How to video: Jennifer Lopez costume makeup with GloMinerals

Win "Best Costume" This Year with These Pro Tips

Don't dust off that witch costume you wore last year just yet. These new costume ideas are fun and a cinch to put together quickly

This is a TotalBeauty.com Halloween makeup article Feel like there aren't any interesting costume options for you besides "witch" (boring) and "Playboy bunny" (inappropriate)? Get creative with these genius costume ideas that you can easily pull off. No bunny ears needed. Get ideas

Hi all! Hope you have some safe party fun tonight-in need of a last minute costume look that doesn't blow the budget? Try this simple American Idol Jennifer Lopez glowing look with dark eyes!

This is a short how to video and the products used are listed below it:


Glo Minerals redness relief powder all over my red areas (nose!) from allergies
Borghese Summer glow spf 20 as a moisturizer and shimmery tint
Glo Minerals gold shimmer powder for eye highlights and cheeks
Brow Diva Sophia in brows
Benefit Lemon Aid to even eye lid tone and make shadow stick
Skindinavia makeup finishing spray on brush to set mineral eye shadow longer
Glo Minerals Sable eye shadow
Becca Cosmetics Majorca black eyeliner
Jordana Honey Dip lip liner
Glo Minerals Coral lipstick-perfect for Fall 2011 burnt orange lip look
Cover Girl Lash Blast Luxe #855 on lashes
Final spritz all over face of Skindinavia makeup finishing spray
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Cureology-National Breast Cancer Foundation partner!

Hot New Job Makeover

A recent college graduate gets the hair and makeup revamp she needs to land her dream job in the fashion industry

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article The economy is rough and with unemployment still at a record high, every little detail counts. Tighten up that resume, polish those heels, and make sure your hair and makeup are flawless. Watch one recent college grad get a total makeover that helped her stand out from the rest. See makeover

Hello Gorgeous!
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month and Cureology pure hair care partners with the NBCF-National Breast Cancer Foundation for raising awareness through pure, natural ingredients.
The photo at The Buttes during Spray Tan Camp shows my samples. I've tried them all and the shampoo and conditioner are luxury in a bottle!
Here's a little bit more about Cureology from their website:
"The Cureology Beauty Hair Care line utilizes only the purest natural ingredients, resulting in healthy and vibrant hair while contributing to a meaningful and worthwhile cause - finding a cure for breast cancer. Cureology: The Beauty of Giving"

I love the scent and texture of the shampoo and conditioner. You can get your Cureology at Ulta. Enjoy!

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Live the Gold Life with Australian Gold Sheer Coverage spf & self tanner for Fall skin

8 Tips to Repair Your Damaged Hair STAT

Dried, fried hair is out. Healthy, glossy hair is in. See how to repair your damaged hair with these tips

This is a TotalBeauty.com hair care article When you're all bundled up for winter and your nose is red from the cold, your only redeeming beauty quality is your hair -- if it's glossy, that is. In order to maintain its health and vibrancy, hair needs to be treated and cared for just like the rest of our body. See the expert tips to inject life back into your fried strands now. See tips

Hello Gorgeous!
As October is going out in a heat wave in Arizona-I wanted to remind you real quick that sunscreen is a daily activity-like taking your multi-vitamin, or brushing your teeth-everyday is sunscreen day!
I recently tried the Australian Gold spf 15 Sheer Coverage and it's so light and fast absorbing on the skin with a soft coconut scent.

It dries matte on the skin so you don't have to worry about being shiny and sticky from your sunscreen.

And if you want to have a brown/bronze tone to your skin-please forego the tanning bed or laying out in the sun and opt for a self tanner instead. I tested the Australian Gold instant bronze self tanning lotion with 'elimiscent technology' which helps minimize the tell tale self tanner smell.

I put two thin layers of the gel based lotion on and got a nice light brown tone on my skin. So my calves are somewhere in between Kate Middleton the new Duchess of Cambridge sheer pantyhose tone and a soft fading tan from summer swimming. Booya!

So 'live the gold life' and try some Australian Gold products!
p.s. When I tested this product it reminded me of Celebrity Apprentice from last season!
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Burt's Bees, The Buttes and me!

