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Vajazzling – Bedazzling for your, well, you know
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A woman from the LikedIn beauty blog network that I’m a part of posted an article a few days ago about vajazzling. Vagjazzling is exactly what it sounds like it is – strategically placed crystals ‘down there.’
My first thought was “who the hell would do this?” but I did a little more research and found that this new beauty trend already has a celebrity to back it up. Jennifer Love Hewitt advocates vajazzling on Lopez Tonight, while promoting her new dating book.
“After a breakup, a friend of mine Swarovski-crystalled my precious lady,” Hewitt said. “It shined like a disco ball so I have a whole chapter in there on how women should vagazzle their vajayjays.”
Personally, I think it’s weird, kinda gross, and a waste of money. But history demonstrates that our perceptions of “sexy” have evolved vastly over time. Remember just ten years ago, when Brazilian and bikini waxes were considered taboo? So, who knows what the future holds for our “precious ladies” (thank you Jennifer Love Hewitt)!
I can’t bring myself to post any true pictures or videos on my blog about this. But, other writers were much less shy and posted tons. See here and here.
I’d love to hear your thoughts. Do you know anyone who has gotten vajazzled?
The Confessions of a Product Junkie’s One Year Anniversary – A Look Back
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Yes, it’s true – This blog, as you know it, came into existence exactly one year ago today, on August 11, 2009. It seems like it was only yesterday that I was shopping for beauty products with no direction, no knowledge, and no end in sight. Then a year ago, I found a network of beauty readers and beauty writers who helped me make sense of my product junkie-ness. The Confessions of a Product Junkie was born!
Since then, 49 articles have been posted here. That’s almost one post every week since it began. True, my blog is small in the grand scheme of successful blogs, but it’s an accomplishment for me and I’m very proud of it.
The Confessions of a Product Junkie is very close to my heart and I’d like to take this time to thank all of my friends, family and readers who have supported this blog and encouraged me to write it over the past year. I’d also like to thank all the amazing beauty bloggers in the Beauty Blog Network whom I’ve been reading religiously and have inspired me to write. Some day, I hope The Confessions of a Product Junkie can be half as established and successful as your blogs!
In honor of the one year anniversary of The Confessions of a Product Junkie, I’ve compiled a brief collection of my favorite posts to this blog over the past year. Enjoy!
The Secret to Healthy, Shiny Hair – Mayo?
I love this blog post because I got the chance to tell a story with this post, which always makes for a better read. I also got the chance to try something crazy (beauty-wise), which is always fun. Special thanks to my friend Brittany for taking pictures of me in the bathtub!
Bumpits – Surprise! They work!
I had secretly wanted to try Bumpits for a long time and a blog post was the perfect excuse to do it! They totally work, but I have only used them once since I wrote the post.
L’Oreal Paris Double Extend Tubing Mascara
My friend Brittany and I had fun putting this blog post together. I kept telling her to close her mouth for the picture and she kept insisting that she couldn’t apply mascara with her mouth closed. I lost the argument. This is actually the mascara I use now – I’m a total convert from my old standby, Lancome Hypnose’. I’ve also converted a bunch of my friends to this mascara as well, and they love it.
How to WEAR Red Lipstick
Last winter, I had a serious obsession with red lipstick. I wore it every time I went out. I still think it’s super sexy, but it’s better suited for fall or winter than summer. So, I’ve retired my Urban Decay red lipstick until fall rolls back around.
How to clean your makeup brushes
I like this post because I had a bunch of people come up to me after I wrote it and tell me how helpful it was for them. That’s always really nice to hear.
A Search for the Ultimate Mascara
If you couldn’t already tell, I’m an eyelash freak. I’m obsessed with making my eyelashes as long and thick as I possibly can. I like this blog post because I had the opportunity to collaborate (through comments) with readers and come up with a good list of mascaras and ratings for each.
Thanks again, everyone! One of the good things (or bad/expensive things, depending on how you look at it) about being a product junkie is that I have tons more ideas for future posts. So look forward to what’s to come! It’s been a fantastic year and I have a feeling that this next year is going to be even better!
The Twilight Craze Continues With Twilight Makeup
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Okay, I’ll admit it. I’ve read the Twilight books. And I’ve seen the movies. But when it comes to my beauty regimen, I’m not so sure I’m ready to incorporate vampires just yet.
You heard me right. Twilight has infiltrated the beauty industry with “Twilight Beauty.” Below is a peek at the various Twilight products that will be available starting August 17th. What do you think? Twilight fans and those of you who have managed to avoid the vampire frenzy, how do you feel about the vampire-inspired makeup? Is it something you’d try? I’m going to keep my opinion to myself because I’d like to hear from you.
DuWop’s “Twilight Venom”
I’m guessing the folks over at DuWop were peeing their pants in excitement when they heard about the Twilight books. The five minutes of fame that Lip Venom got several years ago could finally strike again. Even I must say though, the incorporation of a product with “venom” in its name and vampires makes sense. Some of these other products are a little far-fetched, though.
Volturi Twilight
Twilight Beauty also has various products inspired by the Volturi (in case you’re not a Twilight fan, the Volturi are the evil band of vampire royalty), which range from eye makeup to face makeup. Such products include “Foreshadow Eyelid Primer,”
$11.00, (I thought that name was kind of clever) and “Immortal Liquid Body Shimmer,” $19.00. There are a number of others as well. Check them out here.
Nox Twilight nail polish
The Nox nail polish is the newest edition of products from Twilight Beauty. These polishes are inspired by the Cullen coven (our dear Edward’s family). Every bottle has the Cullen crest on its center. Nail polish shades can be bought separately or together. For $65 you get the entire set, which includes:
Red Velvet – Classic cherry red
Chiffon – Soft delicate pink
Debutante – Fresh peachy-pink
Sugar Plum – Plummy iridescent
Disco Darling – Glimmer shimmer
Wine & Dine – Sparkling champagne
Talon – Forbidding navy
Sangria – Vampy bordeaux
Black Tie – Best-dressed black
Poseidon – Sky blue
Crush – Sassy hot pink
Citrus – Energizing bright orange
This is just a preview of the makeup that can be found on Twilightbeauty.com. I’d love to hear your thoughts.
