AfterBuzz TV SYTYCD: Boston Auditions

The whole gang is back together this week as we talk about the Boston auditions. It's my hometown and the dance scene is fierce in that town. It's a city that really supports the arts and it shows! I think it's the best set of auditions we have seen in awhile on SYTYCD.

Many of you have asked when our guests will be coming on. We will start with guests once we hit the Top 20. It makes the most sense since we want our guests to be talking about the true contenders for the title. From everything I am hearing, there is only going to be one winner this season. I am happy with that change from the two winner-result last season.

We have had a ton of requests for specific guests. I keep hearing Witney Carson and Lindsay Arnold requested over and over. We will try our best to get both of them, but one caveat: Lindsay is not living in LA this summer. I will try and coordinate with her schedule if she happens to be in town, but that is where we stand with her situation. Finally, Anna Trebunskaya promised to come in. As many of you know, she was a great addition to our DWTS show.

If you missed the show, you can view it below or listen to the podcast. Thanks for making it the #10 most downloaded show on AfterBuzz TV last week!

And a big thanks to Kaitlyn for calling in to discuss the Boston auditions!

Perlier Shower & Bath Cream Kit Review

It's time to take a look at another beauty product that was sent to me via iFabbo. I have to say I was a little disappointed in last month's pick because of the presence of Parabens in the product. This month's pick is Perlier's Deluxe Travel Kit and I was in heaven. Given the fact that I am an ingredients reader from the beginning I was happy to see some of the products were Paraben-free.

Here is what I received:
Products:

1 oz. Honey Body Balm Mini
1.6 fl. oz. Honey Shower Cream Mini
1.6 fl. oz. Olivarium Bath & Shower Cream Mini
1 fl. oz. Olivarium Body Cream Mini
1 fl. oz. Shea Butter with Citrus Extract Body Balm Mini
1.6 fl. oz. Shea Butter with Citrus Extract Cream Shower Mini
1 fl. oz. White Almond Body Cream Mini
1.6 fl. oz. White Almond Shower Cream Mini
Clear Zip Top Bag

Description of Products:

Honey Body Balm Mini 
Helps moisture-nourish the skin
Helps improve the appearance of the skin
Honey scent
Honey Shower Cream Mini
Cleansing formula formulated with honey and other key ingredients
Formula helps moisture-nourish the skin
Honey-scented
Olivarium Bath & Shower Cream Mini
Key ingredients include 100% organic Italian olive oil
Olive oil in formula comes from century-old trees cultivated without the use of chemical treatments
Helps create a delicate, herbal-scented bathing experience
Olivarium Body Cream Mini
Formula contains 100% organic olive oil, tomato lycopene and other key ingredients
Complex delivers a moisturizing effect to the skin
Clean, herbal scent
Shea Butter with Citrus Extract Body Balm Mini
Perlier uses a proprietary process that allows pure shea butter to be extracted and recondensed
Together with other ingredients, formula helps hydrate the skin
Scented with soft citrus notes including lemons, limes and oranges
White Almond Body Cream Mini
Formula cleanses, hydrates, helps protect skin and optimizes firmness in the skin
Scented with soft Italian almonds from Sicily, considered by some to be the best Italian almonds
Clear Zip Top Bag Cream Mini
Zip-top design
Holds all 8 minis
Perfect for travel
Approx. 9"L x 2-1/2'W x 6-1/2"H
Bath and body products made in Italy; bag made in China

Ingredients:
The list was so long with eight items, so I encourage you to head here to see the list. I was pleased with what I saw in the shower creams, but the body creams list Methylparaben. Sigh. It is frustrating to see beauty companies still use this sketchy item in their products.

Does It Work?:
I loved the fresh scents and smells of the shower cream. It was hydrating to my dry skin and it is definitely something I would purchase again. I also think the 8-piece set is a great gift item. If Perlier can figure out a way to eliminate the Parabens from their body creams, I would give this a double thumbs-up.

Cost: $19.95

Where Is It Sold?:  HSN--which you know I adore. In fact, Perlier is offering my readers a $5 discount code. Click on this link here and then add the code "ifabbo5" at checkout. Not only is that good on the Perlier Deluxe Travel Set, it is good for any Perlier purchase at HSN. Code Expiration Date: 10/31/13

Connect:
Let me know your thoughts on the product using this hashtag: #PerlierOnHSN

Have you used Perlier products before? Let me know in the comments below.



Disclosure:  I was given a complimentary sample by Perlier and iFabbo in exchange for a review. I was not paid for this post. All opinions are my own.

Media Mondays

Happy Memorial Day, everyone!  I hope you are all enjoying the day off while remembering all of those who bravely fought for our freedom throughout history. You are appreciated--thank you!

Here are all of last week's media appearances. Pick and choose your adventure:

AfterBuzz TV DWTS: Final week....last of the controversies. You can find it all here.
Kell
The Hangover III premiere:  All of the photos are here.

AfterBuzz TV SYTYCD:  The show will ramp up once the audition rounds are over, but we are still discussing what we are seeing in each city as the contestants head to Vegas.



Tom Barnard Podcast:  We talk about the Biebs at the Billboard Music Awards and Bradley Cooper wearing a pumpkin suit at The Hangover III red carpet. I come in at 2:08.

