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Weddings are just as big a deal on celluloid as they are in real life. In fact, if you look on IMDB right now, there are over 3,400 nuptial-related titles listed. There's a long Hollywood tradition of gorgeous brides on film, but not all weddings are created equal. We've curated 25 of the most beautiful, memorable brides from the movies, from Princess Amidala to Princess Jasmine. -Additional reporting by Jessica Cruel Source: Paramount Pictures, Lucasfilm, and Universal Pictures View Slideshow ›

Don't let bruises, blisters, blue veins, and stretch marks keep you from baring your legs this Summer. You can don the shortest shorts, high-cut bikinis, and miniskirts with just a little bit of extra coverage (that is, if you choose, of course.) Read on to discover three ways to hide your tiny imperfections during the warmer months.

Traci asks (via FaceBook)…Can’t Quaternium-15 be a skin irritant? The Beauty Brains respond: Quaternium-15 is a formaldehyde-releasing preservative commonly used in cosmetics. (We recently mentioned it in our post on Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Body Wash.) But is it safe? Pros and cons of a preservative Quaternium-15 is sold in a variety of forms and is commonly used because it’s very effective against a broad-spectrum of microbials including bacteria, fungi, molds. In addition it is cost effective and easy to formulate with. However, a number of studies have shown that it can cause allergic contact dermatitis. If you’d like more background, Dermnet  has a nice explanation how some individuals may become sensitized to formaldehyde containing materials and may have a reaction to Quaternium-15. Quick research review Bad: One study (E. Warshaw, et al. Contact dermatitis of the hands: Cross-sectional analyses of North American Contact Dermatitis Group Data, 1994-2004. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Volume 57, Issue 2, Pages 301-314) found that it was responsible for over 16% of about 1000 allergic contact dermatitis cases studied. Good, sort of: The “Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Quaternium-15″ published in the International Journal of Toxicology  says Quaternium-15 “is not a primary skin irritant in humans” but  may be a human sensitizer in some clinical patients. It safe at concentrations “not exceeding those presently in use.”  (0.1% to 1.0%) Good and bad: The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety SCCS OPINION ON Quaternium-15 reviewed multiple tests: One concluded that  a 10% dose of Quaternium-15 did not cause allergic sensitization in a Guinea pig study  and therefore, was “not considered to have a significant potential as a human skin sensitizer. Another test, on humans, showed that at  0.6% in petrolatum the preservative did not induce allergic contact dermatitis. Yet, two other studies showed Quaternium-15 was “a potential human skin sensitizer under these test conditions” and that up to “10% of the population had a positive reaction” to this material and that it “can be an allergen for many people.” The Beauty Brains bottom line While the data is mixed, studies have certainly shown that some people are sensitive to Quaternium-15. Problems usually occur when the ingredient is used at high level and held in contact with the skin for long period of time. Most people have no problem with this ingredient when used at the  lower levels typically found in cosmetics, especially if these are rinse off products. If you find yourself with symptoms of allergic contact dermatitis you should check the ingredient lists of your cosmetics for Quaternium-15. Image credit: http://upload.wikimedia.org/

"I’m still trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up. I always wanted to be a singer—my whole life, all I ever did was sing around the house. [Modeling and acting] all happened so young, before I even had a chance to really think about it. But I love what I do... People are always telling me how much they loved Empire Records. We had so much fun making that movie. I was so young—16 or 17. I still had a tutor! [Laughs] I wasn't really thinking about [making a fashion statement]. But those were my boots in the movie [photo 15]! Actually, we got into a huge fight, because I had this whole outfit planned, and then the night before filming, [the studio] said they wanted me in a mohair sweater and a plaid miniskirt. It was something about how they wanted to soften my look, but being a rebellious teenager, I was mad. I was like, ‘Are you fucking kidding me? Really? Fine, screw you, I’m gonna wear my boots with it!’ Well, that’s what I said to myself. Everything has changed so much in fashion and beauty since the Nineties, when I was starting out. I remember going to the Stealing Beauty premiere, and I loved Dolce & Gabbana so I reached out to them to borrow a dress and they sent me one. I think I had my hair done. But I would go to things all the time where I did my own hair and makeup. Or, when I did Inventing the Abbotts with Joaquin Phoenix, we were dating at the time, and I threw on this red Prada dress with my weird vintage coat for the premiere [photo 16]. I remember Gwyneth [Paltrow] came to the premiere for Armageddon and danced with me at the after-party and she had no makeup on, this little slip dress and no bra, and maybe flip-flops. It was just a different time. There weren’t as many paparazzi, the red carpets weren’t what they are now—there’s a lot of scrutiny going on and the maintenance is intense! Think about seeing Julia Roberts on the red carpet in the late 80s and early 90s in a suit with no makeup on, and that was OK. I sort of miss those days a little bit. I really learned about makeup and skincare from watching my grandmother [Dorothea Johnson] and my mom [Bebe Buell]. My grandmother was very elegant, very detail-oriented, and kind of meticulous about her routine and about how groomed she was. She started teaching me the importance of moisturizing at six years old, putting moisturizer on me every night when I got out of the bath. She also taught me things like, ‘Never go to sleep without washing your face,’ so, at a very young age, I was washing my skin. And then I watched my mom, who was totally different. My grandma is an etiquette teacher, who’s written books on the topic—we’re actually writing one together right now—and my mom had this rebel heart. She played in punk bands and worked as a model. Growing up, I’d always watch her do her makeup, and I would break into her bag all the time and use her products. But I started working at 13! So, I can’t remember ever not having makeup or skincare around. I'm obsessed with beauty—seriously, one of my dreams is to write a book about beauty secrets and do a skincare line. Having said that, I haven’t even begun to venture down that road, but since I was a very young teenager, I would collect masks and moisturizers, and when my girlfriends would come over, I’d be giving them ideas for what to do to their skin. I still do that all the time. When you put a bit more effort into some things, the results are wonderful, especially as a woman—in your health, your body, your skin, your hair. It can be about that extra five little minutes a day, 30 more minutes a week. Try to shut the world out. If you’re a mom, you just say, ‘Okay, here, you’re going to watch a movie, I’m going to take a bath.’ Take the time to have a bath, to do a face mask. It really makes you feel better! And that is what makes you more beautiful—the inner-sparkle that shines out. My whole thing about skincare is starting from the inside, out. There’s no cream that’s going to make you beautiful.

