Authentic Designer Shoes Bought For Less Online Probably Aren't

Christian Louboutin. Prada. Dior. Jimmy Choo.

Who doesn't love designer shoes!!

Of course, we all desire the real thing...authentic designer shoes. And many of us like to shop for them online and save some big bucks!

But, let's face some facts:

If you are shopping for real designer shoes on the internet.....watch out! Chances are, those Louboutins, just like the ones Jennifer Lopez wears, probably 'aren't'. In other words: theses are knock-offs from China.

Baby, those ain't the real deal!

Says who?

We saw an interesting segment on Good Morning America earlier today. And what we learned, is that those sexy Christian Louboutin pumps might look like the real deal on the shopping website. But when the shoes you purchased, arrive in the mail, well, the merchandise might not look as appealing. A snakeskin pump might look far too shiny to even mimic an authentic pair. Or the signature red sole of a Louboutin might reveal a bumpy texture, instead of the authentic smooth-as-silk red sole.

GMA's press release on the fake designer shoes:

"Buyers beware! In an age where billions of dollars are spent online on shoes each year, the counterfeit market has picked up on the trend. Fake Christian Louboutin and other top designer shoes are being sold for hundreds of dollars online as the real deal -- even though they are fake replicas from China.".

Maybe you don't mind, and still feel that the average eye cannot determine the real ones from the fake ones. Maybe so, but when you're shelling out $700 for a pair of authentic designer shoes online, well, you would hope you are getting the real deal.

Sadly, more often than not, these shoes probably 'aren't.' And it's so hard to protect yourself from buying an expensive fake replica, that we can't even tell you which online shoe shopping sites are the bad ones. There are so many out there.

Our advice....save your hard-earned $$$. And when you can really afford a pair of beautiful and flawless Louboutins, you'll know it, and head to a 'real store' that sells authentic designer shoes, that you can examine and try on in person.

Vanessa Hudgens Goes Exotic With Henna Tattoo And Red Hot Nails

We all love studying every fashionable inch of our favorite Hollywood celebrities.

Let's look at vivacious Vanessa Hudgens today (photos 2+3). Check out the young starlet's exotic henna tattoo on her palm and her red-hot nails at last night's movie premiere of Charlie St. Cloud.

It's called Mehndi, which is an ancient Indian body art. Check out the top photo. The detail is incredible. You can't take your eyes away.

And we love this sexy and temporary body accessory, because it's done with henna paste. No commitment. No needles. No stinging. Just an exotic, and in this case, red tattoo, that gently fades away within one to four weeks.

We learned that Mehndi is used to create beautifully intricate, ethnic designs and exotic patterns in red or black on different parts of the body. However, the tradition commonly features application to the hands and feet of ladies preparing for special ceremonies.

Hmmm....Vanessa Hudgens.....you wouldn't be planning a secret engagement/wedding to your hunky Zac Efron, now, would you?!

Madonna used to flash us some Mehndi back in the day. Remember?

Maybe there's a spa or salon near you, that offers this exotic body adornment. We are going to have this done, one of these days. How about you?

Jennifer Aniston Launches New Fragrance Lolavie

Now, fragrance by Jennifer Aniston.

Well, why not? Plenty of beloved celebrities have their signature fragrance, and some in multiples. Mariah. Sarah Jessica Parker. Beyonce. Britney Spears. Halle Berry. Jennifer Lopez. And the list goes on.

Next Wednesday, you will see the pretty actress in London at Harrod's dept. store exclusively launching her new perfume, called Lolavie, which we are told, means, 'Laughing at life,' in French.

And laughing all the way to the bank. You, go, Jennifer Aniston!

Lolavie by Jennifer Aniston has been described by some as, 'a gentle floral.'. And this is how the Friends star explains the scent to Women's Wear Daily:

"I want people to go, ‘What is that? You smell great!’ But most of all, I wanted it to smell natural."

Actually, here's what's in Lolavie: A floral fragrance which includes rose, wild violet and Amazon lily, dries down to a woody aroma of musk, golden amber and sandalwood.

