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Snake Venom - Would You Use it on Your Face?

Filed under: Skin Care

Syn-Ake mimics snake venom to soften fine lines and wrinkles. Is it hope or hype? Photo: clix/sxc.hu.

How about a synthetic version? Some fancy-shmancy skin care companies are marketing an ingredient called Syn-Ake, which mimics the paralyzing effects of snake venom, to relax wrinkles. Sound familiar? Botox does the same thing, just under the skin.

And while Syn-Ake's results are temporary, that doesn't stop companies from charging close to $200 for just 1 oz. of the topical cream.

Now there's a new player in the snake pit, Kumaara, who sells its 1 oz. Overnight Repair Complex with Syn-Ake for just $59.95.

It's still a bit on the pricey side, but if you're a needle-phobe who fears Botox (and its $350 price tag), yet isn't afraid of snakes, this just might be your product.

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Nip & Tuck Update: Q&A With Dr. David Shafer

Filed under: Interviews

Shows like "Dr. 90210" and, well, "The Real Housewives of New York City," have been slowly educating us on the often scary world of nips and tucks. But with fads popping up left and right, the industry is still super tricky to navigate.

StyleList asked plastic surgeon Dr. David Shafer -- whom W magazine just anointed one of the hottest names in beauty -- to give us the lowdown (thankfully, in layman's terms) on how to improve what our mamas gave us. Hint: It involves Botox, a little laser lipo, and welcome advice to step off the treadmill.

Dr. David Shafer in his Manhattan offices. Photo courtesy of Dr. David Shafer

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Is Preventative Botox Right for You?

Filed under: Cosmetics, Skin Care

A woman undergoes a Botox procedureIf this economy has been spreading worry wrinkles across you forehead at an alarming rate, yet you're still in your mid 20s, you might be a candidate for something doctors are calling preventative Botox. That's right, apparently it's never too early to start injecting Botox, fillers, etc. into your face if you're of a mind to -- because it can supposedly preempt deep wrinkles and other signs of aging.

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Bargain Botox - A Bad Idea!

Filed under: Skin Care, Beauty Tips

The recession has taken its toll on everyone and to that end there are sales, sales, sales. But one sale you shouldn't take advantage of involves cosmetic procedures.

A., a thirty-something woman living in Manhattan, saw an ad for a seemingly reputable NYC medical spa offering a Botox special -- about $250 per vial. She had been thinking about trying it for a while and at these prices, she couldn't resist. Unfortunately, the results were less than stellar -- "It wasn't just swelling! They ruined the next two months of my life. They put the Botox so close to my eyes that it prohibits me from squinting! I won't take my glasses off. I actually look older!"

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Bangs Instead Of Botox?

Filed under: Hair Care, Cosmetics, Skin Care, Beauty Tips, Hair Cut and Style

Bangs

    Bangs are big this season and this tress trend is showing no sign of slowing down. If you're considering the look, use these celebrities as inspiration: sleek and sexy like Tyra Banks, long and choppy like Reese Witherspoon, an updated pageboy like Katie Holmes' and everything in between. First up? British beauty Kate Beckinsale made an appearance at the Calvin Klein Fall 2009 show with these blunt bangs added to her signature long coif.

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    Leighton Meester debuted fringe bangs at the Proenza Schouler Fall 2009 show. The Gossip Girl star's new 'do is definitely a step up from her character's Upper East Side preppy look.

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    Keira Knightley is the epitome of French chic at the Chanel Spring 2009 Haute Couture show with blunt, thick bangs. To recreate Keira's hairstyle, use a large round brush to curl the ends. Smudge liner around the eyes and finish with mascara for the star's smoldering look.

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    Reese Witherspoon steals the show at last year's Oscars with long, sweeping blond bangs.

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    Janet Jackson is famous for her always-changing look. Her newest reincarnation? She lost 60lbs pounds and added blunt bangs to her super straight long locks.

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    American Idol star Carrie Underwood looks the part of country music's next big star with her chic up-do and face framing bangs.

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    The "Rachel" may be ancient history, but women still look to Jennifer Aniston for hair inspiration. The Marley & Me star couldn't resist mixing up her look with layered bangs while shooting a scene in Miami.

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    At the L.A. premiere of her new big action flick 10,000 BC, leading lady Camilla Belle showed her sophisticated side with her sleek new 'do.

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    Nobody makes laid back look as gorgeous as Mrs. Ben Affleck. Jennifer Garner opted for a shaggy 'do and side sweeping bangs to glam up her mommy style.

