September is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Essie has made a charitable contribution to Living Beyond Breast Cancer. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer within her life time. Essie introduces four of their prettiest pinks yet! The color "We're In It Together" contains a subtle hint of diamond like sparkles to give this unique pink something special! If you are a connoisseur of pink shades, this is an eye catching must have! This collection of warm pinks radiates love, support and strength. Help spread awareness through wearing these four empowering shades! $8 a bottle, shop now! 

Zoya introduces 2 new smashing fall Collections! The Designer Collection & Diva Collection!

Reds, blue greens and dark purples are trending right now. You will see a lot of these shades in accessories and  clothes this fall.

We love the sparkle shades from the Diva Collection, great for layering on top of the solid colors for a little more bling! All of these new colors wear well with work attire in addition to transitioning perfectly with an evening wardrobe. Throw on your spiked black stilettos, your leather jacket and find someone with a motorcycle, because once the clock hand strikes, work is so over!

Ask yourself. Are you a designer or a diva? Shop now.

OPI did it again! A great new line of fresh fall colors that scream sexy, fun and sophisticated! We love that OPI thought to create a dark bold collection as well as integrating some soft neutral colors! Specifically, we really like the Don’t Talk Bach to Me. This is a great polish to wear with browns or blacks for a pop of color. Pair this shade with pinks and oranges to blend blouses and sweaters for a fun, playful look! Some of our other favorites include Don’t Pretzel My Buttons and Berlin There Done That. We absolutely love these creamy soft shaded neutrals that go with anything! Dress it up or down, and it doesn’t matter, these two colors are flawless with any look! It’s time to retire your old nail polish shades and adopt this fantastic new fall line! $8.50 per bottle, start shopping this collection now! Are you a polish lover? Check out Essie's new collection for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

Fall is just around the corner, and the dawn of a new season brings exciting things! We at Beauty of a Site look forward to all that the crisp season has to offer, such as sweaters, boots, carving pumpkins, apple cider, and of course brand new fall nail colors! Essie's new rich and luxurious shades will make your nails look like a million dollars, only without the expensive tab! Save money at the salon during these tough economic times and give yourself an at home manicure! Essie’s polishes are highly regarded as salon quality, all Essie nail polishes are DBP, toluene, and formaldehyde free. We love the purples and neutrals in this collection, a great fashion add on for that old outfit in the closet that needs a little pick me up! It’s amazing how something so little as a new nail polish color can completely change your outfit and your mood! Every girl has to treat herself every once in awhile, but Essie makes it easy with their affordable, great quality and long wear polishes! Now that's something to bank on! $8.00 a bottle, start shopping now!

Venique just came out with their Desire the Desired collection fresh for summer! We love the mix between bolds and neutrals to make this collection versatile for everyday fashion decisions! We think the Havanah Glam would be a great polish to pair with white  shorts and a dark brown top; you have yourself a fresh and simple approach to “polish” off a classic look. We want to know one thing; does your nail polish talk to you? Ours does! Night Walker says “wear me with your favorite little black dress and heels”. Make a statement with Venique polishes, a little flare, similar to a belt or a pair of earnings, can make a big difference!   Venique Nail Lacquer is made with a Sil-Tek, a silicone-based ingredient that causes the polish to be flexible, preventing annoying chipping and peeling of your polish. If that isn’t enough, Sil-Tek works with a diamond dust ingredient to give your nails a beautiful shiny, glamorous finish! Throw on one coat and it will dry in 4 minutes! Now that’s a polish that says “I’m ready to go if you are”. Only $7.50 a bottle, start shopping now!

OPI Disney Minnie Mouse Collection - Featuring 4 new shades!

OPI Who Wants a "Minnie" Cure features Disney’s vintage Minnie Mouse, offering the classic Minnie before she hit the big time and became available on TV in full color!  This Disney inspired whimsical collection comes in 4 shades of pinks! Minnie Mouse has been a house hold name for years, Disney’s cartoon sweetheart and we are so excited for the release of this collection! These new polishes would make an exciting and memorable gift for Disney lovers of all ages! Included in this collection:

CHI Touch Screen Dryer - New!

