When it comes to mascara I think the quote "go big or go home" applies. I was super excited to try out this new mascara after hearing great reviews, and I was definitely expecting great things.
However, I was totally bummed out to find out it is just like any other drugstore mascara. It did almost nothing for my lashes. I have long straight lashes so I definitely need a super good mascara to give them the umph effect.
The good thing about it is that it doesn't flake and it is very inexpensive.
I was really hoping I would fall in love with this mascara but sadly that just did not happen.
Do you want to know what my favorite mascara is? Stay tuned.
-JJ
Friday, June 29, 2012
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Foundations for Pale Skin
Contrary to popular belief and culture not all of us want to be tan. Gasp! I myself embrace my paleness, but that also means that finding the right foundation is difficult. The make-up industry focuses on becoming tan (thank Coco Chanel for that) therefore finding foundations for pale skin has become increasingly more difficult.
Do not despair my fair maidens! My trials and errors are for your benefit, because I have found some amazing products.
The first thing to do no matter what skin color you have is to figure out what undertone you have (pink, yellow, or beige). Most people have different undertones throughout their face so it is important to match your neck. The easiest way to figure this out is if you try on a foundation in each undertone, and the one that blends in the closest is your match. Therefore, if you try on a foundation with a yellow undertone and your face looks to yellow that is not your undertone. The way to tell what undertone your foundation is by the title of your foundation with most brands. Titles with cool refers to pink and warm refers to yellow.
There are three brands that have amazing foundations for pale skin, unfortunately they are expensive and one of them is only available in the UK.
My favorite is Veil Fluid Makeup Oil Free SP by Hourglass it is good for your skin and No. 0 porcelain is a perfect match for my skin color. The draw back is that it is insanely expensive $60.
Make Up Forever has a lot of shade options in their HD Invisible Cover Foundation and Mat Velvet + Matifying Foundation. The draw back of these is the texture, it feels really thin and it doesn't blend in as well. At Sephora these range from $36-42.
Dainty Doll cosmetics is specially geared towards pale skins. The brand was started by Girls Out Loud band member Nicola Roberts. This product can be found easily in the UK but for those of us that don't live there i'll provide a link to a website that delivers worldwide for free.
Whatever your skin color is learn to embrace it and love it!
-JJ
Hourglass:
http://www.sephora.com/veil-fluid-makeup-oil-free-spf-15-P193231?skuId=1064849
Make up Forever:
http://www.sephora.com/search/brandResult.jsp?ref=900120&brandId=4028&node=1050000
Dainty Doll:
http://www.lookfantastic.com/brands/dainty-doll/dainty-doll-foundations.list
Do not despair my fair maidens! My trials and errors are for your benefit, because I have found some amazing products.
The first thing to do no matter what skin color you have is to figure out what undertone you have (pink, yellow, or beige). Most people have different undertones throughout their face so it is important to match your neck. The easiest way to figure this out is if you try on a foundation in each undertone, and the one that blends in the closest is your match. Therefore, if you try on a foundation with a yellow undertone and your face looks to yellow that is not your undertone. The way to tell what undertone your foundation is by the title of your foundation with most brands. Titles with cool refers to pink and warm refers to yellow.
There are three brands that have amazing foundations for pale skin, unfortunately they are expensive and one of them is only available in the UK.
My favorite is Veil Fluid Makeup Oil Free SP by Hourglass it is good for your skin and No. 0 porcelain is a perfect match for my skin color. The draw back is that it is insanely expensive $60.
Make Up Forever has a lot of shade options in their HD Invisible Cover Foundation and Mat Velvet + Matifying Foundation. The draw back of these is the texture, it feels really thin and it doesn't blend in as well. At Sephora these range from $36-42.
Dainty Doll cosmetics is specially geared towards pale skins. The brand was started by Girls Out Loud band member Nicola Roberts. This product can be found easily in the UK but for those of us that don't live there i'll provide a link to a website that delivers worldwide for free.
Whatever your skin color is learn to embrace it and love it!
-JJ
Hourglass:
http://www.sephora.com/veil-fluid-makeup-oil-free-spf-15-P193231?skuId=1064849
Make up Forever:
http://www.sephora.com/search/brandResult.jsp?ref=900120&brandId=4028&node=1050000
Dainty Doll:
http://www.lookfantastic.com/brands/dainty-doll/dainty-doll-foundations.list
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
The Easiest Order To Apply Make-Up
It can be very frustrating on a morning you are already running late to have to redo your foundation because eyeshadow has fallen onto your cheeks. One simple way to eliminate this risk by rearranging the order you apply your make-up. Here is the order.
1. Face prep (cleanse,moisturize unless you are using a mattifying moisturizer then you should apply this right before you put on your foundation, sunblock, and eye cream).
2. eye make- up ( this is the most important part, don't do your eyes after you have applied your foundation)
- if eyeshadow falls on to your cheek just brush it away with a clean face brush or place a tissue below your bottom lashes or place shadow shields.
