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Writing the book on makeup; Halloween makeup for kids; Removing temporary tattoos
By Kelly Reising
It's officially October people. And ya know what I just did? Painted my toes black. Well, not actually black, but Russian Navy from OPI. It's a dark sparking (subtle) navy color that looks almost purple-black in the bottle. I love it. Thank goodness for...read more |
Tags: halloween, style, beauty, mother magnetism | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
NYC Beauty & Style: A Shopping Tour of the City in 64,937 Steps.
By Kelly Reising
(Yes, I have a pedometer to prove it.)
Here I am at one of the Sheratons in New York City. I chose to stay here because the Sheraton reminds me fondly of my childhood. It might have been the fact that in my house we had Sheraton logo adorned towels...read more |
Tags: shopping, new york city, mother magnetism | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Answers on teeth whitening, body lotion, and is it time to ditch the old makeup?
By Kelly Reising
Q: Ever since I had my first child, sleep seems like a faraway memory. I have been hitting the coffee hard in the morning. I have noticed that now my teeth aren’t as white as they used to be, how can I make them whiter?
I know how you feel. My...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, teeth whitening, body lotion, old makeup, cosmetics, brightsmile | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: thin lip solutions, an easy homemade spa recipe, and dealing with beauty products and the TSA.
By Kelly Reising
Q: My lips are thin, should I use lip liner to draw them bigger?
No! No! No! Just the other day I was leafing through a magazine and I saw a picture of Kathy Ireland in an advertisement. I guess she’s a big brand name now with...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, style, makeup, cosmetics, thin lips, tsa, traveling | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: overplucking, early morning perfection, perms, and the beauty challenge of the week
By Kelly Reising
I went a little crazy with the tweezers and over-plucked my brows. Now I look like Cruella DeVille! Did you ever notice how all the Disney villainesses always have little skinny eyebrows?! Will they ever come back and what can I do in the meantime? Help!
Put...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, beauty advice, makeup, cosmetics. eyebrow plucking, perms | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: Beauty gift ideas, expensive makeup, and flat irons.
By Kelly Reising
What are some beauty gift ideas that aren’t your standard, boring makeup gift sets?
Beauty gifts are my favorite! It’s very simple to find something for all the makeup mavens out there, but you have to think outside the gloss a bit. ...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, advice, style, makeup, cosmetics, flat iron | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: budget friendly beauty gifts, cellulite creams, and gentle cleansers
By Kelly Reising
I am definitely splurging on my sister and getting her a Sephora train case per your suggestion, but could you suggest a few more budget-friendly items in the $10-15 dollar gift range?
There are lots of great beauty items or stocking stuffers in the...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, makeup, cosmetics, advice, style, budget gifts, celluilite cream, working out, gentle cleansers | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Mother Magnetism's Top 10 Buzz-Worthy Beauty Products of 2006!
By Kelly Reising
How I just love all the “end of the year” wrap-ups. You know, like who was hot in 2006, what were the top destinations spots, top newsmakers, etc., the kinds of lists that are in all the December issues of the magazines? My favorite lists...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, beauty advice, makeovers, cosmetics, makeup, top beauty supplies | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: Party, party, party!
By Kelly Reising
This week is all about how to party, party, party and look good doing it! I mean how often do we, as parents, really get to go out for a night on the town? So, if you are headed out for New Year’s Eve this year, these tips will surely get you...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, beauty tips, makeup, cosmetics, new years, party gifts | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: makeup brush care, Oprah, maintaining baby's skin, and mom spa etiquette
By Kelly Reising
I received some great new makeup brushes from Origins this year. They are synthetic, but super soft. I know they were expensive so I want to make sure to take good care of them so that they last and last. You made some recommendations previously; do those...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, beauty tips, oprah, makeup, cosmetics, style, makeup brushes, baby skin | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: makeup and beauty tips for tweens and teens
By Kelly Reising
My daughter is raring to wear makeup. She’s always digging through my makeup drawer, begging to put on just a little. The problem is that she is only 11! Should I let her wear some, and how much?
If I were you, the best thing you can do is indulge...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, beauty advice, style, makeup, cosmetics, makeup for tweens and teens | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: it's all about great lashes.
By Kelly Reising
This week it’s all about the lashes and the favorite product in my makeup case, mascara. I had my first brush with the stuff when my Aunt put some on me. I was only four, and I was hooked! I couldn’t believe how different it made my face look....read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, beauty advice, makeover, lashes, makeup, cosmetics, mascara | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: Beauty tips for busy moms, brittle nails and hat head.
By Kelly Reising
I just had a baby, and between feeding, clothing, and changing her a million times a day I can’t seem to get myself looking presentable. Help!
I know the feeling. Right after my first daughter was born, I felt like I had been...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, beauty tips, makeup, cosmetics, damaged nails, hair | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: Lipstick! Featuring an interview with lipstick queen Poppy King.