Anti-Aging Advice for Your 20s, 30s, and Beyond

See what your skin needs when you reach each milestone birthday

This is a TotalBeauty.com anti-aging skin care article Love the idea or loathe it, getting older is a fact of life. And just as your metabolism can't handle the late-night food binges or lack of sleep anymore, your skin care regimen also needs to be tweaked with every big birthday. Find out how to address your specific issues and meet your skin's needs now. Get advice

Hello Gorgeous!
While I was attending Spray Tan Camp at The Buttes in Tempe AZ-I brought along a wee bottle of hand sanitizer. That's it in the photo.
I also got a nice bag of sample honey menthol natural throat drops. Did I mention, I love menthol cough drops?
These samples are perfect for me! I did enjoy testing the hand sanitizer because as you know, if you have ever been to a conference in a hotel room it's just two sneezes and hand shake hellos away from being as germy as a school bus.

The Honey with Menthol and Eucalyptus oil drops are a sweet, smooth, calming throat drop and the hand sanitizer makes for a clean yet moisturized hand by using witch hazel and aloe vera.

You can find more about it on the main website here, but what I think you should really be looking at is the amazing story of how Burt's Bees got started. Go read and enjoy and I'll be back with more beauty in a bit!
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Beauty Foods- drink to your health with Chocolate Bliss

This Week's Craziest Beauty Invention: Swallowable Perfume

From rubber ear covers that prevent flatiron burns to suction cups that plump your lips, we thought we've seen the wackiest beauty inventions -- until now

This is a TotalBeauty.com perfume article We love our perfume just as much as the next gal, but now we're faced with an interesting dilemma: Would we swallow our go-to scent? A Dutch artist and a synthetic biologist came up with an ingestible capsule that releases fragrance from the inside out. See how this invention works so you can decide if you'll pop the perfume pill. Watch video

http://www.beautyfoods.com/

Hello my sweet and gorgeous friends!
I was recently at the Spray Tan Camp in Tempe Arizona held at the fabulous The Buttes hotel hosted by Be Bronze founder and international master spray tanner Kelly Richardson.
There I met Jacque Gibson who introduced me to Beauty Foods, an anti-aging skin treatment that you drink before bed.
I tried the Chocolate Bliss and it was so delicious! Creamy too. So, I had already slathered on my nightly skin care regime of serums and creams and now I was drinking one more tool to effectively care for my skin.
I'm going to be testing the Vanilla Dream flavor tonight. Here's a link to the Beauty Foods website so you can learn more http://beautyfoods.com/

Now, here's a short video of my experience! Enjoy!

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Bath and Body Works mini hand sanitizers-just in time for any festivals you are attending

8 Makeup Video Tutorials That Will Make You LOL

Have some time to kill -- or just need a good belly laugh? Watch these videos now

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup tutorial article Who knew makeup how-tos could be so funny? These vloggers show you how to do your makeup like Katy Perry, Maria Shriver, and a torn up Nicki Minaj -- so sit back, relax, and get your giggle on. Oh, and please make sure to not take any of these tutorials seriously. Watch videos

Hello Gorgeous and thank God it's Friday!
See these mini sized perfect for purse or pocket hand sanitizers by Bath and Body Works?
If you are taking the family out to the Arizona State Fair or any Fall festivals-you may want to have something close by to help protect yourself and family from any germs that may lead to sniffles or infections.
The Fall scents in these minis are a mix of apples, cinnamon, vanilla, or pumpkin.
You can get some at your local retail spot for Bath and Body Works or online at http://www.bathandbodyworks.com

Whether you choose an anti-microbial or anti-bacterial hand sanitizer, make sure you have something on hand as a flu season gets near.

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Paris Amour shimmer mist-at The Buttes and Bath and Body Works

This Week's Craziest Beauty Invention: Swallowable Perfume

From rubber ear covers that prevent flatiron burns to suction cups that plump your lips, we thought we've seen the wackiest beauty inventions -- until now

This is a TotalBeauty.com perfume article We love our perfume just as much as the next gal, but now we're faced with an interesting dilemma: Would we swallow our go-to scent? A Dutch artist and a synthetic biologist came up with an ingestible capsule that releases fragrance from the inside out. See how this invention works so you can decide if you'll pop the perfume pill. Watch video

Hey Gorgeous-
This bottle of Paris Amour shimmer mist made it to The Buttes in Tempe with me for Spray Tan Camp hosted by Kelly Richardson of Be Bronze.
The event was amazing-and the Paris Amour shimmer mist is not so bad either. Now, it looks amazing on freshly tanned skin! On my shade of white skin that wasn't covered in a spray tan, let's just say it had an interesting look.
I do like the floral scent, though for Fall I would prefer something 'warmer/woodsy/cinnamon/spicey' in a fragrance. This would be really good for springtime/summer-maybe even a wedding? Note to self and world: I love the look, though it takes a while to dry down on the skin and can be a bit' sticky/tacky to the touch during the dry down time.
Here's some notes from the Bath and Body Works website to help you decide, or-grab a coupon and head on over to a retail store and try some on for yourself!

