Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Get Amazing Brows

We found these amazing brow tips from Sorme Cosmetics
  • For a Soft Brow: Apply a lighter shade of brow powder with and angled filler brush.  If desired create a soft arch
  • Fuller, bolder brow: Use a darker pencil or powder to fill in the brow completely.  OPTIONAL: Create a strong arch
  • Spotty brows: Thinning brows often have small or missing patches of hair that are hidden by a few over lapping hairs.  To fill in, lift the brow hairs away from these missing areas and use a freshly sharpened pencil to create short, hair -like strokes
  • Visible bare patches: For brows that lack proper shape due to patches that completely lack coverage, fill in these gaps with brow powder and then apply the same powder overall for contour and enhanced color.

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Saturday, January 28, 2012

You have Something on your Face

Simply cleansing your face twice a day is good but do you know what is being left behind?  Dead skin cells that asphyxiate themselves to the epidermis creating dull skin, uneven tone and it can also contribute to the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Everyone should use an exfoliant, it is very important to keep in your skin care routine year round.  Removing dead skin celss and excess debris releaves the skin and allows it to breathe. 
exfoliating also helps other products such as masks and moisturizers to penetrate better and make up to go on smoother.  However, different skin types need different amounts of exfoliating.  Sensitive and oily skin only need exfoliation once a week, twice a week for normal skin and three times a week for dry skin.  Sensitive skin people should avoid abrasive scrubs, opting for products with jojoba micro-spheres or mild forms of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA).  Dermalogica's Daily Microfoliant is a good suggestion for sensitive skin.  All exfoliation should be done at night, followed by a face mask designed for your individual skin type.

Saturday, December 24, 2011

How to Cope with Limp Locks

Fine hair can be a real bummer when it comes down to getting a style you like.  There are a few tricks to help you maximize your minimal tresses.  The proper haircut is the first step.  Most fine, thin hair looks better kept at shoulder length or shorter.  A nice shoulder length cut with surface layers will help you get lift on top and the appearance of all over fullness.  If you insist on long locks keep some long layers and read up on styling techniques.
Adding some highlights for dimension helps in two ways.  One it roughs up the outer layer of the hair shaft making it look thicker.  And two the added dimension gives the illusion of more hair.
Always use a volumizing shampoo and conditioner, using the conditioner only on the ends.  Apply a volumizing or thickening styling product prior to blow drying.  Blow dry your hair in sections lifting at the roots and then drying the ends.  Remember how your hair dries is how it stays!  If you let your hair dry flat to your head you wont be able to get any lift at the roots when you try to style it.  Well placed curls with rollers or an iron also help create lift.  When you have a section to curl, over direct it by pulling the section up away from where it lays.  If its on the top of your head and you want it to go back pull the section towards your face and place the roller.  When you are styling after the curls have set or cooled part your hair on the side creating the illusion of fuller thicker hair.

Saturday, November 26, 2011

Product 101

Shine Enhancers
  • What they do: They create a shiny, glossy finish and make color appear more vibrant
  • Why use them: Not all hair is created equal!  Blonde or curly hair is naturally less shiny, while straight or brunette show good shine.  Dry and brittle hair also lacks luster.
    • Shampoo- Redken Blonde Glam, Catwalk Curlesque or Sleek Mystique
    • Conditioner- Redken Blonde Glam, Catwalk Sleek Mystique
    • Styling product- Bedhead Head Rush, MoroccanOil Glimmer Shine Spray
Curl Booster
  • What they do: Create bouncy, frizz free curls and add definition.
  • Why use them: While we love our curls they need help.  Weather it be because they are lazy or coarse and unruly perfect ringlets don't come naturally.
    • Shampoo- Deva Curl Low Poo & No Poo, Catwalk Curlesque, Bedhead High Definition
    • Styling Products-Bedhead Foxy Curls Contour Cream, Catwalk Curlesque Curls Rock Amplifier
Volume Creators
  • What they do: Volume makers promote lift at the roots and the appearance of thicker fuller hair.  Creating extra body and bounce can be difficult to do while maintaining healthy looking hair.
  • Why use them: Even with the best and most vigorous blow dry technique fine limp strands will still fall flat without good products.
    • Shampoo-Pureology Pure Volume, Paul Mitchell Extra Body Daily
    • Styling Products- Pureology Pure Volume Blow Dry Amplifier, Big Sexy Blow Dry Gel
    • Tools- Medium barrel Vent Brush
Straightening
  • What they do: Temporarily tame textured hair, smoothing waves, reducing frizz and fly aways.
  • Why use them: If you want smooth sleek hair, these products will help you achieve your desired look.
    • Shampoo & Conditioner-Joico Silk Results, Matrix Sleek, Pureology Super Smooth
    • Styling products- Enjoy Straightener, Pureology Super Smooth Cream, Catwalk Sleek Mystique Blow out Balm
    • Tools- Large barrel Vent Brush