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What Beauty Advice Has Your Mother Given You?

BellaSugar — Sun, 10 May 2009 06:00:21 -0700

My mom is one of those ladies that everyone loves. She has a knack for letting things roll off her shoulders, and she never seems to have a bad day. Plus, when I was growing up she used to let me eat Cookie Crisp for breakfast. How cool is that?

But, beneath the sunshiny interior and weakness for a kid that just wanted her sugar fix, there's a wildly hilarious woman with a quick, sly wit. In honor of Mother's Day, I asked my mom to share with me her beauty advice. Tell me what advice your mom gave you, and find out what my bella mama had to say when you read more.

Moisturize: While my mom does it up old-school with a nightly application of Vaseline to remove makeup around her eyes and soften fine lines, I love her reasoning behind why she puts it on her lips, too. "It makes my lips kissable," she quipped. TMI on the love life, ma.
Treat yourself: "I'm all about big shiny hair. Instead of doing my color at home myself (it was always way too brassy), now I splurge and get it done at the salon," she said.
Drink your water: Mom knows best.
Smile: "Maybe the best beauty tip is to smile. It seems to draw people to me, and they smile back."

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Get Inked For Mother's Day

BellaSugar — Fri, 08 May 2009 14:00:11 -0700

There are lots of celebrities that sport ink to honor their children. Think Julia Roberts's lower-back tattoos and Angelina Jolie's upper-arm designs, which show the birthplace coordinates of each of her six youngsters. But, there are also lots of regular people who sport ink to honor their mothers. Quite frankly, nothing shows mom how much you love her like a little permanent ink, from elaborate floral detailing to the more hardcore edgy designs. So, in honor of Mother's Day, I've gathered together some tats that show just how much the following people heart their moms.

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Bella Bargain: Two-For Giftyboxes

BellaSugar — Wed, 06 May 2009 08:00:28 -0700

I've mentioned Giftybox before, but if you're new to the concept, here's the scoop: you buy a Giftybox, which lets you choose from more than 200 spa and wellness treatments (facials, massages, life coaching, and so on) at the venue of your choice. Participating locations are in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Philadelphia, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington DC - so if you're near a major metropolitan area, you're set.

It's already a fun idea, but until May 10, when you buy one spa Giftybox, you'll get a second one for free. Do the math - that's two spa visits for $89, which means that you and your mom can each have a girly adventure for the price of one. Buy online and use the code MOMSDAY2009 to get the freebie. Good times.

20 Mother's Day Gifts For $20 or Less

BellaSugar — Wed, 06 May 2009 07:00:49 -0700

The recession doesn't mean you have to sacrifice style - especially not when it comes to giving gifts to your mom. (Besides, you know you'll never hear the end of it if you seem cheap. Or is that just my mother? Moving on . . .) Fortunately, you don't have to spend much to give Mom a chance to pamper herself. Combine your gift with a heartfelt card and you're good to go!

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May Must Haves

BellaSugar — Fri, 01 May 2009 13:59:18 -0700

You know what April showers bring, and for the start of this month, I've gathered together some great beauty products to make these next 31 days all the more festive. With Mother's Day, Cinco De Mayo, and Memorial Day on the way, it's time to think open-toed sandals, brighter makeup palettes, and of course, things wouldn't be the same without some May flowers in the mix.
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What's the Best Beauty Advice Your Mom Gave You?

BellaSugar — Sun, 11 May 2008 06:04:37 -0700

My mom has shared her wisdom throughout the years, and when I've been smart, I've paid attention. Beauty-wise, one of the best things she's done for me - aside from sharing her genes, of course - is keeping me out of the sun. When I was a girl, she encouraged me to climb trees, swim, ride my bike, and do all of the things little kids do. But she hardly ever let me go outside without wearing sunblock, even when I pouted because I couldn't tan.

Turns out that Mom knew best, since we now know that wearing sunblock prevents skin cancer and signs of aging. So when people say I look younger than my age, I credit my mom. So in honor of Mother's Day, what's the best beauty advice your mom shared with you?

BellaSugar's Guide to Mother's Day Beauty Gifts

BellaSugar — Sat, 10 May 2008 10:00:07 -0700

Hopefully you've found my Mother's Day gift guide inspiring. I've chosen a variety of bath and beauty products to suit all different types of moms and gathered them below in a six-post roundup. Keep in mind that a gift certificate to a spa or even a hair treatment at a salon will make your mother, aunt, sister, mother-in-law, grandmother, partner, or friend feel pampered and special.

There's a reason why people say motherhood is the toughest job in the world. It takes unrelenting patience, sacrifice and selflessness - and all most moms really want is to feel appreciated. So whatever you select, be sure to choose it with love.

Mother's Day Gift Guide, Part V: The Glam Gram

BellaSugar — Fri, 09 May 2008 15:17:08 -0700

If you're lucky enough to have a grandmother around this Mother's Day, don't forget to spoil her. Below you'll find a mix of traditional and hip (don't worry, I haven't picked anything too outrageous) beauty products to help make the matriarch of your family all the more gorgeous.

The two of you can sip tea or champagne, depending on just how saucy she is, and talk beauty - now that's quality bonding.

Mother's Day Gift Guide, Part IV: The Busy Mom

BellaSugar — Fri, 09 May 2008 09:00:42 -0700

If your mom is the ultimate multi-tasker, it's probably because she's got 101 things to juggle. Appropriate beauty gifts for busy moms are ones that help her primp and relax more efficiently.

Take this new Kiehl's Limited-Edition Gardenia Hand and Body Lotion ($19.50), for example. It has an incredibly feminine, floral and powerful scent making it both a body lotion and a daytime fragrance. Anything you can do to help mom cut out a step is sure to be appreciated.

Mother's Day Gift Guide, Part III: The Hip Mom

BellaSugar — Thu, 08 May 2008 11:00:11 -0700

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.