America’s Next Top Model Season 23 Episode 10 Recap

On Wednesday night’s episode of America’s Next Top Model Season 23 the contestants participated (in both) a celebrity feminist initiative and emulated iconic women.

Model and Activist Amber Rose requested the girls to create a PSA for the “Slutwalk” Movement. Cast members where asked to develop a video that empowers women to have control over their sexuality.

In the second challenge, contestants emulated women that have influenced Pop Culture, Fashion, and Entertainment.  Cory Anne struggled to take on Beyonce’s persona and Paige was expected to become Brittany Spears.  The most difficult persona was Tatiana becoming Tyra Banks, founder of the show.

 

During elimination, the panelist expressed that several of the contestants were “too comfortable” and wasn’t pleased with the photo results.

Paige was eliminated from the contest and Rita Ora stated, “This is not the end of your career as a model.”  Watch the full episode here: Platform Power

Valentine’s Day Looks from Sally Hansen, Rimmel London, Jergens and Eylure

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, get in the sexy spirit with the hottest products from Sally Hansen, Rimmel London, Jergens and Eylure! Rimmel London’s new Oh My Gloss Oil Tint Lip Color will offer a fresh pop of juicy lip color while Sally Hansen’s beautiful and bold red and pink nail colors will add just the right romantic touch to your nails. And to top of your beauty look, use the Jergens Natural Glow 3 Days To Glow to boost your overall color for a night out on the town! AND last but not least, instantly amp up your eyes with the Eylure Lashes.

Ready for an addictive lip sensation? Rimmel London introduces new Oh My Gloss! Oil Tint ($5.99), an innovative tint-in-oil gloss formula that’s packed with a blend of four precious oils. Enjoy a moisturizing lip gloss with a refreshing pop of ultra-glossy, non-greasy, sheer color. It’s gloss… but not as you know it!

This tinted lip oil is your secret weapon against dry and faded lips. The ultra-light, non-sticky, non-drying texture delivers comfort in a unique palette of fresh, flirty translucent shades.

What’s more, the ingenious tint-in-oil system fuses pure pigments onto the lips for a radiant splash of juicy color. The formulation also features a shine flex polymer for a dazzling glossy finish. Your pout just got glossier and more kissable!

Shown below in Modern Pink and Pop Poppy

Sally Hansen continues to lead in innovation by introducing its new Color Therapy products:  a nail polish, top coat, and nail & cuticle oil, inspired by women’s desire to wear beautiful color while simultaneously caring for their nails. Sally Hansen’s Color Therapy nail polish contains a patented micro-delivery system that delivers an argan oil-enriched formula, resulting in intensive nourishment and instant moisture for healthier-looking nails. The Color Therapy nail polish needs no base coat so the oil complex can directly contact the bare nail. 9 out of 10 women experienced a noticeable improvement in their natural nails after wearing the Color Therapy nail polish. Vibrant tones, available in three magnificent palettes, glide on for a radiant, shiny finish with up to 10 days of fade-proof, chip-resistant wear. The Color Therapy nail polish provides the ultimate color that cares while you wear, with everything needed to restore nails without sacrificing luminous color.

Complete your manicure with the Color Therapy top coat and nail & cuticle oil, both formulated with the same argan oil contained in the nail polish. The top coat provides an ultra-glossy finish for extended wear, and the nail & cuticle oil, the ultimate in nail therapy, instantly makes nails and cuticles look healthier, restored, and rejuvenated.

Color Shades Shown Below: Berry Smooth, Rosy Glow, Red-ience and Red-y To Glow

Jump-start your natural-looking color in just one day

With the exclusive Glow Perfecting® Complex, JERGENS® Natural Glow® 3 Days to Glow™ Moisturizer

The Jergens Natural Glow 3 Days To Glow Moisturizer ($8.99) provides natural-looking summer color FAST! Jumpstart your color within 1 day and get a full shade of color in just 3 days. The product contains a proprietary blend of skin tone-specific color enhancers, has no sunless tanner odor and contains antioxidants. So come on and get glowing for your loved one!

It is designed for Fair to Medium and Medium to Tan skin tones

Eylure Lashes

Short, light and sweet, these Natural lashes give slight fullness for the perfect Valentine’s Day look.

The Naturals No. 031 lashes are a loosely woven, compact lash with a soft, even finish. Eylure strip lashes enhance the natural beauty of your eyes and can be applied with ease. With a natural feel, the lashes contour the eye perfectly and are long lasting.

