PROBLEM: My lashes are ... too short, too light, not thick, non-existent, etc.!
SOLUTION: Now there are sooooo many options to help your lashes.
The emphasis on Lashes has only sky rocketed since last summer.
There are great products on the market now to help even the wimpy-ist of lashes.
Lash growers and stimulators are amazing! Within 3 weeks you can see amazing results, longer, fuller, stronger lashes. Just remember, more isn't necessarily better when it comes to applying the product. Just once before bed and you are good. Also, once you see the result you want, you need to continue to use the product in order to maintain growth.
Lash tinting is a great option for light lashes. A tint can turn your lashes the blackest black (no more mascara) and will last up to a month!
Lash primers are a good option for those just wanting fuller, thicker lashes. Coat your lashes with the primer and allow to dry before following with your favorite mascara. The primer coats your lashes and builds a bigger, fuller base for your mascara to coat - great quick fix!
Those for you who want to feel like the queen of the ball every day should look into lash extensions. When done be the right, licensed and certified professional they look so natural you do not need mascara. They are similar to acryllic nails, you will be addicted to the longer, fuller lashes you will want to fill them every month. But if you just allow them to grow out with your natural lashes they can last for 2-3 months.
But you have a special night and you just want a fun look - false lashes are all the rage. Whether you slide in a few false individuals or apply a strip over your entire lid - you will love the dramatic effect it gives for the occasion.
So don't be afraid to explore and check out the lash options. You DON'T have to settle for wimpy lashes anymore! Have fun and you'll be surprised at what a difference your lashes make!
The eyes are the windows to the soul! So bat your lashes and have fun with it!
Showing posts with label eyes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label eyes. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
DAY 2 - Beauty Tip (UNDER-EYES CIRCLES)
PROBLEM: Under-eye discoloration and or puffiness
You will be surprised at how many folks have the same problem! Some of the trouble comes for our lifestyle (lack of sleep, too much fun/drinking...) and some or just hereditary (thanks mom!)
But hope is on the way... if we can't get rid of it - at least we can CONCEAL it!
First we want to try to get the best from our skin as possible. We want to drink as much water as we can to clean out the impurities that hang out - alittle too long. (Excuse me while I go get a glass...)
Next, if possible we want to get as much rest and peaceful sleep as we can (good luck, huh?!) Well how about trying to at least sleep on your back. This will help avoid puffiness and wrinkles.
SOLUTION: Puffiness
When all else fails Preparation H is a good stay by (keep it out of your eyes!) I like to have my clients lay back for 10 min. with a warm tea bag on the eye... Green Tea & Chamomile work great. When it cools, wait a few minutes and remove.
Cool pack of ice can help swollen eyes, just don't make it too cold - some brides have given themselves brainfreeze from that one!
A good night creme for the eye area will work miracles! You need to use it consistantly and over at least a 2 month period you will see results. My favorite is YONKA's PHYTO CONTOUR (specifically for puffiness and dark circles). You need to use the entire tube before you are sure results.
Dark Circles
This is easy to conceal with the right color. Most people grab a light highlighter/concealer and actually make it worse!
All you are doing at this point is drawing attention to your circles. You must first, cover them, then you can highlight on top of them with a light concealer.
Finding the right color can be tricky, but works miracles when done correctly.
If you have fair skin you want to find a orange-ish colored concealer in the similiar shade as your skin.
If you have med skin you can go with a darker orange colored concealer. Check out Bobby Brown.
If you have dark skin you can go with a bright orange colored concealer (don't be frightened, it works GREAT!) Check out MUDShop.com
With light to medium darker pigmented skin I love a caramel colored concealer for the undereye area. Not only will it cover the dark pigmentation, it also highlights. Check out IMAN line.
So there you go... with the right preventative treatment and the correct beauty products... you will have the "soap opera" eyes everyone knows and loves!
If you have any questions, let me know!
Best Wishes and Good Luck!
