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(18650, 1, '2011-10-25 03:24:23', '2011-10-25 03:24:23', 'I love beauty (obviously). And I love to read (I''m a total book nerd). So, you won''t need much explanation when I say that I get super-psyched about beauty books.\r\n\r\nYep, even though beauty blogs—like this one you''re reading right here!—are amazing at providing instant intel on the latest and greatest, there''s something about the tactile experience of sitting down and cracking open a book that makes me feel all warm ''n fuzzy. I love knowing they''re there and that I can flip through their pages at any time for help. (See? Nerd.)\r\n\r\nFrom makeup how-to''s to face mask recipes to which vitamins to take for glowing skin, I''ve found it all in my growing collection. If you happen to be literary keener like me—or if you''re just looking for some new tips—here are five of my favourite reads.  <!--more-->\r\n<h2>Beauty: Pure + Simple by Kristen Ma</h2>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/BeautyPureSimple.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19378" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/BeautyPureSimple.jpg" alt="Beauty: Pure and Simple" width="500" height="500" /></a></strong></p>\r\nThis book is amaze. The author is <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/kristen-ma/">Kristen Ma</a>, co-owner of the Toronto spa chain Pure + Simple (which also sells fantastic natural products like <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/07/28/reader-question-how-do-i-stop-my-sunscreen-or-any-other-skin-product-from-balling-up-and-pilling-on-my-face/">this sunscreen</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/02/reader-question-if-im-supposed-to-re-apply-sunscreen-every-two-hours-eeks-how-do-i-dewit-without-mucking-up-my-makeup/">this mineral powder</a>). Michelle also profiled Kristen <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/05/05/babe-in-the-biz-pure-simples-kristen-ma/">here</a>. In this book, she gives us tons of useful information about Ayurveda, a 5,000-year-old Indian system of traditional medicine, and how it relates to our health and beauty. She once suffered from acne and only until she started learning about holistic treatments and addressing the underlying causes of her symptoms did she experience relief. If you want the goods on natural beauty care, this is your book!\r\n\r\n<strong>Buy it now</strong>: <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Beauty-Pure-Simple-Kristen-Ma/dp/1552788385?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1318598839&amp;sr=1-1&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=beautyeca-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=15121&amp;creative=330641" target="_blank">$18.77 at Amazon.ca</a>\r\n<h2>Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual: For Everyone from Beginner to Pro by Bobbi Brown</h2>\r\n<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Bobbi-Brown-Makeup-Manual.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19376" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Bobbi-Brown-Makeup-Manual.jpg" alt="Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual" width="340" height="400" /></a></strong>\r\n\r\nI heart <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/bobbi-brown/">Bobbi Brown</a>, and this beautiful book is one of my faves because it separates info into "Basics" and "Artistry" (<em>très </em>helpful for novices like <em>moi</em>). The Basics section covers loads of info, from tools, skincare and lip tips to a 10-step guide to achieving perfect makeup. There''s also an amazing skincare glossary and a section on how to choose the right foundation and blush (<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/11/22/no-offense-but-youre-probably-making-one-of-these-7-mistakes-with-your-foundation/">Eagle offenders</a> may want to pay special attention).\r\n\r\n<strong>Buy it now</strong>: <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Bobbi-Brown-Makeup-Manual-Everyone/dp/0446581356?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1318599128&amp;sr=8-2&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=beautyeca-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=15121&amp;creative=330641" target="_blank">$16.05 at Amazon.ca</a>\r\n<h2>Organic Body Care Recipes: 175 Homemade Herbal Formulas for Glowing Skin &amp; a Vibrant Self by Stephanie Tourles</h2>\r\n<strong class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19416"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Organic-Body-Care-Recipes.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19416" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Organic-Body-Care-Recipes.jpg" alt="Organic Body Care Recipes" width="320" height="341" /></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/stephanie-tourles/">Stephanie Tourles</a> is a licensed esthetician, herbalist and aromatherapist, and I''m totally obsessed with all of her fab natural recipes. Cleansers, toners, serums, body oils, bath soaks and scrubs—this book''s got it all. I received it as a Christmas present a few years ago, and since then have gone nuts whipping up my own body butters and hair rinses (and you know I love me some <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/08/23/ever-made-your-own-face-mask-whip-up-these-budget-friendly-beauty-treatments-to-get-glowing-the-natural-way-no-birkenstocks-required/">DIY face masks</a>).\r\n\r\n<strong>Buy it now</strong>: <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Organic-Body-Care-Recipes-Homemade/dp/1580176763?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1318599315&amp;sr=1-1&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=beautyeca-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=15121&amp;creative=330641" target="_blank">$16.57 at Amazon.ca</a>\r\n<h2>Best in Beauty: An Ultimate Guide to Makeup and Skincare Techniques, Tools and Products by Riku Campo</h2>\r\n<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Best-in-Beauty.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19396" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Best-in-Beauty.jpg" alt="Best in Beauty" width="375" height="500" /></a></strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nThis book came out last summer and I simply couldn''t resist it. The cover drew me in and the gorgeous layout and photography inside got me hooked. <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/riku-campo/">Riku Campo</a> is an international makeup artist and hairstylist and divulges all the best makeup, techniques and tools—plus, he shares a fab hangover cure to keep you looking fresh the morning after (not that you or I would ever need such a thing).\r\n\r\n<strong>Buy it now</strong>: <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Best-Beauty-Ultimate-Skincare-Techniques/dp/1439148252?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1318605870&amp;sr=8-2&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=beautyeca-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=15121&amp;creative=330641" target="_blank">$21.41 at Amazon.ca</a>\r\n<h2>Eat, Drink and Be Gorgeous: A Nutritionist''s Guide to Living Well While Living it Up by Esther Blum</h2>\r\n<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Eat-Dink-and-Be-Gorgeous.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19397" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Eat-Dink-and-Be-Gorgeous.jpg" alt="Eat, Drink, and Be Gorgeous" width="460" height="460" /></a></strong>\r\n\r\nOMG. Who doesn''t want to "live well while living it up?!" I have so many bookmarks and dog-eared pages in this book, from sections on "eating gorgeous" to "drinking gorgeous" (for example, instead of a Cosmo, try a Pomegranate martini). There are also chapters devoted to banishing PMS and low energy, including an awesome Q&amp;A section. This little book is indispensable!\r\n\r\n<strong>Buy it now</strong>: <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Eat-Drink-Be-Gorgeous-Nutritionists/dp/0811855406?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1318606065&amp;sr=1-1&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=beautyeca-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=15121&amp;creative=330641" target="_blank">$15.64 at Amazon.ca</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>Elizabeth Oborne is a Vancouver-based writer and holistic nutritionist. 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(18663, 1, '2011-10-20 19:09:04', '2011-10-20 19:09:04', 'So I just returned from a quick trip to New York City—and while <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/06/24/what-a-beauty-editor-packs-when-all-her-products-need-to-fit-into-carry-on-luggage/">it''s tough for a beauty editor to whittle down her toiletries into a quart-sized plastic bag on a good day</a>, this time was particularly heart-wrenching. Why? Because I''m testing a new skincare range right now that I am Totally.Obsessed.With. And I just didn''t have the space to lug all seven bottles (!) with me.\r\n\r\nThe fact that I''ve dedicated myself to following a regimen is a pretty big deal, because as you know, I love to dabble. Facialists are always frustrated with me whenever they ask what I use on my skin, because I can''t even tell them. It changes on a daily basis according to what''s arrived on my desk, what I discover at the back of my medicine cabinet and frankly, what I feel like giving to my skin, whether it''s a lightweight hydrating gel or a moisture-rich leave-on night mask.\r\n\r\nThe only thing that will keep my ADD brain attached to a regimen is results. And so today I''m going to tell you about not one but two lines that—no lie!—really deliver. But first, a word about whether you actually NEED to use skincare products from the same brand, or if that''s just marketing BS... <!--more-->\r\n<h2>Do your skincare products have to be from the same brand?</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/medicine-cabinet.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-14121" title="medicine cabinet" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/medicine-cabinet.jpg" alt="medicine cabinet" width="500" height="667" /></a>\r\n\r\nI get asked this question a lot, and the answer is that it depends. Sure, it''s nice to have all matching jars to display in your bathroom if you''re borderline obsessive-compulsive about such things like I am. And it''s obviously a good thing for people who are new to skincare and/or just want a routine that they can follow-on auto-pilot. But for the true skincare junkie (and we''re a growing group, thanks to the ability to research this shiz on the Interwebs), the sales pitch about using everything from a single line is met with mucho skepticism. Aren''t they just trying to upsell us more prodz than we wanted to buy?\r\n\r\nWell, yes and no. It''s really no big deal to mix and match your stuff if you''re talking about very basic cleansers and moisturizers that are meant to hydrate the skin and not much else. But once you start to add active ingredients, it''s a whole different story. Using certain actives at the same time can diminish their effectiveness and can even cause irritation. The main problem ingredients are <strong>hydroxy acids (glycolic, salicylic, lactic...)</strong> and<strong> retinoids (retinol, Retin-A and other vitamin A derivatives)</strong>. You''re not supposed to use them at the same time, even though exfoliating before you apply an active ingredient is generally a good idea, since it improves penetration. It can be difficult to avoid overlap, too, because these days pretty much every skincare item you can buy—moisturizers, serums, toners and even cleansers—has built-in actives. Then there is the whole sun question. Obviously, you need to be applying sun protection anyway, but certain prodz with antioxidants can break down in sunlight if you apply them in the morning, and retinoids are best applied at night since they can make your skin more sun-sensitive.\r\n\r\nGah! It''s all so confusing, right? The best advice I can give is to either use a single skincare line OR carefully check the labels on your products to make sure you''re only using<strong> one active at a time</strong>. If you''re not sure, try and wait as long as you can before layering products to let the first layer absorb (ideally 10 minutes or more). Or try and check with your derm, if you can. (I''ve often said that there is a HUGE need for some kind of intermediary skincare consultant who could make home visits to evaluate our products and tell us what to use and when, and what to toss. Come to think of it, that''d be a great idea for makeup, too.)\r\n\r\nAnyway, since I am, for maybe the first time in my life, on board with the idea of having a daily regimen, let me tell you about what I''ve been loving lately.\r\n<h2>My current obsession: Miracle10</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Miracle10.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19433" title="Miracle10" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Miracle10.jpg" alt="Miracle10" width="408" height="306" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis line was developed by Canadian plastic surgeon Frank Lista, who has been treating his patients with it since 2005. I know this is going to sound crazy but—for my skin it really has been kind of miraculous.\r\n\r\nAbout a month ago, the Toronto beauty crowd were invited to the Miracle10 "boutique" (at Dr. Lista''s plastic surgery centre in Yorkville) and we each had our skin diagnosed before being set up with the appropriate products. You see, what I like about this line is that it''s not a one-size-fits-all deal. They''ve come up with three main groups of skin types, and then within each of those there are two sub-groups—so there are six possible product combinations. Type No. 1 is for normal and maturing skin, Type No. 2 is for acne-prone and oily skin and Type No. 3 is for delicate and dry skin. I was set up with the delicate routine—for "lighter, fairer skin types that are often sensitive to the sun, chemicals, fragrances, dyes, foods, rough fabrics, etc." and "may react with redness, burning and itching to active ingredients." The products claim to not only bring clarity and radiance but actually NORMALIZE the skin so that you can eventually move up to more intensive treatments.\r\n\r\nNow, anyone who reads here knows that <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/09/02/the-single-best-product-evah-for-your-skin-is-not-in-fact-an-actual-skincare-product/">I swear by cod liver oil for anything skin-related</a> and that it has been absolutely magical for eradicating breakouts and giving my complexion a glow. But despite that, I would still get the odd stress- or period-related pimple and a few of those annoying little milia spots on my cheeks and forehead. Since I started on Miracle10—and I am not kidding—I have not had a single spot and I think those milia might be gradually diminishing.\r\n\r\nI was chatting about the brand with some fellow beauty eds in NYC, and one mentioned that it was good "but nothing ground-breaking." This may be true—the workhouse is, I believe, the AHA cream that you use nightly and not some new-fangled peptide—but I don''t care. For me, it''s working. My routine consists of a cleanser, toner and eye cream, and then I use slightly different treatment products on top of that. In the morning, it''s just a lightweight serum—which is FABULOUS because I always find prodz geared toward sensitive skin to be too greasy—and then at night I mix an antioxidant vitamin C powder with the AHA cream before putting a very light, hyaluronic-based night cream on top. I was surprised by how much you can really feel the lactic acid-based AHA cream tingle, so if you like to know your products are working, this will be terrifically satisfying for you. But if you''re super-duper sensitive, it could be too much for you...\r\n\r\nAnother downside is that there''s no sunscreen in this range, so you''ll need to wear makeup that includes it on top, and stay out of direct sunlight in general. (If you are going to be outside for long periods, I''d definitely top up with <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/15/should-you-use-a-mineral-sunscreen-heres-why-you-might-consider-it%e2%80%94and-7-beauty-editor-approved-prodz-to-choose-from/">one of these.</a>) You can find out more about Miracle10 at miracle10.com. They sell the products online and at the Toronto boutique, and I''m told we''ll soon see them at a major Canadian retailer too.\r\n<h2>Also impressive: SkinCeuticals</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/SkinCeuticals.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19435" title="SkinCeuticals" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/SkinCeuticals.jpg" alt="SkinCeuticals" width="452" height="200" /></a>\r\n\r\nI''m a longtime SkinCeuticals fan, actually, and you''ll know this because I''ve already raved about their amazing antioxidant serums <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/08/02/oh-look%E2%80%94its-a-list-of-the-beauty-products-gwyneth-paltrow-really-uses-and-she-has-great-taste-natch/">here</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/04/08/video-my-top-5-beauty-editors-picks-of-the-week-new-nail-polish-body-oil-for-chocoholics-and-the-best-serum-in-the-biz/">here</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/29/just-when-you-thought-sunscreen-was-enough-you-actually-need-this-too%e2%80%94and-seriously-in-10-years-your-skin-will-thank-you/">here</a>. But in an effort to get beauty editors to really know the brand, this summer they invited us for skincare consults, just like the Miracle10 people. Now, I''ve gotta say—this consultation was a little more traumatic. I had to stick my face in a black light box to show the woman how much sun damage I accumulated from my years of living in Australia. I learned that I''m basically covered in freckles and it''s only a matter of time before they take over. Sob. But it''s not surprising that this bothered her, because if I had to generalize, I''d say that SkinCeuticals'' main area of expertise is in wrinkle and pigmentation issues. Both preventing them (with antioxidants) and now treating them (they have two different retinols and a new product called Pigment Regulator).\r\n\r\nDerms definitely love the stuff, although compared to Miracle10, they''re a little less regimented about the prodz they set you up with. There are a couple of cleansers to choose from (regular or gentle) and three different serums—I''m a candidate for Phloretin CF, which is lighter than CE Ferulic and is the one I talked about in <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/04/08/video-my-top-5-beauty-editors-picks-of-the-week-new-nail-polish-body-oil-for-chocoholics-and-the-best-serum-in-the-biz/">this vid</a>. But as far as treatment products go, the SkinCeuticals expert was not only bothered by my freckly bits but also the aforementioned milia—and told me that I needed to get the latter under control before I could treat the former. I guess that makes sense, so I was instructed to use the Clarifying Clay Masque a few times a week, a retinol at night and then just the hyaluronic acid-based Hydrating B5 Gel as my moisturizer. In the mornings, I used their sunscreen, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/15/should-you-use-a-mineral-sunscreen-heres-why-you-might-consider-it%e2%80%94and-7-beauty-editor-approved-prodz-to-choose-from/">which I praised here</a>, on top.\r\n\r\nI followed this routine for a few weeks in the summer before I ran out (since I was just using sample sizes) and then Miracle10 came along and I switched. Did I get better results with Miracle10? Honestly, yes—and that''s because I think my skin needed the extra exfoliating powers of the daily AHA cream to "normalize" it, prevent breakouts and milia. For me, wrinkles and pigmentation just aren''t as pressing concerns as these things. (To be fair, my SkinCeuticals "diagnosis" didn''t include anything for exfoliation, so I have to wonder if I''d have different results by adding their Retexturizing Activator into the routine. I''ll definitely look into that once my Miracle10 prodz run out.)\r\n\r\nBut don''t get me wrong—I still think SkinCeuticals is an incredible skincare line; it''s just that it seems more geared to people who want to treat and prevent the signs of aging (and with the latest, most advanced ingredient combinations). Also, while I love the dramatic texture changes I''m experiencing with Miracle10, the lack of a sunscreen in that line is a bit problematic, so I''d feel more comfortable using <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/29/just-when-you-thought-sunscreen-was-enough-you-actually-need-this-too%e2%80%94and-seriously-in-10-years-your-skin-will-thank-you/">SkinCeuticals'' antioxidant and sunscreen combination</a> in warmer weather, if I was outside a lot or if sun damage was my number one concern.\r\n\r\nYou can find a SkinCeuticals retailer in your area by visiting <a href="http://www.skinceuticals.com/_us/_en/myskinceutical/locate_professional_ca.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>.\r\n\r\nSo—in a nutshell? Both great lines, both worth checking out. Which one you choose all depends on what bothers you most with your skin. I''m just going to be a good girl and resist my usual urge to mix and match these two lines together—ha!\r\n\r\nTell me:\r\n\r\nDo you use skincare products all from one brand, or do you mix it up?\r\nHave you tried anything from Miracle10 or SkinCeuticals and if so, what did you think?\r\nWhat''s YOUR skincare regimen?', 'Do your skincare products have to be from the same brand? Maybe—and here are two lines that I''m mightily impressed by', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '18533-revision-4', '', '', '2011-10-20 19:09:04', '2011-10-20 19:09:04', '', 18533, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2011/10/18533-revision-4/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
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(18664, 1, '2011-10-25 13:40:51', '2011-10-25 13:40:51', 'So I just returned from a quick trip to New York City—and while <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/06/24/what-a-beauty-editor-packs-when-all-her-products-need-to-fit-into-carry-on-luggage/">it''s tough for a beauty editor to whittle down her toiletries into a quart-sized plastic bag on a good day</a>, this time was particularly heart-wrenching. Why? Because I''m testing a new skincare range right now that I am Totally.Obsessed.With. And I just didn''t have the space to lug all seven bottles (!) with me.\r\n\r\nThe fact that I''ve dedicated myself to following a regimen is a pretty big deal, because as you know, I love to dabble. Facialists are always frustrated with me whenever they ask what I use on my skin, because I can''t even tell them. It changes on a daily basis according to what''s arrived on my desk, what I discover at the back of my medicine cabinet and frankly, what I feel like giving to my skin, whether it''s a lightweight hydrating gel or a moisture-rich leave-on night mask.\r\n\r\nThe only thing that will keep my ADD brain attached to a regimen is results. And so today I''m going to tell you about not one but two lines that—no lie!—really deliver. But first, a word about whether you actually NEED to use skincare products from the same brand, or if that''s just marketing BS... <!--more-->\r\n<h2>Do your skincare products have to be from the same brand?</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/medicine-cabinet.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-14121" title="medicine cabinet" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/medicine-cabinet.jpg" alt="medicine cabinet" width="500" height="667" /></a>\r\n\r\nI get asked this question a lot, and the answer is that it depends. Sure, it''s nice to have all matching jars to display in your bathroom if you''re borderline obsessive-compulsive about such things like I am. And it''s obviously a good thing for people who are new to skincare and/or just want a routine that they can follow-on auto-pilot. But for the true skincare junkie (and we''re a growing group, thanks to the ability to research this shiz on the Interwebs), the sales pitch about using everything from a single line is met with mucho skepticism. Aren''t they just trying to upsell us more prodz than we wanted to buy?\r\n\r\nWell, yes and no. It''s really no big deal to mix and match your stuff if you''re talking about very basic cleansers and moisturizers that are meant to hydrate the skin and not much else. But once you start to add active ingredients, it''s a whole different story. Using certain actives at the same time can diminish their effectiveness and can even cause irritation. The main problem ingredients are <strong>hydroxy acids (glycolic, salicylic, lactic...)</strong> and<strong> retinoids (retinol, Retin-A and other vitamin A derivatives)</strong>. You''re not supposed to use them at the same time, even though exfoliating before you apply an active ingredient is generally a good idea, since it improves penetration. It can be difficult to avoid overlap, too, because these days pretty much every skincare item you can buy—moisturizers, serums, toners and even cleansers—has built-in actives. Then there is the whole sun question. Obviously, you need to be applying sun protection anyway, but certain prodz with antioxidants can break down in sunlight if you apply them in the morning, and retinoids are best applied at night since they can make your skin more sun-sensitive.\r\n\r\nGah! It''s all so confusing, right? The best advice I can give is to either use a single skincare line OR carefully check the labels on your products to make sure you''re only using<strong> one active at a time</strong>. If you''re not sure, try and wait as long as you can before layering products to let the first layer absorb (ideally 10 minutes or more). Or try and check with your derm, if you can. (I''ve often said that there is a HUGE need for some kind of intermediary skincare consultant who could make home visits to evaluate our products and tell us what to use and when, and what to toss. Come to think of it, that''d be a great idea for makeup, too.)\r\n\r\nAnyway, since I am, for maybe the first time in my life, on board with the idea of having a daily regimen, let me tell you about what I''ve been loving lately.\r\n<h2>My current obsession: Miracle10</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Miracle10.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19433" title="Miracle10" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Miracle10.jpg" alt="Miracle10" width="408" height="306" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis line was developed by Canadian plastic surgeon Frank Lista, who has been treating his patients with it since 2005. I know this is going to sound crazy but—for my skin it really has been kind of miraculous.\r\n\r\nAbout a month ago, the Toronto beauty crowd were invited to the Miracle10 "boutique" (at Dr. Lista''s plastic surgery centre in Yorkville) and we each had our skin diagnosed before being set up with the appropriate products. You see, what I like about this line is that it''s not a one-size-fits-all deal. They''ve come up with three main groups of skin types, and then within each of those there are two sub-groups—so there are six possible product combinations. Type No. 1 is for normal and maturing skin, Type No. 2 is for acne-prone and oily skin and Type No. 3 is for delicate and dry skin. I was set up with the delicate routine—for "lighter, fairer skin types that are often sensitive to the sun, chemicals, fragrances, dyes, foods, rough fabrics, etc." and "may react with redness, burning and itching to active ingredients." The products claim to not only bring clarity and radiance but actually NORMALIZE the skin so that you can eventually move up to more intensive treatments.\r\n\r\nNow, anyone who reads here knows that <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/09/02/the-single-best-product-evah-for-your-skin-is-not-in-fact-an-actual-skincare-product/">I swear by cod liver oil for anything skin-related</a> and that it has been absolutely magical for eradicating breakouts and giving my complexion a glow. But despite that, I would still get the odd stress- or period-related pimple and a few of those annoying little milia spots on my cheeks and forehead. Since I started on Miracle10—and I am not kidding—I have not had a single spot and I think those milia might be gradually diminishing.\r\n\r\nI was chatting about the brand with some fellow beauty eds in NYC, and one mentioned that it was good "but nothing ground-breaking." This may be true—the workhouse is, I believe, the AHA cream that you use nightly and not some new-fangled peptide—but I don''t care. For me, it''s working. My routine consists of a cleanser, toner and eye cream, and then I use slightly different treatment products on top of that. In the morning, it''s just a lightweight serum—which is FABULOUS because I always find prodz geared toward sensitive skin to be too greasy—and then at night I mix an antioxidant vitamin C powder with the AHA cream before putting a very light, hyaluronic-based night cream on top. I was surprised by how much you can really feel the lactic acid-based AHA cream tingle, so if you like to know your products are working, this will be terrifically satisfying for you. But if you''re super-duper sensitive, it could be too much for you...\r\n\r\nAnother downside is that there''s no sunscreen in this range, so you''ll need to wear makeup that includes it on top, and stay out of direct sunlight in general. (If you are going to be outside for long periods, I''d definitely top up with <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/15/should-you-use-a-mineral-sunscreen-heres-why-you-might-consider-it%e2%80%94and-7-beauty-editor-approved-prodz-to-choose-from/">one of these.</a>) You can find out more about Miracle10 at miracle10.com. They sell the products online and at the Toronto boutique, and I''m told we''ll soon see them at a major Canadian retailer too.\r\n<h2>Also impressive: SkinCeuticals</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/SkinCeuticals.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19435" title="SkinCeuticals" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/SkinCeuticals.jpg" alt="SkinCeuticals" width="452" height="200" /></a>\r\n\r\nI''m a longtime SkinCeuticals fan, actually, and you''ll know this because I''ve already raved about their amazing antioxidant serums <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/08/02/oh-look%E2%80%94its-a-list-of-the-beauty-products-gwyneth-paltrow-really-uses-and-she-has-great-taste-natch/">here</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/04/08/video-my-top-5-beauty-editors-picks-of-the-week-new-nail-polish-body-oil-for-chocoholics-and-the-best-serum-in-the-biz/">here</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/29/just-when-you-thought-sunscreen-was-enough-you-actually-need-this-too%e2%80%94and-seriously-in-10-years-your-skin-will-thank-you/">here</a>. But in an effort to get beauty editors to really know the brand, this summer they invited us for skincare consults, just like the Miracle10 people. Now, I''ve gotta say—this consultation was a little more traumatic. I had to stick my face in a black light box to show the woman how much sun damage I accumulated from my years of living in Australia. I learned that I''m basically covered in freckles and it''s only a matter of time before they take over. Sob. But it''s not surprising that this bothered her, because if I had to generalize, I''d say that SkinCeuticals'' main area of expertise is in wrinkle and pigmentation issues. Both preventing them (with antioxidants) and now treating them (they have two different retinols and a new product called Pigment Regulator).\r\n\r\nDerms definitely love the stuff, although compared to Miracle10, they''re a little less regimented about the prodz they set you up with. There are a couple of cleansers to choose from (regular or gentle) and three different serums—I''m a candidate for Phloretin CF, which is lighter than CE Ferulic and is the one I talked about in <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/04/08/video-my-top-5-beauty-editors-picks-of-the-week-new-nail-polish-body-oil-for-chocoholics-and-the-best-serum-in-the-biz/">this vid</a>. But as far as treatment products go, the SkinCeuticals expert was not only bothered by my freckly bits but also the aforementioned milia—and told me that I needed to get the latter under control before I could treat the former. I guess that makes sense, so I was instructed to use the Clarifying Clay Masque a few times a week, a retinol at night and then just the hyaluronic acid-based Hydrating B5 Gel as my moisturizer. In the mornings, I used their sunscreen, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/15/should-you-use-a-mineral-sunscreen-heres-why-you-might-consider-it%e2%80%94and-7-beauty-editor-approved-prodz-to-choose-from/">which I praised here</a>, on top.\r\n\r\nI followed this routine for a few weeks in the summer before I ran out (since I was just using sample sizes) and then Miracle10 came along and I switched. Did I get better results with Miracle10? Honestly, yes—and that''s because I think my skin needed the extra exfoliating powers of the daily AHA cream to "normalize" it, prevent breakouts and milia. For me, wrinkles and pigmentation just aren''t as pressing concerns as these things. (To be fair, my SkinCeuticals "diagnosis" didn''t include anything for exfoliation, so I have to wonder if I''d have different results by adding their Retexturizing Activator into the routine. I''ll definitely look into that once my Miracle10 prodz run out.)\r\n\r\nBut don''t get me wrong—I still think SkinCeuticals is an incredible skincare line; it''s just that it seems more geared to people who want to treat and prevent the signs of aging (and with the latest, most advanced ingredient combinations). Also, while I love the dramatic texture changes I''m experiencing with Miracle10, the lack of a sunscreen in that line is a bit problematic, so I''d feel more comfortable using <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/06/29/just-when-you-thought-sunscreen-was-enough-you-actually-need-this-too%e2%80%94and-seriously-in-10-years-your-skin-will-thank-you/">SkinCeuticals'' antioxidant and sunscreen combination</a> in warmer weather, if I was outside a lot or if sun damage was my number one concern.\r\n\r\nYou can find a SkinCeuticals retailer in your area by visiting <a href="http://www.skinceuticals.com/_us/_en/myskinceutical/locate_professional_ca.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>.\r\n\r\nSo—in a nutshell? Both great lines, both worth checking out. Which one you choose all depends on what bothers you most with your skin. I''m just going to be a good girl and resist my usual urge to mix and match these two lines together—ha!\r\n\r\nTell me:\r\n\r\nDo you use skincare products all from one brand, or do you mix it up?\r\nHave you tried anything from Miracle10 or SkinCeuticals and if so, what did you think?\r\nWhat''s YOUR skincare regimen?', 'Do your skincare products have to be from the same brand? Maybe—and here are two lines that I''m mightily impressed by', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '18533-revision-5', '', '', '2011-10-25 13:40:51', '2011-10-25 13:40:51', '', 18533, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2011/10/18533-revision-5/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18665, 1, '2011-10-20 19:09:25', '2011-10-20 19:09:25', 'How often do you change how you part you hair? I mean, REALLY change it? For me it was almost never—based purely on the advice of one <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/kevin-murphy/">Kevin Murphy</a> (yes, THE Kevin Murphy), who advised me during my last attempt to grow out my bangs that I should instead keep them, but angled and parted in the middle. (This served to only solidify <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/05/28/sienna-millers-new-bangs-i-think-ive-just-found-my-new-haircut/">my Sienna Miller hair obsession</a>, BTW.)\r\n\r\nAnyway, I wore my hair like this, faithfully, for a really long time—until too many weeks passed between bang trims and I was forced to change tactics. That''s how I rocked up at <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/01/27/the-importance-of-finding-your-life-cut-plus-other-random-bits-of-hair-wisdom-from-my-mane-man-bill-angst/">my hairdresser Bill Angst''s place</a> with a deep side part. And he liked it so much that he pronounced it my New Look.\r\n\r\nSo now I''m not getting bang trims anymore—I''m growing them—and while this happens I''m officially on Team Deep Side Part. I think I''m in good company because <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/emma-stone/">Emma Stone</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/kirsten-dunst/">Kirsten Dunst</a> are there with me too. But as you know, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/09/14/new-york-ss-12-okay-im-swooning-over-the-hair-at-dkny-soft-waves-and-oscar-de-la-renta-wild-curls-and-so-will-you/">on the runways</a>, the centre part still ruled for spring... and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/gwyneth-paltrow/">Gwyneth Paltrow</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/cameron-diaz/">Cameron Diaz</a> are wearing it well. Come look at all the pics and then tell me which, um, <em>side</em> you''re on. (Get it?) <!--more-->\r\n<h2>Emma Stone''s 1930s glam</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Emma-Stone-The-Help-UK-premiere-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19354" title="Emma Stone - The Help UK premiere October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Emma-Stone-The-Help-UK-premiere-October-2012.jpg" alt="Emma Stone - The Help UK premiere October 2012" width="600" height="800" /></a>\r\n\r\nI''ll take any excuse to post an Emma Stone photo, but these are especially gratifying—I know we''re not really talking about makeup today, but I can''t think of any other young celeb who does the bright lip thing so well. (It''s <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/revlon/">Revlon</a>, by the way—Emma is their new global brand ambassador—and I raved about this very lipstick <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/04/15/sneak-peek-revlon-colorburst-lipstick/">right here</a>. The shade is Coral and <a href="http://well.ca/products/revlon-colorburst_25557.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">you can buy it from Well.ca for $9.95</a> with free shipping in Canada and no minimum order. Coolness!)\r\n\r\nAnyway, I sadly don''t have any specific intel or how-tos on the hair... but I DO think it''s a perfect example of the new, modern way to wear waves. I don''t think I need to mention for the 527th time how bored I am with those piecey, dropped-out flat iron curls that everyone wears. But I will, because those usually come with a centre part, see. Here, you could do the exact same type of curls, but just switching up the part—and pushing everything over one shoulder—gives it an entirely fresh look.\r\n\r\nThe other thing that is great about this style is that if you''re at that annoying in-between stage with your bangs (as I am), it''s a great way to disguise them.\r\n\r\nAside: please notice the nails:\r\n\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Emma-Stone-The-Help-UK-premiere-October-2012-3.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19355" title="Emma Stone - The Help UK premiere October 2012 - nails" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Emma-Stone-The-Help-UK-premiere-October-2012-3.jpg" alt="Emma Stone - The Help UK premiere October 2012 - nails" width="600" height="400" /></a>\r\n\r\nDid I not say that <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/10/03/paris-ss-12-jadore-dior%e2%80%94because-these-are-the-lips-and-nails-of-my-dreams-yes-matchy-matchy-is-back-if-you-dare/">matchy-matchy lips and nails</a> are making a comeback? Well they are.\r\n<h2>Kirsten Dunst''s elegant waves</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Kirsten-Dunst-Bulgari-eyewear-launch-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19357" title="Kirsten Dunst Bulgari eyewear launch October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Kirsten-Dunst-Bulgari-eyewear-launch-October-2012.jpg" alt="Kirsten Dunst Bulgari eyewear launch October 2012" width="600" height="800" /></a>\r\n\r\nI don''t think we''ve seen Kirsten look this good in a very long time. (She IS <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/05/18/cannes-11-kirsten-dunst-is-girl-hot-bar-refaeli-is-boy-hot-lets-talk-about-the-difference%E2%80%94and-which-one-you-aspire-to/">our Girl Hot poster child</a>, after all, and that never really translates for the red carpet.) I did a double take when I saw her because the hair just makes her look so grown-up and polished. It''s a simple switch, but see how flattering it is? You get to show off your neck and cheekbones on one side, but then there is the mysterious dip over the other side to bring the seksi. It works! A quick tong with a curling iron and you can get that perfect wave at the front.\r\n\r\nWANT.\r\n\r\nBut now let''s go check out the middle-part crew...\r\n\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Gwyneth-Paltrow-and-Cameron-Diaz-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19358" title="Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Diaz - The Arts Club London - October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Gwyneth-Paltrow-and-Cameron-Diaz-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg" alt="Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Diaz - The Arts Club London - October 2012" width="600" height="600" /></a>\r\n\r\nOh HAI! Don''t mind us—we''re just being all glowy and shiny and famous.\r\n<h2>Gwyneth Paltrow''s super-straight locks</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Gwyneth-Paltrow-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19360" title="Gwyneth Paltrow - The Arts Club London October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Gwyneth-Paltrow-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg" alt="Gwyneth Paltrow - The Arts Club London October 2012" width="600" height="800" /></a>\r\n\r\nIn general, centre parts are a little harder to wear than side ones—because there''s less hair on your face to hide behind—but I think Gwyneth pulls this off well. It''s a simple look, very fresh, and in a way makes her look younger because it''s just so simple and un-styled. If I had one complaint, though (and <a href="beautyeditor.ca/2010/08/11/got-fine-straight-long-hair-like-naomi-watts-dont-listen-to-silly-hairdressers-who-want-to-layer-it/">you knew this was coming</a>), it''s the ends of her hair. She always gets them cut in a very shattered sort of way. I understand this, because her hair is naturally quite thick and wavy and it probably removes a lot of the bulk. But then she proceeds to wear it straight anyway. I would love to see her with something a bit more blunt and crisp.\r\n\r\nShe also needs some eyebrow pencil. Moving on...\r\n<h2>Cameron Diaz''s bendy layers</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Cameron-Diaz-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19361" title="Cameron Diaz - The Arts Club London October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Cameron-Diaz-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg" alt="Cameron Diaz - The Arts Club London October 2012" width="600" height="800" /></a>\r\n\r\nCammy looks pretty good here, even though we''ve already discussed how she''s perhaps not aging as well as some of her peers. I''m kinda digging the subtle Ombré (the only kind I think is in style now) with the middle part and flicky layers starting from the chin. Again, I think it might just make her look younger because it''s such a casual, unpolished look.\r\n\r\nAnd that brings me to my final thought. (Cue: "I couldn''t help but wonder...") I''m thinking that the deep side part is the way to go when you need to look <em>grown-up and sophisticated</em>... and the middle part is the road to take when you want to look more <em>young and casual</em>. Or is that an erroneous conclusion?\r\n\r\nTell me in the comments...\r\n\r\nDo you always part your hair in the same spot, or do you mix it up?\r\nWhich of these celeb styles is your favourite?\r\nDo you think a side part is more grown-up/sophisticated whereas a middle part is younger/more casual?', 'Celeb hair to copy tonight! Emma and Kirsten rock the deep side part, while Gwyn and Cam take the middle ground (which side are YOU on?)', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '18528-revision-5', '', '', '2011-10-20 19:09:25', '2011-10-20 19:09:25', '', 18528, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2011/10/18528-revision-5/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18666, 1, '2011-10-25 13:41:57', '2011-10-25 13:41:57', 'How often do you change how you part you hair? I mean, REALLY change it? For me it was almost never—based purely on the advice of one <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/kevin-murphy/">Kevin Murphy</a> (yes, THE Kevin Murphy), who advised me during my last attempt to grow out my bangs that I should instead keep them, but angled and parted in the middle. (This served to only solidify <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/05/28/sienna-millers-new-bangs-i-think-ive-just-found-my-new-haircut/">my Sienna Miller hair obsession</a>, BTW.)\r\n\r\nAnyway, I wore my hair like this, faithfully, for a really long time—until too many weeks passed between bang trims and I was forced to change tactics. That''s how I rocked up at <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/01/27/the-importance-of-finding-your-life-cut-plus-other-random-bits-of-hair-wisdom-from-my-mane-man-bill-angst/">my hairdresser Bill Angst''s place</a> with a deep side part. And he liked it so much that he pronounced it my New Look.\r\n\r\nSo now I''m not getting bang trims anymore—I''m growing them—and while this happens I''m officially on Team Deep Side Part. I think I''m in good company because <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/emma-stone/">Emma Stone</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/kirsten-dunst/">Kirsten Dunst</a> are there with me too. But as you know, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/09/14/new-york-ss-12-okay-im-swooning-over-the-hair-at-dkny-soft-waves-and-oscar-de-la-renta-wild-curls-and-so-will-you/">on the runways</a>, the centre part still ruled for spring... and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/gwyneth-paltrow/">Gwyneth Paltrow</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/cameron-diaz/">Cameron Diaz</a> are wearing it well. Come look at all the pics and then tell me which, um, <em>side</em> you''re on. (Get it?) <!--more-->\r\n<h2>Emma Stone''s 1930s glam</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Emma-Stone-The-Help-UK-premiere-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19354" title="Emma Stone - The Help UK premiere October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Emma-Stone-The-Help-UK-premiere-October-2012.jpg" alt="Emma Stone - The Help UK premiere October 2012" width="600" height="800" /></a>\r\n\r\nI''ll take any excuse to post an Emma Stone photo, but these are especially gratifying—I know we''re not really talking about makeup today, but I can''t think of any other young celeb who does the bright lip thing so well. (It''s <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/tag/revlon/">Revlon</a>, by the way—Emma is their new global brand ambassador—and I raved about this very lipstick <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2010/04/15/sneak-peek-revlon-colorburst-lipstick/">right here</a>. The shade is Coral and <a href="http://well.ca/products/revlon-colorburst_25557.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">you can buy it from Well.ca for $9.95</a> with free shipping in Canada and no minimum order. Coolness!)\r\n\r\nAnyway, I sadly don''t have any specific intel or how-tos on the hair... but I DO think it''s a perfect example of the new, modern way to wear waves. I don''t think I need to mention for the 527th time how bored I am with those piecey, dropped-out flat iron curls that everyone wears. But I will, because those usually come with a centre part, see. Here, you could do the exact same type of curls, but just switching up the part—and pushing everything over one shoulder—gives it an entirely fresh look.\r\n\r\nThe other thing that is great about this style is that if you''re at that annoying in-between stage with your bangs (as I am), it''s a great way to disguise them.\r\n\r\nAside: please notice the nails:\r\n\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Emma-Stone-The-Help-UK-premiere-October-2012-3.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19355" title="Emma Stone - The Help UK premiere October 2012 - nails" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Emma-Stone-The-Help-UK-premiere-October-2012-3.jpg" alt="Emma Stone - The Help UK premiere October 2012 - nails" width="600" height="400" /></a>\r\n\r\nDid I not say that <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/10/03/paris-ss-12-jadore-dior%e2%80%94because-these-are-the-lips-and-nails-of-my-dreams-yes-matchy-matchy-is-back-if-you-dare/">matchy-matchy lips and nails</a> are making a comeback? Well they are.\r\n<h2>Kirsten Dunst''s elegant waves</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Kirsten-Dunst-Bulgari-eyewear-launch-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19357" title="Kirsten Dunst Bulgari eyewear launch October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Kirsten-Dunst-Bulgari-eyewear-launch-October-2012.jpg" alt="Kirsten Dunst Bulgari eyewear launch October 2012" width="600" height="800" /></a>\r\n\r\nI don''t think we''ve seen Kirsten look this good in a very long time. (She IS <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2011/05/18/cannes-11-kirsten-dunst-is-girl-hot-bar-refaeli-is-boy-hot-lets-talk-about-the-difference%E2%80%94and-which-one-you-aspire-to/">our Girl Hot poster child</a>, after all, and that never really translates for the red carpet.) I did a double take when I saw her because the hair just makes her look so grown-up and polished. It''s a simple switch, but see how flattering it is? You get to show off your neck and cheekbones on one side, but then there is the mysterious dip over the other side to bring the seksi. It works! A quick tong with a curling iron and you can get that perfect wave at the front.