Bath and Body Works description from website: "This Shimmer Mist will leave skin sparkling with irresistible glamour and lightly fragranced with our exclusive Paris Amour, a dreamy blend of French tulips, apple blossoms and sparkling pink champagne, inspired by a romantic stroll through the streets of Paris.Indulge your senses with our exclusive Paris Amour, a dreamy blend of French tulips, apple blossoms and sparkling pink champagne, inspired by a romantic stroll through the streets of Paris
Key Fragrance Notes: French Tulips, Apple Blossoms, and Pink Champagne "

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Be Lip Savvy, The Buttes, Spray Tan Camp & Blogger talks! Oh my!

7 Worst Anti-Aging Night Creams

See the creams readers say do squat for crow's feet, forehead wrinkles, and other skin concerns

This is a TotalBeauty.com skin care products article Your beauty sleep should be just that -- a time for your skin to rejuvenate and take refuge from harsh UV rays and environmental toxins. And your night cream should help support that beauty rest, adding nutrients and antioxidants that can even help reverse skin damage that's been done. But if all your go-to night cream is doing is leaving you with greasy skin, clogged pores, and itchy red bumps, it's not worth your money. Check out this list to make sure you know which products to skip. See products

NO. 7: L'OREAL PARIS AGE PERFECT NIGHT CREAM, $15.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.8*

"This product seems so perfect but when I apply it, it makes my skin greasy and it stays greasy until I wash my face the next morning."

NO. 6: PHILOSOPHY HELP ME RETINOL TREATMENT, $45

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.8

"I got contact dermatitis (yes, huge red bumpy rashes) all over my neck and face."

NO. 5: ROC RETINOL ACTIF PUR ANTI-WRINKLE MOISTURIZING TREATMENT, $23.35

NO. 5: ROC RETINOL ACTIF PUR ANTI-WRINKLE MOISTURIZING TREATMENT, $23.35

"This did nothing for me. I saw no difference at all. It was a total waste of time and money."

Want to see what was the worst? Click here!

Hello Gorgeous!
There I am in my pink dress chit chatting with the beautiful and powerful women of the first ever, inaugural Spray Tan Camp.
You know, when I see their smiling faces-I know why they smile! This is a group of women taking destiny by the hand and leading her to their businesses! These ladies are not letting
circumstances and the economy stop them from

prospering and creating an income for their families!
The time together was so good! I sent this group the notes from my talk "How to Get a Blogger to Blog You" and I'm happy to send them to you too! Simple send me an email-and I'll send you one back with it attached.
Special thanks to celebrity and international master spray tanner Kelly Richardson of Be Bronze for providing an environment to grow in!
Now, see my sparkly purple and plump lips in the top photo? It's because I am wearing my " Be Lip Savvy" anti-aging plumping lip gloss in the photo! It has this beautiful, fun and funky case and a twist up base that fills the brush for application. Be Lip Savvy lip gloss was created by Deidra Whatley of Louisiana-a singer and lover of lip gloss. There are 22 shades, and each one contains active ingredients: Lipochroman-6, Hilurlip, maxi-lip and 'filling spheres hyaluronic, for quick wrinkle smoothing!

Ok-no need to take my word for it, click on over to http://www.belipsavvy.com/ and find your perfect shade!
There are several more posts coming this week that have the products I have recently tested photographed at the Marriott in Tempe known as The Buttes. If you haven't been there-go! Or at least go and sleuth out the 'secret hot tub'.
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NEOVA Skin Brightening complex-perfect for Fall transition skin

10 Worst Eyeliners You'll Want to Avoid

Eyeliners that flake, smudge, and don't leave a good color aren't worthy of a place in your makeup bag. Make sure to avoid the worst of them by reading this list

This is a TotalBeauty.com eye makeup article Smudgy liners that leave you looking like you got into a fight with a raccoon -- and lost -- have got to go. That's why we've rounded up the worst eyeliners ever. This way you can make sure you never spend another dime on an awful liner again. See the reviews now. See products

NO. 10: TOO FACED LAVA GLOSS SUPER GLOSSY EYELINER, $16.50

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.5

"After a few hours it looks like you've been punched in the eyes."

NO. 9: PHYSICIANS FORMULA EYE DEFINER FELT-TIP EYE MARKER, $6.95

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.5

It "[dries] out before I even get to finish lining my eyes" and it "flakes off, leaving little black dots all over my face."

