Warm Up Your Complexion: Sonia Kashuk Spring Awakenings Face Palette

This Sunday, March 20th, marks a special moment----the first day of spring!!

It's been a very long-gggg, cold-dddd winter.

Haven't you had enough? We have. So, let's bring on warmer, sunnier days ahead with a beauty budget buy:

Sonia Kashuk's Spring Awakenings Face Palette ($24.99, at Target).

We like this adorable all-in-one face painting kit. And here's why:

1. It's so darn convenient. Everything you need is right in one little container. Easy to throw into your bag. And it's slim and sleek and designed with a cute wicker cover.

2.The colors are chosen for you. You don't have to see what goes with what. It's all there....a natural glow for the eyes, cheeks, and lips. You get 4 eye shadows---matte tan, matte chocolate, metallic bronze and sparkling champagne, a deep brown eye liner, coral blush, and 3 lip glosses---nude, cocoa, and rosewood.

3. Sonia Kashuk is one of model Cindy Crawford's favorite makeup artists. And as we like to say, if Sonia's makeup is good enough for Cindy, then it's good enough for us. We think the Spring Awakenings Face Palette is a great beauty budget buy. You get pretty earthy shades that aren't overdone, and perfect for the girl-on-the-go!

Here's what Cindy Crawford wears for her daily makeup routine. And it's very similar to the Sonia Kashuk makeup palette we talking about:

1. Brown eye shadow. Cindy Crawford says that brown is your best friend. "It's less harsh than black, it goes with everything, and it's impossible to mess up. For day, I do variations of brown shadow, either matte or shimmer."

2. Nude lips. Yes, the look is very polished when you can nail the right tone. "A neutral mouth looks really sophisticated, but you have to pick your color carefully so you don't look washed out. I like beigy pinks that are one shade darker than my natural skin tone. I almost always wear gloss, and save lipstick for special occasions."

Beautiful Beverly Hills Housewife Kyle Claims It's Really The Pantene

Beverly Hills Housewife reality star Kyle Richards has incredible hair. And as usual, women want to know if that is all her real hair?! Or are those very expensive hair extensions?

The beautiful mom of three daughters has stated before, that those shiny, healthy brunette locks are definitely all her natural hair.

And we will take her at her word.

Kyle Richards walked the red carpet in plum last night at the annual A Night at Sardi’s Alzheimer’s Association benefit in Los Angeles. And once again, her crowning glory stole the spotlight.

This time she told reporters, that it is one drugstore hair care line that delivers enviable locks:

"This is the same look I’ve had my entire life," Kyle said. "The one time I cut my long dark hair and made it blond, people said I looked horrible, so that was enough of that!" Her secret hair tip? "Pantene! I really do just use Pantene."

And we also dug up this little beauty nugget from Kyle's Bravo blog, an entry made last November:

"I use Pantene on my hair. They changed the formula recently throwing me for a loop, but I’ve always used their deep clarifying shampoo and heaviest conditioner. If they don’t come up with one as good as the one I used to use, I may have to make my own!" she wrote.

We think the makers of Pantene should tap her to be their next shampoo spokesperson.

What we like about Kyle Richards IS her super long hair. Most hair pros would caution women over 40 about having locks that long. They say, that women should not have too much hair dragging down their features. Or that too much hair looks juvenile on an adult woman. And that shorter women like Kyle should wear their hair above the shoulders. And blah, blah, blah.

In our humble opinion, this long, goddess hair, really looks amazing on Kyle Richards. The hair is so glossy and healthy, and not stringy. And the reality star is 42 by the way. More power to her.

Meantime.....Kyle is busy working on a handbag line.

Pregnant Pink Tweets About 'Butchered' New Old Lady Do

"The woman that did my hair butchered it," Pink tweeted on March 13th. "I hate it."

Actually We don't blame her. It's not a flattering do. And don't even get us started on the gray-blonde tint. Very old lady.

Pink---you are only 31. Don't worry about playing around with silver strands right now. Trust us.....those pesky gray hairs will visit you at some point in your life, and then you can decide if you'd like want to keep them. Meantime....please go back to an attractive hair color shade.

We think the color is worse than the Dame Judith Dench pixie cut. But still, it's the do that has the talented pregnant singer barely cracking a smile at the recent movie premier of The Lincoln Lawyer. P.S....Bu we LOVE the hoops! And your face is glowing and pretty.

And apparently, a lot of fans agreed about her new cut. The pop star then added another tweet, "Thanks for pointing out how much you all hate it, too. Helpful."

There are some good things about your new hairstyle, Pink:

1. A pixie cut is a classic---gamine and playful, amd it shows off a woman's neck.

2. Hair grows very fast on pregnant women. So don't worry, if you really are crying tears over this bowl cut do. Hair grows back faster while mom is with child.

3. A very cropped cut is so in-----Emma Watson, Ashlee Simpson, Halle Berry, Kate Winslet, and other celebrities are all wearing some kind of pixie cut.

4. You can always COLOR over a bad dye job.

5. Play around with your new do. Spike it.....Halle does that. And it looks sexy and modern.

By the way, a baby Pink girl is due next month for Mama Pink and husband Carey Hart. This is their first child.

