The Beauty Bible: The Ultimate Guide to Smart Beauty
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By: Paula Begoun
Format: Paperback
From: Beginning Press
Pub. Date: May 2002
From: Beginning Press
Pub. Date: May 2002
Product Details:
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2002-06-01
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 528
Ean: 9781877988295
Isbn: 1877988294
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2002-06-01
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 528
Ean: 9781877988295
Isbn: 1877988294
ABOUT THE BOOK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
Myriad new formulas, outrageous claims, and hot controversies run rampant in the cosmetics industry. This second edition of The Beauty Bible will help clear up the confusion. From tanning pills to oxygen in products, from facial exercises to behind-the-scenes industry information, this book covers it all. Containing 50 percent new material, this edition includes advice on the latest cosmetic surgery procedures, online beauty shopping, and permanent makeup. Drawing on her background as a makeup artist, her 20-plus years as a consumer reporter, and the latest dermatological studies, Paula Begoun (a.k.a. the “Cosmetics Cop”) gives readers the tools and information they need to make smart skincare decisions.
USER REVIEWS
"I am really mad: I'm mad at Amazon for featuring my review of this book under "Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me" instead of "The Beauty Bible" here. They royally screwed up for some reason!! After writing a freaking 2000 or so word review for "Don't Go" and coudn't have it posted, this is absolutely infuriating!!!!!!
I'm also mad at those of you uninformed know-nothings who call Paula a liar, charlatan, and a quack. You know what? Give me a break. The facts:
1. She gives sources for her research on her findings. I checked them out and they are all real, she is not making a thing up, it is all based on scientific fact.
2. She likes matte makeup and eyeshadows, so what? She clearly states that her makeup advice is for women over 30 and have a professional job. Teenagers, under-30's, the unemployed, or those who make their living in the entertainment industry need not heed her makeup advice. And yes, glittery makeup and especially eyeshadows WILL make aging skin look wrinkled, it's a fact. Besides, mattes and the "natural"-look are back in style now, haven't you heard?
3. In no way does Paula give bad reviews to ALL of the expensive lines. Just some. She just points out that with every pricey product there's almost always a less expensive one that will perform just as well. Besides, some of the lines she reviews are enough to choke even Zsa Zsa Gabor!! 160 dollars for an ounce of foundation?? 600 dollars for an ounce of moisturizer?? Yeah, dream on ya little corporate farts!! You're not getting ME for a customer!! If any of you out there really want to throw away your $$$ on expensive makeup, that's your call. But don't try to convince others to do it by calling Paula a liar.
4. Lifting creams, firming creams, wrinkle-erasing creams, and "Botox-in-a-bottle" products DO NOT WORK. Pure and simple! If they did, why aren't plastic surgeons filing for bankruptcy instead of rolling in dough?? Spare me.
5. If you don't want to use Paula's products, then don't! It's a complete fallacy that she uses her book to tear down everything else. If she did, why are there scads and scads of glowing reviews from her abounding? If she had an agenda, then she'd be more critical of everything, don't you think? The only reason why I don't use her products is because I don't like buying makeup or skin care through the mail.
Okay, as I've said, I'm writing this review at a time when said technical difficulties on Amazon hit my last nerve, but really, I'm so sick of the criticism directed toward someone who is only trying to tell the world "HEY, THE COSMETICS INDUSTRY IS RIPPING YOU OFF!!"
I think that the most ridiculous is someone on this site accusing a commentator on actually being Paula, I mean, how absurd!! Yeah, like she has time in her busy touring and lecturing schedule to argue with some idiot on Amazon?? Don't think so!!"
~ Written on 2008-04-01
I'm also mad at those of you uninformed know-nothings who call Paula a liar, charlatan, and a quack. You know what? Give me a break. The facts:
1. She gives sources for her research on her findings. I checked them out and they are all real, she is not making a thing up, it is all based on scientific fact.
2. She likes matte makeup and eyeshadows, so what? She clearly states that her makeup advice is for women over 30 and have a professional job. Teenagers, under-30's, the unemployed, or those who make their living in the entertainment industry need not heed her makeup advice. And yes, glittery makeup and especially eyeshadows WILL make aging skin look wrinkled, it's a fact. Besides, mattes and the "natural"-look are back in style now, haven't you heard?
3. In no way does Paula give bad reviews to ALL of the expensive lines. Just some. She just points out that with every pricey product there's almost always a less expensive one that will perform just as well. Besides, some of the lines she reviews are enough to choke even Zsa Zsa Gabor!! 160 dollars for an ounce of foundation?? 600 dollars for an ounce of moisturizer?? Yeah, dream on ya little corporate farts!! You're not getting ME for a customer!! If any of you out there really want to throw away your $$$ on expensive makeup, that's your call. But don't try to convince others to do it by calling Paula a liar.
4. Lifting creams, firming creams, wrinkle-erasing creams, and "Botox-in-a-bottle" products DO NOT WORK. Pure and simple! If they did, why aren't plastic surgeons filing for bankruptcy instead of rolling in dough?? Spare me.
