Weekend Scrub !

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Matching lips and tips!

Coordinating your lips and nails is all the rage this season, but don't think this trend is something new as most trends are just revamps from the past. You can choose to wear your orange lips with yellow nails or your red lips coordinated with your red nails which is so hot at the moment. If you want to see the inspiration from which designers draw from to set the tone of fashion and makeup check out this blast from the past which depicts the trends that are happening now.


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After the break check out what was a "must" then and now. Loving it!


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What will they think of next!

The Hollywood Quick Way

$2.00 @ Etsy.com

Having trouble recreating that old Hollywood glam look, look no farther as we have the lipstick applicator which helps to give you that defined look. Honestly I had to take a second look just to make sure that I was seeing correctly. For only two bucks you will become the owner of the metal applicator with its instruction manual which details step by step of getting the perfect lip. Here's a quick run down of the steps.

1. Completely cover the inside surface of the metal applicator with your lipstick
2. Smooth out the lipstick evenly.
3. lips should be dried and powdered. Part lips and draw them back on as you would when applying your lipstick.
4. Start by pressing your lips into the applicator. Remember the cupids bow can be redrawn for more definition after the application.
5. As you press in your lips it allows the lipstick to become more worn on the lips.
6. Ta daaa you have glamorous lips.

Hope you enjoyed something out of the ordinary. I wonder what will they think of next.

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Ginnifer Goodwin - Style Star!

Edgy!

The other day while watching the "Regis and Kelly Show" they had Ginnifer Goodwin as a guest and I fell in love with her whole look and wanted to share it with you. 
I absolutely adore Ginnifer Goodwin's total look from her pixie cut which can easily be edgy or more  refined on any given day. In this look Ginnifer keeps it fresh using pink tones which work wonderful for her porcelain skin. She keeps it current with liner which draws attention to her eyes, paying careful attention to accentuate her bottom lashes while keeping her lower lash line liner free. A great fresh tip is to use brown liner or shadow on the bottom for a more open eye look. 


See another great look by Ginnifer after the break


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Keeping it Green !

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It's always great to have the knowledge of how to inject a bit of "green" into our routine. So if you are int he mood and want to know how to "keep it green" here are some great tips to get you going.


Baking soda: Mix a pinch into your face wash or soap and scrub away. It's quite gentle and leaves my skin feeling great. 
Coconut oil: Keep a container of this wonderful oil in the shower, rubbing it into your damp skin, it is like a tropical vacation, it reminds me of country Jamaica!
Essential oils: Instead of using synthetic fragrances, try using a dab of lavender oil on pulse points on your wrists. So yummy!
Sugar + olive oil: Mix together equal parts sugar and olive oil for a natural body scrub.
Tea tree oil:For a breakout and blemish just dab some tea tree oil on a cotton ball with witch hazel and zap those breakouts.
Vinegar: Use a tablespoon of vinegar to your hair then rinse it to cut through any residue and it will leave it shiny and healthy. 


Have fun keeping it green today!




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Naked Makeup!

If you are loving the nude look this fall, may I recommend a great palette from Urban Decay called "Naked". It is all about keeping the eyes neutral, your blush powder which mimics your natural undertone when your are blushing. For your pout, you can take a cue from the natural color on your lips to find the right lipstick or gloss to give you a finished look. Let's not forget to groom our brows, for a nude look it is ok to have well defined standout brows as they frame the face.


Naked by Urban Decay

Naked by Urban Decay $48

This great palette by Urban Decay got great reviews, you get ten shades ranging from matte to shimmery shades. You can choose to go extremely neutral or play up your undertones by using warmer shades with a hint of shimmer for a pop. Have fun using this naked makeup!

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Tight lining your lashes!

The eyes are the windows to the soul and the lashes are the curtains that help to reveal them. For me one can never get enough tips period, especially when it comes to lashes. We all strive to get them just right. I across this great video called "tight lining" which I felt was very helpful, check it out! BTW all you need is your flat liner brush, gel liner and your lash curler. Enjoy!




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Vintage - Jean Harlow!

Is it just me or don't you agree that the women back in the day were just so glamorous from their well defined spiral curls down to their perfectly lined lips. I thought we could take a look at Jean Harlow's beaut regimen to see if we could learn a thing or two to enhance our makeup game.


This is just a breakdown of Jean Harlow's beauty regimen. Enjoy!!

• For her brows Jean used a finely pointed eye brow pencil. If you noticed she sported a high brow which at the time was felt enlarged the eye.
• When it came to lips Jean used a red cream rouge blended seamlessly carrying the color well inside the lip to prevent a break in tone.As we can see it is all in the details.
• Powder is used all the way down to the neck - I guess this is to ensure that there is no break in tone. Also special attention was paid to the nose.
• Hair - she sets her hair with water and vinegar. Vinegar is known to give your hair an extra lift in the shine department.

I hope you learned a thing or two from Jean Harlow. It all comes down to blending and continuing the illusion of the makeup which helps it to look flawless.

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Out of the Ordinary Beauty!

