Total Beauty: Celebrity Makeovers Wedding Edition

Celebrity Makeovers: Wedding Edition

Hilary Duff, LeAnn Rimes and Ginnifer Goodwin all have gone through mini-makeovers for their wedding. See them now

This is a TotalBeauty.com wedding makeup article Just like real people (i.e.: us), celebrities also like to revamp their hair color, lose some pounds and look prettier come wedding day. See a few celebs' wedding makeovers now. See pics

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Queen Helene Royal Curl Hair Care Review

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Have any of you ever experienced a change in hair texture? I have had straight hair all of my life. But, within the past year or so, I have noticed the texture of my hair slowly starting to change! At first I thought it was my imagination, but my hair colorist confirmed it! My super straight hair has started developing some waves! As someone who has admired curly hair for so many years, you would think I would be very excited about this. But, my hair is only wavy/kinky in certain spots. So, it can be frustrating to style my hair. 

The folks over at BeautyStat.com contacted me to see if I would like to review this new line of Royal Curl products from Queen Helene. I thought, "Hmm, maybe instead of fighting the waves/curls, I could use line designed for curls? Maybe I could actually coax more curl out of my hair?" BeautyStat.com felt that my interesting hair situation could make for a unique perspective on this product for a review!

A little more about my hair: As I mentioned, my hair is primarily straight. But, there are some wavy areas right at the crown of my head. My hair is very long and highlighted. Therefore, it is somewhat dry and damaged. My hair is fine in texture but very thick.

If you are curious about the new Royal Curl line from Queen Helene (and want to hear about an opportunity to win the Royal Curl Curl Shaping Creme), please keep reading after the jump!

Total Beauty: 12 Cheapie Mascaras That Work

12 Cheapie Mascaras That Work

You don't have to give a lot to take a lot. Check out readers' favorite drugstore mascaras

This is a TotalBeauty.com budget products article A good mascara can lengthen, volumize, and curl your lashes all without flaking or requiring paint thinner to remove it. The best part about mascara is that with this beauty product, price doesn't dictate quality. See products

No. 12: Rimmel London Lycra Lash Extender Mascara, $7.29

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.4

Readers call it the "best mascara I've tried in ages," and a "fab find for the $$."

No. 11: L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Original Mascara, $7.49

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.4

"It is the best mascara I have ever used -- even when compared to department store brands."

No. 10: Almay One Coat Nourishing Mascara Lengthening, $5.99

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.5

"My lashes are sparse and this mascara makes them look full and beautiful."

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My Oka b Online Giftcard discount winner is...

Happy weekend dolls!

Just a quick post to announce my OkaB Online Giftcard Giveaway winner!

Keep reading to find out who it is!

Beauty Spotlight: Link Love

Welcome to the Beauty Spotlight. Every other week our beauty blog team will shine a spotlight on their best posts. Expect them to bring you the latest, the greatest and the most fun to find beauty products the world over!

It's almost legendary how much I love coral--this week I went cuckoo for these five coral lipsticks. Which of these summer shades are must-haves on your list?

Rouge Bunny Rouge eyeshadows have grabbed the heart of Marcia from Beauty Info Zone.

Lisamarie from Beauty Crazed spent all last week drooling over the new Essie Braziliant collection and still can't pick a favourite - check out her digits and help her choose!

Pammy finds her "custom shade" with Stila's new Custom Color Blush at Pammy Blogs Beauty.

Visionary Beauty gets a surprise when the Laura Mercier Riveria Eye Quad, an unexpected acquisition turns out to be a really useful, high quality palette!

Want a facial in less than 60 secs? Try Colbert MD Intensify Facial Disks

Do you love facials, but feel you never have the time? Well, these Colbert MD Intensify Facial Discs might just be for you!

I have previously shyed away from other home microdermabrasion and chemical peel kits as I feared that they would be too strong for my super sensitive skin. Well, no worries about this product my fellow sensitives! These Facial Discs are highly effective, yet gentle too! The best of both worlds!!!

Using this product has become one of my favorite "treats" to myself! I honestly look forward to my bi-weekly usage of these discs! If you want to learn more about this product, please keep reading after the jump!

Total Beauty: Vitamins you really need

The Vitamins You Really Need

Nutritionists share the most important vitamins that should be on your radar, and how you can easily incorporate them into your diet

This is a TotalBeauty.com vitamins for women article As women we're obsessed with staying healthy and eating right, but figuring out which vitamins your body really needs can be majorly confusing. Our nutritionists break it down to just the necessities. Get them now

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Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion (review)

Have you ever heard of a shielding lotion?

According to Skin MD, Shielding Lotions provide(s) a natural barrier on top of the skin to protect it from outside chemicals and irritants. In addition, it also acts to keep the moisture and the oils in the skin so that the skin can heal itself...Shielding lotions are an effective dry skin treatment because they bond with the skin and protect it for long periods of time.

Not only do I personally have very dry skin, but also with my occupation as a Speech-Language Pathologist, I wash my hands and use antibacterial hand gel very frequently throughout the day. Needless to say, this wreaks havoc on my skin, hands, and cuticles. I literally am one of those people who has lotions and hand creams everywhere. On my desk, at my therapy table, in my purse, in my car, on my night stand, and next to every sink! I am determined to beat dry skin! But, even with those extra measures, my skin is dry. Especially my hands.

Skin MD is an eco-friendly company!!! This is a company with strong principals and ethical environmental practices.

Needless to say, I was excited to try this Skin MD Natural Shielding lotion! So, how did I like it? Keep reading after the jump to find out!

