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Okay girls, I know we aren’t all cut from the same cloth and not all of us were given ‘perfect features’…HOWEVER, we can take what the big man above gave us and make the best of it.  Believe it or not, there are celebrities who do just that!

Sarah Jessica Parker

One of our favorite celebs is Sarah Jessica Parker…Not really equipped with the perfect features, but this girl knows how to dress and make the most of what she has.  Jessica is always camera ready with her beautiful sparkling blue/green eyes!  Although she has a long face and nose, Jessica looks great with a slicked back pony tail, cat eyes with silvery shadow on her lids and a mauve shadow in her crease.  A little bronzer dusted on her cheeks and forehead, an elaborate necklace over her putter dress and she is Red Carpet Ready.

Kirsten Dunst

Another one of our favorite spunky celebs who knows how to highlight her best features is Kirsten Dunst.  Kirsten’s skin always looks flawless and just radiates.  Her makeup is simple and clean.  To get this look try using a brightening skincare product followed by an SPF of 25 or higher.  Your skin will love you!

Tina Fey

Now if you wear glasses and have the attitude of “why bother putting on makeup,” then check out Tina Fey.  She knows how to take her look and give it a little boost.  Tina being a mother of 2 youngsters, tends to sometimes forget about herself.  Are you like this too?  No need to worry.  Once you get the kids down, treat yourself to a home facial lifting mask that will restore your self worth and lift your face at the same time!  Sudden Youth is the perfect skincare line for all ages.  Especially for us gals who have been around the block a few times:)  2 times a week we gently sweep on our Facial Contour Recovery Lift and before we know it, we are calm, cool, collected and more youthful looking!

For a daytime into night look try some lengthening mascara to help accentuate your beautiful eyes behind your glasses.  There is no excuse for letting yourself not look and feel good!  5 minutes is all you need…even with the kids banging on the bathroom door and barging in!

Katy Perry

Katy Perry is famous for constantly changing up her looks.  But without makeup, Katy is just another average Jane.  This girl knows how to work it!  Bravo to her since it has made her millions…Katy adds extra lashes to her big blue eyes followed by several coats of mascara.  Katy’s eyes are her best feature and she knows exactly how to enhance them.  Her hair is always different which makes her stand out even more.  If you want to be adventurous, head over to your nearest salon and go for it!  Do something different yet versatile.  You can even try a rinse just in case you aren’t ready to make it permanent.

So, start looking at yourself in the mirror or ask your closest friend to point out your fabulous features and then work it baby!!!

‘Okay Mr. DeMille…We’re ready for our close up…’

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For an event at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City Utah over the weekend, Kate Bosworth’s makeup artist Kelsey Deenihan wanted to be sure the star’s face was clear and happy—in spite of the harsh conditions.

She started by massaging a soothing cream all over Bosworth’s face and neck, turning next to an under-eye moisturizer and a gentle serum, which she applied in small circles outward from the center of the face. “Kate has amazing skin so she really doesn’t need a heavy foundation. I went with a sheer-glow formula that evens out the skin tone without a heavy coverage,” Deenihan said.  A dusting of mineral powder and a creamy poppy blush dabbed on the apples of the cheeks were the finishing touches.

Now if we can just get someone to do the same for her hair.  A bit of a stringy mess wouldn’t you say?

There are so many celebrities out there who wouldn’t even get a second look without the smoke and mirrors. Their looks are what you would refer to as “average.”  But slap on the right clothes, makeup and hair style along with all the media telling us how gorgeous they are…We actually start believing it…Some on the other hand, are better looking without all that makeup!

Snooki from "The Jersey Show" looking better without makeup!

Who knew Snooki was so pretty under all that makeup?!  This tiny ‘Jersey Shore’ star went au natural for once, tweeting, ‘No make up day .’  Hey Snooki…you should make every day a “no makeup day!”  The BSW Beauty Dept. thinks it is definitely a better look for you:)!

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We all know that we can’t carry our entire makeup collection in our purse…However, there are a few essential items that you MUST always have on hand.

Essential beauty items for every purse

#1  Black Eyeliner…My favorite is from Too Faced.  It’s waterproof, glides on easily and is smudge proof!  Although it is water proof, it comes off in one fell swoop with eye makeup remover.  A good black eyeliner will come in handy for touch ups or to add a little spice to your eyes if you ran out without a stitch of makeup on.  NEVER LEAVE HOME WITHOUT THIS IN YOUR PURSE!

#2  Egyptian Magic…This is a beauty product that’s great for your face, hands and body.  Dab a bit under your eyes to illuminate your skin underneath your SPF!  Also great on your dry lips and hands.  If you happen to live in a warmer climate, show off your feet by slathering some on your heels and toes to soften your dry skin.  Your feet will look decades younger!

#3  SPF…You should never ever leave home without this!  It’s always there at hand if you need to protect your skin.  Remember, SPF needs to be replaced a year after it is purchased since it loses it’s potency as time goes by.

#4  Cream foundation…this comes in handy when you have a blemish that decides to show it’s ugly head when you least expect it or your face needs a quick touch up!

#5  A Good Nail File…There is nothing worse then breaking a nail and not having a good nail file to fix it!  Who wants to go through the day with a ragged nail…?  NOT ME!

#6  Tweezers…These need to be readily available for those brows that need taming, the occasional splinter or gray hair that needs plucking…HA!

