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Vivian

MUA & Esthetician, in her 20's from San Diego, CA

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BEAUTY PROFILE: Dark brown eyes, combination medium to tan skin, darkest brown very long (mid-back) straight hair

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Nail Newness!

Latest Nail Products Spring 2013

As rays of sunlight pierce through the clouds and flowers blossom through the cracks of sidewalks, I’m constantly reminded that spring is on the verizon. In fact, this Wednesday marks the first day of spring, and what better way to celebrate this budding…

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Mane Protection

3 Multi-Purpose Hair Products That Work

There’s no question about it. We, women, do some major damage to our hair. After exposing it to heat, color and a wide array of chemicals, we expect it to be soft, shiny and new. Who are we kidding? It’s time to give some much-needed love back to our…

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Gentle Makeup Removers

Anti-Aging Skincare Products

You’ve heard me say this time and time again, but proper skincare is crucial if you aim to maintain a youthful appearance. Today, we’re going to talk about prevention and my favorite makeup removers. It’s important to use a product that is…

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Wedding Makeup Tutorial

Amanda Seyfriend Makeup at the 2013 Oscars

Let the wedding frenzy begin! Spring marks the launch of wedding season. If you haven’t decided on your beauty look for the big day, may I suggest Amanda Seyfriend’s soft and smokey look at the 2013 Oscars? Not only is it dramatic and colorful, but…

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Flower, Drew Barrymore’s Makeup Line at Wal-Mart

Luxury Makeup at an Affordable Price

Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you could afford those high-end beauty products at the department stores? Well, Drew Barrymore just made it possible for you. Her new line, Flower, is “custom-formulated with the same ingredients used in…

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Top 10 Wedding Hairstyles

Bridal Hairdos for the Modern Bride

Last week, I posted an article for all of my future brides out there, which consisted of a beauty timeline and checklist. I hope that you all found it useful because this week I wanted to continue the “Bridal Beauty Series” with the top ten ways to…

hair

Winter Makeup Tips

Hello there, TAAZ Friends! Today, I wanted to share with you my tips and tricks for applying face makeup during the cold winter months. Many of my clients have come to me for solutions for dry skin, lack of color and their makeup just not looking right. If this sounds…

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The Truth About BB Creams!

With spring around the corner, many of you will be looking for a lighter foundation, possibly in the form of a tinted moisturizer or the “it” cream of the moment known as BB or beauty balm. They originally became popular in Asia as they contained…

skincare

Latest MAC Collection: Archie’s Girls

Spring 2013

Talk about blast from the past! I spent many childhood hours giggling over Archie’s comics and was lured in with the contest over who would win Archie’s love? Girl-next-door blonde Betty or rich-girl brunette Veronica? Due to my own dark roots, I…

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Bridal Beauty Checklist

Bride and Grooming

As my 6-month mark quickly approaches, I’m reminded of several deadlines that I need to complete such as Save the Date cards, book my florist, shop for bridesmaid dresses and so forth. While these are all vital wedding checklist items, it’s also…

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DIY Matte Nail Polish

So a few weeks ago, I posted a question regarding matte nail polish in the Advice section of TAAZ. It pertained to whether I had to buy a new nail varnish or if there was a home recipe for it. Also, thank you again to everyone who posted! So guess what! There IS a way to…

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Top Quick Fix Beauty Products

For some of you who know me, I’ve been obsessing over The Saturdays, a female pop group from the UK. They’ve got amazing style, and frankly put, I love their accents. However, they only have one show per week! So how’s a girl supposed to get…

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Emmy Rossum at the Beautiful Creatures Premieres

Emmy Rossum Re-Invents Herself From City to City

The NYC native showcased a number of jaw-dropping looks throughout the premiere tour of her latest sci-fi flick “Beautiful Creatures”. From 60’s mod to Spanish influence, Emmy demonstrated her ability to be a styling chameleon.…

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Ladies in Red at the 2013 Oscars

Starlets in Scarlet: You Pick the Winner!

In red carpet fashion, many celebrities were inspired to wear this striking crimson shade at this year’s Oscars. In fact, here are the nominees, and it’s up to you, my TAAZ Friends, to pick the winner of this “Scarlet Showdown”.…

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Basics: How to Contour

With Easter arriving early this year, that means spring break is around the corner! So it’s a perfect opportunity to get bronzed and beautiful. However, many of you might have questions with regards to application as well as which bronzers and brushes…

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Best Dressed at the 2013 Oscars

Amy Adams, Jennifer Garner and Naomi Watts

Why do we watch the Oscars? Well for starters, it’s a celebration of art in film, and for most of the population including myself, it’s all about the pre-show. It’s where red carpet looks are born, and signature looks are catalogued into…

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16 New Hairstyles (With or Without Extensions)

