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How-To: Kristi Yamaguchi's Champion Makeup Look

BellaSugar — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:00:43 PDT

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,

FACE: Begin by applying a light shade of creamy concealer under the eyes and to any visible red areas. Next, dust your face and jawline with a mineral foundation such as Amazing Cosmetics Velvet Mineral Powder Foundation for a flawless face. Then, gently blend a touch of brightener around your orbital bone to create that wide-eyed, angelic effect.
CHEEKS: Dusting an apricot blush on your cheeks and on the tip of your nose will add warmth to pale skin. Use a light hand (you don't want to over-do it) and skip bronzer.
EYES: Kristi's eyes are actually quite simple to achieve. Believe it or not, you can create this look with just three products. Start with a neutral shadow palette like Smashbox Eye Shadow Trio in Headshot. Use the base color all over the lid and then add the pinky tone to the area between the top of the lashes and the crease. Next, blend the soft brown shade in the crease, focusing on the outer corners of the eyes. Line your upper lashes only with a creamy black pencil such as Lorac Front Of The Line Waterproof Eyeliner and wing-tip the edges to make your eyes a little sexier. Lastly, apply two coats of black mascara to your top lashes and one coat to your bottom lashes.
LIPS: A sheer, brick/burnt sienna shade looks beautiful with a neutral face and neutral eyes. One of my favorites is Mind Game from the new Nars Exotica Collection. If you like, you can add a sheer red or a clear gloss on top for extra punch.

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Bella Interview: Lan Nguyen, Makeup Artist

BellaSugar — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:00:53 PST

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. For all the details,

How did you get started in the business?
I was working in PR while I was in school studying fashion. One day I was asked to help out with makeup for a photo shoot, even though I had no formal training, and they loved my work. I started to do makeovers and then filled in when they were short staffed. I loved it and when I eventually starting doing shows I worked with Pat McGrath. She became my inspiration to pursue makeup as a full-time career.

What do you see as the next big makeup trends for Spring and Fall?
The look for Spring is fresh skin and strong, bright, neon-colored lips. Fall makeup is grim, gothic and rich. You'll see a lot of contoured cheeks and eyelashes are back too. People aren't afraid to look a little bit more stylish.

What has been your favorite fashion week show to work on?
I'd have to say the most recent Gavin Douglas show. I loved creating a new take on old Hollywood glamour.

You work with all types of ethnicities. Can you give our Asian readers and makeup artists in training any advice?
Absolutely.

Asians always want to do a smoky eye, but they often wind up looking like they are punched in the face. Because Asian eyes are small, try putting dark colored shadows in the socket line (crease) only.
Also, I recommend staying away from matte pastel shades as they tend to make Asian skin look ashy.
Lastly, any type of cream shadow is great. They look really nice on Asian skin tones.

Bella Book: Asian Faces

BellaSugar — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 09:00:29 PDT

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. It addresses topics often overlooked by Western makeup artists, such as the best foundations for yellow-undertoned skin and applying eye shadow to flat eyelids. The foreword is by Yoko Ono, who I'm sure has something insightful to say!

4 Cruciferous Veggie Recipes to Improve Breast Cancer Survival

Lizzie Fuhr — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:54:42 PDT

While we know that crunchy, cruciferous veggies pack a big punch of vitamins and flavor, a recent study shows that they are also fantastic medicine for breast cancer survivors. The women with the highest daily intake of cruciferous vegetables had a 62 percent reduced risk of breast cancer mortality and 35 percent reduced risk of breast cancer recurrence. If you're not acquainted with cruciferous veggies, have no fear. Here are a few delicious seasonal recipes to get a heaping help into your diet.

Bok choy is fat-free, low in calories, and loaded in vitamins K and C. The calcium and potassium-rich cruciferous cabbage is beautifully highlighted in this healthy breakfast recipe for bok choy hash with poached eggs.

YumSugar's video recipe for broccoli romanesco is a simple and beautiful dish that will help you get your fill of this funky - even prehistoric-looking! - vegetable, rich in vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, and fiber.

Keep reading for two more healthy cruciferous veggie recipes.

Link Time: Numbing Lip Balm, Asian Models on the Rise, and More

BellaSugar — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 14:27:41 PDT

Now, a lip balm lets you numb your kisser - Fashionista
Asian models are scoring more big campaigns - The Cut
How to make your beauty treatment last - Real Simple
What makes a person ugly? - Huffington Post
Wedding makeup advice for newbies - The Hairpin
How to take great photos in makeup - Temptalia
College girl dyes hair purple, cuteness ensues - College Fashion
Brooding models with dark lipstick talk style - Into The Gloss
The '70s fragrance for the woman who does it all - Yesterday's Perfume

Hwae Dup Bap (Korean Sashimi Salad)

OnSugar Blog — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 13:26:00 PST

As a self-professed experienced eater, Yoo Eatz tells us the story of her introduction to Korean food, and, boy, does it sound delicious.