Congratulations.....and here's to a healthy baby daughter!

Julianne Hough's Quickest Way To Stop Cravings And Lose Weight: Gum

Dancer/Country singer/movie star Juliann Hough is doing it all at the young age of 22.

As a professional ballroom dancer, the blonde beauty is expected to have a super fit and stunning body. And we are sure, that her dancing work-out routine is responsible for giving her back a slender physique and flat tummy.

But even Julianne Hough gets sugar cravings, and we all know where that obsession can lead-----The facts show that the more sugar you eat, the more you want. So true!

So, how does the gorgeous gal-pal of American Idol's Ryan Seacrest put a halt to the cravings and hunger pangs??

With a stick of gum. Yep, that's right. Julianne Hough told Life & Style magazine this little dietary nugget:

"I can eat candy like Starburst and Skittles for days," she says. ""To conquer those cravings, I chew gum and drink water to fill me up."

Okay, we're not suggesting you go on a chewing gum and water diet to melt away the pounds, but Julianne makes an interesting and scientific point here.

You CAN lose weight by chewing gum:

Wrigley's gum has a group of researchers that look into the merits of chewing gum. The organization is called WSI, or the Wrigley Science Institute. Yeah, for real. And they conducted a study in 2007, that revealed some amazing things:

"Chewing gum significantly reduced caloric intake by 25 calories and specifically reduced sweet snack intake by 39 calories; salty snacks were decreased by 11 calories. Hunger and desire to eat were significantly suppressed by chewing gum at one, two and three hour intervals after lunch. Participants reported that chewing gum improved their mood by reducing anxiety and stress, and increasing contentment and relaxation."

Hey, we believe that chewing gum DOES cut cravings and helps you lose weight. We chew gum at night, to keep away the desire to indulge in a bad way.

Pop On A Poncho If You Haven't Already:70s Trend Continues Through Spring

Maybe you used to have a poncho. Or maybe you never got into the 70's Bohemian look.

Well, the poncho has been riding a somewhat quiet wave through fall and winter. And now the trend is heating up again this spring. Suddenly, it seems like ponchos are popping up everywhere.

For some, ponchos are lazy and not too stylish. But as we like to say....."This ain't your mama's poncho.". The 2011 poncho has evolved into a chic and elegant-over-the-head go-to cover-up.

Ponchos don't have to look like homely blankets or tacky tribal get-ups. The fabrics we've been seeing are quite delicate and rich-looking. And like all clothing, ponchos come in high-end and low-end price tags.

We found a variety of them at Nordstrom and Forever21. There's a poncho for every woman's budget.

1. Nordstrom Brazen Knit Jersey Poncho ($42) in viscose rayon. Heather Gray. We love the fluidity of this chic poncho.

2. Forever21 Knit Fringe Poncho ($19.80) in cotton. Fuchsia. We like the open crochet and bold fun, flirty color for casual wear.

Look around. You'll find tons of pretty ponchos out there. Get 70s inspired!

Cameron Diaz Gets Super Sculpted Buff Biceps By A-Rod--How About You?

Ever since Cameron Diaz started getting chummy with Yankees slugger A-Rod, we've all noticed her going sleeveless, more and more. And we've all noticed her new, super sculpted buff biceps.

Just last week on Jimmy Kimmel, the California beauty walked out on stage in a tight, white tank top and suspenders, showing off her ultra-toned triceps and biceps.

Who can blame her? Cameron has worked hard to achieve those sexy, 'bad-ass' arms, and obviously, Alex Rodriguez has been a big influence because the good-looking duo work out together at the gym.

And there's the key: You must stick to a strong weight-training routine to develops guns like hers.

But here's a thought: Has Cameron Diaz over-killed her arms?!

You either love this Madonna-Kelly Ripa-Cameron Diaz look, or you don't.

It's a bulky appearance, and might not look so great with a delicate red carpet gown. But we are sure, many others would disagree with us.

Look at the photos above. The top shows the actress following a gym work-out with A-Rod just a few weeks ago. And the bottom pic shows us her at the beach back in August of 2009.

We wrote about Cameron Diaz' already buff arms back then, and how she got them:

..."Believe it or not, this is a simple exercise routine. And you can get the 3-step plan right from the mouth of her trainer, Teddy Bass. He gave out her toning tips to People magazine.

Bass' three-step arm workout for Cameron Diaz:

Reverse flies (15-20 reps done by stepping into a lunge and raising arms parallel to shoulders), Tricep kickbacks (10 reps per arm done in a lunge, leaning forward with a flat back and extending weights behind close to the elbows)And 15-20 reps of Bicep curls.

Now to get the super sculpted buff biceps by A-Rod, well, that's a much heavier work-out. And we applaud Cameron for going the distance to attain her new toned look

Victoria Beckham's Pregnancy Style: Still 'Posh' Entering 5th Month

Gotta love Victoria Beckham.

