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Thanksgiving Beauty Treats

BellaSugar — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 13:00:36 -0800

Thanksgiving is practically here, and smells of stuffing, cranberry sauce, yams, and pumpkin pie are sure to fill your home with warmth and comfort! Here are a few great beauty products that re-create some of these festive aromas. Also, if Thanksgiving isn't at your place, these items make great gifts for the host or hostess - so have a happy turkey day!

Philosophy Cranberry Shower Gel ($20) is a tangy three-in-one bath and body product. It's a shampoo, shower gel, and bubble bath with a gentle formula that is safe for everyday use. The cranberry aroma is great for helping calm and relax the mind and body after the craziness of the holidays.

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Pilgrim Ducky Soap ($3.50) is a an adorable and quirky way to celebrate the harvest season! It is made from glycerin and is hypoallergenic, noncomedogenic, and gentle enough even for a baby's skin.

For a limited time, it is available in a ginger-orange scent, but it can be made fragrance-free if you prefer.

Healthy Sexy Hair Pumpkin Rehydrating Shampoo ($11.99) is a moisturizing, nourishing, and energizing cleanser for your hair and scalp. Since it's packed with pumpkin enzymes, it also helps promote circulation, adds shine, and protects your hair against free-radical damage.

In addition, it contains pumpkin fatty acids, panthenol, beta carotene, aloe, wheat-germ oil, and vitamins A, C, and E. It is safe for all hair types and is safe and gentle enough for everyday use.

Get Ashley Greene's New Moon Premiere Hairstyle!

BellaSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:00:51 -0800

In the run-up to last night's New Moon premiere, I spoke with Ashley Greene's stylist, Ted Gibson, about how he creates her hairstyles. "It takes over an hour to create her sexy, voluminous hair," he dished. Want to find out more about how he created her look, what it's like working with her extensions, and what he does to keep her hair healthy? Then just read on.

Bella Bargain: 40 Bucks Lets You Play It Safe(r) in the Sun

BellaSugar — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:00:14 -0700

Little secret: I love the beach. That's not to say I'm soaking up the rays for hours each day with no sunscreen. (You know me better than that.) Just because the weather's heating up, that doesn't mean you need to hole up at home, and Allure has a new set to help us play it safe(r) in the sun. Just $40 gets you a bundle of full-sized products for glowing, sun-shielded skin.

Some of the items included in Allure's Beauty Box of tricks are Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Fix, Aveeno Continuous Protection Sunblock Lotion with SPF 70, Jane Iredale Facial Blotting Papers, Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm, Healthy Sexy Hair Soy Tri Wheat Leave-in Conditioner, and Arbonne No Sun Intended Bronzing Powder.

As if you needed another reason, five bucks of your purchase will go toward The Skin Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit devoted to the prevention, detection, and treatment of skin cancer. Act fast, though - this $150 value is good only while supplies last!

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It's Playboy-Inspired Sexytime at Miss Sixty

BellaSugar — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:00:35 -0700

"Miss Sixty is always very sexy," stylist Andy Bodine said before models hit the catwalk with big, bouncy, voluminous hair. "It’s a combination of smooth, shiny, polished hair that looks healthy, but also has some kinks in it."

Some of the length was due to extensions, but creating the look at home is surprisingly do-able. After running ghd Maximise Mousse through hair to create lift and hold, dry hair while using a round brush at the roots to create volume and height. Create crimps by gathering hair into loops, then setting it with a styling iron. "The [ghd iv] styler creates crimps and bends," Bodine told me. "It’s a great way to use your styling iron."

Speaking of sexy, let's chat about the makeup. "The look was inspired by Playboy in the late '60s and early '70s - when it was cool," said makeup artist Romy Soleimani. "It’s a rounded smoky eye with black liner and black pigment." Don't go for the cat-eye with this one; instead, think soft and curved. Kind of like a pin-up model, huh?

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Give (Wo)man's Best Friend a Lil' Something Sexy

BellaSugar — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 08:34:44 -0800

Renée Ryan, owner of Sexy Beast is what you might call "a dog person." After a day of shopping for her pooch Austin, she realized that there were no everyday maintenance products out on the market for pooches. She saw tons of shampoos, conditioners and bath products, but no styling systems to achieve the same quality of a professional groom.

Given her background in marketing fragrance and beauty products for big name companies, she decided to come up with her own line of grooming products available to folks right at home. Sexy beast brings beauty to the pet market! And with the Westminster Dog Show under way, where the creme de la creme canines are perfectly coiffed, this product launch has perfect timing.

It is a three step process that results in a glossy, deodorized, healthy and delicious smelling coat. There is also a fresh smelling perfume for dogs as part of the line. Sexy Beast is the only canine collection that is 100% Vegan and Hypo-allergenic. For those of you who are looking to pamper your pets this Valentine's Day, this is the perfect way to show your love and appreciation for (wo)man's best friend.

