Favorite's Fridays - WATTS UP!

Happy Friday to you! This week my favorite product is Watts UP! by Benefit cosmetics. I bought it a few weeks ago and have loved it. It's a great way to highlight your cheekbones, nose and even your brow bone.

It comes in one color - a champagne glow that works with anyone's skin tone. It's smooth and extremely easy to apply. Use it solo or on top of your makeup! Use a little or a lot, and show the world Watts UP! with your beauty!

You can purchase Watts UP! at any Benefit cosmetics store or Sephora! 

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xoxo
Athena Karsant

Favorites Fridays: Voluminous T3 Hot Rollers

Last week, I bought these fabulous hot rollers at Sephora. My hair is a little past shoulder length, and they really work well. The T3 tourmaline technology (which emits maximum ionic in fared heat) safely penetrates the hair shaft which effectively styles the hair from the inside out. This technology seals the hair cuticle against unwanted frizz. The rollers are lined with velvet which encourages a natural shine to the hair during the styling process. The curlers warm to 250°F in less than 5 minutes to save you time in the morning. 

These amazing hot rollers have really helped with making my hair more shiny and less frizzy!

It only comes with 8 curlers (4 large, 4 medium) so I ordered 8 more large rollers online. It's great that they offer extras! 

You can purchase these wonderful hot rollers at Sephora or Sephora.com. 

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Favorite's Fridays: Tyler Perry

This week, I was all prepared to post a new favorite beauty product. However, I have put that off until next week because of something very special that happened to us on Wednesday. My daughter, son-in-law and my good friend, Jessica Canseco, went to a restaurant around the corner from my office in Beverly Hills for dinner after work. We enjoyed a light bite, some drinks and conversation for about an hour until someone very special walked in the door: Tyler Perry. My daughter (Krysten) started freaking out (which she doesn't normally do with celebrities, since we live and work in Beverly Hills and see famous people on a semi-daily basis) when she saw him and immediately called it to our attention. Because Jessica had met him before, Krysten had convinced her to take her over so she could take a quick picture with him. They were both giddy school girls and I watched them go over and speak to him for about 3 minutes before I jumped in a photo with him and Krysten. Later, Krysten told me this is the conversation that had taken place:

Jessica: My name is Jessica Canseco, this is my friend Krysten. She would love to take a photo with you if that is okay?
Tyler Perry: OF COURSE!
Tyler Perry: What is your name? (looking straight in her eyes)
Krysten: My name is Krysten, and I am so honored to meet you. My husband and I just cry laughing at your movies and we just love everything you do!
Tyler Perry: That means so much to me. (Hugged Krysten - held her hand the whole time etc.)

(takes a photo with Krysten and I jump in too)

Krysten: Would it be okay if my husband came over to meet you too?
Tyler Perry: Of course! My pleasure!
Jeff comes in, they meet, and we all say thank you etc and go back to our table....

Krysten, Jeff and I couldn't stop talking about how incredibly charming and sweet he was. He was so nice to Krysten and literally made her feel so special. Krysten and her godmother (Annie) introduced me to his Madea movies a few years back, and now I look forward to every one that comes out. He is incredibly handsome and tall in person, and we just can't get over how wonderful and gracious he was to us.

Tyler, if you ever read this, thank you for taking a few minutes of your time to engage with us and take photos with us. We are so thankful for your movies, talent and incredible character that shines through your work - which is a true testament to your beliefs and love for people.

Next week, look for another favorite's fridays beauty product - unless we are so lucky to strike the lotto twice and meet Mr. Tyler Perry again!

xoxo,
Athena Karsant

We can't wait to see PEEPLES (which comes out TODAY) 
& Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas (which comes out later this year)

Favorite's Fridays - Beauty Blender

This is a product that I have seen in all kinds of magazines and really just thought it was a gimmick. After seeing the Beauty Blender at Sephora again the other day, I asked the gal helping me if it really is amazing. She said it is one of her favorite tools to use for her makeup and assured me that if I bought it, tried it, and didn't like it, I could bring it back for a refund. Basically I couldn't lose. 

My daughter loves makeup just as much, if not more, than I do, so I bought her one, too, and figured she could try it along with me. After she used it the first day, she told me that she LOVE LOVE LOVED it. I tried it too and didn't love it. She asked if I had followed the directions (wetting it, squeezing the water out and using it damp).  I hadn't, which is why I didn't like it or see any difference in using it. After I decided to follow the directions, I really loved it. It allows you to apply your makeup flawlessly and streak free!

The Beauty Blender is hypoallergenic, latex free and can last for 4-6 months if cared for properly. Make sure you clean your Beauty Blender often.

Give it a try! Give me your feedback! 

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