Total Beauty: 12 Amazing Makeup Primpers

12 Amazing Makeup Primers

Keep your makeup from melting off your face with these primers

This is a TotalBeauty.com best and worst makeup products article Makeup primers are crucial for keeping oil at bay, filling in fine lines, and providing a smooth canvas for your foundation to stick to. So, if you don't have one yet, choose from these reader-approved favorites. See the best

No. 12: Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy Luminizing Face Primer, $19.99

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.8

"I love that post-gym workout glow and I can achieve that (minus the workout on those lazy days!) with Carmindy's Luminizing Primer."

No. 11: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer SPF 15 with Dermaxyl Complex, $42

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.9

"My makeup stays on all day and night. And, it also minimizes my pores, which is a plus."

No. 10: Bare Escentuals Prime Time Brightening Foundation Primer, $21

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8

"I have tried many primers and this one actually does what it says! I am a Mineral Makeup girl, and this definitely sets it for the day."

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Stila Custom Color Blush: review

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With my penchant for blushes, I just had to try out this new Stila Custom Color Blush!!!

So, i just love the idea of this product! A blush that "adjusts" to your own personal shade? The concept reminds me of the mood ring that I used to wear in middle school, lol!!! I am SURE many of you had those??? But, seriously, they make mood lipgloss and nailpolishes so why not a "mood blush"?

I was thrilled when I stumbled upon this pretty blush when browsing online to spend my Birchbox points! So, with my Birchbox points, this blush ended up being "free" for me! What is Birchbox? Check out my Birchbox Intro Post! But, if not redeeming points, this blush will cost you about $20.

Not only am I intrigued by the concept of a Custom Color Blush or a "self-adjusting mood blush",  but also I flat out love the color of the product in the pan! But, will it wear that color on me??? Please keep reading for my review, swatches, and photos!

NuMe Professional Styling Tools Giveaway: Winner Announcement!!!

Hello Beauties!!!

Thanks so much to all of you for entering this giveaway! I have been in contact with NuMe and they have selected the winner!

So, who is the lucky winner? Please keep reading to find out!

Clinical Organics (Part 3): The Specialty and Treatment Products

Hello lovlies! It is time to wrap up the rest of my Clinical Organics reviews! I will conclude this series by reviewing the "specialty" products in this line. These are all very unique products from this new,  innovative, and eco-conscious boutique skincare line. All of these products came from my Clinical Organics Limited Edition Preview Pack.

If you haven't had a chance already, please check out my Brand Introduction and Cleanse/Tone review as well as my Moisturize/Treat post. There are many items in the Clinical Organics "skincare with a conscience" Skincare line that I truly enjoy using and will continue to use.

For reviews on Clayolin (mask), exfolate (manual exfoliator), phytogel (repair and hydrating gel), and kojic complex (hyperpigmentation and brightening), please keep reading after the jump.

The Clinical Organics Preview Pack:

Total Beauty: 16 Best Anti-Aging Products

Look Younger with 16 Best Anti-Aging Products

There are so many anti-aging skin care products out there, but we suggest saving your money for the ones that really work from this list

This is a TotalBeauty.com anti-aging skin care article We scoured thousands of Total Beauty reader reviews in order to bring you a list of the best items. From that search, we found the anti-aging products women not only love, but also swear by to turn back the clock. Get products

No. 16: Murad Essential-C Daily Renewal Complex, $92

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.1

"After using it for about six weeks, my skin tone is much more even, the dark blotches on my neck have faded noticeably, and my fine lines are fading."

No. 15: Olay Regenerist Regenerating Serum, $27.74

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.1

"The reduction in the 'laugh' lines is amazing and my skin looks and feels so much smoother."

No. 14: Philosophy Turbo Booster C Powder, $25

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.2

"You know something is going right when your husband of 10 years tells you your face is looking good -- with no makeup on!"

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Total Beauty: 3 Perfect-for-Summer Scents!

3 Perfect-for-Summer Scents

See an editor's favorite picks for the warmer months ahead

This is a TotalBeauty.com perfume article Summer scents make you feel light, airy and refreshed in a single spritz -- who wouldn't want that? Here are three I'll be spraying a lot come the solstice ... Get fragrances

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Total Beauty: This week's lunchbox makeover!

See This Week's Lunchbox Makeover

This is round two of our staff lunch makeovers by a celebrity nutritionist. Get her healthy suggestions now

This is a TotalBeauty.com women diets article We asked natural health/beauty expert Kimberly Snyder to critique Total Beauty staffers' lunches. We wanted her honest opinion on the choices we're making and her professional recommendations for what we should be eating instead. Check it out and get tips to make over your lunch in the process. Get healthy tips

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Clinical Organics Skincare review (part 2): Moisturize/Treat

Hello my dears! It is time for Part 2 of my Clinical Organics Skincare review series. Here is my Clinical Organics Brand Introduction and Cleansers/Toner Review!!! Be sure to visit that Intro post if you haven't already! :) I am continuing to review my Limited Edition Preview Pack. 

If you are looking for an eco-friendly skincare brand with great ethics and gentle, yet effective, products, then you must check out this new boutique skincare line by Clinical Organics! The products are loaded with effective organic and pure ingredients. They don't add any unnecessary fragrance or bulking agents. Plus, the packaging is "precycled" and simple (no frills here ladies)! The company contributes a portion of each sale to a non-profit organization (KIVA.org). Overall, Clinical Organics seems to be very environmentally friendly and socially conscious. 

The Full Line

For my reviews of the Clinical Organics Restore Celluar Renewal Lotion, Hyaluronique Drenching Hydration, and Lipocient Eye, please keep reading after the jump!

The Preview Pack: