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Wacky Fantasy Nail Art Has Its Own Olympics

Odd but True: Nailympics 2010, the global ‘Olympic Games of fake nails... in Britain, of course! Gotta love these talons... The British love bizarre contests but they've all scrathed the surface until this one that digs deep! I've seem some crazy, freaky long nails in my time, mostly on my old bank teller. Come to think of it, on many bank tellers. They're the kind of nails that curl to no end and create all sorts of strange hygienic visions that I'd rather skip. Nailympics 2010 at the Olympia Beauty Show in London However, every once in a while there are some ultra fantastc, super exotic works of nail art and now they have their own "Olympics" of sorts. The

Impromptu Madness with Sharon Haver and Brad Boles- Episode 2, Plastic Surgery Pitfalls

Celebrity Chit Chat Video... On this show: Sharon and Brad talk housewife to housewife: Enough is enough with too much plastic surgery and why not to use those freaky face tapes. The best of Cher and beauty to accept yourself. Sharon Haver is the founder and editor in chief of FocusOnStyle.com. Brad Boles is the editor at large and also a reappearing cast member and Jill Zarin's gay husband on The Real Housewives of New York City Watch the episode.... >> MORE Impromptu Madness >> LISTEN to Sharon & Brad on blogtalkradio >> MORE FocusOnStyle videos on Youtube Sharon is wearing an Acne jacket, Barney's COOP T-shirt, and Nicole Farhi necklace, her own of course. .

Red Carpet Hairstyles- Emmy’s Up Do Makes Up For Fashion Downers

Anna Paquin wearing Alexander McQueen & uber glamourous updo hairstyle stole the show! Sorry, we'd be lying to say that the Emmy's was a mega fashion extravaganza. A few minutes post event and we cannnot remember who wore what. With one very gorgeous exception... Heidi Klum with her updo at the Emmy's Anna Pacquin in a fantastical, yet chic, Alexander McQueen black gown with a heavily embellished gold bodice stole the show hands down. To be fair, there were a few other dresses that probably looked lovely in person but looked either odd or dull on television. Ironically, it is a TV awards show so one would think that the stylists were able to pull photogenic dresses?! There was a

FORGET the Injectibles With These 2 Beauty Products for Dark Circles and Smile Lines

Cle de Peau Concealer & Givenchy Mister Light are almost like a trip to the derm WITHOUT the needles to cover dark circles and minimize smile lines Raccoon eyes and marionette lines GONE with the right makeup! It's no secret that my undereye dark circles could scare children. It's a hereditary blessing that there is not much to do about other than find the perfect concealer or get a shot of filler from the dermatologist. Cle De Peau Concealer For the time being, I'd like to SKIP the injectibles and rely on effective beauty products that do the trick. Since my go-to concealer was discontinued, I have accumulated a drawer full of replacements that are either too pink, too dry,

How To Apply Makeup in 5 Minutes- Fast Beauty Tips

The 5 minute makeover for the pretty lady on the go! Every woman can benefit from knowing how do the 5-minute face-- even ones who claim to not have the time when it comes to their makeup. Follow Brigitte Bigeard's makeup tips to look even more amazing in no time. No excuses! --S.H. Whether you're a busy mom, business woman, interviewing for a job or just pinched for time, here is a fast and easy stress-free way to do your makeup. The 5-Minute Face: Once you've washed and moisturized your face, follow with a good makeup primer for long lasting foundation and smooth results. Follow with a good foundation adapted to your skin type. Try and avoid the eye area.

Red carpet hairstyle tips: Easy, breezy hair is the perfect compliment to a done-up cocktail dress I love Kristen Stewart's modernity when it comes to her edgy individual style! It all about the contrasts that makes this red carpet look personal... The embellished white dress that she wore to the "Twilight Eclipse" premiere in Los Angeles could get a bit heavy (read: old) with fussy hair. A heavy dress and overly done hair is an instant way to add unwanted years to your appearance, even if you are are a starlet! Instead of a pairing the ornately embellished Elie Saab dress with a super coiffed hairstyle for the red carpet, Kristen sported a more casual, easy breezy ageless updo that

