Anne Hathaway won’t have Botox because she doesn’t want to “erase” who she is.

The ‘Love and Other Drugs’ star was offered the wrinkle-smoothing injections when she was just 23, but won’t have the treatment because her face’s imperfections tell the story of her life.

She told the UK edition of Elle magazine: “I had someone offer me Botox at 23. From the age of 25 to 27 – and this is a little embarrassing to admit – I looked under my eyes every single day, because I thought, ‘It’s going, it’s going, it’s going!’ And then I realized the other day there not wrinkles; they’re smile lines. If you look at pictures of me from a young age, I’ve been smiling the same way since I was little. And I had that wonderful moment when you realize, ‘That’s who I am.’Botox would erase that.”

The 28-year-old actress – who shot to fame in ‘The Princess Diaries’- insists she has stopped defining herself by her looks and is comfortable in her own skin.

She added: “My identity used to be shaped on my appearance so much. I don’t think I was shallow – I just think I was young. I focus on other things a lot more now.

Just as she won’t have Botox, Anne refuses to stick a strict diet because trying to be skinny isn’t fun.

She said: “I’ve hit the point in my life where I understand that being skinny is not sustainable, and nor is it advisable, and nor is it enjoyable.”

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Urban Decay Book of Shadow Volume .III

A gorgeous collection of colors I know a few people on my list who would love this kit.

Totally obsessed with The Big Apple? So are we (how could anyone NOT be?) Inspired by the glimmering lights and iconic landmarks of New York City, Book of Shadows Vol III features 16 eyeshadows that go way beyond neutrals and brights, including SEVEN NEW shades with names like Loaded, Rockstar and Money. We’ve also included nine best-sellers in a range of sizzling textures: everything from glitter to shimmer to matte.

* Bordello Purpley-pink with gold shift
* Kush Bright green
* Loaded Deep emerald/black
* Money Silvery pale green
* Radium Bright blue
* Rockstar Deep eggplant with metallic base
* Suspect Oyster with dimensional shift
* Haight Shimmering, mermaid blue (Permanent)
* Psychedelic Sister Purple amethyst (Permanent)
* Snatch Peachy-pink with glitter (Permanent)
* Last Call Plum punch (Permanent)
* Maui Wowie Medium gold with silver glitter (Permanent)
* Midnight Cowboy Rides Again Golden beige with bronze, gold, and silver glitter (Permanent)
* Smog Deep coppery bronze (Permanent)
* Perversion Matte jet black (Permanent)
* Uzi Metallic silver with big iridescent sparkles (Permanent)

Also included:

* Ransom 24/7 Eye Pencil
* Zero 24/7 Eye Pencil
* Eyeshadow Primer Potion (Travel-size)

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Skis up! If you plan to hit the slopes this winter you need beauty products that will withstand the cold and harsh conditions of all those snowy peaks.

Protect and save yourself with these 5 ski bunny essentials:

1. Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 15: A skier’s best defense against windburn and chapped skin is to keep skin super moisturized and protected from the sun’s harmful rays. Save time with a two-in-one moisturizer/SPF combo, like Cetaphil’s Daily Facial Moisturizer. It’s non-greasy and lightweight formula won’t make your skin feel heavy and the SPF protects against both UVA and UVB rays from the sun. Look for Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer at stores like CVS, Walgreens, Target and Rite Aid, with a suggested retail price of $11.99. www.cetaphil.com

2. LypSyl Intense Protection LypMoisturizer: Wind got your lips feeling the burn? Try LypSyl, made with pure Swedish beeswax that protects lips from windburn and also moisturizes at the same time. Natural ingredients, including organic Shea butter, coconut oil and Vitamins E and A help the balm glide smoothly over lips, leaving them feeling soft, smooth and tingly. Use LypSyl every day before jumping on the lift to keep lips feeling and looking good. For sunscreen lip protection grab LypSyl in Honeyberry. LypSyl Intense Protection and LypSyl Honeyberry retail for $2.99 and can be found at drugstores nationwide. www.lypsylhome.com

3. CoverGirl LashBlast Mascara: While mascara won’t protect your eyes while skiing, if you want to look glam while racing down the hill, CoverGirl’s LashBlast Mascara (waterproof version of course!) packs a punch. In a variety of shades, this mascara magnifies lashes to give you a “come hither” stare. It’s also hypoallergenic and perfect for anyone who wears contacts. With a suggested retail price of $7.79, find LashBlast at grocery stores and drugstores nationwide. www.covergirl.com

