Beauty Quickie: That dry skin you are experiencing can literally boil down to one thing… water. Not so much as the bonded hydrogen and oxygen itself, but the temperature of the liquid-y goodness. Many know the long hailed beauty tip to never wash or shower in hot water but do not really know why that is the case. What happens to the skin when exposed to hot water?
Hot water wrecks havoc by stripping your skin of natural oils thus leaving it parched and dry. This is true whether rinsing hands, showering or even simply splashing your face. Moreover, going a step further during the winter season the air is particularly dry so then by tacking on the habit of hot water use you are in for a season of really dry skin. That is so not cute by any means, shape or form. So then, how can you prevent this from happening? Instead of using hot water opt to rinse with warm or cooler temp water instead.
If the above question comes to mind you may really need to ask yourself, how much do I really love my hair? Heat protectant does exactly as its name suggests by protecting strands from heat emitted from heat styling tools such as blow dryers, curlers as well as flat irons. Many ladies feel that skipping the process of applying a heat protectant is okay because of the long held thought that black hair is coarser than other textures; therefore, there is no need use one.
However, is that really wise thinking when it comes to haircare? Just because out of all the textures found throughout the world black hair seems to be the “toughest” this does not mean our hair is super-powered to withstand any damage. Black hair is susceptible and vulnerable to damage if not properly protected.
So then, in order to avoid heat styling damage that occurs when hair is exposed to heat always apply a heat protectant product. Not only do these products give protection, but they also optimize the performance of your heat styling tools! This means faster styling that is safe and will not affect the health of your hair.
To change your face shape you do not have to go consult with a plastic surgeon in regards to your options. All you need is a little makeup magic in the form of the technique known as “contouring.” By adding a darker shade to the skin in the right places your natural face shape can be safely altered. Remember as a rule of thumb that anything darker than your natural skin tone will make that particular area appear to recede and anything lighter will seem to be more prominent.
For those with a round face shape that would like to make their face appear more oval they will need to get used to the number three. One because it is three different areas that will need to be focused on when applying a darker shade but also because that numerical form is an exact outline to follow. Picture in your mind the number “3” as if it was placed over a face. Bronzer or any darker tint than your natural skin tone will need to placed along the temples, hollow of the cheeks as well as the chin.
Therefore, to make a round face shape appear more oval you will need to contour as if you were creating a “3” shape. How dark of a tint should be used when contouring? Aim for a shade that is 1-2 shades darker than your skin tone.
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Beauty Answer:We have said it once and we will say it again, don’t look at the brand or the fancy presentation; the real answers lie on the back of the packaging. Before purchasing any product always educate yourself with what is find inside a various product by perusing the ingredient list. There you will be able to look over the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to what you will be applying to your body on a regular basis.
When it comes to moisturizer and the same also holds true for lip balms avoid products containing petrolatum or mineral oil. These ingredients aid in trapping in moisture due to the occlusive barrier that they create on top of the skin. However, they do very little when it actually comes to skin penetration.
Skin that is already seriously dry or becoming parched needs ingredients that are going to seep in and really do some business. Look for products containing oil, hyaluronic acid as well as ceramindes which do not just rest on top, but penetrates skin giving it the real moisture it needs.
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Hair Quickie: The songs Burn Baby Burn or Hot In Herre shouldn’t come to mind when its time to dry your locks. A major cause of blow dryer hair damage is simply because many women dry their while it is too wet. Straight out the shower or sink hair needs to go from sopping wet to more manageable if damage control is what you are after. Therefore, how dry should tresses be before you whip out the dryer to do battle?
Hair should be around 60 percent dry before going in with a heated styling tool. Super wet hair takes longer to dry and prolonged exposure to heat ups the chances of damage likely occurring. Always protect strands by aiming to absorb as much moisture as possible with soft towel (cotton t-shirt if available) and by applying a heat protectant product.