To read about the Sexy Beast process and each of the products, read more

Step One: Sexy Beast Fresh, $26, is a botanical water infused cleanser formulated to deodorize, protect and condition your dog's coat. It also helps to neutralize odors, condition the skin and regulate oil production. Spray it liberally onto your dog's dry coat, brush through and towel dry for healthy and lightly fragranced hair!
Step Two: Sexy Beast Signature Powder, $26, is a botanical powder with a subtle shimmer intended to add body to your dog’s coat. It will also absorb the excess oils in your dog's hair, soak up residue and act as an insect repellent. The powder is available in three shades: light, medium or dark. Simply shake the powder on your dog's dry coat and brush thoroughly.
Step Three: Sexy Beast Gloss, $28, is a laminating mist intended to restore luster and shine to your dog’s coat. It hydrates, conditions, deodorizes and makes dull thirsty hair look shiny and revitalized. It has a light fragrance in it to make grooming visits less frequent too. All you have to do is spray it onto your dog's dry coat and brush to a polish.
Sexy Beast Parfum is a deliciously refreshing blend of bergamot, vanilla-infused musk, natural patchouli, mandarin and nutmeg oils. It has a woodsy, hearty scent to it that would not bother or irritate either you or the dog since it contains a low alcohol fragrance content. It is also hypoallergenic and did I mention the adorable bottle is shaped like a dog bone? You can buy this parfum in two sizes: 3.4 oz for $65 and 1.7 oz for $50. ARPH!

Eva Mendes Speaks Her Naked Truth in an Exclusive Q&A!

BellaSugar — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 07:00:20 -0700

Get ready to see a lot of Eva Mendes this year. The 34-year-old actress is in The Women, and in a couple of months, she'll star in The Spirit. And of course, she's baring all in a banned ad for Calvin Klein's latest scent, Secret Obsession. In an exclusive Q&A, Eva answers the questions you submitted - although she's being coy about what her own secret obsession is.

Eva, what's your secret obsession?
We all have secret obsessions. I don’t care who you are, where you come from, how old you are, how discreet you are and how shy you may be - we all have secret obsessions. I have many secret obsessions. Trust me, I’ve got plenty - but I'm not telling.

To find out how she prepared for her naked photo shoot, plus her secret to healthy skin, read more.

What did you do to prepare for the Secret Obsession shoot?
Before the Secret Obsession shoot I was a little nervous, and I hope that I will always get nervous about new adventures and projects because they are exciting. When I got to set, I realized that it was just a bed. That’s it - it’s just a bed, I can do this. I am really good at rolling around in bed and I feel sexiest when my hair is crazy and relaxed and I can just roll around. I had a great time preparing for the Secret Obsession campaign because the only way to prepare was to get a lot of sleep. I had to be open and feeling good about my body and myself by eating healthy and working out to be physically prepared. This way, once I got to set I could just be emotionally there.

Besides fragrance, what's your favorite beauty obsession?
100 percent cocoa butter and plenty of Penta water. For me, the key to beauty is exfoliating regularly, moisturizing, and drinking a lot of water. If I don’t get my water, I feel it and my skin feels it.

What is your typical morning beauty routine?
My daytime look is always really natural. I like to keep my hair in its natural wave and the only makeup I wear is my True mineral powder, which does wonders for my skin. Of course I like to look beautiful and stylish, but I don't obsess over it.

What would you say is the one beauty routine you never forget to do?
I always have to have eyes on. Even if I’m running out of the house, I need a smudge.

What are some of your favorite products to help create the ultimate smoky eye?
I like Laura Mercier, Nars, and True all-natural products.

What does being part of a Calvin Klein campaign mean to you?
I have been a fan of Calvin Klein since I was a little girl. To me, Calvin Klein has always represented sexiness, a freedom to express yourself and to be different, and let your uniqueness come through. That is extremely important for all of us; it was important for me because I was very awkward with myself during my teen years. I always felt that I didn’t fit in physically or emotionally. It wasn’t until years later that I realized all of the things that I wanted to change about myself when I was younger, I am thankful for now. It would be so satisfying for me, to be part of a campaign where I would inspire women and girls and show them that it's OK to be different, it's OK to be controversial, it's just OK to be yourself.

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Get Sexy Beach Hair in the City, Part II

BellaSugar — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 07:11:22 -0700

Welcome to part two of Sexy Beach Hair in the City. You all seemed to have enjoyed the first installment so much, I thought that I'd bring you more! Here are three more fab hair products that can help create the sexy tousled waves that happen naturally at the beach. Please let me know what you think of them!

