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3 At-Home Peels For Impeccable, Glowing Skin - Buy With Our BellaSugar Exclusive Offer

BellaSugar — Wed, 02 May 2012 09:55:00 PDT

Whether you're looking to even out your complexion or just want instantly glowing skin, at-home skin peels are the way to go. Peels work by lifting dead skin cells to reveal newer, healthier skin below - and you don't need to visit a spa to get results. These three versions exfoliate to help rejuvenate and renew, combating common skin gripes like blemishes and hyperpigmentation. Check out our top picks and start the path to illuminated, flawless skin! On Kirbie: Isabel Lu.

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What We're Sweet On: Lips Like Candy (Corn)

Brittney Stephens — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 05:15:00 PDT

For all our fellow candy corn fanatics - and just in time for Halloween - comes a supersweet treat for your lips: Philosophy's I Love Candy Corn Lip Shine ($10). Joining the brand's line of Fall-flavored lip glosses like Caramel Apple, Sparkling Cranberry, and Cinnamon Buns, the sugary, sheer gloss is a must have for those with a sweet tooth.

Besides the spot-on candy corn flavor, the gloss contains a rich, natural emollient formula containing vitamin E and beeswax to soothe and soften your lips. The consistency is thick enough to hydrate without being overly goopy (because the last thing you want come Fall's windy days is hair sticking to your lips).

3 Body Scrubs That Will Slough Your Cares (and Dead Skin) Away

Brittney Stephens — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 06:00:00 PDT

With all the swimming, beaching, and short-shorts wearing that you're doing this season, what better time to indulge in a little full-body bliss? As important as it is to exfoliate your face during warm weather, you shouldn't forget about the rest of your skin; creating a smooth canvas for shaving, moisturizing, and applying bronzer is key - and it'll only make your skin look that much more amazing in all your pretty Summer ensembles. There are tons of great body buffers out there, but to see three of the best skin-smoothing scrubs, just keep reading.

3 Acne Scar-Reducing Products That Really Work

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 03:05:00 PDT

Though most people are afflicted by acne during puberty, a lucky few of us get to deal with it well into adulthood. The only thing worse than acne, however, may be acne scars. While there are several skin-lightening and hyperpigmentation products on the market, there are three standouts that provide some serious fade action. See which treatments help fade scars best when you keep reading.

Biggest Headlines of 2010: Beauty Goes Shopping

Jaime Richards — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 05:00:26 PST

In the business world, mergers and acquisitions are the norm, and this year, some pretty big beauty deals took place. Perhaps the biggest shopping spree, however, was done by none other than Coty, who acquired big-time brands like OPI and Philosophy, along with lesser-known brands Dr. Scheller Cosmetics and TJoy. And while Coty already holds the Calvin Klein fragrance license, the company recently acquired a Calvin Klein color cosmetics license, too.

Other major deals included Estée Lauder's purchase of Smashbox, Shiseido's acquisition of Bare Escentuals, and Unilever's acquirement of Alberto-Culver, the makers of brands such as Nexxus, Tresemmé, VO5, and St. Ives. L'Oréal purchased Essie, and there was even some talk of the beauty juggernaut purchasing Avon. Speaking Avon, they acquired British skincare company Liz Earle earlier this year. With Coty's growth exploding at the seams, it will be interesting to see what they, along with the other big beauty players, have planned for 2011.

12 Days of Holiday Beauty: A Partridge in a Pear Tree

Jaime Richards — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 08:00:33 PST

Traditionally, the 12 Days of Christmas begin on Dec. 25, and last until Jan. 5. That's a lot of celebrating, no? But since Christmas is just 12 days away, let's partake in a bit of preholiday revelry Bella-style. Using the classic tune "The 12 Days of Christmas" as inspiration for our anticipation, let's kick off this series off with the first day: a partridge in a pear tree:

Top off that fancy updo with Marc by Marc Jacobs Save the Birds Hairclips ($25) or the seasonally-appropriate Isn't It Pheasant Headband ($17). Get fruity (smelling) with Philosophy's Philosophy I'm Dreaming of White Pear Gel ($16) or Pre de Provence Apple Pear Soap ($7). And for a bit of glisten with a sweet finish, Love and Toast Prickly Pear Lip Balm ($17) or Kiehl's Lip Gloss in Pear Tree ($15).

You're My Angel: 6 Cheerfully Cherubic Beauty Finds

Jaime Richards — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 10:00:30 PST

Ding! Every time a bell rings, an angel gets her lipstick, er. wings. And since 'tis the season for angelic ways, let's take a look at a few cherubic beauty goods. It turns out that shades of pink and blue, along with metallic accents of silver and gold, seem to dominate the color schemes of what beauty product manufacturers seem to think these celestial beings embody. So blast Aerosmith's "Angel," and check out these discoveries below:

For your hair: Wash your locks (or body) with Philosophy's Snow Angel Gel ($16), give your style some hold with Nick Chavez's Angel Wings Light Hairspray ($22), and top off your coiffure with the delightfully sweet Giddy Giddy Angel Wing Felt Hair Clips ($16 for two).
For your body: Nostalgia Organics's Angel Kiss Peppermint Joy Soap ($8) will awaken the senses - and maybe even your spiritual side.
For your face: For a sweet touch, Boots No7's Stay Perfect Lipstick in Angel ($10) is a sweet pink accent. But every angel has its own set of problems, hence the Becca Fallen Angel eye makeup palette ($45), which includes a not-so-sinful opalescent peach highlighter, tawny peach lip and cheek crème, sheer peach gloss, and crème brush.

Oprah Gets Her Own Skin Cream, in a Way

Annie Tomlin — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 15:15:59 PST

Beauty brand Philosophy got a huge boost today, thanks to Oprah's Ultimate Favorite Things episode. In 2005, Oprah gave Philosophy's Hope in a Jar moisturizer to an audience of Hurricane Katrina volunteers. That's enough of a ringing endorsement, but on today's show, she went one step further. "It's hands down the best moisturizer I've ever used," she said. This year, Philosophy has created special packaging featuring an adorable photo of baby Oprah on the front. It's a limited-edition thing, so if you've got to have it, jump on it. Like most of Oprah's picks, it's bound to sell out.

You Can Smell Like Your Favorite Cocktail

Miriam Lacey — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 06:00:00 PST

After a long week at work, most of us welcome a good, stiff drink, but what about all those days in between, when boozing isn't exactly appropriate? Well, cosmetics and body care products may not have exactly the same effects as alcohol, but you can at least smell like your favorite adult beverage. The Malin + Goetz Mojito Soap Set ($30) will get you nice and lime-minty fresh, while Philosophy's Senorita Margarita 3-in-1 Gel ($16) is as sweet and bright as the real thing. If your taste is more the sophisticated martini type, you could spritz on Apothia Velvet Rope Eau de Parfum ($35). But if you'd rather not smell like a cocktail at all, then there's a great alternative: OPI Nail Lacquer in Paint My Moji-Toes Red ($8).

Bella's October Must Haves

BellaSugar — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:00:00 PDT

Fall is here, and that means it's time to bring out your sweaters, your cocoa, and all your new season makeup and hair goodies. October is a fun-filled month, with lots of new products launching and the excitement of Halloween building. It's the perfect chance to get experimenting. So to see what's up this month, just keep reading.