Happy New Year! We here at BeautyStat have pulled out all the stops to bring you the hottest beauty product giveaways and free samples. So without further adieu, below are the first set of winners for 2011 (winners chosen by random number generator).

And the winner of the Reviewed, Approved, Giveaway: Estee Lauder Re-Nutriv Lift Age-Correcting Eye Cream is: Dhini. Dhini, please email us at Info@beautystat.com so that we can ship your products to you.

And the winner of the Last Minute Organic Gift Guide & Amala, 5 in 1 First Aid Beauty Giveaways is Eve. Eve, please email us at Info@beautystat.com so that we can ship your products to you.

And the winner of the Last Minute Holiday Hair Gift Guide is Adrian R. Adrian, please email us at Info@beautystat.com so that we can ship your products to you.

And the winner of the SWAK: Last Minute Makeup Gift Guide & Giveaway is Kimberly P. Kimberly, please email us at Info@beautystat.com so that we can ship your products to you.

Winners, please reply back to us by end of day, Friday January 7th to claim your winnings.

If you did not win, don’t worry. See more exciting giveaways below:

Giveaway: Bath & Body Works Limited Edition PocketBacs, CLEAN Anti Bacterial Moisturizing Hand Cream

REVIEW: PaloVia At Home Skin Renewing Laser (Giveaway)

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We’ve all heard the secret to a healthy body and staying young, right? Or then again you have your secret, I have mine, and our bestie’s each have their own. With the plethora of information available on diminishing one’s risk of age-related issues and protecting the bod’ from all the toxic yuckiness out there, it’s easy to get confused. However, I have discovered the answer to maintaining both a powerful immune system while providing rapid cell rejuvenation. Dolls, may I introduce you to Viralaurin Immune with Resveratrol from Reserveage Organics (www.reserveage.com).

This vegetarian, dietary supplement contains the organic Muscadine grapes directly from USDA approved organic farmlands. With a tag line of, “Committed to the extension of youth naturally,” the geniuses at Reserveage Organics have found a way to pack all the benefits of red wine without the harmful effects (or unnecessary calories) of alcohol. Talk about a double feature!

For the last couple of weeks, I have been taking two Viralaurin Immune capsules a day (yes, accompanied by an organic meal) and I feel, as cliché as it sounds, balanced. Sometimes stress and the change of seasons can have a way of bringing the body down to less than par. Not the case with these capsules. With a chock-full of Monolauric Acid (fights germs), Vitamin D3 (offering age-related benefits), and Olive Leaf (boosts your natural energy) you will be ready to look harmful bacteria straight in the eye. So this fall, grab your eco-friendly boots, a tube of organic lipstick, and a bottle of Viralaurin Immune. It’s one secret you can’t afford to keep!

- TessMarie Golcher

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How to Dye Hair

Don’t think it’s possible to dye your hair without wanting to die when it’s over? Think again.

At-Home Hair-Color Cheat Sheet

Last year, cash-strapped women flocked to drugstore hair-color aisles. And even though things are looking up in the financial sector, only a certain clientele has migrated back to the salon. “The women who come to me are looking for the salon experience,” says colorist Rita Hazan, owner of the Rita Hazan Salon in New York City. “Women who color at home just want to get the job done.”

Not that she blames them. Home hair dye is much simpler (and more effective) than it used to be. The latest formulas are easier to apply, take less time, and have lower levels of harmful ammonia and peroxide, plus the new conditioners can restore hair cuticles after coloring. “The directions inside the box are clearer now, and the help you can get from the companies over the phone has been elevated,” says Hazan. With a little bit of know-how, at-home formulas can impart rich color and mirrorlike shine, and leave your hair incredibly healthy.

The Green Scene

How “green” can you go and still get head-turning hair? Turns out, organic hair color doesn’t exist outside of natural plant-based dyes like henna. “To cover grays or go lighter, you need to use conventional hair-color technology,” says cosmetics chemist Ron Robinson, founder of BeautyStat.com. The good news? A recent report from The Journal of the American Medical Association shows no strong evidence linking hair dye to cancer. So while the ammonia and peroxide in dyes can damage your hair, it’s unlikely they’ll damage your health. Phew!

Oops…I Did It Again!

To err is human. To color correct is divine. Here are the most common home-hair-dye blunders–and how to fix them.