Price: $4.99

America’s Next Top Model Season 23 Episode 9 Recap

America’s Next Top Model Season 23 changed from its normal weekly schedule, airing on Wednesday nights. The change gave viewers the opportunity to catch-up on the challenge and select their favorite contestant.

“The Comeback” episode started with a subtle twist.  Panelist arranged for eliminated contestants to return for a chance to win the competition.  The challenge included contestants learning a set of dance steps for a video with French Montana.

All of the contestants worked hard to master the moves resulting in Justine fainting.  She was rushed to the hospital.  Kyle also returned to the competition and served as a distraction to Marissa.

Unfortunately, Marissa did not successfully perform the dance steps or model the costume.

The episode concluded with Marissa being eliminated from the competition.  Tash returned due to the panelist believing she has what it takes to become a top model.

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!

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

AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL SEASON 23 – EPISODE 7 RECAP

Chris Grant, Beyonce’s choreographer paid a visit to America’s Next Top Model Season 23 contestants.  He taught them how to dance and pose like a model.  The movements came easier to some of the cast members while others struggled.

Tatiana won the dance challenge and became the new face for an upcoming campaign with Juicy Sport.  To build upon what they learned, the contestants were asked to use the same moves in a Gypsy Sport fashion video.

 

Marissa was short-tempered with Stacy Mckenzie and not very receptive to her assistance.  Her attitude was a reflection of negative model behavior.  Courtney also had an allergic reaction to the lipstick used during the challenge.

 

 

Marissa was short-tempered with Stacy Mckenzie and not receptive to her assistance.  Her attitude was a reflection of negative model behavior.  Courtney also had an allergic reaction to the lipstick.

During elimination, the panelist gave Marissa harsh feedback, reminding her that, “you’re only as good as your last job”.

To conclude the episode, panelist eliminated Kyle from the competition.  Click here to view:  X Marks The Spot

America’s Next Top Model Season 23 Episode 6 Recap

“Out for The Count” was the title for Episode 6 of America’s Next Top Model.  This week, Ashley Graham stopped by the house to chat and share a healthy recipe.

The model challenge required all contestants to bring their photos to life on a trampoline.

Featured Photo from ANTM Instagram

During the challenge, Ashley stated the most important technique was to show muscle tone for future sports campaigns.

Paige was the challenge winner and asked Tatiana to accompany her for a deep tissue muscle massage.

The second photo challenge involved Supermodel, Chanel Iman.  She encouraged the contestants; shooting photos with them for a strong face.

Episode 6 concluded with panelist eliminating Krislian.  Rita Ora expressed her growth as a model.

AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL SEASON 23 – EPISODE 5 RECAP

a·vant-garde

noun
  1. new and unusual or experimental ideas, especially in the arts, or the people introducing them.

 

This was the theme for Season 23, Ep 5 of America’s Next Top Model.  According to the show, “Law Roach drops in on the girls to discuss the importance of personal style. Celebrity designer Nicola Formichetti takes the models out of their comfort zones and into the world of avant-garde fashion.”

There was the usual drama between contestants from wardrobe critiquing to personality clashes. Kyle, Giah, and Krislian struggled during the competition; wearing an uncomfortable costume (platform heels.)

Photos are via IG @america_ntm

Giah was asked to leave the competition due to her photos.  Panelist encouraged her to continue pursuing her dreams!

America’s Next Top Model Season 23 – Episode 4 Recap

“Brand yourself and be self-made” was the most profound statement during last night’s episode of America’s Next Top Model.

Cast members were asked to create a Snapchat message based upon tips from DJ Khaled.  This was a fun challenge allowing contestants to wear lingerie (in the street) and engage with their social media audience.

Conflict emerged between Binta and Courtney while creating their message. Courtney won the challenge; resulting in a surge of resentment from Binta.

The last photo challenge (during this episode) required contestants to attend a party hosted by Paper Magazine and tell a photo story.

Krislian shocked the judges with her editorial photos, stepping out of her comfort zone. There was also a visit from Jasmine Sanders, Instagram Socialite from @golden_barbie

America’s Next Top Model Season 23 – Episode 3 Recap

Last night on America’s Next Top Model the contestants received their signature makeovers.  Cast members were encouraged to be comfortable with their bodies; participating in a nude photo shoot with renown photographer Ellen Von Unwerth.

 

 

Everyone did not have the same level of enthusiasm while others embraced their new hair change. According to the panelist, Courtney, Tash, and Paige had the best model makeovers.

Cherish was uncomfortable with the challenge; refusing to dye her hair.  She was eliminated due to the awkwardness of her challenge photos.

Next week contestants will learn “key steps” to social media branding from DJ Khaled and Jasmine Sanders.