TIS THE SEASON!!

Tis the season, to get married.  Right now thousands of newly engaged couples are scrambling to put last minute touches on their upcoming weddings.  With thoughts of the unknown and fears of the what go wrongs, brides are spending sleepless nights checking and double checking their to-do lists.  One thing I have learned from years of working with brides to be is that no matter how many times we check and double check once the day is upon us what is to be will be.  The point is to take each moment in. To enjoy the process of creating this magical day and visualize it to feel the best it will feel. That will ensure that no matter what happens (or doesn't) happen on that day, everyone involved, including the guests, will have the most magical experience possible.  When meeting with possible vendors, see how you vibe with them.  Maybe their prices are different that you envisioned, or their cake doesn't taste quite as you hoped, but if you feel the most comfortable with that person or company, they are the ones! Ultimately on that day, they will create the very best for you, absolutely for sure.
Taking the time to find the simple beauty in all the preparations will guarantee a most simply beautiful wedding day!

Dedra has had the privilege of being a part of so many brides wonderful day.  You can find more of her work on her website simplebeautebydedra.com or on weddingwire.com

GET YOUR VALENTINES DAY ON!

CREATING BEAUTY FROM THE INSIDE OUT

Creating beauty from the inside out is easier that it may seem.  I have found that when we really take the time for ourselves daily, whether it be 5 minutes or 50, changes occur.  One of my favorite ways to "honor" and "love" myself is thru "mindful application." Instead of hurrying thru your beauty routine focus on how you wash your face, really massaging your skin and neck.  Applying a  hot compress also really soothes and relaxes our body as we prepare our skin for treatments.  And that is what I can all the lotions and potions that are added after a wash. By treating your skin with a mist of rose water your hydrating your face as well as awakening your senses.  I love to press my maracuja oil into my skin while slightly damp letting the face absorb all that great moisture.
By giving yourself this time, nurturing and paying attention, the mind shifts and love occurs. This transcends thru the rest of our day and beyond.

Are there any beauty regimes that make you feel honored and help start your day?

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BEAUTIFUL NIGHT....GOLDEN GLOBES

I thought the stars were definitely shining at last nights Golden Globes presentation.  Usually there are some big misses but honestly I thought the stars were shining brightly last night.  Not only was Jodie Fosters speech quite moving, she looked the best she ever has in my opinion.  Her hair was a perfect length and style and her makeup was strong yet clean.  I think the thing that made her look most beautiful was her confidence.  Something it sounds that has been hard fought!






I also absolutely loved the way Jessica Chastain looked.  Her hair, makeup and dress were perfection. Simple and elegant.  The right shade of lip to give her polished look a punch without going over the top.

But my absolute favorite of the evening definitely goes to Kate Hudson!! She hasn't been around for awhile or that I have seen and wow, she didn't disappoint. Striking, beautiful, simple elegance.
Creating a fine balance between natural beauty and glamour.
You know what I always say, simple beaute is always the best beauty there is!

What were your favorite looks from last night?  I'd love to know

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LOOKING FOR STOCKING STUFFER IDEAS?!

                                   

                                  Did you know that Simplebeautebydedra Foundation Stick makes great stocking stuffers? Their convenient size is perfect for anybody you want to share the gift of beauty with.        
                                   Simplebeautebydedra Foundation Sticks are
           -super easy to use, just rub on and blend
           -cream to powder for anti shine
           -healing for the skin
           -contain broad spectrum spf 15
           -pore minimizing
           -foundation AND concealer
                                                             
   And right now we are offering a 2nd stick  at half off so you too can enjoy the benefits of this amazing product!!


Also, from now until Christmas, 5% of every purchase will go to The Autism Society of America.  So not only do you empower yourself and a loved one thru beauty but you help the lives of someone inflicted with autism.

FEEL THE GIFT OF GIVING!

                     

          FEEL THE GIFT OF GIVING

This season we’re reminded how important it is to give.

So for all orders of simplebeautebydedra Foundation Stick placed from now until Christmas we’re giving 5% of everypurchase to The Autism Society of America.

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 Be Beautiful!!

                         

HAPPY HANNUKAH!

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LOOK SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL FOR THE HOLIDAYS-25% OFF

I want you to look simply beautiful for the holidays and to help you take the "mystery out of makeup" I'm offering my simplebeautebydedra foundation for 25% off! My foundation is so easy to use you could virtually do your makeup it in the car-although we don't advise that.  If you have 1 minute you can protect, conceal and even out your skintone with this one little stick. So give yourself more time for shopping and look beautiful with simplebeautebydedra!

CYBER MONDAY 25% OFF SIMPLEBEAUTEBYDEDRA FOUNDATION!

With the influx of holidays coming it's very easy to forget about ourselves but remember giving thanks for ourselves and our health is as important as thanking our loved ones.  Take 5 minutes out a day and take some deep breaths and relax your body.  Take a short walk thru the park and enjoy nature.  If you can, create a sacred time a day and do a beauty treatment like a mask to treat yourself.  These little steps will promote a happy and healthy you!
And I want to honor you as well.  Today only  I am giving 25% off  my already low price Simplebeautebydedra foundation.  It works great for day and evening.  Is super lightweight but can act as a concealer. And best of all it contains broad spectrum spf 15 to protect your skin.

Look your best this holiday season!!

BECAUSE I'M THANKFUL OF YOU...

Because I'm thankful of you, while supplies last, I am offering my top selling Simplebeautebydedra Foundation Stick for 20% off!!  Also, for a limited time I am giving away the amazing beauty blender with every purchase.  That's a $49.95 value for $23.95!!  Look great for the Holidays!!

Hurry, this offer won't last for long!  Just click the link on my blog. Discounts will be taken at the checkout.

ARMANI DOES IT AGAIN!!

You know I am always loving me some Luminous Silk Foundation and now for Fall, Armani has done it again! Amazing 16 hour waterproof eyeliner.  Eyes to Kill Chic eyeliner pencil is dual ended so it's silky smooth on one end and has smudging capabilities on the other.  Comes in Earthen or Black and lasts all day.

Secondly, you also know I love anything that does more than one thing. It creates simplicity in your life and your makeup drawer and Armani succeeds again with this Easy Chic Face and Eye Palette.  It has all the fall colors that you want in one little case and the quality is unsurpassed using super satiny formulation.

And finally to finish the look, Armani has released 3 beautiful shades of luxurious lipstick which is not only long wearing, try 8 hours, but it comes in this falls hottest colors, plum, rouge and beige.

The only 3 things you need to update your beauty look for fall 2012! Simply and Beautifully.


*beauty tip; putting your eyeliner on first then applying shadow over it will give your look a softer finish and makes your application easier to pull off because the lines don't need to be absolutely perfect.

LOVE ALL NATURAL!!

I love all natural things.  There's nothing more satisfying about creating beauty recipes using simple ingredients.  I recently found a great foot scrub recipe from  Skin Care Recipes and Remedies to remove dry skin.  We spend so much time on our feet they deserve a lot of TLC.  This recipe contains lavender oil which I also use on my body when I get out of the shower and at night on my temples to help me sleep.  Hope this helps your poor peds!!

Salt scrub
Ingredients

1 cup of sea salt or Epsom salt
1/2 cup of cold water
2 drops of lavender essential oil
Preparation

Start off by gradually adding water to salt and lavender oil
As you are adding it, you want to make sure the mix starts looking like a paste. It has to be not too liquid and not too solid, it should be like soft though otherwise it will run between your fingers
Rub your feet and soles in circular motion
Rinse off with warm water



That's it! Super simple.

Beauty tip: Put Vaseline on your feet and wear socks to bed when they are really dry. You'll wake up to soft, hydrated heels.

Do you have any favorite natural beauty recipes that you use?  I'd love to hear about them!

THE ONLY THREE MAKEUP PRODUCTS YOU NEED!

So my goal is always to create simplicity in my life-and beauty. Well, simplicity IS beautiful in of itself for sure.  One area to create simplicity is in your makeup bag. Do you need all 15 of those eyeshadows and lipsticks? I say "No!" Here are my three fav makeup products that you need to make yourself beautiful in about 5 minutes or less.  First of course I have to tout my foundation, simplebeautebydedra. It works as a foundation AND a concealer.  It has spf 15 in it and the finish is cream to powder so it sets nicely on the skin and you don't need powder.  My second must have is Smashbox's Cream Cheek Trio. Don't let the name fool you though. This 3 in 1 can also be used on your eyes and lips!  To finish off the list I love my L'oreal False Fiber mascara.  It doesn't flake and is incredibly buildable to really pop the eyes.  Only three products to create true beauty simply!!

SIMPLE BEAUTE-GRAMICCI STYLE!!

So thrilled with my new product, Simple Beaute by Dedra Foundation Stick! It works so well and the finish is so natural.  I recently used it on a shoot for a company I work for, Gramicci.  They are an outdoor, organic clothing company so natural is key.  The goal is to make the models look that they haven't been done.  I think I pulled it off pretty good.  What do you think?  If you want to purchase my amazing foundation you can find it here on my blog or go to my website http://www.simplebeautebydedra.com.

 Beauty Tip: Remember when applying your foundation start in the center of the face and blend outward. That will leave the bulk of the product where you need it most and keep you from having that dreaded line of demarkation!!

SIMPLY SENSATIONAL!!

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JURLIQUE, SO SUPER SIMPLE!!

Looking at my skin lately it didn't seem as if I was getting enough moisture.  I was using my moiturizer but it wasn't working.  Then I had an aha! moment.  Jurlique, so super simple!  I pulled out my Fruit Enzyme Exfoliator and bam! In 5 minutes my skin was bright, glowing and ready for action.   As with all of Jurlique's products it contains natural ingredients to promote healing of the skin.  No harsh chemicals like other lines.  So you get all the benefits of a peel without the pain and sting of stripping your skin. It also has Sodium Hyaluronate to balance and maintain skins moisture level.  All this in one 2012 Award winning bottle!  If you have five minutes you can change the look and feel of your skin.  Simply and beautifully!

DARK NAILS FOR FALL!!

Last week we saw Michelle Obama looking truly radiant with her hair, makeup and wardrobe done to perfection.  What she also had that was going on was  on her nails.  A very popular color for fall, a blue grey color called "greige."  But not only Michelle has it going on.  Last week the runways were teeming with girls and their trendy nail colors. The thing I love about nail color is that for the most part they're inexpensive so you can get the latest colors and feel hip without breaking the bank.  Essie has some fun colors shown here

And so does Nicole and OPI.  All of these can be found at Target with prices from $7-$8.50.

The key to wearing a dark shade is to keep your nails on the shorter side and shaped nicely.  Try and keep them all the same length as well.  It will add a cleanness thats super chic and cool.

If you're unsure about a color try it on your toes first before you dive into the finger nails.

It's fun to be daring though so don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and go bold. After all, it's only nails!

Are there colors you'd like to try for Fall but are too afraid to try?  I'd love to hear about them in the comment section below!