Beauty's Product RAVE: Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask

I have a face mask for every occasion. The Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask is now my official transition mask.By age sixteen I was doing weekly organic green clay masks. Still in all of my years of face mask connoisseuring I have never had more fun than I did just now with the Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask from Bliss. The sweetly scented peach colored gel instantly turns into a foam

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Total Beauty Bit: Urban Holiday Decay

TotalBeauty.com content:Urban Decay Deluxe EyeshadowsGuest review by TotalBeauty.com editor Sarah CarrilloMade for the daring, most of the 12 Urban Decay Deluxe Eye Shadow powders are intense and fluorescent -- anything but subtle.See review

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Beauty's Product RAVE: OPI La Collection de France

Parlez Vous OPI? Well, I most certainly do. I picked up this model's color from OPI's La Collection de France (launched on August 5) yesterday and J'adore. A muted lilac with grey undertones, it can appear completely grey with no natural light but the second light touches the surface it is a soft lovely purple. Very romantic and feminine. Louvre me Louvre me not is next on my list.

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Beauty Fortuity: Murad Skin and Lip (and nail) Therapy

My mani-pedi mania has caught up with me. In the name of research my nails have been mani-pedied to death. (By the way all of the research was worth it for just one pedi-colada.) But, as you well know I have patiently tried nail oils, even organic nail oils, to fix the peeling nastiness that reveals itself when the polish comes off. I thought I simply needed more patience. I had no idea that I al

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Total Beauty Blog Web Tour

Beauty Anonymous reviews YSL's fall eye shadow palette.Alison of the The Advice Sisters Guide to Life, Success & Happiness Blog thinks that Sue Devitt's Bermuda Triangle is a Great Way to Banish Wrinkles!Viva Woman discovers that baking soda really whitens her teeth!Looking for a lipgloss that will stay put and last a long time? Then check out The Makeup Divas review on the Mac Lustre Twins.F

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Total Beauty Bit: Brad Pitt + You = ?

TotalBeauty.com content:Celebrity Love Child GameMeet your beautiful offspring with Justin Timberlake ... or Barack Obama?!Ever wonder how gorgeous your features would be mixed with those of a celebrity baby daddy like David Beckham, Brad Pitt or Johnny Depp? Play this game to give birth to the dream baby you two would make together.Make your baby now!

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Beauty's Fashion: Diane von Furstenberg for Fall

Does this make you salivate too? I'm loving it. Check out more from Dame VF.

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Beauty's Fashion? Fair Trade Alpaca Hoodie from Mayu

Ok girls, I know, we have to talk. I have been dropping hints like Diddy drops other peoples albums. But it's time to give you the real deal. I'm headed to New York for the Spring Ready to Wear collections. My goal is to interview makeup artists (Nanette Lapore and Tommy Hilfiger lead artist interviews are booked!) and bring back the best hints, tips, and trends. I also have meet and greets with

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Beauty's Product: Goody Gossip Girl Headbands

I don't know why but I always write more eloquently when my hair is piled on top of my head with a headband fencing in the newly broken stallion that is my wavy mane. These new little gems from Goody are good enough for me and good enough for the Gossip Girls.The second season of Gossip Girl starts off steamy @ 8PM ET/PT on Monday, September 1, and the hot new cast member is the headband thanks t

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Total Beauty Byte: Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner

TotalBeauty.com content:Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel EyelinerGuest review by TotalBeauty.com editor Kristen Oldham-GiordaniThis little pot o' liner is awesome. It goes on easier than a traditional liquid liner -- especially if you use a quality fine-tip brush -- and actually lasts.See review

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Beauty's Product: Sale at Monkee's of Chapel Hill

Monkee's of Chapel Hill is one of the most precious boutiques in the triangle. If you are not going to make it to the beach this holiday weekend, why not take a vacation from life within the posh, cozy walls of Monkee's and pick up a few Jimmys for $25 a pair? Don't forget to ogle the new Tory Burch items for fall.

