HIGHLIGHTER
In The Abstract is a soft pink base with yellow gold lines and lavender and midtone pink dots.
$38.00 U.S./$46.00 CDN

In The Abstract
(highlighter)

Top: Highlighter, Bronzer

Street Art Eye Shadow

Street Art Eye shadow swatches

EYE SHADOW
Street Art Eye Shadow: graffiti design with light brown, white, light cool blue,warm orange, pastel pink, and pastel blue.
$38.00 U.S./$46.00 CDN

Check out my other reviews:

MAC Styledriven Pro Longwear Lipstick & Lipglass Review
MAC Styledriven Pro Longwear Eye Shadow Review
MAC STYLEDRIVEN COLLECTION
MAC Styledriven Pro Longwear Lip Pencils

Note: This review contains a sample/samples of products sent for consideration by a representative of the manufacturer. These are my own opinions.

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MAC PFW Daily Face Charts: Wednesday, September 28th - Damir Doma and Gareth Pugh

M·A·C DAILY FACE CHARTS FROM PARIS FASHION WEEK FOR WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH FOR DAMIR DOMA AND GARETH PUGH

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12 Secrets Your Nail Salon Doesn't Want You to Know

12 Secrets Your Nail Salon Doesn't Want You to Know

Sure, a professional mani and pedi feels amazing, but is risking a deadly infection worth that spa pedicure? Find out now

This is a TotalBeauty.com nails article Getting a mani and a pedi is one of those mini luxuries we look forward to at the end of a long, hard day. But is this indulgence actually a health risk in disguise? Turns out you can leave a nail salon with wounds, bacterial infections, and diseases along with those pretty, freshly painted nails. See the 12 secrets that your nail technician isn't telling you now. Get secrets

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BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: Missoni SS'12

Backstage at Milan Fashion Week with Eugene Souleiman,

Global Creative Director, Wella Professionals

Creating the Hair Look for Missoni S/S ‘12

The Look:  Spanish Harlem

The starting point for the inspiration behind the Missoni S/S12 Collection was a dance track with suggestive beats and sexually-charged vocals. This influence was evident in the slightly clubby, Balearic feel of the clothing, which featured a vibrant palette of canary yellow, aquamarine, hot pink and peach applied to classic Missoni prints and embellished with subtle iridescent finishes. 

The hair look created by Eugene Souleiman, Global Creative Director, Wella Professionals, Care and Styling, sought to play against the romance and refinement of the clothing: “I wanted to create tension between the hair and the clothing, to inject it with a rawness that would capture the passion and sensuality of a beautiful young Missoni woman at the end of a hot summer night. So I took the idea of a traditional, slick Spanish look with a perfect side-parting and hair smoothed back over the ears and sculpted into a neat bun, and deconstructed it to create a ‘roughed up’, disheveled effect and a slightly dirtier end-of-the-night texture.” said Eugene.

Get the Look:

1.       Start with freshly washed and conditioned hair using Wella Professionals Enrich Shampoo and Conditioner, and apply Wella Professionals Velvet Amplifier to wet hair before blow drying hair straight and smooth using a round brush, without creating volume. For hair in need of an extra moisturising boost, like that of models at Fashion Week, try using Wella Professionals Enrich Moisturising Treatment once a week.

2.       Rub Wella Professionals Rugged Fix Matte Molding Crème between your palms and fingers and squash into the roots of your hair all over to create a slightly matted textured effect.

3.       Next, apply Wella Professionals Flowing Form Smoothing Balm to set the natural movement and texture, blasting the roots with a hairdryer to help absorb the product making it invisible.

4.       Although the end look is slightly dishevelled it’s important to start with a neat side-parting, so use a sectioning comb to create this before using your hands to pull the hair back roughly into a ponytail at the nape of the neck, covering the ears. Don’t worry if the hair is not perfectly smooth as the beauty of this look is in the imperfection. In fact, if you massage the hair with your fingers to create more volume and texture, this will add to the overall look.

5.       Next, take the ponytail, loop it back on itself and tie it into the base of the original ponytail to create a bun loop in the hair, with the rest of the of ponytail falling free.   

6.       Now use irons to straighten the loose ends of hair and add a light mist of Wella Professionals Ocean Spritz Beach Texture Spray to create a slightly drier, rougher texture.

7.       Finally, decorative hair combs specially created by Missoni and featuring a snake motif in colours matching the Collection were placed in the back of the hair above the bun loop. 

Products:

·         Wella Professionals Rugged Fix Matte Molding Creme

·         Wella Professionals Flowing Form Smoothing Balm

·         Wella Professionals Ocean Spray Beach Texture Spray

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What Celebs Love About NARS

WHAT CELEBRITIES LOVE ABOUT NARS…

The unique packaging? The bold hues? Orgasm Blush? Ever wonder what celebrities love about NARS? 

