Another Giveaway? YES- Plus the winner from Dirty Blonde...

Glytone and Avene are two of my favorite high end skin care brands. You will love them both! And I have four gift sachets to give away to Hello Dollface readers. Here's what you can win:

Avene's mini Thermal Spring Water * Hydrance Optimale SPF 25 * Glytone Waterproof Sunscreen SPF 30 * Glytone Hand Cream SPF 15

You know the drill. Send an email to Distressedbluejeans@gmail.com with SKIN in the subject line. Include your full name and address. I will chose five winners by the end of the day tomorrow.

***And CONGRATS to Jen C from Menifee CA who won the Dirty Blonde Cocktails!***

Daily Dollfaces and one mutant insect alien

Here's Rumer Willis, channeling her inner Ashlee Simpson. I had a pleather jacket like that when I was a teenager and my mom's friend took one look at me in my tough (but cheap) jacket and said to my mom, "Oh...I'm so glad I have boys!"

Jenny McCarthy looks fantastic in that shade of green. I love it! Hair, makeup, everything looks perfect.

Tear your eyes away from Beck's hideous suit and check out the non-heels of the extremely ugly boots Victoria is wearing. I suppose they use hidden suspension technology, such as that of an earthquake friendly building. She's creeping along like a mutant insect-alien.

Speaking of aliens... who's dressing Tom these days? Clearly its not Rachel Zoe. She'd never pair that jacket with jeans! Horrible! I can't stand the way he holds Katie's hand when they walk, as if he's guiding her. Can she not find her own way?

When I saw Dita Von Teese with that jaunty little top hat, I immediately had flashbacks of this Charlie McCarthy puppet we had in the house growing up. I don't remember why we had it, I just recall my baby sister being deathly afraid of him. So I'd pull him down from the closet for laughs. That was so mean!

Dita needs a monocle, don't you agree?

Just out for a stroll...wearing stilettos? Zac and Vanessa only have to continue this dating charade until High School Musical 3 comes out in October then she can go ahead and date a Jonas brother. You know who is committed to seeing HS3 already? Me! My daughter cannot wait to see this film.

I like Sarah Michelle Geller although I don't think she needs all three names. She lives her life, out of the public eye and doesn't go out and make a fool of herself or blab her business to the tabloids. She shows up at events and usually looks nice, she seems down to earth.

I like those funky shoes, I want a pair to wear with jeans.

So cute! Rachel McAdams is totally pretty in pink. Her complexion is beautiful in that pink shirt. I prefer her as a blonde but she didn't consult me before dying her hair. She should have. I would have recommended a golden blonde. But when you're as gorgeous as her, you can do anything.

Kate Moss in zebra pants! She could hide out at the zoo and blend right in. I usually dig her style but I'm going to have to pass on the animal print.

All of these photos of Jennifer Aniston have been popping up-Jen in Mexico in a green bikini, alone. Jen at the beach, alone. Jen laying in the sun with a bucket of ice waters and sun tan lotion, alone. Who travels to Cabo by themselves? I'm sure there's a friend or two around but all pictures indicate she's going solo.

I'll be her friend. I think we would get along great. We could do yoga and eat Mexican food together and gossip like girlfriends are prone to do. We'd shop and laugh! She'd produce my screenplay and I'd earn millions of dollars.

Wow, that's a heavy load of makeup Jennifer Lopez is sporting. Everything would be better if the lipstick was subtle. When your lipstick is thick like her's, that's usually when it migrates to the front teeth. I get the feeling none of her assistants would tell her if her teeth were red. They'd laugh behind her back.

Now you can get the full scope of the dress, makeup and hair all together. The dress is kind of cute but it looks bunched up in the front.

Heather Graham, so cute! I love that vivid yellow dress.

Because what's better than one photo of David Beckham in an ugly suit? Two photos!

The tie, shirt and vest/pants are all clashing. Its a black and white pattern overload. Plaids and checks and stripes...and this is supposed to be a very fashion forward couple?

There was only one time in my life when I needed help walking and it was when I was an infant. Why does Britney need assistance? Like Katie Holmes, she must be guided.

I'd love to send Britney away for about a year and totally revamp her image. I'd lose the weave, toss the old jeans and turn her into an elegant woman. It would be My Fair Lady...only My Fair Britney. Oh no, suddenly I have a vision of a new reality show....

Senna Fall Collection

You need to check out all the beautiful cosmetics Senna offers. I'm loving this brand. Their fall collection is so lovely. Just look at the makeup of the model above. You too can have expertly shadowed eyes like the model with the Mineral Eyes Shadow Trio. It's even prettier in real life. I'm holding it now, wondering how I can blend it so perfectly.

24Karat Eye Bling is a gold shadow with a cream to powder consistency. The gold is a must have for the fall according to the fashion magazines. The Sheer Lipstick spf 15 in the shade of Allure, will turn your lips into a bronze-gold color with slight, subtle shimmer. Add some rosy cheeks and you have an simple but pretty day time look.

I love false eyelashes and have been known to wear them on special occasions. Look at the ones from Senna, they look like they would give a very glamorous accent to any made-up face.

I cannot believe how many great products Senna has to offer. I only heard of this brand a few months ago so I feel like they are brand new. I have my eye on that Silky Firmer on the Best Sellers page!

Dirty Blonde Cocktail Giveaway

Here is the founder of these delicious cocktails, Kristen, with Derek and Mark from Dancing with the Stars. It's Drinking with the Stars!

Kristen from Dirty Blonde Cocktails has so kindly offered one Hello Dollface reader a free 4-pack of cocktails and black rhinestone tee or tank! After a long hard day, imagine how refreshing it would be to sip one of these amazing drinks. Trust me when I tell you that these are the bomb! I don't think you could drink just one so thank goodness she's giving away a four pack. All you have to do is email me with DIRTY BLONDE in the subject line. I'll pick a winner within the next 24 hours. Email me at distressedbluejeans@gmail.com



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Avene Cold Cream

With the cold winter months just around the corner, and might I add- I CAN'T WAIT- our skin is going to get dry. Nailbeds and cuticles will become ragged and let's not even talk about how dry the feet can get. Cheeks get whipped by the freezing wind for those of you who don't live in Southern California. You've got to do what you can to keep that moisture sealed in.



Avene has a line of Cold Cream products especially formulated for dry, sensitive skin. Keep the skin hydrated, the wrinkles plumped. I personally love the Cold Cream- I slather it on when I'm at home and just let it penetrate the skin. Also noteworthy is the Hand Cream-Cold Cream and Body Lotion with Cold Cream. You can learn more about Avene here. This is a wonderful brand, everything I try from them, I end up loving! I keep the face wash in the shower and use it nearly every day. The hand cream will find its way into my car where I always end up noticing my dry hands on the steering wheel!

