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Peaches 'N Wet Dreams

GiggleSugar — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 13:00:00 PDT

I'm not sure "The Pick Up Artist" is gonna do much for the social lives of these losers. I mean, they're on TV and all, which may result in five seconds of local celebrity fame for them while the show's still airing, but after that, they have to live this sort of embarrassment down-- a not so peachy prospect, if you ask me. Kissing their own hands would have been more dignified. (Thanks, Jezebel!)

TV Tonight: "Mission: Man Band" and "The Pick-Up Artist"

BuzzSugar — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 11:27:26 PDT

VH1 has two new reality shows starting tonight, and I'm still trying to guess where they'll fall on the bad to so-bad-it's-good spectrum. One, "Mission: Man Band," makes me chuckle just thinking about it. The other, "The Pick-Up Artist," just makes me roll my eyes.

Actually, I already said all I have to say about "The Pick-Up Artist" (pictured above) back when I heard the show was filming. Nothing I've seen since has changed my opinion of the series, in which a master "PUA" named Mystery - who figured prominently in Neil Strauss' The Game, sort of The Rules for boys - teaches hapless guys how to hit on chicks like the best of them. Stay classy, VH1.

"Mission: Man Band," on the other hand, simply cracks me up. The show tosses four former boy band stars - Bryan Abrams of Color Me Badd, Chris Kirkpatrick of NSync, Jeff Timmons of 98 Degrees, and Rich Cronin of LFO - in a house together and gives them one month to attempt to recapture fame and fortune. I'm bummed about the absence of a Menudo member, but I'm pretty sure this one could be hilarious.

To check out trailers for the two shows and let me know what you think,

Photo courtesy of VH1

5 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Paying For College

LearnVest — Wed, 23 May 2012 00:15:23 PDT

Paying for college is such a complex issue. LearnVest helps simplify it by answering some key questions in regard to paying tuition.

If you believe everything you read, then you might think you need to be a Rockefeller to have kids.

That, of course, isn't the case.

Yes, kids are expensive, and thinking about paying for a college education can be scary and frustrating . . . but that's where we come in.

As with everything else in life, figuring out what to do about your kid's college savings is all about the planning, says Stephany Kirkpatrick, CFP, LearnVest's director of financial planning. Depending on where you are in life right now and how old your kids are, you may have questions about how to set up a 529 plan (which is an education savings plan designed to help families set aside funds for future college costs), what to look for, and when to start saving.

If you're pregnant or have a newborn and are starting to think about this, then good for you! The earlier you get started socking away cash for their college, the easier it will be. You'll learn a lot in this article, but you should also check out our Baby on Board Bootcamp, which will tell you everything you need to know - financially - to be ready for a baby. It includes 529 advice, as well as financial tips on everything from putting together a will and picking out a life insurance policy to buying nursery basics.
If your kid is slightly older and you’ve done your research but haven’t yet started saving in a 529 plan, then first read the four mistakes to avoid when choosing a 529 plan, and then check out the different college savings plans available to you.
If this is the first you’re thinking about it, no matter your kid's ageI, then don't worry about it. You have to start somewhere!

Read on for more.

What's the Difference Between Loose Powder and Pressed, Really?

Miriam Lacey — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:31:00 PDT

If you've ever stood in the beauty aisle perplexed about whether to buy loose powder or pressed powder in a compact, this is the article for you. There really is a difference, but it's probably not what you'd expect. So to find out once and for all which one you should pick up, get the facts below.

10 Places to Meet Your Future Geeky Boyfriend

GeekSugar — Tue, 01 May 2012 14:02:36 PDT

Here's a question every geeky gal wants answered: "Where can I meet a single geek?" For all the single ladies out there, here are 10 possible places to uncover scores of single geeks.

By the way, leave your other tech-related questions on our Facebook page, in the comments, or in our Ask a Geek Girl group.

Neighborhood coffee shops - Bring a book or your laptop and hang out at an independent coffee shop several times a week. You're more likely to see regulars (aka good-looking geeks) at local joints than you would at a chain. For an easy opener, ask if you can share the table, then spark up a conversation.
Night classes - Whether it's a dance lesson, coding class, or novel-writing seminar, classes are a great place to meet a future brainy mate. Pounce on the opportunity to partner up with the cute geek in the room, whether it's to complete a project, study, or edit each other's work.

