Glamour's Favorite Bloggers Share Must-Try Lash Tips

Hey, y'all. Merry a few days before Christmas. Today, Glamour posted some must-try lash tips from their favorite bloggers...and yours truly is one of them! Visit Glamour.com for some fabulous tricks to faking gorgeous, full fringe!

Twilight Beauty In September Issue Of Glamour

The ladies from The Twilight Saga: New Moon show you how to go from daytime pretty to nighttime hot in “Twilight Beauty,” as featured in Glamour’s upcoming September issue. The gorgeous photo spread, shot by Matthias Vriens-McGrath, features Ashley Greene, Nikki Reed, Rachelle Lefevre and Noot Seear.

Bloodthirsty for more? Visit glamour.com!

Win A Mini Bottle of Essie's Glamour Do Nail Polish!

To celebrate their 70th anniversary, Glamour Magazine has teamed up with Essie to create a limited edition shade - aptly named Glamour Do. And starting today at noon EST, the first 5,000 people to enter the giveaway will win a mini-bottle of the polish!

DO set your alarm and DON'T be late. Click here to enter!

I Can Die Now: Spoiled Pretty Is In Glamour Magazine!!!

On Tuesday, I was beside myself when Glamour.com dubbed me a VIP Beauty Blogger. Then on Wednesday, I learned that one of my beauty secrets made its way into Glamour Magazine's "Special Super-Packed 70th Anniversary Issue" (April 2009).

Yes, child...my name is in ink...on page 83!!!

Shout out to Fiorella Valdesolo for this truly amazing opportunity.

According To Glamour Magazine, I'm a VIP Beauty Blogger!

Visit Glamour.com for 10 Hair, Makeup and Skin Glam-up Tricks From VIP Beauty Bloggers. I’m one of them!

Julia, Patrice, Amber, Michelle, and I share some of our tried-and-true hair, makeup and skin-care tips. Check it out!

Don't Just Read Glamour...Be A Glambassador

Glamour is searching for 2009 Glambassadors, a network of Glamour ambassadors who are the most influential, well-connected influencers across the country…from fashionistas and beauty addicts to hip moms on-the-go. Sound like you?

As a Glambassador, you will act as a local reader representative for Glamour’s promotion department in your city. You and your clique of fashionable friends will get VIP access to Glamour events, be the first to know about special offers and programs, test the latest fashion and beauty products, and host parties with your gal pals.

Learn more at glamalert.com/glambassador and apply online. Or interview, in person , February 21 from 1 to 4 P.M. at the Ann Taylor LOFT locations below:

Costa Mesa - South Coast Plaza
Northern New Jersey - Mall at Short Hills
Chicago - North Bridge
Boston - Prudential Center
Miami - Aventura Mall
Dallas - NorthPark Center

Shop the hottest looks at after your interview and receive a 15% discount off your entire purchase!

Submission deadline is 3/10/09.

New Term to Add to Your Hair Dictionary: Twilights

Glamour just sent the following beauty tip to my inbox...

Here's a new term to add to your hair dictionary: twilights.

L.A. celeb colorist Stuart Gavert created the multidimensional hair colors you've see on Kristen Stewart and her co-stars in this winter's vampire flick, Twilight, and now he's coined a new color term after the flick.

Unlike highlights or lowlights, twilights are achieved when very subtle lighter and darker tones are painted in to give the hair a sparkly effect without changing its color.

Rachel Weisz and Eva Longoria Parker are just two A-listers who have already copied the Twilight look. There's no major root-dying, which means it's OK to skimp on color if you need to pay off your Visa bill. Ask your colorist to crib the effect!

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The Glamorous Life: Spoiled Pretty Featured on Glamour.com!

We flying the first class
Up in the sky
Poppin' champagne
Livin' the life
In the fast lane
And I wont change
By the Glamorous, oh the flossy flossy

Click here to check out my recent interview with Glamour Magazine. I couldn't be more elated by how well everything turned out. Give it a look-see and if you're thoroughly informed and entertained - show Spoiled Pretty some love and leave a comment at the bottom of Glamour's post.

And big thanks to Beth for this amazing opportunity!

Line Your Eyes With A Match? Spritz Hairspray On Your Face?

Makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff dips a long, previously lit match in water and uses it to line the eye. "It's chalky and black, so you get these amazing kohl-rimmed eyes, just like the ancient Egyptians had."

Fekkai hairstylist Adir Abergel is known to mix a pinch of Kosher salt with a few drops of water, which he adds to leave -in conditioner. "It'll give you the beachy waves you've always wanted," he says.

And according to Fiona Stiles, celebrity and editorial makeup artist, hairspray not only holds hair in place...it also keeps makeup intact. Holding the can at arm's length, spritz a fine mist on your finished face (close your eyes first). Makeup won't melt, says Stiles. Test a spot first to make sure you're not allergic, and remember to take it off before bed.

Are you tempted to try any of these beauty home remedies?

Source: Glamour

Diddy Didn’t Happen

Last Friday, I was scheduled to be backstage at Sean John*. I was super excited to be attending the closing show of New York Fashion Week.

I fantasized that Diddy and I would meet, he’d be captivated by my charm, and then whisk me away to the star-studded soiree.

