Beach Beauty with Jemma Kidd

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Looking good at the beach can seem a challenging proposition ... especially at the beginning of the summer.


International make-up artist and award winning product designer, Jemma Kidd, offers tips for the beach-bound to feel confident and ready for the summer months ahead.


To get started, 'Mix a little body shimmer into sunscreen to prevent skin from looking dull, and use make-up to define the eyes and add a healthy glow.'


Jemma Kidd gives us tips on how to look good for a full summer day! From lounging on the beach, then from beach to bar, she's got the insider beauty secrets!



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Beauty Pick Me Up - 3 Summer Must-Haves To Throw In Your Tote!

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When it's hot and humid out, the last thing you want it heavy makeup.


The heat and sweat makes eyeliner smudge and concealer and foundation feel caked on. Powders and shadows smear and mascara starts to run, plus darker colors just seem too heavy for the summer heat.


When it comes to warm, sunny days, we want to keep our makeup as light and natural as possible, but still look put-together and polished. Check out our picks for the three must-have summer beauty products that you can throw in your tote and rest-assured that you'll always be looking your summer best ... naturally!



Lengthening & Defining Mascara - As opposed to volumizing, thickening mascara. Give your lashes a break and a lighten up the load for a more summer appropriate beauty style. A subtle lift and lengthen does wonders in making eyes seem brighter and more alert!



Tinted Moisturizer - While a good foundation can make skin seem flawless, it also has a tendency to feel heavier in the heat and you risk clogging pores. But can't a girl get a little help? A tinted moisturizer keeps skin dewy and soft while still providing just the right amount of smoothing over for a still natural look. Make sure to get one with SPF!



Cream Blush - Even with the natural flush from the sun, a small touch of blush helps contour the face ands add a youthful, girl-next-door appeal. But powder blushes tend to streak or settle unevenly as the hot day wears on. Try a touch of cream blush, instead. It blends seamlessly into skin, giving just the right touch of sun-kissed rose.


Click on the slideshow to see our fave tried and true products that can give you a pretty, au naturale look for summer!

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Beauty Pick Me Up - 3 Trends That Make A Splash!

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Now that summer is in full swing, we've got numerous pool parties, BBQs, beach bonfires and other fun sunny day/ balmy night activities to look forward to! And while summer activities usually call for more casual looks and minimal makeup, here are three beauty ideas that are easy to do at home or at your favorite salon and fun to try. They're guaranteed to help you make a splash and really stand out!



Dip-Dyed Hair - This hair trend allows you to really have some fun without doing anything too drastic. Simply choose a color that you want (try a few shades lighter than your hair color for a subtle look, or go for a head turning hue like red or blue for Fourth of July!). Simply section your hair into three parts and tie your hair off with an elastic to the point where you want the dyed color to stop. Brush the hair dye paste onto the ends and let it sit for 20 mins. (times vary be dye). Rinse and voila!



Two-Tone French Manicure - French manicures are always a classic, but punch it up for summer by picking bright hues! A white base with red and blue tips are great for Independence Day, or try out a neon combo for an even more electrifying look! Paint 2 coats of the chosen base color onto your nails, allowing ample time to dry (this beauty tip works best when the base color is lighter than the tip). Using nail tape, or just a very steady hand, paint an even strip of the second color across the tip of your nails. Repeat for a more saturated color then finish with a shiny top coat when dry!



Boldly Colored Eye-Liner - When it's hot out, the last thing you want is heavy makeup that can clog pores or melt in the summer heat. But that doesn't mean you have to go bare! Simple line your upper and lower lids with a vibrantly colored eyeliner and finish off with a light coat of waterproof mascara. This beauty tip is guaranteed to be eye-catching (pun intended)! We're loving teal, violet and ... for the truly bold ... deep orange!



Click on the slideshow to see some of our fave products that make trying these beauty pick me ups a cinch!

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Daily Obsesh - Cream Cutout Floral Print Suntop

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This is the stuff we live for in the warmer months - florals, flowy tops, fun colors, and sexy shapes. Summer is all about good times and fun apparel so this Cream Cutout Floral Print Suntop by Topshop really gets us going!


Imagine yourself, crossbody bag slung across your shoulder, a great pair of espadrilles, and this top as you stroll the streets and soak in the summer sun.


That's what this tank is all about - a carefree attitude and great style. What makes this top unique is the cutouts along the side to expose just a little bit more skin and giving a great shape. It mixes traditional floral patterns with a more industrial look by placing an exposed zipper at the front.


Summer's here - arrive in style!



Where to Buy - Topshop



Price - $56.00





Who Found It - Cream Cutout Floral Print Suntop' to the Hive.

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The 5 Hottest Nail Shades This Summer!

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Getting a manicure is always the quickest and cheapest way to update your look or help you feel more ready and put-together. Whether you abide by a rigid salon schedule, or are more the type to give yourself a few new coats of polish at home, a manicure lets you change your look with just a few strokes of the brush. Your nails are also a perfect way to try out a new trend or color without altering your personal style too drastically and even the priciest bottle shouldn't set you over $20. This summer, nail color trends have been all over the place. Sheer nudes are in to give a lighter, more seasonal vibe and match the nude show trend. Minty seafoam greens were and still are all the rage as the newest it color, and of course there's light, girly pinks galore - a feminine summertime staple. Deep purples and blues are a great alternative the heavy black of last season and look sultry and sexy for a hot summer night. What's your favorite summer nail color? Click on the slideshow to see our picks of this summers top 5 nail colors and who we think did them just right!