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Beauty's School: The Power of Makeup by Trish McEvoy

This morning in between checking patients in for botox, talking to my new favorite skin cueticals rep, and admiring the plastic surgeon's gorgeous jewelry I am reading Trish McEvoy's The Power of Makeup. Trish is clearly a woman who derives great pleasure from the artistry of making women beautiful. The book also provides keen insight into the evolution of the industry over the past 20 years and

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Beauty's Spa: Energy Healer Returns to the Triangle

Some of you were unable to get appointments with Sara Brown, the best energy healer I have ever worked with, when she was here briefly in April. (Check out the details on my last session with her.) Good news! She has returned to the triangle area for an extended period of time. When I called to ask if she would take referrals from Beauty's SPOT, she laughed her bubbly laugh, and said, "Yes, send

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Beauty's Adventure - Medi-Spa Worker Week

You may have noticed - my posts are popping up nocturnally this week. Would you believe me if I told you my day time hours are now filled with high intensity lasers being aimed at my armpits and soy wax being draping over the hairy regions of my face? Well yes, after my adventures in Neti Potting and tongue scraping, I suppose you would.But would you also believe me if I told you I’ve been checking patients in and out of permanent makeup appointments, YonKa Facials, and face lifts? It’s true! I'll be doing research all week at the best plastic surgeon's office in North Carolina.This practice

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Laura Mercier Cherries Noir Collection

Ms. Mercier's latest for fall. Gorgeous, isn't she? I'm going to Sephora for breakfast to get my hands on that new lip velvet. Get the lovely details on the full look here.

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Beauty's Product: Decleor Tonifying Lotion and Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2008

October is breast cancer awareness month. The beauty industry is in an incredible place to be every month and in October it is especially moving. I'll try and spare you the emoting, but to see a woman's industry come together, make a difference, and help those in need, well, it always gets me.According to the National Cancer Institute, aromatherapy may be used to naturally balance the mind, body

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Beauty's Product: Giovanni Bathe Body Bar from The Soap Opera

You may remember when I spilled the beans about my first beauty obsession, The Soap Opera. The beauty refuge, now an online store, is selling these delightful, triple-milled soaps from Whole Foods staple, Giovanni. I am not in love with Giovanni's hair care but they have launched a new organic body care line and a magnetic hair care line (whaaa?). These body bars, from the organic body care line,

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Beauty's SPOT is on Sephora's blog!!!

On what may be Beauty SPOT's best day ever, the lovely, talented writers over at Sephora's blog are featuring me today!! Beauty and the blog is one of my top 5 five blog picks. Having them feature my top five beauty picks is pretty much the coolest event ever and has left me with the excitement and writing skills of a sixth grader. Check out my top five Sephora picks here.

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Beauty's Travel Product: Clarisonic Travel Case

If you have waited until now to succumb to the Clarisonic revolution, you will in fact be rewarded. For a limited time Clarisonic is giving away the cutest little travel case and headband, if you order online. I use my Clarisonic at least three times a week and it truly helps my skin. I'm also getting ready to hit the road for a obtusely adventurous amount of travelling, so I'll need it! I can a

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Beauty's Travel: Yoga in Paradise

Ideally situated on a stretch of secluded powder-sand beach at the edge of a picturesque fishing village, Ceiba Del Mar offers an ambiance of luxury and comfort, suites with ocean views, beautiful Mexican and Mayan architecture – the perfect setting for a Yoga retreat. Just 20 minutes from Cancun Airport Ceiba de Mar is hosting a come one-come all Yoga Retreat this fall. Led by certified Yoga pr

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Beauty's Product RAVE: Juara Skincare

I know, I fall in love a lot with skincare products but I have finally met "the one." As in many of time's greatest love stories I'm left speechless by the beauty of the object of my affection. Admire the natural beauty of Juara with me...

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Total Beauty Web Tour!

