My dad set the barre high for the men in my life. He was kind, caring and loyal--but not just to his family. He treated friends, coworkers and strangers with the same respect.
As his only daughter, he made me feel like the apple of his eye. The rules seemed a little more relaxed with me than with my brother, and I could always count on his unconditional love. I truly believe that his support and positive example shaped me into the woman I am today.
Watching fathers with their baby daughters never fails to melt my heart. I delight in seeing how their new reserves of attentiveness and emotional availability bring out the best in them as the relationship grows. It reminds me of the special bond I had with my "dear ol' dad," which is how my father often referred to himself.
In honor of Father's Day on Sunday, we'd like to celebrate Hollywood's newest dads and daughters. Check out the adorb pics and videos of Channing Tatum, Kanye West and Kevin Jonas with their own baby girls. Plus, if you're looking for something special for your father or the father-like figure in your life, we've also assembled softening and soothing skincare products formulated specifically for men. Each brand promotes no animal testing practices.
Enjoy your special day with dear ol' dad!
CHANNING TATUM
Photo courtesy Peabody Awards
Channing Tatum and his wife Jenna Dewan-Tatum received a special delivery in June 2013--baby girl Everly.
KEVIN JONAS
Photo courtesy Paige's Concerts
Daughter Elena Rose came into the world last February to proud parents Kevin Jonas and his wife Danielle.
KANYE WEST
Photo by rodrigoferrari
The first child of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, daughter North West, arrived in June 2013.
SHINE: Murad Cleansing Shave, Razor Burn Rescue and Face Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 15|PA++. BEAUTY: The cleanser preps the skin for a close shave, the treat/repair formula prevents razor burn and ingrown hairs, and the SPF provides antioxidant protection with tea tree leaf oil and vitamin E. BEACON: No animal testing.
SHINE: Pevonia Aqua-Gel Foaming Cleanser, Age-Defying Myoxy-Caviar Balm, Soothing After Shaving Balm and Easy Glide Shaving Emulsion. BEAUTY: Safflower seed oil, vitamin E and lavender flower extract help decongest and desensitize the skin to leave it soft and smooth during the morning shave routine. BEACON: No animal testing. Free of parabens, alcohol, lanolin, mineral oil, PABA, urea, formaldehyde, artificial colors and sulfates. Supports the Beauty Bus Foundation.
SHINE: Phytomer Homme RASAGE PERFECT Alcohol-Free Soothing Aftershave. BEAUTY: Soothe razor burn, and purify and tone the skin with rosemary leaf oil, witch hazel and sea water. BEACON: No animal testing.
The countdown to the spring wedding of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West has begun. The reality TV star celebrated a Paris themed bridal shower at The Peninsula in Beverly Hills, Calif., last Saturday. The couple now prepares to tie the knot in Florence, Italy on May 24, debunking earlier reports that the two were planning a ceremony in the City of Light.
Is there anything more magical than a spring wedding? As day lengths get longer and flowers begin to bloom, the season celebrates renewal and rejuvenation. The future seems as bright as the post-winter sunlight.
Bride and groom: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West.
In addition to Kardashian and West taking the plunge, other superstars may soon follow in their footsteps. Will engaged couples such as Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo, and Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher also exchange vows? Only time will tell!
In the meantime, we'd like to celebrate the spirit of spring weddings with something blue pedis and peeps. These bright and bold lacquers and eye makeup place a unique spin on the traditional belief that brides should wear "something new, something old, something borrowed, something blue" on The Big Day. Plus, the calming color represents trustworthiness, dependability and commitment--traits required for a successful marriage.
Photo by Bev Sykes
You don't need to be a bride to pair blue polishes with eyeliners and shadows. This look works for guests and bridesmaids too. Thus, we'd like to extend an invitation to you to try them--no RSVP required. In addition, let us know your predictions for which celebrity couples will walk down the aisle next.
Behati Prinsloo and Adam Levine
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt
Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston
George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin
Amber Heard and Johnny Depp
SOMETHING BLUE PEDI POLISHES
Matrimonial metallic: Create a glamorous glitter effect with holographic pixie particles in Vega by Zoya Nail Polish.
SHINE: Azature Nail Lacquer (Blue). BEAUTY: This shimmering deep shade symbolizes the balance and inner strength of a blue diamond.BEACON: Cruelty free. Contains no toluene, formaldehyde or dibutyl phthalate.
SHINE: Color Club Nail Lacquer. BEAUTY (top to bottom): Make your May day marriage memorable with In De-Nile (baby blue), Trippie Hippie (bright electric blue), Sexy Siren (teal blue glitter), Baldwin Blues (dusty navy blue) and Williamsburg (dark blue glitter). BEACON: Vegan and no animal testing. Free of toluene, dibutyl phthalate and formaldehyde.
SHINE: Essence Colour & Go (Miss Universe). BEAUTY: Say "I do" to this deep blue glitter polish. BEACON: Free of toluene, dibutyl phthalate and formaldehyde.
SHINE: Jesse's Girl Cosmetics Julie G Textured Nail Color (Sleigh Ride). BEAUTY: Vow to brighten your bridal style with this blue shimmer shade. BEACON: No animal testing.
SHINE: Pure Ice Nail Enamel. BEAUTY (top to bottom): Take the plunge with this on trend trio--Bikini (sky blue), French Kiss (dark blue cream) and Splash (cool blue metallic). BEACON: Free of toluene, dibutyl phthalate and formaldehyde.
