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Must-Have Beauty Products For Your Gym Bag

Hello Beautiful — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:30:56 +0000

Go on and admit it, you, like thousands of others made a New Year’s resolution to get into the gym to be healthier or to just work off the hips that suddenly appeared because of all the good holiday fixin’s you just couldn’t pass up.

Kudos to you if you’re holding steadfast to your resolution 32 days into 2012, but let’s be real, my focus isn’t on your gym goals, but on the stylish essentials every woman must have in her gym bag before she steps foot out of her house.

REFRESH YOURSELF AFTER A WORKOUT…

Let’s say you just worked out mid-workday & didn’t break a sweat and aren’t emitting a strong aroma, a great product to use to feel refreshed before you return to work sans the shower is Nature’s Beauty Works All-Purpose Cleansing Wipes, Peppermint. This mini, super totable container has single hypo-allergenic sheets you can use to wipe down your face, body and hands. Also comes in fragrance-free & grapefruit scents. Love the size of this little cutie.

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I Need This: Amica Style’s “Azzy Zebra Bracelet”

Hello Beautiful — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:45:47 +0000

Former celebrity make-up artist, Danielle Premone, unveiled her new Amica Style’s collection of fabulous accessories at the Indique Hair Boutique, last week. The collaboration gave jewelry lovers the opportunity to browse and mingle with media and celebrities including Fat Joe and Alesha Renee while sipping St. Claire Vodka.

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Among the items was the “Azzy Zebra” bracelet. Retailing for between $50-$60, the lustrous piece was the standout among the bunch!

Amica Style’s bracelets have been worn by celebs such as Ashanti, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Angela Simmons, Estelle, Lance Gross and more.

Order your bracelet, here.

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5 Bold Winter Lipsticks Under $25 [PHOTOS]

Hello Beautiful — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:15:36 +0000

Ladies, just because it is winter does not mean our favorite bright and girly colors have got to go! Stay bright and fab this winter with colored lipstick. This trend is taking fashion by storm! With so many color options, keep your glam-game up with colorful and luscious lips. That means our favorite pinks, reds and nudes are this winter’s most colorful makeup trend.

Not only do these lipsticks make your lips stand out, they moisturize and glamorize as well. These lipsticks are also super affordable as well.

Check out these 5 fab colors under $25 and let me know which ones are your favorite!

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Halle Berry Launches Shoe Line With Deichmann Shoes!

Hello Beautiful — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:30:11 +0000

Aside from constant legal run-ins with her ex-Gabriel Aubry, Halle Berry is busy at work designing her shoe line in collaboration with Deichmann shoes!

Halle showcased her ’5th Avenue by Halle Berry’ collection in Germany this week! (Click here, for pictures)

You would expect Halle’s line to consist of sky-high heels, but that is not so. ’5th Avenue by Halle Berry’ uses a mix of medium to low heels.

“Women have always loved shoes. It’s like if your hair is not right and your shoes are not right, the woman is not right. If both of them are right, you’re pretty much OK.” said Halle. She continued “And shoes are a statement. They can be very sexy; they can say something about where you are in the day; they can say what your mood is; they give you a chance to accessorize. And I’m a girl that loves to change my shoes all the time. It’s an expression of who you are really. I’m a girl if I find a shoe that I really like I like to get them in all colours. I’m big on that.”

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8 Winter-Ready Sweater Dresses For Under $50

Hello Beautiful — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:00:52 +0000

Just because it’s wintertime doesn’t mean that you can’t still wear some frocks. Think thick-knitted, long-sleeved and, of course, with a pair of opaque stockings! Besides, now you can get away with wearing something oversized, not body-hugging (after all, some of us are still working on our New Year’s Resolution)!

Sabrina Sweater Dress
$19.99

Long-sleeve Turtleneck Sweater Dress
$24.99

Aran Sweater Dress In Twist Yarn
$25.07

Material Girl Sweater Dress (Scoop Neck Three-Quarter Sleeve Beaded Tunic)
$26.99

Knitted Dress With Scoop Neck
$31.33

byCORPUS Sweater Dress
$39.99

Lucca Couture Velvet-Trim Sweater Dress
$39.99

Exclusive Cable Sweater Dress
$46.55

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10 Skin Care Resolutions You Need To Make For 2012

Hello Beautiful — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:00:33 +0000

What’s your New Year’s Resolution? How about improving your skin with these easy-to-remember tips? Sleeping in your makeup or skimping on sunscreen can have more effects on your skin than you think. Stay looking young by…

MOISTURIZE AFTER SHOWERING
We all know a warm shower strips skin of oils. Face creams and body lotions are excellent substitutes, as long as you apply them correctly. Keep body lotion right in the shower. Seeing it will remind you to apply it when your skin is damp, within ten minutes of turning off the water. Choose a body lotion with a flip top because pump bottles allow water in, and that can lead to bacteria.