By Kelly Reising
This week I am bringing you a special feature on the comeback of lipstick, starting with an interview with the color comeback Queen herself - Poppy King!
You know you probably have more lipglosses in your handbag right now than lipstick. Color creator...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, lipstick queen, poppy king, beauty tips, beauty advice, makeup, cosmetics, makeovers, milf | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Tips for a Valentine's Day date night makeover.
By Kelly Reising
I want to look amazing for a Valentine’s Day evening out with my husband, I think he has forgotten what I look like without grey sweatpants and a ponytail! How do I knock his socks off with a glamorous look?
You need to pull out all the stops right?...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, beauty tips, makeup, cosmetics, milf, valetines day, mascara | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Common makeup mistakes.
By Kelly Reising
My sister-in-law was over the other day and made a comment about my eye shadow. She said that “women of a certain age” should not wear shimmery shadows. I’m only 32! Should I not wear it? Are there any other mistakes I could be making?
First...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, beauty advice, makeup, cosmetics, makeovers, eye shadow | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
What makeup products do you *really* need, and the beauty challenge of the week.
By Kelly Reising
Whenever I venture out into the aisles of the cosmetic counters it seems like there are a million products. I have no idea what most of them are used for. For example, do I really need a makeup primer?
As a Beauty Editor, I get a lot of questions...read more |
Tags: makeovers, cosmetics, makeup, beauty tips, beauty advice, mother magnetism | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Permanent eyeliner, blush techniques, discontinued makeup colors, and the next hot idea in skincare.
By Kelly Reising
I find it very tiring to do a full face of makeup everyday, so I am hoping to skip a step by getting my eyes done with some permanent eyeliner, what do you think?
Needles near your eyes!! Needles near YOUR EYES!! That’s all that I need to know...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, beauty tips, makeup, cosmetics, skincare, permanent eyeliner, blush techniques, makeovers | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Makeup and Sex -- Whatever Makes You Blush
By Kelly Reising
I have to say, my column this week is inspired by my friend Kristen of Mominatrix fame. This idea came to me while I was doing her radio show in Chicago at Blogher 07. We attempted to relate sex to beauty products, and all we came up with was a skincare...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, makeup, sex, sarah jessica parker | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: dealing with stingy cosmetic samples, celebrity fragrances, Brazilian waxing and puffy eyes.
By Kelly Reising
Why are saleswomen in the cosmetics aisle of department stores so stingy with samples? I just want to sample a moisturizer and they act as if I am asking for their first born child! How do I let them know I am sincerely interested in trying a product...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, beauty advice, cosmetics, makeup, fragrances, brazilian waxing, puffy eyes, eye cream | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Skin care for dads, stylish baby bags, and a fix for stained nails.
By Kelly Reising
My husband’s skin is a mess; dry and dull, but he won’t use any fancy, girly skincare products. Are there any good “manly man” skincare lines that won’t make him feel too metrosexual?
Major skin care...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, beauty tips, makeup, cosmetics, baby bags, stained nails | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Mineral makeup, lip gloss with staying power, Carmen Electra's embarrassing moment
By Kelly Reising
I have slightly oily skin and have found that liquid foundation often "slides" off by mid-day. I've been interested in the various mineral powder foundations that I’ve seen advertised, but I'd love to know from a more impartial source...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, makeup tips, cosmetics, lip gloss, foundation, carmen electra | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Your beauty horoscope.
By Kelly Reising
So, how did I come up with a “beautastic” horoscope for each sign? Well, I looked into my big blue crystal ball and abracadabra! Poof! Well, the truth is that I don’t really have any of that fortune telling crap, but I took a general...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, style, makeup, cosmetics, beauty horoscope | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: Free gifts, matching toenail polish, and stretch marks.
By Kelly Reising
Which cosmetic company first came up with the idea for the “Free Gift with Purchase” or, what I call, “the only time I ever buy any department store makeup?”
This is up for debate because more than one cosmetics company claims...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, makeup, cosmetics, toenail polish, stretch marks, free gifts | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Applying eyeliner, the shrinking pores myth, thicker lashes, and the Fifis!
By Kelly Reising
I am all thumbs when it comes to applying eyeliner. Any tips on how to get the perfectly defined eye? My line always comes out kind of crooked.
Applying eyeliner the right way takes a little practice. First, make sure you have a liner that isn’t...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, makeup, eyeliner, thicker lashes, skin care | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Makeup for men?
By Kelly Reising
My husband is a doctor and is getting his picture taken for a brochure at his office. The problem is that his skin is super oily and I don’t want him to look like a greasy, shiny mess in the picture. Is it OK if I just powder his nose and forehead...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, makeup tips, makeup for men, mens style | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Mother’s Day gift guide -- beauty and style edition.