ANSR for acne prone skin

You know what really blows? Being thirty six and still getting pimples. I think once you leave the teen years, zits should be a thing of the past! It should be natures way of compensating for a slower metabolism and wrinkles. We should all have clear skin without pimples, black heads or the annoying and unsightly cystic acne that roots deep under the skin like some kind of burrowing vermin.

Thankfully, we do have technology on our side and ANSR is a product that helps clear up acne.

This is a very cool little machine and since I am no scientist I will quote directly on how it works:

ANSR: PREP cleanses the skin for enhanced effectiveness of the phototherapy treatment. The ANSR: BEAM blue light waves kill the bacteria and ensuing infection, while the red light waves rapidly heal the skin. ANSR: NIGHT inhibits the excess secretions that create blemishes, while ANSR: DAY adds a moisturizing element to the acne fighting ingredients to keep skin balanced.

It's very easy to use and although there are a few steps, it's worth the five minutes it takes to do the whole routine. First you clean your skin with the PREP. Then you apply the blue and red photolight to the affected area. Next apply the DAY or NIGHT lotion depending on the time of day. There! So simple and easy to use and the result is clean, smooth skin. I love it. This is a must have if you are prone to acne like..cough, cough.. some of us are. Click here to learn more!

Daily Dollfaces

I always like to see Rachel Zoe's clothing choices to get an idea of what I could wear if I had a big fancy event to attend. And if I had her money. Or access to her closet.

Here's a trend to pass up, those rubbery leggings. I admit, I thought of buying a pair to wear this fall. But then I realized I'm way too old to wear them. Plus, what would I wear them with?
Paris might be trying to look bad-ass in them but I'm not sure if she successfully pulls off the look. Maybe for a Halloween costume...?

Michelle Williams is so cute. She reminds me of a little fairy, a pixie. Two thumbs up for her subtle makeup.

They look nice. Matthew McConageyhay and Camilla are all dressed up and fancy looking. I wonder if he took a shower and used soap? I know he enjoys being grubby and dirty.

Kate Beckinsdale is so beautiful. Even carrying a Whole Foods bag and walking to her car she looks amazing.

Okay, I had to look once, twice, three times to see if Jennifer Lopez was really wearing a black mesh hat of some kind that partially covers her face. And yes. Like what old fashioned grandmas wear at funerals.

Helena Bonham Carter has always marched to the beat of her own drum. And I love her for it. And I love the outfit the nanny is wearing too.

Gwen Stefani and son Kingston. Note the Z necklace. Obviously for Zuma. I'm not used to that name yet. Its not growing on me at all. Maybe for a pet, like a dog.

It's all so very Cinderella complete with the costumes of the footmen!

The only reason I posted this picture was so that we could all admire the way Dita Von Teese seems to glow like an apparition! I have a feeling she is completely diligent about using sunscreen on her face every day.

Suave..yes, Suave

How many times have you walked into the drugstore and strolled past Suave shampoos and conditioners, not even giving barely a glance to this affordable brand? Next time you find yourself in the aisles of your favorite store, stop and take a peek at Suave. I tried both the Volumizing and Shine lines and- surprise!- loved them. My daughter, with her long curly hair, took all my products and decided that they were for her only and I was not allowed to use any of them! I did sneak them into the shower and tested everything before she noticed.

I liked the way these shampoos lather up and wash completely out with no residue. The conditioners left my hair soft and detangled. The Vibrant Shine Mist made my little girls hair look photo-worthy without weighing the hair down. Since her hair is not limp, frizzy or color treated like mine, she really has the best locks to test products on!

One thing I was able to use without her taking was the Invisible Solid Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant. It lasted all day and smelled good- I tested the Sweet Pea and Violet scent.

Suave is a brand that is way affordable. If you shell out the big bucks for hair color and a cut, you can save some cash on your styling products by using Suave. And did you know there are even products geared towards kids? And men? Body wash and skincare? You can find it all at Suave.com. I'm so impressed with all the products they offer.

My latest obsession...

I'd like you to meet Miz Mooz boots. When I was in San Fransisco, I stopped a girl to ask about her cool boots. They had buttons up the side, came to a little below the knee and were awesome enough for me to stop in my tracks, rub my eyes and say, "Holy cow! I want your boots!" She told me the brand and when I got home, I tried to find Miss Moos boots. Since I typed it in wrong, of course I didn't find them but I persevered and found the MIZ MOOZ boots of my fantasies. I emailed the company right away asking about the brand but sadly, they never got back to me. What's up with that?



Of course they are more expensive than I would like so chances are unlikely that I will be wearing these in the fall and winter. The last time I really really splurged on a pair shoes was 1994. I wanted cowboy boots for some odd reason. I suppose they were in fashion for a while and I was determined to buy a pair. I looked high and low at Garden State Plaza in Paramus, NJ. Finally I marched into Nordstrom and paid nearly $300 for a pair. Do you know where those boots are now? In my closet along with the winter coats we never wear in southern California.



You can click here to eyeball the shoes and boots yourself. I'm certain they are very comfortable and fabulous! I'll be dreaming of them all season.

Daily Dollfaces

Eva Longoria has said she's not pregnant just FAT! Look at this body. This is not fat at all.

We don't see Sandra Bullock out very much so I don't really want to give her a hard time about the tights and the bunchy dress with the weird diagonal zipper. Her hair looks great!

I wouldn't mind having Lisa Rinna's body or her clothes. I look at Belle Gray to see what's new there but unfortunately, cannot afford anything!

I'm debating whether or not to cut my hair this short. Katherine Heigl looks great with the shorter hair but I don't think I would.

Isla Fischer is totally cute. I dig her red hair and striped pants.

I'm not sold on the name Sunday but she looks like a very adorable baby. From what I can see which is basically a bald head and a pink dress. I think of the U2 song: Sunday, Bloody Sunday.

I can't help it, I want to see Jennifer Garner gain lots of weight with this pregnancy. These celebs have babies and look so thin and fit during the nine months, it would just be cool to see one of them looking less than perfect. I want to see a double chin, saggy booty, saddle bags...

I love everything about Gwyneth's dress from the shape to the color to the ruffles. But I'm still not sure about the shoe. I know these peep toe bootie shoes are very "in" this season but I doubt you will find me wearing them. I like a more feminine, less bulky look.

Simple dress, easy on the makeup. Why, Drew Barrymore looks like a normal person!

Instead of an hourly wage, do you think Christina's makeup artist is paid based on per pound of cosmetics used? Those lips- Arhghhhh!

A little Brad Pitt to brighten your day. I think the yellow suits him well. Especially the pants. Do you think they are terry cloth?

Cute, cute and then we get to the shoes and ...oh no. Was Rachel Zoe responsible for Anne's shoes? Love the hair and pretty makeup but not the shoes. At least not with that dress.

I take cold medicine and feel like I'm having a heart attack but Amy Winehouse can snort coke, crack, Ajax and bleach and she's still standing? Barely, but she's there on stage. One of these days her poor heart is going to just give out.

