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Hey! Happy Hanukkah and then some! I'm putting together a 2010 Holiday Style Guide and think that starting with LUSH cosmetics is a great idea. The products are all hand made and come minimally packaged to keep things friendly for Earth. Enjoy the holiday gift idea below!
*** There’s no need to “deck the halls” when you can have way more fun with these bath bombs! This festive hatbox is filled with a special assortment of bath bombs that will keep you going all eight days of Hanukkah.
Reminiscent of the glowing menorah light, Cinders Bath Bomb is a soothing soaker for seasonal chills. Prepare yourself for intense Dreidel matches with Avobath Bath Bomb, which has a zingy lemongrass scent to keep you spinning all night long. Toss in our limited-edition peppermint Magic Bath Bomb for extra luck racking in those shekels. Finish the holiday off with a So White Bath Bomb, which has an uplifting apple scent to keep everyone’s spirits up even when the candles have burnt out.
Best of all, at only $19.95 this gift is “gelt”-free!
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PURPLE IS PERFECT FOR FALL! This Fall, you can’t go wrong with a purple hue. Day or night, purple shades will add a sophisticated, yet provocative vibe to any outfit:
Be bold and chic with a dark, plum-like shade to add a sense of sophistication... Get glam with a metallic version to make your skintone and outfit POP!
For an in-between look, opt for a more muted, grayish-purple tone which can be worn anytime, anywhere!
There are so many ways that you can affordably dress up your wardrobe and any outfit by including a new trendy nail polish color.
Enjoy!
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Wet'n'Wild makes great, affordable nail polishes so that when the seasons change you can easily change your polish color to fit the new styles and save some money too! I'm holding four new shades and all can be found at your local drugstore, the Walmart or Target stores. The new brush design makes painting the nail and keeping the cuticle clean even easier. So go get some!
Remember to come visit me at the Arizona Bridal Expo
on Sunday in Scottsdale at the Chaparral Resort & Suites
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Happy Friday! Thank God it's Friday! Fall 2010 beauty trend is all about bangs and for those of us who are not about to cut our bangs only to find out four weeks later that we need a trim or to grow them out again; read on about how to snap some in!
The photo shows me wearing the bangs and also as a goatee!
Kymaro makes so many beauty products that are perfect for a busy gal! You can see more of their line of products at www.ubuyez.com
Like any other wig or hair piece there are two small clips that pop open a few comb teeth that you fasten to your hair and then pop close.
It's super easy and holds on thin hair too! My hair is thin and I had no problem holding the bangs in place while I wore them through a busy day!
I did also snap them on my toddler and though he thought it was funny looking, it didn't hurt or pull his hair. Good to know-these bangs are kid tested and approved.
Below is a short how to video to see the pop on and pop off action of the Kymaro bangs.
I'm wearing the Espresso color in the photos and the Chestnut shade is up for grabs.
If you want the Kymaro bangs, subscribe to the blog and YouTube channel. One lucky Chestnut ( or not!) colored hair person ( open to gals and guys!) shall score some simple Fall 2010 beauty trend!
p.s. Did anyone see Naomi Campbell on Oprah yesterday? I kind of feel like these bangs look like the wig/weave she is wearing on the show. Either way, I'm liking them! Remember: you are beautiful! Thank you for visiting the blog and check back for promotions and beauty giveaways!
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Hello friends! Hey there is a short press release below for my friends and fams in the New York area that can attend some fashion week events-enjoy it! I apologize for the short post but I'm wiped out from the massive Mancub party 'palooza we did at the waterpark. Too much sun I say!
Stay tuned for tomorrow's video-you don't want to miss this short, simple beauty secret!
Also-get your comments in to win the Hey Dude! skincare set! 7 days left... *** YOUNGBLOOD MINERAL COSMETICS EXCLUSIVE MAKEUP SPONSOR AT THE GREENSHOWS NEW YORK FASHION WEEK
NEW YORK, NY (September 2, 2010) — Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics has joined The GreenShows as its exclusive makeup sponsor during New York Fashion Week. This premiere fashion event spotlights notable eco-conscious designers, and will be held September 12-14, 2010 at the Metropolitan Pavilion (123 W. 18th St.).
Youngblood, a mineral-based brand known for its luxurious, gentle formulas, and popular for its superior coverage and performance in high-definition environments, has been developing its products since 1996. “We were asked to do the makeup for other designers during Fashion Week, and we chose to partner exclusively with The GreenShows for our shared beliefs of caring for the environment,” said Pauline Youngblood Soli, President and founder of her namesake company. Youngblood products are proudly made in the U.S.A. and are never tested on animals. The majority of the sleek packaging is made of recyclable material, while cartons are printed on Forest Stewardship Council-certified stock with soy ink.
