Social media darling, Karen Civil has added a new beauty venture under her entrepreneur belt. Somehow the extremely busy lady found time to expand between book signings and hosting rallies with Hillary Clinton. Civil recently collaborated with Posh Collection on a new bold lip color. The Karen Civil KC Red lipstick by Posh Collection is simply fire!
In the market for a sassy new lip color? Then feast those eyes on KC Red! The tint is a highly pigmented color with long lasting wear. Nevertheless, if red is not quite your thing or a little “too much.” You will be happy to know that Posh Collection is slaying the beauty game with more than one stunning shade. On their site you will easily find a plethora of lipsticks that you are sure to fancy. Colors include:
Curious (HG), Flash Bulb (C), G-String (P), Girl Crush (C), Heavy Petal (C), Hip (P), Karen Civil (C), Love Hate (P), Midnight (C), Mozart (C), Night Moves (C), On the Rocks (C), Plateau (P), Right On (P), Sex on Heels (HG), Stripped (M)
Lipstick finishes have become as important as the tints themselves. Some us love matte (M) lipsticks while others want their lips to shine in all their glory. Posh collection lipstick offers the following finishes:
•(C) Creamy and smooth
•(P) Pearlized or frosted
•(H) Hi-gloss, super shiny, ultra lightweight
Beauty Tip: The Karen Civil KC Red Lipstick by Posh Collection is formulated to go on smooth but always help your lipstick out by prepping lips before application. Ensure dry, chapped lips are buffed smooth by gently exfoliating them with a toothbrush or washcloth. A smooth foundation enables a super smooth look!
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Lash extensions are an excellent way to cut down on time when creating your daily makeup look. After 6 snooze button clicks, 5 minutes of deciding if your job or education is important then realizing you now have 15 minutes left to get ready in the morning; anything that can help a sista out is truly heaven sent. With that said, imagine waking up every morning with lashes that make your eyes pop with a dazzling radiance which looks 100% natural. It’s no dream and many women are living it.
Lash extensions are becoming a major staple in the beauty world. Numerous salons are now offering the service as part of their beauty lineup. Nevertheless, it is always best to know ahead of time what to expect before having the procedure done. As a wise man once said, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.”
Lash Extensions Care Plus What to Expect
Roadrunner Don’t Play That: This process is not a speedy one. When getting lash extensions set aside at least an hour in your schedule. Your lash extensions professional will be adding in volume/length to your natural lash line literally one hair at a time. So be patient and get ready to just set back and relax for awhile.
Rub a Dub Dub: You are going to want to but you must learn to resist temptation. Rubbing on your peepers will only cause lashes to fall out quicker. To keep your awesome eyelash look longer you need to institute a hands off policy for yourself.
To Clean Or Not to Clean: Well of course you are going to have to wash your face at some point but its HOW you go about doing it that will be a little of a challenge. Since the lashes are held in place by glue you need to be extremely careful when it comes to having any type of moisture coming near your extensions. Cleansing towelettes can help to safely remove dirt or makeup near the lashes. Never pull or tug on them or you risk losing hairs.
You Need to Cut It: (Insert dance moves) On the real you may need to literally cut out certain makeup. Some makeup contains oils that can wreck havoc on your extensions. Oils and lash extensions do not mix! We will say that again… oils and lash extensions do not mix so avoid using eye makeup that is oil based. Such products will only encourage strands to slide right out of their place.
Sleep Like a G: If you normally wake up with your face firmly planted in your pillow you may need to make a few adjustments. Friction created by sliding your face along your big fluffy friend will actually be damaging to your lashes. Lash extensions can easily be pulled out so it is best to rest in a position where your lashes rarely come into contact with your bedding. Women have found success sleeping on their backs or on their side slightly on top of their hand in order to protect the extensions.
I Don’t Think You Ready For This Gel-y: Waterproof eye makeup is very tough remove, however, if eyeliner is a must then using gel liner would be a better option. Gels a little easier to remove but care is still needed in order to not disturb the extensions.
Get Low: As time goes by you will notice your once full set of lashes looking a little on the low side. The lashes will fall out so this means going in to get them replaced. How often will you need to go in to see a lash extension expert? Every lady is different and it will depend on how well you take care of them. Most women average around 3-4 weeks with 6 being the max.
Betta Have My Money: Lash extensions are not cheap but many salons offer a discount to first-timers. This is done of course to get a girl hooked so that she will continue to get them in the future. Right at the gate you are looking at least $100 or more depending on volume as well as style. More dramatic looks will cost you more money. Also, keep in mind the maintenance costs. To maintain your lovely lash look you will need to go in for refills just like you would for acrylic nails.