5. If you don't want to use Paula's products, then don't! It's a complete fallacy that she uses her book to tear down everything else. If she did, why are there scads and scads of glowing reviews from her abounding? If she had an agenda, then she'd be more critical of everything, don't you think? The only reason why I don't use her products is because I don't like buying makeup or skin care through the mail.
Okay, as I've said, I'm writing this review at a time when said technical difficulties on Amazon hit my last nerve, but really, I'm so sick of the criticism directed toward someone who is only trying to tell the world "HEY, THE COSMETICS INDUSTRY IS RIPPING YOU OFF!!"
I think that the most ridiculous is someone on this site accusing a commentator on actually being Paula, I mean, how absurd!! Yeah, like she has time in her busy touring and lecturing schedule to argue with some idiot on Amazon?? Don't think so!!"
~ Written on 2008-04-01
"Full of deceptions, outdated research, illogical assertions and heavily opinionated, this book should be kept away from young, impressive minds. The author, obviously with strong industry connections, suggests dish detergent for bubble baths, doubts healh dangers of phthalates, recommends sodium laureth sulfate cleansers, and insists that mineral oil makes the best moisturiser. No wonder Ms. Begoun has such a profound interest in cosmetic surgery! It will take a really deep laser resurfacing to erase the damage done to one's skin by using Ms. Begoun's "advice".
Overall - zero stars. This book doesn't deserve a "bible" in title, too."
~ Written on 2008-01-01
Overall - zero stars. This book doesn't deserve a "bible" in title, too."
~ Written on 2008-01-01
"I find it interesting that there are many women (possibly some men) that consider Paula's work to be bogus, harmful, and riddled with lies. Here's one quote from a reviewer "Her products REAK of chemicals" First, Cosmetics *are* chemicals. Secondly, her products are free of any fragrance (masking or otherwise). Without fragrance, the scent of the chemical compounds in the products come through. I've had whiffs of her products, and (personally) they don't bother me, I'm not always expecting my products to smell amazing. But her products don't smell any worse than some of the products that are pushed by drug store brands (SpectroJel and certain Marcelle toners come to mind).
Gentle cleanser? It's going to smell a bit like alcohol (Not grain (rubbing) alcohol, but Cetyl or Stearyl alcohol -aka fatty alcohol, emollients that soften the skin). A toner? It's got a distinct flat smell (Water-binding agents, emulsifiers and light oils produce it). I can assure you that if Chanel, Lancome, or La Prarie put a moisturizer or cleanser out on the market sans fragrance, you'd be smelling something a lot more repulsive. I don't use Paula's products religiously (I have no brand loyalty whatsoever), but I can tell you her products are quite decent. However, I will still say that her website is a bit of a letdown. While it provides information, you have to know where to look for it, and it's mainly laid out as a sales site than a consumer advocate site.
A few other reviewers have commented on her credentials. And, while she doesn't have official credentials, she certainly knows far more than any of the reviewers do (myself included).
In the end, it's up to you when it comes to what goes on your face. This is not some evangelical movement, nothing is being pushed on anyone (on the flip side, I have to say that I've received more pressure to succumb to someone else's idea of proper skin-care at the department store). She's merely giving us tools to better our knowledge"
~ Written on 2007-07-09
Gentle cleanser? It's going to smell a bit like alcohol (Not grain (rubbing) alcohol, but Cetyl or Stearyl alcohol -aka fatty alcohol, emollients that soften the skin). A toner? It's got a distinct flat smell (Water-binding agents, emulsifiers and light oils produce it). I can assure you that if Chanel, Lancome, or La Prarie put a moisturizer or cleanser out on the market sans fragrance, you'd be smelling something a lot more repulsive. I don't use Paula's products religiously (I have no brand loyalty whatsoever), but I can tell you her products are quite decent. However, I will still say that her website is a bit of a letdown. While it provides information, you have to know where to look for it, and it's mainly laid out as a sales site than a consumer advocate site.
A few other reviewers have commented on her credentials. And, while she doesn't have official credentials, she certainly knows far more than any of the reviewers do (myself included).
In the end, it's up to you when it comes to what goes on your face. This is not some evangelical movement, nothing is being pushed on anyone (on the flip side, I have to say that I've received more pressure to succumb to someone else's idea of proper skin-care at the department store). She's merely giving us tools to better our knowledge"
~ Written on 2007-07-09
"This book is exactly that, BEAUTY BIBLE. If you really care about the way you take care of your skin and what to put on your skin type, you need this book. If you have ever stuggled with products and what to put on first, or not at all, this is the answer. "
~ Written on 2007-03-08
~ Written on 2007-03-08
"I am very glad that I read this book. As I get older, I want to take care of my skin and ward off wrinkles and the signs of ageing. After years of struggling with skin problems, I now know why the products I was using didn't work for my skin. I have totally revamped my skin care and makeup. My skin has never looked better! This book is a must read. Thank you Ms. Begoun for writing this book."
~ Written on 2006-11-21
~ Written on 2006-11-21