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When I told my young children that I was about to try a moisturizer infused with GENUINE GOLD, they began to “ohh” and “ahh” at the concept. I received the Oro Gold 24K Vitamin C Facial Booster Serum ($198.00) and 24K Deep Day Moisturizer Cream ($28.00), as a “Hot Stuff Giveaway” gift for audience members at the Wendy Williams Show.
Although I am a tad skeptical by nature, I left the show excited to try a product that combines the purest form of a most-treasured mineral with vitamins E & C. …

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Having worked at the cosmetic counters for twenty years, the most troublesome product women have finding is foundation. There are so many kinds, so many colors and so many different ways to apply that learning trigonometry can seem easier. In this article, I hope to demystify this cosmetic staple for you, which can be as simple as 1, 2, 3.
The basic types of foundation are liquid, which come in different versions, either moisturizing and oil-free; powder, which is great to use either alone or on top of …

I cannot tell you how many compliments I have received on my new lavish lips, with the help of Color Sensatioanl High Shine Lip Gloss from Maybelline ($7.49 at mass retailers nationwide). Now, if I could only look like Erin Wasson! I had the pleasure of sampling five shades, which you can see in the picture, and took a very strong liking to Gleaming Grenadine!

As I’ve recently posted, a strong lip is my new look (having gone lighter on my eyes). It all started looking at pictures of Marilyn Monroe and yes, …

I heard a lot about Cover FX from makeup artist friends to seeing Kylie Jenner‘s tweet about loving the brand. Word on the street was that the Kardashians wore it too, so, of course, when I was invited to see the new launch of the line I just had to go! As soon as I saw the new products’ clean lines and overall look, I knew I was in for a real treat. The brand not only recreated its already fantastic formulas, but also made their line look more clean …

As New York’s Mercedes Benz Fashion Week has come to a close, we’ve narrowed 12 fabulous finalists in our latest Makeup Contest.

 
This is our Third Overall Makeup Contest and First Fashion Week Inspired Makeup Competition.
Each of the finalist chosen gave us their best headshot that reflects their Fashion Week personality.
The prizes are sponsored by Make Up For Ever and include some of our latest beauty obsessions. The WINNER will receive a grand prize pack worth $250, and will include the following items:
- Smoky Couleur Mascara #4 in green ($22)
- Khol Pencil #4K in green, #9K in brown ($17 each)
- …

For me, the best part of the Oscars was Anne Hathaway. Rachel Zoe did a tremendous job styling the movie icon, and every dress she work seemed out of a museum. She dazzled, sparkled and her hair seemed UNREAL, almost Barbie-like. Here’s how Frederic Fekkai’s celebrity stylist, Adir Abergel, transformed Ms. Hathaway’s tresses throughout the evening:
Anne Hathaway’s Red Carpet Look: An Edwardian influenced style with a bohemian flair; soft and loose with shine.

How to Get the Look:

Begin by parting the hair down the center and apply …

We had such a tremendous response to BeautyStat’s first ever makeup contest and we’re THRILLED to see how talented and gorgeous an audience you are. We had tough choices to make, but we have finally pared down our selection to the following lovely ladies.
What happens next?

Now, it’s YOUR turn. Leave a comment below telling us who you think should win the prize of $250 worth of luxury makeup including brands like Dior (note: you need to give BeautyStat a LIKE on our Facebook page in order for your vote to …

We have seen Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint come of age in the classic Harry Potter Fantasy Series. You’ve seen these friends cast spells since 2001 but did you know there is a bit of wizardry going on behind the scenes?
In 2009, Amanda Knight,chief makeup artist for Harry Potter 7, observed a Cover FX demonstration and was so impressed that she requested products for the cast members of Harry Potter. Sharon Nicholas, lead makeup artist of the film, revealed the trick to keeping the cast flawless was Cover …