White Streaks – If your highlights look more albino than all-American, you can add warmth by using a semi- or demi- permanent gold tint, says colorist Sharon Dorram, owner of Sharon Dorram Color at Sally Hershberger Salon in New York City.

Brassy Roots – Brunettes trying to go platinum often find themselves with hair the color of a different metal: brass. That’s because brown hair often has red undertones, which are revealed once pigment has been lifted. To get the red out, “reapply the same shade in an ash tone.” says Dorram. “It will neutralize the brassiness.”

Too-Stark Dark - You wanted chocolaty brown but got black instead? Sprint to the shower and “shampoo your hair two or three times with Prell or another deep cleanser,” says colorist Rita Hazan. “It may help to take down the intensity.”

Want more hair-color highlights? Tomorrow, we will post Part 2 of our feature, which explains the whats and hows of hair colorant choices as well as some must-know pointers from the pros.

And The Winners are (chosen by random number generator):

Juliette wins the hair products.

2nd runner up, Kammi wins the $25 gift card.

Please email us at Info@beautystat.com to claim your prizes.  Thank you all for participating and stay tuned for more fantastic giveaways on BeautyStat.com.

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July 4, 1776. It was the day our gorgeous land became the United States of America. Fast-forward 234 years and still we celebrate our freedom. We gather with friends and family, grab a tasty bevy, and celebrate life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness in all things pretty.

This year, I can’t help but stand proud to have the freedom of choice. Off the top of my head, I love that I have the freedom to choose what to wear, what healthy treats to eat, and my personal fav, the freedom to choose my beauty routine. So let’s add a little green to the traditional red, white and blue. That’s right, dolls; I am talking about the freedom to choose organic.

When I think about my daily beauty routine over the years, I am amazed at how much I have changed. I am not just talking about tastes and styles but about products and ingredients. Walking into my bathroom, I smile at the organic products that look back at me. From head-to-toe, green products are my new pretty:

Head: I love the Rejuvenating Cherry Blossom Ginseng Shampoo and Conditioner by Organix. It is both sulfate and paraben free. Plus it leaves my hair smelling oh-so-divine. Snatch a 13.0 oz bottle for $6.99 at www.cvs.com.

Face: Checks and Balances Frothy Face Wash by Origins. This soap gently cleanses my skin without any soapy, grimy residue. Plus it is formulated to give you clear skin without a chock full of bad stuff, aka: parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol, mineral oil, PABA, petrolatum, paraffin, DEA, synthetic fragrance or animal ingredients. Experience this 5 oz bottle for $18.50 at www.macys.com.

Makeup: I am a huge fan of Alima Pure mineral makeup. It’s natural and cruelty free. Not to mention it provides amazing coverage, in a wide variety of stunning shades and foundations. Check out what color fits your beauty routine at www.alimapure.com/.

Deodorant: Yes gals, the stinky truth is we all sweat. But with Tom’s of Maine, no smell is left behind. This beauty bargain is aluminum-free and provides 12-hour odor control protection. Try a 2.25 oz in lavender for $5.49from www.tomsofmaine.com.

Body: Not too heavy, but it’s tough on dry skin. I can’t get enough of Desert Essence Organics Bulgarian Lavender Hand and Body Lotion. It’s 100% vegan and 100% effective. Grab an 8.0 oz bottle for $8.99 at www.cvs.com. Your skin will hug you back!

Nails: Your look wouldn’t be complete without a pretty mani/pedi to face the world. I love Color Club. Try a pretty pink in Natural Beauty finished with Eco Chic Over the Top Topcoat. Pick out your color for $3.15 at www.brightonbeautysupply.com.

Rosalind Russell once said, “Taking joy in life is a woman’s best cosmetic.” Celebrating the freedom to choice your beauty routine is a joy that no one can ever take away from you. So next time you’re out shopping for something new, why not choose organic? It’s natural, it’s pure, and it’s worthy of your beautiful skin.

- TessMarie Golcher

Well, starting June 1, 2011, that won’t happen at any Whole Foods Market in the U.S. That’s right, the country’s first national certified organic grocer (high five to them!) will only carry personal care products and cosmetics that make an organic claim and are third party certified.

