Rainforest Travel Sweepstakes from Biolage

We love Biolage's Hydrathérapie line and now there's even more reason to pick up a travel set before your next girls' trip:From now through May 31st, enter to win a trip for two to Costa Rica from Biolage.  Purchase a Rainforest Travel Kit for $9 and you'll receive a unique code for an on-line entry. The travel kit includes two travel-sized Hydrating shampoos and two travel-sized Conditioning

Tika Sumpter Talks About Saving the Planet—and Kissing Nate and Chuck

Last week, we had the chance to talk with new Gossip Girl cast member, Tika Sumpter. She was at a Body Shop event promoting the 3-Minute Shower Challenge. Turns out reducing your shower time from  3 minutes to 10 would save 50 gallons of water per shower! If that's unrealistic for you—and hey, no judgments. Long, hot showers are definitely one of our biggest vices—even just shortening your shower

MAC Surf, Baby!

Surf, Baby! from MAC is a beach party in your makeup bag with the new Splashproof Lash Mascara, Skinsheen Bronzer Stick, SPF 20 Liquid Lip Balms and much more. We can't wait to wade through this collection of crushed metallic pigments, hibiscus colored lipsticks and paradise cheek powders. MAC's latest collection is available May 26th at MAC stores, Mac.com, and department stores. Hang Ten!

Kiehls Limited Edition Rare Earth Cleansing Masque

Credit:  Mariano VivancoKiehl's is at it again. For this year's Earth Day, the brand partnered with Chloe Sevigny and Michael C. Hall to design labels for the Limited Edition Rare Earth Cleansing Masque. All of the net proceeds benefit Waterkeeper Allilance,  a grassroots advocacy organization with nearly 200 member organizations. The masque detoxifies skin with fairly traded Amazonian White Clay

How to Make a Ponytail More Glam

Just because a ponytail is your go to style when you're rushed, having a bad hair day, fighting frizz or all of the above, that doesn't mean it has to look sloppy. Check out this video with tips from Mika Rummo, stylist at Salon AKS in New York for tips on how to make a ponytail more glam. Pay close attention and you just may recognize that hair model! Watch the video now.

Pixi's Week of Wakeup Makeup

Pixi's Week of Wakeup Makeup has plenty of colors to keep you looking fresh on your next vacay. With 21 eye shadows, 7 cheek powders and 8 lip glosses, you'll find a look for the poolside, an afternoon wine tasting and some late night dancing. The Week of Makeup is only $34 and available on the re-designed www.PixiBeauty.com and at Target.com and Target stores. Here's a peek of the pinks, peaches

Estée Lauder Sumptuous Extreme Mascara

We try so many mascaras, it isn't easy for one to stand out. Estée Lauder's Sumptuous Extreme Mascara did just that. It does a bang up job of volumizing your lashes without the usual problems that go with it like flaking and smearing. We took a couple of passes through our lashes to smooth out the occasional clumps. At $23.50, it's more expensive than your drugstore alternatives; but the results

April Is National Rosacea Month

Being of Irish descent, I know the problems of fair skin a little too well. Not only do us lighter skin ladies have to be extra careful in the sun, we're also at higher risk for a skin condition called rosacea, an inflammatory skin condition. The most noted characteristic of rosacea is persistent blushing—even when you're not embarrassed or in the presence of your crush. A flare up of rosacea can

Supermodel Hair Made Simple

Who wouldn't want supermodel model hair like Gisele's? Daily Makeover breaks down what it takes to grow your hair out to her shiny, sexy length. Hint: it'll take more than just a good conditioner!

Spring Nail Trends 2011 from butter London

We're fans of butter London nail polish mostly because of their gorgeous colors and the smooth and shiny finish. Their grays and neutrals over the past few seasons were the most wearable and attractive we wore. This spring and summer's collection is inspired by the Impressionist style prints that were on the runways from New York to Paris-- think of Monet's art when you imagine these colors. As

Spring's Hot New Manicures

Whether you're Gaga for the crackled nail polish, hot for bright pink, or you've got the blues for Essie's Coat Azure (pictured above); there are plenty of new colors that'll help you welcome springtime. Daily Makeover gave their picks for ten of spring's super-cool manicures. Which is your favorite? See them all here.

Review: SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Defense

SkinCeuticals latest, Blemish + Age Defense, arrived just in time for my most recent breakout. Sadly I still get them even though I've passed my thirtieth birthday.  Blemish + Age Defense was designed specifically for those of you in my position, looking to control adult acne and prevent aging. The combination of dioic acid and alpha and beta hydroxy acids inhibits oil production, controls acne

Travel Survival Kit

Here's a little something that should be in everyone's carry on: the Ms. and Mrs. Minimergency Travel Kit. It has all those little things you're likely to need—and just as likely to forget to pack. It contains: Hairspray, clear nail polish, nail polish remover, emery board, lip balm, earring backs, clear elastics, sewing kit, double-sided tape, stain remover, deodorant towelette, pain reliever,

Batiste Dry Shampoo Review

Anyone who knows us, knows that we can't live without dry shampoo. It helps make our blowouts last upwards of a week and ensures that we can go on a weekend trip without having to pack styling products (save for hairspray). We recently tested out the Batist Dry Shampoo, and it's fast becoming a fave.The Pluses:It's an aerosol so it sprays evenly across your hair. It works well--we generally start

New Matrix Biolage Hydratherapie

We've been Matrix Biolage users for years, most recently impressed with the Colorcaretherapie line. Their newest Hydratherapie system of hydrating hair products is perfect for dry hair whether yours is a product of too much processing, the dry winter air, or just your hair's natural state. Hydrotherapie uses aloe and passion fruit to continuously moisturize hair in its shampoo, conditioner and

Help for Pre-Trip Breakouts

Anyone who has planned a vacation knows that despite the reward of getting outta town, it can be a stressful experience. You have to make sure everything is squared away at the office, rush around town to get your mani, spray tan and Brazilian wax, unearth your bikini, hit the gym so you look OK in that bikini, pack and much, much more. Then factor in a germ filled plane and well, it's a wonder

The Jet Set Girls Weekender Kit on 3Floz.com

We all know packing beauty products for a trip is a bitch. That's why we love the site 3Floz.com, it has a range of travel size beauty products that beat any CVS or Walgreens. Want to know what some of our favorite products are for a weekend getaway? That's them above as featured in The Jet Set Girls Weekender Kit. For more details and to purchase, click here.

Lancôme Giveaway and Gift with Purchase

Macy's partnered with Lancôme for a gift with purchase which includes this date night worthy bag. Also inside are a couple of our personal faves:  Juicy Tubes Lip Gloss and Hypnose Drama mascara. Spend $32.50 on any Lancôme product and you'll receive $103 worth of Lancôme goodies.Lancôme's super fine gift with purchase is available at Macy's through President's Day, February 21st.We've got two to

What Men Notice First

In a recent study conducted by Pantene, 74% of men indicated that they notice women because of their hair and more men notice a woman's hair before her clothes, legs or makeup! We all know that good hair is important but I had no idea that it is one of the most prominent observation by men during their first encounter with women. How long your hair is plays a big part, as well as smell, shine and

Emergency Skin Repair

We're fresh off a plane from New Orleans, where we had a blast drinking and eating and eating and drinking. While all the food and cocktails were delish, after all the salt, sugar and booze combined with a plane flight, we were feeling rather prune-like by the time we walked through the front door. Enter the June Jacob's Intensive Age Defying Hyrdating Masque. Sweet almond and apricot kernel oils