Pretty in Pink

   Jessica Biel Pretty in Pink? or Pretty Tacky?

It's no surprise that Jessica opted for a Giambattista gown, seeing as the pair have been pals for quite some time, with the actress being spotted in one of his creations at the London premiere of Total Recall where she wowed onlookers in a laxe tuxedo shirt and feathered floral applique pencil skirt from the designer's couture collection.

Jessica and Justin were married infront of 150 family members and friends in Puglia, Southern Italy over the weekend, and the week-long celebrations are believed to have kicked off with a opulent firework display and party on the beach, followed by a nonchalant cocktail reception on Thursday.

When we heard that the ever stylish Jessica Biel had tied the knot with Justin Timberlake after stating that she had no plans for a 2012 wedding, we couldn't wait to see what gown she would wear.

Natalie Portman Went Blonde!

Natalie Portman just got a major makeover! The Oscar winner debuted her new blonde hair on Saturday at an event for husband Benjamin Millepeid‘s L.A. Dance Project. Celebrity colorist Tracey Cunningham gave the actress her new color, which is for an upcoming film role. “My mom says I’m like a different person,” Natalie told The Hollywood Reporter

           What do you think of Natalie Portman as a blonde?

12 Fabulous Beauty Products That Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Can you believe it’s already October? One of my favorite things about this time of year (aside from wacky Halloween makeup looks and dark, romantic nail colors) are all of the great give-back beauty products that come out in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.


 Fragrance: 
The only proprietary fragrance created to benefit breast cancer research: Promise Me Eau de Parfum, $59 for 3.4oz, lordandtaylor.com 

Skincare: 
Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture by Murad, $85 for 2 x 1.7fl oz, murad.com
Great as gifts or stocking stuffers: Body Shop Soft Hands Kind Heart hand cream, $7, thebodyshop.com


Makeup & Nails: 
Pretty punk nails draw attention to the cause: O.P.I. Pink of Hearts Shatter, $8.50, amazon.com
Glow from the inside out: IMAN sheer finish bronzer, $16, imancosmetics.com

Hair: 
A bright, beautiful print for your morning blowdry: Remington zebra print hairdryer, $17, walmart.com

All products give a portion of proceeds or a promised donation to support cancer charities.

BRAZILIAN KERATIN THERAPY FLAT IRON SPRAY

Rich Brazilian cocoa nut oils combined with hydrolyzed keratin protein to seal and protect your hair from thermal heat styling. Protects against heat damage caused by flat irons, curling irons and any other heat tool. Keeps your locks glossy with a healthy-looking glow. An exclusive blend of antioxidant rich organic coconut oil along with rich keratin proteins infuse to strengthen the hair, while organic avocado oils and cocoa butter smooth the cuticle for straight, strong tresses adding a brilliant glow and luminescent shine.

Fall Fashion Trends 2012

 Pants And Jeans To Wear Everyday

Brights. Palazzo. Cosmos. Dalmatian.

The sky is literally the limit for fall's take on trousers or jeans. Whether you're ready to keep wearing your bold coloured pants or will dare to wear animals all over your legs, there's a pant for you.

Personally, we're all about doing the Kate Middleton this fall. That is, pairing our favourite coloured/printed skinnies with a pair of sky high wedges and a nice shirt. 

So, say yes to pants and get ready for fall.

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  How do you feel about this Hollywood Couple?!?

Ever since Courtney Stodden married then-51-year old actor Doug Hutchinson  back when she was only 16-years-old, she's been auditioning for a reality show. The couple finally got what they wanted, appearing in the new season of VH1's "Couples Therapy ."

Right away, there was plenty to explore about the couple. "I call him dad instead of Doug," Courtney said.

Doug responded, "See? This is the thing. I’m raising my wife." A 34-year age difference could make things feel that way, perhaps.

UPDATE: Dr. Jenn Berman, the host of “Couples Therapy” has just reached out to The Post to share her thoughts on the controversial couple:

“When I was told that Courtney and Doug were one of the couples for the show I had many reservations... about Courtney being a teen bride and the huge age difference between the two. I was concerned that Doug might be a predator and was very apprehensive about treating them. My producers made it clear to me that if at any point I felt that I could not treat these two that I could ask them to leave the facility. I admit that I came close a couple of times in the beginning. I told them that I did not want to contribute to the exploitation of a minor and if at any point I felt that I was doing that, they would be asked to leave...”