The ever stylish, ultra-slender British beauty is still posh when it comes to pregnancy fashion. Reportedly entering her 5th month now, the designer is still wearing sky-high heels

And we're lovin' this: There's going to be a pink baby shower for Victoria. Yes...the 36-year-old mom of three boys is having a girl. And she and hunky husband soccer star David Beckham, are said to be over-joyed with the news.

Victoria Beckham is sporting a baby bump, but that doesn't mean she's going to end up in sweat pants and a big, tent top. No way! Look at the mommy-to-be at London's Heathrow Airport on Tuesday wearing skinny pants and studded Louboutins!!

Just how long the fashionable mama will be able to balance on sexy stilettos without taking big chances with her pregnancy, is still unknown at this point. But right now, Miss Posh ain't sacrificing her stylish moments.

We happen to like Victoria Beckham and adore her style as a serious fashion designer. She makes beautiful clothes. We wonder if she will design a pregnancy line at some point in her career.

Are you loving Victoria's pregnancy style? We can't wait to see what else she will wear when that hardly-there baby bump gets bigger and bigger.

No 'Jenny' Diet This Time Around For Kirstie Alley: Gone Organic

Kirstie Alley isn't calling on Jenny (Craig) this time around. One of the newest cast members to 'Dancing with the Stars,' is on a 2-fold mission:

1. To lose more weight. So far, she has dropped 60 lbs. and kept them off.

2. To dance her butt off on 'Dancing with the Stars,'.

And last night, the popular 60-year-old actress delighted the big crowd that turned out for the opening of the new Kirstie Alley's Organic Liaison Store in Los Feliz, Los Angeles..

Let's be honest, taking off a lot of pounds and keeping them off hasn't been easy for Kirstie. But this time around...she ain't calling the Jenny Craig diet people for help. She's 'been there, and done that' diet. And following her 'Jenny' success, she had ballooned up to some 230 lbs. And it's been a frustrating experience trying to shed those extra, extra pounds.

But this time, it's different. Kirstie Alley has gone organic, and it seems to be working well. Plus, her stint as a dancer-to-be on the hit reality show 'DWTS,' should help her melt away more fat.

She told US Weekly magazine: "I've lost 60 pounds, and I have 30 or 40 more to go. And I think with this strenuous, rigorous dance schedule, I think it's going to work."

Well, dear Kirstie, if you are dancing with Max....you WILL lose weight. He is a strict, demanding dancing coach. And sexy, too, we might add.

According to the website, Organic Liaison ..."is a weight loss and diet plan that offers organic weight loss products, natural dietary supplements, and access to online diet and exercise tools to help you lose weight safely and effectively, all while having fun!"

The Organic Liaison store will offer everything organic and yummy.

By the way, 'DWTS' is back for a new season on Monday, March 21st on ABC. And we applaud Kirstie Alley for succeeding with her new organic weight loss plan, and having the moxie to appear on the popular dancing show, where size 0's and 2's are the norm.

Hair Extensions, Veneers, Lip Plumping For Kate Middleton? Are You Kidding Us?!

Dear Kate Middleton:

Good luck in your wedding to Prince William.

You're going to need it......because every move you make, every hairstyle, lip gloss, hat, gown, and even the socks you might wear on an off day, will be critiqued.

The eyes of the world are upon you, as your big day approaches April 29th.

We happen to think the pretty brunette princess-to-be hasn't missed a step yet. Kate Middleton is perfectly groomed. Just look at the photo snapped of the young British beauty wowing the crowds in Northern Ireland earlier this week.

Then imagine our horror, when we heard one beauty magazine suggesting 29-year-old Kate Middleton have a make-over before her wedding day. The so-called beauty experts suggested these 3 beauty I-Do's:

1. Hair extensions.

2. Veneers for a more perfect smile.

3. Lip plumping injections to give the princess-to-be a fuller upper lip.

Are you kidding us?!

Kate Middleton has one of the healthiest, glossiest heads of hair around. And according to the U.K.'s Mirror News, Kate is loyal to one: "Kate owes her luscious locks to regular trips to Chelsea hairdresser Richard Ward. She’s been going to his salon for five years for a £105 cut and blow-dry." That's about $165 in U.S. dollars.

Her makeup is always just right. Kate brings a fresh, modern approach and style to the monarchy. Her makeup is polished and not over-done. Even her eyebrows are natural and perfect.

As far as her royal smile goes, it is lovely and real. No, she doesn't need veneers. Her teeth are white and nicely shaped for her mouth. And her lips are fine. She doesn't need an exaggerated upper lip. How silly is that? There is nothing wrong with a nice set of average-sized lips.

What's there not to love about the newly engaged Kate Middleton?! At age 29, she certainly does NOT need a beauty makeover.

Will Kate Middleton become the fashion and beauty legend that so many people adored in Princess Diana??

We think Kate can definitely set some royal trends.

In the meantime.....enough with the hair extensions, veneers, and lip plumping ideas. Let the princess-to-be, just 'be.'

Kate Winslet Lands Cover of British Vogue Showing Off Edgy New Platinum Cropped Hair

Kate Winslet is one celebrity who gets lovelier with age. True, she's young at 35, but her bone structure seems to look better and better each year.

