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URBAN DECAY PRIMER POTION IN SIN!

Mon, 02/09/2009 - 3:14pm

Meg here! Much thanks go to Badgirl from the alter of the house we worship at...Urban Decay.

I don't want there to be a revolt and try not to be too jealous of me. I share, I swear. However I was only sent one. Don't be mad. I was greedy. I kept it. I dare you, what would you have done?

At the bottom of my Urban Decay pack of cream eyeshadows to send out there it was..It was by itself, I was alone, no one saw me but I grabbed it and ran to the mirror.

Could it be? The cult favorite AMAZING PRIMER POTION IN COLOR!?

Not only have they taken the Holy Grail product but combined it with a universally flattering champagne toned color. It works with any eyeshadow color your sporting and can also be worn alone! The shade is Sin and I can see why. It's going to provoke others to have the Seven Deadly ones on you when you're sporting this baby! Jealousy, greed, I was powerless to the bottle!

This stuff get an uber Meg seal of super approval!

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URBAN DECAY CREAM EYESHADOWS!

Sun, 02/08/2009 - 3:09pm

Goddess Granny here! I know many of you have been buried in snowbanks, pelted with ice, and worn thin by wind...it's just dry as a popcorn fart (another of my husband's"Texas-isms) here in South Texas but the sun has been brilliantly shining and the sky blindingly blue so as a result, I have "Spring" on the brain even though it's just barely February.I'm already kicking my deep purple eyeshadows and wine-colored lipsticks to the curb (or at least the back of the vanity, LOL!) in order to make room for a fresher, lighter, look although mind you,that does not mean un-glam in any sense of the word...I think sometimes in spite of the rotten weather and dreary days,it really helps to get slicked up a bit if for no one else than the person in the mirror!

I am a freak for just about anything "Urban Decay" does: they are cutting edge without being too trendy,always on point with their latest products,and if you love colors not necessarily found in nature among your cosmetics likeI do,they are a company who never lets you down!

I am LOVING their latest eyeshadow for the new season called simply "Cream": slick little portable tubes of color with a built-in applicator that really works for a change in shades that make you want to buy them all at once! They have a high-tech gel base that allows them to glide on evenly with plenty of time to blend and fuss before they dry to a beautiful finish that truly lasts all day and then some with absolutely NO creasing, fading,or streaking! You can even layer the colors for different effects if you let them dry in between coats and the lighter shades can be multi-tasked into highlighters and even blended into foundation for a bit of extra dewiness!

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GABRIEL COSMETICS!

Tue, 01/06/2009 - 11:44am

Sweetassgal here, to bring you the best of all things natural and organic by way of Green Chi Tuesdays!

New Years Eve was a quiet affair for me this year. With the hubby off quading in Nevada, two teenage kids both going to parties now, and a 12:30 curfew to wait up for I had to be responsible Mommie and trade in the celebratory cocktails for a 4 hour "Absolutely Fabulous" marathon on BBC. For those of you who don't know...Ab Fab is a British comedy about two 40 something completely inappropriate "substance-abusing fashion and fad-obsessed Londoners who value fame and style over substance" named Patsy and Edina. For those of you who DO know...its nearly impossible to watch Ab Fab and not crave a cocktail..."Veuve and Bourb DAHLING...Veuve and Bourb!". Since booze was definitely out I settled in to play fashion/beauty editor Patsy Stone complete with mile high beehive and red overly pouty lips. As Patsy says ''One snap of my fingers and I can raise hemlines so high the whole world's your gynecologist.'' Well...maybe sweetassgal can't do that but I can introduce you to an absolutely fabulous line of natural makeup and skincare!

Gabriel cosmetics was created by Gabriel DeSantino as a way to bring natural health and beauty products to people incorporating his families knowledge of the healing powers of the sea. Taught by his grandmother in Mexico to use seaweed, kelp, and a variety of herbs to make homeopathic cosmetics, he learned how the right combination of sea-derived botanicals not only revitalize the skin and keep it looking younger, but also reduce stress and help balance and remineralize the body in a natural and pleasant manner. All Gabriel cosmetics are made from 100% natural ingredients, no synthetic chemicals or animal by-products are utilized and no animal testing is ever done. These environmentally safe products contain the highest percentage of natural ingredients and come in a line of Gabriel Color cosmetics, Gabriel Skin care, Zuzu Luxe European Spa quality products, and even a Clean Kids line of shampoos and soaps to keep the kiddies chemical and additive free! The entire line is all natural, lead free, infused with essential oils and first press botanicals for the ultimate purity.

