Happy Rosh Hashanah and Ahava products

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Celebrities' "Ugly Betty" Transformations

How hairstyles, makeup (and surgery?) makeovers have changed stars like Gwen Stefani and Ashlee Simpson-Wentz

Okay, so none of these women were ever ugly, but all of them used hair, makeup and even surgery to go from blah to stunning throughout their careers. In honor of the season premiere of "Ugly Betty" on ABC, we present our gallery of the most noticeable celebrity transformations. Do you like their original look or their new one better? See celebrities

For all my friends in Israel who have access to Ahava products, and true Dead Sea salt therapies...you are the lucky ones!
For the rest of us who have to rely on imports, get your hands on Ahava eye makeup remover when you can. Don't wait and say you'll get it next time...it's too good to pass up and the chance that it will be there later is slim!

This is an amazing day of celebration, so pass the challah!

In other beauty news: as we cross over in to October, Fall and weather in Arizona that just may approach two digits: it's time to have a pre-party strategy for your Holiday party looks and events.

If you need help getting a halloween or Harvest festival makeup together, give me a call.

There are several workshops coming up that can teach you how to do amazing party makeup that is simple and uses the products you already own. Don't get caught at the last minute trying to juggle family, events, work and a party! Plan your style and beauty ahead of time!

There is a huge Oktoberfest this weekend in the area...so I just may see you out and about.

L'Chaim!
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Awards, new photos and then some

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Best Beauty Looks from the 2008 Emmy Awards

TotalBeauty.com's awards for the celebrities who showed off winning hairstyles and makeup looks

Here we count down our favorite hair and makeup looks of the 2008 Emmy Awards, from best ponytail and updo to best eye makeup. Find out which TV star showed the most improvement from her look in 2007 and which starlet stole our best all-around look award. And the best part? It won't take you hours to get to the payoff. Best looks

Happy Monday!
Wow, what a weekend. It was intense work to say the least! I did the West Valley wedding expo months ago with Jennyvi Dizon a local couture wedding dress designer and the photo has just surfaced.
Enjoy.
This past Sunday, Jennyvi did the East Valley wedding expo,so hopefully soon, there will be some photos of what is current and coming out for the Fall bridal season.

In the meantime...back at the beauty ranch...the daily beauty bit is about Emmy style. According to news reports and Nielsen ratings, the viewership was low. I know I didn't watch.

Click through to see who wore what and where...

As for us, the every day ladies keeping in touch with what's great for skin care and cosmetics: I can truly say after this weekends long hot sunny event, that water is a girls' best friend when it comes to youth. Staying hydrated from the inside out keeps the skin looking healthy and pair that with good serums and moisturizers; you'll be reflecting the fountain of youth in no time!
Enjoy the beginning of your week!
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Emmy beauty recap for you!

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Best Beauty Looks from the 2008 Emmy Awards

TotalBeauty.com's awards for the celebrities who showed off winning hairstyles and makeup looks

Here we count down our favorite hair and makeup looks of the 2008 Emmy Awards, from best ponytail and updo to best eye makeup. Find out which TV star showed the most improvement from her look in 2007 and which starlet stole our best all-around look award. And the best part? It won't take you hours to get to the payoff. Best looks

Did you watch the emmy's? Me either. Here's a recap!
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Zoo brides, do it yourself bridal hair and what brides should wear for their wedding makeup

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Wedding Hairstyle Inspiration

Celebrities like Jessica Alba and Victoria Beckham show off beautiful big-day hair on the red carpet

Of course you want to look red-carpet worthy on your wedding day. Who doesn't? There's no better way to achieve that look than by trying out a hairstyle seen on one of your favorite celebrities. We've gathered wedding-worthy looks to fit the style of any bride or wedding, from a simple ceremony on the beach to a black-tie affair. Find the one that's right for you. See bridal hair

Ah, the zoo.
Tonight I did a wedding event at the zoo, and believe it or not, it was gorgeous and amazing and as the sun went down, the sky was red orange and the gazelle pen was full of peacocks and relaxing animals that made a backdrop straight out of the Serengeti!
Wow!
So, the daily beauty bit is for wedding hairstyles, and I love it.
I love to do brides, but better yet; I love to teach women to do their own makeup for their weddings so they can save money and spend it on cake or a honeymoon.

Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your Saturday. If you need to book an artist for your wedding day, contact me, or; just get the book!
p.s. I have old first editions of the book available for $5...fresh from the estate sale table. There are a couple left, some Arbonne versions and some regular. Send five bucks and a self addressed stamp envelope ( or paypal it) to me and I'll sign it and get it out to you, toot sweet!
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Thank God it's Friday...and my yard sale day!

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Trend Alert: Curly Hairstyles

See how celebrities like Madonna, Leighton Meester, Hilary Duff and Jennifer Lopez make curls the year's hottest trend

As more and more celebrities embrace curls on the red carpet, it's become clear that this look is not just a passing trend. Whether long or short, naturally straight or not, everyone seems to be reaching for hot rollers and curling irons. Get inspiration to go curly by checking out these gorgeous celebrity photos. See curls

Okay, so my yard sale has nothing to do with curly hair...except the fact that my hair is curly on the bottom and straight on the top crown area of my head making for a weird patter. A perm is out of the question.
Enjoy the daily beauty bit, then come see me at my sale and pick up some great stuff from my makeup kit plus many other fabulous items...all on sale at a ridiculously low price.
4 houses down on the right of Halifax St off of Mesa Dr. See you there, bright and early!
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yard sale today: come get the goods...

Here's a bit of what you will see this morning...I'm on my way...look at the time! I'm up before the birds!
Starts at 6 am

I have a huge box of Arbonne business builder tools that if you want, come and get
plus....I have the several first editions of my bridal makeup book that are up for grabs!
Kona bike
Laptop computer
clothes from my days as a wardrober/makeup artist
shoes
men and women
lots of toddler boys/girls
jogging stroller
the entire stargate sg1 dvd collection plus a free atlantis ( sold as set)
kitchen box full of kirkland signature pans
vhs player with free set of collector starwars movies
variety of music, dvds, baby einsteins for sale
classic western entertainer hand made stage outfit for performance
cashflow game by robert kiyosaki
complete unleash the power within cd set by tony robbins

***If you Ebay*** come buy in bulk to turn a profit online

see you at 465 halifax st off of mesa dr at 6 am!



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Affirmation body wash by Ted and then some

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Ted Gibson Affirmation Body Shampoo

Guest review by TotalBeauty.com editor Sarah Carrillo

If you're tired of your shower smelling like a tropical rain forest, try the Affirmation Body Shampoo from Ted Gibson. See review

I actually like a sweet flowery smell in my shower! What I love most about the daily beauty bits link is that you get a real review from a real person, just like me, who has actually bought it and used it.

Enjoy the personal opinion and post yours too!

So, I'm having an "estate" sale tomorrow, and a ton of my makeup kit goods are up for grabs before they reach their expiration date. Yes, makeup has an expiration date.

So come see me at Halifax and Mesa dr in Mesa...

In the meantime, tell me what you are using now, what's working and what's awful!
Speaking of...have you been watching Dancing with the Stars? I didn't see the Wednesday night elimination round, but what I can tell you so far, is that this season is in no way shape or form as strong as two seasons ago when Helio was on.

Alas, at least they have their false lashes on. I had mine on yesterday and it's funny how it makes people do a double take when they see you...and try and figure out "what's different about her face?". It's a good thing!

Remember, the best time to buy lashes in bulk for the Holiday party season and beyond is November 1st...right after Halloween.

More to come!


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Hair Success! And some products to help preserve your investment

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Marco Pelusi Marco Color Control Gel

Guest review by TotalBeauty.com editor Charli Schuler

Designed to provide natural, flexible hold, this alcohol-free gel is not to be used in gobs. See review

Ah hah! Hair success! I went to Alli at the Superstition Springs ULTA on Hampton. I was using the coupon from the local ad, free hair cut with color. So, it's my second trip to her, and the first one I used a coupon too. This was to ensure that if the event was horrible, at least I wouldn't have paid alot for it!

