My apartment is as cold as death. I have heat, but it’s not very well insulated, and I spend many days typing away on my computer while my fingers freeze to the bone.
My one refuge? The bathroom, where I can take super hot showers and for a few brief moments, feel the circulation return to my limbs. And thus, for Valentine’s Day, I have found what I really, truly want: an opportunity to up my salvage of a bathroom into an at-home spa to providing relief during tough times and cold weather.
Please, someone, get me Mr.Steam’s towel warmers…please? Imagine coming …read more

Want to chill out AND feel sexy for Cupid? We can create a unique at-home spa experience with the intoxicating aroma of chocolate without breaking the bank or leaving the comforts of home!
Here are four simple recipes using a combination of chocolate and Epsom Salt guaranteed to satisfy your chocolate craving this Valentine’s Day. These recipes are easy to make, easy to afford and contain easy to find ingredients that you probably already have at home. Plus, it’s the perfect way to set the mood for a romantic evening at home with your loved one.
Coco Loco Bath Salts
1 cup Epsom …read more

Are you doing the Valentine’s countdown yet? It’s only a few days away! Here’s some tips on turning up the heat, one spritz at a time (whether you are having a quiet night at home with your man or a girls night out!)
Give your hair some sexy style with Mizani Shimmer Reflects Spritz. It is uniquely formulated with Gold Mica for luster and shine, and Panthenol, which conditions the hair. Surface coating Silicone helps seal the hair cuticle and Meadowfoam Oil helps to enhance shine. Available at salons nationwide for $17.96
Susan Posnick Cosmetics rings heats up Valentine’s …read more

Robert Moulton, creative director of DEX New York and makeup artist to stars including Tina Fey, Jamie Lynn Sigler, Amy Poehler and Elizabeth Banks suggests three essential looks to make your man melt this Valentine’s Day.
SWEETHEART
Eyes- Sweep a soft shimmer beige brown shadow on entire lid extending up to the crease.
Next- use a soft chocolate brown eye pencil on top and wedging between lashes, making a thicker line on outer corner, then blend top line with a soft brush.

Cheeks- Use a blush in a red or pink color and apply softly with finger tips on the apple’s of cheeks. …read more

VALENTINE’S DAY SMILE SMARTS
What you need to know before locking lips 
 

* KISS PLAQUE AWAY… “Lucky for you, locking lips helps maintain a healthy smile by increasing saliva production. Saliva acts as a natural lubricant, slipping under plaque and washing it away,” says celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Jeff Golub-Evans.
 * KISS AWAY CALORIES… “Kissing burns 12 calories every 5 seconds, and 3 passionate kisses a day will lead to losing 1 lb. a month. In fact, kissing gets 30 facial muscles working,” offers Dr. Layliev, the New York Center for Cosmetic Dentistry.
 * CAVITIES ARE CONTAGIOUS… “That’s right; cavities are no different than …read more

Valentine’s Day is only two weeks away, and Kiehl’s Since 1851 just introduced a number of alternatives to the traditional flowers/chocolates scenario.
Why not a box of nourishing lip glosses, or sweetly flavored lip balm?
Lip Gloss/Lip Balm Sets
For soothing color, choose between a Bright & Warm Set or a Neutral & Cool Set of Lip Glosses, each featuring one brand-new shade. For nourishing moisture without the color, try Scented Lip Balm #1 Trio of the three newest Lip Balm #1 scents: Mango, Coconut, and Vanilla. Each set is packaged in a special Kiehl’s heart box, just for …read more

Our eyes tell a story, and the story we want them to tell Valentine’s Day is pure romance. Check out some hot lash styling tips from Michele Alexander, celebrity make-up artist. Then get ready to try them yourself at home, they really do work!
Create Romantic & Sexy Eyes
Attract attention and apply 2-3 coats of mascara all around the eyes. Let the mascara dry between applications. Try a deep colored mascara on the outer corners to create intensity. Close Set Eyes Concentrate the majority of mascara on …read more

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I am somewhat ashamed, as a blogger, to admit that I did my Valentine’s Day shopping at Target, but I did.  Today.  Yes, we all know that Target has the grooviest cheap merchandise around – sad, but true – the classy (wo)man’s WalMart.  I wish it weren’t so.  But what Target also has, that perhaps they shouldn’t, is an account with Boots, a fabulous line of cosmetics, skin and body care which has fairly recently made their way to the United States.  I have used …read more

  We need a new name for our channel – Beauty & Style is sounding rather dull these days.  Good thing we have one on the horizon, eh?
In the meantime, we have been thinking (dreaming?) about Valentines Day over here, and have a round up of everything over at Teen Style Lounge.  Are you ready for Valentine’s Day?  I’m sure not.  I live behind these days.  Are you talking about Valentine’s Day somewhere?  Let me know in the comments – I don’t want to miss any great ideas!