Jennifer Aniston went on to explain, that the entire fragrance development was more than just attaching her name to the label:

"It's been a year-and-a-half journey," she says. "I'd been asked to do things before, and it never felt organic. But when Leon [Falic, the president of Falic Fashion Group] approached me to be involved with the process from inception to fruition, I thought, 'This could be a creative expression.' And it's turned out to be an extension of myself as opposed to slapping my name on something."

We're told that a bottle of Lolavie by Jennifer Aniston will start at $47.

Interesting how the premiere of Lolavie coincides with the new Angelina Jolie movie premiere, Salt.

PETA Furious Over New Face Of Fur For BlackGlama

PETA. Fur. Oh, boy! We don't want to be anywhere near this one, when the fur hits the fan, so to speak.

Janet Jackson has become the new face for BlackGlama Furs. There she is, posing in luxurious black mink with her new, short-cropped do. Her sexy ad campaign photos will hit all the big targets this September. Places like the huge Times Square billboard. In major fashion magazines like Vogue. W. Harper's Bazaar.

And the animal rights folks like PETA, are furious with Janet Jackson, BlackGlama's new face of fur. She, on the other hand, has not addressed the PETA people, thus far, but she is talking about the glam company she's in.

The 44-year-old Jackson is so excited to join the long list of BlackGlama'a famous fur cover girl beauties: Sophia Loren. Catherine Denueve, Linda Evangelista. Liza Minnelli. Diana Ross. Cindy Crawford. Lena Horner.. And others, for 4 decades of BlackGlama ads.

"If someone would have told me later in life that I would be alongside such legendary entertainers, I would have never believed it," Janet Jackson

says.

But PETA is not impressed with any list of famous folks who would slip into a fur coat and promote the beauty of wearing an animal's skin.

"You told me that you were always aggravated at photo shoots when stylists would try to throw fur on you and that you were even wary of wearing fake fur out of concern that it might actually be real or look real in photos and send the wrong message,"

PETA Senior Vice President Dan Matthews wrote to Janet Jackson in a letter obtained by Black Voices. "You were very straightforward and sensible about it. What happened?"

Meantime, PETA already has their own new anti-fur campaign ad featuring the ultimate sexy gal, Pam Anderson. Sure, it's very provocative, and apparently too much so, for Canada, where the new PETA ad has been banned.

By the way, Pam Anderson is a Vancouver, British Columbia native. And she and PETA find the whole ad banning matter to be that of sexism, rather than too sexy.

"In a city that is known for exotic dancing and for being progressive and edgy, how sad that a woman would be banned from using her own body in the political protest over the suffering of cows and chickens," Anderson said in a statement. "In some parts of the world women are forced to cover their whole bodies with burkas -- is that next? I didn't think Canada would be so puritanical."

Ouch! We're staying out of this one. We hope Janet Jackson knows how to duck, because we're certain the fur will be flying come September.

Whiten Teeth While Traveling On Vacation With No Rinse Go Smile System

A bright, white smile. Nothing looks better than that, with a sexy tan.

And now you can whiten your smile as you travel on vacation. We like these pocket-friendly, travel-friendly little ampoules of hydrogen peroxide by the Go Smile Teeth Whitening System $89/20, at ulta.com.

How are these for tasty teeth whiteners: In Watermelon Mint, Fresh Mint, and Green Apple. Yummy!

Forget those clumsy, never-fit-right dental strips. The Go Smile Teeth Whitening Ampoules help you maintain your gorgeous, white, mega-watt smile!

Here's how it works:
"Other tooth whiteners may whiten your teeth, but do nothing to keep them white. GO SMiLE® makes it easy to keep your teeth looking fresh and bright, every day.Touch Up® ampoules help keep your smile brilliant, anytime, anywhere. These Smile Perfecting Ampoules contain daily-use level of hydrogen peroxide, combined with deliciously refreshing burst of flavor. Use them as
part of your daily routine, like a “mid-day brush!”
Flip, Pop, Touch Up!™".

These delicious fluoride toothpastes are made with special ingredients to polish off surface stains and help keep your smile white, with luxurious natural extracts.

The best part? No rinsing...just a rapid dissolving formula. So you can whiten on the go!

