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It's A Long Story Mascara - ARBONNE
The life of a beauty blogger certainly has its perks especially after having the opportunity to review this amazing mascara.
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| ARBONNE: It's A Long Story Mascara. (Item # 7793. $40) |
I know the challenges some of us women have when it comes to creating that full lash or even adding length to your lashes and this one really does just that.
The comb sweeps through your lashes with ease and doesn't leave them looking clumpy or separate them so that they look like spider legs. (If you have ever applied too much, you know what I am talking about).
With daily use I was starting to see an increase in my lash length and a little fuller natural lash as well. I'm thinking I have found a miracle in a bottle. The look you get from this mascara is a neutral yet enhanced, eye opening look opposed to a dramatic, clumpy, over exaggerated look.
Keep in mind that this is my review on this product and that everyone may not get the same results as I did, but I really do think it is worth trying it out once to see for yourself.
KEY INGREDIENTS & BENEFITS
• Exclusively designed with revolutionary polypeptides to promote the appearance of longer lashes.
• Bamboo and pea extracts and pro-vitamins B5, C and E pamper and nurture for a lavish, high-gloss look.
• Dermatologist, ophthalmologist and clinically tested
So you lovely people, take a look at this mascara and you will absolutely fall in love like I have and you will take it everywhere!
If you are interested in learning more about ARBONNE and this product, please take a look at their website. www.ARBONNE.com
I have had the opportunity to know a wonderful, young and successful woman and she is a huge asset when it comes to ARBONNE and the company.
Please feel free to contact Jessica Genereaux if you have any questions about the company. Contact information is below;
Email: jessicagenereaux@gmail.com
Phone: 1 (613) 242-9557
ARBONNE Consultant #: 115210431
SLATHERlotions- First Fully Personalized Skincare Company
Hand-blended natural and organic skincare and personalized by yours truly, Chelsea Cavender from Chandler, Arizona!
I had the amazing opportunity to partner with Chelsea through Etsy and let me tell you, I was blown away by her amazing products! I cannot tell you how excited I am to review these and tell all of you how investing a little into something amazing, will give you great results.
Oatmeal Cookie Natural Body Lotion
This body lotion is in my opinion, the lightest and very hydrating lotion I have ever had the benefit to try! It gives you hydration for a great portion of the day as well as it soaks into your skin with ease and does not have the tacky or sticky feeling that some lotions leave behind.
The fragrance is absolutely natural and is very subtle. With this body lotion having colloidal oatmeal as one of the ingredients, it helps relieve dry and itchy skin. So those cold winter days where you feel like all the moisture is being taken from your skin and your co stantly itching you dry, scaly legs- apply this fabulous hand-blended lotion to those areas that need a little TLC.
You can choose your own scent which fully personalizes your experience. Below is a list of scents that you have to choose from;
Customer Favourites: Apple Peel, Citrus Basil, Oatmeal Cookie, White Tea
Other popular scents: American Musk, Fresh, Ginger, Herbal Mint, Tidal Wave
And of course, they do offer Fragrance Free lotion for those lovely individuals who can not have and/or are sensitive to scents.
SLATHERlotions Eye Cream
This eye cream is loaded with superfruit antioxidants to help with minimizing dark circles and puffiness and also to promote collagen synthesis. The Penny Wort and Gotu Kola will give your delicate eye contour a younger look with regular use of this eye cream. It is also infused with Tamanu Oil which softens, smoothes, firms and increases the elasticity as well. But I cannot forget the Green Tea and Mint because those two ingredients are a great anti-inflammatory and the mint definitely wakes up those tired peepers early in the morning!
I personally love this eye cream. It is not sticky or tacky and blends into the eye area with ease and you don't have to wait long to continue your skin care routine. I started noticing 1 week after use that my fine lines were softened and my eyes were not looking so tired as they normally do. I liked the cooling feeling when I put it on because it instantly felt like they opened up wider.
The best thing about this eye cream besides the ingredients is how little you need. You really need a pea sized amount and using your third finger (that's the least pressure added to your eye contour) it blends very nicely with other items in my makeup and skincare bar. I take it everywhere with me and I admit I apply it a few times throughout the day.
Use this morning and night and you will notice results in no time. I am happy to of had the opportunity to connect with Chelsea and her amazing company.
If you are interested in learning more about her company, check out her website www.SLATHERlotions.com.
Check out Chelsea and SLATHERlotions on ETSY, FACEBOOK, TWITTER, PINTEREST and INSTAGRAM.
This body lotion is in my opinion, the lightest and very hydrating lotion I have ever had the benefit to try! It gives you hydration for a great portion of the day as well as it soaks into your skin with ease and does not have the tacky or sticky feeling that some lotions leave behind.
The fragrance is absolutely natural and is very subtle. With this body lotion having colloidal oatmeal as one of the ingredients, it helps relieve dry and itchy skin. So those cold winter days where you feel like all the moisture is being taken from your skin and your co stantly itching you dry, scaly legs- apply this fabulous hand-blended lotion to those areas that need a little TLC.
You can choose your own scent which fully personalizes your experience. Below is a list of scents that you have to choose from;
Customer Favourites: Apple Peel, Citrus Basil, Oatmeal Cookie, White Tea
Other popular scents: American Musk, Fresh, Ginger, Herbal Mint, Tidal Wave
And of course, they do offer Fragrance Free lotion for those lovely individuals who can not have and/or are sensitive to scents.
