So when I think of Madonna, I think: America’s material girl, Vogue-ing, her cowboy hat, her fabulous muscular body, and how lucky her kids are to have such a talented mom, and…how lucky Justin Timberlake is to have worked with her!

I also think of how punk rock this pop star has always been; Madonna has always played by her own rules and knows what it means to make a statement. More »

 There are times when we go out with our special guy and notice several women taking a glance at him. But are they admiring your other half, or wondering what on earth you’re doing with him? It could go either way.

In today’s world, men are becoming more conscious of their appearance in all aspects. Not only are they worrying about what to wear, but now they’re taking longer looks in the mirror in order to pick apart every flaw. Perhaps we owe this to our endless fawning over actors like Ryan Reynolds or Matthew McConaughey (my personal favorite). This could be seen as something really great or really annoying.

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Arnica is an herb, known since the 1500s, to relieve pain and inflammation caused by strains and arthritis, to relieve herpes symptoms and even kill the herpes virus, to assist the normal healing process, and to reduce scars and bruises. The herb contains helenalin and related compounds, which have anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties.

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From The Surreal Life, to Strange Love and Celebrity Rehab, Brigitte Nielsen is certainly a VH1 Reality TV poster child. With almost every aspect of her “life” (who knows what is real?!) documented on the small screen, is it any surprise that she is now allowing cameras to film her while undergoing cosmetic surgery? And what’s more — on live television?

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(Angelina Jolie ~ before and after)

I think it’s pretty much safe to say yes, celebrities still heavily influence the growth and popularity of plastic surgery trends. In addition, Reality TV such as Dr. 90210 has played a major role in the public seeing firsthand the “reality” behind plastic surgery; and for many people, this has inspired them to go forward and undergo some sort of improvement. More »

June 1st marked the day that Beauty Chat turned a year old [proud teardrop].

You see, this blog originally developed as a social networking project between me and Randy. Our goal at that time was to reach out to the beauty and plastic surgery communities, with our original “Look good, feel good, and speak on it!” philosophy. Turns out this idea not only paved the personality of Beauty Chat; we learned that there are a lot of others out there who feel the same way. You know, the non-judgmental chatterboxes (like us) who love talking about the latest this and that.

Turns out, there are TONS of you – our local, national, and international friends – who have subscribed to Beauty Chat and even have a favorite “Beauty Chatter.” I mean, with 10 writers on staff, including myself, a very productive project editor (Denice) and an eye-for-detail managing editor (Leeann), a fabulous in-house designer (Khevna), and a righteous programmer ( Randy), it only makes sense that you would connect with someone who is just as opinionated as you are!

Really, when it comes down to it, the team that makes up Beauty Chat is, like, the coolest group you could ever meet. (Sorta kidding, but not really.) More »

Wendy Lewis, who is also frequently referred to as “The Knife Coach,” is a leading independent cosmetic beauty consultant who has helped many people throughout the world contemplate the (new) age-old debate: To get plastic surgery, or to not get plastic surgery.

In her latest book, Plastic Makes Perfect: The Complete Cosmetic Beauty Guide, Lewis approaches everything from porcelain veneers to thigh lift surgery. And while her titles may be playful (including “Tick Tock Goes Your Body Clock” and “Making the Cut: Lifts and Lipo”), the content found inside this hardcover addresses all that is important when it comes to cosmetic enhancements.

(Sarah, Jennifer, Denise, Leeann, Khevna, and Elana)

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I look at several plastic surgeons’ Web sites throughout the day while working for PlasticSurgery.com. I also have a few friends that are interested in getting some kind of cosmetic procedure, whether it’s for a mommy makeover, or something more simple like Botox®.

All of this makes it difficult not to think about getting plastic surgery sometime in the future. But what would I get done? Rhinoplasty? Maybe, but then again, I’ve grown to like my slightly imperfect nose. Tummy tuck? Perhaps after I have kids, since it’s not recommended for women who still plan on having children. What about breast augmentation? Now that’s something every woman ponders at some point.

So, for those of us that are still unsure about what kind of breast enhancement we would like to receive, I have come across a great company that offers results similar to those of almost any breast augmentation surgery. Pure STYLE Girlfriends offers products to help us add a cup size or lift our breasts without the plastic surgeon’s assistance. More »

Want to feel glamorous and get a one-of-a-kind gift for your new husband? No, I’m not talking about getting some sort of cosmetic procedure before your wedding day. How about some photos meant for his eyes only? A new trend among young brides these days is Boudoir Photography. This type of photography allows the groom to glimpse a more sensual side of his bride.

Most woman love to feel beautiful and glamorous, and some get breast augmentation, liposuction or tummy tuck surgery in order to achieve that feeling. But if you’re not sure about undergoing a plastic surgery procedure, why not give this a try? More »

The Kardashian sisters: You either love ‘em or hate ‘em. I, personally, think they’re great. But then again, I am addicted to Reality TV. For me, watching “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” on E! is a guilty pleasure that I embrace.

If you know who middle sister Kim is, then you are probably aware of her well-endowed backside. It has been debated if her bottom is natural, or if she had it enlarged with butt augmentation. After watching a recent episode entitled “Kim’s Calendar for Reggie,” I am leaning toward the conclusion that her rear is real.

In this installment of the show, we see Kim go in for cellulite treatment to tighten up the area around her buttocks, thighs, and stomach. Maybe it’s just me, but if I were worried about having a slender figure, there is no way I would want to make my bottom half larger with cosmetic enhancements. More »