New! Wash Away the Oil Skincare Set

(photo courtesy of Carol's Daughter)

New from Carol's Daughter, Wash Away Skin Care Set.
This skin care set is great for normal to oily skin. The products are very gentle and infused with antioxidant-rich Acai Berry which helps to balance the oil in your skin. In addition, this system contains ingredients for antiaging and hydration!

This is one collection you"ll want to try. This set is at a special price of $55.00 (Valued at $64.00).

To learn more about this product and Carol Daughter's collections, visit the Carol's Daughter website.

Sephora to Open At South Shore Plaza

The south shore just got more beautiful
 Sephora Store Opens Its Doors On April 23rd -

Calling all makeup mavens, fragrance fanatics, skincare enthusiasts and beauty addicts! Sephora, the ultimate beauty playground, is opening its doors at South Shore Plaza on April 23, 2010. And what’s even more beautiful? The first 100 beauties to show up at the grand opening will dip into our stash of Sephora gift cards with mystery values worth up to $100! Now that’s a pretty good reason to start shopping!

The new 6,700 square foot Sephora store in Braintree is a virtual paradise of endless beauty options with over 13,000 products from more than 200 brands, including Sephora’s own collection of makeup, skincare, tools, accessories and bath & body products.

o Makeup lines such as Tarina Tarantino, Bare Escentuals, Benefit, MAKE UP FOR EVER, tokidoki and Temptu

o Innovative skincare lines like Bliss, Clarisonic, Kinerase, Murad, PerriconeMD Cosmeceuticals and Philosophy


o Fragrance offerings from Fracas, Kim Kardashian, Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney and Leslie Blodgett Perfume Diaries


o Specialty hair care lines like HerCut, Living Proof, Oscar Blandi and Sultra


Here’s what’s hip and happening at Sephora now:

 Must-Have of the Moment – Dress up your look and your vanity with the new Tarina Tarantino collection, presented exclusively at Sephora. Designed to allow “girls of all ages” to express their sparkling selves, this luxurious collection consists of all your beauty needs from gorgeous eye shadows to glowing primers – all housed in uniquely designed pink and silver packaging.



The Sephora retail concept is rooted in aesthetics, presenting our clients with the most unique product assortment, store design, and client services. Sephora was the first beauty retailer to employ the unique open-sell philosophy, allowing clients to shop a myriad of brands and encouraging them to try, test and play with everything from lip glosses to blushes, skincare to fragrance. At Sephora South Shore, discover a world where prestige cosmetics are showcased in gorgeous open displays for clients to have the freedom to explore and sample at leisure.



Have a question? Sephora sales associates (also known as cast members) are the most educated in the beauty business. To ensure that all clients are serviced with the most knowledgeable and professional help, every Sephora cast member is rigorously trained in an intense Sephora educational program focused on skincare, hair care and general beauty called Science of Sephora (S.O.S.). Sephora cast members are then able to offer clients a completely non-biased (and non-commissioned) approach when recommending products.



Get privileged! Get rewarded! Get personal! Join Beauty Insider today to get behind the beauty velvet rope access to Insider-only products, exclusive samples, birthday gifts and an all-access pass to personalized beauty. To sign up, clients just need to visit the Sephora South Shore store to get their hands on the “Official Card of the Beauty-Full People.” Already a member? Update your Sephora status and become part of the new premium rewards program, Very Important Beauty Insider (VIB). Not only will you receive all the fabulous BI perks, VIB status will also grant you additional benefits, from large in-store and online discounts to free VIB-only beauty bonuses and an invite to a private Holiday Shopping Party.


SEPHORA SOUTH SHORE
South Shore Plaza
250 Granite St., Braintree, MA 02184
Store Hours: Mon - Sat: 10:00am to 9:00pm, Sun: 12:00pm to 6:00pm

An Even Better Way To Reduce Dark Spots

Clinique Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Protector

improves your skintone by 53% in as little as 4 weeks.
This product helps to even your skin tone and reduce dark spots and age spots.
This is a serum that is used under your moisturizer. The results are proven.

It can be used morning an night.

If your concern is darkspots, age spots, acne scars or uneven skin tone...this product is worth trying.

http://www.clinique.com/

Are You an IT Girl?

Earloomz

Introducing an innovative twist to your typical Bluetooth earpiece; Earloomz is a stylish extension of your personality. Its sleek design, combined with advanced Bluetooth technology, offers superior comfort and functionality. Not only does Earloomz provide quality hands-free capability, it’s also fashionable. With


hundreds of graphics and images to choose from, Earloomz devices are customized to match your individual style. Represent your favorite team, cartoon character, or nationality. The possibilities are endless.

Whatever style you’re looking for, whatever statement you want to make, let Earloomz be a part of your self-expression. Whether it’s business, personal or fun, Earloomz Bluetooth devices offer an unparalleled combination of technology, comfort, design and fashion.

For additional information go to Earloomz

Summer Lemonade For Your Hair

Lemonade is the official refreshing drink of summer; so why not use lemons as a refreshment for your hair? Desert Essence Lemon Tea Tree Oil Shampoo and Conditioner will refresh, revive and nourish damaged hair.