See the rest of the list when you read more.

Beauty Debate: Synthetic vs. Authentic Brushes

Michelle Phan — Tue, 01 May 2012 03:04:00 PDT

YouTube star and beauty guru Michelle Phan always has a new tip or two for making life easier. This week, Michelle tells us how we can choose the right makeup brush:

Hi everyone,

There are some key differences between synthetic and authentic hair makeup brushes, not just in terms of where the hair originates, but in terms of how the hair functions. It's a really fascinating topic and one that I've spent a lot of time working on lately. So in this post, I want to put all ethical debates on the subject aside, and focus strictly on the fundamental difference between these two different kinds of brush hairs, because I think it's something that not a lot of people know about.

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The main difference between a brush made with synthetic hair and a brush made with real hair is its ability to pick up pigment. Brushes made with real, authentic hair pick up pigment and distribute it in fewer motions than brushes made with synthetic hair. That's because the hair follicle of an actual living thing has tiny little porous holes in it. So when you have a bunch of these hairs brought together and you try to pick up a powder or a substance, the tiny porous holes can actually hold onto and cling onto the pigment. It just picks it up that much better because there are these little spaces where it can be absorbed. Then, once you apply it, it kind of shakes off of the bristles. To learn more about synthetics, keep reading.

The 4 Dos (And 4 Don'ts) of Wearing Face-Brightening Luminizer

BellaSugar — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:04:00 PDT

Luminizer is the perfect tool to spruce up your makeup look and give your skin a healthy, natural-looking glow in seconds. The question is: Should you use a liquid luminizer or the powder stuff to get the best results? It turns out, both come with varying benefits. According to celebrity makeup artist Desirae Cherman (who has worked with stars like Mindy Kaling and Jamie-Lynn Sigler), powder looks more natural because it doesn’t have as much pigment as liquid does. Plus, it's easier to apply because it doesn't require as much blending. But that shouldn't hinder you from using liquid to get your glow. She explains, "Liquids last longer throughout the day and can be used on bare skin." Read more to find out the dos and don'ts of luminizer here.

Naomi Watts and Liv Tyler Get Fancy For a Dinner With Chanel and Tribeca

Allie Merriam — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:59:41 PDT

Chanel played host last night at its annual Tribeca Film Festival Artists Dinner held inside NYC's Odeon restaurant. Many of the ladies donned Chanel for the occasion, including Alexa Chung and Leelee Sobieski - who's your pick for best dressed at Chanel's dinner? Naomi Watts went with a simple LBD to pose alongside Liev Schreiber, while Liv Tyler posed solo. Many of the film festival's jurors turned out, like Kellan Lutz and Camilla Bella, and founders Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal swung by as well. The cinema fun wraps up Sunday, April 29. Make sure to check out all the Tribeca Film Festival pictures, and click through to see what Leelee, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld, model Lily Donaldson, and more wore to Chanel's soiree.

Chalking It Out: Wedding Tips and Trends From a Master Chalk Artist

Angela Swinderman Elias — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 03:00:35 PDT

CJ Hughes, a graphic designer hailing from Spring Hill, TN, creates gorgeous chalkboard designs perfect for nuptial celebrations. Following in the artistic footsteps of a grandfather who illustrated magazine covers in the '30s and a father with a penchant for oil painting, it seems CJ was destined to pick up the craft. His online shop is full of beautifully painted chalkboard pieces, many of which relate specifically to weddings.

With a meticulous method that involves three to four hours of prepping, sketching, and actually painting chalkboards to achieve the final product, couples are sure to have an impressive piece of artwork that will last long after the big day. Keep reading to find out CJ's favorite ways to decorate with chalkboard art for weddings and beyond!

Celebrity Makeup Artist Mally Roncal's Top 5 Beauty Staples

Guest Writer — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:32:00 PDT

We're excited to present the following post from our guest writer, celebrity makeup artist and founder of Mally Beauty, Mally Roncal.

Hello again, my BellaSugar beauties! A lot of you are curious about my daily routine, and what must-have products I keep in my makeup bag 24-7. When it comes to creating an effortless, glowing daytime look without juggling 101 foundations, creams, powders, shadows, and pencils, these are my top five face-savers.