Army Wives and Project Runway Coming Up!

So it's official, Project Runway is really gone from Bravo and will be premiering on Lifetime on August 20. They also have a new show premiering after the beloved "body".

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Ready to "make it work"? Lifetime Television sews up the summer with the highly anticipated “Project Runway” Season 6, premiering on Thursday, August 20 at 10 pm et/pt. Host Heidi Klum and mentor Tim Gunn, with judges Michael Kors and Nina Garcia, will guide 16 talented designers to see who makes the cut for Fashion Week. The new series “Models of the Runway” follows “Project Runway” at 11 pm et/pt, giving fans a never-before-seen peek behind the scenes from the models’ point of view on the catwalk.



But first it's our favorite wives. I got so addicted to this show, partly because I have a family member in the military, but also because their stories are so believable.

If you're having a viewing party for either show we'd love to know! Send us your pics at info@encyclopediaofbeauty.com. We might just post them on our site and blogs!

Cellulite Creams that Actually Work

From Chanel to L'Oreal, which creams firmed thighs and which failed

Let's face it: Cellulite is a part of life most of us need to accept. Experts generally agree that while you can't completely get rid of it, you can minimize its appearance with the right products. But what are those? We had a panel test a variety of at-home approaches. Find out which products worked best for them -- and which were a waste of time and money. See products

The Best "As Seen on TV" Makeup

These hits, from channels like QVC and HSN, have our readers running for the phone

We've all done it: you can't sleep, turn on the TV, watch a spokesperson rave about some new makeup, and the next thing you know you're pulling out your credit card. Problem is, not all of those late-night impulse buys are that great. However, after checking out this list of the top "as seen on TV" makeup, you'll know what's worth the splurge. See makeup

No. 12: Dior Mascara Diorshow, $24

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.4*

"It gives me the most dramatic and thick lashes, and makes them look so long..."

No. 11: Pur Minerals 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup/Foundation, $24.50

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9*

"It is a snap to apply, lasts a long time, doesn't look cakey or dry and really appears natural..."

No. 10: Laura Geller Balance & Brighten Compact, $29.50

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.2*

"This is my go-to foundation whenever I am in a hurry and... don't have time for a full face of makeup..."

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The Best and Worst Deodorants

Which ones do readers say are guaranteed to stop the stink?

Deodorant is just one of those products you need to be able to trust. That's why we asked our readers to share which deodorants kept them sweat and odor free all day and which, well, didn't. Check out their picks, and say goodbye to stinky pits. See deodorants

The Worst: No. 4: Crystal Body Deodorant Spray, $2.40

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.4*

"It was very messy. The nozzle would get clogged and the deodorant went everywhere except where I aimed it to go..."

No. 3: Clarins Gentle Care Cream Deodorant, $15

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.2*

Readers complain about the "hefty price" and the "odd scent." They also say "the cream is a little messy..."

The Best: No. 8: Secret Clinical Strength, $6.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.3*

"I have hyper-hydrosis, and it makes me feel disgusting," one reader says. "This is the only non-prescription strength product I can use, and it works!"

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What Kind of Makeup Fashionista Are You?

Find the best makeup for your personal style with this quiz

Are you obsessed with the new neon trend or are you more of a stick-to-what-works kinda gal? Take this quiz to find out what kind of makeup fashionista you are and in turn you'll get customized makeup tips and product recommendations that'll help keep your beauty needs satisfied. Take the quiz

The Rise of the 'Killer Heel'

by Hillary Alexander, Telegraph UK, May 2009





They are fierce, fabulous, fashionable – and fiendishly high. And they carry a lethal price-tag. We are talking about "killer heels", the 11cm to 14cm weapons of style. Louis Vuitton’s exotic "Spicy" range shook the shoe biz galaxy to the core this spring – rocketing the £1,000-plus shoe from a luxury people dreamt about to an A-list must-have. Read article.

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

Makeup Tricks That Erase 10 Years

Try these simple color and texture changes to look younger today

Here's motivation for you: At the end of this article, you can cozy up to your makeup mirror and emerge looking 10 years younger. What habits to break, what new techniques to try -- it's all here with before-and-after pictures. See tips

Seven Deadly Skin Sins

Want gorgeous skin? Start by making sure you don't commit any of these skin-damaging crimes

We hate to get preachy on you, but if you want your skin to look great well into your 80s, you'll follow this advice, courtesy of dermatologists and skin care experts. When asked what the worst possible things for our skin are, these topped their lists. So now, repeat after us, "thou shalt not"... See sins

Real-Woman Tutorial: How to Wear Bright Eyeshadow

Yes, you can wear teal shadow without looking garish -- just follow these steps

This tutorial is designed to show you step-by-step how to wear bright colored eyeshadow (which is doable even if you have small or Asian eyes). Brightly colored eyes can dress up a look when paired with a neutral or nude face, or accessorize an entire outfit. Just make sure you know how to wear it before rocking it in the office. See how-to

What's Your Ideal Glam Lip Color?

