e.l.f. Beauty Blogs
Say it isn’t so…the Hills are over! What are we going to watch now? Ok, so maybe it’s not that dramatic but what a run that show had, and the finale, wow was it really ever real? I must say I loved the girls outfit choices, I loved all 3 of their dresses and would love to raid their closets! Was everyone else wondering where was Spencer & Heidi? So what do you think was the Hills 
real or not?
Do you get the occasional zit? Want to get rid of it fast and heal it so there is minimal to no scarring? Well, check out e.l.f.’s latest and greatest product, the Zit Zapper!! Zap zits away with the unique blend of Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Oil, Witch Hazel and Camphor. This special clear formula helps to fight and prevent acne, reduce redness and swelling, minimize pore size and clear skin. Apply directly to blemishes nightly as often as needed!! The roller ball applicator distributes the perfect amount of formula every time for easy use. Check it out today, it’s only $1. Here's what others are saying:
Summer is the perfect time for wearing bronzer for that healthy looking glow. Our Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder adds A touch of sunshine to warm up every complexion with its soft and silky texture for a beautiful and natural glow. Using the e.l.f. professional Blush Brush, lightly brush over powder, tapping off any excess. Apply to cheeks and across bridge of nose and forehead. I also recommend blending around the hairline, under the jaw and neck for a full dimensional and natural looking glow. Blend with Total Face Brush to insure seamless application. The key for perfect application is start with light application and build for desired color and always blend in thoroughly. Here’s what others are saying about this product! love this product!!!!”
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23 year old actress Evan Rachel Wood is Gucci’s new Scent Campaign Girl. ‘I chose Evan Rachel Woos as she has very strong character” said Frida Giannini, Gucci creative director “She’s young, but rising and [an] influential figure. I didn’t want to offer this project to someone overexposed or too well known. Instead I wanted a fresh individual that would coincide with the image of the project.” You can also check Rachel out on HBO’s True Blood series!Are you a plus-size gal who loves fashion and makeup? Well, hurry on in to your local Torrid store because they are accepting in-person applications for America's premier plus-size model search July 16th through July 18th! Torrid is looking to champion one curvy trendsetter to realize and live her dream of becoming a model.
Celebrating curvy girls everywhere, Torrid will be holding Three Days of Fashion, beginning July 16th through the weekend. Each day, Torrid stores across the country will be accepting applications while hosting denim fittings, get-the-look styling and make up tips from e.l.f. cosmetics. Several past finalists have already been signed with top modeling agencies such as Wilhelmina International Inc and Ford Models .
This year, Torrid is enlisting America's help to narrow down the competition by hosting a place on Torrid.com where fans and friends can vote for their favorite contestant. Online voting will begin on August 16th and Torrid's 2010 House of Dreams finalists will be chosen that same month. Finalists will receive a trip to Los Angeles to participate in an exclusive photo shoot with Torrid.com and one winner will be chosen for a trip to New York and meetings with top models and influencers in the industry.
Visit Torrid.com for more information about the 2010 House of Dreams Model Search and the latest in plus-size fashion and denim. Mail-in and online applications will be accepted beginning July 19, 2010 through August 6, 2010.
Check out the latest Photo Shoot e.l.f. did with Stylecaster.com called "Summer Fashion Trend-Feeling For Vintage". e.l.f. was the official makeup used on set for the shoot. Who said professional makeup can't be affordable! Get the look with e.l.f.'s Studio Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder, Lip Stain in First Date, HD Powder, Eyebrow Kit, and Mineral Infused Mascara.
Have you ever had an embarrassing public moment? Well, even celebrities have them! On June 23rd Lady GaGa ate it at Heathrow Airport. I don’t know how she was even able to walk with her skyscraper high platforms, I would have fallen like a hundred times. I guess beauty is pain? What do you think, are you for comfort or making a fashion statement?
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Everbody wants to look flawless, mask fine lines and have a radiant complexion right? Well, the Studio High Definition Powder does just that! The microfine particles are designed to be used with high-definition camera technology or for everyday wear. Apply the powder all over the face for a professional and youthful look of perfection. Can be worn alone or over makeup. Here's what others are saying about the HD Powder:
ChoirGirl from UT said" I use this powder to set my makeup. Works great over my foundation and blush to leave a satin finish that lasts all day. I have very sensitive skin and have had no problems with it."
Tiff999 from Indiana said"I've always used a good setting powder on myself and my clients, however with the advent of high definition photography, I've had to re-up my collection to include hi-def makeup. I tried this in a pinch instead of the Mac HD Powder I normally use and was so happy with the results that I purchased my own. I've been using it for a couple of weeks, on a daily basis, and it is by far the best HD powder out there especially when you take into consideration how much this powder costs compared to others that work just the same. Great buy!"
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This summer is all about a clean fresh face. Plus, who wants to walk around all caked up in this heat? Here are my 5 tips for a smooth and healthy complexion:.jpg)
July 4th means that Summer is truly here and it’s hotter than ever! This summer is filled with concerts and festivals that’ll rock. For all of your country music fans, the talented and beautiful Whitney Duncan kicks off her summer tour on July 8th in Fort Loramie, Ohio. She started singing at the little age of six, playing shows by 13, and learned the guitar at 19. Aside from singing and performing, Whitney loves softball, snowboarding and reading. She is also a makeup enthusiast and will be wearing e.l.f. cosmetics for her summer 2010 tour. Her CD “Right Road Now” includes the singles “Skinny Dippin” and “Bed that You Made”. For all you country music fans definitely check out Whitney’s summer schedule below:
7/08: Ft. Loramie, OH
7/09: Mandan, ND
7/10: Pollock, SD
7/20: Minneapolis, MN
7/31: Guthrie Center, IA
8/13: Gleason, WI
8/14: Des Moines, IA
8/19: Union City, TN
8/27: State Line, ID
8/28: Box Elder, MT
9/11: Clifton, TN
10/20: Franklinton, LA
What shows or festivals will you be attending this summer?
