August 4, 2016

AVON ANNOUNCES BALLET INSPIRED FRAGRANCE, PRIMA

AVON ANNOUNCES BALLET INSPIRED FRAGRANCE, PRIMA   Featuring Dancer Courtney Lavine

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Exciting news from Avon: They have just revealed its newest fragrance, Prima, and the face of the scent: America Ballet Theatre Dancer Courtney Lavine. The fragrance celebrates female strength and resilience, as inspired by the grace and beauty of a ballet dance.

“Being a professional ballet dancer is about so much more than looking pretty and perfecting your pirouettes. It takes drive, dedication and self-resilience which is why I’m so proud to be working with Avon – a company that’s committed to empowering women through beauty and entrepreneurship.” Says Lavine. “Plus, Prima is such a delicate yet powerful fragrance; it makes me feel pretty and poised at the same time.

Availability: Prima will be available for $30 in November 2016 through Avon Representatives and www.avon.com, but consumers can join an exclusive waitlist at http://avon4.me to be the first to be notified as soon as they can purchase the fragrance.

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August 4, 2016

“Celebrity Home Decor” On A Budget

Have you ever dreamed of having your home decorated like a celebrity? I can help! Today on Arizona Midday, I shared some of my favorite ideas and budget friendly products to help you achieve a celebrity designer look for your home without breaking the bank! Enjoy.

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1. Wall Pops Nuwallpaper- Celebrities like Khloe Kardashian have been known to use expensive designer wallpaper as an artistic accent in a room in their home. Designer wallpaper prices start at around $300 a roll and go up from there which means it can cost thousands of dollars to add wallpaper to just one wall in your home. I love Wall Pops Nuwallpaper because they provide a great way to get a celebrity look for less with their removable wallpaper in an array of eye-catching designs and patterns. Now, you don’t have to pay a fortune to achieve a great look that’s right on trend! Wall Pops Nuwallpaper is removable so if you get tired of the look in a year or two and want a change all you have to do is peel it off and replace it with a new Wall Pop Nuwallpaper design. It’s that simple! They’ve got you covered with patterns and colors to suit everyone’s style and something for every room of your home from the babies nursery, to your living, dining, bedroom and bath and more! The best part is the price of $49.99 a roll. Now we can all afford to decorate our walls just like a celebrity!
Chyron: www.wallpops.com
2. Downlite- Celebrities like Jennifer Lopez spare no expense when it comes to Hotel style down bedding for their stylish homes. If you’ve ever experienced a luxury hotel and the luxurious comfort and feel of the bedding then you understand why it’s well sought after by the rich and famous to incorporate into their own homes. I love Downlite because their affordable prices allow you to get the
look and feel of celebrity high-end luxury hotel bedding in your home without breaking the bank. Downlite has been manufacturing down and feather bedding, pillows and sateen sheet sets for over thirty years. The quality, look, hand of the fabrics and prices are  amazing! Prices start at $20 and up.
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Chyron: www.downlite.com
3. White Sheepskin Rugs-White sheepskin rugs and animal skins have always been a chic celebrity look but as an animal lover I can’t bear to use the real thing or to pay the high price tag that they carry! The technology of fabrics and rugs has come a long way as scientists and manufacturers have learned how to assimilate designer looks using synthetic fibers. Now you can find alternative
sheepskin rugs that give you the same celebrity luxurious feel and look without the high price tag at stores such as Home Goods,Target, Amazon.com and more! Prices start at $19.99
4. Accent Lamps and Shades-The three G’s Gold, Glitz and Glam are hallmark traits of every celebrity home that you will find in accent lamps, to upholstered furniture and accessories. Celebrities have the bank account to afford expensive designer looks but let’s face it not all of us can afford to purchase designer accessories for our home. I love JCPenney because they have great designer looks for every room in your home without the high price tag attached. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to create the same celebrity designer looks and ambience in your home. Bring the three G’s into any room in your home with a lamp or lampshade to create a fabulous focal point at a fraction of the price that celebrities spend. I love this chic celebrity Gold lamp and chevron design lampshade look that I found at JcPenney for under $200. It’s Gold, it’s Glitzy and it’s oh so Glam!
Chyron: www.jcpenney.com
5. Monogram Status-What’s not to like about the look of a nice monogram towel, robe or sheet set? Celebrities love to take this age old custom designer look and apply it to their own homes. I think they like to see their name in lights as much as they like to see their initials on white towels or linens. While it’s true that Mongram items such as towels, sheets or accent pillows have always been a luxury and a sign of status in society for the rich and famous it’s also true that you don’t have to spend a lot of money to achieve this status quo for yourself. Since Mongram items are usually custom made it can cost a pretty penny to purchase them for your own home. I have great news! You can find an array of monogram towel sets, accent pillows and more for a fraction of the cost online and at stores such as Target and Amazon.com. Now you can also dress up your home just like a rock star and have money to spare for your next big soriee!

arizona_midday_2DIY on the FLY- Here’s a little celebrity design tip secret-Shhhh…Celebrities often pay their designer thousand’s of dollars to stage their library with beautiful books. What most people don’t know is that their designer has created the look by covering their books with beautiful gift wrap or handmade paper. It’s so simple anyone can do it and it’s a great way to put old wrapping or wallpaper to good use while creating a celebrity look for your own book shelves.