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A FEW HELPFUL HINTS TO MAKE A BEAUTIFUL 2009!!

Wed, 12/31/2008 - 6:59pm

Gigi here with "Must-Do's" for a Dazzling and Dream-Filled New Year!

Since Miss Meg, the reviewers, and readers of this site have been an immense inspiration and Godsend to me in a painful year, allow me to reciprocate with the beauty tips below. These are resolutions you can keep and they're even better than Drugstore Deals--most are free! May 2009 be wonderful for you, a year replete with great people, events, and blessings!

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COLORED MASCARAS! DRUGSTORE DEAL THURSDAY!

Thu, 12/04/2008 - 2:37am

Gigi here Duped at the Drugstore!

With Christmas only three weeks away, the shelves are bulging as prices plunge and the battle heats up between retailers vying for the consumer's dollar. My "Drugstore Dance" takes much longer than before. I sat and thought long and hard about what will truly work to enhance your beauty during this season of festivities.

It came to me-colored mascara! It's an effective, inexpensive way to update your look now. Unfortunately, my mom did not pass on her cornflower blue eyes to me or my sister but, rather, a nondescript shade of hazel. First, some basic advice: Makeup does not have to match your clothing, nor does eyeshadow have to replicate your eyes. It is meant to enliven and draw attention to your own assets, not attention to makeup or outfits. Think back to the color wheel taught in elementary school-opposites attract for maximum oomph. Thus, any green in eyes is brought out by hues of lavender, brown "pops" with blue, and so forth.

I have to hang my head here. Despite my marketing degree and knowledge of ploys meant to lure, I still fall for tactics! I saw Cover Girl's "Exact Eyelights Eye Brightening Mascara." The packaging has a drawn eye graphic displaying lush, long lashes, and a definite sparkle on the iris. The patented brush is not overly large and allows for application with little or no clumping. Cover Girl promises that "metallic highlights" and the formula itself will brighten your eyes up to four times more (I'm confused-do they use a "Bright-o-meter" to measure this or what?). I was sold and didn't doubt that an item by Cover Girl, the bringer of innovative beauty for women around the world, would not disappoint. It did, and I'm asking for a refund. The mascara sweeps on easily, with nary a lump. Were my eyes brightened? Not at all. To be fair, I tried all of the available shades, to no avail. No metallics, no colors were evident. But I was determined to find ones that deliver . . .

Almay was my next choice. I've been surprised at how well their "Intense I-Color" shadows have worked to flatter me, and they offer tinted mascara as well for the same price (about $7.00). I didn't find the texture as smooth; it's given to some slight clumping, and so I used the combination eyelash comb/eyebrow brush I own on hand to keep lashes defined. It didn't lengthen my lashes by 50%, as promised, but that wasn't my goal. They made up for it with their gorgeous, come-hither shades: Raisin quartz (a sultry, dusky plum, perfect for hazel or green eyes), purple amethyst, brown topaz, black pearl, and blue sapphire (a particularly great indigo). There was a distinct difference and I did look more awake, in a less artificial, harsh way than with pure black mascara. True to the testing done by Consumer Reports, I wanted to verify my results and rubbed the colors on tissues. The Cover Girl shades? All grey. Almay's were vivid and lovely.

Okay, so I cheated, but this was the first time. As my students would say, "I consulted my sources." I discussed this withSharond and she suggested using the tinted mascaras and tipping the ends of lashes in black. Another idea for a party-ready look? Use black or brown on top lashes only and color on the bottom ones. It's fun-better yet, it works. I threw away the notes I took when we spoke, so what cheat sheet? My dog ate it!

What colored mascara's do you find work well and what colors do you go for?

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SKIN NUTRITION RECONDITIONING EYE SERUM! GODDESS GRANNY!

Sat, 11/29/2008 - 10:20pm

Goddess Granny here recovering from what has been WAY too many late nights lately,WAY too much fun,and WAY too much alcohol,dancing,and contraband! But after all, in this season of "giving", don't we also have to take a bit of time to enjoy the people and places that give us pleasure as well?

Normally speaking,I'm a rather disciplined creature of habit and efficiency but sometimes you have to put on those 5" heels and let the devil have his way with you otherwise,what's it all for?

Thank God there are an ever-evolving array of technological inspired companies out there who do understand that the ravages of life at it's best and worst don't need to show up on our faces the next day!The options we have combined with the tried and true remedies of sleep,water,and aspirin allow us to rinse and repeat the fun in record time without the proof of our follies starring at us in the mirror...

