Over the past year, Rose McGowan has dyed her naturally brunette hair three shades of red. At the beginning of 2007 she was a deep auburn, then she became a strawberry-blonde, and yesterday, at the Women in Film Luncheon Honoring Ginnifer Goodwin, her hair was a fiery, reddish-orange hue. Which shade of red do you find the most flattering on this petite, pale actress?
There are endless amounts of fab beauty products that you can buy your mom if she's the type of hip mom who can rock any beauty look from glam to grunge.
For example, this Sexy Mama Powder from The Balm is a brand-new, translucent setting powder with cute packaging. Heck, why not get her last year's awesome Hot Mama Blush and the recent Bahama Mama Bronzer as a little trio. Just a suggestion (of course), but if you're looking for more ideas, you can find an assortment of fun beauty products below that will make her swoon.
Oh no! Where will this show be without Dominique? One minute she's spouting Oprah-lite philosophy; the next, she's viciously reminding everyone that "this is a competition!" We'll miss you, Dom. While we breathlessly count down the minutes until next week's season finale (my money's on Whitney), soothe yourself by testing your memory of last night's beauty looks.
Some girlfriends and I were talking about skin care products over dinner, and one of them, who recently moved from Los Angeles, was cooing over the brand Arcona. She swears by the cranberry gommage, kiwi resurfacing peel and white tea daily face cleanser and credits her shiny, taught skin to being brand-loyal for the past year.
Another one of the girls has been using the products (based on her recommendation) for the past few weeks and her skin looks so revived, that I thought I'd research the brand myself. Hey, if my friends love it, and Lindsay Lohan does too — it must be fab!
Arcona was developed in Hollywood 19 years ago by a former chemist and holistic skin care practitioner. The 92 product-range is formulated with natural, cosmeceutical-grade ingredients containing high concentrations of antioxidants, vitamins, plant extracts, marine vegetables and essential oils that penetrate the deep layers of the skin. The ingredients are cold-pressed (key for keeping the nutrients active and effective), and are free of parabens, sodium lauryl sulfate and fragrance. The brand promotes a five-step program tailored to the needs of your skin.
I tried a sample of the peptide moisturizer and really liked the light smell. It's not too thick, not too milky, it absorbs into the skin well and it works great for day and night. I haven't tried anything else yet, but I can't wait for my next trip to LA to check out the studio. Are you interested in trying Arcona?
Here's the main thing you need to know about nail fungus: AVOID. Seriously, the best way to treat this stubborn condition is to prevent it in the first place. I've compiled a few suggestions on how to do just that, plus some treatment options if you wind up with an infection.
What it is: Nail fungus is an infection of the nail bed. It often begins as a white or yellow spot under the nail, then spreads to the entire nail. Full-blown fungus usually makes the nail thick, brittle, and yellowed, with crumbly edges to the nail. (You can see pictures if you like, but you've been warned: it ain't pretty.)
How it's transferred: Fungi thrive in warm, dark, damp places, then happily transfer to your toenails or fingernails.
How to avoid it: Never walk barefoot in a public place such as a shower or swimming pool; instead, wear flip-flops to protect your feet from potential fungus hangouts. If you've battled nail fungus before, wear shoes and socks that "breathe," rather than nylons or socks that trap moisture. Take your own tools to nail salons, and never use the Jacuzzi-type foot-soaking tubs — they're harder to sanitize, so you risk picking up someone else's fungus.
Even though we write about disparate topics, Savvy and I always find ourselves chatting about career and money issues. One of these days, I'm going to reveal the depth of my crush on economist Paul Krugman, and then we'll be BFFs. Fortunately, Savvy was kind enough to reveal her beauty and grooming secrets, and she's quite generous with her advice. Read on.
Which beauty products are your must-haves?
Kanebo Sensai Silk Emulsion, bare minerals foundation, and Kiehl’s lip gloss.
What’s your favorite beauty ritual?
I generally don’t ‘do’ my hair during the week and just let it dry on its own. But I love taking the time on my hair on Friday or Saturday night. A little mousse, a long blow-dry, and we’re talking volume that I absolutely love! It gets me excited to go out and celebrate the weekend.
To find out where Savvy splurges and saves, read more
Kate Beckinsale was spotted leaving the hair salon in LA looking perfectly coiffed from head to toe. She wore a shirtdress over leggings, pairing it with Fiorentini + Baker buckle boots and a cozy scarf for a Fall-appropriate look.
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