Beauty Pick Me Up - Skin Flaws? Masque It!

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Facial and spa treatments that we used to get at our favorite salon are now becoming more and more readily available in at-home versions.


One such beauty product that's effective and super simple to DIY is the facial mask. Whether it comes in mask or peel form, the facial mask is a quick way to rectify any skin type. You just have to know what to look for!


Well, that's where we come in. Check out our tips for the best type of facial mask for different skin types, then click on the slideshow to see some of our favorites!



Normal Skin - This is a simple one! For you, a facial mask should just be for maintenance and prevention. Look for moisturizing face masks chock full of vitamin C or anti-oxidants. Apply a face mask once every 2 weeks.



Oily Skin - Look for a clay mask or a facial peel that will mattify and control shine. Steer clear of anything that's super moisturizing as this can lead to even more shine. Try a mask once a week for optimum results!



Dry Skin - A facial mask once a week can do wonders for dry skin. Look for options that have vitamin E and are highly moisturizing. A quick tip for a little added hydration? Smooth on a dime sized amount of night cream after your done with the facial mask!

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Beauty Pick Me Up - Renew Your Skin!

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Late night parties, days spent lounging in the sun, weekend getaways ... all these things are what makes summer so special.


But all these things also take a toll on our skin. So pamper your pores and soothe and smooth yourself from head-to-toe with gentle exfoliating. Not all body parts are created equal, though! What may work wonders for your body can be too harsh on your face and hands exfoliators may not make a dent at all when it comes to your feet.


Take a look at a few of our exfoliating tips and then click on the slideshow to see some of our favorite exfoliating products!



Face - Your visage is the the first thing that people notice so make sure what they're noticing is a smooth face. Facial skin is delicate, however, so be sure to opt for an exfoliator that's gentle with small, rounded beads of uniform size.

Don't scrub too vigorously as a rough application can do more harm than good. And space out the treatments to once a week, or even once every two weeks for finer, more sensitive skin.



Body - All that fun in the sun can mean dull, dead skin that needs to be sloughed off to help make your summer tan pop even more! Try using an exfoliating body wash once a week to keep skin looking smooth and soft.

Apply just a quarter sized amount to a washcloth and scrub, focusing on areas like the elbows and knees.



Hands - Pretty hands are feminine and attractive. But besides a fresh manicure, the state of our skin also makes a difference! Make sure your handshake feels smooth and soft by exfoliating you hands one every week and a half.

There are some great hand exfoliating products out there, but make your life easier by opting for a handwash that moisturizes and exfoliates all at once!



Feet - Your feet carry your weight and you use them to walk, run or dance. So it's no surprise that our feet need the most love.

Soak feet in warm water for about ten minutes before applying and using an exfoliator. This helps soften the skin for easier removal. Focus on areas like the balls of the foot and the heel, using repeated circular motions with a little pressure. Finish with a thick, foot cream to keep skin soft.

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Attention STYLEHIVE!: Meet Rihanna With Nivea's #SKIN2SKIN Challenge!

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We love Rihanna and not only for her music but also for how beautiful she is!


One of Rihanna's greatest assets? Her smooth flawless skin. It only makes sense that Rihanna and Nivea would team up to bring to you the #SKIN2SKIN challenge to celebrate 100 years of skin care.

Simply submit your photo for the challenge and automatically be entered for a chance to meet Rihanna! More details here.



And that's not it! Exclusively for our Hivers - we have 2 tickets to Rihanna's concert on July 21st in East Rutherford, New Jersey! They're great seats (within the first 15 rows!) and it's so easy to enter!


Simply answer this question in comments below - What's your favorite Rihanna song?






*This Contest will ONLY provide €œwinner€� with concert ticket(s). You MUST have your own transportation. You MUST have your own LODGING. You MUST be 18+.

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Beauty Pick Me Up - Apres Sun

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The Memorial Day long weekend usually means lots of grilling and BBQ-ing and fun in the sun with family and friends. But for some of us, there may have been a little too much sun and now we're seeing red ... as in sunburn red that is.


When the good-times have subsided and it's back to business as usual, what can we do now to take away the sting of a little too much sun and cool down the burn?


Soothing sprays, aloe rubs and other creams and serums can all help so check out our fave picks for apres sun!



