Customer Review: I have bought the last two editions of Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me. I have found them very helpful in sifting through the hype regarding makeup and skin care products. Her makeup preferences do come through in her reviews, however. Her aversion to shimmer/sparkle and preference for... more info
Customer Review: Very informative, though there are definitely hair care brands that she doesn't review (like KeraCare, for example). However, there are numerous brands that I have never heard of that are included, and some of which seem like they weren't popular since the 1980's. . . . . .
I did like the book... more info
Customer Review: Information that I already knew but I am a glamour girl. If you are new to skin care and make-up then this might be a good book for you. Too elementary for me.
Customer Review: Living in Vancouver, I used this book many times to impress various women and have to say that although the places this book digs up are not inexpensive they are certainly romantic. Without it, I would never have found the most amazing on hill house in Whistler where I was able to propose to my wife... more info
Customer Review: Paula Begoun's down-to-earth beauty advise is a great wakeup call for all those women out there who (understandably) buy into all the cosmetic company sales pitches about all the expensive products we need to look young and beautiful. As Paula explains, skin care can, and should, be inexpensive,... more info
Customer Review: I was planning my honeymoon & purchased several books including this one. I found that some other books had much more listings. For example, we wanted to stay in the northern part of Kauai, but it only had about three listings. Not to mention, the ones listed were "expensive to unbelievably... more info
Customer Review: After graduating from college, my skin broke out (I'm a late bloomer). I thought the acne would scar my face forever. Too poor to see a dermatologist, I decided to look for hope in a home remedy. This book saved my face! Within two weeks of following her suggestions for basic skin care routine, my... more info