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What’s your fave photo this week? Are you on Instagram?
**This post was originally published on September 30, 2009.
Everything old is new again and makeup is no exception! During my high school and early college days, dark, muted lips were all the rage and it looks like it’s making a strong comeback this season.
Celebrities such as Chanel Iman, Rihanna and Kelly Rowland have all been seen out and about sporting dark plum and berry-colored lips. The perfect alternative to classic red, purples add a bit of unexpected pizazz to puckers.
And if you’re afraid to try this trend, remember lip color is a fun and easy way to switch up your look without the commitment. I’ve been taking a trip down memory lane and revisiting this lovely look with Maybelline’s Color Sensational’s incredibly pigmented purplish hue, Madison Mauve. Not only does it provide a rich color, it moisturizers lips too!
Maybelline’s Color Sensational lip colors in Plum-Perfect,Madison Mauve, Plum-tastic, and Yummy Plummy (not pictured) available at drugstores nationwide, $7.49
Did you used to wear this lip color back in the day? If so, would you rock it again this fall for a vampy look?
Jennifer Hudson is one busy woman! Between filming guest appearances on NBC’s Smash and preparing for her debut clothing line launch, the Oscar winner found the time to sit down with the queen of talk — Oprah.
On an upcoming episode of Oprah’s Next Chapter, she talks about her bourgeoning brand, motherhood, and wedding bells. Also in the interview, she’s joined by her sister, Julia, who will for the first time discuss the horrific family murders that claimed the life of her son four years ago.
The interview is scheduled to air Sunday, September 9th 9PM EST.
Check out a sneak peek below:
Will you tune in to see J.Hud chatting with Oprah?
Last week, Soft-Sheen Carson Optimum Salon Haircare invited me and fellow beauty bloggers and editors to an event introducing their newest product launch — the Miracle Oil Collection, here in New York City.
Hosted by one of our fave “curlfriends,” actress Tracee Ellis Ross, shared her personal experiences using the products (6-in-1 Miracle Oil, Miracle Oil Hair Moisturizer, Miracle Oil Hair Crème) on her coveted curls with the audience.
Back when I first started BGG five years ago, I thought it would be fun to round up the best red carpet pics from our fave BGs and guys from the week. But now, since they’re all on Twitter and Instagram, why not post the best shots from the always camera-ready showbiz shutterbugs? Enjoy!
With back-to-school season in full swing, we post-collegiate BGs can still get in on the school spirit with cool stationery.
From pretty patterned papers to personalized notecards, skip technology and jot down your thoughts or send sentiments with these super chic journals and stationery sets!
Although summer is coming to a close, that doesn’t mean that we should ditch our sunscreen. In fact, we BGs need to make our sunscreen usage a year-round routine. Far too often we think that once temps start to dip, it’s ok to skip the SPF.
According to a recent survey conducted by Neutrogena, only 46% of African-American women use sunscreen in comparison to 76% White and 63% of Hispanic women. That’s why actress and Neutrogena spokeswoman, Gabrielle Union, urges us to take our skin’s health more seriously.
“Just because summer is ending, sun-safe behavior should not,” says Union. “Skin cancer is the one cancer that’s preventable, yet it’s still on the rise. I’m glad that I can help Neutrogena educate people by spotlighting common sun protection myths and spreading the word that it doesn’t matter the color of your skin; everyone can get skin cancer.”
Here are a few facts according to Neutrogena and Dr. Darrell Rigel:
Cases of skin cancer in people with darker skin are often not detected until later stages, when it is more dangerous. The overall melanoma survival rate for African Americans is only 77 percent, versus 91 percent for Caucasians.
Sun’s harmful rays are as deadly during the colder seasons as they are during summer. In fact, even under cloud cover, it is possible for the sun to harm your skin and eyes, so it is important to protect yourself with sunscreen, sunglasses and protective clothing even in cloudy weather.
Melanoma is the most common form of cancer in young adults aged 25 to 29. It is also increasing faster in women ages 15 to 29 than in men of the same age group.
Do you forget to wear sunscreen during the cooler seasons?
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