What does all that mean to you? The main thing will be when you walk into Whole Foods Market to to purchase organic beauty products, you will leave with organic certified products. Now let’s dig a little deeper. What changes can you expect when you shop your favorite Whole Foods Market?

1) If a beauty care item you want to purchase makes an organic claim, like “organic lotion” or “organic blush,” that product must be certified to the United States Department of Agriculture National Organic Program standard (USDA NOP). It’s a chockfull of words to say, but a powerful statement to shop by.

2) If a cosmetic claims to be made with organic ingredients, it will now have to be certified by the National Organic Program (NOP) standard. In the past, beauty products could be certified by the NOP standard but it was not necessary. Thanks to Whole Foods Market, it will now be mandatory to ensure the organic ingredients are, well, precisely that.

3) If a product claims to contain organic ingredients, it must be certified to the NSP 305 ANSI Standard for Organic Personal Care products. Don’t get lost in all the big words. Naturally, it just means the organic ingredient listed has to be exactly that. Uncertified ingredients need not apply.

Merchants have until August 1, 2010 to get their oh-so-natural plans submitted for compliance and as previously mentioned, until June 1, 2011 to be in fulfillment. John Mackey, CEO of Whole Foods Market, once said, “Business social responsibility should not be coerced; it is a voluntary decision that the entrepreneurial leadership of every company must make on its own.” So don’t be upset if your favorite beauty product is no longer stocked. Think of it this way: if it doesn’t comply in time, it wasn’t good enough for your beautiful skin anyway.

- TessMarie Golcher

There is a ton of BODYCARE that is organic and natural and most of those products are very effective, but we’re talking about the foundation of your beauty: the foundations, brushes, concealers, primers.

Ever since I got my hands on a perfectly movie-star worthy concealer from Alison Raffaele Cosmetics at The Makeup Show New York, I’ve been hooked to the brand like cat to catnip.

Check out our Q&A with the founder, Alison Raffaele, below:

What is the primary difference between organic and green makeup? As I understand it, organic has to be 100%, while green makeup can have synthetic ingredients in them as well?

AR: Precisely. “Green” makeup is more about not containing harmful chemicals, like parabens, talc, mineral oil, synthetic fragrances, aluminum, etc., whereas “Organic” makeup must be made with only certified organic ingredients. It is very difficult to create makeup that is “organic” that still performs, however, many “Green” brands are beginning to use organic ingredients whenever possible.

Are you planning an organic line soon? Why or why not?

I am looking to use organic ingredients in my formulas, but not to go 100% organic. One thing people must remember is that just because an ingredient is “organic” or “natural” doesn’t mean that it is good for you. In fact many naturally occurring substances – take lead for example – can be very harmful to one’s health. The guideline I generally follow is for an ingredient not to be ranked more than a 3 or a 4 on the Enviormental Working Group’s “Skin Deep” database.

Tell us a bit about why you created your line. Was there a niche or need you wanted to fulfill?

Alison Raffaele

I am proud to say that Alison Raffaele Cosmetics was the first makeup artist developed line to go “Green”. The need I saw that wasn’t being addressed was profession quality makeup that was free of harmful chemicals. As a result, we have a great following among makeup artists!

Any new products on the horizon?

Right now I am working on a propylene-glycol free version of my Inner Glow gel blush and a Pressed Mineral Powder – I’m hoping to launch them in the summer or early fall.

Thank you Alison! Now, it’s your turn. ASK Alison anything and enter your comments on BeautyStat’s wall on Facebook HERE. You’ll be entered to win a $50 Gift Certificate from Saks.com.

Just do it and be pretty.

- Charu Suri

There is a ton of BODYCARE that is organic and natural and most of those products are very effective, but we’re talking about the foundation of your beauty: the foundations, brushes, concealers, primers.

Ever since I got my hands on a perfectly movie-star worthy concealer from Alison Raffaele Cosmetics at The Makeup Show New York, I’ve been hooked to the brand like cat to catnip.

Check out our Q&A with the founder, Alison Raffaele, below:

What is the primary difference between organic and green makeup? As I understand it, organic has to be 100%, while green makeup can have synthetic ingredients in them as well?