\r\n\r\nWANT.\r\n\r\nBut now let''s go check out the middle-part crew...\r\n\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Gwyneth-Paltrow-and-Cameron-Diaz-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19358" title="Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Diaz - The Arts Club London - October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Gwyneth-Paltrow-and-Cameron-Diaz-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg" alt="Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Diaz - The Arts Club London - October 2012" width="600" height="600" /></a>\r\n\r\nOh HAI! Don''t mind us—we''re just being all glowy and shiny and famous.\r\n<h2>Gwyneth Paltrow''s super-straight locks</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Gwyneth-Paltrow-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19360" title="Gwyneth Paltrow - The Arts Club London October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Gwyneth-Paltrow-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg" alt="Gwyneth Paltrow - The Arts Club London October 2012" width="600" height="800" /></a>\r\n\r\nIn general, centre parts are a little harder to wear than side ones—because there''s less hair on your face to hide behind—but I think Gwyneth pulls this off well. It''s a simple look, very fresh, and in a way makes her look younger because it''s just so simple and un-styled. If I had one complaint, though (and <a href="beautyeditor.ca/2010/08/11/got-fine-straight-long-hair-like-naomi-watts-dont-listen-to-silly-hairdressers-who-want-to-layer-it/">you knew this was coming</a>), it''s the ends of her hair. She always gets them cut in a very shattered sort of way. I understand this, because her hair is naturally quite thick and wavy and it probably removes a lot of the bulk. But then she proceeds to wear it straight anyway. I would love to see her with something a bit more blunt and crisp.\r\n\r\nShe also needs some eyebrow pencil. Moving on...\r\n<h2>Cameron Diaz''s bendy layers</h2>\r\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Cameron-Diaz-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-19361" title="Cameron Diaz - The Arts Club London October 2012" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Cameron-Diaz-The-Arts-Club-London-October-2012.jpg" alt="Cameron Diaz - The Arts Club London October 2012" width="600" height="800" /></a>\r\n\r\nCammy looks pretty good here, even though we''ve already discussed how she''s perhaps not aging as well as some of her peers. I''m kinda digging the subtle Ombré (the only kind I think is in style now) with the middle part and flicky layers starting from the chin. Again, I think it might just make her look younger because it''s such a casual, unpolished look.\r\n\r\nAnd that brings me to my final thought. (Cue: "I couldn''t help but wonder...") I''m thinking that the deep side part is the way to go when you need to look <em>grown-up and sophisticated</em>... and the middle part is the road to take when you want to look more <em>young and casual</em>. Or is that an erroneous conclusion?\r\n\r\nTell me in the comments...\r\n\r\nDo you always part your hair in the same spot, or do you mix it up?\r\nWhich of these celeb styles is your favourite?\r\nDo you think a side part is more grown-up/sophisticated whereas a middle part is younger/more casual?', 'Celeb hair to copy tonight! Emma and Kirsten rock the deep side part, while Gwyn and Cam take the middle ground (which side are YOU on?)', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '18528-revision-6', '', '', '2011-10-25 13:41:57', '2011-10-25 13:41:57', '', 18528, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2011/10/18528-revision-6/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18667, 1, '2011-10-25 13:15:08', '2011-10-25 13:15:08', '', 'Newsletter', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '18332-revision-5', '', '', '2011-10-25 13:15:08', '2011-10-25 13:15:08', '', 18332, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2011/10/18332-revision-5/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18668, 1, '2009-07-09 17:47:58', '2009-07-09 21:47:58', 'I''ve never understood those people who have a "signature scent." Why pick just one fragrance when you could have, say, twelve? (Okay, maybe that''s just the top of <em>my</em> dresser.)\n\nI think everyone should have at least two scents: one for fall/winter, and one for spring/summer. Because really—wearing some heavy, musk-scented thing in 30-degree weather is akin to pulling on wool tights for the beach.\n\nHere are four new summer scents I''m digging right now:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/lecouventdesminimes_orangeblossom.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1666" title="lecouventdesminimes_orangeblossom" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/lecouventdesminimes_orangeblossom.jpg" alt="lecouventdesminimes_orangeblossom" width="265" height="265" /></a>1. <a href="http://www.lecouventdesminimes.fr/Default.aspx?a=1930&amp;c=1&amp;l=1&amp;s=185" target="_blank"><strong>Le Couvent des Minimes Orange Blossom Eau de Toilette</strong></a> ($29 for 50 mL, at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada)\n\n<strong>Best For</strong>: Citrus lovers\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: Mandarin, orange blossom, jasmine and vanilla\n\n<strong>Details</strong>: It''s hard to believe this scent is just $29 at the drugstore—how cute is the old-fashioned packaging? Fun fact: it comes from an actual convent—Le Couvent des Minimes, now a hotel and spa—in Haute Provence, France. The formula contains orange and mandarin essential oils, so it doesn''t smell fake or cloying, just soft, fresh and subtly sexy. Bonus points for being paraben-free.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/yves-rocher_naturelle.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1667" title="yves rocher_naturelle" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/yves-rocher_naturelle-283x300.jpg" alt="yves rocher_naturelle" width="283" height="300" /></a>2. <a href="http://www.yvesrocher.ca/control/parfums/nouveautes-parfums/eau-de-toilette/" target="_blank"><strong>Yves Rocher Naturelle Eau de Toilette</strong></a> ($45 for 75 mL, at Yves Rocher Beauty Centres across Canada, <a href="http://www.yvesrocher.ca/control/parfums/nouveautes-parfums/eau-de-toilette/" target="_blank">yvesrocher.ca</a> or 1-800-361-2746)\n\n<strong>Best For</strong>: Anyone who likes "clean" scents\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: Lemon, bergamot, green apple, jasmine and cedar\n\n<strong>Details</strong>: This one''s a dead ringer for D&amp;G Light Blue. (But take note of the more affordable price, ladies!) It''s categorized as a fruity green floral—very fresh and almost soapy. Two caveats: you might find this a bit young if you''re used to more complex scents (even the press release says "it''s for women who are or still feel like they''re 20"!). And be prepared to re-apply often: on me, this didn''t have tremendous staying power. Oh and the name? It''s because 90 percent of the ingredients are of natural origin (like bergamot, lemon and jasmine essential oils).\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/fruits+passion_blue.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1669" title="fruits+passion_blue" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/fruits+passion_blue-215x300.jpg" alt="fruits+passion_blue" width="215" height="300" /></a>3. <a href="http://ca.fruits-passion.com/en/prod/fiche.asp?pageactive=1&amp;enr=1&amp;IDcat=37&amp;IDsous=&amp;IDprod=1086" target="_blank"><strong>Fruits &amp; Passion Blue Limited Edition Eau de Toilette</strong></a> ($28 for 50 mL, at Fruits &amp; Passion stores across Canada and <a href="http://ca.fruits-passion.com/en/prod/fiche.asp?pageactive=1&amp;enr=1&amp;IDcat=37&amp;IDsous=&amp;IDprod=1086" target="_blank">fruits-passion.com</a>)\n\n<strong>Best For</strong>: Fans of watery, ozone notes\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: Sicilian lemon, melon, freesia, white musk and vanilla\n\n<strong>Details</strong>: I don''t know how the above combination of notes ends up creating something so watery, but that''s my take on this limited edition scent (available from now until Christmas). It gets a lot warmer on the dry-down, though—that''s when the musk and vanilla base notes really come through.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/escada_oceanlounge.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1671" title="escada_oceanlounge" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/escada_oceanlounge.jpg" alt="escada_oceanlounge" width="250" height="250" /></a>4. <strong><a href="http://www.escada-fragrances.com/oceanlounge/us/" target="_blank">Escada Ocean Lounge Eau de Toilette</a> </strong>($80 for 100 mL, at Sears stores across Canada and <a href="http://www.sears.ca/gp/product/B001OOBJ6A?searsBrand=core" target="_blank">sears.ca</a>)\n\n<strong>Best For</strong>: Girly girls\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: Strawberry, plum, pear nectar, jasmine, amber and teak wood\n\n<strong>Details</strong>: Every summer, Escada comes out with a limited edition fragrance—and incredibly,  this is the 17th! I''m in love with the over-the-top juicy strawberry notes. It''s almost synthetic-smelling, but in a good way—it reminds me of my 1980s Strawberry Shortcake doll.', 'Summer fragrance round-up: 4 scents I think you&#039;ll like', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1665-revision', '', '', '2009-07-09 17:47:58', '2009-07-09 21:47:58', '', 1665, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/07/1665-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18669, 1, '2009-07-08 23:32:33', '2009-07-09 03:32:33', 'As a beauty AND health writer, sometimes I feel like I''m caught in the middle—especially when it comes to things like sunscreen.\n\nLet me explain:\n\n<strong>When I''m wearing my beauty hat, I''m on the phone with dermatologists all day, who ALL tell me </strong><strong>the number one thing everyone should do for good skin is wear sunscreen.</strong> Not only does it protect against skin cancer, but it also prevents wrinkles, sagging, brown spots and broken blood vessels. (Specifically, they say you should wear a broad-spectrum, SPF 30 or higher sunscreen that protects against UVA and UVB rays.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/OldTan.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-1634" title="OldTan" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/OldTan-150x150.jpg" alt="OldTan" width="250" height="250" /></a>I''ve seen bad cases of sun damage (well, maybe not quite in the same ballpark as the lady on the right), so I believe them. When I lived in sunny Australia, I was often shocked when people revealed their ages, because their crinkled foreheads, crow''s feet and hyperpigmentation added a good 10 years. (Hey—it''s one reason to be thankful I grew up in this crazy Canadian climate.)\n\nSo all of the sunscreen talk makes sense to me... but <strong><em>then </em>I put on my health hat—talking to naturopathic doctors and the like—and </strong><strong><em>they</em> tell me that dermatologists have made all of us <em>unnecessarily fearful</em> of the sun.</strong> Because we DO need sun in order to get<strong> vitamin D</strong>—and the majority of us, especially in Canada, don''t get enough of it, not by a long shot. Serious deficiencies are linked to <a href="http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2008/05/16/f-health-vitamin-d.html" target="_blank">increased risk of cancer, heart disease and multiple sclerosis</a>. So theoretically, by trying to avoid getting skin cancer, you could be setting yourself up for other health problems. Scary.\n\nAdding to the confusion is a <a href="http://www.ewg.org/cosmetics/report/sunscreen09/Beach-Sunscreens" target="_blank">report today</a> from the Environmental Working Group (a non-profit U.S. watchgroup) that says <strong>most sunscreens on the market contain chemicals that may pose health hazards or don''t adequately protect skin from the sun''s damaging rays</strong>. (To find out how your usual sunscreen fared in the study, check out the widget in the right hand sidebar of this blog, or search the EWG site <a href="http://www.ewg.org/cosmetics/report/sunscreen09/Beach-Sunscreens" target="_blank">here</a>.)\n\n<strong>Yet another controversy: many companies have recently introduced sunscreens with SPF 50, 60 and 70. </strong>But did you know that <strong><a href="http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/05/15/earlyshow/health/main5016981.shtml" target="_blank">anything higher than an SPF 30 offers negligible additional protection</a>?</strong> We''re talking an extra 1% or so—the difference really ain''t that much.\n\nSome beauty experts, like my girl crush <a href="http://kimberlysnyder.net/" target="_blank">Kimberly Synder</a> of Envision Beauty (who I wrote about <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/06/25/nature-meet-science-the-solution-by-envision-beauty/" target="_blank">here</a>) go even further on the sunscreen debate. Here''s what she has to say:\n<blockquote>"Sunscreens are extremely toxic. They create a “block” on the surface of the skin, so your skin doesn’t get red, but deep within the skin there can still be damage from the sun.\n\n(....)\n\nWhat’s really scary is that, similar to when you heat oil to high temperatures when you''re frying food, which creates free radicals, the active ingredients in most sunscreens heat on the surface of your face with the warmth of the sun. [This] “cooks” the sunscreen, <strong>creating more free radicals right on the surface of your skin</strong>. In my opinion, most sunscreens are extremely aging—and consider that in areas where there is more sunscreen used, there is more skin cancer! Our media and society and many doctors say to use sunscreen—even the toxic kinds—but they also tell us that dairy is a great source of calcium and that counting calories is the best way to lose weight.  So there is a lot I disagree with!"</blockquote>\nWhat''s my take? While I''m as vain as the next person (scratch that—obviously, I''m <em>more</em> vain) and I certainly don''t want to get wrinkles, etc., in the long run I''m more concerned about health over beauty. <strong>Here''s my approach—I know many of you will disagree, so this may or may not work for you:</strong>\n\n1. <strong>I don''t sunbathe</strong>, unless I''m on holiday somewhere tropical (which on a journalist''s salary doesn''t happen too often). I think it''s smarter to mostly avoid direct sunlight, rather than bake in it with sunscreen on and (falsely) think you''re safe.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/spf30sprayff.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-1640" title="spf30sprayff" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/spf30sprayff-150x150.jpg" alt="spf30sprayff" width="150" height="150" /></a>2. If I <em>am</em> going to be in direct sunlight (like if I know I''ll be walking around all day), I''ll wear an <strong>SPF 30 on my face, neck and chest</strong>. I like <a href="http://www.kinesys.com/" target="_blank">Kinesys</a> because it''s a clear, oil- and alcohol-free spray that never leaves my face greasy.\n\n3. Otherwise, for everyday, year-round protection I try to use <strong>natural sunscreens (like titanium)</strong>, which are less toxic and found in many mineral powders (<a href="http://www.pureandsimple.ca/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&amp;page=shop.browse&amp;category_id=717&amp;Itemid=27" target="_blank">Pure + Simple</a> makes a good one) and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/07/06/liquid-foundation-i-actually-like-physicians-formula-organic-wear-liquid-foundation-spf-15/" target="_blank">my newly beloved</a> Physicians Formula Organic Wear Foundation.\n\n4. <strong>I don''t wear anything higher than an SPF 30. </strong>I''m being completely honest here—I believe the higher SPF sunscreens contain too many unnecessary chemicals that I don''t want my body absorbing. (The thinking behind them is that most people don''t apply a generous enough amout of sunscreen, so these are like additional "insurance." My response to that? See point #1 above.) You should also know that Australia has banned sunscreens above SPF 30 because of health concerns.\n\n5. <strong>I take 4,000 IU of vitamin D every day</strong>. (Yes, higher than what the Canadian Cancer Society <a href="http://www.cancer.ca/canada-wide/about%20us/media%20centre/cw-media%20releases/cw-2007/canadian%20cancer%20society%20announces%20vitamin%20d%20recommendation.aspx?sc_lang=en" target="_blank">recommends</a>, but get your vitamin D levels checked in a simple blood test—chances are, you''re deficient and will need more vitamin D for a period of time to get back in balance.)\n\nSo that''s my sunscreen rant/manifesto/public service announcement. What about you? Tell me what YOU think about sunscreen safety in the comments.', 'The Great Sunscreen Debate: Some controversial advice', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1630-revision', '', '', '2009-07-08 23:32:33', '2009-07-09 03:32:33', '', 1630, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/07/1630-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18670, 1, '2009-07-07 10:05:45', '2009-07-07 14:05:45', 'There are a lot of things I attribute to my mostly Scottish heritage:\n\n(a) a love for plaid,\n\n(b) a tendency towards thriftiness (whereby I''m compelled to head straight for the sale racks whenever I''m clothes shopping), and\n\n(c) the blotchiest, ruddiest complexion imaginable.\n\nObviously (a) and (b) are manageable—maybe even desirable—but (c) is a problem.\n\nThat''s why I don''t leave the house without some form of redness-reducing concealer in my bag for emergency touch-ups (usually around the nose and mouth). I just started using <strong>Nuxe''s new Touche Prodigieuse</strong>, a "complexion multi-perfecting retouch brush."\n\nTranslation: it''s sorta like YSL''s legendary <a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-complexion-concealer/c38_40_45/p141/touche-eclat-radiant-touch/product_info.html" target="_blank">Touche Éclat</a> in that it conceals, brightens AND highlights. I like Nuxe''s chubbier brush, though (could be because I, er, have more to cover). I also like that it''s non-comedogenic and doesn''t contain mineral oil. Most importantly, it does a damn good job of toning down my Rudolph tendencies.\n\n<em>Priced at $35 each. Available at The Bay stores and drugstores across Canada.</em>', 'Makeup bag must-have: Nuxe Touche Prodigieuse', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1621-revision', '', '', '2009-07-07 10:05:45', '2009-07-07 14:05:45', '', 1621, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/07/1621-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18671, 1, '2009-07-06 12:22:16', '2009-07-06 16:22:16', '<strong>UPDATE: This contest is now closed. Thanks to all who entered!</strong>\n\nIt sounds crazy and Jetsons-like, but it''s true: you actually CAN eat chocolate that makes your skin look great.\n\nI wrote about the ingestible trend a couple of years ago for <em>ELLE Canada</em>, and at the time there wasn''t much on the market in Canada in the way of tasty ingestible skincare.\n\nSo I''m very happy to report that the clever folks at Genuine Health have come out with <a href="http://survey.genuinehealth.com/healthy-skin-chews.html" target="_blank">Healthy Skin Chocolate Soft Chews</a>. They''re formulated with powerhouse ingredients like cocoa seed extract, lycopene, collagen and antioxidants (which help protect your skin against aging free radicals). And if you eat just three of them a day, you''ll reap the following AMAZING skin benefits within 21 days:\n<ul>\n	<li>Increased skin hydration and moisture</li>\n	<li> Improved skin elasticity and thickness</li>\n	<li>Decreased dry, flaky and rough skin</li>\n	<li>Improved blood flow to the skin, with decreased UV-ray irritations</li>\n	<li>Visibly more radiant, healthier skin</li>\n</ul>\nI''ve been munching on these for a couple of weeks now, and trust me—they''re so yummy I''ve been averaging six a day instead of the recommended three. (Oops!) But hey—it''s a guilt-free indulgence because they''re 100% natural with no artificial flavours, colours, sweetners or preservatives. (And for those of us avoiding wheat, yeast, eggs and soy, they''re free of those ingredients too.)\n\nWanna try them too? I''m giving away FIVE of them—here''s what to do if you want to WIN:\n1. Subscribe to BeautyEditor.ca''s <a href="http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=BeautyEditor&amp;amp;loc=en_US" target="_blank">email newletter</a> or <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/feed" target="_blank">RSS feed</a>.\n2. <a href="mailto:michelle@beautyeditor.ca" target="_blank">Send me an email</a> with the subject line "Chocolate" and include your name, address and telephone number.\nThe first five people to respond will each receive one package of Genuine Health Healthy Skin Chocolate Soft Chews. Please note: you must be a resident of Canada to win.', 'Win it: Genuine Health Healthy Skin Chocolate Soft Chews', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1600-revision', '', '', '2009-07-06 12:22:16', '2009-07-06 16:22:16', '', 1600, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/07/1600-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0);
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(18672, 1, '2009-07-06 11:46:37', '2009-07-06 15:46:37', 'Until approximately last Thursday afternoon, I''d never met a liquid foundation I actually liked.\n\nWe liquid foundation-haters are a small, but vocal, minority—and if you''re one of us, you already know the drill: it makes your skin greasy, smells funny and feels like you''re putting a thick, cakey, pore-clogging mask all over your face.\n\nSo I still think all of that''s true for <em>most</em> foundations out there—but last week, I found one I actually want to rave about.\n\n(I know, I''m as surprised as you are.)\n\nIt''s <a href="http://www.organicwearmakeup.com/en-ca/productdetail/01084.html" target="_blank">Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Liquid Foundation</a>, and it''s awesome. Here is why:\n\n1. It smells like fresh, clean lavender instead of some not-of-this-earth floral concoction.\n\n2. It provides just enough coverage to make it worth your while (unlike, say, tinted moisturizers—hello?) but it''s not cakey AT ALL.\n\n3. The colour (I''m using Creamy Beige Organics) is super natural-looking and somehow, without having any detectable shimmery bits, gives my complexion a bit of a glow.\n\n4. It''s so non-greasy you actually have to work quickly to blend it all before it dries. I''ve been using my fingers, but a sponge would actually work best.\n\n5. It has SPF 15, so you don''t have to layer on sunscreen before you apply it.\n\n6. Best of all—it doesn''t make me feel like I''m clogging my pores with junk. The formula is free of the following: harsh chemicals, synthetic preservatives, parabens, GMOs, synthetic colours and synthetic fragrances.\n\n<em>Priced at $21.99. Available at mass-market retailers and drugstores across Canada or online at <a href="http://well.ca/green/products/physicians-formula-organic-wear_12016.html?AFFID=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>.</em>', 'Liquid foundation I actually like: Physicians Formula Organic Wear Liquid Foundation SPF 15', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1594-revision', '', '', '2009-07-06 11:46:37', '2009-07-06 15:46:37', '', 1594, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/07/1594-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18673, 1, '2009-07-03 05:00:30', '2009-07-03 09:00:30', 'I''m a sucker for fragrances that smell like any of the following: Coppertone sunscreen, gardenias, salty air, tiaré flowers, frangipanis, fruity tropical drinks, coconuts and/or the ocean.\n\n(Obsessed with the beach much? Well, yes. It''s why I escaped Canada to live in Australia for a few years, after all.)\n\nSince I returned home, I''ve satisfied my beach lust with a collection that includes <a href="http://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/templates/products/sp_nonshaded.tmpl?ngextredir=1&amp;CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY1845&amp;PRODUCT_ID=PROD1228" target="_blank">Bobbi Brown Beach</a>, <a href="http://www.bondno9.com/shop/eau-de-parfum/new-york-beaches/view/fire-island" target="_blank">Bond No. 9 Fire Island</a> and <a href="http://us.clarins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/beauty-products_sunshine_sunshine-fragrance_C030301001_10051_10204_-1_23972__10342" target="_blank">Clarins Sunshine Fragrance</a>, among others.\n\nNow I might just have to add another: <strong>Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Tiaré Mimosa</strong>. It''s in an olfactory family Guerlain are calling "floral-fresh solar," and includes notes of citrus, vanilla, pink pepper, and of course, tiaré flower and mimosa. On me, the dry-down is musky and slightly salty—perfect for warm summer nights.\n\n<em>Priced at $56 for 75 mL. <em>Available at Guerlain Boutiques &amp; Institutes in Toronto and Montreal.\n</em></em>', 'Summer scent: Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Tiaré Mimosa', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1569-revision', '', '', '2009-07-03 05:00:30', '2009-07-03 09:00:30', '', 1569, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/07/1569-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18674, 1, '2009-07-02 05:00:22', '2009-07-02 09:00:22', 'I''m not really a chocoholic—I''m more of a savoury girl—but even <em>I</em> want to slather myself in Palmer''s Cocoa Butter Formula. Yes, it smells <em>that</em> good. But there''s more to it than that.\n\nWhen I lived in Australia a few years back, this was THE cult product that all the beauty editors talked about. (No, I wasn''t a beauty editor then, but I sure was obsessive about reading magazines.) Anyway, the reason it was a favourite (and still is, I''m guessing) is because it''s instantly softening, improves the appearance of marks, scars and stretch marks, and soothes skin post-tanning (which... ahem... <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/06/30/suns-up-clinique-self-sun-collection/" target="_blank">you know you''re not supposed to do, right</a>?). It''s also great for smoothing cuticles, elbows and knees, and even leaving on your feet overnight to get rid of dryness and cracking. All of that and it''s non-greasy, too.\n\nQuite impressive for a moisturizer that''s under $10, no?\n\n<em>Priced at $5.99. Available at Wal-Mart, Shoppers Drug Mart, Overwaitea and Pharmaprix stores across Canada. </em>', 'Chocolatey goodness: Palmer&#039;s Cocoa Butter Formula', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1563-revision', '', '', '2009-07-02 05:00:22', '2009-07-02 09:00:22', '', 1563, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/07/1563-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18675, 1, '2009-06-30 05:13:14', '2009-06-30 09:13:14', 'It''s that time of year again. (At least, it is if you live in Canada.) It''s time for us pale girls to <strong>bust out the self-tanner</strong> in hopes of camouflaging our pasty-white limbs.\n\nAnd of course, you don''t need me to tell you that a faux tan is better than the real thing. Well—maybe you do. In my line of work, you get to speak to many, many dermatologists (I talked to two yesterday, in fact) and the single most-mentioned piece of advice? <strong>Avoid the freakin'' sun, people!</strong> You just can''t get around the fact that it''s gonna give you wrinkles, fine lines, sagging, brown spots and broken blood vessels. At the same time, I''m not gonna lie—a tan <em>does</em> look better, unless you''re genetically blessed like Nicole Kidman.\n\nEnter Clinique''s new <strong>Body Airbrush Spray</strong>.\n\nIf you''re like me, you avoid self-tanning because you hate the whole rigmarole of donning the plastic gloves, then smoothing on the cream in a precise circular motions to avoid streaking, and <em>then</em> trying to somehow avoid getting bronze stains on everything. Ugh—too much work! This product is a better option: it''s a lightweight mist (you just spray on, and then blend where necessary), it dries in under five minutes, and the colour starts to develop in less than an hour.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/cliniquealmostbronzer.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1556" title="cliniquealmostbronzer" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/cliniquealmostbronzer.jpg" alt="cliniquealmostbronzer" width="250" height="250" /></a>It''s not meant to be used on your face, though—so for that I recommend Clinique''s <strong>Almost Bronzer </strong>(also new). It''s oil-free and long-lasting, plus it has broad-spectrum SPF 15 protection. And it''s ideal for popping in your purse, because the bottom section of the compact contains a naturally anti-bacterial pony-hair brush. It''s available in Light/Medium and Medium/Dark, each of which has two shades for a perfectly customizable glow.\n\n<em>Priced at $24 (for the Spray) and $34 (for the Bronzer). Available at Clinique counters across Canada and at <a href="http://www.clinique.ca" target="_blank">clinique.ca</a>. </em>', 'Sun&#039;s up: Clinique Self Sun Collection', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1552-revision', '', '', '2009-06-30 05:13:14', '2009-06-30 09:13:14', '', 1552, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1552-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18676, 1, '2009-06-29 12:01:21', '2009-06-29 16:01:21', 'If you''re wondering why most of my editor''s picks are organic, I''ll forgive you—it''s just because I continue to be impressed by brands that are coming out with stuff that''s both <strong>safe to use AND makes you look great</strong>. The era of impractical, sub-standard organic products is definitely over. (So please, mainstream beauty brands, get with the program!)\n\nThis new makeup and skincare line is one of my new favourites. (It''s available, along with <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/06/17/editors-pick-david-babaii-for-wildaid/" target="_blank">David Babaii for WildAid</a>, at <a href="http://www.theshoppingchannel.com/category/beauty.do" target="_blank">The Shopping Channel</a>—a place I never used to associate with cutting-edge beauty products, but which I''ve noticed is quickly becoming a destination for some mighty desirable organic brands.)\n\nAnd why, exactly, am I loving it? Because it''s safe—and simple. Everything is <strong>free of chemicals, parabens, synthetics and artificial ingredients</strong>. The company doesn''t use any fillers (like water), so you actually get more of the concentrated, healthy organic ingredients (and end up having to use less). The skincare range includes a Skin Crème, All-Over Body Balm (which has 22 different uses—wow!) and a Lip Therapy Balm, all of which are food-grade and USDA certified organic.\n\nBut it''s the colour products (made from 100 percent natural and 85 percent certified organic ingredients) that I''m most impressed by.\n\nI''ve just made room in my makeup bag for the <strong>Freedom Glow Beauty Balms</strong> (pictured above), which are multi-tasking tubes that you can swipe over cheeks, lips, eyelids or even your décolletage for super-sheer, dewy colour. They''re perfectly portable and available in three shades: Blushed (looks scarily fuchsia in the tube but goes on a pretty pink), Sunkissed (NARS Orgasm-esque peach) and Bronzed (which imparts a natural-looking tanned glow even on my very fair skin).\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/freedom_lipgloss.JPG"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1545" title="freedom_lipgloss" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/freedom_lipgloss.JPG" alt="freedom_lipgloss" width="169" height="187" /></a>I also love the <strong>Freedom Glosses</strong>, especially Freedom, a strawberry red. (Dare I say it—they might be just as long-lasting and moisturizing as my current favourite by <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/04/19/editors-pick-josie-maran-plumping-lip-gloss/" target="_blank">Josie Maran</a>?)\n\nOne more reason to check out this line: it''s Canadian. Founders (and Ottawa natives) Melissa Shabinsky and Alexandra Zanella previously worked on brands like Dessert Beauty and Lip Fusion—and then decided to launch Revolution Organics, which was born out of their desire for simplified, multi-tasking organic beauty products. Here they are:\n\n<object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="425" height="344" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="src" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/4_Yra1zrA38&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/4_Yra1zrA38&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>\n\n<em>Priced from $22. <em>Available at <a onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview(''/outbound/article/www.theshoppingchannel.com'');" href="http://www.theshoppingchannel.com/category/beauty.do">The Shopping Channel</a> or call 1-888-2020-888.</em></em>', 'Editor’s pick: Revolution Organics', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1542-revision', '', '', '2009-06-29 12:01:21', '2009-06-29 16:01:21', '', 1542, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1542-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18677, 1, '2009-06-29 11:51:44', '2009-06-29 16:51:44', 'Confession: when it comes to beauty and fashion, I like to spy on other people. Doesn''t everyone? You have to admit—it''s way more interesting to get insider info on what a <em>real </em>person wears in her everyday life, versus the usual slickly packaged fluff piece. (That''s why I wrote about <a href="http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/article752794.ece" target="_blank">street style</a> a few years back, and LOVED reading about <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/04/02/eva-chen-teen-vogues-beauty-director/" target="_blank">this</a> <em>Teen Vogue</em> editor.)\n\nIn the same spirit is <a href="http://www.thestylespy.com/?p=3519" target="_blank">this post</a> at Vancouver-based blog <a href="http://www.thestylespy.com" target="_blank">The Style Spy</a> on my gorgeous friend Janine, a fellow beauty editor, writer and <a href="http://www.imabeautygeek.com" target="_blank">blogger</a>. (Doesn''t her skin look AMAZING in this photo?? Obviously she practices what she preaches.) Check it out for the scoop on how she got started in the biz and her must-have beauty products.', 'Beauty Insider: Janine Falcon', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1536-revision', '', '', '2009-06-29 11:51:44', '2009-06-29 16:51:44', '', 1536, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1536-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18678, 1, '2009-06-25 05:21:24', '2009-06-25 09:21:24', 'So, as you might have guessed (based on the title of this blog), by day I write about beauty for magazines like <em>ELLE Canada</em>. And if you caught <a href="http://www.ellecanada.com/home/beauty/beauty-lab/a/28108" target="_blank">this</a> article of mine (a few issues back), you may have read about The Solution by <a href="http://www.envision-beauty.com" target="_blank">Envision Beauty</a>, a little New York-based company that''s developed <em>quite</em> the cult following.\n\nI first noticed the product written up in a few American magazines last year (and noted that celebs like Kristen Bell and Sophia Bush were raving about it). Then, I read about <a href="http://jolienadine.com/blog/2009/01/21/envision-beauty-inspires-my-six-week-raw-food-challenge/" target="_blank">Jolie Nadine''s meeting</a> with Envision Beauty founder Kimberly Snyder—a Renaissance Woman if there ever was one! (Not only has she created her own beauty company, she travelled the world for several years, stars in yoga videos and is a certified nutrition expert and raw food chef. Yowza! Oh, and she''s also—as you can see below—drop-dead gorgeous. Read more about her <a href="http://kimberlysnyder.net/" target="_blank">here</a>.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/kimberlysnyder.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1521 alignleft" title="kimberlysnyder" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/kimberlysnyder.jpg" alt="kimberlysnyder" width="173" height="115" /></a>Anyway, the reason I mentioned Kimberly''s company in my story (which was about the next big beauty trends—head on over <a href="http://www.ellecanada.com/home/beauty/beauty-lab/a/28108" target="_blank">here</a> and check it out!) was because it''s one of the few brands out there that recognize it''s possible to be natural, but ALSO results-driven. I mean, wouldn''t <em>you</em> want to use something natural if you knew it worked just as well at dealing with your particular skin issues as something made in a lab?\n\nI know I would—which is why The Solution is next up on my beauty to-do list. (I know, it''s a drag I haven''t got around to trying it yet... but I''m trying to be more eco and actually use up the products I test. So, soon!) Thanks to a long list of high-performing (but natural) actives like goji, acai, DMAE, alpha-lipoic acid, and vitamins A, B5, C and E, The Solution works on wrinkles, firmness and radiance. It''s paraben-free too.\n\nBut the natural thing isn''t the only reason I want to try it. The other is because I''m lazy, and this definitely lends new meaning to the term "all-in-one." Really—it replaces your (1) day cream, (2) night cream (3) eye cream (4) moisturizer (5) anti-aging serum and (6) pre-makeup base. And best of all, any skin type can use it.\n\nNow Canadians can order the product online—for more details visit <a href="http://www.envision-beauty.com" target="_blank">envision-beauty.com</a>.', 'Green beauty pick: The Solution by Envision Beauty', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1519-revision', '', '', '2009-06-25 05:21:24', '2009-06-25 09:21:24', '', 1519, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1519-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18679, 1, '2009-06-24 05:55:32', '2009-06-24 09:55:32', 'More from <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/06/23/quote-beauty-treatments-and-the-etiquette-thereof/" target="_blank">Hadley</a>:\n<blockquote>"Most people shell out for a beauty treatment in the belief it will make them feel better about themselves, the sweet naive fools. Accept now that you will probably leave feeling a heck of a lot worse. Oh sure, you will be moisturized, oiled, dehaired, and cleansed, but you will have encountered the cruel sadism that is known as The Beauty Therapist''s Banter. The beauty therapist is a species of mankind more cruel than a gynecologist''s assistant ("I promise this won''t hurt. You may, though, feel some discomfort..."), and we all have our own horror story. One friend settled herself down to a harmless massage only to hear the giggling observation, "Oh! Very pimply!" Another went for a facial, and as the facialist peered closely at her skin she asked my friend, "So, how old are you? Forty-three? Forty-five?" overestimating by almost a decade.\n\n(...)\n\nSome might see it as the tax one pays for vanity, but I''d have thought that the price one forks out for these treatments was sufficient recompense."</blockquote>\nOh, can I ever relate to this one. I''ve been known to spontaneously cancel spa appointments at the first sign of a blossoming blemish, just to avoid the inevitable Beauty Therapist Judgement. (And after that, the awkward lecture on why I should be drinking more water, exfoliating more frequently or using their 12 different skincare products three times a day.)\n\nDon''t get me wrong, however—I love the <em>idea </em>of a spa treatment. It''s just that there have been very, very few that I''ve actually enjoyed. (One of the best was <a href="http://www.pureandsimple.ca/index.php?option=com_content&amp;task=blogsection&amp;id=5&amp;Itemid=42#facial" target="_blank">this one</a>.)\n\nWhat were your best and worst beauty treatments?', 'Quote: The beauty therapist&#039;s banter', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1492-revision', '', '', '2009-06-24 05:55:32', '2009-06-24 09:55:32', '', 1492, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1492-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18680, 1, '2009-06-23 05:38:21', '2009-06-23 09:38:21', 'I''m reading the excellent new book <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Meaning-Sunglasses-Almost-Things-Fashionable/dp/0143114999/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;s=books&amp;qid=1245598624&amp;sr=8-2" target="_blank"><em>The Meaning of Sunglasses: And a Guide to Almost All Things Fashionable</em></a> by Hadley Freeman, the London-based deputy fashion editor of <em>The Guardian</em> and a contributing editor for British <em>Vogue</em>. If you like your fashion with a heaping scoop of snark, go buy it immediately.\n\nI''m loving her satirical musings on the beauty world:\n<blockquote>"Although one is loath to draw the comparison between the transaction one has with a beauty therapist and that between prostitute and client, it is inescapably apt. Not only has the beauty therapist seen far worse bodies than yours but they''re not really looking at your body anyway—they see it as simply that of another client from whom they are getting their next $120. So stop being so self-obsessed; nobody cares but you.\n\n(...)\n\nQuite why almost all beauty treatment places insist on having this Indothaijapanesechinajungle mélange has never been fully explained. Maybe it''s because there are few things that will make you more in need of another massage than being forced to listen to toucans for ninety minutes and then enduring the embarrassment of seeing your masseuse—typically, a twenty-year-old aspiring American Idol from Detroit—bang some bronze cymbal over your half-naked body.\n\nPossibly it''s because the suggestion of exoticism will silence any doubts regarding the efficacy of the most dubious-sounding treatments—it''s, like, ethnic, right?—and will imbue the client with faith in the noble wisdom of the Long Island therapist. It is a similar pose adopted by the only other sort of beauty treatment centres: the aesthetically medical, in which every surface is metallic and the therapists walk around in white robes, as if you were about to have a lobotomy as opposed to a citrus-oil hand and foot massage."</blockquote>', 'Quote: Beauty treatments, and the etiquette thereof', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1488-revision', '', '', '2009-06-23 05:38:21', '2009-06-23 09:38:21', '', 1488, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1488-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18681, 1, '2009-06-22 06:02:28', '2009-06-22 10:02:28', 'I''ve been sworn to secrecy on the details of a new fragrance from Guerlain that''s launching this fall... But what I can tell you is that it''s uh-mazing. At the press event the other day, I got to smell the juice, and it''s possibly one of the nicest florals I''ve ever come across. (My description? Like sticking your head in a great, big bouquet of flowers and inhaling. Yes, really.)\n\nThe buzz on this one is that it''s set to become one of Guerlain''s classics (i.e. it''s in the same family as Shalimar, Mitsouko and Samsara). I''ll share more info soon.', 'Coming soon: A new scent from Guerlain', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1479-revision', '', '', '2009-06-22 06:02:28', '2009-06-22 10:02:28', '', 1479, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1479-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18682, 1, '2009-06-17 05:55:53', '2009-06-17 09:55:53', 'What happens when a top hairstylist teams up with a well-known celeb AND a non-profit organization that protects endangered animal species?\n\nSomething pretty darn amazing. Check it out:\n\n<object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="425" height="344" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="src" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Hq93P9eydd8&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Hq93P9eydd8&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>\n\nOkay, so in case you didn''t feel like watching the video—celebrity hair guru David Babaii (whose client roster includes SJP, Nicole Kidman and Angelina Jolie) recently launched <a href="http://www.db4wildaid.com" target="_blank">David Babaii for WildAid</a>, a collection of shampoos, conditioners and styling products that are free of parabens, petrochemicals, sulfates and animal products.\n\nOr perhaps you''ve heard of them already? His pal (and client) Kate Hudson lent her endorsement too, making the products even more covetable. And they''re for a good cause, with 10 percent of profits donated to WildAid for wildlife conservation initiatives.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/hair-coconutcreampie-0609.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-1467" title="hair-coconutcreampie-0609" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/hair-coconutcreampie-0609-150x150.jpg" alt="hair-coconutcreampie-0609" width="150" height="150" /></a>But really, there''s another reason I''m smitten. As far as I''m concerned, anyone that can make hair products smell authentically beachy—so far, I detect the aromas of coconut cream pie and what I imagine to be a fancy umbrella drink containing Blue Curaçao—is a genius.\n\nOh, and the products don''t suck either (in case you were wondering when I''d get to that). I''ve been testing the Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner (even though my fine hair doesn''t really require hydration), the Volcanic Ash Root Amplifier (which I definitely need) and the Bohemian Beach Spray (which is supposed to give your hair sexy waves... and let''s face it, just sounds <em>very</em> cool). And you know what? I love them all. My hair doesn''t feel weighed-down, it''s got a little lift (thanks to the volumizer) and—dare I say it—I think I might have spotted an actual wave. Wow.\n\n<em>Priced from $12.95 and up. Available at <a href="http://www.theshoppingchannel.com/category/beauty.do">The Shopping Channel</a> or call 1-888-2020-888.</em>', 'Editor&#039;s pick: David Babaii for WildAid', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1461-revision', '', '', '2009-06-17 05:55:53', '2009-06-17 09:55:53', '', 1461, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1461-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18683, 1, '2009-06-16 06:05:38', '2009-06-16 10:05:38', 'I might have the weakest, wimpiest nails on the planet. They shred, flake, peel and rip—and every time I resort to the sealing properties of nail polish, when I remove said polish (or let''s face it, let it chip off) I''m left with an even worse situation than I started with. It''s a problem.\n\nLuckily I got a great tip from Tweezerman''s publicist last week that using a porcelain nail file (such as this one from Tweezerman, natch) actually <em>seals your nails</em> so they don''t tear or shred. Of course, you also need to file in one direction only—but you knew that already, right?\n\nP.S. This Tweezerman file is so elegant, it actually won a design award in Germany. And it lasts forever...', 'Must-have: Tweezerman Porcelain Nail File', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1446-revision', '', '', '2009-06-16 06:05:38', '2009-06-16 10:05:38', '', 1446, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1446-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18684, 1, '2009-06-15 06:28:32', '2009-06-15 10:28:32', 'Last week, I had the pleasure of catching up with the PR folks who rep Tweezerman... makers of not only the *best tweezers ever* but also several products for nails. (Note: They''re coming out with some tweezers, as well as mini-nail files, in the most adorable patterns—so stay tuned!)\n\nAnyway, we got talking about nail salons, and then I remembered this awesome video. There is brilliance here, people!\n\n<object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="425" height="344" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="src" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/SsWrY77o77o&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/SsWrY77o77o&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>', 'Beauty Video: Nail Salon', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1430-revision', '', '', '2009-06-15 06:28:32', '2009-06-15 10:28:32', '', 1430, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1430-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18685, 1, '2009-06-12 06:37:23', '2009-06-12 10:37:23', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-jackosbourne-main-0609.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1338" title="diary-jackosbourne-main-0609" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-jackosbourne-main-0609.jpg" alt="diary-jackosbourne-main-0609" width="425" height="500" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-sit-back-relax-and-staycation/" target="_blank">BEST. POST. EVER.</a> From one of my fave sites, <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com" target="_blank">The Frisky</a>:\n<blockquote>If you put on your bikini, grab yourself a fruity cocktail, then head out to the sun...in your own backyard –you’re on a stay-cation. Touted on every channel as the “stay at home and relax” vacation, it makes you feel that your lack of funds for a resort getaway is in fact a really great thing. That got us thinking that <strong>the obvs next step in this easy-to-do vacation trend should be an “escape” from your normal beauty routine. </strong>Want the ‘70s porn-bush you’ve always dreamed of? Take a “Beauty Vacation!” Want to let your leg hair run amok to its heart content? Let it grow, mama, let it GROW! Note: A “Beauty Vacation” takes more effort than just sitting on the couch, or lounging hairily in the sun:You have to completely commit yourself to not obsessively grooming the way you normally would.