Tarte and Chanel News

Don't you want this shade brightening your face? Blissful by Tarte, was only available in a set but now can be yours if you venture over to Bergdorf Goodman. I know you were planning on going there anyway. Want the lowdown on these fabulous Cheek Stains?


Skinvigorating™ Benefits· Water-based gel blush· Oil-free so it won't clog pores· Alcohol-free so it won't dry skin· Mineral pigment · Dermatologist-tested· Restores youthfulness and vitality to your complexion.



Available in the following shades:· blissful: sheer soft-warm pink· true love: sheer watermelon

I think this is the color to have in your collection this fall. Chocolate with a hint of shimmer, its perfect for toes and finger nails. Remember to keep the nails short. There's nothing less hip than long, pointy talons. I love Chanel nail polish so much that I want to wear all the colors they offer all day everyday, all year long. Here is the scoop behind the shade:

Amy Gonzo, 19, of Port Washington, WI, created Haute Chocolat, a shimmery chic brown nail lacquer with flecks of gold. It was inspired by her favorite holiday drink, hot cocoa, and is available in October 2008 at department and specialty stores nationwide as well as on CHANEL.com. Thousands of entries were reviewed by Seventeen and CHANEL to determine the selected winner whose shade name and inspiration would be launched exclusively in the United States as part of the limited edition CHANEL Holiday 2008 Makeup Collection. The winner will be officially announced in the October 2008 issue of Seventeen (on newsstands September 16th).

Way to go Amy! I'd love to create a nail polish shade. It's my dream (one of many) to partner with a cosmetics company and have a small collection of "Dollface" items!

Hello Dollface

Well, we didn't see this one coming did we?

Psst...Clay- I love your lip color! Which gloss is it?

Meg Ryan looking less than cute. Hey, we all have our off days!

I'm not a big fan of the black tights and black shoes. Gywneth is also wearing some kind of grubby gray tank top under her blazer. Mmmm..... no. Sort of a sexy office matron.

Julianne Moore looks lovely. Her skin, hair and eyes are beautiful.

Tranny alert! Overdose on the cosmetics much? Christina Aguilera has a most amazing voice but not an amazing cosmetic application technique.

Remember Jill Goodacre? She was the bomb back in the day! Then she married Harry, popped out some kids and lived quietly out of the spotlight. That's the way to stay sane!

Jennifer Garner works with Rachel Zoe for all her red carpet moments. So she usually ends up looking fabulous. Love the color of the dress, love the dress.

Rachel McAdams at the airport. When I travel, I always wear a big scarf like hers. I use it as a blanket, a pillow and a wrap.

I love to see what Sarah Jessica Parker is wearing when s he's out and about. I'm going to copy the yellow with a purple accent!

These two take themselves way too seriously! Don't you want those portraits hanging in your house?

Desperate Housewives photo shoot! Isn't Marcia Cross's hair just gorgeous?

Drew Barrymore in what looks like a vintage dress. I dig the belt!

Dita Von Teese looks amazing, etheral, so beautiful here...

...and here she is without gobs of makeup on her face.

At age 40+ Cindy Crawford still looks hot. But she needs to hide her ears, they look huge!

Still together after all these..weeks. Forget Cameron and Paul, the real star of the photo is the pink crocs!

The three Willis girls. They look like their dad.

Melanie Segal's Emmy Suites

Melanie Segal always throws excellent parties for the happening Hollywood awards. Her Platinum Publicity events are so much fun that I will drop whatever I am doing and go running over to Hollywood to attend. Her latest Emmy Suite was held off Sunset Blvd. in the Hollywood Hills. It's beautiful there with homes perched precariously high on the hills, lush green trees and plants everywhere the eye can see. There is always a thrill at seeing the big Hollywood sign. I grew up dreaming of that sight and there is it, right in front of me.

People are always asking when I mention the Emmy Gifting Suites, "What's that?" Well, my darlings, its a place to see and be seen. Celebrities attend and vendors set up their goods, hoping to get photos with the celebs and their products. It's a way to get products into the hands of the fabulous Hollywood stars as well as the press, which is where I come in. The suites are usually set up during awards seasons or for big events. I personally like the opportunity to meet and greet the sellers. You can mingle and chat and just chill and have fun. Okay, yes it is cool to see celebrities too.

One of my first stops was to check out the display of footwear that was beckoning me over. Klub Niko offers beautiful shoes. If you are a shoe loving girly girl like myself, you will want to hightail it over to their website and review this shoe line. Pay attention to Ella, Edie and Willa- these are my faves.

I am no connoisseur but I know good wine when I taste it and this Katherine Hall vino was smooth and delicious. At $75 a bottle, it should be. I wanted to linger around for another glass but I just stared longingly at the bottles and slowly backed away.

Have you ever tried Mor Cosmetics? Their line of body care products are wonderful, especially the body souffles. You must head over to their website and check it all out. The holidays are around the corner and what better gifts for the girly girls in your life?

A stylish gum for a stylish event- have you tried 5Gum before? It's delicious. I go through this gum like crazy. I'm always chewing and now my kids sneak into my purse and pull out a few sticks for themselves.

Dove Chocolates for everyone. No one can resist chocolates!

The girls at The Proportion of Blu were so nice. One of the fashionistas who looked like a model suggested I try a pair of the cropped skinny jeans which I feared would make me look stumpy, like an overgrown gnome. But the rise of the waist and the slim cut is rather flattering. Meet my new favorite jeans. They have a huge celebrity following and have been in many fashion magazines.

The cute girl with the red lipstick and nosering at the T3 Tourmaline set up was so nice to take pity on my frizzy hair and show me how to flatiron it and give it a subtle curl. T3 has a great line of hair care products and their hairspray is the bomb. It gives great hold without making hair crispy and stiff. Plus their blowdryers and other styling products are worth your while to try. Even the Empress of Lucite, Shauna Sand strolled by to score herself a blowdryer.

Ever find yourself parched for an elegant drink but there's nothing that satisfies? That's where Dirty Blonde Cocktails come in. These high end flirty champagne cocktails are made with the ladies in mind. Delicious! Check out the flavors, they are fantastic.

Astrologer extraordinaire Brad Kronen was on hand to read the Tarot cards for those who wanted a glimpse into the future- or to learn about themselves. I was satisfied with my reading and he totally nailed my Aquarian traits. Brad really knows his stuff and if you want a reading or anything else please tell him I sent you. Because he's pyschic, he will know exactly who you are talking about. I adore Brad!

Makeup Mandy, Juan Juan hair salon, Heather Hyde-designer, American Rebel PR, Chip and Pepper were also on hand. I scored some Palmers Cocoa Butter- have you tried this? It makes your skin super soft and totally moisturizes your whole body. They have a new Olive Oil formula which is what I'll be coating myself with when the cool winter months roll in. I have to give a shout out to the girls of D'ssence Urban Chic- they were so fun and friendly and had cute tee shirts and other fab stuff!

