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How to Find the Great Pumpkin

BellaSugar — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:00:19 -0700

If October were a color, it would have to be the rich, buttery orange of a pumpkin, and if it were scent, you know it would be a cool breeze wafting the aroma of pumpkin pie redolent with cinnamon and nutmeg (with whipped cream on top and a mug of caramel apple cider to drink, of course). So, for my nose (and my stomach), it's a very good thing that this month, all the swoon-worthy pumpkin beauty products roll out. I looked around the Internet for all that was cute and delicious, and I came back with a whole patch full of goodies. This year, there's everything from adorable Lush the Great Pumpkin soap to pumpkin-pudding toothpaste and pumpkin spice lip gloss. Click through and slake your craving for delicious gourdy goodness.

DIY Spa Treatment: Pumpkin Face Mask

BellaSugar — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 06:00:14 -0700

After a few weeks of warm temperatures, there's no denying it officially feels like Autumn. Yesterday I passed by one of those makeshift pumpkin patches on the city street corner and then immediately bought myself a long-sleeved turtleneck and a big bag of Brach's Harvest Mix. Now that I'm in the mood for this seasonably crisp weather and I've officially got an addiction to candy corn and other mellowcreme confections, I've got pumpkin on the brain. High in vitamins A and C and zinc, this gourd-like squash helps heal and protect the skin from free radicals, all while gently dissolving dead skin cells. The addition of egg helps bind the mask together, nourishing and lifting the skin. To get the recipe for this homemade pumpkin face mask, read more.

Channel Your Inner Cinderella with Pumpkin-Inspired Ingredients

BellaSugar — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 08:00:21 -0700

Fall arrived on Monday, and that means cooler climates and a crispness to the air. So, to get in the spirit of the changing season, all this week I'm featuring products with Autumn-inspired ingredients that are both cozy and pleasing to the senses.

I've already got you covered on the delicious and nutritious apple, let's move on to the pumpkin. Enzymes from this gourd-like plant are used to gently dissolve dead skin cells, and antioxidants help repair and nourish. Plus, when mixed with spicy ingredients, pumpkin smells rather nice - don't you think? Here are some tasty ideas:

Beauty Mark It Results: Perfect Pumpkin Products

BellaSugar — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:00:19 -0700

I'll be honest with you: I thought the last Beauty Mark It challenge was going to be a tough one. After all, how many pumpkin products can there be? So I was very happy to see how many things you found-most of which I'd never seen before! There are a ton of treats I want to try now. I thank all of you (even if my checking account does not).

Lambs found this pumpkin exfoliator by Lamas Beauty. It has a soft, spiced scent-which I'm hoping smells just like a pumpkin pie! Speaking of which, Mellie_608 found this pie-scented three-in-one gel. Yum. To check out everyone's picks, just click through this widget.

Beauty Mark It! Perfect Pumpkin Products

BellaSugar — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 15:59:50 -0700

I've gone pumpkin crazy! Yesterday, Giggle and I split some tasty pumpkin gelato. Then I went to the grocery market and saw carving pumpkins for sale. Since it's almost October, I thought it would be fun if we all shared our favorite pumpkin-based products. This Peter Thomas Roth mask uses pumpkin enzymes to brighten and refresh skin, and it's on my "need to try" list. Anything else you suggest?

You can share your suggestions by tagging your choices with the phrase "pumpkin picks." I'll feature the readers' favorites on BellaSugar next Tuesday, October 3.

To learn about Beauty Mark It Challenges and to see how to add your picks, click here. To see some of my favorite online beauty stores, read more

Saks Beauty Place
Victoria's Secret Beauty
Sephora
Drugstore.com
Fred Segal Beauty
Folica
Strawberrynet.com
Nordstrom
Bergdorf Goodman
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Is Your Lipstick Changing Color? Read This.

BellaSugar — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:01:49 -0700

Fall is the time to try out bold, dark, and deep lip tones, but sometimes the pH levels in your skin and simple oxidation can cause that fantastic bold berry hue to transform into a strange shade of orange by noon. But by using a contrasting shade to correct these unwanted changes, you can keep your lip color from turning into a pumpkin - unless of course, you are going for a lovely russet hue, which is a beautiful choice, too. Check out my color-correcting tips when you read more.

The Halloween Fun Starts Here

BellaSugar — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:00:42 -0700

Whether you already have a specific costume in mind, need some help sparking a bewitching option, or are just looking for some unique ideas, there's a little bit of something here for everyone. From seasonal nail polishes to ways to ensure that your makeup stays put, check out my Halloween roundup for tips on making this festive season all the more fun. Let the Halloween countdown begin.