It would play out like that R. Kelly/Jay Z collabo:


After the show it's the after party and
After the party is the hotel lobby and
After the Belve then it's probably Cris…

But that didn’t happen. In fact, the closest I got to the Sean John show was a pizzeria on the corner of 22nd Street & 6th Ave. I was grabbing a bite there when I got a call from MAC telling me that there were no female models in the show, and therefore no need for MAC makeup. I was bummed, but also exhausted from my travels; so I caught an early train back to Philly.

So sorry, beauties. I know you were anxious for me to dish the Diddy dirt. C'est la vie.

If you absolutely need a Puffy fix, Glamour.com has an article entitled "Diddy knows pretty," in which the hip-hop mogul/designer shares his observations on what makes a woman irresistible. Here’s an excerpt:

Why he named his perfume Unforgivable Woman:
“It’s about being unapologetic. It’s about having swagger. Confidence is such a sexy, sexy quality.”

Makeup trend he’s so over:
“Red lipstick just isn’t working for me. It might be good for an awards show, but it’s not hot to kiss. I love natural lip color—that’s always a good look!”

Biggest beauty obsession:
“Sugar Bath Cubes by Fresh. I take a bath every night. I love the way they make my skin feel. I have very soft skin—go ahead, touch it!”

For the rest of the interview, click here.

*Is it just me, or does the Sean John Fall 2008 collection look a little effeminate? I'm not judging...just sayin'.

Profound Giveaway

Ask yourself this question: “Do I feel lucky?” Well, do ya?!?!

Good…because it’s that time again. Spoiled Pretty is partnering with Profound Beauty to bring you another opportunity to win fabulous prizes.

Profound Beauty is committed to delivering state-of-art hair care products, utilizing the most innovative technologies available, and creating better results through personalized beauty. Everything they do personalizes the beauty experience and encourages individual style.

Profound Beauty has a unique feature on their website called Find Your Routine; after completing an online questionnaire, a unique combination of products is recommended to address your particular needs - taking your hair from problematic to profound.

Glamour Beauty Editors are wild about this brand, and People Magazine reports that Jennifer Aniston and Eva Mendes' stylists tame the starlets' tresses with products from the Profound Beauty Atmosphere line. Isn't it time you tried some too?

One first place winner will ‘find her routine’ and Profound Beauty will send her a personalized collection of products, customized to her hair type. Two runners-up will win a bottle of Structure Shine, a serum that glistens and smoothes while providing a forceful resistance to humidity.

The contest rules have changed slightly, so listen up. To enter:

*Name the Profound Beauty products that have become my “new secret weapons against the evil winter elements.” Here’s a hint: I wrote a review last month.

*Send an email to spoiledprettycontests@gmail.com - and make sure to include the product names, your full name, and email address.

The contest ends at 9 pm EST on Sunday, January 13th. A winner will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Monday, January 14th, I’ll announce the winners’ names. Please, only one comment per person; duplicate comments will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. & Canadian residents. Good luck!

16 Products Beauty Pros Are Addicted To

According to the January 2008 issue of Glamour, the 16 products beauty pros are addicted to are:

1) Bare Escentuals Mineral Veil (powder)
2) Benefit Dallas (Cheek Color)
3) Linea-Pro C2 Nano Silver Titanium Flat Iron
4) Arcona Triad Pads (makeup remover)
5) Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion
6) Serge Lutens Lipstick in Mise A Mort
7) Vincent Longo Light Canvas Tinted Moiturizer
8) Revaleskin Day Cream with SPF 15
9) Barex Re-Define Creme (leave-in conditioner)
10) Fresh Absolute Concealer
11) CoverGirl Lashexact Mascara
12) Pureology Hydrateshampoo
13) BeautyBlender (makeup sponge)
14) Victoria's Secret Very Voluptuous Lip Plumper In Bare
15) Nars The Multiple In Orgasm
16) MAC 205 Mascara Fan Brush (de-clumper)

Extra, Extra

Mrs. Jordan Bratman strikes a pose on the cover of January’s Glamour UK. The Xtina-filled issue hits newsstands on December 17.

Oh, yeah…and I think she might be pregnant.

The Shopaholic's Guide To Web Deals

From Glamour.com:

Got the urge to splurge but not the bucks? No worries - online shopping gurus and Glamour’s beauty editor share the very best sites to find deals.

Adiscountbeautysupply.com gives up to 75 percent off on makeup, fragrance and more. Drugstore.com’s sister site beauty.com doles out free samples, along with regular special offers on yummy treats like Jaqua Pink Buttercream Frosting lip gloss.

Strawberrynet.com stocks a slew of discounted cosmetics and fragrances - and everything ships free.

Save on the “soap of the week” as well as scents and lotions at mistralsoap.com.

Beautydepot.com has deals on hair, skin and bath stuff—check out the “specials” link for major cuts.

And if you’re looking for designer fragrances like Clinique’s Happy and Sarah Jessica Parker’s Lovely, try beautyboutique.com.

How to pay less for anything?
So-called shopping bots search hundreds of online retailers for the best prices on practically any product in the universe. Try glimpse.com, pricegrabber.com, mysimon.com and dealtime.com; they all do the same thing but sometimes search different vendors, so it’s worth it to try a couple.

Happy shopping!