Summer Skincare. Sun Protection. Summer is almost here for us in Scottsdale Arizona and not too far in the future for the east coast. I’m always on the look out for the best sunscreens or sunblock lotions on the market because of as you can tell, it’s a necessity for me. What I like is clean and easy to apply lotions, no strong smell, and maximum and effective sun protection. I find all these features in NEOVA DNA Damage Control Sunscreens.

NEOVA DNA Control Active SPF 45 Highly water-resistant for body ($46), and NEOVA DNA Control Everyday SPF 43 for the face ($39). Available through www.smart-sunscreens.com.

More about NEOVA DNA Damage Control Sunscreen:

And the bonus difference: thier formulas claim to “…defend against DNA damage with the newest and most powerfull therapy-activation of the DNA repair process delivered through liposome-encapsulated DNA repair enzymes to the epidermis…to improve cell metabolism, restore skin’s barrier, enhance restoration of UV damage skin and regenerate collagen and elastin.” Also contains: Zinc Oxide for sun protection, hydration and smoothness,

Hello lovers:) Looking for a decent facial cleanser that is effective yet gentle? Well my pick for today is Bare Minerals Purifying Facial Cleanser with Rare Minerals Active Soil Complex. And if you really gel along with this one the Bare Minerals also includes moisturizers.

Bare Minerals Purifying Facial Cleanser photo by Marta Walsh

Makeup artist Sonia Lee shares with Talking Makeup and Marta Walsh how she prepped Emma Roberts’ skin to make her look more radiant than ever for her premiere of “Homework” at 2011 Sundance, last weekend.

“Emma Roberts has gorgeous young skin. I started with Votre Vu SpecialEyes Intensive Eye Treatment before I applied makeup, and used a bit of Amour d’Ore multi- vitamin oil for face, body and hair to prep her skin and keep the moisture in. Champagne Kisses Enhancing Lip Balm made her lips feel soft and gave me the perfect base for lip color.”

Getting glam for the Oscars Red Carpet is never an easy feat! Whether it be getting the perfect ‘do, a clear complexion or a pearly white smile, our beauty insiders have you covered. Below are some tips and tricks used by the celebrities for getting an award winning look:

Award-Winning Hair Style

Iconic hairstylist Oribe recommends: “To add a little shine and sparkle into any Oscars look, I recommend 24K Gold Pomade. It’s a nice unexpected element that will transform your hair into something extraordinary. 24K is rich in ingredients that impart a beautiful sheen to the hair and can be used with a light hand to add glamour to a chignon, bun or any red carpet-worthy style.”

Oribe styled Penelope Cruz’ hair for Oscars 2010

Award-Winning Hair Color

Celebrity Haircolorist Lorri Goddard-Clark recommends: “Before coloring your hair for the big day, make sure you have had your hair freshly cut – this allows your highlights to look like the sun kissed your hair. Always mark your favorite part (side, middle, center, etc.) before highlighting and when applying the color, keep highlights finer near your scalp and heavier at the ends for a more natural appearance. This is sure to keep color bright and vibrant!”

Award-Winning Skin

The New York and Miami-based cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Brandt recommends: “To look instantly refreshed when hitting the red carpet, use an eye cream with caffeine, such as my flaws no more r3p eye, to constrict blood vessels and eliminate dark circles. Ice packs and green tea will minimize heavy bags and use Hyaluronic Acid-based products to plump the skin and diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”

Award-Winning Smile

The New York-based cosmetic dentists from Lowenberg & Lituchy recommend: “For an award-winning smile when working the cameras, coat teeth with a thin layer of Vaseline. This will make the teeth glisten and appear shiny, especially in photos. It also creates a physical barrier to protect your smile from teeth-staining red wine at the after parties.”

Penelope Cruz Oscars 2010

Anna Kendrick Oscars 2010: Get The Look

Anna Kendrick, Oscars 2010 best supporting actress nominee. Makeup Artist: Sara Glick. Overall Inspiration: Youthful, ethereal beauty—think soft, natural glowing skin.

Skincare—Prep: “Anna has beautiful skin and doesn’t need much to make it glow. I prepped her skin with a light, all natural moisturizer to help it stay hydrated throughout the night. ” Prepped with Arcona’s Magic White Ice to protect, nourish and hydrate skin.

Makeup—cheeks: “For a natural flush, I accented Anna’s cheek bones with a coral shade.” Dabbed and blended tarte’s natural cheek stain in eco-cheek on the apples of her cheeks.

Makeup—lips: “I wanted to create a soft, healthy pink lip with a touch of shine.” Used tarte’s LipSurgence natural lip stain in charmed (light pink) as a base. Topped with tarte’s double-ended natural lipglosses in jake & samantha (used the samantha side—pale cotton candy pink) for added shine.