SLATHERlotions Eye Cream
This eye cream is loaded with superfruit antioxidants to help with minimizing dark circles and puffiness and also to promote collagen synthesis. The Penny Wort and Gotu Kola will give your delicate eye contour a younger look with regular use of this eye cream. It is also infused with Tamanu Oil which softens, smoothes, firms and increases the elasticity as well. But I cannot forget the Green Tea and Mint because those two ingredients are a great anti-inflammatory and the mint definitely wakes up those tired peepers early in the morning!
I personally love this eye cream. It is not sticky or tacky and blends into the eye area with ease and you don't have to wait long to continue your skin care routine. I started noticing 1 week after use that my fine lines were softened and my eyes were not looking so tired as they normally do. I liked the cooling feeling when I put it on because it instantly felt like they opened up wider.
The best thing about this eye cream besides the ingredients is how little you need. You really need a pea sized amount and using your third finger (that's the least pressure added to your eye contour) it blends very nicely with other items in my makeup and skincare bar. I take it everywhere with me and I admit I apply it a few times throughout the day.
Use this morning and night and you will notice results in no time. I am happy to of had the opportunity to connect with Chelsea and her amazing company.
If you are interested in learning more about her company, check out her website www.SLATHERlotions.com.
Check out Chelsea and SLATHERlotions on ETSY, FACEBOOK, TWITTER, PINTEREST and INSTAGRAM.
Younique and You
I have had the most amazing experience connecting with the wonderfully beautiful Ann Mitchell and her company Younique!
We connected through social media and she allowed me to try her wonderful concealers, blush and eye shadow pigments. Let me tell you, I was blown away!! I have not experienced such an amazing pigment before that doesn't crease throughout the day and when I am finished a long day at the office, my makeup still looks great!
The concealers give you the coverage you need and you also can use them to contour which is fabulous for those make up artists in our lives. Concealers can be used in different ways and I like how flexible you can be with the amount you use and it isn't specific to skin colour!
The eyeshadows last all day and they do not crease! They give off a nice look and blend so well together which is what every young woman wants in their make up and not have it look separated and "cakey". The blush also lasts all day and is true to colour! It gives you that nice finished look but still natural.
I have been so impressed with Ann Mitchell and her company Younique that I am going to be a potential buyer!
For more information about Younique and Ann Mitchell, follow her:
A little bit about Younique:
Younique's mission is to uplift, empower, validate and ultimately build self-esteem in women around the world through high-quality products, that encourage both inner and outer beauty and spiritual enlightenment while also providing opportunities for personal and financial growth.
They do all their sales through social media through parties and get togethers. Whether you use Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram or Pinterest, you can sell from the comfort of your home, without ever having anyone in your home! How amazing is that!
For more information visit the website at www.youniqueproducts.com
Healthy Eating The Right Way
A balanced healthy lifestyle is important when it comes to having healthy skin and a healthy body!
Everyone has their own way of doing things and that is perfectly OK, no one is to judge whether you eat a certain piece of fruit or have carrot smoothies. We are all different, but I would love to share a few things that I like to enjoy and I admit, I need to do more often!
Incorporating certain things into your diet, like Oatmeal, Fruit high in antioxidants are wonderful for your body, and regular exercise!
Whenever you feel like you are craving sugar, reach over for a piece of fruit. Fruit has the natural sugars we need to replenish our bodies and are healthier for you than an Oreo! Make yourself a fresh fruit salad! Also, better yet, put some fruit in your water! Not only will it naturally flavour your water, it will also help you get the recommended dose of H2O!
Oatmeal is a great start to the day. It has the power to fill your stomach up quickly so you can portion your meals better. Also, oatmeal is fantastic in your yogurt and adding fruit makes it more enjoyable.
Aslong as you are getting the recommended fibre intake in a day then you will feel so much better as the day goes on.
Exercise is a huge lifestyle must! Whether it is a long extensive walk or a 5km run ride, your body will thank you from the inside out!
The reason I chose to do a lifestyle article is because everything we do with our body and what we put into it, shows up on our skin. If you are putting damaging ingredients or have an unhealthy lifestyle, it will show. Your skin will look dull, uneven skin tone, lack of a healthy glow and your body will feel sluggish.
Schedule a month session for yoga classes or dedicate and commit yourself to the gym! After a month of a lifestyle change you are guaranteed to see results. If it helps to make a chart for each day of the week to stay organized, then do that! The more you are committed to something, the more willingness you have to staying honest with a routine.
Enjoy this post and any comments, please let me know! What are your tricks and tips?
-The Beauty Geek
A Girl's Best Friend That Fits In Her Purse
We all have those days where we feel like we are just not feeling 100% and we just want to give our skin a break from all the products we put on our faces daily.
Well, I know just the product that would help with the dull and tired looking skin ladies!
It is none other then; Clarins Beauty Flash Balm
The Beauty Flash Balm is a great product to use morning or evening and works fantastic as a facial masque 2 times a week!
The reason I have decided to talk about this product is because I am a busy woman and I don't always have the right amount of time some days and once I discovered this product, it was a life saver.
It works great as a base for your make-up, on it's own over your facial moisturizer and a great mask to relax with after a busy day.
Key Ingredients:
*Witch Hazel and Olive Tree extracts helps tighten and promote radiance on the face.