</blockquote>\nThe quotes some former beauty "naturalists" are hilarious. Like this one:\n<blockquote>“Bikini waxes don’t happen if I am not seeing someone. It does get pretty crazy down there. I once had a drought and didn’t groom the kitty for six months. I ended up waxing again even though there was no guy in sight, I was just grossed out.” <strong>—Alicia</strong></blockquote>\nAnd this—although Mom, hi! You might want to stop reading now.\n<blockquote>“Back in high school, I spent a couple week in the summer backpacking through the desert with a group. Unfortunately, the trip overlapped with my period, which was totally gross. And I wound up just walking around for days, on the rag, with out being able to wash my cooter. When it was finally done, I decided I could no longer resist this dude who I had been flirting with. So, I totally let him put the moves on me...but I should never have let him go downtown. I can only imagine what he saw. But the look on his face, scared me. I don’t camp anymore.” <strong>—Suzanne</strong></blockquote>\nHappy Friday, ladies! <strong>\n</strong>', 'Do you need a beauty vacation?', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1337-revision', '', '', '2009-06-12 06:37:23', '2009-06-12 10:37:23', '', 1337, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1337-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18686, 1, '2009-06-11 13:56:17', '2009-06-11 17:56:17', '<p style="text-align: left;">Today through Saturday at the Bay on Queen St., you can visit the Lancôme counter to experience a professional photo shoot with yourself as the muse. Lancôme’s makeup artist Lora Spiga and her team will retouch your makeup, and then you can get your picture taken in the style of Raphael Mazzucco, a Canadian fashion photographer (he''s also exhibiting during this week''s Luminato festival).</p>\nBooking: Call or visit the Lancôme counter at The Bay Queen to make your reservation.\n\nPhone: 416-861-4572\n\nAddress: 176 Yonge Street (at Queen St.)\n\nMore details <a href="http://www.art-of-visionary-beauty.ca/#/home" target="_blank">here</a>.', 'Toronto event: Your very own Lancôme photo shoot', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1423-revision', '', '', '2009-06-11 13:56:17', '2009-06-11 17:56:17', '', 1423, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1423-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18687, 1, '2009-06-11 12:07:02', '2009-06-11 16:07:02', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/deals-maybelline-pulse-perfection-0609.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1417" title="deals-maybelline pulse perfection-0609" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/deals-maybelline-pulse-perfection-0609.jpg" alt="deals-maybelline pulse perfection-0609" width="97" height="320" /></a>If you''ve been curious about the new vibrating mascaras, but were scared off by their hefty price tags, I''ve got some good news for you. Maybelline New York is launching their own version, called <a href="http://pulseperfection.ca/" target="_blank">Pulse Perfection</a>, and it''s just $18.99. (That''s less than half the price of Lancôme''s version... and since they''re both manufactured by the same company, L''Oréal, I''m guessing the technology is fairly similar.)\n\nMore good news: Starting today, you can be one of the first in Canada to get your hands on one, thanks to Well.ca''s exclusive pre-sale. It''s on for the next 48 hours, or while quantities last. Details <a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/maybelline-new-york-pulse_11771.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">here</a>.', 'Exclusive pre-sale: Maybelline New York Pulse Perfection Vibrating Mascara', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1416-revision', '', '', '2009-06-11 12:07:02', '2009-06-11 16:07:02', '', 1416, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1416-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18688, 1, '2009-06-11 06:48:58', '2009-06-11 10:48:58', 'I''m very picky about my body lotions. And not in the way you might think. A few years back, I did a story for a natural health magazine about beauty tips for pregnant women. I''ll always remember one of the naturopathic doctors telling me that women—even non-pregnant ones—shouldn''t apply products with parabens on the fattier areas of the body, such as bums, boobs, thighs and tummies. (The thinking being that these places are more likely to absorb and store the nasty chemicals.)\n\nOf course, the jury''s still out on whether or not that''s true... but I like to be on the safe side, so I''ve tried to use paraben-free body lotions ever since. My most recent discovery is the Tropical Bergamot lotion from UK line <a href="http://www.organicsurge.com/" target="_blank">Organic Surge</a> (now available at Shoppers). Not only does it contain 91 percent naturally-derived ingredients and certified organic extracts, it also smells yummy and fresh, and absorbs quickly. (I just HATE it when body lotions are too greasy, especially in the summer... don''t you?)\n\nIs it the most natural body lotion in the world? No, of course not. (You''ll notice they said their <em>ingredients </em>are natural/organic... NOT the body lotion itself.)  But still—for $7.99, it''s good value, and I''m happy to do without the chemicals, thankyouverymuch.\n\nBonus: I LOVE that the company actually puts asterisks beside some of the ingredients on the label that are hard to pronounce, and explains that they''re naturally-derived. (Like tocopherol, for example—it sounds scary but is in fact just the chemical name for plain old vitamin E.)\n\n<em>Priced at $7.99. Available at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canad</em><em>a.</em>', 'Editor&#039;s pick: Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Body Lotion', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1328-revision', '', '', '2009-06-11 06:48:58', '2009-06-11 10:48:58', '', 1328, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1328-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18689, 1, '2009-06-10 06:18:05', '2009-06-10 10:18:05', 'Would you believe me if I told you this body wash is only $9.97?\n\nAnd that it''s only available at Zellers, of all places?\n\nI know, I know—not the first place you think of for beauty products you want to display on your countertop. (I''ve got nothing against their brands, it''s just that they''re more of the hide-them-in-your-medicine-cabinet variety.)\n\nBut this new-ish line, called Exotic Rituals, is one I''d be proud to show off. How pretty is the pop art-meets-Bollywood packaging? The Indian Blossom collection includes a body lotion, a body wash and a bath and body oil—all with a suitably exotic scent. They''re also enriched with wheat germ oil and rose extract. Can you say BARGAIN?\n\n<em>Priced at $9.97 each. Available at Zellers stores across Canada.</em>', 'Out now: Exotic Rituals Indian Blossom collection', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1322-revision', '', '', '2009-06-10 06:18:05', '2009-06-10 10:18:05', '', 1322, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1322-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18690, 1, '2009-06-08 06:24:06', '2009-06-08 10:24:06', 'I''m mostly a lip balm/lip gloss kinda girl, but occasionally I''ll bust out a lipstick. But not just <em>any</em> lipstick. It has to be bold and bright—because to my eye, that''s what looks fresh. (On me, nudes and pale pinks are just blah.)\n\nI was given one of these hot little numbers (<strong>in Pop Pink—the ultimate summery bright</strong>) from Estée Lauder the other day, and now I''m IN LOVE. It''s mega-bright, but in a <em>good</em> (young, fresh, sets-off-a-summer-tan) way. AND to my delight, it isn''t actually a lipstick at all. I have no idea how they get lip gloss in a stick format these days, but I''m all over it, because it goes on sheer and it''s also moisturizing. I blot with a tissue to tone down the shine for a moist-but-matte effect.\n\n<em>Priced at $21 each. Available at Estée Lauder counters across Canada.</em>', 'Summer lips: Estée Lauder Pure Color Gloss Sticks', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1315-revision', '', '', '2009-06-08 06:24:06', '2009-06-08 10:24:06', '', 1315, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1315-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18691, 1, '2009-06-05 12:08:58', '2009-06-05 16:08:58', 'If you''re in Toronto this weekend, head on over to Yonge-Dundas Square to enjoy some beauty treats from L''Oréal Paris. To celebrate the opening weekend of <a href="http://www.luminato.com" target="_blank">Luminato</a>, Toronto''s annual festival of arts and creativity, they''re offering FREE hair and makeup makeovers in the L''Oréal Paris Beauty Tent. You''ll also get to take home a complimentary photograph of your new look.\n\n<strong>Makeovers are taking place </strong><strong>from 11am-11pm today, tomorrow and Sunday</strong>. L''Oréal Paris official makeup artist Eddie Maleterre and official hair artist and colourist Eric Del Monaco will also be sharing pro trips and trends at 12:30pm today and at 4pm on Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy!\n<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; text-align: justify;"></p>', 'Beauty freebie: Complimentary makeovers from L&#039;Oréal Paris this weekend in Toronto', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1306-revision', '', '', '2009-06-05 12:08:58', '2009-06-05 16:08:58', '', 1306, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1306-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18692, 1, '2009-06-05 06:24:57', '2009-06-05 10:24:57', 'Far be it from me to encourage web-surfing on a slow, hungover Friday... but if you''re so inclined, head on over to <a href="http://www.opi.com/" target="_blank">opi.com</a> to play with a fun new feature that allows you to "virtually" try on more than 200 shades of nail polish. The tool allows you to customize for skin tone, and most importantly, nail length. Because we all know that long, dark nails DO NOT look good. Right?', 'Friday time-waster: OPI Try It On Color Studio', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1299-revision', '', '', '2009-06-05 06:24:57', '2009-06-05 10:24:57', '', 1299, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1299-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18693, 1, '2009-06-04 06:33:18', '2009-06-04 10:33:18', 'Based on <a href="http://www.bellasugar.com/3063755" target="_blank">this review</a> over at BellaSugar, I''m dying to get my hands on one of <a href="http://www.lavanila.com/Healthy-Deodorant_c_16.html" target="_blank">these deodorants</a>.\n\nI''m a HUGE fan of <a href="http://www.lavanila.com/Fragrance_c_2.html" target="_blank">Lavanila''s fragrances</a>—I have the vanilla, vanilla-coconut and vanilla-grapefruit—because they''re among the few scents that don''t give me a fit of allergic sneezes the minute I spray them on. Lavanila''s products are also all-natural, and the deodorants don''t contain any aluminum OR parabens. Score!\n\nAnd if they don''t make you stink? I''m sold! Because let''s face it: finding a natural deodorant that works is akin to the search for the Holy Grail.', 'Out now: LaVanila The Healthy Deodorant', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1291-revision', '', '', '2009-06-04 06:33:18', '2009-06-04 10:33:18', '', 1291, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1291-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18694, 1, '2009-06-03 06:19:35', '2009-06-03 10:19:35', '<object width="480" height="295"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_W7jC61rlWw&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_W7jC61rlWw&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="295"></embed></object>\n\nEver wished you had a dermatologist on speed-dial?\n\nNow you can tap into the next best thing. New York dermatologist Dr. Neal Schultz recently launched his own YouTube channel called <a href="http://www.dermtv.com/" target="_blank">DermTV</a>, where he tackles common skincare questions. Shown here: the <a href="http://www.dermtv.com/three-essential-daily-skincare-products" target="_blank">three essential skincare products you need</a>.\n\nAlso worth watching: <a href="http://www.dermtv.com/5-easy-steps-beautiful-skin-summer" target="_blank">five steps for beautiful summer skin</a>. Browse the archives <a href="http://www.dermtv.com/episodes?page=1" target="_blank">here</a>.', 'Beauty resource: DermTV', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1286-revision', '', '', '2009-06-03 06:19:35', '2009-06-03 10:19:35', '', 1286, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1286-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18695, 1, '2009-06-02 06:34:43', '2009-06-02 10:34:43', 'I was at not one but TWO beauty events recently where man-makeup was touted as a "hot new trend." (Although one of the companies did say that men are still shy about making makeup purchases. Ya think?)\n\nStill, the trend has already materialized in some higher-end lines. Photo here''s from a <a href="http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touche-eclat-for-men-ysl" target="_blank">YSL men''s concealer launch</a> in the UK last fall. And Jean-Paul Gaultier <a href="http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2008/04/jean_paul_gaultiers_new_line_o.html" target="_blank">launched</a> a men''s makeup line called Monsieur last year. Is it only a matter of time before this trickles down to the mainstream? Eek!\n\nThinking back, it''s been a slippery slope. We all thought a little man-moisturizer was harmless, right? It was only fair for guys to step up their grooming routines in light of how much time we ladies spend buffing, tweezing and styling.... Right?\n\nWell, no. I take it all back. I don''t know about you, but I don''t want to live in a world where my guy is "borrowing" my eyeliner (guyliner) or sporting more mascara (manscara) than I am. You?', 'Disturbing new trend: Man-makeup', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1280-revision', '', '', '2009-06-02 06:34:43', '2009-06-02 10:34:43', '', 1280, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/06/1280-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18696, 1, '2009-05-29 06:45:19', '2009-05-29 11:45:19', '<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-fergie-hair-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1255" title="celebs-fergie-hair-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-fergie-hair-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-fergie-hair-0509" width="403" height="522" /></a></p>\n\nOkay, Fergie. I was willing to overlook the unfortunate decision to venture over to the dark side. Most of us do it at some point—we get tired of the blonde and think dark chestnut locks will be sooo much more glamorous and flattering. It''s a phase, fine—I know you''ll grow out of it like I did.\n\nBut this? This I can''t forgive. Is this a braid or a remnant from your basket-weaving class? And is that duct tape I see instead of an elastic? For shame. Didn''t you listen to <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/04/14/makeunder-candidate-of-the-week-tori-spelling/" target="_blank">the advice I gave Tori</a>? The stronger your features are, the softer your hairdo should be. It''s just a matter of self-acceptance, like how I can no longer wear hot pants, miniskirts and possibly even bathing suits.', 'Fergie&#039;s Hair: Wrong on Many Levels', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1252-revision', '', '', '2009-05-29 06:45:19', '2009-05-29 11:45:19', '', 1252, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1252-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18697, 1, '2009-05-28 06:04:46', '2009-05-28 11:04:46', 'Good morning, reader! See this haircut? Wait—correction: see these TWO haircuts? Yeah. In front, there''s a nice, normal bob with a sideswept bang. Not the most stylish look in the world, but perfectly suitable... until you catch a glimpse of whatever the F is going on in back. Did she let her kids do this with a pair of those craft scissors?\n\nPlease, dear reader. I know I sound like I''m preaching from my lofty beauty tower here, but please promise me you''ll NEVER get this haircut. I mean, sure, the lady has eight kids—but she also has a big reality show (<em><a href="http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/jon-and-kate/jon-and-kate.html" target="_blank">Jon and Kate Plus 8</a></em> on TLC, if you were wondering), so it can''t be <em>that hard</em> to find a decent hairdresser....\n\nThen again, Kate here doesn''t think there''s a problem with it, according to this quote (via <a href="http://www.celebitchy.com/51443/kate_gosselins_hair_reverse_mullet_or_trendsetting_style/" target="_blank">Celebitchy</a>, who have dubbed the style a "reverse mullet"):\n<blockquote><em>Jon &amp; Kate Plus</em> 8 reality star Kate Gosselin bragged last week that her bizarre asymmetric long in front-spiky in the back hairstyle reflected her attitude and that “everyone wants it,” claiming her hairstylist “gets calls from across the country.”</blockquote>\nReally, Kate? If that''s true then my work here, spreading the beauty gospel, is needed WAY MORE than I thought.', 'Public Service Announcement: Kate Gosselin&#039;s Unfortunate Haircut', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1260-revision', '', '', '2009-05-28 06:04:46', '2009-05-28 11:04:46', '', 1260, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1260-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18698, 1, '2009-05-27 06:34:56', '2009-05-27 10:34:56', 'There are many things I love about summer: longer days, wearing sundresses and sandals, and the feel of sun (finally!) on bare skin after a winter under wraps. What I don''t love, however, is how shiny my skin can get. It''s partially the warmer weather, but also my usual winter moisturizer—which is why I recently switched to this one from Kiehl''s. It''s an oil-free salicylic acid formulation, but unlike many similar products, hydrates well and doesn''t sting or leave my skin flaky and irritated. (Rather miraculous.) But that acid is still working—it, along with extracts of cinammon bark and ginger root, helps pores look smaller and leaves me with a nice, matte finish. Bonus: the salicylic acid keeps blemishes at bay too.', 'Editor&#039;s pick: Kiehl&#039;s Blue Herbal Moisturizer', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1245-revision', '', '', '2009-05-27 06:34:56', '2009-05-27 10:34:56', '', 1245, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1245-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0);
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(18699, 1, '2009-05-26 06:06:18', '2009-05-26 10:06:18', 'Two words: <strong>dry shampoo</strong>. You need some, especially if you''ve got fine hair like moi. It''s a must-have for making your fancy blow-out last—or if you simply want to get out of the habit of daily washing, which makes colour fade faster. It also gives your hair this wonderful next-day texture that I think can actually look better than squeaky-clean hair.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tips-ojon-dry-shampoo-0509.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1233" title="tips-ojon-dry-shampoo-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tips-ojon-dry-shampoo-0509-150x150.jpg" alt="tips-ojon-dry-shampoo-0509" width="150" height="150" /></a>The problem with many dry shampoos (I''m looking at you, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P216709&amp;categoryId=B70" target="_blank">Klorane</a>) is that they spray on white*. Unless you''re a platinum blonde or very good at strategic application, this can make you look like you''re going prematurely gray. That''s one reason why my new favourite one is <a href="http://www.ojon.com/products/OJRU0134U" target="_blank">Ojon Rub-Out Dry Cleanser</a>, which doesn''t leave any chalky white residue. It also makes my hair feel cleaner than any dry shampoo I''ve tried, maybe because it contains oil-absorbing Amazonian white clay, silk powder and rice and potato starches.\n\n* Bumble and Bumble, which I generally think is a fantastic brand, came out with a line of <a href="http://www.bumbleandbumble.com/product/spp.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT72&amp;PRODUCT_ID=177" target="_blank">tinted hair powders</a> a few years ago. But I don''t love them. Yes, they solve the problem of grayish roots. But who wants to touch their hair and get chalky brown powder all over their hands? I need my dry shampoo to make me feel cleaner, and this doesn''t.\n\nTo use a dry shampoo, you first need to shake it vigorously, otherwise it can clog. Then, holding it about 12 inches or so away from your head, spray it at your roots only. With Ojon''s, you''re supposed to gently rub it into your scalp and then brush to evenly distribute the product. It takes a couple of minutes to work so you''ll probably want to finish with a final brush-out before styling.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tips-benefit-shower-cap-0509.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-1234" title="tips-benefit-shower-cap-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tips-benefit-shower-cap-0509-150x150.jpg" alt="tips-benefit-shower-cap-0509" width="150" height="150" /></a>Another trick to squeezing more mileage out of a blow-out is to <strong>wash your bangs only</strong>, then blow-dry them to re-style them. Be careful about getting the rest of your hair wet, though. A cute shower cap can help—I like <a href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/gp/product/B000JJNGYO?bcBrand=core" target="_blank">Benefit''s Bathina Shower Cap</a>, which I can only find on their UK site. Please don''t say it''s discontinued, Benefit!\n\nIt''s also helpful to sleep with your hair <strong>loosely tied back</strong> (and bangs pinned away from your face)—it will keep any waves in place and prevent hair from getting frizzy or greasy. But you can always refresh the top layers with a flat-iron or curling iron.\n\nAnd finally, <strong>resist the urge to touch your hair</strong>. It transfers the oil from your hands on to your locks. So hands off!', 'How-to: Make your blow-out last', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1232-revision', '', '', '2009-05-26 06:06:18', '2009-05-26 10:06:18', '', 1232, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1232-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18700, 1, '2009-05-22 07:01:57', '2009-05-22 12:01:57', 'It''s hard to believe Cameron Diaz is 36, no? Not because I think she looks that much younger (I actually think all that outdoor surfing, back when she was Justin Timberlake''s girlfriend, probably took a toll, leading to crow''s feet around her eyes). It''s more just the shock I feel when seeing that celebrities age too. Just the other day I was watching the movie <em>Top Gun</em> and thinking, who IS the guy playing Goose (the sidekick of Maverick, a.k.a. Tom Cruise), because he''s awfully cute, yet somehow familiar. I Googled it, and lo and behold, the face of Dr. Greene (from <em>ER</em>) appears on my screen. SRSLY? It''s Anthony Edwards—now decidedly middle-aged and bald as can be. I couldn''t help but feel a little nostalgic for the man that was, back in 1986.\n\nNot that I''m an age-ist, of course. In fact, I still think Dr. Greene is cute. Ish. But back to Cameron, who graces the cover of <em>Vogue</em>''s June issue. Here''s what she said about aging gracefully:\n<blockquote>"If you are a woman who''s been labeled as a sex symbol... if you see yourself that way, inevitably you get to a point when you are no longer a sex symbol. And if you can''t move past that, you''re putting a limit on yourself; you''re arresting your development. And that''s where I think a lot of women get in trouble. I mean, I''m not 25 years old anymore, nor do I want to be. I wouldn''t even want to go back to being 30. You know what I mean?"</blockquote>\nDo you agree? I don''t think aging means you have to give up on being a sex symbol (though strutting around in too-revealing or too-tight clothing is a definite no-no past age 25). But I think Cammy''s on to something when she talks about accepting your age and being comfortable in your own skin. If only more women shared this attitude in Hollywood (and beyond)!', 'Cameron Diaz on aging gracefully', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1185-revision', '', '', '2009-05-22 07:01:57', '2009-05-22 12:01:57', '', 1185, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1185-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18701, 1, '2009-05-21 07:04:17', '2009-05-21 11:04:17', '<strong>What it is</strong>: Lipstick that doubles as an <em>objet d''art</em>.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Confession: I have a stash of to-die-for beauty booty that I''ve collected over the years, and a great deal of it—at least from YSL, Dior and Guerlain—is still in its original packaging. It''s just too darn pretty for me to mess it up by actually <em>using</em> it. <em>Quelle horreur</em>! I''d rather collect it. Some people hoard antiques, I hoard makeup.\n\nThis new lippie from Guerlain is going straight to my collection. The curvy, white-gold packaging was created by Lorenz Bäumer, a famous French jeweler, so it''s no wonder it looks like a little jewel itself. But it''s not just gorge to look at it. It''s completely functional, thanks to the hidden mirror that automatically opens when you click the button on the side.\n\nOf course, if you want to actually <em>use</em> this, you''ll be happy to know it comes in 25 shades: 10 nudes ranging from light beige to chocolate brown, and 15 colours (I like Geisha, a cherry red, and Gaela, a strawberry pink). And while I can''t personally vouch for how it goes on, I have it on good authority that it has a smoothing and plumping effect, thanks to hyaluronic acid spheres and wild mango butter.\n\n<em>Priced at $48. Available at Guerlain Boutiques &amp; Institutes in Toronto and Montreal and Holt Renfrew and Ogilvy stores across Canada.</em>', 'What&#039;s new: Guerlain Rouge G', 'Lipstick that doubles as an <i>objet d''art</i>.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1166-revision', '', '', '2009-05-21 07:04:17', '2009-05-21 11:04:17', '', 1166, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1166-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18702, 1, '2009-05-20 07:24:42', '2009-05-20 11:24:42', '<strong>What it is</strong>: A budge-proof liner in the ultimate summery shade.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: I thought blue eyeliner was best left in the ''80s, until I had my makeup done by the delightful <a href="http://www.andreaclairewalmsley.com/" target="_blank">Andrea Claire</a> a couple of years back. I was working on a story for <em>FASHION</em> on where to go for beauty lessons (whether for makeup, brows or hairstyling), and discovered that she offered makeup lessons out of her home. (Sadly, that''s no longer the case, since she fell in love and moved to Singapore. Boo!) Anyway, at the time not only did she help me sort through all my makeup—I lugged it there so she could tell me what to keep and what to toss—but she also gave me insanely pretty eye makeup that included, yes, blue eyeliner.\n\nI can''t remember exactly how she did it, but it involved first lining the eyes <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/05/08/fine-line-hayden-panettiere/" target="_blank">like so</a> with a darker black or brown liner. (That''s what we, in beauty-speak, call "grounding" it.) Then, <strong>on the bottom lids only</strong>, she layered the blue just underneath the dark liner—something I never in a million years would have thought to try myself. But I''ve used this trick again and again, and it''s truly the <strong>best way to wear coloured liner without looking freakishly overdone</strong>. And of course, this Lise Watier liner is the perfect one to use, because it''s waterproof, has a hint of metallic and can be worn day or night. Just pack it away after, say, mid-September.\n\n<em>Priced at $16. Available at drugstores and mass-market retailers across Canada.</em>', 'Out now: Lise Watier Eye Shine in Bleu Lagoon', 'Find out the best way to wear coloured eyeliner—and the best product to use.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1173-revision', '', '', '2009-05-20 07:24:42', '2009-05-20 11:24:42', '', 1173, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1173-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18703, 1, '2009-05-19 07:15:23', '2009-05-19 11:15:23', '<strong>What it is</strong>: All you need for evening eyes.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Last week, I had to get my makeup done for a work-related photo. (It was shot by a real photographer and everything—fancy!) There was budget for a makeup artist too, so I naturally called on my friend <a href="http://www.imabeautygeek.com" target="_blank">Janine</a> (a makeup artist and fellow beauty writer and blogger) to give me the pro treatment.\n\nI wanted to look like <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/05/11/mandy-moore-woman-of-1000-hairstyles/" target="_blank">this</a>, so she smoked up my eyes like nobody''s business. (Also because professional lighting requires a heavy hand with makeup... it washes out your features so you need A LOT.) During the shoot, I was more than a little awkward doing the poses—why didn''t I study <em>America''s Next Top Model</em> beforehand? But at least my makeup made me feel like a supermodel.\n\nAnyway, it got me thinking, why don''t I make more of an effort to do this myself sometime? (I know the answer—I prefer sleep to makeup in the mornings.) But then I came across this new little kit from Benefit. You don''t have to be a <a href="http://www.imabeautygeek.com" target="_blank">Janine</a>—or have tons of time—to get gorgeous smoky eyes; this contains step-by-step, no-fail instructions. (Honestly, why don''t all compacts come with those?) It also has every product you need: Three shadows, a double-sided brush, liner and eye brightening cream. You can even do your brows too, thanks to brow wax and miniature tweezers.\n\n<em>Priced at $42. Available at Holt Renfrew on Bloor St. in Toronto and Murale, Sephora and Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Boutiques across Canada.</em>', 'Out now: Benefit Smokin&#039; Eyes Sexy Eye &amp; Brow Makeover Kit', 'Let''s just call this Creating a Smoky Eye for Dummies. Genius!', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1151-revision', '', '', '2009-05-19 07:15:23', '2009-05-19 11:15:23', '', 1151, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1151-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18704, 1, '2009-05-18 07:46:50', '2009-05-18 11:46:50', '<strong>What it is</strong>: A cult favourite, 100 percent natural lip balm—now with broad-spectrum sun protection.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Back in the day (read: before I got into beauty writing), Burt''s Bees was one of those sought-after but hard-to-find brands that I lusted after when reading U.S. magazines. They didn''t advertise, and you certainly couldn''t find them at drugstores like you can now—which of course only fueled my obsession with finding (and trying) their products.\n\nOver the years, their distribution grew, and I tested A LOT of Burt''s stuff (I''m a closet hippie, remember?). But I didn''t jump on the lip balm bandwagon until recently. You see, I was obsessed with Kiehl''s—another cult classic—and I liked the fact that their balms came with SPF. (Because let''s face it: burning your lips is a royal pain... in the lips.)\n\nBut then I attended a talk by eco-beauty expert (and founder of <a href="http://www.intelligentnutrients.com" target="_blank">Intelligent Nutrients</a> and Aveda) Horst Rechelbacher, which scared the bejeezus out of me. I''ve <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/04/19/josie-maran-plumping-lip-gloss/" target="_blank">posted about this </a>before: We ingest whatever we put on our lips, and the pathway under the tongue is one of the <span style="text-decoration: underline;">fastest routes</span> that scary chemical substances—like the sunscreen actives oxybenzone and octinoxate—can take straight into the bloodstream. Yikes!\n\nThat''s why this new product will be a summer staple for me. Not only is it just as soothing and moisturizing as the original version, but it also has titanium dioxide, a naturally-occuring mineral that creates a barrier to reflect the sun''s harmful rays. So now we don''t have to make the trade-off between sun protection and safety.\n\n<em>Priced at $4.49. Available at specialty, health and drug stores across Canada.</em>', 'Out now: Burt&#039;s Bees Sun Protecting Lip Balm SPF 8', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1142-revision', '', '', '2009-05-18 07:46:50', '2009-05-18 11:46:50', '', 1142, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1142-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18705, 1, '2009-05-13 07:00:53', '2009-05-13 11:00:53', 'I think cleansers are the most neglected beauty products around. Most of us focus solely on the ever-expanding army of topical lotions, creams and serums available, which promise to dramatically change our lives (or at least cure acne, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation). <strong>Is it any wonder that cleansers get overlooked?</strong> After all, they just wash down the drain—not stay on your face.\n\nPersonally, I''ve tested all kinds of cleansers over the years (both natural and otherwise): Dermalogica, SK-II, Cetaphil, Body Shop, Kiehl''s, NARS and Juice Beauty, to name a few. All were... adequate. But I never raved about anything until I discovered the Citrus Exfoliating Wash from Eminence Organics, a Hungarian line of handmade products with <strong>extremely high fruit content</strong>. The thinking is that the actual fruit pulp, seeds and peel can deliver healing powers you can''t re-create in a lab.\n\nI know most organic stuff is way over-hyped (and not necessarily natural), but if you''ve got normal or oily skin, then you really do have to try this to believe it. The <strong>juicy, mouthwatering, limey-grapefruit scent</strong> will blow your mind, I promise. And yes, that''s <strong>REAL lime juice</strong>, which is great for your skin, too. Lime has astringent qualities that will help your pores look smaller and smoother, plus it''s high in vitamin C, which has antioxidant properties.\n\nThe texture is a gel with tiny silica beads that ever-so-gently buff away dead skin cells. Plus it contains <strong>grapefruit seed and peel</strong> (also great grease-cutters) that for me at least, eliminate the need for makeup remover as a pre-step. With all this buffing and astringent action, you''d think this product would leave your skin dry or irritated—but no. It''s extremely gentle and the <strong>shea butter extract</strong> helps leave my borderline sensitive skin hydrated and softened.\n\nOh, and did I mention it''s organic? (Duh.) Eminence products are handmade, without any heating or hydrogenating processes, so there are absolutely no nasties. Honestly, I could almost drink the stuff. G&amp;T with lime, anyone?\n\n<em>Priced at $46. Available at spas and salons across Canada; call 1-888-747-6342 to find one near you.</em>', 'Editor&#039;s pick: Eminence Organics Citrus Exfoliating Wash', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1079-revision', '', '', '2009-05-13 07:00:53', '2009-05-13 11:00:53', '', 1079, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1079-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18706, 1, '2009-05-12 07:00:47', '2009-05-12 11:00:47', 'Did you know that uneven skin tone can <a href="http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2006-10/msl-wst102406.php" target="_blank">add up to 12 years to your perceived age</a>? It''s also, according to <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/07/fashion/07skin.html?_r=1&amp;ref=health" target="_blank">this story</a> in <em>The New York Times</em>, catching up with dry skin and wrinkles as one of women''s biggest skincare concerns—more than one-third of American women are worried about it. In some ways, I think this is a great development, because it shows we''re thinking more about the <strong>quality, texture and luminosity of our skin</strong>, instead of single-mindedly focusing on wrinkles (and covering up everything else with heavy makeup). But I hate to break it to you: Uneven tone is also <strong>one of the trickiest beauty problems to solve.</strong>\n\nBlotchy pigmentation can come about after hormonal changes like pregnancy or a stint on the birth control pill. Sun damage is also to blame, and then there are those of us who get the pesky dark marks (called post-inflammatory pigmentation) that come after a blemish and can linger for MONTHS.\n\nUnfortunately, no product is going to even out your complexion overnight. Nor is there one single ingredient that you should look for. (Hydroquinone, a bleaching agent, used to be the gold standard, but it''s falling out of favour because some studies link it to increased cancer risk. So not worth it.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-ole-henriksen-truth-serum-0509.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1124" title="diary-ole-henriksen-truth-serum-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-ole-henriksen-truth-serum-0509.jpg" alt="diary-ole-henriksen-truth-serum-0509" width="250" height="300" /></a>Instead, you should look for brightening products that contain a variety of ingredients, all of which <strong>inhibit melanin production</strong>: Soy, mulberry, vitamin C and kojic acid are a few of the players. I''ve used Dermalogica Night Bright (now discontinued and replaced by <a href="http://www.dermalogica.com/ca/products.html#/products/skin-concerns/uneven-skin-tone/pure-night" target="_blank">Pure Night</a>), <a href="http://www.olehenriksen.com/product_detail.asp?Product_ID=16" target="_blank">Ole Henriksen Truth Serum </a>and <a href="http://www.mediqueskincare.com/products/remedial/VitaminC.html" target="_blank">Medique Vitamin C Serum </a>with good, although not miraculous, results. (Tip: If you suffer from post-acne marks, start applying the serum the minute the blemish has resolved.)\n\nOf course, you should always see a dermatologist if you have more pronounced hyperpigmentation or age spots. He or she may give you a prescription-strength <strong>retinoid</strong> or hydroquinone product... but the former can be tough on sensitive skin and cause redness (and the latter, as I said, I''m not a fan of).\n\n<strong>Intense pulsed light treatments</strong> can also help resolve uneven skin tone, but know that you''re looking at a series of treatments, which can get costly. <strong>Chemical peels</strong> are another option, but I''m on the fence about all this hyper-exfoliation. The idea is that removing the upper layer of dead skin cells will reveal brighter, more even skin underneath. But in my experience, you can risk <em>even more</em> pigmentation problems if your skin happens to flake off too quickly post-peel. That''s what happened to me (just from normal face-washing, a couple of days after my low-grade peel), and I developed a dark patch on my skin that made my complexion look worse than it did before. Then there''s the other issue—that if you have too many peels, they''ll also weaken your skin and leave it more fragile in the long run. You''ll also be more vulnerable to that very sun damage you were trying to avoid. No thanks!\n\nI think, as with most things in life, it''s best to <strong>stick to the basics</strong>. Exfoliate gently a couple of times a week and use a brightening serum or moisturizer. Use sunscreen, but don''t rely on it to protect you all day—it''s even better to just stay in the shade. Address the underlying cause of hyperpigmentation problems (if it''s something like persistent hormonal acne, for example). It can take up to four months to see results, so most of all—although I know it''s not the answer you''re looking for—be patient.', 'How-to: Even out your skin tone', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1120-revision', '', '', '2009-05-12 07:00:47', '2009-05-12 11:00:47', '', 1120, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1120-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18707, 1, '2009-05-11 07:00:18', '2009-05-11 12:00:18', 'Do you have a Hair Icon? For me, it''s Mandy Moore all the way. Whenever I''m looking for a photo of a hairstyle I''d like to try, my go-to is Mandy—because chances are, she''s already done it.\n\nIt really is staggering, once you start Googling, to see the number of different cuts and colours the new Mrs. Ryan Adams has tried over the years. At right, my absolute favourite—and what I asked my colourist to achieve this weekend. We didn''t go quite that red, mainly because of my paranoid fear of obvious roots, but next time I''ll probably dial it up a notch. Baby steps. I''m coveting Mandy''s bangs here too, but that''s a whole other story. I''m still growing out a hatchet-job from over a year ago that left me looking something like <a href="http://photos.tmz.com/galleries/bad_bangs" target="_blank">this</a>, so I''m hesitant to take scissors to them again. Yes, there''s a lot of fear involved with me and a trip to the hairdresser.\n\nMandy, however, is totally fearless when it comes to her locks. So in her honour, I pulled together this short retrospective. Save and print for your next trip to the hair salon!<!--more-->\n\nMandy first burst on to the scene with blonde, flat-ironed hair. Very late ''90s.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-straight-hair-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1099" title="celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-straight-hair-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-straight-hair-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-straight-hair-0509" width="355" height="445" /></a>\n\nLater, she went curly, in a Pop Princess circa 2001 sort of way:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-curls-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1101" title="celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-curls-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-curls-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-curls-0509" width="240" height="320" /></a>\n\nBut we didn''t really take notice of Mandy until she dramatically chopped it all off and went darker. (Unfortunately, she also loaded up on the fake tan.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-short-dark-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1103" title="celebs-mandy-moore-short-dark-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-short-dark-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-short-dark-0509" width="400" height="400" /></a>\n\nThis bobbed style is cute as a button:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-brown-bob-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1104" title="celebs-mandy-moore-brown-bob-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-brown-bob-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-brown-bob-0509" width="360" height="460" /></a>\n\nThis might be the only Mandy style that I''m not a fan of. It just says TV anchorwoman, not stylish celebrity...\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-brown-with-bangs-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1106" title="celebs-mandy-moore-brown-with-bangs-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-brown-with-bangs-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-brown-with-bangs-0509" width="360" height="460" /></a>\n\nLOVE this auburn shade:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-auburn-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1108" title="celebs-mandy-moore-auburn-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-auburn-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-auburn-0509" width="360" height="460" /></a>\n\nMandy looks Bardot-esque in this ''60s-style ''do:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-bardot-style-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1109" title="celebs-mandy-moore-bardot-style-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-bardot-style-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-bardot-style-0509" width="300" height="400" /></a>\n\nCould this long and straight style be any sexier?\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-brown-straight-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1111" title="celebs-mandy-moore-brown-straight-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-brown-straight-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-brown-straight-0509" width="300" height="400" /></a>\n\nAlmost-black hair looks dramatic and sultry:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-dark-chestnut-hair-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1112" title="celebs-mandy-moore-dark-chestnut-hair-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-dark-chestnut-hair-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-dark-chestnut-hair-0509" width="240" height="320" /></a>\n\nThis is a classic, medium-length cut that can easily look boring, but somehow Mandy pulls it off in style:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-medium-length-brown-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1113" title="celebs-mandy-moore-medium-length-brown-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-medium-length-brown-0509-226x300.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-medium-length-brown-0509" width="226" height="300" /></a>\n\nPretty sure this blonde, California-chick look came courtesy of extensions, but it still looks cute...\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-extensions-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1115" title="20050918_ddd_c75_066.jpg" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-extensions-0509.jpg" alt="20050918_ddd_c75_066.jpg" width="261" height="400" /></a>\n\nThis side-parted, honey-coloured bob is Mandy''s latest style—although who knows, that could change tomorrow!\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-bob-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1116" title="celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-bob-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-bob-0509.jpg" alt="celebs-mandy-moore-blonde-bob-0509" width="300" height="400" /></a>', 'Mandy Moore: Woman of 1,000 Hairstyles', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1092-revision', '', '', '2009-05-11 07:00:18', '2009-05-11 12:00:18', '', 1092, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1092-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18708, 1, '2009-05-08 07:15:40', '2009-05-08 11:15:40', 'It''s hard to believe that Hayden Panettiere (shown here at the L.A. premiere of <em>Star Trek</em>) is only 19. I''m not sure what it is about her style that''s so aging, but I''ve always figured she was at least in her 30s. (It also doesn''t help that she <em>dates</em> <a href="http://www.whosdatedwho.com/celebrities/people/dating/milo-ventimiglia.htm" target="_blank">guys in their 30s</a>, which is just... yuck.)\n\nBut nevermind—I''m all over this mega-eyeliner, which looks good whether you''re 19 or 39. (Hey, Donna Karan <a href="http://images.google.ca/imgres?imgurl=http://www.nymag.com/daily/intel/08_donnakaran_lgl.jpg&amp;imgrefurl=http://nymag.com/daily/intel/2008/02/peta_causes_a_ruckus_in_the_ho.html&amp;usg=__ixt5bzyJ5_RcKCpTz7lMrSmobwI=&amp;h=250&amp;w=250&amp;sz=19&amp;hl=en&amp;start=18&amp;um=1&amp;tbnid=SUwNtiDIJ1hCaM:&amp;tbnh=111&amp;tbnw=111&amp;prev=/images%3Fq%3Ddonna%2Bkaran%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DN%26um%3D1" target="_blank">still rocks</a> a modified version of it, and she''s 61!)\n\nIt''s tricky to get right, though. The two big challenges are perfecting your application technique and making sure your eyeliner stays put. And <strong>you can''t use just any liner</strong>. You want the best quality, blackest-black, most waterproof one that you can get your hands on. I''m still searching for the perfect one, but <a href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B001L1J1B6/sr=1-6/qid=1241233801/ref=sr_1_6/181-0827921-8068013?ie=UTF8&amp;n=164991011&amp;bcBrand=core" target="_blank">Benefit''s BADgal Waterproof Liner</a> does the job.\n\nNow get in front of a mirror, take a deep breath, gently pull the skin taut and start lining. Some people like to work from the outside corner in towards the centre, but I do the opposite—you get a better flick at the outer edges that way. (Although that''s more of a ''60s look, which Hayden isn''t really sporting here.)\n\nWhatever you do, don''t bother with short, feathery strokes. In the words of makeup artist extraordinaire Val Garland (who I met the other week when she was in town for a YSL launch), <strong>be confident about it</strong>. Practice makes perfect—and you can always go over the line after with more liner or shadow.\n\nIf you want your eyes to really pop, you''re also going to need to line the inner lash line, which is an admittedly scary thing to do but well worth trying. (Then, you''ll get so used to it that you''ll be like me—I just jam that pencil in there and go to town, it''s so easy.) What you do is place your forefinger against your lashes and gently pull up the upper lid. Then, use a clean, freshly sharpened liner to carefully darken underneath the lashes. Repeat on the lower lid.\n\n<em>Et voila!</em> Now go rock the look, and pray for air conditioning.', 'Fine line: Hayden Panettiere', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1052-revision', '', '', '2009-05-08 07:15:40', '2009-05-08 11:15:40', '', 1052, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1052-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18709, 1, '2009-05-07 06:35:39', '2009-05-07 10:35:39', 'I''ve always described Jessica Biel as handsome. (Does it sound weird to use the "always" in that sentence? As if discussing Jessica Biel''s appearance on a <em>very regular basis</em> is a normal thing to do? Clearly, I''ve been working in beauty too long. This is what we do.) Anyway, it''s not that she''s not attractive. But there''s a definite masculinity there that I can''t quite place my finger on. Speaking in Hepburn terms, she''s definitely a Katherine, not an Audrey.