Oh, the list can go on…but these are essential items for your purse.  All fit nicely into a stylish cosmetic bag…

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At a screening of Haywire in New York City, Blake Lively’s flawless complexion was front and center, even in the dead of winter.  If your skin is naturally clear, a tinted foundation topped with a sheer highlighting powder can take it to the next level.

The lightweight lotion will even skin tone and lend extra radiance; a gentle dusting of powder brightens dull areas and can provide a bit of extra coverage. Apply powder in a polishing motion, using small circular motions to ensure it’s fully blended and doesn’t settle into fine lines.

Rainey Qualley, actress Andie McDowell‘s daughter, was Miss Golden Globe 2012 at the L’Oreal Paris’ star-studded cocktail party.  Tina Fey, Joey Maalouf, and more attended this ultra glam party at The Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, last Saturday.  The party commemorated the 40th anniversary of L’Oreal Paris’s famous “Because You’re Worth It” slogan.  Andie McDowell has been a brand spokesmodel for 25 years now!

Rainey Qualley and Celebrity Makeup Hair Artist Joey Maalouf

The night showcased some of L’Oreal’s hottest products for spring and also gave tribute to all the guys and gals who represent what being worth it is all about.  “Our hottest accessory this spring is definitely the Color Riche nail color line. It’s a collection of 42 shades with four main color categories including Iconic Muse, Hopeless Romantic, Femme Fatale, and Trendsetter. The Trendsetter is the one to watch because it’s the only line where the colors change up every season!” said Leah Bradley, head of PR for L’Oreal.

L’Oreal decided to turn it into a nail polish, in honor of the slogan turning 40.  Guests received a complimentary swag bag that included the new nail shade “Because You’re Worth It,” a subtle gold with a light shimmer that’s pitch perfect for awards season!  Also included in the swag bag:  shampoo, hairspray, and cleansing conditioner from the new Ever Style collection which is the first ever 100 percent alcohol free styling product line from L’Oreal.

Tina Fey with her daughter

So what can we expect to see in big hair trends this year at the awards shows?  Movies like The Help and My Week with Marilyn are really inspiring modern versions of throwbacks to old Hollywood.  There will be lots of ‘60s hairstyles that focus on smoothness and bigger hair on the red carpet.

The highlight of the evening…The Wall of Worth which is a huge framed print of L’Oreal’s slogan written in as many global languages as could fit onto the space.  Throughout the entire night, the wall was ever-changing with scrawled John Hancocks from stars including Tina Fey, Entourage star (Mrs. Ari) Perrey Reeves, Hannah Simone from New Girl and Joey Maalouf from The Rachel Zoe Project.  Fun, fun, fun…

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She’s always been one of my favorites with her dark hair and beautiful skin. I’ve liked Julianna Marguilies since she was Nurse Hathaway on ER. Didn’t you just LOVE the love story between her character and George Clooney’s character? Ahhhh. Here at the Golden Globes, she is stunning in her purple gown. The unexpected pop of color from the earrings was a brilliant choice!

JULIANNA MARGULIES /Makeup Artist: Kristofer Buckle

Inspiration: For Julianna’s makeup, Kris was inspired by Julianna’s deep mauve, metallic Naeem Khan dress. He wanted to create something that would complement its texture and liquid-like flow.

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For the night, Kris kept Julianna’s skin simple with glowing soft tones to accentuate her olive skin

To keep Julianna’s complexion looking flawless he used L’Oréal Paris True Match Super-Blendable Makeup in Soft Ivory

For her cheeks he applied L’Oréal Paris Magic Smooth Soufflé Blush in Plume

The eyes really took center stage with a soft smoky eye that was created with watercolor-like shades using L’Oréal Paris Infallible Eye Shadow in Bronzed Taupe, Eternal Sunshine and Iced Latte

To tie the look together Kris used a hint L’Oréal Paris Infallible Eye Shadow in Iced Latte on Julianna’s upper cheeks to tie in the eyes and glowing tones of her skin

Lips were left unlined and highlighted natural tones (with a hint of mauve) using L’Oréal Paris Infallible Le Rouge in Forever Frappe

If you’ve been searching for a mineral powder that won’t clog your pores or make you break out, then check out Black Opal’s Mineral Brilliance Powder.  It’s hypoallergenic, irritant free and helps you blend away any imperfections without causing break outs.  Made with minerals for a weightless feel and light-diffusing results.

Black Opal's Mineral Brilliance Powder Foundation

Available in 5 shades including:  light, golden tan, dark, medium dark, and very deep.  Retails for $9.95 for .28oz.  Black Opal’s Mineral Brilliance Powder Foundation is the secret to a smoother complexion, radiant and healthier looking skin with a matte finish!

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I tried a few items from Kumani and love them! The Shea Drench Hydrating Cleanser with Micro Beads is ideal for dry skin. I like the micro beads- they are not gritty or harsh at all. I actually use this all over my body, not just my face. The Daily Dose Tonic is a soothing toner that removes dirt and other impurities, think of it as the final step in the cleansing process to remove whatever  cleanser has left behind. The Hydrating Moisturizer infuses skin with rich skin softening hydration. I love this for my hands, chest, neck and dabbed on my smile lines and eye area.

As I age (I’m silently weeping over turning forty soon) I really want to treat my skin gently and use the best products I can, as naturally as possible. I’m thrilled to be able to recommend Kumani Essentials to you. Take a moment and read about this brand. They also offer body care and hair care.

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