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Sparkle And Shine This Summer With Shimmer-Infused Beauty Products!

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Depending where you are in the world, the summer temperature can vary, but most likely, it's gonna be HOT. And the hotter the weather, the less clothes and more skin and since we're already showing it off, why not take advantage of the sun and help yourself really sparkle for the summer? A light dusting of shimmery cosmetics over the body, or in small doses on the face catch the suns rays and adds a flirty, sexy appeal. I'm not talking about the body glitters that we applied so generously in our younger years that made us look like we tripped and fell into an elementary art project. Instead, think of a subtle shimmer in eye-shadows, lip glosses, blushes and bronzers. If applied correctly, a subtle shimmer helps slim and sculpt while adding a summer sparkle and is sure to catch attention. Ready to shine this summer? Click on the slideshow to check out some of my favorite shimmer-infused beauty products that are perfect for summer!

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Recession Chic: Your Best Face Foward With Summer Cosmetics For $20 Or Less!

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Summer is all about light, breezy and laid-back. Hot temperatures and searing sun rays make it better to wear less coverage in both apparel and beauty. While we're trading in our boots and leggings for sandals and sundresses, it's not a bad idea to trade in our heavier make-up products for lighter, more sheer coverage as well. Tinted moisturizers, cream blushes and light shimmery powders are perfect for a more natural look for summer. Waterproof versions of eyeliners and mascaras in unique colors are an interesting way to add some style and to keep your face in place for the hot sun and possible water-activities you may be partaking in. However, we all know that getting a whole new batch of cosmetics will likely cost a pretty penny and that makes it hard to give our make-up bag the summer make-over it needs. No worries! With a little searching, we've been able to find every kind of summer beauty product you may need for a lighter, more sheer, summer look (some with skin saving SPF too) and for less than $20! Click on the slideshow and check out the top summer beauty products that won't weigh your face or credit card down!

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Hot In The Hive: Urban Decay Summer Of Love Nail Kit

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When it comes to nail polish, I have a fear of commitment. I don't know if it's just because I'm too tempted by all the beautiful colors in existence, or maybe it's because I just recently kicked my nail-biting habit and I'm trying to enjoy having gorgeous nails for once in my life. Either way, compulsively buying full bottles of on-trend nail colors is really burning a hole in my wallet, especially when I'll just use it for a day and then get distracted by the newest color on the shelf (plus, the turnover rate for trendy nail polish is ridiculously quick)! Urban Decay's Summer Of Love Nail Kit is perfect for polish addicts like me -- it comes with six way different colors to suit any day or mood, from shimmery baby pink for your subtle days to the hottest of neon tangerines for your wildest pool party. Plus, since they're mini bottles, you won't let a full-sized bottle go to waste, and you get the whole set for a mere $28 (you can only buy 3 full-sized OPIs with that)! Let the enamel-experimenting begin!

Price: $28
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add the Urban Decay Summer Of Love Nail Kit to the Hive.

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Sheer Nail Polishes That Pop Against That Summer Tan!

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The best summer accessory is a tan. Whether it's from natural sun rays, or through the awesome invention of self-tanners, a golden hue adds warmth and sex-appeal and really pops when paired with the generally lighter summer color palette. While white and cream colored clothing have long been a summer staple for just that reason, another way to really help your tan pop is the use of sheer, light nail lacquers. Too icy for winter and too bland for spring, sheer, light nail polishes are just the thing for the sunny season. They make tans seem tanner and manicures look more pretty and polished (pun intended), but still allow you to indulge in the summer trend of bright and neon colored apparel. A sheer polish in a creamy nude or translucent white is clean, elegant and extremely versatile. Or try a tint of color like a pale blue or pastel purple to add a subtly chic and trendy edge to your summer look. You only need a coat or two to get this look just right, just remember to add a layer of a high-shine top coat every few days to keep manicures looking fresh and stylish! This work looks great on toes too, but they may need an extra coat. Click on the slideshow for some of my favorite sheer, light nail colors to get the most out of your summer tan!

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10 Waterproof Beauty Picks That Are Sure To Keep Your Face In Place!

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Let's face it -- pool parties and heavily-applied mascara don't mix. Sure, you could show up to the pool completely barefaced, but we makeup mavens know that'll happen when hell freezes over... or MAC goes out of business. But instead of avoiding cannonball splashes like the plague, praying that no one will tip your float and send you overboard, or inevitably looking like your face is totally melting off, why not just make sure you're prepared? Waterproof beauty doesn't work miracles (in other words, don't expect to go snorkeling and still look like you just applied), but it does do wonders when it comes to keeping your makeup fresh despite heavy moisture and splashing that would normally make it run down your face! Come see my slideshow of waterproof beauty picks that'll keep you covered through the wettest of summer days!

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