Makeup And Skin Care

Beauty blenders: Why you'll never use anything else

Christina Caldwell — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:15:00 -0700

When you're working with layman makeup skills, getting perfect natural-looking foundation coverage is more than a little frustrating. Do you use a sponge? Your fingers? One of those fancy foundation brushes?

Stila Snow Angel Color Palette for Holiday 2012 (Review)

Charu Suri — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:00:00 -0800

Can a single holiday palette give you the options of many? Stila Cosmetics has proved that it absolutely can. The Snow Angel Color Palette is a seasonal collectible and gives you endless dazzling options

Ice ice baby: Votre Vu Les Sorbet Anti-Aging Serum (Review)

Charu Suri — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 07:00:00 -0800

Think a serum has to be room temperature to work? Well, Votre Vu's cool child on the anti-aging block has you thinking again. Meant to be savored, this serum will not only help you erase your wrinkles but will help you stay beautifully cool wherever you are. See why we're loving it in our review below!

Gloss for a cause: Makeup for you and your teen

Nina Sutton — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 10:00:00 -0800

If you are a mom of a tween or teen girl, you have probably visited the makeup counter many times with your pretty and very interested daughter. It is so exciting for young beauties to experiment with makeup, but when moms take a moment to read the color names they love, it can be a shock to realize that many popular product names are suggestive or provocative. While this is OK for adult women, it can be a not-so-good influence on innocent young women. Here are some ways to address these issues while you take your preteen shopping for makeup.

24-Hour shine: Holiday makeup touch-up tips

Kevin James Bennett — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 05:00:00 -0800

The holiday party season is here and you’ll probably be heading out to some of these celebrations straight from work. The harsh reality is, even expertly applied and carefully maintained makeup will crease, fade, slip or smudge during the day. No worries, I’ve devised a foolproof strategy of touch-up tips to bring back that ‘freshly applied’ look you started the day with… plus some extra tips to make sure you look fabulously festive!

Get your face in one place: 5 Makeup trends, one store

Brianna Martinez — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 07:00:00 -0700

Going on now until Sept. 22, ULTA's hosting 21 Days of Beauty. ULTA will present fall beauty and makeup trends with special offers, free gifts-with-purchase, complimentary consultations and live demos in stores during this time. Find out more and how you can get involved!

Coveted beauty products to get abroad

Laura Carson Miller — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 06:00:00 -0700

When traveling out of the country, along with seeing sights and eating delicious foods, shopping is at the top of the list for most women. And shopping for beauty products they can’t get here in the U.S. is a priority for beauty product aficionados and those they love! Bringing home a most wanted makeup or skincare item from abroad can really spice up your beauty routine and make you the envy of your product-junkie friends and family members.

Morning makeup shortcuts

Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 01:03:00 -0700

We've all been there: One minute you're enjoying a leisurely breakfast, and the next, you glance at the clock and realize you only have 15 minutes to get ready and run out the door. What's a woman to do? Certainly not skip her morning makeup routine! Rather than feel flustered and harried, use these makeup shortcuts to cut your prep time in half!

MAC's Glitter and Ice holiday collection

Brianna Martinez — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:15:00 -0700

Want to sparkle and shine this winter season, compliments of MAC? MAC Cosmetics has a new Glitter and Ice holiday collection coming out this season with the option to sparkle or shine with metallics. Find out what goodies you want to get your designer mittens on.

3 Things hindering your glow

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:40:00 -0700

Is your skin looking a little lackluster lately? Sure, makeup can help you get your glow back to a certain extent, but you should also take a look at what could be causing your less-than-stellar appearance. Here are a few reasons your natural glow is non-existent lately -- and what you can do about it.

5 Bright lipsticks suitable for summer

Brianna Martinez — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:01:00 -0700

With bright, vibrant colors taking over summer wardrobes, why not make your lips pop, as well? For look-at-me lips, try these five bright lipsticks that will make your mouth completely kissable for summer.

How to conceal a mouth sore

Sarah Kelsey — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 07:44:00 -0700

Canker sores are not only uncomfortable, they also can make the wearer feel embarrassed about their appearance. Here are a few tips on how to conceal a mouth sore whenever one develops.

Beauty tips: Look your best -- even when you don't feel it

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:36:00 -0700

Overall health is underrated where beauty is concerned. If you are healthy , you shouldn’t need very much makeup. But if you haven’t exactly been a pillar of good health lately, here are a few tips for faking it when you don’t feel great.

Best products for tired skin

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 13:14:00 -0700

Whether you traded sleep for a night on the town, stayed up all night with a crying baby or overworked yourself on the eve of a big presentation, a tired mind means tired-looking skin. Rather than run and hide, give your complexion a brightening boost with the right products.

How to get a perfect pout

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 07:05:00 -0800

It’s time to concentrate on your kisser -- by which we mean getting it ready for your next marathon makeout session. If your lips leave a little something to be desired, follow our steps for achieving a perfect pout.

4 Common beauty blunders

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:19:00 -0800

Even the most stylish among us can make mistakes when it comes to getting gorgeous. Check out our list of common beauty blunders -- and our tips on fixing and avoiding them.

The at-home liquid facelift

Nina Sutton — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 13:59:00 -0800

Popular among the celebrities these days have been “liquid facelifts”, which is a combination of Fraxel , Botox and a line filler such as Restylane or Juvederm to fill in lines and wrinkles. For those of us who might not be able to get to the plastic surgeon or dermatologist for this treatment cocktail, here is a version you can do at home:

Top 5 bronze beauty products for fall

Brianna Martinez — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 06:00:00 -0800

Just because the leaves are changing colors and the weather's turning frigid, doesn't mean you have to let your shine fade, too. Try our top 5 picks for bronze products that will make your skin glow year-round.

10 Makeup bag must-haves for winter

Beth Blair — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 04:58:00 -0700

The winter season calls for some changes in your makeup bag. Check out these 10 makeup bag must-haves to ensure your collection is up-to-date.

The busy girl’s guide to beauty

Beth Blair — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0700

Being a busy girl can sure put a dent in beauty time. But with a few preplanned techniques you can still look good without all the fuss. Here are some ways to consolidate your beauty routine and still look fabulous.

The makeup-free makeup look

Beth Blair — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 04:58:00 -0700

If you think the makeup-free look means you have to have been born with flawless skin and perfect features, think again. The experts are here today to show us how you can get that care-free look without too much work.