How to take care of summer sun kissed skin

Summer Skin Rehab

Dermatologist Heidi Waldorf explains how to treat discoloration, breakouts and your last (hopefully!) sunburn of the summer

According to Waldorf, "pigmentation and acne" are the two most prominent skin issues women face at the end of the summer. Here she explains how you can erase these signs of summer and more with the help of over-the-counter products, prescription creams and in-office treatments. Follow this advice and you'll say hello to fall with gorgeous, glowing, spot-free skin. See tips

Okay, so it's been a great summer! I know you have been keeping the sunscreen on and in Arizona, the sun is still beating strong and you still need to keep putting it on!
I like the clear sprays, though the lotions last longer. Remember to keep applying and re-applying!
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Best Teeth Cities and smiles

The 12 Best-Teeth Cities

You'll find plenty of pearly whites in these towns; did your home make the cut?

What does it take to have a beautiful smile? According to Irwin Smigel, DDS., founder and president of the American Society for Dental Aesthetics (ASDA) and creator of Supersmile, there are a few key factors: Regular dentist visits, not smoking, keeping your soda, wine and coffee intake to a minimum, overall health, living in a humid enough climate (so your mouth doesn't dry out and allow bacteria to flourish), and brushing and flossing regularly (of course). All of these cities excel in these categories, so if you visit, prepare to be blinded by bright smiles. See cities

Woo hoo! Arizona is a good state for teeth. I personally am a teeth person and always check a person's smile...
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Best buy for beauty hair care at the drugstore

Top 13 Drugstore Hairstyling Products

Flawless looks come cheap with these products

Turns out, the commercials were right: you actually can get salon-worthy hair with drugstore hairstyling products. At least, that's what TotalBeauty.com readers say about these gels, serums, hairsprays and mousses. All of them gave our readers gorgeous 'dos -- without breaking the bank. See products

No. 13: Herbal Essences Shimmery Nights Shimmer Spray Gel, $6.29

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9

"If you want hair that glows and shimmers all night long, making your friends jealous, this is the perfect product ..."

No. 12: Finesse Curl Defining Mousse, $3.79

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.1

"I have wavy hair so this mousse helps to maintain what curl I have for the whole day without feeling heavy on my hair ..."

No. 11: Frizz-Ease Thermal Protection Serum, $8.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.2

"It makes blow drying a breeze, and leaves a nice sheen on your hair without weighing it down ..."

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Enjoy ladies! I love a bargain and I know you do too!
Stay tuned for the www.tumbleweed.org poster comin' up soon!
It's this afternoon, a great cause and just coming out to have some dinner ( try the chicken ciabiatta or shepherd's pie) will help!
Darcy Mcgees at Tempe Marketplace, starting at 6, wear your kilt or plaid skirt for a free pint of Guinness. Goes great with shepherd's pie!
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Pretty curly hairstyles to try

Pretty Curly Hair Photos

Check out all the celebs who are rocking curls on the red carpet

It seems like all of our favorite stars are throwing out their flat irons and opting for curls instead. Whether natural or curling-iron induced, these wavy and curly styles are a trend that's here to stay. See hairstyles

Enjoy...I'm busy getting the ManCub's birthday party together and most likely will hot roll my hair and shake it out through Lotta Body to hold 'em firm while I run amok with a bunch of Toddlers. Enjoy!
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Wax not: want not!

11 Secrets Your Body Waxer Would Never Reveal

We got the scoop, from what they're really thinking when they're waxing you to their craziest clients and more

Ever wonder what's going through your waxer's mind while you're spread eagle on their table? You could ask, but that whole hot-wax-in-your-private-areas thing can be a little preoccupying, you know? That's why we tracked down these waxing salon owners: Jodi Shays of Queen Bee Waxing in Culver City, Calif., Cindy Barshop of Completely Bare Salons in New York City, and Leah Nacion of The Waxing Co. in Honolulu. They gave us uncensored scoop on everything you'd ever want to know (and then some) about what goes on in waxing salons. See secrets

I do not now, nor ever plan to get a waxing. I have been told by those who have had good experiences that it is well worth the pain and embarrassment. Well, I'll take their word for it. Please comment your helpful or horror filled stories for the rest of us to learn from. Enjoy!
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Secrets of dermatologists revealed

Anti-Aging Secrets of Top Dermatologists

We got the scoop on the supplements they take, the skin care products they slather on and more

Dermatologists have access to all of the latest and greatest lasers, skin care products, fillers, you name it. So when it comes to taking care of their own skin, we wondered what they do to prevent aging, or even better, reverse it. Here's what they had to say -- we recommend you make their habits your own. See secrets

Yeah! Now this is what I'm talking about! Read it...it's good! See you soon at upcoming events!
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Jennifer Aniston hair looks you can create at home!

