Blog Posts by Andrea Arterbery

  • New spring nail products to try

    By Andrea Arterbery | Fashionate – Mon, Apr 1, 2013 4:48 PM EDT

    Photo: Sally HansenSo, it doesn't really make sense to have a makeup bag full of fresh spring goodies and not have your nails looking just as good! Here’s a rundown of the hottest new products from some of my favorite nail brands:

    Sally Hansen Compete Manicure In A Bottle ($7.99 each, drugstores nationwide)

    What It Is: A line of nail polishes that promises to deliver bottom coat, color, topcoat as well as a gel-like finish and enhanced chip-resistant power. Each also includes their Precision Brush, which is rounded to fit the hugs and curves of your cuticles and nail beds making it super easy to give yourself a quick manicure.

    Why You Need It: Just in case you’re low on cash and not able to splurge on that $25 gel mani at the nail salon, here’s a great substitute! The shades in the collection hit the spring nail trends on the head and feature everything from metals to pastels and blues. What I love most about the line (more than the price) is that all of the shades dry quickly so it’s easy to give

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  • Beauty must-haves for spring 2013

    By Andrea Arterbery | Fashionate – Fri, Mar 22, 2013 6:25 PM EDT

    Hourglass Ambient Lighting PowderHourglass Ambient Lighting PowderIt’s time to clean out the old (i.e. all of that fall/winter makeup that’s currently in your makeup bag) and make room for all of this great new spring makeup that’s on the market!

    Here’s a great rundown of all you need to start off your spring right.

    Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder ($45 each, Sephora.com)

    What It Is: A collection of six face powders that utilize photoluminescent technology to refract light, create transparent coverage and help to make skin look younger, even-tones and radiant.

    Why You Need It: Who knew that a face powder would have the ability to make your skin look so luminescent and fresh? Upon application, it’s kind of like you just photoshopped your face, so all you see is glow.

    Maybelline Color Sensational VividsMaybelline Color Sensational VividsMaybelline Color Sensational Vivids ($7.49 each, Maybelline.com)

    What It Is: Let the bold take you away with these 10 super saturated lipsticks that promise rich, bright color that promises to last for up to four hours.

    Why You Need It: These lipsticks are the best way to experiment

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  • Hot tools your hair will love

    By Andrea Arterbery | Fashionate – Wed, Feb 27, 2013 4:24 PM EST

    Hot tools for hot hairHot tools for hot hairWhen it comes to hair, I live for hot tools. From blow dryers to flat irons, I love using these items to create fun looks that match my makeup looks. (Yes, I’m a complete and total beauty nerd.) While these hot hairstyling tools can look rather intimidating at first, as long as you invest in the top tools of the market, you’ll have no problem creating some of the best hairstyles. (Just remember to always use a heat protectant before you start so that you avoid damaging your strands. My latest love is the Carol’s Daughter Monoi Oil Sacred Strengthening Serum. ($30, carolsdaughter.com)). Below are a few of my current favorites:

    CHI Magnified Volume Ceramic Volumizing IronCHI Magnified Volume Ceramic Volumizing IronCHI Magnified Volume Ceramic Volumizing Iron with 3/4" plates ($195, amazon.com)

    Volume is a popular thing when it comes to hair. While it’s important that you start with the right shampoo and conditioner (I’m loving the Pantene Aqua Light Shampoo & Conditioner, $6.19 each, soap.com), you’ll also find it easy to make volume last by styling with this iron. It’s

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  • The top 5 celebrity beauty lines to hit the shelves

    By Andrea Arterbery | Fashionate – Mon, Feb 25, 2013 1:00 PM EST

    Flower lip butterFlower lip butterOh, you have your own fashion line and fragrance? So what! Nowadays, it seems that it’s not enough for you to just be a celebrity with your own clothing line, fragrance, shoes, the list can go on and on. Now, several celebs even have their own beauty product line! If you're wondering if any of these products are worth shopping for, read on to see which picks made my list.

    Flower by Drew Barrymore

    What it is: The former face of CoverGirl cosmetics, this actress/new mom is the latest to join the cosmetic club.

    Her new line, Flower, features the tag line “Love The Way You Look.” Available for purchase at Wal-Mart and Walmart.com, there are 181 units in the collection that ranges from eyeliners to nail polish.

    The packaging itself is pretty clean and simple which is great because (and this is just my personal opinion) beauty products that feature tons of embellishments are usually a turn off.

    According to recent article in Women’s Wear Daily, which announced the launching of the line, the

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  • 5 skincare products to liven up dull skin

    By Andrea Arterbery | Fashionate – Thu, Feb 21, 2013 10:52 PM EST

    Olay Fresh Effects Bead Me Up! Exfoliating CleanserOlay Fresh Effects Bead Me Up! Exfoliating Cleanser

    If there’s one thing that I love more than my super blonde hair, it’s my skin. I take great pride in taking care of it almost (but not quite) to the point of obsession! Call me a narcissist if you must, but if you use the right skincare products, you’ll never look a day older than 25. Alright, maybe that’s a serious exaggeration, but taking care of your skin is very important and will help you to look younger, healthy and rested. Here are few of my current top skin care must-haves:

    Olay Fresh Effects Bead Me Up! Exfoliating Cleanser ($7.99, drugstore.com)

    What it is: We’re all pretty familiar with the traditional Olay products, so how fun is it that the brand decided to launch a new skincare line called Fresh Effects? This collection is “dedicated to the needs of the millennial girl-on-the-go” which I like to think totally describes me in a nutshell. In addition to washing your face daily, it’s also important to exfoliate. This facial cleanser contains gentle exfoliating microbeads so

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