total beauty: holiday beauty gift guide

there's no denying the holiday season is now officially here, so there's no better time than now to start shopping for gifts. really, don't be a procrastinator! here's a fab list of suggestions, courtesy of Total Beauty, that should help...

Holiday Gift Guide: Beauty

Pretty picks for the product-obsessed

This is a TotalBeauty.com Health & Beauty article What do you get for the girl who has lipsticks and eye shadows for days? Something from our holiday gift guide, of course. These holiday palettes, brush sets and nail polishes are the must-haves of the season. See our holiday gift guide for beauty buffs

happy shopping!

total beauty: what your favorite nail color reveals about you

i often find myself drawn to the same shade of polish. yes, i have many shades and colors, and i love mixing it up depending on my mood, but pinks and purples are always my go-to shades. it has a lot to do with my personality, according to the following Total Beauty article.

 their descriptions are pretty accurate...

take a look for yourself ~ do you agree with the descriptions? let me know in the comments!

What Does Your Nail Polish Say About Your Personality?

your favorite nail polish shade reveals a lot about your inner self...

This is a TotalBeauty.com Nails article if you're anything like us, you have nail polish in every shade of the rainbow ... and then some. Then why, with all of those colors to choose from, do you keep going back to the same shade? It turns out your favorite nail color in your collection is actually an indicator of your personality type. See what your favorite nail polish color says about your personality.

total beauty: top 18 hair treatments

beautiful hair is coveted by us all, and while we take care of hair, you may be seeing all that fun in the sun is taking its toll. while there are a plethora of treatments on the market to help treat any damage you may have done, we just want to know which ones are the best, right? i know i certainly appreciate knowing what works before i make a purchase.

as you've already guessed, my favorite review site, Total Beauty, is one place i go to find fabulous, honest reviews ~ i love that they assemble those reviews into lists to help...

so, if your tresses are in need of some TLC, check out this list of some of the best products for your hair!

18 Best Hair Treatments for Healthy Hair

See which treatments revived reviewers' damaged, dry hair

This is a TotalBeauty.com Hair Care article Sometimes, you need to give your hair a little TLC. Especially in the summer, when heat, sun and chlorine exposure can leave your hair damaged and looking a little rough. Reviewers swear by these hair treatments to reverse their summer-fried hair. See the best hair treatments

NO. 18: GARNIER FRUCTIS SLEEK AND SHINE MOROCCAN SLEEK OIL TREATMENT, $4.89

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.0

"It makes my hair silky, soft ... conditioned but without any oil[y] feel," writes one reviewer.

NO. 17: PHYTO 9 ULTRA-DRY HAIR NOURISHING DAY CREAM WITH 9 PLANT EXTRACTS, $28

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.3

This treatment "does an amazing job moisturizing ... without build up," says one reviewer.

NO. 16: OSCAR BLANDI JASMINE SMOOTHING HAIR TREATMENT, $27

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.3

"Using a little bit eliminated any need to put in leave-in [conditioner] after my shower," says one reviewer.

Want to see the No. 1 hair treatment? Click Here!

Total Beauty: phone cases for beauty lovers

if you love fabulous accessories and own a smartphone, it's definitely a good idea to dress it up with a stylish case! if you love beauty products, these suggestions from Total Beauty are certainly worth checking out...

6 Best Phone Cases for the Beauty-Obsessed

Show off your cult-classic beauty taste with your smartphone

This is a TotalBeauty.com nails article Since cell phones might as well be glued to our hands, think of your case as a permanent accessory. While it's easy to swap out your rings or bracelets, a smartphone case is something you need to pair with every outfit -- like a classic pair of black stilettos or your go-to ballet flats. You want it to be chic and streamlined, but also original. And if you're the beauty-obsessed type like I am, you'll love these sleek cases that feature a pretty lipstick or a classic mirror. See phone cases

tell me: which one is your favorite?

Total Beauty: new ingredients to add to your beauty routine

skincare products have a special place in my heart, so {naturally} it's always exciting for me to discover and learn about new technology and the formulations they're being used in.

this list from Total Beauty will help you learn more about some of these new ingredients, already creating buzz, and should you decide to try them out, be a fabulous boost to your current beauty routine...