Recreate Jennifer Aniston's Tousled Waves

Follow this video step-by-step to master one of our favorite celebrity hairstyles

Creating Jennifer Aniston's casual, tousled style is a snap with this video. Because hair that looks this easy-going shouldn't be difficult to style, right? Watch the video

Remember, often times, celebrities have a hairstylist do their hair before they go out because they know they are going to be photographed. With that note, be encouraged that you too with some practice can recreate some of the looks on your own, at home, with products you may already have.
If you want to recreate my hairstyle: pull it back and put the covered elastic rubber band around it. Wah lah! The pony tail!
I joke, but actually, in the Fall 2009 Beauty Trend: the ponytail is still in. Just with hair wrapped around the band, or braided and wrapped around the band, or even different colored bobby pins loosely holding hair back into a fake pony. Enjoy!
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Fall brings changing leaves and lazy shaving

Quiz: What's Your Shaving Style?

Are you a nick waiting to happen or smooth razor operator?

Take this quiz to discover your shaving style, and we'll help you conquer any of your shaving problems (ingrown hairs, nicks and lots more) with expert tricks. Take the quiz

Ok, one of the best things about fall and winter is the pants and boots. Oh, and the lack of shaving. Alas, here in Arizona, it won't be winter for 3 more months. *sigh*
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Reality tv show actor style & mishaps

The Best and Worst of the Real Housewives

Check out these looks -- proof that money does not always equal style

If attending charity galas and going to designer ateliers for fittings is your idea of being a "real housewife," then we know a certain cable channel that would like to hear from you. The "Real Housewives" have all the resources needed to look fabulous. Yet they frequently, and rather spectacularly, miss the mark. Here are some of the best and worst of the "Real Housewives" looks. See looks

I don't watch regular television. Sorry, I have no insight for you on the real housewives of anything. So...click through the bubble for the details!

Happy Friday too!
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You, your floss & where you live affects your smile power!

The 14 Worst-Teeth Cities

These towns are no strangers to stains or decay -- did your home make the list?

What makes for a beautiful smile? We asked Irwin Smigel, DDS., founder and president of the American Society for Dental Aesthetics (ASDA) and creator of Supersmile, for his criteria: Regular dentist visits, not smoking, minimizing your coffee, soda and red wine intake, and brushing and flossing. Other factors, like having hard water or a dry climate, can also stain teeth or create a dry mouth (which can hurt gums). We looked at these factors and found 14 cities that fell short on what it takes to have a healthy, attractive smile. Check them out here. See cities

Ah yeah, the great state of Arizona...we have good smiles around here.
Enjoy the beauty bit, and remember to floss. I make the same New Year's resolution every year: that I will floss. I ceremonially floss on January 1st, and then the rest of the year flossing for me is a lottery at best. Enjoy!
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944, country songs & what MUST be shaved

Quiz: What Is Your Must-Shave Profile?

Find out if you're a silky smooth goddess or a shaving slacker with this quiz

Are you obsessed with being flawlessly stubble-free? Or do you neglect your pretty legs? Take this quiz to get tips, tricks and great product advice customized for your shaving habits. Take the quiz

Adventure is afoot! The beauty bubble today details what you MUST shave in order to survive. I have some opinions about this and love that there is a country song or maybe it's an album where the singer says "I shaved for this?"

Which is aprapo to the saying, "I put makeup on for this?". Last night was Amy's surprise birthday party and she was beyond surprised. In fact, while I was rushing her and driving faster than normal which means I was nearing the speed limit from the bottom side of the numbers: she asked herself "I put makeup on for this?" .

Little did she know that in moments she would walk into our favorite spot to 18 of her friends and family. It was so awesome!

Speaking of awesome, shouts and kudos to photographer Jason Greenbaum for his snaps at the All 5 After 5 Retail Therapy event hosted at Banana Republic in the Kierland Commons shopping center just north of Scottsdale.
You can see the pics here: http://www.944.com/nightsites/gallery/retail-therapy-at-bananna-republic/page/2/

Now...some samples and giveaways are coming in and I'll pass them along as they do.
Plus, I have the "Everyday ladies guide to Fall beauty trend 2009" coming out this week.
Until then, enjoy the shave quiz!

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got2b! Glambulance and a Hair-DO Rescue mission!

13 Ways to Stress Less and Have More Fun

Want to live a free and easy lifestyle? You can with these quick tips

Are you bogged down by the mundane details in life? Does it feel like you never have any time for yourself? That's no way to live! With these tips we'll show you how to inject some fun into every day, in a minute or less. So toss out that to-do list and have some fun -- you deserve it! See tips

Well, we all could you a trip in or through the Glambulance...more about that at the bottom!

“Hot Hollywood Hair-DO Rescue,” an interactive makeover contest, which will live online at http://www.brickfish.com/got2bHotHair beginning August 17th through September 28th: so go sign up! The best ad from the lottery is true to this too: you can't win if you don't play!

