April 2013
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March 2013
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6 Hair Myths Busted and Products To Stimulate... →
6 Hair Myths Busted and Products To Stimulate... →
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Jennifer Lopez Graces the Debut Cover of Glam... →
Get the Cruelty-Free Beauty Look with Leona Lewis... →
February 2013
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The Vampire Facelift Gave the Oscars Swag! by... →
Oscar-esque Beauty Report: Get Gorgeous Glowing... →
Get Glamorous Oscar Worthy Nails with Sally Hansen... →
Cenoire 24K Beautè Bar is the Ultimate Beauty... →
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Cenoire 24K Beautè Bar is the Ultimate Beauty...
Take beauty to the ultimate level — encased in 24K gold to be exact! I am an avid believer in anything SPAtacular, and I have to admit that the Cenoire 24K Beautè Bar is by far — one of the best beauty finds — I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing — for 2013. This innovative creation — is a facial massager, which encourages facial and body circulation — for a quick beauty rejuvenation on-the-go! It...
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Sultry Luvmybox Melts Away the Cold Winter Blues... →
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Sultry Luvmybox Melts Away the Cold Winter Blues
Outside is so frigid — that any plans of enjoying the day, is frozen shut. The past week has proven to be such a strain on the body, that immediate reprieve is demanding your full attention! But have no fear lovelies, as what I am about to share with you — will not only spice up your day…it will set “love” ablaze!
After my successfully steamy review of Spice Box — I have since been invited to...
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Mind Body Sou’U'tions & Elite Socialistas Are...
Hello Lovelies,
It’s been a while since I’ve sat here, writing to you lovelies. Since the start of the new year — we have been plagued with some serious technical issues — such as having both Media Maven and Elite Socialistas, hacked and infected with spam. But both sites have since been cleaned — and are about to be relaunched. I would like to thank all of you lovelies — who have continued to...
October 2012
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The Makeup Show Berlin 2012 Recap & Haute-O-ween...
The Makeup Show Europe was a huge success — taking Berlin, Germany by storm — packed with beauty and inspiration. This show — is the largest pro-only beauty event and also brought together some of the biggest and the best talent in the industry. Attendees traveled from all over the world — including Israel, Poland, Sweden, England, Ireland, Spain, and Italy (to name just a few) — all to immerse...
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Let’s Talk Beauty & Self-Esteem to Inspire Young...
My journey — to M.POWER.ment — was not always an easy road! I’ve fought countless battles with myself — as I struggled to believe in myself — as others did! I couldn’t see — what they saw — in me!
Whenever I am asked — why I’m so passionate about causes that affect women & children — I simply reply, “I just am.” But then I realized — someone has too! As a global ambassador — I am very...
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5 Steps To Feeding The World With Oxfam GROW...
Did you know – there’s a new set of principles that helps people make everyday choices, that can improve our global food system? These 5 principles for feeding the planet – also called the Oxfam GROW METHOD (www.oxfamamerica.org/growmethod) — goes as follows…
1. By reducing food waste, you’re making the most of the precious resources that goes into making the food.
How often do you throw...
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A No nonsense & Stress Free Weekend Goddess...
This post brought to you by No nonsense. All opinions are 100% mine.
No nonsens Goddess “Weekend” Getaway by sapphire-kharyzma featuring a cream shirt
Must-Have No nonsense Noir Accessory by sapphire-kharyzma featuring brimmed hats
Did you know, that like lipstick – a great pair of tights can prove to be an invaluable statement piece, lifting your mood...
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Glamour Exposes 7 Secrets About Breast Cancer
Every single October, the ribbons return — fund raisers begin to flood the waves, as newspaper headlines — everywhere, become breast-centric! But, did you know that one in eight women — are still being diagnosed — with 108 of them dying everyday? As women — we can’t be blamed for thinking we know everything there is to — about the breast cancer beast, as most Americans still don’t know the...
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Survivor’s Guide 2 Beautiful 4 Breast Cancer &...
I had the pleasure of getting to meet some very amazing women — during my ordeal with domestic violence. One thing that I’ve noticed — was their lack of self esteem! Even after my mom had her cancer removal surgery, I noticed that her approach to her self worth — was wounded! I myself — wrestled with self doubt…and still do to some extent!
As women, we often turn to beauty and SPAtacular products...
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BeautySage Limited Edition Sample Boxes: A Green...
Tons of beauty sample box/bags exist, like the LookBag, Allure, Total Beauty – just to name a few – but not too many of them actually piqued my interest! Not to mention, my fellow beauty mavens – had them covered !
I always dare to be different, and in all honesty – I prefer organic, natural and chemical free products – for my family and myself! I was so excited when Beauty Sage opened...
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Hickey Stick: A Holi’stick’ Approach to Beauty...
What if I told you – there exists an alternative to concealer, that’s safe, natural and boasting positive energy? Well, the award winning Hickey Stick is the latest addition to our ‘green beauty’ watch list!
Forget messy concealers, the Hickey Stick’s thick, ‘stay‐in‐place’ formula – gives you the lasting coverage you need.
This amazing little beauty – is perfect for both men and women, has...
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Fall/Winter Hair Color Forecast From Chic Celeb...
