May 12th, 2009
Want luscious lips that has the ability to shift colors according to your mood? Then Dior has the answer with their Addict Lip Glow, Lip Balm. It is loaded with mood minerals that change colors according to heat thus your overall mood. The human body is subject to many harmful compounds through make-up and you wouldn’t believe it if we told you your daily regimen would go into the hundreds of compounds form naturally obtained to synthesized chemicals you wouldn’t even consider buying should you know of their existence. Dior and the many other cosmetic manufacturers have re-focused their attempts to come up with quality make-up by turning back to nature, trying to imitate what occurs naturally in the natural world. Read the rest of this entry »
April 12th, 2009
Everybody’s wearing them and color is something that can really bring drama to one’s eyes. Blue liners used with black eyeliners to begin the shade shift brings more drama to your eyes and add to that a dramatic set of lashes with mascara and you get very dramatic eyes that can really make you stand out. Using back first makes the blue stand out as if it were floating, giving your eyes with a blue glow you simply can’t get enough of. Want more drama in your eyes, try some of the best products from Sephora with their products from OPI which comes in a mermaid shade collection that is enough to bring the sun and beach into your eyes as if you were made for the surf. Read the rest of this entry »
March 12th, 2009
Most dry shampoos that are used for heavily styled hair (washing ruins those expensive curls and styling) come in either spray form (why dry?) that sends it all over the place, on your face, clothes and many other places that it ruins and can affect. So why not go for some really dry shampoo that kinda looks like dried up shoe polish complete with a brush on top so spread the mixture all over your hair. The best thing is that the powder form gets more of the stuff into the roots of your hair follicles rather than everywhere else wasting a lot of the product that should otherwise be on your scalp. It comes in two shades, light and dark. The lighter shade is suited for blond hair and the darker shade is suited for other hair types (dark). Read the rest of this entry »
February 1st, 2009
Having an oily, shiny face can be very frustrating and can even start pimple breakouts. A beauty essential for those people with oily skin is an oil control/blotting film.
An oil control film is a must-have for people with oily skin, especially when going out. It instantly removes excess oil on the face, giving a fresh and clean feel after. It is easy to use, just pat a sheet/film over the shiny areas of the face to give your skin a beautiful result. Using the film with a light dab will only remove the excess oil/grease on the face without messing the make-up. Another advantage of the oil control film is that it is very convenient, economical and handy which makes it easy to bring along and stuff it anywhere.
January 30th, 2009
Eye shadows have been used since ancient times to enhance the eyes and to bring focus towards the expressive windows into the soul. For those with ivory complexions, neutral shades as well as blue-greens. reddish-browns and cool purple hues work best highlighting the eyes on an otherwise bright face toning down your skin tone. Beige skin, use taupe, greens, warm brown’s, deep plums and tawnie’s work in the same way. For darker skin tones or bronze skin, use darker and bolder shades avoiding bright ones that would look artificial and unnatural.
Your iris or eye color can also be used to continue the drama of your eyeshadow, taking clue from their eyes. contrast is the key to a good effect allowing you to bring more attention to your face and thus making it as presentable as possible. Application is also key, so keep tab on the many resources on the internet for such steps which would be in the form of video, narratives and many more, for beginners use the video selections which shows the actual process making it easier.
December 30th, 2008
Like any woman, lipsticks seldom get worn out before you get tired of the shade or the trends make them a thing of the past. If you have several tubes of formerly favorite shades and colors, why not try to make a unique blend by cutting off some stubs (two or more), placing them in a microwave safe container and heating them till they melt. You know those small bottles with metal caps that once contained some face cream, they make good containers for such stuff and apply with a brush or with your fingers. Transfer it while still warm so it pours easy, let cool and use as regular lipstick with a brush or with your fingers. Who knows, you might just get a unique shade you can’t buy from the store.
November 29th, 2008
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To minimize wrinkles we should always be conscious of how you touch your face. When we are washing our face as much as possible do not scrub vigorously. Harsh, hard, or vigorous movements and touches can stretch and pull at the skin in an adverse way. Like when we dry our face pat it dry, rather than rubbing a cloth up and down. When we apply makeup use brushes rather than your fingers. It applies makeup with a light, easy touch, which means less stress and tugging for your skin. When you use your finger, there is more pressure exerted on the skin, even if it feels minute to you. Cleansing our face regularly and ensure that we removed ALL makeup is very important to prevent wrinkles.
October 8th, 2008
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All of us are conscious about our looks to some or more extent. Our skin is a very important determinant of our looks. Since the skin’s repair processes are hard at work while we sleep, lack of it can actually worsen the look of our skin by intensifying dark circles and/or puffiness under the eyes. It can also lead to increased breakouts.
Our lifestyle now requires more work than rest but there are things we can do before bed to maximize the overnight skin-renewal process and help your skin look its best in the morning. The first thing we should all do is always remove makeup before bed since makeup, plus the dirt and grime that collect on skin during the day, increases the risk of clogged pores. Most of the time we are too exhausted to do a thorough removal, convenient pre-moistened cleansing cloths, such as Noxzema Wet Cleansing Cloths or ponds cold cream, can quickly–and easily–get the job done.
September 29th, 2008
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Here’s a quick and thrifty trick to try. Have two brushes and one palette of makeup with grey and black or blue shade. Wet one of the brushes and dip it in a small area of the eye shadow. Apply the grey shade first up to the arch of the eyes, as a base, and then follow it up using your dry brush on the other side portion of your shadow. Then do the same things for your eyelids using a black or blue shade to color them. Using this layering technique enables your eyeshadow look to last much longer than applying powder shadow alone. The last touch is to put liquid eyeliner just above your eyelashes so your eyes will look alive. And, as an added bonus, this technique intensifies the color of your make-up. Give it a try next time you have an all night party!
August 12th, 2008
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To get beautiful skin, you’re spoil for choice in terms of products. But if you want something other than manufactured cosmetics, natural home remedies can work wonders for your complexion. Here are a few of our favorite granny remedies.
Dry skin
Use rosebay willow herb to remove make-up
Throw a bunch of rosebay into a litre of boiling water. Once it’s cold, filter and mix a glass of the remains with 2 tablespoonfuls of fresh milk. Apply with a cotton pad to remove your make-up.
Oily skin
Purify with a mud lemon mask
Mix 2 tablespoonfuls of green mud, the juice of half a lemon, 2 drops of tea bark essential oil and 1 drop of citrus essential oil. Apply, avoiding the eye area, leave on for 15 minutes and rinse with tepid water.
Normal skin
Cleanse and refresh with a purifying cucumber mask
Peel and remove the seeds of half a cucumber, and mash. Add 2 tablespoonfuls of crème fraiche and 2 tablespoonfuls of flour. Apply the mask for 10 minutes, avoiding the eye area, and then rinse.