Giveaway + Get Jessica Biel’s Hair at MTV Movie Awards

17289121brigitte_bardot_HairJessica Biel had more than a good hair day at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards. Her locks were shiny, bouncy, sexy and every other adjective we strive for when it comes to hair. Behind the mane creation was celeb hair god Mark Townsend, who says, “I was inspired by Brigitte Bardot (right), and I wanted Jessica’s hair to be cool, modern, and beautiful, just like her.”Dove Body & Lift Volumizing MousseStep 1: Mark added oomph by applying a bit of Dove Body & Lift Volumizing Mousse to her damp hair. “I absolutely love this mousse because it gives the hair body that I know will last all through the evening and I don’t have to worry about her hair falling flat before the awards show is over,” he says.Step 2 He blow dried her hair with a large round brush to encourage lift and movement,Step 3 “When all her hair was dry, I sprayed a flexible hairspray all over to give the hair hold, but still allow movement without becoming too stiff or sticky.”TUESDAY GIVEAWAY: 5 people will win the hairstylist’s favorite Dove Body & Lift Volumizing Mouuse. To enter, comment on the post, follow me on twitter (twitter.com/NPTheBeautyGirl) and RT this message. Wishing you a summer full of happy hair days!VanessaHudgensScarlettJohanssonAnnaKendrickNikkiReed

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Neutrogena, Aveeno & RoC’s New Anti-Aging Technology

Olay’s anti-aging skincare products, led by the Pro-X line, have dominated the drugstores. Its competitors weren’t going to let that last forever. Now Johnson & Johnson, the parent company to Neutrogena, Aveeno and RoC, has an answer. They’ve introduced a breakthrough technology called Cytomimic that’s 10 years in the making. The technology, which has been used in wound healing, focuses on mimicking the bioelectricity in our bodies so cells can communicate more effectively and at optimal levels. Essentially, it’s a new way to prevent the buzzkills, like wrinkles and saggy skin, that occur with aging.41KAoW-0mcL._SL500_AA300_Neutrogena Clinical combats the first signs of aging, which generally occurs in our 30s, and focuses on preventing collagen depletion. 515Wl8AvsJL._AA260_Aveeno Ageless Vitality targets women in their mid-40s+, and the formula has natural ingredients such as blackberry leaf extract and dill. 200The RoC Brilliance collection (RoC is best known for it’s retinol-based formulas) is the Speedy Gonzales of the group, claiming that you’ll see improvements in days.All of the products come in a kit and are applied in two steps. First, you rub on the serum that contains the fancy technology. Then, you activate it by applying the cream. They range from $24.99 to $49.99 and are available in drugstores nationwide.

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The Vajazzle: What’s Your Verdict?

Word of the Week Vajazzle: [vah jazz-el]Once glimpse at this picture and it’s pretty self explanatory. Vajazzling is the act of bedazzling your vajayjay. Jennifer Love Hewitt has admitted she’s into it. What about you?-1.

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Tuesday Giveaway: Win Oscar’s Fashion Secret

To get a ripplefree fit like best actress winner Sandy, Flexees® by Maidenform® Easy Up™ Firm Control Thigh Slimmer is the secret.

To get a ripplefree fit like best actress winner Sandy, Flexees® by Maidenform® Easy Up™ Firm Control Thigh Slimmer is the secret.

The stars made their way on the red carpet as if it were another walk in the park. While some (J. Lo) alluded to the two hours they spent sitting in the makeup chair, others gave off a laissez-faire attitude as if their gowns simply snapped into place. Pooie! I got to the bottom of what’s really underneath it all — a lot of sticky tape and high-tech undergarments that suck in, smooth out and hold all their parts in place. Want to get your paws on the secret ingredients that make the star’s Oscar looks a success?I’m giving 10 readers the chance to win a new body-perfecting wardrobe from Maidenform! Each winner will get 4 Flexees body shaping essentials every woman must own (the thigh slimmer, tummy controller, waist cincher and upper body smoother). Each package is worth $150.To enter this contest, comment below and click the Twitter tab on the top left column of the page to follow me. Send me a tweet and let me know that you’ve entered! Twitter.com/NPTheBeautyGirlgallery-msg-126800685771-3gallery-msg-126801129072-3msg-12680097195-3

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Trend to Try: Denim Leggings