The Body Shop - Soothing Aloe Day Cream, $16.00

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Beauty Pick Me Up - Vegan For Your Skin

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There's been a lot of talk about cooking with and eating organic and vegan foods. It's true that it's good for our bodies and can do wonders for our well-being, but cutting out certain foods or only eating other certain ones can be difficult and hard to stick to.


No worries! Try the new vegan trend on your skin instead! It's still all-natural and good for both you and the Earth! No animal by-products or testing and the safest, most beneficial ingredients and guaranteed results. All-natural and vegan beauty and skin-care products are also a great alternative for those with sensitive skin.


What's not to love about our favorite organic and vegan skin-care and beauty products? Check them out!

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Beauty Pick Me Up - Your Best Facial ... At Home!

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Daily stresses, long nights, free radicals ... all these things can really do a number on our skin. Your skin is your best accessory so you want to make sure it's always looking smooth, dewy and fresh but not all of us may have the time or budget to get ourselves into the spa once a week.


No worries! You can pamper yourself in the comfort of your own home and get the same results with ingredients from the fridge or extras in your bathroom cabinet. A daily cleansing and moisturizing routine is a must, but you'd be surprised what a difference a weekly or bi-weekly facial can do! So always look glowing and fresh no matter what type of skin issue you may have!


Take a look at these three facials and find the one that's perfect for you!



Skin Revival - This facial of perfect for those with relatively problem free skin and are just looking for a way to get that glow back in the middle of the week.


First, put 2 cups of water in a small sauce pan and bring to a boil. In a large bowl, add another 2 cups of water and a few ice-cubes and throw in a face towel.


While waiting, wash your face with your normal cleanser. Pat dry and when the water has come to a boil, lean your face over the pot, hovering about 6-8 inches above and drape a towel over your head and face. Stay this way for about 5 mins. (feel free to come up for air if it starts to get too steamy!)


Wring out the face towel in the ice bath and put it over your face. Let this stay for 2 minutes, re-dipping and wringing at the one minute mark if the cold in the towel is gone. This allows pores to open and retract, leaving skin glowing and supple,



Dry Skin/ Fine Line Moisture Boost - Here's 2 faves that work! This is perfect for those with dry skin and fine lines that need a boost of hydration.


For the first, separate an egg and use only the yolk. Add in a tsp of olive oil and a teaspoon of honey. Mix well and apply to your cleansed face. Let sit for 15-20 mins and rinse with warm water.


Need a quick fix? Try this second facial - Mash up an avocado with 3 tsp of plain yogurt and mix well. Apply evenly on your cleansed face and let it sit for 10-15 mins. Rinse with warm water.


The natural oils and vitamins in these foods help boost hydration and reduce the appearance of fine lines while leaving skin soft and dewy.



Blemish Remedy - Outside facial masks and beauty products can sometimes be too harsh on already red and sensitive skin. Try on of these 2 facial methods to clear the skin of blemishes, prevent pimples and reduce redness.


Mash or blend a tomato. In a bowl, mix the tomato puree with 2 tablespoons of powdered milk or plain yogurt. Mix into a paste and apply it to cleansed face. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes and then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.


This one is a great skin soother. Simply blend a small handful of asparagus spears and add a few tablespoons of oatmeal (NOT the flavored kind!). Mash into a paste and apply it to the affected areas. Let it sit for 10 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.

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GIVEAWAY! Win The New bareMinerals Skin Re-Newing Trio!

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We love San Francisco based skincare brand, bareMinerals, for their natural and light makeup products that actually improves your skin as you use it!


With such an innovative idea of making cosmetics that can almost double as skincare, it's only logical that their actual skincare products are nothing short of amazing. bareMinerals has a new skincare line out known as their Skin Renewing Trio.


Full of macro and micro minerals and ActiveSoil Complex, these new products give you more radiant skin, makes pores smaller, lets cells regenerate faster and have triple the antioxidant properties found in blueberries! We're in love all over again!


Cleanser - It removes makeup and impurities while balancing the skin, leaving it soft, supple and smooth.


Moisturizer - Full of electrolytes and antioxidants, the moisturizer leaves skin dewy and hydrated while smoothing out blemishes and fine lines!


Treatment - Heals, smooths and rejuvenates skin! Give your skin a glow while fixing fine lines and uneven tone.



GIVEAWAY! - We're giving away the new bareMinerals Skin Renewing Trio to three of our lucky Hivers! Simply upload your top five must-have beauty products and leave us a comment below!