\n\nWhen it comes to the red carpet, I often think Jess would rather be hanging at a sports bar instead of posing in heels and a gown. I suspect she''s one of those celebs who are downright lost without their stylists—although she should definitely fire whoever she''s working with these days. Did anyone see the disastrous shoes she wore at the Oscars? FAIL!\n\nBut back to beauty. (I do have a point, I promise!) Poor Jess has one amazing quality that I think makes up for her lack of fashion savvy. Girlfriend''s got GREAT skin. I made this pic big so y''all can see it close up. (It''s from last week''s Cartier 100th Anniversary in America Celebration in New York.) This is an untouched paparazzi shot, and as you can see, she''s flawless.\n\nIncidentally, Revlon announced last week that Jessica is their newest face. Coincidence? I think not.', 'Flawless skin: Jessica Biel', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1042-revision', '', '', '2009-05-07 06:35:39', '2009-05-07 10:35:39', '', 1042, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1042-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18710, 1, '2009-05-06 06:45:21', '2009-05-06 10:45:21', 'Although I''m lucky enough to have a job that involves a great deal of "testing" of luxury beauty products, I have to admit that I''m a hippie chick at heart. Sorry, Holt Renfrew. Set me loose in a health food store and I''m happiest. (Maybe it''s the fact that they hold more uncharted beauty territory. Where else can you find obscure brands of phthalate-free nail polish, all-natural fragrances AND organic tampons?)\n\nHowever, unless you live near a Noah''s or a Whole Foods, your eco-beauty choices in Canada have been pretty limited... until now. I''m pleased to share with you a few great, green discoveries in online shopping:\n<ul>\n	<li>Well.ca have just launched their <a href="http://well.ca/green?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Green &amp; Natural store</a>, which offers a selection of organic and vegan products from brands like Green Beaver, Burt''s Bees, Dr. Bronner''s, Kiss My Face, Juice Beauty and Weleda. (View the entire lineup <a href="http://well.ca/green/brand/index.html" target="_blank">here</a>.) Shipping is free to any destination in Canada, and there''s no minimum order!</li>\n	<li><a href="http://www.lilou-organics.com" target="_blank">Lilou Organics</a> is another Canadian online shop with an edited-down selection of the purest products out there. (Because truth be told, not everything labelled "organic" or "natural" is free of the nasties.) Top picks include Pangaea Organics, John Masters Organics, Dr. Hauschka and the Cream Perfume Company. Shipping is free in Canada on overs over $100.</li>\n	<li>Everything at <a href="http://www.saffronrouge.com" target="_blank">Saffron Rouge</a> is made with genuine organic ingredients and without the plastics, silicones, petroleum, artificial fragrances and dyes that you''ll find in most mainstream beauty products. With more than 1,000 different <a href="http://www.saffronrouge.com/brands" target="_blank">offerings</a>—including Jurlique skincare, Nvey Eco Makeup and Intelligent Nutrients hair care—you''re sure to find a few new favourites. Shipping is free on Canadian orders over $95.</li>\n	<li><a href="http://www.futurenatural.com" target="_blank">Futurenatural</a> is a U.S.-based online beauty shop dedicated to the "<span style="color: #0f1f0a;">best natural &amp; organic beauty brands in the world." This is the place to go for hard-to-find brands like Kimberly Sayer of London (one of my personal favourites!), Suki Naturals, Nature Girl and Jo Wood Organics (a fantastic line which, sadly, was discontinued at Holt Renfrew last year). Though the prices are in US dollars, they do ship to Canada for a flat rate of US$20 on all orders up to five pounds in weight.</span></li>\n</ul>', 'New green beauty online shopping options!', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1037-revision', '', '', '2009-05-06 06:45:21', '2009-05-06 10:45:21', '', 1037, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1037-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18711, 1, '2009-05-05 06:07:32', '2009-05-05 11:07:32', 'At a cost of around $200 and up, Botox isn''t exactly a budget-friendly beauty treatment. Now some experts are touting facial massage as an alternative that produces similar results on lines and wrinkles—without hitting your pocketbook. How so? The thinking is that it increases circulation, relaxes muscles and lowers wrinkle-causing stress hormones. (But not, of course, if you''ve got dragon-lady nails like the lady in this picture—ouch! Please file first, Gentle Reader.)\n\nWant to know how to give your complexion a DIY massage? Dr. Maoshing Ni, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) expert and the author of <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Second-Spring-Hundreds-Revitalize-Regenerate/dp/1416599355/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;s=books&amp;qid=1241223444&amp;sr=8-2" target="_blank"><em>Second Spring: Dr. Mao''s Hundreds of Natural Secrets for Women to Revitalize and Regenerate at Any Age</em>,</a> offers these instructions in New York''s <em>Daily News</em>. (Come on, you know you want to give ''em a try—just, um, maybe close your office door so you''re alone when you do this. Otherwise yes, you could look a bit crazy.)\n<blockquote>"Start by stroking your face all over with your fingers to “warm it up.” Next, raise your eyebrows as high as you can, hold for five seconds, and then relax. Repeat 10 times. Move your nose from side to side. Repeat 10 times. Inflate your cheeks as though you were blowing up a balloon, and then repeat 10 times. Now, using your thumb and forefinger, pinch along the eyebrow line. Press any forehead lines firmly with your fingers. Repeat 10 times. Finish by massaging another round of circular strokes all around the face...."</blockquote>\nA handful of beauty brands, including Shiseido, SK-II, La Mer, L''Oréal Paris and Giorgio Armani, are also promoting massage as part of a regular skincare routine. (Using their products, of course!) It seems a bit "out there," but they''re actually on to something, since massage can help the active ingredients in moisturizers and serums to penetrate more deeply (which means they''ll work even harder). Want to know more? Check out my friend Malena''s <a href="http://www.ellecanada.com/beauty/face/soft-touch-the-benefits-of-facial-massage/a/24689" target="_blank">story</a>, which ran in <em>ELLE Canada</em> last year, on how facial massage can firm, smooth and sculpt.', 'Is facial massage a Botox alternative?', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1028-revision', '', '', '2009-05-05 06:07:32', '2009-05-05 11:07:32', '', 1028, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1028-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18712, 1, '2009-05-04 07:00:45', '2009-05-04 12:00:45', '<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-kate-moss-nymag-0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1019" title="diary-kate-moss-nymag-0509" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-kate-moss-nymag-0509.jpg" alt="diary-kate-moss-nymag-0509" width="454" height="302" /></a></p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">I haven''t been to the gym for a week, but do I feel guilty? Not after reading <a href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/fashion/4571258/Curves-have-made-a-comeback.html" target="_blank">this</a> and <a href="http://women.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/women/fashion/article6149143.ece" target="_blank">this</a>. According to the UK press, <strong>curves are officially in</strong>.</p>\nGranted, I should have seen it coming. The first clue was Eva Longoria Parker''s <a href="http://www.usmagazine.com/news/eva-longoria-im-not-pregnant-im-just-fat" target="_blank">unapologetic five-pound weight gain</a>. (In her words: "I''m not pregnant, I''m just fat.") Then, it was Kate Winslet <a href="http://www.popsugar.com/2565728" target="_blank">proudly squeezing</a> her curvy frame into skin-tight Hervé Léger. Finally, Kate Moss <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-kate-moss-nymag-0509.jpg" target="_blank">admitted</a> to <em>New York Magazine</em> that she was wearing a bra for the first time after gaining a few pounds. Suddenly, being "fat" (translation: normal) isn''t such a big deal anymore. <!--more-->\n\n<em><a href="http://women.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/women/fashion/article6149143.ece" target="_blank">The Sunday Times</a></em> blames it on the recession:\n<blockquote>"...only a few months ago, Madonna’s sinewy calves or Victoria Beckham’s angular collarbones seemed like bona-fide dinner-party conversation-starters. <strong>Now that we have some actual problems</strong>, debating some neurotic x-ray’s eating habits seems pointless, to say nothing of panicking about our own bodies. Clearly we had too little to worry about if “Is it gluten-free?” or “Should I eat carbs after 6pm?” were troubling questions. Who cares? <strong>Malnourished women aren’t interesting any more</strong>. They’re depressing.\n\n...Fat people, meanwhile, look better every day. Why? Because they look carefree. So heave a sigh of relief and let your gut out. Kate Moss might be “fat”, but it turns out she’s bang on trend, as ever."</blockquote>\nFinally, a fashion trend I can actually get behind. For years, I''ve been saying that unless you''re a supermodel—which is another word for genetic freak—you have a choice between your face and your rear. Not both. You can starve yourself and slave away at the gym to get perfectly sculpted buttocks, but that usually means your face will be a little on the gaunt side. Or, you can say to hell with it, eat what you want (in moderation, of course) and enjoy that extra bit of roundess that makes your face look younger and plumps out wrinkles.\n\nI know which choice I''m making. And Kate Moss, apparently, agrees.', 'Fat is the new thin', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1018-revision', '', '', '2009-05-04 07:00:45', '2009-05-04 12:00:45', '', 1018, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1018-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18713, 1, '2009-05-01 07:19:59', '2009-05-01 11:19:59', 'It''s not fair. Why is it that when I attempt long bangs and even longer hair, I look like a Woodstock reject—not all glam and sophisticated like Mischa Barton at the BAFTAs (Britian''s TV awards) in London?\n\nThe trick, I think (besides being drop-dead gorgeous) is that everything is über-polished. Her hair is freshly coloured (no roots to speak of), her bangs are cut <em>just so</em> (not too thick, too long or too short) and her hair has loose waves created from a curling iron (not the kinks you get from braiding wet hair... as hippies are wont to doing). Makeup-wise, it''s very Jean Shrimpton-esque: all smoky eyes and pale lips, which immediately ups the glam factor for what could have been a very casual look. Oh, and the shiny gold collar on her dress doesn''t hurt either.\n\nThe bottom line? It''s hard work pulling off hippie chic. The whole thing reminds me of one of my favourite beauty quotes. From Calvin Klein: "The best thing is to look natural, but it takes a lot of makeup to look natural." And hair spray, conditioner and shine serum...', 'Modern hippie chic: Mischa Barton', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1011-revision', '', '', '2009-05-01 07:19:59', '2009-05-01 11:19:59', '', 1011, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/05/1011-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18714, 1, '2009-04-30 07:35:47', '2009-04-30 11:35:47', '<strong>What it is</strong>: A hand-held gadget that stops cold sores in their tracks.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Though I don''t suffer from cold sores, I hear they can ruin your confidence faster than a date with last year''s bikini bottoms. But isn''t it great to be living in 2009? Because the genius inventors at Zeno Corporation, who created an <a href="http://www.myzeno.com/" target="_blank">acne-zapping device</a> just a few years ago, have now figured out that the same technology can be applied to cold sores. God, I love science.\n\nAnyway, the big deal about this device is that if you use it at the very first sign of a cold sore, it can prevent the cold sore from ever developing at all.\n\nDid you hear that? Okay, I''ll repeat it (and bold it, for good measure): <strong>It can prevent the cold sore from ever developing at all.</strong> Gosh, I don''t even <em>get </em>cold sores and I''m impressed!\n\nHere''s how it works. You take the battery-operated device and hold the dime-sized tip in contact with the cold sore, where it emits a low-level heat for four minutes. (It''s so smart that it only heats up when in direct contact with the skin.) Do this at the first indication that a cold sore is forming (called the prodrome stage, when it''s itchy or tingly) and every four hours thereafter, and you can kiss that cold sore goodbye. Even if you don''t happen to catch the pesky thing as early as you''d like, the device can still help shorten its duration more effectively than prescription anti-viral treatments. Now that''s something to smile about.\n\n<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><em>Priced at $129 each. Available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.</em></span>', 'Out now: Zeno Cold Sore Treatment Device', 'Stop a cold sore in its tracks with this new gadget.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '1005-revision', '', '', '2009-04-30 07:35:47', '2009-04-30 11:35:47', '', 1005, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/1005-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18715, 1, '2009-04-29 07:05:53', '2009-04-29 11:05:53', '<blockquote>\n<p style="text-align: left;">"...as a beauty editor, if you allow all the people who want to cut/color/gloss/perm your hair to have their way with you, you''ll be completely bald in less than a month."</p>\n</blockquote>\n<p style="text-align: right;">—<em>Lucky</em> beauty director <a href="http://www.luckymag.com/shopping/blogs/beauty/2009/04/when-life-gives.html" target="_blank">Jean Godfrey-June</a></p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">It''s true—beauty editors are always being offered freebie cuts and colour jobs, which admittedly is a pretty darn cool perk of the job, especially in a recession.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">But Jean is right. <strong>Playing guinea pig is no fun</strong>, which is why—after years of being encouraged to "go for it! You''re in fashion!"—I now refuse to let anyone near my head with a pair of scissors or or a bottle of dye, unless I''m paying for it. When you haven''t properly vetted your hairstylist, the situation will inevitably result in too-short bangs, colour that''s too light or too dark, stripey highlights or fried ends. (And yes, I''ve had all five, thankyouverymuch.)</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">Better to spring for the cut or colour by the person you <em>really</em> want than start the vicious cycle of correcting the previous person''s work. So what I advise, for beauty editors and civilians alike, is to <strong>do your research</strong>. If you don''t have a regular stylist, find out who styles the people whose hair you admire. That''s how I found my colourist, actually—I asked a girl on the subway. (I couldn''t see her face, just her amazing blonde highlights. Turns out, she was my long-lost friend J.! A fortuitous day indeed.) My mom found the guy who cuts our hair by watching the makeovers on <a href="http://www.cityline.ca" target="_blank">CityLine</a>. Gee, is it any wonder I turned up in this profession?</p>', 'Truer words were never spoken', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '994-revision', '', '', '2009-04-29 07:05:53', '2009-04-29 11:05:53', '', 994, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/994-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18716, 1, '2009-04-28 07:28:51', '2009-04-28 11:28:51', '<strong>What it is</strong>: A lightweight, non-crispy texturizing spray.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Ever seen the movie <em>French Kiss</em>, starring Meg Ryan? I''m a bit fuzzy on the plot details, but wardrobe-wise, it was a big-screen version of "one piece, five ways" (a fashion magazine standby). Poor Meg got stuck in Paris <em>sans</em> luggage and had to work a white shirt and jeans like nobody''s business. <em>Très</em> impressive.\n\nThat movie also marked the debut of Meg''s much-copied shag hairdo (which pre-dated The Aniston)—a piecey, layered style that made New York-based Sally Hershberger a household name and sought-after celeb stylist.\n\nNow we can get our hands on Sally''s full line of styling products—which just arrived in Shoppers Drug Mart stores—including this appropriately-named Shagg Spray. What I like about this product is that it''s not crunchy at all, even when you spray it on dry hair. (You''re actually supposed to blast it with a hairdryer to make it pliable, but what can I say? I like to break the rules.) I''m adding it to my beauty arsenal for days when I want to create a messy, tousled look, which works even better when you don''t wash your hair. Meg would be proud!\n\n<em>Priced at $11.99 for 125 mL. Available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.</em>', 'Out now: Sally Hershberger Shagg Spray', 'The secret behind celeb hairstylist Sally Hershberger''s signature shag ''do. (Her line has just arrived in Canada!)', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '981-revision', '', '', '2009-04-28 07:28:51', '2009-04-28 11:28:51', '', 981, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/981-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0);
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(18717, 1, '2009-04-27 07:05:57', '2009-04-27 11:05:57', '<strong>What it is</strong>: A complexion-brightening coral-pink powder.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Ask any beauty expert to name her favourite products, and five bucks says NARS Orgasm will show up on the list. I''m no different, of course—the universally-flattering, peachy-pink blush is a cult favourite for a reason—but I feel like it''s stealing the spotlight from some other, equally worthy contenders. Like this new powder blush from Benefit. It''s in the same colour family as Orgasm, but without all that shimmer, so it''s a touch more subtle for broad daylight. And though it looks like a more concentrated coral, it goes on fairly sheer—just make sure you swap out the silly flat brush it comes with for a proper blush brush like <a href="http://www.parispresents.com/product_p/et1201.htm" target="_blank">this one</a> from EcoTools (it''s amazing!). Alas, I''m not crazy about the floral scent, but nobody said formulating beauty products was easy.\n\n<em>Priced at $35 each. Available at Holt Renfrew, Sephora and Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Boutiques across Canada.</em>', 'Out now: Benefit CORALista', 'NARS Orgasm, meet your new competition.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '976-revision', '', '', '2009-04-27 07:05:57', '2009-04-27 11:05:57', '', 976, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/976-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18718, 1, '2009-04-24 18:36:10', '2009-04-24 22:36:10', '<a href=" http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/wellbeing/5159991/A-list-beauty-trends.html" target="_blank">A piece</a> in the <em>Telegraph</em> this week got me thinking about the lengths we go to in the name of beauty. From the gruelling Master Cleanse diet to 24-karat gold facials, there are lots of extreme (and often bizarre) things people will do to look good. I''m blaming celebs—radical beauty regimens usually require an open schedule AND a big fat bank account, both of which they have in spades.\n\nOf course, beauty editors are also privy to some strange beauty treatments, and I''ve certainly tried my share. The weirdest of all? Without a doubt, it was a body wrap at a spa (which shall remain nameless) just outside Toronto. The premise of the treatment was that you lose several inches—which sounds amazing, right? I mean, who doesn''t want to lie down for an hour and then get up, miraculously slimmer?\n\nIf only it were that simple. But like a lamb to the slaughter, I don''t even blink when they ask that I bring a pair of thong underwear—and not just any pair, but an "old" pair—to the treatment. Okaaaaay. So I get changed and, wearing my "old thong" underneath the spa robe, shuffle down to the treatment room in the basement. (Why do spas insist on doing treatments in underground, windowless rooms? I mean, it''s bad enough to lie there, held captive at the mercy of an unskilled esthetician, but must the surrounds also resemble a prison cell?)\n\nAnyway, my esthetician then asks me what DVD I''d like to watch. Um, excuse me? This is my first clue that what I''m about to experience will be a little unconventional. Of the selection of ''80s hits like <em>St. Elmo''s Fire</em> and <em>Beverly Hills Cop</em>, I go for <em>Dirty Dancing</em>—not, of course, having any clue as to why Baby and Johnny are now part of my spa day.\n\nNext, I''m ushered into what is, in fact, not a spa room but what looks like Jane Fonda''s aerobics studio circa 1982. The esthetician asks me to disrobe and pulls out her trusty measuring tape so she can record the "before" numbers for my chest, waist and hips. Then, to my horror, she opens up a giant cooler (classy!) which contains a bunch of tensor bandages soaked in clear, gelatinous goo.\n\nLord have mercy! I''m standing there, buck-naked except for the thong, as she proceeds to mummify me as tightly as she can in gooey, dripping wet bandages. Within 10 minutes I''m basically wearing a skin-tight tensor-bandage tube dress. Eat your heart out, Hérve Léger!\n\nOh, but it gets better. At this point, I''m thinking, finally! I get to lie down. But no. Alas, in order to "mobilize the toxins" and "lose the fat" I have to move around. Which is where the DVD comes in. She pops it on and instructs me on the grapevine (a move I haven''t done since step class in the late ''90s), and says I''ll need to do this for about an hour.\n\nAnd where do said toxins go, once they''re exercised away? Why, they come out of your feet, of course! (Silly me—how could I not know that?) So, no joke—my esthetician puts a plastic bag over each foot, secured with rubber bands. She says she''ll return every 15 minutes or so to drain them; apparently if the water''s cloudy that means your body is toxic and the treatment is "working." (Obviously, at this point I''m calling B.S. on this entire treatment, but this line in particular takes the cake.)\n\nSo there I am, mummified, barely able to breathe, covered in goo and slipping and sliding in plastic bags as I grapevine away in a green-carpeted ''80s basement.\n\nIt doesn''t get better than this, people. Incidentally, at the end of it I do lose a couple of inches, but come on—as soon as you have a glass of water the bloat comes back. Utterly ridiculous.\n\nThere''s a reason <em>The Devil Wears Prada</em> showcased the fashion department, not beauty.', 'And you thought being a beauty editor was glamorous...', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '958-revision', '', '', '2009-04-24 18:36:10', '2009-04-24 22:36:10', '', 958, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/958-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18719, 1, '2009-04-22 10:47:40', '2009-04-22 14:47:40', 'Yesterday, I watched my first "webinar." Usually, we beauty folk dash around town attending rather lavish events, which beauty PR companies put on at various hotels, restaurants and the like in order to present new products to us. But yesterday, the whole thing took place over the interwebs, in the form of a live-streamed presentation that we could watch from our desks. Welcome to the recession.\n\nFittingly, the point of said "webinar" was to highlight that you don''t have to spend a lot of money on your beauty regimen to get good results. And on that point at least, I can wholeheartedly agree. Case in point: I just discovered <a href="http://www.tresemme.ca/product.aspx?id=24-hour-body-shampoo" target="_blank">this shampoo from TRESemmé</a>*, which is quite possibly the beauty bargain of the century. Find out why after the jump.\n\nI was tipped off to the wonders of this product after a conversation with a fellow beauty editor friend. (Yes, this is what we talk about. Don''t judge.)\n\nAs a die-hard Kérastase user—it was an attempt to correct the damage from my <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/03/16/loreal-paris-excellence-to-go-10-minutes-creme-colorant/" target="_blank">previous hair colour experimentation</a>—I haven''t done much testing in the way of shampoos lately. I just figured, well, my hair is fine, straight, and needs to be shampooed near daily, no matter what products I use.\n\n(I know daily shampooing is a no-no when it comes to preserving your colour, so what I do when my highlights are still relatively fresh is wash <em>every other day</em>, and rinse my hair with plain water on non-shampoo days.)\n\nAnyway, what I happily discovered with this shampoo is that it does indeed give you "24 Hour Body" and that I can actually go an extra day without shampooing, or even rinsing. (So I guess, more accurately, it should be named 48 Hour Body.)\n\nThe volume was actually noticeable, and that''s no small feat for hair like mine. I just looked up the press release, which says it contains "silk proteins that keep the hair from falling flat." And here I thought that was just marketing-speak.\n\nOh, and back to my original point—this stuff is dirt-cheap, and you get A LOT of it.\n\n<em>Priced at $6.49 for 900 mL. Available at drug stores, grocery stores and mass merchandisers across Canada. </em>\n\n*Note: TRESemmé was not the company presenting the "webinar."', 'Editor&#039;s pick: TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Shampoo', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '951-revision', '', '', '2009-04-22 10:47:40', '2009-04-22 14:47:40', '', 951, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/951-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18720, 1, '2009-04-21 07:37:00', '2009-04-21 11:37:00', 'What''s the next big thing in skincare? According to <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1171940/Probiotic-beauty-Theyre-bugs-boost-digestion--clean-skin.html" target="_blank">a piece</a> in the UK''s <em>Daily Mail</em>, probiotics and prebiotics, which are friendly bacteria that live in our guts.\n<blockquote>The idea is that probiotics (beneficial bacteria) and prebiotics (essential fuel for the beneficial bacteria) can help improve the balance of bacteria in your skin, in the same way they are known to improve the balance of bacteria in your digestive system.</blockquote>\nA few studies have shown improvements in conditions like acne and eczema after taking probiotics and prebiotics... and now, companies like <a href="http://www.nudeskincare.com" target="_blank">Nude Skincare </a>(Bono''s wife, Ali Hewson, is a co-founder) are getting in on the action. The article doesn''t talk about Biotherm, but that brand was actually first to market with the probiotics-in-skincare trend, which they call "dermobiotics." I was lucky enough to fly to Monaco a couple years ago to cover the launch for <em>ELLE Canada</em>, as an accompaniment to a piece by my pal <a href="http://thechicstorm.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Marilisa</a> on probiotics and prebiotics in health foods. Unfortunately, it''s no longer available online, but you can find it in the December 2007 issue, I believe.\n\nAnyway, do I believe the hype? It all sounds promising, but for now, I''ll think I''ll stick with my trusty acidophilus tablets first thing in the a.m.', 'Can probiotics clear up your skin?', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '920-revision', '', '', '2009-04-21 07:37:00', '2009-04-21 11:37:00', '', 920, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/920-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18721, 1, '2009-04-20 10:49:54', '2009-04-20 14:49:54', 'Scarlett Johansson shared her beauty routine with <em>UK ELLE</em> this month, and it seems she''s rather low-maintenance for a starlet. "I think it''s important to not overload the skin with products. I adjust my routine to suit how my skin''s feeling and sometimes skip moisturiser. When it needs a good drink, I use <a href="http://www.sca.shiseido.com/index.cfm?select=catalog/index.cfm?product=280" target="_blank">Future Solution Total Revitalizing Cream by Shiseido </a>- it''s luxurious but not greasy." That''s not to say that she only uses the pricey stuff. "I know it''s an oldie, but taking your make-up off at night is essential for good skin. I never go to bed without washing my face, even if I''ve stumbled in at 4am. <a href="http://www.cetaphil.ca/En/Products/Cleansers.aspx" target="_blank">Non-Irritating Cleanser by Cetaphil</a> is perfect for my sensitive skin. I also drink lots of water. It keeps your whole body happy, not just your skin."\n\nAs for her makeup routine: "I don''t wear much make-up during the day. I use concealer on spots and dark circles, saving foundation for the red carpet. After a sweep of blush, I''ll just add mascara - <a href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B000FBF5BI/sr=1-3/qid=1240240120/ref=sr_1_3/187-0196421-8954425?ie=UTF8&amp;n=164991011&amp;bcBrand=core" target="_blank">Badgal Lash by Benefit</a> makes my eyes stand out - and I go through my brows with a pencil. Neat brows really pull you together."', 'Scarlett Johansson&#039;s low-maintenance beauty regimen', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '919-revision', '', '', '2009-04-20 10:49:54', '2009-04-20 14:49:54', '', 919, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/919-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18722, 1, '2009-04-20 10:43:53', '2009-04-20 14:43:53', 'Olivia Newton-John and her new hubby, John Easterling (founder of the Amazon Herb Company) have plans to develop a health drink and skincare range featuring exotic fruits and plants from (duh) the Amazon. Called Zamu, the health drink features a fruit called camu camu. The skincare line is called Lluvia. Newton-John told <em>In Touch</em> magazine: "The products just leave you glowing."\n\nPersonally, I think they''re on to something. More and more brands are seeking out rare and exotic ingredients from places like South America, Africa and the Arctic in order to tap into previously undiscovered skin- and hair-care benefits. (Ojon, L''Occitane and Weleda are a few other names that come to mind.) Giving back to the communities where the ingredients are harvested, by way of fair trade and community development projects, is a big beauty trend too. Let''s hope both are here to stay.', 'Another celeb beautypreneur: Olivia Newton-John to launch new line', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '912-revision', '', '', '2009-04-20 10:43:53', '2009-04-20 14:43:53', '', 912, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/912-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18723, 1, '2009-04-19 23:05:56', '2009-04-20 03:05:56', 'Full disclosure: As an ex-beauty editor, I''ve collected A LOT of lip gloss over the years. Like, a couple of drawers of the stuff. And don''t hate me, but I don''t really wear any of it... no, not even my Chanel. The fact is that none of them measure up to this new gloss. I''m officially in love!\n\nFirst of all, did you know lip gloss can actually be bad for you? Last year, I attended a talk by Aveda founder and eco-beauty expert Horst Rechelbacher (for the launch of his new organic line, <a href="http://www.intelligentnutrients.com" target="_blank">Intelligent Nutrients</a>, which I''ll be posting about soon). He told our group that anytime we lick our lips, we''re ingesting whatever we''ve put on them... which is icky enough in itself, except it gets worse. One of the fastest ways we absorb substances into our bloodstream is sublingually (under the tongue). So why mess around with products that contain potentially harmful mineral oils, petrolatum and even lead? I know I''m not taking any chances.\n\nThe problem with most organic glosses is that you just feel like they''re inferior in some way, i.e. not moisturizing or long-lasting enough, or with weird sparkles, etc. Until today, which is when I busted out my new <a href="http://www.josiemarancosmetics.com/" target="_blank">Josie Maran</a> lip gloss in Daring. (Recognize the name? Josie is an ex-supermodel whose new organic makeup and skincare line just arrived  in Sephora stores. I met her a couple of months ago for the launch and was <span style="text-decoration: underline;">blown away</span> by her gorgeousness. She''s unreal.)\n\nAnyway, Josie definitely knows what she''s doing when it comes to lip glosses because this one is hands down, the best I''ve ever tried. (And I''ve tried A LOT of these puppies.) Not only is it organic and paraben- and petrochemical-free, it''s also long-lasting and super-moisturizing—it goes on like a lip balm, not tacky or sticky at all. Daring is the perfect "your lips, only better" shade with a hint of shimmer, plus it has a delicious dessert-like taste (which I don''t feel bad about licking off, obviously).\n\n<em>Priced at $29 each. Available at Sephora stores across Canada.</em>', 'Editor&#039;s pick: Josie Maran Plumping Lip Gloss', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '900-revision', '', '', '2009-04-19 23:05:56', '2009-04-20 03:05:56', '', 900, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/900-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18724, 1, '2009-04-16 08:01:48', '2009-04-16 12:01:48', '<a href="http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/443d639e-25f4-11de-be57-00144feabdc0,dwp_uuid=e8477cc4-c820-11db-b0dc-000b5df10621.html?nclick_check=1" target="_blank">Interesting piece</a> in the <em>Financial Times</em> the other day about how, thanks to the recession, foundation is now the number one, can''t-live-without-it beauty product for British women.\n\nPreviously, the honour went to lipstick—ever heard of Leonard Lauder''s "Lipstick index"? The Estée Lauder chairman came up with the phrase back in 2001 when he noted a inverse correlation between a slumping economy and lipstick sales. Apparently, when the economy tanked, lipstick sales skyrocketed... until now.\n\nI''d venture a guess that foundation is usurping lipstick here in Canada too. I know we beauty editors have all written the obligatory "Return of Lipstick" story over the past few years, but did it ever really catch on?\n\nHere in Canada, we''re not fans of a made-up look (it doesn''t go with our Lululemon pants and North Face jackets). And I know I''m not giving up my gloss (or more accurately, lip balm) for a dark, matte lipstick that ages me 10 years. It''s like my reverse-Botox theory. The more Botox you have, the worse it actually makes you look. Same goes for makeup.\n\nAnyway, this finding also has a lot to do with an emerging beauty trend, which is simply having Great Skin. (Yes, I capitalized it—that''s how much I love this development.) As the rest of the face has become more bare (we''re not shellacking it on like in the 80s or even much of the 90s), it only makes sense that skin is now "in."\n\nIt''s easier to fake good skin, too, since foundations these days are a lot smarter than they used to be. They''re lighter-weight, more natural-looking and have light-reflecting properties, plus many have added sunscreen and skincare ingredients. Also, many women are taking better care of their complexions than they used to—no doubt thanks to the dazzling array of products out there and the rising popularity of cosmetic dermatology—and they want to show that off.\n\nCan you tell that skin is my hands-down favourite beauty topic? I could write for hours about it, but for now, I''ll leave it at that—all this skin talk is making me want to go do the Clinique 3-Step... or something.', 'See ya, lipstick: It&#039;s all about foundation now', 'Why has foundation outpaced lipstick as the the number one, can''t-live-without-it beauty product for British women?', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '886-revision', '', '', '2009-04-16 08:01:48', '2009-04-16 12:01:48', '', 886, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/886-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18725, 1, '2009-04-15 09:17:21', '2009-04-15 13:17:21', 'Ever felt overwhelmed when trying to pick the perfect scent? Sephora stores across Canada are debuting a new touch-screen device, called <a href="http://www.scentsa.com/flash/index.html" target="_blank">Scentsa</a>, that can help. Developed by Jan Moran, a fragrance expert and author of <em><a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Fabulous-Fragrances-Wardrobe-Prestige-Perfumes/dp/0963906550" target="_blank">Fabulous Fragrances</a></em>, it allows you to search by brand name, fragrance name or notes... or you can simply search for the latest or bestselling fragrances. The device holds information on more than 7,000 scents, so you''re bound to find one (or several) that fit the bill. Check out the demo <a href="http://www.scentsa.com/flash/index.html" target="_blank">here</a> of the celebrity scent finder. Is it good or bad that Sienna Miller shares my love for Bobbi Brown Bath?', 'What&#039;s your scent style?', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '866-revision', '', '', '2009-04-15 09:17:21', '2009-04-15 13:17:21', '', 866, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/866-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18726, 1, '2009-04-14 18:10:07', '2009-04-14 23:10:07', 'Oh, Tori. I''m no hater but this girl just doesn''t know how to work what she''s got, you know? And this look is just TOO MUCH. Too tan, too blonde, too red-lip. It all makes her features look chiseled and hard, when what she really needs is to be softening things up as much as possible. And that uni-boob green dress doesn''t do her any favours either. My favourite Tori (because I DO like Tori—who else can say they''ve actually read <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/sTORI-Telling-Tori-Spelling/dp/1416587004/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;s=books&amp;qid=1239749417&amp;sr=1-1" target="_blank"><em>sTORI Telling</em></a>?) was during Season 1 and 2 of <em><a href="http://www.slice.ca/shows/showspage.aspx?Root_Title_ID=109958" target="_blank">Tori &amp; Dean: Inn Love</a></em>. (Photo evidence <a href="http://tvcocktail.ivillage.com/entertainment/archives/2007/05/tori-and-dean-are-inn.html" target="_blank">here</a>.) Longer, more natural-looking hair, waaaay less makeup and zero hint of faux tanner. I even liked the California-style T-shirts and sweats! (Possibly because they''re my freelancer''s uniform of choice these days.) Anyway—Tori, will you let me make you under?', 'Makeunder Candidate of the Week: Tori Spelling', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '880-revision', '', '', '2009-04-14 18:10:07', '2009-04-14 23:10:07', '', 880, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/880-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18727, 1, '2009-04-14 09:24:04', '2009-04-14 13:24:04', '<strong>What it is</strong>: A decidedly NOT recession-friendly anti-aging and brightening serum.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: My skin''s not ready for anti-aging products yet, so my mom usually stands in as tester. A beauty addict herself, she''s been the lucky recipient of my press samples of everything from Nivea and Garnier to YSL and Dior. I''m always frustrated that she doesn''t discriminate based on price: I''ve been known to ask her why she''s using some $10 cream when she could use a $100 one. But hey, at least I know when she likes something <em>because it works</em>. And that''s the case with Guerlain, her hands-down, number-one, absolute favourite brand ever.\n\nThis little beauty (it''s only 30 mL) costs a whopping $495. Total insanity, right? Well, yeah. But there IS a reason it costs so much. It''s because this serum is what you''d call a triple threat. It works on anti-aging, hyperpigmentation AND luminosity.\n\nWhat''s the secret? It contains extracts of real orchids (the white and imperial varieties), which work on a cellular level to slow down skin cell aging, boost cell regneration and protect DNA. They also limit the production of melanin (responsible for those pesky dark spots) and even out skin tone for a more translucent, radiant look.\n\nWould I buy this? Not on my beauty writer''s budget! But I do think that if you do the beauty math, you might find that this could replace a number of the products you''re using already.\n\n<em>Priced at $495 for 30 mL. Available at Guerlain Boutiques &amp; Institutes in Toronto and Westmount, Quebec; Holt Renfrew; Ogilvy; and select Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Boutiques across Canada.</em>', 'What&#039;s new: Guerlain Orchidée Impériale White', 'I did the beauty math on this decidedly NOT recession-friendly serum...', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '863-revision', '', '', '2009-04-14 09:24:04', '2009-04-14 13:24:04', '', 863, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/863-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18728, 1, '2009-04-13 09:24:45', '2009-04-13 13:24:45', '<strong>What it is</strong>: A plumping lip gloss with a built-in freshness indicator.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: If you''re anything like me, you''re probably vigilant about tossing any items in your fridge that have passed their use-by date... but when it comes to your makeup, not so much. Now the clever folks at Cargo have come to the rescue with some nifty new technology. (I swear, I last saw this on my Brita water filter!)<!--more-->\n\nWhat they''ve done is built a handy sensor into this lip gloss. After you activate it (by inserting the strip into the cap), it gradually starts to turn red as the months pass... until nine months later, when it''s time to throw it out. (The indicator will become completely red by this point.)\n\nIn the meantime, your lips will be ready for prime time: Every product in the blu_ray line was designed for high-definition filming, so it looks completely natural in any type of light. The secret is special pigments and optical blurring technology... and in this lip gloss, hyaluronic acid and peptides to plump AND smooth fine lines. The colours are super-wearable, too—no glitter here. Think pale peach, nude and rose, to name a few.\n\n<em>Priced at $24 each. Available at Sephora stores across Canada, or online at </em><a href="http://www.sephora.com"><em>www.sephora.com</em></a><em>.</em>\n\nP.S. Wondering when it''s time to toss the other items in your makeup bag? Sadly, Cargo hasn''t rolled out the Timestrip on anything besides lip gloss yet, but <a href="http://jolienadine.com/blog/2009/03/23/do-i-have-to-toss-my-old-makeup-after-an-infection/" target="_blank">this post</a> over at Jolie Nadine outlines some standard best-before dates. The most important ones to keep an eye on are mascara—replace it every three months—and liquid foundation, which can start to separate after six months. I''m not as fussy about eyeliners because by sharpening them you''re exposing brand-new product.', 'What&#039;s new: Cargo blu_ray Lip Gloss with Timestrip technology', 'Cargo takes a cue from Brita (yes, really) to keep your lip gloss fresh.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '875-revision', '', '', '2009-04-13 09:24:45', '2009-04-13 13:24:45', '', 875, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/875-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18729, 1, '2009-04-13 07:48:38', '2009-04-13 11:48:38', '<strong></strong>Back when I was a blonde, I developed a bad case of blonderexia. That''s right. I was always trying to go blonder and blonder. I couldn''t get enough blonde! (The cure ended up being a dramatic switch to my natural brown, as I outlined <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/03/16/loreal-paris-excellence-to-go-10-minutes-creme-colorant/" target="_blank">here</a>, but that''s another story.) Anyway, what I''m trying to say is that I understand the disorder quite well, and if you happen to have it, then this is a line you might want to look into.\n\nThe problem with blonde is that in between colourings, it can get a little dull. Add that to the perpetual root re-growth issue, and you''ve got a problem on your hands. (I don''t care what they say about roots being a new trend. Unless you''re a glammed-up celebrity, it just looks messy and unkempt.)\n\nBut back to blonding. This line is genius. It contains lactic acid and chamomile, both of which gradually lighten hair by breaking down colour pigments in the hair shaft. Kinda the way lemon juice lightens your hair if you spray it on before going out in the sun. But not, of course, drying like lemon juice—if I recall some teenage beauty experiments of mine, that trick didn''t always turn out so well. (Think blonde straw.) So this can satisfy your blonderexia, as it were, without the drying effects of some, er, unconventional methods you may have tried.\n<p style="text-align: left;">If brassiness if more your problem, however, then there''s another option for you from John Frieda: Colour Renew Tone-Restoring Shampoo and Conditioner. It contains lavender (oil? extracts? I''m not sure) and something called "optical brightening technology" to cancel out the yellow tones.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">If I were blonde, I''d hedge my bets and use both (on alternate days) to keep the brassies and dulls away for good.</p>\n<em>Priced at $12.99 each. Available at grocery, drug and other mass-market retailers across Canada.</em>', 'What&#039;s new: John Frieda Sheer Blonde Go Blonder Lightening Shampoo and Conditioner', 'Do you suffer from blonderexia? Then you need this.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '854-revision', '', '', '2009-04-13 07:48:38', '2009-04-13 11:48:38', '', 854, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/854-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18730, 1, '2009-04-12 19:37:39', '2009-04-12 23:37:39', '<strong>What it is</strong>: An affordable—yet <em>très chic</em>—makeup collection from Joe Fresh Style.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Okay, how do I say this? The problem with many wallet-friendly beauty brands is that they look way better on your face than displayed in your bathroom. (Yes, I''m looking at you, Revlon!) But not this line. The packaging here is very minimalist—all clear plastic in chunky shapes, which reminds me of high-end lines like CK Beauty or Shu Uemura. So there''s no need for embarrassment when you pull one of these puppies out of your purse. Here, a few of my favourite picks:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-joe-fresh-cheeks-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-844" title="products-joe-fresh-cheeks-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-joe-fresh-cheeks-0409.jpg" alt="products-joe-fresh-cheeks-0409" width="250" height="333" /></a>\n\n<strong>Cheek Tint</strong> ($4 each): Available in six shades, you could use this on your lips, too. I love it in Cherry, a great sheer red. A little goes a long way—so apply just a dab, then blend, blend, blend!\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-joe-fresh-eyeshadow-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-845" title="products-joe-fresh-eyeshadow-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-joe-fresh-eyeshadow-0409.jpg" alt="products-joe-fresh-eyeshadow-0409" width="350" height="162" /></a>\n\n<strong>Eye Shadow</strong> ($4 each): There are more than 14 shades, including Midnight—a super-sheer charcoal with just a hint of sparkle. Perfect for a subtle smoky eye.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-joe-fresh-brows-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-846" title="products-joe-fresh-brows-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-joe-fresh-brows-0409.jpg" alt="products-joe-fresh-brows-0409" width="250" height="333" /></a>\n\n<strong>Brow Powder</strong> ($6): I''m all about options, so I love how these brow powder compacts come with not one shade but two, so you can go for a subtle or more defined look. (Plus, they''re available in blonde, auburn, brown and black.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-joe-fresh-mascara-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-847" title="products-joe-fresh-mascara-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-joe-fresh-mascara-0409.jpg" alt="products-joe-fresh-mascara-0409" width="250" height="337" /></a>\n\n<strong>Mascara</strong> ($6): Where else can you get a mascara for $6? This one lengthens and "volumizes" too.\n\nBesides my picks above, the line includes foundations, powders, blush, bronzers, eyeliners, lipsticks, lip balms, lip liners and lip stains. I guess Joe Mimran doesn''t do anything in small doses! All up, there are more than 200 products, so rest assured, you won''t leave the store empty-handed. Especially at these prices.\n\n<em>Priced at $2-16. Available at select Loblaws stores across Canada (visit </em><a href="http://www.joe.ca"><em>www.joe.ca</em></a><em> for locations).</em>', 'New range alert: Joe Fresh Beauty', 'Shu Uemura-esque packaging at ridiculously affordable prices.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '842-revision', '', '', '2009-04-12 19:37:39', '2009-04-12 23:37:39', '', 842, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/842-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18731, 1, '2009-04-10 16:35:22', '2009-04-10 20:35:22', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-0409.jpg"></a>Some great tips in <em>The New York Times</em> the other day on drugstore products that work just as well as their pricier department store counterparts (according to pro makeup artist Ann Orcutt). Check out her favourites—and find out where to order them online with FREE shipping and no minimum order!