Check out the UK beauty on the April cover of British Vogue, photographed by the legendary Mario Testino! And look at her edgy, new platinum cropped hairstyle! We love it!! Reminds us a bit of Gwen Stefani's trademark platinum but with a softer makeup palette.

Kate Winslet has now become a high maintenance gal, because the upkeep on those roots will be killer. Still, it's a great, sexy look for the Academy Award winner, and the talented actress told Vogue, she was looking for a brand new start:

"I’m embarking on a new chapter in my adult life," Kate says. "And I’m single. And it doesn’t scare me at all."

So....you, too, want to trade in your mousy do for a hot, bleached bombshell style?!

Well, then we advise beginning with a healthy head of hair and going to a salon pro. Keeping your locks in a pixie cut like Kate's and like Ashlee Simpson's reduces the damage often caused by peroxide and more peroxide.

We found this advice on a British website forum talking about platinum hair. Read on what this un-named pro said:

"I am a cosmetologist in utah. I have been doing hair for seven years and bleached many heads of hair. i am telling you that Loreal Platinuim is by far the best lightener for damaging the least ... notice i said least damage wise. every chemical process that you do to your hair WILL DAMAGE IT! and loreal is the largest hair care company in the US... this is Loreal Professional.. it is a very good line, so dont think of Loreal grocery store shampoo and hair color.i caution anyone who uses any harsh chemicals with out a licensed cosmetologist is ultimately planning a very expensive trip to the salon... color correction is very expensive and very hard to do! also professional products that arent sold or done in a salon are "black market products" and maybe just the professional packaging with crap inside... i have seen it before. "

Good advice. Want to go sexy platinum like Kate Winslet? Then, please don't go it alone.

Gisele Bundchen In Tiny Bikini Looking Her Skinniest Ever

Gisele Bundchen and her tiny bikini rocking Rio over the weekend.

Everyone's talking about her barely there swimsuit and her barely there body.

Let's put it this way.....Gisele Bundchen has always been long and lean, a size 4 on a 5'9" frame.

But has she gone too far with the dieting?

Gisele does appear to be possibly a size 2 in these photos, but it's not easy to tell. The woman and mother of one, is in incredible physical shape. For what she might lack in curves, she makes up for in superior muscle tone. Look at her oh-so-flat tummy and the definition by her waist. No photo-shopping required. A lot of comments have popped up over the internet, claiming the supermodel is ....."way, way, way too thin.". Or that "Gisele has no curves" and has the "straight body of a boy". Etc.

We think Gisele Bundchen looks like a model. And models are tall, lean, and even lanky. We must admit, this is the skinniest we've ever noticed her to be. But then again, she appears to be at the top of her game.

Gisele does not have an eating disorder. She happens to be a very disciplined and athletic, young woman who meditates and does yoga.

Don't Think Makeup Makes A Face Prettier? Then Check Out Supermodel Iman Before + After

Iman has always been one of our favorite supermodels. And at 55, she proves that age is really just a number.

Or is it?

If you look at these Before + After photos, we think this goes to prove that it isn't all about one's age, but that makeup makes you prettier.

Let's examine this a bit further. Our top photo shows the always glam supermodel without a stitch of makeup on. Iman was out on in the rain yesterday, shopping in an outdoor SoHo market looking for a few veggies.

We were actually quite shocked....Iman has uneven skin tone, dark undereye circles with bags, and barely there eyebrows. We just assumed, that because she's been a supermodel, that she would never have to deal with the mortal sins of aging like most of us do as we hit our 40s and beyond.

But there stood Iman with a truly naked face.......a face that is almost unrecognizable from the famous, exotic cover girl model women have both admired and been envious of for a number of years now.

And then we see that makeup, indeed, makes a major difference for every woman. Check out Iman looking stunning at the BET Honors ceremony a few weeks ago, in Washington, D.C.. Need we say more? Iman has incredible bone structure and that long, beautiful neck everyone talks about, but more importantly, she's wearing makeup-----foundation, a smoky eye, blush, and lipstick. It's tastefully done, and she looks amazing and youthful.

Does she also look better than most women at 55, without makeup? Yes, but then again, she was a top model for a long run, so we expect her to break the age and beauty barrier.

What really surprised us in the Before photo is Iman's natural appearance. We know that most beautiful Hollywood actresses and models go under the knife to retain their great looks as they enter their 30s and 40s. And some women go too far. But there is nothing plastic or artificial-looking to us where Iman is concerned. As we can see from her un-glam shot, she suffers from a few age and skin problems. So, whatever, if anything she has done cosmetically, is both smart and sensible.

We are thrilled this Before photo of supermodel Iman has been shown to the world. We can learn a lot from it. We're not sure the gorgeous wife of David Bowie would be happy to see this photo making the rounds, but we can see that even a woman of her beauty stature looks prettier with makeup. Period.

Love It Or Hated It: JLo's Bright Bold L'Oreal Lipstick

Everyone's been talking about the bright bold lipstick that American Idol judge Jennifer Lopez painted on recently. In fact, we had two women send us a personal email, begging us for the shade.