Desert Essence Lemon Tea Tree Oil Shampoo and Conditioner contain

Leptospermum Petersonii Oil: A species of Tea Tree Oil that retains the antiseptic qualities of traditional Tea Tree but smells like lemons.

Organic Tea Tree Leaf Oil: High-quality Australian Tea Tree Oil provides antiseptic qualities.

Organic Jojoba Seed Oil: Rapidly penetrates the scalp and hair shaft to loosen and dissolve excess oil and build-up.

                       

Mascara Primers are good for your lashes

Mascara Primers can be your new BFF if you experience dry and brittle lashes. Primers are a base used before your mascara to condition and strengthen the lashes.

My favorites:

 Lancome Oscillation Power Booster - conditions your lashes; primes the surface for a smooth surface;vibrates wraping the lashes to ensure separation and coverage; and boosts the appearance of natural lash growth.




Tarte Multiple Eyelash Enhancer
 -increases the appearance of the length of your lashes.

Spring Nails

It's spring and time to really show off your pretty nails and toes.

Here is a color you will  enjoy.

Think Spring Nails by China Glaze Romantique Collection, beautiful pinks, soft colors, very spring!

Voluminous Up Do's from the Red Carpet

The Look
Voluminous Up ‘do
Who wore it: Miley Cyrus, Kristen Stewart, Vera Farmiga

Volume gave a new twist to the traditional up’do,” says Gatsby Salon stylist Denise Gunnello. To get the look:

Tips from the Gatsby Salon
1. Start with using a volumizer on damp hair’s roots. (Try Gatsby Salon’s Texture Lift, $12.50 available by calling 732.752.4247)
2. Blowdry hair using your fingers to create volume and texture within your hair.
3. Once hair is completely dry, tease hair from temple to temple, beginning along the hairline.
4. Smooth out slightly with fingers to give it an “unpolished look”.
5. Use your fingers to direction hair towards the back of your head.
6. Apply a flexible hold spray to keep teased hair in place as you create the back of the look.
7. Begin gathering hair at the nape of your neck in a loose, messy bun-type shape.

8. Use bobby pins to secure hair in place. TIP: Create an X by criss-crossing bobby pins to create a more secure style.

9. Use a medium to strong hold hairspray to ensure this look lasts throughout the evening.

    

photos courtesy The Hip Event

Posted by Lorrie Pearson/Make Me Up Magazine

Red Carpet Hair Tips by the Gatsby Salon

The Look
Side Swept waves
Who wore it: Cameron Diaz, Sandra Bullock, Sherri Shepard, Kate Winslet

“The Veronica Lake look was in full bloom at this year’s Oscars,” says Gayle Giacomo owner and expert stylist, Gatsby Salon in Green Brook , NJ . “Sandra Bullock, Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz laminated the red carpet with this timeless style.”




Simple at-home steps to recreate this look:




1. Start with using a volumizer on damp hair’s roots. (Try Gatsby Salon’s Texture Lift, $12.50 available by calling 732.752.4247)

2. Use a blow dryer to remove excess moisture from hair.


3. Section hair into five sections. A right and left section at the nape of the neck, a section on the right and left sides of your head, and the top of your head.

4. Blowdry each section using a round brush and dry hair in a vertical direction, pulling the hair straight up from your head to create volume and lift at the root.

5. After entire head is dried, form the same 5 sections. Use a 1 ½ inch barrel curling iron to curl sections, beginning at the bottom of hair sections.
6. To create an arch and bend at the root, place the iron on the root and pull upwards as you move it to the ends of the hair.
7. Once the iron has reached the ends, keep the curling iron horizontal as you rotate the iron back towards the root area, creating a curl. Once hair is heated in this position, release the iron from the hair, letting the hair fall.
8. Follow immediately with a flexible hold hairspray (Try Gatsby Salon’s Structura Shaping Spray, $14.95 available by calling 732.752.4247) and allow hair to cool.

9. Repeat steps 6 through 8 until your entire head is curled.

10. Allow at least ten minutes for hair to cool entirely before touching

 

11. Turn head upside down and use a paddle brush to brush through your entire head.

12. Create a part that suits your style and use your fingers to tame and place hair to the direction you desire.
13. Complete style by using a holding spray to secure this look.

(photos courtesy TheHipEvent.com)

Show Off Your Feet!

Ultra Repair Cream gets rid of embarrasing heels.
With the help of colloidal oatmeal, ceramides and soothing eucalyptus oil – this cream provides immediate relief and visible improvement for dry, itchy, raw, scaly skin. Slather it on those dry and cracked heels and stop paying the nail place to do it for you! The creams that most nail places put on your feet are hand lotion and do not use natural lipid ceramides to hydrate and improve skin’s function.

