Question: I want to order the mineral foundation from Avon but I am afraid that it's gonna start melting on my face. Will it?
Mineral makeup is made to blend into skin and become like a "second skin". So while it may blend into your skin, it won't melt off. Also, just an added tip, remember when you apply it that less is always more when it comes to mineral makeup. You'll really be surprised at how little you need.March 2009 Archives
Question: I want to order the mineral foundation from Avon but I am afraid that it's gonna start melting on my face. Will it?
Mineral makeup is made to blend into skin and become like a "second skin". So while it may blend into your skin, it won't melt off. Also, just an added tip, remember when you apply it that less is always more when it comes to mineral makeup. You'll really be surprised at how little you need.
1.) Choose a dry shampoo (take a look at our choices below)
2.) Brush out your hair to make sure there are no tangles (and be sure your hair is dry, especially if you plan to use it after a workout)
3.) Apply the dry shampoo
**If you choose a powder over a spray, do it over the sink, and apply about a tablespoon of the shampoo to the top of your head and massage it throughout your scalp. Then, be sure to brush your hair well to distribute the product throughout your hair.
**If using a spray, aim the nozzle at your roots, lifting up sections of your hair. Rub the product into your scalp. Allow 5-10 minutes to go by to allow the dry shampoo to absorb the oil in your hair.
4.) Brush the shampoo out of your hair. Turn your head upside down and brush out all of the powder. Use a hair dryer to speed up this process. Style as usual.
Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk is fabulous for girls on-the-go. This dry shampoo uses oat extract, cyclodextrins, and natural polysaccharides ( these are micronised powders with excellent oil-absorbing properties) to clean the hair without washing. $18, sephora.com
T3 360° Refresh Volumizing Dry Shampoo adds volume and texture in addition to cleaning hair. The formula is designed to give thirsty strands a break from washes and promote hair that looks and feels healthy. We love that it comes in three color formulas to compliment the tones in our hair-- genius! $25, beauty.com
Fekkai Au Naturel Dry Shampoo uses cotton fibers, rice starch, and corn starch to eliminate excess oil from the hair, is free of parabens and sulfates, and uses natural ingredients to neutralize odor and prevent dirt buildup. Sephora exclusive. $23, sephora.com
Ojon Rub-Out Dry Cleanser is made with the same Ojon oil that the brand is known for, so it gives locks an added boost of hydration. This dry cleanser also works great if you overuse a styling product-- simply spray and rub into the scalp revealing luminous, healthy-looking hair. Works for all hair types and is eco-friendly. $24, spalook.com
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Busy schedules sometimes interfere with our manicure time, so when we have to stretch one out beyond the usual 5-7 days, we reach for Orly Glosser High Shine Topcoat to help us keep that "just polished" look. While we have a few other topcoats we love, this one is great for every other day application without adding too much bulk to the layers of polish we've already applied. It protects our tips, and when you add to the fact that it dries incredibly fast, you can understand why we adore this product. $9, orlybeauty.com
Question: I have dark brown eyes. How can I make them stand out and look brighter without putting on too much make up?
Answer: Thankfully, it really doesn't take a whole lot of makeup to make eyes stand out. We recommend two products: eyeshadow and mascara. With each you can achieve gorgeous results. Shadows in every color look great on brown eyes (can you say lucky?), so while staying with brown tones will always work if you want a neutral look, purples, greens and blues are fantastic if you want to use stand-out colors.
Using an eyeshadow brush to apply your eyeshadow will ensure you'll only apply a sheer wash of color when you don't want to over-do it, but you can continue to layer it until the color effect you desire is achieved. You can also use eyeshadow to line your eyes for a more defined look. Mascara will pump up your lashes to give you a more of a wide-eyed look that always looks pretty. Two coats is usally enough to do the trick. Hope this helps-- best of luck!
The weather is heating up, and while you may be feeling the need to leave your foundation behind, you still want a glowing complexion, right? We love Rose Byrne's glowing look, and think something like Dr. Brandt's Pores No More would do the trick. This luminating primer glides on smoothly, helps to fill in pores and keeps skin clear with breakout-fighting tea tree oil. The best part about this primer is how it also imparts a translucent veil of tint, meaning you won't need foundation. If you do have any unsightly spots or blemishes you'd like to cover, use a concealer after applying the primer. $45, sephora.com
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Question: My eyelashes are weak and skimpy. I am using Latisse, but was wondering if either Vaseline or almond oil is good for lashes? I've heard conflicting things. Thanks so much.
Answer: While both Vaseline and almond oil are great for keeping lashes greatly moisturized and conditioned, neither really will make them grow longer. It seems you are on the right track with Latisse, since it is FDA approved for lash growth. To acheive nourished lashes, you might also want to look for a mascara formula that offers vitamin and colagen rich ingredients. Many lash primers offer these benefits as well and these have little color and can be worn on their own over night. Almay, Lancome, Smashbox, Vincent Longo, Fusion Beauty and Clinique are all brands that have moisturizing and fortifying mascara or lash primers.
Good luck!
Answer: While both Vaseline and almond oil are great for keeping lashes greatly moisturized and conditioned, neither really will make them grow longer. It seems you are on the right track with Latisse, since it is FDA approved for lash growth. To acheive nourished lashes, you might also want to look for a mascara formula that offers vitamin and colagen rich ingredients. Many lash primers offer these benefits as well and these have little color and can be worn on their own over night. Almay, Lancome, Smashbox, Vincent Longo, Fusion Beauty and Clinique are all brands that have moisturizing and fortifying mascara or lash primers.
