2010 August » Addicted to All Things Pretty

Glam Remy Spot "Glam Ponytail" Giveaway – CLOSED

Aug 312010

Meeks is the WINNER! Thanks everyone that entered..be sure to enter future giveaways.

To enter this giveaway simply enter using the entry form below or use this link

For an additional entry follow www.twitter.com/glamremy tweet the following:

I entered the @GlamRemy contest on www.addictedtoallthingspretty.com #glamremy

The winner will have a choice between Kinky Straight (16″), Yaki (14″) or Coarse Yaki (16″). Close ups of the textures are on the website www.glamremyspot.com. This contest is open to US residents only, please be sure to read the contest details.

Before Sex Shower Gel? | Tramp Shower Gel

Aug 312010

Well according to this comment from one of my blog readers Lush “Tramp” Shower Gel is a must before sex.

Also try Tramp shower get by Lush. I MAKE my boyfriend shower with this before sex. It drives me crazy!

Umm I will definitely put this on my list for my next trip to Lush. I can’t think of a shower gel that just puts me in the mood. I think cleanliness in general is sexy . In honor of BET doing an amazing job with “My Mic Sounds Nice” lets watch Salt n Pepa “Tramp” video :: and do the Wop ::

Mariska Hargitay nails at the 2010 Emmys

Aug 312010

OPI took the spotlight at the 2010 Emmys, with actress Mariska Hargitay and artist/TV personality Paula Abdul choosing OPI Nail Lacquers to complete their red-carpet styles.

As a presenter for the evening, Hargitay complemented her blush-colored silk Vera Wang gown and Fred Leighton jewelry with OPI’s We’ll Always Have Paris. Providing the perfect tone to transition from late summer into early fall, the rich coffee shade added a sophisticated touch to the soft, romantic nature of Hargitay’s look. Styled by OPI Celebrity Manicurist Beth Fricke, Hargitay departed from her usual preference of pale colors in a nod to fall’s trend toward rich brown hues.

Meanwhile, Paula Abdul paired her Dolce & Gabbana dress with OPI’s DS Classic on her hands and William Tell Me About OPI on her toes. A shimmering golden-beige, DS Classic gave Abdul’s look a dazzling shine, while the crisp burgundy of William Tell Me About OPI from the new Swiss Collection by OPI provided an elegant yet fashion-forward counterpoint. A manicurist from ROB|B, the first OPI concept salon in the U.S., manicured Abdul at her home prior to the Emmys.

OPI Nail Lacquers are available at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and Ulta, for $8.50 ($9.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer. For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com.

I posted this for Miss Jia. We ALL know how much she loves Mariska.

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Nails of the Day: Zoya "Julieanne" topped with Sally Hansen "Hidden Treasure" | Unleashing my inner Shana Elmsford

Aug 312010

Base: Zoya Anchor

Color: Zoya “Julieanne”

Topping: Sally Hansen “Hidden Treasure”

Topcoat: Diamond Cosmetics Super Dry

Shana was the only curly hair beauty of the band. Not only that but her main color was purple.

New Urban Decay Primer Potion…professional size

Aug 302010

After many years of speculation Urban Decay is finally introducing their new and much improved tube of Primer Potion. I actually held off on purchasing a new tube of Primer Potion because I was waiting on new tubes to hit store shelves. It looks like everyone’s prayers have been answered. I’ll tell you, it’s nothing like a great product with bad package, and that’s what was wrong with Urban Decay’s previous packaging of Primer Potion. When people start making Youtube videos on how to “deconstruct” your tube with a knife, then transfer it to a jar, but then you have to be careful because it can dry out fast in a jar you know something wrong. What ever happen to just removing the stopper and removing the excess like you would your favorite lipgloss? :: Insert confused look here :: As much as I love the effort the fact that this bottle is massive at 0.85 oz. and $29 I may have to pass and leave this to the professionals. The regular tube last forever and its 0.34 oz. for $18. On the other the only primer that works for me and my oil eye lids is Primer Potion. What is a girl to do!? But has Urban Decay waited too long to listen to the needs of their customers? Have beauties moved on to other eyeshadow primers with better packaging such as Too Faced Shadow Insurance and L’Oreal De-Crease?

