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Want New Hair? Here's How
Don't we all need a new hair color from time to time? I think yes. Usually, we stay in the realm of natural hair colors or stay with our original natural color, meaning the hair color that we are born with. Sometimes, over time, our hair color likes to change and become darker or even lighter, and as always, get grey. So to avoid this from happening, there are ways to dye your hair without the damage. Here are some tips and explanations on how you can have an amazing color that you pick and are happy with.
By Amber may7 years ago in Blush
Natural or Not?
You see it everywhere you go. The store, TV ads, posters hung in every mall. It’s even being displayed on the sides of buses! You see what it does, the likes, the love, the shares you can get from it. But do you really know the cost of it? Not the price tag that is on each product, but the internal price tag on its buyer.
By Heidi White8 years ago in Blush
My Hair Nightmare
Okay, okay, I get it—lightener is bad for your hair! What do I care? I'm a hairstylist. What could possibly go wrong? A lot. A lot can go wrong.
By Colleen Burke8 years ago in Blush
Brands That Release Too Much Too Soon
Disclaimer: This is an open, honest, and polite opinion. You are free to disagree, but there is no room or justification for vulgarity. That’s a reflection on you, not me.
By Heeta Joshi8 years ago in Blush
10 Holographic Makeup Products You'll Love to Wear
Holographic makeup is everywhere, and it's easy to see why. It's a makeup trend that helps people look youthful, adds an ethereal glow to your face, and also looks amazing on camera. It's festival-friendly, and yes, it works with all skin types, too.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Blush
What Causes Oily Skin and How Can You Treat It?
As human beings, it is normal for the skin to cycle through phases as our bodies mature and endure different environments. Specifically, there are many factors that can lead to oily skin making it a habitat for pimples, blemishes, breakouts, and irritation.
By Sherry Campbell8 years ago in Blush
5 DIY Face Masks for Winter Skin
Winter weather can bring a whole host of skin problems, dryness, flaking, and irritated etc. But you don’t need to waste your money on overpriced serums or subject yourself to harsh chemical treatments to get your healthy glow back. Save money and time with these simple DIY face masks.
By Alexandra Hontalas-Adams8 years ago in Blush
The Choices to Clear Up Your Skin. Top Story - October 2018.
I have always struggled with a spot (sometimes dozens) here and there. There was a specific time in my life where my life felt broken, my skin was oily, I was breaking out plus a lot of drama arose. My confidence was low and I wanted to sort my skin out, I bought all the 'popular' and 'best' products on the market. Three different cleansers, two different face creams, some serum and so many face masks that to be honest, I did not even understand what they did. My skin got dry, and when I say dry I mean to the point at which my skin was peeling (I know, it's gross). For ages, I thought that this must be normal and it will probably get better. I saw all these online influencers and celebrities using the same products as me and their skin was glowing. How come it did not work for me? I kept persisting, I bought more products, slowly aggravating my skin more and more, in no way helping myself out. There came to a point where all my products ran out and so did my money. I stopped clogging my skin up with products.
By B B8 years ago in Blush
10 Eyelash Growth Serums That Actually Work
I don't know about you, but I hate false eyelashes. I don't know many people who will willingly glue them on, day after day, just so they can have a pair of thick, beautiful lashes. It's a pain, and even magnetic lashes are a hassle.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Blush
Basics of Face Makeup
We all have our own makeup routines and how we apply makeup. I’m here to share my opinion on how makeup should be applied so it can last all day and not look cakey or flakey. This type of makeup application is easy; it’s mainly for if you're in a hurry and can’t do a full on glam. Also if you're just feeling lazy and have a date with your special man or woman, this is the look you wanna go for; makeup is fun and creative you can create anything and look amazing every time even when you have so little on. This 10 step process will take you on a journey to look your best even when you're in a hurry. It only takes about 20 to 30 minutes to complete. Afterwards you will be amazed on how you look with just the right amount of makeup on! Here are some products you will need before starting. Primer mist, damp beauty blender, foundation, concealer, setting powder, contour kit and brush, highlighter, highlighting brush, and setting spray. Other uses include mascara and lipstick. Step 1: Cleanse face. Wash your face with facial scrub or just water to get it hydrated and to take away extra oils. Pat dry. Step 2: Use a moisturizer, face primer, or facial mist as a base for your foundation. Examples: rose water mist (Maybelline baby bliss primer) Step 3: Apply your favorite foundation (Maybelline 24 hour foundation) with a damp beauty blender or a foundation brush such as the Morphe Y6 brush from Morphecosmetics.com. Step 4: Add concealer (makeup revolution concealer, from Ulta) to your T-zone which is your forehead, a little strip down your nose, under your eyes, Cupid’s bow (above upper lip) and middle of your chin, blend concealer with damp beauty blender. Step 5: Set face with setting powder that matches your foundation. Concealed areas leave alone or set with translucent (white) setting powder. Step 6: Contour your cheek bones. (Example) Urban Decay naked skin contour palette, use lighter shades such as light brown/ tan colors. Move up and down with contouring brush along your cheek bones inching upwards towards forehead along the hairline. Step 7: Add blush on cheek bones using a blush brush (optional). Step 8: Add a highlight. (Example) Jeffree star cosmetics Crystal ball highlighter. Using a highlighting brush, highlight above contour line (upper cheek bone) also add highlight to brow bone, inner corner of the eye, nose and chin. It is optional, just more areas of where you may put more highlight. Step 9: Spray face with setting spray. (Example) Urban Decay all nighter setting spray. Step 10: You're done! You now have the natural look of just face makeup on. Now if you have extra time I’d suggest putting on a lip color; it’ll bring your natural look to a whole other level, especially if it’s bold such as red. You can also add mascara on the eyes to make your eyes pop a little bit. You would want to do these extra steps before setting your face with setting spray, if you already added setting spray that’s okay you can still spray more on after you complete your final steps. And there you have it! 10 steps in achieving a natural look and you're all ready to go on a date, go to the gas station, have a sleep over party with friends, even go shopping with your mom. This look is for everyone as well, it can work with anyone as long as you have the right material you could even do it if you're not that good at makeup, just have the essentials and follow the 10 step natural makeup process and you will succeed.
By Amber may8 years ago in Blush
De’lanci Maelstrom Palette
Disclaimer: I am in love with this palette! Now this is the true “a bang for your buck.” Again though, nothing is ever a hundred for me. Waiting for the day that a palette ends up being perfect for me. But then again nothing is ever perfect. But here’s a positive experience after the last two slumps.
By Heeta Joshi8 years ago in Blush
Stop with the DIY Microneedling
Microneedling is becoming more and more popular among skincare enthusiasts. When things become more popular there are always going to be those people who want to take this great thing and make it cheaper. Sure, this sounds like a good idea in theory, but certain procedures should not be performed at less than 100 percent.
By AJ Nelson LE8 years ago in Blush