The Beauty List

I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine's Day. Since you may have had your fill of chocolates (can you really ever have your fill of chocolate?) and the roses are already dying on the vine, perhaps you received a gift card or just some cold cash (my favorite color is green). If you are looking for a way to spend it, consider the following reading list. Since one of my favorite pasttimes is reading, here is a list of top-notch beauty books which will help expand your knowledge of cosmetics and skin care by some of the world's most well-known experts: 1) Ultimate Make-Up & Beauty Guide by Mary Quant - Mary is one of the leading experts on fashion and cosmetics. Very highly recommended. 2) Miracles Happen - The Life and Timeless Principles of the Founder Mary Kay, Inc. - Not only a leading expert in cosmetic and skin care, but the late Mary Kay was a trailblazer for women everywhere. 3) Beauty Secrets for Dummies by Stephanie Seymour - Easy tips that anyone can follow from one of the world's most popular super models. 4) The World's Best Kep Beauty Secrets by Diane Irons - Diane is a former model who has given women all over the world, some beauty secrets you will wonder how you ever lived without. 5) The Art of Make-up by Kevin Aucion - One of the most renowned make-up artists that ever lived. A true artist in every sense of the word. 6) Take 10 Years Off in 10 Weeks by Judith Wills - an expert in the beauty pagent industry, Judith will help any women look and feel years younger. If you have any money left over, head on over to CVS this week. There are some great buys on Glyoxane (the alternative undereye treatment) for only $24.99 as well as some great buys on L'Oreal products for the hair and face. Happy Shopping!