By the time I entered college, I thought of myself as a rather experienced eater. Born and raised in a multicultural family in the San Francisco Bay Area, I had been exposed to all sorts of foods from the get-go and was rarely fazed by anything "weird" (Chicken feet? Sure. Alligator tail? No problem. Crab innards? Give it to me over rice.) And my young adult self was certain that there was no cuisine I had yet to conquer.

Then I met the guy who is now my husband, and he proceeded to rock my world with the marvels of Korean food. Yeah, I had experienced plenty of barbecue and jjigaes (stews) by then, but one night he took me to a Korean-owned sushi joint tucked away in a tiny Oakland strip mall, and he ordered us two heaping bowls of hwae dup bap that seriously changed my life.

According to my loose understanding of the Korean language, hwae dup bap translates to raw fish over rice, and while it lacks the orchestrated beauty of Japanese chirashi, you can think of it as chirashi's untamed cousin. Everyone has their own version of this dish (my husband remembers his mom making a simple version with just sashimi and rice for church picnics), but the general equation is as follows (from the bottom up): sushi rice, greens, chopped raw fish, fish roe, and a quail egg, drizzled with sesame oil and a vinegary gochujang sauce. It's refreshing, light, but incredibly filling, and it will change the way you think about sashimi. The Japanese girl in me still enjoy a slice of toro delicately dabbed in shoyu and fresh wasabi, but my newfound Korean side absolutely melts for hwae dup bap.

I based this recipe on our spot in the East Bay which included seaweed salad to round out its from-the-sea flavor. If you have access to good quality sashimi and an Asian grocery store, then you'll have all the ingredients you need for this explosive dish.

For the recipe, read on.

Health Officials Go Undercover to Find Mercury-Laced Skin Cream

Allure — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:11:11 PST

We're happy to present this article from our friends at Allure:

California health officials are going undercover to find the distributors of smuggled Mexican skin creams containing dangerous levels of mercury. The creams are mainly skin lighteners, since mercury removes pigment. The tainted cosmetics are brought into in the country illegally and sold surreptitiously at pharmacies, shops, and swap meets. To find out more about the dangers of these surreptitiously tainted creams, just keep reading.

10 Most Beautiful Travel Adventures to Take Around the World

Emily Co — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:05:26 PST

I don't know about you, but I'm always dreaming about my next trip and I'm often scouring the web for exciting new vacation destinations. Although travel can get expensive, it definitely has its benefits. It's a great educational and cultural experience for people and it helps people learn more about the world and think outside of the box.

When you're planning your next trip, consider one of these 10 most beautiful travel spots. You might want to add them to your bucket list!

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Maldives

Famous for being the ultimate luxury-honeymoon getaway, the Maldives is made up of 1,192 islands (200 of which are inhabited) located in the Indian Ocean. It is the smallest Asian country and also the flattest country in the world. Known for its crystal-clear water and colorful and varied marine life, the Maldives is definitely a beautiful escape.

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African Safari

If you had to pick just one travel adventure, you'll be hard-pressed to find a something more exciting than the wildebeest migration. Stay in a tent, lodge, or hotel in Kenya or another African country along the migration route and watch the large herd cross the plain or battle hungry crocodiles during a river crossing.

Read on for more beautiful travel spots.

Zac Posen Dazzles With a Geisha-Inspired Style

Jaime Richards — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:52:00 PST

Zac Posen's Fall 2012 beauty look was the kind that had beauty editors everywhere talking. Incorporating Asian-inspired detailing from the collection, hair and makeup artists added Geisha-like elements for a style that was as daring as it was chic.

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Zac Posen Fall 2012

FabSugar — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:51:11 PST

Zac Posen drew influence from the Far East for Fall '12, showing off gorgeous dresses and gowns punctuated with Asian-inspired details. Specifically, it was about Chinoiserie and Japanese influences; fitted sheaths, gowns, and skirt suits were embellished with origami pleating, kimono sleeves, and obi sashes. Meanwhile, Chinese-inspired heavy silk floral patterns were used to create fitted sheath dresses and evening jackets. The main attraction of the evening was Zac's red carpet-worthy evening dresses. There were dramatic fitted mermaid gowns with seamed details and more pared down renditions, made in dove gray and light blush hues featuring intricate origami detailing on the back. The only question that remains is which red-carpet beauty will pick up one of Posen's creations for the Oscars?

Trends: Chinese and Japanese-inspired details.
Colors: Forest green, dove gray, red, black, light blush, pale yellow.
Key Piece: Satin ankle-strap sandals, jeweled clutches, rhinestone earrings, necklaces, and bracelets..
Who Would Wear It: Red-carpet beauties like Debra Messing, Anne Hathaway, and Eva Mendes.