Youngblood will assemble a team of five makeup artists, including The Makeup Showʼs Director of Education and Artist Relations James Vincent, to work with the showʼs nine designers to create a variety of looks for the models. The teamʼs makeup kits will be brimming with Youngbloodʼs key products including Mineral Primer, Natural Mineral Foundation, Hi-Definition Hydrating Mineral Perfecting Powder, Minerals in the Mist, Pressed Individual Eyeshadow, Outrageous Lashes Mineral Lengthening Mascara and Lipstick.
“Eco Fashion Week is an opportunity for us to show the fashion world that natural, healthy makeup can look stylish,” Pauline said
p.s. I still can hardly believe Oprah is going off the air this year. The final season startsi n 6 days. She gave us Dr. Oz and Dr. Phil-can you believe that? Today she has show on child brides in the United States. Hmmm... Remember: you are beautiful! Thank you for visiting the blog and check back for promotions and beauty giveaways! Remember: you are beautiful! Thank you for visiting the blog and check back for promotions and beauty giveaways!
Pro stylists are very particular about which blow dryers, brushes, flat irons, etc. they use. Check out this roundup of the hairstyling tools they recommend, so that you can get your best hair -- ever.
Happy Labor Day to you! I made this earlier in the week and posted for today because right now, I'm guessing me and my Mancub are out at the waterpark workin' on a sunburn! Somehow, even though we are slathered in sunscreen, all the waterplay and running amok wears through the protection! It's our last trip for the season so we are planning to party hard! Slurpees all around!
Now below is a fun and easy Rosie the Riveter look for Labor Day. Enjoy! First I put my hair in hot rollers to get some volume going and yes, it's already been sprayed with heat protectant/conditioning setting spray
Skin wise: I've got serum, sunscreen loaded day moisturizer and eyecreme on
What you see in that tub are all the products that I am using to get the look ready and a full list of what's in there is below the video!
Now in this photo I have taken the hot rollers out and I just fingered combed them loose and hosed them down with a light coat of L'Oreal Elnet. Oh yeah baby, that gold can from the Walmarts is worth every single penny of it's $14!
I am also using the yellow and green concealers plus foundation sfrom Koh Gen Do liquid minerals makeup line.
It gives a good amount of coverage and seems to be wearing well under the extreme Arizona heat!
Next up in the process is to demonstrate the Fall 2010 beauty trend of extreme winged eyeliner.
Please notice the large flat brush that I am using because that is the secret to creating this look easily. The brush should be synthetic so it can get wet and about the width of your index finger, say 1/4 inch? The quad is a Dior quad and it's the medium blue with a purple base that I am using with a wet brush.
The stroke of the eyeliner should be from one pinky width past the end of your eyelashes and be drawn from the outside of the eye in towards the nose. It's easy, just practice! Using the larger flat brush draws a thicker smoother line versus using a pencil or wee small eyeliner brush.
Next I add eyebrows! Drawn thin for the Rosie the Riveter time period in which the makeup look is designed after.
Remember when doing brows: draw from the center of the arch to the end of the brow, then the nose to the arch-easy! While the eyeliner dries and my brows set I am applying a light coat of sheer pink to the round apple portion of my cheek. Simply load your brush, press into the skin and then work in small circles towards the ear.
Reapply if you want more color.
Lips should be sheer with this bold of an eyeliner look. I stain my lips first because personally I can't get enough of stains because they are so versatile, photograph so well and wear a really long time!
I did not line my lips for this with nude liner per my usual style because I wanted a really fresh mouth that could sip, eat, and carry on without having to be concerned about a touch up.
After the stain dried a moment I applied a sheer nude toned lip butter.
If you are wearing this look in the heat, eating and drinking: the last thing you want to worry about is if your lipstick is gone and your liner is there!
Okay, as my lips are done and I'm about to wrap up my Rosie the Riveter Labor Day look I quickly pop on a pair of Ardell Demi Wispy lashes. It's so simple! The more you practice the better you get and the more you will get to wear this complimentary look!
I always finish with mascara to create a stronger bond between my lashes and the set of false lashes.
Remember when applying false eyelashes: measure them first in case they are too long for your eyelid length and then simply snip off the inner corner if they are too long.
I prefer the Ardell glue that is white and in a tube versus the clear vial of glue-word to note: that clear vial of glue stings like crazy! While that glue is setting up and your lashes are drying finish your face with a nice buffing of translucent powder or hopefully you have some of my new most favorite product the Makeup Forever brand of HD Translucent powder.
Thanks for visiting, enjoy the how to video and share your comments! I love hearing from you!
Product list:
Koh Gen Do yellow & green concealer, 023 foundation, Urban Cowgirl eyebling in slate, Dior shadow quad 170, Makeup Designory Rose Petal blush, Bloom lipstain in Cinnamon, Bloom lip butter in heart of glass, Makeup Forever HD translucent powder.
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