Beauty Quickie: Like an artist, when it comes to makeup you are only as good as your tools. Therefore, investing in a very good set of brushes will automatically do wonders for achieving a great makeup look. However, many gals don’t know what brushes they need to add to their makeup arsenal. Here is a quick cheat sheet of 8 brushes you need to cop in order to achieve the perfect makeup look:
Not going to lie this one kind of gives us the creeps, but many experts in the beauty industry are swearing by it. In a world where the fountain of youth seems to be elusive men and women are willing to try some pretty interesting tactics in order to remain looking young and fresh. Therefore, what is one of the newest natural remedies to hit the scene?
In the far east, snail facials are quickly becoming the hot treatment to book at a spa ASAP. In theory such a facial can do wonders for scars, burns, acne, stretch marks and gasp… aging! Some have even reported softer as well as firmer skin as a result of repeated visits.
If you are looking for a quick fix then this may not be the procedure for you because those who have enjoyed a snail facial report that results were seen gradually. So then, even though the benefits are not immediate if you are a patient sleeping beauty then you may just be awakened to gorgeous skin before you know it. However, how exactly can these snails produce so many benefits?
According to dermatologists when under stress snails exude a fluid that can plump, repair and rejuvenate skin. The slime produced by snails contains beneficial antioxidants and nutrients that get to work when applied to the skin. So if you are brave enough to let this tiny creatures slither across your face the benefits will all be yours.
What will it be like to sit through a snail facial? Of course, you will still get to enjoy being pampered with rubs and creams the snails will then be applied to have their way with your face. You will feel them tickle your lips, slither over your eyebrows and take a stroll over your cheeks. Also, let us not forget their thousands of teeth that may feel like slight scratching, we are guessing exfoliation maybe? Nevertheless, if you open up your eyes you will even be treated to a view of said snails with their waving attennae eyes.
If you want a real insider view of the facial check out the following video:
Hair Quickie: All hair is not created equal therefore you can not expect a particular hair technique to fit all either. For instance, just like texture black women have varying levels of thickness when it comes to their strands. Women with what is considered “thin” hair have often been told to only condition the ends of their tresses. This being because it was believed that ends tend to be drier thus needing more attention. Moreover, another reason is because the weight of the conditioner was thought to be too heavy and could weigh down the hair.
Nevertheless, the truth is that fine locks are very fragile and need the support of conditioner in order to avoid damage. Water only makes thinner hair more prone to breakage because hair can stretch up to 30% in length. Applying conditioner not just on the ends of strands but at the roots will help add moisture and give limp hair extra strength. If you are still afraid of product weighing your thin hair down too much stick to a light conditioner inside of a thicker cream or formula.
Vh1’s Love & Hip Hop Yandy Smith became Mielle Organics’ first celebrity brand ambassador making an announcement via social media after months of trying the products and naming them her “#ProductCrush” via Instagram. Over the course of two months, Smith tried several of the products and chronicled how her hair improved. One of the key improvements Smith mentions is her edges growing back due to the company’s Mint Almond Oil and Babassu Oil and Mint Deep Conditioner.
The reality TV star and the Mielle Organics’ CEO and Founder Monique Rodriguez met after Smith tried the products and gave an impromptu mention via social media. Rodriguez says, “I chose Yandy as an ambassador because she is going through a natural hair journey and she exudes the Mielle Organics’ mission to Empower, Excite and Educate.” Rodriguez went on to say that Smith’s love for natural products made her a perfect ambassador to promote the Go Green lifestyle, which promotes people to be conscious about the products they consume as well as what their skin absorbs. Smith who often wears protective styles due to a rigorous and demanding filming schedule understands the importance of keeping her natural hair healthy and says it’s even more important for her to make sure she is using healthy products as a nursing mother.
Rodriguez, a Chicago native and former nurse launched the Mielle Organics ‘Go Green‘ campaign in October of 2014. Since then, it has created a huge following of women who are becoming more conscious about the importance of using healthier products in their beauty and hair regimen. The company’s blog The Mielle Life further promotes the natural hair journey by highlighting the background on ingredients, style tutorials, trends and tips for women and children to keep their hair and bodies healthy.
Smith will host a Mielle Organics’ event celebrating her as their first celebrity brand ambassador at Deuces & The Diamond on November 14, 2015 in Chicago, IL.
About Mielle Organics
Mielle Organics is a new and extremely popular all natural and organic hair products line for adults and children. Launched in May 2014, the company has over 140,000 customers in 87 countries. After mere months in the natural hair care industry and achieving over $1.5 Million dollars in sales, Mielle Organics is widely recognized for its results-driven products and excellent customer service.
The company wholeheartedly believes that what is consumed by the body is displayed in outward appearances. They promote natural, organic ingredients, and are proud to exclusively use natural products derived from rooted plant oils and natural herbs. The products are paraben free, no harsh chemicals and no harmful preservatives; everything is made from love and nature and is not tested on animals.
This year we have witnessed eyebrows being “on fleek,” beat faces and natural makeup that includes mile long lashes. Eyelashes are having their day and have become a staple in today’s hottest beauty looks. Moreover, we can’t stress enough that girls are working hard to get batty lashes by any means.
Who would have ever foresaw Eyelash Extension Technician as being a lucrative career move? Well, more salons as well as spas are taking to the eyelash trend and adding the service among other highly sought after beauty services such as waxing and nail design. Nevertheless, when there is demand you can be sure that brands are going to add in their two beauty cents in order to help us ladies achieve the looks we desire.
L’Oreal cosmetics continues to innovate the way beauty products function and have designed a super cool 2-in-1 combo mascara. L’Oreal’s Voluminous Superstar Mascara is the brand’s first primer and mascara product. First, prime lashes with a formula that will bring the drama to the yard on every single lash by adding thickness while creating a nice smooth base for the mascara to do its thing and really shine.
