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Meredith at Daily Dose of Coffee attempts to stop the ravages of time on her face with L’Oreal’s Skin Genesis line. Find out how it works and what she thinks.

Viva Woman invites you to check out her updated tips on sunscreen protection and application this summer.

Advice Sister Alison at The Advice Sisters Guide to Life, Success and Happiness Blog discovers a luxe, multi-tasking face treatment by Chanel :a luxe, multi-tasking face treatment by Chanel called HYDRAMAX + ACTIVE TEINTE Active Moisture Tinted Lotion SPF 15. It’s truly a Skin Saving Wonder and it’s Advice Sisters Product of the Week!

Tink at Casual Lavish explores the nail polish watercoloring technique.

The Muse reviews Bourjois Paris Hi-Tech Rouge before it even hits US shores!

Beauty Anonymous thinks Anna Sui Fall 2008 Makeup Collection is adorable!

Summer skin got you down? Beauty411 reviews a new product from REN that will jump start your skin and leave it looking like you just had a facial!

Beauty in Real Life has great summer makeup tips from a celebrity makeup artist.

Jeanne at Periodic Style wants to get buff this summer…

Talking Makeup: How To Give Your Skin A Natural Glow by Celebrity Nutritionist Oz Garcia.

Monique at Beauty Girl Musings shares a new product to help control those fly-aways!

The Jet Set Girls try out L’Oreal’s latest self tanner.

Joy from the Makeup Junkie dishes on her night out with Cover Girl!

Discover which skincare line is loved by celebrity moms and A Mom in Red High Heels alike!

Toya from The Life of A Ladybug proves brown girls can and should wear orange in her Electro FOTD!

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Heidi Klum is one of the most beautiful models of all times. Curious about how to get her Marie Claire Magazine June 2008 cover look?

We find some clues on the Victoria’s Secret website: according to Linda Hay, Victoria’s Secret makeup artist: “Balance a smoky eye with a neutral lip for a look that’s custom made for the cover of a magazine-or a night out!”

To get smoky eyes like Heidi, you might want to try: Very Sexy Makeup Eyeliner in Exotic Plum: this shade is just a bit softer than black. Very Sexy Makeup Mosaic Eyeshadow in Satisfied. And, Very Sexy Makeup high-definition Mascara. All by Victoria’s Secret Beauty.

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Get all eyes on you by attracting attention to your best parts. Self-conscious about your nose but love your eyes? Want people to focus on your amazing legs? We got the hairstylists and makeup artists responsible for A-list celebs — from Angelina Jolie to the Victoria’s Secret gang — to dish on how to show off your best features. Select the body parts you love to read their advice. Get expert tips!

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Recreate her glowing evening makeup with these expert tips. Actress Jennifer Garner always manages to look healthy, well-rested and stunning on the red carpet, despite being a mom, wife and celebrity full-time. Makeup artist Matin, who applied the look, tells you how to recreate her glowing skin, sparkling eyes and warm pink lips in three easy steps. How-to tips!

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Meredith at Daily Dose of Coffee gets a makeover and checks out the new Stila summer collection eye shadow palette.

Fifty-Cent Head reviews the 2008 Readers’ Choice Awards in two posts, because there are so many (and so much to say!): Part One and Part Two.

Viva Woman takes a close look at ingredients in mineral makeup that can cause irritation to your face.

Who couldn’t use a little stress relief? Beauty411 raves about Johnson’s Melt Away Stress line; check it out and enter the contest to win a free assortment of Melt Away Stress products!

Beauty Anonymous loves Chanel Levres Scintillantes Glossimer for lips!

Alison (aka. “Advice Sister Alison”) of The Advice Sisters de-mystifies beauty product labels.

Kitiya from Mischo Beauty invites you to enter her “Mischo Beauty Johnson & Johnson Melt Away Stress Giveway!”

The Beauty of Life welcomes in the dog days of summer with an assortment of cocktail-inspired beauty products!

Bare Escentuals’ Warm Radiance has passed muster with Toya of “The Life of A Ladybug!” Come check this out and the rest of her “Bronzers for Brown Girls” series!

Hair Therapy continues for Monique at Beauty Girl Musings!

Jeanne from Periodic Style is back from her Vegas vacation and wonders what to do with her winnings…

Beauty in Real Life has the scoop on the soon-to-be-released, fab new colors for CoverGirl Eye Enhancers.

Henna from Canadian Beauty found a gloss that really lasts - find out which one she’s using!

Looking for a new summer haircut? Check out this great style found on A Mom In Red Heels!

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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 longer the case. To end this confusion and help consumers, the Natural Products Association announced on 6/4/2008 a new certification program which defines natural and includes an easily-identified seal. Shoppers can expect the seal to begin appearing on certified personal care products such as Aubrey Organics, Badger Balm, Burt’s Bees, California Baby, Farmaesthetics, Trilogy Fragrances, and Weleda in the coming months.

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Tink at Casual Lavish reviews Burt’s Bees Avocado Butter pre-shampoo treatment. Does this give her hair the shine she wants? Check out the review to find out.

The Beauty of Life bares it all with Bobbi Brown’s new Yogi Bare Lip Balm!

Talking Makeup’s Marta Walsh interviews IMAN
for Beauty Interviews!

Beauty Anonymousinvites you to Peach-a-Boo! from OPI.

Laurie at Beauty’s Spot has started a new feature detailing her personal product all-stars.

