Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Feb 9, 2012, 11:02 am
Are you looking for a new hair style in 2012? Do you follow the “trends” or just pick what you want and GO with it? Personally, some of these trends are a bit whack-tastic. Such as the messy bob shown below. I adore bobs… but this one looks like it could use some serious deep-conditionin...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Oct 28, 2011, 8:28 am
As you’ve probably noticed, crackle nail polish is everywhere this fall. It provides texture, peek-a-book color, and easy application. Plus you can mix and match color to your heart’s desire. The latest addition to my crackle “collection” is from Jessica Cosmetics… it’s their new Party C...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Oct 21, 2011, 8:21 am
I know, I know… zombies don’t get their nails done.  But if you are one of the many dressing as a zombie this Halloween, here’s a simple way to make your nails match your rotted makeup. I started with one coat of Essie’s Merino Cool nail polish.  You could swap in any taupe, light mushroo...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Oct 20, 2011, 8:20 am
10 New Mascaras You’ll Love Get the long, thick, full lashes of your dreams with these amazing new mascaras   This is a TotalBeauty.com eye makeup article Love her or hate her, there’s one thing almost everyone can agree on when it comes to reality star Kim Kardashian: Her full, long, lusc...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Oct 19, 2011, 8:34 am
Welcome to another Freebie roundup by yours truly.  Let me know what you request and feel free to post any other freebies you find in your internet hunts – just use the comments section below! Head over to Costco’s website and grab your very own freebie of Dove’s Go Fresh Revive deodorant. �...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Aug 12, 2011, 4:11 pm
11 Makeup Mistakes You’re Making Without Even Knowing Sure, you don’t need anyone to tell you how to apply eyeliner — but are you wearing the wrong one? Find out This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup mistakes article Don’t you hate it when you realize — at the end of the day — that ...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Jun 18, 2011, 8:18 am
I’ve launched a new poll on Bionic Beauty: “What topics would you like to see more in Bionic Beauty’s future?” The new poll is available in the right sidebar of Bionic Beauty (under the appropriately labeled “Vote Now!” section). I have set this poll up to allow you to vote for as many...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Jun 16, 2011, 8:16 am
Another formerly spa or high end beauty store brand is now more accessible to the masses. I’ve spotted Essie nail polish displays at several Walgreens and Target stores in both large and small towns. If they aren’t in your area yet, they should be coming soon. Essie polishes spotted by Bion...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Jun 15, 2011, 7:15 am
Well it seems like it’s been a decade and a half since I went freebie hunting.   Thankfully I found a nice, long roundup of beauty goodies for you to request.  Some of these are just plain awesome and will go darn quick… so hustle up everyone! Ready to soothe your dry skin?  I am!  Here’...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Jun 14, 2011, 7:46 am
I know y’all have been wondering where the *beep* I have been for these past months… well, I have a ton of excuses I could dish out, but mainly I have been working offline on getting fresh ideas for Bionic Beauty. There are so many beauty blogs out there, and I want to get back to BB’s fun ro...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Feb 10, 2011, 7:10 am
Regardless of how you’ll be celebrating (or not-celebrating) Valentine’s Day, women everywhere seem to go on the quest for the ultimate red lipstick. To help you wade through the masses, I’ve come up with a Bionic Red Lipcolor Roundup that has a little something for everyone… elf's Cherry...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Feb 4, 2011, 11:45 am
Happy Friday! It’s going to be a Super weekend! Whether you will be watching the big game, cheering for the Steelers or the Packers, or just interested in relaxing, eating snacks or watching the commercials… it’s a good weekend for hanging out with friends and family. Anyhow, here’s a list...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Feb 1, 2011, 4:17 pm
I hope everyone is enjoying their start to 2011. Here’s a lengthy list of freebies to help warm up your mailbox after all this darn cold weather! Snap up a free sample of John Frieda’s Root Awakening “Strength Restoring” shampoo and conditioner. Mmm… I adore this hair care line! UK-based...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Jan 28, 2011, 7:18 am
Whenever I hear the sound of a FedEx truck, I always get excited. Do you think that’s a learned behavior from my dog? I’ll be honest though, when I popped open the box and pulled out the Minerals Mate mixing palette, my invisible tail didn’t wag. I’m just not a huge mineral makeup fa...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Jan 27, 2011, 7:10 am
Welcome to another installment of Bionic Beauty Homemade with Joycey Couture! What do you get when you wash your hair everyday in the midst of winter? You guessed it- dry hair! In my quest to find a solution, I came across this recipe. Time for show and tell! Has the winter months wreaked havoc ...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Jan 26, 2011, 7:06 am
Welcome to another installment of Bionic Beauty Homemade with Joycey Couture! Looking for a way to maintain a radiant, healthy glow in the midst of winter? With no need to measure a thing, try this simple recipe! Want skin as soft as this baby? Try this DIY Oat and Honey Facial Cream! Ingredient...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Jan 25, 2011, 6:54 pm
Welcome to another installment of Bionic Beauty Homemade with Joycey Couture! Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s day- if there is only one thing in the world that is a certainty in life it’s that we all have chocolate in the house this time of year. Once regarded as bad for ou...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Dec 12, 2010, 7:12 am
