On my hit list this for this summer are these fun beauty finds…

Dry patches on a beautiful, summer day is a huge no-no say this beauty blogger so get your body glowing with Champneys Spa Indulgence Mediterranean Bliss Body Glow ($11.99, target.com).  Apply this luxurious cream all over your body after a relaxing bath. I hope you enjoy the delicious combination of ingredients including Lily Of The Valley, White Rose Petals with spicy exotic ylang ylang, pink pepper as much as I do.

Keep your face hydrated with Hydrating Serum infused with Red Tea Defense Booster by Lily B. Skincare ($45.50, lilybskincare.com).  The serum is a highly concentrated boost of antioxidants and skin-nutrients to help hydrate, protect and repair the early signs of aging.

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After you’ve moisturized it’s time to have some fun with a bronzer like Botanics Naturally Bronzed Shimmer Pearls ($12.99, us.boot.com). Dust it onto your cheeks & temples to add a sexy and sun-kissed sheen to your complexion and even on your body. These pearls contain ginseng extract which protects the skin and walnut shell flour which helps absorb excess oil.

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I bet you’d love to know whose goods these belong to. But before I reveal the secret, let’s examine the power of a good body bronzer and why you should use it and where:

Bronzer isn’t reserved just for your face. You can always use bronzer on your body to add a little color. And if you’re on the pale side, then a body bronzer should be a staple in your makeup bag.

As in this picture, use bronzer to highlight the assets you’ve been given – however, large or small. It just adds a nice touch to everyone’s appearance and shows a measure of confidence.

I think every woman should highlight your breasts and décolletage if you’re wearing a low-cut top dress. Use a powder brush and simply run the brush down the center of your breasts and take it a step further by also applying bronzer right above your bust line.

If you’re shoulder’s happen to be your favorite feature and are exposed, sweep some bronzer on them to make those your attention-getting feature.

Remember, you aren’t stuck with only using a powder form of body bronzer. They also come in a liquid and cream so there’s something for everyone.

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Tip: Exfoliate your body in the shower prior to applying liquid bronzer because you want all of the dead skin gone so you get a smooth and even application. Remember to let the bronzer dry before putting your clothes back on, otherwise you’ll stain them.

ANSWER: Gabrielle Union. Did you guess right?

To check out my top picks for body bronzers that give your body a shimmering glow, or even the one pick that’s edible, click here.

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Head Shot Photo Credit: Seth Kushner / Makeup: Lasonya Gunther

A self-described fan of bohemian-couture, the soulful songstress, Maya Azucena is the real deal in my book. As a performer who tours the world over, Maya knows the importance of looking her best on stage and in pictures as evidenced in this Billie Holiday-esque shot.

In a recent interview with Maya, she clued me in on what some of her fave beauty products are. In fact, some of those very products helped to create what you see here. If you’d like to mimic this look, then have a look-see at these steps:

Step 1: Use a foundation that gives you good coverage. Maya won’t be caught dead without her M·A·C ‘Studio Fix’ Powder Plus Foundation ($26, nordstrom.com). In her words, “I use MAC makeup almost exclusively. Their eye makeup has held up the best out of the many I’ve tried, especially when it comes to lasting throughout a concert or a long event.”  With MAC’s Studio Fix, you get a flawless complexion with a one-step application of foundation and powder.

Maya says that the most important part of her makeup is the eyes.  ”MAC’s color choices are wonderful and stay vibrant even if I perspire during a show.”

Step 2: To get these mesmerizing eyes, use MAC’s Spring Color Forecast Eyeshadow ($36, nordstrom.com). This quad compact has all of the colors you need to get eyes that make a statement. Apply the second lightest shade all over your entire eyelid as a base. Next, use the lightest shade on the brow bone to accentuate the shape of your brow. Next, apply the the third darkest shade into the crease of your eye and blend back and forth with your brush. And lastly, with a flat eyeshadow brush, line your eyes with the darkest and blend.

Without the perfect mascara, you’re mesmerizing eye makeup is hardly complete. One of Maya’s makeup bag essentials is L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara ($7.25, drugstore.com).

Step 3: Get a great application of mascara every time. Pull the wand out of the tube. Place the brush at the base of your lashes and vibrate the brush from left to right. You lengthen your lashes while removing clumps at the same time. Repeat steps on the top side of your lashes.

To see the products mentioned in Steps 1-3, click here.

Step 4: I threw one of my picks into the mix. To give the apple of your cheeks that perfect glow, I’d use Estée Lauder’s ‘Bronze Goddess’ Bronzing Blush ($35, nordstrom.com). This gel bronzer blush has serious staying power.

Step 5: Since Maya says she’s pretty “flexible when it comes lip gloss and lipsticks,” I chose Hourglass Prodigy Hydrating Lip Gloss, Legend - ($26, barneys.com) to wrap up this look - no lipliner necessary. I love the unconventional packaging that makes carrying this gloss in your clutch or jean pockets a breeze. No bulge here.

This seasoned performer has learned a thing or two over the years about what makeup looks do and don’t work for her. Her advice to you is “not be afraid of your complexion - you’re beautiful with the attributes you were born with, just learn how to  work with it!” I couldn’t have said it any better.

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SPOTLIGHT: Singer/Songwriter Makeba Riddick

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Look hot, not bothered this summer! Here are some tips to keep you feeling gorgeous, despite the steamy weather from sheknows.com

Tinted moisturizer
Liquid foundation is heavy. Try to avoid it if you can. If you really must use base makeup, apply a tinted moisturizer to even out your skintone rather than your normal foundation.

A touch of bronzer
Use a little bronzer to get a healthy glow, if you haven’t had any sun yet this season. Apply where the sun naturally hits your face – your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin. Use a very thin, fan-shaped brush to get light, subtle coverage. If you use bronzer, skip blush. If you aren’t using bronzer, a light apricot or peach blush is an ideal choice.

Powder eyeliner
Eyeliner oftentimes smudges very easily in the heat and humidity. If you must line your eyes, use a powder eye shadow rather than pencil or liquid liners. With a very small slanted brush, apply dark shadow in a thin line to define your lash line. If you are going in the water, skip the liner or use a waterproof eyeliner instead.

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Aaah! It’s time to lay off the bronzer, boo.

The Pussycat Doll stepped out over the weekend wearing an adorable one-shouldered yellow minidress with studded waist belt…and enough makeup to kill a horse.

High definition cameras are a bitch – they’re making everyone put on way more makeup than they should. And when it’s done improperly, even the prettiest chicks look like clowns!

But back to the dress – what do you think of her look?

It’s dead of winter, and the forecast shows another day of 30 degree weather. You can’t afford that tropical vacation, and your summer glow is long gone. Well, here are some great bronzers that may wake up your face with a warm, sun-kissed look at a reasonable price.

To see what bronzers Aixa raves about, click here!