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How-tology: Color Code, Find Your Best Shadow Shade
November 21, 2016
Stumped about which makeup colors will bring your eyes into sharp focus? Find out which shades work best with your eye color.
The Gloss-ary: O is for Original
November 14, 2016
How-tology: 9 Tips for Healthy Hands & Feet
November 11, 2016
Q&A: The Quickest Dry In Town
November 09, 2016
The Gloss-ary: N is for Nail Polish
November 02, 2016
How-tology: Nail It
October 31, 2016
How-tology: Instant Glam with False Lashes
October 28, 2016
Faking IT?
If you've been hassling with mascara to get the Twiggy look, you probably realized you aren't doing a very good job. Not even Maybelline Great Lash and a hydraulic curler will get you to the place you need to be to have glamorous, Marilyn Monroe bedroom eyes. False eyelashes are the way to go.
Strip IT?
This type of lash comes in a long, narrow strip. You can pick them up at your local drugstore or favorite beauty haunt. Be forewarned however, these can look garish and harsh if applied incorrectly or if you choose a brand that is poorly manufactured. We have a great line of Ardell strip lashes that are just the ticket.
Separate IT?
This type of lash comes in a package of individual lashes. Each cluster piece is individually applied. This takes a little more time and expertise, but the look is always 'au-natural'.
Choose IT?
Decide what look you’re seeking. A strip of false eyelashes are excellent for going clubbing or for an evening of glitz. For a more subtle look apply a few lashes to the outside corners of your eyes. Can't decide which is right for you? False lashes are inexpensive enough to purchase a set for your every whim!
Use IT?
Choose a color that complements the occasion. For evening, stick to black, which adds drama without requiring mascara. You brighten them up with colored mascara in shades of blue of green. In the daytime, go dark brown or light brown for a natural look.
Check their length. Full lashes should follow the natural line of your own lashes. Many false lashes are too long so you might want to trim them a bit.
Begin with clean eyes, no makeup. Hold the lashes in your hand and apply a very thin line of glue or adhesive along the base; let it sit for 1 minute. Only use a minimal amount of glue, you can always add more if needed.
Apply the false lashes above your eyelashes, as close to your lash line as possible, following the natural curve. Adjust the lashes with a tweezers.
If you’re using individual lashes, place them at the outside corners of your upper lashes one or two should be sufficient. Adjust their position with tweezers.
Remember: practice makes perfect. Don`t panic if you can`t get them right first time. Pretty soon you`ll be able to apply them in your sleep!
Don't sleep in your false lashes. Remove them with eye make-up remover or a bit of petroleum jelly. Never pull the lashes from your lids, as you may pull your own lashes out or rip your skin. Ouch!
Q&A: Lip-Stick the Landing
October 26, 2016
How do I make lip color really last?Layering your color is the key to making it last, especially if you alternate a dry layer with a creamy one. So start by lining and filling in your lips completely with lip pencil, then apply a thick coat of lipstick, blot, and reapply another light coat of color. To make a glossy formula stay on your lips, you need to give it a matte surface to which it can adhere. Start with either a coat of matte lipstick or a layer of lip pencil before applying your gloss. Your lipstick color will last if you apply one coat, blot by pressing your lips together on a tissue and then apply another coat. This won't leave lips feeling dry the way powdering your lips between coats can. |
The Gloss-ary: M is for Make-up
October 19, 2016
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How-tology: Bath Fizz Fun!
October 17, 2016
Turn an everyday soak in the tub into a bubbling bath cocktail with a shot of effervescent salt fizz! Full of oils and soothing natural ingredients to soften skin long after you've stepped out of the bath, this is one nightcap you'll want to savor.
Ingredients:1 Cup Rock Salt 1 Tsp. Essential Oil #1, 1/2 Tsp. Essential Oil #2 1 Tsp. Food Coloring #2, 1/2 Tsp. Food Coloring #2 1 T Foaming Concentrate 1 T citric acid |
Steps:1. Put salt in bowl or large measuring cup. Add foaming concentrate and stir well, distributing the concentrate completely. 2. Add fragrance and color and stir again. Spread on wax paper and let dry. 3. Repeat with another color and scent. It might take a day or two so be patient. 4. When dry (it will be a bit tacky feeling), layer the colors into a glass jar. Reap the rewards of aromatherapy and colortherapy while hiding from the world in your bathtub. |
Q&A: To Shampoo or to Dry Shampoo?
October 12, 2016
How often do I need to wash my hair? Are there other alternatives?OK, so you hit the snooze button just one too many times and you convinced yourself that your hair really didn't need a shampoo. Once you stumbled into your bathroom and faced the harsh daylight of your mirror you realized the error of your dirty hair challenged ways. Dry shampoos gently refresh your hair without washing. Quickly renew your hair without shampooing. In minutes, your hair is fresh and clean again. Instant cleanser. Refreshes your hair without washing. No water necessary. In an instant, you're renewed to the roots. |