And you will want to check out the new lip care line from Nivea. Shiny lip glosses and lip balms to make your mouth super kissable. I'm so pleased to learn that Nivea has tons of glossy products! They are really affordable and easy to find, every drugstore sells Nivea.

What a terrific day I had. Thanks to Melanie and her entourage for putting together another outstanding event!

Salute to the Emmys

I really loved the entire ensemble that January Jones wore last night. I dig the dress, headband, makeup...I thought she looked stunning!

The woman is gorgeous. Kate Walsh sported a new 'do last night. I would have gone with a lighter lip, I feel its rare that a woman can pull off dark lipstick.

Jenna Fischer- pretty waves, soft makeup and a dress that reminds me of a mermaid. And her hair color is fantastic!

I saw Mary Louise Parker was on a worst dressed list while looking online for photos earlier. Don't listen to the haters, Mary! I love the pop of vivid blue color, especially with the dark hair and bright pink lipstick.

America Ferrara is adorable, that's a fact.

This dress was so amazing. The color, the ruffles, I would wear this if I had a place to go. Brooke Shields might be one of the best dressed ladies of the night.

Perfect. This woman is so beautiful. Mariska Hargitay rocks the bright yellow.

The color was very subdued but I loved the gown. I thought Marcia Cross looked elegant rather than flashy and it worked.

Now we know that Debra Messing is styled by Rachel Zoe so kudos to RZ for making Debra look put together. She's almost always on the best dressed lists no matter what the occasion.

I like the yellow but something about the way Teri Hatcher is posing makes me think "cougar on the prowl!" I'd love to see her a little less vampy. Maybe shorter hair and a slightly more modest dress?

Beautiful! Olivia Wilde is on...House? I don't watch the show but plan on checking it out this season. She is a very, very pretty girl and looked glamorous last night.

Oh Kathy. Ummm...well, I do like your hair color. And earrings.

Heidi Klum could probably wear an old floral curtain with a cat on her head and still look great. Whatever, Heidi!

I'm looking for a nail polish in this exact shade so let me know if you find it. Julia Louis Dreyfus looked peachy in this gown and I thought the color was totally flattering. didn't care for the peek-a-boo in the midriff.

Did you see the Emmy's last night? I watched on and off. I was flipping channels and watching Seinfeld reruns at the same time. I missed Josh Groban singing and if I were desperate to see it, which I am not, I'm sure YouTube has a clip of him. I'll decline. To be honest, my daughter wound a comb into her curly hair and we had to get wire clippers to cut the comb out of her hair. That took an hour. So I missed much of the awards show. Normally, I'm parked in front of the television for the pre-show until the post-show only moving to get a cup of tea.

And I'm a little disappointed in the E! channel, where was their post-show? I missed that. What I did see was ...dare I say boring and dry? I've been thinking a little of how they could make the show more interesting and more creative. I have some ideas, if anyone wants to discuss it with me. Yay to Tina Fey for winning, Alec Baldwin too. I love 30 Rock. I was glad that Jeff Probst won for best host, I like him even though I hear he has a tranny fetish and that's troubling to me for some reason. It's like knowing your best friends husband likes to wear women's underpants and high heels.

Raise your glass- aren't you drinking yet?- and salute the Emmys. It's almost time for a new season of television and I can't wait.

Rachel Zoe is bananas

*sigh* I've fallen into the vortex of yet another celebrity reality show with no hope of returning to my normal life. Now thanks to Rachel Zoe, everything in my house is BANANAS! That's her catch phrase. And it immediately prompts me to start singing that Gwen Stefani song, Hollaback Girl. B-A-N-A...you know it. Its gets into your head and under your skin.

I read this book and keep it on my bookshelf for reference. How I would love to be Rachel Zoe minus the rumored coke habit and semi- gay looking husband. Her house, its amazing. I die! (another Rachel phrase) I love her gigantoid sunglasses, her big wavy blonde hair (and she's not even from New Jersey!), her flowy caftans and enormous rings. I even like her thick black eyeliner.

Sometimes she's a hit with her personal fashion choices. There are times when she misses the mark. But her knowledge of what looks good paired with which accessory stuns me and blows me away. Her passion for clothes and designers reminds me of my passion for writing and knowing useless trivia facts about movies, books and actresses. Beyond the big hair and large glasses, Rachel and I are really two of a kind.

I can't wait to see what kind of drama unfolds on her Bravo show every week. This is a good show to curtail my WorkOut fixation. A little fashion now, later in the season a little WorkOut. Intriguing is Rachel's assistant Taylor who is as friendly as a lump of black coal. I want to take (the assistant to the assistant) Brad, out for coffee. I want to lovingly tell him, as I take in his carefully coordined oxford shirt, tie and sweater combo, that he's funny enough, cute enough and people like him! Just not uber- bitch Taylor.

Have you tuned into the show yet? You need to. Just to get a glimpse of her outrageous closet and the infinity of designer gowns, worth thousands of dollars. Maybe millions. It's ...wait for it...bananas.

http://video.bravotv.com/player/?id=622823

Daily Dollfaces

Who doesn't love Christy Turlington? If I could wake up tomorrow and look exactly like her, I'd be content. Although I wouldn't want to wake up next to Ed Burns, he's got that whiny voice that would drive me to drink. A lot. More than I already do. Don't judge!

Where's she been lately? Renee Zellweger on the Red Carpet for her new movie. Is it me or does her hair look gray? It's probably me.

Don't cry for Jennifer Aniston. All she does is go to meeting, pose on the beach and workout with her personal trainer (see below). The breakup with John Mayer was probably a good thing. He's such a playa. She needs to listen to me...older man! Like...Jack Nicholson.

Wait- what? Where is the nanny? Bodyguard? Dont tell me Julia Roberts can take care of her kids on her own! Thats insane.

I'm not big on plaid, its for Grandmas and couches, but Charlize looks great and I'm coveting those shoes.

Jennifer Garner must have an enormous sneaker collection. Maybe she wears them once then donates them to Goodwill. She's always wearing tennis shoes of some kind.

Could Kelly Ripa and her family be any cuter? Did you see the comparison between Kelly's skinny body and Madonna's body in the weekly tabloids? No..uh, me neither. Never read those!

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Claudia Schiffer's son is so cute. I love his school boy getup. I'd like to dress my son in that outfit and make him wear Harry Potter glasses too.

Love love love love Kate Winslet. She is so talented, beautiful, lovely..does she ever have a fat day like I am right now? Bad hair day? I'm having one of those too.

Doesnt anyone else ever notice that Nicole Richie has really large big toes? And they never seem to lift up off her flip flops? It's weird. Or maybe its just me. Coochie cutter shorts!

I have nothing bad to say about Hillary Duff. Wait-no, can't thing of anything.

No, no! Doesn't Jennifer Aniston know that spandex= camel toe? Embarrassing!