7 New Skincare Ingredients To Get Excited About

Retinols and glycolic acids are so yesterday. Get updated on the new buzz-worthy skin care ingredients

This is a TotalBeauty.com Skin care article When it comes to the beauty products we use everyday, skincare is where the science is. New skin care ingredients and skin care advancements are being discovered practically every day. The tried and true concoctions should still hold a place in your skin care regimen (don't skimp on the SPF and don't give up on retinol just yet!), but there are new and exciting skin care ingredients that you should introduce into your regular routine. Click ahead to get the 411 on the special skincare ingredients you should try. See ingredients

Total Beauty: must-have beauty for march 2013

it's the start of spring, beauties, and that means new product launches! yes, i realize that new goodies are practically released daily, but this is the time of year that brands really punch up the wow...

from makeup to hair treatments, your favorite brands have you covered. take a look at this round-up of the best beauty releases and say hello to what will certainly be a most beautiful spring...

8 March Beauty Buys You Can't Pass Up

Spring is almost here! Celebrate March by snagging these new beauty must-haves

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup article Another month means another batch of beauty products, but March in particular has something a little more special hitting shelves. March marks the beginning of spring, which means many brands hold out until the third month of the year to release their best campaigns and products. From Estee Lauder's Mad Men collection to Jo Malone's Sugar & Spice Collection, we've rounded up the top product launches. See products

Total Beauty: 25 best polish names...ever

some of the most gorgeous nail polish shades also boast the best names. if you're a lacquer lover, you know exactly what i'm talking about. from OPI's Don't Know...Beets Me {a deep yet bright pink cream} to Butter London's Gobsmacked {a glittery charcoal grey}, the following list, compiled by the lovely folks at TotalBeauty.com, features some fabulous picks.
take a look...

The Top 25 Best Nail Polish Names Of All Time

From spot-on color descriptors to clever double entendres, we rounded up the best shade names of all time

This is a TotalBeauty.com nails article Sure, the color of nail polish in the glass bottle is a big deal, but the next thing you do is flip the bottle over to read the name written on the bottom. If that name makes you roll you eyes, it's going back on the shelf. If it makes you laugh out loud, there's a good chance it's getting painted on your fingers and toes. We compiled a list of the 25 best nail polish names that are clever, funny, and just simply spot-on. Click ahead to see if your favorites made the list. see polish names

tell me: what are some of your favorite nail polish names??

Total Beauty: cult-classic beauty products

what beauty product could you absolutely not live without? you'd flip at the mere rumor of its discontinuation, break into a letter-writing frenzy, building websites with petitions to stop the horrible event...??!

ok, you get my drift...

so, which product would it be? Essie Ballet Slippers nail polish? L'Oreal Elnett hairspray? for me, it would be my beloved Seche Vite, MAC Blotting Powder and Lancome Hypnose mascara.

no, my picks didn't make the following list, but i am a fan of the products that did! check it out for yourself and tell me if you agree...

8 Classic Beauty Products That Deserve Their Own Fan Clubs

No new products can get between these classics and their diehard devotees. Which one is your fave?

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup article Certain books, movies and TV shows are deemed "cult classics" due to their diehard fans and devoted following. We probably don't even have to tell you that beauty products are no exception to this phenomenon. In a world where new palettes and lipsticks are released every 10 seconds, today's mascara will quickly become a forgotten thing of the past. However, there are a select few beauty products that will likely live on forever. We've rounded up the cult classics that hold a special place in many women's hearts and makeup bags. Which one is your favorite? See classics

Total Beauty: Universally Flattering Makeup

hello beauties! hope you're enjoying your weekend...

here's a fun article from TotalBeauty.com i thought you'd enjoy, all about makeup in shades that work for every skintone. you'll find a few items on this list that i actually use, like Benefit Skinny Jeans Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow and Bobbi Brown's Beige Shimmer Brick.

take a look at the list {and great how-to tips!} and tell me if you agree with the picks...
  

11 Universally Flattering Makeup Shades

Finding a makeup hue that's flattering for your skin tone and undertone is a tricky business. We make it easy by showing you the 11 makeup products that work on everyone

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup article If you think universally flattering makeup doesn't exist, these 11 products will make you a believer. We asked celebrity makeup artist David Maderich to share which products he uses on all of his clients. From pale to dark and everywhere in between, see the 11 products Maderich says look amazing on every woman. See them

 

 

total beauty: 2012 hair trends...

from layered bobs and face-framing highlights to braided updos and warmed-up tones of hair, there are more than a few hair trends to choose from. this is especially fabulous if you're looking to change up your look in a subtle way or want a completely different look.

Total Beauty has complied a list of 2012 hair trends worth checking out. take a look...

