May 2004
By
Stef
Schwalb
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Aries needs to get out of the house this month, maybe for some bridal or bachelorette parties? You’re bound to make all sorts of new acquaintances when you do, who can help you with work---and play. Try to put your best face forward when greeting new groups. An application of Crème de la Mer (www.neimanmarcus.com) is a great way to get started. The legendary formula, created by NASA aerospace physicist Max Huber, transforms the look of your skin, leaving it softer, firmer and virtually crease-free. |
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Your career is going to take flight this May, sweet Taurus, putting you in the limelight at last. To get ready for your close-up, you may want to take a tip from T LeClerc (www.tleclerc.com) and sprinkle on some luxurious loose power in Banane. The pale yellow starch powder produces a luminous glow while it helps to minimize the appearance of dull and lackluster skin. It also absorbs excessive oil and diminishes pore visibility. It is ideal for those with pale or peaches and cream complexions. |
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Look into places to travel this month, Gemini. It’s time you went out to explore the world and expand your horizons. Your feet will be doing some serious walking, so be sure to provide them with a good amount of TLC. You can begin by enlisting the assistance of the Barielle Mani-Pedi CURE Kit (www.barrielle.com). It offers salon-quality manicure and pedicure tools including a nail brush with pumice, stainless steel cuticle pusher and nipper, nail clipper with file, 3-way nail file, 4-way buffing block, and toe separators. |
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Cancer should plan your social calendar with care this month as fate may have excellent things in store for you when the timing’s right. What you say will keep people very intrigued and turn up the heat for romantic prospects. Therefore, a little bit of Scarlet Fever super lip plumping gloss (www.scarlettcos.com) would be a great addition to your makeup arsenal. Not only does this wonder product pump up the volume on your pout, it also provides major hydration and lessens unsightly lines and furrows around lips. |
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It’s time to pamper yourself, Leo, as May is the month I declare for some much-needed self-indulgence! You could go to a spa or take a great yoga class. But if you’re like me, a dictate like this translates to buying fun new products you’re just itching to purchase. Here’s one suggestion for getting a summer face sans the sun---Bobbi Brown’s Beige Shimmer Brick Compact (www.neimanmarcus.com). It’s a new take on her best-selling Bronze and Pink Shimmer Brick Compact, which offer the candlelight glow we all crave. |
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Back to work Virgo---as if you ever take a break! But seriously, this month is an excellent time to form business partnerships that will provide the perfection you prefer. And since multitasking is what you majored in, I have a product you’ll be very impressed with. Anna Sui offers us Ring Rouge (www.sephora.com), her signature rose made into a ravishing ring accessory that houses a tiny pot of moisturized lip color. The smooth, glossy formula spreads easily using fingers or a brush. Talk about fashion with function! |
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Libra needs to stick to your responsibilities this May, though new friends and old may try to distract you. Getting your life in order must take precedence over a party, I’m afraid, but it will pay off big in the end! Keeping your eyes on the ball is best. And speaking of your eyes, why not give them a bit of a workout as well? With Cellex-C Under-Eye Toning Gel (www.sephora.com), skin surrounding this delicate area is stimulated a toned, in addition to having puffiness reduced and dark circles diminished. |
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Don’t let people take advantage of your generosity this month, Scorpio. Though you may have tons of cash to spare, conceal some of it for your own good so you can indulge in its use later on. But there’s no need not to indulge in one great investment now, such as Estee Lauder’s Go Bronze Self Tanner for Body and Face (www.saks.com). The TrueTan Complex delivers some of the most natural-looking sunless color around. It also offers advanced skincare benefits, balance moisture and amazing antioxidant protection. |
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In keeping with the theme of weddings, be on the lookout for potential love mates this month, Sagittarius. Stick close to family and friends who may have someone special to introduce you to. And to ensure that your strands will be silky to his touch, just apply a few drops of Jasmine Oil Hair Serum (www.sephora.com). It instantly banishes frizz and delivers a fabulous, long-lasting shine with the help of jasmine essential oil, natural emollients and vitamin E. The serum can be applied to damp or dry hair. |
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Capricorn may want to change careers this May, so that they will be doing something they really enjoy. Give it your all to find what will bring you the most joy in your job. And speaking of giving it your all, Luna Essence Pressed Mineral Powder (www.nordstrom.com) is an excellent example of how to do it. This product performs as a concealer, foundation, powder, and a touch of natural luminescence---all in one. It has ingredients such as soybean and algae to moisturize and provide smooth skin texture. |
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Work on every relationship that needs some mending this month, Aquarius. That will reveal an inner respect and radiance, which will be hard to resist. For your outer essence, grab a hold of Nars Body Glow (www.saks.com). The luxury and tradition of French Polynesia is perfected in the Monoi de Tahiti oil this product professes. The tiare flower is submerged in the finest coconut oil, which produces a translucent chocolate shimmer that is just simply divine and delicious. |
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Hopefully Pisces will have tons of weddings to attend to in May, as your social skills will be at their most seductive and successful. Family and friends will flock to your side and all eyes will be fixed upon your face. That being said, you better make sure it’s at its brightest and best. There’s where DermaNew Resurfacing Soap (www.dermanew.com) will come in handy. It polishes, moisturizes and rejuvenates to perfection dry, flaky and chlorine-damaged skin. The result is a super smooth sensation. |