Maria Shriver Stands Tall And Lets Her Incredible Hair Do The Talking

Maria Shriver has always carried herself with dignity and grace. And once again, showed that tough-as-nails Kennedy spirit when she appeared on Oprah Winfrey's farewell show in Chicago on Tuesday. That's the same day it was revealed that her husband, Arnold Schwarzenegger, had fathered a secret child more than 10 years ago with a member of their household staff.

Not an easy week for Maria, the mother of two daughters and two sons.

But on a totally different note, we will say, that we are obsessed with Maria Shriver's stunning locks. And while the going gets tough, Maria has stood tall, through it all, and her hair has certainly stood the test of time.

It's obvious that the talented author, news journalist and speaker, has naturally curly hair. Check out the photos. On May 10th, Maria is wearing her sun-kissed light brunette hair sleek with some waves. And on Tuesday at Oprah's star-studded farewell taping,the 55-year-old beauty is rocking some big, wild curls.

Yes.....incredible hair at 55. Full. Shiny, and with a healthy bounce.

What are Maria Shriver's best hair tips?!

Wish we knew. We are surprised, after all these years of seeing this talented woman, that no one ever asked her, what styling products she uses on her hair. Trust us, there is no shame in asking a famous person how they maintain their beautiful hair, skin, figure, etc.

Meantime, here are some healthy hair tips by celebrity stylist Ted Gibson:

1. Don't shampoo more than 3 times a week. Washing too much strips your hair of natural oils.

2. Overnight treatments replenish your mane while you sleep. Apply product to roots, work it through to the ends, and rinse in the morning.

3. If you want to grow your hair, try taking a supplement called Biotin. I've told a lot of actresses to use this B Vitamin.

Scarves Look Chic In Spring/Summer: Jessica Alba Fave Trend

A scarf in spring/summer?! Are you crazy?

No, we're not. And we love this timeless, chic trend. Just look at Jessica Alba. She must own at least 2 dozen scarves and shawls. Whenever the celebrity beauty hits the streets, she's almost always seen wrapped in one. And Jessica looks gorgeous.

We're not talking about wearing a heavy, woolen scarf/shawl in the dog days of summer. There are so many lightweight scarves to choose from, and in delicate, whisper-soft fabrics like silk, polyester, visose, linen, and more.

Often, you will catch Jessica Alba, wearing a pretty patterned wrap over a simple, white tee or white tank. This casual white tee look gets an extra shot of style, once you wrap yourself in a spring/summer scarf.

And a scarf or shawl can serve several purposes, even at the beach. When a strong ocean breeze kicks in, you can cover your shoulders. Or you can wrap your bikini bottom with one and make an instant sarong, a look that the Kardashian sisters have made very popular.

We found a great website called, Affordable Scarves. And trust us, they have tons of scarves and shawls in every color, pattern, and fabric. And at the moment, Affordable Scarves is having a 15% off SALE.

For under $20, you can pick up a beautiful scarf, and there are many others there for much less.

If you haven't thought about wearing a scarf this spring or summer, look at Jessica Alba, and try one on.

Maybelline Does It 24/7 With New Long Lasting Lippie

A 24-hour long lasting lipcolor?!

Okay, maybe the good folks at Maybelline might be stretching the truth here, just a bit, but what woman isn't intrigued by the thought?

So, let's take a closer look at Maybelline's new SuperStay 24 Color ($7.50, at drugstores). The product consists of a 2-step beauty plan. Apply the lip stain first. Let it dry completely (2 minutes, says Maybelline). And then put on the lip balm. There, beautiful, lush lips that last and last.

We love that SuperStay 24 Color comes in 30 shades. Talk about variety. And the pigment is rich, so choose carefully. You might not want something as vivid as Cherry, shown above.

Let's be frank here....If you think you are going to apply the stain, and one swipe of the balm, and reap the 24-hour beauty benefits, well, you might be disappointed. You will have to re-apply the balm throughout the day, afternoon, and evening, to keep lips moist and color fresh.

Still, it's a good beauty buy at just $7.50, because the lip color will hang in there for a long time. And the pretty stain you get, will stay on your lips and not transfer to glasses and utensils, etc.

Just one important tip-----If you have very dry or cracked lips to begin with, then maybe Maybelline's SuperStay 24 Lip Color is not for you. Lip stains, in general, can be quite drying, even with the balm provided.

Maybelline has provided excellent step-by-step SuperStay Color video lessons here.

From Head To Toes: KIss My Face Peace Soap Cleans It All

Another Beauty Tip Today 'Budget Buy.'

And this 17 oz. bottle will cost you less than $10 bucks! Okay, $9.99, to be exact:

Kiss My Face Peace Soap, an all-natural, all-purpose castile soap.

You can shower with it, shampoo with it, wash your face with it, and even brush your teeth with it.......and let's go a few steps further.......use it as a laundry detergent, to clean the stove top, and the baby's diapers, all with Peace Soap.