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America’s finest have joined forces to help the families of wounded and fallen soldiers with the 2011 American Heroes calendar. This hunky calendar not only looks good, but 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Freedom Is Not Free, a charity that helps wounded service members and the families of those killed in action. Each month features a soldier from a different branch of service united in one cause: giving back to those who gave all. The eleven men featured in the America’s Heroes 2011 Calendar are all former members of our nation’s armed forces with combat experience. None are professional models- Each of these heroes is so passionate about this project they donated their time and traveled to the San Diego calendar photo shoot at their own expense.

For additional info/ Images: https://sites.google.com/site/americanheroespressroom/
Purchase: http://www.freedomisnotfree.com/freedom-merchandise.php

Cost: $14.99

About Freedom Is Not Free
Freedom Is Not free is a CA. based 501 (c) (3) Non profit organization dedicated to assisting wounded service members and their families, and the families of the fatally wounded. We fulfill our mission in the following manner: Freedom Is Not Free makes grants to Purple Heart veterans and their families to meet their immediate financial needs, including but not limited to, the expenses associated with medical care, travel, home modification and paying bills. We support community projects for wounded veterans and provide support and healing activities for the families of wounded service members, particularly their children.

Motto: “They gave all… Let’s give back.”

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Check out Nubar’s 10th anniversary nail polish.

This clear topcoat is filled with tiny reflective flakes that subtly shimmer in hues of green, orange, or gold, depending on the light and your base color.

It does double duty as a cool complement to almost every polish shade, and as a secret weapon that disguises a not-so-perfect DIY manicure. And worn solo, the lacquer is chic update to the multicolored, extreme glitter look you rocked back in middle school.

What are you waiting for? Better get glowing.

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These pretty (not pricey!) accents will help you glow this holiday.

Thanks to reflective “pearls” mixed into the pigment, Almay’s shadow trio will make your eyes shine ($7.50, Walmart).

This party-perfect statement necklace mixes strands of pearls, faux diamonds, gold chain, and beads ($18, amiclubwear.com).

Pretty peep-toes covered in antiqued gold rosettes add a romantic touch to an evening out ($50, chineselaundry.com).

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I really love the new UNITE haircare line, it has done wonders with my hair. The scent of both the shampoo and conditioner is so pretty it leaves my hair smelling amazing.

UNITE shampoo gets my hair really clean without over drying it and has really helped my hair to shine. My favorite product though has to be UNITE conditioner, at first I thought it wasn’t thick enough to really condition my hair. That is where the magic is though, it feels more like a shampoo during application instead of the overly thick almost lotion texture of a lot of conditioners. The UNITE conditioner is the perfect balance for my dual personality hair it conditions enough to keep my curls in line but is lightwieght enough not the weigh down my super fine hair. I love how great my hair looks and feels while using UNITE I have even been leaving it down, which for a girl who ties her hair up 99.5% of the time is a big thing!

UNITE is an amazing, cruelty-free, botanically based line proudly free of parabens, sulfate, dea & mea ingredients, and gluten. The premium line already has a list of celebrity fans such as: Heidi Klum, Eva Longoria, Sienna Miller, David Beckham, Nina Dobrev, Jennifer Hudson,  and many more. www.unitehair.com

UNITE Volumizing Shampoo
Create soft flexible volume and enhance natural luster and shine. Volumizes without sacrificing your hair’s natural moisture. Imagine that!!

Key Ingredients:
Hydroxypropyl Methocellulose: Thickens hair and enhances volume
Moringa Seed Extract : Color Locking Antioxidant
Botanisil: Moisturizes, locks in color, thermal protector

Price: $21.95

UNITE Volumizing Conditioner
Enjoy the feeling of fullness, volume and shine without the weight! Your hair will feel so manageable and light , you’ll be on cloud nine all day.

Key Ingredients:
Behentrimonium: Gives weightless moisture
Moringa Seed Extract : Color Locking Antioxidant
Botanisil: Moisturizes, locks in color, thermal protector

Price: $23.95

Disclosure: Complimentary samples of the above mentioned product were sent to me for an honest review.

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