Skin Nutrition is indeed one of these face savers:
"Skin Nutrition International, Inc. is a leader in and pioneer of anti-ageing cosmetology and works closely with the world's leading biotechnology companies and their scientists to deliver "cutting edge" world class products to the marketplace. Developed by internationally acclaimed cosmetic scientist, John Knowlton C.Chem, MRSC, Dip Cos. Sci (GB), Skin Nutrition International, Inc's products contain the most technologically advanced active ingredients available and these set Skin Nutrition International, Inc. apart from others as they are often the first to use them in combinations for synergistic benefits, at maximum levels for optimal efficacy. This strategy is supported by comprehensive clinical research conducted by these leading biotechnology companies, to validate the efficacies of the active ingredients used."

I had seen some of the products in catalogs and stores but because I tend to get overwhelmed by all the goodness out there,hadn't yet tried anything they offered so when I received a sleek silver cylinder of their "Reconditioning Eye Serum" to evaluate,I was even more delighted than usual!

It's basically a "total wellness" treatment for the eye area that contains enough of the good tech-stuff to work wonders on the eye area and it could not have shown up in my mailbox at a better time! Seriously,I have done some damage lately and my eyes were looking squinty,dry,and pretty damn sorry.It's fabulous ingredients promise to reduce the symptoms of tiredness and stress while restoring that youthful glow!
There is a Santa Clause Virgina and he's just come down my chimmney in a silver cylinder,LOL!

Gorgeous packaging and product,the texture is smooth and luscious without a DROP of stickiness or residue and I am swearing that within minutes of the first application,I DID look smoother and more rested as well as a LOT less crinkly and wrinkly!

I have had the op to test a few eye products recently but this one is by far the most effective the soonest! It feels a bit like you "have something on" at first but within seconds,it just works it's magic and you look incredible! Makeup glides on over and I have been using it day and night with truly obvious and long-lasting results!I am a bit in awe of this one...

I will not lie to you,their prices are in the "Upper East Side" category but I'm beginning to think that less of a product that WORKS compared to more of one that simply does the job is the way to go? I can totally see myself replacing this when it's gone and if you are also in need of a shot in the eye to really get you glammed up for the Season or simply to ease away the stress left behind by the thought of funky old Uncle Joe and moth-bally Aunt Milly coming to visit,do yourself and indulge or make sure your house-Elf sees this on your "I've been a good girl" list...I truly think this one's worth it!!!

Buy it here: The site is informative,easy to use,and impressive as well which makes a dif for me these days...I am weary of snowflake-shaped falling cursors and computer generated Holiday music on websites!

Skin Nutrition BUY IT HERE!

Chime on in if you've experienced Skin Nutrition or any other eye serums you love!

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GARNIER NUTRITIONISTE SKIN RENEW ANTI-PUFF EYE ROLLER! DRUGSTORE DEAL THURSDAYS!

Thu, 11/20/2008 - 5:48pm

Gigi here! here, with a "Drugstore Deal Dilemma . . ."

The holidays are quickly approaching--time to prep your skin before we explore dramatic cheap chic color and more! It's the best time of the year for a "quick fix" if you stay out longer than normal at parties or spend too much time shopping. I am OCD about keeping my eyes fit, young-looking, and wrinkle-free. John Mayer's line from one of his songs--"Gravity, stay the hell away from me"--best describes my beauty philosophy. I expected Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller to live up to all of its claims when I needed it most ($13.00).

Meg advises us to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. When I received a copy of in my mailbox Redbook today, I had a feeling that it would list this item as one of "2008's Beauty's Top Forty" advertised on the cover. It does! Deep breath, Gigi, and tell your own experience.

My sister came upon it the week before our wonderful mother passed away in October, and the skin under our eyes was already distended due to continual tears. I am on an unpaid leave from my teaching position for multiple eye problems, and the shady areas under my eyes made me a perfect candidate to evaluate it. This sheer serum promises to reduce puffiness and minimize dark circles. Heavy crèmes and certain lipids in eye products trap fluid under the delicate skin in this area, causing eyes to appear bloated. Garnier is lightweight, with caffeine and Pro-Vitamin B5 as its chief ingredients for a sheer, oil-free, generally hypoallergenic experience. Caffeine is not as powerful as advertised. It has shown promise as an ingredient to repair cellulite but does little for imparting brightness (if it worked as touted on cellulite, I would be soaking in a tub of coffee now rather than typing!) It has glycerin, but this is a dual-edged sword. It is a humectant but, because of its ability to attract water from the environment and the lower layers of skin, can exacerbate issues and harm rather than heal.

