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Hi ya Gorgeous!
Happy pandemic day #Icantremember ...it's been so long. So instead of focusing on the ongoing quarantine - let's take a moment and find joy in the moment. We need to direct our minds to the joy that is possible, right now, in the moment. Please don't miss this moment and wait for "something" to happen - take a deep breath, look around, find the joy - and enjoy it.
Today I have a video that shows some skin care choices from Amazon that are in a lower price range than ordering my all-time favorite skincare Murad. Quarantine life has forced some financial choices to be made and I don’t want to give up my retinol regimen but I do need to curb the cost.
So say hello to Yeouth and Neutrogena!
Thank you for watching and sharing!
Amazon affiliate links: Yeouth retinol serum https://amzn.to/2Kjw27O Neutrogena Ageless Intensives https://amzn.to/3cuiMJn Murad Resurgence retinol youth renewal serum https://amzn.to/2VHWIo4
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I'm switching up my skincare as the new environment is providing some new skin challenges.
What is that you say? The San Fernando Valley is a desert filled with a large city. So it's similar to Arizona though add in a lot of smog and pollutants that have my skin looking dull! No bueno!
So I'm looking to try this new creme from Olay that is retinol based and should help the turnover of skin to get mine back to being bright and clear instead of dull and clogged. I'm looking to switch to a system of cleanser, toner, serum, moisturizer and eye cream. What do you suggest?
Have you tried it? Is it worth the cost? This is what the Olay website says about the product:
" Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Facial Moisturizer penetrates deep into
skin’s surface layers. Our proprietary blend of Vitamin B3 + Retinol
complex hydrates skin for 24 hours for a bounty of benefits. You’ll see
visible improvements in fine lines & wrinkles, smoothness,
brightness, firming, dark spots, and pores. Retinol 24 delivers all of
these benefits with virtually no irritation. This fragrance and dye free
moisturizer absorbs quickly and goes deep into your skin’s surface
layers so you wake up every morning to younger-looking, radiant skin.
Use Olay daily for 28 days and see true skin transformation. "
Really?
Okay.
I'm interested. Let me know in the comments if you have used, find it a value for the price and quantity of product. Thanks!
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Hi ya Gorgeous!
Happy Monday to you! Oh it's going to be a fun adventure and work filled start to the week and I'm so excited for it!
I'm leaving, quite literally, now, for Las Vegas for the National Association of Broadcasters show. NAB for short. It's a good time with lots to learn and a chance to see some old friends and make some new.
Me visiting the old Star Trek exhibit during a break at NAB
If you have anything to do with technology, podcasting, AR, VR, AI, film, tv, webseries, broadcasting any kind of production - this show is for you! There are still codes for free exhibit passes that get you a start to all the goodness! Visit http://nabshow.org to learn more.
Now, onto today's video! Stay tuned to Twitter for the updates from the show @Cherelynn
This video is a chit chat through getting ready and things, doin's, and such going on!
(*and side note: the first upload failed, and I had to scramble to get this one up! Apologies for the rough cut - but- somebody had to do it! I'm at NAB show - when I get back, I'll have a full report for you!)
I'm using some of my product faves and have Amazon affiliate links below if you would like to get some too!
Stay awesome and I'm looking forward to your thoughts in the comments!
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...and final note - thank you for hanging in there with such a rough video! Who here has ever taken a loooong time to edit the most perfect video ...waited a heinous amount of time to upload it, only to have it fail and lose the video? Ditto. That's why, I'm loading the rough cut because it parlays information to the other videos coming out this week. You need this!
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Hi ya Gorgeous!
Happy Monday! Happy June and summer! I have said it before and will say it again, whoa, is this summer ever going fast!
Today I have a get ready with me video and commentary as well as book review and suggested read for you! Enjoy the video and if you have not subscribed yet, please do!
Thanks for joining me today for a quick no makeup makeup look -because sometimes you just need to pull it together quickly for some fun summer adventure!
These are affiliate links and if you use I will get a penny. Thank you!
Music: Nimbus by Everfind in Youtube audio library
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Cheers to you having a wonderful and restful Sunday filled with fun holiday activities!
The best thing you can do for yourself is take care of your skin! Today's 12 Days of Christmas gift idea is one you can give to yourself and a beauty lover! Remember, Christmas and Mother's Day are the best times to buy fragrance for the gift with purchase goodies are right now - same goes for skincare gift sets!
This Murad set and a few others are available now but won't be for long - so get some!
If you buy at Amazon, there is a great price and free shipping with Prime and if you buy at Ulta you can get points on your members card.
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Happy Monday! I love a Monday! I get so much accomplished on a Monday! Today is no different! I'm busy prepping for the American Film Market with several new projects that are ripe for distribution and then a product launch on a pet side project! Woot!
Today I have a skin care introduction to you for Arizona's own skincare brand, PCA Skin.
Why try a new skincare? Because I think the skin, like the hair, can build up a memory and tolerance to products and stop working as well as they did in the beginning. So, I'm testing a new serum, retinol and moisturizer from PCA Skin.