Click here for more details.

Havaianas---The Ultimate Flip-Flops That J.Lo Adores

Havaianas Flip-Flops. Even J/Lo loves them. And the Brazilian shoe, which shares a cult following, is a super choice to wear when you're beaching, strolling, or just hanging out this summer.

What's so amazing about these flip-flops that has rock stars, celebrities, models, and athletes, all running to get a pair?!

They're like butta. Ha! Actually, the Havaianas company likes to brag, that their flip-flops are made of 100% butter-soft rubber that molds comfortably to your feet. "They are considered to be the finest rubber flip flop in the world thanks to a secret rubber formula that promises they will be the most comfortable flip flop you will ever own!"

Jennifer Lopez has great style, all the way down to her pretty toes. So we trust the sexy singer on this one.

Her fave pair she'll be wearing this summer:

The Black Jeweled Havaianas Flip-Flops ($148, havaianasus.com).

"I like the flat beachy ones with all of the crystal bedazzling," J.Lo says. She means the Havaianas Rubber and Swarovski Crystals.

Great choice, Jennifer. They're quite an elegant, sexy pair of flip-flops. We have seen these flip-flops in person, and yes, the crystals do sparkle like **diamonds**!!

Get Beautiful Bare Bikini Skin With Hair Inhibitor Moisturizer

Bare skin. We show plenty of it in the scorching summer days. But trying to keep up with smooth, hairless skin isn't easy.

If you can afford it, waxing is the best way to remove unwanted hair on the body and even a stray hair or two on the face. You really get smooth skin instantly. And those bothersome, little hairs, take longer to grow back again.But most of us shave with a razor. It's the cheapest way to get rid of body hair.

But you can also slow-wwww down hair growth with a unique beauty product called Completely Smooth for Body ($42, at completelybare.com.

So, what does Completely Smooth do??

It's what you call, a hair inhibitor. Aha! The formula includes the plant extract Capi-slow, and does exactly what the name says. The moisturizer slow-wwwws down hair growth between waxing, shaving, or laser hair removal treatments.

According to the website, Completely Smooth for Body is quite effective:
"It is clinically proven to visibly diminish hair texture by up to 55%, density by up to 50% and length by up to 30%. Apply the formula, twice a day, over the areas where you would like to reduce the growth of hair and watch as hair comes in finer and smoother".

Completely Bare sells a bunch of smooth, bare skin products.

Show your bikini body some love. With this darn heat wave going on and on, bare skin is definitely in.

How Many Bras Does A Gal Really Need? We Can Help

Bras. Most of us seem to need them. And comfort is key when it comes to wearing one.

Did you know that the most popular bra size here in the U.S. is a 36C?! Hmmm, well, we certainly got robbed.

We've always wondered, exactly how many bras does a gal need?. We'll get to that one, in a moment.

First, we already know that a nude or skin-tone bra is a life-saver, because it can almost disappear under even a slightly sheer white top. But then again, no two complexions are the same. So, how do you find the perfect nude bra?

Right here. It's called, My Skins bras. And these bras come in 20 different flesh tone shades. Simply, hold the My Skins special cut-out color card against the middle of your bosom, and select the closest hue.

As far as buying bras, the experts suggest, that at the least, a woman should own 3-5 everyday bras. That's what fit expert for Vanity Fair, Tiffany Aschenbrenner says. You also need a high-impact sports bra and a convertible strapless number for special occasions, she adds.

The smart thing to do, is rotate the bras throughout the week. "This will minimize stretch and extend a bra's life from regular wear and tear," Tiffany told InStyle magazine.

When it comes to caring for bras, we've been told that hand-washing is better than machine-washing.

And the best stuff to wash your bras with? Don't laugh. We heard from another expert, that a mild shampoo is great for cleaning bras.

A Little Body Bling And Natural Glow Help Make Legs Look Slimmer

Ladies...let's face it. We all want slimmer, more toned-looking legs. And since it's summer, and our legs see a lot of action out and about, we thought we would explore the world of bronzing lotions and beauty products that give your legs a healthy glow.