Welcome to another installment of Bionic Beauty Homemade with Joycey Couture! Dancing snowmen? Flying reindeer? Talk about a season full of myths! As it turns out however, there is at least one thing we can trust to come this winter- welcome to my face, dry skin. Time to thaw out those chilly we...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Dec 8, 2010, 7:08 am
T he holiday shopping season is here. Television, radio and internet commercials are laden with the things we “must-have”, people are battling for parking spots, and everyone is trying to save money (myself included). So this week’s Bionic Asks… Will you be buying any beauty-related for l...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Dec 5, 2010, 6:33 pm
Welcome to another installment of Bionic Beauty Homemade with Joycey Couture! With the temperatures dropping, there really isn’t much more enjoyable that I can think of than a relaxing bath. Why not try this simply, festive bath salt recipe that will help boost your mood and reduce fatigue? Pe...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Dec 5, 2010, 6:08 pm
Happy Holidays to all the Bionic Beauties! Take a few moments to kick back and request some free samples. You can’t beat free when most people are out shopping like crazy. Free is good. Very good! Grab yourself a free sample of ForeverLily perfume. Bath and Body Works USA stores will give you a ...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Dec 5, 2010, 7:05 am
As you may recall I was impressed with the Arbonne lash enhancer I tested last month, so I was down right giddy to start using Arbonne’s RE9 Advanced Firming Body Cream. To be honest, I’ve always been skeptical about firming lotions, so I have never shelled out the cash. My first impression? Th...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Dec 2, 2010, 7:02 am
Many years ago, I was a nail polish newbie, and I know from personal experience that some of the odd nail terms can be confuzzling. So here’s my handy little cheat-sheet to nail tech terminology… Acetone: Solvent used to break down and remove nail polish and acrylic nails. A chemical in the ket...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Dec 1, 2010, 7:01 am
This week’s Bionic Asks… What are your favorite online beauty shopping websites? Do you shop directly at the major online makeup and skin care websites such as the Amazon Beauty department, Beauty.com, drugstore.com, or Sephora.com? Or do you go straight to a particular brand website? Typicall...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 30, 2010, 7:30 am
I try tons of mascaras every year and the majority don’t pass muster. Hard Candy’s Ginormous Lash volumizing mascaras are ultra-affordable, don’t flake, smudge or wander; and they really do make your lashes look thicker. All for under ten bucks! The Ginormous lash mascaras come in black, bronz...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 29, 2010, 7:29 am
Welcome to another installment of Bionic Beauty Homemade with Joycey Couture! This week’s DIY beauty recipe is multi-functional and super easy to make. This sea salt beachy hair spray conditions your hair, refreshes it with a light scent, and you can use it for a styling product! Simply spray it ...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 28, 2010, 7:28 am
I’ve launched a new poll on Bionic Beauty: “What is your favorite eyeshadow color?” The new poll is available in the right sidebar of Bionic Beauty (under the appropriately labeled “Vote Now!” section).  Go on… and vote! And please feel free to elaborate on your vote in the comments s...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 27, 2010, 7:27 am
Color Club’s Fall 2010 nail polish collection is divided into two groups of seven polishes each. One group is “Every Shade of Indulgence” and the other group is “Colors so Luxe, They’re Covered in Diamonds” – both are under the main collection “Untamed Luxury”. I’m starting my sw...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 26, 2010, 7:26 am
I have been incredibly excited to share this week’s Powerful Beauty guest contributor… Kathleen Cross is the author of two Harper Collins novels, Skin Deep and Schooling Carmen. She has been a guest on numerous radio and television shows, including Oprah, Montel and Dr. Phil. In addition to bei...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 25, 2010, 7:25 am
Happy Thanksgiving! In order to help you prep for tomorrow’s Black Friday madness, check out this week’s beauty and cosmetics sales, discounts, and coupons from your local Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid drugstores! Walgreens Most Walgreens stores will be open from 9am to 6pm on Thanksgiving Da...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 24, 2010, 7:24 am
T is the season to reflect on what is most important in our lives, what has changed us, and that which has forced us (good, bad or otherwise) to grow. There’s really too much for me to list in an article, and not bore you all to a tryptophan-coma, so here is my tippy-top “I’m Thankful” list...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 23, 2010, 7:23 am
The holiday season is upcoming… by the way, you all are welcome to join me in hiding my head in the sand to pretend it’s not right around the corner. But in reality, whether it’s just a family gathering, some relaxing time in a cabin, or just dry skin from the no-humidity-winter, skin can look...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 22, 2010, 7:22 am
Welcome to another installment of Bionic Beauty Homemade with Joycey Couture! With Fall upon us, and winter quickly approaching, I’ve been grasping for my lip balm like mad woman! Dry air, wind, and cold temperatures all play a factor in drawing moisture away from the body, and lips are often th...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 21, 2010, 10:29 am
