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The SAG Awards Best & Worst Dressed

Monday, January 31, 2011 | COLUMNS: Around Town, Campaigns

Last night marked the 17th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards. And while the ceremony itself offered few surprises (The King’s Speech took Best Picture and Actor, Natalie Portman received Best Actress), the view from the red carpet left us both bewitched and bewildered. With award season in high gear, Hollywood’s brightest stars took center stage once more with bold statements that paid in spades and some that ended in fashion disaster. Here are our top picks for this year’s best and worst dressed.

Pür on the Red Carpet

Friday, January 28, 2011 | COLUMNS: Around Town, Campaigns, Things We Love

Last night, Pür Minerals Brand Manager Tisha Thompson and Assistant Brand Manager Amanda Poe brought beauty—pür and simple to the red carpet at the 53rd Annual Grammy Nominee reception in Atlanta, GA. Held by the Atlanta Chapter of the Recording Academy, the event honored Georgia’s music elite in the glorious ballroom of the W Hotel.

Pür Xtra: Lipsticks by Skin Tone

Wednesday, January 26, 2011 | COLUMNS: Things We Love, Tips & How-Tos

Ever wish there was an easy way to tell which lipsticks look best on you? This week on Pür Xtra, pro makeup artist Tamra Compton reveals her foolproof formula for finding the perfect color for each skin tone. See her secret below or on Facebook and YouTube.

Free Shipping Through January!

Friday, January 21, 2011 | COLUMNS: Promotions, Things We Love

Now through January 31, Pür Minerals is offering free shipping site wide with no minimum purchase! Stock up on the products you use most and shop our Specials for incredible values. Don’t forget, Pür Minerals is also donating $1 for every order to Go Red For Women• in the fight against heart disease. Shop now, help a heart and save big!

Introducing Pür Xtra

Thursday, January 20, 2011 | COLUMNS: Campaigns, Things We Love, Tips & How-Tos

Eager to get the latest pro artist tricks and insider tips? Catch Pür Xtra each Wednesday on Facebook or YouTube for your 60-second beauty tip of the week. Do you know what’s in your makeup? This week, makeup artist Tamra Compton explores two Pür ingredients that pack a serious skin fitness punch.

Red Carpet “Oohs,” “Ahhs” and “Blahs”

Tuesday, January 18, 2011 | COLUMNS: Around Town, Campaigns

Though The Golden Globe Awards are about recognizing exceptional actors, writers, directors and composers in the TV and movie world, what really gets the viewers’ blood pumping are fashion ups and downs on the red carpet! There are varying opinions of the best and worst dressed at this year’s ceremony, but there were some definite hits and misses at the 2011 Golden Globes.

Best Makeup Colors for Hazel Eyes

Friday, January 14, 2011 | COLUMNS: Things We Love, Tips & How-Tos

Just like a brown eyed girl, you lucky women with hazel orbs have an almost limitless selection of makeup choices. With eyes like a chameleon, your color can change depending on your clothing, your surroundings and even your mood.

Get Gwyneth’s Country Strong Look and Save 20%

Monday, January 10, 2011 | COLUMNS: Around Town, Promotions

Country Strong hit theaters on Friday, and we at Pür Minerals can’t get enough Gwyneth. As the fallen singer-songwriter Kelly Canter, the award-winning actress gives another praise-worthy performance that’s got all the makings of an Oscar pick. Yet while Canter’s road to redemption has its ups and downs, Gwyneth’s flawless natural look never fails to wow.

Makeup Tips for Teenagers

Thursday, January 06, 2011 | COLUMNS: Pur Teen, Things We Love, Tips & How-Tos

The most vital part about using cosmetics as a teenager is skin care. Before you begin applying makeup, you’ll want to cleanse your skin with Pür Minerals Revitalizing Facial Wash. This facial wash cleanser gives skin the soothing and calming effects of lavender and aloe vera.

Ice Queen: Keep Your Cool with Frosted Lips

Tuesday, January 04, 2011 | COLUMNS: Things We Love, Tips & How-Tos

Gloss, matte, shimmer and sheer—most lip colors, it seems, fall under one category or another. However, simply because the label on the tube says one thing, doesn’t mean you’re locked into a single texture or tone. Color is not a one-way street and a true connoisseur can appreciate the value of multiple dimensions—of layering texture upon texture to truly make your lips pop.