Michelle
You will be surprised at how many folks have the same problem! Some of the trouble comes for our lifestyle (lack of sleep, too much fun/drinking...) and some or just hereditary (thanks mom!)
But hope is on the way... if we can't get rid of it - at least we can CONCEAL it!
First we want to try to get the best from our skin as possible. We want to drink as much water as we can to clean out the impurities that hang out - alittle too long. (Excuse me while I go get a glass...)
Next, if possible we want to get as much rest and peaceful sleep as we can (good luck, huh?!) Well how about trying to at least sleep on your back. This will help avoid puffiness and wrinkles.
SOLUTION: Puffiness
When all else fails Preparation H is a good stay by (keep it out of your eyes!) I like to have my clients lay back for 10 min. with a warm tea bag on the eye... Green Tea & Chamomile work great. When it cools, wait a few minutes and remove.
Cool pack of ice can help swollen eyes, just don't make it too cold - some brides have given themselves brainfreeze from that one!
A good night creme for the eye area will work miracles! You need to use it consistantly and over at least a 2 month period you will see results. My favorite is YONKA's PHYTO CONTOUR (specifically for puffiness and dark circles). You need to use the entire tube before you are sure results.
Dark Circles
This is easy to conceal with the right color. Most people grab a light highlighter/concealer and actually make it worse!
All you are doing at this point is drawing attention to your circles. You must first, cover them, then you can highlight on top of them with a light concealer.
Finding the right color can be tricky, but works miracles when done correctly.
If you have fair skin you want to find a orange-ish colored concealer in the similiar shade as your skin.
If you have med skin you can go with a darker orange colored concealer. Check out Bobby Brown.
If you have dark skin you can go with a bright orange colored concealer (don't be frightened, it works GREAT!) Check out MUDShop.com
With light to medium darker pigmented skin I love a caramel colored concealer for the undereye area. Not only will it cover the dark pigmentation, it also highlights. Check out IMAN line.
So there you go... with the right preventative treatment and the correct beauty products... you will have the "soap opera" eyes everyone knows and loves!
If you have any questions, let me know!
Best Wishes and Good Luck!
Michelle
Sunday, December 10, 2006
Some FUN Makeup Ideas for the Season...
This is the time of year where everyone has friends and family to see, work obligations, parties to attend and places to travel.
Why not make it fun and leave everyone with a great impression!
Try something different in your makeup routine!
LASHES are HOT!
Whether you go for the natural lush look of lash extensions for the season (they will last you through New Years! & if you are good Valentine's Day!) or play around with glued on false lashes - GO FOR IT!
I was just in ULTA yesterday and they have some wonderful glittery lashes from ARDEL. They are only $3.99 each and if you take care of them, you can use them all season. Just make sure you use good glue! My favorite is DUO.
Application takes alittle practice, but you can do it! Start by centering them in the middle of your eye and work your way out to the ends. You only need a toothpick's worth of glue on the lashes and you want to fit them right in the indentation on your lash line. Just start practicing and you'll be perfect by the party!
Glitter and shimmer!
Even the most natural non-makeup wearer can have fun with a little glitter and shimmer this holiday season. It is easy and when the light hits your face, you'll glisten.
The best thing to do is look for an eyeshadow that has glitter in it (although this usually irriates my eyes by the end of the evening because the pieces are too big but may work for you) or find a FINE powder shadow with shimmer!
Alot of the mineral makeup eyeshadows are GREAT for this! I am addicted to all the colors from BARE ID that are shimmery.
As you apply they will naturally fall on the tops of your cheekbones and there is your glisten! on your eyes and a light highlight on your cheeks.
You will be surprised at how many compliments you will receive!
You can also try glitter eyeliner (these are ALWAYS a showshopper!) right across your lash line like the products from URBAN DECAY. Or if liquid liner isn't your thing, many brands have eyeliner pencils with glitter in them too (MAC has some great ones). Have fun! and remember, a little goes a long way - don't over-do!
Lips that stay on!
