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America’s Next Top Model Season 23 – Episode 8 Recap

The Glamorous Life:  this week’s episode theme for Season 23 of America’s Next Top Model. Contestants were asked to present a live fashion show for designer Philipp Plein.  Cody and Marissa won the first challenge; giving a high fashion presentation.  As the winners, they selected an item from the designer’s exclusive boutique.

The second challenge included contestants modeling with singer Jason Derulo on a Private Jet. Cory Anne had a difficult time with the challenge and struggled to focus on creating a luxe life picture.  Courtney also shared a very personal moment with the other models staying in the house.

During elimination, the judges made a suggestion to Binta, “learn to click with yourself to take a good photo”.  Tatiana received best picture for episode 8 and Binta was eliminated from the competition. Next week, the models will create a music video!

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Beauty Trends for 2017: Bold Blush

As we gear up to for an upcoming Fashion Week, one trend we can expect to see is bold blush. As seen on the red carpet by your favorite celebrities and on the runway of Kenzo’s spring show at last NYFW (which used INGLOT makeup) you can expect to see that this bold blush trend is here to stay in 2017. Get your blush brushes ready whether you are going for a heavier look or more subtle blend from cheek to temple, this trend will leave you looking as rosy as ever.

Below please find 3 different products from INGLOT to help you recreate this trend on your own.

INGLOT Face Blush– Classic face blush that adds healthy color to ones face. Rich formula allows smooth application and buildable color.

INGLOT AMC Cream Blush– Light and creamy formula with jojoba oil that provides a velvet finish on all skin types. Thanks to its creamy texture, this blush applies perfectly on any foundation.

INGLOT AMC Liquid Face Blush– A talc-free blush formula with treated pigments provides sheer yet intense color. Perfect for dry skin, the product is also longwearing. Creamy formula allows easy application and blending.

 

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The Benefits of Healthy Lips – Lip Care Tips

Are you forgetting your lips?

Most beauty products on the market focus on giving you flawless skin free of wrinkles and blemishes. While it is important to keep the skin hydrated and in good condition, most women forget to care for their lips in their daily beauty routine. Paying special attention to your lips can take your beauty routine to the next level and give you a polished overall look.

The Benefits of Healthy Lips
Nothing ruins a beautiful lipstick color like applying it over dry, chapped lips. Hydrated and smooth lips provide the perfect base for lipstick, gloss, or stains. Even when you go without makeup, having polished looking lips helps you look your best without any additional effort.

The Basics of Lip Care
Even if you don’t wear makeup on a regular basis, keeping your lips in good health will benefit your overall appearance with a few simple steps.

1. Hydrate
The most important aspect of healthy lips is hydration. Keeping a water bottle with you during the day can encourage you to stay hydrated, and this will help keep your lips full and hydrated. In addition to drinking water regularly, be sure to apply lip balm regularly to avoid chapped lips.

2. Exfoliate
Just like the delicate skin on your face, your lips can benefit from regular exfoliation to keep them looking their best. A homemade version can be just as effective as store-bought treatments. Simply mix brown sugar with coconut oil and apply to the lips in a circular motion for 1-2 minutes. Be sure to follow the treatment with some eos lip balm or moisturizer to keep lips hydrated.

3. Protect 
If you spend time outdoors regularly, it is important to protect your lips from sun damage with an SPF lip balm. Apply regularly during summer and winter alike to protect from the sun’s damaging rays.

Making Smart Beauty Product Choices
If you use lip color on top of your hydrated and protected lips, you’ll want to make sure the care you’ve taken isn’t undone by your product choices. Regularly using matte lip color can dry out your lips, so try to alternate them with regular finishes or short breaks in your makeup routine.

Paying extra attention to your lips can complete your beauty routine and give you gorgeous lips for any occasion. Follow these beauty tips to keep your lips looking full and healthy year-round.

