From the monthly archives:

January 2009

Trendspotting: Sebastian & Wella @ ISSE 2009

January 31, 2009

I have to say that the stage shows at the International Salon & Spa Expo weren’t as vivid as they’ve been in years past. It could be the fact that that I wore the wrong shoes which resulted in buying a pair of $39 flip-flops within an hour which made my attention span short. Or it could have been that [...]

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REVIEW: Clairol Perfect 10 Hair Color

January 31, 2009

Okay, so my follicles are pigmentally-challenged. I don’t even think that’s a word but moving on… I face the daunting task of touching up my new-growth about once every 2 weeks. I promise I’m not exaggerating! I’ve been coloring my hair to cover up gray since I was about 20 and over the years it hasn’t gotten any easier. I [...]

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Weekly Web Tour

January 31, 2009

Girl-Woman-Beauty-Brains-Blog had another Manic Monday and two readers will have a FLABuLESS day by winning FLABuLESS shapewear. Enter now to be FLABuLESS in the skin you’re in! Alison of the Advice Sisters has discovered Tooth Soap, a cool way to clean your mouth and actually have fun, doing it! Viva Woman finds out if green [...]

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Win a $25 Sephora.com eGift Certificate!

January 30, 2009

Didn’t get what you want for Christmas? Well, now you can get it for yourself with help from a $25 Sephora.com eGift Certificate. I’m giving away one of these babies on January 31, 2009. All you have to do is enter your name and email address in the widget provided below. Please note: Comments aren’t entries [...]

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2009 International Salon & Spa Expo in Long Beach this weekend!

January 30, 2009

Long Beach, CA is hosting the 2009 International Salon & Spa Expo this weekend! If you’re a licensed beauty professional or student– you won’t want to miss this event. I always come away from these shows extremely inspired, so that’s worth the price of admission alone. There’s always a packed floor with hundreds of vendors, [...]

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The top 21 body washes from Total Beauty

January 30, 2009

Top 21 Body Washes Which shower gel was tops — was it from Clinique? Neutrogena? Nope. All body washes will get you clean, but TotalBeauty.com readers expect much more when they step into the shower. They want a product that leaves skin clean, soft and smelling great, and will even put them in a better [...]

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First Look: Inside Barbie Loves Stila Jewel Doll Limited Edition Paint Can

January 30, 2009

Here we are with round #2 of the Barbie Loves Stila Paint Cans! Jewel Doll is my fave, I’m loving her and the colors inside… they are more practical for me for everyday. Take a look:

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REVIEW: Pur Minerals Pout Plumping Lip Gloss

January 30, 2009

Pur Minerals really impressed me with their eyeshadows, and I’m happy with their lip glosses too! They have the right amount of color on the lip, stay glossy, and don’t get gummy or sticky. While I can’t give an account of any “pout plumping” from the glosses, I can say they are pretty moist which will contribute to [...]

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Michelle Obama’s Beauty Secrets From Total Beauty

January 29, 2009

Michelle Obama’s Beauty Secrets From her volume-packed bob hairstyles to her radiant skin, photos and tips on recreating the first lady’s looks Read these pro tips on how to make her best looks, from her inauguration ‘do to her pre-campaign glow, work for you. See Michelle Obama

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First Look: Inside Barbie Loves Stila Ponytail Doll Limited Edition Can

January 29, 2009

I am totally enjoying the Barbie Loves Stila cans I received today! Here’s a look inside Ponytail Doll. There’s also a black liquid eyeliner included, but I was so excited… I forgot to take the photo. I also have Jewel Doll to share with you a little later.