Archive: March, 2010

Jennifer Love Hewitt: ‘It’s Not A Breakup Haircut!’

Responding to the buzz that ensued when she stepped out in a noticeably shorter ‘do last week, the newly-single Jennifer Love Hewitt told PEOPLE, “I know everybody thinks it’s a breakup haircut—but it’s not.” Dressed in a sexy, sparkling dress by 3.1 Phillip Lim at last night’s grand opening of Esprit’s new Manhattan flagship, the actress showed off the cropped, curly hairstyle that made its debut on the heels of her split from former boyfriend and Ghost Whisperer co-star Jamie Kennedy. Love Hewitt acknowledged that the shearing took place directly after the breakup, “But it’s not about that,” she insisted, laughing. “It’s just a ‘I-need-a-change’ haircut!” But that’s not to say the actress wasn’t at least partly amused by the virtual peanut gallery: “My favorite headline so far was ‘She Cut That Man Right Out of Her Hair.’ But no–it was really just for me.”

What do you think of her new ‘do?

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Turn the clock back on your skin with NEW ageLOC future serum

The results are in  Nu Skin ageLOC future serum is living up to its name! In a little as one weeks use you can see more radiant and even skin tone. With continued use you will see a reduction in both wrinkles and poor size. Its a bit of a splurge but if you are looking to stop the signs of aging consider investing in Nu Skin  ageLOC future serum.

2010 not only marks the start of a new decade, but the beginning of an anti-aging revolution. The beauty and grooming industry is filled to the brim with zillions of lotions, creams, washes and assorted serums all claiming to delay the common physical signs of aging. Everything from crow’s feet and laugh lines to 11’s between your eyebrows, however out of all of these products how many of them actually deliver on their “fountain of youth” claims?

Nu Skin has always prided itself on utilizing superior research and development to provide their customers with the most effective products available, which is clearly evident in their new ageLOC ™ science. What makes the ageLOC ™ series of products from Nu Skin different from the majority is that they not only target the signs of aging, but also the sources of aging by identifying groups of genes known as “youth gene clusters” which regulate how we look as we age. The ageLOC ™ products support resetting these gene clusters to their youthful patterns of activity, going far and beyond the status quo.

Brand new for 2010 is the ageLOC™ Future Serum, the latest Nu Skin product to utilize this revolutionary “turn back the clock” technology. This powerful, clinically tested anti-aging treatment product preserves the look of youth and reduces the appearance of aging in eight key ways:

1. Youthful skin structure: patent-pending ingredient technology stimulates collagen production three times greater than normal and provides a 60 percent decrease in harmful MMP production

2. Smooth skin texture: contains ingredients proven to stimulate youthful cell renewal for noticeably smoother and softer skin

3. Even skin tone: reduces the appearance of blotchy, dull and uneven skin

4. Reduced appearance of lines and wrinkles: a powerful anti-aging blend reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for more visually youthful skin

5. Radiant skin: includes skin brightening technology

6. Reduced appearance of pore size: reduces the appearance of pore size through youthful cell turnover

7. Reduced skin discoloration: skin brightening technology interrupts unwanted melanin production in the skin for a reduction in spots of discoloration

8. Hydrated skin: increases hydration by stimulating hyaluronic acid production, a moisturizing compound found naturally in the skin

The ageLOC™ Future Serum successfully addresses more signs of aging than any other Nu Skin product and is gently formulated, providing powerful ingredients in a mild formula that is neither drying nor irritating to the skin. As if this was not enough, this top-notch product is also paraben free and starts to show results in as few as seven days!

$157

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5 Ways to Feel Confident and Make Closer Connections!

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Hop into Easter!

After all the chocolate you might need a bath to unwind and give your tummy a break. Try one of Lush’s great products to turn your bath into a mini spa experience. If you have not tried a Lush bath bombs yet, you are missing out! They make great gifts if you can manage to part with them.

