Celebrity Beauty Secrets Part 2

Younger looking skin
In Hollywood skin regimens, it's all about prevention. But let's face it, sometimes nature has its way with our skin before we realize what's happening. Stars like Felicity Huffman rely on super serums like Leaf & Rusher Active Serum to stave off the signs of aging. In this heavy-duty beauty product Retinol and vitamin C join forces to battle fine lines and wrinkles and boost collagen production.
Foundation that pulls double duty
Ever wonder why celebrity skin looks so great? According to Fatima Olive, a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with Christy Turlington, Jessica Simpson, Maria Sharapova and Petra Nemcova, it's because professional makeup artists always use two to three different colors of foundation to highlight and low light different pigments all over the face. Most women don't realize their skin tone varies and buy only one shade of foundation.
Here's an easy pro trick: Use a dual foundation compact like Redpoint's Transformative Dual Foundation. With two shades, you can easily blend and match to bring out a particular feature. The compact is also a great easy tool to have throughout the seasons as skin tone tans and fades.
Even out skin tone
Reese Witherspoon, Daisy Fuentes, Nicollette Sheridan and Jennifer Hudson know something we don't know ... until now anyway. All are fans of Per-fekt Beauty's skin perfection gel-all-in-one antioxidant enriched primer, sheer foundation and color corrector that dries with a gorgeous powder finish.This power foundation glides on effortlessly to instantly even skin tone, control oil and reduce the appearance of redness, enlarged pores and fine lines. Alpha Lipoic Acids fight aging and Vitamins A & E repair and protect skin from future damage. Available in 5 sheer shades that perfectly match all skin tones.
Get a Healthy Glow
Piling on tinted moisturizer is one way to try for the sun-kissed look, or you could hydrate and nourish from the inside out. Drinking enough water (yes, you really should drink 6-8 8 oz. glasses) is a start. Giving your body the nutrients it needs is another way to look like a dewy goddess.
CherryPharm (isn't that clever?) is a favorite of Courtney Cox and Kate Bosworth for clear, glowing skin. CherryPharm is packed with antioxidants, helping to reduce inflammation and redness-and you get 2-3 servings of fruit in each bottle. Cherries and cheers to looking and feeling great!
Pamper your way to better skin
Looking your best isn't all pain-it can be a lot of fun taking care of your body and skin. Celebrity esthetician Joanna Vargas's Triple Crown Facial helps leading ladies achieve that young and dewy look (and without Botox!).
Offered in NYC and LA, the Triple Crown Facial begins with the "diamond peel" for gentle exfoliation to remove impurities. Next, the facial muscles and the skin are stimulated with a special microcurrent to tighten and enhance skin elasticity, then it concludes with an oxygen treatment that supplements the skin with all the needed nutrients through vitamin infused 98% pure oxygen.
Plump Up Lips
Candace Bushnell, author of Sex and the City and Lipstick Jungle appeared on The Today Show on Feb. 14, 2008 with gorgeously plump, lush, glossy lips. Her secret? DermaQuest's spectacular C-Lipoic Lip Enhancer.
This lip treatment is enhanced with Vitamin C and contains Alpha Lipoic Acid and Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, plus additional ingredients to moisturize and increase lip volume. It also stimulates new cell growth for rosy, healthy lips and has a gorgeous orange fragrance and flavor!
Or, you could try a few tricks of the trade. "I find that the oldest trick is outlining in the 1950's 'crueler' style," says celebrity makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff. "Think of Joan Crawford, Lana Turner or Dorothy Dandridge. Going outside the lip line makes lips look dramatically bigger. Of course if liner is something you don't use, there are plenty lip plumpers out there. My favorite is Lip Fusion which comes in many colors."
Get Toned Skin
The Dynamic Trio: Grapeseed Extract, Green Tea, Hyaluronic AcidJust like a Hollywood star is never a solo act (think personal assistants, managers, stylists, makeup artists, trainers, nutritionists, etc. that help her maintain a glamorous image), no one beauty ingredient treats all skin conditions.
There are three naturally occurring skin-tightening and anti-aging powerhouses catching the attention of celebrities: grapeseed extract, green tea and hyaluronic acid.
"Grapeseed Extract is a natural skin brightening agent that diminishes uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation," says David May of PRESCRIBEDsolutions, a line of high-performance skincare products. It also has benefits as an anti-scarring agent.
Green tea (also known as Canellia sinensis) extract is a mixture of seven polyphenols that react rapidly to inactive free radicals (electrically charged oxygen particles) that are a source of major damage and aging of the skin.
"In clinical trials, green tea extract has been shown to prevent free radical attack 56% longer than an equivalent concentration of Vitamin E," May says. "Green Tea Extract also enhances the absorption of anti-inflammatory ingredients into the skin."
Hyaluronic acid may sound ominous but it's actually an organic acid present in human skin, naturally making it the most effective natural skin moisturizer (it can hold up to 500 times its own weight in water).According to LiveLonger123, hyaluronic acid has been scientifically proven to stimulate new cell growth. When should you use it? Use after exfoliation to protect, hydrate and moisturize (it's great for all skin types).
You can find all of these ingredients in PRESCRIBEDsolutions' skincare products including cleansers, anti-aging serums, hydrators sold exclusively in medical offices.
It's only natural that celebrities think they're special enough to have beauty products customer tailored. But you can do this too! Think of it as having a dressed tailored to fit your body type. When visit a doctor's office that carries the PRESCRIBEDsolutions line, they can customize your skincare solutions with condition specific boosters to address concerns like hyperpigmentation, anti-oxidant protection or the need for firming.
Three Custom Color Specialists is another beauty line that will custom blend makeup to suit your specifications. And there's nothing like having your own signature style.
A. Covington is a beauty writer who loves anything that smells great and makes her skin, nails, and hair look and feel amazing. Amy also has a penchant for silk scarves, designer handbags, and anything luxury. She maintains three blogs for Belisi Fashions, a luxury accessories brand, specializing in silk neckties.
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Latina Beauty: Books that enhance beauty from the inside out!