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Essie 'Breast Cancer Awareness Collection' Nail Polish

One in eight women will battle breast cancer in her lifetime. More than just a staggering statistic, they are mothers, sisters, daughters and friends. Every year, Essie does their part to keep the focus on finding the cure. The Breast Cancer Awareness Collection of pretty pinks is more than hope in a jar, it's money in the bank. With every purchase, a portion of the proceeds goes to battling breast cancer. Whether you wear it in solidarity or give it to someone you love, no effort is wasted. Help get one step closer to the cure.

MAC unveils Marilyn Monroe October Collection

MAC have unveiled their holiday limited edition collection inspired by iconic screen siren Marilyn Monroe for cosmetic fiends to get fired up over.

The Marilyn collection oozes the starlet’s signature sex appeal, with red lipsticks, blushers, false lashes, nail lacquers and shimmering eye shadows – with names like Preferred Blonde, Silver Screen and Showgirl. 

MAC’s Senior VP, James Gager said: “Marilyn’s an icon, plain and simple. Her look not only defined a generation, but also is relevant today.”

CHALK TIME

You'll need:

Soft pastel chalk. We picked this giant set up from a local craft store for about $5!

A small spray bottle filled with water

A flat iron or curling iron

Rubber gloves

A old towel or t-shirt you don't mind getting color on.

Step 1: Spray a 1-inch section of hair with water. You don't need to soak the entire strand, just go as high up as you want the color to be.

Step 2: Color on your hair with one of the pastels. I recommend choosing about threecolors, and putting one at a time in your hair. Start with the lightest shade first, since, as you can see, the color gets all over your gloves and you'll end up with a muddied version of the same hue throughout if you go dark to light.

Step 3: Wait for your hair to air dry. This was the hardest part for me - I was so anxious to see the final look!

Step 4: Using the curling or flat iron, go over each colored strand. This sets the colors in your hair, so it will last longer. Then brush and style however you normally would!

The color stayed in my hair (which is naturally medium blonde)for about a week, while my friend's (who bleaches her hair) washed out the next day. The best part about this technique is that it works for girls with darker hair too, although the color is much more subtle. 

       Did you try hair chalking? Tweet us  a photo, or tell me about it in the comments section!

G.M. Collin Skincare

G.m. collin  ALGOMASK

A hydrating clinical treatment, creating a cooling effect on the skin to revitalize, moisturize, and soothe. Its thermo-cooling effect on the skin makes it a remarkable revitalizing treatment particularly for reducing redness.

ALGOMASK offers instant radiance and long-lasting hydration. The suggested frequency for an intense cure is 3 to 6 treatments, once a week; for maximum results, monthly treatments are suggested.

 Tones the skin by moisturizing, provides instant radiance, and reduces redness

Maintains the level of hydration

Hydrates, soothes, and revitalizes

Breaking Down Beauty

 The Aspirin Mask

One of my all-time favorite is what’s commonly referred to as the “Aspirin Mask”. Costing mere pennies per application, it is a quick, easy, and effective way to keep your skin smooth and acne free.

The ingredient that makes the magic happen is salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps clean out pores and battle acne-causing bacteria.

Step One: There are two main ingredients in the aspirin mask: water, and uncoated or lightly-coated aspirin. I rarely come across uncoated aspirin, so I use a lightly-coated generic brand, and it works great. For your face, all you need are 2-3 tablets.

Step Two: The aspirin tablets will dissolve in water, so you don’t really to put a lot of work into preparation. It’s best to use a small bowl, I happen to do all the mixing in my hand. Just a few drops of water will do.

Step Three: Massage the tablets in your hand until they’re dissolved and form a mushy paste. There isn’t a binding agent, so the paste will be fairly loose and flaky.

Step Four: Apply! Let rest for about five minutes, and then rinse away. The dried mask will be powdery, so be careful! Alternately, you can incorporate aloe vera or honey with the mushed up aspirin to act as healing binding agents.

Step Five: Moisturize and you’re set!

The Aspirin Mask is quick and works – I’ll do the mask a night or two before an big event- its like an at-home mini-peel that makes your skin so smooth and let your foundation glide on. You can do the mask as often as you’d like, as long as it doesn’t overly irritate your skin. Of course, if you’ve never done the mask before it’s best to do a patch test for allergies first on your neck.

