blogsJam : Beauty & MakeUp

Here at Temptalia, we are all about making YOU happy!  We strive to listen to your ideas and suggestions on what to keep doing, what we need to work on, and what just isn’t working at all.  At the end of last year, we unveiled the current blog design, which was a complete overhaul of the .. read full article »

I've always said to people that even without makeup, anybody can totally revamp and improve the way they look with just the simple step of changing the appearance of their brows. Even without a smidgen of makeup on the face, a girl (or guy) can look groomed, polished, and presentable with .. read full article »

(image from The Body Shop)For the fourth time, The Body Shop is teaming up with Women's Aid to launch the 2008 "Stop Violence in the Home" campaign in the UK.This campaign focuses on and draws inspiration from the result of the study (by Ipsos MORI on behalf of The Body Shop) which shows that .. read full article »

Beverly Hills dermatologist to the stars Dr. Peter Kopelson tells W magazine what it takes to be successful in the most competitive market on earth. Kopelson says his new association with fellow California dermatologist Dr. Sheri G. Feldman, a protege of celebrity dermatologist Arnold W. Klein, .. read full article »

For my first installment of guides in mineral makeup application, this one’s called Mineral Makeup Guide : Good Skin. What is good skin? Well, some of us are blessed with good, low-maintenance skin that are clear and flawless to start with, but some of us are challenged with some problems of .. read full article »

These are your fancy panties – the ones you slip on for that special evening. Packaged together, these mini versions of our full size glosses will be off almost as soon as they are on! Enjoy six gloss colors – three best loved shades – Frilly Thong, Sheer String and Jewelled G-String – .. read full article »

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While most probably remember Lara Flynn Boyle as that fashion train-wreck (who could forget the 2003 Golden Globes when she wore that awful ballerina mess of an outfit), I always associate Boyle with old-Hollywood glamour. I know she got a loooot of flack for her uber-thin body, but her facial .. read full article »

Yesterday, you all were shocked at how much makeup I brought with me to Hawaii.  Now, let me share with you some lessons I learned about traveling when it comes to lugging your beauty goodies with you! Decide ahead of time.  Think about where you’re going, what you think you may be doing, .. read full article »

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Just because Fall is approaching doesn't mean we have to stop all the Summer fun! Lise Watier has added 2 new shades to the line's popular Couler Folle Loose Powder Eyeshadows! Rich in colour, these... To read more click here for the full details! read full article »

I can only sigh in absolute happiness with Benefit’s Dandelion Blush. Being not much of a fan of reds, I love pink and peach blush shades the most. Pink shades look refreshing on the cheeks, berry shades give some romance and slight blush on the face, while peach shades give warmth, plus, .. read full article »

I am currently giving away some St. Ives products, and many of you have commented on your fondness for St. Ives' signature product, Apricot Scrub.All this got me thinking about drugstore products that have taken on cult status, and I'm going to need your help with this post.In thinking about my .. read full article »

Threadless, my favourite T-Shirt retailer, is having a sale! All tees are $12 (whereas they're usually $25-$30), which means that they're more than half off! I'm loving this tee right... Visit CanadianBeauty.com to read the rest of this article. read full article »

Here's your fashion fix for this week... By Jenna Rocca In search of badly needed some inspiration I turned once again to the RTW fall collections and stumbled upon this which shed some light upon... Visit CanadianBeauty.com to read the rest of this article. read full article »

For our next giveaway in our Summer of Fun Giveaways, beauty isn’t just skin deep.  It can be FOR THE HOME… Gianna Rose Atelier Gift Set This prize package is worth $25.00! To enter to win, leave a comment telling me what your decorating style is, and make sure to use an accurate e-mail .. read full article »

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I am so happy to find out about the product launch of Sebastian Professional – a professional grade line of hair care and styling products. Sebastian used to be at the top of the game, way back when, and was one of my very favorite brands.  Shaper hairspray was *da bomb.*  But, they quit .. read full article »

I am so happy to find out about the product launch of Sebastian Professional – a professional grade line of hair care and styling products. Sebastian used to be at the top of the game, way back when, and was one of my very favorite brands.  Shaper hairspray was *da bomb.*  But, they quit .. read full article »

My "beauty secret" is no big secret for those in the know. Benefit's "That Gal" primer helps to give you that special glow. As a beauty blogger, I tell-all about the products I sample. When I discover a star in... Head over to Raging Rouge to read the full post! read full article »

I am a faux-tan fanatic. I self tan some part of my body almost everyday. As Summer is coming to a close, I won’t even go there with how weird my self-tanning routine is, but it is insane. Over the last few weeks, I have spent a lot of time at the beach, and while I do use a sunscreen and .. read full article »

Many good things to report for Makeup Junkie! First, ChickChat TV has uploaded the episode featuring yours truly on ChickAdvisor.com's newly revamped site! The site's new look is tres chic and just... To read more click here for the full details! read full article »

Wow! Say that name more than twice and still see if you can figure out what it is you are saying. All I know, is that the namew may be a bit mumbly-jumbly, but this product is something I need - STAT!Black For Light Mask Light Enhancing Black Mask by Givenchy might just be the answer to my .. read full article »

What’s the biggest makeup mess you’ve made? Spill your favorite limited edition pigment into the sink? Shatter your favorite shadow? Lost your entire traincase? read full article »

When I was on TV, I learned many tricks from my make up artist, all of which I still use today!  One of my favorite tricks is highlighting my brows both under the browbone, and above the brows.  This gives depth to the brows and makes you look youthful and we can all use a hefty dose of .. read full article »

