Spin Your Way to Cascading Curls

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Gorgeous, cascading curls are a covetable celebrity red carpet staple. Unfortunately, this glamorous style can be complicated to recreate at home. Luckily the new EZ Curler, the first spinning curling iron, revolutionizes the time consuming, cumbersome process of creating curls. While the EZ Curler may look like simply another clampless curling iron, it actually goes beyond basic curling iron capabilities and spins for easy curl creation. EZ Curler takes the work out of styling by omitting the manual process of wrapping the hair around a barrel or cylinder. The revolutionary tool helps precise curls and waves without unsightly crimped and creased lines.

To use, simply hold the iron horizontally, position the ends of a small section of hair in the slotted mid-section and start spinning! The button on the handle allows you to select whether you want to spin curls either forward or back, allowing you to tailor the look with each use. The only thing that takes some getting used to is figuring out which direction to spin the iron for the desired curl effect. Nothing a little trial and error can’t straighten out though! Once you perfect the direction of the spin, a full head of curls is easily attainable with just the flip of a switch.

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Even though the curler only comes in one size (an approximate one inch barrel) it is easy to change the end effect by varying how you style the finished curl. If it’s ringlets you’re after, simply remove the iron after spinning a curl, leaving it wound up tightly. For a more relaxed style, shake out curls while they are still warm to stretch hair and create soft, loose, romantic waves.

In addition to simplifying the painstaking process of creating a head-full of voluminous curls, the iron has the added benefit of instant heat (no waiting required!) and Tourmaline cylinders to polish hair and bring out natural oils for added shine. It also features negative ion release to prevent static and frizz for your silkiest, smoothest and quickest curls yet! The EZ Curler retails for $69.99.

Crow’s Feet Are For The Birds

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Eyes hit the runways at New York City Fashion Week like never before. Today more than ever, eyes are the most important facial accessory. Trends suggest that this fall, we’ll be seeing a clean face – free of make up with dramatic eyes that boast long extended full lashes, a monochromatic eye shadow and a coral glossed lip.

However, pulling off this simple, but glamorous look is next to impossible if your eyes are not in great shape.

Believe it or not, the lower eyelids are one of the first places to show signs of aging – revealing your true age. Crow’s feet as well as loose skin and lax muscles, excess skin and fat bags, plus dark circles around the eyes can create a tired appearance that dampens an otherwise youthful face. By correcting puffy eyelids and tightening loose skin, you can look rested and refreshed. Now, the latest in office procedures targeted toward the lower lids can even take years off your face.

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Using his vast practical and technical experience, New York City Facial Plastic Surgeon, Sam Rizk, MD, FACS, has created an algorithm to appropriately tailor his spectrum of eye procedures to the specific anatomical concerns of his patients. He uses physical findings and the right combination of seven techniques for lower lid rejuvenation including fat removal through inner and outer eye incisions, laser resurfacing and sewing of the lid to narrow the opening.

Not every set of eyelids age in the same way, and genetics plays a role too. If your eyes aren’t sparkling like they used to, you might want to consider a consolation with an expert like Dr. Rizk to see how the signs of aging can be reversed. Check out some of his work and learn more about his expertise here: www.drsamrizk.com

Is lower eyelid rejuvenation something you would consider to help turn back the clock and brighten up your peepers?

Goody Walks the Runways of Paris Fashion Week!

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Home to the most anticipated Fall Fashion shows of the season, Paris Fashion Week did not disappoint! Using the always-chic and versatile Goody® Classic Collection Jenna Barrettes, renowned hairstylist Guido Palau used his magic to create unique looks on the legendary runway of Alexander McQueen as well as the Milan-based Prada show.

To complement Alexander McQueen’s “Ice Queen” theme, Palau covered the models’ heads with Goody® Jenna Barrettes for a modern Tron-worthy “helmet”.

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If the above look is a bit too strong a statement for your taste, check out a more subdued way to wear the same barrette below.

Guido also brought the barrettes to Milan Fall Fashion Week and kept it simple at the Prada 2011 Fall Show. Securing hair into a low ponytail with the Goody® Jenna Barrette, Guido then cut models’ hair to create a feminine version of the sideburn! This softened the look with wispy pieces around the ears.

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Spring is In Bloom at Smashbox

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Say goodbye to dark cold weather looks and usher in spring with the fresh, natural In Bloom collection from Smashbox Cosmetics. The gorgeous collection is comprised of soft, wearable shades for easy, feminine spring style and includes a 10 shade eye pallete, blush, eyeliner, lipgloss, and highlighter. Tractenberg sent over some items from the collection for us to test out and our top picks to update you spring style are below.

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In Bloom Soft Focus Powder Liner ($22)

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Harsh, sharp lines are out and soft focus eyes are in! Eye looks for spring are all about blending, making this powder liner the perfect choice for a simple smudged eye.

In Bloom Limitless Long Wear Lip Gloss ($21)

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This lipgloss glides on super smooth and manages to be long wearing with out being goopy. It promises to stay up for up to 6 hours, but I can never wait that long to reapply given the gloss’ infectious texture and light flavor. The unique contoured wand makes for precise application on the go and ensures you cover every corner of your mouth for full shine effect.

The entire collection is available at Sephora.com.

POW! MAC Wonder Woman Collection

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Comic book junkies (and makeup fanatics) rejoice! MAC has teamed up with superheroine icon Wonder Woman for the brand’s limited edition spring 2011 Wonder Woman Colour Collection. Known for its bold, deeply pigmented, and often theatric colors, it seems only natural that MAC has joined forces with the ultimate symbol of feminine power and uninhibited confidence.

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The extensive line has something for everyone looking to channel their inner Lynda Carter including bright, empowering nail polishes ($14), eye shadow quads ($40), jumbo eye liner pens ($19.50), mascara ($15), powder blush ($24), lipstick ($15.50), lipglass ($20) and even themed accessories like a hand mirror and makeup bag. Every product is housed in adorable packaging emblazoned with the comic logo. So cute it removes the stigma from dinner table touch-ups!

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Of course two key color elements are Wonder Woman’s signature blue and red. We are currently obsessed with The Spirit of Truth Nail Lacquer, a high gloss deep shade of navy, that strikes the perfect balance between fall and spring shades with just enough vibrancy to work for either season.

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The limited edition collection is only slated to be on on shelves through April 2011, so head over to MAC (or your local MAC retailer) and pick yours up now!

Slimmer Legs by Spring Break?

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An estimated 90 percent of the female population is affected by the dimpling peaks and valleys called cellulite. The plaguing C word can be spotted on even the fittest and thinnest set of thighs, so what’s a gal to do to solve the cottage cheese effect? Vichy interviews Dr. Ranella Hirsch for the answers to the cause while offering up a potion poised to firm and tighten for less jiggle in the wiggle.

Although exercise and a balanced diet are clinically proven to help maintain a healthy weight, these can only do so much to prevent this stubborn problem which affects women of all shapes and sizes.

Here, Dr. Ranella Hirsch, noted Boston dermatologist, explains the facts about cellulite:

Q: Who does cellulite affect and why?

Dr. Hirsch: Women are more predisposed to the appearance of cellulite due to the vertical nature of the fibrous bands binding the fat, which is in contrast to the more net-like appearance of the bands found in men. Also, since women generally have thinner skin than men, we more commonly encounter this frustration among women. Indeed, cellulite remains among the biggest complaints I receive from women on a daily basis. They tell me that what they find particularly frustrating is that no amount of gym time seems to get rid of the bumps.

Q: Which parts of the body are more prone to cellulite and weight gain? Is all cellulite the same?

Dr. Hirsch: The hips, thighs, and buttocks are most prone to cellulite. These areas are where women have a propensity to carry weight gain and are also more resistant to weight loss from dieting.

Slim down just in time for spring break with Vichy’s CelluDestock! This breakthrough cellulite cream is formulated with five percent Pure Caffeine and Lipocidine to reduce the appearance of cellulite in four weeks! Plus, “orange-peel” skin is smoothed after just seven days! Yes, that means you can be bikini ready by March 24!