With all the new makeup and beauty products that launch every Fall and Winter, it’s a total nightmare to keep up with them! Total Beauty has a “summary” version with some of my new favorite items- including my current most loved lip product- Revlon’s Just Bitten lip stain markers. I’m SO i...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 19, 2010, 7:19 am
This week’s Powerful Beauty segment features Josephine Pizarro. Josephine is the head of the Your Beauty School website. She first became interested in beauty of the world and how people perceived beauty when she was around 25 years old. Josephine loves to travel annually “to see what different...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 18, 2010, 11:41 am
Happy Harry Potter day y’all! (Can you tell that I’m an obsessive HP fangirl???) I’ve been hunting high and low for the latest and greatest in beauty freebies… and here are the kickin’ results! All you lucky ladies living in Kroger store states can score a free sample of John Frieda Luxur...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 17, 2010, 9:17 am
I’m heading to a midnight showing of Harry Potter at midnight tonight. In costume, of course! This year I’ll be dressing up as Ginny Weasley thanks to my newly-dyed red hair. My "Ginny Weasley" costume for the Harry Potter Book 7 midnight release party! Will you be seeing Harry Potter and the...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 16, 2010, 7:16 am
There were two key reasons I was excited to try Fight Back “2,” another product within the Mission Essentials line.  The first- the company is based out of Charleston, South Carolina, so their front door is just a hop, skip and jump away from my own.  And two- Charleston has bugs like no other...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 13, 2010, 7:13 am
Have you ever been baffled by the endless arrays of mascaras out there? Personally, my ADD kicks in whenever I am near a makeup aisle. “How can I possibly pick the right mascara from all these choices?!?” After many years of trials and tribulations (not to mention blood blisters on my eyes fro...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 12, 2010, 12:12 pm
As my regular readers know, every Friday at Bionic Beauty features the Powerful Beauty article series. There have been contributors from across the globe and from a variety of professions (models, artists, book authors, and makeup artists – to name a few). I’d really love to open this featur...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 12, 2010, 10:56 am
Happy Friday! I’ve been scouring the internet again for beauty freebies… my time searching is now turned into your fun, and free, goodies! I normally don’t post freebies such as this one, but it’s a perfect way to show off your pedicure, so… Get a free set of tropical flip flops from Orbi...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 11, 2010, 6:27 pm
Ready to save some moo-lah, money, buckaroos, dinero, fliff? Check out this week’s beauty and cosmetics sales, discounts, and coupons from your local Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid drugstores! Walgreens Fragrance, cologne and perfume gift sets – On sale from $9.99 to $19.99 Degree or Dove Clinic...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 11, 2010, 3:54 pm
E.l.f. Cosmetics (also known as Eyes Lips Face) is holding a brand new, splendiferous sale. Simply use the coupon code MHHALF at checkout to receive 50% off your E.l.f. Cosmetics mineral makeup order! Breaking news: Brand new mineral makeup sale at elf! Elf makeup, brushes, and cases make excell...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 9, 2010, 7:09 am
I’ve never met a woman who didn’t love the idea of long, luxurious lashes. But like many women, I was not blessed with them naturally. If you were, consider yourself exceptionally lucky! As a person with short, straight, very blonde lashes- I always jump at the opportunity to try an eyelash e...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 8, 2010, 7:08 am
After a few weeks hiatus, I’m back with another installment of Bionic Beauty Homemade with Joycey Couture! Shoo fly, don’t bother me with this homemade, and all-natural, Bug Repellent spray! After spending two long summers in muggy Charleston, I’ve come to cherish my insect repellents – at...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 7, 2010, 7:07 am
Jessica Cosmetics has released their new Fall 2010 nail polish collection, “Muse”, and it’s loaded with on trend colors. In order to give all Bionic Beauties an introduction to the collection, I’ve swatched and reviewed two of the most popular colors. Like it’s namesake, it’s truly inspi...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 6, 2010, 8:06 am
Looking for the best bang-for-your-buck in the makeup aisle? Aren’t we all these days? I know my personal “fluff” beauty budget is beyond tight. I’m pinching half pennies at this point. Hence, I thought this new feature on Total Beauty might help us all out. It’s got ideas for those of us ...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 4, 2010, 8:04 am
Here are this week’s beauty and cosmetics sales and coupons from your local Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid drugstores. Walgreens Maybelline Cosmetics and makeup – Buy 1, get 1 for half off! Feminine Care products (14 to 22 pack select Always pads, 34 to 60 pack Always pantiliners, 18 or 20 pack...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 3, 2010, 12:51 pm
I’ve been scouring the internet again for beauty freebies… my time searching is now turned into your fun, and free, goodies! Get a coupon good for a free pack of the brand new RepHresh pH Brilliant tampons! Simply fill out the form and use promotional code 3995trynow, then they’ll mail you a ...
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Jami S. posted an article on Bionic Beauty - Nov 2, 2010, 11:21 am
Mission Essentials is an all-natural, organic skin care line that I am thoroughly testing for all the Bionic Beauties out there. The first product I tested? Their 100% natural Eucalyptus Soap.  The smell is unbelievable and completely refreshing, perfect for a quick morning shower, and the bar nev...
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