Makeup and Acne Advice For Clear Skin

Put a kibosh on pimples with easy-to-follow beauty tips During a recent workshop the topic that kept coming up was acne. I have been there myself. There's nothing worse than that feeling of being self-conscious. Waking up on an important day to acne or a pimple can be so stressful. Makeup can help cover up the problem but in other cases it can accentuate it as well. Everyone is different so the solution isn't easy to find right away. I think the most important thing for everyone to remember is to wash your face properly everyday. Skincare tips to beat acne Many people do not wash their face before going to bed leaving traces of makeup. It is essential to

How to Get Kim Kardashian’s More Natural Makeup Look

Softer, prettier makeup makes for a very stunning & summery Kim Kardashian Lighten up and look amazing! Kim Kardashian is gorgeous but we have to admit that her makeup is usually a bit too Hollywood heavy for our New York taste. So when we saw this photo of Kim looking more natural, yet still VERY glamorous, we had to take note! We reached out to her makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic for some clue on how her look was achieved and ways for you to... Get Kim Kardashian's summer makeup look at home (Hint: the products are the end): "I went for a less dramatic look on Kim for the CEW awards. I love giving her a more natural look like

Red Carpet Beauty is Cannes Do Chic at the Cannes Film Festival

Top 2 Red Carpet Beauty Trends at the Cannes Film Festival: Smoky Eyes & Red Lips Top 2 Red Carpet Beauty Trends at the Cannes Film Festival: Smoky Eyes & Red Lips We've been giving you the head's up on top beauty trends and now you can see them in action, on the red carpet, and looking positively gorgeous! Our favorite look that's the easiest to pull off and the most flattering on a variety of ages is the smoky eye in combination with a pale, neutral mouth. We love it as an edgy day look or a smoldering evening look. >> READ our step-by-steps tips on How to Get Smoky Eyes Glam beauties like Carey Mulligan, Ellen Barkin, and

Eyebrow Grooming Tips to Look Instantly Polished, Prettier and Even Younger

Great looking brows are an instant beauty lift that you MUST never forget! How to keep your brows looking good The brow area helps open the eyes and gives your face the appearance of being well cared for, more relaxed, and even younger! You need to first find the right shape which in my opinion should be done by an expert. Once you've gotten the right look, you can easily keep the shape. Eyebrow waxing can be done in a salon in a matter of minutes! Keeping your eyebrows looking good is not difficult but needs regular maintenance. You can tweeze them all by yourself with a good tweezer and magnified mirror. Eyebrows in every shape and thickness to flatter

How to Photograph a Great Social Media Networking Avatar

DIY tips on how to take a rocking social avatar photo without hiring a professional photographer After the last article I wrote which discussed social media networking avatars many of you felt inspired and the need to take quick action! One reader said her avatar was basically laughable but she could not afford to hire a photographer. So, how do you get a great social media networking avatar without hiring a professional photographer? According to New York City portrait and wedding photographer Regina Fleming, most people use their cell phone or webcam to photograph their social media networking avatar. Regina's helpful tips for taking great photos with your cell phone or webcam: 1. Find good lighting. (Outdoors is usually

Natural Makeup Tips for a Better Than Bare You

Wearing no makeup is so easy, but about about a few natural makeup tips to look gorgeous and (almost) bare?! Shhhhh, don't tell anyone your makeup secrets and they will think that you aren't wearing makeup at all! Many women want their makeup to look natural. It's very easy to achieve this look with a few tips. A natural look is something that doesn't look overdone and goes with your skin tone as well as your personality. Start with a good concealer to take away those unwanted imperfections and then follow with your foundation. Applying a natural makeup backstage at Madrid Fashion Week Don't try to change your skin tone, match your face and neck so it looks the same.

Makeup and Beauty Tips to Look Fabulous At Age 50

Turning 50 can be amazing if you know what it takes to keep your gorgeous on... Don't freak out and throw in the towel once you turn 50! Understand the beauty secrets and makeup tips to keep you looking vital, timeless, and beautiful as we mature. Every day is a preparation for the days that follow. Take care of who you are today for what you will look like tomorrow. Always grow and tweak, and roll with life's punches to keep yourself looking vital, fresh, and modern. Never get set in your ways (that's the first way to look old and dated) and understand the little fixes and modifications to look beautiful at any age. And what's not to love

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