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Don’t Forget the Sunscreen!

Posted on: March 30th, 2010 by Beauty Schools Directory 1 Comment

shutterstock_49236946Spring has finally sprung! It time to get outdoors and enjoy nature. But as you leave your home, there’s one beauty must you mustn’t forget – sunscreen!

When searching for sunscreen, it’s important purchase one with both UVA and UVB ray protection. Many reports claim that UVA radiation is more harmful the UVB. According to the Environmental Working Group, in 2008 only 29% of sunscreens on the market contained FDA approved UVA filters. The good news is, by the summer of 2009 that number had increased by 70%.

Here are some sunscreens for you to try this spring and summer that provide both UVA and UVB protection:

La Roche-Posay is known for their innovative sun protection products, and their Anthelios SX Daily Moisturizer SPF 15 is no exception. This is a great option for protecting and moisturizing facial skin at the same time, with one simple product.

Neutrogena is a major heavyweight in the skincare market and they continue to outdo themselves when their new products hit store shelves. Neutrogena® Spectrum+ Advanced Sunblock Lotion SPF 55, 70, & 100 is their latest product, and features their Helioplex360Technology, which protects skin from UVA rays, UVB rays and oxidative damage.

For those who prefer natural skin care products, you needn’t go without protection from the sun! Check out Jason Natural Sunbrella Chemical Free Sunscreen collection. The line included sunscreen products for the face, lips and body, that are PABA-free, Alcohol-free, and water resistant.

What sunscreens do you use to protect your skin? Have you tried any of these products out? Let us know!

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Art Meets Beauty with New Product from Guerlain

Posted on: March 23rd, 2010 by Beauty Schools Directory No Comments

guerlian-jeu-dombrelles-eyeshadow-palette1It’s no surprise that the worlds of beauty and art have merged to create beauty products that are true works of art. Take Guerlain’s Jeu D’Ombrelles Eyeshadow Palette – in each little quadrant is a powder eye shadow, rich with gorgeously colorful shades.

The only thing more beautiful than the eye looks you can create, are the eyeshadows’ uniquely complex designs! But, these designs are more than just for looks. The multi-colored palette creates high and low contrasting colors and adds a look of depth.

What’s the most beautiful beauty product you’ve ever used? Share!

Jessica Simpson Discovers “The Price of Beauty”

Posted on: March 16th, 2010 by Beauty Schools Directory 1 Comment
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Jessica Simpson with Ken Paves (left) and Cacee Cobb (right) in Thailand.

Last night, VH1 aired “The Price of Beauty”, a new reality TV show featuring Jessica Simpson touring the world and visiting different cultures – and discovering that while beauty is in the eye of the beholder, the love of beauty is universal.

Simpson, accompanied by her best friends CaCee Cobb and celeb hairstylist Ken Paves, will spend time with women from a variety of different backgrounds, visiting seven different countries and learning about and participating in beauty rituals around the world.

The first stop was Thailand and Simpson and friends traveled to Bangkok to learn about their beauty culture and regiments. The trip started with Thai massages, which looked more painful than relaxing but the benefits include increased circulation and posture correction. They went on to learn that in Thailand, the paler the skin the more beautiful you are – which is a complete opposite as Simpson pointed out in American beauty culture. They ended the trip in the northern part of Thailand where women stretch their necks with gold rings. It’s a symbol of beauty and wealth and helps the women of the Karen tribe attract spouses.

As Simpson says, “I’m interested in learning more about myself and what I value in myself and letting that be the beautiful part of me, rather than putting on the makeup or wearing the right designer.  It really is about the heart of a woman that makes her beautiful.”

So, did you catch “The Price of Beauty”? What did you think? What are your thoughts on beauty practices in other cultures? Share!

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Superstar Beyonce Opens Cosmetology School

Posted on: March 9th, 2010 by Beauty Schools Directory 2 Comments

beyonce-beauty-schoolSuperstar Beyonce has entered the world of Cosmetology! She and her mother Tina Knowles opened the Beyonce Cosmetology Center this week in Brooklyn, NY. The cosmetology center is a new addition at Phoenix House, a rehabilitation center for men and women recovering from drug addiction.

Beyonce visited Phoenix House while researching her role in 2008′s Cadillac Records. She was so inspired by the work she saw being done that she donated her entire salary from the film to create a cosmetology school at the center! The presence of the school at the rehabilitation center will help clients learn a trade, enabling them to support themselves once completing their recovery treatment. Pretty neat, huh?

Not only is Beyonce gorgeous on the outside, she’s gorgeous on the inside too!

Photo: Monsar Communications, Inc.

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Mirror, Mirror on the Computer Screen…

Posted on: March 2nd, 2010 by Beauty Schools Directory No Comments

mirror-makeupOkay, so you’re a makeup lover. That’s great. Different products and shades can be an exciting way to spice up your look and try out new trends!

But do you ever get tired of applying, removing and reapplying makeup when you’re testing out new looks? Or maybe you’ve taken a shot in the dark, bought a new product before trying it out, and found out it didn’t look so hot when you got home?

Now, there’s a solution. The Shiseido cosmetics company has created a virtual makeup mirror that lets you use the magic of computers to try out new makeup looks.

Just run a quick facial scan, then start testing out crazy-awesome looks!

Right now, this virtual mirror is only available in Japan, but I would be stoked to see it in my neighborhood makeup store, too. How about you?

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