Skin care is tricky. Finding the right regimine for YOU is like dancing the waltz - you're skin has to be perfectly in tune with the product or the whole thing ends disastrously.Sophtyo is an organic line that's been around for almost a year in England and finally launched in the states this .. read full article »

Sofie searches for science: Thanks for running this blog and speaking so clearly about cosmetic chemistry! Having been here for a while, I thought to de-lurk and ask a question. While doing some research and looking around to figure out a better way to take care of my rather coarse, frizzy, .. read full article »

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My cousin Cat, who taught me last summer a great beauty tip involving sand and babies which I'll share next, taught me how to get wrinkles out without an iron.... read full article »

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My face usually becomes an oil-slick towards the end of the day. That’s why I usually prefer to cleanse it first with a deep pore cleansing milk before cleaning/washing it thoroughly with water. Recently I have been using Lakme Deep Pore Cleanser and I’m quite happy with it. It comes in a .. read full article »

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The Democratic National Convention officially began today (Monday, August 25, 2008) and Rocky Mountain News reporter Lisa Bornstein pointed out that a booth at the nearby expo in the Denver Civic Center is featuring Juvederm information. Bornstein says the arena more closely resembles a street .. read full article »

CNN Money is reporting that Infinity Medical Group (IMGR) has received building permits for a new medical spa and a dental implants clinic at 18 Yonge Street in downtown Toronto. The project is located in a commercial retail space on the ground level of a 39 story condominium complex, adjacent .. read full article »

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A Utah dermatologist and his staff from Red Canyon Aesthetics & Medical Spa, whose headquarters are in Cedar City Utah, were on a twin engine plane that crashed Friday, killing all ten people on board. The director, Dr. Lansing Ellsworth, had recently launched a monthly dermatology clinic in .. read full article »

See review   Guest Review: Nars The Multiple Rated a 7.5 by TotalBeauty.com Editor Kristen Oldham-Giordani Nars The Multiple is a cream-to-powder formula that can be used anywhere (though it leaves lips feeling a little too powdery). The jumbo stick glides on smoothly and feels .. read full article »

(the exhibition pamphlet)Even though "a bit of fashion" is under the name of my blog, I have not talked about fashion in a long time. But today I am sharing my thoughts on The House of Viktor & Rolf exhibition in London's Barbican Centre that I went to last month.Viktor & Rolf's designs caught .. read full article »

See reviews Best Liners for Your Lips From MAC and Smashbox to Wet n Wild, the pencils that garnered top ratings and glowing product reviews Not too hard or soft, these lip... To read more click here for the full details! read full article »

Clini-Kew used… Eyes: Clinique Touch Tint in Natural Suede as a base, MAC Brule e/s all over lid up to browbone, Clinique eyeshadow duo in Chocolate Kiss (the lighter shade to deepen on the lid), MAC Brown Script e/s for the crease, Flirt Look of Love liner in Sugar Pie (solid white on the .. read full article »

A Greensboro, North Carolina medical spa owner has been charged with 20 counts of felony fraud for using another doctor's name to obtain prescription drugs. Winston-Salem television station WXII reported that last January, Lauretta Cheek was charged with a misdemeanor after three of her .. read full article »

Olive Oil: Kitchen Cupboard Beauty TipsFor centuries, Mediterranean beauties have relied on olive oil to help maintain good health, a fresh, dewy complexion, lustrous hair, and more.Now you can learn the secrets of olive oil that have made it such a favorite Kitchen Cupboard beauty aid for so .. read full article »

When a Columbus, Ohio plastic surgeon argued to the Ohio Board of Nursing, that "in a well supervised environment, it is safe [for nurses] to administer these Botox injections," only then did the board realize that there were no established guidelines or prohibitions for administration of .. read full article »

With melasma being one of the most common skin problems for women--and certainly a top concern of RealSelf.com readers, no doubt it's on the radar screen at most beauty companies. In their August 2008 issue, Allure magazine features Eucerin White Solution Spot Treatment, a new product that .. read full article »

I haven't worn fishnet stockings since my days of tap dancing, some 20 years ago - ha! But the new Juicy Tubes Rose Fishnets has me reliving those days, if only reminding me that they are not for everyday wear. Though, this Juicy Tube definitely is.Rose Fishnets is the most beautiful rosy-nude .. read full article »

I've noticed that as I've gotten older the skin around my eyes seems fine during the summer months (ok, so long as I'm wearing sunglasses and not perpetually squinting) but as we forge ahead into colder months, I find myself yearning for a more effective, moisturizing eye cream. I've recently .. read full article »

I’m sure most of us have a problem of overpacking, right? I’m no exception! I took far more makeup to Hawaii than I needed to! In total, I took about 115 products/items with me that were beauty-related (this doesn’t include sunscreen!). And of all of that, I didn’t use… Mystery kohl .. read full article »

Sending a gift to a member of the press for positive coverage has never crossed my mind.  The ethics of gift giving seem quite clear: unbiased journalists would never accept a gift. Yet, according to a PR "tip" I received today from an established beauty PR firm, perhaps I should be mailing .. read full article »

Hairplay Set and Seal is a product combo that consists of a setting lotion and shine serum. Created by Fritz Clay of Hairplay Salon, the set is great for all hair types and textures. Set also comes in three different forumlas:  light for straight or wavy hair, medium for curly hair, and extra .. read full article »