To get an idea of the process check out this short video:
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When you’re a supermodel you can wear just about anything including a paper bag and still look fabulously chic. Lucky for us Joan Smalls chose a different route than paper couture for this year’s CFDA Fashion Awards. From head-to-toe Joan Smalls hit the red carpet looking very voguish. Let’s break down her gorgeous CFDA OOTD shall we? First up let’s focus on Joan Smalls Estée Lauder red lip color!
Red lipstick is for the bold gal who doesn’t care about or mind being the center of attention. She’s the girl on the Gram that posts a selfie and proudly hashtags it “selfie queen.” In psychology the shade of rouge also denotes being sassy, alluring, romantic, seductive and magnetic. If you needed anymore reason to indulge in one of this season’s hottest trends, red lipstick, just think well heck if it’s good enough for a supermodel…why not?
Joan Smalls Estée Lauder red lip color was a nice pop of color that still perfectly harmonized with her overall ensemble. Her gown was a gorgeous but neutral shade, therefore, incorporating color would not cause a clash. What designer gown did Smalls decide to wear this year? Joan turned heads in a floor-length design by Givenchy.
Hair Notes: Social media has been at a standstill over Joan’s tresses. Some love her short hair look and some are passing on her fringed shoulder length bob. However, the fact that her hair got hair lovers talking in the first should still count for something. If a hairstyle grabs attention then in our style book it has served its purpose and well.
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She served and protected in the army, now 26-year-old stunner DeShauna Barber just served it at one of this year’s biggest pageant competitions! We just love the sound of Army officer DeShauna Barber wins Miss USA! Her back story is as mesmerizing as her big win. However, getting to the crown wasn’t just a piece of cake. The Miss USA 2016 competition was fierce, for all of this year’s hopefuls displayed grace, poise, talent and of course beauty.
As soon as news of army officer DeShauna Barber wins Miss USA began to circulate the congratulations started pouring and flooding in big time. CHI Haircare, who followed the pageant step-by-step not just on the Gram but also via Snapchat were among the first to congratulate Barber. They said,
“Congratulations to the new Miss USA DeShauna Barber from District of Columbia! Farouk Systems and CHI Haircare welcome you to the family!!!!”
Isn’t that sweet? CHI Haircare was behind the amazing hair seen during the competition. If you missed any backstage/insider hair tips they posted many on their Instagram. Nevertheless, DeShauna also received accolades from Diane and Company. The company was responsible for Barber’s gorgeous Juan Carlos Pinera formal gown look. Regarding DeShauna Barber winning Miss USA 2016 Diane and Company stated,
“So this just happened! We dressed Miss USA!!! Beyond proud to have been blessed to dress this beauty! [DeShauna Barber] YOU were a winner since day 1.”
Many had such kind words of congrats for DeShauna. However, it was her very own words that touched us the most. Just hours before the final phase of the pageant Barber released this statement,
“No matter what happens in 2.5 hours, I am thankful to have represented the District of Columbia and Military Service Women around the world on the Miss USA stage. The stereotype for Women in the Military is OFFICIALLY BROKEN. The stereotype for Pageant Women is OFFICIALLY BROKEN. *Drops mic.*”
Now that is some serious girl power! Breaking stereotypes is never easy, but someone always has to be the one to get the ball rolling. Congratulations on your win DeShauna Barber and by the way, the stereotype for black women is OFFICIALLY BROKEN.
DeShauna Barber Just Hours Before Becoming Miss USA 2016
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You probably read this feature’s headline, “Amber Rose Shows Off New Haircut,” and thought why is that such a big deal? Well, the gorgeous model normally rocks a hair look that can be summed up or described as rather… well, bald. Rose’s infamous platinum shaved hairdo has been inspiring many other hair brave women to follow in her fearless footsteps and do the big snip. We had become so accustomed to seeing Amber Rose with her super short hairstyle that we almost didn’t recognize her as of late.
Amber’s Infamous “Bald” Hairstyle
Let’s get some more details on the whole Amber Rose Shows Off New Haircut shall we? Amber was partying it up in hotlanta aka ATL aka Atlanta, Georgia when her new hair made its debut. Rose lived it up with a huge crowd and friends at the Gold Room. Moreover, her style was as fresh as her tresses. There was nothing mellow yellow about her attire! Rose wore an ensemble that showed off all her insanely stunning lady lumps. She wore a sunflower Gallagher dress by Jay Godfrey. She accompanied her sassy yellow dress with shoes by Aquazzura.
Going back to her hair (we digress LOL) Amber showcased another short hairstyle with a longer length. It still read fierce, it still was very edgy. However, is it bad that we prefer her bald look? It’s like when Halle Berry wears longer hair, don’t we all just wait it out till she goes back to her sexy crop cut? Some women just honestly do not need any hair on their heads and Halle as well as Rose are neck deep in that grouping.
Nevertheless, it was still a very beautiful look and it highlighted her stunning facial features. That is rule number one when thinking about going short dolls. Take into consideration your face shape and features when deciding on the perfect short hairstyle. Since once the locks are all gone there’s nothing left to hide behind. Short hair puts everything front and center.