Need a little more bling? Jennifer Lopez is always wearing some. And why not? Her fave makeup artist, Scott Barnes, created a super bronzing lotion called Body Bling ($38, scottbarnes.com).

This little bronzer can give you flawless, glowing legs with a quick smooth application. And Scott Barnes is big on bronzers. He also makes some great ones for the face, as well.

The experts suggest always applying these bronzers or natural 'tanners' in a circular motion to prevent streaking. Great advice.


Next, we have one of our go-to-beauty products for long, lean legs. It's Sally Hansen's Airbrush Legs ($13.99, at drugstores).

We like to think of Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs as spray-on pantyhose. It comes in 4 blendable shades: light glow. medium glow. tan glow. deep glow.

The spray won't cover imperfections like spider veins completely, but the beauty product does minimize bothersome leg issues. Plus the formula is water-resistant, weightless, and moisturizing with Vitamin K.

We have used the spray in medium glow. It gives a lovely sheen with a nice shade of a light tan. The color is pretty. It isn't an orange streaky hue.

We also hear many women raving about Jergen's New Natural Glow Firming Moisturizer ($9, at drugstores). This formula will slowly build up a natural-looking glow for your legs and other parts of your body.

And an added benefit, says Jergens....their firming lotion is also, "clinically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite in as little as 7 days>"

Now, that's wonderful news. Lightly tanned, glowing legs that look slimmer, toned, and without cellulite! Sounds super to us.

Refreshing Body Sprays Make Sense On Very Hazy Hot Humid Days

Refreshing body sprays! A lot cheaper than your favorite perfume or cologne.

When it's hazy, hot, and humid for several days in a row now, you want to smell pretty and cool, and the best way to do that, is with a wonderful, intoxicating body spray. Just pop a bottle in the fridge, and when you need a lovely spritz or two, you will really enjoy the feeling.

Victoria's Secret has some of the best body sprays out there, especially from their Secret Garden Collection. One of their most popular, is Victoria's Secret Body Mist in Love Spell.

Beautiful Indian actress Freida Pinto is very taken with Love Spell. "The scent is very soothing. I spritz it on my neck and forearms," she says.

Most body sprays or body mists have sweet, fruity aromas. And in this case, Love Spell is a rich blend of peach, cherry blossom and white jasmine. A soothing mist, with moisturizing Aloe Vera and calming Chamomile. It will leave your skin kissed with softness and a sensuous scent. Mist on after shower or bath. Or in our case, spritz on before and after going out into the scorching heat wave!

Trust us, refrigerating your favorite body spray makes a big difference. You will feel so cool and calm.

Victoria's Secret has so many yummy body mists to choose from. And at $9 for a good-sized bottle (8.4 fl oz), you'd be a fool, not to pick up a few.

VS Secret Garden Collection here.

Skin Serum Bio-Oil: Bunch Of Baloney Or Does It Heal?

Bio-Oil.

You've probably heard about this popular and inexpensive skin serum for quite some time now. The beauty product has been designed for improving the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and uneven skin tone, aging and dry skin.

The Bio-Oil company boasts about its special formula, which includes PurCellin Oil. This ingredient is related to the oil from a duck's gland. No kidding. PurCellin Oil supposedly helps targeted absorption into the skin. Oil from a duck's gland?!! Is this a bunch of baloney? Or has Bio-Oil really tapped into the fountain of youth?!

According to the Bio-Oil people, this is how the duck oil figures into the beauty formulation:
PurCellin Oil is a recreation of the preen gland oil of ducks. "During preening, a duck secretes oil from its preen gland and distributes it over its entire plumage in the familiar twisted-neck action that one often associates with ducks. This oil creates a thin, non-greasy layer on the surface of the feathers without which water would not pearl off and the bird would struggle to swim. This ingredient acts as a delivery system for Bio-Oil's other ingredients, improving spreadability and allowing for targeted absorption into the skin."

Bio-Oil is supposed to work wonders on stretch marks, and the testimonials we have read, indicate, that the stuff lessens the purple/red marks and softens their overall appearance.

The product is quite inexpensive at just $11.99 for a 2 fl. oz. bottle that goes a long way. And it's available at your neighborhood drugstore.

Check out fans of the product here.

Celebrities Like Kelly Ripa: Scary Skinny Or Just Perfect?

Scary skinny.......or just perfect?!

The debate continues for superstar celebrities like daytime TV's Kelly Ripa.

We know that the cute and popular celebrity works out like crazy and watches what she eats. And at age 37, and a terrific mom of 3, with a hectic schedule, some would say that Kelly Ripa looks darn amazing, with very little body fat.

But is she too thin?? Some call her skeletal, emaciated, anorexic, and not a good role model for young women. Television adds 10-15 lbs., so Kelly Ripa must be even tinier in person.

Kelly's been sculpting her body over for a few years now. We know that she admired Madonna's ripped arms, and wanted a pair just like them. And now, you can catch her on Regis and Kelly going sleeveless often. She is proud of her muscle tone.

But we just caught a glimpse of the star photographed last Tuesday, out and about with two of her children, Joaquin and Lola. And well, she looked extremely thin. In fact, little Lola's legs appeared to be even bigger than mom, Kelly's.

Are we being too harsh on this major celebrity? We know a number of men who find Kelly Ripa to be 'just perfect.' They love her fit body and don't mind her minimal curves. We also find plenty of websites that celebrate Kelly Ripa's ultra skinny silhouette, websites that young girls flock to, to learn her dieting and exercise tips. We're just not sure, that most young girls are using sound diets tips to get there. In other words, do such celebrity bodies like Kelly Ripa's encourage a healthy lifestyle or one that encourages a possible eating disorder.

This is what Kelly Ripa told Fitness Magazine last February:

A lot of women think if they didn't exercise in their 20s, there's no way they can start at 35 or 40. You've done it. What's the secret?
KR: I was the same way about exercise. I didn't do it in my 20s and I was like, it's too late to start now. I figured, I work in an industry where there's a stylist and a makeup artist -- they'll make me look fine. But I began feeling tired -- just playing in the park with my kids wore me down. I thought, "Geez, I'm kind of young to be feeling this way." So I started walking on a treadmill. Then I started jogging on a treadmill. Then I began jogging outside. Now I'm running outside, three to five miles, and taking toning classes.
At what point did you notice changes in how your body looked?
KR: A month or two after I started working out, I wore a sleeveless turtleneck to work. Regis was like, "Ripa, your arm muscles look incredible!" It was the first time anybody had ever said anything to me about my muscles. And because I am a vain person, that's all I needed to hear to stay with it."

Scary Skinny.....or just perfect? You decide.

It's All About The Straw When It Comes To Beautiful Beach Bags

Beach bags. When it comes to packing up all your stuff for those hot, fun days in the sun, you'll want the right bag to bring down to the sand.

No. You wouldn't tote along a leather bag, now would you?! Of course not. We think straw is the best material for your summer beach bags.

Why? Straw looks like summer It's beach-ready. Plus, it's light and yet, very durable.

Here are 3 favorite straw beach bags we found:

1. Old Navy Multi-colored Straw Tote ($19.50). Top photo. This adorable and big, roomy straw bag, at 17"L x 7"W x 13"H with a 7" strap drop, is constructed well. We like the double straps and lined interior. The bag comes in 3 shades. We chose to show you the neutral, because, some women don't always want a bold block of color. But for those who want to shake things up, this straw tote also comes in gorgeous Warm Floral and Cool. Take a look here.

2. Newport News also features an array of vibrant straw beach bags at very affordable prices. We chose this vibrant Colorblocked Straw Tote Bag ($19.00). Photo 2. This medium-sized bag will get you noticed with its sassy colorblocked style. The straw tote bag has handy, cutout silvertone metal handles. One inside slip pocket. Fully lined. It also comes in Blue multi. And Newport News also offers more straw tote bags in different styles.

3. We also adore this cute, preppy style Straw Tote Bag by Straw Studios ($54, Free shipping). Photo 3. We are loving the nautical look, which is really hot this summer. Very beautifully made in woven straw with colorful topstitch-accented trim, rope handles, and an adorable anchor embroidered on the front. Its zippered entry provides added security. Dimensions: 12" high
21" wide. 7.75" deep. And a 6.25" shoulder drop. Check out more styles at their website.

Let's face it, ladies......We know you need to stuff the right stuff into your beach bags...like sunscreen, bottles of water, a compact, tinted moisturizer, lip balm, and more. But you also want to tote around a fine-looking summer straw beach bag. So let's walk around in style!

Wendy's Launches New Salad Line Today With Dressing Maker Marzetti

Wendy's wants you to know, that their brand new salad line is a lot more than some crispy iceburg lettuce.

Starting today, you can pick up a new Wendy's salad for $5.99. There are four delicious ones to try......from a BLT Cobb to an Apple Pecan Chicken. And nestled in among the iceburg, you will find these nutritious 'green's: spinach, red and green chard, and red and green romaine..

And what tops this new salad in a very tasty way, is the addition of the special salad dressing. Wendy's has teamed up with well-known dressing maker Marzetti.. New flavors like: avocado ranch and pomegranate vinaigrette. Yummy!

Here are the 4 totally re-invented salads from the Wendy's Garden Sensations line:

1. Apple Pecan Chicken Salad.....with tender grilled chicken and real blue cheese crumbles mixed with fresh, hand picked apples and sweet cranberries.

2. Baja Salad.....Wendy's famous meaty chili on a bed of 11 greens served with spicy guacamole and a red jalapeno dressing with seasoned tortilla strips.

3. Spicy Chicken Caesar Salad.....Classic Caesar with a zing, including grape tomatoes, shaved asiago cheese, and a natural lemon-garlic dressing over French bread croutons.

4. BLT Cobb Salad.....flavored with applewood smoked bacon with blue cheese and tender, center-cut chicken served with a Marzetti avocado ranch dressing.

Wendy's has not yet provided the caloric information on these new salads at their website. We could only find the stats for their previous Garden Sensations line.

But we really approve of the size and depth of these new salads. These are not side dishes, but full meals. And we give salads the thumbs up, because you can watch calories, but still enjoy a delicious meal.

And sure, you can probably make a much better salad entree at home, but for a quick, fast-food meal on-the-go, you shouldn't overlook Wendy's new salad line.

Forever 21 Fashions And Accessories For Summer Fashionista Fun

Forever 21. We've talked about this store before, and now we're doing it again.

What's the big deal? Well. it's rather simple......there are tons of bargains at Forever 21 stores and here online. For the fashionista on a budget, the store has a lot to offer.

We wish we could find the quote Eva Longoria Parker once gave to InStyle magazine, when she said that shopping at Forever 21 was, " a guilty pleasure." Every gal loves a bargain, and Miss Eva is no exception. Lots of celebrities enjoy picking up inexpensive fashions at Forever 21. From sunglasses to tops, shorts, swimwear, jewelry, to pocketbooks and hats, and so much more.

Look at the pretty pieces we found, in just a few minutes as we stopped by Forever21.com:

1. Navy Beaded Mock Wrap Top ($16.90).

2. Sweet Ruffle Trim Fedora ($9.80).

3. Suedette Interlocked Sandals ($16.80).

4. Ball Fringe Lace Scarf ($6.80).

5. Sunglasses ($5.80).

Tips To Avoid Makeup Melt-down In Hazy Hot Humid Weather

Makeup melt-down. If it hasn't happened to you yet, consider yourself lucky.

But for the rest of us, who have opened up our makeup bags on a hazy, hot, and humid day only to find melted eye pencils, gooey mascara, and mushy lipstick, it isn't a pretty scene.

Since a major part of the country is sweltering in 95-100 degree muggy temps for the rest of the week, we thought we would share a few key beauty tips to avoid makeup melt-down.

Ladies....the refrigerator is your new makeup BFF. Oh, yeah. You can store your foundations, eye makeup, lipsticks, glosses, and balms in the fridge. The best way, is to take a Ziploc bag and dump your makeup in one, and then place in the cool refrigerator, or even the freezer, if you need your beauty essentials firm and ready for application in a few minutes.

Here's an example.....we took out our brow and eye pencils this morning, and tried to sharpen them for use. Well, duh...it's was already 85 degrees when we were starting to put on our makeup. The pencils melted and 'smooshed' inside our eye pencil sharpener Yuck....when you need to be somewhere and your makeup isn't co-operating.

We ran downstairs and popped the brow and eye pencils into the freezer for 10 minutes. Went back up and the pencils were firm enough for sharpening and application.

We should have kept all the makeup in the fridge overnight, and we wouldn't have had a makeup meltdown.

You get a nice, cool sensation, applying makeup that has just come out of the fridge. Foundation glides on smoothly. And lip balms and lipsticks feel so refreshing on a hazy, hot, and humid day.

1. DON'T wear heavy eyeshadows on sweltering summer days, unless you apply a powder underneath or a good primer. Creases can develop quickly on triple H days.

2. DON'T leave makeup in the car on very hot days. You'll ruin a bag of your go-to beauty essentials, because they will melt, and very rapidly.

3. GO EASY on the makeup when you're spending a day in the sun. A decent tinted moisturizer looks polished and pretty, along with a lip balm with an SPF. And don't ever forget the sunscreen to layer on top.

4. WATERPROOF makeup can really help, too, especially, if your fun involves pools, lakes, beaches, and swimming. Waterproof mascara really works!

5. SPLASH on a fragrant body spray when you need a super, cool pick-me-up. Keep ready in the fridge at all times. We wouldn't chance a pricey fragrance sitting in the fridge, but an inexpensive body spray will work just as well.

6. POWDER...it does a girl good. Mineral makeup is a wise choice if you really want to keep away from heavier foundations and blushes. Powder your nose and try oil-blotting sheets to keep the greasies away.

Girls Go Goo-Goo Over Lady Gaga Circle Contact Lenses

Goo-goo over Gaga. We knew this would happen sooner or later.

Actually, we love what this bizarre beauty trend does to make eyes look enormous and pretty, but at what cost?

The trend has been popular for several months now, and has generated even more major buzz with Lady Gaga's new 'Bad Romance' music video. And her wide-eyed look there, might have been computer-enhanced, rather than the result of wearing circle contact lenses. (See Gaga photo).

The trend did not originate here. Wearing circle contacts is popular in Japanese anime and in high schools across South Korea, Japan, and Singapore. Circle lenses are unique, in that they make the eyes appear bigger because they cover not just the iris, as regular contact lenses do, but also part of the whites.

Teenage girls and college students have been able to easily buy a batch of these colored circle contacts all over the internet illegally, for about $20-$30 a pair. This has eye experts seeing red, so to speak. And popular YouTube videos are showing up everywhere with demos on how to put these circle contacts in. Makeup artist Michelle Phan has a super how-to get the doll-like Lady Gaga look. Click here. By the way, Michelle's YouTube video has had more than 9.6 million views.

Here in the United States, it is illegal to sell contact lenses without a prescription, and no major maker of contact lenses in the U.S., at the moment, is selling circle contact lenses. Doctors fear, that girls are buying lenses that have not been fitted properly, and risk eye infection, along with damaged corneas.

Are you going goo-goo over Gaga's bizarre beauty trend?? If so, please be very careful where you buy these circle contact lenses. We're not sure the doll-like look is worth the risk of injury, infection, or in some cases, blindness.

Pop These Five Pills And Stay Young Forever, Well, At Least Increase Your Odds

We know a few folks who pop lots of healthy pills each day. We are also friends with some, who only take a multi-vitamin with their orange juice. And even several others, who don't pop any pills. And we're talking about vitamins and supplements.

So who's following the correct procedure to stay beautiful on the inside?

Let's be honest.....those who are popping tons of supplements don't really look any healthier to us, than those popping zero pills.

But if you really want to replenish the beauty from inside, then here are 5 'magic' pills that will help you stay young forever. Or for a really long time.

Dr. Michael Roizen, co-author of the popular book, You: Staying Young, has the daily dose for a more beautiful you:

1. One multi-vitamin. And for maximum absorption, take half of this pill at breakfast, and the other half at dinner.

2. 600 mg. of DHA/omega-3 fatty acid, better known as a fish oil pill. Great for brain function.

