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Will You Be Watching True Beauty Tonight?

BellaSugar — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:01:56 -0800

Mix one part Top Model with another part Punk'd and you get True Beauty, a reality show debuting tonight. Grown from the fertile minds of Ashton Kutcher and Tyra Banks, the show appears to be a typical beauty competition - at least, that's what the contestants think. While they preen and brag about their looks, hidden cameras are recording their every action. Cheryl Tiegs, Nolé Marin, and Vanessa Minnillo then judge the contestants not on their appearance, but on their "inner beauty." Take a look, and let me know if you'll be checking it out tonight.

Is There a Link Between TV and Plastic Surgery?

BellaSugar — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 15:00:05 -0700

A new Yale University School of Medicine study followed 42 people through their initial consultations for plastic surgery, and found that they were more likely to watch television shows about surgical makeovers such as Dr. 90210 and Extreme Makeover:

Only 12% of those studied had never seen a cosmetic surgery show; 79% reported that television influenced their decision to pursue a cosmetic operation.

The research team also found that people who watched frequently always thought they knew more about the pros and cons of surgery. While the study doesn't find a direct causal relationship between TV viewing and the decision to get surgery, I'm going to go ahead and make this observation: I think the shows have made plastic surgery more socially acceptable, which may make people feel more comfortable with the decision to go under the knife. (Then again, there's a strong argument that these shows, with their magical transformations, imply that happiness is just a nip, tuck and snip away.) Either way, this study gives a new meaning to the phrase 'boob tube.'

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Are You Watching "Shear Genius"?

BellaSugar — Tue, 08 May 2007 04:20:43 -0700

When I first heard about Bravo's hair show, "Shear Genius," I thought it was ridiculous. But after watching a few episodes, I'm hooked on this over-the-top reality series. What about you?

Say Hello to Our New Beauty Video Channel, BellaTV!

BellaSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:00:29 -0800

If you're a fan of our daily PopSugar Rush, you'll love this news. We're so excited about the launch of BellaTV, the ultimate video channel for beauty junkies everywhere. A lineup of original shows - three fresh episodes weekly - covers the wide world of beauty, including the latest hair, makeup, skin, and nail trends, celebrity how-tos, tips and tricks, and more!

In today's show, we reveal the secrets to achieving Sienna Miller's beachy hair with the help of her stylist Daniel Erdman. Check out his easy step-by-step instructions for creating these sexy tousled waves at home. Watch now!

BellaTV: A Lucky Reader Gets a Hair Makeover

BellaSugar — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:00:54 -0700

PopSugar reader Tracy won an exclusive interview with Robert Pattinson at the NYC premiere of his new film, Remember Me. Follow along as she gets ready for her red carpet rendezvous at Sally Hershberger Downtown. Watch now!

BellaTV: How to Get Shiny Nude Nails

BellaSugar — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 06:00:11 -0800

Today's Bella Beauty Tip is stripped down to the bare essentials. BellaSugar editor Annie shows us how to get buff . . . nails, that is. Semi-NSFW, y'all.

BellaTV: How to Get the Oscars Raspberry Lip Look

BellaSugar — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:59:43 -0800

Inspired by the delicious raspberry lips seen on Maggie Gyllenhaal, Sandra Bullock, and Vera Farmiga at the 2010 Academy Awards, celebrity makeup artist Kendra Richards shows you how to get this red carpet look.

BellaTV: Get Red Carpet-Ready For the Oscars

BellaSugar — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:00:23 -0800

Halle Berry, Christina Applegate, and Reese Witherspoon all love getting ready at Hollywood hotspot Kinara Spa. Zelana goes behind the scenes to see how Academy Award nominees and presenters get ready before the big event. Watch now!

BellaTV: Freshen Up With Rose Water

BellaSugar — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:01:38 -0800

Celebrities like Evangeline Lilly use rose water to soothe skin and stay refreshed throughout the day. In this Bella Beauty Tip, Zelana covers the benefits of rose water and recommends two of her favorite sprays. Watch it now!

BellaTV: Get 5 Top Gossip Girl Beauty Looks

BellaSugar — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:59:34 -0800

In today's BellaTV, celebrity makeup artist Johny Saade breaks down the best hair and makeup moments from this season of Gossip Girl. Watch as he offers up his beauty checklist to help you channel your inner Gossip Girl!