*Algae extract helps revitalize the skins appearance
*Bisabolol helps with the soothing effects and softening of the skins texture
*Rice Starch helps purify the skins epidermis
This product is at any Clarins counter and a Beauty Consultant would be happy to assist in helping you learn more about the Clarins products. Book your consultation today!
Well, I know just the product that would help with the dull and tired looking skin ladies!
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| Beauty Flash Balm, 50mL, $50 |
It is none other then; Clarins Beauty Flash Balm
The Beauty Flash Balm is a great product to use morning or evening and works fantastic as a facial masque 2 times a week!
The reason I have decided to talk about this product is because I am a busy woman and I don't always have the right amount of time some days and once I discovered this product, it was a life saver.
It works great as a base for your make-up, on it's own over your facial moisturizer and a great mask to relax with after a busy day.
Key Ingredients:
*Witch Hazel and Olive Tree extracts helps tighten and promote radiance on the face.
*Algae extract helps revitalize the skins appearance
*Bisabolol helps with the soothing effects and softening of the skins texture
*Rice Starch helps purify the skins epidermis
This product is at any Clarins counter and a Beauty Consultant would be happy to assist in helping you learn more about the Clarins products. Book your consultation today!
Controlling Blemishes and Breakouts
Ever wake up in the morning and find that you have developed a blemish that came at the wrong time?
What about one that has decided to say hello an hour or two before a big night?
Well don't worry there are a few products that can help you with those SOS moments we encounter from time to time.
Make sure you are cleansing your face correctly and thoroughly because even the slightest amount of make up still left on your skin could cause a pore to develop a blemish. So double cleansing is a good idea.
Clinique Spot Healing Gel
Fast drying gel that helps reduce the redness associated with the acne blemish as well as promotes healing. It is a clear, invisible gel that can be used under your make up or over your make up. Gentleman can use this product as well and is good for all skin types. The best way I have used this, is at night time after my cleansing routine. The benefits of doing it at night when your skin is regenerating with help the product deliver fast results during the skins resting period.
Shiseido Pureness Blemish Clearing Gel
Quick absorbing gel that helps minimize the appearance of blemishes and purifies and balances the skin. Salicylic Acid is formulated in this gel because it helps calm and soothe the epidermal layers and stops the formation of future breakouts. It is for all skin types and is non- comedogenic.
Clarins Blemish Control
This is a targeted blemish control formula that has Witch Hazel, White Nettle and Wintergreen ingredients in this solution that helps with imperfections and soothes the skin's surface. Clarins focuses on natural properties on all of their products and this one is particularly in my purse on a regular basis because you never know when a blemish will arise and with the easy applicator ball the product goes on clear and quickly absorbs so you can get on with your daily routine.
Overall, you will eventually find a product that works better than another so you just have to be open to try them all. Check out the websites for more information and remember to always cleanse your skin at least twice a day, morning and night.
What about one that has decided to say hello an hour or two before a big night?
Well don't worry there are a few products that can help you with those SOS moments we encounter from time to time.
Make sure you are cleansing your face correctly and thoroughly because even the slightest amount of make up still left on your skin could cause a pore to develop a blemish. So double cleansing is a good idea.
Clinique Spot Healing Gel
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| Clinique Acne Solutions, Spot Healing Gel: www.clinique.com |
Fast drying gel that helps reduce the redness associated with the acne blemish as well as promotes healing. It is a clear, invisible gel that can be used under your make up or over your make up. Gentleman can use this product as well and is good for all skin types. The best way I have used this, is at night time after my cleansing routine. The benefits of doing it at night when your skin is regenerating with help the product deliver fast results during the skins resting period.
Shiseido Pureness Blemish Clearing Gel
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| Shiseido Pureness Blemish Clearing Gel, www.shiseido.com |
Clarins Blemish Control
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| Clarins Stop Imperfections, Blemish Control: www.clarins.ca |
Overall, you will eventually find a product that works better than another so you just have to be open to try them all. Check out the websites for more information and remember to always cleanse your skin at least twice a day, morning and night.
Secrets To An Even Complexion
Oh the dreaded areas on our face that either are red patches, dark spots, pigmentation and those difficult memories of a young teenager.
Some days you just feel like throwing your hands up and giving up! But wait! You can control the issues and feel better about yourself in no time. It's all about patience and realizing that overnight it isn't going to go away, it will take some time.
Learning about your skin and finding out the problems causing these issues will help you figure out how to control them. Whether it is a change in diet, exercise, puberty, stress, or just elements of mother nature, you can get your skin into a routine and you will notice a difference in no time.
With all the technology changes and advance techniques you can use today to slow aging, clear skin, inject your skin with Botox, and lasers touching your skin, people seem to think that is the only way to change things. But really and truly it is far from the truth. We are meant to age so slowing it down with only make it worse later on for you in your life.
A safe way to even out your complexion would be to exfoliate 2-3 times a week, there are moisturizers out there with dark spot correctors in them. (Clinique-Dark Spot Correcting Moisturizer with SPF 15) And they work if you use them everyday. Always use a moisturizer with a SPF in it, you will thank it later in life when your skin thins out.
Another tip for you: TANNING BEDS WILL MAKE IT WORSE! Don't use them to even out your skin tone! Yes it may seem like your skin is even and looking nice and "toasted" but again Tanning Beds cause pigmentation and can lead to skin cancer, it is kind of an oxymoron. You are preventing something that may not be preventable later on, years down the road.
