Mischo Beauty: Nia Long

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It's no secret that I'm a huge Nia Long fan! So my question for you today is- are we all in agreement that Nia doesn't age!?! Seriously! She was recently photographed at the 3rd annual Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon, and I can't believe she'll be 40 in October. Either she has great genes, or she has the best skincare/haircare/health regimen.

Which do you think it is?

Mischo Beauty Superstar of the Week: Keith Campbell: The Hair Architect

This week's "Mischo Beauty Superstar" is celebrity hairstylist, Keith Campbell. Now when I tell you that Keith's work speaks for itself- It. Speaks. For. Itself! And if you don't believe me, take a look at his portfolio and you'll agree. He works on celebrities (Tracee Ellis Ross, Nia Long, Eva Pigford, etc.), styles ad campaigns, does tons of editorial work, commercials- and the list goes on and on.

What I love most about Keith is that he's mastered every texture of hair (and no I'm not referring to "good hair", "black hair", "white hair"- because we all know those terms are incorrect by now- right?). He effortlessly styles hair types 1-4, without a blink of an eye. And his cuts, color, weaves and updos are nothing less than perfection! And yes, he does still do hair out of his salon in New Jersey- oh, and he's got a new blog over on Essence.com.

So now you hopefully see why I HEART him so much, and why he's been my "Mischo Beauty Hairstylist of the Month" (check the left-hand column) for like ever!!! Be sure to visit his website, check out his blog and follow him on Twitter! Enjoy.

Love his work? Let me know!

Mischo Beauty Covers Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week: The Heart Truth's Red Dress Collection/#NYFW

After including Nia Long in a post a few weeks ago, I was excited to hear that she'd be walking the runway in The Heart Truth's Red Dress Collection show held this morning in Bryant Park.

For those of you who may not know, the Red Dress is the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness- heart disease is the #1 killer of women. Nia made her debut on the runway wearing a red dress by Tracy Reese and Christian Louboutin's Hidden-Platform pumps.

Her hair, skin, makeup and nails- perfect. Oh, and might I mention that she just doesn't age!!! I seriously need to know her beauty secrets!

Beautiful hair needs an expert: Mason Pearson Hairbrush

So today's expert is Ted Gibson, hairstylist to the stars and owner of the Ted Gibson Salon in New York. He recommends handmade Mason Pearson brushes as necessary tools for maintaining healthy hair. They stimulate the scalp and spread the hair's natural oils from roots to ends.

I own the "Detangler" with nylon tufts in white/ivory, which is recommended for very thick hair and as a detangler for wet hair. This was an investment- I know my hair is totally worth it- and I think it's a must in maintaining the health of Nia Long's hair!

Do you own a Mason Pearson brush? If so, do you recommend it?

Mischo Beauty Reader Favorite: L'Oreal Sublime Glow

I received an e-mail from my reader Andrea asking that I share one of her new beauty favorites with you. She recently picked up L’Oreal’s Sublime Glow in Medium (and my recommendation of L’Oreal’s Skin Genesis!) and loves, loves, loves the results! It’s a daily moisturizer that also gradually enhances your skin tone. According to the label, the “Medium” is for those that tan easily or for brunettes. Andrea’s complexion can be compared to that of Nia Long, so this works to give her a soft shimmer and very natural glow to her already gorgeous complexion. While she wishes the consistency were thicker, she’s happy it doesn’t have the typical “self-tanner” scent! She did point out that you need to make sure you wash your hands immediately after application or this will definitely turn the palms of your hands brown. Overall she loves it and has added it to her favorite beauty products.

I love it! Thanks for sharing Andrea!

If you'd like to share your favorite beauty products simply send an e-mail to: mischobeauty@gmail.com with "Mischo Beauty Reader Favorite" in the subject line and tell me all about it!

Have you tried this? Any thoughts?