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Why we're loving Pinterest right now

17 May 2012 16:38 PM | Posted by bh'sLaura

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Sometimes you just don’t need words. And for us writers - who love to gush about the latest trends, products, looks and tips - making that statement goes against everything we’ve been taught. But even with our desire to put everything into words, we still know when to sit back, take our fingers off our keyboards, and let the pictures do the talking.

That’s why one of our latest social networking addictions is Pinterest. If you haven’t been on it yet, it’s a site that lets you share images and clips of all the cool things you love most (in the whole world) on virtual pinboards.

Think of it as a way to express your personality and your passions without having to worry about writing a status update that’s a) witty but not too smug, and b) not too offensive to any distant relatives you forgot were following your posts.

You can pin anything you like from around the web – from gorgeous clothing and jewellery to the hottest hair and make-up trends. And there are also some pretty spectacular shots people are posting on there for you to repin to your own boards.

At the moment, we’ve got several pinboards on the go, including beauty looks we want to copy, incredible nail art, the ultimate in hair inspiration, and our most recent one: the looks and products we’re lusting after this winter.

So, if you’re stuck in a make-up rut, or maybe you fancy adding some edgy new artwork to your nails, Pinterest could be a new place to take inspiration from.

Want to know what all the fuss is about? Take a peek at bh’s Pinterest boards and see the snaps that have been distracting us from our work (ahem, I mean providing us with excellent research material) this week.

Have you been on Pinterest yet? What types of pictures are you loving most?

Related links on bh:

See what life at beautyheaven is like – through our Instagram pics

Take a peek at our latest tweets

Member Comments

Posted by: Hippy (Australia)

I know a few people who have a pin interest account. It seems very cute, what, with your own little board to decorate and everything. I know Sportsgirl have one, and I have taken a look-see at their board.

Posted on: May 17, 2012 (1 hour ago)

Posted by: Madi678 (Australia)

Pintrest looks like so much fun. I love collecting things and arranging them on my real pin board at home. Tempted to request and invite and have a go but I don't know how I'll control myself time wise haha

Posted on: May 17, 2012 (1 hour ago)

Wicked wicks: Creating an at-home sanctuary

17 May 2012 11:31 AM | Posted by bh'sCherie

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When I think of winter, I imagine drinking delicious hot chocolates by an open fire, snuggling up on the couch in toastie slippers and a dressing gown, watching back-to-back episodes of my favourite – and somewhat lame – girlie TV show. You too? Thought so.

But can you see the common theme here, beauties? Yep, all these wonderful winter scenarios occur within the four walls of your home. (Unless you wear your fluffy spotted slippers to the supermarket, that is…)

So, it seems only right we put a little effort into making our home extra cosy during the cooler months, doesn’t it? You know, treating ourselves to a sanctuary-like environment with divine smelling candles that create a soft, subtle light, and home fragrances that relax, warm the senses or breathe new life into your house. Nice idea, huh?

Now, to encourage you to create your own relaxing, scented space at home this winter, we’ve whipped up a gallery containing some outrageously delicious smelling candles, home fragrances and diffusers. So take a moment to chill and unwind as you flick through these products, before creating your own at-home sanctuary to indulge in…

STARRING SANCTUARY-LIKE PRODUCTS:
1.   Glasshouse Esperance Mimosa and Wild Apple Triple Scented Candle
2.   Trelivings Blush Diffuser
3.   Sundari Chameli Candle
4.   Circa Home Pear & Lime Room Fragrance
5.   The Aromatherapy Company’s Viva La Colour Grapefruit & Nectarine Votive Candle
6.   Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Home Fragrance Oil
7.   Urban Rituelle Sweet Treats Pomegranate Soy Wax Candle
8.   L’Occitane Lavender Home Perfume
9.   SAX Soy Candle
10. Molton Brown White Mulberry Air

Do you light candles at home? Will you be creating an at-home sanctuary in your humble abode this winter?

Member Comments

Posted by: MoonlightSak (Australia)

Wow candles are my LOVE !!!!!!!!! haver candles all over my house and I cant stop buying them!!! Im intersted in the sundari chameli candle Im wondering who stocks them ?

Posted on: May 17, 2012 (7 hours ago)

Posted by: Michelle007 (Australia)

I do love a gorgeous scented candle, esp by the spa after a hard day, but mostly I try to pretend winter doesnt exist and spend the whole time hanging out for the warm weather to come back

Posted on: May 17, 2012 (7 hours ago)

Get that I’ve-just-had-a-facial glow – every day

16 May 2012 16:09 PM | Posted by Editor

Yesterday I was lucky enough to be treated to a beautiful facial at Sydney’s Observatory Hotel, which left my skin hydrated and glowing like never before (more about that particular treatment at a later stage). While it was an ah-mazing facial, with results that I could definitely see, it was pretty pricey – which got me thinking: can women only sport naturally glowing skin once every blue moon when they can afford to treat themselves to a facial?

Luckily, the answer to that question is no. While having regular facials is a sure-fire way to ensure that your skin radiates from within, thankfully, there are also products that you can use on a daily basis to promote a glowing, even-toned complexion – without having to give up three week’s worth of dinner to be able to afford it.