\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-covergirl-0409.jpg"></a><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-covergirl-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-773" title="diary-budget-buys-covergirl-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-covergirl-0409.jpg" alt="diary-budget-buys-covergirl-0409" width="250" height="262" /></a><a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/covergirl-smoothers-aquasmooth_3925.html?cat=582&amp;related_product=3923?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank"></a>\n\n<a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/covergirl-smoothers-aquasmooth_3925.html?cat=582&amp;related_product=3923?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">CoverGirl AquaSmooth Compact Foundation</a> (“The best liquid coverage in a compact liquid/powder format.")\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-covergirl-blush-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-774" title="diary-budget-buys-covergirl-blush-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-covergirl-blush-0409.jpg" alt="diary-budget-buys-covergirl-blush-0409" width="250" height="240" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/covergirl-cheekers-blush_3955.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">CoverGirl Cheekers Blush</a> (“It has a bit of sparkle in it, it’s not just a flat color.”)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-loreal-voluminous-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-776" title="diary-budget-buys-loreal-voluminous-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-loreal-voluminous-0409.jpg" alt="diary-budget-buys-loreal-voluminous-0409" width="240" height="240" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/loreal-paris-voluminous-volume_4416.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">L’Oréal Voluminous Mascara</a> (“Makeup artists who trained me eight years ago said that it was the best, and I still think it is.”) [Ed''s note: I''ve heard this from makeup artists too—it''s a great mascara.]\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-revlon-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-777" title="diary-budget-buys-revlon-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-revlon-0409.jpg" alt="diary-budget-buys-revlon-0409" width="250" height="320" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/revlon-colorstay-12-hour-eyeshadow_3892.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Revlon ColorStay 12 Hour Eye Shadow Quad</a> (“This is the only drugstore eye shadow I like.”)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-maybelline-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-778" title="diary-budget-buys-maybelline-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-maybelline-0409.jpg" alt="diary-budget-buys-maybelline-0409" width="250" height="216" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/maybelline-instant-age-rewind_5012.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Double Face Perfector</a> (“This is practically an exact copy of the Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat Radiant Touch Highlighter.")\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-olay-0409.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-779" title="diary-budget-buys-olay-0409" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-budget-buys-olay-0409.jpg" alt="diary-budget-buys-olay-0409" width="250" height="250" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://well.ca/products/olay-foaming-face-wash_6380.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Olay Foaming Face Wash</a> (“My skin is at its best when I’m using this stuff.”)\n\nRead more <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/09/fashion/09SKIN1.html?_r=2&amp;ref=fashion\\" target="_blank">here</a>—then head over to online drugstore <a href="http://well.ca/index.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>, where you can pick up these products, AND get free shipping with no minimum order! Now how budget-friendly is that?!', 'A makeup artist&#039;s best budget beauty buys', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '709-revision', '', '', '2009-04-10 16:35:22', '2009-04-10 20:35:22', '', 709, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/709-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18732, 1, '2009-04-09 23:51:23', '2009-04-10 03:51:23', '... And sail through life with perfect bangs, a pink dress, French pastries and a handsome young French dude to make out with. <em>Le sigh</em>. You''ve probably already seen this Sofia Coppola-directed ad for Miss Dior Cherie (it debuted last November), but in honour of spring, I thought I''d post it—it definitely puts a <em>spring</em> in my step!\n\n<object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="425" height="344" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="src" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/wgNoD1Lemyw&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/wgNoD1Lemyw&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>\n\nP.S. In case you''re wondering, the model is <a href="http://nymag.com/fashion/models/mlinchuk/marynalinchuk/" target="_blank">Maryna Linchuk</a> and the song is Brigitte Bardot’s “Moi Je Joue." Perfection.', 'Oh, to live in Paris...', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '704-revision', '', '', '2009-04-09 23:51:23', '2009-04-10 03:51:23', '', 704, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/704-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18733, 1, '2009-04-07 10:18:17', '2009-04-07 14:18:17', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-taylor-swift-0409.jpg"></a></strong>\n\nThere''s lots of advice floating around on how to choose the perfect shade of red lipstick. Aside from the basics—skin with pink undertones looks best in cool, blue-reds, while those with yellow undertones can pull off warm reds—I''ve always found that you just need to experiment to find your best shade. Case in point: I might not have chosen this orangey-red shade for Taylor (shown here at the ACM Awards in Las Vegas), but somehow, it works. Perhaps it''s her flawless porcelain skin (look for a high-quality, luminizing matte foundation like <a href="http://www.giorgioarmanibeauty.com/_en/_ww/catalog/product.aspx?prdcode=A041&amp;CatCode=AXE_COSMETICS^F1_FACE^F2_FACE_FOUNDATIONS" target="_blank">Giorgio Armani''s Luminous Silk Foundation</a>). Of course, her luxe lashes and neutral shadow are also the ideal counterparts to a bold lip. Stay away from a smoky eye, and instead build up the lash line with lots of black shadow and black liquid liner. A touch of white highlighter at the inner corners of the eyes completes the look.', 'The perfect red lip: Taylor Swift', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '671-revision', '', '', '2009-04-07 10:18:17', '2009-04-07 14:18:17', '', 671, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/671-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18734, 1, '2009-04-03 15:52:55', '2009-04-03 19:52:55', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tricks-penelope-cruz-0409.jpg"></a>Straight hair fell out of favour for a while there, didn''t it? For the past few seasons, the trend''s been curls: Veronica Lake-style waves or what I like to call Hollywood Hair (the loose, dropped-out curls you see on everyone from Lauren Conrad to <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/03/23/kim-kardashian-russell-simmons-event-miami/" target="_blank">Kim Kardashian</a>).\n\nHappily, straight hair is slowly making a comeback, but this time around it''s got a bit of volume at the crown. Exhibit A: Penélope Cruz. Here''s the super-easy trick behind the look:\\\n<ol>\n	<li>Blow-dry your hair until it''s about 80 percent dry—just barely damp.</li>\n	<li>Divide into sections (brush or comb them so they''re perfectly smooth) and then wrap around jumbo-size velcro rollers. You''ll need about five or six to cover your crown.</li>\n	<li>Blast them again with your hair dryer, or just let your hair air-dry for another 10 or 15 minutes... and when you take them out, voila! Still straight, but with some extra va-va-voom.</li>\n	<li>For an even more polished look, you can whisk a flat iron over your ends only.</li>\n</ol>\nYou can find rollers from <a href="http://www.goody.com/Products/Styling%20Tools/Rollers_and_Caps/Rollers/Rollers.aspx" target="_blank">Goody</a> for under $10 at most drugstores—just make sure they''re the jumbo-size (you don''t want curls) and the velcro ones, not sponge.', 'The velcro roller volume trick', 'Yes, it IS possible to get straight hair with mega-volume. Here''s how.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '663-revision', '', '', '2009-04-03 15:52:55', '2009-04-03 19:52:55', '', 663, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/663-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18735, 1, '2009-04-02 16:43:31', '2009-04-02 21:43:31', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-eva-chen-0409.jpg"></a>What''s it <em>really</em> like being a beauty editor? <em>Teen Vogue</em>''s beauty director Eva Chen tells all in <a href="http://fashionista.com/2009/03/life_with_eva_chen_from_teen_v.php" target="_blank">this post</a> over at Fashionista.com.\n\nHow does she compare to us beauty folks north of the border? Well for starters, we''re not dealing with anything on quite this scale:\n<blockquote>I get at least 100 products a day, so I''m constantly clearing stuff out just to maintain some order!</blockquote>\nStill, the basic elements of the job remain the same, so it''s an accurate (and very detailed!) picture of what it''s like to work in the beauty department of a magazine—and a must-read if you''re thinking about getting into the industry.', 'Eva Chen, Teen Vogue&#039;s beauty director', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '654-revision', '', '', '2009-04-02 16:43:31', '2009-04-02 21:43:31', '', 654, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/04/654-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18736, 1, '2009-03-30 15:23:02', '2009-03-30 19:23:02', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-longoria-0309.jpg"></a></strong>\n\nI know what you''re thinking. Brown—for evening wear? It can''t possibly look as good as black, right? Well, judging from Ms. Eva (shown here at a <em>TV Guide</em> party in Hollywood), it can be an unexpected and super-flattering choice for anyone with golden undertones in their skin. But the key to dressing up brown for night is to pair it with glam but subtle makeup in warm, peachy tones.\n\nStart with a <strong>semi-matte foundation</strong>. But don''t go too dewy or you risk stepping into J.Lo-circa 1999 territory. For a pro application, use a foundation brush and blend the product from the centre of the face out. Generously sweep a <strong>golden-peach blush</strong> (NARS Orgasm will do nicely) across the apples of your cheeks, and pair it with a satiny lipstick or gloss in the same colour family. Play up the brown in your dress with <strong>brown eyeliner </strong>(or shadow as eyeliner). To make your eyes really pop, go for the <strong>blackest black mascara</strong>. Et voila! Brown''s not so boring after all.', 'Peachy glam: Eva Longoria Parker', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '507-revision', '', '', '2009-03-30 15:23:02', '2009-03-30 19:23:02', '', 507, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/507-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18737, 1, '2009-03-23 15:24:05', '2009-03-23 19:24:05', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/celebs-kardashian-0309.jpg"></a>The Look</strong>: Wavy, super-glossy locks.\n\n<strong>The Lowdown</strong>: Could Kim''s hair BE any more shiny? Honestly, she could get work as a hair double for those Pantene commercials. Raven-haired beauties like her have a key advantage in the shine stakes, since darker hair reflects light better than blonde or red shades. But that doesn''t mean you have to run out and pick up some hair dye. <!--more-->\n\n(Although, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/03/16/loreal-paris-excellence-to-go-10-minutes-creme-colorant/" target="_blank">as I pointed out here</a>, colouring CAN help improve the condition of your hair and make it look softer and smoother.) If you''re happy with your current shade, then your best bet is to test drive hair products specifically designed for building shine. (They''ll smooth down the hair cuticle without weighing down the hair or leaving it greasy.) Ones to try: <a href="http://well.ca/brand/pantene.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Pantene Blonde, Brunette, Red or Midnight Expressions</a>.\n\nTo style, keep in mind that straight or slightly wavy styles always look glossier than curly, frizzy hair. So apply a leave-in heat-protective product (look for one like <a href="http://well.ca/products/john-frieda-frizz-ease-thermal_4585.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">John Frieda Frizz-Ease Thermal Protection Serum</a>, which doubles as a smoothing product) and blow-dry your hair straight with a round brush. Then, working in sections, use a flat iron to create loose waves.\n\nThat''s right. Ditch the curling iron and use your trusty straightener to make curls. It''s tricky to explain, but once you get the hang of it, you''ll never go back. What you want to do is clamp the iron about halfway down the length of hair, then roll the rest of the hair around it. Twist the iron in a downward circle until you release the hair. The result? A soft wave that has better staying-power than hot rollers.', 'Kim Kardashian, Russell Simmons event, Miami', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '511-revision', '', '', '2009-03-23 15:24:05', '2009-03-23 19:24:05', '', 511, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/511-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18738, 1, '2009-03-16 09:24:27', '2009-03-16 13:24:27', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-loreal-excellence-to-go-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A full-coverage (yes, even grays!), super-conditioning home hair colouring kit that works in just 10 minutes.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: I''ll confess: I used to be terribly afraid of box hair colours. Two years ago, I decided to go dark brown, mostly to remedy a crazy solid-colour platinum blonde phase that had left my hair looking rather straw-like (along with telltale dark roots that I swear don''t even look good on Cameron Diaz). At the advice of my longtime hairdresser—who I trust implicitly and who I always come back to after my experimental disasters, which are a hazard of the job—I started box-dyeing. To my surprise, my hair actually looked, and felt, smoother.<!--more-->\n\nIt probably would have felt even better if this breakthrough product had been around back then. (Shameless plug: I wrote a piece on this, and other beauty innovations, for the May issue of <em>ELLE Canada</em>. Be sure to check it out!)\n\nWhat makes it so special? Well, instead of stripping away the hair''s protective outer layer, the formula coats the hair with a strengthening polymer and ceramides. That means your hair is left more elastic and less prone to breakage, plus the polymers ward away negative ions (I know—not sure how, but they do) which make strands look dull. Not bad for 10 minutes'' work.\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Time-crunched DIY gals whose locks need an extra moisture boost.\n\n<em>Priced at $13.99 each. Available at drugstores and mass-market retailers across Canada, or online at <a title="L''Oreal Paris Excellence to-Go 10 Minutes Creme Colourant" href="http://well.ca/brand/loreal-excellence.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>.</em>', 'Out now: L&#039;Oréal Paris Excellence to-Go 10 Minutes Creme Colorant', 'Colour, condition AND cover grays in just 10 minutes.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '495-revision', '', '', '2009-03-16 09:24:27', '2009-03-16 13:24:27', '', 495, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/495-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0);
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(18739, 1, '2009-03-12 11:40:49', '2009-03-12 15:40:49', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/how-to-sui-0309.jpg"></a>So, for years the makeup mantra has been "Pick a feature. Eyes or lips. Not both." Probably due to a looooong hangover from the Age of Overkill, a.k.a. the 1980s. But obviously, some rules are meant to be broken—take a look at the makeup from Anna Sui''s fall show (courtesy of Pat McGrath).<!--more-->\n\nBut before we go any further, there is just one thing you need to keep in mind. You see, back when we were single-feature emphasizing it was perfectly acceptable to go OTT with a super-pigmented red lipstick, for example, or a heavy charcoal shadow. Ridiculous together, but set alone, with the rest of the face almost bare, it was (and still is) a striking look.\n\nBut forget about that here. For the "eyes+lips" to work, you need <strong>sheer, almost translucent</strong> colours that you can layer to get the right amount of pigment.\n\nEyes should be smoky, but <strong>choose lighter colours</strong>, like grays or browns—nothing too heavy. And you must, must, must <strong>avoid opaque lips</strong>. Go for the stained look shown here. You can get it with CoverGirl''s new Outlast Lip Stain in Sassy Mauve ($8.69 from <a title="CoverGirl Outlast Lip Stain" href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/covergirl-outlast-lip-stain_9228.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>). But truthfully, you could get a similar look with lipstick too. Just blot it with a tissue so that you''re just left with the soft pigment. Apply a bit of lip balm (avoid gloss, it''s too shiny) for a slightly moist look.\n\nFlushed cheeks are essential to keep the look fresh—otherwise it''s too Robert Palmer-esque. (Oh and maybe keep your hair down too, just in case.)', 'How-to: Emphasize eyes AND lips', 'Channel the ''80s (in a good way). Here''s how to steal this look.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '335-revision', '', '', '2009-03-12 11:40:49', '2009-03-12 15:40:49', '', 335, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/335-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18740, 1, '2009-03-09 11:18:09', '2009-03-09 15:18:09', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-loreal-everpure-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A sulfate-free line of shampoos, conditioners and treatment products that prevent colour from fading.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Going eco is all about hard choices. Like this one: Colour-protecting—but chemical-laden—sudsy goodness... or an all-natural formula that doesn''t lather and fades your colour? Luckily it''s a trade-off we no longer have to make, thanks to this new line.<!--more-->\n\nSo first, the backstory. Most shampoos use chemicals called sulfates as cleaning agents (you''ve probably heard of sodium lauryl sulfate, which is the most common). They do a bang-up job of getting rid of dirt and oils, and are responsible for that creamy lather that helps spread the product around on your scalp.\n\nNow here''s the glitch. Sulfates are a known skin irritant, so some sensitive types might get a reaction on their scalp from using sulfate-based products. And worst of all, they can be harsh and stripping—which means they can make last week''s dye job fade faster than <em>The Hills</em> stars'' 15 minutes.\n\nThe problem with many sulfate-free shampoos, though, is that they just don''t produce any suds—nor are they especially formulated for colour-treated hair. But in this new line, L''Oréal Paris have found a way to replace the sulfates with a blend of five naturally-derived surfactants that still deliver a creamy lather. Plus, it''s totally vegan, AND they''ve thrown in some anti-fading ingredients for good measure. Genius, right?\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Anyone who wants to get more mileage out of their hair colour. (And let''s face it, in this economic climate, who doesn''t?) Available in three versions: Moisture, Smooth and Volume.\n\n<em>Priced at $10.99-12.99 each. Available at drugstores and mass-market retailers across Canada, or online at <a title="L''Oreal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Color Care System" href="http://well.ca/brand/loreal-everpure.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>.</em>', 'Out now: L&#039;Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Color Care System', 'Vegan, colour-protecting and sulfate-free. Too good to be true? Nope!', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '291-revision', '', '', '2009-03-09 11:18:09', '2009-03-09 15:18:09', '', 291, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/291-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18741, 1, '2009-03-08 12:24:29', '2009-03-08 16:24:29', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/how-to-balmain-0309.jpg"></a>Is there anything more flattering than a deep side part? Oh, I know: When it''s also got that just-got-out-of-bed-but-in-a-good-way messy volume. The models at Balmain''s fall show sported this ''do, courtesy of hairstylist Sam McKnight. Here''s how to do it at home:<!--more-->\n<ol>\n	<li>After washing your hair, towel-dry and apply a heat-protective product like <a title="TRESemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Protective Spray" href="http://www.tresemme.ca/product.aspx?id=tc-heat-tamer-protective-spray" target="_blank">TRESemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Protective Spray</a>.</li>\n	<li>While hair is still damp, apply a touch of thickening product or hair spray to give the hair some texture. (McKnight used <a title="Fekkai Coiff Bouffant Lifting &amp; Texturizing Spray Gel" href="http://www.fekkai.com/products/coiff/coiff-bouffant-lifting--texturizing-spray-gel" target="_blank">Fekkai Coiff Bouffant Lifting &amp; Texturizing Spray Gel</a> and <a title="Pantene hair spray" href="http://well.ca/products/pantene-classic-touchable_7087.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Pantene hair spray</a>.)</li>\n	<li>Use a round brush to blow-dry your hair straight. (If you''ve got fine hair, flip your head upside down while drying the roots to give them extra body.</li>\n	<li>Part the hair in a severe side part, so that it falls over one eye. (Don''t worry if you can''t see—that''s kind of the point.)</li>\n	<li>Use a flat iron to go over the ends only. (Avoid the upper 2/3 of the hair. You want to keep that body!)</li>\n	<li>Finish with a few drops of hair serum to add shine. (<a title="Schwarzkopf OSiS Magic" href="http://products.ask-schwarzkopf.net/index.php?cid=107&amp;l=6&amp;pid=10378&amp;prev=&amp;f_id=894&amp;lid=328" target="_blank">Schwarzkopf OSiS Magic</a> is a good pick.)</li>\n	<li>Now go strut your stuff.</li>\n</ol>', 'How-to: Get sexy, side-parted hair', 'Steal this sexy (and easy!) look from Balmain''s fall show.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '306-revision', '', '', '2009-03-08 12:24:29', '2009-03-08 16:24:29', '', 306, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/306-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18742, 1, '2009-03-08 10:20:25', '2009-03-08 14:20:25', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-fruitspassion-illusion-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: An eco-friendly range of fragrances and bodycare products.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: I heart the ''90s. What''s not to love? Grunge music, plaid shirts, <em>90210</em>... and in beauty, Fruits &amp; Passion. There''s something about their scents that takes me back to 1994. But while their fragrance M.O. hasn''t changed much in 15 years (why mess with a winning formula?), their new eco-friendly range is definitely circa 2009.<!--more-->\n\nIf you''re into these scents (there are three), you could really go to town here. Because not only are there a gazillion product options (okay, six: an eau de toilette, foaming bath, hand soap, hand cream, shower gel and body butter), everything is totally green too. Biodegradable and formulated without sulphates or colourants, they contain between 86 and 95 percent plant-based ingredients. Well done, F&amp;P!\n\nApple Illusion, a fruity, youngish scent, is out now—and if you saw <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/03/06/ageless-anti-age-perfume/" target="_blank">this post</a>, you''ll know that description is a good thing. Coming soon:  two more scents, Peach Obsession and Mango Evasion.\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: A hit of ''90s nostalgia, or if you like your scents to be as all-natural as possible.\n\n<em>Priced between $12-30. Available at Fruits &amp; Passion boutiques across Canada, or online at <a title="Fruits &amp; Passion" href="http://www.fruits-passion.com" target="_blank">www.fruits-passion.com</a>.</em>', 'Out now: Fruits &amp; Passion Imagine line', 'The ''90s return, with an eco twist.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '284-revision', '', '', '2009-03-08 10:20:25', '2009-03-08 14:20:25', '', 284, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/284-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18743, 1, '2009-03-07 17:45:38', '2009-03-07 21:45:38', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/how-to-dior-0309.jpg"></a>The black smoky eye is so same-old, same-old. For spring, I''m really feeling this silvery palette from Dior''s fall show. (Because while we may have to wait for the clothes, we can start wearing the beauty looks now.) It looks impressive—minus the pencil-thin eyebrows of course—but isn''t all that tricky to achieve. Trust.<!--more-->\n\n<strong>To get the look</strong>:\n<ol>\n	<li><strong>Choose a pale, slate-coloured shadow</strong> with just a hint of shimmer and brush it from the lash line up to the brows, making sure to apply it around the inner corner of the eyes for extra drama. Avoid anything too iridescent (notice the real shine is just concentrated on the inner corners of the eyes, and we''ll get to that part later).</li>\n	<li><strong>Layer a slightly darker shade on top</strong>, concentrating it in the outer part of the crease and around the outer lash line to add dimension.</li>\n	<li><strong>Line the upper lash line</strong> with a black liquid liner. Once it dries, go over the line with a black or dark gray eyeshadow (apply it with an angled brush), working the shadow as close as possible to the lash line to fill in any gaps. Brush it along the lower lash line too.</li>\n	<li>If you''re game, you can use a waterproof black eyeliner to <strong>line the inner eyelids</strong>. This is a bit tricky and I''m sure is not recommended by most opthamologists, but once you get the hang of it, is super-easy, and really makes the eyes pop.</li>\n	<li><strong>Apply a dab of shimmery white highlighter</strong> at the inner corner of each eye.</li>\n	<li>Curl your lashes and apply two or three coats of the most <strong>volumizing, lash-lengthening mascara</strong> you can find. (False lashes, as used here, would look great too.)</li>\n	<li><strong>Leave the rest of your face bare</strong>—a peachy blush and lip gloss are all you need to keep the focus on your eyes.</li>\n</ol>', 'How-to: Do Dior&#039;s modern smoky eye (minus the scary eyebrows)', 'Silver makes for a modern take on the smoky eye. Here''s the lowdown.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '244-revision', '', '', '2009-03-07 17:45:38', '2009-03-07 21:45:38', '', 244, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/244-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18744, 1, '2009-03-07 17:03:17', '2009-03-07 22:03:17', 'Thanks a lot, Blair Waldorf. I still want to wear hairbands, but you kind of ruined them for me. Sigh. I''m moving on now. At Lanvin''s fall show, the models rocked these stylish feathered hairpieces, and you heard it here first: you can pick up a cheap ''n'' cheerful, "Lanvin-esque" version (for under $10) at <a title="Forever 21" href="http://canada.forever21.com" target="_blank">Forever 21</a>. (That''s one of my two, not-so-secret go-to sources for fab, low-priced hair accessories. <a title="Claire''s Accessories" href="http://www.claires.com" target="_blank">Claire''s Accessories</a> is the other one.) Would the adorable Guido Palau, who did the hair for Lanvin, approve? I think so. After, all, I once interviewed him about the best accessories for getting your hair party-ready, and he said a simple, inexpensive black headband was the ultimate must-have. So think of this as a slightly dressed-up version.', 'Trend alert: Hair feathers', 'Forget hairbands. Feathers are the hottest hair accessory for fall ''09.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '239-revision', '', '', '2009-03-07 17:03:17', '2009-03-07 22:03:17', '', 239, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/239-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18745, 1, '2009-03-06 18:05:01', '2009-03-06 22:05:01', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-olayskinrehab-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: An intensive, three-phase anti-aging treatment for stressed-out skin.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Did you know that it''s not just wrinkles that can make your skin look older, but dull, uneven tone as well? And that stressing out—which we''re pretty much ALL guilty of—can have a real impact on both issues? Okay, I''ll stop asking questions now and instead tell you about this clever little kit.<!--more-->\n\nIt attacks BOTH wrinkles and uneven skin tone—but you''ve got to be game for two weeks of nightly treatments. For the first seven days, you apply single-dose tubes of a super-charged exfoliating complex, which helps diminish the appearance of wrinkles and discolouration. (Who knew, right? Well, the theory is that a good exfoliation helps along your skin cell turnover, which gets sluggish starting in your thirties.)\n\nThen, for the next six days, you apply a potent form of Olay''s glucosamine complex, which helps block the enzyme that produces melanin—the substance responsible for uneven skin tone. Take that, pesky age spots!\n\nThe last step is a super-hydrating mask that contains five times the amount of skin conditioners found in a typical lotion, to give your skin a final boost of moisture. (Translation: you''ll finish off the two weeks with dewy, glowy, healthy-looking skin.)\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Giving your skin a treat after a spell of bad behaviour. (Um, can I do this treatment weekly?)\n\n<em>Priced at $42.99 for 13 tubes and one mask. <em>Available at food, drug and mass merchandise retailers across Canada.</em></em>', 'Out now: Olay Definity 14 Day Skin Rehabilitation', 'Does your skin need to go to rehab?', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '257-revision', '', '', '2009-03-06 18:05:01', '2009-03-06 22:05:01', '', 257, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/257-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18746, 1, '2009-03-06 15:06:01', '2009-03-06 19:06:01', '<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tricks-eyeshadow-primer-0309.jpg"></a>Let''s talk oily eyelids. Gross, right? But they''re the reason why your eyeshadow winds up migrating into the crease of your lids, instead of staying put like it''s supposed to. And honestly, there''s almost nothing worse—especially when you''ve spent half an hour on a meticulous smoky eye.<!--more--></p>\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tricks-eyeshadow-primer-guerlain-0309.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-621" title="tricks-eyeshadow-primer-guerlain-0309" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tricks-eyeshadow-primer-guerlain-0309.jpg" alt="tricks-eyeshadow-primer-guerlain-0309" width="200" height="200" /></a>One way to counteract this phenomenon is to prime your lids <em>before</em> you slick on the shadow. Right now, I''m testing out <a title="Guerlain Ombre Eclat Eye Primer" href="http://www.guerlain.com/index.asp?page=gbasp/maquillage/&amp;logo=1" target="_blank">Guerlain''s new Ombre Éclat Eye Primer</a> ($33, available at Guerlain boutiques, Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Boutiques and department stores). It''s a creamy powder that helps shadow adhere, and it also treats the eye area thanks to smoothing polymers and hydrating dry oils. The verdict? It still doesn''t make shadow budge-proof, but it''s a heck of a lot better than going without primer at all.\n\nIn a pinch, you can also use a thin layer of<strong> liquid concealer or foundation</strong> to prep the lids, and then dust with powder. This will help soak up some of the oils on your lids and give the shadow something to grip on to.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tricks-waterproof-eyeshadow-dior-0309.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-622" title="tricks-waterproof-eyeshadow-dior-0309" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/tricks-waterproof-eyeshadow-dior-0309.jpg" alt="tricks-waterproof-eyeshadow-dior-0309" width="200" height="200" /></a>Or, you can simply switch from your usual eyeshadow to a <strong>waterproof cream version</strong>. Since I usually can''t be bothered with the extra steps of primer, concealer, foundation and/or powder, this is my favourite time-saving trick. Dior makes a waterproof shadow called <a title="Dior Eye Show" href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P177722&amp;categoryId=B70" target="_blank">Eye Show</a>—I love Undressed Beige, a shimmery, goes-with-anything shade. You can also try <a title="Clinique Touch Base for Eyes" href="http://www.clinique.ca/templates/products/sp_shaded.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY4898&amp;PRODUCT_ID=PROD562" target="_blank">Clinique Touch Base for Eyes</a> or <a title="Revlon ColorStay 12-Hour Eyeshadow" href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/revlon-colorstay-12-hour-eyeshadow_4275.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Revlon ColorStay 12-Hour Eyeshadow</a>.', 'The trick to making eyeshadow last longer', 'Put your shadow in its place with these handy hints.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '221-revision', '', '', '2009-03-06 15:06:01', '2009-03-06 19:06:01', '', 221, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/221-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18747, 1, '2009-03-06 13:23:46', '2009-03-06 17:23:46', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-ageless-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A tropical, fruity-floral scent that can make you seem 8 to 12 years younger.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Sometimes I hear about a new beauty product and really wish I''d thought of it first. That''s the case with this new fragrance, which apparently knocks up to 12 years off your age. <!--more-->\n\nHow the heck does it do that, you say? Well, it''s no secret that the fragrance tastes of teenage girls are usually radically different to 40-something women. New York-based Harvey Prince &amp; Co., the makers of this fragrance, decided to find out whether <em>men</em> can peg our age group based on our fragrance choices. They commissioned clinical trials to find out which scents evoke maturity and which suggest youth. And no surprises here: Rose got the thumbs down (I''ve <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/03/03/the-body-shop-moroccan-rose-eau-de-toilette/" target="_blank">posted before</a> about its old-lady factor), but pink grapefruit, mango, pomegranate, jasmine and musk (all found in Ageless, by the way) were considered youthful. So much so, that wearers were perceived as 8 to 12 years younger.\n\nThe company also says Ageless counters something called "noneal," which is a body chemical people naturally produce as they age and a result of the breakdown in fatty acids in the skin. Nice. Now I''m going to have to add <em>that</em> to my list of future beauty worries: crow''s feet, freak gray hairs... noneal!?\n\nAnyway, I have to admit, I do like this. But that''s likely because I find most big-name scents way too heavy and cloying, so my tastes are probably more in line with the typical 15-year-old. Which is probably exactly what they were going for, come to think of it.\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Anti-aging fanatics, fruity-floral lovers... or teenagers.\n\n<em>Priced at $98 for 100 mL. Available exclusively at The Bay.</em>', 'New fragrance alert: Ageless Anti-Age Perfume', 'No joke: This new fragrance can make you appear up to 12 years younger!', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '216-revision', '', '', '2009-03-06 13:23:46', '2009-03-06 17:23:46', '', 216, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/216-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18748, 1, '2009-03-05 19:58:53', '2009-03-05 23:58:53', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-maybelline-lash-stiletto-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A super-shiny, lash-lengthening mascara.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Podiatrists hate stilettos, but anyone with a full-length mirror can tell you that they instantly make any outfit look 100 times better. Now there''s a mascara based upon the same premise—that it does for your lashes what stilettos do for your legs. <!--more-->\n\nThe trick is all in the brush. Most mascaras just cover the front part of the lashes, but this one has bristles that grip them so that the product gets all the way through. It''s a complete 360-degree application, which makes the lashes look thicker and, of course, longer. The formula also contains pigments that give a patent leather-like shine. Sweet!\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Nights when you want to up the drama. Pair accordingly with skyscraper heels.\n\n<em>Priced at $10.99 each. Available at drugstores and mass retailers across Canada, or online at <a title="Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara" href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/maybelline-lash-stiletto-ultimate_9404.html" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>.</em>', 'Out now: Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara', 'Can a mascara do for your lashes what stilettos do for your legs?', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '279-revision', '', '', '2009-03-05 19:58:53', '2009-03-05 23:58:53', '', 279, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/279-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18749, 1, '2009-03-04 19:30:19', '2009-03-04 23:30:19', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-opi-south-beach-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A range of 12 new nail polish shades.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: March presents all kinds of fashion dilemmas. Is it too late in the season for sweaters? Will I look silly wearing my new spring blouse? Luckily, our beauty choices don''t require such important questions. And this new nail polish line is bright enough to beat any case of the end-of-winter blahs.\n\nThese polishes were inspired by the colours of South Beach, Miami. (On a trip there last year with P&amp;G Beauty, it wasn''t so much the colours that I noticed but the craaaaazy party scene. Imagine your hotel''s pool turning into an all-day club, manned by a crew of über-tanned, thong-wearing hedonists. Our crew of pasty white, black-clad editors could not. have. stood. out. more.)<!--more-->\n\nAnyway, back to the nail polish. The best part of this collection is that it includes several purple-based shades, which will be a big trend for spring: Done Out in Deco (a pale lilac), Overexposed in South Beach (a vibrant purple) and Miami Beet (red-violet). Of course, no trip to Miami would be complete without some Day-Glo brights thrown in. OPI on Collins Ave. is a fantastic red-orange, and Feelin'' Hot-Hot-Hot! is the perfect shade of flamingo pink.\n\nMore good news: OPI have formulated these without toluene, formaldehyde and DBP (dibutyl phthalate). Hurrah!\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Getting in a warm-weather mood.\n\n<em>Priced at $9.95 each. Available at professional salons and spas across Canada.</em>', 'What&#039;s new: OPI South Beach Collection', 'Beat the winter blahs with these hot new shades for your nails.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '275-revision', '', '', '2009-03-04 19:30:19', '2009-03-04 23:30:19', '', 275, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/275-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18750, 1, '2009-03-03 13:07:35', '2009-03-03 17:07:35', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-body-shop-moroccan-rose-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A modern take on classic rose.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Rose is one of those polarizing scents. Some people love it. Others (including me) think it''s awfully close to old-lady territory. But there''s no old-lady factor here. (Really—and this is coming from someone who had to retire her beloved Stella McCartney fragrance, which is supposedly a modern rose. Back in ''06 I really liked it, probably swayed by all the publicity and by the fact that I love Stella as a designer. But alas, it wasn''t meant to be. After a while I realized I just smelled like a grandmother, i.e. NOT sexy.)<!--more-->\n\nAnyway, this one is different. It''s like they took just a hint of rose, and then counterbalanced it with lashings of lemon oil for freshness, and base notes of vanilla and musk to give it warmth and depth. And since I’m pretty democratic about my fragrance choices, I’ll come right out and say it: I think this scent is actually sophisticated enough to hold its own against more pricey alternatives.\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: The feminine floral-lover that''s looking for a lighter, everyday scent. The one caveat with many Body Shop scents is that they don''t last as long, so pair this with the matching Shower Gel ($13), Body Milk ($16.50) or Body Butter ($20) for more mileage.\n\n<em>Priced at $25 for 50 mL. Available at The Body Shop stores across Canada, or online at <a title="The Body Shop" href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca" target="_blank">www.thebodyshop.ca</a>.</em>', 'Out now: The Body Shop Moroccan Rose Eau de Toilette', 'Not your grandmother''s rose perfume.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '185-revision', '', '', '2009-03-03 13:07:35', '2009-03-03 17:07:35', '', 185, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/185-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18751, 1, '2009-03-03 11:27:45', '2009-03-03 15:27:45', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-herbal-essences-hydralicious-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A mega-moisturizing collection of shampoos and conditioners.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Are you one of those people whose hair just can''t get enough conditioner? If you are, you know the drill—handfuls of conditioner in the shower, then some skillful manoeuvering with a comb to get rid of all the tangles. But I think I just discovered a new product that can help you (and me) out.<!--more-->\n\nBut first a bit of history. A long time ago, when I was just a wee beauty journalist, P&amp;G Beauty flew a bunch of us to New York for the launch of Olay Ribbons Body Wash. Now I know we’re not talking about splitting the atom here, but in my circles, this product was what we call <em>a very big deal</em>. That’s because P&amp;G developed a way to swirl together two different “ribbons” of product—one cleanser, one moisturizer—in one bottle. Which meant that you could just about do away with your post-shower body lotion, if you so chose. (And being the laziest beauty editor of all time, I did.)<!--more-->\n\nFast-forward to 2009 and now you can find the same innovation in this new line of hair products<a title="Herbal Essences Hydralicious collection" href="http://www.herbalessences.ca/en_CA/collections/hydralicious/default.jsp" target="_blank"></a>. Each shampoo contains two different formulas: The clear swirl cleanses and prevents tangling and breakage, while the opaque swirl conditions and softens. When combined with water, they release even more moisturizing ingredients to repair and protect hair from future damage. And you can lock it all in with the conditoner. Now that''s a whole lotta moisture!\n\nOh, and did I mention how great these smell? P&amp;G also has a team of scent experts, who actually develop fragrances for the Herbal Essences products in the same way you''d create a perfume. And they''re equally luscious—think water lily nectar, red vanilla and passion fruit.\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Any hair type. There are three versions: Featherweight, which boosts hair that needs body; Self-Targeting, which targets hydration only where you need it; and Reconditioning, which conditions dry, damaged, frizzy hair.\n\n<em>Priced at $3.99 for 300 mL. Available at food, drug and mass merchandise retailers across Canada, or online at <a title="Well.ca" href="http://well.ca/products/herbal-essences-hydralicious_9755.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>.\n</em>', 'Out now: Herbal Essences Hydralicious collection', 'Dry hair? Give it a moisture boost with this super-hydrating collection.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '170-revision', '', '', '2009-03-03 11:27:45', '2009-03-03 15:27:45', '', 170, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/170-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18752, 1, '2009-03-02 20:13:52', '2009-03-03 00:13:52', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-frieda-pinto-0309.jpg"></a>Psst! We hear that <em>Slumdog Millionaire</em> star Freida Pinto may soon return to her modelling roots.\n\nBeauty gossips tell us that the 24-year-old actress could become a spokesperson for Estée Lauder. Which would be mighty smart of them, because if they don''t snatch her up soon, some other beauty company will. She''s not only drop-dead gorgeous, but her star is on the rise in Hollywood. She recently signed on to play the ingénue in Woody Allen’s yet-to-be named next film.\n\nNaturally, reps from both sides declined to comment, but you know what they say about rumours...', 'Freida Pinto to become an Estée Lauder face?', 'Is the <i>Slumdog Millionaire</i> star returning to her modelling roots?', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '151-revision', '', '', '2009-03-02 20:13:52', '2009-03-03 00:13:52', '', 151, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/151-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18753, 1, '2009-03-02 19:12:32', '2009-03-02 23:12:32', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-loreal-beauty-tubes-0309.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A two-step mascara that lengthens lashes—and guarantees no more raccoon eyes.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: You don’t need me to tell you that under-eye mascara smudges aren''t a good look. In fact, if you’re a beauty junkie, you’re probably already familiar with Kiss Me Mascara, a must-have product for preventing telltale raccoon eyes. But it looks like they have some new competition.<!--more-->\n\nKiss Me Mascara gained cult status because of its “tube” technology. In other words, the formula coats individual lashes with tubes of colour, which don’t flake, smudge or run—and at the end of the day, easily come off with warm water. Sounds great, right? Well, almost. Although I’m a long-time fan of Kiss Me, I usually save it for gym days or hot weather, because it doesn’t do much in the way of volume-building or lash-lengthening.\n\nBut leave it to L’Oréal Paris to answer my beauty prayers.\n\nDouble Extend Beauty Tubes Mascara is similar to Kiss Me’s version, but it works in two steps: First, you prime with a basecoat, which nourishes the lashes and ensures the top layer will go on evenly. Then, you brush on the colour topcoat, which uses the same tube technology—but extends lashes too.\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: L’Oréal Paris says this mascara will give you the look of salon lash extensions, so if you''re after a lush, dramatic look, then this is product for you. It''s also a great option if you''re like me and simply hate when mascara won''t stay put. (It''s also easier to find than Kiss Me, which isn''t widely distributed.)\n\n<em>Priced at $14.95 each. Available at drugstores and mass-market retailers across Canada, or online at <a title="Well.ca" href="http://well.ca/index.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>.</em>', 'What&#039;s new: L’Oréal Paris Double Extend Beauty Tubes Mascara', 'Find out the high-tech trick that guarantees this mascara won''t give you raccoon eyes.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '143-revision', '', '', '2009-03-02 19:12:32', '2009-03-02 23:12:32', '', 143, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/143-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18754, 1, '2009-03-01 13:25:41', '2009-03-01 17:25:41', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-salma-hayek-0309.jpg"></a>This just in: Salma Hayek has plans to develop her own beauty line. Here''s what she told <a title="WWD.com" href="http://www.wwd.com/beauty-industry-news/salma-hayeks-beauty-secret-2037825?src=nl/newsAlert/20090227" target="_blank"><em>WWD</em></a> at a recent fête:\n<blockquote>"I am trying to develop a line with a drugstore. I have been doing research for two or three years. My approach is how we can get the essence of the really expensive [products] for everyone."</blockquote>\nWill it give us her trademark sultry eyes and full lips too? We can only dream.\n\nP.S. Does it look like Ms. Hayek is wearing only a bra under her jacket? Hmmm. Maybe it''s because I was just watching a re-run of that <em>Seinfeld</em> episode where the woman wears a bra as a top. No? Carry on.', 'Salma Hayek, beautypreneur?', 'Why is Salma smiling?', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '193-revision', '', '', '2009-03-01 13:25:41', '2009-03-01 17:25:41', '', 193, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/03/193-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18755, 1, '2009-02-27 22:01:53', '2009-02-28 02:01:53', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-neutrogena-acne-wash-0209.