The best way to help yourself is to develop a routine and follow it for at least a 75-90 days. There are things in everyday life that we can not change and only accept them for what they are. Just be aware of the dark spots or marks on your face and don't be afraid to talk to your Dermatologist about any concerns.
If you need your daily dose of Vitamin D, take a tablet or spend time outside. But protect yourself. SPF with UVA/UVB will protect you. Just be aware. We all love to be outside in the nice warm sun shining down on us and that is Ok. There is nothing wrong with it! I would never say become a "Hermit" because life would really bring you down if you weren't allowed to leave the house because you are afraid of the sun.
The best thing I have been taught about my skin is that, yes I had horrible pigmentation under the layers of my skin and it would eventually show by the age of 30. Which I wasn't aware of the amount until I was under a blue light for the first time in my life. And I couldn't believe what was under the layers of my skin. But I caught it early and changed my routine and slowed down the process of developing more pigmentation and dark spots. Awareness is key and if you are not afraid to learn what your body and skin are going through then its a great sign of catching things before you are too late.
Enjoy!
Some days you just feel like throwing your hands up and giving up! But wait! You can control the issues and feel better about yourself in no time. It's all about patience and realizing that overnight it isn't going to go away, it will take some time.
Learning about your skin and finding out the problems causing these issues will help you figure out how to control them. Whether it is a change in diet, exercise, puberty, stress, or just elements of mother nature, you can get your skin into a routine and you will notice a difference in no time.
With all the technology changes and advance techniques you can use today to slow aging, clear skin, inject your skin with Botox, and lasers touching your skin, people seem to think that is the only way to change things. But really and truly it is far from the truth. We are meant to age so slowing it down with only make it worse later on for you in your life.
A safe way to even out your complexion would be to exfoliate 2-3 times a week, there are moisturizers out there with dark spot correctors in them. (Clinique-Dark Spot Correcting Moisturizer with SPF 15) And they work if you use them everyday. Always use a moisturizer with a SPF in it, you will thank it later in life when your skin thins out.
Another tip for you: TANNING BEDS WILL MAKE IT WORSE! Don't use them to even out your skin tone! Yes it may seem like your skin is even and looking nice and "toasted" but again Tanning Beds cause pigmentation and can lead to skin cancer, it is kind of an oxymoron. You are preventing something that may not be preventable later on, years down the road.
The best way to help yourself is to develop a routine and follow it for at least a 75-90 days. There are things in everyday life that we can not change and only accept them for what they are. Just be aware of the dark spots or marks on your face and don't be afraid to talk to your Dermatologist about any concerns.
If you need your daily dose of Vitamin D, take a tablet or spend time outside. But protect yourself. SPF with UVA/UVB will protect you. Just be aware. We all love to be outside in the nice warm sun shining down on us and that is Ok. There is nothing wrong with it! I would never say become a "Hermit" because life would really bring you down if you weren't allowed to leave the house because you are afraid of the sun.
The best thing I have been taught about my skin is that, yes I had horrible pigmentation under the layers of my skin and it would eventually show by the age of 30. Which I wasn't aware of the amount until I was under a blue light for the first time in my life. And I couldn't believe what was under the layers of my skin. But I caught it early and changed my routine and slowed down the process of developing more pigmentation and dark spots. Awareness is key and if you are not afraid to learn what your body and skin are going through then its a great sign of catching things before you are too late.
Enjoy!
Is There A Benefit To Alcohol In Products?
Everyone has their favourite toning solution as part of their skin care routine. But are you aware of some of the effects you will encounter by having alcohol in your toning solutions?
What about the awareness of what alcohol actually does to your skin, in terms of regenerating the skin's epidermis?
Let's start off with why it is important for you to use a toning solution after you cleanse your face.
It is very important to use a toning solution because once you wash your face and remove the elements of the day (eg. make-up pollution, dirt, debris, oils etc. ) you need to replenish the moisture that has been lost due to the cleansing of the face. You need to bring your skin's pH levels back to normal in order for your skin to get the healthy complexion and clear skin.
The reason we need to keep the moisture levels at par, are in fact, going to slow the production of wrinkles and slow the ageing process. Also, 70% of wrinkles are due to sun damage and not taking the proper steps to help block the sun's rays from our faces and bodies.
Which brings me to the reasoning why you shouldn't use a toning solution with alcohol in it.
Alcohol is a very drying solution and you are applying that to your face after you have stripped the skin of it's natural oils by washing it. You are not replacing the moisture that has been lost you are just stripping the skin of the layers and causing the skin to become more dry, which will lead to the opposite effects you truly wanted.
Invest in an alcohol- free toning solution because those have moisturising ingredients incorporated into them. Whether the ingredients are natural plant extracts or natural/organic fruit extracts, those are the best ingredients for your skin that will help with healing and replenishing the moisture loss.
Next time you are looking to invest in a skincare line, pay close attention to details. Check the ingredients that you are going to be putting on your skin. Keep an open mind!
What about the awareness of what alcohol actually does to your skin, in terms of regenerating the skin's epidermis?
Let's start off with why it is important for you to use a toning solution after you cleanse your face.
It is very important to use a toning solution because once you wash your face and remove the elements of the day (eg. make-up pollution, dirt, debris, oils etc. ) you need to replenish the moisture that has been lost due to the cleansing of the face. You need to bring your skin's pH levels back to normal in order for your skin to get the healthy complexion and clear skin.
The reason we need to keep the moisture levels at par, are in fact, going to slow the production of wrinkles and slow the ageing process. Also, 70% of wrinkles are due to sun damage and not taking the proper steps to help block the sun's rays from our faces and bodies.
Which brings me to the reasoning why you shouldn't use a toning solution with alcohol in it.
Alcohol is a very drying solution and you are applying that to your face after you have stripped the skin of it's natural oils by washing it. You are not replacing the moisture that has been lost you are just stripping the skin of the layers and causing the skin to become more dry, which will lead to the opposite effects you truly wanted.
Invest in an alcohol- free toning solution because those have moisturising ingredients incorporated into them. Whether the ingredients are natural plant extracts or natural/organic fruit extracts, those are the best ingredients for your skin that will help with healing and replenishing the moisture loss.
Next time you are looking to invest in a skincare line, pay close attention to details. Check the ingredients that you are going to be putting on your skin. Keep an open mind!
Spring Cleaning Your Routine
It is that time of year again and are you ready?
It is important to be conscience about the length of time you have had been using your skin care and make-up products.
Unfortunately, we all get consumed in life and sometimes lose track of time and become forgetful, but it is important to know that your skincare products and make-up products don't last forever.
Seasons are changing and so are the layers of our skin. It is recommended that you change your products regularly so you do not use expired product on your face because that could lead to other factors that could pose a problem that could be prevented.
Below is a chart for easier understanding of the time frame of replacing your products. Now this is a guideline but it is your responsibility to ensure you are being conscience of the change of consistency, smell and appearance of your skincare and make-up products.
Hope you find these tips informative and help you understand why it is important to be aware of what you are applying to your face. Prevent something major from happening by being aware of the life of your products.
Enjoy!
The Beauty Geek
It is important to be conscience about the length of time you have had been using your skin care and make-up products.
Unfortunately, we all get consumed in life and sometimes lose track of time and become forgetful, but it is important to know that your skincare products and make-up products don't last forever.
Seasons are changing and so are the layers of our skin. It is recommended that you change your products regularly so you do not use expired product on your face because that could lead to other factors that could pose a problem that could be prevented.
Below is a chart for easier understanding of the time frame of replacing your products. Now this is a guideline but it is your responsibility to ensure you are being conscience of the change of consistency, smell and appearance of your skincare and make-up products.
Skin Care and Cosmetics Time Frame
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Item
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Time Frame
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Reasoning
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Moisturisers
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6-8 Months
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The continuation of opening and closing the product
allows oxygen to enter the container and which shifts the relationship
between the ingredients
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Natural face oils can be transferred into the
skin care which could allow the benefits to diminish over time
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Ingredients don’t last forever in a product and
if used longer than allowed, you could develop a reaction to the ingredients
that have expired.
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Eye Liners
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3-6 Months
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Whether they are self sharpened or manual
sharpened liners you need to replace these more often because our eyes are
one part of the face that carry bacteria
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If you have had an eye infection, you need to
replace your pencil right away and not use anything until the infection is
gone
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Temperature change could pose a threat to your
pencil as well as it causes the pencil (if manual sharpened) to break and won’t
be any good.
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Mascara
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4-6 Months
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Very important to change this item regularly
because this is the closest product that gets to your eye
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Same as above with the eyeliners, you need to be
aware if you have had infections you need to change it right away
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NEVER share mascara
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You will notice that the product will become more
clumped and dry and there will be a smell to the turning of the product. That’s
how you know it is time to replace it
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Oxygen enters the cylinder and that is what
changes the product and causes the drying effect over time
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Eye Shadows
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Seasonal
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Seasonal, your eye shadows should be changed
because they don’t last forever same as any other product
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Over time, you will notice that with prolonged
use, the shadow will present an extra film on top and it would be hard to get
shadow onto the applicator and that is when it is time to change it.
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Also, you will notice your shadow will be chalky
and falling apart, you need a new shadow
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Sunscreen
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Yearly
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Pay close attention to this one in particular if
it is in your moisturisers because the life of your moisturiser won’t last as
long because the issues mentioned above stay the same.
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Every summer you should have a new bottle or
sunscreen spray because the ingredients especially (Titanium Dioxide-which is
the sunscreen ingredient) shifts the product and separates over time
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Reactions minor and major could occur and rashes
can form if you use a product with expired sunscreen in them
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Hope you find these tips informative and help you understand why it is important to be aware of what you are applying to your face. Prevent something major from happening by being aware of the life of your products.
Enjoy!
The Beauty Geek
Ginger's Wild Soap Company
I have to admit I have found my newest addiction and I need to share this with all of you beautiful individuals. I was introduced to these Glycerin soaps by connecting with Jackie on Etsy. All of her products are handmade and include natural ingredients like oatmeal, pumpkin, peppermint and the list goes on.
All products are available on Etsy for ordering and the prices are reasonable!
All soap bars are $5.95, lotion bars are $6.95 and soap loafs run from $30.00 - $37.00.
The soaps, left my skin feeling very exfoliated and moisturized. Also, with the trueness of the ingredients, I felt amazing and great all day.
If you would like to shop for soaps and take advantage of all the perks that come with using Ginger's Wild Soaps, check out Jackie's Etsy store at:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/GingersWild
You can also connect with her on Facebook on her page and take advantage of all the amazing offers and new products at:
https://www.facebook.com/GingersWild
Instagram: http://instagram.com/gingerswildsoapco
Hope you take advantage of these amazing soaps and incorporate them in your lives daily!!