So what should you be looking for to increase the natural radiance in your skin? A product that specifically targets pigmentation and dullness is your best bet, as it will help to fade discolouration and dark spots, which in itself will make your skin look automatically brighter and more even toned.

Hydration is also key in giving your skin the overall appearance of good health, so while make-up products that promote radiance are great quick-fixes, if you want long-term luminosity then it’s always better to opt for a radiance-enhancing moisturiser or serum as these will no doubt be formulated with ingredients that nourish your skin, helping it to look softer, more supple and ultimately younger. Anything that contains light-reflecting particles will also help to diminish the appearance of dark circles, imperfections and shadows on your face, giving your skin that ‘lit from within’ appearance.

The beauty buy that fits the bill: If you want all the skin care benefits mentioned above at an affordable price, then you need to put L’Oreal Paris Youth Code Luminosity Day Serum on your shopping list. Formulated with lumi-gen technology and anderson liquid to minimise the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation and increase the radiance in your complexion, this illuminating serum will get to work in just one week to make your skin look brighter, even-toned and more youthful looking.

How often do you get facials? Would you incorporate a radiance-enhancing serum into your daily skin care regime if you knew it produced results?

Member Comments

Posted by: Jannz (Australia)

I've only ever had one facial before and it wasn't worth the money. I suppose it depends who you get though. I would definintely start using a radiance-enhancing serum if it gave results.

Posted on: May 17, 2012 (11 hours ago)

Posted by: Bkz1 (Australia)

Sounds lovely!

Posted on: May 17, 2012 (11 hours ago)

Top 5 Nicole Richie hair and make-up looks

16 May 2012 14:42 PM | Posted by bh'sCherie

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There’s no doubt that Nicole Richie is a. stunning, b. stylish, c. a yummy mummy, and d. the wife of one pretty cool dude, aka The Voice’s Joel Madden. But did you know she’s also rather good at nailing amazing hair and make-up looks? True story.

Now, while she’s currently pottering around Australia as her hubby films The Voice’s live shows, we’re happy to sit back and look on as she nails hairstyle after hairstyle, and make-up look after make-up look. Whether it’s her red carpet glam or casual cool street style, each time she steps out onto the Aussie streets she looks plain sensational.

And this got us thinking, beauties… What are Nicole Richie’s top beauty looks of all time? There are a lot, truly there are, but we’ve managed to whittle them down to a mere five hair and make-up styles; the looks we believe show off her chic style, her luminous skin and her big light brown peepers.

So, enjoy the gallery below, and don’t be afraid to recreate her beauty looks at home - her inspiring hair and make-up talent deserves to be replicated.

Which Nicole Richie look is your favourite? Are you keen to copy any of them?

Member Comments

Posted by: Rpear (Australia)

Number 1 or 3 are nicest on her....but no I will not be copying her looks. I think she still hasn't gotten it q u i t e right!

Posted on: May 16, 2012 (1 day ago)

Posted by: Huiwen86 (Australia)

Love the lilac smokey eye and I love all her sunnies! She has the perfect face shape to go with those oversized shades :)

Posted on: May 16, 2012 (1 day ago)

Celeb we’re loving: Nina Dobrev

11 May 2012 17:29 PM | Posted by bh'sOlivia

Normally if I’m looking for hair and beauty inspiration I look to my main three make-up muses: Leighton Meester, Dianna Agron and Camilla Belle. All three beauties come up with the goods in the hair and beauty stakes time after time, so they’ve fast become my go-to girls when I’m on the hunt for a new look.

However, one celebrity has been on my radar for quite some time now – Nina Dobrev. She’s continued to floor me at a few red carpet events recently, so after she hit the red carpet at the launch of the Like Her, Like Me Seventeen campaign in New York last week (complete with a stunning fuchsia frock and the most decadent-looking chocolate curls I’ve ever seen) I figured it was high time she was commended for her style choices.

Check out this latest pic of Nina. It’s all there.

The hint of lilac shadow? Check.

The fabulous flutter? Check.

The creamiest chocolate locks you ever did see? Check, check, check.

Yep, Nina’s hair definitely had my jaw hitting floor, so I decided I just had to try to recreate this look for myself. Check out this simple step-by-step:

- Is your hair not as deliciously decadent-looking as Nina’s? Why not try a DIY dye at home? It’s easy with the John Frieda Precision Foam Colours. To channel Nina’s chocolate hue, try Brilliant Brunette Deep Brown Black 3N.
- Start with damp hair, and apply a really nourishing hair treatment that promotes healthy hair and shine. We love VO5® Frizz Relief Elixir™ 1 Minute Smooth & Shine Treatment because it’s especially great for the time-poor girls out there.
- Blow-dry hair while brushing with a paddle brush to help achieve a sleek result. When your hair is dry, use a curling tong with a wide barrel to create waves from around eye-level down. We love the Jilbère de Paris Euro 2500 25mm Ceramic Curler for its five variable temperature settings.
- To finish, load up your curled locks with a generous spritz of a nourishing shine spray that won’t weigh down your hair. We love Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine Spray for its added argan oil and UV protection.