Last week while in Target I saw this product and decided to pick it up. I have fairly white teeth already, but I wanted to try this because I drink a lot of tea and I can tell my teeth aren’t as white as they once were.

What they say:

Easier, Faster and 2x More Whitening than the leading whitening strip.

Add to any toothpaste every time you brush!

* Enamel-safe for everyday use
* Peroxide formula with patented liquid calcium
* Feel it working with unique foaming action.

No messiness, no inconvenient extra strips. Contains peroxide, the same ingredient dentists use for whitening.

What we say:

I love this product. After using it for only a week or so my teeth are noticeably whiter. I also like that it doesn’t make my teeth and gums feel sensitive like a lot of other whiteners do. And you wanna know the best part? It only costs $3.99!!!! I would be willing to pay three times that for this product. Have you tried the Arm and Hammer Whitening Booster before? What were your thoughts?

I’ve been using Bare Minerals foundation for almost 5 years now and it’s still my favorite. I don’t think I’ve ever had a favorite beauty product for that long ever before. I also love the mineral veil and new hydrating mineral veil. If you haven’t had the chance to try it it yet now’s your chance. Ulta is offering a 10 day supply for free. All you need to do is print out the coupon and take it to any Ulta store and get a Free 10 Day Supply of Bare Minerals Hydrating Veil and Brush. No purchase necessary! Click here to print your coupon!

What are a few of Jada Pinkett Smith’s favorite things?

Juicy Couture terry zip jacket

“I live in my Juicy jacket. I travel in it, go to work in it, and kick around the house in it.”

Utz Potato Chips

“When I want to splurge, I go for chips.”

Nars the Multiple in South Beach

“This blush is brilliant because it’s easy to use and goes on quickly.”

Buffy the Vampire Slayer

“Some people call it campy; I think it’s crazy genius.”

Valentino and Molecule 01 by Escentric Molecules Perfume

“I like to mix contrasting scents, like flowery and earthy.”

Katherine Heigl swears by Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer.

“I’ve managed to find ways of looking put together without spending an hour before going to the grocery store. This tinted moisturizer has good coverage and it’s not heavy just very natural looking.”

This product retails for $42.00 at Sephora.

Are you a fan of tinted moisturizers? Which one’s your favorite? My favorite one by far is Smashbox Sheer Focus Tinted Moisturizer.

Bright shades of blue are what’s next for eyes and nails according to Harper’s Bazaar. Keep it simple and focus on one feature at a time. For the eyes try shades of blue liner, mascara and shadow. Or try a blue polish, just be sure to keep nails short and neat.

shown above: Napoleon Perdis mascara in Blinking Violet

shown above: Lancome nail polish in Indigo Paris

While I’m not a huge fan of blue on the eyes (at least not on myself) I love the Lancome polish. What do you think? Will you be sporting shades of blue this Fall?

I’m sure you all know by now that the only safe way to tan is to fake it….Right? Good! I knew I had the smartest readers out there *smile*. So why are you still roasting yourself in the sun/tanning bed? What? You can’t seem to find a self tanner that won’t leave you looking like an oompa loompa? Look no further I have the product for you. What is it you ask? Xen Tan!

Xen Tan is the most luxurious(and safe) way to stay tan all year. And the new enhanced version,LUXE, gives you the same great sunless tan with a boost of tanning power and a great vanilla scent. Use daily for a dark tan or every other day to maintain a medium self-tan.

I’ve tried so many self tanners over the years and none of them compare. This product leaves you with a deep brown color and as long as you follow the directions you’ll never look streaky. It has never left me disappointed. I can’t say enough good things about it. And guess what? If you order online by clicking here and enter code VACATION09 before August 30,2009 you will receive 15% off! Can’t beat that right?

A Large 8 oz tube of Xen Tan Luxe retails for :$30.00.

Have you tried Xen Tan? What were your thoughts?

Renee Rouleau’s Top Six Summer Skin Tips

Hot weather, salt water, humidity, and chlorine take their toll on our skin during the summer months. Celebrity skin care expert,Renee Rouleau, offers helpful summer skin care tips and solutions for keeping your skin safe and beautiful all summer long.

1. WEARING SUNSCREEN EVERY DAY WILL SIGNIFICANTLY CUT BACK ON ACCUMULATIVE SUN DAMAGE

Recent information from the UCLA skin research department indicates that 78% of all the sun damage incurred in a lifetime is from incidental exposure! You may say “I’m not out at all during the day” but just walking to your car, and even driving in your car will expose you to unnecessary sun damage. Windshields do nothing to protect you from UV rays! Wear a moisturizer that contains a sun block with a minimum of SPF #15. Apply it in the morning so you’ll be covered all day! Try Renee Rouleau Daily Protection SPF 30.