The applicator is brilliant--simply roll the metal ball under eyes and love the immediate cooling, comforting effect (for a real treat, store it in your fridge). It disappears into skin and dries quickly. There is little risk of inflammation; itching eyes are soothed. Aside from the revitalizing sensation, my puffiness was relieved minimally at best. When it came to helping dark circles, I saw no change--as in nada, zip, zilch. There is an honest notation on Garnier's label which states that this works only on skin's outer layer (applause, applause for them). Translation? It feels wonderful, but do not expect miracles with this. If you're looking for longer-term results, other crèmes will do a great deal more. Kindly feel free to contact me for both penny-pinching and pricey ideas (pretty please, with Splenda on top!).

Suggestion: I tend to love all things Neutrogena since using their anti-acne soap and hand crème in high school. Try their "Three-in-One" Concealer (about $9.99). Dark circles are removed instantly, and the anti-inflammatory properties of aloe vera and green tea work on bags. It contains silicone and derivatives. These serve as gentle emollients, imparting the feel of silk. Sun protection of 20 is included; even during the winter, skin must be guarded from harsh cold and drying heat.

Okay--I did the research. There will be a quiz on this next week . . .

Did this Garnier work for you or are you in the same ship as me?

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LIKE TO BUY THE WORLD A COKE! TO SCRUB YOUR TILES WITH!

Thu, 11/13/2008 - 8:17pm

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Meghere! I found this article and hey, if I'm going to take the heat for having had alcohol or ciggs then I'm going to turn the tables!
Some interesting facts that I would like to share :

WATER

1. 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. (Likely applies to half the world population)

2. In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is mistaken for hunger.

3. Even MILD dehydration will slow down one's metabolism as much as 3%.

4. One glass of water shut down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a University of Washington study.

5. Lack of water, the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue.

6. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers.

7. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page.

8. Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%., and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer.

Are you drinking the amount of water you should drink every day?

COKE

1. In many states the highway patrol carries two gallons of Coke in the trunk to remove blood from the highway after a car accident.

2. You can put a T-bone steak in a bowl of Coke and it will be gone in two days.

3. To clean a toilet: Pour a can of Coca-Cola into the toilet bowl and let the "real thing" sit for one hour, then flush clean. The citric acid in Coke removes stains from vitreous china.

4. To remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers: Rub the bumper with a rumpled-up piece of Reynolds Wrap aluminum foil dipped in Coca-Cola.

5. To clean corrosion from car battery terminals: Pour a can of Coca-Cola over the terminals to bubble away the corrosion.

6. To loosen a rusted bolt: Apply a cloth soaked in Coca-Cola to the rusted bolt for several minutes.

7. To bake a moist ham: Empty a can of Coca-Cola into the baking pan, wrap the ham in aluminum foil, and bake. Thirty minutes before ham is finished, remove the foil, allowing the drippings to mix with the Coke for a sumptuous brown gravy.

8. To remove grease from clothes: Empty a can of Coke into the load of greasy clothes, add detergent, and run through a regular cycle. The Coca-Cola will help loosen grease stains. It will also clean road haze from your windshield.

So, are you going to have a glass of Coke instead of a glass of water? Think about it again. Any thoughts?!

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RANDOM MEG MUSINGS! MONDAYS WITH MEG!

Sun, 10/26/2008 - 11:53pm

Meg here, in New York taking a bite out of The Big Apple. I am so grateful to have this time with
Karina and staying with my wonderful friend and fabulous hostess Mariana Nolan. It has been so much fun, really it's so great to have time with fabulous ladies. It's just the best, I feel bad for men sometimes because they'll never experience the laughter that women experience in their ladies only club!

So I've been seeing Cheryl Burke (from Dancing With The Stars) all over the media yelling "Size 4 is not fat!" Apparently she's the latest celebrity to be called overweight. This is ridiculous. The woman is not overweight in the least. This reminds me when Jenifer Love Hewitt was everywhere exclaiming the same thing. She was spouting off "I love my curves!" constantly. I just was a little bit confused when a very short time later she graced the cover of my US Weekly with the headline "How I Lost The Weight"

I believe Cheryl Burke is not fat, I believe Eva Longoria sounds like a complete idiot when she tells Allure Magazine "I'm not pregnant, I just got rounder, I'm still a size 0." Yes, Eva I'm sure there were a lot of women that are a round size zero and know what you're going through. If I ever find one I'll be sure to offer that fatty my sympathy. I also believe that as soon as they drop whatever the "offending" weight was they'll be back on the cover of one of my weekly rags letting us all know. Even though, you know, they "Love their curves!"

