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Your Get More Glamorous Guide

Everything you need for gorgeous lips, eyes and more!

Who couldn't use a little more glam in their life? We know we could! That's why TotalBeauty.com put together the ultimate guide to getting glam. From makeup tips and tricks to products to try, everything you need is here! See guide

Product Review: H2Pro Ceramic Tourmaline 300 Styling Iron (Special Edition)

Product Blurb: H2Pro Ceramic Tourmaline 300 Styling Iron (Special Edition) incorporates advanced combination of three distinct Nano technologies: Nano Ti + Nano TiO + Nano Ag. This powerful trio instantly creates unmatched styling capabilities and health benefits, leaving your hair healthier, shiner, and more vibrant. The advanced self adjusting plates equal more smoothness and sleekness from a styling tool like never before.

Heat temperature: 140-450°F

• Nano Titanium (Ti) = enhances the ionic effect, allowing hair to absorb more moisture for superior conditioning and shine


• Nano Titanium Oxide (TiO) = removes chemical pollutants and toxins from daily exposure


• Nano Silver (Ag) = removes harmful or damaging bacteria from the hair

Price: $160

Available at: http://www.h2prousa.com/

H2Pro Ceramic Tourmaline Styling Iron packs some major heat. I've had my fair share of drugstore brands to expensive straightening irons, but this one tops my list (yes, I've tried out so many straightening irons that I have a list).

What I like about this straightening iron is that it really heats up in mere seconds. I mean it gets really hot, and it stays hot. I've had straigtening irons that don't heat up consistently which can be a problem when you're in a hurry because it's not doing its job properly. Although my hair is relatively straight, certain sections of my hair do tend to go their own way or it gets puffy. Also, my hair is really thick and sometimes it usually takes several runs of the iron to get my hair really straight. But because this straightening iron maintains its heat temperature, it only takes me one run of the straigtening iron per section of my hair which also means less time spent on the mirror straightening my hair. It takes about 10 minutes max (for me) to acheive the pin-straight hair that I always want.

The iron also makes a good curler. Since the plates are not that wide, it makes it easy to wrap the iron around your hair.

Another good thing about this iron, is it keeps my hair nice and shinny, and it doesn't dry out my ends the next day. I don't know if it's just me, but whenever I straightened my hair (using a different iron), my ends tend to get really brittle the next day. I never experienced that using H2pro.

And, one more thing to love about this product is it doesn't pull your hair. I really hate straightening irons that snags your hair. Some irons tend to catch a strand or two of your hair, and ends up pulling it. But with this iron, it only glides down your hair nicely and won't snag or break your hair.

The only negative thing I can say about this iron is it's not recession friendly. But if you are looking for a good quality straightening iron, you might want to check this one out.

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

Spring Cleaning -- Another Makeup Garage Sale!

And here's another round of cleaning out my stash. I haven't used these babies in awhile and they're in need of a new home. The inventory will be updated as the sale progresses.

• Shipping & Handling: $4 flat rate and $0.75 for each additional items for U.S. and Canadian addresses only (tracking number only available for U.S. addresses only). International shipping $10 flat rate and $0.75 for additional items (no tracking number).


• Payment: I only accept Paypal. Sorry no cash or cashier's check. Immediate payment required.


• Minimum order of $10 per transaction.


• Please e-mail me at yummiebitez [at] gmail [dot] com for your list of orders along with your Paypal account e-mail address. Also, please indicate whether you have U.S., Canadian, or International mailing address.


• NO HOLDS PLEASE. Payment must be received within 24 hours or your order will be canceled. NO Exceptions!


• Samples or extras included for every order while supplies last.

China Glaze
L to R: Awaken, Delight, and Joy - $2.50 each
Used 2x.


MAC Magnetic Fields eyeshadow (Neo Sci-Fi collection LE) - $12
Used 2x. With original box.


MAC Bold & Brazen eyeshadow (Starflash collection LE) - $12
Used 2x. With original box.


MAC Glamour Check! eyeshadow (Starflash collection LE) - $12
Used 1x. With orginal box.