Actually, I can recommend Alli with a smile and confidence that she will do right by your style.

I got the same color, Redken Shades EQ in 3NB. This is a demi permanent color that when baggied on the head and baked up under the dryer can cover gray,roots, deposit color and protect the hair integrity...all in 30 minutes!

I came out with a heavy bang, shorter length to try and cut off some of the bleached damage from last February!!! I"m happy. Is it wow? No. But it's still good and the coupon is in the paper and you can print it off of the ULTA website under "current ad".

If you live in the East Valley, try Alli for your cut and color.

Now: this coming weekend is Jennyvi's East Valley Bridal show and it's going to be amazing. I"m not doing the makeup because I'm booked for another gig, but...still go and see some of the freshest couture that is affordable and local, plus pick up a free fat swag bag!

Also: my weekly makeup workshops are up, as well as the October 7th Makeup 101 workshop at the Fresh Start Women's Foundation is still booking and....drum roll please...
I will be doing a Fall class at FORD Robert Black for new models as well as a large modeling search event at the Scottsdale Hyatt at Gainey Ranch.
Stay tuned for booking details and I look forward to seeing you soon!

Brooke Burke on Dancing With The Stars! My fave show!

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Look as Good as the Victoria's Secret Models

Behind-the-scenes tips to show off skin, hairstyles, makeup, legs and more

Self-conscious about your nose but love your eyes? Want people to focus on your amazing legs? We got the hairstylists and makeup artists responsible for A-list celebs -- from the Victoria's Secret gang to Angelina Jolie -- to dish on how to show off your best features. http://images.totalbeauty.com/img/beautyBits/b_beautyBits.gif) 0 0 no-repeat; display: block;"> Get expert tips

www.luckymetee.com
Last night on the opening night of the new season of ABC's Dancing with the Stars; mommy of 4 Brook Burke showed her stuff! Here's some info from a press release about the tshirt she is rehearsing in. If you are like me...I would like to look that good as a mommy of one!
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While intensively rehearsing for her stunning performance with her talented partner, Derek Hough, Brooke flaunted her dance skills, rhythm and toned body in the black tank top pictured above. Lucky Me Tee’s exclusive tanks, t-shirts and sweatshirts are perfect for any season and occasion. Whether you’re heading off to a dance rehearsal or on a weekend trip, Lucky Me Tee products are available in a wide selection of colors and sizes.

Lucky Me Tee offers proud moms and their children the ultimate line of personalized fashionable and comfortable apparel. Lucky Me Tee was founded in 2007 by mommy of three, Marlo Moleski. Based in Hillsborough , New Jersey , Lucky Me Tee is committed to designing fashion fun tees with a positive mommy message. Available in various colors and styles, Lucky Me Tee provides moms the opportunity to flaunt motherhood on a trendy tee.

I love to watch this show and I'm voting for and rooting for Brooke Burke! Go girl! Represent the working moms of the world!


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Ah, yet another new haircut

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Hi, I know, I know. I never posted the last new hair cut I got and it's because I don't have the cable that goes from the camera to my laptop...instead, I have to do this whole rig-a-ma-ro to get the pictures out of Gigcard hell and onto my page.

Sooo.....I tell you all this because I am going for another hair cut and color today to update my look for new media head shots being taken tomorrow.

Stop screaming! I know the horror! A new color and cut the day before a shoot? Am I looney? No, just short on time.

Either way, I"ll try again for the photos...promise.

I am going to the same gal who did it the last time, Ally, at Ulta at Superstition Springs. They have a coupon, buy a color get a free hair cut. So I'm really motivated.

If you haven't tried Ally at SS Ulta, it's worth the coupon and freebie. More details to come....

Tuesday beauty bits and tips

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Celebrities Spotted at Fashion Week

Forget the models! We couldn't take our eyes off of Victoria Beckham, Lindsay Lohan and Keira Knightley at Bryant Park

This week stars fled the red carpet and headed for Bryant Park in New York City for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. We couldn't get enough of all the celebrities in the front rows at the shows and their gorgeous hair and makeup looks. See celebrities

Fashion week is over and we now know what will be coming for Spring. But what about today? And since it's celebrites that are always setting trends, what about the everyday lady?