“NARS is still the most interesting, most compelling brand.” – Simon Doonan

“Its classic, its timeless, it’s cooler than other brands.” – Alexa Chung

“From Orgasm Blush, to the lip glosses, to the foundation, the primers… everything!” – Tinsley Mortimer

“I just love [François’] color sense” - Grace Coddington

“Luxor [Multiple]… if you put it on your cheekbones, 10 years come off your face!” -  Lake Bell

“It keeps getting better and better and better…” - Calvin Klein

Introducing an exclusive film highlighting what celebrities, models and industry insiders love about the brand and Founder and Creative Director François Nars. Available on the NARS YouTube channel, the film features interviews with Alexa Chung, Lake Bell, Simon Doonan, Grace Coddington, Erin Fetherston and others.

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Introducing: The Shimmering Lights Palette by Three Custom Color Specialists

SHIMMERING LIGHTS COLLECTION

Every shade in the Shimmering Lights Collection has been created in our award-winning sheer lipstick formula - highly-moisturizing with buildable color and smooth shimmer to create an eye-catching fullness!

Inspired by the celestial skies and brilliant cityscapes of Asia, this wide array of sparkling and soft lipsticks is now available in a slim, convenient palette equipped with a lip brush and mirror, perfectly purse-sized for women on the go!

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Combat Stubbornly Straight Eyelashes

Combat Stubbornly Straight Eyelashes

There are very few things that are more frustrating to deal with than lashes that refuse to curl. We found the cure -- and share the secret here

This is a TotalBeauty.com Asian makeup article You've curled them, you've heated them, you've begged and pleaded and tried every "curling mascara" on the market to no avail. Those lashes still insist on projecting straight down. We've been there too, which is why we talked to celebrity makeup guru Taylor Chang-Babaian, who shared her tips that will get even the most stubborn eyelashes to curl. See her tips

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MAC MFW Daily Face Charts: Mon, September 26th - DSQUARED2

THE M·A·C DAILY FACE CHARTS FROM MILAN FASHION WEEK FOR MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH FOR DSQUARED2.

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DOLCE&GABBANA SS12: BACKSTAGE WITH PAT MCGRATH

BACKSTAGE WITH PAT MCGRATH AT DOLCE&GABBANA:  MILAN FASHION WEEK

(Milan, Italy - September 2011) – At the Dolce&Gabbana Spring/Summer 2012 Ready to Wear show in Milan, Dolce&Gabbana presents a collection that evokes indulgent culinary culture and the joyful Italian spirit. Mediterranean traditions were reflected in the hot red pepper prints, the pasta adorned accessories, and the crochet fabric in pastel shades perfectly reflected embellished table cloths seen at the Italian indulgent food festival.





Backstage, the Designers’ inspiration of exuberant Italian sensuality was beautifully brought to life by Pat McGrath for Dolce&Gabbana Make Up using the vibrant and intense shades of the new Passion Duo Lipstick and Perfect Finish Creamy Foundation to create impeccably flawless and radiant complexions. Vivid green and intensepurple nails depict ripe courgettes, and mouth watering aubergines.


“This season we were inspired by the charm and beauty of Southern Italy; the food, the smells and the sense of occasion. After all this is at the very heart of our culture and heritage and is so dear to us.” says Domenico Dolce. “This collection symbolizes our love for the Mediterranean spirit; from the distinctive illuminations that adorn every street and the fragrances and tastes of Mediterranean food. We see this as true Italian beauty,” agrees Stefano Gabbana.


The look created by Pat McGrath backstage brought the Designers’ love for traditional Italian cuisine and heritage to life in a way that was effortlessly glamorous, and completely embodied the sensual Italian spirit.

Using the Dolce&Gabbana Make Up Foundation Brush Pat applied small amounts of Perfect Finish Creamy Foundation to the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin. She then blended the foundation moving from the center of the face outwards to create a flawless base. Next using the Blush in Provocative and Rose, Pat created a warm and radiant glow by sweeping it over the apples of the cheeks.


On the eyes the Eyeshadow Quad in Femme Fatale was applied to create a sultry sophisticated look. Eye pencils in shades of black and rich coffee were then applied on the lids of the eyes to create definition and to make eyes pop. Finally Pat used the Secret Eyes Mascara in Black to create a gorgeous fluttering veil of volumized lashes.


On the lips Pat applied the new Passion Duo lipsticks using both Imperial and Sensation to create a gorgeously sexy full lip with an amazing blend of vibrant, moisturizing pigment and sheer gloss.


Pat used two nail colours for the show; the deep, rich Dahlia and a Wild green shade. Both with a luxurious matte finish, these colours are tipped to be must haves for SS12.

Pat McGrath explained: “I just love how the simple yet chic make up look we have created complements the stunning SS12 catwalk collection. I love the references to food in the collection and how the make up look accompanies this; plump red tomato lips, deep aubergine and fresh green nails looked amazing and using the new Creamy Foundation and Passion Duo shades was so exciting and really enhanced the look we were trying to achieve. The signature Dolce&Gabbana inspiration and heritage was again ever present on the catwalk, and I feel the vivid yet sophisticated make upreally worked to bring the whole collection to life.

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