2. IT’S NOT ABOUT THE SPF NUMBER, IT’S HOW OFTEN AND HOW MUCH YOU RE-APPLY YOUR SUNSCREEN.

People are always asking me which SPF number should they use. The truth is, an SPF 30 only offers 4% more protection than an SPF 15. You would have thought it was double the protection, right? As you get up in the higher numbers (SPF 45, 50, 70 +) that percentage comes down, but you’re also exposing your skin to more chemicals which might result in a negative reaction on the skin. The key to protecting your skin in the sun is to re-apply your sunscreen generously at least every two hours. A little dab won’t do ya…you need to slather it on.

3. FOR THOSE WHO SUFFER FROM BACK BREAKOUTS, AVOID HAIR CONDITIONER CONTAINING PANTHENOL

If back breakouts trouble you, it could be an ingredient in your hair conditioner that’s causing the problem. Panthenol, well-known for its benefit for strengthening the hair, may be a potential pore-clogger. Why the back? Simply because when you rinse out hair conditioner, a residue of the product stays on your back. Use hair products that do not contain Panthenol, exfoliate your back with a mild cleansing gel and exfoliating cloth three times a week and apply an anti-bacterial lotion and your back will be clear for summer.

4. AVOID DAIRY PRODUCTS IF YOUR SKIN IS PRONE TO BREAK OUTS

With the heat and humidity in the summer, break outs are a real concern for a lot of people. And we’ve all heard that greasy foods and chocolate cause breakouts. In our experience, when breakouts are cyst-like in the chin and jawline area, most often this is related to excessive dairy products in your diet. Try cutting out cheese, milk, ice cream, and frozen yogurt, and watch your skin clear up! There are many other ways to get calcium in your diet; broccoli, asparagus and orange juice. Try Renee Rouleau Anti-Cyst Treatment for stubborn cystic breakouts.

5. WHEN SOOTHING A SUNBURN, AVOID APPLYING LOTION. INSTEAD USE COLD YOGURT!

Okay. So you thought you had on plenty of sunscreen and the next thing you know, you got fried. A common misconception about soothing a sunburn is that you should keep re-applying lotion (especially aloe vera-based lotion) to keep the skin moist. But layering lotion on sunburned skin traps heat, keeping the skin red longer. Skin must breathe to let out heat. Cold plain yogurt applied to the skin works as an anti-inflammatory and heat remover. Apply, let dry for 15 minutes, and rinse. Repeat every hour.

6. BLOT, BLOT, BLOT

Although there is no miracle product to control the extra oil that you get during the summer months, there are ways to keep that shine under control. Oil blotting papers are great to use during the day to actually remove the oils off the skin to give you the feel of freshly washed skin. In a pinch? The type of paper used for toilet seat covers in public restrooms is similar to expensive oil blotting papers. Tear off a piece of this and press firmly on the skin. Voila!

THE BOTTOM LINE

The #1 cause of lines and wrinkles is sun exposure. If you want to look young, avoid the sun. It’s really that simple. A little sun damage = a little damage. A lot of sun = a lot of damage.

If you’d like more skin care tips please visit www.reneerouleau.com or follow Renee Rouleau on twitter at http://twitter.com/reneerouleau.

What are your summer skin care tips? Mine are lots of water and sunscreen.

If you’ve been wanting to try Smashbox Halo, but haven’t gotten around to it now’s the time. Halo is available now at QVC.com in a travel size called Halo To Go.

What is it:

A multitasking face-perfecting powder and brush duo from smashbox with the science of skin care built right in. Halo is a foundation that can also be used as a finishing powder. It delivers an amazing finish to your complexion with a hydrating blend of vitamins and antioxidants. This best-selling powder is pressed into a specially designed component featuring a built-in shaver; with a simple twist of the grinder, you shave off fresh, fine, loose powder for each and every application. Halo to Go lets you to take smashbox’s number-one selling foundation with you in your purse or travel bag so you never have to leave home without your Halo.

Who is it for:

Any woman who wants the look of natural-looking skin but craves the antiaging benefits of advanced skin-care technology. Halo is ideal for all skin types, with four forgiving shades to suit every skin tone.

Why is it different:

Smashbox’s Hydrogel technology helps sustain moisture in the skin, so throughout the day your complexion remains younger looking. Goji berry, a powerful antioxidant, helps protect skin while the mineral base helps keep skin in its best condition. Halo is free of parabens, talc, and oil.

How do I use it:

Slightly twist the shaver to release the freshest, finest loose powder. You can control how much you shave off so there’s never any mess or waste. Then, touch the mini kabuki brush into the component, picking up just the right amount of powder to begin your application. Use Halo as your foundation to achieve light to medium coverage, or use Halo as your finishing powder over your liquid foundation or concealer (not included). Be sure to apply Halo around the eyes to experience a reduction of the appearance of wrinkles after just 10 minutes. Hello, Halo!

Retails for:$32.48 at QVC.com

Looking for a Summer cat eye look? Check out this great new video by Smashbox.