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This is a TotalBeauty.com health article After a long, stressful day at work, going to the gym probably doesn't sound as relaxing as plopping on your couch with a glass of wine and a DVR filled with episodes of Glee. We're not here to tell you not to indulge in your high school musical flashbacks. But here's an idea: Unwind before you hit the couch with these stress-reducing exercises you can do at home. Get exercises

Why go to The Makeup Show?

Last year I attended the Makeup Show in New York City as press and one of the reasons I attended this makeup trade show was to check out their products and see their latest innovations. This year, at the Makeup Show, you'll have access to these amazing brands: Make Up For Ever, Stila, Crown Brush, Temptu Pro, Smashbox, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, and INGLOT Cosmetics.

New products will also debut at the show this year on May 13 & 14, including:
* ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS – Launching exclusively at the show is their highly anticipated, Lash Genius waterproof topcoat. This colorless mascara makes any mascara waterproof and is guaranteed to become a staple in anyone’s beauty kit this summer.
* Armour Beauty – This naturally based, long wearing, rock n roll lip-gloss has recently launched in new shades of Iridescent Silver Shimmer and Bright Orange Opaque.
* GLAMCOR – They will be introducing their Hygienic Hand Palette along with their collection of GLAMOUR VEIL, which will be available in five shades of foundation and concealer.
* MEHRON – They will be launching their new products from Intense, Celebre Pro HD Loose Powder, Celebre Pro HD Pressed Powder, Face Kabuki to Eye and Lip Pencils.
* London Brush Company - Exclusively at The Makeup Show NYC, they will debut their brand new Brush Cleaner, which is made here in the US…by hand! This product is naturally anti-bacterial and has no alcohol, acetone, or chemicals in it. Available in 2 fragrances, made from combined essential oils, and also fragrance free - for those who react to essentials.
* Beauty Addict – They will showcase their newest mascara if you're looking for intense dramatic lashes!
* INGLOT Cosmetics – Their newest line of Colour Play Mascara, in 5 eye-popping colors, will be available at their booth.

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Get glowing with Jergens Natural Glow & Protect

I cannot believe it's May next week.. Almost four months have already gone by and before I know it, summer will be here! Want to get ready and not feel so untanned? It's time to get glowing with Jergens' new product- Natural Glow & Protect SPF20. This new product is a step up from their popular Natural Glow to give your skin a gradual natural tan (in 5-7 days). Glow & Protect gives you the additional sun protection that your skin needs while you're out catching some rays with an SPF 20 so it's a win-win! Beautiful color with daily sun protection. Your skin will stay moisturized with this lotion and it comes in two shades- fair/medium and medium/tan.

Also Jergens Skincare will make a two dollar donation to The Skin Cancer Foundation to help raise awareness about staying protected from the sun, for every Glow Story/photo book you submit. Check out more details here: http://www.jergens.com/placesyoullglow/Default.aspx We all love a glowing story, so share with Jergens and other fans how you glow with Jergens moisturizers. Disclaimer: I received product info from this company's PR agency to share with my readers.) Check out more blogs @ TotalBeauty.com

Get Beautiful Multi-tone Hair with John Frieda Hair Care

At a dinner last month hosted by John Frieda, I was able to get a sneak peek into their new products for this Spring (including  Sheer Solution & Full Repair Style Revival styling spray). To get gorgeous beautiful multiple toned color, the Precision Foam Colour was demonstrated by a model next to international creative consultant, Harry Josh.

The Precision Foam Colour Salon Blends incorporate hues from multiple tone families, for the same kind of blended effect professional colorists offer. The perfect solution for beautiful hair! These 5 new shades are professionally pre-blended and salon-exclusive, including:

    7NBG Dark Caramel Blonde (Natural/Beige/Gold)
    7PBN Dark Cool Pearl Blonde (Pearl/Beige/Natural)
    6.5PBN Lightest Cool Almond Brown (Pearl/Beige/Natural)
    6NBC Light Bronze Brown (Natural/Beige/Copper)
    6NBG Light Amber Brown (Natural/Beige/Gold)

(Disclaimer: I received this information from this company's PR agency to share with my readers.)
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My April KLUTCHclub box is here!

Themed "Spring clean your body", my April KLUTCHclub box has finally arrived!! I couldn't be more excited to try this health &fitness focused subscription box. For only $18 a box, you get 10 amazing products, including a Power Yoga DVD from Kristin McGee and a bottle of ZICO, delicious replenishing Coconut water.

The products in this month's KLUTCHClub box are:
1) Kristin McGee's Power Yoga DVD- already have her MTV yoga/pilates dvds and Body By Bethenny DVD
2) Yoga Hyde - $25 gift certificate to use on their natural, organic yoga clothes
3) HYDRIVE- energy drink mix to flavor your water (can't wait to try this)
4) ZICO- Bottle of Coconut water (Yup already drank this!)
5) Tea Forte- 3-pack tea bag (Love trying new tea)
6) KIND Bar- nutty bar with choco & protein
7) Enjoy Life Foods- Seed and Fruit mix with no nuts, makes a great healthy snack
8) Enjoy Life Foods- (not listed) Plentils - crunchy lentil chips
9) Barlean's Organic Oils- this Omegal Swirl flax and fish oil supplements
10) Shea Terra Organics- the Rose Hips Black Soap Deep Pore Facial Wash contains lots of ingredients for a  natural microdermabrasion


I was super happy to get this box and can't wait to get my next one already! I'm looking forward to tasting, drinking and testing all the products in here and get my Omm on with the DVD. :)

Dove's "Show Us Your Skin" campaign in Times Square

If you're in NYC or happen to be visiting this weekend, be sure to check out Times Square for the Dove's "Show Us Your Skin" campaign. You'll be able to participate in this truly unique experience- your face will be on the Times Square billboard for everyone to see! Of course you will be photographed professionally to show off your best asset- your skin! Your photo will also be emailed to you so you can share with your friends and family!! So get your glam on in Times Square now through Saturday, April 21.