SheKnows:
Kellie Pickler comes out on top on Dancing with the Stars:  All of the delicious controversies...phew, glad that's over.
Jennifer Lawrence's hot bod for X-Men: No body paint this time, it's a body suit.
Lea Michele lands a book deal:  Would you buy this book?

The Amy Beth Arkawy Show: I chatted with Amy Beth about the string of TV cancellations and what we can expect from next season's TV shows. Listen here.

VIDEO: Indy 500 Featurette for TURBO

Coming July 17 in 3D, it's Dreamworks Animation's latest movie offering called TURBO. Here's an official description of the film:


"From the makers of Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda, TURBO is a high-velocity 3D comedy about an underdog snail whose dreams kick into overdrive when he miraculously attains the power of super-speed. But after making fast friends with a crew of streetwise, tricked-out es-car-goes, Turbo learns that no one succeeds on their own. So he puts his heart and shell on the line to help his pals achieve their dreams, before Turbo-charging his own impossible dream: winning the Indy 500."

The animated feature stars Ryan Reynolds, Paul Giamatti, Michael Pena, Luis Guzmán, Bill Hader, Richard Jenkins,Ken Jeong, Michelle Rodriguez, Maya Rudolph, Ben Schwartz, Snoop Dogg, a.k.a. Snoop Lion and Samuel L. Jackson.

To find out more about the film head to their website, Facebook or Twitter page. 

In the meantime, enjoy the Indy 500 Featurette just in time for the big race weekend!

What movie do you plan to see this holiday weekend?

AfterBuzz TV DWTS: Sharna Burgess & Lindsay Arnold

Ahhh, what a season! I cannot believe it's over.  It's been a wild ride over the last 10 weeks. My wish for next season is that we are all good to each other...no matter who we are rooting for. We are so lucky to live in a world where we can have our own opinions and thoughts, but it is important to be respectful of the opposing side.  Kellie and Zendaya are both beautiful dancers and women. While they each brought different things to the table, we watched because we love dance.  While Kellie went home with that mirror ball trophy, I think we are all going to watch Zendaya become a superstar in Hollywood...way beyond the confines of Disney/ABC. Whether she hits the music scene or takes on the film world, mark my words, she will be wildly successful.

My SheKnows.com article about the DWTS finale >>

I know many of you aren't satisfied with the voting explanation. ABC should have done a better job with explaining what happened much like NBC did with The Voice when they had a similar issue in early May. Legally, they did the right thing by throwing out the ABC.com votes. It leveled the playing field for both coasts.  While viewers were left with phone, text, and Facebook votes, I know some of you will argue it isn't fair.  Well, I can never text since I'm not an AT&T customer.....so that's not fair. I also only have a public FB page, so I cannot vote via social media. I have to pick up the phone. We could go in circles about this over and over. Remember, all networks have to abide by FCC regulations and Broadcast Standards and Practices. Here are ABC's guidelines for their entire network. What ABC failed to do is explain the situation to the viewers...that is a PR misstep.

Our pre-show Vine video >>

I also think Lindsay and Sharna addressed the footwear issue very well.  There are so many other issues to deal with when you are trying to teach a celebrity to dance.  While it may not be the preferable choice for viewers with a dance background, the pros chose what they felt was best for their celebs. I prefer the line of a heel, but once I heard Lindsay and Sharna's explanations, I feel like I understand the reasoning a bit better...even if I prefer true ballroom footwear.

One crazy photo post-show >>

Thank you all for such a great season. We really cannot do it without you. Your input, comments, questions and artful debate have been so much fun. Even when we don't agree, I love discussing the show with you.  For those of you that are fans of SYTYCD, I hope you join me, Jake, AJ Gibson, and Chloe West for a fun season. Next week, we will slide into DWTS' old time slot on AfterBuzz TV at 9pm PT, so you know where to find us. We will also be bringing in some DWTS and SYTYCD guests to join us once the Top 20 is announced.



The podcast is available to listen to here. 

Now feel free to comment away about the season, but be respectful of others and their opinions. Thank you! 

PHOTOS: The Hangover III Premiere

Yep, I was on the red carpet for the premiere of The Hangover III for Press Pass LA on Monday night. My article will be up shortly, but I thought you might enjoy a few fun personal photos from the evening.  (Also, check out my Facebook page for my mug right before the action began!)

Will you be seeing The Hangover III or are you already tired of the franchise?

 Just wanted to show you the back of Jamie Chung's dress...gorgeous!

 Mmmbop, mmmbop...what the heck comes next?

 Bradley Cooper drank his coffee all the way down the red carpet in his pumpkin suit. Maybe it was a pumpkin latte?

Bradley Cooper chatting with director Todd Phillips...discussing pumpkin lattes?

 The cast!

 Heather Graham looked gorgeous in emerald green.

Ed Helms looking a little like Hugh Grant in profile.

Zach Galiafinakis...finally learned to spell his last name correctly for this caption.

Hugh Jackman: The Wolverine Trailer

Did you see the new The Wolverine trailer? If you haven't, it's time to see Hugh Jackman back in action as the incredible Marvel hero.

IMDB is describing the July 26 film saying,  "Wolverine makes a voyage to modern-day Japan, where he encounters an enemy from his past that will impact on his future."

I'm ready, are you?



In other Marvel news, see Jennifer Lawrence's smokin' hot body as Mystique here from X-Men: Days of Future Past.