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dottie: art brut
dottie: art brut: "wearing: vintage leather jacket, bag, and bracelets, french connection harem trousers, banana republic heels, topshop floppy hat. origami ra..."
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Brown Sugar/Caramel Tanning @ Makeup Mandy
Sunless tanning is the safe alternative to avoid premature wrinkles, sagging skin and skin cancer. Using this method, you have the best of both worlds – a glowing tan without risking your health
Spray tanning is a great way of getting a tan regardless of where you live and what time of the year it is
The wide range of tanning solutions available means you can literally pick what shade of brown you want your skin to be. You can start off with a single application of a light shade and add to it gradually until you are happy with the colour.
The results from spray tanning are much better than applying creams and lotions by hand, plus the application process is a lot less messy.
Millions of people around the globe turn to the art of spray tanning each year to ensure they maintain their sun-kissed look regardless of the weather outside. Until recently, sunbeds were the most popular form of getting an all over tan however recent studies have shown that the overuse of sunbeds can pose as many health risks to the skin as sitting in the sun all day does
Spray Tanning Preparation
Preparation before spray tanning is very important. It can effects to your tan results. These are some important tips to prepare your spray tanning.
Exfoliation
Exfoliation, will make the layer very shallow and your tan will last longer. Choose exfoliators which is made for tanning industry, as they will not contain any oils or moisturizers.
Avoid deodorant & moisturizer before.
Many deodorants will stop spray tanning solution going through. Some others will turn the armpits green.
Wear loose clothing.
Remember if the tanning process need several hours until it dry. It is best to wear clothes and shoes as loose as possible, to make sure nothing rubs off.
Wax before spray tan.
If you want to wax then do it before you get spray tanning. Wax after getting a spray tan can take off some of your tan with the hair.
Now you know what to do before spray tanning. If you followed the instruction you will get bronze tan look that you want to. Have a great tanning.
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Hair Hair Everywhere
With human hair extensions, wearers are not locked into a particular color or style. The extensions can be washed, colored, and styled just like your own natural hair. Such a wide variety of human hair extensions are available that we can easily match the color and texture of your own hair with.
Not only do they add desired length and added thickness/volume to existing hair, extensions can also help boost a woman’s self esteem
This adds to the allure of wearing hair extensions for many women
There are many people who believe that long hair is very attractive. Women with long hair tend to be more appealing to men than those who have shorter hair. The appeal of long hair is evident in mainstream magazines and advertisements. Many Hollywood actresses show off their long hair at award ceremonies and other televised events.
Makeup Mandy and the Makeup Mandy team are now offering a new technique that is cheaper faster and less touch up maintence needed book your appointments for a consultation asap
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
LASH EXTENSIONS and how they are changing my life and the world around me
I have beautiful long, dark, thick eyelashes. No, seriously; I do. They are there first thing in the morning, incongruously perfect in my otherwise sleep-rumpled face. At parties, people peer at them in disbelief. They draw gasps of admiration at work. At supper, a guest felt compelled to take a photograph of them on his iPhone. Even my fiance has noticed there’s something different about me.
Until relatively recently, false eyelashes were strictly for sad Sixties refugees. Now, largely thanks to Cole-mania (and, to an extent, the Katie Price effect, although the two looks could not be more polarised), big eyelashes are in.
Mine are no ordinary falsies. They are eyelash extensions. That means that each false lash is individually bonded to one of my own lashes, creating the most natural look possible. Provided I don’t rub my eyes or use oil-based make-up remover, I now use a Makeup Mandy eye makeup remover with no oil glycol or alcohol which by the way even without lashes I will use being it's safe on the eyes. the false lashes will stay stuck to my real ones until the latter fall out, which they do every four to six weeks.
A full set costs around 350.00-500.00, depending on what type of hair you choose from to have it done either synthetic or mink which are more light in weight and last a tad longer. If you are looking to inject a little fabulousness into your daily routine , you could not find a better investment.
I had mine done a couple of weeks ago by the lovely Mandy @ Makeup Mandy , The most wonderful thing about her is that she is a perfectionist. For her, it’s a matter of pride that every single lash be positioned exactly right, to maximum effect.
To begin with, the lashes felt rather odd. On the first night, I slept rather awkwardly, worried that if I stuffed my face into the pillow in my normal fashion, they would all fall off. They didn’t. For once, I had done as I was told, and not worn any eye shadow or got them wet (both things are crucial for the first 24 hours, until the glue has dried). The following morning, they looked, if anything, slightly better. A tiny bit dishevelled, but nothing a quick comb-through with a toothbrush couldn’t put right.
What’s really fantastic, though, is that I hardly need to wear make-up. Just the very fact of having thick, long lashes seems to make my face look fresher and perkier. They certainly don’t require any mascara, and it only takes the most cursory flick of black eyeliner to engage full party mode. The only problem now is that I’m totally addicted.
