My Love Affair with Tata Harper Skincare

Tata Harper Body OilAside from our dog, my husband and I don’t have any kids…yet. However, I do wonder, when the time comes and we’ve got little ones running around, will we have a favorite? I’ve never met anyone who has admitted they have one but are they lying?

For pretty much everything else in life, we all have favorites: a favorite food, movie, stuffed animal, song, and of course, beauty product. Granted, these are all material things. But, when it comes to beauty, I take my favorites seriously. So, when I tweeted over the holidays that I was heading to Florida and packing a new skincare line that was just sent to me, I didn’t expect that I’d fall so hard for it. Since that trip last month, I’ve been to St. Barths, Columbus and New York and Tata Harper Skincare products have accompanied me on every leg.

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Girl’s Night Out Event Tickets on Sale Now!

Join me for an incredible evening Feb. 8th (6-9pm) at Chicago’s Hub 51 and leave with hundreds of dollars worth of products (Clinique lipsticks, Phyto haircare, Clarins skincare), gift certificates for beauty treatments including a haircut and blowout at Charles Ifergan Salon, fitness services, shopping discounts, and more!

I’ll be sharing my best time-saving beauty secrets while you’re filling up on food, drinks and desserts and winning high-value raffle prizes. We’re giving away a Furla bag, bugaboo stroller, $500 worth of Clarins skincare, and more! All tickets include your choice of an express manicure or brow shaping!

Click HERE to purchase your ticket! More details below. Hope to see you and your friends there!

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Good Day Columbus: The Beauty Girl’s Quick Makeup Tips


This past Thursday I did a live segment on “Good Day Columbus” sharing my tips for looking great and put together in just a few minutes.

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Exclusive Beauty Girl Discount on My Favorite Winter Wear

Majestic shirtsI’ve got an enemy. I’ve tried everything humanly possible to reconcile my feelings, but the truth is, we just don’t get along — me and the cold. No matter which angle I confront it, these damn icy temps are flat out rude. How can I not take it personally when this bugar-freezing weather beats my hair into a flat, static mess, corrupts my skin and attacks my bones with an unrelenting chill.

All of that said, I’m not letting this battle end in defeat. I’ve discovered the ultimate armor that soothes my “burr” like a cup of hot cocoa. It’s called Majestic clothing.

Majestic tops are as cute as they are cozy and have become my winter uniform. The shirts come in a variety of melt-in-your-hand fabrics and in a range of styles including turtlenecks, tanks and long sleeves. I love that the shirts are cuddly but not clumpy. In fact, they’re incredibly thin and lightweight, which makes them ideal for layering.

Normally, they sell for around $90 on the company website and are even more expensive at retail (they’re sold at Nordstrom). But, Majestic was kind enough to extend a special 15% discount to The Beauty Girl readers. Enter “Thebeautygirl” in the promo code box at checkout. Offer ends Feb. 1, 2011. Happy Shopping!

Click here to start shopping! If you need help, I included this pic featuring some of my favorite styles, including my all-time favorite all-purpse turtleneck.

 

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Memories: The Beauty Girl Event Highlights 2010

Before we ring in the New Year, here’s a look back at some of my favorite TBG events. The Beauty Girl has a lot in store for 2011 so stay tuned! Happy New Year!  xo, Nicole Pearl, The Beauty Girl

The Beauty Girl Does Fashion’s Night Out with SHE Boutique

Stationed in the center of the store, I shared my tips, picks and how tos with eager shoppers.

Me with She Boutique owner, Nicolette.

Hefty gift bags, mini manicures and a DJ got people in the shopping mood.

The Beauty Girl’s Red Lipstick Night at True Skin Care Center

Posing with Dr. Steven Dayan, founder of the True Skin Care Center.

Sephora makeup artists helped each guest find her perfect red. The place was packed with smiling red-lipped lovelies oozing a newfound confidence.

Sharing my beauty secrets and picks with event goers.

Judging the “Kiss the Canvas” contest where the winners took home major beauty loot.

The winning Kiss!

Gift bags bursting with goodies.

In addition to food and drink, guests enjoyed smile makeover consultations.

My top 10 Dos & Dont’s for wearing a Red Lip.

Amazing beauty packages were raffled off, with proceeds from the night’s events going to the Bartels family charity.

The Beauty Girl Presents a Fall Fashion & Beauty Preview with Intermix Boutique

Along with exclusive shopping discounts and a fashion show highlighting the season’s best beauty and fashion trends, guests enjoyed complimentary airbrush tans from Ortanic.

Me with founders of Ortanic.

Exaggerated liquid liner was one of the season’s trends.

Modeling the season’s blue smoky eye.

Bubbly for guests to enjoy.

No one leaves a Beauty Girl event without a Gift Bag.

The Beauty Girl’s Insider Secrets to Bridal Beauty Event at Michelle Rahn Bridal Salon

The girls enjoyed free brow shaping, apps from Le Colonial, St. Germain liqueur and luxe gift bags.

 

Brides-to-be taking mental notes during my presentation.

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BGTV “IT” Pick — Dry Shampoo

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WGN TV Segment: Fashion & Beauty Looks for Every Holiday Occasion

 

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Holiday Nails

A hint of shimmer is always healthy for the holidays, and your nails are the perfect place for it. Right now I’m loving these CND’s Colour Effects metallic polishes. Metallics have been around for awhile, but these shades are spot on. The opaque formulas give you full coverage and their super shiny, not glittery, finish creates a futuristic look that’s very high fashion. I’m wearing Gold Chrome on my nails and Copper Chrome on my toes.

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Holiday Gift Guide

Makeup Lover (top left): If you like “all you can eat” buffets, you’ll love Sephora’s Blockbuster Palette with 187 makeup items. $48 ($435 value); www.sephora.com. Art Enthusiast (top right): For someone who appreciates form and function: Kiehl’s Creme de Corps formula is the most moisturizing and now has the most beautiful packaging, too. Tulips, artwork of contemporary artst Jeff Koons adorn the limited-edition bottles that range from $27-$70. Proceeds will be donated to The Koons Family Institute, a center for missing children. www.kiehls.com. Fashionista (center):Beyonce meant it when she said “Put a ring on it.” Her sexy fragrance now comes in a solid that’s housed in a chic cocktail ring. $35; available at Macy’s. Safe Bet (bottom right):Gifting a candle is no longer lame. These glamorous Molton Brown medio candelas are anything but generic. They’re made with essential oils, come in variety of scents and are extremely handsome. $49, each; www.moltonbrown.com. Dirty Santa (bottom left):This temporary tattoo is one way to wish him a happy holiday. $12.95; www.tatatoos.com.

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Whooga Giveaway Winners Announced

Thanks to everyone who entered the winter boot giveaway. Congrats to Maggie and Marcy, who will be keeping their tootsies warm this winter in a new pair of Whoogas. Stay tuned for more great Beauty Girl giveaways!

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