I found the product recommendations for my skin using the consultation tool on the website - but - felt like their recommendation for a moisturizer would be too light for me, so I got the heavier product in their line. Even that is light compared to what I am used to!
I've got a video for you too! Enjoy! So far, I'm loving how active the products feel on my skin meaning the retinol has me a bit pink and the serum gives a tightening feel. Get your own to try by visiting their website: http://pcaskin.com
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DiY Bridal Makeup launched this week and is a great way to close out the year 5777. I'm really excited to provide a resource for all kinds of brides! Learn more here: http://diybridalmakeup.com
Today I did a Facebook Live video addressing the brides greatest fear on her wedding day. You can see the short video here, http://facebook.com/makeupuniversity
Everything I talked about is listed for you below with a link to Amazon to easily get what you need! Now, if you prefer Neutrogena, or L'Oreal or Burt's Bees, great! Just use a system and start early!
Hi ya Gorgeous!
Welcome to this week's digest for January. Today butter LONDON is featured as well as what you need to take to the Sundance Film Festival as well as Slamdance - plus, what you don't need to take!
Meet butter LONDON and the Bronzer Clutch, Palm Paradise eye shadow duo and new lippie in Glam Pop.
Hi ya Gorgeous!
How is it that Christmas and Hanukkah are officially 2 days away? This has been the weirdest, most odd non-holiday year ever. Can't quite put my finger on it as for why, but it just has been.
Today, I share a top 10 list of beauty items that any beauty lover would want as a gift - or maybe it's just something that I would want!
Enjoy the list and be sure and comment what it is that you would want as a gift!
Hi ya Gorgeous!
Today on Makeup University I have a great set of gift ideas for your Christmas and Hanukkah gift giving needs that guys are going to love!
Although, my son says, that a Loot Crate or Game Stop subscription should be on the list. That's the 11 year old for you!
Below is the video along with a list and links to Amazon for getting the best price on Cyber Monday!
Thank you so much for watching the Holiday Gift Guide - Mens Edition with Makeup University! Please subscribe to the Makeup University Youtube channel if you haven't yet. If you have, thank you very much!
So, this little video is going to show you how to makeup for the beach in 10 products or less!
Enjoy!
There's a lot of goodies in here...
Thank you so much for watching!
Remember to check out the Jael: A Western Tale page! http://facebook.com/jaelawesterntale
Products used:
Murad Essential C spf
Essence Cosmetics No Makeup makeup
Essence Cosmetics XXL lipgloss in Pink
Stila 10-in-1 bronzer
Stila mascara
Rimmel London Magnifeyes creme shadow duo with kohl liner
NYX Cosmetics Whipped Fouette in brown
Wunderbrow gel
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Hi ya Gorgeous!
Hello Monday! I love Mondays! I get so much done on a Monday.
So, I'm hitting the ground running today and have to re-watch my TWD (The Walking Dead recording) because I can't believe what I just saw.
I also have to get a ton of videos made and then some, and may I say, then some!
I want to watch some YouTubes of the ACM's and I Heart Radio Radio awards. While that is happening, I am adjusting and getting back in to the swing of things at home in Arizona.
So I'm blessed beyond belief when I got home last week and this box of goodies from Murad was waiting for me.
My fave skincare, waiting for me when I got home from a month long gig. Thank God for that!
Hi ya Gorgeous!
I'm so excited that my favorite part of writing Makeup University is finally here! Say hello to:
On the days when I get tired and draw a blank on what to post, I remember that February is coming and the chance to devote an entire week to encouraging young ladies is too!
This year, the theme is RE:Calibrate and in the areas of self esteem, health, destiny, finances and more!
Summer is here! Here at Makeup University that means outdoor
fun with swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, running and biking!
All of that outdoors activity means a lot of sun exposure
and to keep my skin looking summer glow gorgeous and not red sunburn or even
worse a peeling sunburn, is I include a sunscreen, hat and shades in every
activity!
Here are the few ways to protect yourself and keep a healthy
glow about you!
Now let's talk Touchback and all of their fun products to keep your grey hair at bay in a hurry!
There is a marker...and it's an Allure beauty award winner.
There is a shampoo and conditioner to put on a fresh coat of temporary color to make haircolor look new and hide some greys!
There are many choices in application: from a wand to a marker
I have tested them both and find the wand gives more color, but the marker has more control.
See for yourself here-this is me putting the wand of color on.
And this is the results.
Now this is me putting the marker on while using the scalp guard.
You can see the results here of the marker on one side and the wand on the other. What do you think?
The Touchback Quik marker comes in a blonde shade too! To get some today, please visit CVS, Walgreens or Duane Reade.
Get some online here!
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Welcome Gorgeous! It's Day 7 of TEEN WEEK and I have saved one of the best lessons for last.
Today we are going to talk about who you are going to become in the future.
