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How-To: Kristi Yamaguchi's Champion Makeup Look
I haven't seen the iconic and friendly figure ice skater Kristi Yamaguchi for what seems like years, but she looked fantastic at last night's premiere of boxing flick The Hammer. We'll be seeing more of Kristi's moves in the future since she's appearing on Season 6 of Dancing with the Stars. If you're interested in recreating her fresh and clean makeup look at home, read more
Bella Interview: Lan Nguyen, Makeup Artist
Lan Nguyen is a London-based self-taught professional makeup artist most famous for creating edgy looks on the runways. I was lucky enough to interview her backstage before the Inbar Spector show during London Fashion Week.
I watched her in action and we gabbed about our shared love of makeup, her experience working with Michael Jackson and Madonna, and makeup tips for Asian women.
Bella Book: Asian Faces
I've been looking forward to reading this new book, Asian Faces ($24.95). It's in bookstores today, and I have a feeling it will become the beauty bible for Asian women of all ages and ethnicities. Written by Korean-American makeup artist Taylor Chang-Babaian, Asian Faces features illustrated, step-by-step guides for creating night and day makeup looks.
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Bella Donna: Nancy Kwan
Well into the 1960s, Caucasian actors often snagged the roles of Asian characters; Shirley MacLaine famously played a geisha in 1962. But things started to change, in part due to Nancy Kwan's rise to stardom. Born in Hong Kong to a Chinese architect and English fashion model, she trained as a ballet dancer during her youth.
Reader Review of the Day: L'Oreal 2-Step Volume Construction Waterproof Mascara
Did you know that mascara is one of the most widely reviewed makeup items on the Product Reviews website? And now it's reader Mrsoh's turn to tell us about one of her favorites, L'Oreal 2-Step Volume Construction Waterproof Mascara ($13.50). Here's what she has to say about this "good buy":
I like this mascara a lot.
Margaret Cho Talks Beauty, Body Image, and Tattoos
Wanna know Margaret Cho? You're in luck, because the hilarious comedian is getting her own reality series. The Cho Show premieres tomorrow at 11:00 p.m.
Lightening Creams Are Popular Among Indians, Even For Kids
The last time we discussed skin-whitening creams, a lot of you had something to say. But after reading this article, I want to revisit this complex topic. In India, skin-lightening products flood the market; many contain harmful chemicals, some of which are carcinogenic.
Fashion Week: Where's the Diversity?
Every time I go to Fashion Week, I keep a little tally at every show, counting the women of color who appear on the runways. And at almost every show, my notepad has disappointingly few marks. Jezebel has also noticed the diversity void, noting that black women appeared on only 5% of the runways.
New Skin Care Alert: Amore Pacific
I have just discovered this amazing new brand of skin care called Amore Pacific. This ever popular brand in Asia has arrived in the U.S. with a bang.
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