Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls: How to Turn up the Heat and Add Sex Appeal to Everyday Situations
written by Dimitri James with Jean Penn, illustrations by Meghann Powell
About the Book
Naughty is the new Nice… That’s the mantra and message of the new “tell-all” how-to paperback, physical book from beauty maestro Dimitri James. In Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls, James creates a new kind of finishing school–one for nice girls who always finish anywhere but first.
Tired of seeing the many “nice girls” in his life constantly overlooked, James, a celebrity makeup artist, style guru and television personality, offers a lively and entertaining read full of actionable tips and tricks, showing you how to get whom and what you want.
Those open the book will learn how to look classy, not trashy, trading the prim, proper uniform of “safe” clothing, makeup and hair for something sexier and more inviting, but still situation-appropriate. “You would be surprised how many women don’t know how to use clothes and makeup to market themselves in various social or professional settings,” says James. “‘Nice’ girls are invisible, and ‘trashy’ ones go over the top. ‘Naughty’ is the happy medium that pushes the envelope without crossing the line.”
Thus, James challenges the traditional connotations of the word “naughty” and redefines it as a spirit that can change both image and self-perception for the better. In chapters that range from “Naughty at Work” to “Naughty First Date” to “Naughty Traveler” and “Yummy Mommy,” the author shows readers how to dress outside the box and re-vamp their beauty regimens to add sizzle to their style for all seasons and occasions.
Flip open the physical book to almost any page and find a small gem of wisdom, or a stunningly clear depiction of “nice” vs. “naughty” vs. “trashy,” all sprinkled with James’ trademark wit, candor and spirit of camaraderie.
Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls is loaded with makeup and fashion advice to empower a Nice Girl to transform herself into a spicy but classy woman in every situation. So, go ahead and channel your inner naughty. Instead of fading into the background, become a star in your own life!
About the Author
Dimitri James is a professional makeup artist, licensed cosmetologist and creator of Skinn Cosmetics, a line of premium skin care formulas and color cosmetics. Growing up in Phoenix, AZ, James was inspired by his mother and two grandmothers, all European-trained aestheticians.
After attending the University of Arizona, James obtained his cosmetology license at the Paul Mitchell Academy in Costa Mesa, CA. James has also enrolled in specialized classes at Loreal Professional and Vidal Sassoon.
Prior to starting Skinn Cosmetics, James served as a makeup artist for beauty brands including Germaine Monteil, Charles of the Ritz, Ultima II and Borghese (Revlon’s Prestige Brands). James has also worked as an independent makeup artist for Estee Lauder, Lancome and Chanel, and trained makeup artists and aestheticians for Adrien Arpel Salons and Spas.
With the creation of Skinn Cosmetics in 2002, James now focuses on creating treatment and color cosmetic products that are full of actives, but devoid of excess water, fillers or packaging, all manufactured and produced at the company’s Southern California headquarters. James is also co-owner of CDL, Cosmetic Development Laboratories, a company that privately labels and custom manufactures skincare treatments for various cosmetic companies.
Today, James can be seen selling Skinn Cosmetics on ShopNBC (United States), The Shopping Channel (Canada) and Televisions Shopping Network (Australia). He has been featured on TV Guide’s The Fashion Team, in numerous publications, and was the official makeup artist for the Fashion’s Night Out Los Angeles PSA.
My Review
If you are looking for a way to spruce up your look, whether you are a single young woman, or even a stay at home wife and mommy of two (like me)…then this book is for you! Women of all generations will enjoy learning how to look and feel sexy with the help of Dimitri James.
In just a few pages, you can give yourself a “naughty” makeover…but don’t think you will look trashy. There is a fun, and yet proper way of making yourself sexy, but keeping those secrets revealed at the same time. I love how funny the illustrations are – allowing the readers visually see what they should look like, including: hair, makeup, clothing, shoes and more!
As a modest woman, I have always dressed on the “nice” spectrum, and this book really has encouraged me to dress more “naughty” and add some sex appeal to the way I look. I would highly recommend this book to women of all ages (preferably high school age and up). I love knowing that being sexy and being a mom can go hand in hand.
To learn more about this book, you can visit the book’s website, the Skinn Cosmetic’s website, like Skinn Cosmetics on Facebook and follow Skinn Cosmetics on Twitter. You can also purchase the book on Amazon.com too!
Now for the Giveaway…Skinn Cosmetics would like to giveaway a copy of this book to ONE Frugal Fabulous Finds reader! 
There are TWO mandatory things you must do:
1. Enter your name/email address in the giveaway form below (for each entry), so that I can contact you!
2. “Like” Skinn Cosmetics on Facebook.
There are also several other OPTIONAL Bonus entries available to increase your chances of winning this Giveaway!
***Very Important: All of your entries MUST be entered into the giveaway form below, or they will not count towards winning!***
This giveaway will end Thursday, July 12th at midnight. The winner will be chosen via Rafflecopter.com and will be announced Friday, July 12th! Good luck!
Post published by Melissa Roach, our Product Review & Giveaway Specialist.
Melissa is a Full Time Mom & Blogger HERE (please check out her blog!)
I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.
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