03.18.2011
Katherine Heigl quits smoking cigarettes AND helps animals!

So, if you know me at all, you know how I feel about cigarettes.  I hate them….and really, hate isn’t even a strong enough word.  Cigarettes are vile.  But I digress,  I won’t go on anti-smoking rant but I will say that if you are looking for a healhtier alternative to cigarettes, SmokeStik might be a good option for you.  I’ve been noticing a lot of people in LA using this revolutionary new device which, yes, looks exactly like a cigarette but eliminates the cancer-causing agents that cigarettes contain like tar, carcinogens and tabacco.  The only thing you’re getting from SmokeStik is water vapor and nicotine — so yes, you will still have the addiction but hey, at least you’re not slowly giving yourself cancer, right?  Since I don’t smoke, I can’t say whether or not this helps with quitting (and I would assume it doesn’t since it still contains nicotine) but it’s definitely a healthier alternative to cigarettes that any smoker should consider.  I got my sister a SmokeStik for Christmas and she’s been using (and loving) it since!

Katherine Heigl, actress and animal-lover, recently announced her endorsement of the product and even designed her own SmokeStik called The Pitbull – proceeds from her SmokeStik will go to her dog rescue foundation, The Compassion Revolution!

03.18.2011
Katherine Heigl quits smoking cigarettes AND helps animals!

So, if you know me at all, you know how I feel about cigarettes.  I hate them….and really, hate isn’t even a strong enough word.  Cigarettes are vile.  But I digress,  I won’t go on anti-smoking rant but I will say that if you are looking for a healhtier alternative to cigarettes, SmokeStik might be a good option for you.  I’ve been noticing a lot of people in LA using this revolutionary new device which, yes, looks exactly like a cigarette but eliminates the cancer-causing agents that cigarettes contain like tar, carcinogens and tabacco.  The only thing you’re getting from SmokeStik is water vapor and nicotine — so yes, you will still have the addiction but hey, at least you’re not slowly giving yourself cancer, right?  Since I don’t smoke, I can’t say whether or not this helps with quitting (and I would assume it doesn’t since it still contains nicotine) but it’s definitely a healthier alternative to cigarettes that any smoker should consider.  I got my sister a SmokeStik for Christmas and she’s been using (and loving) it since!

Katherine Heigl, actress and animal-lover, recently announced her endorsement of the product and even designed her own SmokeStik called The Pitbull – proceeds from her SmokeStik will go to her dog rescue foundation, The Compassion Revolution!

03.02.2011
Jewelry Obsession: Haute Betts

So I’m iffy about the new movie Beastly (coming out on Friday) but if there’s one thing I’m not iffy about, it’s the jewely line Haute Betts, which Vanessa Hudgen’s wears in the new flick.  I’m totally obsessed with the “Gypsetter” collection which is a mixture of jewels with the old-fashioned camp style bracelet that I used to make back in the day.  It’s like childhood memory chic!  The Haute Betts line is known around Hollywood as a mixture of bohemian and rock n’ roll and has a ton of celeb fans like Ashlee Simpson, Katie Cassidy and Annalynne McCord and, of course, Vanessa Hudgens.

Vanessa stopped by the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills and met with Heather Betts, the designer, for a private preview of the Beastly Collection and the collection even features a “Lindy” bracelet, which is a one-of-a-kind piece created especially for the film and Vanessa’s character in the movie, Lindy.

01.30.2011
2011 SAG Awards

Aaaah, the SAG Awards.  They’re always over-shadowed by the Golden Globes but I have to say, I’m way into the dresses above  (Mila Kunis, January Jones, Julia Stiles).  AND, I’m kind of obsessed with Julia Stiles’ makeup (and dress, for that matter).  Here’s how to get the look:

Julia’s look was created by celebrity makeup artist Jake Bailey, who was really inspired by her gorgeous flowing dress for an effortless “rich hippie” look.  “I wanted her skin to be flawless but dewy so I used COVERGIRL NatureLuxe Silk Foundation, buffing it into the skin with a flat-topped brush.  I brushed a bronzer with a hint of shimmer on her cheeks and along the hairline for a natural glow and finished her skin with a shimmery coral blush on the apples of her cheeks.”

Bailey wanted to create a dramatic smoky eye so he lined the inner rim and lashline with COVERGIRL LiquiLineBlast in Black Fire and then smudged it upwards.  He then used COVERGIRL Smoky ShadowBlast in Purple Plume along the lid and up towards the brow bone.  He finished her eyes with dramatic lashes using false lashes and then applying COVERGIRL LashBlast Fusion before applying COVERGIRL Lip Perfection in Smoky and then filled her lips in with COVERGIRL Lip Perfection in Delish.

01.24.2011
Inspired By: “Black Swan”

So I recently saw the movie “Black Swan” and instantly fell in love.  As a former ballerina I can appreciate the way Natalie Portman trained so hard for the role and she danced beautifully, I might add.  In all honesty the movie was, yes, super creepy but I find myself entirely inspired…

ASOS Feather Corset Dress ($258.60)

Etsy Feather Lace Gloves ($31.99)

Qi Willow Cashmere Leg Warmers ($77)

Prada Cutout Ballet Flat ($590)

Swarovski Swan Pendant ($80)

Natalie Portman as the Black Swan in Rodarte

 

01.20.2011
Koh Gen Doh Cleansing Spa Cloths- a favorite of “Glee” stars!

So I’ve been using Koh Gen Do’s Cleansing Spa Cloths for the past few days, which is why I was super excited when I heard the news that the cast of Glee loves them almost as much as I do.  According to their makeup artist, Jennifer Greenberg, ‘the Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Cloths are the best that I have used.  Our actors on Glee also love them and we can barely keep them stocked.”

What’s great about these cloths (and I’ve tried them all) is that the cloth itself is organic and contains mineral-rich cleansing spa water that wipes away makeup and skin impurities.  The thermal water is from Yumura Hot Springs in Izumo Japan, which I love because I had the best baths EVER while traveling through Japan.  As soon as this hits the presses, I’m sure Gleeks everywhere will be running to Barneys. 🙂

01.18.2011
THE Hospitality Suite at the Nivea For Men Mansion hosted by Pascal Mouawad

 

So living in LA, I do get to attend some pretty cool events…and THE Hospitality Suite at the Nivea For Men Mansion was no exception.  The party was held at famous jeweler Pascal Mouawad’s house in the Hills in honor of the Golden Globes…and seriously, there were some crazy star sightings.  Not like Brangelina or TomKat sightings (or even Speidi) but celebs who I didn’t even realize I actually liked.  Vince from Friday Night Lights, people!  I mean, come ON.  FNL is only my favorite show EVER.  Besides Vince (aka Michael B. Jordan), Jenny McCarthy, Milla Jovovich, Nicole Scherzinger, Kyle Richards from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and and even Ali Fedotowsky from The Bachelor, my most hated show on television.

Besides the celeb spottings, the suite was pretty fab.  I got to catch up with George Papanikolas, who recently did my highlights, and get my hair blown out with the amazing JOICO line while chatting with friends.

photo: Real Housewife Kyle Richards and George Papanikolas of The Andy LeCompte Salon

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