Some of the greatest inventions are those that are outside of the box. The same goes when it comes to beauty as there are many out of the ordinary things we can do to enhance our makeup experience. So if you love the idea of stepping outside of the norm take a peek at some of these out of the ordinary beauty solutions that I am sure will work for you.


Wild unruly brows - Discipline them with eye cream.
Use your eye cream and pat them into to your brows which keeps the tame and hydrated. It aslo helps to banish those icky white specks which escalate with cooler weather.


Stubborn Lipstick -  Makeup remover to the rescue.
If you're experiencing difficulty removing the remnants of your lipstick just dap a cotton ball or q tip in some makeup remover and your lips will thank you.


Mushy Eyeliner - Freeze it!
If your eyeliner starts to crumble as you are lining a quick fix is to put your eyeliner in the freezer to get it liner worthy.


Splotchy Face - Get some tea bag.
If your skin is sensitive or just looking irritated and puffy for some reason, steep a bag of green tea for a minute or two, let it cool down, and dab it over your face. The antioxidants in the tea take down inflammation.


More out of the ordinary tips coming up!


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Handy Beauty Tips

If you have a bit of shine Starbucks will help!

How many times have you visited Starbucks to purchase your favorite drink and glanced at their logo embossed napkins. Well hopefully as of today you will not only glance at them, you will pick them up in case you need to blot the shine from your face. I have heard that it works better than most blotting papers. So try some today and let us know if it is true what they say.

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Love Your Hands!

We use our hands as a means of expression whether it is to touch someone or to gesture even without thinking. It is only right that one of the most useful parts of our body be taken care of with daily moisturizing. If you happen to run out of moisturizer just remember you can improvise by utilizing products in your home. Check out this great video demonstrating how olive oil can be used as a great moisturizer. Watch!





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Eco Friendly Tooth Whitener!

Did you know that there are quite a number of natural ways to whiten your teeth? A great inexpensive teeth whitener can be found in your home just get a mix of lemon juice and some salt solution. This works wonders in whitening your teeth without all the chemicals - isn't that great?


How to:
To whiten with lemon and salt, just stir up a solution of 75 percent lemon juice and 25 percent salt. Mix it together and you have your own natural teeth whitener.


Some Tips to Keep in Mind:

If you are on a low sodium diet be careful not to swallow the solution. If you have sensitive teeth this rinse may be too strong for you.


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How to Fix your Broken Makeup!

Imagine how painful it feels to know that your favorite eye shadow that you just shelled out money for accidentally falls and breaks. Life happens I guess. However there is a remedy for these messy makeup situations, no longer do you have to throw it in the garbage, it can be fixed with just a spoon and some alcohol.


Alcohol

Try to get the highest grade of alcohol 91 -99.9% is good. You are to then slowly start adding the alcohol to the broken cosmetic careful not to overdo it. Once the makeup is all pasty, use your spoon to flatten it out in the container so it has no lumps or bumps. Always remember this fixer upper if you ever encounter a makeup disaster.


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10 Transforming Tricks!

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Homemade Brush Cleaner!

This is a great recipe if you love to make your own brush cleaner.It's cheaper to use products you have in your home than purchasing store bought solutions.

1 cup distilled water

1/4 cup alcohol (70% or 90%)

1/2 tablespoon dishwashing liquid (I prefer ones with moisturizer)

1/2 tablespoon shampoo ( I use baby shampoo)

1 tablespoon leave-on conditioner (I actually added a bit more to the solution)

Mix all ingredients in a bowl, carefully stirring to avoid forming suds. And then transfer the solution to an atomizer and voila! 

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Supermodel Tid Bits!

Miranda Kerr

Supermodel Beauty Tips

• Super model beauty tips stress on the proper use of foundation. And the secret to it is to find one that is the closest to your natural skin tone. A lighter shade will give you an ashen look while a darker one will make you look painted.
• Use Vaseline Intensive Care lotion for dark under eye circles -( let me know how that works for you)
• Preparation H works great for puffiness around the eyes -( I can vouch for this)
• Super model beauty tips insist on the lip liner to give a definite shape to the lips
• Ever wondered how those reed-thin super models get those awesome cleavages without push-up bras? The secret is tape, pulled tightly around the body just below the chest.
• Super model beauty tips advise on the use of Epsom salts to soften the skin and also as an exfoliating agent. Fine Epsom Salt mixed with your cleanser will wipe away all traces of make-up and when added to your conditioner and warmed, gives that extra bounce and volume to limp hair.

Enjoy bringing out the Supermodel in You!

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Photo Shop Expose`

This insightful video reveals how images are enhanced to appeal to the masses. Most of the images present in magazines, billboards etc are mostly enhanced. Take a quick peek at this vid. Tweet

Making your Mark on Your Brushes!

Putting your own personal signature on your makeup brushes not only jazzes it up it also can prevent your brushes from being mixed up and misplaced in another person's kit. There are many ways you can label your brushes, you can dip the ends in nail polish then sealing it in with a clear nail gloss for a custom look. If you want you can put your initials on the handle as a way of making your own personal statement.


See how your nail polish can come in handy to create your own signature brushes after the break.

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