We're not telling you to switch from your daily glycolic acid facial cleanser forever. But when you're on vacation, or you've run out of the expensive stuff, and you're in a bind, well, why not? And the scented cleansers come in lovely aromas like Lemongrass Clary Sage and Lavender Mandarin, and many more.

Kiss My Face Peace Soap is all-natural, so that's a plus right there. And the Kiss My Face company sells tons of wonderful products for face, body, hands, etc.

Click here for details.

UK Debuts Its Own Amazing Wrinkle Filler: Nip & Fab

Just yesterday, here at Beauty Tip Today, we were raving about an amazing wrinkle filler called, Double Strength Deep Wrinkle Filler by Kiehl's.

And today----we are raving about what British beauties are raving about----their own incredible wrinkle filler called, Nip+Fab Frown Fix. The anti-aging line filler is already SOLD OUT! Apparently, this Nip+Fab stuff can perform near miracles when it comes to rejuvenating the skin. And once again, no sting of the needle, ladies.

When the the UK wrinkle cream debuted at Boots stores there last week, long lines snaked out the doors, and the Botox-like Frown Fix quickly sold out. And now there is a waiting list of some 8,000, and counting.

We found this interesting article online at the UK's Daily Mail:

"The cream, which the company says is 'clinically proven' to reduce lines and wrinkles by up to 50 per cent, contains Grant X, a natural alternative to Botox.

While the cream was initially designed as a wrinkle filler - to sit in expression lines and minimise their appearance like a posh Pollyfilla - users found the cream had a cumulative line-reducing effect, with fine lines and wrinkles being significantly reduced over time.

The product is said to work thanks to muscle relaxing properties, collagen synthesis stimulation, and a light-diffusing action that hides and softens wrinkles."

By the way, a tube of Nip+Fab Frown Fix costs 10.25 in British Pounds or $16.67 in US Dollars. Not a bad price.

Check out Ebay.....there are some Nip+Fab Frown Fix boxes already for sale. You'll have to pay about double and even more for a tube, but at least you can experience this breakthrough beauty treatment ASAP.

Kiehl's Double Strength Deep Wrinkle Filler: Like Hyaluronic Acid Without The Needle

Hmmm. Hyaluronic Acid in a tube....minus the sting of the needle, over and over again?!

Now we're listening.

The well-respected skin care people at Kiehl's, claim their new Double Strength Deep Wrinkle Filler does just that----plump and smooth away the signs of aging. The small crazy glue-like tube will cost you $39, but hold on. The stuff is pretty remarkable.

You've heard of the very popular dermal fillers, Restylane and Juvederm. Both contain Hyaluronic Acid, which naturally exists in the body. It lubricates your joints and is in your skin and eyes. But as we age, less and less of the acid is produced.

Of course, you need to be stung by a needle to receive Hyaluronic Acid to instantly smooth away wrinkles or add volume to the face. Plus, it isn't free. Here in the U.S., the average cost of Restylane/Juverderm per treatment is between $500-$800; and treatment results typically last 6-12 months.

So, maybe a $39 tube of Kiehl's Double Strength Deep Wrinkle Filler is a good little beauty treatment to try. And it's easy. It's just like a primer, in that it acts like spackle---smoothing over rough edges to create an even, clean surface. And it dries in less than 30 seconds.

And Kiehl's DOES contain the precious Hyaluronic Acid in a fragmented form of sodium hyaluronate "filling spheres". You are getting a better skin texture that improves over time. And your fine lines and wrinkles look softer with each 'dose' of the Kiehl's wrinkle filler.

If anything, this stuff is a super base for makeup. And you don't have to feel the ouch of the needle.

Details at Kiehl's.

Dr. Scholl's Foldable Fast Flats Perfect When 6-Inch Heels Give Out

If you've been to Bergdorf Goodman's heaven-on-earth Shoe Salon lately, then you know that sky-high heels are here to stay.....5-inch and 6-inch heels are hotter than ever. Just ask celebrity cutie Kelly Ripa who teeters on sexy, 6-inch stilettos almost daily on 'Regis and Kelly.'

Sure, the higher the heel, the slimmer and taller you appear. Your legs look dynamite, and even your posture and the way you walk all improve.

But there comes a time when your feet just can't take it anymore, at least for the day. And that's where a pair of comfy flats really soothes your aching feet.

We picked up a pair of Dr. Scholl's 'For Her Fast Flats' at the drugstore last summer, when they first appeared on store shelves. For about $10, you get these cute black ballet, foldable flats that come in a zippered, gold wristlet that you can pop into your purse. And when your toes are screaming for mercy, you just pop them on.

The fast flats are not the most glam thing you'll ever slip into, but they are stretchy and comfortable, and can go the distance when your sky-high stilettos cannot.

Hey, it's always wise to be prepared and these little foldable fast flats travel nicely and can always be used in a flash.