Good luck!
As you know, we love beauty products. There are those that we have loved for many years, but every year, batches of newbie products are thrust into the market, and we, being the beauty junkies that we are, must give in to our product desires. Some leave us not so thrilled, while others have us excited to discover what impact they will bring to the masses. Check out the folowing products that are keeping us optimistic for the year ahead.
AgelessFantasy by Harvey Prince is one of the first anti-aging perfumes. That in and of itself caught our attention. The scent, it turns out, is formulated to mask the smell of aging and it contains antioxidants to fight off free radicals. The formula (a blend of pink grapefruit, mango, anti-oxidant rich pomegranate, jasmine and musk) is based on natural bio chemistry and created with one goal in mind: to make you smell younger! The brand's research found that when men smelled a woman wearing this fragrance, they thought she was eight years younger on average. 3.4 ounces, $98, makeup.com
Victoria's Secret Pink Body puts VS into a new market with organic, vegan products all housed in post-consumer recycled packaging. Four lines include Energizing (like a wake up call for your skin, packed with organic citrus and mint), Nourishing (leaves skin feeling super soft and moisturized with organic Shea butter minus the greasy feel), Soothing (Hypoallergenic goodies infused with organic soy milk and oat extract, so it's great for extra sensitive skin) as well as a line of Essentials. from $10, victoriassecret.com
L'Oreal EverPure line of shampoos and conditioners are sulfate-free, contain UV filters to protect haircolor, and even work beautifully if you don't color your hair. The new, more natural formulation is the first for the brand and the only one of its kind in drugstores now. The refreshing, aromatic scents leave our bathrooms smelling like a spa, our healthy-looking, shiny hair gives us something to be thankful for and the price tag is the sweetest of all. $6.99, drugstore.com
Max Factor Vivid Impact Lip Color was created to deliver fresh, rich pigment to not only saturate lips with amazing, look-at-me color, but to treat lips to fabulous moisture. This Shea butter-infused lipstick makes us forget we're wearing actual lipstick in the first place. $8.97, drugstore.com
No Frizz by Living Proof contains a mocule called PolyflouroEster that forms a lightweight barrier on the hair to ward off moisture and eliminate fly-away causing friction. The breakthrough formula has already won awards and is sweeping up a plethora of loyal users with all hair textures- including us- because it works better than anything we've used in years. from $14, livingproof.com
Clinique 'Turnaround' Radiance Peel Once a Week System provides the much-desired clear and bright complexion of a low-level (30%) glycolic peel but without all of the irritation and stress to skin. The result? Skin that is smoother, more even-toned and luminous. $55, clinique.com
Lancome Oscillation Vibrating Mascara gives lashes the ultimate look as it oscillates 7000 times per minute (but don't worry, it won't hurt). Since the latest craze is lush, full lashes, we think this does a fabuous job of delivering the results; our lashes are longer, fuller, clump-free and all of the wiggle work is done for us-- who couldn't love that? $34, sephora.com
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We love, love, love, CoverGirl LashBlast. Now the volumizing formula has been glammed up a bit into a Luxe version that we are adoring right now (we can't resist the fabulous hot pink tube). With four black shades infused with a hint of color, each also contains a hint of shimmer to give lashes a little something extra-- so fun! Colors include Black Cabernet, Black Emerald, Black Royale and Black Platinum. $7.99, drugstore.com
Crabtree & Evelyn has come out with a fabulous aromatherapy line called Distillations that we can't help but adore. The Revitalizing range helps give us a little caffeine-free boost no matter what time of day. Our product of choice after a shower, at the kitchen sink or even at our desk at the office is the Conditioning Body Lotion. With nourishing coconut oil and exotic tiare flower to restore our skin's suppleness, we let the aroma of fresh lemon and coriander oils revitalize our spirits. Ahhh...$19.50 crabtree-evelyn.com
In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, we thought it only fitting to share with you some of our favorite green-hued beauty goodies, sure to keep you from getting pinched, and always leaving you looking gorgeous.
Laura Geller Eye Rimz is a fabulous eyeshadow that can be used wet or dry, and produces some beautiful effects no matter how you decide to use it. Create a rich smoky eye or just give your peepers a hint of definition, you can't go wrong with this. Try it in Hocus Pocus for a deep emerald green that looks great paired with a peachy-pink lip. $26, sephora.com
Laura Geller Eye Rimz is a fabulous eyeshadow that can be used wet or dry, and produces some beautiful effects no matter how you decide to use it. Create a rich smoky eye or just give your peepers a hint of definition, you can't go wrong with this. Try it in Hocus Pocus for a deep emerald green that looks great paired with a peachy-pink lip. $26, sephora.com
M.A.C makes a fabulous shimmery green shadow called Humid that we love to add to our eyelids all alone for a great pop of color on our face. $14, nordstrom.com
Another green shade from MAC comes in an unusual form-- lipgloss. You read right, Lustreglass in Spring Bean looks like a neon, who-would-put-that-their-lips color, but when worn, is a beautiful, shimmery gold. Looks great over any gloss or worn alone. $14, nordstrom.com
Almay Intense i-Color Mascara in Emerald Green is a great and subtle way to give your eye look a bit of color. We don't mind that it's intended for those with green eyes, because we think our brown eyes look just as good in it. $7.49, drugstore.com
ZOYA nail lacquer in Suvi is an amazingly rich, deep emerald green with a bit of metallic edge. We love that it's dark and not obnoxious on our grown-up tips. Of course, if you're not sure you want to wear it on your fingers, toes love this shade, too. $6, artofbeauty.com