In conclusion we loved Amber Rose’s new look. It’s always nice to change things up a bit. However, she kills the bald style like no other and we wouldn’t be mad if she went back to it.
Beauty Notes:Red lipstick is still a classic beauty look and immediately screams, “Yeah, I’m sexy and you know it, so take a picture it’ll last longer.” Maybe not in that order, but pretty darn close. Oh, and always line your lips to avoid the dreaded color bleed.
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Amber Rose With Kellon Deryck (The Man Who Slayed Her Hair)
If you could get beauty advice from a world renown supermodel, would you take it? Most likely every beauty-nista reading this would raise their hands in order to indicate a resounding yes. Tyra Banks has been slowly doling out beauty tidbits via her cosmetics line, Tyra Beauty. One product in particular that our beauty paws have fallen on is the Tyra Beauty B.I.G. Lashes Silk Extension System.
Want lashes that seem to pop right off of your fab Instagram page? Yeah, we thought that might perk things up a bit for ya. Banks has developed an eyelash system to help you achieve just that. How can the Tyra Beauty B.I.G Lashes Silk Extension System give a gal big results? In just four easy steps you can say no to falsies and yes to natural looking voluminous lashes. Here’s how to use the system:
Extend the Reach: Start by applying the B.I.G. Lashes Silk Extensions beginning mid-lash THEN work your way to the top of your eyelashes. Tyra Beauty highly recommends steering clear of the water line. Therefore, take heed beauties.
Wave it Like You Just Don’t Care: Wave those mascara wands! Apply an even coat of B.I.G. Lashes Extending Mascara to lock in the Silk Extensions. Begin at the base and work your way to the tips.
See You Layer: Continue to alternate between layering on silk extensions and mascara until you create your desired glam look.
Check Yo’self: Make sure your lashes are to your liking and keep in mind one last tip. Some dolls prefer to begin this entire process by applying the mascara first and then the silk extensions. Try out both and see which technique or order you love best.
If mascara is all you have time for in the mornings, Tyra does offer her B.I.G. Lashes Extending Mascara a la carte. For just $24 you can add Tyra Beauty mascara to your beauty bag. Or if you want to just go for the full Tyra Beauty B.I.G. Lashes Silk Extension System you can buy it here for $35.
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As they say, the camera never lies. Good or bad the lense is going to capture every single detail. Therefore, when you have cameras following you around 24/7 it’s imperative to always stay camera ready. Love and Hip Hop Atlanta star Tiara aka Tia Becca does not have this issue at all! Tia Becca has some of the most beautiful luminous skin seen within the industry. The camera absolutely loves her. How does she stay glowing and looking so fly?
Like many other celebrities, Tia Becca sticks to a skincare regimen. Consistency, avoiding damage and good products will help a gal look glamorous enough for her close up. Tia Becca is always very open to her fans and recently took time to show how she achieves her glow up on the daily. Her skincare must-haves came down to three basic elements:
Moisturizer
Water
Deep Cleansing
With the help of her Snapchat and other social media platforms Tia Becca shared a photograph displaying her very own beauty cocktail. The picture included La Mer products, Dasani water as well as a mask made by Peter Thomas. You may notice that Tia Becca had only included one water bottle in the pic. One bottle a day get her gorgeous, glowing skin? Maybe in a beauty/skincare fairy tale that might be the case. After one of her fans asked about her water intake, Tia revealed that she aims to drink nine of those water bottles a day.
Alright ladies so what did we learn today? Glowing skin is not just for the stunning stars we see regularly on TV. Getting your glow on is as simple as using a good moisturizer, drinking plenty of water and deep cleaning skin regularly.
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After nearly 20 years Miss Black Connecticut USA will be making its return to the state’s capital this September. The premier pageant for women of color, Miss Black Connecticut USA, is a division of the Miss Black USA pageantry system. Miss Black USA has awarded over $300,000 in scholarships to women of color.
Kade Henderson, Miss Black New York USA 2015 and the pageant’s curator for the Connecticut division says she is extremely excited and honored to be working in Connecticut’s community “It is great pleasure to pass my experience to the Sister Queens of Connecticut and cultivate with a community in which I come from to encourage positive self-esteem, promote scholastic achievement, healthy living, and community involvement to empower women of color” says the entrepreneur and businesswoman.
Kate Henderson
The reintroduction of the Miss Black Connecticut USA pageant is one more milestone in the pageant’s prestigious legacy and history. 1,000’s of women of color from all 50 states have had the opportunity to participate and compete for their reign as Miss Black USA in DC in addition to Africa. Miss Black USA contestants and winners come from all walks of life ranging from personalities, students, doctors, lawyers and successful business leaders. In 2007 over 80% of contestants were pursuing graduate or professional degrees while also competing for the crown. Last year, Madison Gibbs was crowned Miss Black USA 2015 in Washington D.C. The Howard University Law student has had the opportunity to travel the globe speaking on mental health, heart disease and women’s empowerment partnering with PBS and The Heart Truth out of others.
