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WHY MINERAL MAKEUP?

2014-01-16T03:46:00.000-08:00

WHY MINERAL MAKEUP?

By Chris Krenzer

“It looks like my skin only better.”

My answer to the question “Why Mineral Makeup?” is “Why would you wear anything else?” The look and benefits far surpass traditional makeup. And the category gets bigger and bigger and more inventive every day with choices from low-end to high-end and everything in between.

It does, however, get more important to examine thoroughly the ingredient list. I had one mass brand explain to me that they put talc in their mineral makeup because it’s a mineral. Yes, but then it’s not mineral makeup; it is traditional makeup relabeled. Be careful of those marketing people – they’re clever!

What minerals should you see in mineral makeup? The quality, quantity, particle size and type differ from brand to brand, but you should see a combination of any of these ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Iron Oxides, Mica or Boron Nitride. The minerals should appear at the top of the ingredient list and not at the bottom. (Ingredients are listed in descending order with the largest amount listed first.)

Why is it important not to dilute minerals with fillers such as talc? The high percentage of minerals is what provides such versatile coverage, sun protection and benefits for the skin. This concentrated pigment also gives the mineral powder such adherence that it rarely transfers or needs touching-up. Traditional colour cosmetics contain 70 – 90% talc and are often coloured with petroleum-derived dyes (FD&C or D&C).

I should add that minerals have no relationship to mineral oil which is a liquid petrolatum, a by-product of petroleum.

I am often asked if minerals are organic. All substances can be divided into two categories:

a) Organic – that which contains organs to support life and will eventually rot (humans and plants, for example)

b) Inorganic – without the organs necessary for life (rocks, for example).

I think what people really mean when they ask me if minerals are organic is: “Are they natural?” That’s a hard question to answer because there isn’t a satisfactory definition of “natural” in our industry. Perhaps a better question would be: “Do they occur naturally?” The answer to that would be “yes and no.” There is a misconception that minerals used in mineral powders come directly from the earth. Even if the FDA allowed that, you wouldn’t want these minerals on your skin because they would be contaminated with heavy metals and other toxins.

All minerals are manipulated extensively in a laboratory and many are made there. This doesn’t make them bad. They are still minerals but they are manufactured under strict laboratory guidelines that ensure their purity.

Perhaps “clean” rather than “natural” is a better word to describe products that are attempting to eliminate toxins and questionable ingredients. Clean has been the mineral makeup pioneers’ quest from the start. Because the category is so much more extensive than it once was, it has opened the door for compromises. Now, you will see mineral powders with talc, parabens, synthetic dyes and other ingredients. However, there are still a few purist brands around. The choice is yours.

Let’s look at what minerals are used and why.

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) – approved as a physical sunscreen – is a manufactured oxide of titanium. Titanium is most commonly found in the mineral rutile (beach sand). TiO2 is seldom used raw but is coated to eliminate oxidation and to increase its ability to refract UV rays. Dimethicone is commonly used as a coating to increase the light scattering properties of TiO2.
Zinc oxide (ZnO) is manufactured from the mineral zincite. ZnO is also approved as a physical sunscreen. This pure white mineral is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. It remains white when exposed to UV light.
Mica occurs naturally but in cosmetics is a manufactured mineral which gives slip and glide to the finished product. It can be used in a larger particle size to provide shimmer or it can be used in a much smaller particle size to render it matte and absorbent. Mica is often used as a colourant.
Boron nitride (BN) is a manufactured white, silky powder that gives smoothness, coverage, slip and sheen. It is also known as the “soft focus” mineral because of its light refraction qualities.
Iron oxides (Fe203), commonly known as rust, are primarily used as colourants. All iron oxides used in cosmetics are synthesized under strict laboratory processes. Iron ore cannot be used from nature because it contains heavy metals.

At the beginning of this article, I made the rather bold statement that the look and benefits of mineral makeup are far superior to traditional makeup. How can I back this up? Well, to begin with, in the ten years that I’ve been intimately involved with mineral makeup, I have never known a woman return to traditional makeup once she’s found a mineral brand she likes. I’ve seen women and men with skin challenges turn their lives around because of the benefits and coverage from mineral makeup. Celebrities become fanatical about it. It has grown from a few pots in a plastic surgeon’s office to a world-wide phenomenon. It is now the fastest growing segment of the cosmetic industry.

Let’s look at some specific benefits. Authentic mineral powders are a foundation, concealer and powder all in one. If the label indicates an SPF, they are also a sunscreen.

Coverage

It is the way mineral makeup interacts with light that creates its celebrated coverage. It can cover almost any distraction without looking heavy and cakey. Minerals interact with light in complicated ways:

They allow light to pass through the particles so it bounces off the skin reflecting back some of the skin’s hue – literally taking on the colour of the skin
They reflect, refract and diffuse light creating a soft focus effect
They create a luminous look to the skin – a healthy, youthful glow

This interaction with light makes colour-matching the skin tone easier than with traditional makeup. In fact, you will rarely see where minerals end and the skin begins. It is important to try minerals on the skin to test for colour. Often, the colour in the jar looks quite different when it is applied.

Allows the skin to breathe

Minerals allow the skin to breathe and function normally – a boon to all skin types but especially for those with acne and rosacea.

Sun Protection

There is no question that sun protection is one of the most important things we can do for the health of the skin. The elegance of minerals is that they make this protection easy, effective and beautiful. However, do not assume that because you have a mineral makeup in your hand that it has sun protection. Assume the reverse unless it has an SPF rating on its label. Mineral sun protection satisfies everything that we want a sunscreen to be. It is part of the makeup not a separate layer. It is non-occlusive, There is no wait for chemicals to absorb before protection begins. It stays where you put it – no running into the eyes. And it is so easy to add more if you need it.

A quick word about SPF protection. SPF only refers to protection against the UVB ray – the shorter ray that goes into the epidermis and creates a burn. The FDA is actually considering changing SPF to SBF (sunburn protection). Why? Because the ray that is now considered more dangerous that UVB is UVA, the longer ray that enters the dermis and injures the collagen and elastin layers. It also lowers the immune system. (UVA creates the tan which is the body’s response to injury. This is the ray that tanning booths use.) Until now there has been no method approved in the US for testing UVA protection. Other countries such as the UK, Australia and Japan have measured UVA for years. The FDA has the Japanese method under consideration for approval and some labs are already conducting these tests. It is reasonable to expect that mineral powders with an SPF rating will also have meaningful UVA protection. Our company’s initial tests have shown this to be true.

Feel and Look

If minerals are applied properly, they should feel weightless on the skin. Some wearers even report that for the first time in many years they can actually feel air on their faces. If minerals feel or look heavy, it is probably an application problem and not the minerals themselves.

Minerals are so versatile that practically any look is attainable. But I think a phrase that I’ve heard more than any other to describe the finished effect is: “It looks like my skin only better.” Perhaps in the end this is what attracts women and men to mineral makeup. It fits perfectly with today’s lifestyle. It’s fast, easy and effective. It’s multi-functional. It allows us to feel natural and look flawless at the same time. And for those of us who are interested in eliminating as many toxins as possible from our lives, it does that too.

Why mineral makeup? Why would you wear anything else?

©Chris Krenzer Mineral Cosmetics..

Drop weight and have TONS OF ENERGY

2013-11-14T01:06:00.001-08:00

Did you know both apples and cinnamon raise your metabolism? This is the ORIGINAL Day Spa Apple Cinnamon Water Recipe! Try this now famous drink, and any day can feel like fall. Fuji and Honey Crisp apples work best as they are the sweetest. Keep in mind this drink has a hint of flavor, should you want it stronger add more apples or slice them thinner.

This recipe has helped 1000′s of people lose weight!

Boost your metabolism naturally with this ZERO CALORIE Detox Drink. Put down the diet sodas and crystal light and try this out for a week.

You will drop weight and have TONS OF ENERGY! Sounds yummy!

1 Apple thinly sliced

1 Cinnamon Stick

Drop apple slices in the bottom of the pitcher and then the cinnamon sticks, cover with ice about 1/2 way up then add water.

Brow Extensions

2013-11-07T04:13:00.001-08:00

MARKET DEFINED FOR BROW TREATMENTS

ILAH Brows the UKs & Irelands most popular Brow treatment is introducing an exciting new Brow Treatment .

Offering a variety of services such as waxing, colour washing and threading, ILAH Brow will now offer Brow extensions, along with its collection of natural brow retail products.

Semi-Permanent Eye Brow extensions, individual hairs that are meticulously attached to your real ones with surgical-grade superglue — like false lashes but for brows. The results last 14 days.

“We’re thrilled to be extending our hands-on practitioner model for salons and clinics’,” says Tina Newman Sales manager for BeautyBrands.ie the Irish distributor for ILAH brows. She adds that the ILAH Brow extension was conceived in response to an increasing demand from customers with hair loss.” There are many different types of hair loss, or alopecia. Hair loss can be due to different types of medications such as those taken for gout, arthritis, depression, hypertension, chemotherapy, and heart problems.

For more information about ILAH Brow Products and training dates call ILAH Brows Irish Distributor Beauty Brands on T: (0) 45 944751or go to www.beautybrands.ie

Email: tina@beautybrands.ie

http://ilahbrows.co.uk/training/

Applying lip liner

2013-11-06T09:28:00.000-08:00

In case you've

been avoiding this little wonder for your lips, let us fill you in on what you’ve been missing.

Lip liner adds definition to the lips.

Who doesn't want full, defined lips? Pairing your lip pencil with a lighter, highlight pencil will keep the lip line clean and can create lift and definition to the lip.” (This trick works wonders on thin upper lips.) “Apply the lighter pencil in bow of the lip, right above your lip liner shade to lift and highlight that area. And when gravity takes a toll we start to see the corner of our lips turn down, use a lighter pencil or concealer to highlight those corners creating a lifted and sculpted look.” Try ChrisKrenzer bright light concealer .

Lip liner prolongs the wear of any lip color.

Applying lip liner before your lipstick or lip gloss helps prevent the colour from bleeding or feathering–making it a dream for dark lipstick lovers. Chris Krenzer Makeup Artist Tina Newman suggests using lip liner as a base. Simply lining and filling in your lips with a pencil will give your lip colour something to adhere to, thus increasing its staying power. If all that lip liner seems a little daunting, start with a clear lip pencil, like ChrisKrenzer Natural Lip Pencil..

Even the lipstick averse can appreciate lip liner.

Lip liner is not just for the red lip loving set. Tina Newman notes, “Even if you’re not a big lip wearer, you can still benefit from lip liner. Pick a nude/natural shade that is close to your natural lip color and lightly trace the natural lip line to define the shape. Buff out the edges into the center of the lip with a brush and layer with a clear gloss.” Tina Newman loves the long wear of ChrisKrenzer Diamond Gloss. It’s the no muss no fuss solution to a pretty pout.

The right application makes a big difference.

For a smooth gliding application and a fluid line, Tina Newman recommends prepping lips with a light lip balm first. Part your lips slightly (this will keep your lips closest to their natural shape) and apply the liner using light, short strokes. Always follow your natural lip shape–overdrawn lips are not a good look. If you start to draw the pencil across your lips and it tugs the skin, then the pencil is too hard. Try sharpening the pencil and warming the point between your thumb and index finger to soften it.

Have we converted you into a lip liner lover? Tell us below!

Clever Beach Wear

2013-08-01T16:19:00.003-07:00

The Saress® beach cover up was born of the need to create & design a flattering solution to the dated, difficult, awkward sarong which we have never felt confident in.

Forget knots, ties or fasteners none are required. Our design registered exclusive has a loop at 2 corners so you simply slip the Saress® around your back, thread opposite arms through the loops for an easy elegant flattering beach cover up in seconds - its sensational!

The look is stunning & timeless, with a crossover effect that enhances the bust, trims the waist & skims over the thighs, tummy & bottom, draping low at the back, creating an ultra feminine shape. Using our very special fabric which is essential to the perfect drape of the Saress® cool comfortable & crease-free, with a touch of stretch it allows you to move with ease & confidence.Unlike the Sarong it retains it's shape & stays in place.

Antistatic it also dries in seconds and is perfect for the social woman, it will ‘capture eyes’ from the beach, to the pool, to the bistro, allowing all women to be sexy yet refined and elegant,slims and shapes.

http://www.saress.com

Oxegen makeup must haves

2013-08-01T12:02:00.001-07:00

Dry Shampoo, by Batiste - €4.99:

Let's face it, you're gonna get greasy! Whether you like it or not, you're not going to get a good wash in festival showers, and thats only if you're brave enough to get in! Dry shampoo is a must have for me to tide over your roots until you can get home into your own bath or shower.

Sunglasses, by SpeckyFourEyes - €18*

I LOVE this pair of sunglasses, and I can't wait to wear them to festivals this summer. I love the multicoloured print, and the lightweight plastic frames are comfortable to wear. As gorgeous as your brand new Ray Bans probably are, it is not worth taking them to a festival where you may well lose or damage them. These lovely and very affordable pair are therefore perfect, and will look awesome in the process!

Strawberry Body Butter, by The Body Shop - €15*

When your skin is exposed to the elements when you're staying in a tent, you need to take care of it! Body Butters are great for this, and you may as well use one that smells great in the process! I love this strawberry body butter as the gorgeous scent means I don't need to bother with perfume, which I would worry about losing. It keeps skin soft and lovely, as you never know who you might bump into!

Sun Lotion and After Sun Lotion, Formula by Marks and Spencer - £4.75 each (they are currently half price! Normally £9.50)

Kind of an obvious one, as you really can't go outside for a whole weekend without sun protection! I love this lotion as it is light and moisturising to the skin, and has a lovely fresh scent. The aftersun is a necessity for me too, as unfortunately, when you're out all day, you're bound to get at least a little bit burnt, and this lotion soothes out any redness.

PocketBac Antibacterial gel by Bath and Bodyworks.

Festivals are sadly not the cleanest places, and so this one speaks for itself really. The floral Japanese Cherry Blossom scent is much nicer than the generic alcohol scent of normal antibac gels, so this one comes with me wherever I go.

Makeup:

You never know what the weather holds do I tend to stick with Chris Krenzer Mineral Makeup mainly because it is sweat proof if its sunny and water proof if it rains . My must haves are also a bold, long lasting eyeliner, my favourites are Glam Eyes by Rimmel, and Chris Krenzer Mineral Makeup. Similarly, bold brows are a bonus, and this Ilah brows palette is perfect for quick and easy styling. Finally, I never go without a good concealer, and Bright light mineral eye concealer is the best for banishing pesky under eye circles and hydrating you skin, and if you're telling me you can go a whole weekend partying without grey bags, then please let me know your secret!

What are your festival must haves?

xxx

Summer Makeup Tips

2013-07-10T02:49:00.001-07:00

Summer is full of pleasures — but melting makeup, sliding eyeliner, and supersticky lipstick are not among them. "In hot weather, applying your makeup should be as simple and comfy as putting on your favorite pair of jeans and flip-flops, But the heat and humidity are a challenge, so you have to make a few little changes to your routine. That's why we have some great tips for keeping makeup looking fresh and pretty, even when the weather is working against you.

1. Make time for primer. You won't regret the few seconds it will take to smooth on a primer, which goes on after moisturizer but before face makeup. Like house-paint primer, it provides a smooth base for whatever goes on next. Primers are definitely the way to go in summer. They're incredibly light — they don't feel at all like a heavy, additional layer — and they really help hold makeup in place. However Chris Krenzers 4 in 1 contains, Concealer, primer, foundation & Finishing powder, with an added SPF 20!

2. Lighten your face makeup. Just as you switch to breezy skirts and linen blouses, dress your face with lighter makeup. First step: Swap foundation for tinted moisturizer. These sheer formulas look and feel airier on skin and are less likely to turn cakey on steamy days

Feeling a little too exposed? We recommend brushing powder foundation over the tinted moisturizer in spots where you need a little extra coverage — say, on blemishes or areas of redness around your nose. Try Chris Krenzer 4 in 1 Powder Base ($42, chriskrenzer.com).

3. Bronze believably. Bronzer makes your eyes look brighter, your teeth whiter — everyone looks better with a little warmth added to their skin. To keep the results looking fresh and natural, we recommend applying bronzer just to the high points of your face, where the sun naturally hits you: forehead, cheekbones, chin, and nose. (Covering every nook and cranny is what gives you that fake, baked look.) Powder bronzers are the easiest to apply; look for one with varying shades — they'll swirl together for the most authentic-looking results. Try Chris Krenzer Bronzing Swirl Bronzing Powder. Another essential for keeping it real: a brush with long, loose, fluffy bristles — anything densely packed will deposit too much color. Prescriptives Bronzer Brush (€32, department stores) is a great choice. And be sure to sweep a little bronzer onto your neck and earlobes, especially if you have short hair or are wearing a ponytail. A tan face that's framed by pale ears will out you fast.

WEDDING-DAY BRIDAL EMERGENCY KIT

2013-06-27T03:01:00.002-07:00

I think it’s safe to say that every girl has got her little list of items that can always, always, always be found in her purse, no matter where she’s heading. That list might include blotting papers or lip gloss or a hair tie—and when you rummage around in your bag for one of them and come up empty, panic ensues. You do not want this to happen on your wedding day.

No, on your wedding day, you want to have put some actual time and thought into what supplies will be in your presence—not in your beautiful little vintage clutch, of course, but rather, in some handy tote stashed somewhere out of the way but where you can always get to it, and in the charge of one of your bridesmaids.

This topic happened to come up this week when a friend asked me what she should be bringing along by way of a bridal emergency kit like this for her sister’s wedding. To help her out, I dug up something I wrote several issues ago that put together a pretty comprehensive list, which I’m going to share with you, now, too. (Though I have, since the below was written, added band-aids and Advil, after the lovely experience of toppling out of the trolley and onto my knees when the bridal party I was in stopped at the Museum of Art for pictures before my friend’s wedding. Ouch. And blood.)

Here it is. Go forth and be prepared.

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Flash back to two summers ago, and five bridesmaids gathered around a large canvas bag. As ‘maids to our dear bride, it was our solemn duty to fill this tote with emergency supplies fit to cover every fathomable wedding-day catastrophe. Although we wondered if it would be worth lugging this kit around, the late-June afternoon to follow would answer our question. We joke (now, we joke) that the most commonly heard words throughout the day were: “Get the Bag.”

Hour by hour, here are a few ways the Bag saved us from cosmetic peril:

PRE-CEREMONY PHOTOGRAPHY During pictures on the front lawn, the previous calm bride bursts into tears during a pose with her parents. Q-tips, eye-makeup remover and tissues make sure she is spic and span for the next photo op. Mineral Bright Eye Concealer From Chris Krenzer come in handy to de-puff the surrounding eye area later in the day when these bursts become frequent.

POST-CEREMONY PHOTOGRAPHY An unfortunately incident involving stiletto meeting hem leaves our bride with a rip in her gorgeous ivory-cream dress. Cue the sewing kit. The concerned bride plants herself in a pew as my mother stitches her dress back into perfection.

PRE-RECEPTION The bride emerges from her limo wearing the telltale sign of newlywed smooching: no lipstick. We reapply her makeup (and clean up the groom), but an hour of posing in the mid-summer sun leaves the bride and her entire party feeling a little less than fresh. Upstairs in the bridal-party suite of the reception venue, the Bag reveals our saviors: Dove Body Refreshers,baby powder, deodorant and perfume. Face powder and concealer are applied as needed, chignons are tightened with bobby pins, curls are reinforced with hair spray, and the party begins.

RECEPTION See all of the above; pop mints as needed.

AMONG THE UNUSED A few items found themselves untouched in the Bag, and although the bride was grateful that this was the case, she was highly appreciative of their presence:

· Smelling salts, in case she (or, more likely, the groom) keeled over during a pivotal moment, requiring immediate resuscitation.

· Tampons (self-explanatory).

· Spot remover, in tragic case of lipstick, powder, soup, wine or chocolate landing anywhere near the Dress.

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To keep the bride looking her very prettiest and most fresh from the first sip of champagne to the last. And she even included her recs, from “fancy” to more budget-friendly! Here’s what the pro says:

· Powder, both for combating shine and keeping makeup in place. Laura Mercier Smooth Focus Pressed Setting Powder – Shine Control in Matte Translucent; Chris Krenzer HD Correcting powder .

· Lipstick, “Because a bride needs lips!” and added on that long-wear is best. Chris Krenzer Lip Colour and Chanel Rouge Double Intensite Ultra Wear Lip Color Tarte LipSurgence Lip Tint ($24); and Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain.

· Good idea: “Clear gloss. If nothing else, you get a little shine.” Chris Krenzer Diamond lip gloss or MAC Clear Gloss

· A pen-style highlighter/concealer. “It’ll fix any sort of smudge under the eyes or lipstick marks on cheeks.” She likes YSL Touche Eclat . Chris Krenzer Bright Light Eye Concealer and L’Oreal Magic Lumi Highlighter.

· Other add-ons she’d suggest: A wedge sponge for clean-ups and Evian Water Spray “for feel-good spritzing and refreshing.”

So there you have it! If you’re a bridesmaid, get packing. And if you’re a bride, please do share this with your girls. Because that whole “better safe than sorry” thing? This is the day to really take that little adage to heart.

Anyone have anything to add to this list, especially from experience? Please share!

Reshape Your Face: How to use Highlight & Contour

2013-06-21T01:45:00.001-07:00

Reshape Your Face: How to use Highlight & Contour

Bring out your best features and minimize your not-so-best ones. With the right know-how and plenty of practice, you can easily use your makeup to reshape your face and bring attention to what you love about your face while subtly hiding the flaws. All you need are the right makeup tools, colors/shades, and application tips. Of course each face shape has its own instructions for reshaping so make sure you follow the right set of directions and application tips. In most cases, you’ll need the following:

Large, round makeup brush

Foundation

Pressed Powder

Blush

Bronzer

Highlighting Powder

General Tips to follow:

To find out what shape are you, simply touch your face and feel the structure.

Always contour with a matt finish powder/cream. Everything with a shimmer in it will make the area to pop out.

Whether you use cream or powder, always start with the creams first.

Oval Shaped face

Characteristics

Considered the perfect shape face Length is equal to one and a half times width
Equal distance from hairline to eyebrows, from eyebrows to tip of nose and from nose to chin
Forehead and jaw the same width
Prominent cheekbones

Techniques

Apply blush just under the ball of cheekbone, directly below the outer part of the iris
Extend in smooth arc, fading toward top of ear

Celebrity Ovals

Cameron Diaz, Cindy Crawford, Courtney Cox Arquette, Elle MacPherson, Heather Locklear, Mariah Carey, Sharon Stone, Tyra Banks, Uma Thurman, Jessica Alba and Julia Roberts.

Diamond shaped face

Characteristics

Forehead and cheekbones are narrow
Wide jaw line

Objective

To balance Forehead and jaw line must appear wider

Techniques

Apply lighter shade of foundation at angle on both sides of forehead.
Apply lighter shade of foundation at angle from middle to bottom of jaw line.
Your cheekbones are your best asset, so be sure to give them a little blush. Apply blush on the ball of the cheek in a crescent shape. Blend outward out toward hairline.

Celebrity Diamonds

Katherine Hepburn, Sophia Loren and Linda Evangelista.

Heart shaped face

Characteristics

Widest across forehead
Tapers down to cheeks, then down to narrow, sometimes pointed chin.
Jawline is not prominent

Objective

To balance face: forehead must appear more narrow and lower half of face more wide.

Techniques

Apply regular foundation before contouring makeup
Apply darker shade of foundation on either side of forehead to diminish the width of your upper face.
Apply lighter shade of foundation at either side of jaw line
Apply blush starting under the ball of the cheeks
Blend away toward the center of the ear

Celebrity Hearts

Ashley Judd, Claudia Schiffer, Lucy Lawless, Michelle Pfeifer, Naomi Campbell, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Lisa Kudrow.

Rectangle/Square shaped face

Characteristics

Width of cheeks and forehead are similar
Width of jaw line and forehead are similar
Prominent jaw line
Angular overall appearance

Objective

To soften angles Forehead and jaw line must appear narrower

Techniques

Apply regular foundation before contouring makeup
To make forehead appear more oval, apply darker shade of foundation on either side of forehead and blend
To make jaw appear more oval, apply darker shade of foundation on either side of jaw line and blend
Apply concentration of blush directly on the ball of the cheek. Blend toward the top of the ear for a square face and middle of the ear

Celebrity rectangles

Janet Jackson, Jessica Simpson, Isabella Rosellini, Mandy Moore, Hilary Swank, Mena Suvari, Sandra Bullock, Calista Flockhart, and Demi Moore.

Oblong shaped face

Characteristics

Width of the face is thinner then the length
Pointed/Narrow chin

Objectives

Face length must appear shorter and lower half of face wider

Techniques

When enhancing a long shaped face never highlight, as this will make your face look longer
Contour across the lower section of your chin to shorten your face length
Apply Blush to the apples of your cheek to widen your face. The proper way of putting blusher on a long shape face is to start at the cheeks’ center and sweep it outwards across the face.

Celebrity Oblongs

Gabrielle Reece, Niki Taylor, Stephanie Seymour, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kirstie Alley.

Natural makeup for a stunning summer look

2013-06-18T06:57:00.002-07:00

Natural makeup for a stunning summer look

Now that we are in the swing of summer, it’s the perfect opportunity to update your look. Instead of buying makeup that is packed with artificial ingredients, opt for natural makeup featuring botanicals and nutrients that feed your skin. Here are some of our favorite picks for the face, eyes and lips from natural brands you can trust.

For the Face – Chris Krnzer Minerals

Chris Krenzer Minerals was developed in collaboration with professional makeup artists in order to bring consumers effective, natural options that work well on even the most sensitive skin. Products are vegan with no GMO’s and no nanoparticles and contain organic fruits and botanicals. The Concealer helps to hide and fade minor blemishes and is enriched with certified organic raspberry, pomegranate, grape and rosemary. The Soft Rose Blush contains crushed red rose petals that provide natural color and fragrance for a natural, sheer matte finish. The Bronzer is derived exclusively from fruits, botanicals and clays offers a natural ultra sheer finish with just a hint of shimmer. Finally, the Foundation resists caking and settling in lines and pores to provide a silky smooth natural matte finish. www.chriskrenzer.com

For the Eyes – Mineral Fusion

Based in Denver, Mineral Fusion began as a mineral cosmetics brand in 2007 and now is the leading natural cosmetic brand proudly offering cosmetics that help to improve the complexion while nourishing the skin. We especially love their eye shadows in distinct shades, which go on flawlessly and do not crease. For instance, the Diversity Trio Eye Shadow palette offers a delightful trio of rich plum, shimmering pink & matte taupe that looks good on just about everyone. The fabulous Eye Pencils are enriched with skin-soothing botanicals to glide on smoothly and define and enhance eyes. Also, make sure to check out their NEW Glow & Go Volumizing Mascara with a full-bristle brush that effortlessly coats to create thicker and fuller lashes. www.mineralfusion.com

For the Lips - Dr. Hauschka

Dr. Hauschka Decorative Cosmetics work to support the skin’s natural processes with nurturing botanicals that help it achieve a healthy, balanced and radiant state. Dr. Hauschka Lip Cosmetics highlight with just the right amount of shine while imparting valuable and healing nutrients such as mango butter and apricot kernel oil to keep lips moisturized and protected. You’ll find a variety of glosses, lipliners and lipsticks depending on the look you want to achieve. We especially love the Lip Glosses in two easy colors that highlight your lip’s own beautiful tones and feature seabuckthorn oil to deliver beneficial vitamins and antioxidants. Another favorite is the moisture rich Lipstick Novum in four stunning moisture-rich radiant colors that enhance as they refine, renew and protect. Try the Copper Beach color to add a glittery touch of summer. www.drhauschka.com

Tags: dr. hauschka,chris krenzer, mineral fusion, natural makeup options, natural summer makeup tips, Rejuva Minerals

WHY MINERAL MAKEUP?

2013-05-16T03:31:00.000-07:00

“It looks like my skin only better.”

What minerals should you see in mineral makeup? The quality, quantity, particle size and type differ from brand to brand, but you should see a combination of any of these ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Iron Oxides, Mica, Bismuth Oxychloride or Boron Nitride. The minerals should appear at the top of the ingredient list and not at the bottom. (Ingredients are listed in descending order with the largest amount listed first.)

Why is it important not to dilute minerals with fillers such as talc? The high percentage of minerals is what provides such versatile coverage, sun protection and benefits for the skin. This concentrated pigment also gives the mineral powder such adherence that it rarely transfers or needs touching-up. Traditional color cosmetics contain 70 – 90% talc and are often colored with petroleum-derived dyes (FD&C or D&C).

I should add that minerals have no relationship to mineral oil which is a liquid petrolatum, a by-product of petroleum.

I am often asked if minerals are organic. All substances can be divided into two categories:

a) Organic – that which contains organs to support life and will eventually rot (humans and plants, for example)

b) Inorganic – without the organs necessary for life (rocks, for example).

Let’s look at what minerals are used and why.

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) – approved as a physical sunscreen – is a manufactured oxide of titanium. Titanium is most commonly found in the mineral rutile (beach sand). TiO2 is seldom used raw but is coated to eliminate oxidation and to increase its ability to refract UV rays. Dimethicone is commonly used as a coating to increase the light scattering properties of TiO2.
Zinc oxide (ZnO) is manufactured from the mineral zincite. ZnO is also approved as a physical sunscreen. This pure white mineral is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. It remains white when exposed to UV light.
Mica occurs naturally but in cosmetics is a manufactured mineral which gives slip and glide to the finished product. It can be used in a larger particle size to provide shimmer or it can be used in a much smaller particle size to render it matte and absorbent. Mica is often used as a colorant.
Bismuth oxychloride is a synthetically prepared iridescent white or nearly white powder. Its metallic sheen has led it to being called synthetic pearl. It adds color, coverage and adhesion to the finished product.
Boron nitride (BN) is a manufactured white, silky powder that gives smoothness, coverage, slip and sheen. It is also known as the “soft focus” mineral because of its light refraction qualities.
Iron oxides (Fe203), commonly known as rust, are primarily used as colorants. All iron oxides used in cosmetics are synthesized under strict laboratory processes. Iron ore cannot be used from nature because it contains heavy metals.

At the beginning of this article, I made the rather bold statement that the look and benefits of mineral makeup are far superior to traditional makeup. How can I back this up? Well, to begin with, in the fourteen years that I’ve been intimately involved with mineral makeup, I have never known a woman return to traditional makeup once she’s found a mineral brand she likes. I’ve seen women and men with skin challenges turn their lives around because of the benefits and coverage from mineral makeup. Celebrities become fanatical about it. It has grown from a few pots in a plastic surgeon’s office to a world-wide phenomenon. It is now the fastest growing segment of the cosmetic industry.

Let’s look at some specific benefits. Authentic mineral powders are a foundation, concealer and powder all in one. If the label indicates an SPF, they are also a sunscreen.

Coverage

They allow light to pass through the particles so it bounces off the skin reflecting back some of the skin’s hue – literally taking on the color of the skin
They reflect, refract and diffuse light creating a soft focus effect
They create a luminous look to the skin – a healthy, youthful glow

This interaction with light makes color-matching the skin tone easier than with traditional makeup. In fact, you will rarely see where minerals end and the skin begins. It is important to try minerals on the skin to test for color. Often, the color in the jar looks quite different when it is applied.

Allows the skin to breathe

Minerals allow the skin to breathe and function normally – a boon to all skin types but especially for those with acne and rosacea.

Sun Protection

Feel and Look

Why mineral makeup? Why would you wear anything else?

Irish Mineral Makeup - Chris Krenzer Mineral Cosmetics

www.BeautyBrands.ie

Step by Step Eyebrow Filling Tutorial.

2013-05-03T07:34:00.000-07:00

Everyone uses different brow filling methods - some swear soley by pencils, while others prefer brow powders. You may even prefer a cream product (such as a brown cream liner) or a brow-marker (such as Brow Tint Pen). I love ILAH Brow travel kit. Today, I'm going to go through one way I fill in my brows using both an eyebrow stencil and an eyebrow powder.

I don't always use both products, but I like combining both because the stencil yields a very precise, clean line, whereas the brow powder gives a softer, more natural diffused line. The result is a very clean and precise brow, yet it's not as straight/chiseled as it would be if only a pencil was used.

What the kit contains:

 Brow Kit (Blonde, Brunette, Charcoal)

 Eye shadow highlighter

 Mineral Brow wax ( also use as a lip balm)

 3 Stencils

 Double sided Brow brush

Here's the classic diagram of where your brows should ideally start, arch and end. Since we all have different face shapes, natural brow shapes, etc, this figure might not work for everyone. It's often referred to as the ideal brow - with the beginning of the brow lining up with the side of your nose (if you hold a pencil vertical to your nose, it should line up with the beginning of your brows). But depending on the symmetry of your nose, placement of the eyes (if they are very far apart for instance), etc, this method may not work. Instead, I use the "Paris" stencil. Three stencils come in this kit and they fit over 98% of eye shapes !

Thanks !!

8 best ways to lose your belly fat

2013-04-09T15:25:00.000-07:00

A common question is how successfully to get rid of stomach fat quickly. Who doesn’t want flat stomach? Around 70% of USA and Europe adult population is not happy with their weight and most of them would like to lose belly fat altogether. It has been scientifically explained! High level cortisol in our body is one of the main culprits to gain weight in our stomach area. Due to stress, cortisol secretion is increasing. The good news is achieving belly fat is not as difficult as most of the people think. Here are 7 best ways to lose your stomach fat in no time!

1. Sleep enough!
At least 8 hours of sleep needed of your body to recover from daily stress load

2. Forget about alcohol
Alcohol is calorie. Drink a glass of wine with dinner and you will feel the button of his jeans cuts in your belly. Reduce the alcohol to a bare minimum to have a strong stomach and a beautiful flat belly.

3. Avoid Soda
Instead of soda, drink more water, green tea and fruit juices without artificial sweeteners.
You will feel more comfortable and your stomach will be swollen.

4. Cut out fast food and sugar
Carbs hold water and that your belly swells. It’s easy to eat 1,000 grams or more carbohydrates weekend; just a pizza, a few drinks and dessert, than these carbs can easily lift a pointer on the scales of up to 2 kg on Monday.

5. Drink much water with lemon
Giving up sparkling, opt for plain or mineral water with some lemon in it. Lemon helps digestion and is a natural diuretic, so earning excess water from the body.

6. Vitamin C
When you’re under stress, cortisol secretion is extremely high Vitamin C helps balance the cortisol levels in your body

7. Doing bearing exercises
Exercises like crunches and all other related abdominal muscles are the best effective method of getting flat tummy and shaping the so-called 6 “tiles”.

8. No supplements and fat burners
You don’t need to spend money on expensive supplements and fat burners. You must use the natural power of food and sports to achieve the desired flat stomach

Attract More Clients to your Salon

2013-03-25T05:40:00.000-07:00

“How can I find out if a new treatment will attract new clients and / or be popular with existing clients?”

Getting new customers and keeping the old ones can be a hard task. There are always salons who will offer great incentives to new customers that will end up stealing your customers. You have to make sure you treat your current customers with respect, keep your prices competitive, and give incentives to stay with you.

In order to attract new customers make sure your salon offers a competitive new rate for new customers. Create an advertising campaign that includes a lot of different types of advertising.

To help keep your customers, give them a discount for being with them for a long time. When a customer stays with a Salon for a while, they begin to feel loyalty to it. They will want to stay with the salon because of that bond. However, they will leave if it means a lot less money they have to pay. Give your existing customers incentives too.

It may not seem that important to keep the old customers when you can just get new ones and they will eventually just come back to you, but it is actually really beneficial. Customers who have been with the company are loyal to you. They are also more willing to work with you if something goes wrong.

Improve Training for all Therapists

Employees who have daily interaction with customers often leave a lasting impression

Provide Timely Responses

We all know demanding it can be running a Salon especially if you don’t have a receptionist. Try moving your clients to booking appointments online via your website, email or Facebook. This will give to time to respond

Offer More Proactive Ideas

As a beauty service and product supplier, customers look to you as the expert. They rely on you to perform important tasks they cannot do themselves. Give tips and trick via socail networking sites on how clients can maintain their treatments

Social Networking

Have your client write a testimonial for your on a Social Networking site. A person who does business with you becomes a great advertising tool for your business. A satisfied customer will spread the word about your business, which will eventually attract new clients for your business.

With this in mind, you must be sure to provide excellent customer satisfaction, so that it creates a domino effect of new clients to your business.

New Treatments / New products :

•Ilah Brows is a superb treatment that makes great business sense. Clients want the ILAH Brow look –they’ve seen it in the media, and are asking for it in salons. Demand for training is growing by the day and we are the ONLY Provider of official ILAH Brow training in Ireland.

Thanks for reading :)

St. Patrick’s Day Makeup Ideas

2013-03-15T08:02:00.000-07:00

St. Patrick’s Day is fast-approaching! Leprechauns, shamrocks, and pots of gold abound, but we're totally stoked about the makeup! The Irish festival gives the green light on all things emerald, but don't feel limited to one color or style—myriad looks exist for every skin tone imaginable. And you bet your lucky charms we've rounded up our community favorites. Try these St. Paddy's day makeup looks and you're guaranteed a pinch-proof celebration!

EIMEAR B.

Take St. Patty's makeup inspiration from a true Irish Beauty herself. Eimear (left) goes the patriotic route by teaming up an emerald green crease with a pop of ginger on the lid. A sharp black wing finishes with a color-blocked white accent, giving this Northern UK eye a retro-modern feel.

HEIDI L.

Heidi gives Chanel's bedazzled brow trend a verdant twist! In her playful take on a smoky eye (center), she pairs a clear lime hue with a cool khaki—lime's grungier sister—in the crease. Sky-high falsies and matching rhinestones finish the look.

STEPHANIE L.

Looking for a vibrant pastel eye to celebrate the merry occasion? Try Stephanie's glittering aqua-jade eye (right)—just look at her blending, the colors, and her luminescent skin! It's Emerald City, reinvented.

Contouring is an Art

2013-02-05T16:11:00.001-08:00

I’d talk about the art of contouring. What is contouring you may ask? Contouring is essentially the opposite of highlighting. While highlighting is meant to accentuate features in your face, contouring is meant to minimize features by darkening areas. Contouring is a great way to make your face look thinner and more structured.

To contour, you can use a contour brush, sponge, or your own fingers. Then you would either need a bronzer, liquid or powder foundation, or I have heard some people use eye shadow. Whatever your choice, you must choose a shade only slightly darker than your skin tone; maybe only two or three shades darker. Any darker will make your contouring look unnatural. The usual areas to contour are on the sides of your nose, under your cheekbone, on the sides of your forehead, and under your neck, if necessary.

Darkening the sides of your nose makes your nose look thinner. Darkening under your cheekbones gives the appearance of hollowed cheeks, which makes your cheek bones look more prominent. Contouring the sides of your forehead makes your forehead look thinner, and darkening under your neck makes your neck look thinner as well.

When using liquid foundation, it would be best to use a sponge or finger tips. You would really need to blend the foundation into your face in the areas needed, so the areas look like they are in the shadow. If you use eye shadow or powder based foundation to contour, you should use a contouring brush. If you need help finding a good contouring brush, MAC #168 has great reviews. Since there are both liquid and powder kinds of bronzer, you should use either liquid or powder methods to apply the bronzer. Here are pictures of Kim Kardashian before and after her makeup routine, which happens to include both highlighting and contouring.

Before

Contouring definitely takes a lot of practice, but with enough practice, your face will be ready for the cover of any magazine! I hope my tips helped, until next time!

After

Applying Foundation: Fingers or Brushes?

2013-02-05T12:44:00.000-08:00

Applying Foundation: Fingers or Brushes?

When applying foundation, what do you usually do? Do you blend directly with your fingers or do you use tools, like brushes or sponges?

Let's take an in-depth look at these two different techniques for applying your face makeup.

Fingers Brushes

Fingers

Why it works:

The natural heat of your body allows the makeup to melt in your hands.
Many members agree that using your fingers is more precise.
Brushes cost money, but your fingers are free! No splurging on expensive tools.

Why you should avoid it:

If you don't wash your hands, using your fingers can spread bacteria to the face.
Even if you do wash your hands, fingers still spread oils around that lead to acne.
Finger application can be messy - watch out for stained hands!

Brushes

Why it works:

With so many brush types, you can experiment for the perfect finish.
Having a brush set allows you to apply makeup on friends without the germs.
Brushes (and sponges) usually give a lighter, less caked-on finish.

Why you should avoid it:

Brushes and sponges are absorbent, so you might waste more product.
Without proper cleaning, these tools will be full of bacteria and dead skin cells.
Makeup brushes and sponges can be expensive if you're a newbie.

Final verdict: Both techniques have the same number of pros and cons, so there's no clear answer as to which is the best. Experiment and find what works best for you. You might find, for example, that brushes are better for powders while fingers are better for liquids.

No matter which technique you use, though, make sure you keep your tools (whether they're attached to your body or not!) clean before makeup application. Brushes should be washed at least once a week with brush cleanser, and your make sure you wash your hands before rubbing on product.