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    To help ease the transition from O.C. starlet to big screen star, Rachel Bilson is in the midst of a grown-up makeover that includes thick, eye-skimming bangs, smoky eyes and a wardrobe made up of trendy pieces by Zac Posen, Brian Reyes and Abaete.

    Junko Kimura, Getty Images


Doesn't it seem like everyone's getting bangs these days? But the big question is, what are they hiding beneath that fringe?


In an effort to curb discretionary spending (can you really call essential beauty maintenance discretionary?), many women are cutting down on pricey treatments and finding creative alternatives. According to Suki Duggan, owner of New York City salon Donsuki Townhouse Salon, "One of my fashion industry clients lost her job and mentioned that she used to get Botox every 3 months, but now she can only swing it twice a year."


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B. Kamins - Giveaway Winner!

Filed under: Contests & Giveaways

botoxWe have a winner for the jam packed B. Kamins Chemist Bio-Maple eyelash fortifier and beauty 411, Beyond Botox: 7 Strategies for Sexy, Ageless Skin Without Needles or Surgery by Ben Kaminsky giveaway. So why did our lucky lady Angie think she needed the lash juice so badly?

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Dr. G Tells Us How His Star Patients Prep for the Oscars

Filed under: Skin Care, Interviews, Red Carpet Trends, Beauty Tips

Dr. David GoldbergWhen stars come out in force for events like the Oscars, all we see is the end result. But little do we know what goes on behind the scenes months in advance. That's where Dr. David J. Goldberg comes in. He treats our favorite celebrities for red carpet appearances up to three months in advance. And that's not all the juicy (and sometimes sweaty) details he's revealed.

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Breast Implant Sales Sag as Market Takes a Beating - Recession Chic

Filed under: Style in the News, Cosmetics, Skin Care

A lawyer holds two silicone breast implantsIs good, old fashioned natural beauty making an unexpected comeback? The popularity of surgically enhanced bodies has been skyrocketing for as long as we can remember, but it's beginning to look like the winds of change are finally blowing in the opposite direction. According to the NY Times, sales of breast implants, botox, and even less expensive facial fillers are all taking it on the chin as Americans can no longer afford to finance their way to a more idealized physique.

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Have You Scheduled Your Inauguration Procedure?

Filed under: Style in the News, Skin Care

Doctor administering botox injections to a middle aged womanWith so many reported Botox enthusiasts involved in last year's presidential election -- Biden, McCain, and Hilary -- it comes as no surprise that the demand for beauty injections has been skyrocketing during the lead up to Barack Obama's inaugural celebration. Forget about getting a new black dress or a dapper new haircut, the hottest thing to wear at the inaugural celebration this time around is a brand new cosmetic procedure.

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Vanity Overkill - Facelifts for the Dead

Filed under: Style in the News, Polls and Quizzes

Anything I write here is creepyWhen you die, a lot of people you haven't seen in awhile might come to your funeral to pay their respects. Naturally, you'll want to look your best.

Holy ... what??

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Botox - How Young is Too Young?

Filed under: Skin Care, Beauty Tips

woman getting botoxWe pretty much take for granted that most Hollywood hotties of a certain age have probably had Botox injections to keep their faces free of lines. But, how young is too young for a woman to start having the procedure done? And, more importantly, at what age do doctors begin suggesting it?

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Foreskin for Beauty

Filed under: Style in the News, Skin Care

velveeta cheese from kraftDespite our natural squeamishness about needles and...ahem...other stuff, we feel compelled to share the latest in skin care technology: injectable baby foreskin treatments.

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Boytox is all the rage

Filed under: Style in the News, Men, Skin Care

Mantyhose.
Manscara.
Guyliner.
Manties.

And now? Boytox.

It's not just for Jeff Lewis from Flipping Out anymore.

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Biden's been botoxed in the forehead - campaign gossip

Filed under: Skin Care, Celebrities with Style

As part of our ongoing campaign to make this the most superficial election in US history, here's the latest Botox rumor buzzing around the campaign trail. According to experts, the reason Joe Biden's forehead and eyes sometimes look a little stiff or sleepy is that he's most likely undergone a botox procedure to disable his scowl muscle. And who can blame him? Scowling at superstar Sarah Palin at a debate is certainly not going to win him any bonus points from female voters.

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Botox can cause permanent paralysis - Style Lies

Filed under: Style Lies

While you may have heard otherwise, this one (fortunately!) is a lie.

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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
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    Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.

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    Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
    The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.

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    Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.

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    Palin's Pedi
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    Nipple cream as lip balm?
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