Beauty News

Michelle Obama Debuts New Bangs!

January 17, 2013

First Lady Michelle Obama celebrated her 49th birthday with a bang, literally!

The always-stylish FLOTUS debuted a new look with textured blunt bangs just in time for her birthday and the inaugural festivities taking place this weekend. The fabulous fringe frames her already gorgeous face and complements the shoulder-skimming bob.

First Lady Michelle Obama

Hair expert George Gonzalez, a Chicago-based stylist who has worked for Oprah shares his tips on getting this banging look:

“Michelle Obama’s new bang is texturized which gives a softer piecey edge to the normal blunt style,” says the owner of George the Salon in Chicago. “To achieve, ask your stylist to chip in with the tips of their shears followed by using texturizing scissors to soften the initial cut to finish. Hair types that are very coarse, thick and curly will have a harder time pulling this look off unless you want to take the time to use a blow dryer and flat iron to style. Ideally, straight or slightly wavy strands that are fine to normal will work best for this new ‘Obama Bang’.”

Do you guys love this look?

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Make Basic Beauty Products Green With Envy!

January 9, 2013

Bye-bye tangerine dreams, hello emerald green!

By now you’ve heard that Pantone announced that the majestic shade will be all the rage this year. For us beauty buffs, that means 2013 will be all about making our basic makeup shades green with envy. Why not choose a fresh new hue for a fun alternative to boring blacks and browns? And what’s fresher than emerald green?

During the holidays, I played around with the jewel-toned shade on my eyes. I applied a L’Oreal emerald liner to my lower lids for an unexpected pop of color. While it didn’t quite give me the sultry, dark-rimmed look I’ve come to love, I will continue experimenting with the lively shade for spring.

Whether you want to try the color on your lids or nails, there are countless options to get in on the grass-is-greener trend!

Check out these finds:

Make Up For Ever Aqua Cream in ‘Emerald Green’ available here; $23

Tarte Waterproof Eye Liner in ‘Sunstone Jade’ available here; $19

Urban Decay ‘The Vice Palette’ available here; $59

Butter London Nail Lacquer in ‘British Racing Green’ available here; $14

Will incorporate emerald green into your beauty routine this year?

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Beauty Bits

October 25, 2011

I know Sephora makes many of us BGs feel like a kid in a candy store, that’s why you can’t miss out on their Friends & Family online discount that ends on November, 2nd. Happy Shopping!

In other beauty news, Nicki Minaj, with her colorful getups and outrageous costumes is taking her penchant for eye-catching flair to nail polishes. The avant-garde rapper, who also happens to be the most sought-after Halloween costume this year, is teaming up with the super nail polish giant OPI for a limited edition 6 polish shade line launching at the top of the new year.

The names of her exclusive polishes are named after her hit songs, “Super Bass,” “4 Life,” “Did It on ‘Em,” “Fly,” and “Save Me.”

Since Nicki Minaj is fearless when it comes to both fashion and beauty, I’m sure it won’t be long before she launches her own line of beauty products. Will you be buying?

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Beauty News: Paula Patton Joins Covergirl

October 19, 2011

Actress Paula Patton is the newest BG to team up with Covergirl. The new mom, and wife of blue-eyed crooner, Robin Thicke, is set to be the new Celebrity Brand Ambassador of a couple of cool new products under the Queen Collection.

In celebration of the new partnership, the brown-skinned beauty will be on-hand to chat live on Facebook this Saturday, October 22nd. You guys will be able to talk with her about her beauty and skincare regime. Plus, you’ll hear about a contest that’s launching on Halloween where you can win a chance to meet her and one of her favorite makeup artists for a Queen Collection Makeover.

Click here for details.

The new Queen Collection will include, Vivid Impact Eyeliner, Natural Hue Matte Pressed Powder and LashFanatic Mascara and will be available in stores January 2012.

Here’s a sneak peek: