"Makeup"

A girl's best friend!

Looking at yourself in the mirror, a reflection of your face is staring right back at you. You keep looking at yourself and all you see is a pale complexion. A dull, lifeless face. You wonder how you can look as beautiful as other models on tv, runway shows, even actresses. Well, no more worries...

Grab a friend and head to the drugstore and pick-up some makeup essentials. Every girl should have on her vanity, or purse a good starting foundation. It evens out your skin tone. A good face primer before applying your foundation is the secret but for starters you can skip it. Next use some blush, eyeshadow, mascara and you are good to go. You will look and feel fabulous. A nice, healthy complexion is what every girl wants.

My favorite makeup items are the Clinique Even Better Makeup SPF 15, Cover FX Pressed Bronzing Powder, Jemma Kidd Blush Duo. I don't know what I would do without them. All it takes is about 5 minutes in the mornings, after I wash and moisturize my face. I apply my makeup, and I am ready for the day.

What are your favorite products?

Fashion: Hospital Scrubs

This post if for the career minded people who are in or who are studying in the medical field, and need a proper attire to wear to work or for students who attend class. As we all know, doctors, nurses, dental assistants, dentists are just some of the people who need to wear scrubs to work. Plain, simple outfit as they deal with many people and different situations in operating rooms, or whatever the situation may be. So, why ruin our nice everyday clothes? This is why they wear scrubs. You can get dirty and it doesn't even matter.


Finding scrubs can be hard. Most stores don't sell these items, as they are most specialized. If you live in the United States you will love this website I came across. http://www.blueskyscrubs.com/. They carry a large variety of scrubs. Woman's wear to men's wear to children's. They can make custom scrubs to suit your needs. They carry coats, shirt's, pants, lab coats, even hat's. They are based in Austin TX, and offer free shipping on orders over $155. 


I would definitely recommend this site as they have cheap hospital scrubs at low prices.

SummerTime Fun-Wear!

With summer in full swing, the days are longer and the nights are shorter, most people love to hang out and enjoy what the weather brings. Happiness, enjoying the outdoors, and spending lovely evenings outside on patios. Whether your downtown or just enjoying a cup of coffee on a beautiful terrace you should definitely still dress to impress.

Here are some of my favorite designers and things that I love.

First off, everyone should own a nice lovely dress. Summer is all about showing off your curves, sexy legs, or decolletage. Some of my favorite evening dresses are by BCBGMAXAZRIA. The "pink flush pleated organza strapless bustier dress" is something that catches my eye. It is short, cute, and so much fun if your going out with friends to a party. Another one that every girl must own should be the pink silk metallic stripe strapless dress by Nicole Miller. Long, sleak, sofisticated, yet free-flowing. Suits every girls figure, a total must have in your closet.

Not only would an evening dress look great, you should check out my top favorite designer handbags. No outfit would be complete without one or two. :) Check out the "black leather Chandra crystal jeweled clutch", by Jimmy Choo. All I know is that is going on my wish list. :) If you're looking for something must simpler for a daytime look, my advice is to check out: Yves Saint Laurent. Simple, yet perfect to storage all your makeup, wallet, phone, and keys, without it being too small. From Prada to Fendi there are many choices and styles with which you can achieve your desired fashion look.

Hope this helps, and remember girls put your best foot foward! :)

Etsy Site

While surfing the Internet and watching YouTube videos one day, I came across a website mentioned on YouTube called Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/). The site has a lot to do with buying and selling items. People selling handmade items, clothes, beauty items, bath & body products, etc... If you're into fashion and would like something original and made with lots of LOVE you should definitely check it out.


I, myself created a store where I'll be selling my homemade bath products. Ranging from bath bombs, to soaps. I have found a passion in soap making and enjoy what I do very much. I will be putting up some items shortly in the upcoming weeks. Here's a link to my page.

Check out some of my creations...
More will be coming soon....

LUSH CHAT PARTY!!!!

As some of you may or may not know LUSH COSMETICS is having an online chat party. From 2-9pm, Thursday, April 14th. Come and win some prizes, and chat about all your favorite products.

See you all there!
ENJOY THE PARTY!!!

http://chat.lush.com

HOMEMADE Bath Bombs

After discovering LUSH and all their wonderful bath bombs, I became obsessed with them. So, one day I started to create my own bath bombs, and boy can I can tell you how much I enjoy making them. Of course, I love using them just as much!


They are all natural, hand-made. With the best oils for your skin and essential oils to help you relax and feel calm. Your skin feels so smooth and soft and its getting fed with good nutrients from the oils. Jojoba, coconut, aloe, etc..the list can go on. Some have surprises in them: flower petals, toys, seeds.. The best part is they smell good and feel great on your skin.


My collection started off with a few simple scents. The Classic "Rose", "Peppermint", "Jasmine". Most are made with natural, glycerin skin safe colorants. They give a hint of color to your bath water and wont stain your tub.


I am in the process of making many more. Some with fragrance oils and FD&C colorants, which turn your water into a nice color, to further promote your relaxation experience.

BLUSH

Here is my BLUSH COLLECTION.... ENJOY!!!

My all time favorite blushes are from Rimmel London. I love their whole line of cosmetics from face foundations, to powders, mascara's, blushes, you name it...I Love them all.

I honestly don't have a lot of MAC products, but I do have to say that this blush from them is great. When you want that extra punch of color this one will do it for me. I am fair skin toned so I have to apply it with a light hand or else it can get a little heavy. I use this blush when I want to look more tanned and especially in the summer.

Here I have the L'oreal True Match blush in Neutral on the left. It's a peachy color and looks great when you want to look more natural. True Match has many products where you can match your overall makeup to your skin tone. Let's say you are cool tone, they have colors example: C1, C2, etc.. C meaning COOL. The same goes for warm colors. W1, W2, etc...or they have neutral. N1, N2, etc. Once you find your perfect skin tone shade it is easy to find which blush or foundation will work best on you.

In the middle we have the NYX blush. I picked this one up when it was on sale at my drugstore and have not regretted it since then. I love it! It is so girly...PINK...What's not to love?

The one on the right is my "Blend n' Glow" blush, by Bonnebell. It is very light in color, almost blending right into my skin. But I really do love it, depending on my mood that day I sometimes do like that "barely there" makeup look.

I hope you enjoyed my blush collection, although I don't know the prices of these products I do know that they weren't expensive at all. Between 5-8 dollars I would say. Depending when you purchase them, you can get most of them when they are on sale.

So, keep on BLUSHING...till next time!!!

Ice Cream kro-mask

I recently purchased the "Ice Cream Kro-Mask". It's a nourishing color mask, in 300ml, by Inebrya. I got it at my local pharmacy here in Canada. The bottle itself says: nourishing color mask revives, intensifies and adds depth to natural or coloured and streaked hair. Restores intense tones to dull and lifeless hair.

Use: after shampooing, apply evenly with a comb to towel dried hair. Leave on for 3-5 minutes, then rinse off well. Always wear plastic gloves. Can cause allergic reaction.

I got mine in "Intense Copper" to intensify my highlights. I find you can use this product as a toner too. Works well after bleaching or to even out your color, this product will definitely do the job.

You can get them in most colors: browns, reds, blonds, for grey hair, etc...


                                            This is what mine looks like:

Cherry & Cream Cheese Pie

While surfing the Internet one night I came across a recipe that I thought sounded delicious and easy to make. I call it "The Cherry & Cream Cheese Pie". It is so easy to make and the ingredients are very simple and not expensive.

So here is a pic of how it looked like after it was baked.

List of ingredients

You will need:

2 packages of crescent rolls

cream cheese

powdered sugar

vanilla

cherry pie filling

egg

sugar

You will also need:

fork

knife

baking tray

pastry brush

spoon

 

1. Roll out the crescent rolls (square shaped)

2. Transfer the rolled out dough to your tray (it'll be easier to work with like this)

3. Cut some strips along the edge of the dough. (leaving the middle untouched. This will be used to close up the pastry to keep the filling inside without spilling out)

4. Mix together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla.

5. Lay the mixture onto the middle of the dough.

6. With a fork lay the cherries onto the cheese mixture...careful not to much liquid or it'll spill out.

7. Fold up the edges together and press firmly. (holds the dough together)

8. Whip up an egg mixture: egg white + sugar, and brush onto the pie.

9. Set the oven to 350 degrees and bake for 30mins. (until golden brown)

VOILA your pie is done, let sit for a few minutes, and ENJOY!!!

REVIEW Sigma E-25 Blending Brush

Sigma E-25 blending brush is great. This small travel size brush which I received is quite similar to the Mac 217 brush. After applying your eye shadow & crease shadow this brush works wonders in blending colors together for that flawless finished look. Its bristles are smooth, oval shaped, yet strong to hold its shape. 

You can purchase the regular size brush which costs $9.00. You can even use it to apply your powder or cream shadows, eye primer or blend harsh lines away. The choice is yours!

I know for a fact that I am very satisfied with sigma's brush quality and I will definitely be purchasing more things from them. So a big thank you to Sigma for making great products!

                  Happy Blending!!!

BCBG on Bluefly.com

Who doesn't already love BCBG? I know I do!

With spring just around the corner, it is time to get a new wardrobe. You know what that means, right? Time to go shopping!!!

I came across this site: http://www.bluefly.com/. It has everything from camisoles, to dresses, to designer shoes. This site has got it all, for the fraction of the cost. So, why pay more at your retailer, when you can shop online for less.

Also, don't forget to check out the BCBG SHOES. They got some real cute shoes & sandals this season. My all time favorite are the strappy thong flat sandals. They are stylish, yet so comfortable to wear. With many different styles & sizes to choose from you can't go wrong. Peep toe sandals, ballet flats, to booties. I'm sure you can find something that you'll love.

ESENCIA by Samy REVIEW

ESENCIA BY SAMMY
WHITE LOTUS
BARLEY & NETTLE

HYDRATING SHAMPOO

 The product says it's 95.8% natural.

Sulfate & Paraben Free
No propylene glycol
no artifical colors
natural plant extracts









ABOUT THE PRODUCT:
  The shampoo comes in this bottle with a huge round knob. You don't have to unscrew the bottle, because there is an opening where you just lift the rounded knob upwards and the products comes out in a brownish-gel like consistency. I do have to say that I really like it alot and it does sub-up very well.

MY REVIEW:
  I have been using this product for a few weeks now, and I have noticed that it has made my hair softer. At first it would tangle my hair alot, but with continuous use of the product I do see results: it is more hydrated and shiny.

***I find when using paraben-free products you should stay away from silicone based products afterwards. We are trying to detoxify our hair from chemicals so when putting more chemicals on the hair afterwards it does the hair no good. That's what leads to tangles in the hair.***

The cons about this product was the smell. I was gonna throw it away because it smelt really bad. How can I describe the smell to you: smells like a furniture store. (woody scent). But I still kept using it and now I got used to the scent & I am kinda liking it.

How I store my lush collection!

I put saran wrap around each item to keep it from collecting dust. Also, its a clear wrap so you can see each product and it smells great. I put it in decorative containers or as in my case a fish tank, lol...with some pebbles and sea shells.I keep them in my bedroom on my vanity, as decoration. My hair products and face creams are stored in the closet (a cool, dark place).

Come Shop With Me...

  Come and shop with me at http://www.become.com/ where you can find your favourite high-end fashion retailer brands at a fraction of the cost.

  Check out the Alfred Dunner Collection, which manufactures woman's clothing. They are a family owned business, operating mainly out of Canada and the United States. They provide high quality, stylish apparel for the 30 something year old, sophisticated woman.

  My favourite outfit would have to be the animal print dresses. Weather you're going out for a night around time, or if you're looking for a fun dress to wear out shopping with your friends, this dress will make you feel sexy and look stylish. To pair off any outfit why not try the slouch-boots. They look great with any outfit. Wear it dressed-up with dresses or skirts, or wear them down with your jeans tucked in for that super stylish edge.

  All clothes & accessories come in different colors & sizes. Price ranges from low to high to please all women!

My Fav Brush Set

I use the "travel kit nice in pink" because my fav color of all time is PINK.

I bought this set(click here) because 1st of all I LOVE the whole collection and quality of the brushes. They are soft, and produce the best makeup application ever.

I paid about $50 dollars, for 7 brushes which come in a nice pink case.

It came with a pencil brush, tapering, eye shading, large powder brush and others...

Let me know what you guys think of them.

Styup

What is NEW in the World
        of
     FASHION!

Sigma Brushes

My Experience wt: LUSH!!!

When I found out that LUSH was in my hometown I became obssessed with trying their products. All the raving about how good they smell, and how cute they look from youtube beauty guru's, I decided to give it a try.


My thoughts on the store itself!
It smelled so good in there. They had many choices of products, ranging from gift baskets, to body soaps, creams, bath melts, bubble bars, bath bombs, etc... The girls working in there were so nice. They explained how the products work, what they do, & they even had testers to try them out.


I went into the store with one intention only. TO TRY IT OUT! (just one item). But as we all know, we can't resist....
I ended up getting a few items.

The Comforter Bubble Bar

Mrs. Whippy

H'Suan Wen Hua (hair treatment)

R&B (2 of them)

Hello Gorgeous (gift set)

With all that I recieved a nice newsletter explaining all their products.


So, all in all, my experience at the LUSH store was a good 1st impression.


Now I can't wait to take a bath, relax and enjoy my purchases.


Till next time!!!

Lush Cosmetics

      FRESH HANDMADE COSMETICS

BATH - SHOWER - HAIR - SKINCARE - GORILLA PERFUME - GIFTS - RETRO
    
Effective products made from fresh, organic fruit & vegetables, with the finest essential oils and safe synthetics.

                                                 Against animal testing.


BATH PRODUCTS

Mrs. Whippy: Strawberry Ice Cream Scent!
Drop her in your tub and watch her slowly start fizzing. Perfect for long soaks.

She's made with powered soya milk to help relax and leave skin silky smooth.
Gentle on sensitive or dry skin.

Melting Marshmallow Moment: Frothing bath giving off glorious soft skin.

While fizzing and melting, it releases cocoa butter and marshmellow into the water. Plus chamomile powder which soothes & calms the skin.



GIFT SETS:

Hello Gorgeous: Collection of skincare, bath & shower products.

Cold pressed oils & fesh fruit juices soften the skin. It smells faboulous and your skin will love it.

Online Beautyshop

Flat Iron Experts is an online beautyshop featuring its best sellers. Choose from the #1 best of flat iron experts, the #2 most quiet or #3 best budget.

All Salon Quality Products at the fraction of the cost.

• Lowest prices guaranteed.
• Free Shipping over $75 (US/CAN)

Choose from:
blow dryers / hair straightners / curling irons / hair products / etc...



The site is 100% secure!

Payment method used: Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Paypal



BEST HAIR DRYER:

Velecta Paramount TGR-4000i
is number one rated the best hair dryer, and has 100% customer satisfaction rate. Made out of tourmaline ceramic technology, is dryes hair from the inside out, locking in moisture and decreasing drying time by 50%. The hair dryer itself is very hot and by far the best and most popular hair dryer.

BEST FLAT IRON:

KQC X-Heat
number one rated best flat iron around the world. It has been feautured in countless magazines and used by many hairdressers. You can curl, flip, straighten, and tame frizzy hair, keeping in the shine. Heats up to 410 degrees F, in less than 30 seconds.









Here are some of my favorite products that I have purchased this year.

• Velecta Paramount Professional Hair Dryer - TGRXXP

1875 watts, and 2 speeds, with 3 heat settings plus a cool shot button.

I purchased this as a gift for a loved one because I've used it in the past without any problems and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a very good, professional blow dryer. It lasts many years, with very fast
                           drying time.

• Elchim Professional Hair Dryer - 2001

1875 watts, hottest, and with extra airflow that dries your hair quickly and gently.

This hair dryer is used by many hairdressers, and is one of my favorite ones to use. It leaves your hair soft, shiny and works great on very thick hair.







            Check out their webpage at:
                
                 http://www.FlatIronExperts.com/?Click=18922

Yummy Skin Cosmetics

All products are loaded with nourishing ingredients & our products are:

                      -paraben free

                      -dye/artificial colorant free

                      -sulphate free

                      -phthalate free

                      -silicone free

                                                 

  

           

            Yummy Skin used the finest ingredients:

                        

dead sea salt

fruit

avocado oil

almond oil 

grape seed oil

jojoba seed oil

shea butter

honey

chamomile extract

ginko biloba extract

jojoba oil

olive fruit oil

green tea extract

aloe

vitamin a

vitamin c

vitamin d

vitamin e

Products ranging from:

Body cleansers, foot care, body scrubs, body moisterizers, lip conditioners, body soaks, gifts & accessories.



Biotherm Skin-Ergetic

A New Innovation in Fresh Cosmetics    
    -Paraben Free
    -Mineral Oil Free
    -Synthetic Colorant Free



DAY Anti-Ox Complex : provides nutrients to the skin and protects from internal free radicals.

NIGHT D-Tox Complex : detoxifies the skin and eliminates waste and toxins in cells.

SERUM Energy Up Complex : promotes the production of antioxidants and stimulates and self-repairs the skin.


A new skincare line which promotes skin to stay healthy and not look so tired. These products help with dull, tired skin to wake u up and fight the signs of aging.

The Results:
Your skin will look smoother, and moisterized.

Apply the serum morning and night under your usual moisteriser and recieve upto 8 hours of radiant looking skin.