The Miss Black USA Pageant and Scholarship Foundation, Inc is a Nonprofit Corporation in the state of Maryland, founded in 1986 by Karen Arrington. “Creating Miss Black USA was a way to smash the negative stereotypes and images portrayed of African American Women in mainstream media” says Arrington.
Currently, submissions are being accepted for a Miss and Talented Teen segments of Miss Black Connecticut USA to claim the state crown of Connecticut. State winners will experience a year of beauty, brains, and benevolence and receives a cash prize, scholarship, personal stylist, pageant coach, talent coach, and a modeling spread out of many other perks.
The Connecticut State Pageant is scheduled to take place September 15-19 in Hartford, Connecticut and is looking for contestants to apply.
For Pageant details including Sponsorship, Vending or Working Opportunities contact Kade Henderson at kade@missblackconnecticutusa.com
For Press/Media inquiries including interview requests please contact FETE|PR at info@fetepr.com
We cannot feel our faces over this beauty news, but like The Weeknd, we like it! Anastasia, the queen of the brow formation and duchess of the contour is about to release a product that will once more change the face (pun intended) of the makeup game. What is she up to now to help us look all pretty? She is dropping Anastasia of Beverly Hills Stick Foundations!
Just hours ago a teaser photo was released showing four gorgeous models on set shooting the ad campaign for the Anastasia of Beverly Hills Stick Foundations. Now get this… all four models were women of color! This marks a major beauty first. Anastasia of Beverly Hills is one of the first major cosmetics brands to release a new product starting with dark skin tones. Other lighter tones will be released but at a later time.
For years, the shortage of foundation colors for darker skinned women have often been overlooked by big name cosmetics. However, in more recent times a mind shift is occurring in the beauty industry. Thanks to efforts of supermodel Iman as well as black cosmetics companies such as Fashion Fair some options have been made available. Nevertheless, when you can count on one hand the number of brands offering deep, rich shades it shows that much improvement can still be achieved. Leaving out black girls and women from the makeup picture, cuts out a huge chunk of profits. However, now it seems that more companies are aiming to place their hands in the dark makeup pot.
We are excited to see a brand like ABH cater to all skin tones. The Anastasia of Beverly Hills Stick Foundations will begin with four shades: Walnut, Amber, Almond and Cocoa. See them all below!
From left to right the shades are: Walnut, Amber, Almond and Cocoa
Beautiful right? Trust us you are going to want to get your hands on these sticks. This is the era of photoshop and filters. However, with these cream foundations you won’t need them or a beauty lamp to look Gram worthy. Just so you can see the true to color results of the Anastasia of Beverly Hills Stick Foundations check out this unedited, unretouched behind-the-scenes shot:
The ad campaign for the Anastasia of Beverly Hills Stick Foundations was lensed by Marcel Cantu. Makeup was beat by Keita Moore aka KilPrity if you follow on Snapchat. Hair was fried, dyed and laid to the side by Marcia Hamilton. Get excited for these new gorgeous shades! They will be available for purchase this August.
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We’re living in a world where we buy one thing and two seconds later it’s yesterday’s news. From our smartphones to our Jimmy Choos, everything seems to come packaged with an end of cool date. The beauty world is no exception to the expiration rule. Beauty trends come and go, but one trend that we are proud to say made it another year in the realm of fabulosity is one that is actually quite a lifesaver too. The 2016 Beauty Trend that is a girl’s best friend and a nail color classic is nude nails.
Nude nails are like the equivalent of the black heel, it will basically go with everything. No guesswork, no fretting and absolutely no fear of the dreaded discoloration often connected and associated with darker nail tints.
Nude Nails- Get The Look
There are several nude nails shades on the market but these are two of our personal favorites. We tested both and two coats are all you need to look like you went and treated yourself to a salon mani! Shhh! We’ll never tell…
ESSIE Spring 2016 Collection “High Class Affair”
ORLY “Pure Porcelain”
Cool Factor: Nude nails just a tad too much of, how do we say, a bore? Welp, you would not be alone. Many shy away from the tint due to its very conservative vibe. Nevertheless, don’t be afraid to add some embellishments in order to take things up a notch.
We are still reminiscing of the nail look we spotted for the Lie Sangbong Spring/Summer 2016 Collection. Nails were given a textured effect. You can get the same look by applying a coat of your favorite creamy/neutral nail polish to clean and filed nails. Then apply two coats of a textured topping such as Jinsoon x Barney’s Sahara Topping. Finish things off will a coat of glossy topcoat and you’ll be the belle of the nail art ball.
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