Celebrity Trainer Keeps A-Listers Fit With Fab Fruit

We happen to adore this celebrity trainer, because he seems to make sense out of diets and exercise. He works you hard, but then again, he seems to keep his patience, and above all, he's fair.

We don't know Harley Pasternak personally, but we WISH he could be our trainer.

And if you think we're just padding his resume with a lot of fluff, just take a look at a few of his famous clients:

Jennifer Hudson. Alicia Keys. Megan Fox. Orlando Bloom. Kanye West. LL Cool J. Rick Fox. Halle Berry. Katy Perry. Miley Cyrus. And the A-list list goes on and on.....

Today, Harley Pasternak has a super diet beauty tip, one that's easy to follow and does a body good. He talked to People.com about some fab fruit. He suggests that not every fruit is the same when it comes to great nutrition:

"That's why my golden rule with fruits is to choose the ones that have either edible skin or edible seeds. Fruits like apples, peaches, plums, apricots, cherries and pears are just a few great examples of fruits with edible skin. Raspberries, strawberries, blackberries and kiwis are example of fruits with edible seeds."

And he goes on to semi-reject these:

"The fruits that I prefer to minimize (not eliminate – there are no "bad fruits"), are primarily tropical fruits like bananas, mango, papaya and pineapple. These fruits, not surprisingly, are higher in calories and sugar, and are lower in fiber than ones with edible skin and/or seeds or citrus fruits.

Oh, Harley....Please don't take our pineapple away!

We think these are wonderful diet tips. People seem to enjoy a lot of fruit in the summer months, and it's interesting to see which fruits are more diet-fab than the others.

Vera Wang Debuts New Tween Line: From $16-$98!

Now, we're talking, Vera Wang!

If you have a child or teen and looking for some nice new clothes, then check out Princess Vera Wang at your neighborhood Kohl's department store.

And if you can fit into junior size fashions, then you could pick up some of these great, affordable Vera Wang pieces.

The style icon is launching her new tween line. And the entire collection sells for less than $100! The line starts at $16. Not bad!

"It was important to me that the Princess Vera Wang collection be versatile and speak to a new generation of young women, giving them the freedom to express their unique sense of personal style," the fashion designer stated in a press release.

Vera Wang's two young daughters, Cecilia and Josephine, reportedly gave their mom some cool tween advice regarding the new Princess Vera Wang boho-chic collection for Kohl's.

Check out the Princess Vera Wang line at Kohls.com.

NJ Housewife Jacqueline Laurita Likes This Cosmetic Treatment To Stay Young

If you're a fan of the Real Housewives of New Jersey, and you know you are....then you've noticed Jacqueline Laurita looking especially lovely this season. Even Bravo's Andy Cohen recently asked the 42-year-old youthful mom about the cosmetic procedures she's had done to keep her looking so wrinkle-free. Fans have been wondering if Jacqueline went under the knife for a facelift.

She told him it was, ultherapy.

Huh?

The next day, she went on her website to explain the treatment:

"I decided to do Ultherapy when I noticed my neck not firming up the way I wanted it to after my weight loss from my 55 lb. weight gain during my pregnancy. I’m 42 years old, so I’m sure my age has something to do with my lack of elasticity … Ultherapy for the face and neck actually improves the skin from the inside out by repairing and strengthening existing collagen while naturally stimulating new collagen development."

In simplest terms, ultherapy lifts, tightens and tones the skin of the face and neck. It's an outpatient treatment.

We did a little more research on the ultherapy procedure, and found on RealSelf.com, that it can be quite painful. However, it can't be that brutal a treatment, because 79% of RealSelf reviewers gave ultherapy a 'worth it rating.'

So, what's it all about?

During ultherapy treatment, ultra-sound energy in the form of gentle heat, is applied to the tissue to lift and tighten loose skin without cutting or injecting, etc. Ultherapy stimulates new collagen production. In a mere 30-60 minutes, your body’s own healing responses will be reminded to gently and gradually restore skin and underlying tissue.

"While it's not a replacement for a surgical face or eye lift, patients appreciate that the process is non-surgical. Once they understand that the results rely on the natural rebuilding of their collagen fiber network within the skin, they also realize that the effects take place naturally and gradually," says Daniel C Mills, MD of the Monarch Bay Laser, Laguna Beach, Calfornia.

According to RealSelf, the average cost of an ultherapy treatment is 2,625.

Wicked Winged Out Liner: How To Get Your Line On!

Let's face it....Cat eyes are once again making their flirty debut on the fall runways.

We like a bold, sexy eye, because it doesn't require such picky touch-ups like those strong red Gwen Stefani lips. How does girlfriend keep her crimson pout so flawless?!

Today, we don't have to worry about the lips. Instead, the cat eyes are all you need to capture that classy, timeless, and yes, modern look.

If you're a bit shy about too wild a look, then you could draw on a more delicate wing. But if you want that edgy line, then you need to go heavy and liquid liner is your best friend. That, and a little primer on the eyelids BEFORE you begin your winged out journey.

We are looking at Estee Lauder's new Violet Underground Makeup collection for Fall 2012. There you will find the Estée Lauder Pure Color Quick-Thick Eyeliner ($22, at fine dept. stores and esteelauder.com.

This is a super precision magic marker-type liquid liner for defining eyes to perfection in shade,Punker Black.

It takes a lot of practice to extend your line and wing it up and out, but the final results are gorgeous! Arm yourself with some Q-Tips for that perfect mop-up until you achieve the ultimate pair of cat eyes. Meow!

Make Mine Chambray: Classic Button-Down Denim Shirt Hot!

You don't have to be a true fashionista like Alexa Chung to know that a chambray shirt is hot stuff for Fall 2012.

Most of us know it as a classic denim shirt. The chambray means it's from washed denim---nice, soft, and very comfortable. And the look is getting a head-start this summer. The tomboy denim work shirt is all over the place---on models, actresses, and on the street.

You can dress the chambray shirt up or down---with leather, skinny jeans, skirts, even over your bikini.

Here are a couple we hunted down:

1. The Long-Sleeve Chambray Shirt by Land's End ($50, at LandsEnd). A great classic in light indigo chambray. Sizes XXS - L. Lightweight. Adjustable cuffs. Pockets.

2. Chambray Western Shirt by American Eagle Outfitters (%39.95, at AmericanEagle). In blue with 2 button-flap chest pockets, in soft chambray cotton. With a traditional shirt-tail hem.

These are good, strong shirts in a lightweight chambray fabric. Worth the cost. And great to slip into Fall.

Kim K Dressing Down And Demure For Kanye: Makeover Or Not?!

Is it us, or has Kim Kardashian removed her super-long hair extensions, heavy eyeliner, false lashes, cleavage, mini dresses, flashy jewelry, and all that, for her reported steady beau, Kanye?

Is this a makeover in more ways than one for the sexy reality star?

Ever since Kim K's ill-fated nuptials to Kris Humphries last August lasted a mere 72 days, the most famous Kardashian of them all, has been trying hard to win back the public's trust and admiration, and what better way to make a comeback, than with a famous new boyfriend, a classy, sophisticated new appearance, and new well-respected Hollywood pals to be seen with like JayZ and Beyonce.

Just look at the photos. The first 3 show the reality star in white, with Kanye in conservative pants ensemble, and another white, tight, but actually polished piece.

The photo with Reggie Bush, a former beau, shows Kim in a glam, low-cut mini, and the bottom photo shows the celebrity with former husband Kris Humphries in a playful, sexy mini dress, along with hair extensions and makeup to the nines.

What do you think? Is this Kanye's influence over Kim? Well, he is a fashion designer in his own right. Or is this Kim's publicist's doing?

Kim Kardashian looks so sad these days in recent photos. Some tabloids have even gone so far to say she looks different, as if the supposed filler in her cheeks has been delated. Her eye makeup is barely there. Her hair is pulled back pompadour-style away from her face.

Do you like Kim K's new makeover?

Or, do you miss, sexy, glam Kim K?

InStyler Hair Straightener Gets Thumbs Up On GMA Test

If you have curly hair and you're tired of the frizz and ringlets, and you really want to 'straighten' things out, so to speak, try the InStyler.

On GMA this morning in a segment, 'Battle of the Hair Straighteners,' 2 curly-maned women chose the styling tool over the over-the-counter straightening serums.

We've all seen the InStyler infomercials on TV. The styling aid is described as a rotating hot iron straightener. And indeed, it is....it's like a curling iron, hairbrush, and flat-iron all rolled into one.

And yes, there is some 'rolling' involved.

According to the InStyler website, this unique device uses less heat than a typical flat-iron because "the rotating motion of the polishing cylinder literally polishes your hair strands individually so it doesn't need extreme heat to get amazing results."

Now, you don't have to spend hours straightening your wild, curly locks. This little rolling hair gadget can give you a full style in 8 minutes. And you also get smooth, silky, shiny strands.

Flat-ironing hair can do quite a number of nasty things to the health of your locks. When you think about it---a flat-iron is literally baking your hair between 2 searing plates.

Check out the Good Morning America clip on the InStyler Rotating Hot Iron Straightener. The 2 participants liked the ease of the InStyler and how healthy their hair looked after using it:

'Battle of the Hair Straighteners.

We have almost stick straight hair with a tiny bit of wave, so we wouldn't be a good candidate to determine the best at-home hair straighteners, but this little test showed us plenty.

What do you think?

Are You Digging The Retro Zooey Deschanel Bangs?

Bangs are HOT, but we all know that.

One of the most popular sets of fringe right now is the Zooey Deschanel. The super cute actress is sporting 'old-school Sassoon bangs'.

Not everyone can wear these full, thick bangs, such a cool 60's look, but if you don't mind a heavy fringe above your brows, this could be fun to wear for summer.

Aaron Light, Zoey's hairstylist , tells InStyle magazine that he cut her long bangs in this manner:

"We angled the edges of the bangs instead of cutting them straight across. This softens the look by framing her face."

If you have a high forehead, then bangs are your friend. If you need to cover your forehead wrinkles, then a little fringe is a great disguiser and cheaper than a few shots of Botox.

The only downside, blunt-cut bangs mean more trims and visits to the salon.Or-----you can try and trim them youself. Check out this wonderful YouTube How-To by stylist Sam Villa:

Twist-Cutting Fringe Technique.

New Colored Hair Protectors For Summer By Bumble & Bumble

"Fight the fade, ladies!"

If you color you hair, then you know what we're talking about. Fading is absolutely one of the worst things that can happen to a head of dyed hair.

And if you are a faux red-head, then you really know how FAST the shade fades.

Bumble & Bumble has introduced a collection of color hair protectors for summer. We, especially, adore the Bumble & Bumble Color Minded UV Protective Styling Balm ($28, 4.2 oz., at Sephora).

Colored hair cries out for moisture, and this cream has it, with a boost of shine. You can use it on damp hair after shampooing as a blow-out aid. The styling balm gives you lots of volume and heat/humidity protection. And you can build a beach-y hair do

We like to read customer reviews and this new Bumble & Bumble scored pretty highly--not perfect, but close enough, picking up 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Most customers says it fights frizz effectively, gives high shine, and stops the brassiness.

The only minor 'bad thing'----the smell. A bit too chemical-ish.

Insecure About Your Thighs And Cellulite: This Celeb Is Too

She might have her haters, but this hugely popular reality star also has millions of Twitter followers.

Kim Kardashian is speaking out about her body insecurities again. We have to admire the woman in that respect, because we have seen her on 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians,' standing there in a bra with a rounded, not flat belly.

Kim K is not super skinny and doesn't want to be, but she certainly feels the insecurities that most women feel, and in her case, it's her thighs and cellulite.

This is what Kim told the UK's ITV Lorraine Kelly of the 'Lorraine Show.'

"I still have some cellulite," she says, describing Spanx as "the greatest invention." Check out Spanx here.