I’m all for choosing fashion over comfort (news flash: sporting bare legs in the cold is not runway material so don’t do it. The look is as painful as it must feel). Luckily, this winter has welcomed a trend that doesn’t require an ounce of sacrifice–denim leggings. As comfy as they are cool, these stylish leg warmers have become my winter wardrobe.phpThumbThe Huntress Collection knit denim leggings are my absolute favorite ($68). The young brand is getting noticed for creating high fashion pieces that you can live in. The leggings have stretch but don’t stretch out, can be paired with anything (think snow boots, high heels, floppy sweater, fitted blazer) and have figure-flattering stitching that’s practically identical to the real thing.
The Lovely Bones actress Aly Michalka (right) dons the PH8 zip denim leggins

The Lovely Bones actress Aly Michalka (right) dons the PH8 zip denim leggins

Another one of my recent finds is PH8, Bebe’s spin-off store that features sportswear-inspired clothes. The line includes sexy denim leggings with zippers that have a hint of sheen ($42). Reasonable priced (the highest-ticket item is $139), PH8 has been a hit among celebs including Kim Kardashian, who went for a chunky sweater, and Katy Perry, who hits the gym in one of the workout outfits.

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Heidi Montag’s Plastic Surgery Obsession

My mantra is “beauty shouldn’t be a bitch”, and poor Heidi Montag had to go and make it one. This is what happens when a sweet Colorado girl gets swept up in Hollywood. She literally physically lost her identity. After undergoing a sickening 10 plastic surgeries in one go (she had her boobs and nose first done in 2007), the 23 year old landed the cover of People for all the wrong reasons. She’s looking more like a combo of Cher and other celeb’s body parts (see the resemblance to Angelina Jolie in her brows?) than herself. While she believes these changes will only help achieve her dream of becoming a pop star, the reality star, who clearly isn’t in touch with reality, neglected to realize that paying for Dolly Parton-size bosoms doesn’t mean she’ll suddenly have talent like Dolly’s. That $30,000 wasted on “improvements” would have been more wisely spent on intense therapy sessions, vocal lessons and dance classes. heidi-beforeheidi-montag-320

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Celeb Spotting: Taylor Momsen at VS Fragrance Launch

Taylor MomsenLast night Taylor Momsen helped celebrate the launch of the Victoria’s Secret Love Rocks fragrance at NYC’s VS Soho store. Channeling the “punk princess” vibe of the collection, which includes an awesome goth lip gloss ring, the Gossip Girl star and aspiring singer loaded on the drama with edgy black-rimmed eyes and a shiny nude pout.
Notes of peony, plum and vanilla are highlights of the fruity floral fragrance

Notes of peony, plum and vanilla are highlights of the fruity floral fragrance

Event design by Jesse Nemeth at Kaboom!

Event design by Jesse Nemeth at Kaboom!

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New Hair, New You: Celeb’s Post-Breakup Hair Transformations

Old KateNew KateHot Head: Kate “Clean Slate” Gosselin washed Jon right out of her hair with a headline-making new buttery blonde color and sassy extensions.
New Reese

New Reese

Old Reese

Old Reese

Banging It After Cruel Intentions stars Reece Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe divorced in 2006, she had the last word. Heads turned when the mom of two arrived at the Golden Globes with a sexy new hairstyle and edgy bangs.
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Relationship Kim

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Single Kim

Hue New? When Kim K and Reggie Bush took their summer hiatus, she took a walk on the brighter side. Soon after they reunited, the curvaceous TV personality went back to business as usual returning to her natural roots.

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Kookie Beauty Rituals: How far would you go for beauty?

While Jessica Simpson travels the globe to learn how other cultures define beauty for her new reality show Price of Beauty, set to air on VH1, I had some findings of my own during my honeymoon in Southeast Asia. The network execs aren’t calling to broadcast my research, but trust me, these are 3 of the most whacked-out definitions of beauty worth checking out. Let’s see if J. Simps can top this.1.Do you yearn for a good toe-sucking? (I hope not…unless it’s from your dog or you’re in Cambodia). In Siem Reap, getting your feet nibbled on is as common as a bag of hay. The “fish massage” is one of the most popular beauty treatments there. The streets of the night markets are dotted with tanks filled with tiny toothless fish. The fish gnaw away at the dead skin on your feet, which tickles a little, and after about 10 minutes of munching, you’re left with softer skin. IMG_3175