NO. 8: E.L.F. ESSENTIAL BRIGHTENING EYE LINER, $1

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.4

"After multiple uses, the pencil is still too hard. It hurts having to scrub over delicate eyelids just to get color that lasts 30 minutes."

Want to see what was the worst? Click here!

Hello Gorgeous!
Neova skin care sent a sample to test and review, I had a good experience and perhaps if you tried it, you would too.
I sampled the skin brightening complex and now that I have used it for the past two weeks I have seen a pleasant smoothness, evened tone and healthy glow to my skin.
Well, it's either the Neova or my increased Vitamin D intake! Do you know how to calculate the amount of Vitamin D3 you should be taking?
It's simple-for every 25 pounds you weigh, add 5,000 i.u.'s of D3. Easy! Now, get a wee bit of protected sun exposure, drink some milk, and take some Vitamin D3 supplements to help give you great looking skin. As for Neova, visit www.nextderm.com. and check out the offerings!
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Aubrey Organics-mineral spray & shave creme

9 Shocking Habits That Are Ruining Your Teeth

Great dental health takes more than seeing your dentist every six months. Do you have one of these bad habits that are wrecking your smile?

This is a TotalBeauty.com beauty tips article Sure, smoking and drinking coffee aren't exactly going to help you score an A-List smile -- but did you know your favorite workout could be damaging your teeth? Here are the habits to break -- and the ones to start -- to keep those pearly whites looking amazing. See them

Hi Gorgeous!
I love the Aubrey Organics line for skincare that is pthalate free! Now-for body care they are on par for natural skin care that is safe for the whole family!
Here is their mission statement:
"Our mission is to provide all-natural, safe and effective personal care and lifestyle products to the consumer. We offer a true and authentic alternative to many of the mass produced synthetic products on the market today. We craft only the highest quality all-natural products without compromise as to ingredients, packaging or cost.".

I love that-and though I have not tried their makeup line-I hope it's good because there are many pre-teen and teenage girls who wear makeup and are at risk for having their body hormones sped up and force puberty at an earlier age due to pthalates in their cosmetics and body products.

So, I say give Aubrey Organics a try! Find it at your local natural food store, such as Sprouts, Sunflower Markets, Whole Foods or the Good Apple out in Apache Junction.

There are so many amazing products in the line-go try some!


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Zombie Boy & Dermablend Professional-watch & see!

7 Skin "Rules" You Should Break

Is your go-to skin care routine actually ruining your complexion? Get the facts here

This is a TotalBeauty.com skin care article You know the old saying, "Rules are meant to be broken"? Turns out this phrase is especially applicable to your skin care regimen. See which skin care "rules" you've been following that are to blame for your zits, wrinkles, and more. See "rules"

Holy moly hot stuff! Watch this video-and comment what you think!
I love it!


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LUSH handmade cosmetics review for you!

The Truth About What Really Causes Breast Cancer

Does deodorant up your odds of getting this scary disease? Can dyeing your hair raise your risk? Find out once and for all

This is a TotalBeauty.com health & beauty article With all the misinformation and conflicting evidence about your real risk of getting breast cancer, it's hard to differentiate between the myths and the facts. Here, we tackle the 10 most prevalent lies about breast cancer risk so you know the truth, once and for all. Get the facts

Hello Gorgeous and happy Monday!
Wow-I love Mondays! Thank you so much for your support of the Anti-Bullying campaign that ran last week. If you missed a blog post, it's all in the archives for your future reference.
Now-we are in full Fall beauty swing-that is you are, but Arizona isn't because it's not quite cool enough yet to wear boots, scarves and sweaters. Darn it!
If you haven't updated your Fall scents in bath and body care, then check out this product review of LUSH handmade cosmetics. I have tested Angels on Bare Skin, Ocean Salt, Rehab and Veganese. These LUSH products won't disappoint that's for sure!

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Goody brush and bands are a good start to Sunday!

