Wednesday 22 February 2012
Did You Know?
Adele has been said to use 3 false eyelashes at a time!!! No wonder her eyes are always so full and long!
Thursday 16 February 2012
These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things...
One of God's gift to women is detangler, or at least in my humble opinion ;)
It's a blessing for long hair, for easily tangled hair, and for damaged hair. When my hair is super dirty I wash it twice and scrunch it all up to hell. Even a deep conditioner doesn't help. When I get out of the shower I have a rat's nest on top of my head. No matter what I did, I used to pull out so much hair trying to get all the knots out.
Using a detangler not only helps you comb through your hair, but it helps seal and protect as well. I used to use kids detangler cause it smelt good. Now they have it for adults!
It comes separated ("milk" and oil), so you just shake it up and apply. Don't worry about going overboard with it as it doesn't weigh your hair down or make it greasy. There is also a pink color shield type as well. It's relatively cheap (about $4, Superstore) and lasts quite awhile.
Remember to always start at the bottom of the section of hair and work your way up! My mom never seemed to figure that out...
It's a blessing for long hair, for easily tangled hair, and for damaged hair. When my hair is super dirty I wash it twice and scrunch it all up to hell. Even a deep conditioner doesn't help. When I get out of the shower I have a rat's nest on top of my head. No matter what I did, I used to pull out so much hair trying to get all the knots out.
Using a detangler not only helps you comb through your hair, but it helps seal and protect as well. I used to use kids detangler cause it smelt good. Now they have it for adults!
It comes separated ("milk" and oil), so you just shake it up and apply. Don't worry about going overboard with it as it doesn't weigh your hair down or make it greasy. There is also a pink color shield type as well. It's relatively cheap (about $4, Superstore) and lasts quite awhile.
Remember to always start at the bottom of the section of hair and work your way up! My mom never seemed to figure that out...
You're Making Me Blush!
One of the 2 things I cannot live without beauty-wise is blush (the other is mascara).
Blush is used to emphasize and contour your cheek bones, and give you a younger appearance. Women have been pinching and slapping their faces for centuries to redden their cheeks. During WWII women in camps pinched their cheeks to make them look healthy. So basically, blush saves lives :)
One of my favorite blushes is the Nars line. Specifically "Desire".
I'm sure you're looking at this and thinking, "That looks like something from the 80's!". And you'd be right. Blush colors haven't changed much of the last couple decades, but the application has. In the 80's we (if you were around for it) used blush to excessively highlight our cheekbones. For example, check out this classic 80's beauty:
In order to have a natural, healthy blush apply to the apples of your cheeks first (smile really wide), then go lightly up the cheekbones.
I always match my blush to my eyeshadow--bright pinks to cooler tones, corals and peaches to warmer.
You can also get blushes with highlighters in them as well. I do like this, but have a tendency to stay clear as my bronzer is a bit shimmery already.
I happen to think that all blushes are made equal, expense wise. I do have a couple higher end brands, but drugstore blush works just as well. As long as you use a sealer it'll last all day and well into the night.
And if you're lucky enough to be one of those people that naturally blushes often, good for you! Blushing is a sign of endearment and being lovestruck :)
Blush is used to emphasize and contour your cheek bones, and give you a younger appearance. Women have been pinching and slapping their faces for centuries to redden their cheeks. During WWII women in camps pinched their cheeks to make them look healthy. So basically, blush saves lives :)
One of my favorite blushes is the Nars line. Specifically "Desire".
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| "Desire" gives you a "just came in from the winter cold" look. |
In order to have a natural, healthy blush apply to the apples of your cheeks first (smile really wide), then go lightly up the cheekbones.
I always match my blush to my eyeshadow--bright pinks to cooler tones, corals and peaches to warmer.
You can also get blushes with highlighters in them as well. I do like this, but have a tendency to stay clear as my bronzer is a bit shimmery already.
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| MAC "Daft Pink" |
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| Left: Cover Girl in Rose Silk Right: Cover Girl in Classic Pink |
Doe Eyes
Awhile ago I was downtown for a walk when I came across the Noir Lash Lounge. I was intrigued as the place was very new, and the tag line on the door was "Lashes aren't just an added service, it's our ONLY service". I've heard of brow bars but not a lash bar. I went home and looked it up online immediately (I would have gone in but unfortunately I had a cranky baby.)
I was IMPRESSED! I assumed they just did eye lash extensions, but they do a lot more.
First off, there are 7 different types of extensions to go by--from subtle to excessive (mink), and with the exception of the mink ones they are only $75 per set and $35 for fills. I work in a spa that does eyelash extensions and not only is there just one kind, but they are about $200+ for the initial service, and about $150 thereafter.
They also have a $35 service that just does the outer lashes. Another great incentive to this is the special they offer called the Noircissist--buy 5, get 6 on any of the services! Pretty good deal considering you go back every 4-5 weeks for the touch ups.
They also do Lash Dips. I thought it was a tint, but for $125 it has to be something more. This is the description:
"Wave those wands farewell and say hello to the most perfect coat of mascara. LashDip is blacker-than-black, clump free and precise and (here's the kicker) lasts up to 6 weeks. The other stuff like how it's 100% hypoallergenic and free of toxins and preservatives - now that's just frivolous". I'm interested in this as well because my eyelashes are white blond. This could be good!
They also sell false eyelashes, about 10 different styles from subtle to outrageous.
I've never had eyelash extensions, though I've always wanted them. I do have naturally longer lashes, and use Latisse as well (to amazing results!)
I am definitely going to check out this place soon! So far there is only locations in Vancouver and Calgary.
I was IMPRESSED! I assumed they just did eye lash extensions, but they do a lot more.
First off, there are 7 different types of extensions to go by--from subtle to excessive (mink), and with the exception of the mink ones they are only $75 per set and $35 for fills. I work in a spa that does eyelash extensions and not only is there just one kind, but they are about $200+ for the initial service, and about $150 thereafter.
They also have a $35 service that just does the outer lashes. Another great incentive to this is the special they offer called the Noircissist--buy 5, get 6 on any of the services! Pretty good deal considering you go back every 4-5 weeks for the touch ups.
They also do Lash Dips. I thought it was a tint, but for $125 it has to be something more. This is the description:
"Wave those wands farewell and say hello to the most perfect coat of mascara. LashDip is blacker-than-black, clump free and precise and (here's the kicker) lasts up to 6 weeks. The other stuff like how it's 100% hypoallergenic and free of toxins and preservatives - now that's just frivolous". I'm interested in this as well because my eyelashes are white blond. This could be good!
They also sell false eyelashes, about 10 different styles from subtle to outrageous.
I've never had eyelash extensions, though I've always wanted them. I do have naturally longer lashes, and use Latisse as well (to amazing results!)
I am definitely going to check out this place soon! So far there is only locations in Vancouver and Calgary.
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