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A new-and-improved breakout-clearing face wash.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Is your cleanser sleeping on the job? If you get breakouts, it might be. That''s because surface sebum can block the cleansing agents (and any active ingredients) from penetrating into your pores. But hear me out: You don''t need to scrub away at it with harsh, drying cleansers. Thanks to advances in skincare technology, it''s all about kinder, gentler formulations, which remove sebum and deliver active ingredients without irritation.<!--more-->\n\nThis new and improved version of Neutrogena''s classic Acne Wash features a proprietary technology called MicroClear, which contains special oil-dissolving agents. They, in turn, help the acne medication (2 percent salicylic acid) get deeper into the skin to clear and prevent breakouts. Is your usual face wash this clever?\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Acne-prone skin types. If your skin can handle it, use it daily as a preventative measure; but if it''s too drying, scale back to a few times a week.\n\n<em>Priced at $9-11 for 177 mL. Available at drugstores and mass-market retailers, including Walmart and Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada, or online at <a title="Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash in Pink Grapefruit" href="http://well.ca/products/neutrogena-oil-free-acne-wash_3646.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>.\n</em>', 'Out now: Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash in Pink Grapefruit', 'Why your usual cleanser could be sleeping on the job... and why you may want to replace it with this one.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '162-revision', '', '', '2009-02-27 22:01:53', '2009-02-28 02:01:53', '', 162, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/02/162-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18756, 1, '2009-02-27 18:37:29', '2009-02-27 22:37:29', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-dove-go-fresh-0209.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A travel-sized moisturizing body spray.\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: So you''re heading to dinner straight from work. Or it''s after yoga class and you''re covered in sweat, but can''t bear to set foot in the grungy showers. What you need is this cheap and cheerful little number, which has a pretty, subtle scent AND delivers a hint of Dove moisturizer. So you could use it as a fragrance, body mist, or even, in a pinch, as an occasional sub for your body lotion if your skin isn''t overly dry.\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Your gym bag, purse, office drawer or airplane carry-on. Available in three scents: Burst (nectarine and white ginger), Energizing (grapefruit and lemongrass) and Cool Essentials (cucumber and green tea).\n\n<em>Priced at $3.99 for 89 mL. Available at grocery, drug and mass merchandising stores across Canada.</em>', 'Out now: Dove Go Fresh Body Mist', 'Just call it The Little Multitasking Body Spray That Could.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '264-revision', '', '', '2009-02-27 18:37:29', '2009-02-27 22:37:29', '', 264, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/02/264-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18757, 1, '2009-02-24 12:50:00', '2009-02-24 16:50:00', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/how-to-look-well-rested-0209.jpg"></a>What’s the one single makeup trick that makes the biggest difference to how you look—and that you should <em>always</em> apply, no matter whether you’re going to work or just heading to yoga class?<!--more-->\n\n<strong>Apply concealer to the inner corners around your eyes.</strong>\n\nI picked up this trick a few years ago from makeup artist (and ex-beauty editor) Miriam Gee of <a title="GEE Beauty" href="http://www.geebeauty.com" target="_blank">GEE Beauty</a> in Toronto. I had a one-on-one makeup lesson with her for a story I was writing for <a title="FASHION Magazine" href="http://www.fashionmagazine.com" target="_blank"><em>FASHION</em></a>, and at the time was only applying my concealer under the outer corners of my eyes.\n\nBig mistake.\n\nThe skin around the inner corners of your eyes is actually more shadowed than the rest of the eye area, so covering it up can make a dramatic difference. According to Miriam, <strong>if you do just one thing before you walk out the door, do this!</strong> It will instantly give your eyes a lift and make you look more awake and rested.\n\nLook for a concealer with a slightly creamy consistency. (Naturally, <a title="GEE Beauty" href="http://www.geebeauty.com" target="_blank">GEE Beauty</a>’s own concealer stick works well; I also like <a title="Benefit Boi-ing" href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B0015YGE3M/sr=1-3/qid=1235323254/ref=sr_1_3/184-3560534-0186433?ie=UTF8&amp;n=164988011&amp;bcBrand=core" target="_blank">Benefit Boi-ing</a>). But don''t go too creamy—<a title="Benefit Erase Paste" href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B0011UNTJ2?bcBrand=core" target="_blank">Benefit Erase Paste</a>, for example, can crease. Powders, like <a title="bareMinerals Well-Rested" href="http://store.bareescentuals.com/bareMinerals%20Well-Rested%20for%20Eyes/35954,default,pd.html?cgid=BE_SUB_MULTITASKINGMINERALS" target="_blank">bareMinerals Well-Rested</a><a title="bareMinerals Well-Rested for Eyes" href="http://store.bareescentuals.com/bareMinerals%20Well-Rested%20for%20Eyes/35954,default,pd.html?cgid=BE_SUB_MULTITASKINGMINERALS" target="_blank"> for Eyes</a>, also do the trick, although in my experience they don’t last quite as long. Just make sure you avoid anything too heavy, as it will just look cakey around the delicate eye area.\n\nFor best results, apply with a concealer brush. Or, in a pinch, you can use your ring finger—just be gentle!', 'How-to: Look well-rested', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/how-to-look-well-rested-0209.jpg"></a>What’s the one single makeup trick that makes the biggest difference to how you look—and that you should <em>always</em> apply, no matter whether you’re going to work or just heading to yoga class?', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '63-revision', '', '', '2009-02-24 12:50:00', '2009-02-24 16:50:00', '', 63, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/02/63-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18758, 1, '2009-02-21 15:36:15', '2009-02-21 19:36:15', '<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/products-smashbox-eye-palette-0209.jpg"></a>What it is</strong>: A 10-shade palette of fun, but virtually goof-proof eyeshadows to help you "unleash your inner [makeup] artist."\n\n<strong>What it does</strong>: Are you an experiment-with-your-makeup kind of gal, or do you have a steady relationship with your favourite brown shadow? If you''re in the latter camp, this palette could be just the ticket for dialing up your look.<!--more-->\n<p style="text-align: left;">Now I’m a lazy girl myself, so I totally get it that you have better things to do than meticulously apply a five-colour eyeshadow palette before you go to work every morning. (Heck, I don’t even <em>wear</em> makeup most days, since I work out of my home office.) But this palette (which also comes with a pro-quality brush) isn''t just for makeup maestros with too much time on their hands. The shades are so sheer and wearable, you''ll be branching out into lilac and celery green in no time. Of course, it also includes standby shades like deep chocolate and pale biscuit.</p>\n\n<strong>Best suited for</strong>: Makeup novices looking for some great basics to build from and experiment with.\n\n<em>Priced at $55 each. Available at select Shoppers Drug Mart stores, Sephora and select independent boutiques across Canada.</em>', 'Smashbox Artist Eye Palette in Muse', 'Unleash your inner (makeup) artist with this must-have eye palette.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '77-revision', '', '', '2009-02-21 15:36:15', '2009-02-21 19:36:15', '', 77, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/02/77-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18759, 1, '2009-02-19 12:01:39', '2009-02-19 16:01:39', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/diary-welcome-0209.jpg"></a>Let’s face it—the last thing this world needs is another beauty blog. Which is why, despite possessing an infinite amount of knowledge on hair removal, lip gloss and where to get the best pedicures, it took me until now to start this site. But let me tell you why things will be different around here.<!--more-->\n\nFirst of all, full disclosure: I write about beauty for a living. Most recently, I was the beauty and health editor at <em>ELLE Canada</em>. I’ve also written for <em>FLARE</em>, <em>FASHION</em>, <em>The Globe and Mail</em>, <em>Toronto Life</em>, <em>Chatelaine</em>, <em>Glow</em>, <em>enRoute</em>, <em>Cosmetics</em>, <em>WHERE</em>, <em>Quill &amp; Quire</em> and <em>Wish</em>, and appeared as a guest on <em>Canada AM</em> and <em>Breakfast Television</em>.\n\nSo you could say I’ve picked up a thing or two along the way, thanks to dozens of interviews over the years with dermatologists, hairdressers, makeup artists and fragrance designers. I also test new products and services on a regular basis—which isn’t always glam, by the way. (Some day, I’ll tell you about my near-death experience while having a facial.)\n\nMy goal here is not only to share what I’ve learned, but also to provide you with insider access to new trends, product launches and experts. Just think of this site like a beauty magazine, only better. (After all, there’ll be more to read, more often—and it’s free! Plus, I promise brutal honesty—I’ll tell you how I really feel about every product I''ve tested.)\n\nSo with that, welcome to <strong>BeautyEditor.ca</strong>! I hope you’ll let me know what you think by commenting on posts or dropping me a line <a href="mailto:michelle@beautyeditor.ca" target="_blank">here</a>.', 'BeautyEditor.ca: Not your average beauty blog', 'Let me tell you why things will be different around here.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '33-revision', '', '', '2009-02-19 12:01:39', '2009-02-19 16:01:39', '', 33, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/02/33-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18760, 1, '2009-10-21 04:50:33', '2009-10-21 08:50:33', 'Both AMAZING.\n\nFirst up is <a href="http://www.esteelauder.com/product/spp.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT649&amp;PRODUCT_ID=6662" target="_blank">Estée Lauder''s new, limited-edition Signature Lipstick in Simply Red</a> ($23, at select The Bay Estée Lauder counters across Canada).\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/esteelauder_simplyredlipstick1.gif"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3975" title="esteelauder_simplyredlipstick" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/esteelauder_simplyredlipstick1.gif" alt="esteelauder_simplyredlipstick" width="476" height="129" /></a></p>\nIt''s simply gorgeous.\n\nI fell in love with this immediately back in the summer when the company first sent it my way. It''s quite possibly the most stand-out physical specimen of a lipstick that I''ve ever seen. I know EL has a reputation for being a little on the er, elderly side, shall we say? (I mean that with no offense, but does your mom use Estée? Okay, mine too. So it''s no M.A.C or even YSL.) But this—this is a work of art. Even the lipstick itself has bevelled edges!\n\nMore affordable but equally chic is <a href="http://www.maybellinenewyork.ca/caeng/products/lips/l29l70l670l674l2882.htm" target="_blank">Maybelline New York''s ColorSensational Lipstick in Are You Red-Dy</a> ($9.99, at drugstores).\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/maybelline_areyoureddy1.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3979" title="maybelline_areyoureddy" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/maybelline_areyoureddy1.jpg" alt="maybelline_areyoureddy" width="300" height="400" /></a>For some reason, many mass-market lipsticks come with unnecessary shimmer or weird brownish tinges. Not this one. It''s a clear, true red that would work on almost anyone. Maybelline also threw in some extra hydrating power (in the form of vitamin E and honey nectar, yum).\n\nIsn''t it great to have OPTIONS?', 'Two red lipsticks, two price points', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3970-revision', '', '', '2009-10-21 04:50:33', '2009-10-21 08:50:33', '', 3970, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3970-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0);
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(18761, 1, '2009-10-20 05:00:09', '2009-10-20 10:00:09', 'Back in September, at the end of New York Fashion Week, I posted a collection of <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank">rather </a><em><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank">unadvisable</a></em><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank"> hair and makeup looks</a>. Of course, none of it was THAT bad. (Okay, maybe <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank">Marc Jacobs'' clown faces</a>, but that was it.) New York designers are generally pretty reasonable when it comes to beauty.\n\nBut those Europeans? CRAZY TOWN. When I was at <em>ELLE</em>, it was always a joy sifting through the fashion week images from Paris, London and Milan. These designers'' vision of crazy was truly breathtaking.\n\nSo. For the purpose of nothing except having a laugh today, please sit back, scroll on, and let the freak show begin! (Note: These images get progressively worse. Ha!) <!--more-->\n\nFirst up we have Christian Dior. Can you say OVERDONE? Some beauty pundits liked this look, but I''m not a fan of anything this retro. (They tried to modernize it with the clashing purple eyeshadow... but honestly? It just clashes.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/christiandior_spring2010beauty.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3878" title="christiandior_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/christiandior_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="christiandior_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nHere we have Marni''s attempt at <em>haute</em> gypsy. I don''t hate it, but I prefer to go about my day looking like I at least <em>tried</em> to cobble together a somewhat polished appearance. Just imagine how many hours the hair and makeup people put in to get the girls looking this bedraggled:\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3847" title="marni_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/marni_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="marni_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" />\n\nRemember those circular hairbands with the teeth? Always hated them, but they were really "in" in the ''90s, and now Yves Saint Laurent has resurrected them. In multiples.\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3846" title="ysl_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="ysl_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" />\n\nNow we have Roksanda Ilincic, where the models apparently got doused in copious amounts of oil and an ugly shade of rust-brown shadow. Doesn''t this gal look positively murderous? I guess I''d feel that way too if somebody made me go out in public like this.\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3848" title="roksandailincic_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/roksandailincic_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="roksandailincic_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" />\n\nNow Luella, where they''ve taken the idea of the fun, kooky girl-woman and REALLY ran with it. This could put you off bows and blue eyeshadow <em>for life.</em>\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/luella_spring2010beauty.jpg"> <img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3845" title="luella_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/luella_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="luella_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nMost fashion weeks include at least one bird''s nest hairdo, and Lanvin does not disappoint:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/lanvin_spring2010beauty.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3861" title="lanvin_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/lanvin_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="lanvin_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nNow, here come the REALLY good ones. At Comme des Garçons, there was a Marie Antoinette revival—complete with red and white hair, giant safety pins and some serious under-eye circles.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/commedesgarcons_spring2010beauty.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3862" title="commedesgarcons_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/commedesgarcons_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="commedesgarcons_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nJohn Galliano''s show was said to be inspired by silent film stars facing their inevitable career demise. (Sounds like publishing.) I appreciate the artistry that went into this, I really do, but doesn''t this lady look like she''d haunt you? (Shudder.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/johngalliano_spring2010beauty.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3871" title="johngalliano_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/johngalliano_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="johngalliano_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nYohji Yamamoto can always be counted on to bring the crazy, and here we''ve got not only the aforementioned bird''s nest hairdo, but also some impressively bushy green eyebrows.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/yohjiyamamoto_spring2010beauty.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3877" title="yohjiyamamoto_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/yohjiyamamoto_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="yohjiyamamoto_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nAnd finally, we have Alexander McQueen, where the models were perfectly alien-esque. Yowza!\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3856" title="alexandermcqueen_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/alexandermcqueen_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="alexandermcqueen_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" />', 'S/S &#039;10: More Fashion Week beauty don&#039;ts', 'Back in September, at the end of New York Fashion Week, I posted a collection of <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank">rather </a><em><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank">unadvisable</a></em><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank"> hair and makeup looks</a>. Of course, none of it was THAT bad. (Okay, maybe <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank">Marc Jacobs'' clown faces</a>, but that was it.) New York designers are generally pretty reasonable when it comes to beauty.\n\nBut those Europeans? CRAZY TOWN. When I was at <em>ELLE</em>, it was always a joy sifting through the fashion week images from Paris, London and Milan. These designers'' vision of crazy was truly breathtaking.\n\nSo. For the purpose of nothing except having a laugh today, please sit back, scroll on, and let the freak show begin! (Note: These images get progressively worse. Ha!)', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3825-revision', '', '', '2009-10-20 05:00:09', '2009-10-20 10:00:09', '', 3825, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3825-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18762, 1, '2009-10-20 04:55:44', '2009-10-20 08:55:44', 'Is it just me, or is the name of this product EXCESSIVELY long?\n\nAnyhoo, let me tell you about it. Ever heard of the concept of double cleansing? As in washing your face not once, but TWICE? Yeah, I know that doesn''t sound radical at all, but I swear that when <a href="http://www.dermalogica.com/ca/products.html#/products/product-use/cleansers/precleanse" target="_blank">Dermalogica</a> first introduced this concept—via a product you may be familiar with, called <a href="http://www.dermalogica.com/ca/products.html#/products/product-use/cleansers/precleanse" target="_blank">PreCleanse</a>—beauty editors across the nation (okay, we''re all in Toronto) gasped in shock.\n\n"You mean if I only wash my face once, it''s not actually CLEAN? And that I''m actually leaving dirt, sunscreen, makeup and sebum on my face?"\n\nYES. It''s true. Oh, the horrors.\n\nNow, some people don''t like the idea of putting all that oil on their face (<a href="http://www.dermalogica.com/ca/products.html#/products/product-use/cleansers/precleanse" target="_blank">PreCleanse</a>, among others, is an oil, requiring emulsification with water). So may I present to you an alternative? I''ve been using <a href="http://www.physiciansformula.com/en-us/productdetail/skin/makeup-removers/01201.html" target="_blank">The Product Whose Name is Too Long</a> for a few weeks now as my initial cleansing step (I follow it up with <a href="http://www.kiehls.com/_us/_en/face/collection/acai-damage-minimizing-damage-cleanser.htm" target="_blank">Kiehl''s Acai Damage-Minimizing Cleanser</a> for good measure) and I''m enjoying its creamy, gentle, easy-to-rinse-off texture.\n\nLike <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/07/06/liquid-foundation-i-actually-like-physicians-formula-organic-wear-liquid-foundation-spf-15/" target="_blank">my other favourite Physicians Formula product</a>, it contains organic lavender essential oil and is free of all the baddies: mineral oil (a BIG one if you''re trying to get clean—duh!), sulfates, parabens and synthetic preservatives, colours and fragrances.\n\nPriced at $15.79 each and available at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.', 'Product review: Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Facial Makeup Remover Lotion', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3959-revision', '', '', '2009-10-20 04:55:44', '2009-10-20 08:55:44', '', 3959, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3959-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18763, 1, '2009-10-19 05:10:19', '2009-10-19 10:10:19', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/valentino_spring2010beauty.jpg"></a>Fashion is fickle. I just wrote you a post about <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/19/first-look-gio…mani-spring-10/" target="_blank">an ethereal, pale, light smoky eye</a>, and now here we are with THIS (at Valentino). The polar opposite: all graphic lines and heavy, heavy black.\n\nJust in case, you know, you wanted OPTIONS.\n\nOne reason I''m a fan of this look is because it works on people who lack creases in their eyelids. That would be me. And many, many Asian people. Oh, and the model Chanel Iman (this is from <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/06/first-look-bottega-veneta-spring-10/" target="_blank">Bottega Veneta</a>, but it gives you a good view of those lids):\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chaneliman.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3934" title="chaneliman" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chaneliman.jpg" alt="chaneliman" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nNow, here she is with the graphic liner at Valentino:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/valentino_spring2010beauty2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3875" title="valentino_spring2010beauty2" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/valentino_spring2010beauty2.jpg" alt="valentino_spring2010beauty2" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nSee? It gives the illusion of a crease because the liner (well, it''s mostly likely a combo of liner plus shadow) is extended up slightly higher on the lid. And notice how the colour is taken all the way from the inner corners.\n\nAll of this may not be important to you if you have normal eyelids, but for us crease-challenged people, it''s KEY. (Otherwise, we go through a daily caper known as The Case of the Missing Eyeshadow, which gets REAL old after a while, see?)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/makeupforever_waterproofliner.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3935" title="makeupforever_waterproofliner" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/makeupforever_waterproofliner.jpg" alt="makeupforever_waterproofliner" width="300" height="300" /></a>Tools you need: some INDUSTRIAL-strength black liner, and some black shadow over top to help it stay put. I hear, via <a href="http://imabeautygeek.com/" target="_blank">Beautygeeks</a>'' Janine, that <a href="http://www.makeupforever.com/int/en/products/#/int/en/products/eyes/eye-liner/eyeliner-waterproof/" target="_blank">Make Up For Ever</a> and <a href="http://www.goshamericas.com/eye.asp" target="_blank">Gosh</a> have some impressive waterproof options these days.\n\nLast thing: although Valentino Garavani retired in 2007 (Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli are now designing for the label), perhaps consider one more thing to get you all Valentino-esque. Go see the documentary (<em><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/07/10/fun-film-valentino-the-last-emperor/" target="_blank">Valentino: The Last Emperor</a></em>), which will not only give you a new appreciation for the grace and femininity of the clothing, but also make you laugh—A LOT—at the relationship between the man himself and his long-suffering business partner, Giancarlo Giammetti. It''s a must-see!', 'First Look: Valentino Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3873-revision', '', '', '2009-10-19 05:10:19', '2009-10-19 10:10:19', '', 3873, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3873-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18764, 1, '2009-10-19 05:00:17', '2009-10-19 10:00:17', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/giorgioarmani_spring2010beauty.jpg"></a>If you hang around the beauty biz long enough, you start to recognize a fair bit of recycling of trends—especially in makeup. For example, I''m sure you recognize the perennial Return of the Red Lip story, which happens every year. Or that Matte Lipstick is Back (it never really catches on). And of course, The New Smoky Eye, which is what we see here.\n\nNew, it''s most definitely not—I''ve been seeing a version of this for years now—but I still think it''s pretty. Don''t you? The gist of it is that it''s all shimmery and light, as opposed to the typical heaviness (<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/05/cat-or-smoky/" target="_blank">perfect example here</a>) that we generally associate with smoky eyes.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/armani_shadow.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3930" title="armani_shadow" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/armani_shadow.jpg" alt="armani_shadow" width="325" height="406" /></a>Here''s what I think went down backstage:\n<ol>\n	<li>Dark circles got the boot with a generous application of concealer at the inner corners of the eyes. (<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/02/24/how-to-look-well-rested/" target="_blank">More details here</a>.)</li>\n	<li>They swept a neutral beige all over the lids.</li>\n	<li>On top of that, they layered a grey-brown (funnily enough, <a href="http://www.giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com/_us/_en/makeup/eye/eye-shadow/maestro-eyeshadow.htm" target="_blank">Giorgio Armani makes a FAB one</a>) mostly at the outer corners, but also a teensy bit right under the inner part of the brows.</li>\n	<li><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/cargoeyelighter.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3931" title="cargoeyelighter" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/cargoeyelighter.jpg" alt="cargoeyelighter" width="250" height="250" /></a>Lots and lots of white shadow dusted in the inner corners of the eyes and blended underneath. <a href="http://www.cargocosmetics.com/product_24.html" target="_blank">Cargo makes a great little dual-ended white shadow pencil</a> that you could use here (one side is matte, the other, shimmery).</li>\n	<li>Black liner applied ONLY at the outer edges of the eyes, and applied in the waterline (<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/07/first-look-stella-mccartney-spring-10/" target="_blank">my favourite eyeliner effect</a>.)</li>\n	<li>Mascara and icy pink lip gloss, but ixnay to the lushbay (meaning, NO BLUSH).</li>\n</ol>\nThe effect is sort of ethereal, no? I always, always love when people wear eye makeup like this. It''s a bit of work, yes, but it truly goes anywhere—day or night—without ever looking overdone.', 'First Look: Giorgio Armani Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3858-revision', '', '', '2009-10-19 05:00:17', '2009-10-19 10:00:17', '', 3858, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3858-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18765, 1, '2009-10-16 15:31:45', '2009-10-16 19:31:45', 'To kick off the weekend, here''s a little beauty inspiration: a  70s-era Lauren Hutton. Even though most beauty and fashion folk are all  a-Twitter about <a href="http://www.amctv.com/originals/madmen/" target="_blank">Mad  Men</a> these days, I''m not about to do the Betty Draper thing when I''ve  got to bundle myself up with scarves, sweaters and boots. (Welcome to  Canada, eh? We''ve got a VERY narrow window for fall fashion.) But  Lauren''s sun-kissed natural look (well, maybe not THAT sun-kissed... we  do live in igloos here) works a treat when you have to don your woollens.\n\nOne thing  I''ll suggest you do, if you decide to go with the easy breezy no-makeup  look, is to fill in your brows. (In case you missed it, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/13/first-look-chloe-spring-10/" target="_blank">here are some inspirational shots from Chloé''s spring  show... and my current must-have brow pencil</a>.) And I might just wear  it with a side-braid, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/14/first-look-miu-miu-spring-10/" target="_blank">inspired by Miu Miu</a>.\n\nNow, if I may—could you cast your gaze back up on Lauren''s hair  colour? It''s natural. Do you love it? I do.\n\nAfter years of dyeing, I''m trying to start a movement - the Born  Again (Hair Colour) Virgins Club. After looking at dozens of models''  hair this past month for the various fashion weeks, it really hit home  that <em>next to none of them</em> colour their locks. I don''t know, it  just seems softer and more MODERN to go with your natural shade. (Well,  maybe with a few well-placed tone-on-tone highlights.) And trust me—I''m  saying this as an ex-blonde, ex-redhead and ex-brunette (my hair''s  currently "bronde," that in between brown/blonde shade). I''ve tried  almost all the colours in the rainbow and Mother Nature really knows  best.\n\nWhat do you think about becoming a Born Again Hair Colour  Virgin?', 'Born-again hair colour virgins', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3919-revision', '', '', '2009-10-16 15:31:45', '2009-10-16 19:31:45', '', 3919, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3919-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18766, 1, '2009-10-16 08:40:05', '2009-10-16 12:40:05', 'Ever watched the show <a href="http://lookaliketv.com/home.html" target="_blank">Look-A-Like</a>? It''s good TV—at least for me, a life-long lover of all things makeover-related. Now in its sixth season, the premise of the show is that a team of experts—a hairstylist, makeup artist, stylist and photographer—transform regular civilians into their celebrity doppelgangers. Fun, right?\n\nSince it''s filmed in Toronto, back in August I got to visit the set to see how it all goes down. And on that particular day of filming, the team was working on a Katy Perry transformation. (I''ll share some pics next week.) But really... WOW. Although the entire team was (is!) talented, I''ve gotta say that the one person who made the BIGGEST difference in the "Before" and "After" was the eternally upbeat makeup artist Paul Venoit. Talk about talented! I left that place with a brand new appreciation for the power of makeup.\n\nHappily, Paul was able to share some great tips on how to do classic, retro, pin-up girl makeup. So I''d like to present to you <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca" target="_blank">BeautyEditor.ca</a>''s very first video. How exciting! (But please don''t judge—you''ll notice some dodgy camera work, especially near the end, where I seemingly get VERY distracted by Paul''s bare chest/necklace combo and cut off his head. Oops!) <!--more-->\n<p style="text-align: left;">Here he is:</p>\n<p style="text-align: center;"><object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="480" height="295" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="src" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/YwECaIjMudI&amp;hl=en_US&amp;fs=1&amp;" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="480" height="295" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/YwECaIjMudI&amp;hl=en_US&amp;fs=1&amp;" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>\n\n<p style="text-align: left;">Tune into Look-A-Like on Sundays at 8pm ET/5pm PT on the Star! and Fashion Television channels in Canada, and on Wednesdays at 8pm ET/5pm PT on the TV Guide Network in the U.S.</p>', 'Video: How to do Katy Perry pin-up girl makeup', 'Ever watched the show <a href="http://lookaliketv.com/home.html" target="_blank">Look-A-Like</a>? It''s good TV—at least for me, a life-long lover of all things makeover-related. Now in its sixth season, the premise of the show is that a team of experts—a hairstylist, makeup artist, stylist and photographer—transform regular civilians into their celebrity doppelgangers. Fun, right?\n\nSince it''s filmed in Toronto, back in August I got to visit the set to see how it all goes down. And on that particular day of filming, the team was working on a Katy Perry transformation. (I''ll share some pics next week.) But really... WOW. Although the entire team was (is!) talented, I''ve gotta say that the one person who made the BIGGEST difference in the "Before" and "After" was the eternally upbeat makeup artist Paul Venoit. Talk about talented! I left that place with a brand new appreciation for the power of makeup.\n\nHappily, Paul was able to share some great tips on how to do classic, retro, pin-up girl makeup. So I''d like to present to you <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca" target="_blank">BeautyEditor.ca</a>''s very first video. How exciting! (But please don''t judge—you''ll notice some dodgy camera work, especially near the end, where I seemingly get VERY distracted by Paul''s bare chest/necklace combo and cut off his head. Oops!)', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3896-revision', '', '', '2009-10-16 08:40:05', '2009-10-16 12:40:05', '', 3896, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3896-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18767, 1, '2009-10-15 05:10:13', '2009-10-15 10:10:13', 'I don''t quite know why, but I love this.\n\nI think it has something to do with the coral lips—see? more of the bright lips/bare face I keep ranting on about like a mad woman—and the shockingly white-blonde hair.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/zoya_elodie.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3893" title="zoya_elodie" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/zoya_elodie.jpg" alt="zoya_elodie" width="150" height="150" /></a>I happen to adore coral everything, by the way. I know it''s not particularly in style, but I tend to wear it on my toes all year long, not just in the summertime. (My favourite shade? Embarrassingly, it''s Elodie from <a href="http://zoya.com/" target="_blank">Zoya</a>''s Hills collection. Remember poor Elodie? She was Heidi''s ex-coworker at Bolthouse and had the BEST line to Heidi: "You don''t even know what''s wrong or what''s right anymore... it''s so SAD." YES!)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/cargo_plantlove_evangeline.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3892" title="cargo_plantlove_evangeline" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/cargo_plantlove_evangeline.jpg" alt="cargo_plantlove_evangeline" width="200" height="296" /></a>But we were talking about lips, weren''t we? And I know just the shade of lipstick: it''s by <a href="http://www.cargocosmetics.com/product_44.html" target="_blank">Cargo, and it''s called Evangeline</a> (after Evangeline Lilly, I believe).\n\nAnd you know what? I didn''t even do any research to find that shade for you—I just KNEW. Sadly, that''s one of the side, er, benefits of having worked as a beauty editor. My brain COULD be filled with more important bits of knowledge, like how to split a dinner bill, or the plots in the complete works of Shakespeare or something. But no. I have an encyclopedia-like memory for lipstick. GREAT.\n\n<em>Photo: Style.com</em>', 'First Look: Missoni Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3842-revision', '', '', '2009-10-15 05:10:13', '2009-10-15 10:10:13', '', 3842, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3842-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18768, 1, '2009-10-15 05:00:54', '2009-10-15 09:00:54', 'For those of you who fell in love with <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/" target="_blank">Chanel</a> Black Satin and never looked back, there''s a new collection from the brand—the limited-edition <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/noirs-vid.php" target="_blank">Noirs Obscurs</a>—that should be right up your alley.\n\nBy the way, you MUST visit <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/" target="_blank">Chanel</a>''s site and <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/noirs-vid.php" target="_blank">watch to the short video</a> for this collection. Doesn''t it make you want to dress up and go out DANCING? The track is a good one, too: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7NnR8aAzKg" target="_blank">Needy Girl by Chromeo</a>.\n\n(Oh and for those of you who may wonder why I post a lot about the prestige brands'' collections, it''s because they, like top fashion designers, are usually the first to get on top of a new trend. You don''t have to buy it, but you sure can admire it.)\n\nSo. Based on these visuals, it looks like darker palettes are still <em>de rigeur</em> for fall:\n<p style="text-align: center;"></p>\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_noirsobscurs2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3814" title="chanel_noirsobscurs2" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_noirsobscurs2.jpg" alt="chanel_noirsobscurs2" width="439" height="331" /></a></p>\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_noirsobscurs3.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3815" title="chanel_noirsobscurs3" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_noirsobscurs3.jpg" alt="chanel_noirsobscurs3" width="437" height="329" /></a></p>\nI have to admit, even though my makeup preferences are more in the shimmery beige/soft lavender/navy blue family, I love these images.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_rougeallure_maniac.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3817" title="chanel_rougeallure_maniac" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_rougeallure_maniac.jpg" alt="chanel_rougeallure_maniac" width="100" height="110" /></a>I''m just not sure too many of us could pull off those lips. I tried on the <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-lips-lipstick-rouge-allure-luminous-satin-lip-colour-/product/MALPR35Y" target="_blank">Rouge Allure</a> ($37) in all three shades—Maniac, Hysteria and Obscure—and not only did I look frighteningly Goth, I also could not really detect any measurable difference between the three. So er... maybe skip the lipstick, unless you''re going for the Marilyn Manson look.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_gloss_furious.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3818" title="chanel_gloss_furious" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_gloss_furious.jpg" alt="chanel_gloss_furious" width="100" height="110" /></a>The gloss (<a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-lips-lip-gloss-aqualumiere-gloss-high-shine-sheer-concentrate-/product/MALPR369" target="_blank">Aqualumière in Furious</a>, $31), on the other hand, is quite lovely and sheer. And I can also get behind <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-eyes-eye-liners-le-crayon-yeux-precision-eye-definer-/product/MAEMU010" target="_blank">Le Crayon Yeux</a> (eyeliner—$25) in Demoniac, a soft purple-grey.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_lesfoliesnoires.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3819" title="chanel_lesfoliesnoires" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_lesfoliesnoires-300x289.jpg" alt="chanel_lesfoliesnoires" width="300" height="289" /></a>However, the must-have in this collection (if you''re shopping around for a new palette, that is) is the <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-eyes-eye-shadows-quatuor-boutons-de-chanel-les-folies-noires-/product/MAEMU2BK" target="_blank">Quatuor Boutons de Chanel in Les Folies Noires</a> ($68), which is one of the nicest eyeshadow quads I''ve seen from <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/" target="_blank">Chanel</a> in a while. Totally wearable, it includes black plus three almost-blacks: a burgundy, a green and a dark copper. All are embossed with the double C''s, which is almost a shame, because you know me—I get all collector-like about makeup and this one seems too pretty to mess up by actually using it. Shame!\n\nAt Chanel beauty counters across Canada.', 'Out now: Chanel&#039;s Noirs Obscurs', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3812-revision', '', '', '2009-10-15 05:00:54', '2009-10-15 09:00:54', '', 3812, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3812-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18769, 1, '2009-10-14 05:00:02', '2009-10-14 09:00:02', 'Welcome to the final instalment in my series of makeup how-tos from <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/" target="_blank">The Body Shop</a>''s Chase Aston, which I personally got to witness first hand the other week. (Definitely take a peek at <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/09/how-to-not-be-afraid-of-bright-makeup-part-one/" target="_blank">Part One</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/13/how-to-not-be-afraid-of-bright-makeup-part-two/" target="_blank">Part Two</a>, if you missed them... this is Part Three but not really because unlike the others, it''s not about brights. And I didn''t want to go back and have to change my headlines.)\n\nAnyhoo! Today''s makeup is what you''ll want to wear to all the holiday parties. I''m confident you could do this in 10 minutes, even in the grim lighting of your office bathroom, and STILL look like a million bucks.\n\nThis demo is on a model with possibly the most gorgeous skin I''ve ever been in the same room with. Here''s her before:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look2before.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3787" title="bodyshop_look2before" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look2before.png" alt="bodyshop_look2before" width="450" height="483" /></a>\n\nAnd the after:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look2after.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3788" title="bodyshop_look2after" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look2after.png" alt="bodyshop_look2after" width="450" height="441" /></a>\n\nNow, here''s how you do it. (Note: these colours will work on ANY skin tone.)\n\n<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_blushtrio_warmsunset.gif"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3803" title="bodyshop_blushtrio_warmsunset" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_blushtrio_warmsunset.gif" alt="bodyshop_blushtrio_warmsunset" width="200" height="200" /></a>FACE</strong>: Use a big, fluffy brush to sweep bronzer on the highest points of your face, where the sun would naturally hit. (Try <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/" target="_blank">The Body Shop</a>''s <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/blushtrio02.html" target="_blank">Blush Trio in Warm Sunset</a>, which is what Chase used here.) Then, warm it up with some pinky blush on the cheeks only (<a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/blushtrio01.html" target="_blank">Cool Dusk, the other Blush Trio palette</a>, works nicely).\n\n<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_eyetrio_sundownglow.gif"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3802" title="bodyshop_eyetrio_sundownglow" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_eyetrio_sundownglow.gif" alt="bodyshop_eyetrio_sundownglow" width="200" height="200" /></a>EYES</strong>: Take the golden shade from the <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/eyetrio02.html" target="_blank">Eye Trio palette in Sundown Glow</a>, and apply it all over the eyelid. Then, line the upper lash line with a <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/metalllicdefiner09.html" target="_blank">metallic amber pencil</a>. Now, here''s where it gets crazy, kids! Chase says <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/mascaracobalt.html" target="_blank">blue mascara</a> will make the eyes pop. And I have to say, even as a coloured mascara skeptic, it DID look good (although you won''t be able to tell from this photo).\n\n<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_lipstick_velvetwine.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3808" title="bodyshop_lipstick_velvetwine" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_lipstick_velvetwine.jpg" alt="bodyshop_lipstick_velvetwine" width="60" height="60" /></a>LIPS</strong>: This lovely sheer lipstick looks dark in the tube but gorgeous on the lips—it''s <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/cg62lip.html" target="_blank">Colourglide Lip Color in Velvet Wine</a>.\n\nThat''s it! Now go forth... and catch the eye of Steve from Accounts!', 'How-to: Do 10-minute party makeup', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3789-revision', '', '', '2009-10-14 05:00:02', '2009-10-14 09:00:02', '', 3789, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3789-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18770, 1, '2009-10-14 04:50:39', '2009-10-14 09:50:39', 'I used to work with a fashion editor—let''s just call her L. Hi, L!—whose wardrobe included all the major trends literally YEARS before they happened. Skinny jeans? She was already over them by the time I was in them. Those little jazz shoe things that are only now making their way into the shops? She was wearing them in 2006. L lives in Paris now, but I can only imagine what she''s wearing these days. Clearly, it will be hitting a mall near you circa 2015.\n\nAnyway! I do have a point, and I''m getting to it now. It''s that it must be particularly gratifying when you''ve been on top of a trend well before it happens. Because I''m slightly style-challenged—not terribly, but I''m no trendsetter—my focus is just on beauty, as you know. And thrillingly (well, sort of) I''ve just picked up on a trend that I''ve been doing for AGES: the side-braid! Hurrah!\n\nHere it is (above) at Miu Miu. If you recall, we also saw the side-braid in a messier, somewhat less attractive version, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/15/first-look-crazy-brows-slightly-less-crazy-hair-at-alexander-wang/" target="_blank">at Alexander Wang</a> in New York a few weeks back. This one here is much nicer, don''t you think? Of course, it''s also achieved with loads of fake hair.\n\nBut no need to worry about that—just do this with your REAL hair. Because I prefer air-drying, I usually do this when my hair''s damp, but the problem with that is you get a serious case of flat-head. So—blow-dry first with a bit of volumizer at the roots and sea spray through the rest of the hair, and THEN braid. You''ll have a bit more body and it will look deliberate (not lazy). Control the frizzes with some serum to finish.\n\nNice makeup helps too. How much do you love the faux lashes on the BOTTOM? So pretty. (For the best falsies, check out the <a href="http://www.shuuemura-usa.com/" target="_blank">Shu Uemura</a> lash bar at Holt Renfrew in Toronto and Vancouver.)', 'First Look: Miu Miu Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3839-revision', '', '', '2009-10-14 04:50:39', '2009-10-14 09:50:39', '', 3839, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3839-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18771, 1, '2009-10-13 05:00:49', '2009-10-13 09:00:49', 'Today''s makeup demo, while ostensibly all about brights, does not look bright AT ALL. See, I really meant it when I said this wouldn''t be scary!\n\nIn case you missed <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/09/how-to-not-be-afraid-of-bright-makeup-part-one/" target="_blank">Part One</a> last week, I''m doing a little series here—with photos!—to show you some real-life examples of how to wear bright makeup, courtesy of <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/" target="_blank">The Body Shop</a> makeup artist Chase Aston, who I met with the other week.\n\nBecause really... who ya gonna trust? The (likely alien) catwalk models who are going to look good in ANY lip or eye colour? Or the (only <em>slightly</em> alien-esque) Toronto models who Chase demonstrated on <em>in front of my own eyes</em>? Don''t get me wrong, these girls are gorgeous too, but it would be harder to pull off <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank">this kind of craziness</a> in real life.