Via Temptalia, Urban Decay Primer Potion ($29.00 for 0.85 oz.) is now available in the Professional Size, which is the same famous UDPP in a squeeze-tube instead of the curvy genie bottle. Same product, new packaging. I don’t have a lot of details on it at the moment, but I know that Sephora has a limited amount, while Urban Decay will start carrying more on its own website soon.

I did notice that the tube is very… squeezy. There’s a lot of give to the tube, and you’ll need to squeeze it with some pressure to squeeze out the product. This isn’t a criticism, because it allows for more precision and less waste; you won’t squeeze out too much. I just received this tube on Friday, but I did not experience any separation in this tube (which is my annoyance with Too Faced Shadow Insurance) — can’t tell you for sure, since it’s likely a new tube and all that. But so far so good!

I’m sure the packaging change (or at least the availability of it–again, still waiting to hear more information) is a welcome one for a lot of UDPP fans. I was never bothered by UDPP’s original packaging, but I’ve also never been near finishing one!

Urban Decay Naked Palette review and swatches

Aug 302010

Urban Decay Naked Palette

$44.00 by Urban Decay at Sephora

What it is: This palette features 12 eyeshadows that have a distinctly Urban look, yet work for everyone. What it does: These neutrals won’t leave you naked.THIS is how Urban Decay does neutral: Far from boring, the Naked Palette includes 5 NEW shades (with names like Buck, Darkhorse, and Virgin) in addition to seven of the brand’s most addictive best-selling eyeshadows.This is a shadow palette that everyone will want, everyone can use, and everyone will buy. Experiment with office-appropriate neutrals, summertime bronzy looks, or sultry smokiness (achieve golden, brownie, or grey-hued shade combos). Plus, you get an exclusive double-ended version of the award-winning 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Zero (black) and Whisky (a warm brown shade without sparkle) and a mini genie bottle of Eyeshadow Primer Potion. With all this at your fingertips…you’ll hardly need clothes at all.

All taken without flash and indoor lighting

Urban Decay is really trying to woo me with this palette. I haven’t purchased an Urban Decay palette since the release of Deluxe Shadow Box back in 2008. The Naked palette was one that immediately caught my attention simply because of slim chocolate brown velvet case. Most Urban Decay palettes in the past have been cute and colorful. With the addition of the word “naked” boldly embossed in gold foil in the front of the palette, it simply proves that Urban Decay is growing up but remains edgy. The value of the palette is great. You get 12 eye shadows (1.3g each, not the full size 1.5g), 2 24/7 Eye Pencils (1 double sided pencils at 0.5g each), and a travel size bottle of Primer Potion (0.13 fl oz) all for $44. The quality was nothing short of great, which is to be expected with Urban Decay. With the exception of Naked, Buck, and Creep I was able to swatch them with a single onceover. This palette also has a good blend of matte, metallic, and shimmer finish eye shadow. The only colors that gave me issues were Naked and Buck. They didn’t show well on the swatches but I’m sure they work fine when paired with other colors and blended together. Overall I love this palette as an everyday go-to, toss it in the bag, universally friendly, beauty on a budget palettes.

I think the issue that most customers are running into with this palette is getting their hands on it! It’s a permanent palette and it’s not limited edition, however it’s I high demand right now. I’ve gotten word from Urban Decay that they’re manufacturing them as fast as they can. It’s best to simply call your local Urban Decay, Sephora, or Ulta and be added to the waiting list so you can get it as soon as it arrives. I lucked up and just happen to be at Sephora as they were being stocked on the shelves. Only 10 came in that day and I’m sure they were all sold that same day if not the next day. Urban Decay did a wonderful job with this one. I wouldn’t be surprised if they kept up with this trend and released another Naked palette.

I also own the Coastal Scents 88 Warm Palette. The quality can’t be compared to Urban Decay and please do not try to convince me otherwise but a few of the colors come close. I’ll have that post up next week before I go to LA for vacation.

All taken with the flash, indoor

No flash, indoor lighting

Virgin – Frosty pale beige

Sin – Metallic champagne with pink tones

Naked – Matte muted tan. Despite its chalky appearance the texture is smooth but it won’t make a good stand alone color for my skin-tone.