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Get The Look: Tracee Ross’s 2017 SAG Awards

How to Get the Look

Photo Credit: Screen Actors Guild Awards Red Carpet Fashion
  1. Start of by washing hair using Schwarzkopf GLISS™ Ultra Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner .
  2.  Next, blow dry the hair out prepping with Schwarzkopf got2b Guardian Angel Flat Iron Balm for a smooth finish.
  3. Add some Smooth ‘N Shine Instant Edge Smoothing Pomade to hair and use Mason Pearson brush to gather hair into the palms of your hands.
  4. Position ponytail right at the crown of the head securing with a hook rubber band. Add in extensions and create an elaborate fish tail braid for a sassy bohemian feel.
  5. Use Smooth ‘N Shine Polishing Instant Repair Hair Polisher to get rid of flyaways and finish off with Schwarzkopf got2b Glam Force Hairspray for a firm hold to complete the look!

 

Schwarzkopf GLISS™ Ultra Moisture SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER

Daily stress can dry out your hair until it reaches a breaking point. It needs deep repair from the inside and surface reconstruction from the outside.

GLISS™ ULTRA MOISTURE

  1. Up to 85% less hair breakage
  2. Intense hydration
  3. Ultra moisturized hair with health shine

THE HAIR REPAIR SOLUTION WITH KERATIN CARE-19 COMPLEX

This creamy lathering shampoo formula contains a special complex with 19

INGREDIENTS and deeply repairs your hair for soft, healthy-looking hair and significantly less hair breakage.

5.49; target.com

Schwarzkopf got2b guardian angel flat iron balm

In a world where women battle with heat styling appliances daily, it’s reassuring to know that divine intervention is now available from göt2b guardian angel.  Developed with heavenly hair in mind, göt2b unlocks the secret to superior heat protection plus advanced styling support.  Each product is formulated with an innovative patented heat-activated polymer technology that delivers proven 425°F heat protection with a glossy finish.

$5.99; mass retailers

Schwarzkopf got2b Glam Force Hairspray

Tame your mane while you run wild with got2b glam force high hold hairspray. Our hairspray delivery system gives a fast and firm hold to keep you partying in style all night long.

$5.99; mass retailers

Smooth ‘N Shine Instant Edge Smoothing Pomade

Finally! The unruly hairs at the edges of your hairline are put in their place. Smooth ‘N Shine Instant Edge Smoothing Pomade controls and keeps fine hairs at the edge (nape and temple) in place. It’s formulated with a perfectly balanced blend of olive and tea tree oils for moisture, shine and stimulating feel, plus cosmetic surfactants that offer a sleeker, non-waxy feel. It provides long-lasting edge fixation and control.

$4.99; mass retailers

Smooth ‘N Shine Polishing Instant Repair Hair Polisher 

Concentrated polishing formula instantly makes hair soft, shiny and smooth. Conditions and detangles dry, damaged hair, eliminates frizzies and helps prevent breakage.

  • Makes hair soft, shiny & smooth
  • Conditions & detangles dry, damaged hair
  • With aloe vera

$4.99, mass retailers

 

 

 

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Jean Paul Gaultier Hair and Makeup – Paris Fashion Week SS17

Photos are from IG @jpgaultierofficial

Beautiful, backstage “texture and curls” are shown at the Jean Paul Gaultier runway show during Paris Fashion Week SS17.

How To Achieve The Runway Look:

Featured JPG Model – Blowout and Side Braid.  Elevate the look with Coral Eyeshadow on the entire lid.

JPG Model #1 – Natural (chemical-free) Hair Twist Out 

JPG Model #2 – Texture straight hair and create Braided Pigtails.  Use “high fashion” makeup skills by applying Blue Eyeshadow and Red Lipstick.

 

 

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RIMMEL LONDON THE ONLY 1 MATTE LIPSTICK

The lipstick revolution goes matte! Rimmel London introduces The Only 1 Matte Lipstick, a new-generation, all-in-one matte lipstick that delivers long-lasting, non-drying color, moisture and wear. It’s Matte lipstick that lets you have it all in one. No compromise.

