Tinted Lip Balms: You Know You Need Them

Gotta LOVE the invention of the tinted lip balm. NOT as shiny/sticky as a gloss. NOT as heavy as a lipstick. BUT---definitely moisturizing, quick + convenient.

If you HATE the thought of putting on lots of makeup and taking the to do it, then please at least buy a tinted lip balm.

Tinted lip balms give you a nice pop of sheer color and look natural, and actually give your face that look of "I am awake."

Tinted lip balms DON'T have to cost a fortune. Here are 2 lines you will want to buy over + over, again:

Sephora Kiss Me Balm ($8).

How wicked cute are these orb-shaped, Sephora lip smackers? Such pretty, popsicle colors, and yet, give off a sheer, hydrating color!

And then we have NYX Color Lip Balm ($3.75, at CherryCulture.com).

Yummy. And available in 12, moisturizing shades! Here are just 6 of the fab, NYX tints:

 

RHONJ Star Caroline Manzo Shaves Face For Great Skin: For Real!

In dermatological circles it's known as dermaplaning.

To Caroline Manzo and others, it's known as shaving your face.

And yeah, the BRAVO reality star REALLY does shave her face daily!

Don't believe us? Listen to Caroline admit to her best beauty secret for achieving gorgeous skin. She has talked about this a couple of times now. And here, we caught her shaving tip, again:

The Lowdown.

Caroline Manzo has nice skin, but as far as her looking very youthful at age 53, we don't think she looks any younger than someone who doesn't shave their face.

So, what is dermaplaning when done by a pro?

It's ALL about exfoliation---removing the dead skin cells along with the  peach fuzz or vellus hairs we all have on our faces.

We found this scientific explanation here at SkinInc.com:

"Because dermaplaning is a quick procedure with few to no adverse effects, it has quickly gained popularity among cosmetic medical providers across the country. Using a scalpel and a delicate touch, the provider simply abrades the surface of the skin using light feathering strokes. 

"Dermaplaning is most often used on patients with rough, dry skin, superficial hyperpigmentation, mild acne scarring, or fine lines and wrinkles. The treatment results in a more refined, smooth, “glowing” appearance."

Watch this YouTube demo by Morganna Lefay. She uses a razor like Caroline Manzo does.

So, ladies.....Are You up for a Daily Shave for Smoother Skin?!

Want To Lose 10 Lbs. Fast? Then Slip Into A Cocoon Sweater Cardigan!

We've all come to know that OVER-sized is key to this season's outerwear. .

And no.... You DON'T have to wear the BIG, swallowed up trend, but if you want to DROP 10 lbs. fast the easy way, then invest in a cocoon sweater cardigan.

Trust us....the cocoon sweater style allows you to SLIM down instantly! And it is such a cozy, appealing design for ALL body shapes.

What is so slimming about a cocoon cardigan?

The look is both classic + modern with a Boho vibe. And the signature scallop edge to this sweater style from front to back gives a flattering elongation to the body.

We are showing you examples here:

This is a striking cocoon sweater from LA Made ($92, at Revolve in a gorgeous, black + white popcorn stitch).

And then there is this lovely, comfy, teal cocoon cardigan from Forever 21 ($20.93 on sale, at Forever 21.com, of course).

And lastly, this glam, lacy cocoon cardigan ($15.99, at PapayaClothing). Very feminine and available in ivory, taupe + black.

Do you like the cocoon sweater cardigan style?

Duchess Kate Looks Great In Powder Blue Matthew Williamson Winter Coat

There are so-ooooo many coat choices for Fall/Winter 2014-2015.

From very BIG, oversized coats to faux fur numbers and pink only coats, there is a glam coat for EVERY gal who wants to ride the fashion trends.

And then there is Kate.....Middleton, that is.....the Duchess. She is going classic, at least for now. And we LOVE her powder blue Matthew Williamson winter coat!

We caught a few glimpses of the royal-mom-to-be  with Prince William this morning while visiting the Valero Pembroke Refinery in Wales.

