Total Beauty Reviews: 13 Best Face Powders

The 13 Best Face Powders

There are so many grease-minimizing powders out there, but which one is No. 1? Find out ...

This is a TotalBeauty.com face makeup article We combed through thousands of reviews to bring you the most helpful, insightful tidbits about the highest-rated face powders on our site. Get list

No. 13: Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Loose Powder, $9

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.1

"This powder blends very well and doesn't require a lot for sheer coverage [or] evening out [your] skin tone," says a reader.

No. 12: L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Powder, $5

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.1

"This pressed powder works better than ones I've tried from department stores -- for a third of the price."

No. 11: Clinique Blended Face Powder and Brush, $19

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.3

Readers call it the "perfect choice for all skin types, tones, and women who are concerned with what ingredients they put on their faces."

Want to see what powder made No. 1? Click here!

Famous Dave's Moisture Tan Review

It's winter, it's cold and I'm pale! Time for a fake and bake, but minus the bake - no tanning beds for me!

I tested out Famous Dave's Moisture Tan and loved it! Despite the name that sounds like a BBQ joint (ha!) it works really well for great coverage.

It holds to it's commitment of not smelling for the first couple of hours, but then I could smell a slight self tanner. I have given up on searching for a non-scented self tanner, so this didn't bother me. Plus, it was very faint, a lot less than Jergen or Neutrogena's products.

The color fully shows in about 4 hours. It's not 'Snookie-orange' and looks like a natural tan.

I applied this tanner with both my bare hands and using the Self Tanner Application Mitt. Both worked the same, but the Mitt is a good solution if you're not careful about staining your hands.

It retails for $25.97 for 8 ounces. It's more than your average drugstore self tanner, but produces really good results.



Note: This review includes products that I received as samples, provided by the brand company or a PR rep. Please click here for more information regarding my disclaimer.

Miracle Skin Transformer Giveaway

I love Miracle Skin Transformer. I wrote a review about it a year ago, and just replenished my supply. Here's how you can try it out for free. So easy!

Here's how, straight from Miracle Skin Transformer:

Get 10 of your Facebook friends to “like” Miracle Skin Transformer on Facebook and we will send you a full-size Miracle Skin Transformer SPF20 in the shade of your choice! It’s my way of thanking you for all your support!

xx Sarah

Complete the form located HERE, including the names of the friends you’ve asked to Like the MST Facebook Page, your MST shade, and your shipping address, and if they all “like” our page by January 31, 2011, we’ll send you a full-size MST SPF20 totally free! It’s that easy! After you enter your friend's names on the sheet, make sure to send them a message telling them to 'Like' Miracle Skin Transformer!

Please comment below or email if you have questions, and let me know when you 'Like' it!

Lipstick Laws by Total Beauty

4 Lipstick Laws That Everyone Should Follow

Red lipstick can either make or break your look. Read on to find out how to avoid making a lip faux pas

This is a TotalBeauty.com lip makeup article As far as I'm concerned, the following four lipstick laws need to be passed and enforced -- now. Learn the laws

Beauty Sales

Rock & Republic Beauty and StriVectin sale at HauteLook this week!

Total Beauty - How Antioxidants Really Affect Your Skin

How Antioxidants Really Affect Your Skin

Learn what's true (and what's not) about these cutting edge ingredients

This is a TotalBeauty.com skin care article We've enlisted nutritionists Paula Simpson and Joy Bauer to debunk some common myths of nutricosmetics (aka nutritional supplements that help support the structure of the skin) and reveal their true benefits to your health and skin. Find out

Giveaway Break - Crazy Rumors BREW Lip Balms

Just in time to meet your New Year's Resolution to detox and go organic, Crazy Rumors Lip Balm has come out with tea inspired flavors! Brew Lip Balms are all natural and vegan, made with 70% Certified Organic Ingredients, including moisturizing organic shea butter and soothing organic jojoba oil, lightly sweetened with a hint of natural stevia and brewed with a spot of tea inspired ingredients.

There are 4 new flavors available in the line: Orange Bergamot, Apple Spice, Peppermint Lemongrass & Spice Chai.

I wrote a review about Crazy Rumor lip balms before...they are delicious! Full of flavor and the one I wrote a review for had a great tint to it.

**Giveaway***

Enter to win all 4 new Crazy Rumor BREW Lip Balms!

Fill out the form below to win! For extra entries, you can sign up for my mailing list, post a link to this giveaway on your blog, follow my blog, follow me and retweet on Twitter , or become a fan on Facebook; just make sure to list the entries in your comment. Enter up to once a day!

This giveaway is open to US residents only. The contest will end on Monday, February 21st. I will randomly select one winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!

Eyeliner Reviews

Great Eyeliners You Can Actually Afford

Our readers say a great eyeliner doesn't always have to have a hefty price tag

This is a TotalBeauty.com eye makeup article Smudged and smeared (in a bad way) eyes are a beauty disaster that needs to be avoided at all costs -- but how much are you willing to spend for a liner that doesn't budge? If your answer is $10 or less, this list is for you. See products

No. 16: Revlon ColorStay Liquid Liner, $5

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8

Readers call this the "liner with ease," a "staple in my makeup diet" and "great for first time liquid liner users."

No. 15: Maybelline New York Expert Eyes Twin Brow & Eye Pencils, $2.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.1

One reader says, "this is simply the best eyeliner ever made. I have used this brand for over 20 years."

No. 14: Sephora Jumbo Eye Pencil, $6

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.3

One woman says, "these babies go on super smoothly and evenly distribute A LOT of color. You can't do better for the buck, believe me."

Want to see what liner was number one? Click here!

Zoya - Intimate 2011 Spring Nail Polish Collection

Zoya nail polish Intimate collection for Spring 2011 - Designed to recreate the custom looks developed for and inspired by the runways of New York Fashion Week Spring 2011.

Marley - lavender pink with a whisper of metallic

Dove - delicate, pale gray cream

Caitlin - misty, moody gray violet cream

Dannii - sparkling, enchanted orchid metallic

Jules - soft, glimmering gold kiss metallic

Gemma - mysterious green/purple duotone metallic

China Glaze Spring 2011 - Anchors Away!

China Glaze Spring 2011 line - Anchors Away! 12 colors total, includes:

· Life Preserver: Highly pigmented and luxurious poppy crème.

· Hey Sailor: Vibrant crème red.

· Ahoy!: Delightfully intense pink that flashes with reflective glass speck.

· First Mate: Sophisticated and rich navy crème.

· Starboard: Hip and playful green crème.

· Lighthouse: Multi-dimensional, bright yellow glass speck.

· White Cap: Whimsical and sparkling multi-dimensional white.

· Pelican Gray: High shine, cool toned grey crème.

· Sea Spray: Calming pale blue crème.

· Below Deck: A flirty mix of taupe and violet.

· Sunset Sail: Delightful peachy pink high shine crème.

· Knotty: Micro-particle beige shimmer.

This spring, take a relaxing trip to the shore and sail away with China Glaze. Stop and smell the sea breeze!