Formula:

Rimmel is powering the matte revolution with a new volatile hybrid formula that’s been specially developed to meet your every lipstick need:

  • COMFORT & MOISTURE: A light emollient oil is combined with a liquid polymer to provide the comfortable, moisturizing feel throughout wear. Feels so good!
  • NON-DRYING: The oil is absorbed on application, creating a thin-film between the skin and the pigment and banishing that irritating dry sensation often felt with matte lipsticks.
  • LONG-LASTING COLOR: The formula features volatile silicon to give a smooth and even colour release, which helps to set the lipstick for superior colour wear.

Shades:

10 new matte shades

PINK/ROSE:  #110 Leader of The Pink and #120 Call The Shots

MAUVE/ROSE : #200 Salute and #610 High Flyer

RED : #500 Take The Stage

CORAL/ORANGE : #600 Keep It Coral

NUDE/BROWN: #700 Trendsetter and #750 Look Who’s Talking

BURGANDY/ PLUM : #800 Run The Show and #810 The Matte Factor

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WUNDER2’s Perfect Selfie HD Photo Finishing Powder + Kabuki Brush

Want to fake the perfect skin? Now, the latest innovation from WUNDER2 will leave you INSTA-ready! We all want bright luminous skin and now we can have just that with WUNDER2’s new launch the Perfect Selfie HD Photo Finishing Powder ($22, WUNDER2.com).

It is formulated with High-Resolution and Vanishing Veil technology that magically transform skin to become poreless and pixel perfect. The powder is ultra-soft and bouncy, eliminating the appearance of pores, wrinkles, and shine while promoting an ‘elastic-like’ effect so the skin is able to move without setting into fine lines.  As an added bonus it is paraben-free, oil-free & is a universal shade for all skin types!

How to Use: Apply all over face using the WUNDER2 Kabuki Brush ($9.95, WUNDER2.com), an ultra-soft synthetic hair and domed shaped head perfect for diffusing and buffing powders into the skin in a circular motion.

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Get The Celebrity Look: 2017 Golden Globes

I wanted to share the breakdown on Naomi Harris, Susan Kelechi Watson, and Kimberly Hebert Gregory’s flawless looks from last night’s 2017 Golden Globes Award!

Featured Image:  People.com

Below, find the step by step guide on how celebrity hairstylist, Larry Sims gave each woman sleek, luxe looks with got2b and Smooth ‘N Shine!

 
 

Naomi Harris

How to Get the Look

  1. Start of by blow drying the hair out and prep hair with got2b Guardian Angel Flat Iron Balm  for a smooth finish.
  2. Using a nickel size curling barrel in a down position begin at the nape of the neck wrapping hair around to the tip. Complete every section consecutively, curling hair in the same direction.
  3. Once at the top, establish a side part at the left brow. Continue to curl in a downward position root to tip.
  4. Once hair is completely set, tuck the left side behind the hair and get rid of flyaways using Smooth ‘N Shine Edge Smoothing Pomade .
  5. Next, use Mason Pearson brush to brush all of the hair together from root to tip which creates a gorgeous body wave. At the right side of the hair brush the crown back and push it forward with hands to create a defined wave in the front at the right eye that continued to the cheeks and across the shoulder.
  6. Finish the look with Smooth ‘N Shine Polishing Instant Repair Hair Polisher.

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Susan Kelechi Watson

How to Get the Look

  1. Start of by blow drying the hair out.
  2. Next, prep hair with got2b Guardian Angel Flat Iron Balm and flat iron hair starting from the nape of the neck working towards the top for a smooth sleek texture.
  3. Add some edge tamer to hair and use Mason Pearson brush to gather hair into the palms of your hands. Position ponytail right at the crown of the head.
  4. Secure the ponytail with a hook rubber band and wrap the base of the ponytail with hair to cover the hook and give a little height.
  5. Finish off with Smooth ‘N Shine Polishing Instant Repair Hair Polisher to get rid of flyaways. Continue down the ponytail for a sleek finish to complete the look!

