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Bellissima! TePe Tongue Detox

BellaSugar — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 10:00:00 -0800

This new Tongue Detox Device from Tepe ($9.18) is all the rage in Europe and l've finally been able to find an online retailer that will ship it to America. When I first read about it, it reminded me a lot of the Breath Rx anti-bacterial tongue spray and tongue scraper, and as I researched it more and more, I came upon a dozen or so tongue devices created to kill bacteria and scrape away the white scummy film that causes bacteria build-up and bad breath.

Who knew this was such a diverse market? Apparently, tongue cleaning devices have been around for centuries. They help control plaque, bad breath and unwanted bacteria that can cause tooth decay and mouth and throat infections.

Tongue Detox stands apart from the crowd for several reasons. Not only is it double-sided, dishwasher safe and coated with mint to help with fresh breath, but it also comes in four bright colors, it is made from recyclable plastic, and has a slim design to help avoid the dreaded gag reflex.

Sounds to me like they've thought of everything. Are you even aware of the smell of your breath? To find out if Tongue Detox is something you should consider, lick the back of your hand, wait a few seconds and then smell your hand. If you sense any kind of an unpleasant odor, chances are you have bad breath.

Bellissima! Breath RX Daily Tongue Care Kit

BellaSugar — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 13:57:45 -0700

Bad breath happens to be something of a sticking point for me. I know it's terrible, but if I am talking to someone who has it, I can't seem to concentrate at all. From the moment I realize it all I can think of is how to get out of the conversation. It immediately makes me thing of germs and poor hygiene.

I know what you're thinking: relax, girl. Sixty million Americans suffer from bad breath and, really, it can happen to anyone. Bad breath is caused by a buildup of bacteria that gets caught in your tongue.

When I discovered this Daily Tongue Care Kit from Breath RX ($9.99) I thought I had found gold. They should really start passing this stuff out in schools at a young age so that people get into the habit of buying it as commonly as they buy toilet paper, tampons and Q-tips!

The kit includes an anti-bacterial tongue spray and two tongue scrapers. These tongue scrapers are gentle, flexible and have a gag-proof slim structure. The spray kills bacteria on contact and helps combat bad breath. Hallelujah!

Three Lip Balms For Mistletoe Moments

BellaSugar — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 09:01:08 -0800

In case you've imbibed in one too many of Grandma's rum balls or eggnog and you get caught under the mistletoe, here are some fun lip balms that will make any makeout session all the more interesting. One thing's for sure: The person on the receiving end will get something more than just a boozy smooch.

Count down the 12 days of Christmas with this cute set. Not Soap, Radio's 12 Days of Christmas Lip-Stravanganza ($24.00) is packaged up in a FAA-approved bag with two each of following: brown sugar lip scrub, day and light lip treatment, matte gloss, clear gloss, hazelnut cocoa butter lip balm, breath mint lip balm. Yum. (If you celebrate Hanukkah, check out the 8 Days of Luscious Lips set ($18).
The classic Tchaikovsky ballet inspired this environmentally friendly trio. Anti-body's Nutcracker Sweet Collectible Lip Balm Set ($7.95) includes: Strawberry (Clara), Chocolate Hazelnut (Nutcracker), and Plum (Sugar Plum Fairy). Better yet? The do-good company helps create sustainable jobs for workers in developing countries.
I've been rather impressed with Wet N Wild these days and these little lip cuties are no exception. Packed with peppermint oil (hello, fresh breath), Wet N Wild Mint Infusions Lip Tint SPF 15 ($5.99) provide a cooling sensation with a hint of color, and come available in Crystal Mint, Cherry Mint, and Berry Mint.

New From Crest: Nature's Expressions Toothpaste

BellaSugar — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 16:21:22 -0700

If you are looking for a new way to make your teeth look even more beautiful, you might be interested in Crest's New Natures Expressions Toothpaste, $2.99. It will be available in stores this April in three exciting flavors: Pure Peppermint Fresh, Citrus Clean Mint and Mint and Green Tea Extract.