Skincare—Finish: “I finished with a light spritz of lavender mist for added hydration and an extra dose of calming with aromatherapy.” Set the look with Arcona’s Lavender Hydrasol for a fresh and dewy complexion.

Estée Lauder introduces NEW Resilience Lift Extreme Makeup.

Harnessing the power of high performance and skin-caring ingredients, Estée Lauder Research brings you their most advanced and effective age-defying foundation to date. The New Resilience Lift Extreme Radiant Lifting Makeup SPF15 offers all-day continuous moisture, ultra-radiance, incredible lift and exceptional spreadibility – all in a new fluid formula that is ideal for maturing skin. This luxurious, flawless liquid foundation keeps you ageless, gliding smoothly and effortlessly over skin, evening out the complexion and leaving skin looking exceptionally hydrated and beautifully radiant all day!

What’s in for you? This new, rebalanced formula is infused with more “liquids” for exceptional spreadibility so the formula glides over skin effortlessly and blends seamlessly. A new pump design delivers the exact amount needed every time, making seamless, flawless application even more of a breeze. The formula’s revolutionary ExtremeLift Complex contains a potent blend of three synergistic components: Triterpenes, Peptides and Energy that help skin boost its natural production of collagen for long-term improvement in visible lift. blend of optical materials delivers immediate luminosity and long-lasting, liquid radiance. This advanced, time-released formula delivers a surge of refreshing hydration to skin. Loaded with a specially formulated Hyaluronic Acid – a virtual moisture magnet, the formula eliminates mid-day dryness and the resulting appearance of fine lines, gradually responding to skin’s needs throughout the day. More skin-loving ingredients, such as natural butters and ceramides.

Resilience Lift Extreme Radiant Lifting Makeup SPF 15 is Ophthalmologist- and Dermatologist-tested, photo-friendly, color true, non-streaking, fragrance-free, non-acnegenic and appropriate for all skin types.

Estée Lauder Resilience Lift Extreme Radiant Lifting Makeup SPF 15 is available at Estée Lauder counters nationwide. Suggested retail $36.50.

Sexy Valentine’s Day Skin: The perfect body care duo, The Body Refiner ($110) and The Body Crème ($195) by La Mer work in tandem to polish and soften the skin.

Since The Max Huber Research Labs began engineering their first body treatments, they have incorporated the most luxurious ingredients. A multi-faceted treatment which utilizes precious ingredients—including 1.75 carats of pure diamond dust— the Body Refiner delivers a cushiony resurfacing treatment the instantly lifts away dull cells, gently retexturizing skin to reveal a smooth and supple new surface. Follow with La Mer’s “seaweed-wrap in a jar,” The Body Crème, to saturate skin with a wave of long-lasting hydration. A true treat and lavish skincare experience.

La Mer products are available at select Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman stores.

GET THE LOOK: Makeup artist Olaf Derlig tells Talking Makeup about the secret behind Marisa Tomei’s radiant skin at Sundance 2010.

“I had an amazing result using VOTRE VU today on Marisa Tomei. Getting Marisa ready right after she arrived from the airport going straight to her premiere it was very important to give her a nice fresh, glowy look and perfect skin appearance.

“Using “Wrinkle Eraser” all over her face was magic, it worked wonders!!”

MAL-LIGNE Wrinkle Eraser

 ”LUXE LIPS” gave back her lips just what they needed….”moisturized and shiny”. A “must have product” you need when you on the go to look perfect!!!

DUETTE LUXE LIP BALM & HAND CRÈME

GET THE LOOK: Thanks to Celebrity Makeup Artist Gita Bass Talking Makeup has the scoop on how to get Toni Collette’s radiant look at the 67th Golden Globe Awards last night.

“For Toni Collette I combined warm healthy skin with a bronze metallic smoky eye and nude glossy lip” according to Gita. She prepped her eyes with AMOREPACIFIC Moisture Bound Intensive Vitalizing Eye Complex (available at Sephora.com)  to reduce any puffiness and to ensure the concealer and shadow stay in place all night. To create the perfect canvas for a flawless radiant complexion, Gita prepped Toni’s skin with AMOREPACIFIC Moisture Bound Refreshing Hydra Gel. The whole look was set with AMOREPACIFIC Moisture Bound Skin Energy Spray for a final touch of hydration and staying power. 

 ”I added a layer of La Mer’s The Body Crème to keep her skin looking glowing and radiant. To keep her face looking flawless I used The Radiant Concealer SPF 25 under her eyes and on any redness. I prepped her lips with the amazing La Mer Lip Balm to keep them full and hydrated all night long.” added Gita.