The theme for this ‘fall & winter’s’ hair color trend – is “out with the old, in with a more natural ‘you.’” At least, that’s the word from Rita Hazan – expert hair colorist – who believes that the changing of the seasons – are the best time to ‘change’…from bright, bold colors of spring/summer to warm, rich shades of brown, blond and red.
Hazan says…
Natural and beautiful single-tone...
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4 Food Myths Debunked
When it comes to my family and the people I love — I can become a serious neurotic — in reference to their health and wellness! Over the years, we followed the many advice — related to food safety and preparation — either word-of-mouth, Google, and what’ve read in magazines and other publications…but my question to you, lovelies is this! How much of what we hear and read — is ACTUALLY true?
To...
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Holistic Maven Alice Inoue: Discover Your Space
By Alice Inoue
During these unprecedented times of great personal and collective change, one thing that everyone needs in his or her home is personal space. Whether a private sanctuary or a mini area you can call “yours,” having somewhere in your home where you can retreat and collect your thoughts is essential to your wellbeing.
With no private space of your own, living in your home will be...
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Get Active To Fight Arthritis!
Lovelies, Did you know — Arthritis is the nation’s leading cause of disability? This dilemma, impacts approximately 1 in every 5 adults, affecting about 4 million people in the US and ‘hundreds of millions’ worldwide. And I believe — “no one deserves, to spend every waking day — in pain. Period!
Even though there is no cure for arthritis, The Arthritis Foundation wants to encourage you lovelies —...
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What’s Hot & Trending Now in Beauty Bliss
Not sure if you’ve heard, but Francois Nar’s electrifying collection – driven by his longtime admiration for Pop Art Pioneer, Andy Warhol – will be featured in Sephora this month!
The iconic collection includes two limited edition palettes, a boxed set and a lip gloss coffret that comes in an adorable collectable paint can. This collection is exclusive to Sephora (lucky for you, I’ve got you...
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Amazing Beauty Finds Fit For A Goddess Getaway
Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Benetint 0.42 oz
J’adore Beauty.com! Oui, oui. J’adore beacoup! So, I just professed my undying love to Beauty.com (proud Beauty.com Ambassador) – as they never ceases to amaze me! Once again, your Beauty Ambassador has scoured (beyond the time consuming – leading to a dead end Google search) the industry and social networks – for the best deals, for you…my lovelies!...
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Talking About The Beauty Behind Skincare
Dr. Graf is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and is the author of Stop Aging, Start Living (Crown, Fall 2007), which discusses her four-point body alkalinizing plan as a means to approach beauty, vitality and health from the inside, out. Source: BeautyPress
Beauty blogger? But of course *french accent*, but my motives are a bit different, as I...
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Baby Gooroo Helps Make Parenting Adorably Chic
One of my favorite accomplishments, or achievements I should say — is being a mom! As a Mom Ambassador, I find great pleasure in searching and seeking out the greatest and latest — in parenting innovations! I recently stumbled upon a chic new site called Baby Gooroo– geared at helping parents and babies grow, all thanks to the amazingly talented Amy Spangler, world-renowned expert on...
September 2012
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“I seek to learn so that I may serve! I hope to be a pillar of empowerment and...”
– Global Team of 200 Member: Sapphire Kharyzma Blog: www.mediamaven.info
I am a SURVIVOR! It took me a long time to come to terms with the stigma that comes attached, as to survive – naturally implies to endure extreme and strenuous trial(s)! But today, I see my status as a blessing – an opportunity...
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Chic Pretty Pink Pumpkins For Breast Cancer...
Lovelies,
Did you know that breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death among women? It’s an alarming reality! And even with so much warnings and requests — for women to get tested early — you will still find that many of us, still aren’t! In today’s world — diseases aren’t discriminating anymore! You are never to young or too old!!! I want to motivate and inspire each and every one of...
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Runway Hair Report Straight From Milan
So, it’s no surprise ‘hair’ that the style guru – Guido – will be the coveted hair master, for all things runway! And he has done it again, but this time – in Milan (I <3 Italy), and of course – your StyleMpress, has the low down on the lucky seven, which spotlight: Jil Sander, Dolce & Gabbana, Albera Ferretti, Versus, Bottega Veneta, Prada & Versace!
For Sanders, rich simplicity and...
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What’s Haute & Trending: The Body Shop Flash Sale...
It’s that time again lovelies! Diamond Diva Deals (yayyyy) starting next week!!! I would start stocking up for the Halloween holiday – as I aim to round up some chic Haute-oween tutorials for your enjoyment pleasure! So, I have the insight (brand ambassador alert *wink) – that The Body Shop will be having a 2 day flash sale (you get up to 50% off all skin care)! Psst, fyi – this deal goes live...
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DIY Tips To Prevent Enlarged Pores & Blackheads
Do you ever feel like – you’ve tried everything – to rid yourself of those stubborn skin care problems, like enlarged pores & blackheads? Well, you will want to listen to what I’ve found out! When it comes to skin care and hair care – I like to get the how-to straight from leading experts! One of my favorites – Paula Begoun – says…
To achieve the best possible results, you need to know...
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Forever Young With FutureDerm
This Product’s Overall Rating:
A+
Let me first start off by saying — I have never used any anti-aging retinol based products before! I have extremely sensitive combination skin, so I have to be cautious when trying new products!
I was immediately drawn to the ‘time machine’ which turns back the clock, within this high-potency (0.5%) time release retinol formula.
Week 1 — I used a FutureDerm...