Enter to win an all expense paid trip for two to the 2010 Us Weekly Hot Hollywood Party in Los Angeles , CA . For some, that could be a zip code over and for other a five hour flight cross country, either way, vacay is always good!

Now here's some news you can use:
The göt2b glambulance, is an urgent hair makeover unit traveling throughout the U.S. on a multi-city tour designed to rescue your hair-do with free makeovers created with göt2b high performance styling products .

Now does that peak your interest or what? Product options include:

• Fat-tastic products infused with collagen to instantly thicken and plump hair
• Guardian angel products to combat against heat styling with patented heat-activated polymer technology
• Smooth operator products that provide smooth, touchable style.
  
  göt2b products retail for the near ballpark of $5.99 each and are available at drugstores, Target, Walmart and basically, just about everywhere you shop! Enjoy!

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Where to find a great beauty deal

Best Beauty Product Buys from Wal-Mart

Love a bargain? Then check out these lovelies from Olay, Clairol, Neutrogena and more!

In case you didn't know (perhaps you live in a Wal-Mart-free zone? You poor thing!), you can get deals at Wal-Mart on, well, everything, and beauty is no exception. We scoured the aisles for the best Wal-Mart beauty deals -- and found a ton. Check them out, and get ready to save some serious cash. See products

Wow, I have a love and not so love relationship with Walmart. Great prices and that's about it.
Enjoy the beauty bubble and some discount shopping!
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Please vote for Daynalyn as the Face of Arizona Foothills

Hi friends! Meet a new one, my pal and local model representing Arizona's finest in talent Daynalyn Wain. She is not just a pretty face, she is also a champion of charity and fundraising for children and animals as well as the Sojourner Center.
Please take a moment and click through the link and vote for her. You'll be glad you did as you make a dream come true!
http://arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/contests-and-deals/arizona-contests-and-giveaways/face-of-foothills-model-search?page=8&entry_id=65


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Summer hair repair tips

Top 10 Ways to Repair Hair from Summer Damage

Sun, chlorine, air conditioning and more can suck the life out of your strands -- use these tips to resuscitate them

With summer fun unfortunately comes post-summer hair damage. After spending time in the wind, sun, chlorine, salt water and air conditioning your hair may be dull, brassy, frizzy, dry or brittle. Follow these expert tips from stylists Rodney Cutler, owner of the Cutler salons in New York City and Barry Reitman of the Kevin Josephson Salon in Beverly Hills, Calif. to make your hair look healthy and gorgeous again. See tips

It's time to start transitioning out of your summer look and into Fall. Sure, in Arizona it is still hot like summer and we can't really wear slacks and sweaters or even long sleeve shirts for that matter. Nonetheless, for your hair and makeup: as you move into bolder colors and looks, it's time to low light your hair, get a good trim, and a super deep conditioning treatment to repair the poolside damage. Enjoy the beauty bubble!
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Hair makeovers that need a makeover!

Shocking Celebrity Hair Makeovers

Bleaching, extensions, and head shaving, OH MY! Check out this year's most shocking celebrity hair changes

Rihanna rocks the mohawk! Michelle Obama chops her 'do (or so we thought)! They may not be our nation's most pressing news stories, but these celebrity hair transformations certainly had our heads turning in the beauty-sphere. Craving a hair makeover but afraid to pull the trigger? Follow these style tips and tricks to make sure your next hair transition goes smoothly. See hairstyles

Thank God it's Friday!
Back to School is well under way and I'm sure many of you are wearing the new Miley/Azria line...or, maybe something from Banana Republic for you moms going back to school?
I did the fashion show last night and it was a unique and interesting event. As the pics come in I'll post and show ya! The good news is, there was not a catwalk, so the world has been spared my version of it.
Enjoy the beauty bubble!
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To Supplement or not to supplement?

Best Skin, Hair and Weight-loss Supplements

A prettier, healthier you is just a pill away, our readers say -- but not all really work

Turns out, not all beauty products are topical. In fact, there are plenty of pills and drinks that claim to help your skin, hair and even help you lose weight. But do they work? Well, some do. Here, our readers share which ones actually deliver results -- and one that wasn't worth the money. See supplements

No. 8: Arbonne Go3 Fizzing Beverage Tablet, $28

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 7

"I found that it did give me energy and curb hunger as it promised. I used this product in combination with other Figure 8 products and lost over 40 lbs. in two months ..."

No. 7: Murad Pure Skin Clarifying Dietary Supplement, $42

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 7.8

"I have seen such a major improvement in my skin. … I am finally seeing a breakthrough with these pills. My cystic acne is no longer an issue!"