Tips on Waxing

How to Get a Perfect Wax

Let it Grow: The hair on legs and bikini area should be a quarter-inch long, if it's fine and a half- inch long if it's coarse. That means you will need to wax every two to four weeks.

Prepare Yourself: If you're waxing anywhere on your face, don't use retinol products or some antibiotics for a week beforehand. The morning of your appointment, exfoliate but skip lotion.

Mange the Pain: Take two Advil an hour before you appointment. If the waxing still hurts, ask the technician to work on smaller areas. Apply hydro-cortisone cream to any bumps.

*TIP*

The Latest Waxing Fashion

There's a move toward a little more coverage: The landing strip can make your hips look bigger and accentuate your tummy bulge.

NAIL IT: FALL 2012'S TOP MANICURE TRENDS

Backstage manicurists threw their support behind classic shades of rich burgundy and midnight blue that picked up on the strong, feminine attitude of the collections. Keep your nails short and square with rounded corners and apply two generous layers of lacquer finished with a glossy top coat for a take-charge effect.

For the nail polish obsessed, the best accessory for fall is lacquer. So what shades generated the most buzz at fashion week? Think deep, dark variations of red and navy offset by cool tones of minimalist white and beige. The bigger moments of drama belonged to pop-art effects and touches of texture (leather nails!) worn in an unexpected way. Click ahead for a look at the stand-out trends, plus check out the bestmakeup and hair trends from the fall runways.

Emma Watson Grows Up.....

       22-year-old actress Emma Watson reveals her sexier side for the October 2012 issue of Glamour US. Famous for her cute pixie cut, Watson says that she now has to grow her hair for the roles. "I have to for roles. But if I had it my way, I would have just kept it short forever. Of course, men like longhair. There’s no two ways about it. The majority of the boys around me were like, 'Why did you do that? That’s such an error.' And I was like, 'Well, honestly, I don’t really care what you think!' I’ve never felt so confident as I did with short hair — I felt really good in my own skin," she says.

Salon Astante Beauty Blog: Miley Hot or Not ?!?

Salon Astante Beauty Blog: Miley Hot or Not ?!?: We applaud Miley’s individuality! Miley Cyrus has been changing up her look so often, it’s hard to keep up! Her cropped...

Miley Hot or Not ?!?

We applaud Miley’s individuality!

Miley Cyrus has been changing up her look so often, it’s hard to keep up! Her cropped edgy blonde cut is the latest change, and it’s quite a departure! A look this sever takes guts to do and pull off, and Miley, 19,  is rocking the look with confidence. A source close to her tells HollywoodLife, “her new look is solely devoted to trying something new, she isn’t doing it for her new album, a film role or just to scare people”

Lips become this season’s beauty focus. 

Bright, bold lip colors are in this summer. The secret is to build a ­natural base so the color stands out and doesn’t look OTT. In the summer you’re going to get hot – you might even sweat or ‘glow’ as we like ­to call it! It can look unsightly. When you’re doing bright summer lips or strong colors for eyes you need to ­keep the rest of your face natural so you don’t look too made-up.

Choose the right color of your lipstick according to your skin tone and ocassion. We propose you different shades; celebrities are already using them!

 This hot pink shade on the lips is not easy to wear but if you are blong and light skinned, you will most likely look great.

Get Sun Kissed this Spring

How to Get the Best Spray Tan

•  Prepare yourself. The morning of your appointment, use a nonoily scrub to exfoliate your skin, particularly the knees and elbows (which tend to absorb more tanner and turn dark), as well as the neck, chest, shins, and face (where the skin is thinner and streaks show up). Coat any scabs or recent scars with Vaseline, and if you use Retin-A (or an over-the-counter retinoid) or take Accutane, talk to your doctor about going off it one week before your appointment. These can affect how the active ingredient, DHA, is absorbed, which can lead to a splotchy tan.

•  Go it alone. Spray-tan booths tend to be less expensive than an application by a technician, but the color won't be as even, and you might not catch any mistakes. If you're using a booth, put a light layer of lotion on the soles of your feet, between your toes and fingers, and on your palms, knees, and elbows; this will ensure a smoother tan. After the tanner has been sprayed on, look for drips or pools and gently blot them—never wipe. To avoid tanning the soles of your feet, stand on a towel in the booth, and when you step out, wipe your feet on another towel.