BellaSugar's Halloween Polish Guide	Get Bright, Colorful Extensions	Do-It-Yourself Pumpkin Face Mask
Eight Clever (and Easy) Costume Ideas	Make Your Halloween Makeup Stay the Night	How-To: Get the Simply Irresistible Look

Beauty Mark It Reminder! Perfect Pumpkin Products

BellaSugar — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 13:32:46 -0700

Just wanted to remind everyone about this week's Beauty Mark It challenge. I thought it would be fun if we all shared our favorite pumpkin-based products. For instance, this Peter Thomas Roth mask uses pumpkin enzymes to brighten and refresh skin, and it's on my "need to try" list. Anything else you suggest?

You can share your suggestions by tagging your choices with the phrase "pumpkin picks." I'll feature the readers' favorites on BellaSugar on Tuesday, October 3.

To learn about Beauty Mark It Challenges and to see how to add your picks, click here. To see some of my favorite online beauty stores, read more

Saks Beauty Place
Victoria's Secret Beauty
Sephora
Drugstore.com
Fred Segal Beauty
Folica
Strawberrynet.com
Nordstrom
Bergdorf Goodman
Beauty.com

Patch It Up: 15 Beauty Strips and Patches to Mend Your Spirits

BellaSugar — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:02:06 -0700

If you've been reading pretty regularly these past few weeks, you'll know that September was a tough one for Bella. Now that October has arrived, to help make it all better, it's time to patch things up. October may be all about pumpkin patches, and of course there are birth control patches, the smoking cessation patch, and even that trendy pirate eyepatch look I was raving about at the beginning of April. But since I've got beauty on the brain, this post is dedicated to all things cosmetic, in patch form, of course. Here are some great facial strips and skincare patches to help clarify, smooth, hydrate, and just plain perk up anyone's day:

Nivea Visage Hautverfeinerndes Clear Up Strips by Nivea - $14.95	Mini Eyebrows Design by Parissa Laboratories - $8.99
Biore Ultra Deep Cleansing Pore Strips,Nose - $7.49	CracKare Overnight Moisturizing Patch - $9.99
Don't Bite Me Bug Patches by Don't Bite Me Patch - $5.78	Sephora Brand Power Mask - Hydrogel Face Mask - $10.00
Nair Face Wax Strips Kit - $4.99	Earth Therapeutics Hydrogel Under Eye Patches - $9.00
Face Lift WrinkleFree Eyes 20 Minute Eye Lift Patches - $39.99	Klorane Cornflower Smoothing and Relaxing Patches for Tired Eyes - $18.00
Thalgo Wrinkle Control Eye Patch Mask - $54.00	H2O Plus Sea Results Instant Power Patches - $72.00
Md Skincare Instant Beautification Eye Area Firming Patch - $72.00	Estée Lauder Perfectionist Power Correcting Patch for Deeper Eye Lines/Wrinkles - $100.00
Talika Eye Therapy Patch - $62.00

Sunday Giveaway! Philosophy Classic Cookbook

BellaSugar — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 23:30:00 -0800

Do you enjoy treats and baked goods, but hate thinking about all the extra calories? Well, thanks to our pals over at Sephora, you'll have your cake and eat it too, if you're chosen winner of this fun set.

For today, we're giving away the Philosophy Classic Cookbook, a collection of sweet-smelling shampoo, shower gel, and bubble bath trios. This unconventional cookbook collection includes fun flavors such as: Strawberry Milkshake, Red Velvet Cake, Pumpkin Pie, Senorita Margarita, Coconut Frosting, Cinnamon Buns, Double Rich Hot Cocoa, Raspberry Sorbet, Vanilla Birthday Cake, and Melon Daiquiri. It even includes real recipes, too - in case your sweet tooth needs a fix.

To enter, just take the quiz by 5 p.m. PST today, and one winner will be selected at random. Your eligibility is not based on getting the answers correct, just on taking the quiz after you are logged in. You do, however, need to be a TeamSugar member to enter. So if you're not already one, register for an account. One quiz entry per person; all repeat quizzes will be ignored. Prizes can be shipped to US destinations only. Remember: You must be logged in to TeamSugar for your entry to count. For the complete rules, click here. Good luck!

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(The Great) Pumpkin Soap - $5.95	Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Peel - $44.00
Pumpkin Soap by Nesti Dante - $9.95	Desert Essence Hand Repair Cream - $8.99
on10 Disney Pumpkin Spice Lip Balm SPF 15 - $3.50	Philosophy Lip Shine, Spicy Pumpkin - $12.00
Ulta Body Lotion - $9.00	Pumpkin Pudding #30 Toothpaste by Breath Palette - $4.95
ARCONA Pumpkin Lotion 10%, Regenerate - $35.00	June Jacobs Spa Perfect Pumpkin Peeling Enzyme Masque - $78.00
Miracle Salve by Burt's Bees - $7.00	Fusion Beauty PureFusion Energy Surge Revitalizing Foaming Cleanse - $35.00
Intelligent Nutrients Lip Delivery Nutrition - $12.00