Recommended Products:

MAC #190 Foundation Brush
Chris Krenzer 24 piece Synthetic Brush Set
NIMA Brushes
e.l.f. Studio Brush Cleaner

TOP 3 BLACK GEL LINERS FOR ALL BUDGETS

2013-01-31T17:27:00.000-08:00

TOP 3 BLACK GEL LINERS FOR ALL

BUDGETS

With black gel liner a key staple in all our makeup kits these days I get asked a lot by clients or by you lovely lot via Facebook message which I would recommend so I've compiled my top 3 suitable for all budgets. I've chosen these 3 for their long lasting, easy to work with texture along with the fact they don't dry out as quickly as some others on the market :-)

1: Essence Black Gel Liner : priced around €2, available at Pennys, Sam McCauleys Chemist and all Essence stockists nationwide.

2: Inglot no77 Black Gel Liner ( my personal fave): priced approx €12 available at all Inglot stores nationwide

3: MAC Blacktrack Gel Liner: priced around €17 available @ MAC counters @ Brown Thomas Limerick, Cork, Dublin & Galway.

***For those of you with pots of dried out gel liner pick yourself up a tube of Duraline from Inglot priced at €10 - a couple of drops of this little gem will instantly revive your pot of liner ***

***Top tip: When using black gel liner I ALWAYS use an angled brush as it gives a more precise and sharp line around the eye especially at the corner where sometimes it can be difficult to achieve that evenly finished point ***

Acne Prone Skin

2013-01-31T17:22:00.000-08:00

What is your acne telling you?

1 & 2: Digestive System — Eat less processed or junk food, reduce the amount of fat in your diet, step up water intake and opt for cooling things like cucumbers.

3: Liver — Cut out the alcohol, greasy food and dairy. This is the zone where food allergies also show up first, so take a look at your ingredients. Besides all this, do 30 minutes of light exercise every day and get adequate sleep so your liver can rest.

4 & 5: Kidneys — Anything around the eyes (including dark circles) point to dehydration. Drink up!

6: Heart — Check your blood pressure and Vitamin B levels. Decrease the intake of spicy or pungent food, cut down on meat and get more fresh air. Besides this, look into ways to lower cholesterol, like replacing “bad fats” with “good fats” such as Omegas 3 and 6 found in nuts, avocados, fish and flax seed. Also, since this area is chock-full of dilated pores, check that your makeup is not past its expiry date or is skin-clogging.

7 & 8: Kidneys — Again, drink up! And cut down on aerated drinks, coffee and alcohol as these will cause further dehydration.

Zone 9 & 10: Respiratory system — Do you smoke? Have allergies? This is your problem area for both. If neither of these is the issue, don’t let your body overheat, eat more cooling foods, cut down on sugar and get more fresh air. Also keep the body more alkaline by avoiding foods that make the body acidic (meat, dairy, alcohol, caffeine, sugar) and adding more alkalizing foods like green veggies and wheatgrass juice. Another thing that most of forget – dirty cell phones and pillow cases are two of the top acne culprits and this area is what they affect the most!

Zone 11 & 12: Hormones — This is the signature zone for stress and hormonal changes. And while both are sometimes unavoidable, you can decrease their effect by getting adequate sleep, drinking enough water, eating leafy veggies and keeping skin scrupulously clean. Another interesting point: breakouts in this area indicate when you are ovulating (and on which side).

Zone 13: Stomach — Step up the fibre intake, reduce the toxin overload and drink herbal teas to help with digestion.

14: Illness — Zits here can be a sign that your body is fighting bacteria to avoid illness. Give it a break, take a yoga class, take a nap, take time to breathe deeply, drink plenty of water and know that everything always works out!

So the next time you break out or notice dark under-eye circles, look to your face map: your skin is probably trying to communicate on behalf of the internal organs. However, do remember that, as with all medical issues, it is always best to see your doctor or dermotologist for a proper prognosis. This is just a general guide to head you off in the right investigative direction – just because you break out between the brows doesn’t always mean you have a bad liver!

Mineral makeup is an amazing

2013-01-17T06:07:00.000-08:00

Mineral makeup is an amazing option for women for so many reasons. Here are a few:

For those with sensitive skin–
Chris Krenzer Mineral Makeup™ does NOT contain any known irritating ingredients like Bismuth Oxychloride, Heavy Minerals, Coated Minerals, Preservatives, Parabens, Fragrances, Silicones, Petrochemicals, Artificial Colors or Dyes, Animal Derived Colors, Silica, Boron Nitride, Talc or Cornstarch. This makes mineral makeup among the best options available for sensitive skin.

With mineral makeup, there are no preservatives. Chemically processed cosmetics normally add water to the product to create a smoother texture and to make it easier to apply. Adding water also makes a product susceptible to bacteria, so companies have to add preservatives to protect the product and to give it a longer shelf life. You should know that those preservatives are designed to protect the product, not your skin. In fact, preservatives are one of the leading causes for skin irritations. Mineral makeups are loose, dried fine powders with no water added — and therefore absolutely NO preservatives to cause irritation or damage to your skin.

For busy women who doesn’t have time for several touch-ups–
Chris Krenzer Mineral Makeup™ premium products with Dead Sea Minerals, it not only feels silky, soft and natural, but also hydrates your skin. These premium products have excellent coverage with longer staying power, requires fewer touch ups throughout your day. It truly is lower maintenance and more economical because the products last longer than traditional cosmetics.

For those who wear makeup frequently –
Chris Krenzer Mineral Makeup™ is a great alternative for those who wear makeup daily – especially models, actors, and actresses. If you wear makeup frequently, it’s simply better for your skin to use mineral makeup that causes less irritation, fewer clogged pores and breakouts. With mineral makeup your skin will remain in better shape and the irritation of frequent wear will end. In fact, if you are using makeup with Dead Sea minerals, you are also likely to see vast improvements in the health of your skin. The more you use it the more it will benefit your skin. Your skin will thank you for this.

For young makeup wearers–
Chris Krenzer Mineral Makeup™ gentle on young skin and provides a more flawless look for youthful skin, making it an ideal tool for teens. As stated our products contains none of the harsh ingredients or oils found in other products that irritates your skin or contribute to acne prone skin. For those who are just starting to use makeup, choosing the right natural makeup for your skin is critically important. Do it right the first time.

For women everywhere–
Chris Krenzer Mineral Makeup™ sooths and protects most skins types and offers a beautiful natural look and healthy feeling on your skin, “you’ve got to feel it to believe it”. These are healthy and real all natural mineral makeup at truly affordable prices.

Reflexology Map

2013-01-08T05:58:00.001-08:00

Reflexology is a service where the therapist works primarily on your feet (and hands). The theory behind reflexology is that there are "reflex points" in the feet, hands and ears that relate to specific organs and glands in the body. Practitioners believe that stimulating those reflex points promotes health in that organ via the body's energetic pathways.

Green Eye Shadow Trio Chris Krenzer

2012-12-13T05:16:00.001-08:00

Chris Krenzers Clinical skin Care make line is embraced by leading skincare professionals. Created by Irish makeup artists and skin care professionals Tina Newman & Hazel Reilly. Chris Krenzer offers innovative new products with a Colour palette rich with the hottest hues and timeless Classic Colour.