Featured on the hit show, The Apprentice!

Suggested retail: $300, our price $275.00!

Introducing the world's first touch screen dryer! 1800 watts, this is CHI'S most powerful dryer ever! We think looking beautiful should be effortless and easy, but if you are a person with long and or thick hair, sometimes the drying process can take too long! CHI'S new dryer is made to perform, a salon grade quality product with many efficient features!

• 1800 watts - Our Most Powerful dryer yet = 50% less drying time.
• Lightweight ergonomic design weighs 40% less.
• New Soft Touch Rubber finish makes for the ultimate in styling comfort and non slip grip.
• Superior DC motor quietest CHI dryer ever.
• CHI Ceramic Heater and CHI Infrared Technology reduces static, eliminates frizz and re-hydrates dry, damaged hair
• Unique Memory Setting – remembers the last setting
• Touch Screen has 4 screens that give you a multitude of options for various types of hair.
• Home Screen; temperature, speed, & ions selection.
• Temperature Screen;  3 touch temperature settings for superior drying control.
• Speed Screen; 3 touch power settings for superior drying control.
• Ion Screen; 3 touch ion settings allows you to set ions to your hair type.
• Home screen button on each screen allows you to navigate back and forth to each screen.
• 1 year warranty!

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We here at Beauty of a Site love Kai, and what better day than Mother's Day, to share a product we love with someone we love, like Mom! Not only is the fresh scent of Kai a favorite among beauty enthusiasts, but it's a favorite of celebrities like Brooke-Burke Charvet, from Dancing With The Stars! Brooke loves the Kai perfume oil, a great compact, purse worthy gift for any busy mom on the go! We love Kai so much that we are offering FREE Shipping from now through the weekend with a minimum purchase of $45.00!  See coupon below! Let Oprah and her fashion staff help pick out that perfect gift for Mom! Their favorite pick is the Kai Home Linen & Room Spray. A great choice for a mom who loves her house as much as she loves her family!

Make your Mom feel special, gift wrap and drop shipping available!

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Summer Skin Care Tips

Brought to you by Ada Polla - CEO Alchimie Forever

While the first official day of summer is still almost two months away, as I sit in my hotel room in Miami (taking a quick break from the amazing Tuff Love Aveda / Neill hair show taking place this weekend) and watch the people lying out by the pool, the topic of summer skin care comes to mind.

My mother always told me that the change of seasons was the perfect excuse to do a deep cleaning of my house, more specifically of my closets. My father, on the other hand, always told me the change of seasons was the perfect time to take another look at my skin care products and skin care routine and adapt it accordingly.

How do late spring and summer affect our skin? Of course, sunburns come to mind. Sweating, heat rashes, and clogged pores are also typical concerns of warm weather skin care. Sunshine and higher temperatures also mean dresses, shorts, sleeveless tops, open toed shoes and flip flops…. Here is how I deal with warm weather skin:

