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Posted by Total Beauty on 01/07/13 at 12:06PM
When it comes to all natural, do-gooder ingredients, Yes To has a line for all the classics: Blueberry, cucumber, tomato, and, of course, carrots. So it's no surprise the brand is now adding a line based off everyone's favorite citrus scent: grapefruit.
The new collection features seven products for the face and body ranging from brightening facial towelettes to a dark spot correcting serum. Naturally the grapefruit extract does more than just smell yummy (though let's be honest, that is a huge plus!), it also evens out the complexion, brightens skin, and helps protect against free radicals.
The line will be available in all major drugstores and online beginning this March.
The truth: they had us at the word "grapefruit." But what about you? Are you excited for the new collection?
Posted by Total Beauty on 01/04/13 at 11:34AM
Can you think of a better end to a lazy Sunday than putting your feet up and treating yourself to a facial mask as you soak in the drama of Downton Abbey's Season 3 premiere? Neither can we. Nor can beauty brand Elemis, for that matter.
The leading British skin care and spa brand is celebrating the period drama's return on January 6th with new Upstairs/Downstairs facial treatments for Downton fans to experience while they tune in each week. Each treatment, which features ingredients popular in the early 1900s (think lavender, honey and oats), comes in a DIY Downstairs recipe version (provided via Twitter to those who follow @ElemisUSA) that you can concoct at home and in an Upstairs-worthy version in the form of a high-quality Elemis product that is ready to use.
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Posted by Total Beauty on 01/03/13 at 11:58AM
When we think of the '90s, a few things come to mind: Pin thin eyebrows, scrunchies, and Jane Cosmetics. Although the first two won't be making a comeback this year, the beloved beauty brand actually is.
After disappearing from shelves in 2009, Jane Cosmetics has relaunched its product line this month online and will be available in drugstores in March.
Along with the classic Jane lip glosses that we all reminisce about, the product line also includes a new array of metallic eyeshadows and waterproof mascaras.
If you're feeling guilty about stocking up merely for nostalgia sake, here's something to consider: Jane has also created the Friends of Jane Network, which partners up with charities that help women who share a love of fashion and beauty.
The Friends of Jane Lip Collection…
Posted by Total Beauty on 01/02/13 at 02:50PM
Think back to the 1990's. Can you remember the first time you used Herbal Essences? (I definitely can.) If you close your eyes, can you imagine the scent? What about the commercial? (Yes! Yes! Yes!)
The beloved shampoos and conditioners that were all the rage back then -- the Shine and Smooth Collections -- were discontinued in 2006. And for the last six years, women everywhere have been begging to get them back. Well, someone finally rallied fans to sign a petition, and that did it: Starting in February the Herbal Essences Shine and Smooth Collections will be returning to drugstore shelves -- at the vintage price of $3.99 each. The fragrances and packaging are the same, and the formulas are even better -- silicone and sulfate free.
Want to get in on the action early? On January…
Posted by Total Beauty on 12/21/12 at 01:27PM
Mad about manis? You're not alone. In fact, now there's a whole not-so-secret society dedicated to all things nails.
Nail Art Society caters to those of us who are nail crazed by delivering a monthly nail survival kit complete with full sized nail polish, nail art accessories, and professional tools (think Birchbox for your nails). There are even step by step guidelines on how to create your favorite nail art looks.
Membership is $19.95 a month and also comes with video tutorials, trend reports, and the newest tips from celeb nail artists on the website, nailartsociety.com.
Show of perfectly-polished hands: Who's going to join?