MAC palette refill eyeshadows (* means eyeshadow has been depotted and labeled) - $8 each

T to B: Mink Pink*, Pink Freeze, Post Haste*


T to B: Moonflower*, Nocturnelle, Hepcat ***SOLD***


T to B: Tete-a-tint*, Knight Divine* ***SOLD***, Texture* ***SOLD***, Velvet Moss*

Maquillage Palette - $25
Used 1x. Contents assembled. Brushes still brand new. No box.


MAC Sonic Vibe lipgloss (LE Electroflash collection) - $8
With original box. Used 3x.


Paul & Joe Lipgloss in 04 - Peach Sherbert $10 (retail $20)
With original box. Used 2x.


NYX lipgloss in Cady Shop and Smokey Look - $6 for both (counts as one item for shipping)
Used 2x and 5x.


Bobbi Brown lipliner in Mauve - $8
Used 2x (unsharpened)


Estee Lauder Black Eyeliner - $5
Swatched only

And An Update...

Lo and behold, I am alive people! Sorry for the extremely lack of updates, but there's really no excuse for that.

Anyway, you were probably wondering what the hell happened to the update about the Makeup Show LA coverage... I accidentally deleted ALL of the pictures taken from that event. Every. Single. One. Of. Them. I was cleaning out my folder to make room on my laptop and it only occured to me that I deleted the folder when I was looking for it to do a post about it. And it wasn't just that, but the rest of the pictures I took that I was going to use in my blog posts were all erased along with it. Why didn't I check my Recycling Bin? Because I emptied it out as soon as I delete something, and I'm not one to back-up my files either. So that's the sad story of my life.

And as far as updating go, hustle and bustle of life has kept me busy. I'm kinda starting to wonder why my days have been shorter. And just the fact that my pictures are gone (still can't get over it).

You're also probably wondering why I'm selling my stash. Well, I'm trying to clear up my clutter. Most of the stuff that you see on sale are the stuff I haven't touched for at least three months and were minimally used and in good condition. I already made my peace with them and I'm finally letting them go. I figured that it'll be of better use if someone else has them since I haven't. Anyway, there are still quite a few items available if you haven't checked the sale out. But for the ladies who have supported my sale, thank you soo much!!

To get the ball rolling, here are just a few upcoming posts that I'll be working on:
- H2pro Straightening Iron product review
- Yu-Be cream product review
- Max Factor 2000 Calorie Extreme Lash Plumper product review
- Skin Food Aloe BB Cream

Kisses!

Glam Goodies Gift Pack at Benefit.com!

Grab this exclusive "Glam Goodies" gift sampler pack from Benefit, with any $50 order and a hello flawless purchase!

Enter code: GLAMGOOD at checkout

What to expect in your pink Glam Bag:
- BADgal blue mascara;
- California kissin' lip shine;
- Eyeshadow in Soft Shoulder (desert rose shade)

Offer good while supplies last!

Luxe vs. Less -- Skin Care Edition

Luxe vs. Less Skin Care

Find out what products to splurge on and when to save your hard-earned dollars

You don't have to spend half your paycheck on skincare products to stay wrinkle and pimple-free. That said, slathering household condiments on your face to avoid paying for the good stuff isn't necessary either. Dermatologist Dr. Ava Shamban and P&G scientist Mary Begovic Johnson helped us compare products with similar ingredients that are very different in cost. Here's what we found. See products

Fried Hair Rehab

Fried Hair Rehab

Our program comes to the rescue for women - no matter what your budget

Sun damage, coloring, flat-ironing... you've demanded enough from your stressed hair. Find out how to bring health back to it, thanks to advice from hair pros. See tips

Transform Day Makeup to Night

Transform Day Makeup to Night -- Fast

Pump up your blah workday look to create an evening-chic look

No need to do a full makeup reboot when you need to go from the office to a swanky dinner. We asked makeup pros how to go from a basic everyday face to a sophisticated night look - you wont believe how easy it is! See tips

One Week Only --- 30% off and Free Shipping at Prescriptives

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The Makeup Show LA

I'm blogging from the Makeup Show LA and waiting for the keynote session with Makeup Forever. Omg and Billi B. is here to talk! I'll be back for more details later!