3. 1,000 units of Vitamin D for bone health and a healthy heart.

4. 600 mg. of calcium for bones. Fight back against osteoporosis!

5. And 200 mg. of magnesium to get rid of the bloat and constipation that can result in taking the calcium pill.

There you go. Does it really work? Well, we know a lovely women who just turned 88-years-old. She looks darn good and she takes 4 of the pills, except for the magnesium. She's not worried about the bloating problem. And her doctor says she's in tip-top shape.

Laura Linney Shows Off Super Toned Arms And Shows You How To Get Them

Laura Linney. Not only is she a wonderful actress, but take a look at her super toned arms. Ladies, Laura Linney is 46-years-old! And there she is on the August cover of Prevention magazine.

So, how does the 3-time emmy winning beauty keep that fab, show-off, sleeveless baring body?

Through a sensible diet that does not include too much meat and a solid exercise program, Laura has been able to stay fit and show off those fab arms.

Laura explains her easy fitness tips to Prevention magazine:

1. Push-Ups. After 2 months, Laura was adding this basic and effective routine to her work-outs. And she can now do three or four sets of 12-to-15 push-ups easily.

2. Plank Pose (Yoga). We didn't even know what this one was, but check out the photo above. No, you don't have to bend your body like a pretzel to achieve this pose. Hold each plank for 30 seconds. This one targets your core muscles.

1. Begin on your hands and knees, with hands directly under shoulders, keep knees under hips. 2. Move feet back until the legs are straight and you’re balancing on your toes, feet together. 3. Keep the shoulders pulled back and down, with arms straight. 4. Don't let belly sag--contract muscles. This is the Plank Pose.

We like these 2 simple exercises. You don't need a fancy gym or expensive equipment. Patience and hard work will get you there. And your arms will thank you.

From Copper To Cherry To Auburn--Red Hair Is Celebrity Hot

Red hair. It is so beautiful and can turn all heads in a crowded room.

But here's an important Beauty Tip Today, from master colorist and celebrity stylist, Kim Vo. We asked him this:

Which head of hair poses the biggest challenges for coloring---blonde, brunette, black, or red?

Kim Vo: "The biggest challenge are reds. The red color molecule is the smallest of all colors. It's like a tropical rainstorm. It's tempest and dramatic at first and then quickly fades."

But the beautiful hair risks don't seem to be stopping sexy celebs like: Rihanna. Eva Longoria. Kristen Stewart. Christina Aguilera. They've all headed into the red zone.

And some are much bolder than the rest. Just look at beauty chameleon Rihanna. She's lovin' her cherry red do. Ah, we're not liking it, but the singer is always changing it up, is fearless when it comes to bizarre beauty trends, and she's very young. Although it hurts to do it....we are giving Rihanna the thumbs up! We can only imagine the endless trips to the salon to keep the scarlett shade fresh and strong.

Eva Longoria surprised us, when she showed up to debut a new line of refrigerators. Yeah, that's right. The Desperate Housewives star wowed her fans in a plum-colored dress with wavy auburn locks, as she launched the new LG combi fridge at the San Miguel market in Madrid, Spain.

And then there's Kristen Stewart. We're all used to seeing the young actress with raven hair. But not any longer. Kristen lightened up her hair and softened her looks, by adding some pretty copper highlights. And just in time for the important premiere for the brand new Twilight Eclipse movie in New York City last Monday night.

Always blonde Christina Aguilera, has also gone the strawberry/copper route. Not sure if hers include hair extensions. She has been busy filming Burlesque with Cher and Stanley Tucci, so it might be for her movie role.

Red hair is lots of fun and gets you tons of attention. The maintenance isn't easy, that's why your stylist will become your new BFF. Just remember, that skin tone means everything:

Kim Vo: "Skin tone is the most important factor in deciding your perfect color. It takes a professional eye to determine, but for a simple read, use the veins on your wrist. If your veins are blue, warm tones like chestnut and auburn tones are for you. If your veins are more green, caramel and golden hues will compliment you. If your veins are blue/green, then warm and cool tones can be added seamlessly. "