LATINA BEAUTY

Book Description
There was an empty niche in the beauty book category that has been filled with a phenomenal guide that specifically targets Latina women everywhere. Written by authors Christy Haubegger and Belen Aranda-Alvarado, this book provides insider tips from the hottest celebrities, models, and beauty experts.
It is different from most beauty guides on the market because it addresses your spiritual condition, and the significance of having the support of family and community. You will discover that total beauty is redefined from the distinctive perspective of the Hispanic woman. The pages are gorgeously produced in full color, and packed with information, inspiration, and celebrity insight.
Review
No matter what your ethnic background is, this book is a gem! The information targets the Latina woman, but it is appropriate for every woman. It covers how to get flawless skin, striking eyes, and a great attitude ? all at the same time! You will learn everything from creating a sacred space to eating for optimal health.
A unique piece of information that isn?t typically included in other beauty books is how to use the color wheel to pick out the best eyeshadows to enhance your eyes. Furthermore, you will have tons of fun learning how to create the illusion of plump, luscious lips without looking like a clown, and the importance of having a suitable beauty regimen. The content is presented in a down-to-earth fashion, and the pages contain beautiful vibrant pictures, so you will not walk away feeling as though you?ve purchased another ?empty? beauty book.
The authors of this lovely beauty guide understand that Latin women come in various shades, and they stress the importance of making your skin look radiant and beautiful. For example, Salma Hayek, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Lopez, and Penelope Cruz are of Latin descent, yet they each have that ?special something? which makes them different from the other. Be prepared to walk away with a greater appreciation of your culture and that lovely golden-brown skin. I recommend this great book to Latin women everywhere!
THALIA: !BELLEZA! LESSONS IN LIPGLOSS AND HAPPINESS

Book Description
Latin Grammy award-winning Mexican singer and actress Thalia delivers the ultimate guide to Latina beauty. In Thalia:!Belleza! Lessons in Lipgloss and Happiness, Thalia?s exciting personality is imprinted on every page.
She shares her personal beauty secrets, the beauty dos and don?ts, and makeup tips learned from working with top makeup artists and hairstylists.
The generously illustrated chapters on skin, makeup, and inner beauty show you how to make the most of who you are as an empowering Latina. Colorful photos make techniques easy to learn and master while before-and-after shots inspire la nueva belleza. In these uniquely designed pages Thalia teaches you how to use every beauty tool at your disposal, no matter if it?s a mascara wand or a fearless approach to life.
Review
This book contains the most amazing and beautiful pictures of Thalia! She is the perfect example of how a woman?s physical beauty can reflect her internal peace and happiness. A role model for our generation of Latinas, she and her new book prove that genuine beauty is a combination of acquiring a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Not only does Thalia share some great celebrity secrets she?s learned from the pros, she also shares who she is, and how she maintains that positive uplifting energy. She?s very inspiring, feminine, and fun.
The content is very well written and presented in a down-to-earth fashion. You will receive lots of great information about lessons in beauty itself. I love her message about the importance of happiness, enlightenment, and positive thinking because no matter how you feel on the inside, it will shine through to the outside world. Thalia?s amusing phrases make the book much more interesting. It is a must have if you truly are a Thalia fan or a fan of Latina beauty.
This book is available in both English and Spanish, so you can get the best of both worlds. I must give Thalia two thumbs up for a job well done!