1. I switch to a gel-based cleanser. My skin type is pretty normal, and as is typical, I am dryer during the winter months and oilier during the warmer months. To get rid of all traces of sweat and to avoid clogged pores, I love a “squeaky clean” feel, and our Excimer purifying gel cleanser is perfect for that.
2. I take cooler showers. Really, hot water, while delightful and relaxing, is not great for the skin, in any season. In warmer months, I find it easier to enjoy slightly cooler water, which is great to tighten pores, stimulate circulation (my Mom swears it is her daily cold showers that have given her her cellulite-free legs…), and give my hair some added shine.
3. I make sure to exfoliate regularly, both face and body. I find that regular (aka twice weekly) exfoliation helps to keep my blackheads under control, and actually ensure a longer, more even sun-kissed look. While I don’t use self-tanner, exfoliation is indeed crucial prior to applying tanning lotion, to ensure it goes on smoothly and avoid streaks.
4. I switch to a lighter moisturizer. Whether I am in DC or in New Orleans, there is plenty of moisture in the air starting April. While humidity can be awful for hair, it truly is wonderful for skin. Skin will absorb some of the moisture in the air, and as such, most skin types can benefit from a lighter moisturizer during the warmer months. Our Yttrium protective morning cream is particularly ideal and leaves a very matte finish on the skin.
5. Sunscreen is a must. Indeed, while sunscreen is a must every day, it is a MUST when out by the beach, the pool, or the river. My father always recommended SPF 50+ on the face and body, and until we develop our own sunscreen, his favorite is LaRoche Posay’s Anthelios. He also taught me to avoid the sun between 11 am and 3 pm, and to be particularly careful when in the water, as sun gets reflected and is then twice a dangerous.
6. Don’t forget your lips – they too are prone to sunburn. Whatever sunscreen you apply on the face, don’t avoid your lips or lip contours. And make sure you use a lip balm that contains an SPF.
7. Don’t forget your eyes – sunglasses will help protect your eyes from the sun, and will help prevent squinting, which leads to wrinkles.
8. Shorter dresses and arm-bearing tops mean that I am particularly conscious of my body. Our Alexandrite firming gel for neck and bust, and our Q-switch optimizing body contour gel take care of my upper and lower body respectively, preventing sagging and minimizing cellulite. Of course, a couple extra sessions of Barre3 will help more than any product…
9. For many, summer means more frequent shaving. If you experience post-shaving irritation or ingrown hairs, remember to shave only after you have been in the shower for a few minutes (your hairs will be softer), to change your blade often, to exfoliate, and to shave with a cream-based product (shaving cream or hair conditioner work best).
10. Don’t forget your feet – for me, open-toed shoes mean more frequent pedicures, but also dryer feet and the propensity to cracked heels. I use our 532nm antioxidant relief for hands and feet religiously every evening.
11. Last but not least, hydrate from the inside out. With warmer weather comes more sweating, which means it is doubly important to drink those recommended 8 glasses of water per day. Emergen-C in my water helps it go down better…

Finally, my father always reminded me not only of what to do, but also of what not to do during the summer. Avoid photo-sensitizing products such as retinols (or use them less frequently), avoid laser treatments on tanned skin, and avoid stronger peels on tanned skin. Happy bathing suit season!

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Beauty of a Site has some great new products that are fun for Spring and perfect for last minute Easter Basket treats! We wanted to start your Easter off right by offering a one day only online coupon for FREE SHIPPING on any $25 order (subtotal)! Hurry before this opportunity bounces away, just like that Easter Bunny! All orders have the option of being expedited (additional shipping charges apply) to receive your package by Easter! Don't wait! Make this holiday extra special!

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Offer expires tonight at midnight CST! (4/5/2012)

We here at Beauty of a Site aresuper excited for the release of Hunger Games this weekend -- anyone else with us? To celebrate, we've put together easy tips to steal actress Jennifer Lawrence's off-camera glam. We promise, these beauty tips are simple, danger-less and without need of physical stamina. Click Here to steal her look! And don't forget about your nails either! China Glaze just released a nail polish collection inspired by the film: Get your China Glaze Hunger Games: Capitol Colours Nail Polishes HERE. This collection is limited edition, so get yours today!

Check out the new True Collection by Zoya! This collection showcases 3 creamy and 3 Soft and metallic spring shades! We are excited to introduce the following 6 colors: Cho - Opaque yellow with a hint of soft peachy beige silver shimmer Farah - An opaque light khaki-beige Bevin - A sage green with teal tones and a creamy finish Skylar - A soft steel-blue with speckled gold and silver shimmer Lotus - A very soft blue toned grape purple Tru - A saturated red-tone purple with speckled shimmer These look a bit different on the nail than in the bottle, so here are some color samples for comparison: Fashion thought! It can be somewhat time-consuming to have to change your nail color with each outfit! However, these neutral creamy shades can go with almost any Spring wardrobe! Less hassle, more fashion please! Click here to start shopping!