These toothpastes are bursting with flavor! People believe that energizing properties add special touches to their day to make them more beautiful. These toothpastes make you feel energized, invigorated and refreshed. The concept behind this new line is that women are moving toward products that are all natural but they feel conflicted leaving their loyal brands they grew up with.

Crest is expanding so you can continue to be brand loyal to a company that's been creating toothpaste for 50 + years. They have natural flavors and are minimally processed (it won't alter their molecular make-up).

Its unique formula balances health and beauty benefits that, with regular brushing: fights cavities and tartar buildup, removes plaque, helps freshen breath and helps whiten teeth.

To read more about why peppermint, citrus and mint and green tea flavors were chosen, read more

Pure Peppermint Fresh features the highest quality peppermint harvested primarily from the Pacific Northwest. It also uses natural peppermint oil due to its richness and quality. Peppermint was chosen because it provides lasting fresh breath.
Citrus Clean Mint contains a main note of lemon which is primarily harvested from Italy and China. It also contains high quality lemon oil which is derived from cold pressing the peel (zest) of the lemon. Lemon and mint were chosen because they provide a fresh and clean sensation.
Mint and Green Tea Extract contains natural green tea extract which is harvested primarily from China. This flavor was chosen because it has long been a popular flavor in Asia and has quickly gained popularity domestically as more consumers discover its subtle, fresh flavor and powerful health benefits.

How-To: Sarah Michelle Gellar's Hair-With-a-Twist

BellaSugar — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 16:47:16 -0800

When you all went wild for that gorgeous hair seen on Sarah Michelle Gellar at The Air I Breathe premiere, I got in touch with Mara Roszak, the stylist who created the look for Sarah. Mara, who has been styling celebrities since she was 17, has worked with other famous women including Halle Berry and Elisha Cuthbert. She predicts that "fresh skin, and fresh natural textured hair with pops of color" will be hot for Spring.

For Sarah Michelle Gellar, Mara was going for a bohemian look, inspired by Sarah's stunning turquoise gown.

To learn how you can recreate this look at home, read more.

STEP 1: Spray clean, wet hair with a texturizing styling spray. Mara used Bumble and bumble Surf Spray.
STEP 2: Blow-dry hair gently and loosely, encouraging any natural curl or wave to form. No need for a pin-straight blowout for this look.
STEP 3: Part hair on the side and start twisting in the direction away from your face. Start at the top front of the head and add more hair from each side of the existing hair as you twist back, until all the hair in front of your ear is pulled back. Connect the twists in the back of the head, and then the remaining hair can be pulled up into a messy twisted bun.
STEP 4: Finish off the look with a light hold hairspray. Mara used Renee Furterer hair spray to set Sarah's hair.

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Saturday Giveaway! Smashbox Function Self Adjusting Powder Foundation in Medium

BellaSugar — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 23:30:47 -0700

Want to stay up on the latest looks? You're in luck: We're pairing with our friends from Sephora to bring you tips, tricks, trends and a giveaway every day!

Today's trend is the supernatural French face. And while you may not be able to breathe in the fresh French air without hopping a plane, you can let your skin breathe with a foundation like Smashbox Function Self-Adjusting Powder Foundation. This new formula contains vitamins A, C, B5, and E, soybean extract to reduce redness, and all-natural corn extract that renews the appearance of skin.

To enter today's giveaway, leave a comment in the comments section below by 5 p.m. PDT / 8 p.m. EDT Saturday, August 11, and we'll announce the winner on Monday. Please, only ONE comment per person; duplicate comments will be discarded, so commenting more than once won't up your chances of winning. You must be a TeamSugar member to comment, so if you're not a member, please register here for an account. For all of the rules and regulations, click here. Congratulations to rb24, who won yesterday's giveaway for a ghd Paddle Brush!

Clarins Gets Fizzy For Spring

BellaSugar — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 11:00:28 -0800

Clarins is usually known as a skin care brand, but that could change with the introduction of this Spring 2008 Colour Fizz collection. Full of pastels with punch and just an overall feeling of energy, this collection is a breath of bright and fresh air. To create this look that you see in the picture, four new shades of eyeshadow as well as the new eyeliner and Double Fix Mascara were used.

