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Allure: Confessions of a Beauty Editor | 
| Authors: Linda Wells, Editors Of Allure
Publisher: Bulfinch
Category: Book
List Price: $24.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  32 reviews
Sales Rank: 147610
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 192
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.3
Dimensions (in): 10.1 x 7.9 x 1
ISBN: 082125779X
Dewey Decimal Number: 646.7042
EAN: 9780821257791
ASIN: 082125779X
Publication Date: October 2, 2006
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Product Description
After 15 years as Allure's editor-in-chief, Linda Wells has learned a thing or two about beauty--things that other people might not tell you. From how to keep lip gloss on longer than six minutes, to the best fix for frizzy hair, to how to use the latest anti-aging products, ALLURE: CONFESSIONS OF A BEAUTY EDITOR has all the answers.The book includes essential makeup techniques, sidebars, expert tips, emergency fixes, and information on how to get the best products for your money. Writing with the humor and honesty for which Allure is known, Linda and her editors share every dirty secret, explode many common beauty myths, and give readers the honest truth about how to look their best.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 27 more reviews...
 Silghtly extended Allure content - emphasis on slightly... September 4, 2008
I purchased this book even after I had read the reviews here so I knew what I was getting into... As an Allure fan I couldn't help myself - I love Linda Wells' editorials and I needed to read every word in the book. When I was finished I felt that I really only got an extended Allure magazine with a sprinkle of new content. That isn't all bad - if you love Allure as much as I do, it's still a pretty nice read. Ultimately I'd advise just flipping through it at the bookstore and getting the monthly issues for all the new stuff and freebies.
 Lots Of Useful Tips and Information Fun Read Beauty Book March 5, 2008
I personally like Beauty books very much i own lots of them.And i subscribe to Allure magazine.I did enjoy Allure Confessions Of A Beauty Editor. If you have ever read Allure you may see some information that has already been printed in the magazine ,in this book. But that does not mean its not good it just means that a small piece that was already in the magazine is in the Allure book. I dont clip out every section of a magazine that i find useful and store it somewhere. So having it in a book i think is great! There is a chapter for everything in this book from skincare,skin problems,face,eyes,lips,nails,haircut and color,hair care and style,salons and spas and body.Its a fun read and full of tips and information. There are some tips in here that you will read and think ,huh, that makes perfect sense why didnt i think of that lol In my oppinion its a fun book to read with lots of useful tips.Good book for teens and adults!
 so wonderful January 12, 2008
This book covers everything from colored lips to spa trips and has lots of gorgeous pictures so as not as to bore or confuse you. I also liked the personality of the text. The author made me laugh. This book can be read cover to cover like a novel or it can serve as a handy lifeline. I would recommend it for anyone who wants to learn more about the art of beauty.
 Good tips, but not enough depth in each category September 29, 2007
I'm sure Linda Wells knows a lot about beauty, but this book tries to cover way too many topics and ends up not being helpful enough in each. For example, in 'eyes', she says there is a complimentry brown shade for everyone...ok...what other colors?? There is a complimentary color for each eye color, but brown eyes could wear any color that's not exactly the same as the eye color...No Pictures, No color charts, not enough info. What about hair color or skin color?? No buying guide I'm not sure whom this book is aimed at. The beginner won't have enough info, the semi-informed won't get a lot of new stuff...
I can understand the reasoning behind the low ratings July 16, 2007
I agree with those who are disappointed -- there aren't very many novel ideas or secrets to be found within this book. I certainly can understand the frustration expressed by readers who purchased this. As a subscriber to Allure magazine, I often find their articles very helpful and interesting, but I must also admit that this book wasn't that helpful or interesting. Sorry.
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