By Kelly Reising
I don’t know about you, but I really expect my husband to pony up for Mother’s Day. Maybe it’s because I had both of my girls shortly before Mother’s Day, so after a grueling 24 hour labor the first time, and a botched epidural...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, mothers day gifts, beauty advice, style tips, fashion | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
GABA info, the right nail polish color, and seasonal trends
By Kelly Reising
Q: I have a style question for my favorite fashionista: What nail polish color are we supposed to be wearing now? Dark? What is around the corner for summer? Inquiring minds want to know!
Good question! As with any new season, the times and colors...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, makeup tips, gaba, nail polish, fashion | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
This week: organic beauty.
By Kelly Reising
When I hear the term "organic beauty," I immediately think of the words “crunchy beauty” and it conjures up images of tree-hugging. To me, "organic beauty" sounds like it should be right up the alley of tree-huggers, and...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, makeup, cosmetics, organic, toxins | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Facial massages and tackling gray hair.
By Kelly Reising
I am starting to see quite a few grey hairs peeking through my naturally brunette hair. I’m only 32, is it too early to start coloring them?
You know what I have to say to your hair? GO AWAY, PESKY GRAYS! Go ahead and color it. In the immortal...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, makeup, grey hair, facial massage | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Summer makeup tips.
By Kelly Reising
I hate wearing a lot makeup in the summer, but I still want to look nice when I am out and about with my kids. Can you give me some tips for hot weather beauty?
Summer is almost here! Even though where I live we are still seeing some 50 degree days....read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty secrets, makeup, cosmetics | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Laundry mishaps and summer sundresses.
By Kelly Reising
Yesterday, I managed to wash a tube of red-tinted lip balm along with an entire load of nice clothing. Help! I have red, greasy splotches all over my clothes, not to mention that my husband is ticked because some of his stuff took a hit, too. Is there...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, makeup, fashion, sundresses, stains | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
DIY Summer Beauty Guide -- First Edition
By Kelly Reising
Who has the time or money to head off to the spa for an entire day to get buffed, waxed, and polished to shiny perfection before you expose your entire body during the summer sun season? I know that after a long, hard winter wearing boots and all, my...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, makeup, waxing, pedicure, manicure, esthetician | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
DIY Summer Beauty Guide -- Second Edition: Sunless tanning
By Kelly Reising
As I covered last week, us moms need some help when trying to fit summer beauty maintenance into our hectic warm weather schedules. Here are some more helpful, easy DIY tips to help get by until the kids are back in school!
DIY SELF TANNING
I...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty tips, makeup, self tanning | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Sunscreen is our friend.
By Kelly Reising
ODE TO SUNSCREEN - My True Friend
Oh, Sunscreen! How I love you so!
You do so much for me that you will never know
How your SPF of at least 30 protects me from the UVA
And UVB rays
So that my skin won’t end up looking like a prune
With...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, sunscreen, beauty advice, makeup | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
A coffee fix without the caffeine; lipstick news
By Kelly Reising
I love coffee…love it, love it, love it, love it. Now that I am pregnant with my second child, how can I get my coffee fix without actually drinking any of it?
Ah, the smell and taste of a cup of coffee. I love it, too. You just can’t...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, makeup, lipstick | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
My bikini line is on fire! Also, lip gloss hating husbands and fresh fragrance fun
By Kelly Reising
I have a serious problem. My bikini line is on fire! I have to shave everyday in order to be bathing suit presentable, and for some reason I keep getting horrible razor burn. What can I do?
The easiest solution would be to find one of those granny...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty advice, makeup, razor burn, lip gloss, fragrance | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Getting ready in a hurry.
By Kelly Reising
No time! No Time! There's never any time! Remember that scene from "Mommie Dearest" when Faye Dunaway, who was brilliant as Joan Crawford by the way, is screaming bloody murder at her oldest daughter about not having enough time for everything?...read more |
Tags: mother magnetism, beauty, makeup, advice, hair length, facial cleansers | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
Dealing with an unexpected short haircut and summer hair care tips.
By Kelly Reising
I went to my stylist, and wanted a trim. I did not get a trim. It’s beyond short at the moment. The poor girl actually cut my neck with her scissors. People say it looks cute, but I am a little freaked. My makeup isn’t looking right...read more |
Tags: makeup, beauty tips, mother magnetism, hair | | Filed under: Columnists | Mother Magnetism
BlogHer '07 - Beauty & Style Wrapup
By Kelly Reising
My oldest daughter told me today, when I was doing her doll’s hair, in elaborate pin curls, that “Wow, Mom, you are quite a fashionista!” Where did she even hear that term? I thought to myself that my kid is a chip off the old block...read more |
Tags: fashion, style, beauty, mother magnetism, amy sedaris, aol, blogher |
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