The Beauty Geek
Simple Yet Daring
Simple Yet Daring by katurahali
featuring TheBalm
featuring TheBalm
To get the best look and flawless approach to a daring look, stay neutral and highlight your best features!
Whether it is your cheek bones or your amazing eyebrow arch or even your voluptuous lips, playing off your best features will have everyone staring! Start with a tinted moisturizer that is the perfect colour match for your skin, then apply a loose powder to set your make up and give you that matte finish.
Next, apply a bronzer to your brow bone, cheek bones, and chin. That will give you a glow in all the right places that the light hits. Make sure you keep in mind that blending is the best thing you can do when it comes to application.
Then focus on your eyes. If you want to make your eyes sultry and the focal point, make them stand out to the point that people won't be able to look away when they see you. Just blend colors together and find a technique that works for you!
Lastly, your blush should give you that fresh glow. You always look fresh with rosy cheeks, so play with color and find out a few shades and experiment!
Keeping your makeup light but daring, will make you look flawless and fabulous! Finding the best products that work for your skin, will help in making you feel best by the end result.
Enjoy my tips to being fabulous and keep following!
The Beauty Geek
Whether it is your cheek bones or your amazing eyebrow arch or even your voluptuous lips, playing off your best features will have everyone staring! Start with a tinted moisturizer that is the perfect colour match for your skin, then apply a loose powder to set your make up and give you that matte finish.
Next, apply a bronzer to your brow bone, cheek bones, and chin. That will give you a glow in all the right places that the light hits. Make sure you keep in mind that blending is the best thing you can do when it comes to application.
Then focus on your eyes. If you want to make your eyes sultry and the focal point, make them stand out to the point that people won't be able to look away when they see you. Just blend colors together and find a technique that works for you!
Lastly, your blush should give you that fresh glow. You always look fresh with rosy cheeks, so play with color and find out a few shades and experiment!
Keeping your makeup light but daring, will make you look flawless and fabulous! Finding the best products that work for your skin, will help in making you feel best by the end result.
Enjoy my tips to being fabulous and keep following!
The Beauty Geek
Something To Pout About!
Something To Pout About! by katurahali featuring Clarins
Kissable lips, soft and voluptious, are all words we want our lips to feel like. My favourite treat to pamper my pretty pout is exfoliating and nourishing.
Choose a sugar lip scrub, whether it tastes like fruit or vanilla, it will benefit you as well as your sweetheart! Always keeping your lips hydrated especially in the different climates, will keep them from aging as well.
My top three lip treatments are:
1. Clarins Extra Firming Lip and Contour Balm- $45.00
I absolutely fell in love with this product after I needed some quick fix for my horrible dry and flaking lips. This balm works well with lessing the aging lines that appear on our lips as we age and it also helped with any lines around my lips. It has Raspberry Seed Oil and Shea Butter which helps replenish and hydrate. Your lips will appear fuller, younger and defined with continued use.
2. Clarins Hydra-Quench Moisture Replenishing Lip Balm- $27.00
This balm helps with severely dry, chapped lips. This reparative balm helps heal your dry, chapped lips, as well as those lips that have had the effects of weather related dryness. Rose wax to help replenish the lips back to healthy state and the hydration is pure so it is equiviant to a glass of water but just for your lips.
3. Clinique Superbalm Lip Treatment- $18.00
With the rich emollients in this treatment, it will help with distressed lips as well as hydrate and nourish those chapped lips. This is good for everyday use, morning and night. It works for most individuals.
Overall, as long as you are buffing off the dead and dry skin cells, you can reveal your best pout yet. Find what works for you and enjoy the pampering treatments for your lips. Those you kiss, will love it too.
The Beauty Geek
Browsing With Expression
Bushy, thick, thin, those are just some of the descriptive words that we say when describing our eyebrows. Whether you are trying the thin brow look or you are letting them grow fuller, we have all, at some point disliked the shape or have had a bad experience at the salon when "cleaning them up".
To get that amazing arch and full "perfect" brow, it takes time and patience, especially after a few bad experiences. Once you work your brows into the shape you love all that is left is just detailing with an eyebrow shaper or a pencil.
When choosing a color, always go with either a neutral shade or the natural color of your hair. Don't press hard on your brow, because you want to gradually fill in your brow with light movements.
A couple options from a few product lines are; Shiseido and Lancôme.
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| Shiseido Eyebrow Styling Compact- $32, Sears, Sephora, The Bay |
The defining brush makes it easier to detail the brow and get the best shape possible. It comes in three different shades from dark brown, medium brown and light brown. It is great to use wet or dry, depends on the look you are trying to achieve.
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| Lancôme Eyebrow Pencil, $29, Sears, The Bay |
Lancôme Eyebrow pencils are easy to use and can be thrown in your purse for those times at the office or a fun night out, you can easily apply the color fast and effectively. One end of the pencil has a groomer for those unruly brows that don't want to cooperate and it makes it easier to spread the color.
So go on out there and raise a few brows and find what works for you and be bold and daring! Just think how many heads will turn and you will be glad you did!
GIVEAWAY!!! Top Nail Colour Picks of Spring 2014
Top Nail Colour Picks of Spring 2014 by katurahali featuring a Spring nail colour
It's that time of year again and we are trying to match colours to our outfits and get into springtime mode! The colours above are my top 5 picks for the spring 2014 season!
The colours are from left to right: Vanity Fairest, Warm & Toasty Turtleneck, Play Date, Absolutely Shore, and Naughty Nautical.