Find out what yummy scented body souffle The Makeup Divas are all excited about.Monique at Beauty Girl Musings discovers it's what's on the inside that counts with Elizabeth Grant's Vitamin C Body Lotion.Viva Woman tells you how John Masters Organics Vitamin C Anti-Aging Serum & John Masters Organics Mandarin Maximum Moisture help to lighten up some of her pigmentation caused by sun damage.Be

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Beauty's Organic Product: NUBAR Carcinogen Free Polish and Cuticle Care Oils

My nails look like road kill. I realized I had a problem when I went to Priti Organic Spa in New York and the natural nail techs there gasped at the havoc chemical laden brands had inflicted on my precious beds. Since my mani-pedi addiction has caught up with me, I'm turning to NUBAR, a carcinogen -free polish and nail care line to turn the tide. Nubar’s delicious cuticle care collection comes in

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Beauty's Spa: Panchakarma Body Purification with the Chopra Center

It's Friday and I need some serious Panchakarma. This three step ancient Indian purification technique promises complete emotional and physical catharsis. The Chopra Center recommends engaging in the ritualistic healing process at the beginning of every season. Seeing as how fall is on its way and my entire life is changing, um yes I'll have some of that please. Check out the full low down here.

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Beauty's Product: Benefit Powderflage

Can benefit's packaging get any cuter? No it can't. They could sell tummy flumber, put it through their marketing department, and I'd still run to Sephora to try it out. So CUTE!

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The Premiere of Vivica A. Fox's Glam Gods on VH1

VH1 TV Shows Music Videos Celebrity Photos News & Gossip Are you going to watch the premiere of the new VH1 show Glam Gods? Premiering TONIGHT at 10 pm, AND featuring Charles Worthington London stylist, TIM ROGERS - it may be worth a look see. If for no other reason than to ogle hostess Vivica A. Fox. I personally need to get paid to watch reality television but now that it involves hair stylists, I'm torn.Twelve stylists from all walks of life move into an L.A. loft to compete for the coveted title of GLAM GOD. At stake: representation by a major styling agency, a celebrity spread in US

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Beauty's Product: Altru Home Fragrance

I'm a sucker for a pretty package. This results in some unpleasant boyfriend situations but almost always results in lovely candle selections.altru is a home fragrance collection consisting of candles, incense and oils- all inspired by the beauty and handcrafted artistry of cultures around the world. This pleasantly pungent line is beautiful outside and in, as more than 20% of all product proceed

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Daily Beauty Byte

See reviews Top 23 "As Seen on TV" Skin Products Find out which acne fighters, anti-aging creams and moisturizers are worth the shipping and handling fees Admit it: On nights you can't sleep you may stay up watching infomercials or checking out what Suzanne Somers is hawking on the Home Shopping Network. After an hour or so, those products all start to sound pretty great. But which ones are rea

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Watch, Comment, Win: The Women Behind the Women - a Documentary

The Women Behind The Women is a short documentary created by Hollywood producer Diane English and 16 year old journalist Cammie Nelson. Cammie spent three days on the set of The Women, English's latest all female cast and crew feature length film. The goal of Cammie's short visit is to find the definition of real beauty. Cammie sits with some of Hollywood's most powerful and externally beautiful

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Beauty's Product: Neil George Salon Launches Hair Care Line

These new hair care beauties promise to bring the locks of Cameron Diaz and Lindsay Lohan into your bathroom. Coiffure connoisseurs Amanda George and Neil Weisberg joined forces to open Neil George Salon in Beverly Hills. A blend of Amanda and Neil’s vision, Neil George salon redefines creativity and excellence in the world of hair artistry. This fall their first hair care collection is set to de

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Behind the Scences with Keira Knightley on the September Cover of Vogue

Read the full story here.

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Beauty's Travel Product: Molton Brown Travel Essentials Party

Molton Brown's oddly attracitve leather travel bags have long fascinated me in an oddly transfixing, J. Peterman kind of way. Bags that well made must have minor but essential roles in countless travel writings and their perfectly tailored seems always lead my imagination down the wanderlust path. Now Molton Brown is rolling out their travel essentials. From bathroom essentails to candles Molton

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