You Don't Use An Eyelash Curler? It Goes Hand In Hand With Mascara

A lot of women wear mascara, every day. And we are assuming that those who adorn their lashes, also use an eyelash curler, right?

Not so fast.

We were shocked when we saw the results of a recent survey in InStyle magazine that asked this question:

DO YOU USE AN EYELASH CURLER?

37% Never
36% Always
27% On special occasions

Doesn't this surprise anyone? Wouldn't you have expected the stats to be, maybe, 80% who always curl?!

Does that also mean, that the 36% who always use an eyelash curler, also always wear mascara? Or do the two beauty items have little to do with each other?

Wouldn't it make sense to you, that if you were going to wear mascara, that you would curl your lashes first?

Ladies, you NEED to curl your lashes. Period.

What does an eyelash curler do? Any professional makeup artist will tell you, that curling your lashes opens up the eyes. Your eyes will look bigger. Stubborn lashes will look more even. And short, wimpy lashes will take on thickness and appear longer.

There are many eyelash curlers out there. Plastic, metal, mini curlers, heated curlers, etc. You might have to buy several before you hit the perfect eyelash curler. Plastic ones break much quicker and easier than the metal pairs, with their scissor-like motion. Heated curlers cost more.

And if you've never used an eyelash curler, don't be afraid. It's not hard. This beauty tool is an odd-looking item, but it does great things for your lashes and really widens your eyes. In fact, if you hate wearing mascara, and absolutely refuse to, at least curl your lashes. You will see the difference. You will even look more awake.

What you want to do, is position the eyelash curler around your eyelashes. The upper lashes must be between the edges of the curler.

Then, carefully squeeze the edges of the eyelash curler together and hold for about 10 seconds.

Now gently release the curler from the lashes. Repeat again if you want extra curly lashes, or if you have stubborn straight lashes. Always make sure that the curler is fully open before removing it.

Then apply a few coats of mascara.

Here's a great eyelash curler to try:
Shu Uemura ($19.00, here). A big favorite among pros and women everywhere. Delivers the perfect curl. Metal curler.

Can Blueberry Supplement From CVS Really Improve Eyesight?

We just happened to stumble upon this one, and since good health is a thing of beauty, we thought we'd do some research.

Blueberries and better eyesight.

Do the two go hand-in-hand?

Possibly so.

A popular supplement from Sweden called, Blue Berry Eyebright ($29.95, 60 tablets), claims that just 2 tablets a day, "Helps protect and stregthen the vision. Helps increase macular pigmentation in the eyes."

The daily dosage of 2 tablets can be compared to eating a cup of fresh blueberries a day. Also included in the supplements is calendula flower extract, containing lutein and grapeseeds extracts.

Blue Berry Eyebright has been around Scandanavia for almost 10 years, and now it's being introduced to the US, exclusively at CVS drugstores.


We're not saying you'll be able to toss away your glasses or contacts anytime soon, but within 2-3 months, you will see changes, and your eyesight will strengthen.

The supplements are safe, and according to what we have learned, Blue Berry Eyebright does NOT interfere with medicine and poses no side effects. But please check with your doctor and let him or her know what you are planning to add to your vitamin regimen.

We think this is pretty exciting health news for your eyes!

To learn more about Blue Berry Eyebright, please visit newnordicusa.com

StriVectin Launches New Anti-Aging Sunscreen With Niacin

StriVectin's newest skin care product has us intrigued. Not only is it a powerful sunscreen, but it also boasts about being a strong anti-aging treatment.

And guess what.....StriVectin S-H Age Protect SPF 30 is also recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation.

So, we would like to assume, that the clever folks at StriVectin have developed an excellent way to "practice safe sun", if you would.

The magic ingredient in this sunscreen is the NIA-114 molecule. And according to what we learned, this form of niacin was actually discovered by skin cancer researchers, Drs. Myron and Elaine Jacobson, The couple found that NIA-114 is able to re-build skin layers and strengthen the skin barrier to further protect against sun damage.

This is a daily sunscreen that you can use all year long, 365 days. And the formula is said to be ultra light and ultra sheer. Nothing heavy or greasy.

How to use: Apply a dime size amount in the morning on cleansed face and neck over StriVectin-SD or a daily moisturizer. Reapply as needed or after towel drying, swimming or perspiring. Instantly absorbs into skin with a soft, matte finish.

StriVectin S-H Age Protect SPF 30 sells for $49 (2 oz.) and can be found at stores like---Bloomingdales, ULTA, Sephora, and at strivectin.com.

Sandal Time Means Soft Smooth Callus-Free Feet

Hey, before you slip into those amazing new sandals, you better check your feet.

Are you sandal-ready, ladies?