I sometimes wonder what would be d ifferernt about society if the elite of Rome did not set the tone for style and have time mixed with century dribble it down to a week in New York City with designers from around the world showing the rest of us what to wear.

I think that in the highways and biways of life, there are everyday ladies and men making style and strides forward in community and life. We just don't see it on the cover of rag mags at the check out stand in the supermarket.

If you have a fashion statement or invention that you think is world and life changing, post it!

For the rest of us: it's Fall, in Arizona it's still too hot to wear the current Fall trend. In fact, I just did a fashion show and all the clothes were sweaters, pants, heavy scarves and trench coats. Great.

All those borrowed clothes were sweaty! Wow! Thank God for febreze.

In Arizona, if it's still too hot to wear the Fall clothes you bought, just mix your sweaters and cardigans with shorts. yes, it's still short season.

More soon!

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Disheveled fall hairstyles better known as my everyday hair

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Hot Runway Hairstyles

From classic updos to perfectly disheveled waves, here's a sampling of some our fave hairstyles from the spring '09 fashion shows

The hair trends for spring are already being determined for us by the hair geniuses backstage at New York Fashion Week. Think sleek buns, beachy textured hair extensions, braids and twists. You'll never be bored with your hair if you try these styles. View hairstyles

I love Fridays! Thank God it's Friday! And that disheveled hair is in! I have the choppy bob cut, and it's okay. I long for my long sleek hair that I used to have, though; ce la vie. It's only hair and it will, eventually grow back.

Today there is a daily beauty byte for you to click through on and get some pointers on how to updo your Fall hair style.
They are nice and messy, sloppy do's that can add style, flair and variety to your normal hair day.

Get ready for the launch of major cosmetic lines "color stories" that will accompany the fall beauty trends.

Remember, one piece can update an entire face, so go for one that you love, instead of buying several that you wont' use and will end up in a drawer and have a friend called buyer's remorse.

In the Phoenix area: remember that JennyVi and the East Valley bridal show is going on next weekend plus there are several scenes to be seen at.

As for me: I'm currently using a pink creme blush under a compact powder foundation with a sheer deep berry toned mouth and my hair is always some form of messy.
Oh! I'm so in style!
Enjoy the beauty byte and more for ya tomorrow!

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Foundation! The Foundation of your Face!

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Makeup: Gold Medal-Worthy Foundations

One of these 14 crowd pleasers from Revlon, Prescriptives, MAC and more could give your skin a flawless finish -- sans airbrush experts

We've heard complaints about foundation ranging from too heavy and drying to too light and oily, not to mention "too few shades" and "too expensive." So we made a list of the foundations that garnered praise from TotalBeauty.com members. Check out which brands and formulas got the most consumer stamps of approval and consider whether you should switch to something new. Best foundations

Foundation is well, the foundation of your makeup. I say all great faces start with great skin and that gives the foundation a head start on creating an amazing face.

I have some personal favorites: number one being ERA Face by Classified Cosmetics. Close seconds are: the Line Defiance by Arbonne, tinted moisturizer by Aveda, Jane Iredales' mineral powder and when it comes to a L'Oreal, Revlon, Rimmel or Maybelline; well, I just haven't used those in a long time to be able to comment accurately.

But, from back in the day: as a young teenager, my most fave and it's still in my kit is the pan makeup from Max Factor. Talk about old school! It still works great and has amazing coverage and finish.

I love some of Dior's, some Chanel and don't use Clinique at all. If you havea favorite foundation, write in and tell me!

I have a travel brush set from Adesign promotion starting on Friday...so stay tuned for your free gift set of brushes!

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Other options for home hair color and baked makeup!