Eyebrow Threading a little history and some facts
Threading, one of the oldest methods of body hair removal, is popular in India and the Middle East. It is also used in some western beauty parlours. Threading involves rolling twisted cotton threads over untidy hairlines and plucking out the unwanted hair. One reason for its continued popularity is that it is so much healthier for the skin and doesn't result in ingrown hair
Threading is believed to have originated in Turkey. Called khite in Arabic and fatlah in Egypt, it is used for removing hair from the entire face, including the eyebrows, the upper lip, the chin and the cheeks. Beauty clinics in many countries, including India, employ skilled practitioners of this ancient art. In the West too some cosmetologists favor eyebrow threading over other methods.
Threading has several advantages over other methods. It is not only an inexpensive method of hair removal, but also fast and far less painful than some other options. It is a convenient method for removing hair from areas like the eyebrows and face and its effect lasts from two to four weeks. One of the best features of threading is that it is suitable for even skin that is too sensitive for laser hair removal or waxing. It takes no more than 15 minutes to get both brows done, which makes eyebrow threading particularly popular. And as no chemicals are involved there is no risk of a reaction setting in.
In threading the practitioner holds one end of a cotton thread between his teeth and the other in his left hand. Its middle part is looped through the index and middle fingers of the right hand, and the loop used to trap unwanted hair so that it can be easily plucked from the skin. There are well tried techniques that tell you how to do it right.
Though the threading method of hair removal is used mostly in the facial area, it also works on the body parts lower down - from the belly button to the pubic bone and the toes. But remember that threading is an intricate art that must be performed only by a skilled practitioner, and that it takes months to achieve proficiency. Nothing is more painful than threading perfomed by an inexpert hand.
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Kim Kardashian Love Rodial Glam Balm too!
Rodial Glam Balm Is a favorite of Kim Kardashian and Rachel Zoe. IT is this amazing balm erases wrinkles and plumps lips among 100 other uses. It can be used on face, lips, neck and hands! The active ingredients are Calendula Oil & Vitamin E for soothing conditioning treatment, rich in fatty acids. IT helps to reviatalize skin, promoting elasticity and healing. Bergamont fruit oil is an antiseptic that cleanses, and treats complaints such as acne. Myrrh plumps up fat cells in the skin for a fuller appearance and longer lasting effect. It diminishes wrinkle depth and reduces visible signs of ageing. Vitamin C bightens the complextion and helps reduce age spots, sun spots and pigmentation. It is essential for collagen synthesis and gives antioxidant protection. Of course all Rodial Products have Pomegranite ellagic tannins for fiming, toning and boosting collogen production. Find Glam Balm and other Rodial Products at Makeup Mandy in West Hollywood or online at www.MakeupMandyshop.com. Tuesday, February 9, 2010
summer skin
Summer's warm rays also pose another obstacle to good skin care: Whether you're exercising or just relaxing by the pool, you're bound to sweat a bit more. For your skin, extra sweat means that dirt, oils and other environmental chemicals are trapped close to the skin and your pores. Finally, those hot days -- perfect for enjoying a cool drink with family and friends -- turn up the heat on your skin, too. When the skin is warm, blood vessels send extra blood to the skin's surface to cool it off. Extra blood can turn your face red, making the skin swell and retain water while kicking oil production into high gear.
So, although summertime might try to throw you and your skin a curveball, with a few simple solutions you can hit a skin care home run and have everyone applauding your summertime glow.
Daily Summer Sun Protection
Finding the Right Moisturizer
Look for moisturizers that are labeled noncomedogenic. These moisturizers do not contain ingredients that are known to clog pores. Clean, clear pores will ensure fewer breakouts. People with dry, flaky skin should apply a cream-based moisturizer to lock in the body's natural moisture. Those with oily skin should try a liquid, water-based moisturizer that won't weigh down skin.
Summer is a great time to get outside and rejuvenate your mind and body. But for your skin, summer means extra exposure to the sun, heat and sweat. This summer, give your skin a little TLC with these tips for healthy, refreshed skin.
It's never too early in the year to think about applying sunscreen. The sun's UV rays can damage your skin all year long. Even on a cloudy day, your skin can be exposed to up to 40 percent of the sun's UV rays [source: Skin Cancer Foundation]. Be sure to take the necessary precautions to keep your skin safe.
Choose a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) rating of at least 15 [source: Mann]. For those with lighter, fair skin, try a sunscreen with a rating of SPF 30. Apply your sunscreen 20 to 30 minutes before going outside. To be the most effective, sunscreen needs time to absorb into your skin.
Don't be frugal -- apply sunscreen liberally and reapply sunscreen every two hours or after getting out of the water, since towel drying strips away sunscreen [source: Mayo Clinic]. You'll also want to reapply lotion after exercising, as sweat can water down sunscreen, making it less effective.
Whether you have dry skin, oily skin or normal skin, don't forget to moisturize it. Simple daily activities such as perspiring, shaving or washing your face can disrupt the skin's natural oil and moisture level. To counteract any skin stress your daily routine causes, apply a moisturizer appropriate for your skin type to keep things soft and supple.
Now that you have added sunscreen and moisturizer to your shopping list, read on to discover how to deal with those oily patches of skin that leave you feeling greasy.
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