Alterna Hemp Sculpting Putty, $18, is a tad bit unconventional because it's not a spray, but I am telling you - this is the perfect product for a beachy, messy, texturized look. It adds shine while giving hair a pliable, piecey look. It also sculpts, molds and spikes if you are looking for something that you can use on many other looks too.

Made with powerful hemp seed oil, it's rich in proteins to really help restore your hair’s strength and moisture from the inside out. Just apply to wet or dry hair and style without the need of heat.

To find a salon nearby that sells this product, go to Alterna.com and type in your zip code. Enjoy!

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Fekkai Summer Hair Beach Waves, $20, is a heat-activated spritz that helps create summer beachy looking waves. It also provides a UV shield to your hair and has a conditioning agent in it to keep it feeling soft and healthy.

Spray on dry or damp hair and then shape your waves by scrunching. Thanks for the suggestion quietriott!

Wella Liquid Hair Body Surf Beach Hair Styler, $16, is a non-aerosol spray that helps to add volume, body and a salty- texture to fine/normal hair. Work into dry or damp hair and then mold into waves using your fingers.

How-To: Job Interview Hair and Makeup

BellaSugar — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:00:06 -0800

If you're pounding the pavement in search of a better job, it's only a matter of time before you're called in for a job interview. Savvy has tons of practical tips for acing yours, but when it comes to looking appropriate for the occasion, I've got you covered.

Overall, the key is to understand the importance of first impressions. Your goal should be to convey your competence, neatness, and attention to detail - and all of those things can be communicated by your appearance. More importantly, when you feel confident about your appearance, you'll be able to focus on presenting your qualifications and experience. So for some practical tips that you can use before your next job interview, read more.

Hair: Keep it simple

Wash and dry your hair the night before the interview. By getting that out of the way, you'll save time the day of the big event.
If your hair is long, consider pulling it back in a ponytail. This way, you won't be tempted to absentmindedly fiddle with it.
Even if you don't use hair spray every day, a light dusting of it will keep flyaways at bay.
Don't wear a hat as part of your ensemble. If you need a hat to keep yourself warm, remove it before entering the building, and peek into a mirror to remove any traces of hat head.
Skip the flashy hair accessories.
Keep your hair out of your face at all costs. Long bangs falling into your eyes are sexy for a date, but they won't project a professional image. If you need to get them out of your face, using a simple barrette or bobby pin is a fine solution.

Makeup: Less is more

Give yourself extra time. If you take five minutes to get ready in the morning, allow yourself 15. Trust me, weird things pop up, so it's better to build in some wiggle room.
For your face, you probably won't need much more than concealer and loose powder. If you have blemishes or uneven skin tone, by all means, use a foundation! But if you don't need much coverage, just skip it.
The night before your interview, exfoliate chapped lips by scrubbing them with a warm, wet washcloth. Follow with a generous coating of lip balm. Before the interview, use a sheer lipstick to give lips a hint of color. I am a huge fan of Nars Dolce Vita, which flatters a range of skin tones.
Wear lipstick, not lip gloss. Gloss is too shiny and youthful for a formal occasion like an interview.
Use eye shadows in neutral shades such as tan, brown, and cream. A little bit of shimmer is fine, but stay away from adding a lot of shine to your eyelids.
Mascara and a thin line of smudged pencil eyeliner are really all you need. Skip the liquid liner, even if you can apply it like a pro.
Well-groomed brows show that you pay attention to details. Tweeze any stray hairs that threaten to give you a Bert-like monobrow, and if you have brow gel, use it to set your brows in place. (A tiny bit of hair gel, diluted with water, can do the same thing.)
Applying a little bit of blush makes everyone look healthier. Use this rather than bronzer for a natural-looking, healthy glow.

Fragrance: One easy-to-remember guideline

Don't wear any. "Oh, but I love my signature scent," you might be saying. Yes, and it probably smells lovely, but what if your interviewer has an allergy? Or it turns out to be the one scent she thinks is absolute poo? Skip it.

Nails: A few tips, har har

Unless you have naturally clean, even, hangnail-free nails, get a manicure.
It doesn't matter whether your nails are long or short, but they should be neatly filed.
A neutral nail is fool-proof, so look for barely-there beige and pink polishes. Classic red can work, too, but use your judgment: It'll probably fit in at an ad agency, but not at a conservative law firm. I would not recommend a French manicure; some people think they're classy, but others think they're corny, so just go with a single color.

Finally, SMILE. All of the primping and grooming doesn't mean a thing if you aren't excited to be there. Good luck!

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Models of the Week: Kelly and Sabrina Aldridge

BellaSugar — Wed, 09 May 2007 08:30:45 -0700

Welcome back to Model of the Week. Today, you get a double dose of Bella beauties: Kelly and Sabrina Aldridge, a pair of 22-year-old twins from Tampa with blond hair and brown eyes.