Beauty Quickie: If you are the type of girl that likes to kill two birds with one stone (no animals were harmed in the writing of this post) then utilizing BB cream is definitely for you! BB creams are great for anyone who needs to speed up their beauty routines because you are able to moisturize and apply foundation all in one simple step. BB creams are easy to apply because they go on similarly to a regular face cream or lotion.
Believe it or not making your own BB cream at home is a piece of cake. BB Cream is literally just half foundation and half moisturizer. Therefore, mix equal parts of your favorite lotion as well as liquid foundation and you have your very own customized BB cream.
Bonus: If you enjoy rocking a more natural look BB creams give your skin a nice light, even coverage so that you look flawless minus the cake face factor.
We would like to welcome Deanna S. Reid back into the 1966 house as she introduces us to some more amazing fashions this time by Woman’s Touch Apparel. We had the amazing opportunity to interview Deanna and she spilled the deets on everything from photography to fashion. Enjoy and don’t forget to scroll to see more of her editorial look book.
1966: What was the inspiration or deciding factor that motivated you to enter the world of photography?
Deanna R.: My father bought me my first point and shoot camera when I was in middle school. I always snapped pictures with family and friends. In college, I bought my first professional camera and shot my best friend’s audition photos for America’s Next Top Model. From there I started learning the technical aspects of photography from other photographers and online tutorials.
1966: Have you always had a love or passion for taking photos?
Deanna R.: Photography has always been my passion but now it is my goal to pursue it. I’m at the point in my life where my passion for the work is undeniable. The urge to progress is constant.
1966: We absolutely love your fashion editorial pieces, are there any challenges to getting the perfect shot?
Deanna R.: The challenge is not finding the right shot. The challenge or rather the excitement is finding the connection to the subject that builds the momentum to the shots that we want. It’s a collaborative effort.
1966: We can’t get enough of the “Bad Gal” tee but what was your favorite fashion piece from the shoot?
Deanna R.: My favorite piece was the Bad Gal Crop Top Out of Africa Edition. The print is bold and fun!
1966: Lastly Deanna, if you could photograph any celebrity from now or the past, who would it be and why?
Deanna R.: Sorry I can’t choose one celebrity lol. I would do a collaborative shoot with Erykah Badu and Solange. They are beautiful women who embrace individuality and creativity in music and fashion.
Editorial Details:
All tops were provided by upcoming designer/stylist Jenesis Laforcarde (IG @lovejenesis) from Arizona.
December 8th can not get here fast enough, so until then we will just keep obsessing over a few of the sexy little details. Many have been sending us emails in regards to some of the gear the models were wearing the day the big show was recorded. Don’t worry ladies we got you and yes you can shop all those cute model looks from the show!
(Above: New! Classic Zip Hoodie)
Limited Edition Fashion Show Perfect V-Neck Tee
Now for this next bit of information, don’t shoot us we are just the messenger. Several gals asked about those insanely cute pink and white robes the Vickie dolls were wearing backstage. Although they are not apart of the official 2015 Fashion Show Gear lineup there are quite a few lingerie looks that resemble the robes flair. If you missed seeing photos of this year’s robe selection here are a few pics to get you up to speed:
NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 10: Lais Ribeiro is seen backstage before the 2015 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show at Lexington Avenue Armory on November 10, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Victoria’s Secret)
We scoured the Vickie site and the closest robe we could find to the supermodel show look is the Satin Kimono which retails for about $50.
Not bad if we may say so, plus come its Victoria’s Secret so no matter what you are going to look like the sexiest woman in the room!
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Trends come and go, but great style will always last forever. One area of fashion that should never be neglected is the use of accessories. Accessories are like the icing to a cake, the cherry on top of a perfect sundae. If you want your ensemble to be chic then indulge yourself in the little details.
This season, rocking geometric accessories is a must-do. From triangle necklaces to circular rings and cuffs, adding standout shapes to your jewelry routine will elevate any outfit.
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:
