Hello...You Won Get Positively Beautiful

Thanks to Hachette Book Group USA, I am giving away two copies of GET POSITIVELY BEAUTIFUL by Carmindy. I just know the winners are going to get lots of great advice from this book.

The winners are:

carolsnotebook

linda

Make sure you e-mail me your name and address so I can forward the information to Hachette!

Review: Get Positively Beautiful & Giveaway

Summary: According to a recent study, only 2% of women describe themselves as 'beautiful.' The media instructs women how to 'look ten years younger,' 'cover up wrinkles,' or 'get fuller, plumper lips.' And even makeup products play off womens' insecurities, promising to conceal perceived flaws, define cheekbones, or make eyelashes fuller and longer. The underlying message? That there's something inherently wrong with the way women look and that they have to spend time, money, and energy keeping up with all the ways they should 'fix' themselves.

In GET POSITIVELY BEAUTIFUL, makeup artist Carmindy from TLC's hit program What Not to Wear shows you how to change your mindset from negative fault-finding to a positive beauty philosphy. You learn how to find and focus on your best features and how to combat negative thoughts about your appearance. Carmindy demonstrates easy makeup techniques for eyes, brows, lashes, lips, cheeks, and skin, and how to adapt looks to different weather conditions and 'beauty moods.' -- Center Street

I love this time of the year because publishers are releasing so many wonderful books. GET POSITIVELY BEAUTIFUL by Carmindy is another great book about all things makeup. (Yesterday, I reviewed BOBBI BROWN MAKEUP MANUAL -- with a giveaway.) This book is also full of great makeup tips, but Carmindy's bottom line advice is "looking good starts with feeling good."

If you don't already know this, Carmindy is the makeup artist for TLC's show What Not to Wear. She has a beautiful website where you can sign up to receive her newsletter. Make sure you check out all of her "tips and techniques" while you are there. Carmindy also writes for the blog Daily Makeover; and she has partnered with Sally Hansen for her own line -- Sally Hansen Inspired by Carmindy.

One section of the book that I enjoyed looking at was the section on makeovers. I am always amazed by how different the before and after shots are. I love how Carmindy points out the "Carmindy Vision: What I See" in each of these women. Each of the women also talk about what they think their beauty strengths and weaknesses are. What I wouldn't give for one of these makeovers!

I am always on the lookout for new products, so I especially liked the Shopping Guide section in the back of the book. For each type of makeup, Carmindy gives two options -- one expensive and one less expensive. I know I'll be getting some of the cheaper options the next time I'm at the drugstore.

I have up to five copies to giveaway courtesy of Hachette Book Group USA! All you have to do is leave a comment, with your e-mail address, telling me why you want this book. For every 15 comments I get, I will give away one book. If you'd like to double your chances, please blog about this post with a link back here. This contest is open to U.S. and Canadian mailing addresses only -- no p.o. boxes please. This contest will be open until Monday, December 16th at 11:59 p.m. EST. I will announce the winner the following day.

Review: Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual & Giveaway

Summary: This is the book that Bobbi Brown's fans have been waiting for: her 25-plus years of makeup styling experience distilled into one complete, gorgeous book. Bobbi looks at everything from skincare basics to every aspect of facial makeup--from how to find the right color and type of foundation for any skin tone to how to apply every detail of eye makeup (Brows, Eye Liner, Eye Shadow, and Eye Lashes) no matter your eye color and shape. Of course there are never-before-seen tips on blush, bronzer, lip liners, lipstick, etc. And Bobbi looks beyond the face with informative chapters on "Hands and Feet" and "Body Skin Care." Each chapter has thorough step-by-step basic directions for makeup application and easy-to-follow photographs and line drawings, along with Bobbi's expert, yet assuring, advice. Plus, there's a groundbreaking section of the book that will be of special interest to women who've wanted to know how makeup stylists do what they do: the top beauty secrets only these artists know, essential equipment to keep on hand, how to break into the business, and how to work with photographers and celebrities.

Breathtaking photos of the finished faces-from everyday looks to exotic runway style-along with advice on putting it all together for every woman, make this a book like no other.

BOBBI BROWN'S MAKEUP MANUAL will be the only book any woman will need to look absolutely fabulous. -- Springboard

For a makeup junkie like me, BOBBI BROWN MAKEUP MANUAL is an incredible book. I have always admired Ms. Brown and her ability to apply such natural-looking makeup. Her latest book will teach you how because it is chock full of tips and advice for women of all ages. This is the only resource you will ever need for makeup. Plus, the photographs are just amazing! Trust me when I say that this book could sit out on your coffee table -- it's that beautiful.

I had so much fun going through this book last night, and I have to say that I learned a great deal. I found a lot of useful hints that I intend to implement right away; and I can't wait to go shopping for new (and correct) shades. I was impressed with how Ms. Brown offered advice for women with all types of skin types as well as women of different ethnic backgrounds. The step-by-step pictures of how to apply the various makeup make so much sense and make everything look "doable."

In addition to the everyday makeup advice, there are many helpful hints for specific situations such as bridal makeup, special-occasion makeup, makeup for teens, ageless beauty, makeup during pregnancy, and (my favorite) bad-day beauty. There is also a wonderful section on the "Artistry" of makeup including information on what it takes to be a professional artist. I especially enjoyed the section on the history of makeup, and I loved learning about the "who's who" of makeup.

Does this book sound like something you'd like? Well, I have up to five copies to giveaway courtesy of Hachette Book Group USA! All you have to do is leave a comment, with your e-mail address, telling me why you want this book. For every 15 comments I get, I will give away one book. If you'd like to double your chances, please blog about this post with a link back here. This contest is open to U.S. and Canadian mailing addresses only -- no p.o. boxes please. This contest will be open until Sunday, December 15th at 11:59 p.m. EST. I will announce the winner the following day.