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Join Us Today For Park(ing) Day!

YumSugar — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:00:00 PDT

In case you weren't aware, today is Park(ing) Day, a yearly event where businesses and volunteers take the time to construct parks in parking spaces in an effort to make the world a greener place.

We'll be hosting a special taste challenge at CasaSugar's Sweet Spot Park, so stop by between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. today to participate. CasaSugar's Sweet Spot Park will be in downtown San Francisco from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Howard Street between 2nd Street and New Montgomery. In addition to our fun, one lucky winner will be walking away with a $1,000 IKEA gift card courtesy of CasaSugar, and geeksugar will be on hand to show you the latest in solar technology.

Can't make it to our Park(ing) Day celebration? We'll keep you posted with the results of our taste challenge. Are you going to visit any Park(ing) Day parks in your town?

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geeksugar Is All About Natural Beauty

BellaSugar — Wed, 21 May 2008 08:00:17 PDT

You know how in bad movies, the scientist or techie girl lets her hair down and it tumbles into beautiful, perfect curls? geeksugar is that girl. Seriously, she knows her technology inside and out, and on top of that, she is intimidatingly pretty. In fact, after finding out about her natural, no-fuss approach to beauty, I almost want to dislike her for being so effortlessly put-together. But she's so nice that I can't. Read on for her easy beauty tips.

Which beauty products are your must-haves?
Five products that I absolutely cannot live without include Burt's Bees Soap Bark and Chamomile deep cleansing cream, Aubrey Organics sea buckthorn and cucumber moisturizing cream for combination dry skin, Bobbi Brown's bronzing powder, MAC Studio Stick concealer, and Shikai's Color Reflect Mist and Go conditioning spray with soy protein and panthenol - my detangling savior!

What’s your favorite beauty ritual?
Although I don't do this as often as I would like, I love doing a deep conditioning homemade treatment on my hair (the egg/mayo/olive oil combo). I then slather a nice rejuvenating deep pore-cleansing mask on my face and soak in a bubble bath for a half hour or so. Totally relaxing, therapeutic and good for the mind, body and soul. Some soft Zen music playing in the background helps as well!

For Geek's advice on the unusual cream that works as lip gloss,

read more. What’s your go-to lip product? I've used this for way too many years but it's so awesome I just can't part with it! My go-to lip product is The Body Shop's lip and cheek stain in rose pink. When you first put it on it looks like something Barbie would wear, but trust me, with a little shimmery gloss, it looks divine (and less eighties!), plus it will keep your lips a nice hue of pink for hours! What is your morning beauty routine? I like keeping things simple as I believe less is definitely more when it comes to makeup! Some concealer, bronzer, mascara and gloss usually does the trick for me. What’s your signature fragrance? Since I'm super-sensitive when it comes to perfumes, I tend to stay away from products that contain chemicals and harsh ingredients. I usually just stick with wearing a dab or two of sandalwood or rose essential oils on my wrists. What’s the best beauty advice you’ve ever received? To always wash off your make-up before you go to bed. Thanks, Mom! And the worst advice? That you must use liquid foundation before applying your makeup. I've always looked hideous wearing liquid foundation! UGH! Any tips or tricks you want to share with readers? If you tend to use lots of hair products, I suggest using a deep cleansing shampoo once in a while to remove all the excess residue, pollutants and dirt from your hair. Mop's basil mint shampoo will do just the trick. Also, instead of covering your body in lotion filled with harmful chemicals, try using something like Alba's Kukui nut organic body oil, which is an excellent moisturizer and safe for your body. Finally, lanolin nipple cream (for breastfeeding mothers) is a fantastic lip gloss – so shiny and thick and hardly wears off! Definitely great for chapped lips. My friend introduced me to it and I’ve been addicted ever since! Your favorite drugstore beauty product? Witch Hazel! Witch Hazel is a great all-natural astringent that gently cleanses the skin without removing essential moisture. It also reduces pore size and helps to combat break-outs. When do you feel the most beautiful? After I get back from a long brisk walk in the evening. I love filling my lungs with fresh air and getting my heart rate up - my skin always glows afterwards!

Yummy Link: Keyboard Waffle Maker

YumSugar — Thu, 17 May 2007 14:00:01 PDT

This one's been making it's way around the blogosphere (sidenote: I hate that word), for a while now, but this morning GeekSugar was talking about how much she still wanted it and I realized that I never mentioned it. It's a waffle maker that makes keyboard shaped waffles. Talk about geeky breakfast chic! - GeekSugar

Yummy Link: Dine to the Soothing Sounds of the Sea

YumSugar — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 02:01:01 PDT

Please pass the salt. Oh and the pepper, and also the iPod. Thanks.

That's right, I said iPod.