In my pursuit for wedding hairstyles, I came across this fabulous video tutorial displaying 16 new hair looks. While some of the styles I had mastered with my own hair, I had never realized the full potential of the style with the use of a hair clip-in. The video…

hair

Turquoise and Gold Stone Nails

Jewelry-Inspired Nail Art

Since nude nails are the much-anticipated spring beauty trend, I’m going to use these last winter months to throw in as much color on my nails as possible. So I was ecstatic when my fellow nail fanatic “pinned” this turquoise and gold stone…

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Quick Beauty Fixes for Allergies

Beauty Solutions for Red Eyes, Puffiness and Dry Skin

With the spring season sprouts new flowers, and unfortunately, this can mean allergies for an unlucky bunch, including myself. Sensitivities such as puffiness and itchiness often leave us with less than desirable results because no one wants to look like a…

skincare

How to Recycle Old Flowers

Give New Life to Wilting Flowers

As your Valentine’s Day bouquet begins to droop, there are ways to preserve it instead of trashing it in the dumpster. Here are some creative ways to enjoy your flowers a little bit longer and give them new life!

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Should I get a pixie?

vbeauty answered...

“I love Michelle Williams' pixie! I think that you have a great face shape for it too :)”

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effective way to get rid of dandruff?

vbeauty answered...

“Sometimes it's caused by a dry scalp. If this is the case, then you need to switch to a moisturizing conditioner.”

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I want to do something different with my hair. Any suggestions

vbeauty answered...

“I could also see you with a side part or side-swept bangs. Pic from Instyle.com”

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What are the best affordable anti-aging products for a 30 yr old?

vbeauty answered...

“I highly recommend that you get a serum. Retinols are a great anti-aging ingredient, but salicylic acid would be great for your oily nose.”

skincare

How do you get MATTE NAILS?

vbeauty answered...

“YES!! A DIY homemade matte nail polish! See video below :) http://www.taaz.com/trends/nails/video/diy-matte-nail-polish/5QXKpzZf0AD7TJ8XLXb8QbrQwW3cKHMY.html”

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How long can you keep a hairbrush?

vbeauty answered...

“Great question! I was wondering the same thing the other day.”

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What are some good facial scrubs?

vbeauty answered...

“I LOVE LOVE LOVE my bareminerals Glow Pads. They heal/prevent breakouts, regulate oil and soften your skin!”

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i really like pink. is it a good color for me?

vbeauty answered...

“I love the pink highlights!”

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Whats The Quickest And Best Way To Get Rid Of Acne?

vbeauty answered...

“I highly recommend a sulfur spot treatment or mask. Also, I've been using bareMinerals Glow Pads for my periodic breakouts. I'll apply whenever I get a breakout for 2 days in a row. By the first day, it's already healing and almost gone.”

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What foundation is good for oily skin?

vbeauty answered...

“You can use oil-free liquid as long as you set with a powder after. However, if you already live in humid/hot weather, I'd say go with a MATTE powder like Bare Minerals matte foundation.”

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What hairstyle would suit me best? Thanks xx

vbeauty answered...

“I agree with Ruby Denise and would love to see you with bangs and long layers!”

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What's your worst beauty habit?

vbeauty answered...

“Not washing my brushes enough, and leaving my makeup out after using it.”

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do you think i can pull off a pixie hair cut?

vbeauty answered...

“You totally could, but if I were you, I'd miss all that beautiful hair! Sorry!”

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Do you throw your make up base on expiration date below?

vbeauty answered...

“It depends on the product. If it's mineral, loose-based, typically you can keep forever (as long as you're not contaminating/sharing too much with others as suggested by Ruby Denise). However, I think it's important to throw things away every now…”

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What sort of makeup should I wear?

vbeauty answered...

“I would suggest using a BB cream in a light shade/cool undertone. Once you apply that, set with a light translucent powder. I would definitely add blush or a touch of color on the lips. Winged eyeliner and mascara would look great on you. Purple eyeshadow will…”

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What shade of red would look best with my skin tone.

vbeauty answered...

“I agree with GoodFaith, and I can also see you in a darker copper version (Kristen Stewart) or lighter strawberry version (maybe better for spring). Pics from werdyo.com and salongeek.com”

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How can you wear colored pants and create a classy

vbeauty answered...

“Love the look of colored pants with a structured blazer or loose button-up top. For an edgier, boho-vibe, wear with a denim shirt and funky platform heels.”

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Am i ugly???

vbeauty answered...

“NO WAY! LOVE YOUR LOOK :)”

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How do you store your beauty products?

vbeauty answered...

“I have an IKEA expedit with drawers for all of my makeup/skincare products, jewelry and personal items. It's AWESOME!”

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What kind of concealer is good with extremely sensitive and dry skin?

vbeauty answered...

“I highly recommend Bare Minerals as well. If you are trying to brighten the under eye area, then I suggest trying out their Stroke of Light brightener/concealer.”

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