And although, Jlo's lips looked red, the color was actually a strong fuschia. And now that the Latina star is a new L'Oreal spokesperson, she is wearing the latest makeup and hair products by the giant company.

Now, you either loved it or hated it. We're not sure.....we're on the fence about this bright, bold shade. By the way, it's called--L'Oreal Infallible Rouge Lipstick in Fuschia, no. 138 ($8, at drugstores).

These new lip shades from the L'Oreal Infallible Rouge line are strong and sassy, just like JLo herself. Not for the faint of heart. And this formula is supposed to last up to 10 hours, or at least through 2 hours of judging on American Idol.

Jennifer wore this Fuschia lipstick in contrast with that sexy, emerald green Lanvin dress and soft Veronica Lake-like hair.

Would you wear this bright, bold lipstick, a la Lopez?

Cute Kmart Clothing?! Take 'Route 66' And See

Kmart for cute clothing?

We kid you not. Sometimes, a popular department store can carry a couple of knock-out, trendy pieces you can add to your more expensive wardrobe.

Look at model/actress and Sports Illustrated beauty Brooklyn Decker. She just told one fashion mag that she often shops in cheaper stores like Target, where she can score a great item for much less. Brooklyn was talking about a classic trench coat she found at Target and it was a super buy.

Now, let's examine this really cute top from Kmart's Route 66 line. Only $19.99 in stores.

Lace is so in this season. And this romantic, delicate top by Route 66 features a scoop neck, elbow length, bat wing sleeves with a sexy cinched waist and crochet along the border. The material is made of a polyester blend, and it's machine washable. Color is white and of a semi-sheer fabric and comes in sizes S, M, L, and XL.

The top looks good to us. But then again....maybe it only looks great because the model is seductively holding her arms up in the photo to show the big bat wing sleeves. The lesson here....always try on before buying.

You can check out the Kmart Route 66 line here.

Can't Afford January's And Eva's Big Dior Libertine Bag? Then Buy A Fab Fake

Spring and a brand new handbag. The two go arm-in-arm. And just because we still have big snow mounds around our neighborhood, and the thaw has been put on hold for a while, it's nice to look forward to warmer, sunny days.

Then, let's get in the mood! Both January Jones and Eva Mendes can't get enough of their beautiful soft lambskin leather hobo Dior 'Libertine' bags. The sexy actresses have each been photographed with this plush 'arm candy,' time and time again.

And we can understand why. These Dior 'Libertines' are nice and big at 13"H x 14"W x 4"D. Both actresses are carrying the Libertine in sweet Petal Pink. And there's the key-----such a lovely, fresh shade for spring.

So, you can't afford January's and Eva's big, blush-beauty Dior bag at $2,300?! Well, neither can we these days. But you CAN buy a fab fake. And we hunted one down at Macy's.

This fab fake is designed by Marc Fisher. It's called the Knot Nice bag ($88, at Macy's). We love this soft, glazed faux leather bag at 13"H x 16"W x 2"D. And we adore the price----a steal! It, too, comes in a blush pink color. And should be arriving at Macy's soon. Check out our photo. Not the best pic, but you get the idea and can see the beautiful knotting and folds.

We can't wait for spring to re-awaken our wardrobe, even if we can't get the Dior this time around.

Too Lazy To Work Out Like Gwyneth? Try This Belly Fat Pill

Remember the song Cinnamon Girl by Neil Young?..... "I wanna live with a cinnamon girl I could be happy the rest of my life With a cinnamon girl."

Well, maybe you could be a cinnamon girl and be lazy, and still walk away with a flat tummy like Gwyneth Paltrow, whom we just wrote about in our previous March 2nd article.

Here are the simple and astonishing facts on cinnamon:

1. This common baking spice CAN lower blood pressure AND reduce blood sugar levels.

2. The aromatic spice also creates an automatic appetite control. You will naturally want LESS food.

A new British university study has found that women taking cinnamon supplements lose 500% more weight AND 300% more belly fat! And the most amazing thing about it-------you don't have to change your diet! And you can lose up to 10 lbs. a week!

Let's look at this new cinnamon belly fat pill:

The British study was conducted at Thames Valley University. Those participating, took Four 500-mg. cinnamon supplements a day-----1 with breakfast, 2 with lunch, and 1 with dinner. And for those of you preferring your cinnamon from your kitchen spice rack.....that's the equivalent of four 1/4 tsp. doses of the spice.

The research supervisor, Nicola Robinson, who has a Ph.D., says the study found that participants lost 500% more weight and melted away 300% more belly flab than the people who were getting the placebos. Plus----their blood sugar and blood pressure improved---"even though they reported no change in their diet," Nicola Robinson says. "We were quite surprised and encouraged."

More research is needed, she states, but the good news is this: "If you have excess fat around your middle, cinnamon is certainly worth trying," says Dr. Nicola Robinson.

By the way, cinnamon supplements are safe and drugstore cheap, but experts warn that since these pills can dramatically affect blood sugar, do NOT take more than 1,000 mg. at one time. And the diet plan we have outlined above, follows those guidelines.

People with diabetes or blood sugar problems MUST talk with their doctor before taking cinnamon supplements.

Anyone out there, dying to be a cinnamon girl?!

Gwyneth Paltrow: Perfect Flat Tummy To Achieve in 2011

Okay, Gwyneth Paltrow......We want to hate you after seeing those amazing photos of you sunning in the Caribbean in the tiniest of bikinis, and then strolling the red carpet in that sexy, silver gown by Calvin Klein.

But, we don't hate you. In fact, we really admire you, Gwyneth Paltrow.

Look at that body, especially those tight abs!! Let's face it....the Oscar-winning actress isn't in her 20s anymore. Gwyneth is 38-years-old, and the mom of young Apple and Noah. This means, after two pregnancies, she has had to work even harder to get those abs in serious shape.

And when you've got a sleek stomach like that, well, then you become the poster girl for the perfect, flat tummy to achieve in 2011.

Sure, Gwyneth works out with Madonna's celebrity fitness trainer, Tracy Anderson. But she really has to put the work in, to get these stunning results.

"Many of you may already know of my passion for the Tracy Anderson Method and my investment in it. She has kicked my formerly sagging ass into shape and I will be forever grateful," Gwyneth once mentioned in her GOOP newsletter.

The work-outs are pretty intense. Tracy Anderson features routines that increase strength, elongate muscle definition and improve balance, as well as flexibility.

By blending dance moves with sculpting exercises, Tracy Anderson’s signature method allows you to achieve that dream body or that perfect, flat Gwyneth Paltrow tummy. Check out the Tracy Anderson DVDs here.

And yes, Gwyneth Paltrow has always been a huge supporter of detox diets. She believes in the cleanse to rejuvenate the body from the inside. We're also not sure if she is still on a macro-organic-vegan kick.

So disciplined (sigh).

Can You Live Without Mascara? We Cannot!

Mascara. If it isn't in your makeup bag, well, girlfriend....you don't have a clue.

So, it begs the question:

Can you live without mascara? We cannot!

In simplest beauty basics, mascara draws attention to your eyes, one of your most important features. And the fuller, thicker, and longer your lashes are, the more amazing your eyes will appear.

It's really a no brainer, you should and must wear mascara. And it's very easy to apply, so there is no excuse.

Today, along with L'Oreal, we are celebrating mascara!

L'Oreal has been bombarding us all with its huge ad blitz for the 20th anniversary of its popular Voluminous Mascara ($8, at drugstores).

Has it really been 20 years?! Apparently so. And it just goes to show, that mascara is indeed, one of the beauty basics we cannot live without, especially, if this one tube has had the staying power of 2 decades, and counting.

Actress Kerry Washington, is just one of the beautiful celebrities featured in L'Oreal's 20th Anniversary for Voluminous Mascara ad campaign. Here's what she says about the brand:

"Voluminous lives in my makeup bag. It was my first mascara and it's what my makeup artists use on-set. The red carpet wouldn't be the same without Voluminous."

And we would have to agree, Kerry Washington.

Beauty Tip Today Picks Camila Alves For Best Dressed At Oscars 2011

Camila Alves looked like a beautiful, Brazilian princess last night in Los Angeles' Kodak Theatre at the Oscars 2011 Awards show. She wins Beauty Tip Today's 'Best Dressed' honors.

Most people know her handsome, long-time love, actor, Matthew McConaughey. But Camila Alves has been a successful model, has a great luxury leather handbag line called Muxo, was the host of Bravo TV's Shear Genius Season 3 reality show last year, and the proud mommy to a little boy and baby girl.

Camila doesn't seem to get the media attention of other Hollywood power couples, but last evening, we thought she stole the show.

Let's take a look. While most starlets strolled the red carpet in a sea of red, nude, and silver, Camila Alves chose a stunning very low-cut black ball gown by Kaufman Franco. Her shoes were by Stuart Weitzman, jewelry by Lorraine Schwartz, and bag by Kotur.

Her look was both elegant and timeless. And Camila's posture was perfect, along with her shiny dark hair fashioned in a simple, parted-in-the-middle style with a low chignon. Makeup featured dark lined eyes, strong brows, and soft, nude lips.

Regal from every angle. And of course, helping complete Camila's best-dressed look---- her other sexy accessory, Matthew McConaughey.

Don't Laugh: Grown-Up Gals Can Still Wear Lip Smacker's Dr. Pepper

Lip Smacker's Dr. Pepper.

Our advice----go out and buy a tube now! It won't cost you more than $2 at the drugstore, and you will thank us later.

Okay, we are wa-aaaaaaay too mature to being wearing this stuff on our lips, but----suddenly...we have become obsessed with Bonne Belle's famous Lip Smacker in Dr. Pepper.

Oh yeah, it's been around for years and years. We used to love wearing the Bubble Gum Lip Smacker.

But there is a reason the Dr. Pepper Lip Smacker is the favorite, and a staple in many grown-up gals' makeup bags. It smells and tastes yummy, and it's that sheer reddish tint it leaves behind.