World famous chef Heston Blumenthal, of England's The Fat Duck (which is currently ranked as the #2 restaurant in the world), is creating a new experience for his lucky customers. When they order his new dish "Sound of the Sea," they'll also get to use an iPod to experience soothing ocean tracks while eating. I dunno guys, what do you think? The sea sounds fine, but what's the next level. Do I really want to hear farm life while eating beef or chicken? - geeksugar

The Machine Project's Dorkbake

YumSugar — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 08:58:56 PST

Alright, so maybe I should have passed this news on to geeksugar instead of writing my own post, but I couldn't resist! The folks over at the Machine Project are hosting a "dorkbake" bake-off and I just had to share the news.

Now you're probably asking yourself, what's a "dorkbake"? Well, it's a bake-off where the contestants have to have a killer recipe, but, there are a few small catches. One: they'll only be able to use ingredients off a pre-determined list, and two: they have to bring their own HOMEMADE 100-watt light bulb heated oven. Yep, that's right, they have to make their OWN easy-bake styled oven!

The event takes place in Los Angeles on Feb. 3rd and will be judged on engineering, tastiness and presentation. I wish I could be there, this sounds like it could be a lot of fun.

If you live in the Los Angeles area, you should check this out and report back to all of us! Or better yet, enter (it only costs $13.37 to register) and come up with your own "easy-bake" creation.

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Fab Gift Guide: geeksugar

FabSugar — Wed, 20 Dec 2006 09:27:07 PST

Did any of you ever see the TV series Freaks and Geeks? After a few friends raved about this little show I rented the first, and only, season to see what the hoopla was about. It was a joyous month of laughs for me; the show is like That 70's Show meets The Wonder Years meets Dazed and Confused. So, don't ever talk jive about my girl geeksugar! Here are some cool, geeky gifts for her. To see all of my gift guides, click here. To learn how to contribute you own fabulous finds to our Fab Gift Guide, click here.

Under $50

The OtterBox for Ipod Mini, $29.95. A waterproof case for your Ipod mini - Fit are you seeing this? You can swim laps to music!

Two more, so

read more $50 - $100 Talene Reilly Carly Laptop Sleeve, $88. Ummm, I think I want this too.
Over $100 New Apple iPod HiFi, $349. Did you ever see a more gorgeous stereo system?

Look of The Day: Gorgeous geeksugar!!!

FabSugar — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 14:58:29 PST

Friday was a big day over here. BuzzSugar and geeksugar both launched! The latter sister site is key for me because I am really not in the know when it comes to gadgets and gizmos. And who said geek isn't chic? Not moi! As you can see here, geek can be tres chic and she is today's TeamSugar Look Book Look of the Day! To submit your own look, click here.

Here's what she's wearing:

Pink Shirt: Splendid Overdyed Jersey T
Vest: Natalia Quilted Vest in Maize
Black Jeans: Citizens of Humanity Boho Boot Cut
Blue Messenger bag: Tumi T-Tech Flow Slim Messenger
Black Flats: Steve Madden
White iPod
Blackberry Pearl

Congrats geeksugar!

Everyone else, submit your looks today and I just might feature you on FabSugar!

Welcome BuzzSugar and geeksugar!

PopSugar — Fri, 08 Dec 2006 07:00:54 PST

We are excited to welcome the latest members of the Sugar family, BuzzSugar and geeksugar!

BuzzSugar is the hippest online destination for your must-have entertainment news and reviews. While Pop gives you all of the celebrity photos and juicy dirt you love, BuzzSugar will provide reviews, suggestions and artist interviews. Click here to check it out!

geeksugar is here to prove that geek is chic and help you take control of your tech life. From simple how-to instructions about choosing the right digital camera and starting your own online photo gallery and tips about creating your own blog, to reviews of gadgets that will make your fella drool. It will be your geeky guide to the great discoveries (and inevitable bugs) in your virtual life. Click here to check it out!

geeksugar Is Here!

GeekSugar — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 16:15:21 PST

Hey Gang!

Welcome to geeksugar, the latest blog in the fabulous Sugar Network! I’m here to prove that geek is chic and help you take control of your tech life.

From simple how-to instructions about how to select the right digital camera and start your own online photo gallery and tips about creating your own blog, to reviews of gadgets that will make your fella drool, I’ll be your geeky guide to the great discoveries (and inevitable bugs) in your virtual life.

Whether you’re a pro-gamer and programmer, or just trying to make it in this techie world, I’ll be here everyday to offer you how-tos, inspiration and a place where you won’t be afraid to ask: what’s a RSS reader anyway?

Like Reading GeekSugar? Then Follow Us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram!

GeekSugar — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 08:32:05 PST

Reading GeekSugar is just one way to get all the latest tech news, trends, tips, and informative info throughout the day - we also share funny tidbits, news we don't cover on the site, cool links, and more on our Twitter and Facebook pages!

Are you a Twitter and Facebook fanatic like we are? Then be sure to click "Follow" on our Twitter page, then "Like" our Facebook page for all the extra added tech and geek goodies in your feeds. Plus, we're pinning up a storm, so be sure to follow us on Pinterest to see all the pretty things we're finding around the web. If that's not enough, you can follow us @GeekSugar on Instagram to get a behind-the-scenes look at events, daily life, and interesting tech we find while out and about.

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