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2. We spend so much money trying to achieve glistening, white teeth. Imagine a period when black chompers were the beauty ideal. To the hardcore smokers and coffee-drinkers out there, don’t get your hopes up just yet because in order for those stains to be considered beautiful you’ll have to revert back 50+ years in Vietnam when women used a combination of resin and alcohol to dye their teeth black. Even today, the older generation of Vietnamese women continue to chew the betel nut, which when mixed with saliva, creates a dark red/brown color that contributes to teeth staining. I met this woman, who was happily chewing on her betal nut, in the seaside village of Hoi An. IMG_01463. Traveling in Chang Mai, I visited a hill tribe known as the long-neck tribe, or more formally, the Karen people. As you can see in the below pictures, the women and children love wearing jewelry. The catch? These metal neck rings feel more like 30-pound weights (it required two hands for me to hold one). With the help of my guide, I spoke to one of the tribe’s youngest members, a 4-year-old girl. Her mother had just put the neck ring on her daughter for the first time the day before. Usually the young girls put on the neck ring when they turn five so I asked why the early arrival. The little girl said she wanted to be as pretty as her mommy. The other women I spoke with said that women who wear these rings are the most beautiful. I also asked the oldest member of the village, a 50-something-year-old grandmother, if the stiff, heavy piece hurts. She smiled and said that it’s hard to turn her head and at times difficult to sleep (tho she didn’t mention that her neck would be too weak if she removed it). Even so, she was happy to wear the necklace as she, like the others, is clearly willing to pay the price for beauty.
visiting with the little girl and grandmother

visiting with the little girl and grandmother

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Steal Their Looks! Emmy’s Best Makeup & Hair

-7Christina Applegate: Smoky eyes, peach cheeks, soft, pink lips.Celebrity makeup artist Joanna Schlip gave Christina a Brigitte Bardot 60’s inspired look with a modern twist.Skin: Joanna kept the star’s face mostly bare with a light wash of Clarins True Radiance Foundation ($37.50). She finished with a dusting of Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Face Sculpting Trio in Sunkissed Organics ($13.95).Cheeks: To create the peachy-pink glow, Joanna applied Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips Custom Blush & Highlighter in Sunkissed Glow ($11.95) on the apples of Christina’s cheeks, sweeping up to the hairline.Eyes: Using the dark gray shade from Clarins Colour Quartet for Eyes in So Chic ($40), Joanna gave a smoky depth to Christina’s green eyes. To add definition and drama, she applied Physicians Formula Eye Definer Felt-Tip Eye Marker in Ultra Black ($6.95) around the upper and lower lash line and also inside the wet line before finishing with three coats of black mascara.Lips: For a soft, pink mouth, Joanna applied Clarins Lip Definer in Bay Rose ($23), and then added a hint of gloss with Physicians Formula Plump Potion Needle-Free Plumping Lipstick in Pink Nude Potion ($9.95).-6-8January Jones: Chic chignonCelebrity hair stylist Mark Townsend used the Mad Men star’s architectural Versaci number as the inspiration for her updo.Step 1. Mark sprayed Biolage Bodifying Spray Gel ($14.99) on damp hair and blow dried it with a medium round brush.Step 2. Since January’s hair is short, he pulled and pinned the hair back in sections, one at a time. Mark wanted the style to look like a textured chignon and by pinning sections at the back, he was able to achieve exactly that.Step 3. He finished with hairspray to give the style some hold, and let some hair fall loose around the front to catch the light and to give it more of a “fashion” look.691708c6d276f05c_vanessa-williams-emmys-09Vanessa Williams: Glam eyes, flawless skin, coral lips.Skin: Legendary makeup artist Sam Fine started with Bobbi Brown Foundation Stick ($40), a cream formula, to get lasting coverage. “It’s a long night, with long hours and we don’t get to go with them,” says Sam. He followed with a matte bronzer to contour the face.Eyes: Vanessa’s vibrant dress stole the color show so Sam focused on neutrals to accentuate the eyes. “I never match the gown,” he says. To create this look he chose a brown eye shadow and applied a shimmer pearl near the inner corners. He lined the inside with a beige liner and completed the eye with false lashes and a few coats of mascara on the top and bottom lids. Try Lorac Red Carpet Reveal Eye & Cheek Palette ($35).Lips: To create this pink/coral lip, Sam used Dolce&Gabanna’s cream lipstick in Goddess ($30).

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