Sidecar – Metallic champagne with brown tones and silver shimmer

Buck – Matte light brown. It’s similar to Naked but deeper in color.

Half Baked – True metallic champagne

Smog – Rich metallic medium toned brown

Darkhorse – Deep metallic chocolate brown with gold flecks

Toasted – Metallic medium pink with brown tones

Hustle – Metallic chocolate plum brown

Creep – Metallic blue-black with aqua and gold flecks

Gunmetal – Medium metallic grey with blue tones

24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in “Whiskey” – A rich warm brown with red tones and a semi matte finish

24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in “Zero” – A true rich black with a semi matte finish

Ri Ri did something every woman has done at least once

Aug 302010

…burned her forehead with a curling iron. In true social media fashion Rihanna took her Twitter account to show off her curling iron burn and new longer hairstyle. Something many women can relate to. Maybe your burn was on your ear but we’ve all experienced the crucial curling or press comb iron burn. The ear is easy to cover but it’s not so easy to hide when it’s in the middle of your forehead. Don’t panic doll, I promise you it’s not the end of the world. Here are some easy tips to help ease the long healing process.

Step away from the butter! This is one of those things that momma and granny got wrong. Butter will trap and intensify the heat. Go for an ice pack or a frozen bag of veggies.
Dab on some pure aloe vera gel to help accelerate the healing process.
Moisturize nightly with vitamin E to not only accelerate the healing process but also moisturize the area. You don’t want a huge dry scab in the center of your forehead.
Be sure to wear sunscreen. You have to be proactive to avoid the discoloration (that you will have) from being darker than it should be and help the color get back to normal as quickly as possible.
If it truly bothers you, try wearing bangs or a side swoop.

I can’t wait to see the final look! We can always count on Rihanna to come with a style that we all either love, hate, or simply trend setting.

2010 Emmy Red Carpet

Aug 292010

Amber Riley

Eva Longoria

Naya Rivera

Betty White

Rutina Wesley

Shaun Robinson

2010 Emmy Red Carpet Looks I Love!

Aug 292010

Lauren Bosworth - The flirty fuchsia lipstick is perfect on her! It makes her green dress just POP. If only we could get some eye drops for those red eyes. Would be surprised if she was up all night from the excitement of attending the Emmy’s.

Kim Kardashian - This is a great example of natural yet dramatic. The lashes are long and dramatic yet natural and not Bambi bold. The white eyeliner make her eyes pop and the sheer golden gloss is gorgeous. A little highlight and soft contouring is perfect here. This is actually a good first date look.

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Meet Vinny from Jersey Shore at CO Bigelow Apothecary during Fashion’s Night Out

Aug 292010

Oh shucks…too bad I won’t be in New York or I’d go check him out. If only to ask did he snuggle with Snooki lol

New York Fashion Week is just around the corner! Kick off the week at Fashion’s Night Out on September 10, 2010 at the C.O. Bigelow Apothecary store from 6-10 pm. The downtown landmark Apothecary store, located at 414 6th Avenue, is a neighborhood favorite to New Yorkers and celebrities alike and will have specials during the event from some of their top-selling brands.

Vinny Guadagnino of MTV’s hit show The Jersey Shore will be at the store from 7pm to 8pm to meet and greet with C.O. Bigelow consumers. He will also showcase his essential grooming products and favorite beauty products for the ladies in his life that are all sold at C.O. Bigelow. Bring your cameras!

Learn how to boost body confidence and feel great in your skin with the experts from Mama Mio Skincare. Mama Mio will be serving complimentary mocktails while sampling its Get Waisted Body Shaper to reduce fat cells, tighten and firm tummy flab. Come on girls! Let’s Get Waisted!

In addition to body treats and beverages, C.O. Bigelow will also have a makeup artist from Jane Iredale giving consultations and tips to stay fresh-faced all week long, a manicurist from Barielle for a quick polish changes and a skincare specialist with Rilastil sampling the latest eye cream. Additionally, Soap & Paper will be giving away a free shea butter soap with any purchase in the store!

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