•  Make it last. It's best not to let your skin get wet for eight hours. Don't exfoliate for at least a week, shave your legs as infrequently as possible, and moisturize from head to toe after you shower.

HAIR and MAKEUP DON'TS

Find out which looks to avoid with help from these hair  disasters.

Don't Choose the Wrong Hair Color

The wrong hair color not only gives you an unflattering skin tone, it also has an impact on your overall look, can age you beyond your years and bring down your makeup and hairstyle. The right hair color should bring your complexion to life, looknatural (or at least flattering), and ensure your hair strands look healthyand shiny. If your current hair color doesn't do that, then find a color that will.

Don't Overdo Your Look

 

Unless you really, really want to be the centre of attention, or it's halloween, we don't recommend copying this hairstyle or makeup look. From the mile high beehive to the harsh blush, over-the-top fake lashes and layers ofeyeliner, this look is everything that you shouldn't do.

 

Look Hot with Summer Highlights

The right color highlights can accentuate eyes, complement skin tone, and impart a sun-kissed luster to dull locks. 


If you are a Hollywood Brunette you  should get a “creamy gold” hue on the ends and a “warm caramel” closer to the face. “You can get away with a lot more blondness on the ends,” says the Stylists of Salon Astante.


In order to have a healthy glow for summer, the color of your highlights should enhance your face, not detract from it. Generally, warm skin tones should be paired with warm hair colors (think auburn, red, copper, and gold) and cool skin tones should be combined with cool hair colors (those in the ash family).On the flipside, cooler complexions that wear overly warm highlights can appear pale and washed-out. 


 Skin with heavy pink undertones, however, should be mixed with auburn or auburn-copper hair over bright, fiery rouge. Another indicator of skin tone: eye color. While blue eyes signify a cool skin tone and hazel eyes are warm, brown eyes can vary. “Brown eyes are generally warm, but a dark brown without any gold flecks can be cool,”Green eyes (either pure green or green with a hint of brown) are flattered by both cool and warm hair colors, according to Salon Astante.


No matter what color you apply to your coif, proper care is necessary to keep it vibrant. “Sunlight, chlorine, and salt water are hard on color-treated hair. To freshen-up on the days in between, mix a conditioner with water and scrub your scalp. Conditioner has cleansing properties too but won’t dry and fade your hair like shampoo will—a volumizing formula will leave hair looking clean and not weighed down.”

Bright Coloured Nails: Hit or Miss?

Neon nails are the it nail polish look for summer.

When wearing brightly colored polish, it's best to keep your nails short or in a "squoval" -- a little square, a little oval. But the shape is best determined by looking at the length of the nail bed, nail plate, and overall condition advises Kyees. "The pointy nail has become super popular. It's growing on me," she says, "and looks great in the neon shades as well!"

1. On long nails, neon can look pretty gross. So it’s better to keep your nails shorter and almond shaped when experimenting with bright shades.
2. The glossy, pearl neons from the 80′s are a bit scary. The new, modern neons are more subtle, matte, and creamy. This is a lighter fresh way to wear neons.
3. To keep your sophistication, don’t over do it. Try neon flats with a plain coloured outfit. Use it sparingly as a highlight or detail.
4. When just starting, avoid yellows if you have fair skin.

Hope these tips give you a great start on experimenting with neons while still looking mature! And avoiding those 80′s flashbacks.. 

Sleepwear: Amazing Rejuvenation Creme

 You’ve heard about the anti-aging benefits of lifting weights – you get stronger bones and muscles, and greater flexibility. The same can be said about your skin – the more you strengthen it, the better it will function. That’s why topical calcium was such a discovery. 




This is amazing creme works all night long to help revitalize firming collagen and elastin, replenish antioxidants, improve moisture retention and strengthen the skin's protective barrier layer. While smoothing the appearance of lines and wrinkles it encourages your skin to look younger.


A much-coveted overnight creme containing a scientific "dream team" complex of topical calcium, time-released retinol, cranberry seed oil and protein peptides.Warm a small amount between your fingertips to activate the key ingredients. Immediately apply to face and neck.


Key Ingredients: CALCIUM PCA: Strengthens, CRANBERRY SEED OIL: Protecting, RETINOL: Smoothes, PROTEIN PEPTIDES: Revitalizes.TOCOPHEROL: Vitamin E