 

 

Kimberly Hebert Gregory

How to Get the Look

  1. Start off by blow drying natural hair out and adding extensions to create a bob.
  2. Next, prep hair withgot2b Guardian Angel Flat Iron Balm and flat iron hair. Use flat iron to smooth hair bending random sections mid strand down to create texture.
  3. Use a blow dry to create a wispy look. Finishing with got2b Glam Force Hairspray to add texture and create a finished look!

 

got2b guardian angel flat iron balm

In a world where women battle with heat styling appliances daily, it’s reassuring to know that divine intervention is now available from göt2b guardian angel.  Developed with heavenly hair in mind, göt2b unlocks the secret to superior heat protection plus advanced styling support.  Each product is formulated with an innovative patented heat-activated polymer technology that delivers proven 425°F heat protection with a glossy finish.

$5.99; mass retailers

 

got2b Glam Force Hairspray

Tame your mane while you run wild with got2b glam force high hold hairspray. Our hairspray delivery system gives a fast and firm hold to keep you partying in style all night long.

$5.99; mass retailers

got2b mess-merizing texturizing hairspray

 

 

Smooth ‘N Shine Instant Edge Smoothing Pomade

Finally! The unruly hairs at the edges of your hairline are put in their place. Smooth ‘N Shine Instant Edge Smoothing Pomade controls and keeps fine hairs at the edge (nape and temple) in place. It’s formulated with a perfectly balanced blend of olive and tea tree oils for moisture, shine and stimulating feel, plus cosmetic surfactants that offer a sleeker, non-waxy feel. It provides long-lasting edge fixation and control.

$4.99; mass retailers

Smooth ‘N Shine Polishing Instant Repair Hair Polisher

 

Concentrated polishing formula instantly makes hair soft, shiny and smooth. Conditions and detangles dry, damaged hair, eliminates frizzies and helps prevent breakage.

  • Makes hair soft, shiny & smooth
  • Conditions & detangles dry, damaged hair
  • With aloe vera

$4.99, mass retailers

 

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Infusium’s Golden Globes Looks – Julia Louis-Dreyfus & Connie Britton

Infusium is excited to celebrate this year’s Golden Globes with Julia Louis-Dreyfus AND Connie Britton, donning their next generation of Infusium products that transform hair heath with every use.

Renowned celebrity stylist, Matthew Monson (@matthewmonzon), worked his magic for Best Actress in a Comedy nominee, Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ effortlessly chic look; while Connie Britton’s gorgeous natural waves were created by celebrity stylist, Enzo Angileri (@enzoangileri). Both stylists used Infusium to ensure their hair stayed healthy during and even after their struts on the red-carpet.

“GET THE LOOK” FROM MATTHEW MONZON:  

  • For Julia Louis Dreyfus’ look tonight I wanted her hair to look soft, shiny and stunning.
  • First, I washed and conditioned her hair with the Infusium Repair + Renew Shampoo and Conditioner.
  • Next, to protect her hair from any damage, I sprayed Infusium Repair + Renew Leave-In Treatment from mid shaft through the ends combing through with a wide toothcomb.
  • Then I took a quarter size amount of Infusium Repair + Renew Leave-In Crème emulsified in my hands, and worked through the last 3 inches of the hair to help eliminate frizz and flyaways.
  • I started drying her hair using just my hands, and lifting her strands for texture and root volume. After it was half way dry, I incorporated a round brush to finish and create even more volume.
  • To keep with Julia’s signature style, I created a strong center part with a tailcomb. Then separated her hair into large sections, and starting curling using a large barrel iron for a more tousled feeling.
  • To finish the look, I used the Infusium Repair + Renew Smoothing Serum to smooth over the ends and give a bit more definition to the hair.