If your heels are cracked and callused, then you have no business showing off your feet, no matter how sexy those sandals are.

We have a simple 2-step nightly routine for soft, smooth callus-free feet:

1. Exfoliate.
You need a powerful, yet gentle buffer, and we've found one in Diamancel Diamond Foot Buffer #11 ($49, at sephora). The price tag might seem a bit steep for a foot file, but trust us, this baby really does the job. Watch the dead skin fly away and bring back super smooth soles, The magic is in the buffer's unique, geometric diamond pattern surface.

2. Moisturize.

After exfoliating rub in a thick foot treatment like NeoStrata Foot Gel Plus ($19.50, at neostrata). This one is like "a pedicure in a jar.". The formula features a 15% AHA, Glycolic Acid Moisturizer base . It not only dissolves the rough spots, but provides a nourishing, soothing layer for your feet.

In the morning, wake up to a super smooth set of soles.

How To Get Sexy Celebrity Wavy Beach Hair

Golden girl Jennifer Aniston has always been the cover girl for Best Wavy Beach Hair. Then, a couple of months ago, she went and chopped off her signature look for a sleek, shoulder-length bob.

In our humble opinion....boring, Jennifer. We can see her anxiously trying to grow it out now.

Hair that looks tousled and free, like you've just spent a day at the beach, is a style that everyone seems to like. And with the right hair productsand styling tools, you, too, can create sexy, celebrity beach hair for summer!

Blake Lively, Vanessa Hudgens, Julia Roberts, and Kate Hudson, are just a few of the famous heads who look like they're fans of the sun and surf club.

There are a few ways to achieve this sexy, boho beach hair:

1. Have a professional stylist tend to your locks.

2. Or.......Do it yourself. At bedtime, spritz on a good volumizer and then braid hair into 4 big sections. Remember--the smaller the braid, the tighter the wave, so if you want a ton of wild waves, then make more braids. In the morning, take out the braids for beach hair that has staying power.

3. You can also pick up a bottle of product designed to give you wavy, beach hair. Try new Alterna Summer Hair Ocean Waves Texturizing Spray ($20, at Sephora. "This spray provides weightless volume, moisture lock, and a natural wavy texture to all hair types for that sexy, back-from-the-beach look."

Spray on damp or dry hair from roots to ends and shape with fingers for a loose, tousled look.You can also use a diffuser to create waves or a big-barreled curling iron to lock in that tousled beach hair.

It's a playful, sexy hairstyle even if you're not really running around at the beach all day.

Celebrities Like Jessica Rock The Romper For Easy Daytime Chic

Jessica Simpson loves this look! She's been wearing 'it' for a few years now. In fact, the blonde beauty features a cute, Petaluma chambray number in her Jessica Simpson Collection:

"I live in rompers in the summer!" she says. "They're easy and comfortable. I change up the look with different belts."

And Jessica Simpson isn't alone. A number of celebrities have been snapped out and about, wearing the hot trend for summer, ladies like---Nicole Richie, all 3 Kardashian sisters, Blake Lively, etc.

Here's the look:

1. Cute romper.
2. Big sunglasses.
3. Statement handbag.
4. Sexy sandals.

Rompers are everywhere, and the style is attractive on all women: Curvy, skinny, short, tall.

Jessica's Petaluma Chambray Romper ($59, at jessicasimpsoncollection.

The smocked romper comes with a skinny belt and detachable halter strap. Check out the top photo. That's Jess' chambray romper.

Hollywood Faces Looking Volumized---Is It The Radiesse Filler?

We are always talking about hair volumizers. But what about volumizers for the face, like a filler called Radiesse?
These days, just about every Hollywood beauty is walking the red carpet with much fuller cheeks, temples, a sculpted chin, and barely a wrinkle in sight. Sure, famous faces go in for facelifts, but times have changed. Nowadays, the injectable is taking over---instant volume in mere minutes! And no, we cannot prove that the famous faces pictured here, have been anywhere near a syringe of filler. We can only speculate.

The filler that can restore your youthful glow and fullness is a syringe of Radiesse, a hyaluronic substance that lasts for up to 2 years.

Radiesse has staying power and many women are paying up to $1,000 for a syringe of this thick, putty-like volumizer. In addition, the filler stimulates collagen production, essential for younger-looking skin.

Of course, the challenge is trying to strike the perfect balance of fullness to a natural-looking face. Over-filling, and getting chipmunk cheeks can happen, and sometimes, Hollywood goes a bit far in this department. NYC plastic surgeon Alan Matarasso told More magazine, that the key here is to create something subtle.

"The whole key is doing subtle, incremental things that keep up with the aging process, rather than going out for a home-run."

Well-said, Dr. Matarasso.

For more information about Radiesse, click here.