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Thursday Giveaway! Philosophy Completely Clear Skin
For the new year, I'm sure you are making your resolutions and looking forward to new beginnings. And when it comes to your skin, I'm sure you aren't looking for any new pimples. Well, thanks to our friends at Sephora, they've got us covered in that department. All this week we're giving away Philo …
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2009 People's Choice Awards: Paris Hilton
It remains a mystery whether or not Paris Hilton is dating George Clooney. And if she is, I've got to say that I'm a wee bit jealous. One thing that's not a mystery? The actress/singer/reality show star/designer sure has her signature look down pat. Glossy pink lips, ample mascara, and wavy locks? …
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2009 People's Choice Awards: Queen Latifah
The evening's hostess with the mostess, Queen Latifah, looked elegant walking the red carpet at the People's Choice Awards. Her hair hue is lighter than we saw at the AMAs, but it warms up her complexion with her perfectly groomed brows colored to match. With blush properly applied on the apples of …
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Which 90210 Star's Look Do You Prefer?
Seems like most of you weren't too stoked on the 90210-inspired nail polish collection, but what about these People's Choice Awards looks? Annalynne McCord, at left, and Jessica Stroup took opposite routes in their road to getting ready for the event. One's more structured, the other's laid-back. Wh …
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2009 People's Choice Awards: Olivia Wilde
Actress Olivia Wilde shows off her creamy complexion with some soft pink blush and lip gloss. Set off by some warm brown eyeliner, her icy green eyes become the major standout. Overall, she keeps the look simple and pretty with an elegant white halter dress and a high placed ponytail. Are you liki …
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2009 People's Choice Awards: Debra Messing
Debra Messing's got the look and it's pretty intense. After all, her strong gaze looks even more so with heavily smudged lines emphasizing the outer parts of her eyes. False eyelashes highlight one dramatic stare. She's definitely high on my list for her red hair, and I'm sad I can't see more of i …
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2009 People's Choice Awards: Jordin Sparks
Jordin Sparks is a singer, songwriter, model, and fashion designer. Whew! So when it comes to dressing up, this former American Idol contestant is an old pro. She obviously knows her color wheel, as her warm copper-tone lipstick, eyeshadow, and highlights contrast well with her cool blue dress. Some …
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2009 People's Choice Awards: Carrie Underwood
While the first thing I noticed were those shimmery shoulders, I approve of Carrie Underwood's subtle sparkle instead of glitter galore. Her hair cascades in softer waves (compared to the big styles she often favors), and pulling up those long bangs with extra lift really brings the emphasis to her …
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2009 People's Choice Awards: Jennie Garth
Jennie Garth has come a long way from her early days playing Kelly or at least, she's playing Kelly with a more sophisticated style these days. Her look at the People's Choice Awards is a far cry from 90210, and in fact, it looks more Mad Men than West Beverly to me. The cool-toned red lipstick …
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Beauty Flashback: Conair Geometricks
Oh man, I remember this commercial. I also remember eagerly awaiting the day when I, too, could have crimped or curled hair from one simple styling tool. Unfortunately, 20 years on, the jingle hasn't left my head, so you may as well join me in reliving the horror.
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Bella Quiz: Beauty Fact or Myth?
Besides tips on how to eat right for beautiful skin, nails, and hair, dietitian Lisa Drayer's new book, The Beauty Diet, has wonderful recipes, too. Low-fat double-chocolate milkshake, fire-roasted tomato soup, and white bean "hummus"? Yes, please. Separately, of course. Another great inclusion? So …
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India Arie Is Not Her Hair
Back in 2001, I picked up Acoustic Soul by India Arie and liked it a lot. Unfortunately, I lost track of her until this week, when I ran across a video for "I Am Not My Hair." The song came out in 2006, but its message of self-acceptance and confidence is timeless. India sings about her experiences …
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Beauty Byte: Cosmetics Labels Are About to Bug Out
If you read your food labels closely, you might want to start doing the same for your cosmetics. After 10 years of deliberation, the Food and Drug Administration has ordered food and cosmetic companies to list carmine and cochineal when used as ingredients. Both colorants are derived from the wee co …
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What Causes Chapped Lips?
Mr. Bella and I were sifting through some old photos and after looking at each year's school picture, it was obvious that the poor guy spent the majority of his elementary days with chapped lips. It's pretty unavoidable, especially in moisture-depleted Winter months and especially for that cute l …
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Bella Bargain: Free Sample of Murad Sleep Reform Serum
There's no way about it, the recession is depressing. If you need a bit of good news to combat the doom and gloom, here you go: Murad is giving away free samples of its Sleep Reform Serum. The anti-aging treatment promises to moisturize and firm skin while you sleep, using topical melatonin to calm …
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In Which Bella Was Corrected on Plucking and Dying
A few years ago, as I chatted with my friend about which color I should dye my hair, I was given an unexpected lesson in beauty terminology. She was in cosmetology school at the time, and I knew she'd have some good ideas. Instead of guiding me towards something like, "chocolate brown with copper hi …
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Do You Use More Than One Concealer?
A few weeks ago, I listed out some of my favorite tips from Bobbi Brown's new book. Among them? Brown advises using a concealer a shade or two lighter than your foundation for under-eye circles, and a separate concealer for blemishes. This got me to thinking. Lately, I've been following Brown's advi …
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Wednesday Giveaway! Philosophy Completely Clear Skin
For the new year, I'm sure you are making your resolutions and looking forward to new beginnings. And when it comes to your skin, I'm sure you aren't looking for any new pimples. Well, thanks to our friends at Sephora, they've got us covered in that department. All this week we're giving away Philo …
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Love It or Hate It? Anne Hathaway's Pulled-Back Bouffant
Anne Hathaway has definitely developed a sophisticated style particularly in the past year, no? So it's becoming expected that she'll do something fresh and unique during red carpet events. At last night's premiere of Bride Wars, the actress did not disappoint. Her simple black blazer and skinny p …
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More Bang For Your Buck, e.l.f. Is Cruelty-Free, Too
I know eyeliner belongs on my face and not on bunnies or kitties, but it's not always easy to decipher which beauty products aren't tested on animals. Love PETA or hate it, you've got to hand it to the group for its annual Proggy Awards, which highlights animal-friendly people and companies. This ye …
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