“GET THE LOOK” FROM ENZO ANGILERI:  

  • I wanted Connie’s style to look elegant, shiny and smooth.
  • I started by washing and conditioning her hair with the Infusium Repair + Renew Shampoo and Conditioner.
  • While her hair was still wet, I parted the hair down the middle and then sprayed Infusium Repair + Renew Leave-In Treatment to the ends of her hair.
  • Then I sectioned her hair into about 20 sections and starting drying with a round brush. After, I pinned each section up like a roller and let it set for about 5 minutes for volume and natural wave. I took out the pins and brushed her hair so the waves would loosen.
  • Starting from the back of the head, I used a 1.5 inch curling iron and began curling the hair to accentuate the soft waves.
  • When finished, I lightly brushed it out again for that natural look. I applied the Repair + Renew Smoothing Serum at the top of her head, near her part to avoid fly aways!

 

PRODUCTS USED FROM INFUSIUM:

 

Repair + Renew Shampoo

Infused with Keratin and Argan Oil, this formula gently cleanses fragile strands.

·       For busy women who’ve been unkind to their hair — damaging it with daily heat styling, regular color processing and harsh environments.

·       With every wash! For optimum sheen and smoothness, follow with Infusium™ Repair + Renew Conditioner, and Original Leave-in Treatment.

·       Massage into wet hair, lather and rinse well.

Available in-stores at Target starting end of January

  
Repair + Renew Conditioner

Infused with Keratin and Argan Oil, this formula helps rebuild hair strength and repair damaged strands from root to tip.

 

·       Use after a lather and rinse from Infusium™ Repair + Renew Shampoo.

 

·       Apply liberally into clean, wet hair. Leave for 3 minutes, and rinse thoroughly.

 

Available in-stores at Target starting end of January

  
Repair + Renew Leave-In Treatment

This formula coats hair with lightweight conditioners to help mend split ends, tame flyaways, enhance shine and improve hair manageability throughout the day and night.

 

·       Infusium’s fastest, most convenient way to protect and maintain hair health.

 

·       Use daily for total damage recovery, or whenever hair needs an extra boost.

 

·       Spray on wet or dry hair, and style as usual — no need to rinse.

 

Available in-stores at Target starting end of January

  
Repair + Renew Leave-In Crème

This thick, rich conditioning formula provides targeted moisture to help control frizz and mend split ends.

 

·       Great for anyone wanting extra conditioning, especially for textured and curly hair.

 

·       Apply after showering and before styling. Rub throughout wet hair, focusing on the tips.

 

·       Blow-dry and style as usual or allow hair to dry naturally.

 

Available in-stores at Target starting end of January

 

  

Repair + Renew Smoothing Serum

This dual-functioning serum protects wet hair from styling friction and breakage; and amplifies shine and smoothness when used on dry hair.

·       Provides ultimate polish and protection.

·       Use anytime, to help reduce frizz, tame flyaways, and protect against breakage.

·       Massage two or three drops throughout wet or dry hair.

 

Available in-stores at Target starting end of January

  
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Talk of Alabama Lifestyle Segment – NYE 2016 Beauty Products and Personal Glam Squad Techniques

I was invited to visit Talk of Alabama and share New Year’s Eve beauty products and personal glam squad techniques.  This segment featured at-home beauty essentials to achieve a professional look for everyone – not just red carpet celebrities.

The products I presented on ABC 33/40 included EcoTools Makeup Brushes, SensatioNail Pro LED Lamp, Sally Hansen Gel Polish, Hard Candy Nail Polish, Hard Candy Eyeshadow Collection, Vanity Planet Tame Flat Iron, Spa Sonic Skin Care System, and Whamisa Real Kelp Sheet Mask.

Here’s the breakdown:

FACE

Spa Sonic

Whamisa Real Kelp Sheet Mask

EcoTools Makeup Brushes

Hard Candy Eyeshadow Collection

NAILS

Hard Candy Nail Polish

SensatioNail Pro LED Lamp

Sally Hansen Gel Polish

HAIR

Vanity Planet Tame Flat Iron

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE SEGMENT:  TALK OF ALABAMA