Honey Bun bath bomb $3.95

A cute little bathing bunny scented with LUSH’s best-selling Honey I Washed the Kids fragrance. Toss into a ready run bathtub and watch as he fizzes around emitting hints of sweet orange and bergamot oil to leave you hopping around all day long. (Vegan)

Hippy Chick bath bomb $4.95

A citrus burst for the bathtub, this one is shaped like a little chick and is fragranced with LUSH’s Happy Hippy scent of grapefruit, bergamot and frankincense oils. (Vegan)

Dorothy bubble bar $5.95

Somewhere over this rainbow, you will find masses and masses of orange scented, skin softening bubbles. Orange flower absolute is a fantastic skin tonic and can help rid the toxins in congested skin. (Vegan)

Fluffy egg bath bomb $6.95

Take the traditional Easter egg hunt to the bathroom with this sweet scented pink egg adorned with a candy flower. Bathe in a bubbling mass of marshmallow, candy floss, jelly bean scented water and get your sugar fix!

Pink Happy Easter Gift $24.95

A pink fantasy for that sweetie in your life. The Candy Fluff Bath Bomb shell holds the bubble-gum pink, vanilla-scented Rock Star Soap and a soothing and sexy Creamy Candy Bubble Bar.

Yellow Happy Easter Gift $24.95

A scrumptious treat for everyone who loves their honey, literally. Honey Bee Bath Bomb contains the best-selling Honey I Washed the Kids Soap filled with honey, bergamot and aloe to soothe skin, and Ma Bar, a carmelized sugar, chocolate and honey solid bubble bar to sweetly scent you and your bath.

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Calgon, take me away.

Who doesn’t remember the famous  tagline “Calgon, take me away”.  Someone was on their advertising ‘A’ game coming up with that iconic phrase. Well the makers of Calgon are keeping their trademark phrase but doing a complete brand relaunch that starts hitting stores this month.

I was sent some of the new Calgon Morning Glory products to try and really enjoyed them. From bubble bath to body spray the products smell good and feel  great on your skin. My favorite from the new line has to be the bath fizz set a great little four pack of  bath fizz cubes and a nice little bath sponge. On top of smelling great this line is affordable and perfect for a recession friendly budget.  The products are currently in stores at Walmart Canada, Maeijer and Rite Aid. They will be available on Drugstore.com in April and on TakeMeAway.com in May in addition to other retailer rollouts throughout the spring.



ABOUT CALGON

Calgon is a complete line of bath and beauty products managed by Ilex Capital Group. The Calgon brand launched in 1946 and in the 1960s became famous with their tagline “Take Me Away!” which has become a widely known pop culture reference. In 2010, Calgon will relaunch with 30 new products on the marketplace, giving the Calgon brand the widest range of specialty bath and basic bath products in the category. Calgon is sold at Walmart, CVS Pharmacy, Rite Aid, Albertsons and Fred Meyer among other national retailers. Calgon products can also be found online at http://www.takemeaway.com/.

The resolution on this video is awful but the commercial is hysterical, you have to love the 80′s.

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Accessories inspired by Miami Fashion Week

Looking for a new clutch or makeup bag for Spring and Summer? Check out the great new bags that debuted at Miami fashion week.

Get Inspired for Summer with Trends from Miami Fashion Week 2010

Always on trend, bags from Spring/Summer 2010 Trina and Modella collections coordinate beautifully with the summery styles of Miami Fashion Week. As you await these summery styles to hit stores, pick up one of these bright bags to be sure you’ll be ahead of the curve.

Make sure to grab the Trina Barbados Round Top Clutch (SRP $30.00, Nordstrom’s) when heading poolside. This colorful burlap bag is the perfect size for stowing the few basics you’ll need like your sunblock, cell phone, and ipod.

Whether you are traveling to fashion week or a vacation in the islands, the Modella Fitted Weekender (SRP 13.97, Walmart) is the perfect bag for your beauty packing needs. Put your favorite products in TSA approved size bottles and make the bag you’re carry-on to show off the fashionable new prints for spring.

So cute!