Superstar Rihanna is so obsessed with MAC makeup – she had her own custom color mixed that you can wear too! The shade is a dark and mysterious shade of red called RiRi Woo. Rihanna explains why she chose to work with MAC on a custom lip color: Working with M.A.C it’s difficult to get a red lipstick that beats Ruby Woo, because it works on every skin tone. I had so many different samples to choose from and so many different colors underneath — blue, yellow, orange and pink bases. And I got to pick one that worked, and I tried it on all my friends to make sure it worked on all of our skin tones. I really got to play. There’s so much to choose from, and you can mix different textures with different colors and different greens in different eye shadows. I learned so much about the detail of makeup and what makes things look different. What makes it apply different is really important. Every little detail is important. I love how the lipstick has her signature molded into it! Available May 2 at all MAC locations, $15. Will you be trying Riri’s new lipstick?

When you think of your destiny, we're guessing that body lotion is the last thing on your mind. But cult-favorite brand TokyoMilk is making us reconsider that with its Dark Destiny Body Soufflé ($40). Infused with midnight jasmine, sweet honeysuckle, and freshly cut ginger, this body butter doubles as a seductive perfume. But that's not to say it skimps on moisturizing. Destiny boasts an impressive array of skin-quenching ingredients, like shea butter and avocado oils, to smooth out even the most stubborn dry skin. The best part is that is doesn't leave behind that greasy residue that some lotions do. Glide the creamy lotion all over your limbs, focusing on your pressure points, and you can just about kiss your perfume goodbye.

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Lined top and lower with Peacock gel liner. I really liked my lips. I don't know if you can tell from the photo. Lightest color in Arden Palette rimmed with Hard Candy Pink Glitter Eye pencil; outer corners Tony and Tina Pink Gold glitter eye pencil I hope you had a good weekend! I was busy beading and etc. And I'm reading a cute book that I need to get back to. Karin Originally posted 2009-05-26 23:28:28.

Most women dread the dimply patches of cellulite on their legs, stomach or arms… especially during the summer months when our skin is more exposed. But don’t worry, there is something you can do about it. Genetics play a part, but so do the foods that you eat. Dr. David E. Bank, a leading dermatologist based in NY, says that cellulite can be… “genetically related, in that it’s due to gender, race, slow metabolism, distribution of fat, and circulatory insufficiency. There are also hormonal factors, such as estrogen levels, degrees of insulin, issues with thyroid hormones, and prolactin cell[s] can contribute to the production process of cellulite production.” He also states that cellulite can form as a result of diet and lifestyle choices and “the unfortunate result of simply aging.” New York Times best-selling author of The Beauty Detox Foods and celebrity nutritionist Kimberly Snyder shares some top beauty foods that help reduce cellulite and get you ready for those short shorts and bikinis! Beauty Food: Cilantro Cilantro is a fresh herb associated with cleansing characteristics, by removing heavy metals from the body (also called chelation) that lodge themselves in and enlarge the fat cells. Upon removing heavy metals, the tissues can begin to heal and function normally, reducing cellulite. Beauty Food: Oat Groats Find out what causes cellulite and the best at-home treatments to use –> HERE! Oat groats are the most natural, unprocessed form of oats. They are soluble and insoluble fiber, making them quite filling; they also don’t spike your blood sugar the way refined carbs and sugars do. A recent study showed that the consumption of whole grains like oat groats contributes to metabolic alterations that can reduce weight gain and therefore reduce cellulite. Beauty Foods: Citrus Fruits like Lemons, Oranges and Grapefruits Find out some of the best creams to combat cellulite –> Reviews/Photos – Best Cellulite Products & Treatments! A diet high in fatty acids and antioxidant minerals will help regulate your body’s fat metabolism. Foods like citrus fruits including lemons, oranges and grapefruits are useful in ridding yourself of cellulite by providing your body with a big boost of vitamin C to rebuild and repair skin collagen, which prevents cellulite from being visible. For more information on The Beauty Detox Foods or Kimberly Snyder please visit www.beautydetoxfoods.com and www.kimberlysnyder.net. Do any of you lovely ladies already include these foods in your everyday diet? Let us know by commenting below (you just might win a free sample)! Make sure to follow us on our Pinterest page by clicking HERE! And don’t forget to get the latest beauty and skincare news by following us on Twitter @BeautyStat! For more giveaways and contests, sign up for our newsletter HERE. If you like this post, share it with your friends and give it a LIKE on Facebook.