TRUE BLOOD’S RUTINA WESLEY EMMY LOOK
True Blood's Rutina Wesley "Tara" at the Emmy Awards
Tara (known in real life as Rutina Wesley) hit the red carpet at last night’s Emmy Awards and showed that bold red lips and rosy cheeks go well with dark chocolate. Every time I see a dark skin woman, like Naomi and now Rutina Wesley, with bright red lips, I hope that it will dispel the myth that women of a darker hue should stick to berry or bronze lip color!
Here are some tips to step outside of that box and try this look…
CHEEKS: MAC powder blush in “Frankly Scarlet” - $18.50
They say men are visual creatures, but I just think they’re typical creatures — turned on and out by whatever tickles their senses. Now that you’ve caught his eye, here are a few ways to lure him with some beautiful scents…
Fekkai Apple Cider Shampoo - $23.00
Hanae Mori Butterfly Perfume - $90
Dolce + Gabbana Rose The One Shower Gel - $38.00
Can you remember the last time you actually purchased lipstick? I can’t. When lip glosses hit the market in any and every color desired, lipsticks soon became a thing of the past. Like many of you, I would bypass the lipstick rack and go for the easier option — color, moisture and shine all in one gloss. Now that it’s all about bold, intense lip color, beauty experts have revived the lip stick.
Freshen up your look by choosing your perfect color from three hot shades: Reds, Berries and Nudes
HOT REDS
Illamasqua in Encounter - $22
SoftSpa Massaging Bath Cushion with Handheld Remote Control - $29.99 at Bed, Bath and Beyond
This bath cushion with ultra-soft foam padding features two powerful motors with dual speed vibration settings and an easy-to-use handheld remote control.
The Body Shop Bath Gloves – 2 for $4
Remove dead skin cells and increase the lather of your body wash with exfoliating mitts.
Aveda Color Conserve set - $56
If your new hair color fades too quickly between retouches, here are three simple ways you can keep your color and highlights bright and avoid over processing your mane.
1. Stay out of direct sunlight — UV rays causes color to fade quicker
2. Spend less time in the pool — Chlorine is very damaging to color treated hair, so use a swim cap if you must go for a long swim
Zeno Mini - $89
The Zeno Mini is said to clear up 90 percent of breakouts in just 24 hours. It treats acne by using heat to destroy the bacteria. Get more info at MyZeno.com
Sephora 3 in 1 Extractor - $22
This stainless steel extractor is effective and does not leave scars, if used correctly. The small loop end targets white heads; the flat loop extracts stubborn black heads; the lance delicately pierces white heads, when necessary. Get it at Sephora.com
There are French waxing, American waxing and then the most popular and to some most painful Brazilian wax. A fan of this “green with no hair in between” wax job—Brazilians is the most common of bikini waxes, and involves the complete removal of all hair in the pelvic area, front and back, buttocks and adjacent to the anus, perineum and vulva. Great if you love to sport a thong, or if you or your partner just love the clean look and easy access.
But along with the wonderful “benefits” that make you walk and tingle, there is much criticism that accompanies the Brazilian. So here are a few tips to make your experience a little less painful.
1. Make sure the spa location you chose is clean and friendly. Considering your lower regions are sensitive, you need to feel as comfortable as possible.
BAB Ceramic Straightening Iron - $ 29.99 at Ricki’s (Originally $59.99)
Sometimes we girls just need a change, and what better way to get it than with a new hair-do. A complete hair makeover can give you a mild dose of risk-taking, spontaneous rush and, at the same time, give your man the illusion of new eye-candy.
If you’re looking for a hair style to make you feel brand new, going short just might do the trick. Celebrities like Tia Mowry, Rihanna and Solange traded their lovely locks for a shorter, sweeter look, and NUBIA’s own life & style editor Cari just made the short list a week ago…
Cari, life & style editor
Tia Mowry
Solange
KEEP YOUR MAKEUP IN CHECK WITH THESE ANTI-SHINE BEAUTY BUYS
Urban Decay De-Slick Mattifying Powder $30
A shine-stopping pressed powder that blots oil and keeps shine at bay. The lavender shade applies invisibly and works on every skintone.
Sephora Collection Matte Blotting Film - $10
Simply press a single sheet flatly onto the areas of the face where you want to tame shine