\n\nSo. That''s settled then. Now I''m going to show you today''s look. The premise with this one is taking the makeup you wore to the office—a basic smokey eye—and then dialing it up for an evening party. (And okay, yes, I realize not all of you work in an office where it''s cool to rock the smokey eye at 9am. Hell, I work in that kind of office too. Here, <em>we don''t even wear makeup</em>. Ha! I work from home, that''s why.)\n\nAnyway, here''s the before, which already looks amazing, no?\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look3before.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3791" title="bodyshop_look3before" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look3before.png" alt="bodyshop_look3before" width="450" height="497" /></a>\n\nAnd now, the after:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look3after.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3792" title="bodyshop_look3after" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look3after.png" alt="bodyshop_look3after" width="450" height="507" /></a>\n\nHmmm... that didn''t show up as well in the photo as it did in real life, dammit! I hope you can detect that something DID INDEED HAPPEN in the eye area. (If not, you''re just going to have to trust me on these instructions.) Here''s what to do:\n\n<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_vibrantemerald.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3794" title="bodyshop_vibrantemerald" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_vibrantemerald.jpg" alt="bodyshop_vibrantemerald" width="50" height="50" /></a><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_liquidliner.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3795" title="bodyshop_liquidliner" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_liquidliner.jpg" alt="bodyshop_liquidliner" width="150" height="150" /></a>EYES</strong>: This is where the main action took place. Sweep the lilac shade from the <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/eyetrio01.html" target="_blank">Eye Trio</a> in Moonlight Lustre across the lid, and then line the eyes (top and bottom) with some black <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/bneweydiscon.html" target="_blank">Liquid Eyeliner</a>. To get the "wow" factor, go over the line with <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/metalllicdefiner09.html" target="_blank">metallic green pencil</a> (the shade is called Vibrant Emerald) and smudge it a bit. (The hard line isn''t really on trend right now.)\n\n<strong>CHEEKS</strong>: Add some colour with the <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/blushtrio01.html" target="_blank">Blush Trio</a> in Cool Dusk. (Chase, I think, even swirled it on here like a bronzer, to warm up the whole face. But PROCEED WITH CAUTION, yo.)\n\n<strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_latteswirl.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3798" title="bodyshop_latteswirl" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_latteswirl.jpg" alt="bodyshop_latteswirl" width="280" height="280" /></a>LIPS</strong>: This gal''s got on a lovely nude lip in <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/cg64lip.html" target="_blank">Latte Swirl</a>.\n\nI''ve got one more set of pics to post, but since they''re more glowy nudes and plummy lips—not brights—I''m not saying they''re part of this series. Just that they''re awesome, and that you should definitely tune back in tomorrow for the lowdown.', 'How-to: Not be afraid of bright makeup (part two)', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3786-revision', '', '', '2009-10-13 05:00:49', '2009-10-13 09:00:49', '', 3786, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3786-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18772, 1, '2009-10-13 04:55:32', '2009-10-13 09:55:32', 'I wasn''t going to post anything about the beauty look at Chloé because I thought, at first glance, there was nothing to talk about. But then I noticed a pattern: all the girls had MAY-JUH BROWS. Oh, and pinky lips. But mostly it was about the brows.\n\nNow, I know what you may be thinking. You might not have come ''round to the full-brows thing yet. It''s okay, I get it. It''s not really all that long ago that I got over a LONG period of over-tweezing, which is a condition quite similar to blonderexia, in which you tell your esthetician: "No! More! I need more! I want [my hair blonder/my brows thinner]!" Etc. It really is a disease, I''m telling you.\n\nBut let me just show you how good full, defined brows can look. I swear they make you look younger (and seriously, it''s not just because these girls are 17 years old).\n\nHere we go. First up, brows with medium brown hair:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chloe_spring2010beauty3.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3851" title="chloe_spring2010beauty3" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chloe_spring2010beauty3.jpg" alt="chloe_spring2010beauty3" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nDark brown hair:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chloe_spring2010beauty4.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3852" title="chloe_spring2010beauty4" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chloe_spring2010beauty4.jpg" alt="chloe_spring2010beauty4" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nMedium blonde hair:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chloe_spring2010beauty.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3853" title="chloe_spring2010beauty" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chloe_spring2010beauty.jpg" alt="chloe_spring2010beauty" width="320" height="480" /></a>And the blondest:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chloe_spring2010beauty2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3854" title="chloe_spring2010beauty2" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chloe_spring2010beauty2.jpg" alt="chloe_spring2010beauty2" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nSee? They look good with any hair colour. And notice how they instantly make your face more polished—even if you aren''t wearing a lot of makeup otherwise? Yes, it''s a good trick.\n\n(The only other beauty tricks I like better are <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/02/24/how-to-look-well-rested/" target="_blank">the instant wake-up-your-face concealer trick</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/07/first-look-stella-mccartney-spring-10/" target="_blank">the secret-eyeliner trick</a>. Go click on those links and check ''em out!)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/dior-jazzclub_browstyler1.png"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3883" title="dior-jazzclub_browstyler" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/dior-jazzclub_browstyler1.png" alt="dior-jazzclub_browstyler" width="60" height="340" /></a>Anyway, back to brows. The product I''m loving best right now for natural-looking brows (did you hear me? I said NATURAL) is <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/08/31/wearing-makeup-like-its-1929-dior-jazzclub-autumn-look/" target="_blank">Dior''s Brow Styler</a>. The reason I like it is because of the oh-so-fine tip, which allows you to create the effect of real hair. Well, almost.\n\nOther good brow bets: anything by <a href="http://www.anastasia.net/" target="_blank">Anastasia Beverly Hills</a> or <a href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com:80/gp/browse.html/ref=sc_bb_c_3_169082011_2/178-5552503-2146413?ie=UTF8&amp;node=1289301011&amp;no=169082011&amp;me=A2CD3UT466CEX4&amp;bcBrand=core&amp;clicked=center-33" target="_blank">Benefit</a> (both available at Sephora).\n\n<em>Photos: Style.com</em>', 'First Look: Chloé Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3850-revision', '', '', '2009-10-13 04:55:32', '2009-10-13 09:55:32', '', 3850, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3850-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0);
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(18773, 1, '2009-10-09 05:00:04', '2009-10-09 09:00:04', '<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.oneof365.com/" target="_blank">One of my favourite commenters</a> (and fellow magazine writer/blogger) <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/06/first-look-versace-spring-10/" target="_blank">made a point the other day</a> that all of this bright makeup we''ve been seeing on various designers'' runways can only be worn by those possessing flawless, dewy, 19-year-old Eastern European model-type skin.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">And yes, I think that''s partially true—I certainly don''t dare bust out a red lip if I have a huge, flaming zit competing for attention on my face. (It''s like the beauty equivalent of not wearing too many accessories, like picking a necklace OR earrings—not both.)</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chaseaston.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3758" title="chaseaston" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chaseaston.jpg" alt="chaseaston" width="200" height="267" /></a>However, I still think there''s a way to incorporate a teensy bit of bright makeup in a non-scary way, EVEN IF your parents didn''t pass along the good skin genes. And the perfect person to show you? Why, <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/" target="_blank">The Body Shop</a>''s resident makeup artist Chase Aston, of course!</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">I always love meeting with Chase because he uses brights like nobody else. You think the colours are completely unwearable when you see them in the packages, but then he works some magic on the models'' faces and they look sheer and pretty and amazing. The other cool thing is that he does most of this using not brushes but his fingers. He makes it all look so EASY.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">Chase was in town the other week and I took some pics of three different looks that I''m going to show you.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">Today''s look is 80s-inspired, and you could take just elements of this (i.e. eyes or lips) OR do the entire face. Here''s the before:</p>\n<p style="text-align: center;"></p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look1before.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3753" title="bodyshop_look1before" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look1before.png" alt="bodyshop_look1before" width="450" height="523" /></a></p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">And the after:</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look1after.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3755" title="bodyshop_look1after" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_look1after.png" alt="bodyshop_look1after" width="450" height="545" /></a></p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">Now, in the words of Chase himself, here''s what to do:</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_eyetrio_moonlightlustre.gif"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3763" title="bodyshop_eyetrio_moonlightlustre" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_eyetrio_moonlightlustre.gif" alt="bodyshop_eyetrio_moonlightlustre" width="200" height="200" /></a>EYES</strong>: Use your fingers to blend lilac and grey shadow from the lash line up to the brow. (Find them both in <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/" target="_blank">The Body Shop</a>''s <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/eyetrio01.html" target="_blank">Eye Trio</a> in Moonlight Lustre.) To intensify the colour under the eyes, dampen an eyeliner brush before applying. Use an eyeliner pencil (like the <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/metalllicdefiner09.html" target="_blank">Metallic Eye Definer</a> in Brilliant Blue) to line under the lower lashes. Soften the line—for a more modern effect—by smudging some green shadow over top. <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/mascaracobalt.html" target="_blank">Cobalt mascara</a> will make eyes pop.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_blushtrio.gif"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3762" title="bodyshop_blushtrio" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/bodyshop_blushtrio.gif" alt="bodyshop_blushtrio" width="200" height="200" /></a>CHEEKS</strong>: Using a big, fluffy brush, apply your blush in a "double-C" pattern on each side of your face. Start from your hairline, move out to your temples, back in over the cheeks, and then out again, blending around the jawline. The product used here was the <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/blushtrio01.html" target="_blank">Blush Trio</a> in Cool Dusk (you can also use it on your eyes as shadow).</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>BROWS</strong>: Use a slanted brush to apply brow powder. (This will help the overall effect look more polished.) <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/" target="_blank">The Body Shop</a> makes a neat <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/bnewkitdisco.html" target="_blank">Eyebrow Kit</a>.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>LIPS</strong>: Prep them first with a lip balm, and then apply your lip colour with an eyeshadow brush (it produces a softer effect than a lip brush). Keep layering until you get the colour you want. Here, Chase used <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/cg59lip.html" target="_blank">ColourGlide Lip Color in Neon Pink</a>.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">See? Pretty, not scary. And I think almost all of us could get away with elements of this look. Stay tuned for Part Two next week!</p>\n<p style="text-align: center;"></p>', 'How-to: Not be afraid of bright makeup (part one)', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3740-revision', '', '', '2009-10-09 05:00:04', '2009-10-09 09:00:04', '', 3740, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3740-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18774, 1, '2009-10-08 05:15:52', '2009-10-08 10:15:52', 'Another day, another bold lip—this time at Prada. What do you think of this one, which is glossy and red—as opposed to <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/17/first-look-matte-lips-matte-skin-and-a-great-big-bow-at-marc-by-marc-jacobs/" target="_blank">matte and fuchsia</a>? Would you wear it? Are you bored yet? Were you reading this blog a minute ago but not anymore?\n\nYou know I love the whole contrast aspect of the way designers are playing this lip thing (i.e. with the otherwise bare face). It''s like the beauty equivalent of the fashion hi-low: the Chanel with the H&amp;M, the Miu Miu with the Zara... except in beauty, NOBODY CAN TELL which brand you''re wearing. (Unless, of course, you pull your lip gloss out of your handbag for a touch-up.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/revolutionorganics_freedomgloss.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3716" title="revolutionorganics_freedomgloss" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/revolutionorganics_freedomgloss.jpg" alt="revolutionorganics_freedomgloss" width="162" height="162" /></a>So in the spirit of the hi-low, here are two options for getting these lips. (Unfortunately, I can''t help you on the pigtails or—ugh—yet another example of bleached-out brows. I can, however, offer up a good deep conditioning masque, which this gal looks like she needs: <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P93511" target="_blank">Ojon''s Restorative Hair Treatment</a> would work wonders on this mop top.) <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/lorealparis_infalliblelipgloss.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3719" title="lorealparis_infalliblelipgloss" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/lorealparis_infalliblelipgloss.jpg" alt="lorealparis_infalliblelipgloss" width="243" height="400" /></a>Back to the lips: <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/06/29/editors-pick-revolution-organics/" target="_blank">Revolution Organics</a> makes a beauty of a gloss called Freedom Gloss, and my favourite shade, Freedom, would give you a toned-down version of this look. For the more budget-minded, there''s <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/11/for-days-when-you-want-to-channel-heather-graham/" target="_blank">L''Oréal Paris Infallible Never Fail Plumping Lip Gloss</a>, which is actually even more pigmented—quite a feat at the $13.95 price point.\n\n<em>Photo: Style.com</em>', 'First Look: Prada Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3714-revision', '', '', '2009-10-08 05:15:52', '2009-10-08 10:15:52', '', 3714, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3714-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18775, 1, '2009-10-08 05:00:23', '2009-10-08 09:00:23', 'Everyone has been a bit breathless this week singing the praises of Chanel''s spring 2010 show, which took place in a giant replica of a barn. A <em>haute</em> hoedown, if you will. Yes, Karl''s still got it!\n\nAs a lover of rosy, flushed cheeks, I''m pretty darn happy with the makeup too. Doesn''t Dree Hemingway—Ernest was her great-grandpa, <em>but of course</em>—look gorgeously healthy here, like she just got back from apple-picking or horse-riding or some other fall-ish outdoor activity?\n\nOf course, I know this makeup is for spring, not fall. It''s just that the brown palette is usually reserved for the cooler months. But <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/07/first-look-emilio-pucci-spring-10/" target="_blank">as I noticed at the Pucci show</a>, we''re witnessing a trend, folks: brown—all ''90s-style—is BACK.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/guerlain_terracottafardindieneyeshadow.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3768" title="guerlain_terracottafardindieneyeshadow" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/guerlain_terracottafardindieneyeshadow.jpg" alt="guerlain_terracottafardindieneyeshadow" width="250" height="250" /></a>A few suggestions: <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P234631&amp;categoryId=S10503&amp;shouldPaginate=true" target="_blank">Guerlain''s Terracotta Fard Indien Mineral Eyeshadow</a>, a product which I *thought* was limited-edition, but looks to be still available at Sephora. This is, in a word, AMAZING. Eyeshadow on a stick! What could be better? If you can''t find it, keep an eye out for the collection next March; hopefully it''ll include this again.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/mac_twiglipstick1.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-3775 alignleft" title="mac_twiglipstick" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/mac_twiglipstick1-300x300.jpg" alt="mac_twiglipstick" width="210" height="210" /></a>For the blush, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/21/first-look-milkmaid-chic-at-ralph-lauren/" target="_blank">the Dr. Hauschka product I mentioned here</a> would work well. And for the lips, well what better product than the quintessential ''90s lip: <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.ca/templates/products/sp.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY15113&amp;PRODUCT_ID=PROD1439" target="_blank">M.A.C Lipstick in Twig</a>?\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/forever21_ostrichclip.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-3772 alignright" title="forever21_ostrichclip" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/forever21_ostrichclip-246x300.jpg" alt="forever21_ostrichclip" width="246" height="300" /></a>As for the hair—the models wore messy updos with various ornaments, even shafts of wheat—I think it''d be simply gorgeous for holiday parties. (Well, maybe not the wheat part...) The best sources I''ve found for inexpensive, sorta 1920s hairbands and clips are <a href="http://www.claires.com/" target="_blank">Claire''s</a> and <a href="http://www.forever21.com/Default.asp?cookie%5Ftest=1" target="_blank">Forever21</a>, which is where I found the ostrich number at right.\n\n<em>Photo: Style.com</em>\n\n<strong>UPDATE</strong>: <a href="http://iheartbeauty-katherine.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">I Heart Beauty</a> alerted me to the gorgeous lilac/grey nails. I wouldn''t be surprised if this shade is already wait-listed:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel-nail-polish-spring-2010.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3782" title="chanel-nail-polish-spring-2010" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel-nail-polish-spring-2010-259x300.jpg" alt="chanel-nail-polish-spring-2010" width="259" height="300" /></a>', 'First Look: Chanel Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3766-revision', '', '', '2009-10-08 05:00:23', '2009-10-08 09:00:23', '', 3766, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3766-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18776, 1, '2009-10-07 06:00:34', '2009-10-07 10:00:34', 'We''re barely three official weeks into fall, and I''m already dreaming of the tropics.\n\nSunny skies, white sand, a turquoise blue ocean and most importantly, the scent of coconut in the air. You know that fragrances are connected to our emotions, right? Well, for me, nothing transports me to my Happy Place—and wards off the cold-weather blues—quite like coconut-scented body wash, body lotion, shampoo, eau de toilette... heck, even Bounty bars, okay?\n\nHappily, I''ve just discovered two new essentials that I expect will get me through the winter. Both are available in Canada from <a href="http://www.beautymark.ca/" target="_blank">BeautyMark</a>, which if you haven''t discovered yet, you should—it''s THE emporium for cutting-edge, cult-favourite beauty products. (Plus! They offer free shipping on orders over $99!)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/malieorganics_coconutbodywash.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3728" title="malieorganics_coconutbodywash" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/malieorganics_coconutbodywash.jpg" alt="malieorganics_coconutbodywash" width="300" height="506" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://www.malie.com/" target="_blank">Malie Organics</a> is a Hawaii-based line of all-natural luxury spa products, and I''m currently in love with their <a href="http://www.beautymark.ca/brands.php?brand=282" target="_blank">Coconut Vanilla Organic Body Wash ($26 from BeautyMark</a>). And it''s no wonder: one of their secrets is a unique distilling process that takes native Hawaiian flowers and transforms them into potent hydrosols (floral waters), which are highly therapeutic and fragrant. (They''re also a gentler alternative to essential oils because they can be applied direct to the skin.) The body wash contains 70 percent organic ingredients and is free of petroleum, sulfates and parabens. I know $28 is pricey for a body wash, but this turns my daily shower into a decadent aromatherapy experience.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/adara_coconutlavenderoil.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3729" title="adara_coconutlavenderoil" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/adara_coconutlavenderoil.jpg" alt="adara_coconutlavenderoil" width="173" height="194" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://www.beautymark.ca/products.php?product=3842" target="_blank">Adara</a> is a line of high-quality coconut oils from Singapore—all organic, fair trade and preservative- and paraben-free. The one I''m using is the <a href="http://www.beautymark.ca/products.php?product=3842" target="_blank">Organic Coconut Virgin Oil in Soothing Lavender ($39.50 from BeautyMark</a>), and let me tell you why it deserves that $39.50 price tag. (I think I love this, if it''s possible, even more than the <a href="http://www.malie.com/" target="_blank">Malie</a> body wash.) Quite simply, this is the most multi-purpose product I think I''ve ever come across. First of all, coconut oil locks in moisture like nothing else, whether on your body as a lotion, or (in small amounts) as a leave-in conditioner in your hair. (OR, massage it in and cover with a shower cap 30 minutes before your shower for an all-natural deep conditioning treatment.) You can also use it as a spot treatment on pimples—coconut oil contains antibacterial lauric acid, which helps lessen inflammation and redness.\n\nMore uses: as a massage oil, split end treatment, pre-swimming hair protection, hand and foot lotion, or—the coolest surprise for me—as a scent in an aromatherapy burner.\n\nAvailable at <a href="http://www.beautymark.ca/index.php" target="_blank">beautymark.ca</a>.', 'Editor’s picks: Malie Organics and Adara', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3726-revision', '', '', '2009-10-07 06:00:34', '2009-10-07 10:00:34', '', 3726, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3726-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18777, 1, '2009-10-07 05:10:21', '2009-10-07 10:10:21', 'One thing which I will never, ever, understand, is how some women will don clothes that are short, tight, revealing and usually made of leather, along with stilettos, for DAYTIME on the WEEKEND. Maybe if this was happening in New York City or Paris, I''d buy it. But usually I spot these ladies on a Sunday morning in a suburban Toronto mall, and I''m just baffled. <em>Really? You''re wearing THAT to pick up the six-pack of cotton undies at The Bay???</em>\n\nEqually distressing to me is when people overdo it on weekend daytime makeup. Of course, I love checking out the latest looks from the runways—as I hope do you—but that doesn''t mean I (we) want to see heavy foundation, glitter and a smoky eye on a Sunday morning. There is just NO NEED. <em>AMIRITE?</em>\n\nInstead, let''s encourage these ladies to adopt the Pretty Weekend Face, epitomized best by Karlie Kloss here at Stella McCartney. I could stare at this picture all day.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/covergirl_outlastlipstain.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-3696 alignright" title="covergirl_outlastlipstain" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/covergirl_outlastlipstain.jpg" alt="covergirl_outlastlipstain" width="218" height="500" /></a>What you''re gonna need is blush—<a href="http://www.teye.ca/minerals/cheeks/mineral_blush/" target="_blank">TEYE Minerals makes a good cool-toned one</a>—and most importantly, a lip stain. <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/21/first-look-milkmaid-chic-at-ralph-lauren/" target="_blank">I''ve mentioned before</a> how great <a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/covergirl-outlast-lip-stain_9228.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">CoverGirl''s Outlast Lipstains</a> are, and you really can''t beat them for the price (just $8.69 at <a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/covergirl-outlast-lip-stain_9228.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a>). Go for a darker shade like Berry Smooch, and then slick on a clear gloss over top.\n\nIt''s hard to tell from this photo whether Ms. Kloss also has eyeliner on, but let''s pretend she does. (I *think* I detect a bit of black, verrrrry slightly winged-out liner on the upper lash line.) My favourite bargain liquid liner is <a href="http://www.revlon.com/ProductCatalog/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=48" target="_blank">Revlon''s Colorstay</a> version (it has a good brush); you could also try <a href="http://www.esteelauder.com/product/spp.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT635&amp;PRODUCT_ID=3300" target="_blank">Estée Lauder''s Zero-Smudge Liquid Eyeliner</a>. OR, for an even more subtle effect, just take a black or brown waterproof pencil and gently lift up your lashes to colour the inner rim of your upper lash line. It''ll make your lashes look instantly thicker and your eyes more awake... but NOBODY WILL KNOW you''ve got eye makeup on. Genius, no?\n\n<em>Photo: Style.com</em>', 'First Look: Stella McCartney Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3695-revision', '', '', '2009-10-07 05:10:21', '2009-10-07 10:10:21', '', 3695, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3695-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18778, 1, '2009-10-07 05:05:53', '2009-10-07 10:05:53', 'As you know, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/10/06/first-look-bottega-veneta-spring-10/" target="_blank">I''ve been harping on all month long</a> about the beauty of a bold lip with an otherwise bare face. (Well, not <em>bare</em> bare—with my splotchy skin, that would be frightening—but as bare as you could reasonably leave the house with.) Here''s another example of it at Giambattista Valli.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/crest_whitestrips_advancedseal1.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3686" title="crest_whitestrips_advancedseal" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/crest_whitestrips_advancedseal1.jpg" alt="crest_whitestrips_advancedseal" width="200" height="200" /></a>While pinks seem to be the more popular choice for a bold lip next spring, that''s not to say you couldn''t do it in a saturated orangey-red like this. The problem, however (as I mentioned <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/fashion-week-donts-the-new-york-edition/" target="_blank">here</a>), is that orange-toned lipstick can make teeth look yellow. So before you do this, step it up with the teeth-whitening. Crest, by the way, happens to make an excellent product called <a href="http://www.whitestrips.com/en_CA/advanced-seal/index.jsp" target="_blank">Whitestrips Advanced Seal</a>, which you wear once a day for 30 minutes and grips to your teeth so well that you can even drink water at the same time. God, I just love technology.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/nars_velvetmattepencil_redsquare.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3687" title="nars_velvetmattepencil_redsquare" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/nars_velvetmattepencil_redsquare.jpg" alt="nars_velvetmattepencil_redsquare" width="250" height="250" /></a>Of course, my job here wouldn''t be complete without suggesting a product that''ll get you this look. And that, dear readers, is from NARS: the <a href="http://www.narscosmetics.com/Velvet-Matte-Lip-Pencil-C26_makeup_7.aspx" target="_blank">Velvet Matte Lip Pencil</a> in Red Square.\n\n<em>Photo: Style.com</em>', 'First Look: Giambattista Valli Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3683-revision', '', '', '2009-10-07 05:05:53', '2009-10-07 10:05:53', '', 3683, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3683-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18779, 1, '2009-10-07 05:00:14', '2009-10-07 10:00:14', 'Is Lily Donaldson dreamy or what? Shown here at Pucci, she''s sporting the best example of gold eyeshadow I think I''ve ever seen. AND the best hair.\n\n(Not surprisingly, Lily was always a favourite whenever I''d have to compile the biannual fashion week beauty reports for <em>ELLE Canada</em>. The girl does not take a bad picture. Would''ve used her for every spread if I could.)\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/macpigment_gold.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3677" title="macpigment_gold" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/macpigment_gold.jpg" alt="macpigment_gold" width="150" height="230" /></a>Here, it looks like the makeup artist applied a warm, medium-brown shadow in the crease and under the lower lashes—speaking of which, have you noticed just how much brown shadow is happening next spring? I sense a trend, kids!—and then took a quite sparkly bright gold and swept it from lid to crease. You''d need to use something like <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/spp.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT154&amp;PRODUCT_ID=372" target="_blank">M.A.C Pigment</a> to get this effect as most golds that you find in palettes won''t have enough pigment. Of course, black liner and mascara is essential to "ground" it all.\n\nThe big surprise is the pink lip—a nice contrast, don''t you think? (Most people would do a lip in the same colour family, but a cool pink is more modern.)\n\nAnd OH GOD the hair. It''s centre-parted with the kind of loose waves you get when you leave your damp hair in braids. (Well, maybe with a teensy bit more body<em>—</em>I''d try a volumizing spray at the roots and blast it with a hairdryer for a few minutes to get some lift.)', 'First Look: Emilio Pucci Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3675-revision', '', '', '2009-10-07 05:00:14', '2009-10-07 10:00:14', '', 3675, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3675-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18780, 1, '2009-10-06 16:45:12', '2009-10-06 20:45:12', 'By now you may have heard about the <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/06/business/media/06adco.html?emc=eta1" target="_blank">U.S. Federal Trade Commission seeking to restrict gift-giving to bloggers</a>—or at least require full disclosure about what they''ve received. Although this doesn''t (I don''t think!) apply to Canada, I just had to comment.\n\nFirst, don''t get me wrong—I have no problem telling anyone who reads this blog that my credit cards haven''t gotten any action in the beauty boutiques of Shoppers Drug Mart or Holt Renfrew in YEARS. Since I''ve worked as a magazine beauty writer and editor for the past five years, beauty publicists send me news (and free samples) whenever they launch new products. Sometimes I write magazine articles about them; sometimes I blog; sometimes both. I hope it''s clear that I don''t blog FOR the free products, since most of the the time, I''m receiving them anyway because of my day job.\n\nWhich is why I think it''s a bit rich asking bloggers to fess up about their freebies when magazine editors do no such thing. In my time at <em>ELLE Canada</em>, I was on the receiving end of some pretty AMAZING freebies, but in New York, it''s a whole other stratosphere. I just came across this post from <a href="http://caseyculture.tumblr.com/post/205894028/u-s-seeks-to-restrict-gift-giving-to-bloggers" target="_blank">Casey Culture</a>, a blog I sometimes follow that''s written by an ex-beauty publicist in NYC, and thought I''d share her unique insight:\n\n<a href="http://caseyculture.tumblr.com/post/205894028/u-s-seeks-to-restrict-gift-giving-to-bloggers" target="_blank">Casey writes</a>:\n<p style="padding-left: 30px;">"As someone whose current job is to work with social media and whose job for the past two years has been to work with traditional press, I think <a style="color: #eca5d0;" href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125475547130664753.html#mod=todays_us_page_one" target="_blank">this</a> is pretty ridiculous.  I understand the desire for full disclosure, but why should a blogger <em>have</em> to write that a company sent them a product for review when magazine editors receive insane amounts of free products and never include a mention in their publications?</p>\n<p style="padding-left: 30px;">The Federal Trade Commission says that this move is “an effort to apply the same rules that already cover broadcast stations, newspapers and magazines to the Wild West marketplace of the World Wide Web.”  But that’s just not the case.</p>\n<p style="padding-left: 30px;">On top of receiving a never ending supply of free products ranging from $5-$1,000 and then claiming “oops, I can’t seem to find the $300 eye cream you just sent over - can you send another” [Ed: I''ve actually done this—and not on purpose. Sorry, beauty publicists!], they are also gifted luxurious extravagances that you and I can only dream of.  This used to be my job….to come up with gift ideas for editors to <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">bribe them</span> ensure they featured my clients in their glossy pages.</p>\n<p style="padding-left: 30px;">Heaven forbid you send an editor just a product sample and press release.  No, no.  Then it wouldn’t “stand out”.  [Ed: Oh dear, I''m guilty of this too...] During my time as a traditional beauty PR publicist/professional briber/sucker-upper, I gifted the following products to editors:</p>\n\n<ul style="padding-left: 30px;">\n	<li>Their choice of Jimmy Choo shoes</li>\n	<li>Cartier Love bracelet</li>\n	<li>Balenciaga wallet (<a style="color: #eca5d0;" href="http://caseyculture.tumblr.com/post/50884396/im-in-search-for-two-more-of-these-balenciaga" target="_blank">remember</a>?)</li>\n	<li>Wii and Wii Fit (<a style="color: #eca5d0;" href="http://caseyculture.tumblr.com/post/46849735/yes-there-are-aspects-of-the-beauty-publicists" target="_blank">remember how I had to stand in line at the crack of dawn</a>?)</li>\n	<li>Hanky Pankies up the wazoo</li>\n	<li>Global trips</li>\n	<li>Apple iPhone</li>\n	<li>Designer jeans</li>\n	<li>The list goes on…</li>\n</ul>\n<p style="padding-left: 30px;">Sadly, most of my clients didn’t even have big budgets.  Just imagine what the bigger brands give as gifts….er, don’t.  It will get you angry.</p>\n<p style="padding-left: 30px;">So do I think bloggers, who sometimes receive product in order to write an honest, real person review, should <em>have</em> to disclose where the product came from?  Only if editors have to start disclosing all the gifts they receive that sway what ends up in the magazine, along with a * next to each “best of the best” product pick that’s really just an advertiser."</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">And that, my friends, is why the blog medium is best for completely honest product reviews. Sure, magazines do a great job of communicating the trends and delivering advice from the top experts... but you better believe there''s a conscious effort to make sure advertisers'' products are included each month—regardless of how good they are. It''s just something to be aware of.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">Anyway, I hope that explains my position on gifting—and that you''ll keep reading, freebies or not.</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>UPDATE</strong>: <a href="http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/10/whats_wrong_with_the_ftcs_new.html" target="_blank">The Cut agrees</a>: "People deserve to know when anyone is endorsing something simply because it''s free. But what about print publications? They may borrow clothes and send them back (though not even every article of clothing is returned), but that''s not the case for beauty products, which companies send to bloggers with no expectation that they''ll come back. (What would they do? Send them out again? "Dear <em>Marie Claire</em>, Enclosed is a jar of our BRAND NEW MOISTURIZER containing REAL PEARL SHAVINGS and THE BLOOD OF SEAHORSES that <em>Vogue</em> and <em>Elle</em> editors have already sampled. Thought you might enjoy a third go at it! Cheers, YOUTHFUL LOTIONS OF THE SEA.")"</p>\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>UPDATE</strong>: <a href="http://libertylondongirl.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">LibertyLondonGirl</a> has posted a good summary of the issue <a href="http://heartifb.com/2009/10/06/ftc-final-guides/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>', 'Should beauty bloggers have to disclose their freebies?', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3700-revision', '', '', '2009-10-06 16:45:12', '2009-10-06 20:45:12', '', 3700, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3700-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18781, 1, '2009-10-06 05:05:51', '2009-10-06 10:05:51', 'Ever had a conversation with yourself that sounded kinda like this:\n\n"Self, that lavender shade in my eyeshadow palette sure looks pretty! But no—I can''t wear that, are you crazy? I''d look ridiculous. Like a clown! No, that''s why I always stick to [sigh] beige."\n\nNo? Okay, maybe that was just me in my pre-beauty editor days. Not that I wear much colour now. In fact, yesterday I had a deskside and got asked—AGAIN—why beauty editors never wear makeup. And it''s true: they (we) don''t. The reason, I think, has more to do with sheer laziness than anything else. (Remember, magazines are staffed almost entirely with females and gay men, so there''s not a great deal of incentive to get dolled up everyday.)\n\nBUT! If we DID want to execute coloured eyeshadow, you can bet your B-cups we''d know how to do it! (See, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/01/just-in-case-this-blog-has-you-thinking-about-a-career-in-magazines/" target="_blank">employers might not value editing and writing skills much anymore</a>—as evidenced by the magazines folding left, right and centre these days—but at least I can say I learned SOMETHING from hanging around enough photo shoots and makeup artists.)\n\nSo. These purple eyes at Versace are a just-about-perfect version of coloured shadow. Forget the sheer application and just sweeping it on the top lid only—that look, to me, is a little too play-it-safe and out of date. No, you want to use it almost like a liner, rimming both the upper AND lower lash lines. Finish with lots and lots of mascara, blush and a pretty clear gloss.\n\n<em>Photo: Style.com</em>', 'First Look: Versace Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3669-revision', '', '', '2009-10-06 05:05:51', '2009-10-06 10:05:51', '', 3669, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3669-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18782, 1, '2009-10-06 05:00:03', '2009-10-06 10:00:03', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/17/first-look-matte-lips-matte-skin-and-a-great-big-bow-at-marc-by-marc-jacobs/" target="_blank">I''ve said it before</a>, and I''ll say it again: what the red lip is to fall/winter, the fuchsia lip is to spring. And here it is at Bottega Veneta in Milan—although a slightly different take to <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/17/first-look-matte-lips-matte-skin-and-a-great-big-bow-at-marc-by-marc-jacobs/" target="_blank">the interpretation at Marc by Marc Jacobs</a>. Here, it''s worn with dewy-fresh skin. Don''t you just love the contrast between the perfectly-applied lip and the bare, <em>au naturel </em>face? SO fresh. (Because matte, truth be told, can take you into old-lady territory... I don''t care how "in" it is.)\n\nOne lippie that I think will work for this look is <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/06/08/summer-lips-estee-lauder-pure-color-gloss-sticks/" target="_blank">Estée Lauder''s Pure Color Gloss Stick in Pop Pink</a> (I *think* it''s the third one in from the left in the pic below). It''s sort of a hybrid gloss-cum-lipstick and VERY highly pigmented.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/esteelauder_purecolorglossstick.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3662" title="esteelauder_purecolorglossstick" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/esteelauder_purecolorglossstick.jpg" alt="esteelauder_purecolorglossstick" width="480" height="283" /></a>\n\nOne more thing about this look that I want to point out. Notice how she''s not wearing mascara (gasp!) and her eyelashes are NOT EVEN CURLED. But you know what? It looks good, doesn''t it? Let me let you in on a little beauty editor secret: NOT putting anything on your lashes can actually make you look younger. I know, it sounds like crazy talk in this mascara-obsessed world (okay, that''s MY world). But try it! You''ll see.\n\nOh and the bleached-out brows? Let''s not even go there. I''m just going to pretend they didn''t happen, because otherwise this makeup is just about perfect.\n\n<em>Photo: Style.com</em>', 'First Look: Bottega Veneta Spring &#039;10', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3660-revision', '', '', '2009-10-06 05:00:03', '2009-10-06 10:00:03', '', 3660, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3660-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18783, 1, '2009-10-05 11:45:02', '2009-10-05 15:45:02', 'When it comes to evening eye makeup, it''s usually a toss-up for me between cat, above, and smoky:\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/smokyeye.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3651" title="smokyeye" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/smokyeye.jpg" alt="smokyeye" width="320" height="480" /></a>\n\nTruth be told, I usually prefer the cat eye, but it''s a look I can only pull off when I''m feeling particularly steady-handed (read: zero alcohol consumption before applying makeup). Of course, it''s reassuring that I can always do smoky if I mess things up—I just correct everything with lots of smudging, <em>et voilà</em>! Smoky eyes.\n\nAt least I think so. It often occurs to me that I could probably improve my technique, which is why I''m excited about two new kits that have just hit stores:\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/lisewatier_cateyekit.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3653" title="lisewatier_cateyekit" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/lisewatier_cateyekit.jpg" alt="lisewatier_cateyekit" width="423" height="234" /></a></p>\n<a href="http://lisewatier.com/#/?page=mineral-brush" target="_blank">Lise Watier''s Limited Edition Cat Eye Kit</a> ($39) contains:\n<ul>\n	<li>a slightly frosted beige eyeshadow for sweeping over the entire lid</li>\n	<li>a black kohl pencil for lining your upper lash line</li>\n	<li>a deep black eyeshadow to set the liner</li>\n	<li>Mini Métamorfix, a liquid that transforms any powder eyeshadow into long-wearing eyeliner</li>\n	<li>an eyeshadow brush and the must-have angled eyeliner brush</li>\n</ul>\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/pupa_smokyeyeskit.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3654" title="pupa_smokyeyeskit" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/pupa_smokyeyeskit.jpg" alt="pupa_smokyeyeskit" width="480" height="337" /></a></p>\n<a href="http://www.pupa.it/ENG/Catalogue/SchedaProdotto.aspx?IDProdotto=973&amp;IDTipologia=819&amp;IDLinea=75" target="_blank">Pupa''s Smoky Eyes Kit</a> ($29) contains:\n<ul>\n	<li>a four-shade eyeshadow palette with brush</li>\n	<li>smudge-proof eyeliner</li>\n	<li>available in two shades: brown (for a softer look) or black (for a dramatic effect)</li>\n</ul>\nBoth kits include step-by-step instructions. How clever is that?', 'Cat or smoky? Two new eye makeup kits', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3649-revision', '', '', '2009-10-05 11:45:02', '2009-10-05 15:45:02', '', 3649, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3649-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18784, 1, '2009-10-02 05:00:06', '2009-10-02 09:00:06', 'Do you wear mineral makeup? It''s been a huge craze in the beauty world over the past few years, but truth be told, what''s out there can be a bit of a minefield. The whole premise behind mineral makeup is that it''s better for your skin: free of drying and/or pore-clogging preservatives, alcohol, talc, dyes, emulsifiers, perfume and mineral oil. Sadly, as it became popular, a whole whack of mainstream brands jumped on the bandwagon—and in my opinion, their versions aren''t of the same quality.\n\n<img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3627" title="BareMinerals" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/BareMinerals-300x292.jpg" alt="BareMinerals" width="180" height="175" />\n\nOf course, you might not notice this if you don''t have sensitive or problem skin, or don''t require high-coverage formulas. But since my skin is as sensitive as it gets, AND I''m an admitted natural products fiend, I''ve been on the hunt for while now for a mineral makeup brand to call my own. (And yes, I''ve tried the ever-popular <a href="http://www.bareminerals.com/" target="_blank">bareMinerals</a>, but I''m a bit on the fence about it, despite how much <a href="http://jolienadine.com/blog/2009/07/29/tricks-for-flawless-bareminerals-application/" target="_blank">Jolie Nadine raves about the line</a>. As <a href="http://imabeautygeek.com/" target="_blank">Beautygeeks</a>'' Janine points out, it tends to make pores look larger and can leave a weird sheen on the skin. I also feel like I''m wearing a TON of makeup by the time I finish with all that buffing action.)\n\nHappily, Toronto-based makeup artist Charlotte Johnstone introduced me to mineral makeup line <a href="http://www.colorescience.com/1280x1024/flash/index.html" target="_blank">Colorescience</a> about a month or so ago—and I''ve been using it ever since!\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/colorescience_foundation_brush.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3631" title="colorescience_foundation_brush" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/colorescience_foundation_brush.jpg" alt="colorescience_foundation_brush" width="325" height="325" /></a>\n\nI want to call this a best-kept secret, because I''d never heard of the line before, but it''s actually been featured in <em>Glamour, InStyle, Allure</em> and many other mags. And trust me: for a tiny, independently-owned company, that''s a GREAT sign that the products are awesome. (As a beauty editor, there''s a lot of pressure to feature mostly advertisers'' products—so wherever I could, I''d try to sneak in my favourite indie brands. So that''s a tip for next time you''re browsing a magazine!)\n\nAnyway, there are several reasons I think <a href="http://www.colorescience.com/1280x1024/flash/index.html" target="_blank">Colorescience</a> is great:\n<ul>\n	<li>It''s made up of the highest-quality minerals, along with high-tech, good-for-your-skin ingredients like peptides, salicylic acid and hyaluronic acid.</li>\n	<li>It''s free of all the aforementioned "baddies": talc, mineral oil, dyes, emulsifiers, alcohol, preservatives and perfume.</li>\n	<li>It''s naturally UVA- and UVB-resistant. So there''s no need for the extra step of sunscreen.</li>\n</ul>\nHere, a few of the items currently on heavy rotation in my makeup routine:\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Colorescience_Corrector-Kit.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3633" title="Colorescience_Corrector Kit" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Colorescience_Corrector-Kit.jpg" alt="Colorescience_Corrector Kit" width="427" height="237" /></a></p>\n<a href="http://www.colorescience.com/1280x1024/flash/index.html" target="_blank">Colorescience Corrector Kit</a>: I never thought I could use a mineral-based concealer until I tried this handy kit. I''m in love! The coverage is amazing—it works on dark circles and even blemishes—and the five shades enable you to custom-blend for the perfect hue. The darker ones can also double as bronzer or eyeshadow, and you can use the lightest shade as a highlighter! It even works as an all-over foundation.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/colorescience-suncanny.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3634" title="colorescience-suncanny" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/colorescience-suncanny.jpg" alt="colorescience-suncanny" width="250" height="279" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://www.colorescience.com/1280x1024/flash/index.html" target="_blank">Colorescience Suncanny Foundation Brush - SPF 20</a>: I always thought it was unrealistic for derms to scream about applying sunscreen on our faces not just in the mornings but also before our lunch hours and going home at night. That just ruins your makeup! So this product is so, so clever. It''s a powder foundation that also doubles as a sunscreen, AND it''s in a handy, go-anywhere brush. So now there''s no excuse not to be sun-protected.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/colorescience-be-still-hydrating-mist.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3635" title="colorescience-be-still-hydrating-mist" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/colorescience-be-still-hydrating-mist.jpg" alt="colorescience-be-still-hydrating-mist" width="178" height="500" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://www.colorescience.com/1280x1024/flash/index.html" target="_blank">Colorescience Aromatherapy Gem Spritzers</a>: Mineral makeup looks best when, after applying it, you lightly spritz your face with an atomiser to set the powder. These ones are infused with pharmaceutical-grade aromatherapy oils for extra skin-soothing benefits.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/colorescience_lip-polish.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3636" title="colorescience_lip polish" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/colorescience_lip-polish.jpg" alt="colorescience_lip polish" width="300" height="300" /></a>\n\n<a href="http://www.colorescience.com/1280x1024/flash/index.html" target="_blank">Colorescience Lip Polish</a>: Who knew lip products came in mineral versions too? This little wand has a fresh peppermint scent and gives long-lasting colour while it hydrates your lips. And while it''s not labelled as an SPF product, it also contains the natural sunscreens zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, making it a great choice for summer.\n\nAvailable at<span style="line-height: 18px;"> worldSALON, 132 Adelaide St. E., Toronto, (416) 594-1402 and select medical spas and salons across Canada. For more locations visit <a href="http://www.colorescience.com/1280x1024/flash/index.html" target="_blank">colorescience.com</a>.</span>', 'Review: Colorescience Mineral Makeup', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3230-revision', '', '', '2009-10-02 05:00:06', '2009-10-02 09:00:06', '', 3230, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3230-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0);
