tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163Tue, 07 Jan 2025 20:32:17 +0000Cool Summer RefresherHair Carebeautydark circlesmenmoisturizerskincarewomenwrinklesyehttp://MerilynStrange.com http://www.youravon.com/mstrangehttp://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)Blogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-9098604293111252161Fri, 18 May 2012 19:13:00 +00002012-05-18T12:13:26.657-07:00 Sunscreens Sunscreens provide protection by absorbing, reflecting or scattering the sun's rays. They may also contain chemicals that interact with the skin to protect it from UV rays. Sunscreens are rated according to their effectiveness by the sun protection factor (SPF). A product's SPF number helps determine how long the product will protect you before you need to re-apply it - how long http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2012/05/sunscreens-sunscreens-provide.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-6361580742542372303Tue, 17 Apr 2012 02:07:00 +00002012-04-16T19:24:26.252-07:00Don't you just LOVE the hat!This nine-"dot" limited-edition compact connects trendy shades with a metallic finish for eye-popping color (literally!). It's one of my favorite eyeshadow compacts!Get the sun-kissed glow you crave even when there's no beach in sight! Use this lotion for all-day moisturization and watch your color build with every application. The non-streaking formula also contains http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2012/04/get-in-glow.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-716582005144861483Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:09:00 +00002012-01-20T15:23:55.344-08:00Primers are an incredibly popular pre-step to foundation application. Foundation primer creates a smooth surface for foundation or tinted moisturizer, filling in pores and fine lines so your foundation doesn't. You'll find your foundation will seem to melt onto your skin, rather than sit atop it when you apply a primer first. Anew Skin Transforming Primer is an amazing product that instantly http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2012/01/primer-transform-your-skin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-8636680405770324151Wed, 04 Jan 2012 03:25:00 +00002012-01-03T19:42:09.475-08:00Winter is here! It's cold outside and as the sun goes down it gets even colder. It's warming and comforting to sip the steaming hot tea as I warm my hands around the mug. Did you know there are actually health benefits to drinking tea? Here are just a few:AgingIf you are the type to fret over the appearance of wrinkles, age spots and other signs of growing old, oolong tea may be the answer to http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2012/01/winter-is-here.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-5429943545576303500Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:35:00 +00002011-12-19T12:29:04.045-08:00Hair CareMost people are concerned about the appearance of their hair and strive to attain beautiful, healthy and stylish locks. In fact, most will go to any lengths to achieve their desired look.The only problem is that while many people are buying the right hair care products for their hair, they forget to follow basic hair care regimens that will guarantee the health and beauty of their hair.So, what http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/12/10-hair-care-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-4354156233093650996Thu, 15 Dec 2011 22:30:00 +00002011-12-15T14:35:10.552-08:00You use them every day on your face, but how often do you wash them? Bacteria from make-up & skin oils can build up in your brushes. You can purchase a brush cleaner for quick clean ups or use a very mild facial cleansing liquid to thoroughly wash your brushes, rinse and let them dry overnight. Don’t stand them up. I like to lay mine on their sides with the bristles over the edge of the http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/12/make-up-brushes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-8938734409369759169Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:38:00 +00002011-12-09T16:09:46.486-08:001. Draw Attention From Trouble SpotsCreate a diversion! For example, draw the eye away from wide hips by wearing a large, interesting necklace. You'll get lots of compliments and people will be checking out your accessories, not your figure.2. Wear Vertical StripesThe easiest way to create a leaner look? Vertical stripes! Find a skirt that puts stripes just where many of us need them most -- in http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/12/8-ways-to-dress-thinner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-3170842847933261648Sat, 19 Nov 2011 08:31:00 +00002011-11-19T00:39:51.642-08:00With the advent of email and social media sites, you can be pretty sure that holiday photos of you and your friends will be popping up somewhere! Make a beautiful first impression with a few clever tricks that can have you looking pretty & poised in your next holiday photos:1) Avoid shine! Nothing ruins a photo quite like a shiny nose or forehead. To prevent this common mishap from happening to http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/11/want-to-look-great-in-holiday-photos.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-6129853164914701991Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:46:00 +00002011-10-18T10:16:26.543-07:00 Colorful, Unique, Alluring, Surprising, Irresistible, Awe-Inspiring, Chic, sophisticated, Brilliant, Golden - You can have it all! BEAUTY TRENDSFrom Bold Colors to New Neutrals, create the latest and greatest must-have Fall color looks in Purple Haze, Shimmer & Shine, Mixed Metals or the New Neutrals. Get Party Perfect for any occasion with all over Party Glowing skin, Shimmer Tinted http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/10/hottest-trends-for-fall-holiday-2011.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-1448905436202970471Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:33:00 +00002011-10-17T18:28:09.923-07:00There's a chill in the air and fall is here. As the weather changes we notice changes in our skin as well. It's time for a soothing soak in a warm bath with moisturizing bubbles and luxurious bath oil. As you step out of the bath, gently pat dry and apply a good all over body moisturizer. Don't forget your feet! Summer sandals may be on hold until next year, but events ahead may call for http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/10/weather-is-changing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-9015657692862882159Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:20:00 +00002011-09-29T17:32:57.642-07:00beautydark circlesmenmoisturizerskincarewomenwrinklesye I have to share with you my very favorite beauty product - Avon's Anew Reversalist Illuminating Eye System. If I could only have one product in my stash it would definitely be this one! Why? because it's amazing - it brightens the look of dark circles under my eyes and moisturizes around the entire eye to minimize wrinkles. It truly works!I am happy to share this link with you: http://http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/09/my-favorite-eye-treatment-cream.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-7676087079288789394Mon, 19 Sep 2011 20:12:00 +00002011-09-19T13:12:10.022-07:00The color trends for Fall and Winter 2011/2012 are not the typical gloomy colors. Grey is out and the gloom is gone! Now is the time for LIVE colors to shine through. There is a huge variety of trendy colors and some you will be more drawn to than others. Build your Fall/Winter wardrobe around those that make you feel most stylish. On the designer runways at Fashion Week last month gave us a http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/09/fallwinter-20112012-fashion-colors.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-381474243052223831Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:52:00 +00002011-08-31T17:54:59.028-07:00Acne Skin and How to Treat It Problem: acne skin - frequent breakouts - oily skin - rough texture - inflamed skin - large pores - uneven skin tone Causes of acne: People at any age can experience acne and most people have acne at some time in their lives. The real explanation may be a complex mix of many of these factors: hormones, diet, stress, vitamin deficiency and more. When you http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/08/acne.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-295729952688824719Thu, 21 Jul 2011 03:23:00 +00002011-07-20T20:37:33.527-07:00Cool Summer Refreshermark Mist Opportunity Multi-tasking RefresherThis product sure helps beat the heat of summer. I like to keep it in the refrigerator so it's cool and refreshing when your skin needs a pick-me-up and your makeup needs a touch up. Try this alcohol-free, all-around skin revitalizer pumped with grapefruit, kiwi and lemongrass extracts that delivers a burst of antioxidant benefits to purify, http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2011/07/cool-summer-refresher.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-5177382509061204065Sun, 24 Oct 2010 01:33:00 +00002010-10-23T19:03:29.874-07:00Try this technique for long lasting lipstick.Outline your lips with a neutral color lip pencil. I find the ones you sharpen work better than the roll up ones. It is not necessary to buy matching lip liners for each lipstick color. You want to match your lips, not the lipstick. Powder your face with a velour sponge, going right over the lip liner. Dust off excess from the face with a powder http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/10/how-to-make-your-lip-color-last.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-7746177462348973416Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:19:00 +00002010-09-05T16:43:29.645-07:00This is a re-post with answers to the most asked questions about cosmetic brushes: Which cosmetic brushes do I use for powder? Is my blush brush for bronzing powder too? Which brush do I use for under eye concealer? Which brush works best for shadow? Should I use an angled brush for eyeshadow? There are so many different brushes and it's confusing trying to figure out which one to use and http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/09/cosmetic-brushes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-6524559034053658325Mon, 23 Aug 2010 05:05:00 +00002010-08-30T14:47:35.646-07:00Banana Sugar ScrubIn this simple formula, bananas and sugar are combined for a wonderfully aromatic and gently exfoliating body scrub.Ingredients:• 1 ripe banana• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar• ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract or your favorite essential oil (optional)Mash ingredients together with a fork into a chunky paste. Do not overmix or it will become too watery. If you want a banana scrub http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/08/body-scrub.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-7427449856266419960Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:39:00 +00002010-08-22T22:04:58.902-07:00 Try Using Sugar as an Exfoliating Ingredient~Try it sweet. Sugar isn't as harsh as ground nut shells: it melts fast when it hits moisture, so if your skin is delicate, you're probably not going to over-scrub it. The other benefit is the fact that sugar, unlike pumice, ground shells and other insoluble ingredients, will melt instead of sticking in your bathtub drains. Here's what you need to makehttp://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/08/face-body-scrub.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-6345439520955388984Mon, 16 Aug 2010 07:38:00 +00002010-08-30T14:50:02.475-07:00I tried this tonight and it works so well, I will never buy another store-bought pore cleanser ever!It's so simple to make your own blackhead and acne solution at home. It's as easy as 5 minutes! You can make as much as you need and it's LOTS cheaper than buying expensive store bought blackhead treatments, and in my opinion works a lot better!Here is all You'll Need:1 T Knox unflavored gelatin http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/08/get-rid-of-blackheads-with-home-made.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-5437270908823316947Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:57:00 +00002010-08-07T01:00:19.734-07:00Most people will experience acne at some point. Increasingly, women are noticing a recurrence or activation of acne in their 30s, 40s or even 50s, which dispels the myth that acne is a skin condition exclusive to teenagers. Sebaceous glands lie just beneath the surface of your skin and they excrete sebum, an oily substance that protects and keeps skin healthy. A pimple forms when the pore leadinghttp://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/08/help-for-mature-skin-and-acne.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-6864173205942538743Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:34:00 +00002010-08-07T00:37:36.493-07:00Washing off makeup at the end of the day is crucial because makeup can clog pores, cause oily build-up to form and aggravate or trigger acne. Use a skin cleanser to gently remove dirt, excess oil and makeup. If your skin is prone to getting acne, try a cleanser that is specifically designed for acneic skin. Cleanse once in the morning and again in the evening to revitalize the skin and prevent http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/08/remove-makeup-for-healthy-skin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-2341300358710380874Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:32:00 +00002010-08-04T11:45:06.515-07:00A team of researchers explored the link between flowers and life satisfaction in a 10-month study of participants' behavioral and emotional responses to receiving flowers. The results show that flowers are a natural and healthful moderator of moods.* Flowers have an immediate impact on happiness.* Flowers have a long-term positive effect on moods* Flowers make intimate connectionsCommon sense http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/08/do-flowers-have-emotional-impact-on-us.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-5176012504054516751Wed, 04 Aug 2010 01:05:00 +00002010-08-03T18:23:33.500-07:00I've discovered a new nail file that I just love! It's a crystal glass nail file. I had never heard of them and stumbled onto them at a Beauty store a few months back. The beauty of crystal glass nail files is that they will last forever, they won't wear down from use, and your fingernails will look better! They leave a smooth, clean, sealed edge on any nail. It takes very little pressure onhttp://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/08/crystal-glass-nail-files.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-2465991458038120699Tue, 03 Aug 2010 18:56:00 +00002010-08-03T12:23:41.100-07:00Step One: Curl your lashesI like to run the curler under warm water first and dry it before I curl my lashes. Open the curler and position it around lashes as close to your upper lid as possible without pinching the skin. Keep your eyes open and gently squeeze the curler closed. Pump the curler once, bending your wrist upward to curl lashes and release.Step Two: Apply mascaraPull the wand fromhttp://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/08/how-to-apply-mascara.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7438089653906827163.post-5461493951776880041Wed, 19 May 2010 05:14:00 +00002010-05-18T22:39:47.183-07:00 Broken shadows, old dirty brushes, worn out mascaras… ? Probably a Petri dishfull of bacteria! Keep your cosmetic bag clean and help eliminate breakouts & other nasty problems unclean cosmetics can breed. Dump out the contents, wipe the inside clean or buy a new one! Replace mascara every 3 months to eliminate bacteria growth inside the tube, replace your blush brush or powder brush with a http://beautilicious-tips.blogspot.com/2010/05/whats-in-your-makeup-bag.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Merilyn)0