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Top 5 beauty jobs that may interest you

If you are interested in entering the beauty industry, then one of these beauty jobs may work for you. Some require you to complete a training course and receive a license before you can begin working. This is to ensure that you have specific knowledge about your area of expertise because you may have to deal with certain chemicals and substances, so it?s important to know how to handle them. Not all beauty jobs require you to receive certification, and the best part is that you can help others like yourself improve their appearance and gain confidence.

From what I?ve seen over the years, it truly takes a positive attitude, professionalism, and passion to succeed at anything, including the field of beauty. When others come to you to help them feel beautiful, always keep in mind that beauty begins with a smile and upbeat personality. It will help new clients feel comfortable with you, and that could mean good business in the long run.
?Nail Technician
Also called a manicurist/pedicurist, this technician helps improve the condition of the nails by cleaning, shaping, and polishing. Nail Technicians can also trim cuticles and educate their customer on overall nail health. Most tend to work in nail salons and spas, and provide services that include gel nails, wraps, acrylic nails, and design decorations. The required certification program for this beauty job is provided at a nearby cosmetology school or one that specializes in nail care and design.
The program involves a lab where students can gain experience working with real customers while preparing to receive the necessary license to practice. It is mandatory that manicurists be licensed, and they are required to renew/update their license after a certain number of years. Since most graduate from cosmetology school, it?s common for them to offer waxing and massage services to their customers as well.
?Makeup Artist
Use cosmetics to beautify the clients face and body. Makeup artists can work in various capacities including the cosmetics counter, runway, weddings, television and film, and photo shoots. A license and experience may be required depending on the area you are looking to work in. If you do not have a job with a particular company, the best way to gain work experience is by taking on freelance assignments.
This is where you will gain a lot of practice and knowledge in working with different clients? skin type and face shapes. With theatrical makeup application, you will have to use makeup along with other required materials to alter the appearance of your subject. This is where completing your education at a cosmetology school ? or one that specializes in theatrical makeup - is necessary. You need extraordinary training for anything having to do with working with a client whose job takes place in front of the camera or on stage.
Lots of creativity is involved, and you must be able to transfer your vision onto the client for the required purpose. Having an outgoing and warm personality will help your client feel more secure and less vulnerable as they are waiting to see the results of your work. Compensation depends on the assignment, and length of the assignment, so having a second job will help you survive financially.
?Hair Stylist (Beautician)
Hair Stylists work in the most demanding area of the beauty job industry. Most stylists posses the creativity for complimenting their customer?s face and personality with a hairstyle that?s suitable for them. As a stylist it is your responsibility to have in-depth knowledge of hair care so that you know which products work best for different hair types and situations. This will help you maintain optimal health of the hair, which is the ultimate goal in pleasing your client.
It is also very important to stay informed of the ever-evolving fashion industry and upcoming trends. The bulk of your clientele will want to stay up-to-date with the latest styles, and they will be relying on you to deliver the result they are seeking. Hair Stylists are required to have a license, which involves completing a training session at a nearby cosmetology school. Upon receiving your license, you may have to complete up to 600 hours of training, which includes both class and lab work.
This experience will help you become comfortable in working with different types of hair and styling techniques. Having a great bedside manner (attitude) is a must in building a relationship with your clients. No matter what salon you work in, it?s valuable to realize that clients are ultimately attracted to you and your skill.
?Beauty Consultants
The most popular of all beauty job occupations, Beauty Consultant?s don?t need any type of certification or license to get work. There are some popular cosmetic and skin care lines that rely on independent consultants to provide products and services on their behalf. The consultant is skilled at identifying your skin type, and recommending products that are best suitable for your skin or desired look. The sign-up fee varies depending on the company, and sometimes the consultant is required to have products on-hand for potential customers to purchase.
In this case, be prepared to front the necessary expense to get the products you need to get started with this beauty job. In turn the consultant will receive a percentage of the total sales amount, along with other possible prizes or compensation. Services have evolved to the point where a customer can simply order their desired products online through their representatives? site instead of the traditional method of needing the consultant to visit their home to deliver a brochure. To succeed in this business requires strong interpersonal skills and a positive personality.
It?s very important to be personable with your customer because you may be competing against other consultants in your area that work for the same/similar company.
?Esthetician (Beauty Therapist)
A licensed professional, an esthetician provides specific skin care services including facials, body treatments, massages, and waxing. They are usually located in spas or salons, and have flexible work schedules. There are different levels of this occupation, which depends on education and skill. The more training and education you have, the more procedures you are allowed to perform on the job.
Some are satisfied as the basic level, where others want to perform the more challenging duties, which is where the master esthetician level might work best. For career advancement, Medical esthetics is becoming a more competitive beauty job, and will give you an advantage over the rest. It involves working with patients with disfiguring diseases, who want to learn makeup rehabilitation procedures.
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