Ever since they were young, the twins were pursued by modeling agencies and talent scouts, but it wasn't until they were 18 that they headed to Miami to model. After one meeting at the Irene Marie agency, they were signed!

You may recognize them from the MTV reality show, 8th & Ocean, as well as from their recent Acuvue, Differin, and Laundry by Shelli Segal ad campaigns. They also appeared in the 2006 movie Deck The Halls.

Kelly and Sabrina have a competitive nature about them, but they are also the best of friends and have an unconditional sense of love and support for each other.

Read what they had to say about fashion to Fab, and check out their thoughts on beauty and a great gallery of photos when you read more

BELLA: What is your secret to beautiful skin and hair?

KA: For skin, I use Cetaphil for a gentle cleanse, then I use Differin at night. Also, I keep my face shaded with a hat when I’m in the sun. I wash my hair every other day, and I deep condition once a week to keep my hair healthy, since its so hard to keep healthy ends when you have long hair.

SA: For hair, I don't over-wash - only 3 times per week. I use Redken Blonde Glam and everything Redken. I also use Big Sexy Hair to add volume to the roots, and I never brush it after the shower. My hair gets extremely knotty, and it works better for me to clip it up in a bun an let it naturally air dry. Afterwards my hair has much more body and wave to it.

BELLA: What is the one product that you can't live without?

KA: Maybelline Great Lash Mascara. Who doesn’t use it? I hear that a tube sells every six seconds in the U.S.

SA: My curling iron.

BELLA: What is your guilty pleasure?

KA: Mint chocolate chip ice cream

SA: Fettuccine Alfredo

BELLA: What are your favorite drugstore products?

KA: I like Hallmark Cards and L'Oreal True Match Foundation in W4.

SA: Advil, Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and Neutrogena Triple Moisture Conditioning Treatment.

BELLA: Happiness is...

KA: Spending time with friends and family. I’ve had some of my happiest memories with my sister, Sabrina. Traveling also makes me extremely happy!

SA: Being around the special people in my life and traveling the world.

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Model of the Week: Karolina Kurkova

BellaSugar — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 12:21:22 -0800

Welcome to the fifth installment of Model of the Week. I've written a five question interview that I have conducted with several models to share with you. The questions are both fun and beauty related and will always stay the same. To see the rest of the Model of the Week posts click here.

Here's a little history about Karolina Kurkova. She was born on February 28, 1984 in Decín, Czech Republic. She was discovered when an admiring friend sent some pictures of her to a modeling agency in Prague. She immediately booked a runway show, a commercial, an ad campaign and then traveled to Milan to explore the international world of fashion.

It was in Milan where she met Miuccia Prada who signed her to a Prada contract at the tender age of 15. She then met Vogue editors in NY, where she now lives.

Karolina has signed deals with: Yves Saint Laurent, Victoria's Secret, Tommy, Valentino, Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta and Balenciaga.

She is one of the most renowned models in the world. In 2001, she graced the cover of Vogue and in 2002 she was granted the "Model of the Year" title at the 2002 VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards.

She is quite accustomed to fame though. Her Dad is Josef Kurka - a former star basketball player. There is a reason this beauty has become a shining star. She is sweet, down to earth, driven and extremely articulate. Best of luck to you Karolina!

To read the interview that was conducted at Victoria's Secret in NY on her birthday, read more

BELLA: What is your secret to beautiful skin and hair?
KK: I have a steam shower in my apartment, so I steam my face everyday. For my hair, I swear by Victoria's Secret So Sexy Nourishing Shampoo for Dry/Damaged Hair, $9.50, and Victoria's Secret So Sexy Nourishing Conditioner for Dry/Damaged hair, $9.50. It smells so good and it gives my thin hair a lot of volume.

BELLA: What is the one product you can't live without?
KK: Victoria's Secret Very Sexy Makeup - Perfect Lipstick in Whisper, $12. It's a pinkish brown color - I love it.

BELLA: What is your guilty pleasure?
KK: Sweets. I really like chocolate and One Lucky Duck RAW Ice Cream in chocolate, strawberry or vanilla. It's dairy free, made from cashews and coconut meat - so it doesn't upset my stomach and it tastes delicious.

BELLA: What is your favorite drugstore product?
KK: Zip lock bags. If I don't have them in my house, I go nuts. I like to be organized and those zip locks really keep me organized; especially when I travel. I keep my makeup, jewelry, lingerie...everything in them!

BELLA: Happiness is...
KK: Being healthy, being alive! I feel really lucky to have family and friends - so it makes me happy to spend my time with them.

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