Diane Kruger is usually such a fashionista! What happened here? She looks like a little British school boy.

Nearly old enough for sexy Myspace pictures to be leaked! Dakota Fanning at the premiere of Hound-dog aka the movie with the rape scene.
Adam Sandler's marriage works because his wife Jackie is normal, I mean she's not "in the business." His daughter looks just like him.

ALDO Fights AIDS

I love this cuff available from ALDO shoes. I would wear this with my embroidered shirt and pretty earrings.

Michelle Trachtenberg wears the cuff from ALDO.

The story: Inspired by the innocence of youth, ALDO has once again partnered with YouthAIDS to bring you the stories of those you've helped and share in the lives of those still in need. Make a difference this season by purchasing ALDO's limited-edition "Love for Life" bracelets. 100% of the net proceeds will go to benefit YouthAIDS.

The price: $5

The link: youthaids

Daily Dollfaces plus one cat face

Does this picture even need a caption? So many things to say...this is when bad plastic surgery gets even worse, do you think she can still maintain normal vision, does she have any feeling left in her lips, can she eat corn on the cob without her lips getting in the way, does she purr like a kitten or roar like a lion...feel free to insert your own thoughts.

Remember the highly saught after Proenza Pink lipstick by Lancome? I wonder if this is what it looked like. Lindsay Lohan's cheeks, lips and hair are... very bright.

What, is Heidi six years old? The mylar balloons, cheap plastic tiara...give me a break. Just a little impromptu picnic, not at all a photo op!

Reese Witherspoon shops for shoes...and I do like the nude wedgies. Can you imagine what she spends on a shopping trip? Probably my budget for the year!

Shannon Doherty was on Rachael Ray this morning and I watched it for a grand total of two minutes. Which was enough time for me to decide that she's been hitting the Botox needle. Hard.

Those are some mighty strings coming off Lisa Bonet's purse. When she was on The Cosby Show so many years ago, I thought she was the bomb. Her daughters are beautiful and Id like a pair of Birkenstocks like the ones she's wearing.

Is Kate Hudson's new movie a bomb or will it be funny? Time will tell. Her dress looks nice but leather? Hot and uncomfortable.

Halle, Gabriel and baby Nahla. Plus the nanny and a bodyguard. It's the Berry Posse! She always looks super unfriendly. Like if you approached her to say hi, she'd totally brush you off and give you the stink eye.

oooh, I love Allure Magazine! Can't wait for this months issue. And with Ellen on the cover, it makes me anxious for this season of Grey's Anatomy!

I want to like Denise Richards but she is super unlikable. I do like her sweater though.

Thars nothin' like a pair of shortie shorts and a full fat Frapp with whipped cream, y'all! And bra straps showin' and dirty hair all up in a ponytail.

Support the man in your life...

Here is your public service announcement for the day. Did you know that September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month? Well, now you know. Consider yourself informed!

Here are some stats for you to ponder:

186,320 new cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed in the United States.

About 1 man in 6 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime.

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, behind only lung cancer.

Anthony Logistics For Men is contributing to Prostate Cancer Awareness through sales of their Hair and Body Cleansing Gel. The gel is on sale through the end of September (since this month is PCA month) at Nordstrom, Nordstrom.com, bluemercury stores and www.anthony.com. 100% percent of proceeds will be donated to the Aureon Protocol Study at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City for its Prostate Cancer Research program.

For the month of September, 10% of sales of all blue products in the line go to the cause and Anthony Logistics will sell blue prostate cancer awareness bracelets on www.anthony.com for $5, or you can receive one as a gift with purchase at Nordstrom locations.

Daily Dollfaces

Why is Christina having trouble walking? Are her pants too tight? Is her hair too straight, makeup too heavy? Whatever the case may be, her thumb is really bent at an odd angle!

Reese Witherspoon is a nice mom, buying her kids magazines. When my children ask me for gum, candy, magazines, I always say, "NO! Now stop asking me for things! Don't I do enough for you?" Check out her son's fur lined clogs.

Becky Romijn, getting bigger by the day. I cannot imagine having twins. My body was meant for tiny babies, one at a time and no more than two, ever.

Kate Beckinsdale's dress reminds me of an octopus I saw at SeaWorld once. Its tentacles were pressed up against the tank. The dress is a cross between a sea creature and intestines.

One of my very favorite actresses, Keri Russell and her son, River. She cut her hair again! Looks super cute, note her FitFlops.

Heidi...what's her last name? Spencerpratt? Whatever! Look at the hot pink size 11 Barbie shoes. Why would someone try to look like a Real Housewife of Orange County when they aren't even forty yet?

Gwen is back in biz after popping out Zuma. Looking good as always. I'm not sure how I feel about the name Zuma.

The answer is no. The question, Does Cindy Crawford ever take a bad picture? And her kids look adorable and gorgeous. I'm certain they will both end up as models if they aren't already.

When do coochie cutter shorts look nice? Never. Britney needs to fold those things up and let her dogs play with them. She and Jamie Lynn are having an awfully hard time deciding what movie to rent. (hint: Dukes of Hazzard with fellow coochie cutter fan, Jessica Simpson) Is that her bodyguard with the glasses and earpiece?

Marilyn Monroe: Vanity Fair cover girl

The second I laid my kohl rimmed eyes on this issue of Vanity Fair, I knew it would end up my bookshelf for all eternity with my other Marilyn paraphernalia. Wrong idea to begin reading the excellent article while I was waiting for the kids soccer game to begin. What kind of mother am I, sitting with my face in the pages of this magazine while the game went on around me? I could barely tear my eyes away from the pages long enough to watch. Finally, I just had to put it

away! Yes, I then applied lipgloss but at least my eyes were on the scene in front of me.

I'd say it was perfect timing but my pal Stephanie would say it was the universe sending me a sign. Serendipity. There are no coincidences! Because right now I am actively pursuing representation for my screenplay based on what else- Marilyn Monroe. She will never be far from the collective minds of her fans.

I want to pass the link to the article along to all of you glamour girls. The article is wonderful and informative. Here's to the original Dollface, Marilyn Monroe.

Vena Cava Beauty Bag from beauty.com

Is there anything better than a makeup bag full of delicious goodies? I mean besides a fabulous pair of Christian Louboutin's and a suitcase full of money? I didn't think so! This luscious bag which will set your heart aflutter, was designed just for Beauty.com by Vena Cava. And it can be yours with a $75 purchase at Beauty.com .



In the bag you will find:

Smashbox Bionic Mascara

Stila High Shine Lip Color in Samantha

Too Faced Shadow Insurance Primer

Korres Guava Body Butter

Phytodefrisant

Caudalie Peach Shower Gel

Urban Decay Crash Liquid Liner

Skyn Iceland Eye Cream

Foot Petals Haute Heels

Borba Lip Tint

Arcona White Tea Eye Makeup Remover

Alterna Hemp Repair Shampoo

This bag o' treats would make an excellent gift for the lady in your life. Sneaky me would spend the seventy five dollars on myself then give the makeup bag as a gift. Okay, no I wouldn't. I would hoard every single beauty item for myself and not share at all. Check out www.Beauty.com to start shopping.

