It amazes me how many women will buy new shoes and clothes as the seasons change, but don’t’ even consider changing their face palette.
According to celebrity makeup artist Douglas Otera, some of the hottest fall colors for us to consider adding to our cosmetics box are dusky purples, blues and deep plums.
Douglas says a way to do this is to experiment with a dark purple or sapphire eye paired with nude, matte lip, or a wine-dark lipstick. To finish the look add just a slash of eyeliner and mascara!
“I will say this season it’s all about clean! A clean and …read more

As promised!
A few months ago, I met Lauren Luke at her Sephora launch event, and LOVE her. So, when I saw she had updated her YouTube with some fabulous new tips for Halloween makeup, I had to share them here!
For those who don’t know, Lauren is the beauty-blog-queen of of the UK. Her YouTube channel has over 300,000 subscribers…just to watch her play with makeup. (Geez. Why didn’t I think of that?)
Her ideas are great, though. Check out some below.
Gothic Vampire Look
Lauren used the Twilight Ash eyeshadow from her My Smokey Classics makeup kit to help create this vampy look.
Angel …read more

Are you readying your Halloween beauty look? It’s sometimes a little hard to find the cosmetic component that compliments your costume and hair decisions.
A little guidance is always a good thing! Here are some fab tips from celeb makeup artist Brett Freedman:
Perfect Cat Eyes
Give a silver dusting to the whole lid from lash line to brow line and into the tear duct. Add a sweep of a purple-gray hue to the crease of the eyelid to add depth. Then use a felt tip liquid eyeliner (Brett loves Sephora’s version) and lightly dot on the lid, staying as close as …read more

While times are tough, you can always find your inner diva and do your beauty treatments at home instead of running to an expensive salon or day spa.
Every time I watch the news, I feel my shoulders tighten and the lines on my face get deeper, says Clarky Davis, The Debt Diva. If you are feeling the same, take time to relax and pamper yourself without increasing your money woes.
Davis has some great ideas for women to be beautiful without spending a ton of money. All of these products can be found at a local pharmacy or discount retailer.
1. Do …read more

Did you love Queen Latifah, the hostess with the mostest, look a few nights ago at the People’s Choice Awards?
Wish you could create the look for yourself at home? Celebrity makeup artist and true legend in the business, Sam Fine, who helped Queen look her most fabulous self last night, gives a how-two below.
Sam also works with celebrity moguls like Tyra Banks, Beyonce, Vanessa Williams and Brandy to name a few (visit www.samfine.com for more information).
THE LOOK:
Classic with a hint of color – Fine complimented her purple dress using subtle shades. For the green dress, he simply created a bolder …read more

This Sunday night, many of us will be glued to our television sets watching our favorite stars as they walk down the red carpet at the 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards.  And you can bet we’ll be paying attention to what they’re wearing, who they’re with, and just how well they’re aging.
From choosing the best hair style, flawless makeup and finding the perfect outfit, celebrities carefully plan every aspect of their appearance before stepping in front of cameras.  In the past, finding time
to schedule cosmetic touch ups with enough recovery time was a challenge.  But now, the latest
non-invasive cosmetic techniques …read more

ELLE.com has just posted a story on how to gussy up your hair for the holidays. Here is the link,  there’s really some great advice.

‘Tis the season to be jolly, so don’t let primping and prepping crimp your holiday cheer. Here, 10 ways to dress up your locks from now until the clock strikes 2009!
http://www.elle.com/beautyspotlight/15198/holiday-hair.html

Today, a recent study conducted by the The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) on women’s reactions to medical anti aging treatments was passed on to me. The results were pretty fascinating!
At this time of year when we’re thinking about resolutions and what to do next year, or looking back and realizing that we’re another year older (YIKES!), it’s a super interesting read.
Even in these hard economic times, 58% of women are more likely to trade off cost for longer lasting results. It goes to show you that women will not trade down quality in their anti aging quest. I …read more

Looking your very best for the holidays is essential: especially when it comes to your hair!
According to Asha SalonSpa, the largest Aveda Lifestyle SalonSpa in Chicago, this year’s trend for holiday hair is a casual look with a loose, soft appeal. Gwen Liska from Asha SalonSpa says: “Guests are coming to Asha to recreate the looks seen by today’s Hollywood elite, and they realize that these looks are easy to replicate themselves to look just as glamorous.”
Asha Salon Spa’s expert stylist, Gwen Liska, divulges the secrets to readers of how to create the look that will be sure to have …read more

Black Friday is almost upon us, and a lot of us will be waking up at arse-crack of dawn to pile our way through the masses.
I remember all through my younger years (and possibly to be repeated this year), I’d hook up with my mom at around 4 am, get coffee to go, and hit whatever random sale was tickling our fancy – and often leave disappointed.
Whether or not it is a worthwhile excursion is not my right to say – but I can help you be prepared when you get there!
I have eight $5 gift cards to the Coffee …read more