We would have to agree. Just about every woman in Hollywood slips into Spanx before a red carpet event. Why? Because the fabric really smooths out a lot of imperfections. And, we all have them.

Flying For The Fourth? On Board Beauty Tips By Giuliana

There will be a lot of traveling going on as the July 4th holiday gets closer. And some of you will be flying to get to your destination. But what about your mid-air time?

How do you hop on a plane and still look fresh and pretty by the time you arrive?

New momma-to-be Giuliana Rancic has these in-flight beauty tips (as told to US mag):

1. Brookstone Inflatable Neck Pillow ($25, at brookstone.com).
"The pillows on the plane are too flat. This inflatable pillow supports your neck and folds up to fit in your purse after landing," Giuliana says.

2. DDF Advanced Eye Firming Concentrate ($88, at ddfskincare.com).
"I pat eye cream under my eyes, and if I have any excess, I massage it into my cuticles because it's so moisturizing."

3. Evian Brumisateur Travel Facial Spray ($7, at drugstore.com).
"Half-way through a flight, I do a little spritz of Evian water in the bathroom to refresh myself," Giuliana says.

4. Laura Mercier Bronzing Pressed Powder ($32, at lauramercier.com).
"I always carry bronzer to make me look alive after traveling--planes can dehydrate me and drain color."

Excellent in-flight fixes. Thanks, Ms. G..

New One-A-Day Diet Pill Debuts: FDA Gives Green Light

If you've been trying so hard to lose weight and are considering lap band or some other kind of bariatric surgery, please try this first!

The Food & Drug Administration has okayed the first prescription diet pill in 13 years. It's called Belviq and will melt away lbs. by a healthy 10% in one year! No word yet, on what this pill would cost.

Belviq works by blocking your food cravings, and the beauty of this oral diet plan is in its sheer simplicity:

Take one-pill-a-day. Period.

What could be easier?!

This is major diet breaking news! Good Morning America made the announcement earlier today, with ABC's Dr. Richard Besser. He said that Belviq isn't a 'magic bullet' for weight loss, but it is another solution for those who are obese and/or for those also suffering from medical problems like high blood pressure and diabetes.

A couple of possible side effects include headache and fatigue. Studies on the heart will be conducted soon.

We found this nugget from WJLA.com:

..."In a rare move, the FDA explicitly stated in a press release that Belviq "does not appear to activate" a chemical pathway that was linked to the heart problems seen with fen-phen.

The FDA said the drug acts on a different chemical pathway in the brain, which is believed to reduce appetite by boosting feelings of satiety and fullness."

If you are an emotional eater, then the new Belviq diet pill would not be effective for you, says Dr. Besser.

For more details, click here.

Cameron Diaz Carries This $9 Beauty Item In her Purse

Cameron Diaz always nails the perfect California girl look-----blonde hair, blue eyes, warm, golden skin, with polished, NOT overdone makeup.

We were happy to find a little beauty nugget from the pretty 39-year-old actress.

Cameron Diaz tells InStyle magazine that this little number is always in her purse:

Revlon Just Bitten Lipstain by Colorstay in Passion ($9, at drugstores). We found a tube at Drugstore.com.

The Just Bitten lip line has been around a a few years now, and we can see why this is a Revlon keeper. It's a 2-in-1 product---lipstain and balm in a magic marker-type applicator.

Passion is practically a cult fave with its healthy pink, flush shade.

And it's quick and easy to use:

"Apply marker directly to clean, dry lips. After 30 seconds, apply the balm for moisturizing shine."

And the stain lasts for several hours...no kidding.

Great beauty tip for the budget-conscious, Cameron Diaz! Thanks.

Tired Of Push-Up Bras That Add Too Many Cup Sizes? Try This One

Is it just us?

Or have most new bras been over-doing the push-up?!

We'll be honest, we need a boob boost, and adore the entire concept of a push-up bra. Whoever designed that one, is a genius.....BUT.....

We DON'T want a push-up bra that ADDS 2 cup sizes or MORE.

What's the point, really?

There's just so much room for ultra-thick padding. We like a little oomph, but please don't let our cups runneth over, so to speak.