And for those who, like me, was under the impression that the Vena Cava is a major vein- that is true. But its also a hip designing duo who hail from Southern California, attended Parson's School of Design and now are the big thing in the fashion world.

Daily Dollfaces/ Reader Giveaway winner

How could I not feature a male dollface on the cover of Teen Vogue? Zac Efron is giving us the penetrating stare while casually hooking his thumb over the scarf making all young girls swoon! And you know he's wearing so much Cover Girl foundation that he will have to use a trowel to get it off. He's the type to dye his eyelashes and wax the brows.

Twins! Rebecca is looking huge but wonderful. She's glowing! And growing.

Liv Tyler is wearing the "Chinese Flats" that I used to wear as a kid. I got them at Fayva and loved them. Are those leggings from the Lindsay Lohan collection?

Matt and Camilla. Would it kill him to dress up a bit? I think it might. He's so relaxed he should be in his pajamas. Oh, I doubt he wears any.

I could dedicate an entire post about Chad from Bravo's Million Dollar Listing. The bowl cut, shaped into a Beatles cap, so perfectly coiffed and sprayed every episode does nothing short of mesmerize me. His voice, monotone but sounding a little like he has a stuffy nose, is also intriguing. A face full of botox rounds out his signature look. But its really the hair that captivates me.

Imagine heading to your doctors appointment, getting out of the car and having your photo snapped? Well if you're Ashlee Simpson, its probably your dad that called the paps in the first place.

A pensive looking Cameron Diaz after a workout at the gym. Is she thinking of Zac Efron?


Congrats to CARLETTA from North Carolina who won the A Design Brush give away!

Daily Dollfaces

Please! You should always match your Birkin to your bathrobe. Victoria's hair is so cute and sassy. Britney should take a page out of her book and go short, lose the weave.
I've yet to see The Hills or whatever show Lauren Conrad is on. She's a pretty girl (although her skin looks ashy here) who was smart to parlay her fifteen minutes of reality show fame into a fashion line. I'm waiting on my line of makeup and my production studio....still waiting.

My kids used to love that Amanda show. I'm glad its off the air. But I do adore Amanda Bynes.

Sarah Jessica strolling around the city. Every time I try to buy something from her line at Steve and Barry's, there's nothing left on the racks. I'd wear her entire outfit in this photo. Including the pink underpants that are peeking out.

I want Rachel McAdams to play Marilyn Monroe in the movie that I finished writing. But she would definitely have to go back to blonde.

Denim Revolution 2008. Katie's head is down because she's sad Tommy didn't get the role of Liberace. Oh well, there's always the Sigfried and Roy movie. Her pants are too long- they are dragging on the ground picking up germs and dirt! Tommy should really hem those for her. Is Suri in that bag?

Jessica Beil is everywhere these days, she must have a movie coming out soon.

See what miracles you can perform with a little Photoshop? This doenst even look like Anne Hathaway- but it is!

Prescriptives Super Line Preventor Xtreme

Don't you hate those pesky lines and wrinkles? They seem to sneak up on you after you turn thirty and become glaringly more obvious as time goes by. I am always applying lotions, potions and creams to fight that wrinkle battle. And now here is a new product that promises to lift skin, reduce look of lines, improve texture, fill in lines immediately and diffuses the appearance of fine lines (think around the eye area), it's the -hold it- drum roll please....Super Line Preventor Xtreme Lifting Concentrate.

Check out that neat tip, ideal for zipping right over the crevices and creases on the face. The technology in the Xtreme-Life Complex contains micro-nutrients plus a blend of antioxidants such as Grape Seed Extract, Rosemary Extract and Pomegranate. This product is gentle and non-irritating and can be worn over makeup or under which makes it perfect for any time of day or night!

I've been regularly using my Prescriptives foundation and moisturizer and loving this brand!

Reader Giveaway! A Design Brushes

Another reader giveaway? YES! Just for you, dear Dollface readers!

A Design Brushes introduces innovative makeup brushes that are bringing a new life to the world of makeup artistry. Developed after 20 years of collaborated experience in the beauty industry, adesign’s management team has created unique and high quality cosmetic tools. Every brush is crafted of the highest grade of both synthetic and natural hair fibers that will effectively pair with any cosmetic brand to achieve an outstanding make up application. With extensive knowledge of new advancements in the beauty industry, adesign is a leader in consumer and industry trends. With commitment to education and training, adesign is quickly becoming one of the industry’s foremost leaders in cosmetic brushes.

For more information please visit www.adesignbrushes.com.

To win the above set of brushes, please email me at Distressedbluejeans@gmail.com write BRUSHES in the subject line and please include your name and address.

Daily Dollfaces

I couldn't believe it when I read that Matthew Broderick was cheating on Sarah! Say it ain't so! Here she is with their son who doesn't have his mother's fashion sense. At least she lets him express himself through this clothes. And maybe his hair.
So beautiful Rachel Weis is just gorgeous.

Pose for the camera! I'd be exhausted if I had to constantly pose like Victoria Beckham and Jennifer Lopez. I would just wear enormous sunglasses and a wig most of the time.

Short hair and I like it! Victoria can pull this off. I refuse to have hair this short. It would bring me back to my childhood when I had super short hair and people confused me with a boy. My spanish teacher even called me a "chico" instead of a "chica"! I was twelve, it was traumatic.

What is Hayden wearing? The equivalent of a leg warmer but on her arm? Here's a trend that I hope never catches on. Just a sleeve, please.

Eva Longoria and her husband look nice, elegant. I guess she isn't pregnant. All those rumors indicated that she was. I like her hair too.

Jessica Beil not in workout clothes or flexing her muscles? She cleans up nicely. I understand the red shoe but personally, I would have gone with a nude strappy heel. But alas, she didn't consult me.

New Oral-B Floss Picks

I tested the Oral-B Floss Picks and boy do we love them in our house! I don't know what it is about them but my kids want to floss all the time with these. The textured floss picks have a minty essence and travel between teeth with ease. I love love love a clean mouth. Floss, brush, rinse with something minty, that's my routine. The floss picks won't shred, will not get stuck between the teeth and these little gems are totally portable if you want to stick a few in your makeup bag. You know, for after eating a poppy seed bagel. True story- I had to rip a thread from my sweater to floss with after getting something stuck in my teeth once.



The Oral-B website is located here, keep your eyes open for these in your local drugstore!

Lucky Me tees

Cute shirt, mine would say Mommy of 2 like the one below...

Lucky Me Tee was founded in 2007 by mommy of three, Marlo Moleski. Based in Hillsborough, New Jersey, Lucky Me Tee is committed to designing fashion fun tees with a positive mommy message. Available in various colors and styles, Lucky Me Tee provides moms the opportunity to flaunt motherhood on a trendy tee. For more information please visit www.LuckyMeTee.com.