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Hot Hair from MTV's Video Music Awards

Britney Spears stole the night but Rihanna, Miley Cyrus and others held their own at the show

Why do we love the MTV Video Music Awards? Because unlike the Oscars, where stars tend to play it safe, anything goes at the VMAs. Celebrities show up in some of the most sexy, glamorous and just plain bizarre looks. Check out our standout picks from the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards. See hairstyles

Okay, I love hearing from you about your home hair coloring experiences. Something for you to think about if you are a first time home colorist or have damaged hair and damaged budget and can't afford to go to the salon, consider a trip to the Sally's beauty supply near you. www.sallybeauty.com

You can research what it is that you are looking for online at their website and then go in and have some ammo for what you are looking for. Otherwise it's like walking into a candy store and making a decsion could be hard.

I offer this up as an alternative to the box of stuff from the mass retailer because if you've been following my blog, you know the year long challenge I have had in restoring my hair from the badly bothced bleach job. The kind that can ruin careers!

Now, my hair is still on my scalp, slowly coming back, and finally, I am at what I call, the "final cut". The last cut that will truly take off all of the burnt bleach hair from last February. That means it will still be short, ( nothing wrong with short hair, I just love long hair on me) though most importantly, it will be healthy.

I love long, healthy shiny hair! Back to color: so what I do instead of going to the salon for a $60 glaze, I get the ION brand semi glaze super hydra drench color. It has no ammonia, no peroxide, no harmful ingredients and actually deposits color only along with moisturizers.

If you are coloring with in one to two shades, this is a good product for you. Clairol and Wella make similiar products, at Sally's they are about $5. The effect will last great for four weeks, then around week 5 you will see fading and by week six you have some grey, roots and faded color and it's time to do your hair again.

I prefer a baggie on my head, with added heat to intensify the color. Enjoy!

**BEAUTY NEWS ALERT***
Right now there is a lot of buzz and talk about the new "baked" makeups. This is fun, though not new, just new advertising. Chanel and Dior have been baking pans of makeup for decades. The difference is, in the new lines that are baking they are mixing colors and letting the pigments swirl together for a multi-faceted shade.

I think it's fun and I'm interested in trying some! Check out Sephora for some choices or head out to your local Ulta or beauty store. Enjoy your Tuesday!
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Feria at home hair color: the results of the at home tests

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Feria Colour Parties: Vote for Your Favorite, Sponsored by Feria

Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Colour

L'Oréal Paris has launched a new ultra-conditioning and extra shimmering version of its popular Féria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Colour with 3X highlights. More hydrating and conditioning than ever, new Féria transformed the hair of these Total Beauty bloggers and readers. Some dramatic and some subtle, the overall results left our testers' hair shimmery and soft. What do you think? Use our rating system to tell us who has the best hair color transformation. See photos

Happy Monday! You know, I get more accomplished on a Monday than I do most other days!
Todays' beauty byte is all about the home hair coloring system Feria by L'Oreal. If you have tried to color your hair at home you know that it rarely ever looks like the picture on the box.
For those of you who do color at home and have success, here is a brand to try and possibly increase your satisfaction with the at home hair coloring treatment you do.
The Feria line is called "multi-faceted" because it adds a layer of shine to the hair, and truly does come out with a depth to the color instead of being flat.
Think of it like wall paint: some dry flat and matte looking, others have a semi-shine finish and curb appeal!
There are coupons for the product in the local Sunday paper, plus some can be found online.
A rule of thumb when coloring your hair at home:
1. Stay with in one to two shades of your natural color
2. Don't do platinum blondes at home
3. Don't do dark colors such as deep browns or blacks at home.

I know there are many of you who have done your platinums to the point of being white blonde at home, and others of you who have blackened up your Cure colored hair in the bathroom before a concert.

I'm sure it turned out a version of great, though the caution is because when you bleach out and tone hair, you are working at the core shaft level of the hair and the chance for destruction is evident.

Why you don't do super dark colors at home is because of how the pigment adheres to the hair strand. Depending on the condition of your hair, it can actually color darker in some places and lighter in others. Hence, the need for a professional.

If you look at the L'Oreal coloring main page where you can find out more about Feria, it will also have hair coloring help and information. And for once, why don't you try calling the 1-800 number on the box and talk to them about your hair color quest at home.

Good luck and enjoy. Send pics if you've got 'em!

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