Click on the image to take the Beauty Gala Beauty Myths quiz on makeup. Can you separate fact from fiction? How much do you know about what is true or false regarding makeup? read more…

At this point, we are all fairly aware that the suns rays pose risks to our skin and even more importantly, to our health. But do you know the fundamentals of sunscreen? To learn the basics of protecting yourself, read more…

Dior Dior Addict High Shine Lipstick is the first lipstick developed for fashion show performance, wearing extra long with show-stopping shine and light reflecting color. The formula contains lip fix powders and micro-polymers that cling to lips to prevent smudging, which means these lipsticks have some serious staying power. Dior also made these lipsticks so shiny that it makes your lips appear youthful and smooth, reducing any fine lines on your lips. To see a few swatches, and more of my thoughts on these lipsticks, read more…

This week: The Beauty Blender Vs. Sonia Kashuk’s Blending Sponge. Both blending sponges are the most popular and well known sponges on the market to help apply and blend your makeup. Beauty Blender is found only at their website, Sephora, or high-end retailers, whereas Sonia Kashuk’s Blending Sponge is an option available at your local Target. Do these blending sponges do what they claim? Grab a seat, and let the showdown begin… read more…

As soon as I saw a photograph from a past Body Shop spring collection, I knew I wanted to recreate this makeup look. Highlighted by a strong pink cheek and lip, with golden eyes, and winged black eyeliner, this look is flirty, soft, and romantic. This is the perfect look for spring and summer, and fantastic for going out on a date, or for a special event. To watch the video on how to achieve this entire look, as well as see more photographs, and a full list of products used, read more…

Zoya Astra is one of three nail polishes from the Winter 2009 Ulta Glitter Collection. Astra is perfect for spring and summer, offering a fuchsia pink jelly base, with gorgeous, thick glitter. To see more photographs of the manicure I will be wearing all weekend, read more…

Since today seems to be “Fingers Friday,” and all about nail polish, I am bringing you a fantastic beauty bargain coupon today from eNailSupply. If you’re looking for discounted China Glaze, Orly, Essie, and Zoya nail polish, this is your shop. This coupon is offering an even further discount this weekend. Some Beauty Gala suggestions are the Zoya Summer 2010 Flash Collection, the Zoya Summer 2010 Sparkles Collection (which we are still waiting for!), and the Essie Resort Collection. Click the banner to shop and get some nail polish on the cheap! eNailSupply ships worldwide.

NARS Purple Rain is one of the most beloved purple nail polishes that I own. It is a gorgeous Gothic looking dark purple, which flashes into a shimmery rich, royal purple, with bright blue and bright purple flecks. To see more photographs, read more…

Revlon has released a collection called “Scents of Summer” for 2010, and it includes nail colors that are supposed to have a scent to them. I was both raising my eyebrows and intrigued by this type of product, so I bought the color that appealed to me most in the store: Grape Icy. To see more photographs and a short review on this polish, read more…

Tarte Cosmetics is having an Earth Day sale, valid April 22nd-25th, with coupon EARTHDAY at checkout. Over 98% of Tarte’s products are formulated without parabens, sulfates, and synthetic fragrances. They also use recycled material for their packaging. Click the above image to shop, and feel good about supporting the Earth!

[Thank you to MartiniLush from BellaSugar for providing details about this sale.]