Available at Sephora

A PINT SIZED DUO FOR A GLOW ON THE GO

SEVIN NYNE TANNING MIST + SELF-TANNING LOTION

Sevin Nyne Tanning Mist +Self-Tanning Lotion are a petite, portable duo, and at under
3 oz each, they are conveniently designed to fit in your handbag, or carry-on, so you can jump on

that plane worry and hassle free.

For the same price as their larger counterparts, the Sevin Nyne travel duo allows you to
experience both products for only $35, so now it’s both easy and affordable to get a gorgeous,

red carpet ready, glow on the go.

With their Sevin Nyne brand, Lindsay Lohan and celebrity tanning expert, Lorit Simon,

captured a tropical vacation in a bottle. Each Sevin Nyne product has it’s own unique

blend of pure botanicals and natural oils that infuse your skin with nourishing ingredients,

while blanketing your body with a delectable fragrance that tantalizes your senses.

Sevin Nyne Tanning Mist provides an even, golden glow while nourishing your skin

with powerful, anti-oxidant filled Goji Berries and moisturizing Chardonnay extracts.

Sevin Nyne Self-Tanning Lotion provides the tan-talizing color you love, with

moisturizing honey and hydrating cucumber and chamomile extracts your skin craves.

Cherish your skin with the new Sevin Nyne Tanning Mist + Self-Tanning Lotion, and

unleash the Golden Goddess within anywhere, anytime.
 
The duo available at Sephora

Rainy Day Makeup Must Have's

When it's raining and you are on your way to an appointment, these item will keep your makeup in tact.
Makeup Sealer is used by many celebrities to keep thier makeup looking during many events. Makeup sealers helps makeup stay put under hot lights too.

My favorites are:
    

Model In A Bottle   2oz $15.99

Benefit She Laq: A Magical Makeup Sealer $30.00

Makeup Sealers help keep your makeup smudge proof!

posted by Lorrie Pearson

RIP THE RUNWAY Presented by BET Mon. Mar.15th 2010

Rip The Runway is one of the most fun and exciting events for up & coming musicians and fashion designers. 
Presented by BET this years RIP THE RUNWAY set to air Monday March 15th (check local listings for air times) will be hosted by Nicki Minaj, Pooch Hall, Dwight Eubanks, & Misa Hylton.  Each host is a industry specialist that are up and coming stars.




A culmination of the best Music & Fashion artists, this truly is one runway show you wont want to miss.  Some artists set to preform at Rip The Runway include Ludacris, Estelle, & Soulja Boy.

See more on Rip The Runway presented by BET at:  http://www.bet.com/Specials/riptherunway10/

Kardashian Sisters Collaboration With Virgins, Angels, & Saints

It was announced today that Kim, Khloe, & Kourtney have combined forces with Ylang23's Virgins, Angels, & Saints to make a striking and beautiful jewelry line based from the Kardashians designs and Armenian heritage.


The Collection features pieces with Armenian symbols, beautiful crystal work, as well as a three tiered tiara in representation of the three sisters

.


See The Full Collection At http://www.ylang23.com/shop.cfm?ShopBy=Designers&DesignerID=155

The Oscars 2010 Best & Worst Dressed

Last night was the 82nd Annual Oscars Award show held at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles, California.  All of the stars came out to support & celebrate each others work in Motion Pictures. 

Here are our 10 picks for best and worst dressed on the Oscars Red Carpet.



Sandra Bullock                                                                                
BEST!

She has captured true Old Hollywood
Glamour in this embroidered lace and
metallic gown by Merchesa.

Cameron D.

BEST!

 

Cameron dazzled us by

choosing a Oscar De La Renta 

champagne tulle gown with metallic

ribbon and gold paillette embroidery

Mariah Carey

WORST!

Yet another hit & miss for Mimi as

she try's to take us back to her heyday

in this off the shoulder empire cut gown

with nude heels... maybe 10 years ago Mimi...

Amanda Seyfried

BEST!

Amanda is one of my personal favorites

as she not only is a fantastic actress, but she

also knows how to be Hollywood Royalty in this

gorgeous Armani Prive gown that sets off her beautiful skin tone

Miley Cyrus

WORST!

The 17-year old "Hanna Montana" Star

does have good taste, she just needs to

learn how to dress her figure as the bodice

does nothing for her height or her broad shoulders.

Anna Kendrick

BEST!

Anna stole the night in this

Elie Sabb Couture off the shoulder

gown showcasing her flawless silhouette

Faith Hill

WORST!

This lace embellished gown with the

lace & patent-leather bustier was just

to classless for the Red Carpet.

Meryl Streep

BEST!

Meryl Streep is a living testament of

what the true Hollywood dream is.  Not only is she

the most nominated actress of all time but she also sets

the bar for what Hollywood is all about in this classis vintage

style dress by Project Runways Chris March and Jimmy Choo Shoes.

Vera Farmiga

WORST!

This is a beautiful Marchesa gown yes, but so

overdone on the Red Carpet and therefore

lacks originality.

Sigourney Weaver

BEST!

She may have worn similar styles this Award Season

however the "Avatar" Star is still stunning and puts most

women half her age to shame on the Red Carpet.