Give Yourself A Realistic Winter Tan
Jan 20, 2012You don't need to flaunt the fact that you were in a tropical destination during winter break by coming back with an obnoxious, unhealthy tan (it will peel off anyway). Nor do you need to overcompensate for having not been away by loading on the bronzer (it will make your face look more dirty than anything). Read the story I wrote below for makeup.com and follow these self-tanning tips for a natural looking way to warm up your winter skin. 
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The Beauty Girl on Fox's Good Day Columbus: Best Drugstore Buys
Feb 7, 2011
I'm on the hunt for a great deal as much as anyone else, which is why my local drugstore has become one of my staples for beauty products, including skincare. I've also included some fun behind-the-scenes photos below.
The Beauty Girl's Exclusive Interview with Celeb Kym Johnson of "Dancing with the Stars"
Dec 9, 2010I sat down with glamazon and celebrity dancer Kym Johnson of the hit show Dancing with the Stars at Chicago's Wit hotel to find out about the new Dancing with the Stars hair extension collection, her beauty secrets and what goes on behind the scenes. Too bad Kym and David Hasseloff where the first to go this season. She told me she was planning a dance with a Knight Rider theme. That would have been fun to watch! Hopefully this video, shot in the bustling lobby, will make up for it. You may think I'm being a suck-up, but I have to say, Kym really is one of the sweetest, down-to-earth, friendly celebs I've met. She's like sunshine! Er, maybe that's the effect of her adorable Aussie accent.
Before I chatted with Kym, I had a fun hairstyling session where I got to try on all the different styles in the line, which ranges from around $20 to $50. I was also pleased to find out you can use hot tools on all of the hair. Below are pics of me modeling some of my favorite pieces.
Wearing the same combo of extensions Kym's wearing in the video: Glamorama and Salsaloosa.
Look Ma, I've got bangs, thanks to Bango Tango, and long hair, courtesy of Go! Go! Girl.
If you want to get your hands on these extensions now, four styles are currently available at Ulta. The rest will be sold on HSN starting Jan. 1.
You Watch, Jergens Donates to Skin Cancer
Apr 5, 2010When my husband and I got married this past November (how-to bridal beauty stories are on deck for the approaching wedding season), we chose to write our vows. The person who married us recited them, which entailed three things that described who each of us was to the other. Unbeknownst to us, we overlapped in one of the vows. We each referred to the other as a doer. I love my hubby for possessing this trait -- it's sexy and admirable. Thus, it's no surpise that when a beauty company takes action for a cause, it catches my eye. Throughout the week I'm going to introduce you to some great brands that are not only doers but also do-gooders. First up...Jergens.
“Even though we all know the facts, it’s hard to resist the lure of a tan,” says Jane Krakowski. “With this video, I’m hoping to pass on that reminder to women and steer them toward a safe option.”
Not only am I obsessed with their gradual self-tanning moisturizer, but I love their commitment to sun protection. Jergens® Skincare Experts have teamed up with The Skin Cancer Foundation and 30 Rock's Jane Krakowski to remind women to get their glow the healthy way this season.
Click on this link http://www.youtube.com/jergens to watch the video. Each time it's viewed from now until August 31, 2010, Jergens® Skincare Team will make a $1 donation (up to $20,000) to The Skin Cancer Foundation. Pass it on!
Save 30% at CVS
Jul 14, 2009Heads up! Get 30% off sunblock and other summer essentials at CVS.com until July 26th. A couple of items worth adding to your virtual shopping cart: Coppertone NutraShield Sunscreen Lotion SPF 70 (beauty companies have started taking into account that most people don't apply enough sunblock to get the actual protection listed on the bottle, so the thinking is that if you at least apply a higher SPF, it can better buffer some of the damage.), and Jergens Natural Glow Moisturizer Firming, a moisturizer and gradual self tanner in one. The site also features useful info on sun protection and application tips so you won't get burned. Here's where I'd normally say, "Shop till you drop!" In this case, it's more like 'till your fingers go kerplop.
Useless Stat of the Day: 75% of the US population lives within 3 miles of a CVS pharmacy.
Nicole Pearl, The Beauty Girl, has written for national publications including Allure, Cosmo, Marie Claire, Self, In Style, Seventeen, and more. She's covered NYC and LA Fashion Weeks, has appeared on TV as a top beauty and style expert and has been a guest speaker for corporations. The Beauty Girl blog is Nicole's exclusive insider notebook, sharing her V.I.P. access to the latest in beauty. Welcome! Still curious about Nicole? Click here. To book this beauty expert for parties, events, TV segments, media tours, personal consultations and appearances, email info@thebeautygirl.com