Take this quiz to find out which lipstick shade reflects your personal taste

Soft on the inside yet bold on the outside, highly pigmented lip colors can speak volumes about your personality -- before you've uttered a word. Find out which shade of the beauty editor- and consumer-favorite MAX Factor Vivid Impact Lipcolor you should be wearing. Take the quiz

Get Your Best Lashes and Lips

Readers and Bloggers share their favorite tricks for playing up our flirtiest features

Oh, those eyes! Those lips! Keep all eyes fixed on your gorgeous face with these alluring tips and tricks from TotalBeauty.com's glam-savvy readers and bloggers. See tricks

No More Nibbling

State orders closure of fish-nibbling salon at Mayfair (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
By Rick Romell of the Journal Sentinel

State officials have shut down the fish-nibbling skin care salon at Mayfair Mall after a month of operation, the owner of the business said Wednesday.

Gerald Williamson, owner of Doctor Fish Magnifique, said the Department of Regulation & Licensing ordered his business closed Tuesday, saying it violated state rules.

In the shop's regimen, about 100 little Asian "doctor fish" - formally, garra rufa fish - nibble away dead skin cells on patrons' feet as they soak in a clear plastic tank.

Department officials earlier had said that people offering pedicures must sanitize equipment for each customer and questioned how fish could be sanitized.

The store's position was that it did not offer pedicures and instead offered exfoliation treatment. The salon doesn't provide nail services and maintains that its procedure isn't technically a pedicure and not subject to the licensing requirements.

Williamson is keeping his equipment in his store, hoping for a reversal of the shutdown order. He also is considering a move to Illinois, where he said such fish treatments are legal.

Doctor Fish Magnifique made a big splash when it opened last month, but business fell off after state officials questioned whether the procedures were sanitary, Williamson said.

"The fish are very sanitary," he said. "There are no documented cases in the world of these fish passing diseases or germs or anything." Read article.

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Forever 21 launches Faith 21

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Sizing available in 14-2X. Faith 21's site currently doesn't have any bottoms (read pants) to choose from, still it's a step in the right direction. Here's a current list of Faith 21 stores.

F.D.A. Orders Warning Label for Botox

By Natasha Singer, New York Times, April 30, 2009

Botox and other similar antiwrinkle drugs must now carry the most stringent kind of warning label, the Food and Drug Administration said Thursday.

The F.D.A. issued that order the day after the agency approved a new drug, Dysport, that is expected to be the first real challenger to Botox in the United States. Like Botox, Dysport is an injectable drug derived from the paralytic agent botulinum toxin.

The F.D.A. said such drugs must carry warning labels explaining that the material has the potential to spread from the injection site to distant parts of the body — with the risk of serious difficulties, like problems with swallowing or breathing.

Requiring a drug to carry a box with bold-face risk information — a so-called black-box warning — is one of the strongest safety actions the F.D.A. can take. Black boxes are typically reserved for medications known to have serious or life-threatening risks. Read article.

Alternatives to Beauty Salon and Spa Treatments

Find out how you can get professional-level results at home

Who has the money or the time to head to the spa or beauty salon these days? Not us. That's why we searched around for gadgets and products that would give us spa-worthy results at home. Check them out and be on your way to better skin and hair, without making a huge dent in your bank account. See gadgets

Amazing Celebrity Transformations

How hairstyles, makeup (and surgery?) makeovers have changed stars like Gwen Stefani and up-and-comers like Susan Boyle

Okay, so none of these women were ever ugly, but all of them used hair, makeup and even surgery to go from blah to stunning throughout their careers. Do you like their original look or their new one better? See makeovers

The Best and Worst Sunscreens

See which products will prevent your skin from looking lobster-like all summer long

Whether we like it or not, sunscreen is a must for all of us. And according to Heidi Waldorf, M.D. of Waldorf Dermatology & Laser Associates in Nanuet, NY, we need "an SPF of at least a 15 daily." No one wants to spend all summer slathering on sunblock, but with these reader favorites maybe it wont seem like such a chore. See sunscreens

No. 14: Ole Henriksen Invigorating Night Gel, $45

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 6*

Why: Readers complain that it "is too orange" and "the brush bristles break off and shed..."

No. 3: Philosophy A Pigment Of Your Imagination SPF 18, $30

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 5.5*

Why: Readers didn't like the "thick and sticky" formula and hue, which "turns my skin yellowish and made me look like I was sick..."

The Best: No. 14: Dermalogica Super Sensitive Face Block SPF 30, $40.50

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.2*

Why: Readers like that it is SPF 30 and that it is "not greasy, doesn't clog pores or cause breakouts."

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