Actress Rachel Bilson is also obsessed with the juicy balm. This is what InStyle magazine said:

'On the red carpet, Bilson plays up her doe-eyed good looks with dramatic eyeliner and black mascara, but her favorite product is the very down-to-earth Dr. Pepper Lip Smackers: "They give a little hint of color—and flavor," says Rachel.'

In fact, she told the mag on another occasion, that the cult fave Lip Smacker is one of the '4 Beauty Essentials' she can't live without. "Tastes great, and gives lips a subtle reddish tint," the actress raved again.

Even Elle magazine is gaga over Dr. Pepper, and featured the Lip Smacker in a December article about Long-Lasting Party Makeup:

"I’m crazy obsessed with this," says celebrity makeup artist Molly Stern. "If your lipstick has worn off by the end of the night, it’s easy to throw on. It gives the perfect gloss, has the slightest bit of color, and tastes good—which is great if you’re planning on making out with someone."

If you've never tried Lip Smackers in Dr. Pepper or haven't put it on in a long time, revisit your childhood and pick up a tube. You'll be hooked. We can't stop tasting our lips. Yum!

'E's' Oscar Host Giuliana Rancic: Too Skinny Or Just Right?

Giuliana Rancic, the'E' chanel's beloved red carpet personality
and pre-Oscar host this Sunday, is busy getting ready for the most glam awards show of the season.

And yet, we feel sorry for Giuliana. Sure, she's got an amazing job, husband, and lifestyle, but she's also got intense pressure by Hollywood standards to maintain a very slender silhouette. And to many observant eyes, the red carpet expert is looking a little too thin these days.

Ever since she and husband, Bill Rancic, went public about their on-going struggles to have a baby, the media has been critical of the ultra-slim body of Giuliana. And yes, her fans and non-fans have been advising the pretty blonde 'E' host to fatten up.

Even Giuliana herself went on the record last March to say that, "The scrutiny on my weight is driving me 'crazy."

We hear that Giuliana Rancic is about 5'8" or 5'9". We don't want to guess her weight, so we won't go there. We found a recent photo of the tall TV personality at the recent Grammy Awards. She does look thin, but not sickly.

In fact, Giuliana Rancic has just blogged about her fave red carpet snacks, just in time for Sunday's Academy Awards. And we know that Giuliana will look stunning, as usual, as she hits the red carpet, armed and ready to interview some of Hollywood's most elite movie stars.

Here are some of the go-to-snacks that keep her skinny:

1.Greek Yogurt, 0% or 2% Fat: Rich, creamy, and low in fat, this preservative free, protein packed treat is triple strained to remove watery whey, leaving a thick, velvety consistency that is simply delish. I love mixing in a half packet of Stevia and a pinch of cinnamon or a teaspoon of almond butter -- makes it even better!

2.Almonds: These tasty, protein packed nuts are probably my favorite 'go to' snack when I am on the go! The nutritionally dense, fiber packed nuts are awesome plain, but lately I have also been loving the Sally Smart Lemon Roasted Almonds, that have a seriously citrusy punch! And sorry guys, the chocolate covered kind doesn't really count as healthy.

3.Kashi's TLC Bars: Unlike other corn-syrup packed bars, Kashi's are natural and low in sugar. Check out the Cherry Dark Chocolate flavor (I've checked it out several times).

Great Beauty Bargain Under $12: Wrinkle Buster Alpha Hydrox

Beauty bargain. Who doesn't love a great one.

Today, we are looking at a cult fave:
Alpha Hydrox Enhanced Lotion 10% Glycolic AHA Anti-Wrinkle.

This generous 6 oz. bottle is packed full of super exfoliating agents. And at just under $12, $11.99, to be exact, you are getting your money's worth.

But does the beauty bargain really help improve your skin?

Yes, and even skin expert Jan Marini loves this particular Alpha Hydrox product, as it makes a wonderful hand cream, too.

You CAN use Alpha Hydrox Enhanced Lotion on areas other than your face and neck, and here's what the well-respected product researcher says:

"I've tried every hand cream on the market," Jan Marini says. And she loves this Alpha Hydrox Enhanced Lotion because of it's 10% Glycolic AHA content."Its molecules are so small that they penetrate more deeply, dislodging dead cells and lifting the skin, giving it a smoother appearance. And glycolic acid also helps get rid of age spots!"

Try this non-greasy Glycolic AHA lotion on your face and neck and you will see gradual improvement, according to maker Neoteric Cosmetics:

This age-defying lotion contains 10% alpha-hydroxy acid, which removes dead skin cells from the surface of your skin, allowing the antioxidant vitamins and hydro-emollients to smooth, firm, and nourish the healthy skin that lies beneath.

We found this great beauty bargain on SALE for $9.34, here at Ulta stores

Purple Eye Shadow/Liner Pretty Perfect For Spring

Keep it colorful, ladies!

At the recent Grammy Awards show, sexy celebrities were wearing green across their lids.

And now we have another jeweled gem shade----Purple. Put on purple eye shadow or liner this spring, and you will look pretty perfect.

Keep it simple with a great nude lipstick and subtle blush, and you're good to go!