You have a hope and a plan for your future. There is a destiny and dream for you. Now-let's get you another step closer to the goal of being your very best you. I love you and I believe in you!
Dr. Lance Wallnau is a dear and favorite teacher of mine and he is so funny as he is teaching I don't feel like I am in 'class'.
Please take the ten minutes needed to watch this video. There is a bit of bumper at the beginning, so fast forward to :53 where Dr. Wallnau begins to teach. If you have questions and comments for Dr. Wallnau please catch him on Twitter at @LanceWallnau
TEEN WEEK FREE GIVEAWAYS: REMEMBER: today is the last day to enter any of the contests and winners will be contacted by email tomorrow February 8th 2013. Here's what you can win:
MURAD Acne kit (@muradcares)
Running for Girls Like Us training book (Facebook)
We live in a world where a new and improved (read: more complicated) product is released every month, and the gadgets in the grooming department are no exception. Many at-home beauty gadgets look intimidating -- especially if you're not a tech-savy. But that doesn't mean you have to miss out. We've rounded up the best beauty gadgets of 2013 that even the most tech-challenged among us can easily master. So, skip the pricey spa appointments and invest in one of these innovations.
It's 2013, and this year will be different, right? Riiight. But before you slip into your new sneakers and hit the pavement with full force, it's important to have basic fitness rules in your arsenal for a lasting regimen that will help you reach your goals. Jumping in head first at the beginning of year can mean burnout by the end of the month. Follow these fitness tips to create an exercise regimen that lasts.
Hello Gorgeous!
Welcome to your 3 day holiday weekend-well, if you are a kid in school or a government employee you are getting Monday January 21st off.
I know many families are traveling this weekend and this Murad Time Release Retinol Concentrate is a must for the beauty bag?
Why?
Because it visibly reduces the appearance of deep wrinkles, and has a softening, smoothing effect on the skin upon application. Now with that in your beauty arsenal there is no need to worry about jet lag, road rash or early mornings with late nights!
$65 retail-but shop around, you might find a better deal or an anti-aging bundle! Enjoy and be safe this weekend!
P.S. How do I apply: I smear a wee dab all over my face and give it a moment to settle in before applying my moisturizer and sunscreen over it. I finish all of that layering with my eye creme before foundation.
You can apply it where you need on your most troublesome wrinkle spots-or in my case-go for the full coverage!
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If Aerin Lauder's last name sounds familiar to you, it should. She's the granddaughter of Estee Lauder, a.k.a. beauty industry royalty. The seasoned beauty industry insider has been working for the Estee Lauder Companies for more than 20 years, and now she's branching out with her very own beauty line. We caught up with Aerin, who revealed the inspiration behind her new line, Aerin, the product the public is already raving about, and even where she goes for some quality family downtime.
Hello Gorgeous!
There is no reason why you too can't have red carpet ready skin, hair and makeup. Take a look at these Murad skin care tips to help you look like a celebrity!
Awards
Season is here and all eyes are on the celebrities – dressed to
perfection and dazzling the paparazzi on the red carpet. It’s a time
when stars shine their brightest (and they certainly make it seem
effortless) by putting their best face forward. But under all the
fabric, jewels and makeup, what really makes them shine? Their skincare!
We’re
spilling the details on which award nominees, makeup artists and
stylists rely on Murad to get red carpet ready. Check it out here:
·Emily Blunt, Golden Globe Award Winner:
Emily Blunt, a 2013 Golden Globe and Critics’ Choice nominee, has
certainly caught Hollywood’s eye and her red carpet appearances are just
as captivating as her film performances. One of her favorite products, Murad’s Perfecting Day Cream SPF 30, works to restore suppleness, soften lines and provide essential sun protection to keep skin looking flawless. ($47)
·Rachel Zoe, Celebrity Stylist:
Rachel Zoe is known for creating some of best looks seen on the red
carpet. She definitely knows the importance of looking your best, which
includes having healthy and hydrated skin. No wonder she keeps Murad’s Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture in her own beauty bag! ($65)
·Catt Sadler, Entertainment Reporter: Catt Sadler, host of E! Live from the Red Carpet, knows what it’s like to always be camera ready. Catt uses an assortment of Murad Moisturizersto keep her skin glowing for any red carpet event.
·Nadine Velazquez, Actress: Nadine Velazquez, actress in the Critic’s Choice nominated film Flight, visits the Murad Inclusive Health Spa when she wants to pamper herself and her skin. It’s the perfect way to relax before any big event!
·Ande Yung, Makeup Artist:
Makeup artist Ande Yung, who works on the Golden Globe nominated series
Boardwalk Empire, understands the importance of youthful skin. She says
Murad’s “Time Release Retinol Concentrate has my official seal of approval.” ($65)
·Ellen Vieira, Makeup Artist:
Ellen Vieira, makeup artist on the hit Golden Globe nominated show New
Girl, preps her actors with Murad before applying makeup for the camera.
One of her favorite products is Murad’s Active Radiance Serum, which improves the skin’s natural radiance and clarity. ($89)
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