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August 3, 2016

Visit freebeautyevents.com for free makeovers, events, samples and a giveaway

Check out freebeautyevents.com for free makeovers, free samples and a chance to win beauty products in our monthly contest.

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Details on our August Beauty Basket Giveaway:
August’s basket basket includes products from Neocell, Revlon, Maybelline, Olay, KISS, Garnier, Nexxus, Hawaiian Tropic, Almay and more! The Contest runs from now through 8/31/16, winners will be chosen on 9/10/2016 and notified by 9/15/2016. Please visit their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Free-Beauty-Events/117088506568) and click to “like”, then enter to win on the page. You can also enter on the website at http://www.freebeautyevents.com/contest
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August 3, 2016

S-T-O-P and clear your mind

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When you were you a little kid, have you ever gotten lost in the store or park and your parents would find you all in a panic, crying, shaking and totally out of control? Do you remember the words they would say to you, as they wipe away the tears from your face? Well, mine would say, just stop. When you are lost just stop and be still you would be found. That advice still fits into our lives now. When we are lost, confused, stuck or even afraid in our life we should just STOP. Let me spell it out for you.

S – Stay. Just stay still. Sit for a moment, don’t use outside distractions to ignore your frustrations. They will not go away; they will seep back into your thoughts late at night when you are trying to sleep. Turn off all the distractions, as a matter of fact, lock yourself away. Well, find your quite spot. I personally turn off my phone, turn off my computer and just sit. I have a tablet and a pen next to me so that I can jot down any thoughts that pop into my head.

T – Think. While you are sitting quietly just think. Write down the things that pop into your mind. Don’t over think, it can be written any way you like it. Scribble, draw or doodle it doesn’t need to be in any type of order.

O – Observe. Take a look at what you have written, see if there is a pattern to your thoughts or see if they are just all over the place. Either way it’s fine!

P – Plan. Take those thoughts and string them together to come up with a plan. Focus on the thoughts that are constantly popping out at you on the page. Find a theme to your thoughts.

Tackle the noise inside of your head. When you are feeling lost, confused or afraid just S-T-O-P. You will find that once you have taken those steps you will feel more in control, confident and have a clearer picture of where you are and where you want to be. Wipe away those tears and take control of your destiny!

Get more info about Elizabeth Colen, Confidence and Conditioning Coach on http://www.MsFitOne.com. Fit Mind, Body and Soul

 

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August 2, 2016

Beautiful Summer Gift ideas from Fragrance.net

Don’t you just hate it when you buy a gift for someone and you wish you had bought one for yourself too? That’s exactly how I felt with a Double Moisturizer- Honeysuckle Blood Orange Custard  Tangerine & Blood Orange Soy Candle that I recently purchased for a gift basket I was preparingBoth items can be purchased from Fragrance.net and I think that’s exactly what I am going to do

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Double Moisturizer- Honeysuckle Blood Orange Custard, $29.99 is a rich, thick moisturizer that has an amazing scent of citrus. This moisturizer is perfect for both day and night as the rich scent lingers on your skin and it is delightful. This light weight cream will leave your skin feeling silky and smelling delicious.

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The Tangerine & Blood Orange Soy Candle, $14.24, has an equally delightful scent of citrus. You don’t even have to burn the candle to experience the aroma. Just leave it uncovered and the citrus scent will lightly fill the room. This particular candle was also created as a massage and aromatherapy Candle. There are also benefits to burning soy candles as opposed to regular candles;

Soy candles last longer, and  burn cleaner. Soy candles generally don’t burn black soot like regular candles so your walls and furniture stay cleaner longer; Soy candles are non-toxic because they are made of vegetable oil. They also have a lower melting point so the wax itself doesn’t get as hot as regular candles. The  Tangerine & Blood Orange scent in this particular candle only adds to its appeal.

These accessories will make perfect gifts. You will find these gift ideas  and more at www.fragrancenet.com

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August 2, 2016

Snack Food Leader Love With Food Launches in 25 Countries – TODAY!