SHINE: Ruby Wing (Wanted Dead or Alive). BEAUTY: Get two for one, as this lacquer shade goes from turquoise when you wear it indoors to deep blue when you go outdoors. BEACON: Vegan and no animal testing. Supports GLAAD, Autism Speaks and the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.
SHINE: SpaRitual Lacquer. BEAUTY: Wedding bells will ring and the sun will shine with Undercurrent (dark navy blue cream), It's Raining Men (sky blue shimmer with a hint of pink) and Intellect (blue shimmer). BEACON: Vegan, and free of toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, dibutyl phthalate and camphor.
SHINE: Zoya Nail Polish. BEAUTY (top to bottom): You will love, honor and cherish these lovely lacquers--Vega (blue opal sparkle), Tart (medium blue metallic shimmer), Ling (vibrant royal blue cream), Muse (blue raspberry holographic fizz with gold undertones) and Robyn (turquoise cream). BEACON: Vegan and no animal testing. Free of toluene, camphor, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin and dibutyl phthalate.
SOMETHING BLUE EYE MAKEUP
Photo by Deborah Austin
SHINE: Essence Cosmetics. BEAUTY: Create a big look for your big day with Metal Glam Pressed Powder Eyeshadow (Jewel Up the Ocean in shimmering sky blue) and Pressed Powder Eyeshadows (My Baby Blue! in powder blue and Miss Atlantis in royal blue). BEACON: No animal testing.
SHINE: Kevyn Aucoin The Eye Shadow Duo. BEAUTY: Your significant other will do a double take with this pretty palette of Taupe Shimmer and Blackened Blue Shimmer. BEACON: Free of parabens.
SHINE: Milani Cosmetics. BEAUTY: Wow as you exchange your vows with a pop of color of Liquid Eye Liner (Infinite, electric blue). BEACON: Cruelty free.
Photo by Daniel Ogren Josh Duhamel and Fergie expect their bundle of joy this summer.
Who's got the glow? Superstar soon-to-be dads Josh Duhamel, Prince William, Kanye West and Olivier Martinez beam about as bright as their respective expectant partners--Fergie, the Duchess of Cambridge, Kim Kardashian and Halle Berry.
This fab four of first-time fathers have the look of love and luminosity. The special guy in your life doesn't need to shop for strollers to enjoy a flawless, refreshed complexion. Lifeless skin responds well to scrubs, moisturizers, cleansers and shaving products that contain powerful vitamins, antioxidants, anti-aging ingredients and natural exfoliants. For Father's Day on Sunday, June 16, give your guy the gift of glow. The following skincare collections and kits are designed to revitalize his skin with radiant results. His face will be about as soft as a baby's you-know-what.
Photo by Simon Taylor
Prince William and Kate Middleton prepare for the arrival of the royal baby in July.
Photo by David Shankbone Kanye West and Kim Kardashian anticipate the birth of their daughter in July.
Olivier Martinez will welcome the arrival his first child with Halle Berry (her second) in the fall.
SHINE: (Clockwise from the top) eShave Face Moisturizer, Face Scrub, Eye Cream and Face Wash. BEAUTY: These gotta-have-it grooming goodies polish and protect the skin, prevent early signs of aging and promote pore minimization with shea and cocoa nut butters, jojoba oil, crushed apricot seeds, vitamin E and green tea extract. BEACON: Free of parabens, animal ingredients, dyes, SLS and SLES.
SHINE: Jack Black Jet Set Traveler (Supreme Cream Triple Cushion Shave Lather, Pure Clean Daily Facial Cleanser and Double-Duty Face Moisturizer SPF 20). BEAUTY: For the guy-on-the-go, this travel-size trio sanitizes, smoothes and safeguards the skin. BEACON: Contains no synthetic fragrances, parabens, sulfates or colorants.
SHINE: (Top to bottom) L'Occitane L'Homme Adventurous Verdon Kit (Eau de Toilette, Energy Moisturizer, Refreshing Face Splash and Invigorating Shave). BEAUTY: Shield his skin from the harsh and harmful effects of the sun, aging, lifestyle and the environment with rosemary leaf extract, vitamin E, and grape seed, peppermint and sunflower seed oils. BEACON: The L’Occitane Foundation supports women’s entrepreneurship and visual impairment fields of action.
SHINE: Murad Man Cleansing Shave, Razor Burn Rescue and Face Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 15 | PA++. BEAUTY: He can purify, pamper and protect his skin by utilizing sunscreen ingredients, glycolic acid, vitamins A, C and E, neem, apricot kernel oil and mushroom extract. BEACON: No animal testing.
SHINE: (Clockwise from the top) Pevonia Botanica Easy Glide Shaving Emulsion, Soothing After Shaving Balm, Age-Defying Myoxy Caviar Balm and Aqua-Gel Foaming Cleanser. BEAUTY: This fierce foursome of skincare products for him screams spa day with healing and hydrating ingredients, such as green tea leaf extract, vitamins C and E, safflower seed oil and caviar extract. BEACON: No animal testing. Free of parabens, alcohol, lanolin, mineral oil, PABA, urea, artificial colors and sulfates.
SHINE: Skin Authority Man Age Defying Daily Basics Kit (Daily Wash, Shave Serum, Hydrating Sunscreen and Conditioning Toner). BEAUTY: Minimize irritation and redness, fine lines and wrinkles, razor bumps and in-grown hairs, and maximize healthier looking skin with sunscreen ingredients, aloe vera leaf juice, peppermint oil and glycolic acid. BEACON: No animal testing. Free of parabens, dyes and added fragrances. Supports Look Good...Feel Better.