Health & Fitness Expo sponsored by Fitness & More Magazines

This past weekend, I attended the More/Fitness Magazines' Health &Fitness Expo in New York City. Open to the public, this expo featured many vendors that I love such as Duane Reade, Sparkly Soul headbands, and Aveeno. While runners/walkers were there to pick up their registration packets for the Fitness/More Half marathon this past Sunday, I attended to check out what was new in the industry. I picked up the May copies of the Fitness, More and Eating Well magazines (already read them cover to cover) and enjoyed some goodies I got from the Jenny Craig, Aveeno and Duane Reade booths.

Jenny Craig was giving our some Cheesy Curl & smores bar snacks! Yum!	Got some great shampoo, moisturizer and sunscreen samples.
My new magazines!	SparklySoul got some great headbands..

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SpaWeek Media Party- Book your Spa Week appointments today!

Spa Week is almost coming to an end.. if you haven't booked your #50DollarTreatments yet, you still have a few more days! (Ends Sunday, April 22) Last week, I attended the Spa Week media party to celebrate the start of Spa Week on Monday. Not only did I get to check out some of the spa treatments, I also got to meet one of my favorite authors, Emily Giffin, best known for the chick-lit/movie "Something Borrowed." I met her last year at a book signing of her last book "Heart of the Matter" and so I was excited to meet her again to let her know how much I enjoyed the book and the movie "Something Borrowed." I also got to see Christopher Drummond in action-giving gorgeous makeovers from his mineral makeup line. Attendees also got sample treatments from Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spas and Spa Chicks on the Go.

Go get your spa on this week! If you can't make it, you'll have to wait until October.. Go to www.spaweek.com for more details. Check out more blogs @ TotalBeauty.com

The Makeup Show in NYC- May 13 & 14

This year, the Makeup Show will be held in the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City on May 13 & 14, 2012. At one of my favorite buildings in NY and home of so many fun gatherings, this show will be another spectacular event to add to my must-attend list this Spring. With a long list of exhibitors, I'm excited to see again Make Up For Ever Pro, Mario Badescu, Stila, NARS, Crown Brushes, and so much more!! And of course, beside shopping and updating my makeup bag, I cannot wait to attend some seminars and really learn from the industry's best during this 2-day seminar.



If you can't make it to the one in NY, they also have the show in Chicago, Orlando and Berlin this year. 

Check out the site for more information: http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/NY/index.html


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Kiss Nail Dress

In my Influenster LoveVoxBox, I received the Kiss Nail Dress in this leopard print in purple/ pink/silver color. If you're looking for fun, vibrant colors on your nails, these "stickers" are what you're looking for. They're also made for your toes too- because one side is round and the other side is more square (for toes.) They also come off easily with regular nail polish remover. With over 18 designs, you should be able to find the one that suits your personal style! They're affordable too, about $7 at your local retailer/drugstore, and each box comes with 28 strips, so you'll be able to get a mani & pedi twice! Check out www.KissNailDress.com for more info!

April Birchbox- Natural Wonders

Since this month is Earth Month, Birchbox curated a box specifically on green and earth-friendly products. LOVEEEEEEEEE ITTTTTT!!! The box I got introduced me to new brands as well some of my favorites- Yes To, Zoya and Weleda.The new brands were Atelier Cologne (scent:  Orange Sanguine)and Marula The Leakey Collection (pure Marula Oil). Anything blood orange, I love so this cologne smelled delicious.. will easily be using this everyday this month. The Marula Oil is intriguing as I love using facial oils to moisturize. I've loved the past Zoya colors I got so I'm excited to try this new nude color from their TRUE Spring collection. It looks like clay so it's a color that I'll be wearing when I'm not in the mood for brights. The Weleda Pomegranate Firming Night Cream is a great night cream.. love the scent! And last but not least, is the Yes to Blueberries Age Refresh Cleansing Facial Towelettes. This 8-pack is awesome for after workouts to feel fresh and revived. They smell great, and I already have a full-sized pack so this mini travel size is great to have. Love the Natural Wonders in this month's box and cannot wait to get the Gossip Girl inspired box next month!

Natural Health Magazine's Urban Wellness Retreat

On the last weekend of March, I attended the Urban Wellness Retreat hosted by one of my new favorite magazines, Natural Health at Barnard college in NYC. This all-day session included guest speakers whose expertise ranged from nutrition, family, happiness, and Eco-friendly living.

I had an amazing time and cannot wait to come back next year. It was a wonderful way to spend my Saturday learning about healthy tips and feeling inspired to change my life for the better!

First, FOOD! We ate a delicious vegetarian lunch, quinoa, yummy wrap, fruit skewers and salad!

Organic Avenue founder, Denise Mari, talking about the importance of eating whole natural foods. I haven't juiced before but I do love them!

Dr. Peggy Drexler talking about how a woman's relationship with her father shapes her life. Her book "Our Father, Ourselves" is quite interesting as I'm still reading it.

The NATURAL BEAUTY panel w/ experts on nails, laser and nutrition.

Gabby Bernstein aka the Spirit Junkie was so passionate about everything she said. I'm also reading her book now, "Add more -ing to your Life!"

It's Danny Seo, an eco-activist, has one of the best green blogs out there. He was hilarious as the audience chuckled at all his jokes and his personal story was inspiring for everyone.