I personally love these colours because they are bright, eye catching and they just leave you feeling happy! Whether you have your nails done for your night out on the town or just a regular day at the office, you can easily find the perfect colour.
I chose Essie because I find that this nail polish stays on longer and if done right, it doesn't chip. You can pick up Essie at any drugstore in your area. It is also available online as well, just make sure to do your research!
We have a giveaway going on and the Grand Prize is all 5 of those colours and the prize is worth $60.00CDN
To enter this giveaway, you need to LIKE the Facebook page, and comment on Facebook on why Essie is one of the top leading nail polish brands in the market today and a winner will be announced March 15th, 2014.
You need to be following on the Facebook page in order to qualify.
Happy following!
The Beauty Geek
Your Eyes Are The Doors To Your Inner Beauty
Your Eyes Are The Doors To Your Inner Beauty by katurahali featuring evening eye makeup
When it comes to our eyes, they are the first things people look into to learn about who we are. Your eyes tell everything from you being emotional to being happy. I want to inform each and every one of you on how to get fantastic looking eyes from having high curled lashes to that wide eyed open look.
One thing you need to learn is the natural curl of your lashes. By doing this all you need to do is study your eyes and apply the mascara with the arch of your lashes, from root to tip.
If you are going to use an eyelash curler, always curl your lashes before you apply the mascara because you will not damage your lashes. If you were to curl your lashes with mascara on, you run the risk of pulling your lash follicle away from the lid and damaging the area. You will also leave a mess because your mascara will clump together.
One of my favourite tricks to get me the extra curl I need, is to turn the brush while I am applying. But I also curl it backwards with the natural lash and curl I have. Try this trick next time you are applying your mascara!
When you are looking for that wide eyed, wide awake look, take your mascara wand and go as close to the base of your lashes as possible and as you are going through your lashes, give the brush the back and forth motion. That will help lengthen and also separate and lift those hairs so you can show off those beautiful peepers!
When picking out your mascara it is as tricky as trying on a few hundred pairs of pants. I mean for myself, I am picky! You want to get a great mascara that is going to do everything it is advertised to do so you need to have one that is going to do it all. You never want to layer mascara because for one thing the different formulations will not work together and you are left with spider like and clumpy eyelashes. Also you are contaminating two mascaras either way which In the end you are spending more money because you need to replace two mascaras instead of one.
So next time you are looking for a great mascara, get a disposable wand from the company you want to try and try one formulation on one eye and then another formulation on the other. Compare the pros and cons for each and from different angles so you can see which one is better.
Happy reading fellow followers!
The Beauty Geek!
In My Makeup Bag
I would love to share with all my readers and followers a few items that accompany me everyday in my life. Even though they are quiet simple, you can play them up for the neutral day look and even for the night look.
I have chose the Clinique CC Cream because I find it is light enough and evens out my skin tone. Also, with having combination skin, I don't like to load layers on my skin and this cream is perfect when it comes to consistency.
My absolute favourite lipstick colour is Rose Aglow from Clinique as well. It is long lasting and my trick to make it stay longer, is I line my whole lip with lip liner as a base and then add my lipstick. I am constantly drinking liquids throughout my day, so i do lose a little bit of the pigment colour but it does give my lips some added colour all day long.
Neutral shadows are your best friend. Whether you are sporting the brown eyes, blue eyes, grey eyes or even green eyes, going neutral will be a winning look everyday. I chose Like Mink Duo Eyeshadow from Clinique because they stay on all day, they don't crease and they give my lids a little hint of colour on those days where you aren't looking for an extreme look.
To finish the eyes off, I have High Impact Mascara in Black and I apply that to my lashes. It gives me length, volume and a bold look and finishes my neutral look off. An easy tip that I find works is, as you are applying the mascara, twist your wand as you are applying so it gives you a more wide-eye look and curls the lashes a little more. You will get perfect wide eyes daily especially on those days you are tired and feeling exhausted.
Before I go to bed, I like to apply Nivea Lip Butter because it replenishes the moisture I am lacking and I wake up with soft, supple, kissable lips. This lip butter helps heal chapped lips and also comes in a convenient tin that can tuck nicely into your clutch or purse pocket.
Last, but certainly not least, my absolute favourite perfume. It is Bombshell from Victoria's Secret. With the hints of vanilla in it and a fresh clean smell, it can be used for an everyday perfume. It is sexy, fresh and bound to turn a few heads.
For more highlights of What's In My Makeup Bag stay tuned.
Thank you fellow followers!
Beauty Geek
New Products and You
Do you ever want to start a new skin care routine and you are too afraid to because you think that you may "breakout" or have a "reaction"?
What about reading all the articles on the internet that you're researching because you are unsure which line to go with and you hear all the bad reviews and it puts bad ideas in your head?
Well to be perfectly honest, once you start a new product, your layers of your skin go through what is call "Cell Turnover". Cell turnover is a regeneration process that happens every 28-30 days and it results in the old dead and damaged skin cells being pushed to the surface of your skin so the new skin cells can now start to build from the inside out. Once the old dead and damaged cells have surfaced to the top layer of your skin, it could result in a minor breakout, rough skin texture, redness, and even just a lack of radiance or dull complexion.
We have all started something new and once you see a "reaction" or something that didn't seem "normal" you instantly think it isn't for you or you are allergic to it. Which in the end, most times, is the wrong solution. It's just your skin pushing out the bad and accepting and repairing the new developing skin cells and replenishing your moisture barrier.
