Since returning from his vacation last week, Tabs has been a terror around the house. He stays up all night long partying and picking fights with the neighborhood cat thugs. He even has another scar on his nose! I can’t bear to see that gorgeous face get scratched up…

Here are a few new pictures of Tabs the Terrible doing what he does best: nothing at all! Click here to view the gallery.

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Nars Super Orgasm Blush: Less Glitter, Please

“All awkward name issues aside, I have to give Super Orgasm props. It begets cheeks with a perfect, just-pinched, shimmery peach color. Super Orgasm Blush would totally be the stuff of legend if it weren’t for one flaw — massive, meteoric chunks of golden glitter.”

Givenchy Pop Gloss Crystal in Plum By Night Brings the Hawtness

“For once Tabs wasn’t the sexiest thing in the house. Today the honor went to Givenchy Pop Gloss Crystal in Plum By Night ($23.50), one of two limited edition glosses from the Givenchy Holiday 2008 collection. A dark, shimmery berry shade with multi-colored glitter that’s oh-so-very fine, this cream gloss not only looks pretty, but also feels fabulous on the lips.”

5 More Makeup and Beauty Tips from Paris Hilton

“When it comes to makeup, Paris loves lipgloss. This time last year she was all about Chanel Glossimer in Astral. Before that, it was MAC Lipglass in Prrr, but lately she’s been lovin’ on Laura Mercier Liquid Crystal Lipgloss in Citrine, a bright golden coral.”

MAC Smokey Eye Tutorial: Halloween Flashback

“Hey, ladies! On Halloween some of you asked for a tutorial describing the MAC Smokey Eyes look I wore to dinner. I was in the mood for MAC today, so I thought I’d give it a try. It’s heavy on MAC products, but you could definitely use similar products from other brands.”

OMG! Bed, Bath & Beyond Goes Major Makeup

“We were just about ready to leave the store when I turned a corner and there, before my starstruck eyes, was a sight of such profound beauty that I almost dropped the shower caddy and slipcover I was cradling in my arms. What I saw was the biggest makeup and beauty department I’ve seen outside a MAC or Sephora in quite some time…”

Yves Saint Laurent: A Career Retrospective

“I played hooky earlier this week and drove into San Francisco to visit the de Young museum in Golden Gate Park. The museum has on display a new exhibit featuring a career retrospective of clothing designer Yves Saint Laurent, who passed away on June 1 of this year.”

Bobbi Brown Copper Diamond and Party: Bobbi vs. Bobby

“If there’s a season to go crazy for shimmery glitter-full makeup, then this has got to be it. Even reserved, conservative lines like Bobbi Brown get in on the action. This month Bobbi debuts two glitzy new collections — Copper Diamond and Party, and both are high on shimmer, glitter and metallic finishes.”

Dior Sparkle Shine Glitter Top Coat For Lips Gets the Party Started

“There are those rare times, though, when a truly dynamic glitter gloss takes my breath away. That magical feeling swept over me when I first marveled at Dior Sparkle Shine Glitter Top Coat for Lips ($24.50), a limited edition lipgloss from the Dior Night Diamond holiday collection.”

43 Things I’m Thankful For: The Non-Makeup Edition

“I scribbled these down in my notebook on the plane ride back from Florida last night. It was a rough ride. There was heavy turbulence flying over the Gulf of Mexico, and every time the plane would knock my head against the back of my seat, I’d get another idea for the list.”

Aussie Opposites Attract Shampoo Does Double Duty as a Fast, Cheap Brush Cleaner

“…Aussie Opposites Attract Shampoo worked great! Caked on concealer, dried gel liner, crusty cream shadow (eww) — it removed even the most stubborn makeup, breaking up the product within seconds. And the suds rinsed out quickly, too.”

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

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“Be Beautiful - Be Bonita” is the slogan for a new natural skincare line called Bonita Botanicals created by Bonita Boutin of Bonita Face & Body, LLC, Rhode Island. Bonita’s natural skincare products provide a natural anti aging skin care solution as well as offering a great addition to any skincare regimen. Bonita Botanicals products are comprised of natural, organic, and paraben-free ingredients based on the company’s belief that natural and organic products promote the health and wellness of our bodies.

For years Bonita has explored many anti-aging formulas. With her determined and passionate efforts she’s selected a full Anti-Aging line of natural face, body, and hair products to help others attain their skin care goals. As Bonita explains, “We’re all chasing that anti-aging regimen to slow down our clock and keep our youthful appearance. My natural skin products target your needs without subjecting your skin to harsh chemicals that many mainstream products may contain.”

When talking to Bonita, you realize that your ambition to slow the wrinkles and fill in the lines is attainable. She goes on to enlighten us that with all the day-to-day factors we encounter such as stress, environmental issues, and diet, it’s no wonder we have many concerns with our skin. This is where Bonita Botanical’s professional products come in. Products such as Omega-3 Hemp & Sweet Orange Face Wash and SMOOTH - Intense Line Reduction Serum are just a couple of professional products that can be used to combat the signs of aging and are also used in many day spas. “I’m constantly seeking ways to help people with their self confidence and obtaining beautiful skin through a natural and holistic way is one of them.

Bonita’s will be providing informative and educational anti-aging and health information. Additionally, a free report, Top Ten Reasons I Know Your Age is available upon request by using the “contact us” form on our website. With a mantra of timeless beauty, Bonita enjoys a following of health conscious consumers who seek to Be Beautiful - Be Bonita.

About Us:

Bonita Boutin founder of Bonita Face & Body, LLC is the Rhode Island organic skin care impresario who understood early on how she could motivate and inspire women to celebrate life and achieve strength from within. Bonita founded Bonita Botanicals Skin Care to holistically raise the quality of life for women through organic and natural living.

Bonita equates “smart living” as being a confidence booster and a way to advocate and inspire women to harness the power of a “yes I can” attitude that will provide woman with the ability to achieve anything they want. She is particularly dedicated to helping promote timeless beauty and celebrate aging gracefully. With 20 years of health care and fitness experience, Bonita is dedicated to providing health support and awareness to women throughout the world.

Visit Bonita Botanicals Skincare at www.mynaturalskincareproducts.com and get inspired to join a passage in seeking answers.

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Well, cover me in jewels, and bring my royal scepter because the regal shades of rich purple, deep ruby and gold make the Essie Winter 2008 collection ($8 each) a royal tour de force!

The colors remind me of His Royal Purpleness, Prince, from the height of Purple Rain fame.

Bold and Beautiful: creamy ruby red
Damsel in a Dress: creamy deep berry
It’s Genius: shimmery purple with gold flecks
Rock Star Skinny: creamy blood red
Sexy Divide: shimmery violet
Shift Power: metallic gold

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Have you been paying attention to your health lately?  I am sure that you have been bombarded enough by the media about being healthy but sometimes it takes more than advertisements, article, and TV programs to get you started.  This month, one of my colleagues had a run in with gout and arthritis.  We are of the same age and we basically have the same lifestyle and naturally, this prompted me to re-examine my own health situation.

In my quest to start living healthily, I ran across this blog called Balanced Immune Health.  I like this blog because the point of view is more than losing weight for aesthetic purposes – it is not the run of the mill health blog.  It also injects humor and practical advice, which always makes thing more fun.