Top 20 Earth-Friendly Beauty Gifts The hottest skin care, makeup and hair care on every green chick’s holiday wish list Why not try something a little different this season and look for eco-friendly gifts? Any of the products in this round-up will fit the bill — they’re all eco-friendly and tested and approved by (notoriously picky) TotalBeauty.com readers. See products If You Liked This Post, Please Bookmark or Share: Read Full Story

How to Have a Feel-Good Holiday this Year ‘Tis the season to be an earth-friendly, environmentally conscious anti-scrooge Sleigh bells are ringing, snow is glistening, and you’re all about that walk through a winter wonderland. But along with the joy of these seasonal outdoor elements comes the stress of holiday shopping, party hopping and family gathering. We say, no need to be gloomy when there’s merriness to be found. Here, ways to relax and rejoice, whi... Read Full Story

Products that go on your underarms aren’t generally the ones you rave about, but when I received Clarsskin Underarm Cleanser ($22) to try, I was genuinely excited. I guarantee armpits are something most women do think about. Deodorants/anti-perspirants leave a waxy buildup that worsens underarm bumps and makes shaving difficult. This deodorant residue also contains metals that can yellow your clothing. I found Clarsskin Underarm Cleanser to be better than any soap or cream for get... Read Full Story

After getting inches of my hair chopped off in August, my new look is something a bit more flexible, thus more “me” at the moment. Versatility is key when it comes to hair, in my opinion. Styling short hair takes some getting used to but in the end I’ve found it to be much more fun, especially now that it’s grown to a more manageable length (even after a couple trims). Regarding hair growth, many girls are afraid to try a more daring (shorter) hairstyle due to fear that their own hair will t... Read Full Story

Galit Strugano, celebrity makeup artist and creator of Girlactik Beauty makeup collection, explains the techniques of applying makeup with your fingers and different tools to achieve the perfect makeup look… Finger Application – Mind Your Pressure Points Each of your fingers has a different pressure point affecting the pressure of touch. Knowing them can be useful in applying makeup. A bonus with finger application is the oils and heat from your skin melts the product better ... Read Full Story

Everything You Need to Fight Adult Acne What causes it, how to treat it and more is all here Got adult acne? Join the club — nearly half of women over 25 do! Luckily, there is something you can do about those annoying blemishes. With this guide you’ll get everything you need — from products to tips and more — to have the clear skin you want. See guide If You Liked This Post, Please Bookmark or Share: Read Full Story

My red lip color of choice at the moment is Plumped Red from L’Oreal’s Infallible Plumping 6-Hr Plumping Lip Gloss collection. The color feedback is rich yet customizable: two coats gives you a sheerer red with shimmer and four coats imparts more of what Gossip Girl Leighton Meester’s pout looks like here: It’s true — Leighton, too, loves Plumped Red. As stated in my original review of L’Oreal Infallible Plumping Gloss, the best thing is that Plumped Red ... Read Full Story

Every girl’s got her favorite “party” fragrance, the one that’s perfect to spritz on after sliding on tights, a short dress, and thigh-high boots  for the weekend’s festivities. For me it’s Couture Couture, Juicy Couture’s newest eau de parfum that lasts through the night. The bottle is gorgeous with its delicate grooves, pink zipper, gold charms and statement cap. Laced with my favorite middle note, honeysuckle, Couture Couture also smells of mandar... Read Full Story

Holiday Tipping Cheat Sheet Who deserves an extra treat this year? Find out! Money is tight, we know, but it’s still nice to give a little something extra to the people who make our lives easier all year round. Find out who you should be tipping this season and how much (don’t worry, it won’t break the bank!). See tips If You Liked This Post, Please Bookmark or Share: Read Full Story

I love EcoTools makeup brushes, so I was excited to test out their bath and body line. Their collection is paraben-free, phthalate-free, and cruelty-free, and care was taken to make the line not only eco-friendly but both bold and chic. The packaging is brown and green with a playful splash of pink, and the collection is also affordable, with products ranging from $7.99-14.99. “One Hand Helps the Other” Intensive Hand Cream ($7.99) by ecoTools contains jojoba oil for moisturization and has ... Read Full Story