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Looking for a new way to spruce up your lipstick this winter? Try the new reverse-ombre lip craze. It’s a vampy change from the basic red lip. Last summer ombre lips were everywhere and the newest trend this winter is the reverse-ombre lip. Instead of using a lighter shade in the center of your lips, reverse it. For this look, start with a bright red shade, then apply the ...

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Let’s start the New Year off right and introduce this month’s Melting Pot Beauty. Actress Blythe Howard exudes beauty inside and out with her charming personality and gorgeous appearance. With first impressions meaning everything, she was warm and approachable; the type of girl that gets along with everyone. Blythe was born and raised in Maple Valley, Washington and now resides in Los Angeles ...

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Recently, I posted an article on when to throw out your expired beauty products. However, instead of throwing them away why not be responsible and recycle them? Their are many brands that are acting responsibly but let’s applaud three of my favorites. Check out what these particular brands are doing to keep the recycle cycle alive. One of my favorite programs is from MAC Cosmetics. Back to MAC is ...

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This holiday season has beauty products that will wow your family and friends. Give the gift of beauty to the special ones in your life, or for yourself. Whether they desire a makeup gift set or a beauty sample membership, there’s a gift for everyone on your list. Check out my favorite gifts this holiday. Beauty Sample Memberships The newest and hottest ...

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Holding onto a foundation that smells bad because it’s pricey? Think again. Think about the irritation it can cause to your skin. If you’re curious about when it’s time to toss your beauty products, listen to these tips to help you say farewell. In general, you can tell if your cosmetics are going bad when:     They smell bad ...

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It’s no doubt that I love my beauty products. It’s even more enjoyable to buy them when they give back. Not only do they make you look great but they help in supporting great causes.  Here are 3 beauty products that are giving back in a big way! MAC Viva Glam Nicki Lipstick-MAC Cosmetics and Hip-Hop Superstar Nicki Minaj unite together to develop ...

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          Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes: My wonder wipes. Simple products are safe for every skin type. They’re perfect for before the flight begins and when it ends. I typically won’t spend time in the restroom washing my face so these wipes are great. I wipe my face right as we are taking off.  When we are ...

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This years International Beauty Show (IBS) held in Las Vegas was filled with an abundance of booths, classes and workshops in hair, makeup, nails and business. It also included a barber and nail competition. In addition, my ticket included entry to the International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Show (IECSC).  Tens of thousands of beauty professionals attended this years show to see the new and upcoming ...

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On a recent trip to Sally’s Beauty Supply, I picked up ‘As I Am Coconut CoWash Cleansing Conditioner’. The As I Am line is designed specifically for those with coils and curls. It uses organic ingredients that and has an a variety of products. Read more about ‘As I Am’ here. To continue with my obsession with cleansing conditioners, I ...

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I’ve always been in love with drugstore brands that’s why when I found this, I had to share. At $12.99 Garnier Skin Renew Miracle Skin Perfector B.B. Cream (Say that 10 times fast!) produces many miracles. The Medium/Deep shade matched my skin tone very well. It provided a light coverage that evened out my skin tone and smoothed my skin. ...

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