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Americas leading snack discovery service, Love With Food, has announced that it will begin shipping internationally on August 2nd.

Love With Food—a snack discovery service that focuses on bringing affordable, all-natural, organic or gluten-free snacks to American doorsteps—has announced that its global expansion plans will begin shipping internationally to over 25 countries on August 2, 2016. Love With Food’s international expansion will bring curated, hard-to-find healthier snack selections to even more health conscious consumers and continue to help make eating well something that is affordable and accessible to anyone.

All around the globe, consumers are shifting away from long, large meals, and towards quick small bites, resulting in the snacking boom. Snacking is not only big business, but a fast growing one. Based on a Nielsen report, global snacks sales grossed almost $4 billion annually, said Aihui Ong, Founder and CEO of Love With Food. Hence, the decision for us to go global was more of a when rather than an if. Weve received tens of thousands of requests asking for Love With Food from all over the world, so meeting this demand from our international fans has been a major priority for us. Were very excited to finally offer Love With Food to people around the world who want to discover new all-natural snacks.

International consumers will now have the opportunity to try mostly North American snacks and brands previously unavailable in their local markets in the comfort of their homes. This expansion will also allow North American food companies to reach new international consumers effortlessly.

Our mission is to help consumers discover the latest and greatest healthier snack options easily and this expansion will establish Love With Food as a global trusted brand beyond the U.S, Ong said.

Love With Food’s international customers will have the option to order The Deluxe Box, a sampling of 16-20 new surprise snacks starting at $16.50 USD/month, or The Gluten-Free Box, a sampling of 10-12 surprise celiac-safe and mostly dairy-free snacks starting at $19.99 USD/month. In addition, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to international food banks to help fight world hunger.

Love With Food is offering an introductory shipping cost of $3.99 for the first 5,000 international customers to sign up. International shipping will begin with over 25 select countries, but the company plans to expand around the rest of the world shortly after. To subscribe and learn more about this tasty discovery service, visit www.lovewithfood.com.

About Love With Food:

Founded in 2012, Love With Food is the leading direct-to-consumer channel that connects food brands with health conscious consumers. It’s a monthly delivery service of personalized products that helps healthy conscious consumers discover and try new, organic, natural or gluten-free snacks in their homes. This channel benefits brands by helping them reach the right target audience and tap into valuable customer intelligence data. Love With Food is headquartered in Foster City, CA and operates in 27 countries. Love With Food donates meals to fight world hunger. To date, it has donated more than ONE MILLION meals to food banks. To learn more, visit LoveWithFood.com.

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August 2, 2016

Cara Delevingne/Rimmel London Get The Look

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Rimmel London helps you create the beautiful look of Cara Delevingne at the New York Premiere of Suicide Squad last night.

Who: Rimmel London Ambassador Cara Delevingne at the New York Premiere of Suicide Squad

The Look: Glam rock

The Inspiration:  Celebrity Makeup Artist Romy Soleimani wanted the actress, supermodel and Rimmel London Ambassador to look like a movie star and a rockstar – going with dramatic eyes and a bold lip for the premiere.

How to Get the Look: 

SKIN

To begin, Romy applied Rimmel London BB Cream in Medium to even out the skintone, followed by Rimmel London Stay Matte Foundation in Sand to set the look. She gave Cara’s skin a warm glow by applying Rimmel London Kate Sculpting & Highlighting Kit in Golden Sands, using the deepest shade as a contour while blending the pink blush subtly into the apples of the cheeks.

LIPS 

Romy applied Rimmel London Provocalips 16HR Kissproof Lip Color in Kiss Me You Fool as a base, topping Cara’s lips with Rimmel London The Only 1 Lipstick in Call Me Crazy.

EYES & BROWS

For her eyes, Romy applied Rimmel London Exaggerate Auto Waterproof Eye Definer in Earl Grey and Blackest Black over the whole lid. She then added more Blackest Black along the lashline, the crease of the eye, and on the inner rim, smudging it underneath. She then pressed in some theatrical silver glitter and finished off the eyes with Rimmel London Scandal’Eyes Mascara.

Where to Find Them: Rimmel London products are available at chain drug stores and mass retailers nationwide. Visit www.RimmelLondon.com for store locations and to try the newest products with Rimmel London’s exclusive Virtual Makeup Tool. 

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August 2, 2016

ROMPERS Are Summer’s New Trend: View Rachel Allan’s collection here!

