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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The Beauty Girl Does A Baby Shower

Never leave a The Beauty Girl party empty handed. The tanks and lip glosses were piled high, ready for the taking.

Never leave a The Beauty Girl party empty handed. The tanks and lip glosses were piled high and ready for the taking

Congratulations to Dusi and her husband who were showered with smiles, gifts and beauty tips at their baby shower on Sunday. During this Beauty Girl party, I revealed spring fashion and beauty trends, my favorite backstage secrets, must-have products and everything in between. I hooked up all of the 50+ guests with a cute The Beauty Girl tank top and lip gloss, and I threw in a few extra goodies for the mom-to-be including an aromatherapy bubble bath from California Baby that both mom and baby can enjoy. Thank you to Dusi and her wonderful friends and fam for your beauty questions! I know many of you took notes, and I hope you left with a few extra beauty ideas you’ll want to try out on your own. Let me know how it goes! Here are some pics from the fabulous event.
Guest-of-honor Dusi and I pose together before her guests arrive.

Guest-of-honor Dusi and I pose together before her guests arrive.

When Luke comes in April he'll have lots of toys waiting.

When Luke comes in April he’ll have lots of toys waiting.

The expecting parents are as sweet as the baby-themed dessert table.

The expecting parents are as sweet as the baby-themed dessert table

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The Weekly Link-Up

Here’s what some of my blogging buddies are up to…

Alison of the Advice Sistersloves the Spring 2010 collection of gorgeous cosmeticsfrom FACE Stockholm!

Dao from My Makeup Blog shows you how to trim and style your side-sweep bangs without going to the salon.

Missy of LuxutyBeautyProducts.blogspot.com would like to share a wonderful company that will help you protect your precious skin and feel good at the same time.

The Informed Makeup Maven spills her secret for maintaining her skin’s warmth during winter.

Gio from Beautiful With Brains reveals theBeauty History: Cosmetics in Ancient Greece

Jacket Dresses can really dress up your look, be it professional, for church, a special occasion or even a formal occasion. Trendy Plus Size Clothes picks this season’s best Plus Size Jacket Dresses.

Eye Makeup Tricks from The Beauty Blog.

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Top 5 Spring Fashion Trends

I anticipate the coming of spring as I did my wedding day. I can’t wait for it, I’m so excited for it and I don’t want it to end. Call it a bit premature (it’s a balmy 35 degrees in Chicago), but I’m not alone when I say that tanks and tulips are on my mind. The peeps at Bluefly are gearing up for spring and introducing their top trends for the season. I spoke with their head stylist Tanesha Smith and found out her picks for the hottest trends. 1. Feathers

Accessories are a great way to stay on trend without killing your budget

Accessories are a great way to stay on trend without killing your budget

2.Pastels

Sorbet shades are the perfect spring treat

Sorbet shades are the perfect spring treat

3. Military

Skip the head-to-toe uniform and stick with separates

Skip the head-to-toe uniform and stick with separates

4. Tie-dye

Unless you're in the circus, only wear one dip-dyed piece per outing

Unless you’re in the circus, only wear one dip-dyed piece per outing

5. Nudes

Naked never looked so good

Naked never looked so good

Now that you’re hooked up with the latest trends, here are some of Tanesha’s best in-case-of-emergency tips worth keeping in your back pocket.

“I keep shout wipes in my purse — no lie — and always pull a snag in, not out. Also, double stick tape is not just for the professionals and J.lo. Once you buy some, you will find yourself using it more than you ever imagined!”

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Giveaway: Win Elemental Herbology Body Cream!

200002955I see the light! The days are lengthening by the inch, and I can finally relax my shoulders knowing winter is finally, slowly wilting away. That said, my skin isn’t sensing the relief. The combo of dry air and hot showers has turned my legs into an itchy, scaly scene (picture girl in bed, trying to fall asleep while fighting an insatiable desire to scratch and scratch). Sound familiar?It doesn’t have to any longer. After trying tons of lotions, I found the best performer. If you haven’t heard of Elemental Herbology, an indie brand available on Space NK, the rich but not greasy Body Soufflé is worth putting on your radar. The winter hydrating formula is made with natural ingredients including Shea butter, lotus, magnolia and soy. I slather it on after the shower when my skin is still damp and take joy from the instant soothing effects and its faint rose scent.I love to share joy, so I’m offering 3 readers the chance to win a tube of this Elemental Herbology moisturizer ($37). 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/NPTheBeautyGirl

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Website Roundup: Simplify Your Beauty Buys

If you don’t feel like doing the research but you still want the best skin results, consider this new batch of beauty websites your cheat sheet. While each is unique, their unifying mission is that they do the work for you, navigating the dense product aisles and providing the necessary information along the way.skinadvisorLast week, Curél debuted the Skin Advisor. You simply answer a series of questions, similar to those you’d answer in a derm’s office, and then the results are in. The Skin Advisor identifies your skin issue and provides tips and recommendations such as what to look for when choosing a product.3floz.com_HomepageFor anyone who has to go through airport security, 3floz.com is the ticket. Launched this month, the website is devoted to TSA friendly products (no larger than 3.4oz). Founded by two women who worked together at Archipelago Botanicals, the site features a high-end pedigree of brands including Philip B., Yes to Carrots and Dr. Hauschka that they’ll ship to you or to your hotel. Not to mention, it’s a great way to sample new products.ecoTheecoluxelife.com deserves mad kudos. The young site is committed to discovering the best in eco friendly beauty and even has a sampling program where you can become a member for $25 annually. In return, four times a year a package full of trial-size products will land at your doorstep.myNeed help picking a moisturizer? Developed by 50 doctors and specialists, mySkin asks you questions and then uses scientific algorithms to determine which products of the 100,000 across 4500 brands in their system are right for you. In addition, you can ask other members questions, find out what products are working for people who have similar skin profiles and keep your own skin journal. To join the invite-only site, enter “beautygirl” as your invite code.

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Win a Trip to ‘The Runaways’ Movie Premiere, Rock Smoky Eyes

the-runaways-movie-425ckd022310There’s been a lot of buzz about The Runaways starring Kristen Stewart as Joan Jett and Dakota Fanning as Cherie Currie. People are talking about their kissing scene, but what’s caught my attention is their edgy ’70s-inspired rock star makeup. Make Up For Ever’s leading makeup artist Robin Matthews created the sexy smoky eye looks and is spilling the beans so you can get them, too. Click here to watch the how-to videos and to find out the exact products and techniques used.While you’re there, enter the sweepstakes to win a trip to NYC for the March 17th movie premiere.

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Secrets to Flawless Skin

MarchCover(2)In the market for a gorgeous complexion?For the March issue, Allure asked a select group of editors, including moi, for our top skin tips. Check out mine below. To read the rest of the story, click here.allurestory

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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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