Alison, (aka. “Advice Sister Alison” ) shares five fast, easy and fabulous ways to brighten your smile without products or dentist’s bills on the Advice Sisters Guide to Happiness Blog

The girls over at Beauty in Real Life are having such an amazing giveaway…your lips will thank you if you win!

Toya of The Life of A Ladybug introduces you to Laura Mercier’s Bronzing Duo in Pink Bronze , another in her “Bronzers for Brown Girls” series!

Kitiya from Mischo Beauty invites you to enter her SPINLASH giveaway!

Monique at Beauty Girl Musings lets you know all about her new favorite hydrating product.

A Mom in Red High Heels embraces her curly-girl side! Discover which product leaves her hair soft and full!

Meredith at Daily Dose of Coffee checks out Pop Beauty Tan Popper collection to see if it really does pop that tan.

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Whether you’re at the beach or on the street, SPF protection is a must for summer. So why not perfect your summer skin as you protect it?

Stila Cosmetics brings you makeup that holds up under the summer sun as it shields you from its harmful rays. Stila’s lightweight formulas offer full SPF protection and leave skin glowing, smooth and radiant.

SPF 20 Shine Lip Color and Oil Free Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 are the latest SPF products from Stila that guard skin while providing stellar coverage with just a hint of color. For superior complexion protection this summer, Stila has you covered.

Try these summer must-haves from Stila for sun-safe skin:

Illuminating Liquid Foundation SPF 15 ($36.00)
What it is: A silky, lightweight foundation for sheer to medium coverage.
What it does: Hides flaws and imperfections to create a luminous, airbrushed look. The semi-matte finish evens out natural skin tone, enhancing true beauty.
How it does it: Via mica, tiny crystals found in nature that reflect light and leave skin radiant and glowing.

From the expert: “This formula is perfect for sensitive skin or dry skin,” explains Lucero. “The foundation hydrates as it illuminates for natural, even coverage that never flakes or fades.”

New! Oil Free Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 ($36.00)
What it is: Moisturizer, sunscreen, and sheer coverage all in one.
What it does: Provides full protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays as it evens skin tone and blends flaws. How it does it: White Willow Bark absorbs oil while Silk Amino Acids moisturize and smooth skin, improving natural barrier protection.

From the expert: “This is a must-have for the summer and for all skin types and tones-it leaves your skin looking healthy and polished,” says Lucero. “The texture feels creamy and light on the skin. Try using this alone or under your favorite powder. It can even be layered for extra coverage.”

New! SPF 20 Shine Lip Color ($20.00)
What it is: The lip-saver pouts can’t live without.
What it does: Protects lips’ sensitive skin as it imparts a shimmery sheen.
How it does it: SPF 20 protects against UVA and UVB rays while Vitamins A, C and E deliver maximum antioxidant protection and rich vegetable-based oils provide lightweight moisturization for the softest, smoothest lips.

From the expert: “This creamy sheer formula allows you to experiment with brighter shades and still look summer-ready,” Lucero explains. “Protect your lips and hydrate with this lip color-Vitamin E keeps lips soft and prevents chapping. Apply with brush #6.”

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Just in case you didn’t know, the Sex & The City movie is about to launch. Here is an idea to celebrate your favorite show: NUVO Sparkling Cosmopolitan.

The drink of choice for the Sex & The City ladies was Cosmopolitan-they made it big. There is a scene in the movie where the girls are sitting around a table drinking Como’s and asking why they have stopped drinking them and one remarked that it was because “everyone else started to”-this is where NUVO Sparkling Cosmopolitan comes in-it is a modern take on the typical Cosmo, plus it’s sparkling.

Here are some facts about NUVO Sparkling Cosmopolitan:

• The world’s first sparkling liqueur
• Made with vodka and a small amount of delicate French sparkling wine, this ultra-premium French sparkling liqueur is blended with natural fruit nectar to achieve a harmonious balance. The wine is predominately made up of chardonnay with a touch of pinot noir. It is infused with raspberry, peach and strawberry fruits to reveal a vivacity and elegance that leaves the palate refreshed
• NUVO is the must-have accessory for a stylish, sophisticated lifestyle
• Housed in an ultra-chic bottle that resembles those originally made for perfume, NUVO is something that should be displayed
• The drink itself is a fun and festive soft pink hue that not only looks stunning in one’s glass but adds to the overall décor and flair of a party
• NUVO celebrates the pleasure of people getting together with their friends and sharing beautiful moments
• NUVO comes in two sizes: 200ml for $20 and 375ml for $30
• Available at exclusive nightclubs and hotels such as Nikki Beach, The Delano and Pearl in Miami; Room Service, Stereo and The Hudson Hotel in NYC
• Best served chilled, over ice, in a champagne glass
• Alternative ways to experience NUVO:
  • “Black Code” - NUVO with a splash of Hennessy, served on the rocks
  • “NUVO Sparkling Cosmo” - NUVO with an ounce of Grand Marnier and a splash of lime juice, stirred and served in a martini glass
  • NUVO Dream - NUVO with strawberry puree, served in a martini glass and garnished with strawberries
  • NUVO-tini - NUVO with peach nectar, served in a champagne flute and garnished with blueberries
• Celebrity fans include Bridget Moynahan, Gabrielle Union, Vanessa Mannillo, Brooke Shields, Kim Kardashian, Jamie Foxx, and Fabulous
• NUVO is currently available at liquor stores in Florida, Arizona and New York and will be available nationwide beginning June 1, 2008
• NUVO Sparkling Liqueur can also be purchased online at: http://sparklingnuvo.com/intro.html

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