Find Out What's Causing Your Hair Damage

Here's how to figure out exactly what's causing your dryness, split ends, and more

This is a TotalBeauty.com bad hair article You probably think that if you have split ends, you need a haircut. Dry hair? A moisturizing hair mask will help. But is there something more you can know or do to take care of your hair's health? Get the details you need about what's really causing your hair's damage here. Assess hair

OH hello there sweet Gorgeous! I love Sunday!
Now see the Goody brush and head bands-they are non slip kind and in every color you need for basic wardrobe wear, athletic workout times and dressing up Fall trendy outfit-perfect for wearing to accessorize the high bun that is being seen on every celebrity with long hair and also the head bands are a great way to adorn the side swept braid in your bangs, just position the Goody non slip head band just behind the tail end of the braid.
I love mine for holding my hair back while I wash my face. Good times with Goody my friends! Right now you will finds these in Walmarts, Targets and just about every major drugstore beauty retailer. Get 'em and enjoy 'em!
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Anti-Bullying Campaign week finishes with Hall of Fame Nick Lowery

How to Contour Your Face Like a Pro

Want a slimmer nose, defined cheekbones, and a more youthful look in general? You simply need the right makeup brush and tips on how to use it

This is a TotalBeauty.com face makeup article With just a few tricks of the trade, makeup can give you what the big man upstairs forgot to endow: Angles, cheekbones, and defined bone structure. So put down that diet book that reads more like a starvation manual. These makeup tips and how-tos will get you looking like a long, lean, svelte model -- instantly. See how

Hello Gorgeous!
Wow, what a week it has been for the October Anti-Bullying campaign! Now to finish end our week of encouragement on a strong and positive note, please welcome Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Famer Nick Lowery. I was thinking that an experience and opinion from a male point of view would help balance this week's Anti-Bullying campaign.
Mr. Lowery wrote a beautiful poem for you, please read and enjoy.
It's for you ladies!

"We listen with our heart,
if we dare,
with tender ear,
and breathe in fresh air
or we listen at a distance,
for too close would it tear,
the wounds of old love,
remembering its scars,
the blood too fresh,

the crash of old cars
the memory too near.
So we keep our heart safe
or so we think,
by removing ourselves from a learning place,
for the learning might again be only old pain,
and the lessons not worth the gentle gain.
Or perchance,
we keep an open heart,
and if lucky,
hear sublime music
teaching a new dance"
(October, 2011)

Ladies-print that poem and keep it near for times when you need encouragement. Now here is a little bit more about Mr. Lowery from his website http://www.loweryspeaks.com/ in case you aren't up to par on your sports history. I think reading a bit of bio will help your appreciation of the poem Mr. Lowery created just for you!

"Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Famer Nick Lowery knows about targets – he was the most accurate kicker in NFL History. He worked for three US Presidents in the White House during his NFL Career, and was the first pro athlete with a Masters and Fellowship from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard. He is the winner of the most prestigious humanitarian award an NFL player can receive, The Byron Whizzer White Award. A lot of speakers can talk a good game – Nick lived it for 18+ Hall of Fame caliber years in the NFL."

Now, with all of that said, here is a short video of Nick Lowery in empowerment coaching-enjoy!


Be sure and visit the Nick Lowery Youth Foundation for ways to get involved with self esteem coaching!
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Anti-Bullying Campaign- My 3 step plan for massive impact

10 New Mascaras You'll Love

Get the long, thick, full lashes of your dreams with these amazing new mascaras

This is a TotalBeauty.com eye makeup article Love her or hate her, there's one thing almost everyone can agree on when it comes to reality star Kim Kardashian: Her full, long, luscious lashes are amazing. Because few of us were blessed with those kind of eyelashes -- and even fewer of us have the patience it takes to apply falsies -- we rounded up the newest mascaras that can help you get Kim's doll-like look. See products

Hello sweet Gorgeous!
Here I am with Tory Johnson of Spark & Hustle, Women for Hire and ABC job segments.
Look at me with my blonde hair-geez! It's like my friends should have told me, right?
Well, it's my turn to talk to you about bullying but before I do, here's the link to Tory Johnson and how her amazing resources can help you ladies, no matter what stage of life you are in! http://sparkandhustle.com/ or http://womenforhire.com/ .
Now when I think of bullying-I think of sideways glances, harsh words and exclusion. I think being left out and looked down upon is as painful as being physically assaulted.
So I have 3 simple steps to reach out of your comfort zone and be a comfort to someone else! Use this at home, in school, at the store, in church or wherever you go!
1. Use your eyes to smile at someone-you can show kindness and love with soft simple eye contact
2. Use your words to edify one another-like the old saying says "if you can't say anything nice don't say anything at all", and in our modern day lives I ask you to go one step further, say something kind. Keep it simple, just say something kind.
3. Include someone new in your circle of friends-reach out, if no one is reaching to you-then be the one to stretch! You can do it!
Finally, here's a movie resource to give you a visual demonstration: visit the website then get a copy to watch! http://tosavealifemovie.com/index.php
I love hearing from you-thanks for your comments, keep 'em coming!
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