Happy Mother's Day to all!

What Are You Giving Mom This Sunday?

See what one of our staff members is giving her mom for Mother's Day

This is a TotalBeauty.com beauty products article This year, make sure to avoid giving a last minute Hallmark card to the most important woman in your life. See what Total Beauty host Rebekah is giving to her mother come Sunday. Get gift ideas

Hello Gorgeous!
Happy Mother's Day to you, and you and you!
I gave my Mom a load of makeup, hair goodies, and lottery tickets.
What did you give yours?
I also shared with her some of the Borghese Italian cosmetics that have come to the blog and I just know she is going to look amazing in it!
Now, if you are looking for something to give a
Green Mom-consider some Aubrey Natural Spa bath salts and shave creme. These are Earth friendly body care items for at home spa time for Mom! Aubrey is a trusted and respected brand known for it's organic practices.
You can find them at Sprouts, and specialty markets.
I think you can never go wrong with a fragrance for Mom either! Coty makes some of the worlds' leading fragrances and the best part is they are
easily accessible...meaning, if you just woke up and remembered that it's Mother's Day and y0u haven't gotten anything for her yet-then just zip over to the closest Walmart, Target or Walgreen's and grab a Coty fragrance like the new Love Me! from Kimora Lee Simmons. Or-get a Faith Hill or Halle Berry Reveal scent! Don't forget to grab the gift bag, tissue paper and card while you are there!
Now, this last list is my Top 10 Gifts to Get Mom-ideas that I would like to receive and just may help you too! Enjoy!
10.Movie tickets-and the time to out and see a movie in the theatre!
9. Pedicure/Manicure-and the time to go get it!
8. Concert tickets-you guessed it…and the time to go see Journey, or whoever else is playing!
7. Technology-and your time to show me how to work it!
6. Brunch-and to enjoy the time together breaking bread and making memories.
5. Perfume-you can never go wrong with a gift of fragrance in my book!
4. Jewelery-a wee bauble to remember you by, but as a Mom, you never stop thinking about your kids!
3. Handbags/Shoes-personally I think you can never have enough of either!
2. Gift cards to favorite stores-perhaps a outing adventure together to shop?
1. Handmade creation from you-anything that you took time and talent to put together!
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Mother's Day fragrance gift ideas: Reveal by Halle Berry

7 Reasons Why You Look Older Than You Are

We can't stop time, but we can hide the signs of aging on our face. See the makeup blunders that make you look older

This is a TotalBeauty.com anti-aging skin care article Of course you don't want to look older, but there's a good chance your hair, makeup and overall look are -- gasp -- aging you. Luckily, we've pinpointed seven easy-to-fix mistakes, once you fix them you won't believe how much younger you look. See tips

Hey Gorgeous!
I hope you are having a great day! Mother's Day is coming up quick! Have you considered giving fragrance?
Reveal is the new one from Halle Berry and is readily available at major retailers plus, she is winning an award for it.
The FiFi award for best celebrity fragrances is being awarded to her by the Fragrance Foundation, is essentially the perfume industry's version of an Oscar. For her scent Reveal, Halle is being commended for her work building the brand with the Fragrance Celebrity of the Year award.
So it is worth a try for yourself, your Mama, your secretary, you name it!
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Mother's Day-give Elizabeth Taylor White Diamonds for a classic gift!

Hello Gorgeous!
Happy day to you too! Now, we are days away from Mother's Day-a chance for you to honor the Mama in your life.
I for one, think fragrance is always a great gift. Though, then again, I am a self describe fragrance junkie!
I love the classic fragrances created with Elizabeth Taylor. The White Diamonds scent in my humble opinion is as classic as Chanel's No. 5. Which just so happens to be another favorite of mine!
Now, if you are getting a fragrance gift for mom-consider a powder. Such as this luxurious White Diamonds body powder complete with large over stuffed fluffy puff to sprinkle and spread on your body-or where ever needs scenting.
Layering a scent is what makes it last longer-so if you know your Mom already has the atomizer-why not get the companion such as powder, bath gel or lotion? Enjoy the "scenting" and shopping for Mom! You can pick White Diamonds up at any major retailer such as Macy's, Target, Walmart or a large drugstore like Walgreens.
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EOS ergonomic fresh hand lotion: SOS for your hands!

What Are You Giving Mom This Sunday?

See what one of our staff members is giving her mom for Mother's Day

This is a TotalBeauty.com beauty products article This year, make sure to avoid giving a last minute Hallmark card to the most important woman in your life. See what Total Beauty host Rebekah is giving to her mother come Sunday. Get gift ideas

Hello Gorgeous!
Just a quick shout out to share a fabulous must have hand lotion for your summer bag! Or your Mother's Day gift! Or in your gym bag, school locker, desk drawer you name it! I'm loving the fresh cucumber scent of mine seen here in the photo. You can pick up yours in time for a Mother's Day gift at any major drugstore retailer or Walmart! Enjoy!

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First Aid Beauty 5 in 1 creme is perfect for Mother's Day or Ironman training

Hello Gorgeous!
Mother's Day is coming up quick! If you need a quick gift idea for your Mom-try First Aid Beauty 5 in 1 creme. I've used my sample a few times after running to get immediate moisture on my face and chest after running in the hot Arizona sun and it absorbs right in! Don't just take my word for it-get some for yourself! The link is in the title, or shop around on QVC. Below I've pasted some details from their website where there are even more goodies from FAB to try! Enjoy!

5-in-1 Restore Cream
AGE DELAY
MULTI-ACTION, INTENSELY NOURISHING ANTI-AGING MOISTURIZER
FAB 5-in-1 Restore Cream is a rich, multi-action moisturizer formulated to help prevent and combat the signs of aging while moisturizing, nourishing and protecting the skin. FAB 5-in-1 Restore Cream is the perfect nighttime complement to the 5-in-1 Face Cream with SPF 30. It provides deep hydration and delivers a healthy dose of age-defying active ingredients for more youthful looking skin.

WHO SHOULD USE IT?
FAB 5-in-1 Restore Cream is ideal for dry, combination or normal skin.

BENEFITS

Reduce appearance of wrinkles
Improve radiance
Correct uneven skin tone
Nourish and moisturize
Combat free radicals
FEATURES
No Parabens, Harsh Chemicals or Colorants.
Safe for Sensitive Skin.




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Borghese inspired royal wedding look picture tutorial

11 Copy-Worthy Natural Hair and Makeup Looks

Look like you, but better with these natural hair and makeup looks

This is a TotalBeauty.com natural makeup article While achieving the ever-elusive natural, no-makeup makeup look seen on celebs takes a bit more effort than rolling out of bed, it does take a heck of a lot less time and effort than a smoky eye or perfecting bold red lips when done correctly. See tips

Hello dear Gorgeous!
Did you need help getting together products for a simple and affordable Catherine 'Kate' Middleton royal wedding look?

Or maybe you follow Dancing With The Stars like me ( go Chris Jericho! Swing it Kirstie!)

Here I am applying the mineral powder foundation
from Borghese called Powder Milano. It has spf 15!
I love the large angel orbs on my temple-it looks like one of the orbs is holding a teleprompter or a book?
Now in the next photo I am throwing out the wee brush that comes with the blush. Oh! This coral blush is one of the best colors for the 2011 summer!
I prefer a large blush brush-but you use what you are comfortable and if you want to save the brush
for travel or emergency use, so be it!
Now, I like to make a comma shape: the tail is at the temple and I brush the color thicker until it makes a small round head on the apple of my cheek.
I'm getting ready to put my eyeshadow on in a simple, wedding-all be it 'royal wedding'
styled easy eye shadow. I'm using the Borghese
Puccini Plum trio-which is rich in tone and texture-
there are some disposable/travel like tools included in the trio, but I prefer my own brushes.
I'm using the lightest color on my brow bone and along the tear duct area.
Then I use the blue tone on the center of my eyelid along the lash line but no further than the
crease. Finally, that gorgeous purple I run all along the crease and make a diamond shape on the edge of my eye.
In the corner of the eye, I create depth and then run the purple brush load along the lower lash line in a smudgy mark.
I am not wearing an eyeliner in the pictures or video, but to complete the look for a more dramatic effect apply a black, grey or deep purple line in a cat eye fashion on the top and slightly on the bottom.

Finally, I apply the Borghese mascara. Now, as a side note-I am a mascara lover and this is a nice mascara. Yet, alas-I am a die hard fan of L'Oreal Voluminous and that is what you see in the final photos and video.
If you are getting ready for the wedding-consider a water resistant or water proof mascara?

Finally-I finish the whole look with this neat lipstick
from Borghese called "Duale" which is a spf filled lip conditioner with a center made of lip color!
I love it! The perle effect is softening, and it wears really well.
I'm wearing the Borghese Duale in Perle Nudo.

Fantastic! Enjoy this simple Borghese created Kate Middleton Royal Wedding look-or, save it for a Mother's Day brunch!










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Borghese look for Kate Middleton royal wedding or Mother's Day

Your Anti-Aging Questions Answered (By a Top Derm)

If you didn't catch our special live anti-aging event with Dr. Will Kirby, check it out now

This is a TotalBeauty.com anti-aging skin care article In this video the Dr. shares insights into the latest and most advanced Neutrogena anti-aging products and answers readers' burning questions about their skin and aging. What's even better? You can continue to ask questions and we'll deliver the answers. See the video

Hey Gorgeous and Royal Wedding Watchers!
Talk about fun, fun, fun!
Borghese sent some of their amazing Italian cosmetics to the blog for sampling and I'm busy having fun creating looks for the upcoming royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. Not to mention, any of these colors from Borghese could do a Mother's Day brunch justice!
In the video, I'm wearing:
Borghese Powder Milano mineral makeup with spf 15 in Light
Borghese blush in Coral Elettrico
Borghese eye trio in Puccini Plum
Borghese Perla Duale lipcolor in Perla Nudo

plus...I have Sophia from Brow Diva in my brows and my mascara is actually L'Oreal Voluminous though Borghese sent a black mascara. It's nice, just not a big cow flossy lash look like I prefer.

Enjoy the videos!
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Soggy hair? Soak it up with Hotheads Hand Dry Hair Towel

Happy Friday Gorgeous!
This pink fuzzy towel is specifically for cutting down the drying time of your hair by hand and reducing the amount of time you use a hair dryer and heat processing on your hair.

It's super absorbent and will remind you of a hair shammy which is very similiar to a car shammy.

Either way you may want to get this hand dry hair towel if you have curly hair to help lessen frizzies.
It makes a great gift for upcoming prom preparations and remember, Mother's Day will be here in a blink of the eye!
Speaking of mother...that's the back of my head as I am setting up the towel to take a picture.



And this is my Mancub who is my ever present helper in all things Makeup University. He loves to work the camera and do the videos while trying all the products. It makes me think that he is going to have a very lucky wife when she finds out all of his knowledge about all things style and beauty!
To learn more about the Hotheads Hand Dry towel, visit their website at www.hotheads.ca and there you can find where to buy one too!
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