For Hello Dollface readers, Lucky Me Tee is offering 15% off your total purchase! All you need to do is place your order and type in Hello08 in the coupon code section. This special coupon is only for my Hello Dollface readers and will expire in one week from today, Monday September 8th.

Daily Dollfaces and PZI Jeans Winners!

Here's the cast of Twilight. I have to say the guy who plays Edward (left) is growing on me. For those of you who havent read the book, get out and read it today.
Jennifer Aniston looks lovely but her top is see-through!

Lindsay and Samantha. SamRo looks cute here.

Jessica Beil is so super fit! Check out her guns. Do you think she works out for hours a day?

I missed the Stand Up to Cancer show the other night. Here are three faces of breast cancer, different ages, but all young.

Thanks to these two for not getting boob jobs. When I see Rachel Zoe and Kate Hudson, I realize I'm not alone in having a small chest. A minority, but not alone!

I saw this on the website, ohnotheydidnt. Jennifer Garner before her lip injections and after. Clearly she gets her mouth plumped on a regular basis. What difference lips, bangs and groomed eyebrows make!

We know what your lips aren't all natural.

Interesting dress, rockin' shoes. Hilary Swank looks fierce here. I'm so very anxious to see the Amelia Earhart film that she will star in.

Meg Ryan! Finally she surfaces in the new movie, The Women. She's had a little nip and tuck over the years for sure.

Naomi Watts is wearing a great dress...the color and embroidery is totally my style. I am about to buy a pair of Birkinstocks like hers too. Im tired of an achy back.

Eva Mendes at the premiere of The Women. Great updo! Very elegant appearance.

There are so many big names in that film, The Women. Debra Messing, Jada Pinkett Smith, Annette Benning and more. Debra always looks Red Carpet fantastic, thanks to a stylist...I think she works with Rachel Zoe.

Whoa! Anne Hathaway is definitely taking a fashion risk wearing a gown that looks very couture, very flouncy.

Congrats to my contest winners for the PZI Jeans. There were so many responses that I had to chose more than one person. I randomly selected the following three ladies:

Karen from Hicksville, NY

Kristen from Arlington Heights, IL

Tammy from Ewa Beach, HI

Stay tuned for another reader giveaway!

My love affair with CHANEL continues...

Yes, the CHANEL LE VERNIS nail polish/colour/lacquer totally lives up to the hype. This is Grade A+ polish and I love it for many reasons but the top one or two is that the consistency is devine and it dries quickly. The colors available right now include but are not limited to: a pale lavender frost-called Lilac Sky, a deep yet hot pink- Splendeur, dramatic plummy red- Fantastic, this one is just right for a French Manicure-Allegoria. Lilac Sky lives forever on my fingernails, at least for the next few weeks. Treat yourself to a bottle of this for fall.

I am brand new to Chance by CHANEL. I expected something strong and powerful with this scent but its really a soft, wearable fragrance, good for every day. I wear some kind of perfume or eau de toilette every single day, I like to smell pretty and feminine.

Chance is a bit floral with an underlying essence of something spicy. I like how it lasts for hours but remains subtle. The bottle is a small work of art, the round glass edged in silver.

Ever since I was a wee girl, I wanted a bottle of CHANEL No. 5. This is because I read that Marilyn Monroe wore the perfume and I became sort obsessed with all things Marilyn at a young age. If only I had in my possession, a bottle of Chanel No. 5, then anything would be possible. To this day I equate glamour with CHANEL No. 5. How can I describe the fragrance? It's a parfum that evokes red lipstick, stilettos, dramatic black dresses. It makes you feel Red Carpet ready. This is my very special occasion perfume, only to be used sparingly and for the most special events.

Here is a brief but interesting story behind the scent:

Coco Chanel wanted "a woman's fragrance that smells like Woman." When perfume designer Ernest Beaux presented her with his 5th composition, the choice seemed simple and obvious. Her perfume would be called N°5. Five was her lucky number.

Daily Dollfaces

She's on her phone, he's checking his--quality time together. Cameron Diaz is dating Jennifer Aniston's ex. Jennifer dated John Mayer who dated Cameron. So basically, Cameron is exchanging fluids and germs with Jennifer Aniston? Maybe they should date. I think Cam's been with half of Hollywood anyway.

Bones! Keira Knightley appears to be sucking her nostrils together!

I want to be as fit as Madonna at age fifty. heck, at age forty! But yet I feel like she needs to soften her look now, cut her hair or gain ten pounds...something.

Baby Levi is so cuddly and sweet! I can't stand sleeveless shirts on guys. I don't like armpits. Matt McConagoogle looks a little rumpled, a little tired.

Thandie Newton is stunning! But the cut of the dress....not working for me.

I don't watch The Hills but I hear Lauren Conrad is a bee-yotch. Too bad because she's a pretty girl who wears beautiful clothes. However the leggings have reached an expiration date and its sadly time to retire them for good. And check out her stilettos! Perfect for a stroll around town.

Katie Holmes Denim Revolution, 2008 continues. I hate it when my pants puff out in front like that.

I want my hair color exactly like Isla Fischer's but I don't know if I can commit to red hair at this stage in my life.

Her beauty and style is growing on me...Diane Kruger is looking amazing here. I would have dropped the "r" and made my last name Kuger..or Cougar!

Max! I wonder if he is frightened when mommy peels off the layers of makeup at night?

I like these two crazy kids together. I don't know why, I just do. They don't annoy me like some celebs do. I can't wait to see what kind of ridiculous baby name they come up with. Better be a good one.

MAC: Backstage at Fashion Week

I am so excited to share this with you. Keep checking back to see what's going on backstage at MAC during Fashion Week in NYC. One year I was in New York when the tents were going up for Fashion Week. You could feel the excitement in the air. So we can't all be there but we can follow along with this widget. Enjoy it.

Reader Giveaway: PZI Jeans

That's right. I am giving away a pair of PZI Jeans to one lucky reader! These jeans promise to fit and flatter every curvy body shape. Learn more here.

About the jeans: Atlanta, Georgia based PZI Jeans was established in 2002. Since then, PZI Jeans has brought the ultimate fit in jeans to its deserving customers. Finally, a jean that fits without the need to alter. PZI Jeans strive to provide quality, trend conscious jeans and related apparel designed to fit the sophisticated woman with "hourglass curves", full hips and a fashionable demeanor. All this style and premium design at an affordable price. PZI Jeans discovered that there is a woman being neglected in the world of denim. Women of all ages, ethnicities and lifestyles, who suffer from fit now gravitate to PZI Jeans. Our denim is designed to eliminate gaps at the waist which are created from going up a size to accommodate the hips and rear while neglecting the waist. At PZI Jeans we strive to eliminate the gaps allowing women to discover their true jean size.