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(18785, 1, '2009-10-01 21:00:58', '2009-10-02 01:00:58', 'I know we''ve been hearing about the "Return of the 1980s" for a few seasons now, but it''s only within the past couple of weeks that I''ve actually felt like that pronouncement is true. First, I saw <em>ELLE Canada</em>''s 80s-tastic September cover (I swear, it could have said September 1989 and I wouldn''t have known the difference). Then, I went shopping. Seems our sartorial options this year are limited to pleated pants, rolled-up cuffs, jazz shoes and the like. Ew.\n\nBut hey—maybe I can come around with the makeup, at least. Especially when it''s <a href="http://uma.chanel.com/makeup/colour-collection.php" target="_blank">Chanel</a>! (Mais oui!) Perhaps it''s the model''s short hair and plummy eyes and lips, but this pic feels très late-80s to me. Of course, that wasn''t the REAL inspiration for this look. It was Venice—apparently a city Mademoiselle Chanel adored. (I''m thinking that was before all the stinky pigeons took over.)\n\nAnyway, as always, the makeup is gorgeous—whether you''re after an 80s-face or not. Here''s what it includes:<!--more-->\n<table border="0">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_joues-contraste.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3455" title="chanel_joues contraste" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_joues-contraste.jpg" alt="chanel_joues contraste" width="137" height="172" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-face-blush-joues-contraste-powder-blush-/product/MAFMU170" target="_blank">Chanel Joues Contraste Powder Blush</a> ($47) in Fresque</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_les-tissages_tweed-sienna.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3456" title="chanel_les tissages_tweed sienna" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_les-tissages_tweed-sienna.jpg" alt="chanel_les tissages_tweed sienna" width="100" height="110" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-face-blush-les-tissages-de-chanel-blush-duo-tweed-effect-/product/MAFMU561" target="_blank">Chanel Les Tissages de CHANEL Blush Duo Tweed Effect</a> ($52) in Tweed Sienna</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_poudre-douce.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3457" title="chanel_poudre douce" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_poudre-douce.jpg" alt="chanel_poudre douce" width="100" height="110" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-face-powder-poudre-douce-soft-pressed-powder-/product/MAFMU55C" target="_blank">Chanel Poudre Douce Soft Pressed Powder</a> ($54) in Pêche Caresse</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_eye-gloss.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3458" title="chanel_eye gloss" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_eye-gloss.jpg" alt="chanel_eye gloss" width="137" height="172" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-eyes-eye-shadows-eye-gloss-exclusive-creation-/product/MAEMU2BJ" target="_blank">Chanel Eye Gloss Luminous Cream Quadra Eye Shadow  (Limited Edition) </a>($65)</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_les-4-ombres-murano.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3459" title="chanel_les 4 ombres murano" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_les-4-ombres-murano.jpg" alt="chanel_les 4 ombres murano" width="100" height="110" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-eyes-eye-shadows-les-4-ombres-de-chanel-quadra-eye-shadow-/product/MAEMU170" target="_blank">Chanel Les 4 Ombres Quadra Eye Shadow</a> ($61)  in Murano</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_aqua-alta.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3464" title="chanel_aqua alta" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_aqua-alta.jpg" alt="chanel_aqua alta" width="117" height="140" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-eyes-eye-shadows-irreelle-duo-silky-eyeshadow-duo-/product/MAEMU29D" target="_blank">Chanel Irréelle Duo Silky Eyeshadow Duo</a> ($48) in Acqua Alta</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_rouge-allure.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3461" title="chanel_rouge allure" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_rouge-allure.jpg" alt="chanel_rouge allure" width="137" height="172" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-lips-lipstick-rouge-allure-luminous-satin-lip-colour-/product/MALPR35Y" target="_blank">Chanel Rouge Allure Luminous Satin Lip Colour</a> ($37 each) in Clandestine, Comedia, Amusing, Captive, Intuitive and Instinctive</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Chanel_PralinedOr.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3463" title="Chanel_Pralined''Or" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Chanel_PralinedOr.jpg" alt="Chanel_Pralined''Or" width="100" height="110" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-lips-lip-liners-le-crayon-levres-precision-lip-definer-/product/MALPR080" target="_blank">Chanel Le Crayon Lèvres Precision Lip Definer</a> ($26) in Praline d''Or</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_gondola.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3207" title="chanel_gondola" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel_gondola-300x300.jpg" alt="chanel_gondola" width="168" height="168" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://uma.chanel.com/-makeup-nails-nail-colour-le-vernis-nail-colour-/product/MANPR010" target="_blank">Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour</a> ($26) in Gondola</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel-nail-polish-intermezzo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-3462" title="chanel nail polish intermezzo" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/chanel-nail-polish-intermezzo-150x150.jpg" alt="chanel nail polish intermezzo" width="150" height="150" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour" target="_blank">Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour</a> ($26) in Intermezzo</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody></table>', 'Out now: Chanel Fall Makeup Collection', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '2946-revision', '', '', '2009-10-01 21:00:58', '2009-10-02 01:00:58', '', 2946, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/2946-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18786, 1, '2009-10-01 05:00:33', '2009-10-01 09:00:33', 'Trends in scent—like gourmand or chypre notes—may come and go, but it seems like fruity fragrances are always in style. And guess what? <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/03/06/ageless-anti-age-perfume/" target="_blank">Research says they can make men think you''re up to 10 years younger</a>. I don''t know about you, but I''ll take all the help I can get! Here are three fruity picks from this fall''s crop of new scents. (Missed the rest of the season''s offerings? Check out <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/29/fall-fragrances-part-one-the-latest-spicy-woody-sexy-scents/" target="_blank">Part One</a> and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/30/fall-fragrances-part-two-florals/" target="_blank">Part Two</a>.)\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3533" title="britney spears_circus fantasy fragrance" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/britney-spears_circus-fantasy-fragrance.jpg" alt="britney spears_circus fantasy fragrance" width="300" height="387" />\n\n<strong><a href="http://shop.elizabetharden.com/searchHandler/index.jsp?oos=true&amp;nullProductId=3756960" target="_blank">Circus Fantasy Britney Spears</a></strong>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Fruity floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: raspberry, apricot blossom, blue peony, water lily, sweetheart orchid, vanilla wood, musk, violet candy\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: Some might find this scent too young—and yes, there is an <em>eau de high school</em> about it—but I don''t care, I think it smells lovely. (I have a not-so-secret love for other slightly embarrassing celeb scents like Glow by J.Lo and SJP''s Lovely.) This one is fruity and delicious—don''t hold Britney against it!\n\nEau de Parfum Spray, $63 for 50 mL / $78 for 100 mL. At Sears and Shoppers Drug Mart stores in October.\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3434" title="nina ricci_nina" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/nina-ricci_nina.jpg" alt="nina ricci_nina" width="250" height="250" />\n\n<a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P206118&amp;categoryId=B70" target="_blank"><strong>Nina by Nina Ricci (Limited Edition)</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Fresh fruity-floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: toffee apple, peony, moonflower, praline, apple wood, musk\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: This scent was created by mega-perfumers Olivier Cresp and Jacques Cavallier. (Two years ago, I got to interview them in Paris—!!!—as they collaborated on the exquisite Yves Saint Laurent elle). This scent is a classic fruity-floral, so if you like your scents to be light and feminine, you''ll love this.\n\nEau de Toilette Spray, $89 for 80 mL. At Holt Renfrew, The Bay, Sears and drugstores across Canada in October.\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3432" title="elizabeth arden_5th ave style" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/elizabeth-arden_5th-ave-style.jpg" alt="elizabeth arden_5th ave style" width="300" height="359" /><span style="line-height: normal; font-size: 11px; -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px;"><strong><a href="http://shop.elizabetharden.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=2879146" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: small;">Elizabeth Arden 5th Avenue Style</span></a></strong></span>\n\n<strong><a href="http://shop.elizabetharden.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=2879146" target="_blank"></a><span style="font-weight: normal;"><strong>What it is</strong>: Fruity floral oriental</span></strong>\n\n<span style="font-weight: normal;"><strong>Notes</strong></span>: apple blossom, white chocolate truffle, vanilla, musk\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: Haven''t smelled this one yet, but the thinking behind it is that it''s supposed to evoke the energy of "the most stylish street in the world." (I''m picturing Mary Tyler Moore strutting her stuff right now.) I''m on the fence about the chocolate and vanilla—could be overkill. On the other hand, possibly a unique combination of sweet and fruity!\n\nEau de Parfum Spray, $56 for 75 mL / $70 for 125 mL. At Elizabeth Arden counters across Canada.', 'Fall fragrances part three: Fun and fruity', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3544-revision', '', '', '2009-10-01 05:00:33', '2009-10-01 09:00:33', '', 3544, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/10/3544-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18787, 1, '2009-09-30 05:00:19', '2009-09-30 09:00:19', '<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/29/fall-fragrances-part-one-the-latest-spicy-woody-sexy-scents/" target="_blank">Yesterday''s post</a> looked at the spicier side of scents this fall. But notes like vetiver, amber and patchouli certainly aren''t for everyone. Perhaps you prefer your fragrances to be of the floral genre? If so, there are some GORGEOUS ones this year. Read on—and check in again tomorrow for our final chapter: fruity fragrances.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/michael-kors_very-hollywood.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3436" title="michael kors_very hollywood" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/michael-kors_very-hollywood.jpg" alt="michael kors_very hollywood" width="250" height="250" /></a><a href="http://www.michaelkors.com/store/catalog/catalogPage.jhtml?tid=P6&amp;itemId=cat2102&amp;parentId=cat152&amp;masterId=cat101" target="_blank"><strong>Very Hollywood Michael Kors</strong></a><strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: White floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: black currant, mandarin, amber, gardenia\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: This is a big, bold, glamorous scent. I don''t think I''d wear it everyday—it''s more of a special occasion fragrance—but as an MK scent fan (I love his liberal use of gardenia), I think this is a winner.\n\nLuxe Perfume Spray, $375 for 30 mL; Eau de Parfum Spray, $56 for 30 mL / $78 for 50 mL / $105 for 100 mL; Limited-Edition Gem Solid Perfume Ring, $50. At Holt Renfrew and Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/marc-jacobs_lola.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3437" title="marc jacobs_lola" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/marc-jacobs_lola-300x299.jpg" alt="marc jacobs_lola" width="300" height="299" /></a><a href="http://lolamarcjacobs.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Lola Marc Jacobs</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Warm floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: pear d’anjou, fuchsia peony, geranium, musk\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: As I mentioned previously, <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/22/so-pretty-it-doesnt-matter-how-good-it-smells-lola-marc-jacobs/" target="_blank">the bottle is so pretty it really doesn''t matter how good this smells</a>. But the juice is good too: it''s a slightly heavier, sweeter take on the ever-popular Daisy.\n\nEau de Parfum, $79 for 50 mL / $105 for 100 mL. At Holt Renfrew, Sephora and Murale stores (and in October, department and drug stores) across Canada.<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/mariah-carey_forever-fragrance.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3439" title="mariah carey_forever fragrance" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/mariah-carey_forever-fragrance-300x300.jpg" alt="mariah carey_forever fragrance" width="300" height="300" /></a><a href="http://shop.elizabetharden.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=3773232&amp;cp=2879146" target="_blank"><strong>Forever Mariah Carey</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Modern floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: neroli, lotus blossom, green apple, tuberose, gardenia, white musk\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: So... I don''t actually hate this. You think it’s going to be the typical dime-a-dozen celebrity scent, but the musk and tuberose give it a little something special. It''s fresh and clean, and perhaps more subtle than most white florals. I''m impressed!\n\nEau de Parfum Spray, $63 for 50 mL / $78 for 100 mL; Parfum, $220 for 15 mL. At department stores across Canada in October.<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/yves-rocher_tendre-jasmin.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3433" title="yves rocher_tendre jasmin" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/yves-rocher_tendre-jasmin-200x300.jpg" alt="yves rocher_tendre jasmin" width="200" height="300" /></a><a href="http://www.yvesrocher.ca/control/category/~category_id=3000/~pcategory=3000" target="_blank"><strong>Yves Rocher Tendre Jasmin</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: jasmine, mandarin, citron, orange blossom, mimosa\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: My word—this scent was created by haute parfumeur Jacques Cavallier, who has created many of the world''s bestselling fragrances, including the delectable YSL elle! I''ve yet to test it, but it sounds promising, especially at this price point.\n\nEau de Parfum, $69 for 50 mL. At Yves Rocher Beauty Centres across Canada, yvesrocher.ca or 1-800-361-2746.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/flacon-folies-neiges.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3580" title="flacon folies neiges" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/flacon-folies-neiges-200x300.jpg" alt="flacon folies neiges" width="200" height="300" /></a><a href="http://www.lisewatier.com/fr/categories/view/parfum-s-6" target="_blank"><strong>Lise Watier Folies Neiges</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is: </strong>Floral green\n\n<strong>Notes: </strong>orange, mandarin, white flowers\n\n<strong>My take: </strong>Oh, Canada! Our very own Mitsou Gélinas is the muse for this scent. And no lie—I''d wear this. It''s light and fresh, and it DOES sort of smell like snow. Amazing!\n\nEau de toilette spray, $55 for 50 mL / $75 for 100 mL. At select department stores and drugstores across Canada.', 'Fall fragrances part two: Florals', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3395-revision', '', '', '2009-09-30 05:00:19', '2009-09-30 09:00:19', '', 3395, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/09/3395-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18788, 1, '2009-09-29 05:00:48', '2009-09-29 09:00:48', 'I’m generally not a lover of cooler weather—but there are a couple of things I DO like about the autumn season.\n\nOne: the opportunity to wear new boots and coats. And two: being able to debut a new, fall-ish fragrance (after months of summery notes like lemon verbena and lavender).\n\nAnd that''s where <strong>this week''s fragrance series</strong> comes in. As usual, we''re spoiled for choice this season, so I''ve decided to present to you our choices in three parts. Today, I''ve got your guide to the latest <strong>spicy, woody scents</strong> (think notes like amber, vanilla, musk, sandalwood and patchouli). These are the ones to wear for hot dates, big nights out or cosy, roaring-fireplace snuggle time. Mmmmmm...\n\n(More of a classic floral girl? Stay tuned for <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/30/fall-fragrances-part-two-florals/">Part Two</a> tomorrow.)\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/prada_leau-ambree.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3435" title="prada_leau ambree" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/prada_leau-ambree.jpg" alt="prada_leau ambree" width="400" height="400" /></a></p>\n<a href="http://www.prada.com/fragrances" target="_blank"><strong>Prada L’Eau Ambrée</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Woody floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: Sicilian citrus, rose, amber, patchouli, vanilla\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: This will win you over, even if (like me) you''re not usually drawn to ambery scents. This is slightly powdery, which makes it more fresh than mysterious. Elegant, classic and not at all overpowering.\n\nEau de Parfum Spray, $95 for 50 mL / $120 for 80 mL. At department stores across Canada.\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3445" title="guerlain_idylle" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/guerlain_idylle-260x300.jpg" alt="guerlain_idylle" width="260" height="300" />\n\n<a href="http://www.guerlain.com/index_en.asp?page=gbasp" target="_blank"><strong>Guerlain Idylle</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Floral chypre\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: freesia, lilac, peony, jasmine, lily of the valley, white musk, patchouli, Bulgarian rose\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/06/22/coming-soon-a-new-scent-from-guerlain/" target="_blank">As I mentioned in this post</a>, I LOVE this one. It''s like sticking your head in a big, beautiful bouquet of freshly-cut flowers. Gorgeously feminine—but as with all great fragrances, it has the hint of masculinity in the patchouli and musk. I''m convinced this will be a Guerlain classic.\n\nEau de Parfum Spray, $82 for 35 mL / $104 for 50 mL / $148 for 100 mL. At The Bay, Shoppers Drug Mart and independent prestige retailers across Canada in October.\n<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3532" title="juicycouture_couture couture fragrance" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/juicycouture_couture-couture-fragrance.jpg" alt="juicycouture_couture couture fragrance" width="325" height="406" /><a href="http://www.juicycouture.com/shoponline/fragrancebeauty/women/couturecouture/pg1" target="_blank"><strong>Couture Couture by Juicy Couture</strong></a></p>\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Oriental floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: pink grapes, orange flower, mandarin, plum, honeysuckle, jasmine, sandalwood, amber, vanilla\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: <a href="http://www.elle.com/Beauty/Makeup-Skin-Care/New-Fragrance-by-Juicy-Couture" target="_blank">According to a recent <em>ELLE</em> story</a>, this scent (Juicy Couture''s third) was inspired by essential oils. Maybe that''s why I like this—it''s not your run-of-the-mill floral. Feminine with an unexpected undercurrent of earthiness.\n\nParfum, $350 for 30 mL; Eau de Parfum Spray, $76 for 50 mL / $99 for 100 mL. At department stores across Canada.\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3438" title="armani_idole darmani" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/armani_idole-darmani.png" alt="armani_idole darmani" width="322" height="360" /><a href="http://www.giorgioarmanibeauty.com/_int/_en/catalogue/FRAGRANCES/product.aspx?prdcode=AP31501&amp;tpcode=FRAGRANCES_HER_GA_IDOLE" target="_blank"><strong>Idole d’Armani</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Spicy floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: bitter orange, pear, ginger, rose loukoum, jasmine, saffron absolute, patchouli, vetiver\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: Again, not your typical floral—the saffron and patchouli give it some interesting depth. There''s something quite sexy and strong about it. And how do I put this?—it''s the kind of scent that doesn''t hit you over the head...it melts into the skin and leaves you wanting more.\n\nEau de Parfum, $60 for 30 mL / $85 for 50 mL / $110 for 75 mL. At department stores and drugstores across Canada.\n\n<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3440" title="van cleef+arpels_feerie" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/van-cleef+arpels_feerie.jpg" alt="van cleef+arpels_feerie" width="244" height="499" /><a href="http://www.vca-parfums.com/en/feerie.html" target="_blank"><strong>Van Cleef &amp; Arpels Féérie</strong></a>\n\n<strong>What it is</strong>: Woody floral\n\n<strong>Notes</strong>: wild raspberries, violet, rose absolute, jasmine, musk, sandalwood\n\n<strong>My take</strong>: Sorry guys—I didn''t receive a sample of this, so haven''t actually smelled it yet. Gorgeous bottle—but <a href="http://www.nstperfume.com/2008/09/19/van-cleef-arpels-feerie-perfume-review/" target="_blank">Now Smell This</a> calls it a "wearable if not dreadfully interesting department store entry." Hmmmm...\n\nNatural Spray Eau de Parfum, $145 for 50 mL / $195 for 100 mL; Eau de Toilette Spray, $117 for 50 mL / $155 for 100 mL. At The Bay and Holt Renfrew stores across Canada in October.', 'Fall fragrances part one: The latest spicy, woody (sexy!) scents', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3538-revision', '', '', '2009-09-29 05:00:48', '2009-09-29 09:00:48', '', 3538, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/09/3538-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18789, 1, '2009-09-28 05:00:23', '2009-09-28 09:00:23', 'Beauty, like fashion, cycles in trends. And when one manufacturer comes out with something cool, chances are you''ll see a version of the same concept in a handful of OTHER lines in less than 12 months.\n\nSuch is the case with the latest skincare craze: the roller ball. It’s basically a tool to help massage in the product as you apply it—a metal ball that rolls around (replacing the standard tube-type tip). The idea is that it helps decrease puffiness and boosts circulation. (You may have also seen the same device in those portable-size perfume bottles, like the one on <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/08/10/guaiac-by-red-flower-my-favourite-scent%E2%80%94ever/" target="_blank">my beloved Red Flower Guaiac</a>.)\n\nI’m fairly certain the first company to come out with this concept was <a href="http://www.byterry.com/" target="_blank">By Terry</a> (in the VIP Skin Expert Peace &amp; Glow Roll-On). Launched in Canada last year, this is from the line created by French makeup artist—and MAJOR innovator—Terry de Gunzburg, who was also the brains behind <a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-complexion-concealer/c38_40_45/p141/touche-eclat-radiant-touch/product_info.html" target="_blank">Yves Saint Laurent’s iconic Touche Éclat</a>.\n\nSo does the roller thingamajig work? I’m not convinced it’s going to perform miracles. But hey—it feels nice and it seems to cool the skin. I’d keep this at work for those mid-afternoon moments where you catch a glimpse of your haggard, tired-looking self in the bathroom mirror and panic. This might help!\n\nHere’s the lowdown on this fall’s selection. (One more—from Olay—is coming in January, too, but I''ve been told it''s too early to share details on that.) So... let''s roll!\n<table border="0">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Sampar_Eye_Rule.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3419" title="Sampar_Eye_Rule" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/Sampar_Eye_Rule.jpg" alt="Sampar_Eye_Rule" width="186" height="248" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.sampar.com/en/products/age-antidote/eye-rule" target="_blank">Sampar Paris Age Antidote Eye Rule</a> fills in fine lines and wrinkles and reduces dark circles and puffy eyes.$89 for 10 mL, at The Bay stores across Canada.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/nuxe_roll-on.png"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3420" title="nuxe_roll on" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/nuxe_roll-on-300x234.png" alt="nuxe_roll on" width="300" height="234" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://en.nuxe.com/les-soins/aroma-vaillance-express-fiche-17.html" target="_blank">Nuxe Aroma-Valliance Express Deep Wrinkle Filler Roll-On</a> targets deep wrinkles on the forehead and around the eyes and lips.$49 for 15 mL, at The Bay and Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/garnier-nutritioniste-skin-renew.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3422" title="garnier-nutritioniste-skin-renew" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/garnier-nutritioniste-skin-renew.jpg" alt="garnier-nutritioniste-skin-renew" width="250" height="236" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://well.ca/products/garnier-nutritioniste-skin-renew_7881.html?affid=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Awakening Face Massager</a> softens fine lines and boosts circulation for a more radiant appearance.$19.99 for 50 mL, at drugstores and mass retailers across Canada.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/vichy_eye-roll-on.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3421" title="vichy_eye roll on" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/vichy_eye-roll-on.jpg" alt="vichy_eye roll on" width="250" height="250" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.vichyconsult.co.uk/products-AQYX0001/facial-skin-care/aqualia-thermal/aqualia-thermal-eye-roll-on.aspx" target="_blank">Vichy Aqualia Thermal Eye Roll-On</a> targets dehydration lines around the eyes and under-eye bags and circles.$34 for 15 mL, at drug stores across Canada.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/by-terry_peace+glow-roll-on.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3426" title="by terry_peace+glow roll on" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/by-terry_peace+glow-roll-on.jpg" alt="by terry_peace+glow roll on" width="250" height="250" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.sephora.fr/browse/product.jhtml?id=P51641" target="_blank">By Terry VIP Skin Expert Peace &amp; Glow Roll On</a> softens signs of fatigue, stimulates microcirculation and relaxes skin tissues.$78, at Sephora and Holt Renfrew stores across Canada.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/roc_eye-roll-on.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3576" title="roc_eye roll on" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/roc_eye-roll-on-300x300.jpg" alt="roc_eye roll on" width="300" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.rocskincare.ca/" target="_blank">RoC Complete Lift Eye Roll-On</a> lifts and firms the eye area while decreasing the appearance of puffiness. $15 for 30 mL, at drugstores across Canada.</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>', 'Trend alert: Roller ball applicators', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3371-revision', '', '', '2009-09-28 05:00:23', '2009-09-28 09:00:23', '', 3371, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/09/3371-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18790, 1, '2009-09-25 05:00:38', '2009-09-25 09:00:38', 'So <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/24/channeling-studio-54-val-garland-presents-ysls-autumn-look-part-one-of-two/" target="_blank">yesterday</a> we took a look at YSL''s newest makeup offerings, which are making me want to get all glammed up a la Michelle Pfeiffer in <em>Scarface</em>. (Visuals <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086250/" target="_blank">here</a>—kind of a similar look, isn''t it?)\n\nBut no matter what type of makeup application you''re after, we can all use some handy tips to make things easier. Before I sat down to write this post, I reviewed my notes from my session back in the spring with Val Garland (YSL''s artistic advisor), and I was actually astounded by how much good advice she had.\n\n<strong></strong>So without further ado, may I present Makeup Tips You Can Actually Use:\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Do your eye makeup first.</strong> To prevent under-eye smudges, use a big blush brush to put powder under your eyes. That way, you can sweep it (along with any stray eye shadow) away after you finish.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Skin should look like skin.</strong> If your foundation feels dry or cakey, you can easily correct it by applying a bit of moisturizer on top.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/angelina-jolie_winged-out-eyeliner.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3519" title="angelina jolie_winged out eyeliner" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/angelina-jolie_winged-out-eyeliner-275x300.jpg" alt="angelina jolie_winged out eyeliner" width="275" height="300" /></a>Apply your eye liner with conviction!</strong> Tilt your head back slightly so that your eyes are half-closed and then sweep the brush across all in one motion. You can always fill in any gaps after.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Another eye liner tip: do your worst side first.</strong> That way, it will be easier to match it on your "good" side.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>For a cat-eye effect (like Angelina Jolie''s go-to look here), skip mascara on your bottom lashes</strong>—it will look more graphic and modern. (Mascara on the bottom lashes gives you more of a rounded-eye, 60s or 70s look.)</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_creme-de-blush.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3496" title="ysl_creme de blush" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_creme-de-blush-274x300.jpg" alt="ysl_creme de blush" width="274" height="300" /></a>Sculpting is a huge trend on the runways</strong>—but in real life, nobody wants to "look dead." Apply cream blush with your fingertips on the apples of the cheeks and just below the cheekbones.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Set your makeup</strong> with a finishing or setting powder to "bring the look together."</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>But then you need to "take something away" for a more natural finish. Use a fan brush to <strong>apply a dab of moisturizer</strong> on the tops of the cheekbones. It brings light back into the skin.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Avoid using too much highlighter</strong>—it can make you look like the Tin Woman! Moisturizer works better for real life.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_rouge-volupte-exquisite-plum.JPG"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3503" title="ysl_rouge volupte exquisite plum" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_rouge-volupte-exquisite-plum-171x300.jpg" alt="ysl_rouge volupte exquisite plum" width="171" height="300" /></a>After you apply lipstick, soften the edges with your fingers</strong>—it feels more sexy and modern. When it''s too perfect, it looks old-fashioned.</li>\n</ul>\nMissed <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/24/channeling-studio-54-val-garland-presents-ysls-autumn-look-part-one-of-two/" target="_blank">Part One</a>? Check out YSL''s Autumn Look and more visuals <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/24/channeling-studio-54-val-garland-presents-ysls-autumn-look-part-one-of-two/" target="_blank">here</a>.', 'Makeup tips you can actually use from YSL&#039;s Val Garland (part two of two)', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3477-revision', '', '', '2009-09-25 05:00:38', '2009-09-25 09:00:38', '', 3477, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/09/3477-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18791, 1, '2009-09-24 11:13:29', '2009-09-24 15:13:29', 'Of all the stunning visuals for this fall''s new makeup collections, this one from <a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-ysl-make-up-look/c38_91/index.html" target="_blank">Yves Saint Laurent</a> has to be my favourite. So Studio 54, isn''t it?\n\nBack in the spring, we beauty folk got the inside scoop on how to create it. It was a huge thrill to meet <strong>Val Garland</strong>, one of the world''s TOP makeup artists and currently the artistic advisor for YSL. (You can watch a video interview of her <a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/i57/insider-videos/information.html" target="_blank">here</a>.) Not only did she demonstrate all the products for us on a model, but she also gave us some GREAT tips (great as in I actually hadn''t heard most of them before—quite a feat considering I''ve been writing about makeup for some time now).\n\nHere''s what Val had to say about the inspiration for this collection:\n\n<strong>"It''s a celebration of women. [It''s looking at] a really manicured moment, from the 1940s right up to the 1980s. It''s about sculpted faces, statement red lips, brows... there''s something for everyone. We saw a lot of grey and black clothes on the catwalks, so this collection is about embracing colour. Makeup is making a comeback."</strong>\n\nAmen to that! Before I tell you more about what the collection includes, here are some pics of the makeup, the model she demonstrated on and Val herself.\n\nFirst, here''s the makeup. GORGEOUS, no? We all sat at tables and were served champagne and gourmet French fries while we got to play with it. (And yes, that''s my idea of heaven. It was like art class for grown-ups!)\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0494.JPG"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3484" title="IMG_0494" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0494-1024x768.jpg" alt="IMG_0494" width="465" height="349" /></a></p>\nNow here''s the gorgeous model. One of the things Val was demonstrating was a chartreuse eye shadow (you''ll see it in the pic above) that looks quite vivid in the palette, but is in fact very wearable on the face.\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0492.JPG"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3480" title="IMG_0492" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0492-768x1024.jpg" alt="IMG_0492" width="430" height="574" /></a></p>\nSee how pretty it is when she closes her eyes? Never thought I would love something like this, but I do.\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0493.JPG"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3482" title="IMG_0493" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0493-768x1024.jpg" alt="IMG_0493" width="430" height="574" /></a></p>\nAnd here''s Ms. Garland herself (chatting with my friend Malena of <em>Hello!</em> magazine.)\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0495.JPG"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3489" title="IMG_0495" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0495-1024x768.jpg" alt="IMG_0495" width="419" height="314" /></a></p>\n<p style="text-align: left;">And finally—after the jump, I''ve got the lowdown on each piece in the collection. Stay tuned for <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/25/makeup-tips-you-can-actually-use-from-ysls-val-garland-part-two-of-two/" target="_blank">Part Two</a> tomorrow where I''ll be sharing Val''s awesome makeup tips!<!--more--></p>\n\n<table border="0">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_gloss-volupte-frozen-cherry.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3501" title="ysl_gloss volupte frozen cherry" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_gloss-volupte-frozen-cherry-274x300.jpg" alt="ysl_gloss volupte frozen cherry" width="274" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-lips-lip-gloss/c38_42_51/p446/gloss-volupte-sheer-sensual-gloss-stick-spf-9/product_info.html" target="_blank">YSL Gloss Volupté Sheer Sensual Gloss Stick SPF 9 ($35)</a> in No. 1-Iced Lychee, No. 2-Chilled Raspberry, No. 3-Frozen Cherry and No. 4-Frosted Plum</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/YSL_palette-y.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3495" title="YSL_palette y" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/YSL_palette-y-274x300.jpg" alt="YSL_palette y" width="274" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-ysl-make-up-look/c38_91/p448/palette-y-collector-palette-for-the-complexion/product_info.html" target="_blank">Limited Edition YSL Palette Y Collector Powder for the Complexion ($78)</a></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_creme-de-blush.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3496" title="ysl_creme de blush" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_creme-de-blush-274x300.jpg" alt="ysl_creme de blush" width="274" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-complexion-blush-bronzer/c38_40_46/p445/creme-de-blush-cream-blush/product_info.html" target="_blank">Limited Edition YSL Crème de Blush Cream Blush ($48)</a> in No. 1-Velvety Peach, No. 2-Powdery Rose and No. 3-Silky Praline</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_la-lacque-stormy-grey.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3502" title="ysl_la lacque stormy grey" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_la-lacque-stormy-grey-274x300.jpg" alt="ysl_la lacque stormy grey" width="274" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/limited-editions/c71/p453/la-laque-long-lasting-nail-lacquer/product_info.html" target="_blank">Limited Edition YSL La Laque Long-lasting Nail Lacquer ($24)</a> in No. 39-Stormy Grey</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_eye-duo-peach-brown.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3500" title="ysl_eye duo peach brown" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_eye-duo-peach-brown-274x300.jpg" alt="ysl_eye duo peach brown" width="274" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-ysl-make-up-look/c38_91/p451/ombres-duolumieres-eyeshadow-duo/product_info.html" target="_blank">YSL Ombres Duolumières Eye Shadow Duo ($52)</a> in No. 21-Anise Green/Intense Plum and No. 23-Pearly Peach/Mink Brown</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_5-colour-harmony-midnight.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3499" title="ysl_5 colour harmony midnight" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_5-colour-harmony-midnight-274x300.jpg" alt="ysl_5 colour harmony midnight" width="274" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-ysl-make-up-look/c38_91/p450/ombres-5-lumieres-5-colour-harmony-for-eyes/product_info.html" target="_blank">YSL Ombres 5 Lumières 5 Colour Harmony for Eyes ($72)</a> in No. 7-Bronze Gold and No. 8-Midnight</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_mascara-sublime-grey.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3497" title="ysl_mascara sublime grey" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_mascara-sublime-grey-274x300.jpg" alt="ysl_mascara sublime grey" width="274" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-eyes-mascara/c38_41_47/p157/volume-effet-faux-cils-luxurious-mascara/product_info.html" target="_blank">YSL Luxurious Mascara for a False Lash Effect ($36)</a> in No. 8-Sublime Grey</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_rouge-volupte-exquisite-plum.JPG"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3503" title="ysl_rouge volupte exquisite plum" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_rouge-volupte-exquisite-plum-171x300.jpg" alt="ysl_rouge volupte exquisite plum" width="171" height="300" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-lips-lipstick/c38_42_50/p374/rouge-volupte-silky-sensual-radiant-lipstick-spf-15/product_info.html" target="_blank">YSL Rouge Volupté Silky - Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15 ($38)</a> in No. 19-Frivolous Pink, No. 20-Spicy Pink, No. 21-Vibrant Brown and No. 22-Exquisite Plum</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_extreme-purple1.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3210" title="ysl_extreme purple" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/ysl_extreme-purple1.jpg" alt="ysl_extreme purple" width="220" height="338" /></a></td>\n<td><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/make-up-ysl-make-up-look/c38_91/p452/la-laque-long-lasting-nail-lacquer/product_info.html" target="_blank">YSL La Laque Long-lasting Nail Lacquer ($24)</a> in No. 40-Extreme Purple</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\nAt The Bay flagship stores in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal, and in Holt Renfrew stores across Canada.', 'Channeling Studio 54: Val Garland presents YSL&#039;s Autumn Look (part one of two)', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3469-revision', '', '', '2009-09-24 11:13:29', '2009-09-24 15:13:29', '', 3469, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/09/3469-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18792, 1, '2009-09-23 15:40:37', '2009-09-23 19:40:37', '<p style="text-align: left;">Oh, <em>Cosmo</em>. You kill me. Here''s some VERY BAD beauty advice they''re dispensing in their October issue. This little gem was sent to me courtesy of the lovely Jill (beauty editor at <em>Glow</em>).</p>\n<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/cosmospread0921091.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7717" title="cosmospread092109" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/cosmospread0921091.jpg" alt="" width="560" height="388" /></a></p>\nClick on <a href="http://cache-foo-08.gawkerassets.com/gawker/assets/images/39/2009/09/cosmospread092109.jpg" target="_blank">this link</a> to enlarge the image. And please tell me you''ll never do this. I can''t think of anything a guy would love LESS than a gross old thong as a hair tie.\n\nThe editors must be laughing their asses off when they print this stuff, no? There really are no words.', 'In a beauty pinch? Gawdawful advice from Cosmo...', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3404-revision', '', '', '2009-09-23 15:40:37', '2009-09-23 19:40:37', '', 3404, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/09/3404-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0),
(18793, 1, '2009-09-23 05:00:29', '2009-09-23 09:00:29', '<p style="text-align: left;">The other day, <a href="http://www.revlon.com/ProductCatalog/ProductDetails.aspx?CategoryID=4&amp;SubCategoryID=15&amp;ProductID=90" target="_blank">Revlon</a> hosted Toronto''s beauty press at my favourite type of beauty event: the mani-pedi. Forget cocktail parties or elaborate fine dining. I''m happiest chit-chatting about products while some kind soul is scrubbing the dead stuff off the soles of my feet.</p>\nNow I''ll be the first to admit that Revlon isn''t the sexiest of brands. (I''m a packaging fanatic and theirs definitely needs an upgrade. It''s so ''90s!) But product-wise, at least when it comes to NAILS, you can colour me impressed. Sometimes, you have to get over your inner beauty snob (or at least <em>I</em> do) and just try stuff out. And that''s what I did.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/revlon_cherries-in-the-snow.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3386" title="revlon_cherries in the snow" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/revlon_cherries-in-the-snow.jpg" alt="revlon_cherries in the snow" width="200" height="200" /></a>Did you know that Cherries in the Snow—a gorgeous blue-red—is one of the brand''s original shades, first released in the 1950s? It still looks amazing today. In fact, Revlon surprised me with a number of great reds (Revlon Red and Raven Red are two others) in flat tones—I find their shimmery shades a little tacky. I prefer my fingers neutral, so if you''re looking for a go-with-anything pink, Sheer Petal is just the ticket.\n\n<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/revlon_silver-screen.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3389" title="revlon_silver screen" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/revlon_silver-screen.jpg" alt="revlon_silver screen" width="215" height="215" /></a>Their new shades for fall are surprisingly pretty. I''ve blabbed about grey nail polish to death, so I''d wear Silver Screen, a gorgeous metallic grey. And for dark polish fans, there''s Hot for Chocolate (a rich, deep, black-brown) and Midnight Affair (deep navy).\n\nBonus: all the polishes are DBP-, toluene- and formaldehyde-free. Now where else can you find that for $4.99?\n\nRevlon Nail Enamel, $4.99 each. At <a href="http://well.ca/beauty/products/revlon-nail-enamel_4017.html?AFFID=BEAUTY" target="_blank">Well.ca</a> and drugstores across Canada.\n\nUPDATE: This might just be the longest-lasting polish I''ve ever worn too. Sheer Petal has been on my fingernails EIGHT chip-free days and counting...', 'Classic AND a bargain: Revlon Nail Polish', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '3385-revision', '', '', '2009-09-23 05:00:29', '2009-09-23 09:00:29', '', 3385, 'http://two.adambaird.net/2009/09/3385-revision/', 0, 'revision', '', 0);