Next time you are trying something new you need to give it at least 35-50 days to get the full value and the full result of your product. Open mind and patience is a huge part of introducing anything new to your skin. If you aren't confident in the new product, research it beforehand, visit the consumers website, company's website and even call the consumer line and talk to a highly accredited dermatologist. They are there for a reason.
Just continue your normal skin care routine of cleansing, toning, exfoliating and moisturizing and radiance will begin to show through as the healthy skin cells of your epidermis pull through.
What about reading all the articles on the internet that you're researching because you are unsure which line to go with and you hear all the bad reviews and it puts bad ideas in your head?
Well to be perfectly honest, once you start a new product, your layers of your skin go through what is call "Cell Turnover". Cell turnover is a regeneration process that happens every 28-30 days and it results in the old dead and damaged skin cells being pushed to the surface of your skin so the new skin cells can now start to build from the inside out. Once the old dead and damaged cells have surfaced to the top layer of your skin, it could result in a minor breakout, rough skin texture, redness, and even just a lack of radiance or dull complexion.
We have all started something new and once you see a "reaction" or something that didn't seem "normal" you instantly think it isn't for you or you are allergic to it. Which in the end, most times, is the wrong solution. It's just your skin pushing out the bad and accepting and repairing the new developing skin cells and replenishing your moisture barrier.
Next time you are trying something new you need to give it at least 35-50 days to get the full value and the full result of your product. Open mind and patience is a huge part of introducing anything new to your skin. If you aren't confident in the new product, research it beforehand, visit the consumers website, company's website and even call the consumer line and talk to a highly accredited dermatologist. They are there for a reason.
Just continue your normal skin care routine of cleansing, toning, exfoliating and moisturizing and radiance will begin to show through as the healthy skin cells of your epidermis pull through.
The Benefits of Both Worlds
Let's face it, we all age in life and we all experience the adverse effects of the environment, pollution, and stress that life has to offer us. But whether you are a male or female skincare is important.
Our society has created boundaries for certain individuals because they may think that people may look at them differently if they took care of themselves or label them in such a way that doesn't make them a "human".
This article is to make not only women aware but also the men in this world as well, that deserve to have just as much benefit by taking care of their skin as women do. We all go through changes and just because you are a different sex, you still are entitled to take care of yourself.
The three most important items that should be used twice a day would be a cleanser, toning lotion and a moisturizer. Choosing these three items depends solely on your lifestyle and your skin concerns. It is an easy conversation to have and will be easier as you learn more.
Men, if you need to find what would work for you, do some research, try out a few different products here and there. As long as you are comfortable and step out of your comfort zone, you will have great looking skin and refreshed feeling in as little as 3 months.
My top 3 brands that I recommend would be: Clinique, Shiseido, Clarins.
The consultants are trained professionals and are there to help you. Stop in and see a consultant today and get through that first step to healthy, younger looking skin today.
Our society has created boundaries for certain individuals because they may think that people may look at them differently if they took care of themselves or label them in such a way that doesn't make them a "human".
This article is to make not only women aware but also the men in this world as well, that deserve to have just as much benefit by taking care of their skin as women do. We all go through changes and just because you are a different sex, you still are entitled to take care of yourself.
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| Clinique Men's Skin Care, www.clinique.ca |
Men, if you need to find what would work for you, do some research, try out a few different products here and there. As long as you are comfortable and step out of your comfort zone, you will have great looking skin and refreshed feeling in as little as 3 months.
My top 3 brands that I recommend would be: Clinique, Shiseido, Clarins.
The consultants are trained professionals and are there to help you. Stop in and see a consultant today and get through that first step to healthy, younger looking skin today.
A Wonderful Treat Your Skin Will Adore
One of my ultimate go to daily skin treats is Clarins Double Serum. I absolutely enjoy using this product for many reasons. You would think I was crazy by adding this serum to my oily skin but it actually has helped balance my skins oil production and does not make me more oily.
With 20 plant extracts, this anti-aging treatment will have an increase in the skin's vital functions. Within 4 weeks the skin will look firmer and younger, pores are less visible and your complexion is even and regains its natural glow.
With 20 plant extracts, this anti-aging treatment will have an increase in the skin's vital functions. Within 4 weeks the skin will look firmer and younger, pores are less visible and your complexion is even and regains its natural glow.
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The (5) vital functions that this serum helps treat are as follows;
Hydration: boosts hydration by 75% up to four hours after application which delays the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and then maintains the skins softness and comforts it. The main ingredients important for hydration are katafray bark extract and hyaluronic acid.
Oxygenation: Maritime pine extract and organic rosehip oil helps with the cells oxygenation which results in the radiance the skin will show after a few weeks of use.
Protection: Organic quinoa and green tea extract stimulate the activity of two genes involved in cell protection which in turn prevents premature aging.
Regeneration: Organic green banana extract, thyme and bocoa boosts production of collagen and glycosaminoglycans. Maintains skins firm, smooth and dense appearance.
Nutrition: Organic perilla and macadamia oils are the main ingredients which help speed up the process of how fast products penetrate the skins layers resulting in supple skin.
You will be doing your skin a favour by spoiling it with this amazing, lightweight formula that works for all skin types and you will notice a difference and feel that difference as well. Clarins Skincare stands behind their products and I believe this is one of the best products they have to offer. You can purchase this serum at any department store location where Clarins is sold.
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