The purple is happy and brightens you whole look.

And here are how the makeup pros find your perfect purple:

FAIR/Light Skin Tones. You look lovely in soft purple.

OLIVE/Medium Skin Tones. You can rock lavender with shimmer and even pink-purple shades.

DARK Skin Tones. You can go for the vivid, bolder purples.

We found some pretty purple shadows here at Everyday Minerals. The shade in the photo is called Art Girl ($7.00).

Jen Aniston Chops Off Trademark Locks After Babs Streisand Copies Her Long Do?!

OMG!! Jennifer Aniston, what have you done to your gorgeous signature locks??!!

It has taken us a couple of days to mull over this one. First, let's look at the hair facts:

1. Jen has recently turned 42-years-old.

2. The former 'Friends' star has been out promoting her new movie, 'Just Go with it.' And it was there in Spain, that we all caught sight of the new Jennifer Aniston do. The actress appeared on the TV show “El Hormiguero” Feb. 22, 2011 in Madrid for her new movie, with the new blonder, long bob.

This haircut looks similar to the one she got while married to Brad Pitt. And briefly after that shorter do, the golden couple had announced their divorce. Ouch!

Look at Ashlee Simpson. As soon as she rocked that cute, very blonde pixie cut, she and Pete Wentz announced their impending split.

So, what's that have to do with a new hairstyle?

In our humble opinion, plenty. Most women do NOT chop off their hair for little reason. When you're losing at least several inches, there is an explanation for it. Jennifer Love Hewitt had hers cut into a similar long bob, after breaking up with Jason Kennedy.

Then, a new and very different haircut means there is change of some kind on the horizon? Yes, we seem to think so. Maybe turning 42, has given the popular movie actress some new thoughts on where she wants her life to go, and so forth.

We also think that the mere sight of legendary singer Barbara Streisand performing at the recent Grammy Awards 2011, wearing a copy-cat long hair Jennifer Aniston do might have something to do with it.

Jennifer had done a photo lay-out several months ago in Harper's Bazaar, dressed to look like Barbara Streisand, whom she admires greatly. The photos were beautiful, and Jennifer Anistonreally resembled a young Barbara Streisand.

The famous singer was quite impressed with Jennifer and the wonderful photo tribute So much so, that Babs has been trying hard to look exactly like Jennifer Aniston these days. Just look at the photos of Babs trying to rock the golden trademark locks of the former 'Friends' beauty.

Are we on to something?

We're not crazy about Jennifer Aniston's new long, blonder bob. It just doesn't look right. The color is to bright, the style not as attractive for her strong jaw, and pretty-girl-next-door looks.

We're baffled. How about you?

Gwyneth And Jessica Flying With Long Feather Earrings Trend: How About You?

Another hot trend in 2011----long feather earrings!!

You either love these sexy, birds-of-a-feather chandeliers, or you really don't.

We happen to love them, but then again, we've never met a pair of chandeliers we didn't like.

Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessica Biel are just two of the lovely celebrities spotted flying with this earrings trend. Gwyneth rocked these hot pink feathers by New York City-based designer Wilfredo Rosario at the recent Grammy Awards show. These neon beauties featured white gold, diamonds, pink tourmaline and couture feather earrings from his Fall 2011 Collection. We thought at first, that Gwyneth merely had a few pink-colored extensions in her hair.

Jessica Biel wore a much quieter color of long feathers with her casual look. Very nice.

It's a Native American style, and we have always admired the beauty of the culture.

We fell in love with these super long feather earrings. Check out the photo below: These are gorgeous. Of course, you shouldn't wear them at the office, but these feather earrings definitely make a fashion statement. And these chandeliers are from the Faerie-Tails online shopping site.

The Faerie-Tails artisan Whisper Decor, hand crafted these in Chicago, and shares a portion of the proceeds with non-profit organizations. Gotta love that.

These Violet Sky feather earrings cost $75. Take a further look here.

You can find many unique and attractive pairs of long feather earrings in boutiques and shopping websites. Why not get in on another hot trend in 2011!

Wet N Wild Debuts Very Inexpensive Eyelash-Enhancing Serum: Can Cheap Work?

Eyelash-enhancing serum for only $6.99?!

Hmmm. Can cheap work?

When it comes to beauty and skin care products, we have found through much trial and error, that, yes---cheap can work. And sometimes, very inexpensive makeup/skin care can out-perform a higher-priced challenger.

But, you will never know, unless you try it for yourself.

Let's look at Wet n Wild's new MegaLash Clinical Serum ($6.99, at drugstores). It claims to give you longer, thicker, fuller lashes in 4 weeks. No prescription. No side-effects. No great hit to your wallet.

All you have to do, is apply it on lashes 2x a day in the morning and at night.

So.....can this stuff really work? We're not sure, because we haven't purchased it yet. But if we were looking for some help in the eyelash department, we would definitely grab a tube. And if it didn't deliver results, well, we would only be out $6.99. Not a big deal. And if the Wet N Wild MegaLash Clinical Serum did give us longer, thicker, fuller lashes, then what a super beauty bargain that would be.