I think this is a fantastic, velvety soft eyeshadow trio! I know it's an eyeshadow product I like when I can't decide which shade I like best! They all look great together- and if you'd like to see a tutorial using these shades, let me know. All of the colors have a subtle shimmer- without looking like over-the-top glitter mania. The champagne color is gorgeous- makes a great lid shade or highlight. The brownish color shade is actually more of a plum- it's so unique. It has a reddish-coppery sparkle that I love. Looks pretty as a smokey powder liner! And the green is phenomenal. Even if you don't gravitate toward green eyeshadow- I promise this is a gorgeous, wearable shade. Can't say enough about these colors. While they're powder- they have this unique creamy-smooth texture. When used with a primer, they're long wearing & delightful!

Thanks to Chris Krenzer Mineral Cosmetics for allowing me to try these products, and if you get a chance to try them yourself, let me know what you think! Have a great day!

www.beautybrands.ie

Nail Trends: DIY - Christian Louboutin Nails

2012-11-12T13:54:00.001-08:00

Christian Louboutin Nails

The Louboutin manicure is fastly becoming the latest nail trend, as nail technician I have to keep myself updated with all the latest nail trend, i tired the Louboutin manicure a few months back but most of clients were not really interested in it and found it a bit crazy to paint underneath the nails. Now that the trend is fastly spreading, everyone wants a Louboutin manicure now, so Ive decided to post a step by step tutorial on how to achieve the Louboutin manicure.

You Will Need...
1. Nail Polish Remover
2. A Cuticle Stick
3. Black Nail Polish
4. Red Nail Polish
5. Cotton pad
6.Base Coat and Top Coat

Step 1

Remove nail polish and cleanse nail with nail polish remover and cotton pad.

Step 2

Push cuticles back with cuticle stick and apply base coat to protect your nail from getting stained with black nail polish.

Step 3

Paint the underneath of your nails with a red nail polish to resembles the bottoms of a Christian Louboutin shoe. I found it easier to paint the underneath of my nails first, its up to you which way you want to do it, if its easier to do step four first then do it that way.

Step 4

Polish your nails with black nail polish, i used OPI polishes but Barry M nail polishes are really good and much cheaper. After painting your nails apply clear shiny top coat.

Step 5

Clean up the excess polish around you nail bed and apply cuticle oil.

Hot New Beauty Product !

2012-11-12T04:10:00.000-08:00

ILAH BROWS

In today’s market we are all looking for that quick fix makeover that makes an impact on our image. But nothing has more impact than well groomed, face-framing brows. Over 70% of your facial expressions depend on your eyebrows. And that’s why the right brow shape and colour can take years off you.

Ilah Brows in a Celebrity favourite with celbs from The Only way is Essex, Coronation Street, Hollyoaks, XFactor to name but a few.

About Tahira

Tahira Wells has pampered the likes of sir Paul McCarthney. The Barness of Scotland and Premiership Footballers. As one of the most trusted and experienced experts in the industry, Tahira is excited to introduce to you, ILAH Brows.

Whether you are in the MOOD OF BEING “The Rock Chick”, “Glamour Puss” or just the “Prefect Princess” – ILAH Brows has just what you need. We have even taken the hard work out of creating the perfect brow with 6 stencils to choose from. Just use your precision angled brush to shape your brows and away you go.

ILAH Brow powder is a semi permanent mineral compact that is, sweat resistant, splash resistant and even UV filtered... So don’t worry girls... your brows will still be there if you get caught in the rain !

“In today’s market we are all looking for that quick fix makeover that makes an impact on our image. For years I have searched for a product with the WOW factor and I believe that ILAH Brows is the answer for all your brow needs”

The Product

Semi Permenant mineral brow powder, lasts upto 24hrs. This product is waterproof and sweat proof. The brow powder can be removed easily.
Angled Brush
Professional makeup brush with a flat edge for ease of creating the perfect brow. Also can be used as an eyeline brush.
Brow Stencils
Use the stencils to decide who you want to be....Hold either corner with two fore fingers, use the brow brush and rub back and forth ensuring the minerals are fully worked into the brows. 6 Brow Stencils to choose from.

The Salon Treatment

The eight step procedure involves a consultation and eyebrow assessment followed by a mixture of waxing, threading, tinting, trimming and aftercare maintenance. In today’s market we are all looking for that quick fix makeover that makes an impact on our image. But nothing has more impact than well groomed, face-framing brows.

CONTACT: Tina Newman

Irish Distributor: Beauty Brands

Ph:00353 (0)45 944751

www.allbeautybrands.com

www.beautybrands.ie

Eye Liner Stickers

2012-11-05T03:01:00.000-08:00

You may have repeatedly seen the stickers which help to make eye makeup in the style of smoky eyes. But now there have been produced the stickers that can make the eyeliner truly ideal and creative. All Beauty Brands.com was among the first to offer this novelty in Ireland.

In the season of Fall-2011 a special focus will be on the eyes. The Nude effect remains for the summer. And in the coming season, dramatic and even a little theatrical eye makeup will be fashionable.

In order to achieve artistic eye lining you will need certain skills, or a set of stickers, such as the ones found on www.allbeautybrands.com. As a result of its application, you will have a smooth and rich in color eyeliner which can be adorned with crystals if you wish.

A set of stickers includes:
5 pairs of stickers in pure black.You can chose from a variety of styles and sizes.

In general, the use of stickers in makeup is likely to become a usual thing soon. Shadow stickers will probably no longer surprise anyone, as well as stickers for lips makeup. The technologies are different: imitating decals and temporary tattoo. But the idea is clear – to make various styles of makeup the most affordable ones.

How to apply shadow stickers:

They are for dry skin without makeup.
One should carefully unfasten the eye liner sticker from the base.
Apply the sticker on the lash line. You can use a little water to ensure it has transferred.
The sticker can last up to several days if transferred carefully
To remove: rub with cold cream of baby oil. Alcohol based products will remove it instantly.

AllBeautyBrands

WHY MINERAL MAKEUP?

Drop weight and have TONS OF ENERGY

Brow Extensions

Applying lip liner

In case you've been avoiding this little wonder for your lips, let us fill you in on what you’ve been missing.

Clever Beach Wear

Oxegen makeup must haves

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WEDDING-DAY BRIDAL EMERGENCY KIT

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Oval Shaped face

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Heart shaped face

Rectangle/Square shaped face

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Natural makeup for a stunning summer look

WHY MINERAL MAKEUP?

Step by Step Eyebrow Filling Tutorial.

8 best ways to lose your belly fat

Attract More Clients to your Salon

St. Patrick’s Day Makeup Ideas

EIMEAR B.

HEIDI L.

STEPHANIE L.

Contouring is an Art

Applying Foundation: Fingers or Brushes?

Applying Foundation: Fingers or Brushes?

TOP 3 BLACK GEL LINERS FOR ALL BUDGETS

Acne Prone Skin

Mineral makeup is an amazing

Reflexology Map

Green Eye Shadow Trio Chris Krenzer

Nail Trends: DIY - Christian Louboutin Nails

Christian Louboutin Nails

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Hot New Beauty Product !

Eye Liner Stickers

In case you've

been avoiding this little wonder for your lips, let us fill you in on what you’ve been missing.