The mascara is a black fiber rich formula that will lengthen and extend lashes to new heights. It is like having your own eyelash extension artist in your makeup bag or handbag. Get your hands on this mascara retailing for $10.99 on-line or in stores.
Everything about this new fragrance from Victoria’s Secret is making us want to walk up to a Vickie’s cashier and yell, “Just take our money!” From the lovely bling bling presentation to the the rich citrus notes this fragrance would truly make any girl feel like a bombshell! Let’s take a quick tour of this luxurious perfume starting from the outside working our way inside.
First off, a round of applause for the Victoria’s Secret design team when it came to Bombshell’s creative and decadent look. The bottle boast an elaborate display of Swarovski crystals that immediately ooze old Hollywood glamour. Think of the old starlets who sat before their vanity mirrors giving themselves a quick spritz before walking onto set or meeting adoring fans. Oh yeah babes, can’t you just feel the allure!
Moreover, your $250 fragrance comes in a fancy black lacquered box that possesses a key just in case you want to lock away your valuable scented friend in crime. We love the touch of the lock box because it just adds to the limited edition feel. This is not your ordinary perfume, you are going to want to treat this one like the treasure it is and then some.
Besides, a great design the scent itself is a combination of florals and fruits that will make you feel like the good but bad girl (insert devil emoticon). The Victoria’s Secret Bombshell Luxe Eau de Parfum contains notes of purple passion fruit, shangri-la peony and vanilla orchid. So then, all and all you can not lose with this fragrance it is definitely one bangin’, sexy perfume for the winter.
In all honesty, this week should have a holiday named after hip hop artist Drake, because who of us did not watch hours upon hours (at work and at home LOL) of #DrakeAlwaysOnBeat remixed videos? Drake released the dancing, multi-colored set music video for his single Hotline Bling that took off like a wildfire on social media within minutes. Now Drake is ending the week in the news again but this time it isn’t music related.
Drake along with actor Jake Gyllenhaal are apart of Tom Ford’s second installment of lip colors that fall within his Lips & Boys collection. This line of lip shades in the end will encompass 50 lip tints all related to men that are connected to Tom Ford in some way, shape or form. Therefore, what is the degree of separation between designer Tom Ford and Drake?
You may recall that Drake’s song Tuscan Leather aptly named after Tom Ford’s popular fragrance where he specifically names Tom Ford. Can’t quite remember the single? Check out this performance to get a quick shot of memory lane.
Got it now? We thought you would and besides the single Drake also wore accessories from the Tom Ford collection for a GQ magazine spread back in 2012. So then, I guess you could say that Tom and Drake both respect each other’s artistry.
Drakes lip shade for the Tom Ford Lips & Boys Collection will be a gorgeous deep Burgundy tint. As deep as his lyrics go at times we think this is the perfect shade to fit mister Champagnepapi! The new colors will retail for $52 and will be available come Black Friday.
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For a little over a year I hunted in the wild aka the beauty supply store and searched for the perfect metallic nail lacquer. I had seen a chrome steel look on Tumblr and I just had to recreate it, only problem is most silvery nail polishes fall way short of the dream. I’ve bought products in the past only to begin painting with a color that was either too thin in formula thus needing excessive layering or once applied noticing it is nothing more than a clear polish with specks of glitter.
Therefore, was I now doomed to walk the earth without ever locating a nail product worthy of giving me a strong metallic design? I almost thought that until I came across a tint from the Morgan Taylor collection. I took one look at Chain Reaction and my eyes popped out like I was a Disney Goofy character. I did my best to control my excitement just so I could give Morgan Taylor’s shade a closer examination. Of course, before purchasing I reviewed the swatches and by the look of things the polish seemed as though it would dry with a nice subtle yet luminous finish.
So then, I thought why not, I’ve given so many other products a shot. Boy was I shocked over not just the finished look but the small amount of formula needed to achieve it. Two thin coats per nail was all that was necessary and as with most glittery nail polishes Chain Reaction dried quickly! Here is a video of a few more reasons why Morgan Taylor Chain Reaction is a winner.
The eyes shout what the lips fear to say… William Henry It’s so true that the eyes are important when you really are trying to connect with someone for the first time, doing all you …
There is not one Instagram famous lady who doesn’t know her way around a tube a glue and a pair of falsies. False eyelashes have definitely come more in vogue due to the birth of the selfie, yet applying as well as getting them to stay in their lane can be a bit tricky. If you would rather avoid looking like a distant cousin of Cruella Deville, here are the 3 most important tips you should keep in mind when applying those falsies!
The Right Fit- Like a pair of jeans if the fit isn’t right you are in for one uncomfortable ride. Always make sure before gluing that the lash strip fits your lash line. Everyone has different eye shapes and lashes right out of the packaging will not always be the correct length. Therefore, it is essential to trim lashes to ensure that the strip does not extend past the outer corners of the lash line.
Wet is bad, Dry is Good- One of the main reasons that falsies come off is because they were applied to lids that were not clean surfaces. This means that concealer and shadow can not be in the way either. Such products can create a barrier between lash strips and the skin causing the adhesive to not work its magic thus making the strips lift. Always ensure that skin is completely dry or free of products that may get in the way of the glue being able to attach the lashes properly.
Less is More- It may be tempting to use more adhesive thinking that more product will equal more strength and staying power, but do not be fooled. Your face is not a 3rd grade science project and all that excess adhesive will most likely look like one big excessive mess. Always dab on a thin layer of glue beginning with the inner corner that will rest the closest to your nose. If you tend to add too much glue when you are free-handing it with the tube of glue, try applying adhesive to the lash strip using a Q-tip. The cotton swab will help to prevent too much adhesive from being applied to the falsies.
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