No. 6: Borba Clarifying Aqua-less Crystalline, $100

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8

"They really cleared up my skin pretty nicely, also made it less oily! I love the flavor too!"

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Yep, I too have tried many a "supplement" that I hoped would be a quick fix to my challenge and let me continue to lay around ,internet all day and eat whatever whenever. I find that diet and exercise has been the answer to most of my challenges.
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Does stubble offend you?

Would You Pass the "Up Close" Beauty Test?

See if your shaving and moisturizing routine is up to the touchable test with this quiz

Shaving is a fact of life and while you can get away with the far away glances without shaving every day, it's likely you wont pass the touch test if you skip a session. Answer these questions to find out if you need to ramp up your shaving and skin softening routine. Take the quiz

Ladies, a shave is important and here are some tips. My personal one is: if he is not your husband you have other things to think about other than rubbing each other. Personal opinion. Enjoy the beauty bubble and welcome to Back to School!
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What Beauty Bloggers have found...

Blogger Buzz

What Total Beauty's bloggers are saying about the hottest new products ...

Our bloggers have been hard at work checking out the newest beauty products. See what they have to say about some nifty stuff from L'Oreal and Chapstick, then decide if they're worth picking up on your next trip to the store. See reviews

Enjoy and report your own favorite beauty favorites!
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Thanks to Alba Botanica and your great response!

Best in Beauty Sweepstakes

Who doesn't adore getting a ton of free beauty products?

That's why we're giving away a prize pack each day, stuffed with goodies from Pantene, Clairol and Olay. All you have to do is write a beauty product review on Total Beauty, and you're automatically entered for a chance to win! Enter now

Thanks for your great comments about the Alba Botanica Rainforest line! I too am enjoying it!
For Back to School this year, there is an amalgamation of styles. There are not the definitive lines that we have seen in previous years and there are so many "celebrity" combinations of actors/musicians with designers.
I'll get you some pics to compare with, but in the meantime, remember to focus on what makes you feel your best and look your best.
Just because everyone is wearing a certain style or look doesn't mean that you do...pick what works for your personality and style.
In fact, start your own trend! Because wearing a ton of black rubber bracelets had to start somewhere, right? Enjoy the beauty bubble!
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New from Alba Botanica Rainforest skin care

How Are You Perfectly Imperfect?

Take this quiz to find out which quirky imperfection makes you a one-of-a-kind beauty!

In a society filled with images of photoshopped, airbrushed and nipped-and-tucked faces, it's important to celebrate your unique look and resist becoming just another celebrity clone. As the flawed-but-gorgeous Marilyn Monroe put it: "Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius, and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring." Find out what makes you perfectly imperfect here. Take the quiz

Okay that’s a blurb from the website http://www.albabotanica.com/ and a big picture to remind you that this product line is sourced in a sustainable Fair Trade area.
I personally tested the Oil control moisturizer (thank goodness because the current heat level is still causing maximum sweat!), the Buriti treatment serum and the nighttime rejuvenation treatment oil.
I used my own cleanser and toner ( a botanical based line I won’t mention) and the since it was night , I put on one pump of the Buriti treatment which was very smooth, had nice texture and went on in a soft sweep with a light fragrance. It quickly absorbed in to my skin.
Next I applied two drops of the Nighttime rejuvenation treatment oil with concentrated Buriti and rail Nut oils with extract of /tiger Nut to enhance resilience. Well, I can use all the resilience I can get!
Don’t be afraid of applying oil to your face. If its baby oil, you should be terrified, but if it’s natural organic nut oil, you are safe to experience the nourishment oil can give over a crème.
I liked the nighttime oil so much in the morning I put a layer on my sunburned chest and it was awesome!
In the morning I re-applied the Buriti treatment serum and then layered on the Hydrating oil control moisturizer.
I’m pleased to say that after three days of experiencing the Alba Botanica Rainforest line, I like it. I see a good plumpness to my skin and smoothness to its texture.
Below I’ve got some specific details about the products, and you can start getting yours at your favorite specialty stores or online at www.albabotanica.com
Alba Botanica comes in a total beauty routine of cleanser $14.95, Toner mist $14.95, hydrating oil control moisturizer $22.95, Buriti treatment serum $25.95, nighttime treatment oil $25.95.
The line also consists of a lush moisturizing facial cream $22.95 and a gentle Acai Renewal scrub $14.95.
The extensive Alba Botanica Rainforest line is cruelty free, contains 100% vegetarian ingredients, and the rainforest ingredients are sustainably sourced and many key ingredients are organic and fair trade. The fragrances are 100% natural, and the plastic packaging contains 50% post consumer resin. Alba Botanica also fosters Rainforest education through support of the Amazon Center for Environmental Education and Research or ACEER for short.
The Alba Botanica Rainforest skin care collection will be available in fine health food and specialty stores in the HABA section of your fave stores.



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