10 New Hairstyle Trends to Try This Year

Ombre tips and faux bobs are so 2011. See the trends that stylists say will rule in 2012

This is a TotalBeauty.com hairstyles article If you're itching for a change this season, these new hairstyles will inspire you. Hint: The faux bob gets prettier and the ombre look gets a more natural-looking makeover for 2012. If you're looking to change up your hairstyle this season, read on. Get trends

which one do you want try?

Total Beauty: Keep Hair Healthy & Color Vibrant

while i've embraced the ombre trend by allowing my highlighted hair to grow out, i still can attest to the fact that keeping hair color looking fabulous and healthy is possible.

want to know some fab secrets for keeping your color-treated hair looking its best? check out this article from totalbeauty.com...

5 Expert Tips to Maintain Your Hair Color

You've finally got the color of your dreams -- and then you watch it fade before your very eyes. Find out how to maintain your hair's color now

This is a TotalBeauty.com hair color article Here's a happy scenario: You found the ultimate colorist and couldn't be happier with the color Mother Nature forgot to give you. Here's the sad follow-up: After a week of rockin' your new color, you realize your hair isn't as lustrous and vibrant as it was when you left the salon. What do you do? Check out these tips on how to lock in your color for good. Keep color

Total Beauty: Save Time on Your Beauty Routine

who doesn't want to save time when it comes to beauty prep? or at least be prepared with knowing the best products to use when the time comes around for such a situation?

from stick-on nail polishes to multi-purpose products, take a look at this fabulous article from Total Beauty to discover what you can do to save precious minutes when it comes to your beauty routine...

9 Best Timesaving Beauty Products

These amazing, multi-tasking beauty products will save you from wasting precious minutes in the morning

This is a TotalBeauty.com beauty tips article We know -- with everything you've got to do in the morning, you don't have time to futz with a complicated get-ready routine. That's why we talked to top makeup artists and got them to dish about the best multi-tasking products that are guaranteed to shorten your morning makeup routine. You know, so you can hit that luxurious snooze button just one more time. See products

Total Beauty: 8 Must-Have Makeup Trends for Fall

the spring runway trends are still fresh in my head at the moment, so it's fitting that i share this fab article from Total Beauty to jog my memory of the trends that are to be embraced now.

fall is, after all, my favorite season!

from rich lip shades to metallic smokey eyes, many of these beauty looks aren't new, but seeing them in current mags, on models, done in fantastically outrageous ways, can be overwhelming.

learn how they can me worn in a real-life-friendly way...

How to Wear Fall's Hottest Makeup Trends Without Looking Ridiculous

See the 8 hottest trends off the runway and learn how to make them wearable for your everyday

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup trends article While avant-garde makeup looks amazing in magazine spreads and on models strutting down the catwalk, the looks can end up looking ridiculous at the office or even when you're headed out for a Saturday night on the town -- until now! Our beauty expert fills us in on how to translate these trends into looks that are wearable. See how-tos

Total Beauty: Undo Stress-Induced Beauty Issues

when you're stressed, whether you like it or not, it shows up on your face. i don't know about you, but i do everything in my power to deflect stress. non-beauty-related things from journal writing, to daily exercise; getting together with friends and also spending time alone; all of these things help me keep the peace in my mind and body, which translates directly to how my face looks.

in the following article (courtesy of totalbeauty.com}, you'll find a handful of tips that may be helpful when it comes to keeping you looking happy and stress-free, under any circumstance...enjoy!

How to Ditch the Side Effects of Stress

See how stress affects your skin and learn how to reverse the damage

This is a TotalBeauty.com stress and women article According to New York City dermatologist David Goldberg, MD, when a person becomes stressed, the hormone cortisol rises causing skin to become oily, red and aged. So what can you do about it? Check out these easy lifestyle tricks that'll keep you looking good no matter what your stress level. De-stress

tell me: when you're stressed, what are your favorite beauty practices??

Total Beauty: The Best Movie Makeovers Ever

for beauty fans, makeover montages in movies are always the best part, right? my personal faves are Brittany Murphy in Clueless (sure, i watched the movie at least 10 times in the theater when i was 15, but don't ask me for a grand total to-date, LOL) and Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada (love, love, love!!!).

i'm happy to report that both made the list.

read on to see the other 9 best movie makeovers to see if you agree...

Our Favorite Movie Makeovers -- Ever

Despite being grown women, we all love a good movie makeover, don't we?

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article You laughed, cried and cheered all in the span of a two-minute makeover montage, so here are 10 of our favorite cinematic transformations. See makeovers

xo