We think we've found the perfect push-up bra that doesn't push up to the extreme:

Maidenform Naturally Glam Plunge Push-Up (on sale $28, at Maidenform). The bra comes in sizes 34B - 36D. And we found these shades at Kohl's online--Black Latte. Ivory Shell. Latte Lift. Poppy Pink Peach. Rum Raisin Lotus Pink.

The beauty in this Maidenform bra is in the construction. There is no padded bulk-- instead there is memory foam padding in an underwire style. You still get a very respectable lift but it's not 'in your face.'

Here's how Maidenform describes it:

"New innovative pad technology reveals new blends of foam for a second skin feel.
Lightweight comfort that glides over your skin.
Luxuriously soft fabrication into your body.
Natural push up brings on a new level of sexy."

Do you wear push-up bras? Is add 2 cup sizes, a bit too much of a good thing?

Toss This Little Mac Into Your Beach Bag And Go!

We don't need to warn anyone about the dangers of the sun's rays. We've all been told, again and again, and yet, many of us still lie out there and tan.

But there are ways to play safely, and here's a little cutie for your beach bag:

MAC's, Hey, Sailor! Suntints SPF 20 Liquid Lip Balm ($16, at macccsometics.com and fine dept. stores). Yes, the packaging of this one is super sweet and nautical.

These sheer balms help protect your kissable lips from the sun, surf, salt, and those balmy breezes.

But MAC's Hey, Sailor! Suntints are hard to find----SOLD OUT at the MAC website for the moment. Not available at Macy's, either.

We did locate a tube at Dillards.com

By the way, Ebay is selling a number of MAC's new Suntints at much higher prices, but when a gal needs her MAC fix, well, you gotta do what you gotta do, we suppose. Would you shell out $24.99 for this $16 MAC Hey, Sailor! balm?!

The Suntints come in 3 limited edition shades:

Abalone....a light pink gloss.

Au Rose...a medium pink gold shimmer gloss.

Sea Mist..a pale beige with a white shimmer.

So, the question begs, are these very pretty, but very sheer MAC lip balms effective under the powerful searing rays?

Maybe not as much, unless you put another SPF lip balm on BEFORE you slick on your MAC.

Lip Gloss Can Invite Skin Cancer. That was the headline a few years ago. And although MAC's Suntints are lip balms, they are made with a liquid gloss-type formula.

We still believe that the MAC Hey, Sailor balm at 20 SPF is great to toss into your beach bag. We'd just add another layer of balm underneath to reach a 30 SPF, as dermatologists advise.

Hey, no beauty product is perfect to protect you from the sun, but there are ways to still play safely.

Brow-tastic New Pencil By Sania Of NYC!

Well-shaped brows.

Not easy to come by, but good eyebrows allow a woman to look younger and more attractive.

And if nature hasn't rewarded you with nice, full brows like model Hilary Rhoda (pictured above), well, you CAN fake it with the right brow pencil.

Check out brow expert Sania of New York City. She's just launched her OWN brow pencil ($25), in your choice of light, medium, or dark, and this one has a slanted tip. Her website has tips and tools to give you guidance.

Check her out at Sania's Brow Bar.

New Nair Brazilian Spa Clay For Face: Bye-Bye Peach Fuzz

If you're bothered by a few hairs that have popped up on your face or some bothersome peach fuzz, call Nair to the rescue!

The cult favorites have added a face cream to their popular, new Brazilian Spa Clay hair remover lineup:

Nair Brazilian Spa Clay Face Cream ($5.49, on sale at drugstore.com for $4.49).

The hair remover cream sounds good enought to eat, with yummy mango butter and acai berry blended together for superb moisturizing effects. Mineral-rich clay is also in the formula to make hair removal a quick and painless, smooth event.

Would you try this method of facial hair removal?

Read this customer review from Drugstore.com:

"I have some peach fuzz and a few more hairs on my upper lip. Honestly I was afraid to use this thinking of memories of Nair years ago of how badly it irritated my skin and also the terrible smell but I'm SO GLAD I took a chance with this. It is so easy and effective and it doesn't smell horrible (doesn't smell nice, but not horrible).