Other pre-existing items such as Wonder Length Mascara, Gloss Appeal in Lilac, EyeLiner Pencil in Copper and Brown, 'Instant Light' Complexion Perfector and Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch Eye Cream were also used. That's why you'll see them paired with this collection on the website and at makeup counters, but these aren't brand new products.

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For more details about the new products in the collection, read more

Four new shades of Single Eye Shadows ($20) have been released in Sunny Yellow, Sweet Melon, Sweet Lilac and Gold Leaf.
This new liquid Eyeliner in Chocolate Brown ($24) is a makeup pen that allows for easy and precise application.
Clarins 'Double Fix' Mascara ($19) is a clear gel that is kind of like a shellac for your mascara. It hold in in place and can also double as an eyebrow gel.

Flower Power Makeup Part II: Lips

BellaSugar — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 09:50:22 -0700

Welcome to Part II of Flower Power Makeup. This installment features floral inspired lip glosses. Spring is here and that means all things flowery. These three glosses are a bit cheeky but they make for great gifts with their bright colors and springtime cheer. Enjoy!

Fresh Gloss Absolute, $24, is a gloss with a sweet citrucy smell and taste that helps to keep your lips hydrated! It is made with pomegranate extract to plump and vitamin E to soothe. Available in: Rose Parfait (sheer red), Bellini (light, shimmery pink) and Dahlia (sparkly peachy/apricot color). This is a Fab favorite - she just adores the packaging and texture of this gloss!

For two more flower power lip glosses, read more

Claire's Flower Lip Gloss, $5.50, is a clear plastic set of 18 sparkly and super sheer lip glosses that are shaped in the form of a flower. Each gloss snaps open and the stem even holds a clear gloss as well as a mini lip brush. This is too cute!

Tropez Lip Gloss in Baby's Breath, $2, is a potted lip gloss that won't break the bank and is available in six different and fresh shades - all of which have cute, floral names.

Bellissima! Giovanni Biodegradable Organic Towelettes

BellaSugar — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:00:29 -0700

Just in the nick of time for the end-of-summer heat waves are the new all-natural Giovanni Cosmetics Biodegradable Organic Towelettes ($11.95) These little wipes come in handy during the oddest of times. For example, have you ever driven to an interview and had a nasty garlic smell on your hands? Or how about when your feet won't stop sweating and you need a quick fix to dry them off and keep them cool? I swear, once you try the wipes, you'll wonder how you ever survived without them!

Not only are they sanitizing, but they also kill unwanted odors and they hydrate your face and body for optimum refreshment.

They come folded in a tiny square and are packaged in a rice paper pouch containing 20 wipes. Just unfold the square which has been soaked in a spa scented solution, take a deep breath and rejoice!

Although Giovanni products aren't sold online, they are available at select chain drug and natural product stores nationwide in three botanical fragrances:

Lavender Calm: a calming and cleansing effect.

Grapefruit Splash: a fun, fresh, citrus feeling.

Peppermint Surge: a minty tingling sensation.

And because they're organic and biodegradable, you'll be an eco-savvy shopper to boot!

Wednesday Giveaway! GoSMILE Greater Than Rinse

BellaSugar — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 23:30:00 -0700

Ever wonder what happens backstage? The Sephora Pro Beauty Team dishes on their fashion show must-haves!

Gilbert Soliz of Sephora Glendale Galleria loves GoSMILE Greater Than Rinse, the first-ever mouthwash from the tooth-whitening masterminds. "Backstage, you should look good from the inside out," he explains. "With this good-for-you mouthwash, you'll have fresh breath, a healthy mouth and a runway-ready smile!"

To enter today's giveaway, leave a comment in the comments section below by 5 p.m. PDT / 8 p.m. EDT Wednesday, August 22, and we'll announce the winner tomorrow. Please, only ONE comment per person; duplicate comments will be discarded, so commenting more than once won't up your chances of winning. You must be a TeamSugar member to comment, so if you're not a member, please register here for an account. For all of the rules and regulations, click here. Congratulations to Karla Sugar, who won yesterday's giveaway for DuWop Payoff Eyeshadow Intensifier!