TAKE OFF YOUR MAKEUP AT NIGHT
You’ve known since middle school that makeup can mix with skin oils and dirt to cause zits. Cosmetics can also trap in skin-damaging free radicals that float in the air (think: bus exhaust)! So, try washing your face as soon as you get home. At the very least, remove your mascara. Try keeping face wipes on the bedside table. Tear open, swab, slumber.

CLEAN UP AFTER THE GYM
If your gym doesn’t have a shower or you’re still to shy to use them, wear moisture-wicking clothes (Nike and Lululemon make them) and pack salicylic acid Stridex pads in your gym bag. Swipe the face, back, and chest after class, and change into a clean, dry T-shirt. Back home, hop into the shower as soon as possible.

CLEAN YOUR MAKEUP BRUSHES
You should clean your brushes once a week, but most don’t. Instead, wash your tools monthly with a liquid hand soap or baby shampoo and lukewarm water, then rinse well, squeeze out the excess water, reshape, and allow the brushes to dry thoroughly by balancing them over the sink. Weekly, spritz them with antibacterial spray and dry with a tissue.

STICK WITH THE PROGRAM
Waiting for a new skin treatment to show results can be a test of patience. A good anti-aging cream can take six weeks, so don’t give up. That goes for skin lighteners and acne products, too. But if nothing has changed by week six, the product will never work for you. Time to move on. GET THE REST HERE!

Nicki Minaj Viva Glam Lipstick Coming This February!

Hello Beautiful — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:45:25 +0000

Two years ago, Nicki Minaj collaborated with Mac cosmetics for her “Pink Friday” lipstick, which sold out every Friday night during the short stint that they were available.

Her sassy pink lip stains are back, this time with Viva Mac Glam! A photo of the pretty cosmetic appeared on Instagram with the caption:

“Nicki Minaj Viva glam coming in Feb. left to right…. Flamingo, nicki, pink pigeon. Haven’t tried it on, but it look hot. BOOM BUHDOOM BOOM BAYBEH #mac #lipstick #vivaglam”

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Ericka Dotson Welcomes HelloBeautiful To The Indique Hair Showroom! [VIDEO]

Hello Beautiful — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:30:15 +0000

Hair extensions have become the ultimate accessory! It can be an indicator of style, wealth and personality. But a good weave is hard to find. Between blending, matching colors, choosing lengths and human vs synthetic hair; you are bound to generate a headache or two!

The great thing about Indique hair is that they are leaders in the whole “Indian Remy” hair trade. Ericka Dotson welcomed HelloBeautiful to their showroom for a tour of the lavish setup!

In case you’re wondering what “Remy Hair” is, see below:

Remy Hair does not tangle! Remy hair has all the attributes of natural flowing hair. It wears and washes with ease. It has cuticles that are running the same direction from root to end. It is sewn onto the weft the same direction your hair grows naturally so it falls effortlessly and is all natural.

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7 New Fun Drugstore Beauty Buys For Under $10

Hello Beautiful — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:15:34 +0000

It’s always nice to start off the new year with some new makeup. Even nicer? Getting great stuff for (way) under 20 bucks. Here, the seven drugstore finds Allure is dying over right now:

L’Oréal Paris Infallible Eye Shadow

With a supremely soft, velvety texture, these powder shadows blend easily over lids. And, while they look like pressed loose pigments, you will never end up with flakes under your eyes or all over the sink. The best shades are the ones with a hint of iridescence, in jewel-tones like amethyst (Perpetual Purple) and sapphire (Midnight Blue), and rich metals like gold (Eternal Sunshine) and pewter (Bronzed Taupe). The best part? These gorgeous shadows are long-wearing to boot. $7.95.

Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter

You know those tinted lip balms that say they’re tinted but don’t actually show up at all? Well, these are not them. These moisturizing balms have enough pigment in them to show up on your lips, but in a subtle, fresh way that doesn’t feel like you’re wearing a heavy lipstick. The best part is that the colors are actually bold and bright— we love Candy Apple, a juicy, cherry red; Tutti Frutti a vibrant orange; and Sweet Tarte a pink that’s bright enough to look fun but not too trendy. $7.49.

NYX Faux Lashes Mascara

This mascara has everything you want—it lengthens, separates, and thickens lashes thanks to the long, thin brush that literally combs your fringe into place. The other thing that caught my eye was the intense pigment. It’s blacker than black, so even with two coats your lashes look dark. Layer it on and you really add some drama. $6.00.

Get the rest at Allure!

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Style Trend: Oversized Studs

Hello Beautiful — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:45:25 +0000

Studs have always been a go-to accessory thanks to their simplicity and sophistication, but this season try taking it up a notch and make a bold statement with the latest trend: oversized studs. The great thing about this new trend is that, unlike chandeliers, they aren’t heavy and won’t weigh your earlobes down.

Smooth and Hammered Stud Earrings $10.74 at asos.com

Oversized Sundial pave/leather stud earring $25 at BaliCatina

Oversized Black Diamond Studs $70 at baublebar.com

Faceted resin stone stud earrings $5.37 at asos.com

Oversized Black Panther Stud Earrings $12.80 at bluedame.com

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