E.l.f’s "Submit Your Look" contest encouraged customers to hone their inner makeup artist and upload a photo of their favorite e.l.f. makeup look for the chance to win a $500 cash prize. Each submitted look was voted on by fellow customers and peers through eyeslipsface.com, facebook and twitter and it ran from May 27th through June 14th. The winning look received 3,117 of the 18,864 votes. The "winning look" is “Pure Elegance” by Alisha Q. Haden-Anderson. We are excited to feature this gorgeous look on the e.l.f. website for 6 months. And better yet….On the day of the 2 millionth order this makeup set will be awarded to the first 100 customers who shop on the site! Yippee!
We all want to glow like J.Lo and the Gisele but with skin cancer awareness on the rise, sales of self tanning products have sky rocketed. Companies like L’Oreal, Clarin’s, Jergens, and Neutrogena have all jumped on the bandwagon. The problem is finding the product that finishes smoothly without streaks, lasts longer than a day, and is virtually odorless. “Am I orange? Did I get that spot in the middle of my back? When can I get dressed already?” We’ve all been there.
Everybody wants flawless skin, well it's easy when you have the right concealer! With the e.l.f. Corrective Conealer, you have 4 shades that work together to hide imperfections like acne or under-eye circles. Just use the nude and beige shades to conealer problematic areas and use the green shade to neutralize redness (acne) and the lilac shade to brighten yellow tones (under-eye). Here's what others are saying about this item.
Lovee from U.S. says "i love this concealer it is very creamy and covers well. i went throu 2 of these already and i feel like i will keep ordering. i recommend this to everybody!"
Beauty from N.Y. says "at first i was not too sure of this product but once it came in the mail it was so perfect.! there is a use for every color,its creamy and easy to apply, and its not at all cakey! i recommend this product to everyone!!"
It’s so hard to let go of the to-do list and spend a few hours really relaxing. There’s always something you “should” be doing—catching up on laundry, planning next week’s meals, etc.
But if you recognize the significant payoff that relaxing provides, perhaps you’d do it more often. The truth is, the problem-solving part of your brain functions best during unstructured time. So when you're engaged in "mindless" activities like taking a nature walk you’ll often come up with the very solutions you need.
You’ll be healthier, too. When you’re constantly busy your body is stuck in high gear, leading to high blood pressure, heart disease and a suppressed immune system. Doesn’t it always seem like you catch a cold after a particularly stressful week?
And your children feel your energy - positive or negative. By allowing yourself to relax, your whole family will relax and enjoy the weekend together.
Here are some ideas for relaxing and renewing your energy:
• Take a long bath. Light some candles and spend some time in quiet reflection.
• Go for a walk. It’s rejuvenating physically, mentally, even spiritually.
• Enjoy the silence. Turn everything off-your phone, radio, TV-and enjoy the peace.
• Treat yourself. Indulge in simple pleasures-a pedicure, massage or reading at your favorite bookstore.
The bottom line is that you need to find a way to rejuvenate yourself each weekend so you’ll be ready to face the new week.
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Check out the latest Photo Shoot e.l.f. did with Stylecaster.com called "Summer Fashion Trend-Clean up with Preppy Pastels". e.l.f. was the official makeup used on set for the shoot. Who said professional makeup can't be affordable! Get the look with e.l.f.'s Hollywood Lashes, Studio Blush in Pink Passion, HD Powder, and Mineral Lip Gloss in Pageant Princess.
Do you know that you could be washing yourself with mold and bacteria? It’s important to switch out your loofah every 3-4 weeks to prevent bacteria and mold growth which can cause rashes like folliculitis which is an infection of the hair follicles (you should toss a synthetic mesh bath pouf, which is more resistant to bacteria, after eight weeks). To keep your bath sponge lasting longer make sure to ring out the sponge of any excess water and hang in a ventilated area, you can also soak the sponge in bleach regularly to kill bacteria. By regularly cleaning and replacing your bath sponge you can keep germs from spreading in your bathroom and on your body! 
Natalie Portman is the new face for Parfums Christian Dior to represent the fragrance and cosmetic brand. She joins fellow celebrities like Sharon Stone, Charlize Theron, Jude Law and more as celebrity endorsers. Dior felt Portman was an actress with strong appeal among both fashion and film. Starring in over 25 films, Portman has definitely made a name for herself! What celebrity would you choose for the face of e.l.f.?
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Heidi Montag filed for separation from Spencer Pratt on June 8, 2010. TMZ reports:
“Heidi did not file divorce papers. The legal significance of legal separation is that her earnings will become her separate property from the date of separation. Heidi lists the date of separation as today, June 8. Interesting ... under the section, "community assets and debts," Heidi wrote, "No such assets or debts." It's unclear if Heidi and Spencer have a prenup which keeps their assets separate, or if they're broke.”
What do you think, was their marriage a publicity stunt from the start?
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Your skin can give away your secret on how old you are. That’s why exfoliating is so important! Exfoliating helps to remove dead skin from the body’s surface to reveal a new layer of skin underneath that’s softer and smoother. Exfoliating also helps to keep the pores clean to reduce ingrown hairs and breakouts. A natural and free way to exfoliate is with sand at the beach. So the next time you’re sitting seaside, rub a little sand over your legs, arms and feet for a fast fix for your skin!