3 . Mascara- the best way to apply it is by placing a business card or folded tissue behind the back of your upper lashes. This way you won't get mascara on your lid and you will get more of your lashes coated with mascara.
4. Under eye concealer
5. Foundation
6. Overall concealer
7. Face powder (if necessary)
8. Eyebrows- (brush them first to get any face powder off)
9. Blush
10. Lips
There are many ways to do this but I think this is the easiest.
-jj
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Saturday, June 9, 2012
How To Protect Your Hair This Summer.
It is time to spend countless hours in chlorine filled pools and under the bleaching rays of the sun, therefore it is also time to protect your hair. These are some tips from Tabatha Coffey from Bravo's show Tabatha Takes Over.
Tip #1 Don't comb your hair while it is wet. Instead wait for it to be damp and use a wide tooth comb working your way up.
Tip #2 Don't wash your hair more than once a day. Sweat and chlorine make it seem as if washing your hair throughout the day is vital, but you are actually doing more harm than good.
Tip #2 Don't towel dry your hair. Drying your hair with a towel actually creates knots and frizz, instead you can use paper towels.
Tip #3 Use hair products with SPF in them. It is as important to protect your scalp from the sun as it is to protect the rest of your body. Using these products will also help your hair color stay in tact since sun rays can bleach it. The most helpful thing would be to wear hats but it isn't always possible.
Don't forget to have some fun this summer!
-JJ
Tip #1 Don't comb your hair while it is wet. Instead wait for it to be damp and use a wide tooth comb working your way up.
Tip #2 Don't wash your hair more than once a day. Sweat and chlorine make it seem as if washing your hair throughout the day is vital, but you are actually doing more harm than good.
Tip #2 Don't towel dry your hair. Drying your hair with a towel actually creates knots and frizz, instead you can use paper towels.
Tip #3 Use hair products with SPF in them. It is as important to protect your scalp from the sun as it is to protect the rest of your body. Using these products will also help your hair color stay in tact since sun rays can bleach it. The most helpful thing would be to wear hats but it isn't always possible.
Don't forget to have some fun this summer!
-JJ
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
The Correct Order to Apply Your Skin Routine
Lotions, gels, and serums, Oh My! We put so many things on our faces and it can be confusing as to what to put on first. Yes it does matter the order you put things on, because the consistency of certain products will prevent others to sink in. Here is the order to apply your skin care routine:
1. Liquids (such as toners)
2. Gels (such as acne medication or serums)
3. Creams (such as moisturizers)
It is important to work your way from the lightest consistency to heavier consistency.
Hopefully this will make your daily routine easier!
-JJ
1. Liquids (such as toners)
2. Gels (such as acne medication or serums)
3. Creams (such as moisturizers)
It is important to work your way from the lightest consistency to heavier consistency.
Hopefully this will make your daily routine easier!
-JJ
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Friday, June 1, 2012
Girls Night Out Tip:How To Combine Your Make-Up
It's Friday again, and I am here to help you look your best for when you go out this weekend. It can be confusing when applying make-up as to how to coordinate blushes, eyeshadows, and lipsticks to create the desired look. One false step and you can look like a clown. Here are some tips to help you get ready for when you go out.
Rule #1 -All your make-up should be in balance of each other. For example don't wear read lipstick and nothing else, this will be too overpowering.
Rule#2- Choose one feature to emphasize. No this is not in contradiction to the previous rule. For example if you are going to emphasize your eyes then your blush and lipstick should be more muted, but still creating a balance.
Rule #3- Choose colors that look good with each other. Don't wear green eyeshadow and red lipstick. One of the easiest color combinations is brown and pink.
Rule #4- Be comfortable in your make-up. Don't wear a smoky eye if you are not going to be comfortable or a red lip if you think it is too much. Make-up can give you confidence but it can also make you feel awkward, giving you the same feeling as when you are overdressed.
Lastly, make-up should be fun and a form of self-expression so if you are comfortable with trying funky things then go for it!
-JJ
Rule #1 -All your make-up should be in balance of each other. For example don't wear read lipstick and nothing else, this will be too overpowering.
Rule#2- Choose one feature to emphasize. No this is not in contradiction to the previous rule. For example if you are going to emphasize your eyes then your blush and lipstick should be more muted, but still creating a balance.
Rule #3- Choose colors that look good with each other. Don't wear green eyeshadow and red lipstick. One of the easiest color combinations is brown and pink.
Rule #4- Be comfortable in your make-up. Don't wear a smoky eye if you are not going to be comfortable or a red lip if you think it is too much. Make-up can give you confidence but it can also make you feel awkward, giving you the same feeling as when you are overdressed.
Lastly, make-up should be fun and a form of self-expression so if you are comfortable with trying funky things then go for it!
-JJ
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