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
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
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
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Sneak Peek: Glossybox May USA
Can't wait to find out what is inside this month's Glossybox? Well some lucky ladies have already gotten their boxes and here are the contents:
1. Amore Pacific- Moisture Bound Refreshing Hydra Gel (South Korea)
2. Burberry Beauty- Lip Mist Natural Sheer Lipstick Copper No. 202 (UK)
3. Marvis Whitening Toothpaste (Italy)
4. Phyto- Phytojoba Intense Hydrating Mask For Dry Hair (France)
5. Zoya Nail Polish- Summer 2012
As you can tell the theme of this month's box is international beauty. It looks like a great box specially because of the Burberry lipstick which full size costs $30.
I am still waiting for the arrival of my box which is currently in Indiana, as soon as I get mine I will post some pics and give my reviews.
Hopefully this will hold you over until you get your own in the mail!
-JJ
1. Amore Pacific- Moisture Bound Refreshing Hydra Gel (South Korea)
2. Burberry Beauty- Lip Mist Natural Sheer Lipstick Copper No. 202 (UK)
3. Marvis Whitening Toothpaste (Italy)
4. Phyto- Phytojoba Intense Hydrating Mask For Dry Hair (France)
5. Zoya Nail Polish- Summer 2012
As you can tell the theme of this month's box is international beauty. It looks like a great box specially because of the Burberry lipstick which full size costs $30.
I am still waiting for the arrival of my box which is currently in Indiana, as soon as I get mine I will post some pics and give my reviews.
Hopefully this will hold you over until you get your own in the mail!
-JJ
Friday, May 25, 2012
How To Make Your Make-Up Last All night
It's Friday and that means girls night out for many of you, but that also means the inevitable raccoon eyes, smudged mascara, and foundation that has disappeared. Well I have the solutions to all of those things.
Lets start with foundation. It is important to moisturize before putting your foundation on, but the key to making it last all day and night is to put a primer on after moisturizing and before your foundation. Think of a prime the same way as a primer you would use on a wall you are going to paint. What it does is it fills in the bumps and lines making your foundation look smoother, and you will also use less foundation. Primers are great for people with acne because make-up can break you out and a primer will act as a barrier making it harder for the foundation to clog pores. Now which one? There are many many many primers out there and it is important to pick one that is right for your skin type. If you have oily skin pick one that is oil free and mattifying, if you have acne-prone skin stay away from primers with silicon in them. I recommend Tarte's Clean Slate primer for all skin types. If you have normal skin then I recommend Smashbox's Photo Finish Foundation Primer.
If I had to pick one of the make-up products that has changed my life, I would choose eyeshadow primer. I have oily skin and my eyelids are no different. That is what makes eyeshadows crease, and suddenly there is only a line where eyeshadow used to be. I use this every time I put eyeshadow on and it is really important if you are going out at night. I swear by Urban Decay's Eyeshadow Primer Potion. I use the original color, because there are primers that have tints to them which change the color of your eyeshadow.
I have small eyes so I use eyeliner and one of my favorite looks is the smoky eye using a khol liner, however khol liners have fall out. What I use to avoid the raccoon eyes is a sealer for liner and eyeshadow by applying MakeUp For Ever's Eye Seal. This makes your eyeshadow and liner waterproof, so your make-up will look the same at 2am as it did at 2pm.
There are also primers for lips, but I still have yet to find one that I like. There are also setting sprays, but I don't recommend these for people with acne. If you have normal skin then go for it.
Have fun this holiday weekend!
-JJ
Lets start with foundation. It is important to moisturize before putting your foundation on, but the key to making it last all day and night is to put a primer on after moisturizing and before your foundation. Think of a prime the same way as a primer you would use on a wall you are going to paint. What it does is it fills in the bumps and lines making your foundation look smoother, and you will also use less foundation. Primers are great for people with acne because make-up can break you out and a primer will act as a barrier making it harder for the foundation to clog pores. Now which one? There are many many many primers out there and it is important to pick one that is right for your skin type. If you have oily skin pick one that is oil free and mattifying, if you have acne-prone skin stay away from primers with silicon in them. I recommend Tarte's Clean Slate primer for all skin types. If you have normal skin then I recommend Smashbox's Photo Finish Foundation Primer.
If I had to pick one of the make-up products that has changed my life, I would choose eyeshadow primer. I have oily skin and my eyelids are no different. That is what makes eyeshadows crease, and suddenly there is only a line where eyeshadow used to be. I use this every time I put eyeshadow on and it is really important if you are going out at night. I swear by Urban Decay's Eyeshadow Primer Potion. I use the original color, because there are primers that have tints to them which change the color of your eyeshadow.
I have small eyes so I use eyeliner and one of my favorite looks is the smoky eye using a khol liner, however khol liners have fall out. What I use to avoid the raccoon eyes is a sealer for liner and eyeshadow by applying MakeUp For Ever's Eye Seal. This makes your eyeshadow and liner waterproof, so your make-up will look the same at 2am as it did at 2pm.
There are also primers for lips, but I still have yet to find one that I like. There are also setting sprays, but I don't recommend these for people with acne. If you have normal skin then go for it.
Have fun this holiday weekend!
-JJ
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Spring Beauty Voxbox
These are the things that I got for free from influenster.com. Watch to see what I think of the products and how you can become a member.
Monday, May 21, 2012
Where To Buy Department Store Make-up For $3
This past weekend I discovered the holy grail of make-up stores and no it's not Sephora or Ulta, but one of the last places I would have thought to buy make-up at, ready for it? Big Lots! Yes, you read that right Big Lots! your local discount store. It is there that I found Philosophy make-up for $3! I bought Angel Kiss Lip Gloss in pretty please which retails in the twenties. They also had brushes and face products including their mineral foundation, but none were right for me.
Besides Philosophy they also had Calvin Klein products including gel eyeliner. Burt's Bees lip products 40% off their retail price. Sally Hansen Salon Effects for $3.
I stocked up on Revlon lipsticks because they were $2 a piece, they regularly cost $10. I bought 5 beautiful shades.
Now I know what you are thinking, they must be used, they must be old, there must be something wrong with them. I can tell you that there is nothing wrong with them, they were sealed and not dry which is the sign of them being old.
The reason why they are there is because they are overstock, discontinued products, or seasonal. For example the lip gloss that I bought from Philosophy is a discontinued shade, but it is a beautiful pink.
They change their stock often so go and check out your local Big Lots! You might also want to sign up for their rewards card to receive even more of a bargain.
-JJ
*I am not being paid by any company including Big Lots! These are my honest reviews.
Besides Philosophy they also had Calvin Klein products including gel eyeliner. Burt's Bees lip products 40% off their retail price. Sally Hansen Salon Effects for $3.
I stocked up on Revlon lipsticks because they were $2 a piece, they regularly cost $10. I bought 5 beautiful shades.
Now I know what you are thinking, they must be used, they must be old, there must be something wrong with them. I can tell you that there is nothing wrong with them, they were sealed and not dry which is the sign of them being old.
The reason why they are there is because they are overstock, discontinued products, or seasonal. For example the lip gloss that I bought from Philosophy is a discontinued shade, but it is a beautiful pink.
They change their stock often so go and check out your local Big Lots! You might also want to sign up for their rewards card to receive even more of a bargain.
-JJ
*I am not being paid by any company including Big Lots! These are my honest reviews.
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