Lips are fun - you can go glossy or slightly darker than normal around the holidays and you'll be the Belle of the Ball.
With all the talking, drinking and eating we do this time of year, it is hard to find a lipstick that actually lasts all evening.
First step is finding a great lip liner... when everything else wears off - at least you will still have the lip liner. I love the tried and true SPICE liner from MAC.
Line your entire lip - then fill in with lip liner... pick a long-wearing color, like my recent favorite REVELON COLOR STAY and appy over the liner. Then follow with a light gloss of your choice.
The long-wearing colors tend to dry out your lips a bit but I have worn them alot this fall with all my travelling and by putting on chapstick each night before bed, it hasn't been a problem - and I am REALLY dry.
So while standing at the check-out counter or waiting for your number to be called to pick out those holiday gifts, look through the beauty magazines (you don't have to buy them) and take a look at some fun ideas that you might like to try for the holidays!
Just a little change to your makeup routine, and you'll be surprised at how much fun it is. When you see the pictures from the parties, you won't believe your eyes! Compliments will definately come your way! Enjoy...
Please write to me with your success stories and tips... I look forward to hearing from you!
Happy Holidays!
Michelle
Why not make it fun and leave everyone with a great impression!
Try something different in your makeup routine!
LASHES are HOT!
Whether you go for the natural lush look of lash extensions for the season (they will last you through New Years! & if you are good Valentine's Day!) or play around with glued on false lashes - GO FOR IT!
I was just in ULTA yesterday and they have some wonderful glittery lashes from ARDEL. They are only $3.99 each and if you take care of them, you can use them all season. Just make sure you use good glue! My favorite is DUO.
Application takes alittle practice, but you can do it! Start by centering them in the middle of your eye and work your way out to the ends. You only need a toothpick's worth of glue on the lashes and you want to fit them right in the indentation on your lash line. Just start practicing and you'll be perfect by the party!
Glitter and shimmer!
Even the most natural non-makeup wearer can have fun with a little glitter and shimmer this holiday season. It is easy and when the light hits your face, you'll glisten.
The best thing to do is look for an eyeshadow that has glitter in it (although this usually irriates my eyes by the end of the evening because the pieces are too big but may work for you) or find a FINE powder shadow with shimmer!
Alot of the mineral makeup eyeshadows are GREAT for this! I am addicted to all the colors from BARE ID that are shimmery.
As you apply they will naturally fall on the tops of your cheekbones and there is your glisten! on your eyes and a light highlight on your cheeks.
You will be surprised at how many compliments you will receive!
You can also try glitter eyeliner (these are ALWAYS a showshopper!) right across your lash line like the products from URBAN DECAY. Or if liquid liner isn't your thing, many brands have eyeliner pencils with glitter in them too (MAC has some great ones). Have fun! and remember, a little goes a long way - don't over-do!
Lips that stay on!
Lips are fun - you can go glossy or slightly darker than normal around the holidays and you'll be the Belle of the Ball.
With all the talking, drinking and eating we do this time of year, it is hard to find a lipstick that actually lasts all evening.
First step is finding a great lip liner... when everything else wears off - at least you will still have the lip liner. I love the tried and true SPICE liner from MAC.
Line your entire lip - then fill in with lip liner... pick a long-wearing color, like my recent favorite REVELON COLOR STAY and appy over the liner. Then follow with a light gloss of your choice.
The long-wearing colors tend to dry out your lips a bit but I have worn them alot this fall with all my travelling and by putting on chapstick each night before bed, it hasn't been a problem - and I am REALLY dry.
So while standing at the check-out counter or waiting for your number to be called to pick out those holiday gifts, look through the beauty magazines (you don't have to buy them) and take a look at some fun ideas that you might like to try for the holidays!
Just a little change to your makeup routine, and you'll be surprised at how much fun it is. When you see the pictures from the parties, you won't believe your eyes! Compliments will definately come your way! Enjoy...
Please write to me with your success stories and tips... I look forward to hearing from you!
Happy Holidays!
Michelle
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