Say goodbye to the drab colors of fall with this season’s brights. The Trina Morocco Square Organizer (SRP $28.00, Nordstrom’s) is inspired by eastern influences, just like many items on the runway and is the perfect size for all your cosmetic storage needs.

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Contest closed- Winner announced!

A HUGE congratulations to our winner Heather! This was such an exciting contest to host for those of you who didn’t win stay tuned for more contests coming soon.

I want to introduce Misikko a great online store that has all the styling tools a beauty junkie could want.  A  family run business that not only has the best tools at the best prices but great customer service that will keep you coming back. All the top brands of Hair straighteners are available at Misikko including Chi flat irons, Babyliss flat irons, you can even search for the most popular with the best flat iron page at the Misikko store.

Misikko is sponsoring a great contest especially for MakeHerUp readers we even have some special bonus entry possibilities. And now for the amazing prize: Misikko will be giving one luck MakeHerUp reader one of their most popular flat irons, the Hana Elite 100% ceramic flat iron.

Hana Elite Flat Iron 1″ – 100% Ceramic

Of the hundreds of flat irons available in the market you can categorize them down to Titanium (or other metals), Metal Alloy Coated in Ceramic, 100% Ceramic. 100% Ceramic is the only material that will generate results better than Titanium while also providing the highest level of hair damage protection.

The Hana Elite Flat Iron is 100% true, solid ceramic. This means it will never peel or chip to expose hair to damaging metal – it also means Hana can include large ceramic heaters that cover the entire plates for the best possible heat distribution and retention. As the pros know, the secret to ceramic hair straightening is in the ceramic technology itself – and Hana focuses on bringing you the best flat iron money can buy. (Compare to the other pure ceramic flat irons on the market today.)

The Hana Elite is now available in a new 1.5″ model for thicker/longer hair types – the FIRST and ONLY pure ceramic plate flat iron in the world to be available in a wide plate size!
Hana Elite Features:

* 100% Solid Ceramic Plates Never Peel or Degrade
* Tourmaline infused into the heating elements for maximum thermal protection
* Large Integrated Ceramic Heaters with Full Plate Coverage for the Most Consistent, Conditioning Far Infrared Heat Possible
* Ceramic is naturally hygienic, protects color & retards fading
* Unique black ceramic plates won’t discolor with use of products or hair dyes
* Adjustable Temperature Dial – 5 Settings from 140-450° F for All Hair Types
* Flash Heats in Seconds with Instant Compensation for Heat Loss
* Safe to use on Damp to Dry Hair
* Beveled Edges mean Easy Curled, Flipped, Spiked or Straight Styles
* Ergonomic Handle Design with No-Slip Grip
* Smooth Grooves Keep Hair Strands Separate and Snag-Free
* Sleek luxury matte finish
* Tangle-Free Salon Quality Cord Swivels 360°; Convenient Hanging Loop
* Energy Efficient at 38 Watts
* Independent On/Off Switch
* Includes Luxe Heat Proof Storage Pouch, Heat Proof Silicone Mat, & Special Edition Tin Case
* Made in Korea
* Two Year Warranty

Important:

* The benefits of pure ceramic require a little extra care from the stylist – without a metal baseplate, solid ceramic plates break more easily if used roughly or dropped. Please use your pure ceramic iron with care for best results and longest life!

Please Note:

* LED indicator light remains steady when iron is heating up and will blink when desired temperature is reached. If the light is off but the switch is set to On, the iron is decreasing temperature to a lower setting.

Contest-
* There will be 1 winner.
* Winner will receive a Hana Elite 100% ceramic flat iron!
* To enter just leave your name and email info in our comments
* Contest runs Monday, 3/15/10 to Friday, 3/19/10
* US and Canadian residents only
* Please only enter once
* After the winners have been announced, you will have 48 hours to respond.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

Such an amazing giveaway we wanted to give you a few ways to get some extra entries into the drawing!
1. Follow Misikko on Twitter- http://www.twitter.com/misikko (1 extra entry)

2. Blog about the giveaway on a personal website. (2 extra entries)

3. Join Misikko Newsletter (3 extra entries)

Good luck!

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