If you want to win a FREE PAIR of jeans, please email your name and full address to Distressedbluejeans@gmail.com. I will pick a random winner on Friday.

Bronzing after the summer...

I know you packed away your white shoes on Labor Day to avoid the awful fashion faux pas of whites after summer. But here's something you can carry into the fall: bronzed skin. Or at least use bronzer mixed with peach blush for a glow that will make you look healthy and glowing well into the autumn weather- which I personally can't wait for. I love using a cheek stain as a base and then a hint of bronzer over it. Here are some products to look for next time the urge to shop for cosmetics hits you:

By Terry VIP Bronze-Expert Sun Glow Perfecting Brush ($48) at http://www.sephora.com/
Benefit: Bronzer in the form of a foundation
This one-step foundation bronzer provides an instant summer glow with natural pigments for a just-stepped-off-the-beach result. The featherweight and ultra-moisturizing texture feels like summer cashmere against the skin – a comfortable, non-sticky and non-comedogenic formula with a long-lasting, matte finish. With new click and sweep technology, touch-ups are a breeze, anytime, anywhere.


Stila Sun SPF 15 ($28.00) at http://www.stilacosmetics.com/
Benefit: Radiant bronze glow, with the added daily sun protection of SPF 15
Capture the radiant glow of the sun without ever catching a ray. Stila's best-selling bronzer is now reformulated with SPF 15 for daily sun protection. Dust this light shimmering formula on the nose, cheeks, forehead, even the décolleté, whenever you want to feel like you've been blessed by the sun. Sunbathing not required.


DuWop BronzeRush
Benefit: A pop of pink cream blush for a contoured glow.
Makeup artists swear by a combination of pink and bronze tones when creating a sculpted face- and this palette contains both velvety smooth powder bronzer for a warm, healthy glow and a sheer, gel-based translucent blush for a pop of color. Use the bronzer on cheekbones, brow bones and down the bridge of the nose, and rub the gel blush on the apples of the cheeks, for a defined and bright complexion.


Physicians Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-Free Illuminating Veil in Bronze Glow ($11.95) at drugstores and mass market nationwide
Benefit: Bronzer for break-out prone skin
This first-to-market Mineral Wear™ Talc-Free Illuminating Veil™ bathes skin in minerals, providing the look of a soft, natural bronzed glow for the ultimate “finishing touch” to your makeup. This extremely lightweight powder glides on for a healthy, luminous finish and features a minimalist talc-free formula ideal for the most sensitive or breakout prone skin. The gentle formula allows skin to breathe and can help to minimize the risk of irritation and breakout. Additionally, the flow-through brush applicator with a mirror on the cap is great for on-the-go touch-ups.


Laura Mercier Mineral Powder SPF 15 in Sunkist Bronze ($35) at http://www.lauramercier.com/
Benefit: Anti-aging
This finely milled powder is composed completely of natural elements with 15 active amino acids to clear the skin of toxins, promote healthy skin cell growth and fight the aging process. The powder is oil-free and water-resistant and contains anti-aging properties. Pure Pearl powders and Mica impart a soft focus effect while Zinc Oxide works as a sunscreen agent to block the sun’s harmful rays.

Philosophy's Delicious Scents!

You will be licking your lips all day long when you wear these yummy glosses. Philosphy's high shine, moisturizing lip gloss comes in flavors wait for it--- Cherry Cola, Root Beer and Fruit Punch. Can you stand it? These taste sooooo good. I put them on just so I can lick them off. True story.

Philosophy introduces a most delicious smelling trio of body washes (just like those scrumptious lip glosses) called The Soda Fountain. Scents like Cherry Cola, Root Beer and Fruit Punch will made you crave a burger and fries. These lather up leaving behind a sweet scent reminding you of sweet treats. They can be used as bubble bath, body wash or shampoo- perfect for the multi-tasker! Isn't this the ideal gift for the girly girl in your life? Click here for more Philosophy.

Crest Whitening Expressions

My kids aren't fans of brushing their teeth despite the squeaky clean feeling that comes after a vigorous brushing. In speaking of oral care, is there not anything better than a good floss, brush and rinse? I suppose waving the toothbrush in front of your lips counts as "brushing your teeth"
if you are eight years old. The one trick I can rely on to actual see some oral action is putting decent tasting toothpaste on their brushes. They are beyond strawberry and bubble gum flavors. But Crest has the answer with their Whitening Expressions toothpaste collection.

Flavors that are a big hit in this hizzy are the Cinnamon Rush and the Vanilla Mint. I am partial to the Extreme Herbal Mint. There is also Wintergreen Ice which I like because I want my breath as sweet and minty as possible just in case someone leans in for a kiss. You never know.

For more information click here.

Keeping it Clean, the Lysol Steam Mop

I know this is a beauty site but occasionally I like to feature household items. I love a clean house but boy do I hate to spend the day scrubbing. After living with tile floors with deep groves, I was getting sick of having the bottoms of my socks or feet turn black. BLACK. With two kids and two dogs in and out of the house, its nearly impossible to keep it clean. I've been using the amazing Shaklee cleaning products and sponges and micro fiber towels and loving them. When I have the tools, I don't mind cleaning (as much). I want a nice house that smells not of dog but of cleanliness.

I went online (where else would I go?) and read the Amazon.com reviews of Steam Mops. What an exciting way to kill a few hours. I poured over the reviews of the H20 Mop versus the Lysol Mop. My back hurts so much lugging around buckets of water and bending over to scrub the floor so what better product than a steam mop? One that promises to sanitize and clean in one fell swoop.

I didn't want to spend a fortune so the $39.99 price tag was just right. I placed my order and within days the mop was at my door. Yay!

Here's what I like about the mop: its very light, easy to handle. The steam part fills up with water and you have to wait about three minutes for it to heat, so its pretty quick. The swivel mop head gets all angles and corners. The steam gets HOT so there's no doubt that my floor isn't getting cleaned. It is very easy to use.

I squirt some Shaklee cleaner on the floor rather than fill the Lysol cleaner cup, per a few reviews on Amazon. All in all, it works nicely.

Those were the pros and the cons are few but major. You get only two very skimpy cloths to velcro onto the mop head where the steam comes out. The cloths are nothing more than slightly heavy paper towels. Putting the cloths in the washing machine causes the velcro to crinkle and fuzz attaches itself to the velcro thus disabling the velcro to properly stay closed. They are difficult to wash by hand since all the dirt and grime doesn't get completely removed. The cord could be a little longer, I have to remove the cord and replug to get the entire kitchen/hallway. Its hard to see when the water gets low, a warning light would be nice.

I like this one aside from those annoyingly skimpy cloths but wonder if spending a few dollars more for a different machine would have been better? Something like this, Bissell Hard Floor Cleaner. For now, my Lysol mop is fine but those cloth covers will have to be improved or I need to come up with a solution because they simply won't do.

Now back to beauty.