It totally removed the hair, so far they mostly haven't grown back and it's been three weeks, and it didn't sting at all. Make sure you wash your face thoroughly beforehand and dry it, and be sure to remove all of the Nair with a warm wet towel or I used wet tissues. I had no stinging at all on my sensitive skin."

To avoid irritation and burning like one often sees with hair remover creams, use gentle cleansers to wash the face beforehand, and avoid things like toners, pimple serums, and prescription skin care products a couple of days BEFORE trying the Nair Face Cream.

Ivanka Trump's Simple Cleansing Routine Has A 'Purpose'

Savvy businesswoman Ivanka Trump often deals with complicated city statutes and building permits, but when it comes to skin care, it's pretty 'clear':

Ivanka's simple cleansing routine has a 'purpose,' so to speak.

The 30-year-old mom of one has a great peaches 'n cream complexion, and this is her beauty secret:

Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash ($4.74, 6 oz., at Target).

You know this cleanser. It's been around for a very long time, and Ivanka has been loyal to Purpose:

"I've been using Purpose face wash since I was 12---it works!" she tells Redbook magazine

And let's take a look at why this effective non-soap DOES work----

"Purpose removes dirt, oil, and make-up without stripping or drying your skin like soap can. And it won't sting your eyes, so it's ideal for removing eye make-up."

The moral of the beauty story here----Even super-rich girls like super cheap skin care products that really work.

Hot Humid Weather Calls For Tough Makeup Setting Spray

Another round of 100 degree temps today for the East Coast.

And if you spend any time outdoors with a full face of makeup on, well, you know what that's like.

If you have an oily complexion, and you're walking around with the searing heat, you can feel your makeup melting.

Ugh!

Not a comforting thought.

Most women dust on some powder to set and seal in their cosmetics, but when the thermometer says 99, you can't win with just a little powder.

You need an 'all-nighter.' And we've found a cult fave by Urban Decay. If you haven't tried this, say hello to Urban Decay Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray ($29, at Sephora).

OKay, so $29 isn't too cheap for a 4 oz. bottle, but a few spritzes go a long way. And this stuff works!

Urban Decay claims their Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray will see you through 16 hours of living. Whatever activity you're into, your makeup stays put, thanks to the amazing patent-pending Temperature Control Technology, which "lowers the temperature of your makeup to hold foundation, eye shadow, blush, and concealer in place. Makeup looks picture-perfect all day long through wind, heat, and cold."

Don't take our word for it, read the raving reviews at Sephora---4.5 stars out of a possible 5 stars, and 1, 216 reviews and counting!

Think of this $29 makeup setting spray as a summer beauty investment.

Revlon Makeup Says Their Whipped Foundation Is Like No Other

Like 'silk on your skin.'

That's how Revlon is describing its new Colorstay Whipped Creme Makeup ($13.99, at Ulta, Buy 1, Get 1 50% Off!).

Yummy!

Halle Berry is wearing Whipped Creme in Caramel. There are 12 shades to choose from.

We've always been big fans of Revlon Colorstay foundation. And we've always worn Nude in the liquid foundation for oily skin.

And although the foundation isn't perfect, it has served us well. So, now our interest has been piqued with Revlon introducing their new whipped formula.

We can't wait to try this on, because we happen to adore whipped, light-as-a-feather makeup. We also like Maybelline's Dream Mousse Blush. These whipped formulas turn from cream to liquid and glide across the skin beautifully.

Revlon says the new whipped Colorstay is super for summer because it won't cake or flake and is a light but full coverage foundation.

Like Revlon claims, "The time release formula balances skin for a flawless look."

Let's face it, its quite a challenge wearing foundation during those brutally hot, searing summer days (98 degrees where we are today). You need a makeup that can stand up to the humidity.

We've looked at some very good reviews from Makeup Alley. The foundation scored a very respectable 4.1 out of 5.0.

Have you tried Revlon's new Colorstay Whipped Creme Makeup?