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Vichy CelluDestock ($38.00) is available at www.vichyusa.com

Bobbi, Peonies & Pythons – Oh my!

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Bobbi Brown sent over her new Limited Edition Peony & Python Palette which is a collaboration between Bobbi and Tibi (one of my absolute faves for a killer dress). Being that animal prints and skins are all the rage (hello my cheetah and tiger) this season on the runways, I think it’s only natural that the queens of natural teamed up and brought us a pinky peonies infused with neutral grays for eye adornment. But of course, my dear. Watch out Peacocks!

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“The pinks and purples in this collection are inspired by peonies, my favorite flower. Peonies are lush, decadent and delicate – just like the colors in the limited palette. I’ve also incorporated grey, a color that was big on runways this season. A great neutral, it’s totally versatile and a cool counterpoint to pink. And because I love accessories just as much as the girl next door, I asked Tibi to design a makeup case to match.” – Bobbi Brown

The palette retails for $50 and can be found at Neiman Marcus.

Goodbye Signature Swoop Justin Bieber!

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Surprisingly the Bieber chop has had mixed reviews. Personally, I wonder what 17 year old doesn’t have a good head of hair that he can chop at leisure. But hey, I do give the baby crooner balls for cutting off his signature wind blown mop top. Who cares if its criticized…all that matters is what Selena thinks.

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Though his cut has changed, his favorite hair dryer remains the same: the Solano 3700Moda Dryer! Rumor has it, Justin kept stealing the dryer from his stylist, Jessica Price. And we see why he’s obsessed. The compact, weight balanced dryer provides the latest, cutting-edge technologies to create beautiful, healthy hair (long or short, guy or girl)!

What do you think of Justin’s new ‘do? Love it, hate it, or indifferent?

Julianne Hough’s Secrets for Flawless Skin

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We’ve all seen the Proactiv commercials featuring the gorgeous Julianne Hough, but it’s hard to believe that someone with such a flawless face once struggled with acne. We recently got the opportunity to find out first hand why she was drawn to the brand.

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It turns out, after long hours on “Dancing with the Stars,” Hough says she started to seriously battle with pimples for the first time. She turned to Proactiv to restore her clear complexion – and confidence. By using the classic Proactiv 3-Step System (which includes the Renewing Cleanser, Revitalizing Toner and Repairing Treatment) Hough was able to banish her blemishes and once again focus on her career, not her acne.

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Aside from Proactiv, what is Julianne’s secret to a bright, clear complexion? Exercise! Working out increases blood circulation which helps naturally promote healthy, glowing skin. So put the concealer aside and start sweating for your most beautiful skin yet. Just don’t forget to follow your workout with your favorite Proactiv regimen!

For a quick fix, we also love the brand’s Refining Mask. Apply before bed to spot treat stubborn pimples and heal blemishes while you sleep.

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What is your favorite Proactiv product?

Finally, A Solution to Split Ends!

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With 56% of women reporting to have them, split ends are a top sign of damage, making hair look frizzy and unhealthy. Until now, the only solution women had to fix damaged ends was a visit to the salon for a cut. Since split ends can form quickly with daily styling, regular haircuts aren’t practical. Finally, there is a true, at-home repair solution for split ends that actually provides a fresh, salon-cut look and feel every day – the new Nexxus® Salon Hair Care ProMend line.

This revolutionary line heals up to 92% of split ends together in one use, for true repair. While maximum split end repair can be achieved when the ProMend products are used together as a system, you can mix and match based on personal hair care needs and still see noticeable results.

Our personal favorite is the Split End Biding Overnight Crème which works to mend split ends and nourish hair while you sleep. The formula absorbs quickly, and even smells great, so it won’t leave an unpleasant residue on your pillow. The result – dramatically stronger, silkier hair when you wake up in the morning. No more saying goodbye to precious inches at the salon every six weeks!
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The full line of products can be found at your local grocery or drug store for prices ranging from only $9.99-$14.99.