Gift Guide: The Definitive Best Beauty Gifts to Give

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My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)

July 29, 2025
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4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet

March 12, 2025
Because we all need to help save our planet, and these are four easy (and also fun) ways to do
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Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life

March 1, 2025
You guys know I’m picky about lip gloss, but I recently tried two new (to me) products and had to
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04.14.2011
Contest Alert: Patricia Field teams up with U by Kotex

 

So I just got word that legendary costume designer Patricia Field (of “Sex and the City” fame) has teamed up with U by Kotex to give girls the opportunity to help change and inspire the future of the feminine care category through an online design challenge that just launched.  Girls can get get creative and start designing at BanTheBland.com for a chance to work with Patricia to design the new product for 2012 AND attend Fashion Week in New York City!

As an added bonus, U by Kotex will donate $1 for everyone that submits or likes a design to go towards Girls For A Change – a national non-profit organization that empowers girls to create and lead social change within their communities.

04.13.2011
Harajuku Lovers G of the Sea

So I’ve stated like 1,000 times how much I <3 Gwen Stefani so it should be no surprise that I’m currently obsessed with her latest fragrance, Harajuku Lovers G of the Sea.

Since “The Little Mermaid” was a childhood favorite, naturally I was drawn to this bottle. I mean, even if you’re not a Gwen fan, you’ve GOT to give this to me…the packaging is adorable.  But packaging aside (we all know I’m a sucker), the limited-edition summer fragrance is an aquatic and fresh scent with top notes of crisp apple, water lily and sweet crushed berries.  Summer perfection.

 

04.13.2011
JustFabulous launch party with celeb stylist Jessica Paster

So I attended the launch party celebration for a new shoe membership club, JustFabulous at Eveleigh in Hollywood hosted by celebrity stylist, Jessica Paster.  I brought my friend Sydne as my plus one (make sure to check out her fab fashion coverage of the event) and aside from the fun event, we were shocked we had never been to Eveleigh because it was so pretty!

Pretty Hollywood venue aside, we got the chance to pick out a pair of JustFab shoes (I went with a gold platform heel that Sydne spotted for me) and the celeb spotting was just as good as expected thanks to the host of the night, Jessica Pastor.  Look at how grown up Dakota Fanning is now!  God, I feel old.

Jessica Paster with Dakota Fanning

04.13.2011
JustFabulous launch party with celeb stylist Jessica Paster

So I attended the launch party celebration for a new shoe membership club, JustFabulous at Eveleigh in Hollywood hosted by celebrity stylist, Jessica Paster.  I brought my friend Sydne as my plus one (make sure to check out her fab fashion coverage of the event) and aside from the fun event, we were shocked we had never been to Eveleigh because it was so pretty!

Pretty Hollywood venue aside, we got the chance to pick out a pair of JustFab shoes (I went with a gold platform heel that Sydne spotted for me) and the celeb spotting was just as good as expected thanks to the host of the night, Jessica Pastor.  Look at how grown up Dakota Fanning is now!  God, I feel old.

Jessica Paster with Dakota Fanning

04.12.2011
Spring Beauty Picks!

So spring is here and I have a slew of new favorite beauty products that I have to share with you:

Kate Somerville Tanning Towelettes: When I first heard about tanning towelettes, I had my doubts…but these are the ulitmate in tanning wipes.  They’re paraben-free and the result is totally natural and streak-free.

Crabtree & Evelyn Creme De Menthe Lip Butter: Besides the fact that the packaging is uber spring, I’m loving the creamy mint taste that this lip butter leaves on my lips.  It’s super moisturizing and leaves the slightest tint of color on your pout.

Suave Dry Shampoo: I’m a huge fan of dry shampoo, and especially when it costs less than $10.  Suave’s version is fab and it also has a fun lemon scent that makes me feel like I’m on vacation.

Bare Escentuals Buxom Stay-There Eye Shadow: I’m always a little intimidated by eye shadow in any unordinary form but when I tried these out, I was pleasantly surprised.  The mineral-infused, paraben-free formula is perfect for delicate skin since it boasts soothing aloe and vitamin E. As a special bonus, each shade is named after a different breed of dog (!) and Bare Escentuals is making a charitable contribution to Canine Companions for Independence, a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilitiesby providing highly trained assistance dogs.

Physician’s Formula Organic Wear Jumbo Lash Mascara: I loved the orginal, non-jumbo version, and it’s like one of my favotrite mascaras got even bigger and better.  This 100% natural mascara not only boots your lashes but it does so without all the nasty ingredients getting in your eyes and destroying your lashes.

 

 

 

04.12.2011
Spring Beauty Picks!

So spring is here and I have a slew of new favorite beauty products that I have to share with you:

Kate Somerville Tanning Towelettes: When I first heard about tanning towelettes, I had my doubts…but these are the ulitmate in tanning wipes.  They’re paraben-free and the result is totally natural and streak-free.

Crabtree & Evelyn Creme De Menthe Lip Butter: Besides the fact that the packaging is uber spring, I’m loving the creamy mint taste that this lip butter leaves on my lips.  It’s super moisturizing and leaves the slightest tint of color on your pout.

Suave Dry Shampoo: I’m a huge fan of dry shampoo, and especially when it costs less than $10.  Suave’s version is fab and it also has a fun lemon scent that makes me feel like I’m on vacation.

Bare Escentuals Buxom Stay-There Eye Shadow: I’m always a little intimidated by eye shadow in any unordinary form but when I tried these out, I was pleasantly surprised.  The mineral-infused, paraben-free formula is perfect for delicate skin since it boasts soothing aloe and vitamin E. As a special bonus, each shade is named after a different breed of dog (!) and Bare Escentuals is making a charitable contribution to Canine Companions for Independence, a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilitiesby providing highly trained assistance dogs.

Physician’s Formula Organic Wear Jumbo Lash Mascara: I loved the orginal, non-jumbo version, and it’s like one of my favotrite mascaras got even bigger and better.  This 100% natural mascara not only boots your lashes but it does so without all the nasty ingredients getting in your eyes and destroying your lashes.

 

 

 

04.11.2011
Obsessed: Alberto Parada 18K Rose Gold Carnelian and Diamond Ring

So every once in awhile I find a piece of jewelry that I can not stop thinking about and yes, it’s happened once again.  Alberto Parada’s 18K rose gold Carnelian and diamond ring is totally amazing.  We all know that I’m a big fan of wearing the color red so it shouldn’t be any surprise that I’m totally in lust with this gorgeous piece of finger art.  While, yes, I can’t afford it (SRP: $4,150), a girl can dream can’t she?

Alberto is known for his simplistic sustainable fine jewelry and also known for using conflict-free diamonds and ethically-sourced gems. And, Alberto’s jewelry contains only HARMONY gold which is recylced, refined and produced in Virginia; Alberto chooses 100% recycled gold so his jewelry doesn’t contribute to the environmental destruction and waste caused by precous-metal mining.  If you’re in the market for some Earth Day pieces, this is a great line to choose from!

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