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Rompers – the one-piece garment and summer staple for tiny tots is moving out of the sandbox and onto the red carpet, into wardrobes of many celebrities and fashionistas. Rachel Allan presents Fall 2016 Collections to lighten up your editorial stories, dress your clients and provide a super COOL way to A-DRESS summer heat

Check out below a sampling of Rachel Allan’s Fall 2016 rompers and contact us for all your styling needs and visit www.rachelallan.com

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August 1, 2016

Bethany Mota Carries Henri Bendel to the 2016 Teen Choice Awards

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LOS ANGELES – August 1, 2016 –  Bethany Mota was photographed carrying Henri Bendel to the 2016 Teen Choice Awards in Los Angeles yesterday evening. Bethany, who won Choice Web Star at the award show, accented her red lace dress with Henri Bendel’s Party Starter Box Clutch in Black ($64, www.henribendel.com).

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August 1, 2016

Sarah Hyland is Glowing at the 2016 Teen Choice Awards

Actress Sarah Hyland looked stunning at the 2016 Teen Choice Awards on July 31, 2016, at The Forum in Inglewood, CA. Sarah’s makeup artist Allan Avendaño shares the scoop on how to recreate her red carpet look!

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INSPIRATION: “I’m often asked what my inspiration is for looks I create on Sarah but for these awards Sarah was the inspiration. After working with her for 6 years, it’s so easy to know what she would be into! She’s so fun to create with. She has a chic sense of fashion but definitely won’t stick with one look when it comes to makeup. Life’s too short not to have fun,” says Allan. “We both looked at the blue and red dress she chose for the Teen Choice Awards and we wanted to bring that blue color to her eyes. We based the whole makeup look on perfect skin and how we could make that blue hue the star without competing with the dress. We played around and realized thatglowing skin with a subtle blue liner – that is unexpectedly placed on the outer half of the bottom lash line – would be a fun twist to the usual colored liner look.”

GET THE LOOK – Here is Allan’s step-by-step breakdown:

First Step – Skin Prep:

  • Since skin is always an important part of every look, I like to make sure the skin is given its proper prep and care. I used the Bioré Self Heating One Minute Mask with Natural Charcoal on Sarah before anything else.
  • I wet her skin, massaged the product onto her face and let it sit for one minute. I then rinsed it off creating a clean, tingly, smooth and refreshed complexion.
  • The natural charcoal [in the mask] is activated when it comes in contact with water and heats up in an instant, drawing out impurities and deep down dirt and oil from the pores leaving a brighter complexion.
  • I followed up with a light moisturizer for the perfect makeup application canvas.

Next – Eyes:

  • While letting the skin settle, I began to work with the eyes. I first primed her eyes with Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Color in Rosegold.
  • I then added some depth to her eyes with the Dior Eyeshadow Palette in Amber Nuit using the darkest Bronze shade in the crease.
  • To create the bottom winged liner, I used Estee Edit’s Metallishadow Cream + Powder in Wild Cosmos. Next, I used a flat liner brush to apply the cream from the center of the bottom lash line going toward the outer corners of her eyes, gradually getting thicker as I brought the wing outward. I used the same liner brush to apply the metallic blue powder to give it a pop.
  • I followed with two coats of Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara to the top and bottom lashes.
  • I then applied Ardell Lashes in Demi Wispies to add medium individual lashes to form more fullness.
  • For her brows, I used Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Definer Crayon in Soft Brown.

Followed by – Face:

  • I started with Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick and applied it with a dry firm blush brush to give her sheer coverage.
  • I followed with Dior Contour Stick in 002 to give her cheekbones a bit of definition.
  • I then applied Charlotte Tilbury Beach Stick in Es Vedra to the apples of her cheeks and buffed it out with a Beauty Blender for a subtle pop of coral.
  • To highlight her skin, I used Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder in Brilliant on all the high points of her face.

Finish with – Lips:

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We lined her lips with Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Liner in Iconic Nude and then applied MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Half & Half to complete the look.More about Bioré Self Heating One Minute Mask ($7.99): In just one minute, this thermal mask warms to open pores, draws out and dissolves 2.5 times more dirt, oil, and surface toxins than a basic cleanser, and rinses them clean away with an invigorating cooling sensation without stripping the skin. Infused with natural charcoal, this breakthrough mask melts dirt and oil better than the leading competitive mask. So clean your pores from the dirt, oil and makeup of the past and clear the problem. Available at drugstores nationwide – www.biore.com

More about Bioré Self Heating One Minute Mask ($7.99): In just one minute, this thermal mask warms to open pores, draws out and dissolves 2.5 times more dirt, oil, and surface toxins than a basic cleanser, and rinses them clean away with an invigorating cooling sensation without stripping the skin. Infused with natural charcoal, this breakthrough mask melts dirt and oil better than the leading competitive mask. So clean your pores from the dirt, oil and makeup of the past and clear the problem. Available at drugstores nationwide – www.biore.com

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