So what's the deal? I mean if you're going to make your curves your platform and get up on your horse then can you stay there? It would be better to not say anything then look like such a hypocrite.

This is easy for me to say. I am skinny. I don't enjoy food so much. It's not an eating disorder, I'm just not a big foodie. There are people that live to eat and people that eat to live. I'm definitely in the second category. I do understand addiction very well though. I have a very addictive personality and try to quit as I might, I'm puffing away on my ciggs writing this post.
While my habit is disgusting and harmful to others and will probably kill me, society is kinder to me then someone that over eats.

't imagine being a heavy person with an actual difficulty with their weight having to listen to this celebrity garbage. Cheryl, just do us a favor, I'm happy you're happy with yourself and you're speaking out. If you show up in my mailbox letting us all know how you "Slimmed Down." Well, consider this your warning!

Am I the only one over the celebrity "fat" epidemic?

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LIZ EARLE SMOOTHING LINE SERUM DESIGNED FOR THE EYE AREA! GODDESS GRANNY!

Sat, 10/18/2008 - 10:40pm

Goddess Granny here! Can you feel it? That lil' nip of Autumn in the air and along with it the rustling of leaves and maybe even a glimpse of something not quite definable in the corner of your eye?Cue spooky music...not that nasty bone-slasher stuff but just something that gives you a slight chill !

I LOVE all that is Halloween and for the first time in quite a while,I'm actually donning a costume and going to a real party to celebrate this night of possibilities.

Okay so have you also noticed that most of the costumes geared towards adult women are designed to make you look like an extra in a low-budget porn-flick??? OMG....seriously...if you're not 20 and built like a brick-chithouse,your options are reduced to wearing something that will guarentee you NO treats on the big night or you can simply cover yourself in bodypaint and drink heavily hoping no one will notice,LOL!

After browsing online for entirely too long,I did manage to craft together a darling "kitty cat" costume with a hot lil' pink leopard print hoodie that has ears and a tail attached and short patent skirt with a sparkly bra peeking out a bit.I will however be wearing fully opaque tights and thigh high 6" heeled black patent boots( I poledance so these are in my closet as a matter of fact...) to cover any nasty bits and overall I will be insured that my attendance at this party will not include my showing up on "YouTube" in the am due to a wardrobe malfunction!

My biggest fear at age 54 is that my 11 yr. old grandaughter will discover the ONE time I muck up bigtime on "YouTube" for all the world to see...
To insure that my costume will have the proper flirty-kitty effect,I also bought an outrageous pair of thick,black,fluttery false-lashes:after all,aren't the eyes really where it ALL begins and ends?

Again, I bring you back to the fabulous line by Liz Earle: I received several of her amazing products to review and literally have worn these items out! I have previously mentioned that this company simply rocks in terms of quality,service,and true markey identity.I find them to be refreshing in a world of hype and nonsense and can see why the boutiques that carry the line are thrilled to have them on hand.

Their elegant cream-colored tube with pump-top of "Smoothing Line Serum" has captured my heart this time and again,I'm here to say that this is an amazing find: silky and non-scented,this serum designed for the eye area but can be used wherever you feel the need and it glides on effortlessly.While it's suggested for nightime use,I have also applied it during the day when I'm hanging around.

It can be a tad sticky at first but the feeling subsides after a few minutes leaving an obviously firmed eye area and a glossy smooth finish behind!
I also pat whatever is left on the little creases about my lipline for a nice result as well...

I think the effects of this product are visable immediately and honestly I hate to sound like a raving loon, but these products are just GREAT and seem to achieve what you wish most others would without a whole lot of effort!

Echinacea and grapeseed extract are the botanicals of note and both are known for their antibacterical and skin-building properties.Their commitment to using sustainable ingredients that are fairly traded and decent wages paid to women's co-op's worldwide only make me love them more as well! I
have also read that this product is considered to act like a "natural Botox" because it contains hyrolonic acid as well ( which attracts moisure to the skin-surface) and honestly,having tried the un-natural Botox as well,I think this is a nicer effect overall.

I'm stuck on this lil'tube of goodness and even after a month of heavy travel and limited sleep,my eye-area is looking fresh and soon to be ferociously- feline thanks to this potion!

BUY LIZ EARLE HERE!

I am in awe of Liz Earle...Will you also be a creature of the night frolicing under the moon on Halloween?And...do you think that the eyes really ARE the mirror of the soul?