AR: Precisely. “Green” makeup is more about not containing harmful chemicals, like parabens, talc, mineral oil, synthetic fragrances, aluminum, etc., whereas “Organic” makeup must be made with only certified organic ingredients. It is very difficult to create makeup that is “organic” that still performs, however, many “Green” brands are beginning to use organic ingredients whenever possible.

Are you planning an organic line soon? Why or why not?

I am looking to use organic ingredients in my formulas, but not to go 100% organic. One thing people must remember is that just because an ingredient is “organic” or “natural” doesn’t mean that it is good for you. In fact many naturally occurring substances – take lead for example – can be very harmful to one’s health. The guideline I generally follow is for an ingredient not to be ranked more than a 3 or a 4 on the Enviormental Working Group’s “Skin Deep” database.

Tell us a bit about why you created your line. Was there a niche or need you wanted to fulfill?

Alison Raffaele

I am proud to say that Alison Raffaele Cosmetics was the first makeup artist developed line to go “Green”. The need I saw that wasn’t being addressed was profession quality makeup that was free of harmful chemicals. As a result, we have a great following among makeup artists!

Any new products on the horizon?

Right now I am working on a propylene-glycol free version of my Inner Glow gel blush and a Pressed Mineral Powder – I’m hoping to launch them in the summer or early fall.

Thank you Alison! Now, it’s your turn. ASK Alison anything and enter your comments below. You’ll be entered to win some great cosmetics from her line. FIVE WINNERS will be picked in two weeks.

Just do it and be pretty.

Natural plant extracts and Dead Sea minerals all make their appearance in this little green, almost cubist bottle. But there’s hardly any nauseating fragrance, and the skin is left moisturized as well as clean, which is a lot more than we can say for our drugstore soap we tried the other day.

Another product that wowed us from Kathy Ireland Skincare is the Mineral Scrub Mask ($19.99). It aims to shrink pores and all you have to do is to commit for 15 minutes per week (do you think you can handle that, commit-ment phobes?). They’ve even gone and milled Organic Peach Kernel to a fine powder to provide smooth as silk exfoliation. Okay, while the particles are not as fine as sand (you WILL feel them churn against your skin), the results are impressive.

Just go buy some, okay? You’ll thank me later.

There’s plenty of evidence out in the market that shows that while organic makeup may certainly be as popular as Santa Claus, the concept of a line that really and truly works is just that — a myth.

Vapour Organic Beauty is trying to shatter this evasive myth. The recently debuted organic makeup line offers everything from lipsticks, gloss, eyeshadow, foundation, shimmer sticks and lip conditioner.

I’ve been using the makeup pretty religiously for a few weeks now, and what I love about the formulas are the that they are exceptionally emollient yet richly pigmented. You’ll get a truly natural, believable color –and the doses are beautifully and chicly packed into travel-friendly sticks.

Atmosphere Luminous Foundation

This is a truly strong performer with great coverage and radiance. Not only does it cover up, it treats as well! The foundation is designed to even skin tone, diminish fine lines, and promote a healthy glow. $36.

Vapour Stratus Instant Skin Perfector

This is the first step in your regimen: it brightens, evens skin tone, and diminishes fine lines and wrinkles. It makes for a silky smooth primer. $44

Aura Multi Use Blush

This blush stick is subtle and gives a lovely glow to the cheeks. You can use it as a contour definer and even dab it on your lips. $28.

Vapour Elixir Lip Gloss

I cannot enough of this lip gloss. The texture, the feel, the hydration! Your lips are drenched in shine and they are moisturized and nourished by a team of anti-oxidants. The colors are gorgeous as well!

I’m wearing “Hypnotic”

I’m wearing “Twinkle”

Siren Lipstick

This is a richly tinted, hydrating powerhouse of a stick. It has no petroleum-based adhesives and the pigment is Va Va Voom worthy! $19.

I’m wearing “Siren Desire”

I’m wearing “Siren Ravish”

Vapour Mesmerize Eye Color in “”Storm”

A new take on eye color, Mesmerize eye sticks moisturize and gives your lids a sheer lovely wash. These sticks are so travel friendly too and I’m a bit addicted to them. $16.

I’m wearing the eyeshadow in “Mesmerize Storm”

The buck does not stop with these products here. Vapour Organic Beauty has so many other products to check out –BONUS. If you enter the code “Freelip-Butterfly” you get a FREE lip conditioner with any order. Offer expires August 24th.