Gotta love the double-breasted, wool style of Kate's cozy, warm coat and gold buttons.

Kate's style has been copied around the globe, and this Matthew Williamson topper will probably sell out soon.

If you wish to COPY Kate Middleton's classic coat for much less then check out this pastel, powder blue coat we found at Forever 21!

This is a CLASSIC car coat on SALE now for $33.46.

Okay, so this coat is single-breasted with non-gold buttons. Still a great buy!

• Snap-button front, woven
• Midweight, fully lined
• Shell: 95% polyester, 5% viscose; Lining: 100% polyester
• 33" full length, 40" chest, 38" waist, 25" sleeve length
• Measured from Small

Would you wear a powder blue coat like Duchess Kate this Fall?

That's So 90s! Chokers are HOT Trend For Fall/Winter 2014-2015

Have you noticed that the neck is getting LOTS of fashion attention these days?

Oh yeah....The CHOKER is back, ladies! And you CAN wear one, too! That's So-oooo 90s!

The good news.....There are no set rules.

Thick cuff chokers, very thin ones, chain chokers...It's all good!

Take a look at the celebs we rounded up wrapping on a beautiful neck piece:

We like the look! And we think all these lovely ladies look elegant + polished when they add a striking choker as their prime accessory.

Want to get in on the HOT trend, but DON'T want to shell out hundreds of $$$
for a glam choker?

Then check out Forever 21.

There are 46 chokers to choose from. The most expensive one is $16.80. So STILL very affordable.

Will you wrap on a choker for style this Fall/Winter?

Jessica Chastain Proves She Has Best Hair On The Planet At Interstellar Premieres

It must be nice to have amazing, thick, healthy hair.

We're talking about actress Jessica Chastain and her gorgeous, red hair.

PERFECT, if you ask us.

The 37-tear-old beauty has been making the red carpet rounds at several premieres for her new movie, "Interstellar."

We think she has the BEST hair on the planet, pun intended, for her the space-based flick.

Take a look at these recent photos:

And Jessica's makeup is also perfect!

If you're a natural redhead, then good for you, because if you're NOT a TRUE redhead, then dyeing your locks to red is a big beauty challenge.  

Remember this:

Red hair color FADES the fastest out of the entire hair dye spectrum, so it is very hard to keep auburn colored locks looking that way.

Meantime, for the true, natural red-haired ladies out there, here is a wonderful shampoo by Aveda that restores warmth to chestnut, auburn and red tones in all types of hair.

This unique formula contains madder root, "a natural scalp-purifying ingredient, and organically grown red clover, a mild yet effective cleanser full of pure plant nutrients."

And yes.....this shampoo IS red!

We found a BIG bottle of Madder Root Shampoo at Aveda.com, ($33, for a litre).

Eyes Have It: Disposable Mascara Wands For Perfect Fringe

Let's be honest here....How many of you have purchased the PERFECT mascara formula, only to discover the mascara wand that comes with it, is really sub-par?!

We know we have. To each her own, as the old saying goes.

Recently, we had bought an NYC volumizing mascara from the drugstore, called Big Bold Curl Mascara. Just $5. Not bad, but the huge brush is hideous. Get's caught in our eye lid--smudges...Yuck. A smaller brush would yield better results and less clumping.
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Or maybe you are dying to try out the cool, new, high-tech lash wands(brushes) that come with $30 mascaras, but don't care to pay the steep price?!

Well, try this cheap, beauty budget solution from Sephora.

It's the Sephora Collection Disposable Mascara Wands ($7, for pack of 12).

Great beauty concept! And in a pack you receive all this:

" This set of spoolies features four different styles of silicone tip for lengthening, volumizing, curling, and defining. Use with your favorite mascara for impressive results, and then toss them to skip the mess and keep your mascara hygienic."

- 3 x Lengthening disposable wands
- 3 x Volumizing disposable wands
- 3 x Curling disposable wands
- 3 x Defining disposable wands