Is Gold Worth Its Weight in Skin Care?


Updated 06/08/10 1:21 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 2 comments

Gold in Beauty Products

Gold has been a popular ingredient in high-end skin care treatments for a while now, but there's always been a good deal of controversy over its effectiveness. (It was actually named "Allergan of the Year" in 2001 by the American Contact Dermatitis Association.) People in the medical community aren't big fans of cosmetics companies' claims about gold, but many of those companies say they've Read more

Linden Leaves' 23-Karat Gold Skin Care


Updated 05/15/07 1:16 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 7 comments

Linden Leaves' 23-Karat Gold Skin Care

Last week I told you about a $300 24-carat gold facial that promises to firm and brighten skin, replenish skin cells, and reduce wrinkles. If that service is out of your price range, have no fear: I just stumbled upon a wealth of products from Linden Leaves, which offers a golden beauty option for about one-tenth the cost. Linden's luxurious Gold skincare line — including bath oils, soaps, Read more

UMO's Ultimate 24-Carat Gold Facial


Updated 05/11/07 4:00 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 12 comments

UMO's Ultimate 24-Carat Gold Facial

Yowzers! Talk about bringing on the bling. The Tokyo-based UMO Salon has just introduced the world's first-ever 24-carat gold facial — and, yes, it is being offered in the United States. For about $300 (that's 30,000 yen), you can enjoy the rejuvenating effects of precious gold on your face. Gold is a very soft metal that absorbs quickly and deeply into the skin. Why, you might ask, would you Read more

5 Tips From a Pro: How to Create a Beautiful Bronzed Glow


Updated 02/03/12 3:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Look Tan in Winter

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. When trying to create a natural, sunless tan on your body, mistakes are expected and accepted. If things go too awry, you can just opt to wear pants until the color wears off. Bronzer or self tanner: which is right for you? But a botched fake tan on your face? Completely out of the question. Here, five foolproof Read more

Angelina Jolie Strikes a Sexy Pose With Brad Pitt at Her NYC Premiere


Updated 01/26/12 8:19 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Premiere Pictures in NYC

Brad Pitt was by Angelina's side for the premiere of her directorial debut, In the Land of Blood and Honey, in NYC this evening. They've had plenty of sexy moments this year, and their latest red-carpet appearance didn't disappoint. Angelina wore a glamorous black Joseph top and Ralph Lauren skirt with gold Ofira jewelry, while Brad rocked a vest and scruffy facial hair. Brad's parents were also Read more

60 Seconds With Diane von Furstenberg


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Diane von Furstenberg on Her New Fragrance

  We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. When we sat down to interview Diane von Furstenberg about her new fragrance, Diane ($85), we were delighted that she's just as glamorous as we hoped, decked out in a pebble-pattern frock that actually mirrors the perfume bottle's design, chunky gold jewelry, nude fishnet tights and leopard platform sandals. She Read more