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If you do not already have the StyleHive bookmarklet, simply drag and drop the 'Hive It!' button from the homepage into your tool bar.


When you find a product you like from your favorite retail site, simply click and go!

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Peter Thomas Roth's 'Dragon's Blood' Complex Fights Back Against The Signs of Aging Skin!

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If you're sick of hearing about Charlie Sheen and his 'tiger€™s blood' (if you don't know what I'm talking about, spare yourself and don't Google it), maybe you'll find more meaning in skin care maven Peter Thomas Roth's Dragon's Blood.


The line€™s new Laser-Free Resurfacer incorporates a very magical-sounding ingredient to create very real results that attempt to reverse the signs of aging without expensive laser treatments, and boasts a visible difference in skin's appearance even after the initial application!
Dragon's Blood, a red extract from the Amazon's Croton Lechleri tree (since when do all the best skin care ingredients come from the Amazon?!) is said to accelerate skin repair by improving texture and tone that normally deteriorates over time due to sun, environmental damage, and the natural effects of aging. In other words, with regular use of this serum, you can apparently lessen the look of wrinkles and fine lines by over 50% in 4 weeks!


For $75, it's not exactly a steal, but if it works as well as it claims to, it certainly beats going under the laser!



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Beauty Pick Me Up - Skin Remedies!

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Your skin if your best accessory and your smiling face is what people see first so it's important to make sure it's always looking it's best! While we weren't all born with the flawless-skin gene a la Halle Berry, there are beauty secrets that can help diminish and smooth out whatever blemish and flaw it is that you have! We've chosen the most common skin problems and are giving tried and true tips on how to banish them away! Then click on the slideshow for products that we love!



Dark Eye Circles - This nasty little beauty flaw is difficult to get rid of and can make even the brightest visage seem tired. There are many creams and gels (look for Retinol-A in the ingredients) that can help lighten dark under-eye circles, but remember to be consistent in applying them! Once in the morning and once before bed is ideal. Dark circles are also commonly caused by an iron deficiency so start ordering steaks and spinach for added iron!



Puffy Eyes - Puffy eyes are a sign of tired eyes and can add years to the face. If you're already consistently getting a well-rested night of sleep, trying eye-creams and serums that have an anti-inflammatory or soother can help. Again, be consistent with application. Need a quick remedy? Cold masks and compresses or the age-old model secret of frozen spoons held against the eyes for a few minutes brings down swelling and puffiness!



Sun-Spots - Sun spots come after years and years of unprotected exposure to the sun so, in this case, prevention is the best cure. Applying (and reapplying!) a strong SPF before venturing out is a must, even in overcast weather. Hats are your friend and staying in the shade is a good idea. Already have sun spots? Lightening and whitening creams can help diminish the appearance of sun spots. If they are large or dark enough, sun spots can lead to much more serious health concerns so get them checked out and for major cases, laser removal is an option.



Shiny Skin - Don't you hate it when a would-be-perfect picture is ruined by an excessively shiny or oily forehead and cheeks? There are a few ways to combat the dreaded 'shiny forhead'. A mattifying primer applied before make up will help. There are many mattifying face washes and powders as well and invest (like $4!) in a pack of blotting papers to throw in your purse to de-shine on the go!

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Tarte Takes a Tip From The Tropics with Their Amazonian Clay Set!

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I know the idea of pampering yourself with clay sounds a bit strange, but don't pretend you haven't heard it before. Facials, clay masks, mud baths - there's something about getting dirty in the spa that makes your skin look and feel impeccably clean and smooth!


Now the makeup mavens at Tarte Cosmetics have picked up on what skincare experts have known for ages - clay neutralizes finicky, temperamental skin, so whether you're battling oiliness, dryness, shininess, or a combo of facial woes, clay-infused beauty products help balance your skin concerns to ensure that your makeup wears longer and looks flawless. Not convinced? Check out Sephora's Amazonian Clay Discovery set by Tarte to test out a slew of their clay products and see for yourself.


Including an EmphasEYES Shadow Stick, Waterproof Liner, 12-hour Blush, Smooth Operator finishing powder, and their original best-selling Lights, Camera, Lashes mascara to top it all off - it's still your same favorite Tarte products, but with new long-wearing benefits. After all, the clay traveled all the way from the Amazon River - at $39, the least you could do is take these ground-breaking beauty products for a test-run!



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