It's on the bathroom shelf of stars like Julianne Moore, Sandra Bernhard, and Jennifer Garner. Now Robin Brown from erbaviva is offering two new reasons to love his bestselling Organic Deodorant. Two new scents, Lemon-Sage and Jasmine-Grapefruit, have just entered the lineup of organic bath and body products from erbaviva.

By blending organic extracts of Sage, Lemon, Patchouli, and Tea Tree Oils with organic grain alcohol, erbaviva has created a sweet smelling product that counteracts the growth of bacteria but doesn't clog pores. "This Organic Deodorant offers a healthy alternative to those who would prefer not to expose themselves to the aluminum contained in conventional deodorants" says Robin Brown, erbaviva founder. "This product neutralizes odor and combats bacteria very effectively".

Conventional deodorants containing antiperspirants commonly cause inflammation of sweat glands and the formation of cysts under the arm, among other things. The active ingredients in antiperspirant deodorants are aluminum compounds, which are irritants and may be absorbed into the body.

Erbaviva's new Organic Deodorant is an upscale, completely natural option for those who'd like to smell sweet, but also avoid all the "pit-falls" of conventional deodorants and anti-perspirants. The suggested retail price is $16 for the full 3.4 oz size. A smaller, travel size is also available at $6 for 1 oz. Both sizes are available online at www.erbaviva.com.

The brush you use is as important as the makeup you choose. Using the proper tools for makeup application is the secret to a perfectly polished complexion.

Peggy Hannaman-Jones, Emmy-nominated makeup artist and founder of Branded J Collections, understands the importance of selecting the right tools to use on her celebrity clientele. Now, after three years of development and painstakingly hand cutting and testing more than 300 prototypes, Branded J Collections has launched 16 ultra-soft brushes. These custom-cut tools feature synthetic Taklon fibers and sleek, cayenne-colored acrylic handles. When Branded J brushes were first introduced, professional makeup artists and actors could not believe that they were synthetic. The silky-soft fibers outperformed both animal-fiber and other synthetic brush lines.

When asked why she decided to create a synthetic brush line, Peggy responds, "For years, consumers have been lobbying the cosmetic industry to ban testing on animals and promote cruelty-free products. With today's advances in technology, we can create a product that performs as well as, or better than other products. Why harm an animal for vanity's sake?"

Branded J Collections is available at www.brandedjcollections.com.

According to top makeup artist Brigitte Reiss-Andersen black liquid eyeliner is the key to making a dramatic impact.

To keep from looking like a raccoon, Brigitte offers these simple tips for flawless liquid eyeliner application:

• Start with a high-quality liquid liner that offers a professionally shaped applicator, such as IsaDora Colorful Eyeliner, which has a precision applicator and soft formula that is long-lasting and quick drying.
• Take a tradition pencil - held sideways not straight - and apply liner starting from the inner eye and moving outward.
• Using the pencil liner as a stencil or outline, go over applied eyeliner with black liquid liner. Keep it fresh, fashionable and modern but NOT creating an upward curl at the end (unless recreating a 50s look is desired.)
• Done.

"Nothing makes the eyes 'pop' more than black liquid liner," says Brigitte. "No black is more intense or dramatic, so if you want a very glamorous look, complement this with a rich raspberry lip. Otherwise, go with a pale matte pink like the sexiest mom on the planet, Angelina Jolie."